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12 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanvillc, Wednesday, August 21,1996 flB r . :■? v â 1 ; ; ? i Al . v. V Church Hosts Tour of Homes and Gardens m '(HsSjf _ N L , ; i »ar J s«4 New Colors For Old Door Duane Berry applies a coat of primer paint to the front doors of Trinity United Church last week before finishing finishing the job off with a final, darker coat of "heritage green". There's more color in the rear, Duane tells us, with the terrace gardens in glorious bloom. by Lorraine Manfred» Who hasn't pictured what their dream home might look like? Well, nine local couples arc no longer dreaming. And, come September 22 they will be giving the public an inside look at their special residences. This is the third year that a local House Tour has been organized by Trinity United Church. It's a 'salt and pepper' mix this year of historic and contemporary contemporary homes, says Gail Berry, lour organizer. Four of the seven century homes featured dale back to the 1850's and three arc representative representative of the period approaching approaching the turn of the century. century. The remaining two homes on the lour arc gorgeous gorgeous examples of modern architecture. "These arc all exceptional homes; all very distinctive," says Gail Berry. "They have risen above the ordinary." She anticipates about 800 people will take the tour. Tickets arc S12 and about half have been sold so far. Tickets will be exchanged the day of the lour at Trinity United for a map and description description of showcased homes. One great thing about the August, 19 Bike Heist - Unknown suspects went inside a garage on Lawrence Cres. in Bowmanvillc Bowmanvillc and removed a 21- speed mountain bike valued at $2,000. Mower Hurts Boy - A 4- ycar-old boy received serious injuries to his left leg when he was reportedly run over by a riding lawn mower while visiting a neighbor's residence. residence. August 18 Dog Killed - A citizen alerts police to a licence plate found on the ,7th Concession where a dog was hit and killed. Thrown Bottle -- A report of mischief was filed with police police following an incident in which the complainant's windshield was smashed by a thrown beer bottle. A group of 15 youths was seen in the area. August 17 Mending Fences - A resident resident in the Scugog Road area complained on August 17th around 8:30 in the morning morning that boards in his fence were broken by vandals. It was reported that 15 youths were seen doing the damage. Baseline Break-In - An attempted entry was made at the storage units on Baseline Road E. A number of units had the locks broken but no entry was gained., August 16 Sitter's Surprise - A houscsillcr looking after a neighbor's home in Bowmanvillc Bowmanvillc reported that unknown suspects broke into the house and made off with VCR and stereo equipment. The sitter was not in the home at the time of the entry. August 15 School Vandals - Dr. Emily Stowe Public School in Courticc sustained approximately approximately 51,000 damage when unknown suspects vandalized Police Investigate Break-ins Durham Regional Police at 16 Division in Bowmanvillc Bowmanvillc report that a number of break-ins and attempted burglaries burglaries have plagued the downtown area over the past week. On Thursday, August 15 there was a break and enter at Van Dyk's Realty on Scugog Street, although nothing was reported missing. On the 17lh of August there was an attempted break in at a variety store on Division Division Street and on Monday, August 19lh it was reported that thieves broke into the Medical Centre on Scugog Street and took money. a school window and a portable. portable. Hot Wheels - A vehicle reported stolen in Oshawa on August 14th was recovered the next day on Concession #8 cast of Haydon. The interior interior of the vehicle had been set on fire. tour is that visitors can design their own route. Half of the homes can be a walking adventure, says Berry, Berry, and the others arc just a few minutes drive from the church. One might start in the north with the renovated farm home of Paul and Susan Morris Morris on Concession 4. The couple have retained the traditional traditional 'L' shape of this 1880 c. farm home and embellished embellished it with beautiful bay windows and a large addition. addition. Trinity United Church Holds House Tour September^ 22 Contrast this history with a stop at the modern Buttery Court bungalow of Don and Linda Hargcsl located in the lovely Scugog Road neighborhood. neighborhood. While there, have a look at Linda's quills and the couple's collection of limited edition prints. From here, pay a visit to the Peytons on Queen Street. Theirs is a wonderful example example of a typical stately home of the 1900's. Wendy and Wayne have cultivated a beautiful perennial garden not to be missed. Follow up with a slop in at the Ontario Street home of Patti and Steve Norrish which dates back to 1859. Be sure to visit Patti's lower level folk art studio and don't miss this opportunity to see Steve's hand-era fled furniture. Keith and Nancy Swan on Concession Street will lead lours through their 1850's home. It is the oldest on the House Tour. Keith will show off his workshop in the original original carriage house where he creates carved wooden signs. Also featured on the lour is the farm of Tom and Sally Barrie on Concession Street E. The working farm features a fine example of a typical Ontario farmhouse. Back on Liberty Street discover discover the renovated home of Shirley and Neale McLean. This 1850's era house was in serious disrepair and slated for demolition until the couple stepped in and took on the task of rebuilding it from the inside out. Wind up the tour with the Zolumoffs five-year-old waterfront waterfront home. Take in the spectacular view from this choice site bordered by Lake Ontario and the marsh. Gary and Ronni Zolumoff have decorated their magnificent home on a budget and arc keen to share their resourceful resourceful and creative tips with the public. "There is something for everyone on this lour," Berry says. Itinerary Includes Six Century Homes and Some Contemporary Residences House guides will describe describe the colorful history of each homes, and reveal as much as they can about the area and the daily lives of previous owners Guests will appreciate the rich architectural heritage from artful cornices to unique stonework to modern conven iences. Many will delight in the antique furnishings and enjoy picking up ideas on general decor. "It's a day of dreams," says Berry. "People can escape escape reality for the day and come away with ideas for their own homes." Ticket sales from the Trinity Trinity United House Tour will help purchase new floor and carpeting for the upper rooms of the church hall and landscaping. landscaping. A light lunch will be served the day of the House Tour at the church between 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Cost is S4. House Tour tickets arc available by mail through Home Enhancement Services (623-1135) or in person at James Insurance, 26 King St. E., or at Trinity Church office. office. ON TOUR - One of eight distinctive homes to be featured on the 1996 Trinity United United Church House Tour on Sunday, September 22, is the Queen Street residence of Wendy and Wayne Peyton. The home dales back to lhc-1900's. The Peytons have lived in the house for the past four years and have cultivated a gorgeous perennial garden in the front. Tickets for the tour arc still available. Call 623-1135 for more infonnalion. Jazz Cats Perform at Barbecue Doug Watson plays tenor saxophone and Ed Morion is on drums during last week's barbecue in the Orono Park. Both musicians arc members of the Jazz Cats, a quartet that includes (not shown) Donna Barber on keyboard keyboard and Eric Brydges, bass guitar. The group provided dinner music to the hundreds in attendance ai the August 14th barbecue which is a fund-raiser for the Orono Arena. Arena.