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. Renfrew County Poem Travels Overseas By Doris Hump/trier 0st Women’s Institutes in Ontario have the opportunity to compete against other Institutes at their local fair. A committee sets a theme and articles in com- petition must adhere to that theme. The theme for the 1994 Renfrew County Fair was “A Warm Welcome to Renfrew Countyz" an ap- propriate theme considering Renfrew hosted the Plowing Match last September, One item for competition was a mounted 16-line poem about Renfrew County. The poems submitted were all very worthy and expressed great affection for Renfrew The winning poem was composed by Doris Humphries. a Life Member of the Castlet‘ord Women’s Institute The poem travelled far. In November. 3 group of curlers from Renfrewshire. Scot- land. visited Renfrew, Ontario. for a day of touring. visiting. curling, dining and fun. Part of the evening's entertainment was poetry reading. A Robbie Burns poem was read in true ottish brogue by a curler from Scotland. oris Humphries read her poem “Renfrew County." and then presented it to her Curling opponent from Renfrewshire. The poem had been artistically mounted. along with a County map and coloured photographs of Renfrew through the seasons. The poem is now on display in Renfrewshire, Scotland. Dori: Humphrier is a member of the C(rxtlejbwl W] in the Renfrew South District. Runfrvw County, ttlllfli a beauty! Has the [roaring ofa queen. Tall and shapely, healthy, wholesome, Lively, lovely, IUtSP, serene. Ottawa River hugs her shoulders, Long africnd ofstrength and worth, Brought her settlers, shipped her timber, Gave her power, and fish, and mirth. Rmfrctu County lOZ’L‘S her seasons, Wmit'r glistens, autumn glows, Spring smiles like a proud new mother, Summer one long party throws. Roth'er County loves her people, Nationalities a score, Occupations valued, varied, Even/tiny she's loved still more. Quilting for Beginners The Education Committee in Subdivision 25 - Lambton South. Centre and North District WI '5 » recenliy offered a course in ‘Oui/ling for Beginners. ’ inter- esiin the course was great, with two sessions of 17 and 18 par- ticipants. And there was enough interest tor a third session of 15. The finished products were dis- played at an 'Achievement Day' held at the Pslrolia OMAFHA office. One of the participants, Lucienne Bunda (felt), is pic- tured displaying her handiwork with the instructor, Gladys El- liott (right). 1995 Events at the Erland Lee (Museum) Home June WI Days Dates: Sat. June 3 - Sun, June 4. 1995 Time: Sat. 10 a.m.- 4 pm. Sun, 1-5 pm. This year our theme is “A Market Place of ideas." The Drive House will be lull of won- derful ideas and projects from our members overthe past year. Demonstrations and tree inion-nation - on such topics as the environ- mentand recycling - will not only inform you. but inepire you to take a more active role in your community. Plan to stop by and team more about Women's Institute. Local Artist Show & Sale Dates: Sat. July 1 - Mon. July 31,1995 Time: Mon.- Sat. 10 am: 4 pm. Sun..1-5 pm. If you enjoy great artwork. then the Erland Lee is the place to pal Local artists from the Region will display and sell their work throughout July. A selection of watercol- ours. oils and photography will be available. varying in price to suit every budget. Pioneers at Work & Play Dates: Sat. Aug. 12 - Sun., Aug. 13. 1995 Time: Sat. 10 a.m.- 4 pm. Sun.. 1-5 pm. Cost: $4/person Step back into the early 18005 and discover what pioneering in Saltileet Township was really like. There will be demonstrations in woodworking. weaving and spinning. dress- making and traditional cooking. Come and enjoy a pioneer helping of peach cobblerl Harvest Luncheon Dates:Wed., Sept. 27 - Thurs.. Sept. 28. 1995 Time: 11:30 am. or 1:00 pm sittings Cost: $Blperson Once again. we will be hosting a harvest lunch. There are two sittings. The cost is $8 per person and the tickets must be pur- chased in advance. Tickets are available at the Museum. so call now; this is a sell out event that happens only once a year! Victorians Christmas Fair Date: Sat. Nov. 4. 1995 Tlmezto a.m.- 4 pm. Christmas comes early this year at the Lee Home. Making traditional Victorian tree or- naments. and Christmas cooking. baking and creative decorating ideas are on the agenda. It a traditional Christmas is what you are looklng for. then visit the Lee. For more information about there event: or the Lee Harm. cumact Mary Kneelzune. Curator. The Erlaud Lee (Mureum ) Home. 552 Ridge Rd, Sloney Creek 0N LBJ 2Y6. Phone: (905)662»269l. Normal buriners hours are Monday to Friday. It) am. it! 4 fun. and Sunday. l in 5 pm. Admission is $2 per pemm, except on special even! days. Home & Country. Spring '95 13