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Canadian Statesman (Bowmanville, ON), 22 Oct 1997, p. 19

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The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanvillc, October 22, 1997 Section Two Page 7 WED., OCTOBER 22 SUN.,OCTOBER 26 BIG SISTERS OSHAWA-WHITBY-CLAR- INGTON -- Big Sisters will be holding their monthly orientation meeting on October 22,1997 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. All interested community members are invited to attend. Our office is located located at 555 Wentworth St, E. Unit #1, Oshawa. Please call 725-9300 to reserve your seat today! U.S. COLLEGE FAIR AT COURTICE--- Over 50 American universities will be represented represented at a U.S. College Education Fair in Courtice on Wednesday, October 22. The event is at Courtice High School from 12:00 noon - 1:30 p.m. It will be of interest to high school students; parents and families; transfer students from colleges colleges and universities and graduate students. Free admission. Everyone welcome. ROAST BEEF DINNER -- The Knights of Columbus are holding a roast beef dinner at St. Francis of Assisi Parish Hall, Newcastle, on Sunday, October 26, with two sittings at 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. All arc welcome, and tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. For tickets or information call Bill Wilks 987-4940, John Gorman 983-5117, or Carl Good 987-3795. OAK RIDGES MORAINE PHOTOS -- Saga (Save the Ganaraska Again) presents Lou Wise with his Aerographics of the Oak Ridges Moraine along with specific slides of the Ganaraska area. The showing is at Kendal United Church, Wednesday, October 29th, 7:30 p.m. Refreshments will be available. Free admission. Tickets arc only 12 dollars at the door, 10 dollars in advance at Tiny's Bookstore in Oshawa and Testament Bookshop in Whitby. See the amazing Hokus Pick with special guests Soulfood 76 - November 1st. For more information call Terry at 721-8678. SAT., OCTOBER 25 BATH-A-THON -- Pet-Connection and Clipps & Crafts arc holding a bath-a-thon on Saturday, October 25 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. To book appointments appointments phone Marianne at Clipps & Crafts at 623- 1353. Proceeds go to homeless animals. ANIMAL SHELTER FUND RAISER -- Pet Valu in Bowmanvillc is hosting a fund-raiser on Saturday, October 25, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. to assist in the fund-raising for a new Clarington animal shelter. There will be a BBQ with many prizes and giveaways in support of the expansion program. See you there! A COLLECTORS' SHOW AND BAKE SALE -- Will be held on Saturday, October 25th, at the Orono United Church. Admission is by a donation donation only. Some of the collections featured at the show include: royalty and dolls, salt and pepper shakers, old tools, valentines, cocoa boxes, buttons, buttons, teapots, and teddy bears. The event is hosted hosted by the U.C.W. GHOST TOWN TOUR -- Author Ron Brown will host the third Ghost Town tour, "The Goldfields of Ontario", for the Oshawa Historical Society on Saturday, October 25 from 8:30 to 4:30 p.m. This bus trip will be heading east from Oshawa to Belleville stopping at ghost mining towns. The highlight of the tour will be the stop in Eldorado. Tickets are available by contacting thé Oshawa Sydenham Museum at 436-7624 or by visiting the museum at 1450 Simcoe St. S., in Lakeview Park. MON., OCTOBER 27 ANXIETY SUPPORT GROUP -- The next meeting of the Anxiety Support Group will be held on Monday, October 27th, at Orono United Church, 1:30- 3:00 p.m. with guest speaker, Julie Chatterton on "HANDLING THE BAGGAGE", looking at unresolved emotional issues and their part in panic attacks. Everyone welcome. For information please call Janice Kroft at 623-4123. NATURALISTS MEETING . -- Durham Region Field Naturalists meet October 27, 7:30 p.m at Northview Public Library, Oshawa. Russ Powell CAO of Central Lake Conservation Authority will speak on "Natural Heritage Stewardship". You are welcome to join us. STROKE SUPPORT GROUP -- The Clarington Stroke Support Group presents "A CARING LIFESTYLE, ASSESSING YOUR RISK FACTORS" with Pat Kossatz, R.R./Lifcstylc Counsellor on Wednesday, October 29th, at Rehoboth Christian Reformed Church, 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Everyone welcome. For information please call Janice Kroft at 623-4123. FOR YOUR INFORMATION FOOD BANK STILL OPEN -- The Courtice- based Helping Hands Food Bank wishes to remind everyone that they arc still very much in operation and welcome donations and/or inquiries. They're located at 2170 Prestonvale Rd. Hours arc 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday, Wednesday and Friday. For information, please call 433-2471. HOLIDAY GIFT SHOW -- The 2nd Annual Holiday Gift Show will be held on November 1st, at Bowmanvillc High School, on Liberty Street, with over 50 vendors. Show time is 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Start your Christmas shopping early. Proceeds to benefit Ontario St. Public School. STUDIO TOUR -- The Station Gallery in Whitby holds its 6th Annual Studio/Gallery Tour on Saturday, October 25, and Sunday, October 26 from 12 noon till 5 p.m. The tour includes 27 local studios and galleries, including the Studio of Clarington photographer Rickard A. Clarke, For infonnation, call the Station Gallery at 668- 4185. CARVING CLUB HOSTS EXHIBITION -- Bowmanvillc Woodchips club presents its Annual Carving Show and Sale at the Bowmanvillc High School, 49 Liberty St., North, on Saturday, October 25, 1997. It will feature Ontario Carving Clubs, Wood and Carving Supplies, Carving and Wood Burning demonstrations. Doors open at 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.. Admission is Free! TUESDAY, OCTOBER 28 OLDER ADULT'S PROGRAM -- The Clarington Older Adult program on Tuesday, October 28, 1997 includes line dancing at 9:00 a.m., cards at 10:00 and a square dancing session at 1:00 p.m. At 10:15 a.m. a representative from Blessings Travel will talk about travel and trips in the Fall and Winter. Lunch at noon and local transportation for a nominal fee can be arranged when requested in advance by Monday noon. Programs are held at the Lions Community Centre, 26 Beech Avenue, Bowmanvillc. Phone Community Care at 623-2261. IN THE WEEKS AHEAD CANCER SUPPORT WORKSHOP -- "Feeling Your Best during Cancer Therapy" an informational workshop for people newly diagnosed diagnosed with cancer or about to begin treatment and their caregivers, takes place at 7:30 p.m. at 86 Colborne St. West in Oshawa. Learn about cancer staging, treatment, managing side effects and effective communication with your health care team, family and friends. A cancer patient who has experienced treatments will also be on hand to share personal experiences. The event is led by Stephanie Bu'rlein-Hall, R.N. BscN. Call 579- 4833 to preregister. CHILD SUPPORT EXPLAINED -- Local lawyers, sponsored by the Ministry of the Attorney General, will be leading free information information sessions to help parents understand how the new child support guidelines change the calculations calculations of child support and what the guidelines may mean to them. Registration is not required, and an information kit is available prior to the sessions. There will be a session in Bowmanvillc on Tuesday, October 28 at 7:00 p.m. It takes place at the Lions Centre, 26 Beech Avenue. COFFEE BREAK-- Do you want a morning out? We'd love to have you join us for a Women's Bible Study on Tuesdays from 9:30 - 11:15 a.m. at Rehoboth Christian Reformed Church, 130 Scugog St., Bowmanvillc. Children's programs (songs, stories, crafts, snacks) available too! Sound good? See you there or, for more information, information, call Amy (623-9918) or Shirlcne (623- 1989). RESPITE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED -- Durham Family Respite is looking for committed families who are interested in opening their home to an individual with special needs, If you are interested in taking the opportunity to create friendships by volunteering one weekend a month please call 427-3541. ELECTION '97-- Oshawa/Clarington Chamber of Commerce and The Canadian Statesman present a Clarington Mayoral Election Forum, Thursday, October 30, 1997 at the Bowmanvillc Lions Community Centre, 26 Beech St., Bowmanvillc, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. There will be answers to issues affecting local business. Time permitting there will be questions from the floor. For more information call the Chamber at (905) 728-1683. CHRISTMAS BAZAAR -- Faith United Church will be holding an Old Fashioned Christmas Bazaar, November I, from 10:00 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. at Ebenezer United Church, corner corner of Courtice Road at Bloor St. in Courtice. Shop for Christmas decorations, home baking, sewing, knitting, quilts, crafts, country store, etc. Enjoy lunch at the tearoom for $4.00 featuring a variety of sandwiches, squares, cookies, tea and coffee. Sponsored by the U.C.W. SNOWFLAKE BAZAAR -- St. John's Anglican Church is holding a Snowflake Bazaar on Saturday, November 8, from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Lunch and afternoon Tea from 11:00 a.m. - 3 p.m. There will be baking, crafts, jams, pickles, preserves, preserves, Christmas crafts, decorations, penny sale, quilt and afghan draws, Unicef cards and gifts. See you there. CHRISTMAS BAZAAR AT ST. THERESE -- The St. Therese Annual Bazaar and Raffle will be held at 3800 Courtice Road North, in the Church Hall. It's on Saturday, November 8, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Included in the day's highlights are: penny raffle, silent auction, white elephant, a very large selection of handmade crafts, children's children's activities, farmer's market, bake table, jingle jingle bell tea room for lunch plus much more. A raffle will be drawn at the close of the Bazaar, with the first prize being a weekend for two to Stage West Motel, including Dinner Theater. BEAUTIFY BOWMANVILLE -- Join the clean-up party on Sunday, November 9th from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Memorial Park Clubhouse. From the clubhouse, you can spread out to selected areas of town, with gloves, garbage bags, and recycle bins, to help do some clean-up. At 1:00 you will return to the clubhouse to celebrate with a party. Sign up by phoning 623- 1043. FUN FALL FESTIVAL -- Liberty Pentecostal Church, 1965 Martin Road North, Bowmanvillc is hosting Fun Fall Festival Friday, October 31, at 5:30 p.m. Both parents and children are invited to enjoy hallowe'en in a safe and fun environment. Games, fun, food and of course, Candy, Candy, Candy. For more information about this free event, call 623-5100. REUNION FOR "GOODYEAR GIRLS" -- "Goodyear Girl" Employees past and present are invited , to a banquet, November. If, 1997' at Memorial Park Clubhouse in Bowmanvillc, 6 ; p.m. For information contact Audrey Bate at 623- 3683. HEBRON CHURCH PRESENTS... -- The Christian rock group Hokus Pick live in concert in Oshawa, Saturday, November 1st, 8 p.m. at G.L. Roberts High School. Father and Sons Featured in Exhibition at McLaughlin Gallery An exhibition of paintings paintings by Canadian artist Jennifer Walton will open at the Robert McLaughlin Gallery in Oshawa on Thursday, 6 November and continue until Sunday, 4 January. The paintings Fathers and Sons til, #3 and ti5, Writers Donate Stories Fourteen Peterborough area writers have each donated an original story for the book Oh Me, Oh My, Omemee: Scandals and Other Stories. All proceeds from the sale of the book will go to the Kathryn Peelers Trust Fund. The book vvill be available as of October 16. The Kathryn Peelers Trust Fund was established for Kathryn, a four-year old Omcmcc resident, who has undergone extensive surgery for a rare nonmalig- nant brain tumor. The Omcmcc and District Lions Club has endorsed Oh Me, Oh My, Omemee: Scandals and Other Stories and will assist in the distribution and collection collection of monies. The writers include Shelley Jordan, David Jupe, Tom Loncrgan, John Jones, Henry Bowen, Ken Greenberg, Wcndi Morrison, Ella Jones, Lcc- Annc Stack Baldwin, Angela Falkowska, Jacqueline Hess, Tom MacDonald, Kerry Lynn Parsons, and Jude Hogan. They arc from Omcmcc, Norwood, Keene, Peterborough, Cobourg, Millbrook, Young's Point, and Lindsay. belong to a broader set of paintings of men engaged in the quintessential^ masculine activity of sport hunting. The paintings indicate the power of roles, scripts, and stereotypes over individual individual lives. Altere Terrain is a series of triptychs that speak to the history of painting using the figure in the landscape. In each, work the artist is among the figures represented. Jennifer Walton says: "For example, a soldier lies within feet of my binoculars. binoculars. Are the figures looking looking at one another or is each looking obliquely at a painting of a landscape? My gaze is shared with the viewer." A graduate of Concordia University, Montreal, Jennifer Walton has exhibited her work in major galleries across Canada. 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A gift or legacy from someone you admire makes you feel good. Take precautions In business or work matters. Go along with those who want to party. TAURUS April 21-May 21 Pay close attention to work or business. Yqu'11 liave a chance to accomplish much In a short period of Ume if you seize the opportunity from the start. De very understanding when someone else admits a mistake. Tables could be turned someday. A compliment comes from a surprise source. GEMINI May 22-June 21 De prepared for a hectic, busy Ume both at work and at home. Keep a close watch on your budget. Friends may be helping to spend your money. Start working on a project you've put off before It's too late. It won't be that bad once you gel started. Soften your criticism for best results. CANCER June 22-July 22 Once you determine what needs to be done, you will have no trouble doing ll. You'll know Just where to go to gel the Information you need. Someone you consider a friend may actually be working against you. Watch your back. Treat a friend or loved one to an evening out. You'll both feel better. LEO July 23-August 23 Now Is the lime to play by Die rules and show you're a learn player. Celling oui of line mid being flamboyant doesn't gel you where you want to be. Gel ahead by getting along. Concerns and questions about money arc answered, and you come out ahead. Splurge on a small treat for yourself. You deserve it. VIRGO August 24-Septcmber 22 Your enthusiasm spills out and makes olhers believe anything Is possible. You lackle a major task and may feel you're In over your head. Don't panic and you'll come out on top. Take care of yourself as you lake care of others. Time away from the rat race could be Just what you need. LIBRA September 23-October 23 You'll feel the heavy weight of family responsibility. People are demanding a lot from you. You'll have to do Ihe lion's share of the work, but you will also get the credit Someone Is working behind Uie scenes on your belialf. You'll have a chance to be a mentor to an admirer. SCORPIO October 24-November 22 Sltare some of your burden with a friend or loved one. Olliers are willing to help If you let them. You'll be able to repay the favor sometime In the future. De sure you're putting something away for the future. You never know when ll will come tn Itandy. Don't be discouraged by a temporary setback. SAGITTARIUS November 23-December 21 Aim high because your wishes Just might come true now. You're on a roll and things Just seem to fall your way. Tills may make others Jealous but your true friends will rejoice with you. A kind word or deed from an unlikely source gives you an added boost. Include an older person tn your plans. CAPRICORN December 22-January 20 You'll have to work fast to gel everything done In Uie short amount of Ume you have been given. Keep focused and you'll do okay. Don't gel bogged down in other people's arguments or problems. Work to keep things running smoothly. Treat yourself to the small luxury you've been wanting for awhile. AQUARIUS January 21-February 18 An Important project or plan Is on the ropes. Tills may be Just what you need to look at things In a new light. Starting out In a new direction may be scaiy but could ultimately lead you to your destiny. You could be traveling soon. Visiting a familiar place gives you a sense of security. PISCES February 19-March 20 Make sure you're getting all Hut's due you. Stay calm, cool and collected for best results. You'll need to tie Uie peacemaker. A lough decision about money or property Is looming so shirt planning now. You'll be able to persuade others Hint your way Is the best. Work on Improving finances and health, For Entertainment Purposes Only OF OSHAWA GOLD AND DIAMOND CENTRE 5 Points Mall, Oshawa (905) 436-9190 Interest FREE Layaway for Christmas

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