Our neighbour, Frank turned 100 on Sunday.

There was a small reception in his honour in the party room Bistro on Friday afternoon. Frank entertained us with a short talk about his life. He was born in British Columbia in 1922 to Japanese immigrants. During WWII his family was interned as they were considered enemy aliens, but Frank eventually was chosen to serve in the Canadian armed forces. He worked in the Ontario civil service after the war and has been a writer for most of his life, still providing a column each month for a Japanese/Canadian publication.

The he credits his wife Betty as the secret of his longevity. She certainly takes good care of him. He blew out the candles on a festive cake and we all toasted him with bubbly. Many more years, Frank!

The Craft Club held their annual Show & Sale on November 12th after a forced absence of two years  due to COVID-19 restrictions. It was a rousing success. There were many jewelry finds, delicious home cooked delicacies, a silent auction and crafts, crafts, crafts. All proceeds will go to Sleeping Children Around the World, a local charity that provides bedkits and mosquito nets to needy children overseas.

After a final tally a grand total of $3500 went to to Sleeping Children Around the World which will allow the charity to provide 100 bedkits overseas. Every part of this charity is operated by volunteers in our community, and the bedkits are produced in the communities where they are distributed. 100% of the proceeds from the Show & Sale will help needy children. Well done, Crafters!

Isington 2000 Bistro was the setting of a casual reception to say farewell to some dear friends who are moving away to a senior’s residence. A beautiful sweet table made for a festive atmosphere. Thank you to the organizers.