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6 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanvillc, Wednesday, June 2,1993 Section Two A Weekly Report from the Village of Newcastle Editors: Jack and Hazel Grago - 987-4201 z Week-end Visitors in Enniskillen Last Monday ihc editors called on her cousin Barb Glover, who resides at Wilmot Creek. As we were watching watching colourful male goldfinch at the bird feeder, an indigo bunting came twice to give us all the thrill of a lifetime. lifetime. On Sunday, May 23rd, George and Diane Gray of Whitby and Greg and Cathy Gray of Peterborough hosted a surprise birthday party at the former's home in honour of their mother, Vicki Gray. About thirty friends attended from Ancastcr, Hamilton, Hamilton, Oshawa, Richmond Hill, Peterborough Peterborough and Newcastle and gave Vicki a wonderful time. Grandchildren Grandchildren must really know how to keep a secret! On Sunday evening the Newcastle Lions held their fourth annual barbecue barbecue chicken dinner which was enjoyed enjoyed by many. Comments were heard about the beautiful new drapes hung in the Great Hall on Friday. Birthday greetings to Daniel Andrews, Andrews, Julie Wight, Pat Belsey, Marlene Marlene Murray, Joan Taylor, George Rickard, Valerie Rudman, Jean Holmes, Florence Tillson, Jeff Rickard, Rickard, Garnet Smith, Tara.Gamier and Janet Paedcn. Congratulations and best wishes to these wedding anniversary observers: observers: Jean and Glenn Allin, Jean and Jack Holmes, Reverend and Mrs. Thomas Smith who reside in Wing- ham. On Thursday Mr. Albert Pearce, accompanied by his sister Peggy Visser, Visser, of Toronto, visited Mr. and Mrs. Ken Pearce, Orangeville. On Saturday Saturday afternoon Albert and Peggy enjoyed enjoyed a ball game in Kendal in which Albert's grandson Jeff participated . To round out the weekend they enjoyed enjoyed the Lions barbecue chicken dinner on Sunday. Congratulations arc extended to Wanda Hutchinson and James Adams Adams who were united in marriage at Orono United Church on Saturday, May 29. Reverend Donald Stiles officiated. officiated. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Murray and Colleen of Frankford, were weekend visitors with Mr. Arthur Bcdwin and Fred, Lake Shore. Several Newcastle ladies attended the Down Memory Lane bridal fashion fashion show presented at Newtonville United Church on Tuesday, May 25th. Supplying organ music was Cory Kuipers and Arline Ayre sang A Wedding Hymn by Handel and I Love You Truly. From the first model, model, Donna Wagg Dcnrett who was wed to Terry on May 1, 1993, to the last - Doreen Wood who modelled her mother-in-law's gown of April 13, 1927, there were many beautiful wedding dresses in this fashion show. By the way, Doreen's mother-in-law is Myrtle Hancock who wed Wesley Wood. Miss Leslie Wcstheuser modelled modelled her grandmother's wedding dress - a figured crepe worn by Edna Mercer who married Henry Thickson on June 24th, 1929. Miss Mary Higgins Higgins wore Ada Fall's wedding dress when she wed Lew Hallowcll on November November 24, 1934. There were about fifty other gowns in the parade. Hats off to the slim ladies who can still get into those special dresses! Wedding memorabilia was on display down- staircs where attendants enjoyed refreshments. refreshments. A lot of work for the ladies ladies involved, but a great show! On Friday, May 28, 1993, Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Powell and Mrs. Helen Marklc of Oshawa, went to Waterloo to attend the graduation exercises when granddaughter Alyssa Marklc of Scarborough received her Bache lor of Science degree. To celebrate, the Markles and Powells dined at Ed's Warehouse, Toronto. On Saturday, Beth and Wayne Marklc, Scarborough, entertained' their families in honour of daughter Alyssa. Miss Judy Powell, Bowman- ville, Stan and Kathleen Powell were included in this family celebration. On Saturday the Newcastle Lioness Lioness held a garage sale at the home of Lioness Kay Powell. Miss Bertha Armour, Hampton, visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. George Buckley. Sympathy is extended to relatives and friends of Mr. William Call who passed away on the weekend. On Thursday evening Mrs, Pauline Pauline Storks and friends enjoyed Shirley Shirley Valentine at the St. Lawrence Centre Theatre, Toronto. On Saturday Mrs. Pauline Storks attended an MEA executive meeting in Kingston. Mr. and Mrs. Phil Williams enjoyed enjoyed the weekend in Ottawa visiting Phil's sister, Mr. and Mrs. Collins. Mr. and Mrs. Ron Burley helped to celebrate grandson Michael's 17th birthday on Sunday in Ajax. Mr. and Mrs. Bob Burley and children, Oshawa joined the family circle at Bruce's. Mr. John Scott visited on Sunday with his wife Wilma who is progressing progressing favourably after knee surgery in the Orthopedic and Arthritis Hospital in Toronto. Mr. and Mrs. Reid Wood Newtonville, Newtonville, and his mother Gladys enjoyed Sunday evening dinner at Mr. and Mrs. Jack Pye-Finch's home, Scarborough. Scarborough. Mr. and Mrs. Donald Burley Wingham spent the weekend . with Mrs. May Burley and Arthur Clark. On Monday they visited Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Clark, Wcsleyville. On Thursday afternoon Alf and Hazel Pigott, Orono, visited Mr. and Mrs. Ron Burley. After the Lions BBQ dinner on Sunday evening, Mr. and Mrs. Garnet Garnet Rickard, Bowmanvillc, Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Rickard, Port Perry and Mr. and Mrs. Fred Farr, Thornhill, visited Mr. and Mrs. Brcnton Rickard. Rickard. St. George's Anglican Church On Whitsunday, May 30, Communion Communion was at eight and eleven. At eleven the choir's anthem was the spiritual, Let Us Break Bread. The Altar flowers were in memory of loved ones, given by Pippa and Denis Schmicgelow. Everyone is busy getting ready for the mammoth Yard Sale including Pic Sale and Lunch this coming Saturday, Saturday, June 5; It will take place on the church grounds and Parish Hall, This coming Sunday, June 6, Early Early Service is cancelled and Lay Reader Reader Oakley Peters will take the Service of Morning Prayer and give the sermon, sermon, at eleven. The Rector will be away on a special course in the United United States. On Tuesday evening, May 25th, the Altar Guild held a party at the home of Doris Peters. Twelve members members were in attendance when the rector's rector's wife, Mrs. Helen Hall was presented presented with a going-away gift. United Church On Pentecost Sunday, May 30th, beautiful arrangements of apple blossoms blossoms were placed in Newcastle United United Church. Lay Reader was Robyn Ewcrt and the sermon, Peace Be With You was given by intern minister, Harold Kenyon, Kenyon, who stressed forgiveness is peace. The junior choir sang the Lord's Prayer and the Benediction while the senior choir rendered the anthem, The Nearness of Jesus. The children's story was told by Shirley Coyle - Pentecost's spirit as wondrous wondrous as seeds producing radishes. Following the service, the annual church Picnic was held at the home of Erla and Francis Jose. Sunday, June 6, is Conference Sunday when Tim Campbell will be speaker. On Sunday evening, May 30th, at Newcastle United Church, Clarington East Ministerial presented an ecumenical ecumenical celebration of Pentecost, the Birthday of the church. Participating in the service were: Tonic Bclfontaine, members of the choir, Ken Richards, Father Vic Valles, all of St. Francis of Assisi roman roman Catholic Church; Reverend Markus Lise, Chaplain, Whitby Psychiatric Psychiatric Hospital and Associate Pastor, Pastor, Rchoboth Christian Reformed Church, Reverend David Black, Newtonville Kendal Shiloh United Churches, Reverend Dr. Mcrvyn Russell, Orono Kirby United Churchs, Reverend George Maham, Newcastle Pentecostal Church, Earl Jose, Marie Pcdwcll, Dorothy Payne and Reverend Donald Stiles, all of Newcastle United Church. Refreshments were served following following the service. 31 Lions and 2 guests were present for the May 26th dinner meeting of the Newcastle Lions Club. The United Church Women served an excellent dinner as usual. President Mike Carter chaired the meeting, and after dinner asked Lion Dave Gibson to introduce the Guest speaker. Jim Cry derm an is a member of the 4 Bowmanvillc Lions Club and teaches Special Education at Courtice Secondary Secondary School. In 1992 for their part in the International Olympic Torch Bearers Program, Canada decided to send members of the Special Olympic Olympic Organization. As a Special Olympic Olympic Volunteer with many credits, Jim was chosen to chaperon, one of the torch bearers. Jim has been a volunteer coach and co-ordinator for the Special Olympic Organization for many years, a position which was evident, is close to his heart. With videos, Jim showed the Lions how hard these mentally disabled athletes work to earn medals and recognition for their country. He also shared the honor with the Lions of being able to go to Spain and participate in the torch run. After a superb presentation, Jim* was thanked by Lion Howard Quin-f ncy and presented with a momento pDj- his visit to the Newcastle Lions. A postcard was read from Mo- j ' nique Cravenger the exchange student student sponsored partially by the Newcastle Newcastle Lions. Monique wrote from Holland and commented that she is a bit sad that her year is coming to an end but she is looking forward to seeing seeing her friends and family this summer. summer. Lion Murray Paterson reported • that the new baseball diamond that' the Club is building at the Newton- ; ville Public School is on track and should be finished soon. The next meeting of the Newcastle Newcastle Lions Club will be the "Annual ! Wild Goose Hunt" on June 10th. This is a "year end" trip to a destination, known only by the program co- 1 ordinator, the Lion's year ends on June 30th and the new Executive will be inducted on June 23rd. Maple Grove UCW ; Holds May Meeting With 12 Attending President Ruth Gcddcs welcomed 12 members to the Maple Grove UCW meeting on May 20th at 8:30 p.m. in the CE Hall. We opened with the Purpose and Lord's Prayer. Minutes Minutes from ihc previous meeting were read and approved. Ruth expressed "thank-yous" to all who helped with the Masons Dinners. The Treasurer's report was given, followed by various various other reports. Plans for our joint U.C.W. Sunday service with Ebenezer were discussed for June 6th at 9:30 a.m. at Maple Grove. Our guest speaker will he Shirley Coyle of Newcastle. Our June outing is still to be decided decided and members will be called. The evening's worship service was entitled "Windows in Dark Places." Places." We began by singing "For the . Enniskillen News Mr. and Mrs. Andre Comeillier attended attended the Burling-Sawtell wedding at the Manor at Carrying Place at the Golf and Country Club at Kcttleby, Ontario. Miss Betty Wright spent the evening with Alison and Paul. Mr. and Mrs. Rick Crevicr, Alicia and Tanya had their friends over on Sunday, Sincere sympathy goes to Mr. and Mrs. Jim Mackenzie and family on the sudden death of his brother. Brian and Judy, Jcnney and Ashley Ashley Hall, Bayfield, arc spending a weeks holiday with their parents Joyce and Ralph Virtue. * Mrs. Murray Sanderson, Raglan, was a Sunday visitor of Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Wright and Betty. Mr. and Mrs. Dick Howe with Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Dickson, Bewdlcy spent the long weekend with Mr. and Mrs. Roger Dickson, Carp. Mrs. Myrtle Tamblyn and Mrs. Wilfrid Bowman were Victoria Day dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Eric .Bowman and family and Thursday luncheon guests of Mr. and Mrs. George Wolfe, Port Perry. Bob Richardson, Thunder Bay, is spending a week with John and Jean Richardson, Lotus, and visiting with Ralph and Joyce Virtue, Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Wright and Betty enjoyed the County Town Singers Program at Columbia United Church on Sunday evening. Mr. and Mrs. George Carson were visitors this week with Miss Myrtle Tamblyn and Mrs. Wilfrid Bowman who were Sunday supper guests of Mrs. Clifford Naylor, Columbus and all attended the County Town Singers Program that night. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Avery, Oshawa, were recent visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Avery. John and Jean Richardson and Bob were Tuesday evening birthday dinner guess of Ralph and Joyce Virtue. Virtue. Mr. Andre Comeillier. played in the Slow Pitch Ball Tournament sponsored by Ontario Hydro on Saturday Saturday in the Whitby, Oshawa area. Ian Nielsen-Jones, Sault Ste. Marie, Marie, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Doxtator and Jadcn, Peterborough were visitors visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Ron Sombcrgcr, Jessica and Alexandra. Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Piggott and Laura attended a family gathering on May 24th at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Scott Lyon and family Oshawa the occasion being Tyler's first birthday. birthday. . Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Avery were Sunday visitors of Mrs. Doreen Westlake, Solina. Mr. and Mrs. Todd Milford and Jordan, Newtonville, Mr. and Mrs. Brian Stainton, Hampton, Mr. and Mrs. Steve Thompson, Miss Elva Orchard, Orchard, Bowmanvillc were Friday supper supper guests of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Stainton, celebrating Clarence and Brian's birthdays and Sherri's and Brian's first anniversary. Congratulations Congratulations folks. Bernie and Melanie Wicker and Jordan, Town Line Road, were Saturday Saturday evening visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Carlo Bortolazzo. Mrs. Art Cormeir, Alex and Benjamine, Benjamine, Fleetwood, Miss Donna Worry Worry spent the weekend in Sudbury with Mr. and Mrs. David Cecchetto and family. Mrs. Len Stainton spent the weekend weekend with Mr. and Mrs. Rob Landon and Jeremy, Oshawa. Mr. and Mrs. Dick Howe visited Rick and Sherry Howe and family, Newtonville for Sunday supper. Miss Betty Wright was a visitor of Alaina And Carissa Sharpe. Mr. and Mrs. Art Leadbcater visited visited Mr. and Mrs. Grant Hickson of Lindsay area and Mr. Charles Sanderson, Sanderson, Fraservillc. June 6th - Conference Sunday, Reverend Kelly will be away. The U.C.W. will be presenting the service service this Sunday. Note - June 12th - the Enniskillen Stewards with help from the U.C.W. are planning a Yard and Bake Sale. Anyone ■ wishing to donate anything for this sale please leave it with Don and Phyllis McGregor on Road 57 or on June 11th in the evening along' with your baking. June 13th - Sacrament of Holy Communion will be held. June 13th - Enfield United Church 116th anniversary will be held at 2 p.m. Ribbon Cutting Opens New Facility in Newcastle A special new room was recently opened at the Newcastle Village Heath Care Centre by the President of the Seniors' Association, Archie Archie Cameron; Activities Assistant, Diane Alldread; and Durham MP Ross Stevenson. The Drop-in-Centre provides a place for centre residents residents to bake for themselves, since it contains a refrigerator and stove and plenty of cookware and bakeware. Residents can also use thé room to have a cup of coffee and a snitek or to entertain guests in a more home-like atmosphere. The room was re-allocated to the Seniors' Seniors' Association through the New Horizons Program which paid for the refrigerator and stove, a VCR and television, the decorating of the room and items like a chesterfield and chairs, a wooden kitchen table and chairs and craft supplies. CAR & TRUCK AUDI Hwy. 115, Newcastle 5 km. North of 401 on East Side Business Hours Mon. - Fri. - 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. Sat. and Sun. - 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. FREE INSTALLATION ON ANY OF OUR COMPONENTS First Prize Winner in Spring Flower Show Picture a lovely bouquet of flowers with tulips, ulyssum ami yellow yellow forgct-mc nots, and grape hyacinths called "Country Retreat." It is obvious lhal First Prize winner Hazel C'rano could. Her bouquet was one of Hie many dial were entered in die Spring Flower Show ai die Newcaslle Village Horticultural Society meeting recently. Beauty of Ihc Earth." Scrmture was read from Micah 7: verses 7-9. Kathy. Makxam and Ruth Geddcs read the •devotional which said that we can light up another person's life with just a kind word or deed. This will leave them with the hope and joy to become a blessing in turn to others who need it. The hymn "God Reveals His Presence" was sung and then Kathy Kathy closed with a prayer. For our program, Edna Laird showed some ofher wonderful nature slides. Her theme was "Be Aware" and she divided the slices into two groups: 1. Nature...the glorious beauty of flowers and animals, and 2. Patterns,..focusing on both the constant and variable patterns all around us, in the spider's web, in the clouds above, even in the architecture of our buildings. We all thoroughly enjoyed ihe presentation. Following the Mlzpah Benediction, we enjoyed lunch and fellowship. Press Sect. Kathy Makxam !