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The Lucknow Sentinel, 1988-03-16, Page 11St. Joseph's CSL met The regular monthly meeting of St. Joseph's Catholic Women's League was held in the parish hall, Monday evening March 7 with President Denise Dalton presiding. After opening the meeting with the League .Prayer, new member Veronica. Shoemaker was welcomed. Denise gave a report on the Regional President's Meeting held in Seaforth on Feb. 20 and attended by Laurie Dalton. Highlights of that meeting included a call to promote the recitation of The Angelus particularly during this Marian Holy Year and a Marian Day of Reflection to be held at Immaculate Conception Parish in Strat- ford onaWednesday, April 13th from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Anyone wishing more information or wishing to attend is asked to contact Denise by April 8th. Betty Lou Dalton gave a report on the World Day of Prayer at which Kingsbridge C.W.L. members were responsible for pro- viding the music and singing. Betty Frayne reported on cards sent -out and recent activities of the St. Vincent de Paul Society. In the Pro -Life report it was announced that the official opening of the Life Office will be April 15th from 2:00 to 9:00. They are still looking for volunteers to help with the phones and office work. It was also reported that thus far 179 signatures have been collected on the petition urging a new law to protect the unborn. A special supplement to the Focus will be appearing in the near future devoted completely to•Pro-Life. Mary Clare moved that the C.W.L. take out an ad in this insert which was carried unanimously. A report on the Guides and Brownies was riven by Joanne Menary. Denise noted that the Diocesan Conven- tion will be held in Sarnia May 3rd and 4th. Attending will be Denise Dalton, Betty Lou Dalton and Shirley Martin. A request was made to the council on behalf of Ted Melady for stuffed toys to be sent to Haiti. Dolls are also requested. The collection will taken to Stratford on Apr. 13th. Anyone with something to donate may contact Louise Martin. The spring cleaning of the rectory has been set for April llth. Willing workers welcome. A motion was made and carried to in- crease C.W.L. membership dues from $6.00 to $8.00. The Lucknow Lions Club dinner of March 14 will be catered to by the C.W.L. As well, future catering dates were men- KINGSBRIDGE arish/School rBy Louise Martin tioned along with the annual garage sale held on the long weekend in May. Various suggestions were brought forth for future fundraising events. Betty Lou Dalton asked for volunteers to participate in the St. Partick's Day Party to be held in the parish hall on Thursday, March 17 at 8:00 p.m. A nominating committee composed of Shirley Martin, Betty Lou Dalton and Bet- ty Frayne was formed for the upcoming elections in April. Father's remarks and a prayer conclud- ed the meeting. An executive meeting of the Knights of Columbus was held March 8 in preparation for their regular meeting on March 15th at which the guest speaker will be Father Mooney of the Catholic Rural Life Con- ference. Father Mooney will be speaking at 8:45 at which time the meeting will be open to anyone who wishes to hear him. Monday, March 7 was report card day at the school with the second term results go- ing home to parents. Interviews were held Thursday after school. Monday, also saw the zone floor hockey tournament being held at St. Joseph's with schools from Wingham, Clinton and Goderich attending. Inspite of a great ef- fort our team failed to place. Congratula- tions on a job well done to each of the team members. On Wednesday, March 9, Bordon ball team travelled to Stratford for the Huron - Perth finals. Again, inspite of a' great ef- fort, our team failed to place but deserve congratulations for advancing to the finals. The Grade 5-8 students who are taking the V.I.P. Program travelled to Stratford on Thursday, Mar. llth to see court in ac- tion and learn first hand more about the judicial system. They also visited the Stratford police station where they were shown a slide presentation and an inven- tory of confiscated illegal weapons. On Friday, March 12th a very grateful student body was dismissed early for the commencement of the week long March break. Happy holidays to students, staff and parents too!!! The winter school break has begun, so the Purple Grove children are planning great fun. Ian MacDonald and Toby Farrell took part in a Cow Boy program at school Thurs- day. They danced and sang and ended with a lunch of baked beans, bananas and chocolate. Mr. and Mrs. Glen MacPherson visited with Donald and Alma Gillies Friday evening. Jim Farrell and Chris Stanley attended a Holstein Friesan meeting in Wellington Countyy Saturday. ' Frill Farrell was at Armow Saturday. The Armow Women's Institute held an Organic garden seminar, conducted by Ber- nard Hack. Derk Logtenberg and grandson Joshua celebrated their birthdays at a dinner at Jim and Fran's home* This past Monday brought a good number of bowlers out to Woodland Lanes in Lucknow. Tuesday A.M. the Bible study met at Bette MacLeod's and Marion Gamble's place with good attendance. Mr. and Mrs. Donald McCosh accom- panied Mr. and Mrs. John Farrell for the weekend with Joyce's brother Ian and his wife Sherry of Ingersoll. Mr. and Mrs. Jim Brook visited Friday p.m. and evening with Jim's sister Myra Norman, Kincardine Township. Mr. and Mrs. Ernie Roe and Garry also Marion Gamble had dinner Saturday even- ing with Jim and Isobel Donald and Sandra Forster entertained the South line neighbours to a card party Saturday even- ing. They had five tables playing. Gladys Arnold and Joyce McEwan met their son and grandson Jamie and his wife Barbara of Mississauga where Grandma visited for a few days. Peter and Susan Roberts and their new son Garrett also PURPLE GROVE Chris and Dwight visited Grandparents Jack and Janet Farrell, also Al and Kathie Martin and baby Jared, Garry, Laura, Sarah, David and Patrick of Ripley joined them for the fun. Brian and Jo Reid entertained family bir- thdays included Mr. and Mrs. Don McCor- mick and Kay, Mrs. Josephine McTavish, Sandra and Ed Husk and Michael, Don and Marilyn Reid, Larry and Steph. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Fuller have returned from a ten -week holiday at St. Petersburg, Florida. Welcome home Ray and Marg. SOTJTH KINLOS5. By Ruth Buchmeier Mary Downey has been home from Con- estoga College of Kitchener, for a work week. Murial and Frank MacKenzie got home after enjoying a holiday with their daughter Heather and Dr. Agdas Kur- aisha and girls of California. They also visited with their son Rod and Margaret and family of Unionville on the way home. Congratulations to the Ripley "No Stars". 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