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i The Canadian Statesman. Bowmanvillc. December 23, 1987 3 Happy First Birthday As I sit at my desk pondering pondering the pros and cons of rushing out on the weekend to bity a real tree for my apartment, it slowly dawns on me that the "Big Day" is only one week away. I really shouldn't be so surprised. After all, this whole year has flown by so quickly. Last week marked my eighth month of employment with The Canadian Stateman. It now feels like so much longer than that. This year is my first Christmas on my own. Well, not exactly on my own. I do have a large assortment assortment of stuffed creatures creatures to keep me comfortable, comfortable, and all of my family and friends are only a phone call, or a car ride away. Still, this year I've had to get into the Christmas spirit pretty much all on my own. It really hasn't been hard. The many (and I do mean many) Christmas concerts, plays, and carol sings that I attended attended in the course of my journalistic duty helped to get my seasonal seasonal good wishes well underway. Late night drives to and from business business and pleasure allowed allowed me to enjoy the many lovely lights and Christmas decorations throughout town. My hat is off to the homes on Old Scugog Road. Your wonderfully wonderfully colourful properties properties have given my several several late night runs an added lift. Yet, the really special part of Christmas is going home. Did I really say that? It seems I've fought for years to get out on my own and now I can't wait to get back there. But families are what Christmas is all about. « By the time I get home for turkey and my Dad's stuffing, the tree will be decorated and the pile of presents starting to form beneath it. The two furry feline creatures, affectionately affectionately called Simba and Ttipaz (their unaf- fectionate names aren't fit for publication), that haunt my parents' home will already have started grabbing tinsel and chewing parcels. The madness of trying to co- ordinate children and spouses and a new grandchild will fill the air, along with the panicked unspoken thoughts of "Will Mom remember where she put all the presents?" I can hardly wait. I made a pact with myself myself after last year's last minute trips to half a million stores in search of several gifts, that I wouldn't do that same thing this year. I'm happy to say that it won't be necessary. My presents presents have been bought and wrapped for weeks (except for one or two little little things) and I couldn't be prouder of myself. I stopped by the Toronto Toronto Eaton's Centre last week to visit my cousin. It made me appreciate having completed my shopping in good time. As I stood surrounded my the massive crowds I was temporarily unable to move. It was only after Jennifer grabbed my hand and led me to relative relative safety on the escalator escalator that my real Christmas beliefs set in. It doesn't matter that I shopped ahead of time. It doesn't matter if I remembered remembered everyone I was supposed to. It doesn't even matter if I get a tree or not. What matters most is that I am alive and well and so thankful for things I can never put a price tag on. This year may have flown by quickly, but it has also brought me many happy and rewarding times. It is simply unfortunate that, not everyone looks back with the same feelings. feelings. To one and all I say: "God bless, I hope Santa is generous and best wishes for the holiday season and the coming year." Sea Cadet Happenings by Don Scott The annual Ships Company Company dinner was held at St. Paul's United Church on December December 5, 1987. The 25 cadets cadets along with parents and friends were welcomed by Ron Cooke, M. C. for the evening. Head table guests were piped on board by L.C. Zafar Hakim. Head table guests were Navy League President Bill Rose, Sea Cadet Cadet Chaplain Reverend Schamerhorn and Mrs. Schamerhorn, C.O. Don Fos- ter and Mrs. Foster, Mayor Winters and Mrs. Winters. In naval tradition the youngest member becomes C.O. for the evening, this year O.C. Kevin Tutkoluk sat at the head table. Toast to the Queen by CP02 Andrew Lloyd Scott m.a. Counselling Specitilhiiijt in: ■ Marriage and Separation Counselling • Parent-Child and Individual Problems ORONO MEDICAL CENTRE 1-983-9792 Inquiries Welcome Evening and Weekend Appointments Scott and the naval toast by officer Christine Lanz. We enjoyed a delicious turkey super prepared by the ladies of St. Paul's church. Program for the evening took the form of the different camps available to the cadets and reports from some of the 22 cadets who attended camp last summer. C.O. Don Foster explained explained the 20 different camps which are available and the following cadets gave a report.of the camps they attended: O.C. Elgin Brummel - General Military Training 2 week camp, L.C. Stephen Cook-Abbott - Junior Junior Leadership - 4 week camp, POl Melanie Brooks - Boatswain Course - 6 week camp, CP02 Richard Shew- chuk - Sailing Instructor Course - 6 week camp, CP02 Andrew Scott - Practical Leadership Course - 6 week camp. 71 y Three cadets received. ! promotion: Melabip, Brooks; to POl, Andrew Scott' and Richard Shewchukytçj ÇPQ2. Also presented were: Basic Basic Band Badge to L.C. Zafar Hakim and Standard 1st Aid to CP02 Andrew Scott and Emergency 1st Aid to L.C. Bob Riley. Special presentations were made to Mr. Ray Aber- nethy and Mr. Stan Dunn for the many years of work with the Navy League. If it were not for dedicated, hardworking hardworking gentlemen like these two men, there would be no sea cadets in Bowman- ville. Up coming events to remember: remember: Fund raising dance March 5,1988, and Reunion of the H.M.C.S.'Bowmanville crew later this spring. Toastmasters New Executive Members of the new excculivc for 1988 are - President: TM Konzel- mann; Past President and Educational V.P.: TM Christl; Administrative V.P.: TM Eyman; Treasurer: TM MacGillivary; Secretary: Secretary: TM Nelson; Sergeant- at-Arms: TM Bryden; Cor- poral-at-Arms: TM Barnes. Bowmanvillc Toastmasters Toastmasters held their Christmas meeting last week which featured one speaker, TM Marg Kropf, who gave a dramatic reading from Charles Dickens' Christmas Carol ■ entitled "The Last Spirit." .JUlUI'llTMi YDUH BREAIH AHKY! Monday, Dec. 28th Up to 70% Off Tree Trims, Ornaments, Centre j Pieces and Wreaths Clearance on all baby Decorative Items. [rtisans 18 Silver St., Bowmanville^ 623-2708 Hi! My name is Ryan James Bishop. I celebrated my first birthday on December 1, 1987. My Mommy and Daddy are Larry and Linda of Whitby, and I also have a big brother Richard. My proud grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Glen Key of Whitby, and Mr. and Mrs. Don Bishop of Bowmanvillc. Merry Christmas Christmas and thanks to everyone for making my birthday special. Nichols Motors Still First AN EXOTIC GIFT... Crozier' s has all you need to give a gift to Love this year. Crozier's breeds their own birds. We have a fine selection of young, healthy birds. Large assortment of Cockatiels, Budgies, Canaries, and Zebra Finches. We also supply: • Cages • Feed • Health Supplies • Toys • Breeding Supplies CROZIER AVIARIES R.R. 1, Orono 983-9311 "Open to public by appointment only" Nichols Motors entered the game qn December 19 against Sana and Gravel tied for first place in the Bantam division and emerged with a victory to move into a two point lead. The game saw Nichols dominate their short handed opponents but fall behind 1-0 early in the game. Mike Col- bourne brought Nichols even when his hard shot trickled oVer the line. Billy MacIntyre MacIntyre and John Rendefi assist- : ed oh Mike's first goal* ? * " Nichols went ahead to stay early in the second period period when Gilbert Holder scored his first from Ken Cornish and Dave Aldridge. Mike upped the count to 3-1 with his second goal, unas sisted. Gilbert's second goal, from Kris Matheson and Murray Charland made the score 4-1 then Dave completed completed the scoring in the second period, poking in the rebound rebound from Gilbert's shot, Kris also assisted on this goal." The thirdTperiod saw Nictipls widen the gap when Mike^finisJ^ejLhis hat trick, sgbrihg-'frSm'Paul Chisholm arid'- SesW'I^iny. !.. Billy-, completed: completed: the.gdmfe^bVjhettm^ two goal's In thS jmaî 'two'" minutes, his first from John and Murray and his second on a breakaway' following a great pass from Chris Adams. Adams. Brett played well in net although although three goals were Sale Starts Monday, Dec. 28th at 9:00 a.m. Pants -- Skirts -- Blouses Dresses -- Suits -- Coats -- Pant Coats By Mr. Leonard and Gay Town y 2 PRICE Housecoats and Lingerie 30% Off Playtex Bras 30% Off All Sales Final -- No Exchanges or Refunds No Returns on Monday, Dec. 28th (ttildS' LADIES'WEAR 37 King St W. 623-5501 Bowmanvillc A merry Christmas to you and those you hold ; most dear! Thanks for your continued support. flnticpzs * rtisans 18 Silver St., Bowmanville 623-2708 counted against him in this 8-3 victory, for Nichols. Merry Christmas to all. Shoppers Downs London Life On December 19, Shoppers Shoppers scored three unanswered unanswered goals; by: Chris McKenzie," Erik Griffin and Chris Watson to help defeat London Life 5 to 0. The line of Bryan Lowery, Lowery, Chris Shields and Adam. Barraball had some I good scoring chances in the second second period but London's goalie , Jeff Simpson, made some good stops. In the third period, Mike McCrory's hard work paid off with two goals to finish off the scoring. With minutes remaining in the game, defencemen Kevin Kevin Maillet and Chris Mann showed some good defensive defensive skill in clearing the puck, to ensure Jake Davis f 3rd shut-out of the season. Players and parents of Shoppers Drug Mart would like to wish coaches Randy Gushulak and Doug Harper a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. □ NEWCASTLE ANTENNA SERVICE SINCE 1976 Delhi Channel Master HOUSTON TRACKER SYSTEMS' The Finest Satellite TV Comoonents Available Today x Wishing a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year and "Thank You" to my many customers and friends. A1 Gray and Family FOR PERFECTION IN RECEPTION AND FREE ESTIMATES, ADVICE AND SERVICE PLEASE CALL AL GRAY 987-4517 o, 987-4456 R.R. No. 2, Newcastle OPEN INVITATION "FESTIVAL HARVEST" PUBLIC MEETING Any person or organization interested In attending a meeting to discuss the concept of an annual town wide event tor the Town of Newcastle Is invited to attend a public meeting. Purpose Is to share Ideas and form a committee ot interested persons and organizations willing to Implement the concept of a "Festival Harvest" DATE: January 13,1988 TIME: 7:30 p.m. PLACE: Court Room No. 1 Fire/Court Building 132 Church Street, Bowmanville For further information contact: Department ol Community Services 623-3379 or 987-5039 Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Randy MacGlllivray 623-3903 Arlene Yeo 263-2546 Cameron Miller 579-1602 Bert Reid 933-5348 Contact the above people after 5 p.m. CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF NEWCASTLE PUBLIC NOTICE TO ITS CITIZENS MAYOR'S LEVEE Everyone is cordially invited to attend the Mayor's Levee to be held on New Year's Day, January 1,1988, from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers, Fire Building, 132 Church Street, Bowmanville. David W. Oakes, B.A.,A.M.C.T.,C.M.O. Town Clerk Town of Newcastle 40 Temperance Street Bowmanville, Ontario L1C3A6 File: 10.2.20. 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