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The Citizen, 2017-05-18, Page 6PAGE 6. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, MAY 18, 2017. Antique business lands in Londesboro all��liil;. s PEOPLE AROUND LONDESBORO Night of service The Londesboro and District Lions Club held its annual fish fry on Saturday night. The meal is the club's biggest fundraiser of the year and brought nearly 650 people to the village for dinner that night. While the local Lions Club was busy with getting meals out to diners in a timely fashion, it was the crew from the Brussels Legion that made its way to the Central Huron community to cook fish and fries. From left: Dan Beyersbergen, Sandra Josling, Catrina Josling, Joan Smith and Lisa Glanville. (Shawn Loughlin photo) Sister set for SOAR fundraiser A big challenge Stacey Hummel, left, and sister Tracy Hiusser, of the Londesborough area and Clinton respectively, are taking on the Southern Ontario Amazing Race (SOAR) June 3 and 4. The two were looking for a challenge and stumbled on the fundraiser. (Denny Scott photo) Londesborough -area resident Stacey Hummel and her sister Tracy Hiusser from Clinton will be participating in the Southern Ontario Amazing Race (SOAR) later this year and are looking for some local support. "We considered doing it last year," Stacey said. "We were looking for an adventure race and we found this one that is a fundraiser for the Children's Foundation of Guelph and Wellington." The two have been involved in several different exciting activities over the past few years including the Tough Mudder run and rafting in Honduras and were looking for something close to home but exciting to try. "It's like a live-action Amazing Race like on television, but we really have no idea what it's going to entail," Stacey said. "We're given the location of the starting line, and it's all clue -based from there" The competition stretches across all of southwestern Ontario and has had events take place in Stratford, Orangeville, Brampton and, of course, Guelph. The two have raised more than $2,000 of their $3,000 goal. The race runs June 3-4 and is recorded and the two have been watching videos of the past races to see what kind of events they may face, but the competitions are so varied, it's difficult to plan ahead. "It's so varied, and it's been running since 2004, so it's hard to plan for it," Stacey said. "There's no information about this year's race, so it's difficult to prepare," Tracy said. "It can be anything from zip lining to crossword puzzles, or performing a song to sudoku. We really don't know what to expect." The two are glad to be working for the foundation, which supports four main programs. "They have the Food and Friends program, which looks to support children as a whole by providing not just breakfasts but a chance for children to socialize," Stacey explained. "They have the Free to Play project, which funds sports, dance or other activities for children. The Adopt -a -Family program which matches donors with families that need help around Christmas. It's not just gifts, but they provide all kinds of things the family needs" The fourth pillar of the program is scholarships, helping young people pursue educations. The two are also thinking of running a similar event in Huron County but are waiting to experience SOAR before they start planning for it. "We're going to scope it out in the Guelph area and see if it would work," Tracy said. "The only money made is through donations and everyone involved is volunteer so you have to have a strong base to make it work." For more information, visit therace.ca, contact Stacey at 519- 525-1946 or Tracy at 519-955-4173 or to donate online, go to childrensfoundation.donorpages. com/SOAR2017/StaceyTracy/ By BRENDA RADFORD Call 523-4296 Two babies started their faith journey at Londesborough United Church Sunday, May 14. Alicia Grace, daughter of Brent and Jenny Radford, and Timothy Edwin William, son of Dave and Erica Baxter were presented for baptism that Mother's Day morning. Flowers on the memorial stand were placed in memory of Amy Bosman by her parents, Allan and Barb. Flowers on the organ were from Peter and Sherry Postma. The sanctuary was nicely decorated for the special day with many motherly things, special plates, cups and saucers, vases, etc. As a special treat the men of the senior choir sang two anthems, "On the Wings of a Dove" and "We Will Understand It Better in the Sweet By and By". "Strong Love" was the title of the message by Rev. Fletcher. His supporting scripture readings were Ephesians 5:25-33 and 6: 1-4, passages which give directions to all members of a family on how to love one another. Psalm 25 was the responsive psalm. All God's creatures demonstrate family love. Sometimes that love transcends barriers and sometimes develops in odd situations/ways. But love instinctively reaches out to be expressed and bonds form. Terry reminded congregants that God loves all of us as a mother loves her children. At the end of the service the Sunday School children presented all the women with an Impatiens FROM LONDESBORO flower they had planted . Members of the official board are reminded of their meeting on May 30 beginning at 7:30 p.m. Tickets for the Swiss Chalet take- out dinner on June 7 must be purchased by May 31. The Sunday School will hold their promotion and award service on June 4. The building which long-time residents will recall being called the township shed and now owned by Radford's Farm Equipment has a new occupant. Side Street Antiques, formerly of Clinton, has moved in. Stop in and check out the type of antiques offered by Rob Bell. Get wedding advice and tips, see a case study and read about local brides on the Brides in Huron section of our website www.northhuron.on.ca The Londesboro & District Lions Club wish to thank everyone who attended our 40th Anniversary Celebration on May 6th Special thanks to the businesses and individuals that donated food, door prizes and/or purchased advertising. Also thanks to Dave Mounsey Memorial Fund, The Bromley Family, Daniel Steep and anyone else who had a part in making the day a success. Thank You - The Londesboro & District Lions Club North Huron Before and After School Register NOW! NORTH HURON Maitland River Elementary And Sacred Heart Ages JK/SK to age 12 years 6:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Cost: JK/SK $9.75 a.m. or p.m. $19.50 for both Grade one and up: $9.00 a.m. or p.m. $18.00 for both Registration required Spaces reserved when registration forms are completed and on file Spaces are limited Please pick up forms from North Huron Children's Centre or download them from www.northhuron.ca 519-357-2424