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The Times Advocate, 2004-06-16, Page 7Wednesday, June 16, 2004 Exeter Times—Advocate 7 Preciou talent s Precious Blood student Annicl< Maes does her best Shania Twain impression dur- ing during a talent show put on at the school June 12. Maes was one of 15 entries in the show put on to showcase talents at the school. (photolPatBolen) Tyler Richardson makes his way through the slow speed section of the course at the Lucan Bike Rodeo with Optimist Club president Tracy Acs looking on June 12. The rodeo was put on by the Optimist Club of Lucan with help from the Lucan Biddulph Community Policing Committee and the OPP. Approximately 40 chil- dren attended the event and earned certificates of achievement after completing the course. (photolPatBolen) Habitat for Humanity project raising public awareness WINGHAM — The Habitat for Humanity Huron County steering committee met in the boardroom of CKNX in Wingham last Thursday evening to continue their efforts make more affordable housing available in Huron County. The steering committee is responsible for setting up the structure of the local Habitat for Humanity affiliate. The committee meets twice each month and works towards their goal of setting up an official board of directors and committee structure. "We want the public to be aware that there is a very active committee that is working hard to bring the Habitat concept to Huron county," explains steering committee chairperson Paul Dyck of Clinton. "We will be active in putting out information to the local newspa- pers and we are in the process of having brochures pro- duced. We are actively seeking people to serve on vari- ous committees; people that are committed and willing to put a lot of time and effort into the project." The steering committee expressed appreciation to Darene Roma Yavorsky of Word and Image Studios in Hensall for her work and creativity in the design of an informational brochure. In addition, Bruce Robertson has headed up an active group from Wingham planning to promote public awareness by participating in the town's homecoming parade. The `Wingham Homecoming '04' parade will take place at noon July 3. Hodgins Timbermart has been generous in supplying material for promotional banners that will be used in the parade. The theme of the event is 'A Touch of Country Back Home.' A large crowd is expected in town during the event and Habitat for Humanity Huron County plans to be visible. Interest from the Wingham area was further evident when Bill Gulutzen of Wescast Industries agreed to be the newest member of the steering committee. He was warmly welcomed by the group and Bill looks forward to serving. "It furthers our mandate to make this project a county wide initiative," said Dyck." Incorporation papers for the fledgling group are now being processed and the group hopes to have its chari- table registration number in place within the next two months. Bylaws have to be written and approved that will outline the board structure and governance of the group. The goal is to establish a solid, long-term organization that will impact housing needs in Huron County for many years. "We have to establish a solid base on which to build," said Dyck. "As much as we'd like to start building a house tomorrow, we have to make sure we have an effective organization in place that is here for the long run." In other business, the group expressed its apprecia- tion to the Kinsmen Club of Hensall for its donation of $1,500. The donation represents a major boost for the Huron County Library's summer reading club HURON — The Huron County Library is getting ready for another exciting summer reading program to be held weekly in 11 library branches throughout the county. This year, children ages four to 12 will be expanding their imaginations and exploring a fantasy world of dragons, castles, knights, princesses and magical crea- tures through stories, songs, crafts and games. Through participation in these activities, children will be encouraged to keep reading during the summer months. The seven week program will begin the last week in June, with the exception of Kirkton and Hensall where it will begin and end one week later. This year's program co-ordinators are Beth Hundey and Natalie Vander Burgt. The summer reading program is made possible through the support of the Huron County Library along with grants from Young Canada Works in Heritage Institutions, a youth employment initiative of the depart- ment of Canadian Heritage, and the Summer Career Placements Program of Human Resources Development Canada. TD Bank Financial Group is a major sponsor of the program across the province in co-operation with the Toronto Public Library, which plays a large organiza- tional role. The reading program also relies on the generous donations of many publishing companies, local business- es and services clubs. 'Fire Up Your Imagination: Dragons, Books and Quests' provides an excellent opportunity for parents to offer their children a fun -filled educational experience over the summer months. For more information or to register, please visit your local library or e-mail Beth and Natalie at summerread- ing@huroncounty.ca. In Exeter the program will be held Fridays. Two ses- sions are being offered for children between the ages of 4 and 6. They can meet from 1 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. or 2 p.m. to 2:45. Children between the ages of 7 and 12 will meet from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. In Hensall the program will run on Thursdays with 4- 6 year olds meeting from 3 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. and 7-12 year olds meeting from 3:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. In Kirkton meetings will be held Thursdays from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. for 4-12 year olds. In Zurich 4-12 year olds will meet every Friday from 11a.m. to 11:45 a.m. Habitat effort. In addition, a donation was received from the United Church in the Dashwood -Zurich charge. Interest throughout the county seems to be high and as public awareness grows, more people will become involved. A database is also in place for people who have con- tacted Habitat at previous public meetings held at Hensall United Church. Everyone who signed in at the meetings or who called will eventually be contacted to assess their level of interest and expertise. There are many ways to help. Treasure Bill Clark from Brussels has been instru- mental in setting up the database. Clark also agreed at the meeting to be the liaison with a soon to be estab- lished volunteer committee. Anyone interested in serving can contact Habitat for Humanity Huron County at P.O. Box 68, Hensall, Ont., NOM 1X0. The organization soon hopes to have an e- mail and a Web site in place, and a phone installed in its donated office space at Hensall United Church. — article submitted • MAX RF/MAX RF/MX" RF/MAX RF/MAX RF/MAX RF/MAX OPEN HOUSES SAT. JUNE 19th 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. SAT. JUNE 19th 2-3:30 p.m. LINE 6 (WOODHAM RD) 911# 3167 MLS 041303 $398,000.00. Horse Farm with track, Large 2 storey brick home. Sales Rep: Reid Dundas 34626 GRANTON LINE MLS 041385 $269,900.00. 3.3 acre horse & hobby farm, 6 stall barn large working, many updates in house. Sales Rep: Marti Lindsay For directions please call our office! 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