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I i Section Two The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, February 15, 1984 5 Celebrated His Fifth Birthday Hi, my name is Johnnie Williams and I celebrated my fifth birthday on January 12, 1984. My big brother Shawn will be eight on March 14, 1984. Helping me celebrate were my brother, my mommy Barb Williams and my grandparents Frank and Kit Smith, also my Aunt Bonnie and Uncle Bob and my cousins Matthew and Cathy Ellis from Oshawa. Happy Birthday, Matthew and to my other cousin Trevor Bannister and Happy 46th Anniversary Grandma and Grandpa Smith, of Bowmanville. @5 m y >P STOP DON'T BUY A CAR UNTIL YOU DRIVE A SUBARU® LOOK AT WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER LISTEN TO WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT US WE'LL SURPRISE YOU! Starting at s 8,295. Rated No. 1 in Owner Satisfaction C & C MOTOR SALES 155 King St. W. OSHAWA 579-6224 } URBO Introduces FLUID > fry j WHEN YOU FILL UP WITH GASOLINE! At any of our locations listed below... The Pumper People Townline Turbo 1402 King St. E. Oshawa Waverley Turbn Wavarlay Et Baseline Bowmanville Village People Jr. Women's Institute News Our first meeting for 1984 was held on the 31st of January and began at the Solina Library. Cindy Ashton gave us a brief rundown on the library including the present executive and board directors. Lorna Ketela, the vice chairperson chairperson of the library, showed us what was available, the hours it is open, and the membership fee. We all took advantage of the meeting and took out several books. The meeting then moved to the home of Larraine Bennett where we conducted our business. Committees were formed to organize, the annual "Spring Mini Conference", and the new year's monthly programs. The nominating committee for our annual election in April was also formed. A lovely lunch prepared prepared by Larraine Bennett and Helen Wotten followed. Just a reminder to all our members. February's meeting meeting is on the 28th at the home of Patsy Fetchison and our topic is "Prescription and Nonprescription Drugs." Baden Powell Sun. on Feb. 19 ENNISKILLEN NEWS Our Community extends sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. Steve Nimigon and family on the death of his father. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Howe had their grandson Ricky from Oshawa for the weekend, Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Piggott visited Mr. and Mrs. John Gorrill, Lindsay on Saturday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Bill Werry and Tim, Janetville were Sunday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Ted Werry and family. Todd Milford, Newtonvilie was a Sunday dinner guest of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Stain- ton and family. Mr. and Mrs. Doug Goodrich, Goodrich, Mississauga were weekend weekend guests of Mrs. Fred Draper. Mrs. Sharon Preece and Jennifer, Oshawa were weekend weekend guests of Mr. and Mrs. Allan Werry. Mr. and Mrs. Godfrey Bowman, Mr. Milton Stainton, Bowmanville were visitors of Mr. and Mrs, Wilfred Bowman. Mr. and Mrs. Allan Werry and Jennifer Preece were Sunday lunch guests of Mr. and Mrs. Wally Griffin. Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Bowman were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Russell Best, Solina, celebrating Dianne Bowman's 6th birthday. A number of our men from the surrounding area attended the dinner at St. Stephen's Church on Saturday. On Sunday, February 12th our worshippers came to church even though it was a very foggy day and very spring like. Maybe we will have an early spring. Pastor Joe spent some time with the children before they retired to the lower level for their classes with their teachers. The senior choir sang a delightful delightful anthem under the direction of their leader and organist Mrs. Ulah Chambers. Mr. Lafave's message was based on "What's Fair's Fair...?" Announcement: I Baden - Powell Sunday will be celebrated celebrated on February 19. The Cubs, Scouts, Brownies, Beavers, Pathfinders and Guides will join us in Enniskillen Enniskillen U.C. for this service. First Enniskillen Brownies, Guides and Pathfinders will be selling cookies very soon in our area. The Mother's Fellowship Group had their annual pot- luck luncheon for the staff and students of North Courtice School. It was enjoyed by everyone once again. At the February meeting, Mrs. Val Wally of Bowmanville Bowmanville spoke to Mother's Fellowship Fellowship about simple first aid procedures. We all felt it was very worthwhile and we would like to follow it up in the future with a more in-depth course. Big Sister-Little Sister Week from February 12 to 18 SISTEll Jean Barnes, a member of the Oshawa-based Big Sisters organization, is shown here with her Little Sister,.Christine Selleck, aged 10. The sign is to remind everyone that we are in the midst of Big Sister Week, with the motto: "Love a Little Sister." The Big Sisters organization has many little little sisters on its waiting list and would be glad to hear from women over age 18 who are interested in giving their time and friendship towards a little sister. There are many ways to describe a Big Sister. She may help her little sister with hobbies, take her to a circus, go for walks, or just talk.. So the word "friend" is likely the best summary of what Big Sisters are and what they do. One example of that friendship is Jean Barnes and Christine Selleck, both from Bowmanville. They have been Big Sister and Little Sister for close to two years and both speak enthusiastically about the experience. Ten-year-old Christine says the thing she likes best about having a big sister is going places, baking, and getting occasional help with her homework. ■ "I think it's dpne.her .a lot of good," says Christine's mother, Judy Selleck, who adds that as a parent she has never felt threatened by the fact that her child has a Big Sister. Jean Barnes, a production production control manager at Dennison Dennison Manufacturing, explains explains that she became part of the organization after she saw a notice about Big Sisters Sisters being needed and decided decided that since she had some spare time to give to the program, she would apply. Together, Jean and Christine Christine have gone on outings to the library, ballet, a circus, and the theatre. Sometimes, Jean's husband, Frank goes along too. Of course, going to special events is not the main objective. objective. They spend time just visiting back and forth, cooking, working on a scrapbook or attending parties parties and other events arranged arranged by the Big Sister organization organization for the entire group of Big and Little Sisters Sisters in the Durham Region. Christine met Mrs. Barnes' cousin, from England England through her Big Sister and now has a pen pal with whom she corresponds regularly. regularly. Carol Rhodes, co-ordinator co-ordinator of Big Sisters, explained that the group began in Oshawa in 1972. A1- thouh it has retained the name Big Sisters of Oshawa, the program includes residents residents from Whitby and the Town of Newcastle. Big Sisters Sisters is a United Way agency. The group is using Big Sisters Sisters Week, from February 12 to 18 to help the general public learn more about the organization. "I don't think the community is aware that the service is available," available," said Carol Rhodes. Big Sisters will be operating operating an information booth at the Bowmanville Mall this Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday in an effort to see if the organization can be come better known to potential potential big and little sisters in the Town of Newcastle. And with 10 Little Sisters on the waiting list, there's room for many more women above age 18 who are interested interested in giving their time and friendship. The co-ordinator explained that there are some similarities between Big Sisters and Big Brothers but the organizations organizations are completely separate. separate. And in many respects, the two groups are quite different. different. As with Big Brothers, the adult volunteers are not expected expected to take the role of parents and they are not required required to serve as professional professional counsellors. Only friendship on a one-to-one basis is the final objective. While Big Brothers is de signed for homes in which a male parent is lacking, Big Sisters work with a variety of family situations. Some families may be led by single parents, while others may have both parents. Some Little Sisters are not living with either parent but are being raised by relatives. relatives. A Big Sister candidate first attends a group orientation orientation and training program where their role is ■ explained in detail. The organization requires requires candidates to submit three character references and to allow the police to check their backgrounds. A • doctor's referral is also requested. requested. Finally, the Big Sister goes through two interviews interviews before waiting for a match. In selecting a Little Sister, Sister, matters such as personalities, personalities, hobbies and interests, interests, and the general needs of the child are all considered. Carol Rhodes explained that the Big Sisters are of all age groups and backgrounds. backgrounds. They are asked to spend three to four hours per week with their Little Sister. However, activities need not be ones which require require expense. "The emphasis emphasis is on the one-to-one personal relationship," she said. As with all friendships, there are changes over the years. But some local Big Sister and Little Sister matches are into their seventh year. 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