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~' L~ J~I1~I BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO, JUNE 7, 1978 SECTION TWO £1L The ambitious Arts and Crafts show at Manvers new Arena iast weekend uncovered a host of hidden Members of thé committee organizing the event have worked hard, and ion g for months spreading talent during its two-day run. But, from ail reports, it did more than that, it brought the entire township the word and encouraging citizens to corne forward and participate. Co-chairladies were Mrs. Maureen together as a unit instead of individual communities because there were entries from every corner. In Preston and Mrs. Mary Ashbury (at mike inset) but others on the committee also played an essentia this photo' hobbiest, Ron King of R. R. 1, Janetviile,, displays some of his works of taxidermy that he role. At the opening ceremonies, several local dign~ispasdteognzr rterefr n has been working on since 1952. inenuity. They were, from left to right, Reeve.George Neals, Allan Lawrence MP and John Eakins Only a few of the entries are included on this page. Paul Wiliams of Bethany had a large display of macrame, leather textiles and woven Pieces that attracted considerable attention from the visitors, many of whorn attended the function both days to see the demonstrations, the puppet show and to hear Sylvia Tyson sing. Manvers obviously has an abundance of fine artists inciuding L)arcy Proctor -of Pontypool, who arrived complete with kilt and who had a large display. Another artist Elena Laird of Bethany included several superb paintings -in ber display. And- they don't corne 'cheap in Manvers. The painting,- of the boys swimming, at Mr. Proctor 's right shouider had a price tag of $600. Sharon Carew of Millbrook brought aloni her son Bradley 'who enjoyed watching the crowd as his mother talked to people about hier ilamps, needlework and decorated cushions that were displayed in a booth in the central portion of the arena's former ice surface. One of the entries that drew considerable approval frorn visitors was this six horse team and wagon entered by 66-year-old Bruce Smnith of Bethany. It was carved frorn cedar, a painstaking and time-consuming hobby that surprised manv of his friends and acquaintances who had no, idea he did uch fine work. He wouldn't guess the number of man hours it took, he just enijoyed doing it. Allison Scott of R. R.1 Janetville, was part of a large demonstration and, display that included this- spinning wheel and severai others, including a walking wheel operated by her sister Peggy. The Scott farnily is big in sheep and Mrs. Shirley Scott spent muchý of her time showing how wool is spun. She was aiso responsible for the simulated birch tree decorations. Even Mrs. Allan Lawrence got into the act on Sunday, spinning hair that was combed on the spot froni a dog. Hooked rugs in ail sizes and colors filled a large corner booth and Mrs. Ross Kerr of Bethany is shown here, discussing her work with a gest. Later, on Saturday, Lewis McGili, longtirne resident of the township andgformer veteran member of council, dernonstrated sheep shearing and was presentedwith a special plaque. There was also a birthday cake and the crowd sang 'Happy Birthday' because he was marking his 78th birthday.