A scavenger hunt - wow what fun!
A chance to spend some time in the sun.
WISH is a chance to share the feeling,
We find in WI that is so appealing.
The Hall was in a state of disrepair,
The County said they didn't have the budget to share,
Our group said someone should care,
There was a need so we (and the community) should dare,
To take on the project and help out,
We dove in and began without a doubt.
We try to assist when we see a need,
Whether to help out others or to take the lead,
The Barn Quilt project was a joint effort we knew,
with Consecon, Rednersville and Mountain View,
To mount at the Hall to show our pride
In WI, to beautify the countryside.
The "Home and Country Rose" marked the 120th year
Of WI, spreading education, good will and cheer.
It also marked the completion of renovations,
Making the Hall great for celebrations,
And meetings by clubs *, part of the Working Group
Led by Mountain View, money raised by special
events, bake sales and soup.
From floor to ceiling, with fire drapes too.
A new door, widened hallways and the kitchen so new.
Because of our work, when a storm tore the roof,
The County stepped up to replace it, plus accessible
washrooms as proof,
They appreciated our efforts, wanting the Hall to stand,
To be used and treasured by the people of the land,
So we gathered together outside on a cold wintry day,
To toast with hot chocolate +, in the WI way.
* Ameliasburgh Garden Club, Consecon, Rednersville and Mountain View WI, 7th Town Historical Society, Ameliasburgh Fair Board, Quinte Educational Museum and Archives, St. Andrews ACW, Ameliasburgh Library, Tai Chi, Knitting Group and Zumba.
+ Merry Hot Mocha
6 tbsp. cocoa
1 - 2 tbsp. instant coffee
1/8 tsp. salt
6 cups hot water
1 can condensed milk
Combine cocoa, coffee, salt and water in saucepan and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Lower heat and stir in condensed milk. Do not boil but heat through. Beat with rotary beater or whisk til frothy.
Yields 10 - 6 oz cups
