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h 12 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, December 5,1990 Section Two Christmas Goodies An attractive beribboned jar of this "house" specialty makes a lovely holiday hostess hostess gift. A little dab of this condiment does wonders for roast beef, burgers, even a grilled cheese sandwich. For quick peeling of onions, remove remove ends, then cover onions onions with boiling water and let stand for two minutes. Drain and slip off skins. 2 lb (1 kg.) Ontario Yellow Yellow Cooking Onions (about 10 medium), peeled. 1 sweet red pepper. 1/3 cup butter (75 mL) 1/2 tsp salt (2 mL) 1 cup dry sherry (250 mL) 1 cup diy red wine (250 mL) 1/3 cup granulated sugar (75 mL) 1/2 tsp hot pepper sauce (2 mL) In food processor, thinly slice onions to make eight cups (2 L). Seed red pepper and slice into julienne strips about one inch (2.5 cm) long. In wide saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in onions, red pepper and salt until evenly coated. Cover and reduce heat to low; cook, stirring often, for 30 minutes or until onions are very soft. Add sheriy, wine, sugar, and hot pepper sauce; increase increase heat to medium and boil gently, uncovered and stirring frequently, for about 30 minutes or until most of the liquid is reduced. Reduce heat to low; cook, stirring very often and watching carefully to avoid sticking, for 30 to 40 minutes minutes longer or until relish has darkened and is thick. Pour into attractive hot sterilized sterilized jars and seal. Let cool to room temperature before storing in refrigerator for up to several months. Makes 2 cups (500 mL). Preparation Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: 1-1/2 hours. Self© Christmas B ar t ^ m P son Visits Santa Claus Parade The Fire Chief urges all parents to recognize trie fire danger of this season, and not to leave small children alone in the home for a moment. moment. He points out that the Criminal Code of Canada forbids such action which endangers the life or health of any child under the age of 10 years. Parents are further reminded reminded that under certain conditions a Christmas tree can be ignited by a single match to burn furiously to charred wood in a few seconds. seconds. Care must be taken to keep butts of natural trees immersed in water and to ensure that the tree itself does not obstruct access to a door or window. Families are also urged to review their home fire-escape plans for a quick exit in an emer- gency. Skylight Donuts ... Helene Jacob, centre, and Joan Mitchell of Skylight Donuts, are tempting Miss Christmas with one of their freshly-baked birthday cakes, one of the many goodies that they have available at both their locations. The friendly staff at Skylight Donuts is ready to welcome you with a fresh-from-the-oven treat, coffee or tea, or come in and enjoy a donut, sandwich, croissant or home-made soup. What a terrific way to take a break from your Christmas shopping. Don't forget ... Skylight Donuts can supply your party with freshly-baked treats as well. Call the day before, and leave the rest to Skylight Donuts. Skylight Donuts 87 King St. E. 623-4549 Drive-thru 623-0230 (Waverley and Baseline) Flowers by Jackman... Library Busy at Christmas The Christmas season is a busy time for everyone and the library is no exception. exception. We hope that you will take some time out from your Christmas shopping to join with us for some special events that we have planned for you. For children, we have: Bedtime Storytime on Thursday, December ■ 13, from 7 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Newcastle ill age Cathy's Gold.. Cathy Collacutt is showing Miss Christmas a sample from the large collection of fine jewellery that's available in her store, Cathy's Gold. Miss Christmas discovered a complete selection of silver chains, bracelets, bracelets, pendants, charms and pins, gold jewellery and diamond rings for the ladies and gentlemen; world-renowned Longines-Wittnauer watches; watches; jewellery for baby, such as chains, charms, earrings, rings and diamond diamond rings, and also a wide choice of family rings and "daughter's pride" rings. Cathy's Gold also has a collection of folk art, the perfect Christmas gift, as well as a collection of great "stocking-stuffer" ideas. The friendly staff at Cathy's Gold will be happy to help you with your i purchases, and of course, your Christmas purchases will be gift- wrapped, free-of-charge. Cathy's Gold 78 King Street West Bowmanville -- 623-1933 branch. Bring your teddy bear to the library for a fun half hour of stories and songs. This is for children ages three and up. Don't forget forget your pyjamas. • Fun at the movie » on Friday, Friday, December 14, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Bowmanville Bowmanville Branch. This is an hour of animated and live-action Christmas film fun for children children are 3 to 10 years. Christmas Storytimes will be held for 45 minutes of Christmas songs, stories and magic. This is at the Bowmanville Branch on Friday, Friday, December 14, from 4 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. for children children ages 3 to 10. The same program will be repeated at the Newcastle Village Branch on Tuesday, December December 18, from 1:45 to 2:30 p.m. for children aged 3 to 5 years. ' Clowning Around on Friday, Friday, December 28; from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Newcastle Newcastle Village Branch. Have you ever thought of being a clown or ever wondered what kind of people are clowns? Two very special clowns. Happy and Thumper, Thumper, will show you how they became part of this magical world. For children of all ages. But don't think that we have forgotten the grownups. grownups. Two very special adult programs are also coming up in December. Safe Driving on the 401 is a seminar designed for women women who drive the 401 or other other major highways in the province on'a regular basis. Constable Smith, of the OPP, will provide information information on how to deal with breakdowns as well as how to avoid getting into trouble in the first place. For those of you who could not make it to the seminar offered by the Newcastle Lionesses, here is your chance. This program will take place at the Bowmanville Bowmanville branch on Tuesday, Tuesday, December 11, from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Register in person *detten& *Welc<Mie No, it's not too late to join our "Letters to Santa" column. Just bring your letter letter to our office (62 King St. W.) or mail it to The Canadian Canadian Statesman, Statesman, Box 190 Bowmanville, Ont. L1C 3M3. Well publish as many letters ■ as space permits before December December 21. or by calling 623-7322. Magic of Color... and You sees the return of one of our most popular program people, people, Michelle Reid, to the library. library. This time, she brings her lively wit to.the topic of beauty ... yours! What are your best colors? In which clothes do you look great? Make-up tips! Wardrobe advice! advice! Secrets of the non- surgical face-lift! Join us, even if you don't need a lot of help. We can promise you an entertaining evening at the Bowmanville Branch on Thursday, December 13, from 7:15 p.m. to 9 p.m. Register Register in person or by calling 623-7322. It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Flowers by Jack- man. Lawrence Hellinga and Miss Christmas are admiring some of the beautiful flowers and Christmas floral arrangements arrangements that are available, as well as an excellent selection of novelty balloons that are always a big hit with all ages. If you're looking for fresh flowers, silks or Christmas plants, or a "sure- to-please-anytime" cash-and-carry bouquet, stop by Flowers by Jackman located in the climate-controlled Bowmanville Mall. Flowers by Jackman IN THE BOWMANVILLE MALL 623-3365 "Bowmanville's First Florist" Allouise Fashions Anne Dyer, of Allouise Fashions, is showing Miss Christmas one of the many beautiful dresses they ; have available. You can choose from dresses for the party season, as well as for every day; suits, sweaters, blouses and coats, as well as a large selection of accessories to finish off that "perfect outfit". At Allouise , Fashions you'll find the latest in women's fashions from the top manufacturers, and at affordable prices. Miss Christmas would like to remind the men and seniors, that all their gift purchases will be ^wrapped free of charge. Incidentally, Allouise Fashions honours Visa, MasterCard and American Express for your added shopping convenience. , ; Allouise Fashions 49 King St. W., Bowmanville j Telephone 623-5854 Have a "Christmas brings temptations temptations to many parents, while visiting with neighbours neighbours or completing last- minute shopping, to leave small children unattended for short periods," says the Newcastle Fire Department. "At the same time, decorations, decorations, trees, and wrapping paper bring an increased threat of fire danger unless constant care is exercised."