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The Citizen, 2003-06-18, Page 2PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18, 2003. A NOTE FROM BETTY 1 Snr By Betty Graber Watson Call 887-6236 887-9231 Yes, I think it’s true. We have summer. The warmth and sun of Saturday and Sunday were enough to improve the mood of a whole community and it was wonderful to watch. At The Branch The youth in our midst are getting into their summer jobs, finishing relaxing next step them we humour, good choices and a good life. Besides the birds and lawn mowers, the noises of the weekend included several different types of aircraft which caught the attention of those outside. The annual fly-in at the Armstrong aerodrome is a time to admire the many different airplanes that attend. For the village it is a great time to watch the planes arrive and it was fun to see some that last exam or just getting, ready for the of their lives. To each of wish good sense, good loops and rings. Jim and Leona have been enjoying this event for several years now. Tradition dictated that Ester and Jack McCutcheon play host last weekend to a group which has gathered every year since 1976. The wardens from the Counties of Bruce, Grey, Lambton, Simcoe and Huron met initially in their official capacities in 1976, and with their partners started to meet socially the next year. As the years have passed each couple takes their turn to provide a new experience as well as the expected good food and perpetual card games. The ice business in Hensail was well received as the tour and pictures of their ice sculptures made a very good impression on the visiting past wardens. Sirens and red trucks were plentiful Sunday as our good firefighters breakfast. served and volunteers As an added attraction, neighbour­ ing fire departments brought their equipment of various types and sizes to show and tell. Fine work once again fellows. Enjoy the sunshine. Betty G.W. held their annual Plentiful good food prepared by our good was again a success. Legion seeks assistance with By Jo-Ann McDonald Around 40 bidders registered for the silent auction at the Brussels Legion on Friday evening and vowed to return Saturday. The doors opened at 10 a.m. Saturday for the day’s viewing of over 150 items on display. There was a steady stream of bidders with over 70 registered patrons. There was no live auction held due to lack of participants so those items were opened up to silent bidding. There was a flurry of last minute bids until 4 p.m. Wishes for speedy healing to Comrade Eric Ross who underwent knee surgery last week. He’s slowly but surely getting around. We are sorry to hear Stuart Musgrove is in hospital and we hope he’s feeling better real soon. The Friday night supper of lasagna was enjoyed by around 30. Next week is roast beef. The Branch needs a dehumidifier or two for downstairs. If anyone has one they don’t need, we could provide a home for it at the Legion. A photocopier is also needed. The Branch copier is looking at major repairs and a good secondhand one is being sought. Anyone with knowledge about one can call the Branch. This Sunday, June 22 is cemetery decoration service. Representatives of the local churches will also be in attendance to pay tribute to those who have passed on. The service begins at 2 p.m. with the pipe band and parade participants forming up at the back of the cemetery at 1:45 p.m. The next general meeting is June 24 at 8 p.m. it is the last meeting until the fall and a discussion on Branch hours will be held. If you have an opinion or suggestion about hours you should be attending this meeting. Or maybe you have other NEWS FROM BRUSSELS All fish frys concerns about the Branch. Comrades are urged to attend. The Branch has been booked for three fish frys for July and we could use a few new faces at the fryers to help us out. Please contact the Branch for the dates and if you would be interested in helping. Lucknow and Mitchell are two of the destinations. Majestic WI hosts tour You Are Invited to attend Vacation Bible School at Zion Mennonite Fellowship Church 5 km. east of Cranbrook Monday to Friday June 30 - July 11 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Ages 3 1/2 to Grade 8 welcome For more information call 291-9486The Majestic Women’s Institute held the June meeting in the form of a tour beginning at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 11 under the leadership of Yvonne Knight. There were 11 ladies on tour. The first stop was at Joe and Barb Terpstra’s dairy barn which was quite interesting. The group had lunch at Brubachers of Ethel Restaurant and Bakery, then visited Shayrina Sheep Farm, owned by Kevin and Jacquie Bishop. They saw several different breeds of sheep. While at Bishops’ they had a short meeting. The roll call was answered by naming an agricultural practice not used today. It was decided to have two casserole suppers and two soup and sandwich lunches followed by euchre instead of monthly euchre parties. Leona Armstrong is the delegate to Guelph Area Convention in October and Yvonne Knight is the alternate delegate. Happy Birthday was sung to Kathy Bridge and Marie McCutcheon. if ? - I 1 COMING EVENTS at the BRUSSELS LEGION SATURDAY, JUNE 21 Euchre Tournament downstairs at 1:00 p.m. Bring your own partner. Admission $5.00 per person. Cash Prizes. Lunch. No Smoking Event. SUNDAY, JUNE 22 Cemetery Decoration Service at Brussels Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. Everyone invited. "We will remember them" The Executive of Brussels Legion Branch 218 wishes to thank everyone for making our Auction a success: the Comrades who donated the items for the auction, cash donations and all their participations, the community of Brussels for their continued support, Comrades Julie Harrison and Sandra Josling for all their work putting everything together and John Harrison, Lisa Glanville, Jo-Ann McDonald, Linda Bird, Terry and Judy Buchanan for the final .tally. Thanks to all for supporting the Brussels Legion Branch 218. Citizen Advertising Deadlines Due to the July 1st holiday, the Citizen will be closed Tuesday, July 1st. Editorial and advertising deadlines for the July 2nd paper will be Friday, June 27 at 2 p.m. in Brussels and at 4 p.m. in Blyth. A in n n n m Passing skill along Fran Bremner shows Michelle Cousins how to release the ball as Christopher Jutzi contemplates his next throw. Despite the light rain, students from Brussels Public School were eager to learn the game from Brussels lawnbowling Club members. (Sarah Mann photo) SUNDAY, JUNE 22 Singles Dance from 7:00 -11:00 p.m. Band to be announced. Admission $8.00 per person Info and general inquiries at 887-6562 or 887-6570 Wishing you and your family a safe and happy Canada Day! West Nile virus: Gardening. Protect yourself when gardening: wear mosquito netting, long sleeves and long pants. Tuck your pants into your socks for extra protection. Use bug repellent containing DEET and avoid gardening at dusk and dawn when mosquitoes are most active. To learn more, call or visit our Web site. 1-877-234-4343 TTY 1-800-387-5559 www.HealthyOntario.com L