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The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanvillc, May 4. 1988 Sprlion Two Youngsters Planning Exchange Trip with Quebec Friends These grade six Ontario Street Public School students students are gearing up for a six day exchange with a twin school in Chicoutimi, Quebec as part of a cultural cultural exchange. The Quebec twins will be returning to Bowmanville for the same length of time. The stu- üiiii Blizabethville News On Saturday evening, the Pino Crest Lanes hold their Wednesday evening bowl- annual banquet at the Mn- ing teams, that play at the sonic Lodge. Several from NOW OPEN TO THE PUBLIC OUR NEW EXOTIC BIRD SHOWROOM. CROZIERS HAS ALL THE SUPPLIES: • Cages • Toys • Feed •. 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A contest was enjoyed by all and won by Elizabeth Burton, Christy Peacock and ■ Sandra Stothart. Stothart. After the gifts were opened a buffet of salad's, meats, and pickles was served with buns. Cherry cheese cake ancTfruits was IMM NATIONAL -- TRUST The most difficult thing will be remembering all its benefits. Our new Tbtal Life Card is unlike any other card you've heard of. Starting May 9, you'll find benefits so comprehensive, this ad isn't big enough to list all 59 of them. Here are just a few: - Get instant cash at any money machine across Canada displayin'; the Interac® or Circuit® logo $# with no transaction fees. - Savings at major retail establishments. - Discounts on leading hotels and car rentals. Until June 30, 1988, you'll CUTDOWN THE COSTOF BORROWING BY SETTING TOUR OWN LOAN RATE*! 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Mr. Cureatz (who is holding the flag at left) came to wish teacher Jean Marchand and his class a "bon voyage". the dessert served. Everyone enjoyed this supper. Church service were held as usual. Not as good a crowd as usual. Reverend Sedgwick spoke on "One Shepherd"; one flock." Scriptures Scriptures from John 10: 11-18 and 1 John 3: 18-24 were read. His story to the children children was questions as usual. Naming the different religious religious churches in the area and- then telling them Jesus's- church was only one church not many. In his sermon he told about flocks of sheep, and when one was lost tne shepherd didn't worry about it but Jesus looked for the lost sheep as well as the sheep that were not in his flock. Next Sunday being Welcome anniversary at 10.30 there will be no service at Garden Hill. Mrs. Murray and Mrs. Scott took up the offering and the choir sang an anthem. Mr. Peacock was at the door and coffee was served as usual. The W. I. will be at the library library on May 3rd, Tuesday. Mrs. Doris Gunby and Andrew Andrew were at Mrs. Beatty's for the week-end.Doris and Andrew celebrated birthdays birthdays on Saturday at their mother's and the cousins were with Andrew. In the evening the adults came for cake and ice cream. Last Saturday, Mr. and Mrs. C. Mercer had tea with Mrs. Olive Little, Bowmanville. Bowmanville. Mrs. Nettie Savory was also there, arid they played cards. - Mr. Stan Minnis, Whitby spent Sunday with Mr. ana Mrs. C. Mercer. Mrs. Glenda Crombie was also at Mercer's Sunday. Mrs. Evelyn Burton and Jonathon attended the play put on at Dr. Power's school where Evelyn teaches after- Big Sisters of Newcastle, Oshawa and Whitby needs volunteer Big Sisters to be a special friend for over 25 young girls and boys on the waiting list. Won't you help by giving of yourself. The enjoyments, rewards, and challenges are many. Special friends are sometimes sometimes hard to come by, but Marie is lucky enough to have such a friend. As a Big Sister to 15-year-old Susan for five years, their relationship relationship has blossomed into a strong friendship. "It has been such a thrill watching Susan grow into a wonderful wonderful young woman," says Marie. Marie. "I have no regrets about becoming a Big Sister, but it is a definite commitment." Susan's father died when she was 10 and Mom and Susan began to pick up their lives again. Mom continued to provide a warm, close relationship, relationship, but Susan began to withdraw. She had difficulty difficulty making friends and her marks in school were falling. When Susan began to call in at the school nurse's office for no apparent reason, Mom recognized Susan was asking for something. She called Big Sisters. "Today's world can be a confusing place for many young people," says Carol Rhodes, Executive Director of Big Sisters of Newcastle, Oshawa, and Whitby. "There are many changes in today's society that can cause feelings feelings of insecurity and alienation." alienation." "The primary focus of Big Sisters, she continues, "is to provide the opportuni- according to common interests interests and experiences. A true friendship grows slowly and therefore potential Big Sisters Sisters are asked to commit themselves for at least a year. Staff are always available available for guidance and support support for the Big and Little Sistor/Buddy ana the family. Many social and educational educational group activities are planned for all the matches, such as pot luck suppers, car rallies and self-improvement workshops. "But, the one-to- one relationship is stressed," says Carol. "The most simple moments turn out to be the most special - baking cookies, cookies, visiting the horses at a farm or just gong for a walk in the spring rain. The funding for Big Sisters Sisters of Newcastle, Oshawa, and Whitby comes from The United Way. Big Sisters are mature women of good character who volunteer to help a young, person who needs her through a friend-to-friend relationship. That is why this organization is special, very special! If you would be interested in becoming a Big Sister Volunteer Volunteer with our agency lease call Big Sisters of ewcastle, Oshawa, Whitby 387 Simcoe St. S., Oshawa, Ontario. L1H4J2. Phone: 436-0951. FRIENDSHIP IS THE ANSWER! WON'T YOU SHARE IT?! Pi N. Pictured above are the Swimmers who went to the Provincial Team Championships Championships held the weekend of April 15th in St. Catharines. These swimmers age from 8 to 20 years old, from left to right (bottom row) Greg Wells, Jason Shephard, Stephanie Maxwell, Tracy Arnott, Stacey Rout; (middle row) Yolanda Jones, Mike James, Jason Murray, Jeremy O'Neill-Kizoff, Kim Cox, Adam Bradley, Shannon Mack; (top) Lindsey Mack, Luke Sagur and Head Coach Gord Maxwell. Our two year old club placed 13th out of 34 teams, with over 700 swimmers attending the meet. Any swimmers considering Competitive Swimming can try out a couple of lengths or inquire at our Esso Swim with Gord Maxwell in the Newcastle Fitness Centre, from 5 -- 6 p.m. over the next 4 Fridays or call Bob Mack 623-9365. Our Club is open to anyone up to age 20 and has completed Red Cross Maroon level. It's.a great sport -- Give it a try! ty for optimum growth and development through friendship and support of a mature woman to a young person in need. Everyone needs someone whom they can trust, confide in and just be there for them." This type of special contact contact has made all the difference difference for Susan. "She is a lot different now," says her mother, Barbara. "She participates participates more in outside activities, activities, her marks in school have improved and she has more direction." "There is no typical Little Sister" says Carol. "Little Sisters Sisters come from all backgrounds backgrounds and have different needs." They are girls between between the ages of 7 and 17 and come from one-parent, mother-or fatherJed, or two:, parent families, arid ofriiariy, economic miaris'.r^V^i. > .What Little Sisters havein.. common is that they are usually usually lacking in self confidence confidence and nave a poor self esteem. As a consequence they may be shy ana withdrawn. withdrawn. "Often a girl needs someone from the outside to help her make choices," Carol Carol says. "Someone she doesn't feel threatened by - not' necessarily a figure of authority but someone who offers friendship and will accept accept her for wno she is, not someone she should be or will be." A consistent and caring volunteer Big Sister who is involved with the child for personal 'commitment 'commitment and interest rather than a paid service, can have an enormous influence on a girl's life. "And," Carol continues, continues, "the Big Sister is not a threat to the mother or the father. Everyone can happi-, ly work together to see tnat„ the Little Sister/Buddy develops develops to their fullest potential; potential; Big Sisters not only needs volunteers for young girls but also young boys ages 7- 10. The Little Buddies program program offers a positive female female relationship to young boys who may be growing up in a home without their mother, or who are experiencing experiencing difficulties with their relationship with their mother mother or other women. Little Sisters and Buddies are often referred by parents, parents, social agencies, public health nurses, doctors or schools. After careful screening, a Big and Little Sister/Buddy are matched noons, on Friday. Mrs. Mae Muldrew had lunch on Sunday with Walter Walter and Eva Longyear. . Mrs. Shirley McIntosh took Mae to the concert put on by the Rainbow girls at Masonic Temple in the afternoon. afternoon. Sympathies are extended to relatives and friends in the death of Robert Waddell who will be buried on Tuesday. Tuesday. The service will be at Garden Hill church at 11 a.m. Mrs. Beryl De Koker spent Saturday afternoon with Thickson's. Her class that won the Academic decathlon decathlon are invited to the Generals luncheon on Tuesday Tuesday and will compete in Edmonton Edmonton Thursday till Sunday. Sunday. There are six in the class, three spares and two leaders going. We are pleased to report that our pianists Linda and Mark Stants have competed again this year. Linda won four second prizes and one third, Mark won honorable mention and a plaque. He found it harder as he nos just turned cloven which puts him in the older class. Mother's Day Sneak down to the Centre, before May 8th, and pick up a gift that'll make Mom's Day. Chocolates, flowers, the latest clothes for spring and Mother's Day cards that'll put a smile on her face. The Centre, the perfect place to find the perfect gift... but remember, Mom's the word. The Centre fcr Mom. (XSHAWA iCKNTKK! 1 *4 1 The Centre for Me. i \ \\ i