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( Pace 6 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanvillc, March 26,1997 A Your Guide To: Health, Hobbies and Entertainment J Green Thumbs Get Summer with Herb ffiofpw m by Lorraine Manfredo Staff Writer Forget the groundhogs and the robins. The surest sign of spring is when green-thumbs get that old familiar itch to get out in the garden. About 30 eager gardeners turned out to Rckkcr's Garden Gallery at Maple Grove on Saturday, March 8th, to hear Tim Freeman talk about growing herbs. His presentation was the first in a series of five free information seminars this spring at Rekker's designed to give new and veteran gardeners gardeners all kinds of ideas. Tim Freeman, who runs Freeman Herb Centre in Beamsville, told the audience growing herbs is not as difficult difficult as one might think. "It's quite simple and the best way to start is to experiment," he says. There are so many herbs to choose from -- flowering ones pretty enough for the perennial garden, lemon- scented ones ideal for walkways, walkways, herbs to grow inside apartment windows and ones to liven up salads; vegetables, soups, stuffings and roasts. Mr. Freeman recommends fresh anise, caraway, coriander coriander or dill in a salad. Oregano or basil can give a boost to bean dishes, and fennel or lemon thyme add zing to fish. In addition to information about basic feeding and care of herbs, Freeman offered tips on how to finally turn backyard herbs into indoor plants after the growing season. season. A good way to gradually acclimatize the plants is to leave them outside during the. day and bring them indoors at night until they get used to the indoor climate. As far as plant-loving bugs go, Freeman says herbs arc not immune from the little pests, except maybe feverfew. But, a few bugs outdoors arc nothing to worry about, he says. Rarely will a gardener get a devastating infestation outdoors, outdoors, but indoor plants arc more vulnerable because they may be the only source of bug food. In that case, Freeman suggests a mild detergent bath. Tip the whole plant pot- sidc-up and immerse the upended plant in a tub of lukewarm, soapy water. Immediately rinse in the same manner using clean,' fresh water. Herbs of all varieties are available at Rckker's Garden Gallery Upcoming seminars at Rekker's include Hanging Baskets on Saturday, April 12; Perennials on April 19; Interlocking Walks and Patios on April 26; Water Gardening on May 3. Seminars start at 11:00 a.m. Admission is free. IDEAS SHARED -- Tim Freeman demonstrates plastic tree guard filled with gravel can be inserted centre of a planter to help hold the soil. It was just the clever ideas that came up during Mr. Freeman's herb seminar at Rekker's Garden Gallery. rograms For Children at the Library Babytime Babies ages 1-23 months and their parents or caregivers are invited to join us for a half-hour of songs and finger- plays! This program will be held at the Bowmanville: Briinch on Fridays, April 4 25, from 10:30 - 11:00 a.ni. Registration begins Tuesday, March 25 at 10:00 a.m. Darlington Port Marina Hotel yoiil M on Seut&i Suttdacy, 30 Brunch 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Sausages, French Toast, Waffles, Home Fries, Perogies, Chicken, Ribs, Ham, Meatballs, Vegetables, Salad Bar, Rolls; Butter, Apple and Orange Juice, Tea, Coffee. $10.95 plus taxes for Adults $5.95 plus taxes for Children under 10 years Family Evening Buffet Menu 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Beef sliced from the Roast, Sliced Turkey, Ham, Sparc Ribs, Chicken, Pork, Potato, Vegetables, Salad Bar, Rolls, Butter and Dessert Table, Coffee, Tea. $14.95 plus taxes for Adults $7.50 plus taxes for Children under 10 years Reservations Required - 623-4925 70 Port Darlington Road, Bowmanville OJ.P. Please register in person at the Bowmanville Branch or call 623-7322 to register by phone, after 10:00 a.m. that morning. Tales for Twos Designed for children ages 24-35 months, this program will be held at the Newcastle Village Branch on Thursdays, from April 24-May 29, 7:00 to 7:30 p.m. Join us for 30 minutes of stories, songs and finger plays! Due to the nature of the program, adult accompaniment is required. Registration begins Tuesday, April 15, at 1:00 p.m. You can register in person or call 987- 4844 after 1:00 p.m. on April 15. Pre-school Storytimes Pre-school Storytime continues continues at the Bowmanville Branch, on Wednesdays to April 9, 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. and Thursdays to April 10, 1:15 to 1:45 p.m. At the Newcastle Village Branch this program is held on Wednesdays to April 9, from 1:30 to 2:00 p.m. Bedtime Storytime Bedtime Storytime continues continues at the Newcastle Village Branch on Thursdays to April 10, 7:00 to 7:30 p.m. No registration registration is required for these programs; parents are required to remain in the building during the entire program. BRIDES-TO-BE... Planning a Wedding? Come and meet the Wedding Experts. TOelcome "Waym Bridal Fashion Show Admission is FREE, but by invitation only. To obtain your personal invitation for you and your mother or guest, please give us a call. Phone: 623-5873 Place: Bowmanville Lions Centre Time: 7 p.m. Daté: Wednesday, April 2nd Look wlwt WELCOME WAGON has in store for you... • Free Admission • Exciting Door Prizes LI/ELCOME 4 • Special Displays • A Gift Bag for Every Bride AGON SlNCIt 1930 OJ.P. Driftwood Theatre Group Planning Auditions for Shakespeare Production Better brush up your Shakespeare if you want a chance in the limelight this summer. The Oshawa-based Driftwood Theatre Group will be holding holding auditions for its summer 1997 production of Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing from Friday, April 25 to Sunday, April 27. Aspiring young actors and actresses can phone 576-2396 to book an audition time. The Driftwood Theatre Group is a non-profit organization and this will be its third year touring municipal parks throughout throughout Durham with its Shakespeare in the park productions. Cast hopefuls arc asked to prepare one short classical monologue and a tune to be sung without accompaniment (or bring your own) for their audition. A resume and photo for identification purposes are also required. The Driftwood Theatre is also seeking a stage manager (a paid position) and other non-paying support staff. Murder Mystery at Port of Newcastle Students Learn Free Enterprise how a in the one of recent Dorothy Monreal and Harry Wood arc pictured during their performance at a Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre presentation presentation hosted by the Port of Newcastle Friday evening, A good time was enjoyed by all participants and proceeds from the evening will go towards community projects of the Newcastle Optimist Club, Area high school students in their third or fourth year can take advantage of an opportunity to participate in a hands-on experience in free enterprise this spring. For the past 11 years, the Rotary Clubs of Bowmanville, Brighton, Campbellford, Colbornc and Port Hope have welcomed youth to "Camp Enterprise," an intensive four-day program program designed to foster an interest in free enterprise, business careers and the art of communication. The program will be held at Trent University May 8 to 11. Students participate in a variety of workshops, ranging from labor negotiations to running a corporation. While the session is designed as a working weekend, weekend, the program includes many recreational activities. Cost to attend is $40. Students who wish to find The Key To Good Health! A vegetarian diet is one of the keys to health and long life. You can learn how to prepare tasty and healthy vegetarian meals next month with the Healthy Choices Vegetarian Cooking Classes in Bowmanville. The classes are to be held at the Bowmanville Seventh-day Adventist Church, 2850 Hwy. 2, Bowmanvillc. They will teach what is healthy to eat and what tastes good, too. Sponsored as a community service of the Bowmanville Seventh-day Adventist Church, these vegetarian cooking classes arc designed to help those who attend learn some of the keys to healthier eating. The six classes start on Tuesday, April 8, at 6:30 p.m. As class size is limited, pre-registration has definite advantages. At this very popular seminar, attendees see, touch, taste and hear how vegetarianism, when approached safely and sanely, sanely, will result in many pleasant pleasant benefits. Phone 623-6031 for information or registration. CTN'EPLEX ODEON --A&fe* ( INI MAOUIDF Clarington Place Cinemas BOWMANVILLE SAT -SUN SMOUDAY AAATINEES 5*J99 r AAZX lit 41 t 1 . S/J99 STILL 1/2 PRICE TUESDAY»ONLY s 4 25 SHOWTIMES EFFECTIVE MAR. 28 APR. 3, 1997 Return of The Jedi (PG] Doily 7:25, 10:00; Fri. • Mon. Mois. 1:00,4:05 (DOLBY DIGITAL) Turbo - Power Rangers Movie (PG) 7:10, 9:10; Fri. - Mon. Mais. 12:45, 2:45,4:45 (DOLBY DIGITAL) Empire Strikes Back (PG) 7:15, 9:55; Fri.-Mon. Mais. 1:15,4:10 (DOLBY DIGITAL) liar Liar (RG) 7:30,8:00,9:35,10:00; Fri.-Mon. Mais. 1:00,2:00,3:10, 4:00,5:10 (No Passes) (DTS DIGITAL) Dante's Peak (PG) 7:40,10:00; Fri. - Mon. Mats. 1:20, 3:45 (DTS) Sixth Man (PG) 7:45,10:00; Fri. - Mon. Mats. 1:05,3:30 Devil's Own (AA) 7:00, 9:35; Fri.- Mon. Mats. 1:45,4:15 (No Passes) Donnie Brosco (AA) 7:00, 9:40; Fri. - Mon. Mais, 2:00,4:30 Jungle 2 Jungle (PG) 7:30,9:45; Fri. - Mon. Mats. 12:45, 3:05, 5:15 (DOLBY DIGITAL) Selena (PG) 7:15, 9:55; Fri. • Mon. Mats. 1:15,4:10 out more about Camp high school principal or con- Entcrprisc should talk to their tact the local Rotary Club. Trent Offers Summer Courses Trent University will offer 17 courses this summer in Oshawa at the Durham College campus. Degree courses arc available in 12 subjects. By studying in Oshawa alone, a student can obtain a degree in any of nine subjects: anthropology, cultural studies, economics, English, environmental studies, history, political .studies, psychology and sociology. Courses arc offered during the day and in the evening in six-, eight-, and 12-wcek sessions. Register by April 15 for the eight- and 12-wcek sessions starting April 28; by June 15 for the six-wcck sessions beginning July 2. For more information on courses, admission policy and registration, call Trent's information office in Oshawa at 905- 723-9747 or in Peterborough at 705-748-1229. > 3 time Juno Male Vocalist • 3 time CCMA Male Vocalist CAPITOL THEATRE - Port Hope Sunday, May 4 - 7 p.m. Reserved Seating $20.00^ (G.S.T. inch plus $1.00 handling) at the Box Office (M-F, 9-5) or call: 885-1071,800-434-5092 /\ Slumtem Production ©J.P. Healthy 'Food Choices Vegetarian Cooking Classes i TXiesday! and, ïTtiursday evenings April 8,10,15,17,22,24 liir • 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. ' .. Bowmanville Seventh-day Adventist Church (Hwy. #2 at Lambs Rd.) I To Register call 623-6031 Cost $50,(spouse, may attend free) $45 if registered before April 1 ...no fooling! Cookbook $20 Demonstrations, videos, lots of healthy, helpful information ... and tasty samples! Port Darlington / ç Marina-Hotel : 70 Port Darlington Rd., Bowmanville Durham Region's Most Unique Waterfront Location Offers Friendly Staff and the Marina Menu with unique selections - as well as all the region's favourites ~ Choose from a fabulous array of ~ ♦ Appetizers -f Soups > Salads ♦ Sandwiches -f Burgers > Pasta and the Hearty Dinner Entrée Selections ♦♦♦♦♦♦ Saturday Evenings include the sounds of some of the area's Top Entertainers This Saturday, March 29th Easter Long Weekend Dine and Dance to the music of J For table reservations call 905-623-4925 j ©J.P. JUNGLE CAT WORLD Sflnùtÿ Special $6 Get. c O Adults, $3 - Children Under two free Pet deer, goats, rabbits and more! Admire the cute Animal Babies Playground - Picnic Facilities and Gift Shop Don't miss the FEAST OF THE BEASTS everyday at 1:30 p.m. Open dally 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 7AAF \ AO) FA I È. On HWY, 35/115 and S.E. Corner of Taunton Rd. I U) I #0 J e )U 10 7 Miles North of HWY. 401, Orono, ON OJ.P.