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"A Family Tradition for 131 Years" PORT PERRY STAR - Tuesday, September 30, 1997 - 31 D> URAL S(O) EU BN SJ IRIE ERC Y DV < Roots During the Ploughing Match Week, Stuart and Helen Dorrell hosted a number of guests. They were Margaret and Jack Tuft of Souris, Manitoba, Darcy and Laura Dorrell, Brittany and Bryan of Charlton, and Laura's parents, Paulette and Len Ledyit of Sault St. Marie, Annie Dorrell of New Liskeard, and Doug and Norma Edwards of Englehart Larry Hoskin of Lake Louise, Alberta spent several days visiting his mother and other relatives and friends. Eldon Fee celebrated a special birthday last week. Jean had sev- eral in for the evening to celebrate the happy occasion. On Friday evening, the annual iculture Appreciation evening hosted by the Scugog Chamber of Commerce was held at Blackstock Rec. Centre with a delicious dinner. The winner of the annual Scholarship was Scott Nesbitt. On Thursday evening a recep- tion was held in honor of the Bronze Award winners of hits of Edinb program at the Scugog ChE brag Mayor Howard Hall welcomed the large crowd of family and friends after which leader Shirley Turner outlined the program. She also thanked her co- leader Jessie Gunter for her assis- tance over the years. Certificates were presented to the achievers as follows: Rachel Bergerson, Amanda Bradburn, Sara Brown, Gayle Dingman, Jada Maclead, Alex . McLaughlin, Carla'McLaughlin, Monica Mason, Randi-Lea Micklewright, Adam Oppers and Cameron Vernest. After closing remarks by Mayor Hall, a lovely reception was enjoyed along with much visiting and pic- ture taking. Advance notice for the Cartwright High School Senior Band Christmas Craft Sale which will be held on'Nov. 30 at the Rec. Centre. Vendors are invited to con- _-- Blackstock tact either Lorraine at 986-4608 or Anna at 986-5105. Two further names to the list of young people attending post sec- ondary colleges - Jason Merton is at Humber College studying first year Culinary Management, Nathan Adams is in first year studying Graphic Design Production at Canadore College in North Bay. Many of us are concerned about problems we see in dangerous driving practices - speeding, not Congrats to Scott Nesbitt on his scholarship observing stop signs, etc. Do plan to attend the open Road Watch meeting to be held this Wednesday evening at the Municipal Office in Port Perry. This is another com- munity program which needs the support of all citizens, There were 15 tables at the Tuesday evening card party with the following winners: Joan Sutcliffe, Velma Johnston, Harry Hill, Marg Finnie, Reid Harness, Vivian Kydd and Pearl Moore. Draws were won by Vivian Kydd, Mary Cannon, May Shortridge, Gary Notenboom, Joan Sutcliffe and Edna Manns. Gerald and Joyce Kelly hosted a family gathering at their farm home in connection with the annual Bobcaygeon Fair. Those present were Gerald's sisters Elaine Kelly, Barbara and Bryan Park of Marmora, his brother Gordon and Gail Kerry of Owen Sound, daugh- ters Elizabeth and Peter Peeters, Courtney, and her friend Ashley, Kathryn and Graham of Omemee and Elaine Kelly of Kitchener. On Sunday evening a large number of women of the United Church enjoyed a time of fun, food and fellowship in celebration of 35 years of the UCW. A delicious pot luck supper was followed by a won- derful program with much visiting. Several former members from out of town attended this special event. I am sure there will be a complete report later. Fifteen local youths attended a Blackstock United Church retreat in Algonquin Park on the weekend. The fall colors were bright and the enthusiasm high, the youth hiked and canoed under the guidance of the leaders Sandy and John Churchill, Pauline Langmaid, Ian Martyn, John Scott and Janet Van Camp. What beautiful weather fo this event, There will be a special congre- gational meeting for the Blackstock United Church on Oct. 5 at 2 p.m. Hope everyone is Have you noticed: Fall is here in all its glory. I hope you are all enjoy- ing the beautiful colors that have arisen all around us. Beauty at its best. This Sunday, Oct. 5 is Worldwide Communion and the local pastoral charge will share communion togetherin a joint service of worship at Goodwood United Church. At 9:30 a.m. Laura Scarborough will preside at the piano for a half hour of song which will be followed by worship service at 10 a.m. The choirs of Goodwood and Epsom- Utica will present special music. Pot luck meal will follow. Mark your calendars for a beef supper on Oct. 17 in Utica Hall which will.be sponsored by the United Church Board. More details will follow in the weeks to come, This Friday, Oct. 3 is the 99th birthday of a very special Utica lady. Birthday wishes go to Mrs. Katherine Crosier who is presently residing in Port Perry Villa. Drop in for a visit or a telephone call to 985-0244, would likely make her day a little brighter. I understand that the * Celebration of the Arts Studio tour was very successful this year. A large increase in visitors was noted. Lynne Mcllvride Evans participat- ed in the studio tour. Congratulations Lynne on being chosen a prize winner for your mixed-media painting "Living Creature Nest." enjoying all the fall colors Epsom Barbara and Ross Evans visited recently with Ross's sister Mildred Evans. i ] * Congratulations to Dorothy and John Simpson on the occasion of their 50th wedding anniversary recently. Everyone enjoyed a The Fidelas Unit of the U.C.W. will meet at the church on Wednesday, Oct. 1 for Fred good barbeque the mayor of Scugog. Phoenix attended a wedding in Kitchener and Iva Melba McKay hosted Bethesda- Reach Women's Institute meeting last week. Joan Fielden, Durham Farm Fresh, spoke to the group describing how the organization has helped to enhance and make awareness of the agriculture indus- try in Durham Region. It was inter- esting to note that the urban con- sumers would travel west and south but not east and north to find farm fresh fruits and vegeta- bles. Promotion pays off. If you haven't got your ticket on the John Deere snowblower, please . do. It is a fundraiser project for Durham Farm and Family Resources. Call Elaine 852-9554 or Beth 852-3827. Visiting with Paul and Shirley new Baster are their daughter Julie and friend Paul from B.C. Hall board members please note - next meeting is on Tuesday, Oct. 7 at 7:30 p.m. There will be a Pampered Chef's Party on Thursday, Oct. 16 at 7:30 p.m. in Epsom Church. Anyone who loves to cook is welcome. Come and bring your friends and there is no admission charge. Contact 985- 4760 if interested. A call was put out a few weeks ago that a stove was needed for the Epsom Church and I'm pleased to say that a donation from Wayne Taylor of Port Perry has provided us with a stove that fills the bill. Thanks Wayne. There shouldn't be any burned food now. Sam Post marks his 90th Last Sunday at Burns Church the several from Ashburn attended the 90th birth- their Thanksgiving meeting at 1:30 p.m. The Evening Unit will meet on Oct. 1 at 8 p.m. | Murray and Shirley Lee have returned home after a week vacation at a resort near Bracebridge. The Greenbank Public School held a successful barbecue and curriculum night last week serving more than 200 people. Thanks to all the cooks and helpers. Young and Jinny Chang who owned Greenbank store for nine years, recently sold the store to Steve and Shrom Kang. The Kang family came from Seoul Korea one and a half years ago. Jinny and Young will stay in Greenbank to operate the restaurant and gas bar. Welcome and good luck to the Kangs. Jim and Judy Gibson have just returned from a three week holiday at the East Coast. Members and visi- tors of the Women's Institute met on Wednesday at.the home of Muriel Gibson. The guest speaker was Doug Moffatt, candidate for last weekend and trav- elled around going to Dresdan to visit Gerry Davis. The Silent Auction is this Friday evening, Oct. 3 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. There is no admission, so come out and have a good time. Sounds like fun. Sponsored by the Evening Unit of the U.C.W. Doris and Harry Hill attended the Wray fam- ily get-together on Sunday at the home of Gertie and Fred Tabor . in Brooklin. Saturday was a beau- tiful day for the Somerville farm sale. The girls of the U.C.W. had a busy day serving lunch. Presbyterian Book of Praise was dedicated at morning worship. During the service the old hymn books were gathered up in the pews, and replaced by the new edition. This .dedication was at the beginning of the service, so as the new hymn book could be used throughout the service. . Next Sunday, being - World Wide Communion the Lord's Supper will be celebrated at 10 a.m. On Oct. 12 we will celebrate Thanksgiving and the 148th anniversary of Burns congregation. The guests er on this occa- sion will be the Rev. Harry Waite, the Synod Supt. of Missions. Hour of worship is 10 a.m. . This Saturday, Oct. 4 the Kirk Guild are spon- soring a yard sale and Ashburn by oy a Ei bake sale on the church lawn. The church will be open Friday, Oct. 3 from 2 to 8 p.m. to receive any donations. The women of Mt. Zion Church invite the women from Burns Church to join them at their fall after- noon meeting - on Wednesday, Oct. 8 at 1:30 p.m. Ron and Pat Ashton enjoyed the weekend in the Point Pelee area. Last Sunday afternoon, day open house in honor of Mr. Sam Post which was held at the Seniors Centre, Whitby. Many friends and relatives gath- ered together to wish him well on this happy occa- sion. Mr. Post is Betty Emm's father. Euchre results are as follows: eight tables were layed at the euchre party ast Thursday night. Ladies first - Ellen Gibson, second - Phyllis Cook. Men's first - Noreen Hill 'and second Mary Housego. Lone hands: Alice Greig and Doreen Lee. 50/50 draw Jean Johnston and Lloyd Smith. Door prize winners: Lorne Crawford and Margaret Gall. Next euchre is scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 9 at 8 p.m. at the Ashburn Community Centre.