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The Citizen, 2008-05-01, Page 7The population of Walton exploded on the weekend at least 10 fold with two events being held in the village. The smaller of the two events was the Huron County 4-H Chinchilla Club show and auction at the Walton Hall. The show was at 10 a.m. and the auction at 11 a.m. and the event was well attended. The second event was the grand opening and customer appreciation day held at the new McGavin compact equipment building. There were tours of the new facility from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. with a great crowd milling around throughout the day. The 101.7 The One crew did a fantastic job broadcasting to draw everyone to the village of Walton and McGavin’s. During the ceremonies, Neil and Marie McGavin cut the ribbon to officially open the doors. Representing Morris-Turnberry was councillor Lynn Hoy who brought greetings and presented a plaque to McGavin’s. The food and refreshments included hot dogs, hamburgers and sausage and sauerkraut on a bun were expertly cooked by Gord Pryce and Irma, Steve Dennis and Judy and Lorne Glanville. Donations for the food went to the Huron County 4-H. Also proceeds from the sale of Michael Peterson’s CDs went to 4-H as well. It was a great day with lots of people taking time to visit and catch up with old and new friends. There are two new baby girls to tell you about. The first bundle of joy arrived last weekend to proud parents Mandy Workman and Wes Wilson. The wee Hailey is a little sister to Gavin and he’s excited. The second bundle is a second daughter for Michael and Rachel Bernard. Little Casey Lynne has arrived to the delight of big sister Madison. Grandparents Carmen and Mary Bernard and great-grandpa Gerald Watson are thrilled to have another girl to spoil. Get-well wishes go to Jason Thompson who has suffered a broken ankle. He will be laid up for at least a month as it is a bad break. Fast healing wishes also go out to Abby McGavin who suffered a mishap on the trampoline and has suffered a broken leg. Feeling better since his mishap is Les Glanville. He suffered somebroken ribs after he fell from a ladderand is still a little sore.These accidents could be blamedon spring. Spring cleaning for one,spring enthusiasm for another andgreat warm spring weather foranother.Returning from a trip to Sudburyare Neil and Ruth Schade. Theydrove up to visit with some old friends and relatives. Could say another sign of spring. Last year in early May, some folks around Walton suggested that everyone get out and clean up the roadside ditches. This not only makes our area look a lot better but is environmentally friendly. I had every intention of getting out there to get our property done this coming weekend (when I was free) but a nice gentlemen already has the highway done for me. On Saturday morning he was out picking up all the garbage from the ditch. I didn’t get out to get his name but he did a very long stretch of road between Walton and Brussels. If your property isn’t done, try and find some time to make our highways and townships look better. Taking off for the weekend was Chris Lee. He was joining a group of old friends for a reunion of sorts. Years ago, a group of men with their sons would head off for a weekend of camping and fun. Now the sons are older with young families of their own, and the men headed off to relive the fun times. The group of eight headed forWashago, north of Orillia, at the tipof Lake Couchiching. There theywent trail biking for hours, throughthe swamps and around beaver dams.They had perfect weather forcanoeing as well.Some of the men joining in thisexcursion were Murray Bremner andJustin, Barry Bremner, KeithGalbraith and Brett plus a couple more friends. Sounds like they had a great time. Having family in for the day following church on Sunday were Robert and Jackie Glanville. Helping to celebrate the confirmation of Edward and Melissa were grandparents Lorne and Bonnie Glanville, Dave and Janet McCutcheon, Karen, Evan and Kelsey Smith, and Andrew, Darlene, Avery and Brett McCutcheon. The home of Brian and Shelley was filled with family and friends joining in the celebration of Abby’s confirmation. Along with Grandparents Neil and Marie McGavin and Laird and Ruby Finlayson, Sharon and Brad Carnochan, Sandra, Doug and Jackson Dietz, SueAnn, Ed and Nikki Van Miltenburg, Cathy, Pat, and Shayna Melady and Jeanette Connolly shared the afternoon together. Steve and Teresa Baan opened their home for family members to share in Allison’s special day of confirmation. John and Mary Baan, Richard and Heather, Jordan, Jamie Gerber, along with Bruce and Shirley Wilson, andBryce and Laurie, Brayden, andKaitlin Wilson enjoyed a wonderfulafternoon together.The Ringgenberg family travelledto Benmiller for a family dinner tocelebrate William’s confirmation.Joining them were Nadine and EloiseRinggenberg, sisters of William, whowere home from Guelph University.They were also celebrating Nadine’s graduation with her Bachelor of Science in animal biology and that she will soon be leaving for New Zealand to work on a dairy farm for six months. Congratulations to her. Ryan Baan also made the choice to eat out to celebrate his confirmation. Joining in the celebration were grandparents John and Julia VanOstaayan. It was a surprise destination in Crabby Joe’s. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, MAY 1, 2008. PAGE 7. Members and friends of Duff’s United Church were welcomed by Chad and Crystal McCallum with baby Kaleigh to Sunday’s service. This was a special Sunday as it was confirmation. Rev. Sandra Yule extended a welcome to the friends and families in attendance. There were eight young people to join the church. Ryan Baan read the minute for mission that conveyed the message that when helping people, you must listen because each person knows best what they need. Sometimes traditional wisdom is the wisest wisdom. The confirmands and their parents then participated in the act of confirmation. Welcomed into the congregation of Duff’s United Church and the community of God were Allison Baan, daughter of Steve and Teresa Baan; Ryan Baan, son of Don and Monique Baan; Melissa and Edward Glanville children of Robert and Jackie Glanville; Abby McGavin, daughter of Brian and Shelley McGavin; William Ringgenberg, son of Albrecht and Annalies Ringgenberg; Michele and Ursina Studhalter, daughters of Josef and Susanne Studhalter. The confirmands then served communion to the congregation. Rather than reflection, Rev. Sandra spoke on what a joy it had been working with the wonderful group of young people. It is truly a blessing for this community to have so many join the church, she said. The offering was collected by Brian Wilbee and Graeme Craig. Following the service, everyone was invited downstairs to enjoy cake and ice-cream to celebrate the day. The United Church Women did inventory at the church this week. They also discussed the turkey supper and the fish fry this weekend. The Sunday school is looking for Sunday school teachers for the fall. Anyone interested can contact Rev. Sandra or Monique Baan. Stopping by Ethan Slater, four, right, and Norah Slater, who is almost two, took a breather while attending the recent open house at McGavin’s in Walton. The event raised $780 for Huron County 4-H Clubs. (Vicky Bremner photo) NAVIGABLE WATERS PROTECTION ACT R.S.C. 1985, CHAPTER N-22 The Township of Morris-Turnberry hereby gives notice that an application has been made to the Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities pursuant to the Navigable Waters Protection Act for approval of the work described herein and its site and plans. Pursuant to Section 9 of the said Act, The Township of Morris-Turnberry has deposited with the Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities and in the office of the District Registrar of the Land Registry District of the County of Huron at Goderich, Ontario under deposit number 345269 a description of the following work, its site and plans for the rehabilitation of Blind Line Bridge which spans the Little Maitland River on Abraham Line in the Municipality of Morris-Turnberry, between Lots 10 and 11, Concession 2 (former Township of Morris). Comments regarding the effect of this work on marine navigation may be directed to: Manager, The Navigable Waters Protection Program, Transport Canada, 100 Front Street South, Sarnia, Ontario, N7T 2M4. However, comments will be considered only if they are in writing and are received not later than 30 days after the date of this notice. Although all comments conforming to the above will be considered, no individual response will be sent. Signed at Brussels, Ontario, this 29th day of April, 2008. NANCY MICHIE, ADMINISTRATOR/ CLERK-TREASURER TOWNSHIP OF MORRIS-TURNBERRY Drop off your pots and planters for custom-planting We have lots of great gift ideas for Mom including: • large variety of shrubs • hanging baskets • annuals • perennials • and for the mom who has everything our gift certificates make a perfect gift! Located 500 yds. west of Londesborough on County Road 15 519-523-9781 Starting May 1st we are open 7 days a week! SSpprriinngg hhaass SSpprruunngg MEETING NOTICE MUNICIPALITY OF MORRIS-TURNBERRY The upcoming Council and Committee meetings for the Municipality of Morris- Turnberry will be held: Tuesday, April 29 at 7:00 pm at the Bluevale Community Hall Tuesday, May 6 at 7:30 pm Regular Council Meeting Tuesday, May 20 at 7:30 pm Regular Council Meeting NEWS FROM WALTON Confirmation at Duff’s By Jo-AnnMcDonaldCall 887-6570PEOPLE AROUNDWALTON