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Page 18, Whitby Free Press, Wednesday, June 9, 1993 4BROOKLTN}i Artist to erect statue of lacrosse pioneer By Mike Kowalski A former Brooklin resident will be recognized for his many con- tributions to the sport of lacrosse in Canada. Town council has lent its sup- port to a proposal from local artist William Boyd Fraser to erect a statue of Eugene Joseph Dop in Brooklin. e lifesize bronze statue will be designed and sculpted by Fra- ser to commemorate Dopp's achievements in lacrosse. A fundraising campaign will be undertaken by Fraser and others to offset the cost of the $60,000 project and the unveiling is plan- ned for Oct. 7 1994, the 102nd anniversary of bpp's birth. A pioneer in the sport, Dopp was born in New Hamburg, Ont. in 1892 and died in Brooklin in 1971. During his 60-year involve- ment with lacrosse, Dopp contri- buted not only as a player, coach and administrator, but also dev- ised many of the rules governing the sport. Amonig his numerous accomplishments Dopp was: * an honourary lite member of the Canadian Lacrosse Associa- tion and the Ontario Amateur Lacrosse Association; * an executive of both groups, serving in a variety of capacities; * a charter member of the Canadian Lacrosse Hall of Fame; * first president of the Brook- lin Senior "A" lacrosse club. Fraser, a 28-year-old Brooklin native, told The Free Press the idea for the sculpture came to him about four years ago. "I had decided specifically on doing a sculpture based on the tradition of lacrosse and as I researched it I focused on Eugene Dopp," Fraser explained. "He was an integral part of the sport. He played it, coached it, promoted it and wrote about it," said Fraser. "Hé had quite a presence and knowledge of the game." In conducting his research, Fraser discovered that Dopp also participated in hockey and foot- ball. He played with the Toronto Argonauts football team in 1915 and was a teammate of Conn Smythe founder of the Toronto Maple Leafs, on the Riverside senior hockey club that same year. But what drew Fraser to Dopp was the latter's involvement in his community. A 50-year-member of the Knights of Columbus, Dopp was a founder of St. Leo's School in Brooklin and active in youth sports. "It's not just because he was a sports celebrity but because he represents the idea of community values. He was a man of in- tegrity and character," said Fra- ser. After enlisting the support of Dopp's family, area lacrosse clubs and local service organiza- tions, Fraser approached Town officials about the project. Whitby's parks and recreation department has been supportive of the proposal from the outset, he noted. Fraser estimates it will take him about three months to make the mould for the statue and then another six to nine months for the bronze, to be cast and treated. This latter process will be done in a foundry. The statue will stand 6 ft. 4 in. tall on a nearly 12-inch thick base when completed. Walkathon for Renascent Renascent Centre in Brooklin will hold a walkathon on Sun- day, June 13, starting at 9 a.m. Among those participating will be CFTO sports reporter Joe Tilley and Whitby deputy-mayor Marcel Brunelle. Anyone is welcome to join in the 6-km. fundraising venture. Pledge sheets are available at the centre. For more information call Trish Burns at 655-8486. Although Fraser prefers that the statue be placed in Grass Park on Baldwin Street (Hwy. 12), the location has yet to be determined. At the request of north ward councillor Don Mitchell, Town staff was directed to report on the matter. Mitchell suggested to council that the Luther Vipond Memorial Arena would be a more suitable setting, but Fraser does not agree. "A person who represents the qualities of community values that Eugene Dopp did is deserv- ing of a site that is permanent, respectful and prominent," said Fraser. "This statue represents much more than lacrosse, it represents the community. In my opinion Grass Park is the most appro- priate place," he said. Since Brooklin is projected te more than double in size in the 'Longest Day of Golf' raises $6,000 About $6,000 was expected to be raised for the Canadian Can- cer Society at 'The Longest Day of Golf' at Thunderbird Golf Club, Ashburn, on June 3. The event was held by North American Van Lines Canada Ltd., and featured a foursome completing 100 holes of golf. The foursome consisted of North American Van Lines vice president of operations Peter Craig, Mackie Moving Systems owner Ivan Orich, CFTO News reporter Bill Hutchison, and Lar Cousins of Positive Iden- tity Sportswear. They collected sponsors before the 100-hole marathon that began at 7 a.m. North American is also now in the second year of their penny- per-mile program that has raised more than $200,000 for the Canadian Cancer Society. ....... Strawberries The Independent Order of -~. T.~ Straberries Oddfellows will hold its annual "-coaio .. -Ion.--nhi y, duPar Decoration Day on Sunday, -June 13 at 2:30 p.m. The event will take place at the Groveside Cemetery in Brooklin. All are welcome to attend. Photocopies, Fax Service, Custom Labels & Decals, Wedding Invitations, Business Cards, Complete Sign Production BROOKLIN BULLETIN Sig4 76 BaldwIn Street, Brooklin Fax 655-3715 Call 655-4434 'Strawberries in Grass Park' will be held in Brooklin on Thursday, June 24, 7 to 9 p.m. The event, at which straw- berry shortcake is served by Brooklin United Church Women (UCW), annually attracts many visitors. There will be entertainmentby the Whitby Brass Band and the Oshawa-Whitby Olde Time Fid- dle Club. Cost is $4 for adults, $2 for those aged 12 and under, free for pre-schoolers. Second helpings are half-price. Tickets are available from any UCW member or call the church office at 655-4141. In the event of rain, the event will be held in the Christian Education building. PUBLIC NOTICE iD DURHAM TRANSPORTATION DURHAM SYSTEM REVIEW REGION • You are cordially invited to participate The Region of Durham in cooperation with the Ministry of Transportation is initiating a comprehensive update of the Regional Transportation Plan. THE DURHAM TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM REVIEW wilI guide urbanization of the Region, complement policies contained in the Region's Officiai Plan and be sensitive to issues respecting the social, natural and economic environment. Furthermore, the study will support the process whereby Regional transportation projects are completed under the Environmental Assessment process. The basic premise of this study is that the established community, environmental groups and other interest group are encouraged to participate early and continually throughout the overall study. YOUR INPUT COUNTS! The first Public Meeting to introduce and review the scope of the Study and to consider study objectives and methodology, will be held at the following time and location. Tuesday, June 22, 1993 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Durham College 2000 Simcoe St. N. 3rd Floor, Classroom C320 Oshawa, Ont. ENQUIRIES ARE WELCOME AT ANY TIME. For your convenience a list of contact names is provided below: Tony Prevedel - Durham Works Department - 668-7721 Harold Dalkie - Durham Planning Department - 728-7731 Doug Allingham - Totten Sims Hubicki Associates (Consultants) - 668-9363 Written comments or submissions can also be made at anytime during the course of the Durham Transportation System Review which is expected to be completed by August 1994. Please contact us at: Durham Transportation System Review Mr. Tony Prevedel Regional Municipality of Durham Works Department, P.O. Box 623 Whitby, Ontario L1 N 6A3 V.A. Silgailis, P. Eng. Commissioner of Works not too distant future, Fraser said steps must be taken to ensure its past be remembered. "It's important we do some- thing to recognize Brooklin's heritage now and secure it for the future," he said. "What better way to preserve this heritage than a statue in the centre of town?" Although the Town was asked to provide a location for the statue, there are no plans to seek municipal financing at this point, Fraser said. "We want to make it a grass roots drive for funding. We'd like to make it possible for everyone to participate and donate, whether one dollar, two dollars, whatever.» A bank account will be opened in Brooklin and held in trust for the project, Fraser said. Those wishing to learn more about the project or to offer assistance can contact Fraser at 655-3107. Plant health to be discussed The Brooklin Horticultural Society will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, June 23 at 8 p.m. at Brooklin United Church. 'Plant Health Care' will be discussed by Kevin Williams, arboriculturist. There will also be a rose show. Refreshments. Lug-a-mug. All are welcome. New members welcomed Brooklin United Church will welcome iiew members to the congregation on Sunday, June 13 durng the 10:30 a.m. service. After the service, a potluck lunch will be served mn the Chris- tian Education building. Donations have been fewer than expected for the 'Share the Roof' project. Committee mem- bers are hoping to raise the other half of the required $12,000 for the roof project, and the appeal for contributions has been reis- sued. Sunday school has ended for the summer and will resume in September. Co-teachers or inter- ested helpers are being sought. Tennis lessons offered Every Thursday, from June 17 to July 15, the Optimist Club of Brooklin will hold an instructional tennis program. The program is available to any individual aged 9 to 15 and able to attend ail five weeks of the program. Both tennis courts at the Brooklin Park will be used, with professional instruction given to one group from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. and a second group from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. The program is limited to 16 participants and only those who are selected will h notified (by June 15). Tennis racquets are te be supplied by participants, while the Optimist Club will provide tennis halls and the professional instructor. A $5 registration fee will he required from those who are accepted. Applications for consideration are available from Brooklin Bulletin Signs, 76 Baldwin St., Brooklin or by calling Bob at 571-1229. DR. 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