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4 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, Wednesday, February 24,1993 Section Two For Your Information Students' Residence to Remain Closed O.M.A. Advocates Graduated Licence Plan for New Drivers The Board of Directors of Big Sisters Sisters Newcastle-Oshawa-Whitby, would like to inform the public that the Students' Students' Residence shall remain closed. Big Sisters has operated the Students' Students' Residence for the past three years. However, in December 1992 the Residence was closed on a temporary basis, at which time the Board of Directors Directors examined what the agency could presently manage. It is with regret that the Board of Directors has made this decision. However, However, as an agency, Big Sisters NOW has faced a great many challenges during during the past yc&r and at this time we feel that the agency needs to focus its energies on its existing programs, the matching of Big & Little Sisters/ Buddies and the Youth Outreach Program. Program. We would like to thank those people people who have supported the Residence Program for the past three years and we look forward to being able to continue continue to serve the communities involved involved through the matching of Big & Little Sisters/Buddics and the Youth Outreach Program. The Ontario Association strongly supports government legislation that would introduce a system of graduated licensing for drivers in Ontario. Graduated Graduated licensing systems give novice drivers an opportunity to gain the experience experience and knowledge essential to the • safe operation of a motor vehicle. "Motor vehicle accidents are a major major cause of death and injury among young drivers," says Dr. Rocco Gerace, Gerace, chairman of the OMA Committee on Accidental Injuries. "In 1987, 46 per cent of deaths among Canadian males and 40 per cent of deaths among Canadian females between the ages of 15 and 19 years were caused by motor vehicle collisions. This is three times greater than the average death rate all drivers." Gerace said graduated licensing en- . ables new drivers to gain much-needed driving experience. The restrictions on the license are gradually lifted as the driver becomes more capable. "We've been encouraged by the experience experience in New Zealand, where a graduated licensing system was intro- Parkwood Spring Gala to Be Held on Sat., April 24th Parkwood a new season begins and ? in 8. P roc ? cds Irom m ? «ala will spring begins with preparations for an Reused m various restoration and re- exciting benefit event. The Parkwood furbishing projects at Parkwood. volunteers are busy organizing the The gourmet dinner will be pre- Parkwood Spring Gala - featuring a pared by Jacksons Touch of Class Ca- gourmet dinner and silent auction - to tenn S- s P' I } t I of la ™ h hospitality take place Saturday, April 24. guests of the McLaughlins once en- The Volunteers are currently out in J°y cd - Betwecn L courses j S u f sts Wl1 ' the community, stimulating awareness browse amongst the wonderful array of and support for the event Area busi- products, services and specialties do- nesscs are invited to participate in the ™ ted especially forthe Gala. A special Spring Gala, as an opportunity to Spring Tree will be adenwiüi addi- showcase their products and services, tional temptations for picking, and demonstrate commitment to local Parkwood is a designated National heritage. Items donated will be sold by Histone Site and an important link silent - but spirited - auction that eve- Wlth 0U T past. Much work and care, not - r to mention dollars, are needed to return the mansion and gardens to their original original lustre. Current efforts include restoration restoration of the rare Aeolian 1 Pipe Organ, refurbishing of lamp shades and upholstery, upholstery, restoration of the glorious chandeliers chandeliers and, due to the recent snow storm, removal and replacement of damaged trees. The Estate continues to be enjoyed by residents and visitors alike, from across the U.S. and Canada and around the world. Fundraising efforts like the Spring Gala will help ensure continued pride in Parkwood. For more details, contact the Spring Gala Committee Chair, Mrs. Helen Sommcrville at 430-7934 or the General General Manager, Mr. Brian Malcolm at 579-1311. There's no such thing as a Stroke of good luck Know the warning signs. Early detection may save your life. Improving your odds against Canada's =1 Killer. duçed in 1987," said Gerace. "Within two years, death and injury among 15- to 17-ycar-old drivers dropped by 40 per cent." According to Gerace, the system is based on the principle that new drivers, regardless of their age, need to be introduced introduced to driving systematically. "This gives them the opportunity to learn to deal with risky driving conditions conditions and ensures they receive continuing continuing driving-skills education and testing," testing," he said. "In this way, novice drivers are encouraged to take responsibility responsibility for their driving." Driving restrictions for the beginner can include driving only during daylight daylight hours, maintaining an accident- and infraction -free driving record, driving with a limited number of passengers, passengers, and adhering to a zero blood- alcohol level while driving. "Following New Zealand's example, example, Australia introduced a system of graduated licensing in 1990, and there are jurisdictions in the United States and in Europe that are also considering legislation," said Gerace. "We hope Ontario will soon follow suit." ' Ontario Government to Auction Wide Variety of Equipment on Feb. 27 Printing, gym and medical equipment, equipment, drafting tables, laundry steam presses, a wood notcher, single beds and glass doors will be Saturday, Feb. 27 from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m. Items, including a large selection of typewriters, filing cabinets, computers, dictaphones, adding machines and other other office equipment will also be available available at discount prices. All goods are sold in 'as in' condition, condition, on first come, first served basis. Location of the sale is 99 Adesso Dr., Concord, one stoplight east of the junction junction of Hwy. 400 and Steeles Ave. Cash, Visa, MasterCard or certified cheque made payable to the Treasurer of Ontario are accepted. Ontario public servants are not eligible to purchase items at the surplus assets sales. HOROSCOPES February 28 - March 6 ARIES - March 21/April 20 Your creativity should be at an all- time high this week. This would be a good time to complete old projects and start some new ones, too. A unique opportunity will come your way regarding an artistic talent. You will be at the right place at the right time. Contact old friends. TAURUS - April 21/May 21 You will find yourself socializing more than usual this week. You will have fun, but be sure not to neglect important tasks. Keep all receipts; especially when purchasing high- ticketed items. Keep away from sweets and spicy foods; a healthful diet will keep you in balance. GEMINI-May 22/June 21 A former business associate will inform you of a very attractive job opportunity. This could be a major turning point in your career. Be sure to weigh your options very carefully. You will have a few extremely busy and stressful days this week, but they also will be productive and rewarding. CANCER-June 22/July 22 You will be in an unusually happy mood for most of this week. You will find pleasure in the simplest things. This is a good time to play a lottery and make major purchases. Old friends will seem to pop up out of the woodwork. You will discover a very interesting side of someone close to you. LEO - July 23/August 23 * There could be some misunderstanding misunderstanding with your partner or mate. Make sure you make your intentions known. An Aquarius will give you some good advice; be sure to take it. Your social life is very busy now. Don't make plans you can't keep. Your generosity will be greatly appreciated. VIRGO-Aug 24/Sept 22 During most of this week you will feel like escaping -- and in die near future, you may be able to do so. There will be an important meeting some time this week that involves increased income.Throughout the week you'll be busily occupied with a multitude of projects: LIBRA-Sept 23/Oct 23 The beginning of the week will be a good time to get all those odd jobs done around the house. A recent career move you made will prove to be the right choice. You will be involved in a very rewarding assignment. assignment. Make sure you get plenty of rest and relaxation. SCORPIO-Oct 24/Nov 22 Many people may dislike you, but there are few people who don't respect you. This is because of your intense personality and your ability to achieve perfection. Many aspects of your life which have been put on hold are finally starling to move. You will find great pleasure in experiencing experiencing these changes. SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 This is a time when recent failures are forgotten and successes start to happen. You will finally realize how many options are available to you, and will be able to choose the right one. There may be some link between you and someone in the news. CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Don't be surprised if you are unable to reach certain goals this week. Your energy level may be low and it will be a good time to rest. You will be back to your old self by next week, when projects will be completed completed with case. You will receive a surprise in the mail. AQUARIUS-Jan 21/Feb 18 This will be a very happy week for you. Relations with loved ones arc very warm and joyous. Projects will be completed with ease, and successes successes at work.will be numerous. This would be a good time to start planning a trip. Financial burdens will start clearing up and it would be a good time to make some investments. investments. Let your feelings be known. PISCES-Feb 19/March 20 You will attend a very interesting party this weekend, which will put you in contact with some exciting people. An Aries of the opposite sex wants to meet you, and this party may bring you together. This could prove ' to be a rewarding relationship, but take it as slowly as possible. Mancrs at work could be rather frustrating; don't let little things upset you. YOUR BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK The next 12 months: Before you start the year, you may want to reevaluate your present goals. This could be a very good year for you, but you must stay focused by keeping a clear view of what you want. There will be many opportunities opportunities coming your way, in career and romance. Be sure to think things through before making major decisions. decisions. This summer, there will be a lot of travel in store for you. Know who your friends arc. FOR ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY. CLUES ACROSS 1. Crowd 5. Timepiece 8. Surpass 9. Criminal 10. Oarsman 11. Dense .12. Betting machine 15. Gibberish 17. Conductor's stick 18. Symbol 20. Large .water vessel 25. Revolve rapidly 26. Emblem of peace 27. Elude 28. Fifty-fifty 29. Bowl 30. Adhesive , CLUES DOW 1. Most secure 2. Sloping 3. Lunar cycle 4. Tarnish 5. Laborer 6. Pulling % 7. Narcotic drug 13. Electrical unit 14. Impasse 15. Trot 16. Notin 17. Amid 18. Inter 19. Infant 21. Loathes 22. Cope with 23. Slander 24. Grip SOLUTIONS dsc D "K PAH 'ÎZ aipurJH'cc SJoqqy • |j soiqcg '(j[ qtuoiUH'gl UM.ttisg yq mo '91 Sopji uicf uiqo'd mon[[ •£ SihmoJ/9 UBUiyoA\ '£ umig > qiuoiq •£ iub|sv'"Z lsajcs'l NMOd aiscj'oe UISCH '6Ï sun.\g -g; piOAy 'Ll atqo 9Z I J !'L\\ 'St qma'Oc Ui3|qai3'8| uomfl'il uoSjcf'S! aioj/ji PI'LL'11 js.ttoy 01 uopj'6 opmo'8 l l°' n A\ 'Ç uuc.ttg •[ SSOUDV 9 8 WINTER'S HARVEST -- The Visual Arts Centre will host its annual exhibition exhibition of arts and crafts March 7 to 27 at the Centre off Simpson Ave., in Soper Creek Park. This annual show is a venue for some of the finest crafts produced in the province, with particular focus on the handiwork of Durham Region artists. Awards arc given in both specific categories and general aesthetic aesthetic criteria. The juror is Jean Johnson, Crafts Projects Manager at Har- bourfront Centre and founding curator of The Merton Gallery, Toronto. The opening of the show will be Sunday, March 7, between two p.m. and four p.m. There will be a seniors' preview on Friday, March 5, between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. KIDNEY FOUNDATION DANCE -- The 13th annual Kidney Foundation dance, sponsored by the Ransbcrry family, will be held Saturday, March 6, from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. at the Newcastle Community Hall in Newcastle Village. Village. Music will be by The Tradesmen, a fivc-piccc country and western band. Tickets arc $20 per couple. For details, call Harold Ransbcrry at 983- 9597. All proceeds go to the Kidney Foundation. MERVYN B. KELLY Barrister and Solicitor Serving Bowmanville and area residents since 1968. REAL ESTATE • COURT • WILLS ESTATES • MORTGAGES INCORPORATIONS • FAMILY LAW ! 41 Temperance St. Bus.: 623-4444 \BowmanvilIe Res.: 623-9161J Blessings Travel Centre and FAMILY BOOKSHOPPE 623-0005 We invite you to browse through our wide selection of books for the whole family. 116 IGng St. W. at Scugog (Vanstone Mill) Bowmanville BYAM WE SPECIALIZE IN: • Air Conditioning and Heating Sales and Service • Residential Plumbing Service • Well Pumps • Emergency Service PLUMBING & HEATING INC. 263-2650 Patrick G, Deegan DENTURE THERAPY CLINIC 5 GEORGE STREET BOWMANVILLE 623-4473 or 623-6477 SOME EVENING APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE LIBRARY OFFERS COURSE FOR CRAFTSPERSONS - Attention all craftspeople! Here's an opportunity to turn your crafts into your business. business. On March 4, the Bowmanville Branch of the Newcastle Public Library will offer a course that lets you learn how to achieve better sales and manage manage your finances. Gerald Tookc, author of Craftperson's Guide to Good Business, will teach you the ins and outs of the crafts business. The session takes place at 7 p.m. For more information, call 623-7322. This event is cosponsored cosponsored by the Newcastle Public Library and the Visual Arts Centre. QUILTING BEE - Durham Trillium Quiltcrs' Guild will hold their March meeting at 6 p.m. on March 2. It will consist of a "Bee Night" taking place at 712 Wilson Rd. S., Unit #15. The meeting begins at 6 p.m. For further information, information, please call 728-3629 or 263-2138. CULTURAMA - Durham West Junior Farmers arc getting set to host the 1993 Junior Farmers of Ontario "Culturama." It is taking place at Eastdalc Collegiate in Oshawa on Saturday, April 17, The annual competition features features one-act plays, poetry contests, spelling bees, craft displays, and even a farm scrap competition. The all-day event will begin at 9 a.m. READLESS WEDNESDAY - On Wednesday, March 3, the Literacy Council of Durham Region invites the public to try and get through the day without reading. Chances arc, you'll find it virtually impossible to do so. Therefore, you can imagine how difficult it must be for those citizens among us who lack basic literacy skills. Yet, the Literacy Council estimates that at least one quarter of all Durham Region adults have made their way through life without knowing how to read. The Literacy Council is attempting attempting to change that. It offers a variety of reading and literacy programs and provides volunteer tutors for its students. If you would like to help by becoming becoming a literacy tutor, call 434-5441 or 1-800-263-0993. DENISE HOUSE TRIBUTE - The public is invited to attend at tribute to the Denise House shelter for abused women and their children. This event is to take place at the Kinsmen Centre in Oshawa on Tuesday, April 20. Muriel Muriel Wilde, the guest speaker, will discuss "Violence, the Silent Epidemic." Tickets arc available by calling 728-7311. FULL TIME UNIVERSITY COURSES AT DURHAM - Beginning in September, students may study for a Trent University degree by taking Trent courses (available at Durham College) on a full-time basis. Such students students can take a full course load of more than three subjects and still be a member of Julian Blackburn College, the university's off-campus college. Trent offers 32 to 34 courses at Durham in the fall and winter -- enough for a student to get a degree in three years. No day courses (other than Saturday mornings) arc planned. Classes arc held evenings, Monday through Friday and on Saturday morning. COIN CLUB HOSTS SHOW - The Oshawa and District Coin Club will be having a large numismatic show in the Pickering Town Centre on May 15. Tills show, to be called Coin-A-Ranm 93, will feature coins, tokens and paper money for show and sale. THEATRE CLASSES FOR MARCH BREAK - The Bowmanville based STAGES dicatrc arts educational group will be offering workshops for children from March 15 to 19. These take place at the Arts Resource Centre in Oshawa. There is a junior session (for children 7 to 10) from 10 a.m. to noon and an intermediate program (for those 11 to 13) from one p.m. to three p.m. Seniors (age 14 to 17) can participate in their program from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Adults can also join in the fun. Theatre classes for anyone over 18 wishing to refine or explore their dramatic abilities take place from March 24 to April 28 at Central Collegiate, Oshawa. For brb- chures, registration forms or information, call 623-8657. "* PUPPETS PERFORM - The Join Hands Puppet Theatre will be playing at die next Community Cushion concert series taking place in the Hampton Jr. Public School. The show begins at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 6. This story by the Join Hands Puppet Theatre is set in the Amazon Rainforest. " THE HOBBIT - Students from the Theatre Arts Program at Durhajn Christian High School will be presenting an adaptation of "The Hobbit." this week. It's called There and Back Again: A Hobbit's Holiday. The performances performances take place from Thursday, February 25, to Saturday, February 27. Show times arc 7:30 p.m. on Thursday and Friday night, with llic Until performance at 8 p.m. Saturday. Tickets arc available at the door. All performances arc at the Durham Christian High School gymnasium. J OUR MAN IN NEWCASTLE! Tim is a lifelong resident of the Town of Newcastle, having attended Newcastle Public School and Clarke High School. Tim Invites Ills many friends and customers to drop In to see him. 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