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Marjorie Ferguson presided _ over our business reports after which Jean Filteau read a letter from our popular pastâ€"president, Sharon Rusk and husband, Wayne. They now reside in Tennessee, but will be in the village during the holidays so we may have a chance to renew our acquaintance with them. Garden Club members and friends had a busy but enjoyable meeting on Monday, Nov. 25. It was a combined awards night, election of officers and a visit with Murial Braham, owner and driving force behind the Lone Pine Marsh Sanctuary. Gardeners learn about protected marsh wildlife Garden Club Shirley Griffith The application for a perâ€" manent liquor licence for the Colborne Cramahe arena should be answered this week. Cramahe notes Cramahe Reeve Stuart Oliver told his council last week that the application faced an objection from Colborne businessmen Arena bd. hopes for liquor licence, despite objection Page 10 nel 11 [a€ The Colborne Chronicle, Wednesday, December 11, 1996 Trophies and awards were given to our talented gardeners who work hard all year. The Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce Rose Bowl, most points for roses duringsyear, was won by Mary Jackson. The Joan and Harold Harnden Silver Roge Bowl for most points in decorative section went to Amy Gresham. Hoselton Studio Trophy to the novice with the most points, Sandra, Compton; George Gummer Gladious Trophy, Gordon Smith; Arthur and Marjorie Rutherford Trophy for conducted the election of officers and the slate for 1997 will be published in full in January. Our new president is Gordon Smith. Mr: Oliver said he was part of a conference call during which an official of the Liquor Licence Board of Ontario heard from repâ€" resentatives of the arena board and the Hasiuk family. Gerry and Bob Hasiuk, who were opposed to the arena being granted a perâ€" manent licence to serve liquor. most points over the season, Doug Johnston; 25th Anniversary Trophy to Gordon Smith for most points for house plants shown. There are also a number of cash certificates given by local merchants which we acknowledge with thanks and award to members according to . points achieved at flower shows: Three at $15. from Pine Ridge Nursery to D. Johnston, S. Compton, G. Smith; from Downey Pharmacy, two at $10, Jacques Filteau and A. Gresham; Colborne Needle and Craft, to M. Jackson; LG.A. $10 to A. Lee; New Wave Unisex, $10 to H. Dance; J&R Variety $10 to K. Island; Salon 41, $10 to G. Barrett; Castleton The arena board wants a permanent licence so that it can train its members to run bars for any functions at the arena at which liquor is to be served. The Hasiuks are the owners of Whistlers family restaurant and Winners sports bar in the former Vietoria Opera House. The idea is that groups running dances and tourâ€" The Marsh Sanctuary, a class 1 wetland, is now incorporated and awaiting the conservation easement which has been approved Mrs. Filteau introduced our guest, Murial Braham of Lone Pine Marsh Sanctuary. She started her dream in 1991 by purchasing a part of the marsh and in 1993 added further acreage. It now consists of 86 acres. The "No Hunting" signs posted around the property are being strictly observed. Mrs. Braham, as originator of this project, has put in a lot of her own finances, time and thought into the marsh. General Store, $10 to S. Johnston and Dominion Seed House $10, to Wm. Harris. We sincerely thank these donors. Also, in this way, arena board members feel they will have a better handle on policing events at which liquor is served. naments then will be able to concentrate on their event and not have to worry about the expense of procuring a specialâ€" octasion liquor permit, or trained servers. Mr. Oliver said the arena by the Ontario Heritage Foundation. It now has a charitable status number allowing for official tax receipts. For a fee of $10. paid in 1996, you may become a Charter Member. Mrs. Braham showed slides to show the progress being made. There are some rare species of birds and plants already identified. Her associate, Mark Rupke, a teacher, commented on slides showing plants, insects and animals from microscopic size, up. He showed how the chain of life works to . the betterment of each species if they are left in areas undisturbed by man‘s intrusion. i The hard work and vision put into this project is quite remarkable and Cramahe Township is very fortunate to have this sanctuary. You will be seeing a new marsh logo: instead of a According to the report of building and bylaw official Joe Bonura, a total of $3.007,390 worth of Building starts in Cramahe to the end of November have exceeded $3 million in value. board is hoping for a favourable answer from the LCBO. Four plants were given as door prizes to: Anne Lovekin, Agnes Lee, Laura Haferkorn and Marian Boys. Gayle Barrett‘s group suppled a delicious lunch and tea. We have no meeting in December so all members extend Christmas greetings to all members and friends and look forward to meeting at our pot luck dinner on Jan. 27. We all thank Mrs. Braham and Mr. Rupke for a most informative evening and the club gave her a donation to the marsh in appreciation of their visit. We thank the editor and staff of the Chronile for allowing us space each month for our reports. It is indeed a privilege we appreciate. Merry Christmas to all! Canada Goose, it will be a frog. Erin Jackson of CDCI West won a prize for her design. Last );car. by the same date, only $2.7 million in building starts . had occurred. x building was begun in the township, to that date. Be a Big Brother * Be a Friend * Call 885â€"8435 A United Way Member Agency â€" Cicely Scroggs â€" Eileen Argyris