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Times-Advocate, 1988-01-27, Page 12Page 12 Times-Advooate, January 27, 1988 ANIMAL TRACKS - HPS stu- dents (above), learned to simulate the walking habits of wild animals by making tracks in the snow with their own hands and feet. A day in the woods BIRD WATCHING - Jayne Thompson, (below), conservation education technician at the Mait- land Valley Conservation Authori- ty's East Wawanosh area, points out to the Hensall students the birds surrounding the feeder. THROUGH THE TREES - The Hensall Public School students (above)also had to search out ani- mal habitats in the woods. OFF THE BUS - Hensall Public School grades 3,4 and 5 (below), began their afternoon at the East Wawanosh Conservation Area after a long bus ride. The program fo- cused its attention on the adapta- tion of wildlife to their environment with special emphasis on winter habitats. Nursery seeking help The Hensall Nursery School wishes to thank the Hensall Kins- men for their donation of $50 which will be put to good use in the pur- chase of much needed equipment. Also to those who participated in the Santa photos, proceeds of which purchased anew -computer program— and rogramand a Fisher Price breakfast set, the children will get a lot of enjoyment from them. Do you have some spare time on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons? If you do and also enjoy being with small children, the Nursery School would like to hear from 'you. We presently need a person (s) to help out in our afternoon class, and are looking for a caring person in our community. Remuneration negotia- ble. Please call Sue at 262-3525 for further info. HDHS The Hensall and District Horti- cultural Society met at the United Church last Monday, January 15. Thegroup most thoroughly en- joyed a medley of five songs per- formed by Heather Reid, Victoria Bisback and Louise. These three young ladies did a lovely job. Diane Gerstenkorn conducted a couple of contests after which a de- licious light lunch was served by Marg Cole and Sheila Raeburn. United Church During Sunday morning's wor- ship service at Hensall United Church, Rev. Doug Wright dem- onstrating by making a paper flow- er, explained to the children that God knows best. Mrs. Laura Wright was trans- ferred from Hinton United Church to membership at Hensall United Church. Rev. Douglas Wright had been transferred from Alberta Pres- bytery to Huron Presbytery. Greeting worshippers at the door was Mrs. Hazel Corbett and ushers were Peter Pryde, Steve Thomp- son, Roddy Parker and Lloyd Fer- guson. Tickets are available from U.C.W. members for the noon luncheon to be held Tuesday, Feb- ruary 9. Workshops to prepare craft materials for Sunday School are held on Thursday mornings. January 24-31 is the Week of Prayer for Christian unity. This year the Interdenominational Wor- ship Service will be held at Triviu Memorial Anglican Church, Exet- er, on Sunday, January 31 at 2 p.m. Rev. Wright will be taking a week of study leave and then fin- ishing his vacation. He will be back in his office beginning Febru- ary 18. In his absence services will be conducted by George Cowen on January 31, Ken Van Allen on February 7 and Sharon Wurm on February 14. Hockey The Hensall Novice Hockey team travelled to Belgrave on Sat- Hensall open house The doors of Hensall's Town Hall were opened Friday to offer the public a chance to inspect the renovations to the building and to meet with the new clerk -treasurer Luanne Phair while wishing Eliza- beth Oke a farewell in her retire- ment. "We're all going to miss you, I know I certainly am,". said Eliza- beth Bell, clerk -treasurer of Exeter on behalf of the clerk -treasurers of Huron County. Bell presented Oke with a collectors' plate entitled "Coming Home". "We'd like to think you're leav- ing home," said Hensall reeve Jim Robinson. Representatives from the four councils which Oke served • with during her ten-year tenure as clerk - treasurer were on hand to offer comment on her retirement. Carver visits Queensway Hello! Welcome to Queensway news. Monday'afternoon Joyce Pep- per was our volunteer pianist at Choir practice. In the evening we were fortunate to have Earl and Do- reen Oesch in to do a presentation of Earl's many carvings. Everyone found the evening very interesting. Earl explained why certain types of wood are best for carving, also how he puts some of his pieces to- gether. Following the presentation many residents gathered around the display table to have a closer look and decide which was their favorite carving. Our ladies Auxiliary helped serve a delicious lunch of carrot cake, coffee and tea to end our even- ing. Tuesday Reverend Vipperman led our worship service. Everyone ap- preciated his message regarding the disorderthat happens when everyone follows their own values opposed to the order we get from following God's word. Rev. Vipperman ac- companied us on the guitar as we sang hymns. Wednesday rcsidcnts gathered for fun and fitness in the morning fol- lowed by games. Later in the day baking club met and produced beau- tiful bran muffins. We are testing a IIIA- . .r Hensall Civic Corner We would like to thank all those Who attended the "Open House" to view the 1Nunicipal Office renovations, and those who .sent /lowers in this regard, which helped make the day a great success! Village Council and Office Staff few of our recipes that are soon to be published in our recipe book. Thursday the movie 9 to 5 with Dolly Parton was a real hit. Friday afternoon Eileen Rannie was in to assist with crafts. We made our own 1988 calendars. Each month was decorated with a picture the resident felt appropriate for that month. We had hearts for February, shamrocks in March, an umbrella in April etc. It was a lot of fun and the residents enjoyed thinking about what a particular month meant to them. Good bye till next week from Queensway. --- 11111 ---Z • TRUST 1 • COMPANY 1 1 GUARANTEED 1 CERTIFICATES 1 AVAILABLE 1. • 1. 1 Representing many trust 1 1 companies, highest rates usually available. 1 For more Information 1 contact John R. ConsItt • at 236-4381 or 236-4360 1 1. MI In 1111 Harold Knight came forward to speak of Oke's contribution to the Village of Hensall as a whole. "You've done a wonderful efficent job for us. I don't know how we would have got through the mounds of paperwork without you," said Knight. "Good advice is very valuable and you were always ready to show us the options available to council," echoed Harry Klungel. "We are sincerely grateful for everything'you have ever done for the village. I think you have plenty of wisdom and knowledge, and we have all benefitted from that," said Robinson, who presented Oke with a plaque on behalf of all the coun- cils Oke had worked with. A letter from Jack Riddell, mini- ster of agriculture, congratulated Oke on her retirement and wished her luck in her work with her fami- ly's company, Oke Woodsmith Building Systems. Hensall Arena Events Wed. Jan. 27 2:30-3 30 p m Moms & Tots 5 15 p m. Huron Park vs Novice Huron Park vs Atom Goderich vs PeeWee Goderich vs Bantam Thurs. Jan 28 530 p m Ringette 8 15-p m Rec Hockey Fri. Jan. 29 4 15 p m Hensall Figure Skating 7 15 p m Open ice 8.30 p m Hensel! Old Timers Sat. Jan 30 8 45 a m -12 45 p m Hensall Minor Hockey 1 00.300 p m Public Skating 3 30-6 30 p m Ringette 7 00 p m Open Ice . • Sun. Jan. 31 1 00-300 p m Public Skating 3 15-4 45 p m Midget 500 p m Ripley vs Bantam Mon. Feb. 1 Hensel! Minor Hockey Tues Feb 2 4 15 p m Hensall Figure Skating 800 p m Broomball 1000 p m Open Ice This adverlisemenl sponsored by 515 pm qe444348a plc 112 Kis Sr. -Msusf urday to play a regular season game. The Hensall team added another shut -out to their impressive season thanks to double goals by Mark Bell and Brock Weiss, singles by David-Tgmson.and Brad- Hartman:— and another excellent performance by Eric Groot. The Tykes met Goderich on Sat- urday and were defeated by the oppo- sition 2-0 in a hard fought game. Jeff Campbell played a good game in goal. Personals Mr. John Noakes of Kamloops, British Columbia surprised his par- ents Len and Minnie Noakes with his arrival last week. During his week-long stay he enjoyed visiting with members of his family and friends. John Teturned home to Kamloops on Tuesday. On Sunday Ron, Susan and Brad 1 Hartman attended the baptism of new niece Tiffany Theresa Sweiger of Dashwood. 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