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PAGE 12. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2006.
Volunteerism, topic at UCW
FROM LONDESBORO
One of the things a UCW member
finds herself involved in is
volunteering. As progradi leaders at
Londesborough United's UCW
meeting on Monday, Nov. 20, Laura
Scott and Lynda Horbanuik pointed
out sometimes- this can be
overwhelming.
A humorous list of make-believe
announcements was read that
highlighted, one of those activities
that church women spend much
time on, social events involving
meals.
Mrs. Tater gave an exposé on some
of her relatives, spec-tater, dick-
tater, etc. All of them have to be
accommodated by sweet-taters when
there is a job to be done.
The singing of the hymn, Jesus,
You Have Come to the Lakeshore,
reminded those attending the
meeting that Jesus chose simple,
humble. fishermen to be His
disciples.
And God chose Christians to
minister to those who need help.
Jesus taught that doing good for
the least of His children was like
doing it for Him.
Laura offered 10 suggestions for
visiting the ill and shut-in that would
make the visit more pleasurable for
all involved.
Some discussion ensued for the
Christmas potluck gathering on
Monday, Dec. 4 at 6:30 p.m. All
women of the community and
congregation are invited to attend.
Don't forget to bring along a
personal item for the Friendship
House.
Twenty years ago this autumn,
volunteering reached a high in this
community.
An opening paragraph in a local
paper from Nov. 26, 1986 reads,
"This small hamlet
(Londesborough) is showing
overwhelming community spirit,
support and enthusiasm as people
here ready for this weekend's
fundraising extravaganza, Back the
Biter."
Folks were baking pies,
volunteering items to auction,
playing euchre and hosting a fashion
show, etc. to raise $30,000 to
purchase a fully-equipped van for
the Biter.
The Biter, aka Ron Nesbitt, had
been injured in a swimming accident
the previcois summer and area folks
were only too pleased to able to help
out.
The campaign was initiated by the
Londesborough Lions Club but took
on a life of its own as happens in
small communities.
People involved in the blitz carry
our own particular memories of the
time, the sadness of the need, the
social times and the ingenuity of
people. Ron has contributed much to
our community and the Lions Club
in the years since.
If you happen to live in the area of
the Londesborough Hall, you know
only too well just how busy the hall
is in these weeks and around
Christmas. Many families are opting
to take larger seasonal celebrations
to the community hall. With its
convenient kitchen and nicely-
appointed room, it takes the stress
out of hosting a gathering.
Moreover, Jane Hoggart always
decorates the room tastefully for the
season.
Other groups have found the hall
perfect for get-togethers also. The
seniors held their annual Christmas
party there last Wednesday. Then on
Sunday, Dec. 3, the European
Canadian Club used the facility for
the fourth time for their Christmas
party.
The European Canadian Club was
formed in 1980 of mostly German-
speaking folk who have immigrated
to Canada. Anna Schmitz of
Londesborough is the_ secretary for
the membership. She related that the
group lends a helping hand to new
persons to southwestern Ontario
from Germany, Switzerland, Austria,
etc. As Anna said, a friendly face
who speaks your language can be a
reassuring contact when trying to get
settled here.
Members come from an area from
London to Kincardine and east to
Monkton. On Sunday,
approximately 50 people enjoyed a
social afternoon with coffee, cake
and a gift raffle. Santa Claus made
an appearance, too, bringing each of
the children an early Christmas gift.
The group socializes as well at a
summer picnic regularly held at the
Lions Conservation area in Clinton.
And last spring they enjoyed a boat
tour along the Avon River in
Stratford.
I have a piece of happy news to
share. The midnight oil may be
burning for a few weeks at the home
of Michael and Pam Radford as the
newest member of that family settles
in. Ashley Nicole arrived in the wee
hours of Dec. 1 weighing in at 7 lbs.
4 oz. Her grandparents think she is
cute as a button and looks just like
her big brother, Braden.
I wanted to congratulate those
voters who took time to drop by the
Londesborough Hall on Nov. 13 to
cast their ballots in the municipal
election. Across the municipality,
only 18 per cent of those eligible to
vote did so. Yet in the east (Hullett)
ward 25 per cent of people voted.
It definitely helps if a great deal of
campaigning or hoopla surrounds an
election. More folks are then
encouraged to make it to the polls.
However one must not lose sight
of the fact that to vote is a privilege;
that's what makes ours a democratic
society. One gentleman who voted
that day was so excited as that was
his first chance to vote in Canada.
He had just recently become a
Canadian citizen.
Unfortunately many Canadians
have lost that enthusiasm.
Some of us realized last week that
we hadn't seen Bob Madill for some
time. It seems Bob experienced a
spot of trouble and was admitted to
hospital for a few days.
Circumstances dictated he not be
alone anymore and he has found a
home on the retirement floor of
Queensway in Hensall. Surely he
would be pleased to see you if you
are down that way.
We are now in the month of
December and sliding quickly
toward Christmas'. Take in at least
one of the various activities, a
concert, a parade, a Christmas
reading, etc. and let your heart swell
with the spirit of the season.
Forget the hustle and bustle for
just a short while land be refreshed.
Breakfast with the big guy
Santa stopped through Auburn for some breakfast last
Sunday and to visit. Devon and Jordan Curran take a
picture with Santa and rhyme off their wants and needs for
the holiday season. (Shawn Lou ghlin ' photo)