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A New Look for Mfli‘l’llfiu-‘L‘Wlli‘il When entering Martin’town from any of the four entrance points, don'tforget to check out the new addition to the town signs. The Martintown Women‘s Institute was pleased to add its sign bearing the WI logo. The Martintown Branch has been an important part of the community since it was first rganized in 1910. Over the years the Branch has provided considerable .wancial assistance to a variety of local projects including many heritage and youth related initiatives. The group was a keen sponsor of 4-H Homemaking Clubs from the 19605 through the ‘805. A program started a number of years ago still provides dictionaries to all Grade 8 graduates at the local public school As well, a scholarship is presented to a high school student. Shown are members Flita O'Reilly and Allison Murray (I to r), with Martintown Mayor Dave MacDonald. Submitted by Rita O'Reilly, President. Martintown Wl. Glengarry Rambling Through Rural Renfrew Flenfrew North District Women’s Institutes were busy last fall with the 8th Annual Ftural Ramble. Large numbers enjoyed the two-day self-guided car tour through farms and businesses in Henlrew County The District set up a large quilt display at the Cobden Curling Rink, along with artisan crafts and news of the latest WI projects and activities. The hot lunches served by the WI have been a popular feature at the Ramble, and last year was no exception! . Member Shirley Collins demonstrated the fine art a! hand quilting 3' "79 istrict's Guilt Display. Submitted by Vicky Duttey. FRO, Flenlrew North Photo to unesy oi Kimberley England. The Canaan Sun Meet Julie Annett HUD everyone! Since I have the oppor- unity to be profiled in the Home and Country, allow me to introduce myself. My name is Julie Annet't and l have been hired as the new ROSE Program Manager for FWIO. l have recently graduated from the University of Guelph with a Bachelor of Applied Science Degree in Gerontology I am extremely excited about the opportunity to work with all of you in expanding the ROSE Program. 1 have observed the work that you have put into the HOSE Program since its inception, and i am truly honoured to be a part of such a worthwhile cause Throughout my professional career, l have generated a wealth of knowledge that I look foiward to applying to this new position. In the next couple of years l will focus on additional partnerships to the ROSE Program and dedicate my energy to its promotion and success on behalf of FWIO. On a more personal note, I reside in Waterloo where my family lives. I have been blessed with a large tamin and spend a lot of time with them. When I am not with my family or friends, I enjoy volunteering with the Alzheimer's Society, panicipating in academic committees and, most importantly, relaxtng! Please feel free to drop in and see me if you are ever in the vicinity of the Provincial Office. Iuli'e Annett IS the ROSE Program Manager for FWIO She can be reached at the Provincial Office at. Phone. 519-836-3078, Fax. 519-8363456, Email luliea@fwio.on.ca One Flew Over the Couscous Nest The Sunshine Women's Institute held 3 Cooking Workshop last October. Member Leah Bradley and her committee met over a couple of evenings to choose recipes. The Branch paid for all al the supplies and stations were set up at the local municipal hall, which has a well-equipped kitchen. A recipe booklet entitled Cooking with a Difference was compiled and all 15 recipes included were made that evening in a two-hour period. At the same time, the gmup entertained the District President and Secretary and se veral members from another Branch. All in attendance received a recipe book/2t and other literature on load salety and nutrition. It was a great evening! Member Zita Davidson (left) is shown with Prescott District President Margaret Wyss (right) making One Flew Over the Couscous Nest. Submitted by Flth Proudlool, Assrstanl FRO. Sunshine WI, Prescott Home 8. Country, Spring 2003 ll