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The Times Advocate, 2006-05-24, Page 17Wednesday, May 24, 2006 Exeter Times–Advocate 17 Advancement at Centre The Exeter Sparks and Brownies Advancement was May 17 at the Exeter Youth Centre. Back from left are Kasie DaSilva, Jaimee Clark and Holly Clausius. Front from left are Christina Ford, Shannon Rogers,Vanessa Boyle, KassidyWarren and Katie Flartman all advancing.The leaders are pleased with the business and community support over the past year. They are also asking for anyone interested in being a leader next year to come forward.There is a need for Sparks, Brownies and Guides leaders. (photo/Nina Van Lieshout) ABCA will host ATV meeting EXETER — An All -Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) and motor bikes meeting, hosted by the Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority (ABCA) will be held June 13 at the Dashwood Community Centre. South Huron chief administra- tive officer Larry Brown will speak about the municipal bylaw. The ABCA also says represen- tatives from the Municipality of Bluewater will attend, as well as the OPP and ATV club represen- tatives. Almost one quarter of ATV - related deaths are among chil- dren under 16 years of age, according to the Canadian Pediatric Society. The meeting starts at 7 p.m. Relay for Life in Exeter June 9 and 10 EXETER – The annual Relay for Life is happening again this year on June 9 and 10 from 7 p.m. - 7 a.m. Hosted at South Huron District High School, the Relay for Life is a celebration of survival and a tribute to the lives of loved ones who have been touched by cancer. It's twelve hours of fun, friendship and fundraising to beat cancer. The money raised by this event goes to the Canadian Cancer Society, where it's used to fund research and provide support programs in commu- nications across the country. As the leading cause of premature death in Canada, cancer affects everyone, directly or indirectly. But if we work together we can fmd ways to prevent it and help those who are fighting it. Participants for the Relay for Life sign up as a team. In this team you take turns walking, running or strolling around the track in a non-compet- itive relay. When not walking, there's lots of fun activities to take part in. Two years ago South Huron's first Relay for Life was held. The goal was to raise $10,000. That goal was exceeded, with 150 participants raising over $16,000. The next year 240 participants raised an impressive $46,000, greatly surpassing the goal of $20,000. This year we hope to have the most successful Relay for Life yet. Our goal is to raise $30,000, which can be easily achieved with the participation of the entire community. Registration forms can be picked up at SHDHS's main office or downloaded online at http://amdsb. c a/SHDHS/relayF orLife/. For more information call 235-0880 or e-mail relay_2006@hotmail. c om. So gather up a team and book off June 9th and 10th. Together we can make cancer history. See you on the track! New Orleans Pizza donates profits By Kaitie Jinks TIMES -ADVOCATE STAFF EXETER — A recent Exeter New Orleans Pizza fundraiser raised $1,132.22 for local schools. New Orleans Pizza held its Annual School Fundraising Nights on May 8, 9 and 10. During these nights, when a customer made a purchase, New Orleans Pizza donated half of the money that was spent to a school or daycare of the customer's choice. Local schools that will receive a portion of the money donated are South Huron District High School, Exeter Public, Precious Blood, Usborne Central, Stephen Central, Zurich Public, St. Boniface, Hensall Public and Tinker Tots Nursery. New Orleans Pizza says it will continue to support local schools and daycares and orga- nizers point out the campaign will be held again next year on May 7, 8 and 9. Overall, New Orleans Pizza raised $114,956 across southwestern Ontario. Purchase patio pots and hanging baskets on May 27 at the Centralia UC yard sale By Mary Person CVENTRALIA CORRESPONDENT CENTRALIA – On Sun., May 21st, Rev. Michelle Down led Sunday worship services at Centralia and Zion West United Churches. She lit the Christ Candle and led the Call to Worship. The opening hymn, played by organist Marjorie Johns, was "God Who Gives to Life Its Goodness". Following prayers, the choir sang "I Come to the Garden". Rev. Michelle thanked the choir and Marjorie for sharing their gift of music. Rev. Michelle invited the children to the front of the church to participate in the Children's Story Time. They dis- cussed pigs and pennies. The chil- dren have pigs that they are plan- ning to fill with pennies and bring back to church. Everyone is invited to bring their pennies to church too for the "penny fund". Rev. Michelle read the Epistle Lesson from Acts 4: 32-35 and the Gospel Lesson from James 2:14-26. Everyone joined in singing the hymn "The Church is Wherever God's People Are". Rev. Michelle's sermon was entitled "20 Questions". Announcements were made about a variety of people and activities. Rev. Michelle offered prayers for several individuals who are fac- ing health issues. She asked that everyone keep in their prayers Nicholas Andrew Tasko, the new grandson for Madalene and Louis Tasko. Congratulations to Tracy Coulter and David Dawson who were united in marriage at Centralia United Church on Sat., May 13. Rev. Michelle reminded everyone about the upcoming annual yard and bake sale at Centralia United Church on Sat., May 27, from 8 a.m. to 12 noon. Congregation mem- bers are invited to donate "treasures" and baked goods. Volunteers would be appreciat- ed for help on Friday at 1 p.m. and starting Saturday morning at 7a.m. At the yard sale, everyone can pick up their beautiful patio pots and hanging baskets. There will be some available for purchase that day as well if you forgot to place your order earlier. If you want to reserve more plants, call Mary Peterson at 228-6992. Conference Sunday will be held on May 28. There will be no morning worship at Zion West or Centralia United Churches. Everyone is invited to go to Exeter United Church at 10:30 a.m. or to Mitchell United Church at 2 p.m. for the service of ordination and com- missioning. CENTRALIA NEWS Young people are invited to the Thames Road United Church "Fun-A-Thon" on June 2 from 7 to 10 p.m. There will be a campfire at 9 p.m., and parents are welcome at that time. Pledge forms and additional information are available by contacting Sharon Pavkeje at 229-6891. Zion West Sunday School invites everyone to their Anniversary worship at 9:45 on Sun., June 4. There will be a time of fellowship fol- lowing worship. There won't be worship at Centralia that day. Regular worship will be held at both Centralia and Zion West on Sun., June 11, and will include communion and confirma- tion. Also in June, a special musical night will be held with Bruce Harding from B.C. Everyone is invited to Centralia United Church on Mon., June 26, at 7:30 p.m. for an inspira- tional evening of music and song. In July, Centralia United Church will host their annual Beef BBQ supper. It will be held on July 23. More details at a later date. Pictured above are the 2006-07 Hensall Legion Branch 468 Executive. In front from left are Sue Riley (Secretary/PRO),TraceyWhitson-Bahro (Padre), Stew Taylor (Deputy Zone Commander), Larry Uyl (President/Poppy/Veterans) and Bea Uyl (Treasurer); in back from left are Lillian Beer (Youth), Betty Simmons (Leadership), Kathy Neilands (Executive),Tom Neilands (2nd Vice/Sports), Sandy Wallace (Executive), Betty Taylor (Executive), Iva Reid (Seniors), Gary Kyle (Bar/Executive), Dave Smale (1 stVice/Membership) and Shirly Chalmers (Zone Commander).The Hensall Legion executive met May 10 with a motion to donate $100 to the Huron County Children's Camp. $25 will be donated to the Joe Bowen Bottle Drive for Leukemia.Also, tickets are available for the June 3 Elimination/Dance at the Hensall Legion. See any Legion member for tickets. (photo/submitted)