The November meeting of the Brookfield Men’s Club was hosted
by the Brookfield Fire and Emergency Services – after the
normal business meeting, Chief Rod Nielsen, assisted by
fire fighters Steve Harris and Everett Gero, gave a
detailed talk on infant and child booster seats in
vehicles. They highlighted the proper use of these, and
how vital they can be in preventing injury to young
members of our society. The Clubmen were given
demonstrations of seat installations; and then had an up
close look at the BFES’ brand new pumper truck. Returning
to the meeting room, a wonderful lunch was provided by
David Archibald and Ruth Matheson. Ruth needs brushing
up on her fire prevention, as in an effort to quickly thaw
the butter pats, she instead sparked flames inside the
microwave! – fortunately they were quickly extinguished
with only the loss of 3 or 4 butters.
The December BMC meeting will be held on Monday
December 20 at 7:30 PM and will feature the BMC’s unique
Christmas party. Lively games, perhaps some carol singing,
too much food, and the famous gift exchange will take up
most of the night. Any are welcome to attend – please
bring along a gift for the exchange that costs less than
$10. Items for the Food Bank will also be welcome.
Speaking of Christmas gifts what better for anyone on your
list than a “Property of Brookfield Elks” T-shirt that are
on sale at MacQuarries. These T-shirts come in red or
gold, have logo, front and back. A wonderful gift for fans
or anyone involved in any of the ball or minor hockey
programs, as participants or supporters. Get them while
they last!
The 74th Brookfield Elks Sports Draw and Sportsmen
Contest winners were announced – the number one prize of a
2010 Colorado 4×4 extended cab truck or $25,000 in cash
was won by Michael Byrne of Scotsburn. The other grand
prize winners were Kim Langille of Tatamagouche who won
the ATV, John Smith of Nuttby won the $2,000 Sobeys gift
certificate, Matthew Boyd of Truro won the generator and
Ron Maskill won $500. The salesmen prize went to Jim
Smith. On the hunt side of this unique contest, which
will mark 75 years in 2011, the heaviest buck weighed 251
lbs and was bagged by David Dennis of Westville, while the
heaviest doe was a whopping 188 lbs, weighed in by Vernon
Carter of Pugwash. Brad Yuill of Truro won the Archer’s
prize, and the Ladies winners were Alicia Schroeder (230)
of Dartmouth and Samatha McCormick (137) of Pleasant
Valley. Mark MacDonald of Saltsprings claimed both the
longest antler (29.75) and most points (24); while Donald
Bonin of Upper Stewiacke had the widest rack (26″). Thanks
to all who support this crucial Brookfield Athletic
Association fund raiser. A big pat on the back goes to
Paula Serracin, who in her first year at Cape Breton
University, helped the Capers to the AUS Championship
defeating host Acadia 4-0, then Dalhousie 2-0 in the semi
final, before blanking UPEI 1-0 in the final. The Capers
advanced to the National tournament in Charlottetown.
Paula was a standout for the SCA Wolves on the soccer
pitch, as well as on the softball diamond during her high
school years, and is a delightful person – well done
Paula! Carter Road’s Mark Kennedy of the Gutter Done team
is in 2nd place in the scoring race in the West Colchester
Men’s Hockey League, with his neighbour up the street,
Patrick Stewart of the HAF Skate and Tattoo team,
(comprised almost completely of Brookfielders), close
behind. Andrew Gordon of Porter’s Lake, has just been
called up to the NHL’s Washington Capitals from the AHL’s
Hershey Bears – Andrew is the grandson of the late
Reverend Earle and Anne (MacLennan) Gordon – Earle was one
of the BMC’s founding fathers in 1937! Sheila Sears
qualified for the National Hospital Accreditation Team, a
tribute to her professionalism in her career in Public
Health Nursing and other health care work. Sheila is
living in Antigonish. We are happy to announce that Sean
and Tania O’Leary had a baby boy Thomas, a grandson for
Sharon and George O’Leary and great grandchild for Alice
O’Leary and Shirley Harrison. A baby girl was born to
Julie Locke and Clint Oakley – proud grandparents are
Wendi and Rick Locke and great-grand dad is BMC Clubman
Donnie Locke! Congratulations to Wes Morrell and Bev
Toole, who were married recently. South Colchester
Academy named their athletes of the month for November –
they were volleyballers Brandon Verboom, Kelsey Geddes,
Jared Schenkles, and Hillie van der Schaar. The Senior
Boys volleyball team advanced to the Provincial
Championships, held at Horton High – while not achieving
the success they had hoped for the team made great strides
this year under head coach Tim Delaney, who was ably
assisted by former university players and former Wolves
Mark Dean and Robbie Crouse. The team consisted of Aiden
Schenkels, Dennis Nolan, Gregor Dawe, Joe White, Christian
Roy, Braden Cruz, Matthew Verboom and seniors Jesse
Eldershaw, Brandon Verboom, Riley Giffen, Alex Delaney and
Drew McNutt. The Senior Girls volleyball team hosted the
provincials at SCA – they came up short as well, as
Bridgewater claimed their 4th straight Division 2 title.
This year’s team marked the end of coach Teri (Kennedy)
Theriault’s successful five year run as Wolves coach. She
will be relocating with her husband Layton in Western
Canada. Nice to see Cy and Emmy Miller’s grand-daughter
at the provincials as part of a strong Middelton High
team. At the D-1 Boys tournament in Truro, Horton High
lost a close final to Sackville- the Valley School was led
by outstanding performances by Glen Stewart’s son and
step-son, Drew Stewart and Sam Bishop. The Brookfield 4-H
club’s float won 1st prize in the “Club” division of the
Truro Santa Claus Parade – well done!!
Over 500 people gathered at the Veterans Memorial in
front of the Fire Station for a moving Remembrance Day
service coordinated by Bob Lawrence of the Brookfield
Men’s Club, and led by Reverend Larry Harrison and Pastor
Eric MacKinnon. It was a beautiful day and heartwarming
to see a good turnout despite the local media seeming to
do all possible to not let anybody know the event was
happening! A band consisting of Connor Murdock on
trombone, Julia Hamilton on the French horn, Riley Rankin
on the flute, Gabrielle Clark and Peter Betts on trumpets
played the anthems, while former SCA Music teacher Holly
Hartlen played the Last Post and Reveille on the trumpet.
More than thirty-five wreaths were laid during the
service! Many of the large crowd descended on Knox Hall
for a wonderful lunch after the ceremony. Both Brookfield
Elementary School and SCA hosted very well-done
Remembrance Day services – these comments from non-school
adult personnel who were present. BES music teacher
Sheila Miller did an excellent job on this project – and
on the recent Christmas Concert, which drew overflow
crowds! The last weekend in November saw the famed
Christmas in Brookfield House Tours – heartfelt thanks are
given to the homes / stable / greenhouse owners for
spreading the Christmas spirit to all those who attended
the 15th annual tours. Approximately 180 folks from near
and far attended despite the persistent rain on Friday
night. Many, many thanks to homeowners Ruth Campbell,
Anita and Darren Miller, Keith and Kathy Best, and Judy
and Lee Thompson of Forest Glen Greenhouses. The Train
Station was also decked out and hosted suppers both
evenings and the gingerbread house contest. Winners of
that were Doreen Frank, Paige and Olivia Hernden and Julie
and Anna Hamilton. We also want to thank all the
businesses, groups and individuals who gave so generously
to the Christmas Index Program as part of the House Tours
program, as well as those who participated in the Craft /
Artisan Sale at Knox Hall coordinated by Jean Lawrence.
We are delighted to announce that both Brookfield
Elementary School and South Colchester Academy have
received formal accreditation for their continuous
improvement plans from the Nova Scotia Department of
Education. This lengthy four year process, worked on by
administration, staff and school advisory councils at both
schools, saw those who helped put many, many hours into
the project. Among those heavily involved were Principal
Cathie MacIntosh and Lisa Gogan at BES, and Brian Sears,
Doug Perry and Bianca Blair at SCA.
Our list of obituaries is much too long this month.
Among those who passed away were former BMC Eagle Award
winner Eileen Forsythe, who contributed much to the
community in her younger years, including development of
Camp Kiwanis in Forest Glen, a lot of time spent with
Ground Search and Rescue, the Children’s Aid Society and
the Scouting movement. Ethel Smyth of Shortts Lake passed
away – she was Howard’s wife of 64 years, and mother to
Valerie Williams of Shortts Lake and mother -in -law to
Sharon Smyth. The staff at SCA mourned the passing of
Lynn Ross, wife of popular teacher Chris Ross. Lynn, who
taught at Truro Junior High, was an effervescent sort –
she leaves this mortal coil far too soon at 44. A friend
to many, and all-round great guy Dick Hayden also went to
his reward. The Shortts Lake resident and Mount Allison
and Boston U grad (he was a hoops star for the Mounties)
served on the Sportsplex Board of Directors in years past,
and will be missed by many. Smiley Lauther, father of
former Elks slugger Ross Lauther and grandfather to Jr.
Elks winger Brett Lauther, died in Truro. Archie Mitchell
of Shubenacadie passed away- he was the father of Darlene
Parker; and Muriel Smith’s son Ted Rector died in
Dartmouth. Bruce Beeler of Lantz, father of Doris Isenor
and grandfather of Bruce Isenor passed away – he was known
to many for his musical works, particularly in the
bluegrass. Karen Gibson of Hilden passed away, leaving
behind husband Robert and sons Aaron and Shawn Hinton.
Sherman Ryan of Glenmore died, his sister- in- law was
Audrey Ryan. Shirley Sears sister of long time Brookfield
educator and non-pareil hockey coach Bill Sears, died in
Parsborro. We extend sympathies to all who lost loved
ones.
Keiver and Bev Read, Dan and Kathy Dean and Bill and
Della Boyle attended a Maple Leafs game at the Air Canada
Center – was it just a coincidence the Leafs beat the
Bruins that night? If not, we may have to make sure there
is a Brookfield connection in the stands for each Toronto
game! Jack Roop, Troy Sutherland, and Josh Taylor
travelled to New York City to watch Jack’s Giants thump
the Washington Redskins in NFL action. On their way home
they stopped in Foxboro to watch the Patriots pound the
Jets in a Monday night matchup with major playoff
implications. We are very relieved to learn that none of
the guests at Josh Smyth’s wedding celebration in Cancun
were injured in the explosion at the resort where the
festivities took place. Among those in Mexico for the
ocassion were Josh’s brother Jake, Cory Sutherland, Gary
Ellis Jr., and Chad and Jamie Works. Among those home
for visits were Karla Armsworthy from Memorial University,
where she is in her first year of medical school, and Tina
Murphy to visit with parents Bill and Barb. Kailee Ingram
was home from her studies at UNB for a few days as she
wrestled with a nasty bout of pneumonia. The Eagle would
like to express gratitude for funding support from long-
time reader Reta Dunn (the Eagle hopes former SCHS English
teacher Reta does not grade too harshly on his fractured
syntax), and to Peter and Kelly Hazelton from the Oshawa
area – thank you all! We would like to pass along thanks
from the Baptist Church Youth Groups to all who helped
them collect 655 pounds of food for the Colchester Food
Bank. Keiver Read is the incoming Chairman of the Board
of Directors at the Don Memorial Sportsplex, following
outgoing Chair Logan Rutherford, who provided exceptional
effort to the post. Newly minted Directors include Jack
Roop, Dennis Grant, Dereck Rhoddy, Charles Bowers and Mark
Kennedy – their willingness to take on these important
volunteer roles is very encouraging. Other Directors are
the afore-mentioned Rutherford, Brian Sheppard, Dale
Miller, Bruce Leck, Lyle Carter, Mike and Donald (Pibb)
Henderson. The Board would like to publicly thank
long-serving outgoing Directors Don Fisher, Kevin Clarke,
and Jeff Dickey for meritorious service over a number of
years.
The BMC will once again be sponsoring the Annual Christmas Decorating Contest
– the judges will travel all the streets, avenues,
roads and lanes of the area on December 23rd so be
sure to have your lights on to impress the judges – the
winners will be announced in the January Eagle. The Men’s
Club have decorated a tree and the giant star at the
Northeast quadrant of the “corner” to add festive spirit
to that area. There is no word yet if Brookes VanTassell
will decorate the famous lilac bush which he has planted
and replanted several times over this year – as it seems
particularly susceptible to upset by the wind. Maybe
Brookes better not put his best ornaments on that bush!?
There are many holiday events coming up – we
will list as many as we are aware of….The All Around the Circle Seniors dinner
will be held a week early this year on December 14
at noon at the Sportsplex – come enjoy a turkey dinner
prepared by the Middle Stewiacke Church ladies.
On Wednesday December 15 at 7:00 PM
South Colchester Academy music program will present a
Holiday Concert featuring the following groups:
the Grade 7 band classes and the Grade 8 guitar classes,
the SCA Jazz combo, the Beginner Band featuring bands from
the feeder elementary schools, and works from the Grade
11-12 music class. Come experience the wonderful program
put together by new music teacher Steve Cameron at SCA .
On Friday December 17 at 7 PM the
choir of the Brookfield Baptist Church will present the
Christmas Cantata titled “Wonderful Joy” in the
auditorium; a free will offering will be accepted and used
to support the breakfast program in the Brookfield
Schools. The highly anticipated Food Bank Concert will
be held at the Knox United Sanctuary on Sunday December 19
at 7:00 – this features excellent displays of talent by
musicians and singers. Donations of food or cash for the
food bank are welcome. The Brookfield Garden Club is on
hiatus but will meet on the 3rd Wednesday of January –
watch the January Eagle for time and location. The Junior
Elks hockey team , after a very slow start, have heated up
the NS Junior Hockey League, and recently defeated the
league lending Bay Ducks on the road. The Elks are now
11-9. Their upcoming home schedule at the Sportsplex
includes games on Tuesday, December
14 vs. East Hants, and Tuesday January 4 vs. Windsor.
by the Brookfield Fire and Emergency Services – after the
normal business meeting, Chief Rod Nielsen, assisted by
fire fighters Steve Harris and Everett Gero, gave a
detailed talk on infant and child booster seats in
vehicles. They highlighted the proper use of these, and
how vital they can be in preventing injury to young
members of our society. The Clubmen were given
demonstrations of seat installations; and then had an up
close look at the BFES’ brand new pumper truck. Returning
to the meeting room, a wonderful lunch was provided by
David Archibald and Ruth Matheson. Ruth needs brushing
up on her fire prevention, as in an effort to quickly thaw
the butter pats, she instead sparked flames inside the
microwave! – fortunately they were quickly extinguished
with only the loss of 3 or 4 butters.
The December BMC meeting will be held on Monday
December 20 at 7:30 PM and will feature the BMC’s unique
Christmas party. Lively games, perhaps some carol singing,
too much food, and the famous gift exchange will take up
most of the night. Any are welcome to attend – please
bring along a gift for the exchange that costs less than
$10. Items for the Food Bank will also be welcome.
Speaking of Christmas gifts what better for anyone on your
list than a “Property of Brookfield Elks” T-shirt that are
on sale at MacQuarries. These T-shirts come in red or
gold, have logo, front and back. A wonderful gift for fans
or anyone involved in any of the ball or minor hockey
programs, as participants or supporters. Get them while
they last!
The 74th Brookfield Elks Sports Draw and Sportsmen
Contest winners were announced – the number one prize of a
2010 Colorado 4×4 extended cab truck or $25,000 in cash
was won by Michael Byrne of Scotsburn. The other grand
prize winners were Kim Langille of Tatamagouche who won
the ATV, John Smith of Nuttby won the $2,000 Sobeys gift
certificate, Matthew Boyd of Truro won the generator and
Ron Maskill won $500. The salesmen prize went to Jim
Smith. On the hunt side of this unique contest, which
will mark 75 years in 2011, the heaviest buck weighed 251
lbs and was bagged by David Dennis of Westville, while the
heaviest doe was a whopping 188 lbs, weighed in by Vernon
Carter of Pugwash. Brad Yuill of Truro won the Archer’s
prize, and the Ladies winners were Alicia Schroeder (230)
of Dartmouth and Samatha McCormick (137) of Pleasant
Valley. Mark MacDonald of Saltsprings claimed both the
longest antler (29.75) and most points (24); while Donald
Bonin of Upper Stewiacke had the widest rack (26″). Thanks
to all who support this crucial Brookfield Athletic
Association fund raiser. A big pat on the back goes to
Paula Serracin, who in her first year at Cape Breton
University, helped the Capers to the AUS Championship
defeating host Acadia 4-0, then Dalhousie 2-0 in the semi
final, before blanking UPEI 1-0 in the final. The Capers
advanced to the National tournament in Charlottetown.
Paula was a standout for the SCA Wolves on the soccer
pitch, as well as on the softball diamond during her high
school years, and is a delightful person – well done
Paula! Carter Road’s Mark Kennedy of the Gutter Done team
is in 2nd place in the scoring race in the West Colchester
Men’s Hockey League, with his neighbour up the street,
Patrick Stewart of the HAF Skate and Tattoo team,
(comprised almost completely of Brookfielders), close
behind. Andrew Gordon of Porter’s Lake, has just been
called up to the NHL’s Washington Capitals from the AHL’s
Hershey Bears – Andrew is the grandson of the late
Reverend Earle and Anne (MacLennan) Gordon – Earle was one
of the BMC’s founding fathers in 1937! Sheila Sears
qualified for the National Hospital Accreditation Team, a
tribute to her professionalism in her career in Public
Health Nursing and other health care work. Sheila is
living in Antigonish. We are happy to announce that Sean
and Tania O’Leary had a baby boy Thomas, a grandson for
Sharon and George O’Leary and great grandchild for Alice
O’Leary and Shirley Harrison. A baby girl was born to
Julie Locke and Clint Oakley – proud grandparents are
Wendi and Rick Locke and great-grand dad is BMC Clubman
Donnie Locke! Congratulations to Wes Morrell and Bev
Toole, who were married recently. South Colchester
Academy named their athletes of the month for November –
they were volleyballers Brandon Verboom, Kelsey Geddes,
Jared Schenkles, and Hillie van der Schaar. The Senior
Boys volleyball team advanced to the Provincial
Championships, held at Horton High – while not achieving
the success they had hoped for the team made great strides
this year under head coach Tim Delaney, who was ably
assisted by former university players and former Wolves
Mark Dean and Robbie Crouse. The team consisted of Aiden
Schenkels, Dennis Nolan, Gregor Dawe, Joe White, Christian
Roy, Braden Cruz, Matthew Verboom and seniors Jesse
Eldershaw, Brandon Verboom, Riley Giffen, Alex Delaney and
Drew McNutt. The Senior Girls volleyball team hosted the
provincials at SCA – they came up short as well, as
Bridgewater claimed their 4th straight Division 2 title.
This year’s team marked the end of coach Teri (Kennedy)
Theriault’s successful five year run as Wolves coach. She
will be relocating with her husband Layton in Western
Canada. Nice to see Cy and Emmy Miller’s grand-daughter
at the provincials as part of a strong Middelton High
team. At the D-1 Boys tournament in Truro, Horton High
lost a close final to Sackville- the Valley School was led
by outstanding performances by Glen Stewart’s son and
step-son, Drew Stewart and Sam Bishop. The Brookfield 4-H
club’s float won 1st prize in the “Club” division of the
Truro Santa Claus Parade – well done!!
Over 500 people gathered at the Veterans Memorial in
front of the Fire Station for a moving Remembrance Day
service coordinated by Bob Lawrence of the Brookfield
Men’s Club, and led by Reverend Larry Harrison and Pastor
Eric MacKinnon. It was a beautiful day and heartwarming
to see a good turnout despite the local media seeming to
do all possible to not let anybody know the event was
happening! A band consisting of Connor Murdock on
trombone, Julia Hamilton on the French horn, Riley Rankin
on the flute, Gabrielle Clark and Peter Betts on trumpets
played the anthems, while former SCA Music teacher Holly
Hartlen played the Last Post and Reveille on the trumpet.
More than thirty-five wreaths were laid during the
service! Many of the large crowd descended on Knox Hall
for a wonderful lunch after the ceremony. Both Brookfield
Elementary School and SCA hosted very well-done
Remembrance Day services – these comments from non-school
adult personnel who were present. BES music teacher
Sheila Miller did an excellent job on this project – and
on the recent Christmas Concert, which drew overflow
crowds! The last weekend in November saw the famed
Christmas in Brookfield House Tours – heartfelt thanks are
given to the homes / stable / greenhouse owners for
spreading the Christmas spirit to all those who attended
the 15th annual tours. Approximately 180 folks from near
and far attended despite the persistent rain on Friday
night. Many, many thanks to homeowners Ruth Campbell,
Anita and Darren Miller, Keith and Kathy Best, and Judy
and Lee Thompson of Forest Glen Greenhouses. The Train
Station was also decked out and hosted suppers both
evenings and the gingerbread house contest. Winners of
that were Doreen Frank, Paige and Olivia Hernden and Julie
and Anna Hamilton. We also want to thank all the
businesses, groups and individuals who gave so generously
to the Christmas Index Program as part of the House Tours
program, as well as those who participated in the Craft /
Artisan Sale at Knox Hall coordinated by Jean Lawrence.
We are delighted to announce that both Brookfield
Elementary School and South Colchester Academy have
received formal accreditation for their continuous
improvement plans from the Nova Scotia Department of
Education. This lengthy four year process, worked on by
administration, staff and school advisory councils at both
schools, saw those who helped put many, many hours into
the project. Among those heavily involved were Principal
Cathie MacIntosh and Lisa Gogan at BES, and Brian Sears,
Doug Perry and Bianca Blair at SCA.
Our list of obituaries is much too long this month.
Among those who passed away were former BMC Eagle Award
winner Eileen Forsythe, who contributed much to the
community in her younger years, including development of
Camp Kiwanis in Forest Glen, a lot of time spent with
Ground Search and Rescue, the Children’s Aid Society and
the Scouting movement. Ethel Smyth of Shortts Lake passed
away – she was Howard’s wife of 64 years, and mother to
Valerie Williams of Shortts Lake and mother -in -law to
Sharon Smyth. The staff at SCA mourned the passing of
Lynn Ross, wife of popular teacher Chris Ross. Lynn, who
taught at Truro Junior High, was an effervescent sort –
she leaves this mortal coil far too soon at 44. A friend
to many, and all-round great guy Dick Hayden also went to
his reward. The Shortts Lake resident and Mount Allison
and Boston U grad (he was a hoops star for the Mounties)
served on the Sportsplex Board of Directors in years past,
and will be missed by many. Smiley Lauther, father of
former Elks slugger Ross Lauther and grandfather to Jr.
Elks winger Brett Lauther, died in Truro. Archie Mitchell
of Shubenacadie passed away- he was the father of Darlene
Parker; and Muriel Smith’s son Ted Rector died in
Dartmouth. Bruce Beeler of Lantz, father of Doris Isenor
and grandfather of Bruce Isenor passed away – he was known
to many for his musical works, particularly in the
bluegrass. Karen Gibson of Hilden passed away, leaving
behind husband Robert and sons Aaron and Shawn Hinton.
Sherman Ryan of Glenmore died, his sister- in- law was
Audrey Ryan. Shirley Sears sister of long time Brookfield
educator and non-pareil hockey coach Bill Sears, died in
Parsborro. We extend sympathies to all who lost loved
ones.
Keiver and Bev Read, Dan and Kathy Dean and Bill and
Della Boyle attended a Maple Leafs game at the Air Canada
Center – was it just a coincidence the Leafs beat the
Bruins that night? If not, we may have to make sure there
is a Brookfield connection in the stands for each Toronto
game! Jack Roop, Troy Sutherland, and Josh Taylor
travelled to New York City to watch Jack’s Giants thump
the Washington Redskins in NFL action. On their way home
they stopped in Foxboro to watch the Patriots pound the
Jets in a Monday night matchup with major playoff
implications. We are very relieved to learn that none of
the guests at Josh Smyth’s wedding celebration in Cancun
were injured in the explosion at the resort where the
festivities took place. Among those in Mexico for the
ocassion were Josh’s brother Jake, Cory Sutherland, Gary
Ellis Jr., and Chad and Jamie Works. Among those home
for visits were Karla Armsworthy from Memorial University,
where she is in her first year of medical school, and Tina
Murphy to visit with parents Bill and Barb. Kailee Ingram
was home from her studies at UNB for a few days as she
wrestled with a nasty bout of pneumonia. The Eagle would
like to express gratitude for funding support from long-
time reader Reta Dunn (the Eagle hopes former SCHS English
teacher Reta does not grade too harshly on his fractured
syntax), and to Peter and Kelly Hazelton from the Oshawa
area – thank you all! We would like to pass along thanks
from the Baptist Church Youth Groups to all who helped
them collect 655 pounds of food for the Colchester Food
Bank. Keiver Read is the incoming Chairman of the Board
of Directors at the Don Memorial Sportsplex, following
outgoing Chair Logan Rutherford, who provided exceptional
effort to the post. Newly minted Directors include Jack
Roop, Dennis Grant, Dereck Rhoddy, Charles Bowers and Mark
Kennedy – their willingness to take on these important
volunteer roles is very encouraging. Other Directors are
the afore-mentioned Rutherford, Brian Sheppard, Dale
Miller, Bruce Leck, Lyle Carter, Mike and Donald (Pibb)
Henderson. The Board would like to publicly thank
long-serving outgoing Directors Don Fisher, Kevin Clarke,
and Jeff Dickey for meritorious service over a number of
years.
The BMC will once again be sponsoring the Annual Christmas Decorating Contest
– the judges will travel all the streets, avenues,
roads and lanes of the area on December 23rd so be
sure to have your lights on to impress the judges – the
winners will be announced in the January Eagle. The Men’s
Club have decorated a tree and the giant star at the
Northeast quadrant of the “corner” to add festive spirit
to that area. There is no word yet if Brookes VanTassell
will decorate the famous lilac bush which he has planted
and replanted several times over this year – as it seems
particularly susceptible to upset by the wind. Maybe
Brookes better not put his best ornaments on that bush!?
There are many holiday events coming up – we
will list as many as we are aware of….The All Around the Circle Seniors dinner
will be held a week early this year on December 14
at noon at the Sportsplex – come enjoy a turkey dinner
prepared by the Middle Stewiacke Church ladies.
On Wednesday December 15 at 7:00 PM
South Colchester Academy music program will present a
Holiday Concert featuring the following groups:
the Grade 7 band classes and the Grade 8 guitar classes,
the SCA Jazz combo, the Beginner Band featuring bands from
the feeder elementary schools, and works from the Grade
11-12 music class. Come experience the wonderful program
put together by new music teacher Steve Cameron at SCA .
On Friday December 17 at 7 PM the
choir of the Brookfield Baptist Church will present the
Christmas Cantata titled “Wonderful Joy” in the
auditorium; a free will offering will be accepted and used
to support the breakfast program in the Brookfield
Schools. The highly anticipated Food Bank Concert will
be held at the Knox United Sanctuary on Sunday December 19
at 7:00 – this features excellent displays of talent by
musicians and singers. Donations of food or cash for the
food bank are welcome. The Brookfield Garden Club is on
hiatus but will meet on the 3rd Wednesday of January –
watch the January Eagle for time and location. The Junior
Elks hockey team , after a very slow start, have heated up
the NS Junior Hockey League, and recently defeated the
league lending Bay Ducks on the road. The Elks are now
11-9. Their upcoming home schedule at the Sportsplex
includes games on Tuesday, December
14 vs. East Hants, and Tuesday January 4 vs. Windsor.
Feel free to join us at
the BMC Christmas party on December 20 at 7:30 PM at
the Fire Station.
the BMC Christmas party on December 20 at 7:30 PM at
the Fire Station.
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