Saints celebrated at legion
LEFROY/BELLE EWART NEWS
by Linda Gerow

What a terrific time we had at the Valentine's dinner at Branch 547, the Belle Ewart Legion, on Sunday evening. Our thanks have to go to Maggie and her great kitchen helpers and to Ed, who keeps us in line. Also, thanks go to Joyce, who is always selling the tickets and greeting people at the door.

The next dinner is the St. Patrick's one on March 16th. Tickets are $9 and they are already selling. Gets your ticket early by calling Joyce at 431-9231.

Roast beef dinner: Gilford United Church will host its roast beef dinner on Wednesday February 20th at 5 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. respectively. There will be homemade pies as well as roast beef and all the trimmings. Admission is $13 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. For tickets please call 458-2006.

World Day of Prayer: The annual World Day of Prayer service will be held at Lefroy United Church on Friday March 7th at 1 p.m. The origins of World Day of Prayer date back to the 19th century when Christian women of the United States and Canada initiated a variety of cooperative activities in support of women's involvement in mission at home and in other parts of the world. This year, the country represented is Guyana. Everyone is welcome to attend. Reverend Dr. Peter Kuqba- Nyande from Wyevale- Waverly Pastoral Charge will lead the worship service. Luncheon to follow. Please call Lynn for information at 733-3692.

Grange Cafe in Lefroy by the United Church: Featuring Poor Tom. The group has adopted the elements of Celtic, folk, bluegrass, blues and country roots music, with classic rock and classical music. Poor Tom has created a sound all their own. Special performances by our own local talents. The event takes place on Saturday March 29 from 7 to 10 p.m. Coffee, tea and snacks with great conversation. Tickets are $10 in advance or $12 at the door. For more information, e-mail simcoeliving@rogers.com or call Andrea at 436-7171 or Pat at 705-623-5837. This is a smoke free event.

Bridal Events: Lefroy United Church will be the hosting two bridal events at the Grange Hall on April 26th. A bridal show for brides and their entourage will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For everyone who loves the beauty and romance of a wedding, a fashion show will start at 7:00 p.m. The $10 admission fee for the fashion show includes refreshments. Local businesses can showcase their products and services for a nominal fee of $20 (tables provided). For more information please contact Andrea at simcoeliving@rogers.com or 436-7171, or Patti at rodgers.bbexcavating@sym patico.ca or 623-5837.

Quote: I have this theory that chocolate slows down the aging process. It may not be true, but do I dare take the chance?

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If you have any news/events for this column, please contact me at lagerow@rogers.com or call 436-9769.