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The Citizen, 2003-06-18, Page 13Good on paper Elunid McNair places her bid at the Brussels Legion’s silent auction held on Friday night and Saturday. (Vicky Bremner photo) Grey Central Echo Grade 7, 8s visit Ottawa The Grade 7 and 8 students have returned from their trip to Ottawa. They arrived home on Friday evening. Mrs. Smith’s kindergarten class made special Dad’s survival kits for Fathers’ day. They are looking forward to their class trip to Wingham on June 19. They will visit the firehall, post office and go for a swim. They made rainbow stew by mixing colours and played stepping stones letter games. Mrs. Bowler’s kindergarten class was busy with junior kindergarten visits and Father’s Day gifts. In math, they were doing simple addition and subtraction. Mrs. Goodall’s Grade Is made Father’s Day cards and picture frames. They were also doing a Father’s Day puzzle and putting on a play about Jack and the Jellybean Stalk. Miss Hill’s Grade l/2s were doing Father’s Day stories and crafts. They were learning the lifecycles of animals as well as making family trees. Mr. Park’s Grade 2/3s made Father’s Day presents and beautiful gilded (gold) frames. In math, they learned about perimeter and they are skipping in gym. Their penpals came and did activities on the nature grounds, sang songs and Mr. Park read a story called 1 Day, 1 Night. Miss Aarssen’s Grade 4/5s had a social studies test on government this week. They are learning about energy in science and watched The Sound of Music. They played baseball inside for gym and the Grade 5s concentrated on division in math. Miss Henry’s Grade 7s got back into a routine after their Ottawa trip with a math test. They did some language and concentrated on history and '•science. They also started working on a project in French for the fall fair. Mr. Payne’s Grade 8s are preparing for graduation by making paper lace placemats in art. In math, they were doing word problems using the Pythagorean theorem and in English they looked at a song/poem called A Row of Small Trees. Ms VanBolhuis’s morning class had been busy learning about money in math and working on Father’s Day gifts in art. They are writing and are doing the accelerated reading program. The afternoon class has been doing geometry in math and are reviewing punctuation and story writing. They just celebrated Jasmin’s birthday. Their garden is growing well. Both classes went on a nature walk. 4-Hers visit sales barn By Sara Baker On June 2, the Brussels Belgrave Beef 4-H club met at Brussels Livestock and were given a tour of the Sales barn by Kevin McArter. Members learned many things. The cattle are sorted when they come to the barn, put into pens, weighed and sold in the ring. Vaccinated calves have a better chance of living and they usually bring more money per pound, he said. Paul Coultes gave out fact sheets on BSE. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18, 2003. PAGE 13. Cranbrook needs correspondent The Citizen is looking for someone to report the Cranbrook news. Since the previous correspondent Jeft, a volunteer has taken on the position. However, this was to be short-term and the clock is ticking. If a replacement can’t be found, the news from this thriving community will not be shared with our readers. No experience is necessary. The individual need only have an interest in the happenings of the hamlet and adequate language and writing skills. Infant baptized On Sunday, June 15 Clare Mitchell, daughter of Neil and Marie Mitchell was baptized in Cranbrook Presbyterian Church. It was a real family affair as Marie’s father conducted the baptism. Members of the Majestic WI Brussels toured Cranbrook and area on June 11. The first stop was the farm of Joe and Barb Terpstra where an interesting tour was conducted through their dairy barns. There were kittens, horses and a toad to admire as well. Barb and Joe invite those from the community who would be interested to attend a penning competition on Saturday, June 21 starting at 1 p.m. going through the afternoon. If you enjoy horses working with cattle it should be fun to see. The WI stopped to see Cranbrook’s golf course at David and Karen Smith’s before going to Ethel for lunch. Jacquie and Kevin Bishop had an educational sheep show for the women to end their tour. Last Saturday neighbours stopped by Frank and Kathy Workman’s to see Duncan and his parents, Craig and Lisa Workman, from London. That day Lucas Keffer entertained some pals to celebrate his upcoming birthday on June 16. On June 20, wish Steve Steiss and Frank Workman a happy birthday. On Friday, Paige Keffer and Sara Baker went to Knox Presbyterian Church, Goderich to try their Western Conservatory Music Exam; Grade 1 and 2 respectively. Grey Central Public School Fun Fair will be held on Thursday, June 19 from 5-7 p.m. Parents and BOOK OF THE WEEK STRATFORD From the beauty of its parks in all seasons to backstage at the Stratford Festival to the farmers' market and the old world of the Amish of tne area, this book captures Stratford in stunningly beautiful colour. Only $3995 Drop in to our offices in Blyth and Brussels and look through our wide selection of books The Citizen , Blyth Brussels 523-4792 887-9114 There is a small monetary compensation for the work. Also, the volunteer has offered to continue assisting the new correspondent with contacts and information. This is a perfect opportunity for retirees or stay-at-home parents, newcomers to Cranbrook, or people who are involved in a variety of local activities. Contact Bonnie Gropp at 523- 4792 if interested. neighbours are invited. Bob Steiss started working on Monday in Guelph for the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food, moving from Peterborough. David Smith’s golf course was busy on Saturday morning as the Knight guys took to the greens. More sports, good food and fun continued at Steve Knight’s farm with Murray Knight in charge. Saturday afternoon the “Ladies of the Knight” and guests attended a baby shower in Cranbrook Community Centre for Kaitlyn Knight, daughter of Jeff and Nancy. Early birthday wishes were extended to Dona Knight. The Women’s Institute members in the area attended the Bluevale WI’s 100th anniversary on Wednesday evening. Music, skits, readings, fellowship and anniversary cake were enjoyed. The Smith family enjoyed a family picnic at Dave and Sharon Rapson’s, hosted by Lloyd and Beryl Smith on Saturday with a good crowd. Don’t forget the Grey irefighters’ breakfast on Sunday, June 22. A Review of activities at SEAFORTH COMMUNITY HOSPITAL Seaforth Medical Clinic There will be NO Walk-in Clinic Tiies. July 1, 2003 due to Canada Day holiday. Your understanding is appreciated. Inpatient Department Hospital Visiting hours are daily from 11:30 - 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. with a limit of 2 visitors per patient at any one time. Emergency Department The public is asked to limit visits to the Emergency Department unless medically necessary. Only those people who need to accompany a patient into the Emergency Department will be allowed to do so (e.g. parent of young child or as needed for older adult). Patients for the Emergency Department and/or walk-in clinics are reminded NOT to bring additional people to their appointment; please make alternate arrangements for young children as necessary. Student Volunteer Program Is looking for interested youth (preferably ages 11-18 years) who are willing to make a time commitment of at least 1 year to participate in a meaningful volunteer experience. Let your light shine by sharing your individual talents, skills and caring personality with our patients. Inteiested persons must contact Pam Nesbitt for an Application at the Seaforth Hospital (527-3008) no later than Mon. June 23. Hospital Auxiliary Congratulations to the Seaforth Community Hospital Auxiliary on the celebration of their 70th Anniversary! The Auxilians hosted a lovely appreciation banquet June 10th and honoured several of their long standing members with awards; the evening’s entertainment, (the Old Spice Girls) was truly delightful. A special “Thank You” to a dedicated group who strongly believe in and support their local hospital and patients by their numerous fundraising efforts; our “Best Wishes for your continued success and prosperity.” Penny Sale Appreciation The Hospital Auxiliary extend their appreciation to the community and members for their generous donations and purchase of tickets. Thank you also to the many Volun-teers who donated their time to work in the store May 27 - June 6th. No doubt there were many winners with smiling faces. FROM CRANBROOK WMS meets Yvonne Knight hosted Cranbrook Presbyterian WMS Tuesday, June 10. Leader, Eleanor Stevenson used readings about Father’s Day. Jesus Loves Me was sung. Psalm 23 was read in unison. Members answered the roll call with a verse about fathers. The next meeting was planned to be held at Mrs. Stevenson’s, Sept. 9 at 8:15 p.m. Mrs. Knight gave a report on the first day’s activities of the Synodical Society of Southwestern Ontario WMS held in Wingham. She also reported on the Huron Perth Presbyterial Spring Conference bus trip to Toronto. The WMS ladies visited the National Presbyterian Museum located in the basement of St. John’s Presbyterian Church at 415 Broadview Ave., Toronto. They had a formal communion service upstairs in the church, done as it would have been in the 1880s. They travelled on to tour the National Presbyterian Church Offices at 50 Wynford Drive, Toronto.