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i Page 6 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, July 15,1998 Section Two WEDNESDAY, JULY 15 BIG SISTERS INFORMATION MEETING -- For all of you would-be Big Sisters (over the age of 18) who find it difficult to attend our evening information orientation meetings, the group is offering this month's session from 2-4 p.m., Wednesday, July 15th. The session will be held at our offices, 555 Wentworth St. E., Unit 1, Oshawa, Ont. (corner of Wentworth and Wilson). Please call to reserve 725-9300. There arc over 20 children waiting in the Oshawa, Whitby, Clarington area - for that special female friend, that could make a world of difference in their lives! Is that person YOU? NEWCASTLE GARDEN TOUR & TEA -- Sponsored by the Newcastle Horticultural Society from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Information and Tea at 507 Mill St. S. at time of tour. Contact Dorella at 987-4238. THURSDAY^ JULY 16 ART EXHIBITION OPENS -- The Visual Arts Centre's new show opens Thursday, July 16. Hours are from two p.m., to four p.m. and the artist will be present to meet the public at the reception. This exhibition is entitled Unnatural Landscape and is an exploration of the 1990 Hagersville tire fire which burned for 17 days and consumed 16 acres. The exhibition continues until August 14th. Admission to the gallery is free. Hours are noon to four p.m. Tuesday to Saturday and Thursday from noon to eight p.m. Hours are from one p.m. to four p.m Sundays during the exhibition. The Centre is located at Bowmanville's Soper Creek Park. SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK -- The Driftwood Theatre Group will present its first outdoor summer show at the Soper Creek Park in Bowmanville on Thursday, July 16th. The play commences at eight p.m. The performers will present Macbeth. OUTDOOR CONCERT -- Brookfield, a folk group of seven membérs that got its start by performing performing in coffee houses will be playing at the Rotary Park in Bowmanville Thursday, July 16. Their showcase of songs ranges from acapella numbers such as "Lizzy Speaks to Joy, " to the contained passion of "Each and Every Day," to the East Coast melody of "Dameon's Harbour." Sponsors of the show are Canada Trust. Admission is free. SATURDAY, JULY 18 COUNTRY GARDEN TOUR - Sponsored by the Bowmanville Horticultural Society, this tour,, trices place from 10 a.m. -U p.m. rain or shinç^ Tickets are available at Hutton Insuranè*^- Bowmanville Barber Shop or at the Ecology Garden beside Bowmanville High School on the day of the tour. For more information call: Lori Kelm 404-1628. FUNDRAISER DANCE FOR SIMCOE HALL SETTLEMENT HOUSE -- A Beach Party will be held Saturday, July 18 at Club Soleil (French Hall), 707 Simcoe St. S. Doors open at 9:00 p.m. Live entertainment will be provided by "Bad Influence," a new local band with a mixture of music for all. All proceeds will be donated to Simcoe Hall Settlement House. Non-perishable food items will be collected to help replenish their depleted food bank. Those who bring in a non-perishable food item will be eligible for a draw on a family pass for four at Canada's Wonderland. PARK PROGRAM EXPLORES WETLANDS -- The following programs will be offered at Darlington Provincial Park on Parks Day, Saturday, July 18, 1998. The theme is "Walk on the Wet Side!" (wetlands). GUIDED WALK - Second Marsh Stroll, 2:00 p.m. Meet at Picnic area #1. "Take-A-Hikc" on Parks day and join Allison for an extended trek to Second Marsh, the largest remaining coastal wetland in the Greater Toronto area. Bring water and sun protection. There's also a children's program at the log cabin during the day. The evening program is entitled "Second Marsh: A Special Place". Meet at the Amphitheatre at 9 p.m. to join guest speaker Brian Hcnshaw, as he reveals the secrets of Second Marsh, a wetland of truly special significance. significance. Canoe Cruise takes place at 7:30 p.m.. Meet at the Canoe Rentals to discover the magic of McLaughlin Bay with Gord and Allison, Programs arc free, but regular park entry fees apply. WEDNESDAY, JULY 22 CHARITY/APPRECIATION BARBECUE -- Will be hosted by The Human Resource Centre of Canada for Students (HRCC-S), the Clarington Youth Centre and The Clarington Project. There will be hamburgers, hotdogs, barbecue and canopy donated by M&M Meats of Bowmanville! Condiments, beverages etc. donated donated by Graham's IGA. Minimum donation of $2.00 per patron. There will be a crazy clown with helium balloons. All proceeds will be donated donated to the Clarington Project and the Clarington Youth Centre. This takes place at the Civic Square, 40 Temperance St. (Municipal Buildings) on July 22, 1998, rain date is July 23, from 11:30-2:00 p.m. years and up there is a Babysitter Training Camp. For information contact 623-9922 or come by our office at 116 Church Street in Bowmanville. BE A BIG BROTHER -- There arc 17 boys across Clarington waiting for a friend (plus 14 more wailing to be processed). That means a wait of almost two years for a Big Brother. The organization organization needs volunteers now. Volunteers are also needed for the "mentor" program. For just an hour a week you could make a difference in a child's life and start enjoying the little things life has to offer. Be an In-School Mentor! For more information on becoming a Big Brother or an In- School Mentor, please contact Big Brothers of Clarington at (905) 623-6646 or drop into the office located at 23 Scugog St„ Bowmanville. you have a special vehicle in your life, call D. Brown 905-986-0957 to reserve your spot and receive two free admission passes. Come spin your wheels and enjoy life in the fair lane! CLARINGTON OLDER ADULTS -- Tickets for the September 19 fundraising dinner for the Clarington Older Adults Centre arc now on sale. A free half-day program is planned for everyone for the September 19 opening ceremonies, beginning beginning with square dancing and ending with the dinner. The $50 per person dinner ticket comes with a charitable tax receipt for the portion of the cost not required for the dinner. Tickets arc available available from Jean Broad 623-4192, Bcv Wakefield 983-9895, Community Care 623-2261 and James Insurance 623-4406. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED -- Volunteers arc needed to assist with the Perk Central coffee kiosk, the HELPP Lottery ticket booth and the Information Desk, all at Memorial Hospital Bowmanville. If you've got three hours a week (or more) and arc friendly, out-going and enjoy meeting and greeting the public, the Hospital's Volunteer Services Department would like to hear from you. Volunteers arc needed for a variety of times and days. If you arc interested, please call Memorial Hospital, Bowmanville, Volunteer Services at (905) 623-3331, ext. 5430. CALLING ALL CARS! -- The Durham Central Fair in Orono is hoping to line their racetrack with vintage, classic and customized cars Sunday, September 13. If GOLF SPECIAL 18 Hole Championship Course Memberships Available or Pay as You Play Tournament Bookings Available 2 Golfers with 1 Power Cart Weekdays $58.00; Weekends after 1 p.m. $60.00 'Docs not apply to tournaments (with this coupon only) BOWMANVILLE COUNTRY CLUB I. (905) 623-2670 Horticulture Society Holds Garden Tour Eight of Bowmanvillc's finest gardens will be showcased this Saturday, July 18th, during the Horticultural Society's annual garden tour. The tour takes place from 10 a.m. to four p.m., rain or shine, and serves as the major fund-raiser for the Society. Tickets can be obtained from the Ecology Garden at the Bowmanville High School on the day of the event. Tickets are also available in advance from Hutton. Insurance, 52 King St. W., Bowmanville (call 623-7688) and the Bowmanville Barber Shop at 19(a) King St. W. Here, some of the members of the Horticultural Society admire David and Johanna Bryant's rose garden earlier in the month. This garden will be just one of the stops on a route that will explore properties with unique ponds, rockeries and many other features. Writing and Publishing Workshop On Saturday July 18, The Ontario Historical Society will be holding an all day Workshop "Writing & Publishing Community •History". Guest speakers include publisher Kirk Howard of the Dundurn Group, author and storyteller Slier Lcctoozc, journalist and author Marjorie Green, and Dorothy Duncan, Executive Director of Historical Society, Presenters will explore such areas as Researching Local History, Publishing for the Trade Market, Creative Writing in Non- Fiction and Writing and Publishing Your Own Work, Participants are encouraged to share examples of their work or experiences, Fee includes a comprehensive resource kit and breaks. Lunch is available to order in advance. Also on Saturday, July 18, the Muse Program will run a concurrent children's workshop "Creative Writing Adventures" ($25 cacli & $10 for each sibling). This interactive creative writing workshop will engage and inspire young writers ages 8-14 years, Participants will use crafts, music and activities activities to explore pioneer life in this 1830's Ontario village while discovering new ways to develop their writing talent. The Muse Program instructors are writers, poets, artists and musicians who offer workshops in community, community, libraries and schools, Both workshops will be at the historic Pickering Museum Village in Greenwood, Advance registration is required by calling (905) 728-7823, FOR YOUR INFORMATION RECRUITING VOLUNTEERS -- Are you wondering what you will be doing this summer? Are you too young to work but are looking to gain valuable work experience? Why not be a volunteer volunteer this summer at the Clarington YWCA! If you are 14 years or older then we want you. The camp offers a variety of hands on and fun learning experiences. This summer the camps will run out of the Orono Park and Memorial Park in Bowmanville. Be a Volunteer! If interested please contact Clarington YWCA at 623-9922 or drop by 'll 6 'Church' St. in" Bowmanville. SUMMER DAYCAMPS -- Calling all Clarington Kids between the ages of 3-5! The YWCA runs a morning program from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. at Memorial Park. The Crazy Critter Camp offers lots of games, crafts and new friendships. You definitely definitely don't want to pass this camp up! YWCA Crazy Critter Camp will guarantee a variety of special events and themes throughout the week. Children aged 5-8 years can take part in our Junior Camp, Jazz or Ballet Dance Camps. 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