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Section Three The Canadian Statesman. Rowmanville. Deremlier 21. 1!IS8 983-5108 From the Management and Staff John's Centre HAMPTON CALL 263-2202 0 • O Hate a delightful Holiday Season filled with laug'iter and good feelings. We enjoyed serving you and we look forward to seeing you soon! HEAVY HAULERS TRUCK STOP Hwy. 401 and Waverley Rd. Bowmanville 0 623-6422 Suggestions help parents play it smart selecting videogames ©Videogames and syjicms were lire most popular toys of the IDS? holiday season and, in I 988, arc again expected to lop gift "wish" lists everywhere. With the myriad of videogames to choose from, parents may he lorn between between the desire to satisfy their kids' cravings for action-packed excitement and their concern with choosing games which creatively stimulate and entertain entertain their children. More than just fnn "Videogames can he more than an enjoyable pastime for kids," says Until llcidkamp, spokesperson of Konanti Inc., a Chicago-based company that makes videogames for the Nintendo Entertainment System, Commodore, Amiga and IBM computers, and coin- operated arcade units. Many benefits "Because these games require children to develop strategies and maneuvering skills, videogames can build concentration, improve eye and hand coordination, foster creativity and challenge the imagination. "Unlike television, videogames involve involve children by requiring their full participation and interaction," continues continues I leidkantp. "By playing the games, children are encouraged to make decisions, decisions, strive for a goal and develop their reasoning abilities." 'lb help moms and dads select a game that matches their child's interests interests and abilities, llcidkamp suggests choosing a game that complements his or her personality. General game categories The following categories help identify identify various areas children may be inclined inclined to pursue: •If your child is mi adventure seeker: Buy videogames that satisfy the desire to search out and conquer hidden challenges challenges and obstacles; suggested selection: selection: Casllcvania, Simon's Quest. •If war child is u s/torts enthusiast: Buy videogames that satisfy the desire to dribble, skate, jump and run. and that foster intense interaction and participation: participation: suggested selection: Track 'N Field II, Skate or Die, Blades of Steel, Double Dribble. •Ifyour child is a slratcftizcr: Buy videogames videogames that encourage the mind to work like a finely tuned instrument, devising devising the most effective response to any dilemma; suggested selection: Metal Gear. The Goonies II. •If your child enjoys simulation: Buy videogames that satisfy the urgent need to experience the thrills and chills of "real life" excitement; suggested selection: Top Gun, Skate or Die. •If wur child is an action lover: Buy videogames that satisfy the need to engage in non-slop mental and physical physical stimulation, intrigue and action; suggested selection: Contra, Jackal, Top Gun, Skate or Die, Life Force. Central School Choir Entertains at Cullen Gardens Sensible advice for a safe holiday• season Planning a holiday parly? After you decide on such important details as the guest list and what you will serve, take some lime to think about something equally important: I low- will you keep your guests front driving after they have been drinking? drinking? As the hosl.you have a responsibility to make sure that your guests do not drink and drive. This may nut scent fair, and perhaps it is not. I lowcvcr, if a guest drinks atyour party and then gets in an accident while driving, you can be held liable. To prevent any of your guests front gelling behind the wheel while intoxicated, intoxicated, it is very important that you remain sober throughout the night. Be sure It) have nonalcoholic beverages beverages available. Don't mix strong drinks,and never try to force a drink on anyone. Keep an eye on all your guests, e$, pccialiy those who you know will be driving. Slop serving alcoholic beverages beverages at least an hour before the parly's end. If one of your guests docs become intoxicated intoxicated and wants to drive, do anything anything in your power to prevent him qr her from doing so. Offer to call a cab or to get behind the wheel yourself. Or you can offer to let him or her spend the night at your home. You want your guests to have a good lime at your parly, of course; but you also want them to gel safely home. For all its charm and warmth, Christmas is a season to celebrate. Thanks, friends, for your very valued business. Mevuj, Qltnüttnai.! end a Jlappif. /Vêtit îjeaA The Apple Blossom Shop Orono Bowmanville 983-9155 623-8482 ,« On First' De^/df GBristmsvs... Br A Warmest thanks for your patronage. To all, we wish a joyous holiday season. from the staff of Stedmans King Street West Bowmanville The sounds of Christmas were ringing out at Cullen Cullen Gardens in Whitby recently. The choir from Central Public School in Bowmanville performed various songs at the Gardens for all those people fiber 7. looking for some Christmas cheer on Decern The choir was composed of students in grades four to six and was directed by Dale St. John and Shelley Collins. Elaine Walchuk accompanied the group on the piano. The choir attended Cullen Gardens at the invitation of Joan Hill, education director at the Gardens. Gardens. * ip* 5 j Seasons Q/teelings { As nature sparkles In her new, white coat, we ^ entertaining made elegant...and easy Hume entertaining has become more and more popular this year with the "new" trend toward home cooking. Parlies once catered have become "pot luck." Expensive restaurant get- togethers are giving way to small dinner parties at home. This year, many traditional holiday get-togethers will be held in someone's home. Will it be yours? If so, why not plan an elegant, yet easy appetizer and dessert buffet? Appetizers can be very filling...and provide sufficient variety to satisfy every palate. Try these elegant (but simple) recipes developed by the Osier I Ionic Economists, and fill in with deli dips and prepared snacks. Cheesy crab fondue is easy to make. Let the dippers you've chosen show the mood of the party. For an elegant get- together, how about spinach and tomato torlcllini skewers? A more casual gel together might call for vegetable vegetable dippers and lyc bread chunks. The hit of the parly will be your heavenly heavenly Holiday Angel Food Cake. The light fluffy cake is the perfect backdrop to a holiday favorite--Cranberty Orange Relish--used here as a topping topping and between layers. Traditional Tom and Jerry drinks can lie prepared in advance using this easy batter recipe. Be sure to have plenty of nonalcoholic beverages available available for your guests, too, CRAB AND CHEESE EONDUE Substitute shrimp for a tasty variation. variation. 1 cup canned chicken broth V 4 cup sherry wine 3 tablespoons all-purpose Hour 2 tablespoons butter or margarine 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cut Into 1-inch cubes V, pound processed American cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes 3-4 drops hot pepper sauce Dash onion powder 6 ounces frozen crah meat, defrosted and flaked (imitation crab meat may be substituted) French bread or vegetable dippers Put all ingredients, except crab meat and bread, into Ostcrizcr blender container. container. Cover and process at MUD- HIGH until well blended. Pour into medium saucepan or fondue pot; cook, stirring frequently over medium heat. When mixture is thick, stir in crab meat. Him to LOW to serve. Use French bread cubes or vegetables for dippers. Yield: 8-111 appetizer servings. CRANBERRY HOLIDAY CAKE 1 Imx (14.5 ounces) angel food cake mix 2 cups whole cranberries, fresh or frozen 1 medium orange, cut into eighths •y 4 cup sugar 2 tablespoons cornstarch 1 container (8 ounces) frozen whipped lopping, thawed (reserve '/, cup for garnish) Prepare angel food cake according to package directions with the Oster "Kitchen Center" mixer. While cake is baking, prepare filling. Put one cup cranberries into Ostcrizcr blender container. Cover and process two cycles at MUD-HIGH. If necessary, necessary, STOP BLUNDER, push berries from the side of container, cover and process two additional cycles. Empty into two-quart saucepan. Repeat with remaining berries. Pul orange, sugar and cornstarch into blender container. Cover and process process at HIGH until smooth. Add to berries and mix well. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally until mixture conics to a boil. Cool. When cake is cooled, split into three equal layers, ('lb split, mark sides of cake with wooden picks and cut with long, thin knife). Spread one layer with '/, of whipped topping. Spoon of cooled cranberry mixture over lop. Repeat with remaining remaining layers. Garnish with reserved * Glad Tidings » Si Si Si Si Si Si Si Si Si Si Si ts k Wright's Harness Supplies g R.R. 1, Bowmanville 1$ Telephone 263-8191 l^j A Seasonal Greeting to all our wonderful friends ... and a special Thank You to all my customers in 1988. Wishing everyone a winning New Year. Si Si Si Si Si SI Si Si Si Si Si Si Si Si Si Si s Christmas is... A time of joy... the spirit of giving... holiday laughter...festive fun.. .warmth and cheer...and a time for us to express our thanks for the privilege of knowing and serving you in the past. julsuulxjuuuls JJLSLS JLQJLV. UL0.1L» JLti JL2 JLflJiLsLtf JL y-OJUU-iULti-JULlLV^,' jlJUUULOJULCJLSJ , l (UULUJUUjULyJLl. "* " n the staff at Scotty's Collectables 85 King St. W. 623-9432 Bowmanville whipped lopping. Refrigerate before serving. Yield: 8-I2 servings. TOM AND JERRY HOT BEVERAGE '/, ounce dark rum V, ounce brandy 3 tablespoons Turn and Jerry Bailer Boiling Wider Add rum, brandy and batter to a six- ounce mug, stir. Fill mug with boiling water and stir. Garnish with nutmeg. Si Si Si Si Si Si think of those who have been great friends. Best Wishes SCHWARZ BROTHERS LIVESTOCK LTD. Si Si Si R.R. 6 BUY-SELLorTRADE TOP DAIRY CATTLE 623-2895 Bowmanville Si Si ! wsorts From Gwen, Sue, Lynda and Marietta GUYS and GALS Shear Magic 28 Division St., Bowmanville 623-1341 mdem Let us keep Christmas close to our hearts, for Its meaning never ends. Its spirit Is the Joy of love with peace and good will towards all men. Skylight S>onuts 87 King St. E. Bowmanville OPEN Mon. 5 a.m. - Sat. 12 midnight CLOSED SUNDAY 623-4549