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The Citizen, 2006-11-30, Page 27Please join us in celebrating LIN STEFFLER'S 60th Birthday Retirement Friday, December 1st 8 pm - ? SEAFORTH LEGION Best Wishes Only Happy 60th Birthday Deanna Snell December 1, 2006 Drama Alex Ripley and Maaike Van Hittersum appear in a scene from the F.E. Madill Drama Guild's production Bench at the Edge, which was presented this week. Stage manager was Aislinn Bremner of Blyth. (Vicky Bremner photo) 1 ere A im , Beat the temptation. *smokers'HELPLINE CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY TOLL-FREE 1-877-513-5333 gp,oxC Sp.,\OK5 1 SM OKE Come Celebrate * Mania Johnston's 90th Birthday Mapp# 25th annivevsaN June 41 Naval .93afilivt Natiembitt 27 (Aaron will be at the Huronlea Craft and Bake Sale ,' on December 2 ••• from 10 to 2, selling his book.) .04t ) v. • • at the Wingham & District Hospital Best Wishes Only Please From Aaron and Courtney and the family -3438 www.movielinks.ca long distance?1 -800-2 6 "DANIEL CRAIG COULD BE THE BEST 007 YET. rxr:Trr.r. Fri & Sat 6:30 & 9:15 Sun - Thur 8:00 Nano. Not Rocomrmsrvded for Young ChRdnrn Fri & Sat 6:30 & 9:15 Sun - Thur 8:00 Sat Mat 2:00 Sun Mat 3:00 ra E41.1 .1 • 4s appreciative customers of the BGk 91pothecaly which will be closing Nov. 30/06__ we invite you to loin us in saying Thankyou to Dan and Donna Taylor , ,Thankryou at a Come d Go Appreciation Social- on Saturday, December 2 • from 2 - 4 pm at the Bly th Memorial Hai( Come for refreshments mut goodies, sign the large car, and get a chance to tfialikDan and Donna and wish them all the best in the future. - Everyone Welcome - "z0..,memoez; ,%,;',!„•• THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY,NOVEMBER 30, 2006. PAGE 27. At the Branch Dominion president attends 75th party By Jo-Ann McDonald It's been a wonderful week at the Brussels Legion Branch. The 75th anniversary banquet was held on Saturday evening with over 75 people in attendance. The evening began with Pipe Major Don Martin piping in the head table. President Jo-Ann McDonald conducted the opening ceremonies with Sergeant-At-Arms Lisa Glanville and two senior cadets marching in the colours. The toast to the Queen was given by Comrade Glenn Bridge and the toast to the fallen comrades was given by Comrade Charles Procter. Padre Tom Wilson gave the blessing prior to the dinner prepared by the Brussels Cadet Corps and Parent Support Committee. Comrade Allyson Cardiff expressed the Branch's appreciation to the Corps for an excellent job. The Master of Ceremonies for the evening was Comrade Eric Ross. He introduced the head table, then the guest speaker, Dominion President of the Royal Canadian Legion Comrade Jack Frost. His presence was truly an honour for the Branch. Comrade Frost was elected to the position of president this past June at the Dominion convention held in Edmonton, Alberta. Comrade Frost spoke on comradeship, volunteerism and the importance of each within a Branch. Comrade Jack and his wife Lynn were presented with gifts from the Branch by Comrades Rick and Jo- Ann McDonald. Greetings and congratulations were expressed by District C Commander Bob Silverton, Zone C- 1 Commander Shirley Chalmers, mayor of Huron East Joe Seili and mayor of Morris-Turnberry Dorothy Kelly. Letters of congratulations were read from MPP Carol Mitchell and MP Paul Steckle. Comrade Nicole Lowe introduced the past presidents of Branch 218. There were 10 out of 11 surviving presidents on hand. A group picture was taken. The highlight of the evening was the surprise presentations of the Meritorious Service Awards to Comrade Ross and Marg Bennett. This is the highest award a Comrade can receive in the Royal Canadian Legion and is presented to Comrades who have shown a true dedication to the service of the Royal Canadian Legion. Ross and Marg's children, Nanci, with daughter Danielle, and son Peter with wife LuAnn and daughter Emilee were on hand to observe the presentations. The presentation of an engraved plaque was made to the Bennetts by the Dominion president. District Commander Bob Silverton presented a framed certificate, Zone Commander Shirley Chalmers' gave them the meritorious service medal and President Comrade Jo-Ann McDonald presented the card and service pin. Comrade Ross Bennett gave his remarks and thanks to his fellow Comrades. President McDonald made her Annual Belgrave Kinsmen Turkey Bingo Thursday, Dec. 14 Doors open 6:30 Bingo starts 7:00 Belgrave Community Centre remarks as did chairman of the evening Eric Ross. Closing ceremonies were conducted by Comrade Jo-Ann McDonald. A social time was enjoyed to finish the evening and a wonderful evening it was. During the week the regular events took place with Cadets meeting on Monday and Tuesday evening. The executive met on Tuesday evening as did the anniversary committee. The Executive of the Tri County pipe bands also met in the lounge on Tuesday evening. Thursday night darts saw 10 darters taking aim at the boards. The first-place team was Heather Little, Harry Smith and John Harrison. In second were Marlene Little, Bush Whittard and Sharon Robbins. The high men's start was by Gord Jacklin, shooting 76, and the ladies was by Sandra Josling shooting 100. The high shot of the night was by Heather Little who shot 140. The Friday night supper of sausage and sauerkraut was enjoyed by a nice crowd. This week is beef stew. The Santa Claus parade was wonderful on Saturday with a great variety of floats. The Legion had a float and Comrade Sandra Josling, Catrina Josling, Cadet James Dillon and Christopher Ross participated in the parade with the Legiontloat. The Legion has a drop-off box for the Huron County Christmas Bureau. Donations of new items are gratefully accepted. Happy birthday to Lawrence Machan. A surprise 50th birthday party was held in the lounge on Saturday evening by his family and friends.