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The Citizen, 1998-02-11, Page 8Compiled by Patty Banks Phone 887-6156 WltThe news from a on Teachers seek kindness Sewing up the business A Walton storefront, owned by Valerie Gillies, is the perfect display area for her custom-sewn clothes and handcrafted items by friend, John Clarke, and her family. Resident expands business Home hardware Zurner'5 Lome jOarbthare Come in and meet Drew Turner Employee of Turner's Home Hardware Our friendly service will keep you coming back "No Tax On Beauty Tone Paint" 24 Albert St., Box 99 Clinton (519) 482-7023 SUCCESS IS... (L to R) Peter Bouius, Geoff Hancock, Elaine Poore, Clare Robinson, Kevin Winter ...passing the Uniform Final Examination to become a Chartered Accountant. Peter, Geoff, Elaine, Clare and Kevin have worked hard and we are extremely proud of their outstanding success. BDO Dunwoody is a full service national accounting and con- sulting firm. We offer a complete range of accounting, auditing, tax, financial planning, business advisory and computer ser- vices. Our offices are dedicated to Helping Clients Succeed. IBDO BDO Dunwoody Chartered Accountant Hanover Mount Forest 364-3790 323-2351 Walkerton Port Elgin 881-1211 832-2049 Recycle.Recycle.Rocycle.Rocycle. And do it over and over again. PAGE 8. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 1998. Parish honours McDonalds This month Walton PS teachers are in search of random acts of kindness. Any children caught in the "act" of doing a kind and unselfish thing will be rewarded by wearing a special badge. So far this week Kyle Griffiths, Claire Mastnak and Jessica Berlett-Kuntz have been rewarded. The kindergartens in studying the letter B, have been busy making Valentine baskets. They also made groundhog puppets and a pop-up book. Ken Scott, with guitar in hand, led the children in singing groundhog songs. Wendy Bachert and Jennifer Vellenga volunteered this week. Grade 1/2s are studying "meal worms", found in pet stores or in farmers' graineries. Each child was given a worm which was placed in a little jar containing bran and oatmeal. Students then had a choice of whether to add a small piece of potato or apple. Each By Janice Becker Citizen staff When family and friends began to ask for her product, Valerie Gillies saw a business opportunity. Located on County Rd. 12 in Walton, Gillies had a building with a store front and the perfect display case for her custom sewing and hand-crafted items. Though she official started doing business in Walton in October, the window display was very small, mostly just to fill the space. How- ever, when neigbours began to ask about other items, including ones created by various family members, Gillies decided to expand the show area. By removing a panel used to block off just the window area and close in a section of the workshop of her home, Gillies was able to create a cozy showroom. The renovation was begun in the new year and completed by the end of January. Gillies now has room to display her sewn garments, along with needlepoint, crochet, knitting and worm was given a name. Spike, Goofy, Wormy, Tommy, Hearty and Valentine were just a few. The children will be keeping records of the worms, writing down any changes happening. Right now they are in a larvae state. They don't move much during the day but Mrs. Bennett said they are nocturnal critters and come alive during the night. The Grade 2/3 class has been busy making dioramas. They had to pick a favourite scene from a detective book that they have read and then make their diorama. The finished products are displayed in the hall outside their room. They also saw a video called Snow Queen, a fairy tale about friendship. Grade 3/4 has been doing geometric activities in math. They are finishing the novel Underground to Canada about Continued on page 19 grapevine wreaths contributed by family, Betty Gillies, Denise Caughill and Roxanne Caughill. Friend John Clarke of Walton adds wooden cabinets, toy boxes, stools, flower boxes, bird and dog houses to the shop. One things stressed by Gillies is custom orders, saying she can make just about anything. "If someone has a hard time finding clothes that fit, I can fit them." Gillies suggests customers should consult with her about the purchase of material so that she can assure the correct quantity is bought. She can work with material brought by the customer or purchase it for them. She also alters and mends cloth- ing, including one of the most com- mon requests, the replacement of plastic zippers with metal. Special items will be offered for all occasions and with Valentine's Day fast approaching, she plans to have several sweet and beautiful gifts available. Val's Custom Sewing is open everyday. All she asks is that calls come before 11 p.m. She can be reached at 887-6399. Betty and Ron McCallum greeted people at Duff's United Church, Feb. 8. Rev. James Murray welcomed everyone and the Call to Worship was given. The junior choir sang All God's Critters got a Place in the Choir. Rev. Murray invited the children to the front of the church. He talked about how the participants in the Olympic Games get noticed and recognized for their achievements. "Wouldn't it be nice if the kids could be given awards for having 'clean rooms'?" He told them that all are blessed with talents and gifts. "Be open to God when He calls us to use those talents and gifts." He told of Moses who didn't think he was capable of leading the people but God wanted him to do it anyway. He doesn't call perfect people to get the work done. He calls ordinary, imperfect people. Rev. Murray then called the UCW committee leaders forward for the installation of officers for 1998. It was noted that many of the women in the church belong to the organization. Last Sunday Marilyn McDonald who has been secretary-treasurer, (the seventh person in the life of Duff's United to hold the position) was presented with a gift for her many years of hard work. Her husband Don was also recognized for his many years of service in the church and presented with a gift. Rev. Murray's sermon was called "Going Fishing". Jesus was at the lake side, where Peter was fishing. "Did Jesus preach the same sermon that he did Wilbees return Gloria, Keith, Kevin and Mark Wilbee returned from a fun week at Disneyland. While there they toured Universal Studios as well as the Kennedy Space Center where they saw the future space station. A favourite attraction was at MGM where there was a hotel that housed the "Tower of Terror". It is one elevator ride that only the brave dare get into. A long-time resident of Walton, Viola Kirkby has moved to Brussels. Viola has lived in Walton for 24 years. Walton will not be the same without her. However she said that she doesn't intend on losing track of her Walton friends. All the best to you Viola, in your new home. ummir • Valentine Balloon Bouquets with Chocolate Sucker $14.99 Luann's Country Flowers 523-4440 a while before in the Temple where all the 'holy and righteous people' had gathered?" Rev. Murray asked. Here he was preaching to the fishermen who were considered 'unclean', not even allowed in the temple. Yet these people were very receptive to his message. They were eager to have the church come to them. Jesus offered them hope, a different way, right where they were. "God offers us hope right where we are as well. He s in all things, in all situations." To be disciples of God is to be engaged in fun activities. It is an every day activity, that brings joy, a day used for the Lord. "It is important to share with others what we have learned for it is in sharing that we grow," Rev. Murray said. "We are people called to be good neighbours and not judge, but meet people where they're at and help them where they're at as Jesus did. They key is to share in what we believe, put our love in action and live our faith every day because God is with us in every step of the way."