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10 The Independent, Canadian Statesman Weekender, Bowmanville, Saturday, January 8,1994 FORUM ON OAK RIDGES MORAINE - The public is invited to attend an open forum on January 11 to learn more about the Oak Ridges Moraine. The moraine, which stretches from the Niagara Escarpment to the Trent River, is one of the most sensitive and significant landforms in Ontario. Due to increasing development pressures, the provincial government has launched a planning study which would lead to a long-term strategy for the environmental protection and management of the moraine within the Greater Greater Toronto Area. The January 11 meeting takes place at the Orono Town Hall at 7:45 p.m. The forum is being hosted by SAGA (Save the Ganaraska Again) and a citizens' advisory committee which is working on a strategy to protect the moraine. The upcoming meeting is your opportunity to also voice any questions or concerns you might have. Your input will be used in decisions which will affect the future protection of this environmentally significant significant land. BIG BROTHERS' OPEN HOUSE - The Big Brothers of Clarington will be holding an Open House on Tuesday, January 11, from 4 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. It is at their new address at 23 Scugog St., in Bowmanville. The Open House also marks a change in the organization's name to Big Brothers of Clarington. BOWMANVILLE ZOO CELEBRATES 75TH YEAR -This year represents represents the 75th anniversary of the Bowmanville Zoo. Sometimes described as "the little giant of family entertainment," the zoo offers visitors memorable, one-on-one experiences with animals. And, there are the added attractions of children's carnival rides, picnic areas, a gift shop, and a licensed restaurant. restaurant. The zoo has been introducing the wonders of the animal kingdom to millions of visitors since 1919. Its normal months of operation are from May to October. ST. JOHN AMBULANCE COURSES - A number of St. John Ambulance Ambulance courses in child and infant CPR, first aid, and basic rescuer training are being offered in the Durham Region this month. The courses will be offered offered in Oshawa, Whitby and Ajax. For details, please call 434-7800. •••••••••••■ CHILD CARE DISCUSSED - Critical issues related to child care in the Durham Region will be discussed at two upcoming meetings. One is at the YMCA, 269 Queen St., Port Perry, on January 10 and the other is on Tuesday, Tuesday, January 11, at 1400 Bayly St., in Pickering. Both sessions run from 6:15 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. and a light supper will be provided upon arrival. Topics Topics to be discussed include independent day care providers, licensed child care, needs of school-age children, special needs, and training and community community awareness. Participants should RSVP at 427-8862 by January 5 if they plan to attend. SENIORS MEET JANUARY 11 -- All senior citizens are invited to the Bowmanville Lions Centre on January 11 for a pot luck dinner which begins begins at 5:30 p.m. The Bowmanville Seniors enjoyed a delicious Christmas dinner at St. Paul's church on December 7. Mrs. Girardi was at the piano and Mrs. Stacey led in the singing of many beautiful Christmas carols. Rev. Nancy Knox spoke on "Our Memories of Christmas" and a trio from Wil- mot Creek gave several humorous readings and sang several delightful songs. Mrs. R. Trewin gave a Christmas reading. MAYOR'S LEVEE - The annual Mayor's Levee is set for Sunday, January January 16, in the Municipal Administrative Centre, Bowmanville. The levee takes.place from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. It's an opportunity to meet Clar- ington's elected officials and municipal staff, enjoy some light refreshments, refreshments, and visit with friends and neighbours. AIDS COMMITTEE HOLDS BINGO - The AIDS Committee of Durham Durham Region will hold a Monster Bingo on Sunday, January 30, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. This event takes place at Lakeview Park, Oshawa, in the Jubilee Pavilion. There will be prizes worth $7,000 and doors open at 11 a.m. MAYOR'S LUNCHEON JANUARY 18 - The President and Board of Directors of the Oshawa and District Chamber of Commerce are inviting local local business persons to attend the 2nd Annual Mayor's Luncheon. It will be held Tuesday, January 18, at the Bowmanville Recreation Complex. This is your opportunity to meet Mayor Diane Hamre and join with her in a review of the challenges and opportunities facing the community of Clarington. The luncheon begins at noon. For reservations, call the Chamber of Commerce Commerce at 728-1683. JOINS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BOARD - The Oshawa and District Chamber of Commerce welcomes Michael Patrick, of the Bowmanville Foundry, to its Board of Directors. He is the first member of the board to be elected from Clarington. Michael Patrick brings with him the experience of running a highly successful manufacturing company. He has also been an integral part of the Clarington business community. His background includes nine years with General Motors in positions ranging from engineer to construction and maintenance superintendent and four years as Applications Engineering Manager at OCAM's Ontario Robotics Centre. He holds a bachelor of electrical engineering degree from General Motors Institute and a master of business administration degree from the University of Toronto. BOWMANVILLE ROTARY CLUB PRESENTS DINNER AND ENTERTAINMENT - On Friday, February 11, you can dine with your favourite favourite Valentine and be entertained by the Northumberland Buskers. The Buskers will entertain you with song, dance and laughter. Their repertoire includes an international mixture of song and dance. Tickets arc available from any Rotarian. Or, you can order a ticket by calling 987-5687 or 623- 7305. The social hour is at six p.m., followed by dinner at 7 and entertainment entertainment at 9. The entertainment takes place at the Flying Dutchman Hotel. All proceeds will fund the Rotary Club's community service projects and special special children. «peony, m nobody lire yon letter coraajeii the Hmkipalily of Glarioiton. Can Os at 623-3303 We've been serving 001 community since 1054. lames Publishing Company Limited King Street West - Bowmanville Publishers ol The Canadian Statesman The Independent