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20 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanvillc, Wednesday, February 19,1992 Community Correspondence C ommimty Spint in Abündancëfôr Hamp ton Valentine Tea Hosted by Hampton Beavers : I.- Happenings in Hampton by Michelle Balson My, what a busy week it was here in Hampton. I had no problem in finding things to write about. There seemed to be a lot of community spirit. Especially from the younger people, I'm proud to report. On Monday, February 10th, the Beavers held their Fourth Annual Valentine Tea. The Beavers greeted and seated grandparents and seniors from the area. That evening the C.E. Wing was decorated with the Valentine theme. The master of ceremonies was Scoutcr Doug Browning. The Beavers provided the entertainment by singing three songs. A thank- you to the Beaver parents who helped prepare the refreshments. refreshments. The Hampton Girl Guides were able to work on their Hostess Badge by serving. serving. Wednesday's Euchre Card Parly was it's usual busy self. Ruth Gay took first place with a score of 89. Doreen Ferguson was second with 87 surprisingly. surprisingly. She, also won the Most Lone Hands with seven. Not far behind with 82 was Clarence Clarence Bray. Tied for fourth were Ruby Smith and Daisy Haynes with scores of 80. The Most Honest Player of the night was Harold Swain. No one won the Special. Draw winners were Evelyn Gulley, Marg Hall, Betty Kuyer, Gerta Masters and Verna Robinson. The Hampton Guides have spent the last few Thursday evenings working towards their First Aid Badge. The Guides broke themselves up into four groups. Guider Elizabeth Elizabeth Bateman is a Registered Nurse. The girls learned rescue rescue breathing on their dolls. Often these techniques arc needed on younger siblings. Other leaders assisted in teaching teaching the Guides fire safety, putting putting together first aid kits and how to treat cuts and burns. On Friday, February 14th numerous kids and their lead ers joined the thousand spectators spectators in greeting Brian and Mila Mulroncy at the Newcastle Town Hall. The prime minister spoke of Canadian Unity. Also of the continual need for volunteers. volunteers. Afterwards, despite the heavy security, the Mulron- cys mingled. Elizabeth Bateman Bateman informed that she was honored by shaking Mila's hand. The Youth Group met for a night of bowling on Saturday, Feb. 15th. Dave Davidson had the highest score of the two games bowled at the Northern Lancs. Afterwards the teens filled their hearty appetites at Burger King. Also Saturday evening, was a Valentines Dance at the Hampton Community Center. Love was in the air as the many couples danced the night away. Rob and Cathlccn Luke won a prize for their Spot Dance. Mr. and Mrs. Shahmu- rat also won an appropriate Valentines Day door prize. : For every bad turn, I'd like to think there is a good turn. At least this was the case for resident resident Mona Adcock. It seems her purse was stolen from the Newcastle Recreation Complex. Complex. Upon finding some of the missing items near the Eldad United Church, folks responded responded by raking the area. Many more personal items were recovered. recovered. Again, many thanks. I don't normally give you detailed information about Sunday morning services from the Hampton United Church. However, this past Sunday, February 16th was a special one. It was the Hampton Guide and Scout Church Parade, celebrating celebrating Canada's 125th Birthday! Birthday! The theme, "Thé Spirit of Being Canadian". Everyone received received a Canadian pin. The paraders were greeted by Beaver Jeremy Bilenduke, Brownie Ashley Broome, Cub Matthew Hester and Guide Carrie Ovenden. The ushers were Sea Scouts Mark Pokor- ski and Mark Goff. The receiving receiving of flags took place. Barb Pokorski led the introduction with the singing of "0 Canada". Canada". Guide Leader Elizabeth Bateman welcomed everyone. It was then the choral call to worship with the singing of "0 Lord Come Be Here". Guide Melissa Allin led the opening prayer of "The World Around Us". The opening hymn was This Land is Your Land". The reading of "Canada is Good!" was done by Scout Stephen Goff and Cubs Chris Allin, Matthew Brock, Wade Harris and Peter Jannsen. It was then time for the dedication dedication of the Christian Flag. The 1989 Ventures, which has disbanded, were proud to donate donate a non-denominational Christian Flag to the Church. The Guides led the anthem of "They All Call it Canada". Brownie Kerra Gardiner gave the prayer "For The Place We Live". Song sheet #5 gave the words to "My Paddles Keen and Bright" and "Land of the Silver Birch". Beavers Jesse Gilbert and Darryle Spencer repeated repeated "The Lord's Prayer for Beavers". The Leaders, Rick Braills- ford, Shelley Bilenduke, Fred Ford, Jim Geddes, Pat Howard, Mary Ann Keith, Kim McClus- key, Shelda and Bruce McLeod. McLeod. Also Janet Page, Joan Rit- zic and Cheryl Waller provided the message "Our Flag -- What It Means To Us". Barb Pokorski Pokorski should be thanked for doing doing the extensive research on this piece. It was a reminder that we should be proud Canadians. Canadians. Canada has had many great achievements. The discovery discovery of insulin, the forming of basketball and Alexander Graham Bell's invention of the telephone! We have shared our knowledge with the world. Together, Together, making it a better place to live in. Clib leader Joan Ritzic read the announcements. A loose collection was taken up by Beaver Michael McNeil, Cub Tegfim Spencer, Sea Scout Tim Ashton also Brownie Kim Keith and Guide Melinda Wot- ten. The generous offerings will be sent to the Guiding Canadian Canadian Friendship Fund and the Scout Brotherhood Fund. Beavers Enjoy Camp Happenings in Enniskillen by Betty Wright Mr. and Mrs. Herb Wright, Oshawa, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Sanderson, Brooklin; Mr. and Mrs. Brent Clemens, Bryce and Tori, Bowmanvillc, were visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Wright and Betty. Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Lead- beater, Don Mills were a Tuesday Tuesday visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Art Lcadbeater. Mrs. Wilfrid Bowman and Miss Myrtle Tamblyn were Sunday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Eric Bowman and family celebrating Dianne's birthday. Mr. George Marshall, Mr. Steven Marshall, Mrs. Lorraine Marshall, Mrs. Winona Dou- cctt R.R.#1 Barton, Nova Scotia Scotia were weekend visitors of Mr. and Mrs, Clarence Avery. Mr. and Mrs. Mike Corrigan Corrigan and boys, Oakville were weekend visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Steve Nimigon. Recent visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Wally Griffin were Mrs. Laurence Wcam, Pigeon Lake; Mr. and Mrs. Cliff Terrill, Mr, and Mrs. B. Hoy, Kendal, Brad Craig and Jeanette Honarvar, Salem. Mr. and Mrs. Keith Dou- cclt, Sunderland were callers at Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Avery's. Mrs. Lett Stainton was a Thursday overnight guest of Linda Cryderman, Bowmanvillc Bowmanvillc and a Sunday dinner guest of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Simpson, Simpson, Bowmanvillc. Mr. and Mrs. Steve Thompson, Thompson, Bowmanvillc were Satur- Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Stain- ton. Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Avery, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Rek- ker, George Marshall, Barton, R.R.#1, Nova Scotia, were Sunday supper guests of Mr. and Mrs. John Avery. On February 7th, 8th and 9th the 1st Enniskillen Beaver Colony enjoyed their first winter winter Camp in Camp Samac in Oshawa. The boys were accompanied accompanied by one parent each and seven leaders. Three of our enthusiastic dads, Ron Hun- sley, Steve Milson and Blair Vaneyk generously donated their time and prepared a Bird Feeder Kit for each of the boys to assemble at camp. The boys spent a fun filled afternoon building their feeders with the help from their Mom or Dad, sledding down the ice covered hills in Beaver Meadow and an open air wiener roast. We also had a very interesting nature hike and discovered some animal animal tracks along the way. At night we enjoyed a great camp fire in the cabin with songs, stories and prayer. A wonderful wonderful time was had by all. Un Sunday, Feb. 16th the 1st Enniskillen Cubs and Beavers Beavers joined with the Sparks, Brownies, Guides and Pathfinders Pathfinders at the Enniskillen United United Church in celebration of Lord Badcn-Powcll's birthday. Akela Doug Webster received the colours, each group in turn renewed their Promise. Rev. day evening supper guests of ★ ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ Cyril and Jenny Soper ^ would like to wish their * granddaughter, Nicole 'Af Rencè Barkley, a very 'A' happy 2nd Birthday on ^ February 17. Nicole is ^ the daughter of Brenda ^ Soper and Raymond ^ Barkley of Ear Falls, ^ Ontario. She is also a ^ very special grandchild ^ of Keith and Doris Barkley of Pcrlcrborough. ★ ★ ★ "Something to Sing About" and "God, We Thank You" were sung. Cheryle Waller, Brownie Leader gave the offering offering prayer. The presentation of the Religion Religion In Life Badges took place. The closing hymn was "O Lord We Stand Before You". Guide Ellen Pokorski gave the closing prayer "For Canadian Scouting and Guiding". Guiding". Choral benediction was sung. All stood while flags were being received and sections/units sections/units paraded from the Church singing "Go Well and Safely". The flag bearers were Amy Wallraff: Canadian, Melanie Melanie Wallraff: Provincial, Ryan Todd: Christian, Jennifer Page: Brownie, Erin Johnson : Guide. Also Robert Page .and Nigel Albert carrying the Beaver Beaver flag, Grant Hoskin: Wolf Cub, Stephen Bcavis Sea Scout, John Marco Cannits: World Scouting. The whole celebration gave a warm feeling. feeling. Everyone standing together together in unity. The following kids should be congratulated on their hard work and dedication in completing completing the Religion In Life program in the past few weeks. These year one Brownies received received a Certificate and Seal: Julie Allin, Shannon Blake, Sarah Sarah Connelly, May MacDonald, MacDonald, Ashley Schofield and Kelly Kelly Wallraff. Year Two Brownies Brownies received a Yellow Badge and Seal: Megan Kearns, Krista Krista Kalwittcr, Kendra Lindc- brug, Crystal MeGarret, Lesley Sawyer and Elizabeth Theriault. Theriault. Year Three Brownies, Joanne Allin, Ashley Broome, Kcra Gardiner, Kim Keith and Jennifer Page. Year One Guides received a Green Badge, certificate and seal. They were Pearl Howard, Ashley Naccarato and Sarah Vetzel, Year Two Guide maintain maintain the Green Badge and Seal. They were Erin Johnson, Lori McCluskcy, Janet Moore, Wendy Thomas, Shannon Vetzel Vetzel and Melanie Wallraff. Year One, Stage Three Guides received received a Blue Badge and Seal. They were Mcllissa Allin, Hol ly Broome, Ivu Howard, Ellen Pokorski, Amy Wallraff and Melinda Wotten. Year One, Stage One Cubs received a Certificate and Seal. The boys were Brent Allin, Joshua Hull, Mark Johnson, Matthew MeCluskey, Carl Pokorski Pokorski and Shawn Thompson. Stage One, Year two Cubs received received a Yellow Badge and Seal. They were Luke Brock, Mark Geddes and Bobby Real. These Stage One, Year Three Cubs maintained their Yellow Badge and Seal, Chris Allin, Matthew Brock, Wade Harris, Matthew Hester, Grant Hoskin and Tegfryn Spencer. Year One, Stage One Scout received the Blue Badge and Seal,he is Tim Ashton. Year Two, Stage Three Scout Mark Pokorski received received a Seal. 1 know that was a lot, but thank-you for bearing with me. I feel all of these kids should be recognized. We must always always continue to support our youth. Show them that their voices are heard. Until next week, stay safe. Members of the First Hampton Beaver Colony hosted a Valentine Tea at the Hampton United Church on Monday, February 10, for local seniors. Verna Robinson Robinson was among the many guests in attendance for this annual event. In addition to serving tea and cookies, with help.from the First Hampton Guides, the Beavers also performed a skit for the seniors. ★ ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ Kelly spoke to us about planting planting trees, and how we should nurture and support those trees so that they will grow to be strong and tall. We should also be caring and supportive to our friends and neighbours in the community in the same way so that we can grow up in the same way in a happy, healthy, caring environment. On Monday night the Enniskillen Enniskillen Guiding Groups joined together at the Enniskillen Enniskillen School for Thinking Day Enrollment and Penny Carnival Carnival to show that we think of people all over the world. Girls all brought one canned good each and a sample of a food from another country to share with the others. Some girls- wore costumes from other countries. There was a Pathfinder Pathfinder Enrollment. All the canned goods were donated to the Salvation Army in Bowmanvillc Bowmanvillc and the pennies are being donated to the Girl Guide World Fellowship fund which helps girls and women at home and all around the world. On Tuesday, February 18th Confirmation classes and membership began at 4:00 p.m. and finished at 4.:45 p.m. All youths 12 and over and adults arc welcome to join in. This is being held ar the Enniskillen United Church. For more information information please contact Rev. Bonnie Kelly at Tyrone United Church office, Tuesday through Thursday mornings at 263-4190. On Wednesday, February 19th the Enniskillen U.C.W. meeting was held at our church. On Friday, March 6th the World Day of Prayer will be held at the Enniskillen United Church at 1:30 p.m. Everyone is Welcome. The Enfield Community Yard, Craft and Bake Sale will be held on Saturday, April 25th from ten till three at the Enfield Enfield United Church. Tables area available to be booked now. Please call Lois at 263- 2393 or Gcnric Heard at 263- 2113. On Wednesday morning the Enfield U.C.W. held their meeting at the home of Donna Griffin. Enfield Church plates, bells and mugs will be available available for the quilt show and Church Anniversary service to commemorate 30 years of U.C.W., 115 year Anniversary for Enfield Church and Canada's Canada's 125 year centennial, In an effort all of our nt Notice ed Your et Address! same day delivery for cribers, we are making ment home delivery within But, to If you li 1 Town of Ne does not inc please so th 4. of Newcastle. new system work, your help. rural areas of the and your mailing label mplete street address, office at 416-623-3303 update your file. (For example, if your address was listed as R.R. 5, Bowmanville, under the new 9-1-1 emergency system, your home could now be listed as 28 Pamela Court, Bowmanville.) Thank you a for your co-operation. n statesman 62 King Street West, Bowmanville 416-623-3303 Since 1854, Our First Concern Has Been Our Community