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Orono Weekly Times, 19 Apr 1995, p. 11

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* W~IP7 I IffiO~ W*W~~OInJ, APiIi 1~Ê 1~9O ~ Il Seeks sponsors to attend convention Tanya Ferguson, R.R. 1 Orono, a fiftee *n year old Clarke High School student in grade ten bas bopes of attending a modeling convention being held in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. this summer. During the winter Tanya works as a receptionist at the Oshawa Ski school and during tbe summer site said site continues with ber education in order that she could graduate from high school a year earlier. She states that she bas been scouted by three different The ChildrenWs Aid Society of Northumberland is celebrating itfs 100 Anniversary this year. Their logo is "1895-1995 = 100 Years of Caring". There bave been hundreds ofýfoster parents over the years wbo have opened their doors to children in Northumberland County. Although tbe number of their foster home placements are down, compared to a few years ago, tbey still need a roster of about 45 foster homes to service tbe needs of the chiltiren in this county. They need homes in different parts of the county -because of family access requirements and the location of childrens schools. They arc offering a six week, (one night a week) training for prospective foster parents. Participation in the training dots not obligate you to become foster, parents. A mutual selection process belps you to decide if this is appropriate for you and your family. If you are interested or would like more information please cali Northumberland C.A.S. (905) 372-1821. Congratulations and best wisbes go out to Reverend David Black and bis lovely wife Lorraine as tbey celebrate their Anniversary. Reverend Black is the pastor of the United Church in Newtonville. modeling agencies and now is ini training at Harlow Modeling school and will complete the course this summer with the opportunity to attend the modeling convention in Atlanta. She states this would be a wonderful opportunityfor ber ini competition and ini learning more about the profession. Tanya points to a cost of $2000.00 to attend the convention and it luas been suggested to ber tbat sbe seek sponsors to assist with this cost. If you have any news that you tbink would be of interest to this column you may contact me afler 4 r.m. at 786-2228. ALASKA FOR 1995 Look at a map and you wiII discover there are no roads between many of Aîaska's most fascinating towns. The sea is Alaskas main highway and a cruise puts is spectacular fjords and sparkling glaciers, amazing wildlife and historîc ports right at your feet. IV's a land where giant glaciers decent f rom remote. icy heights f0 the sea, spawning icebergs before your eyes, where eagles soar and the word is still young, spirits are f ree and folks are friendly. Where, as the panorama of the Inside Passage unfoîds you wiII be awestruck by MSportexadeteimt menu for May and Ags events The entertainment menu on the -700i acres of land at Mosport north of Orono is becoming more than just auto racing. It ail started last year on the Trans Arn May week-end when music and camping was added to the opportunities for those attending. SMosport is picking up on the menu for the 1995 season and especially for the May 19-22 event by the Toronto Star/Wheels and CISS-FM and the August special. The May event includes a seven-race week-end headlined by the Trans-Am championship, with a full day of motorcycles plus activity on the stock car track. It is country music for die May event featuring Patricia Conroy and One Horse Blue on Saturday and Sunday evenings. The August 11-13 weekend features the Exxon World Sports Cars/Supreme GT of the International Motor Sports Association plus the Ferrari Challenge and a full program of supporting racing. As to the music portion of the menu rock music is being added. 1Camping is another feature being added on the two week- ends. It has been reported that the camping cost on'the May week-end will be cheaper than that at provincial parks. The costs are in line to met the budgets of tbe family attending. It also has been reported that froni late April through to October racing of a wide variety will just about fill every week-end with an activity. It does appear that there is a new emphasis in racing with a mix of other entertainment and that Mosport is picking up on the idea. It bas been stated that they were well pleased with the May event ini 1994 when music and camping was available and the event drew one of the larger crowds of recent years. the immense vistas and Iofty mountains. A once in a Iffe time experience. Cruise and tour schedules are varied once again according to your vacation lime and budget. Many include passage by ship, bus and rail, as weil as flight arrangements. Now is a wonderful time to book as most companies are still offering special prices until the end of the month. However keep in mind that this is not a LAST MINUTE OPTION, as most ships selI out well in advanoe. Isnt i time for you to embark on your Aaska adventure? Remember when you think of Travel, Think of BLESSINGS TR-AVEL CENTRE Vans tone Mill 623-0005 Spring Registration at the YWCA The Oshawa YWCA began registration for their Spring Programs and will continue to April 13. You may register in person, by telephone or by mail. Most classes start the week of the l8th. For more information please contact the Oshawa office at 723-9922 or the Bowmanville office at 623-9922. COMPLETE CAR & TRUCK REPAIRS DIESEL ENGINES - CUMMINS, DETROIT & CAT RADIO DISPATCHED TOW TRUCKS MOBILE MECHANICAL SERVICE TRUCK R.R. 1, ORONO, ONTARIO 4 MILES NORTH 0F 401 LOB iMO ON HWY. 115 &35 PHONE (905) 983-9151 TUK&AU -ÉAIRSM. THE CATERING CONNECTION Vb SOCIAL CATERERS Our Speciality FamiIy Style Roast Beet Dînner Weddings Anniversaries - Business Functions Hockey Basebal - Bowling Banquets 11HOT - COU) - BUFFE-TS FRED, PATRICIA, RODNEY STORSBERGEN Box 416, Orono, Ont. LOB IMO 983-9679 L.N Northcutt EliBott h'EFuneral Home THOUGHTFULNESS, SERVICE & CONCERN A Family Owned Business, Offering:, Traditional Funeral Services Prearranged & Prepaid Services - Cremation Arrangements Alternatives»t Traditional Funerais, - Out of Town Sbipping Cory Kuipers - President 53 Division Street Bowmanville, Ontario LiC 2Z '623-5668 OFF STREET PARKING Trc&vel Talk with Elizabeth Belanger-Linkietter CTC GANARASKA LEATHERCRAFT Phone ahead or by chance 8335 Hwy. 35/115, Orene LOB 1 MO (905)>983-9540 ç~Ii\WILDWOOD LT PARADIGM TRAVEL Your local Travel Consultant for the Durham Region Minnie Kaldeway Offers a wide range of personalized service atyxQx home or office. Business, Corporate & Personal Travel featuring " Domestic & International Air Travel - Hotels/Car RentaIs " AIl Inclusive Resorts - Cruises " Last Minute Seli Offs - Ski/Golf Packages " Group Packages- Travel Insurance Fax 905-983-5916 or cail Toîl Free: 1-800-563-811il Ext. 411 Ont. Reg. No. 4244372 «Mà

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