August 22, 2016
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Ladies who were able to attend the bridal shower for Nicole (Nikki) Reid, Sunday, enjoyed seeing all the lovely gifts she received. Thanks to everyone who organized and put on the shower.
Many gals attended the bridal shower for Kathryn Bridge, held at the home of her sister-in-law, Courtney, on the Southline, Sunday, Aug. 7. Everyone enjoyed the country-style picnic, followed by the presentation of gifts. It was a meeting of old friends, neighbours and relatives of the bride-to-be. Kathryn is the daughter of Donna and Dennis Bridge.
Saturday, Aug. 13, many relatives and friends attended the Jack-and-Jill shower held for bride-to-be Tanya Coulthard and her intended, Chris Mathewson, in London. Tanya is the daughter of Shirley (Bridge) Coulthard and the late LeRoy Coulthard.
Christina, Tyson and Cooper VandeSype visited with family and friends in the area recently. While they were here, they celebrated a birthday party for the Farrell grandchildren.
Recent visitors with Fran and Jim Farrell, were Irene and Joe West of Stratford.
Congratulations to Maxene Clark and Jonathon Murray who were married Saturday.
Congratulations, also, to Julianne (Clifford) and Andrew House on the birth of their baby boy.
Stefani and Mike Simpson of Upper New York State visited with Shirley and Doug MacDonald and Stefani's MacDonald siblings this week.
Irene Boyle and her daughters, Bonnie, Heather and Corinne, went for a trip down memory lane recently when they visited the Five Oaks Christian Education Centre near Paris, Ontario. They enjoyed reminiscing about times spent at Family Camp there in the '60s.
Irene Boyle had Kerry and her children, Mallory and Skye Harrigan, for a rousing game of Scrabble at Irene's home at Brucelea Haven in Walkerton, last Saturday.
Deanna and Morley Scott attended the 25th wedding anniversary celebration of Frances (Scott) and Bev Kingston, Sunday.
There were lots of events to attend this weekend. Diane Clifford and Fran Farrell attended the International Plowing Match (IPM) 2016 Quilt Show in Harriston. They appreciated the talents of many who contributed to that event. Several folks from the area attended the Heritage Fair at Paisley; the Motocross at Walton; and the Food Art Craft Festival in Ripley.
Our sympathy is sent to the family of Catherine Todd. Her funeral was held Saturday. Sympathy, also, to Joy Munn and family on the death of her husband, Don.
Sandra Forster visited with Marjorie Armstrong and Violet Bridge at RVilla, Saturday, after attending the craft show in Ripley. She also visited with Mary Anne Kukoly. They enjoyed their tour of the Bruce Botanical Food Gardens.
Mary Anne was pleased to be part of the birthday celebration for Doris Schwartz who will be 95 in a few days.
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