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Section Two The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, July 18,1984 Dozens of Children Enjoy Polka Dot Door Show •s » <V.' ■ ; v ' • • , !• -« .. ■ ■ ' r r"\%£] " - 'sjfe* '*•' "Td- e'O ■ - -- ?. ' •••; v -Tîi * ,y? Musician Kevin Knelman provided the familiar background music for last week's production of Polka Dot Door Live. Ontario's culture and heritage was the theme of an outdoor concert offered by The Polka Dot Door at the Bowmanville Library on Friday, July 13. All of the familiar characters, characters, including Humpty, Dumpty, Marigold, Bear, and Polkaroo were on hand for the bicentennial performance. performance. As one of America's oldest oldest and most successful children's shows, Polka Dot Door holds the attention of a large audience by following following the philosophy that chil dren learn through play. Creativity, imagination, and curiosity are fostered by Polka Dot Door episodes such as the one performed last week in Bowmanville. Active participation of the children was encouraged encouraged by hosts Cindy Cook Hosts Gerry Mendicino and Cindy Cook provided most of the entertainment entertainment for the 45-minute show. The program followed the Polka Dot Door philosophy of encouraging children to learn through play. In the above scene, Gerry portrays a next-door neighbour who is constantly borrowing items to bake a chocolate cake. and Gerry Mendicino dur- And youngsters left the and achievements. . ing the 45-minute présenta- show not only entertained The Polka Dot Door Live Of course, any pre-schooler will tell you that Polkaroo is the favorite tion. but also better informed of is part of Ontario's Bicen- among a cast of characters which includes Humpty, Dumpty, Marigold, Bear, Ontario's heritage, culture, tennial Showcase Tour. and others. Here, Polkaroo meets some new friends in Bowmanville. The Polka Dot Door's numerous fans were out shows just part of the crowd which enjoyed the in force on Friday, July 13, for a live bicentennial outdoor show, concert at the Bowmanville Library. This photo 111 We're Taking a Break! We will be closing for staff , holidays beginning July 29th. We'll be open again on Tuesday, August 7fh. Let us do all your Hnme Baking Delicious Cakes ■ Pies - Breads - Pastries Carter's Bakery 21 King Street East Telephone 623-5855 Our products are baked fresh every day on the premises. lr«hr«miKh "Dependable" Exterior Super White SALE NOW $■< 095 ONLY I w 4 litre (SAVE $5.00 - $10.00) A super buy on a restricted quantity basis. Choose from alkyd gloss or latex acrylic flat. Available in super white only. WOOD STAINS $0.47 From O 4 litre 5lt?0t stow* SMNGS! TRY OUR VARATHANE RUST PAINT FOR BETTER RUST PROTECTION Finishes - TEX SATIN FINISH ENA*, TRY OUR POPULAR MOORTONE PAINTS! $1 C-99 ONLY I 0 4 litre * CHOOSE FROM THREE FINISHES * SUITED TO EVERY ROOM IN THE HOUSE * CHOOSE FROM OVER 1000 COLORS MOORWOOD STAINS $18 95 FROM 4 litre 51PEWMK 5?£(ift£$! WALLPAPER REMNANTS CHEAP! ASSORTED PAINTS and STAINS AT HALF PRICE OR BETTER! SEE OUR IN-STORE WALLPAPER SPECIALS INTRODUCING DEPENDABLE PAINT and VARNISH REMOVER Reg. $6.50 *4.99 litre 30% OFF GOOD QUALITY BRISTLE BRUSHES 2" NOW ONLY $2.19 3" NOW ONLY $4.19 ODD ROLLS OF WALLPAPER ONLY 880 iwiup i Authorized Dealer .MooreA, PAINTS WSA ABERNETHY'S Paint and Wallpaper Free Parking at Rear Enter Off Queen St. 55 King St. W. Call 623-5431 Mon. to Thurs. 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Friday 8 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. ill $ ici-:*. BOWMAN! ■MINIM 11 MG; i.L ia