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The Times Advocate, 2007-08-29, Page 22 Times -Advocate Wednesday, August 29, 2007 Backpack collection ends this week Continued from front page Way invested over $1,000 in buying necessary sup- plies," says Payne. "This year the list is growing as more people become aware of the program, and we are seeing more fami- lies without transportation. We are busy packing the backpacks and trying to get them out before school starts," adds Payne, explaining, "There are always some requests that we have to fill later, but we do our best to get them out so the kids are ready for the big first day." Donations can also be brought directly to Mark's Work Wearhouse or the United Way. If you would like to make a cash donation call the United Way at 1-519- 524-7900. Music camp Making a treble clef —Aimee Rau's School of music summer day camp ran from Aug. 13-17 with 24 area children registered. Students learned about Franz Josef Haydn, comparing his music to the music of more contemporary artists.They also learned about 18th century life culminating in a masquerade ball where students danced an 18th century style dance. Aimee Rau is a "Music ForYoung Children" teacher who has students ranging in age from infant to adult and teaches in her home studio in St. Joseph. (photo/submitted) Updates on Lucan subdivisions Continued from front page said. McLaughlin said that council appre- ciates the business brought into Lucan, but explained, "the new Sobey's is going to put money into downtown Lucan too," saying they have to be fair with their building permit fees, not giv- ing special treatment to the different businesses. McLaughlin said council would get some clarification from Reymer as to what indeed was said, coming up with a decision in the near future regarding the proposal. Kitchen update The Lucan Memorial Community Centre kitchen has been gutted, with renovations under way according to arena manager Ken Needham. "It should be completed by Sept. 10. It's pretty much on schedule," says Needham. Needham says after re -opening, demonstrations will be scheduled throughout the week for members of service groups and other organizations to train on the equipment and be ready to go by Sept. 15, when the kitchen will re -open for the first time for public use. Heritage update McLaughlin says the renovation plans for the new museum will be reviewed by the whole heritage com- mittee, who will begin working on the tendering process by Sept. 13 if every- thing is in order. Radcliffe update Lucan Biddulph public works man- ager Steve McAuley gave council an update on several projects in Lucan, including the Radcliffe subdivision. "There are no major issues and the houses are selling," says McAuley. Loyens update McAuley says the Loyens continue, "doing their work," adding he expects in a month that much of the subdivi- REGIONAL WRAP UP UWO classes in Goderich GODERICH — There are only a couple of weeks left to register for University of Western (UWO) Ontario courses in Goderich this fall. Courses being offered in Goderich feature Psychology, Biology, Environmental Science and Anthropology. "Raising a family, I never thought I would be able to go to university, especially in my own town," says stu- dent Lisa Walker, adding that, "My experience has been the learning opportunity of a lifetime — doors have been opened that I never knew existed." Anyone interested in registering for the courses should contact Western directly. Students who are new to UWO should contact UWO sion will be completed. He also says the model homes will begin soon. Nelson Wolfe The Nelson Wolfe subdivision is in its final round, according to McAuley, with a strip of top soil and the fence built on one side. Reliance Certificates of approval and the ten- dering process will begin soon for the Reliance subdivision, says McAuley. Lucan Estates Lucan Estates will line-up with Alice Street. "The walkway is still up in the air," according to McAuley. Sobey's The new Sobey's to be built on the Main Street of Lucan, is proceeding with its original plan, explains McAuley. "They are on track to start this year," says McAuley, adding "they'd like to finish their parking lot in the spring (of 2008)." admissions officer Cindy Cripps at 661-3698 or e-mail her at ccripps2@uwo.ca If you have been enrolled at UWO before, contact the UWO mature student advisor Donna Moore at 661- 2111 ext.85159 or dmoore@uwo.ca "We hope that interested applicants will contact us directly so that we can process their applications as quickly as possible and start them on their course of study in September," says Moore. OPP reminds residents how to call HURON — The Huron OPP are reminding residents that if they spot a driver who is exhibiting dangerous driving habits, to phone the police, because the driver could be impaired. The public has been instrumental in locating several impaired drivers this year, according to the OPP. If you spot an impaired driver, call 911. If you are reporting a driving complaint call *OPP on a cell phone or 1-888-310-1122. Westerhouts make donation to hospital campaign South Huron Medical Centre $20,000 donation —The $ I.6 million campaign for South Huron Hospital has exceeded the million dollar mark and sits at $1,005,000, with a recent donation of $20,000 from Kathleen and Cindy Westerhout and the Exeter Cleaning Centre CarWash.Above from left are Kathleen and Cindy Westerhout and campaign team member George Godbolt. Impressed with care Cindy Westerhout South Huron Hospital has a special place in our hearts. Through our most recent experience, we were very impressed with the care that our parents received. The comfort of remaining in the commu- nity with easy access to friends and family and the personal touches of the staff were important con- tributors to this. We also recognized the value of strong connections to larger centres such as Stratford General and London Health Sciences, and as such, we are eager and honoured to support SHHA's fundraising campaign. The technological advancements and capital improvements outlined are key to maintaining these connections and improving care to the residents and visitors of South Huron. Medical Centre —Above from left are South Huron Medical Centre staffers RPN Helen Rau, registration clerk MelissaWilson, RPN Joanne Kadlecik and registration clerk Melissa Stilson. Medical Centre information The South Huron sary and patients are Medical Clinic at 23 seen on a first come Huron St. W. houses first serve basis. a Walk-in Clinic, Walk-in hours are: Family Practice Monday to Friday: 4 Clinics and a lab ser- p.m. to 7 p.m.; vice. Saturday and Sunday The Walk-in Clinic and holidays: 11 a.m. treats patients who to 2 p.m. (unless oth- have non -urgent and erwise posted) non -life threatening The Family Practice conditions. No Clinic has four family appointment is neces- doctors. Hours are Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Appointments can be made through our Scheduling Clerk (8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.) Phone: 519- 235-5145 Lab service is avail- able Monday to Friday, 7:45 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Contact SHHF South Huron Hospital Foundation 24 Huron St. W.,Exeter, Ont. NOM 1S2 Sandra Faber 235-2700, ext. 5133 shha.founda- tion@shha.on.ca The Little Hospital That Does J�ll�/� V