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Cross Country (olendor Burnstown Wl, Renlrew South This Branch raised $150 for the "Focus High for WI" lundraismg project for the Headquaners by organizing a yard sale. They also donated S100 towards the shipping costs ol hay to Western Canada. Currently they are In the process of moving a little known historic plaque to a more public site. They are a busy bunch and enjoy every minute.I Howkestone Wl, Simroe Kempenleldt In June, the Hawkestone WI presented a swing to a young boy from Orillia who is challenged. The swing is a contoured plastic model that can accommodate him indoors and out as he grows. He and his family were delighted with thegift and look forward to many happy hours swinging, Members of this Branch were also proud to present Mallory Hazlett of East Oro Public School with a plaque foracademic achievement, The group always has a great time creating a float for the Annual Hawkestone Parade. Demorestville WI, Prince Edward Upon her death. Demorestville Wl member Mary Elizabeth Sallans requested that all Memorial Donations be given to the Branch. In response. Branch members purchased a Sign for the Sophiasburg Cemetery with a plaque on the back dedicated in memory of Mary. Pleasant View Wl, Rentrew North This Branch organized the collection of eye- glasses, sunglasses and their cases for use in developing countries. The glasses will be fitted to indIVIduals by a group of eye doctors 90th to these countries. Grand Bend WI, Huron South Verna Lovie, Loreen Gill and other members of the Grand Bend Women's Institute are well known tor their colourful display they create at the local Farmers' Market each fall. The display is a Thanksgiving Weekend tradition in the Lake Huron Village. Greenwood WI, Rentrew North Greenwood Branch members experienced the Creative Memories approach to scrapbooking. presented by Barbara Fricker. Members also held a perennial plant exchange at the same meeting, To raise funds for "Focus High tor WI" this group organized a silent auction. Other re- cent programs included exhibiting and talking about a current craft project. presentations of autobiographies and participating in Pitch-In Canada Week. Alice Wl, Renlrew North This Branch enjoyed a potluck salad supper followed by guest speaker Shirley Saar, who spoke on the history of Grace Lutheran Church. Branch member Ftuby Kennedy, who had the misfortune of losing belongings in an apartment tire. was given a money donation and an electric kettle. As well, the ladies of Grace Lutheran Church presented Ruby with a beautiful quilt. Forester’s Falls WI, Renlrew North Guest speaker Paula Verekyn from Beachburg spoke to this group about her family. She told about her paternal and maternal grandparents who emigrated from Holland to Canada and some of the hardships they faced in Europe during WW II. Avonmore Wl, Starmont A vonmora Women's Institute member Ina MoEIheran's 67 years of faithful and continuous service was cause for celebratlon by members of Eastern Ontario Brancht Ina has held most offices at the Branch Ie vel andis currently a Dlstrlct Director: She takes regular turns as hostess, helps with program planning and is an inspiration to us an. Submitted by Laura Gaudine, PRO. Avonmore WI. Siorrnont. Queen's Line, Rentrew North This group held a plant salewith proceeds going to “Focus High for WI," followed by a game of croquet. Recent donations were given to the Ross Mineview and Cobden Public Schools for library books and to the Cobden and Beachburg Fall Fairs. Torn Wl, Brute County The Tara Women‘s Institute won 'The Most Attractive Display Award" at the 1115'h Arran< Tara Agricultural Fall Fair in September. The display based on the theme of the fair â€" Horsin' Around”â€" required seven items: a po . baked beans. 3 4 inch square carrot cake. afarm scene in any media. a pair of oven mitts made by a member. a decorated horseshoe. an ar- rangement of grasses and grains in a cowboy boot and any article made from recycled denim. 14 Home 8. Country, Winter 2002-03 Sunny Brooke WI in Sunny Fields Sunny Brooke WI members toured the Iris and Iin gardens owned and operated by memb er Marilyn Berdah of Alvinston. Submitted by Maxine MacKeilar. Sunnyorooke Wl, Lamblon Centre. 23% 7