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Canadian Statesman (Bowmanville, ON), 31 Mar 1999, p. 9

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\ Next Stop, Egypt The Osliawa Little Theatre takes a trip back to Bible times (with a modern twist) in April and May. They'll be presenting Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, commencing April 15th. Here, Daniel Speck as Joseph and Allyson Schmitz as Potiphar's wife rehearse a scene. The play will be performed April 15-17; 22 to 25 and 29 to 30 as well as May 1 and May 6-8. There is a matinee on April 18th at two p.m. All other shows begin at eight p.m. The performances take place at the Osliawa Little Theatre, located at 62 Russctt Avc., Osliawa. The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, Wednesday, March 13, 1999 Page 13 Police Seek Couple who Threatened Woman : Crime Stoppers C r i me Stoppers and the Durham Regional Police arc asking for the public's, assistance in solving a robbery which occurred in Bowmanville on March 15th of, this year. On Monday evening around 9:00 p.m., the victim while walking in the downtown core was approached by a male/fcmalc teenage couple. The female, brandishing a knife, grabbed the victim, d c ni a n d i n g money. When the female assailant was told that there was no money, she positioned positioned herself in an aggressive manner, suggesting suggesting that she would stab the complainant. The male culprit interjected interjected at this point, telling his female accomplice accomplice to stop. The victim was then ordered to empty the contents of her purse on the ground. Moments later, she was able to free herself, herself, at which time she ran to her residence and notified police. A search conducted conducted by police for the suspects proved unsuccessful. unsuccessful. Fortunately, the complainant was not injured in the attack. Suspect #1 described as while female, to 18 years age, 5'5" tall, medium build with shoulder length blond hair, wearing a dark coat, baggy pants. Suspect #2 is described as a tall male white, wcar- is a 16 of ing a dark hooded jacket with dark hair and possibly a goalee. Crimcstoppers will pay a cash reward for any information that will lead to an arrest in this incident. incident. Callers never have to give their name or testify in court and we do not use call display. Remember, Crimcstoppers is interested in "What you know" not "Who you arc". Our numbers arc 436-8477 or 1-800-222-TIPS. Sergeant Kevin Slancy is the police coordinator coordinator with the Durham Regional Crime Stoppers program and submits submits this article in the interest of solving crime. Molson Funds "Local Heroes" Molson Breweries announced recently recently that it is looking for Local Heroes to brew up community spirit and active living living in year two of the Local Heroes program. program. Local Heroes is a community-oriented community-oriented program whereby Molson provides top-up funding to individuals of legal drinking age in order to revitalize existing existing recreational facilities in their communities. communities. Last year, hundreds of Ontario residents joined together in the spirit of volunteerism and renewed life to 164 fitness fitness facilities. "The program was a phenomenal success in 1998, so we're back and geared up for another great year," says Marilyn McCrca, Chair of the Local Heroes program in Ontario. "Last year we funded 164 projects across the province. This year we hope to increase this number by 20% and fund up to 200 projects," added McCrca. Local Heroes is a national program designed to foster community spirit and encourage active participation in sport and recreation activities. Last year the most popular revitalization projects involved baseball fields, basketball courts, soccer pitches, hockey rinks and hiking trails with an average project cost of $1,200 per project. "It's apparent from the response we received last year that there is a real need within Canadian communities to repair and reclaim abandoned sport and recreational recreational facilities," says McCrea. "Local Heroes is designed to encourage and reward those people who step up to the plate and make a difference in their community." community." Molson Breweries' Local Heroes application forms are available in communities communities across the province or by calling calling Molson's consumer relations line at • 1-800-MOLSON 1. This year's application application deadline is April 30, 1999. We've Got It ALL! Volunteers Needed for Community Living Association . . The Oshawa/Clarington now for male volunteers to provide Association for.Community Living, a some social interaction for the men we "non-profit'mgehey'supporting peC^"^1ipj33'ffr*"sa1'3 "Suzanne Ndbcs, Co- with developmental disabilities, is looking for community members who would like to volunteer their time and talents with them. There are a number of opportunities for community members to get involved. Volunteers can help on a one-to-one basis, assisting an individual individual to acquire certain skills to further enhance their independence. Volunteer drivers arc also needed to assist people to-get to appointments, work placements placements or social events. The day programs programs located in Osliawa and Bowmanville could also utilize volunteers volunteers to help with their daily activities. "We also have a great need right Art Association Of Orono ordinator of Community Relations and Volunteers. "For instance, we have a number of people who enjoy sporting events, but require some assistance in attending these events. Volunteers can be a tremendous help with this." If you have a few hours to spare, please call Suzanne Nobcs at 576- 3261, ext. 304 for an interview. 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Storey, the local artist who painted the mural on the.north Becker's wall, has been a member of the Osliawa Art Association for many years. With the large number of artists living in the area, Storey thought it was time to start an art group closer to home. 1 The Art Association of Orono will hold its first meeting on April 13, and will lea- lure artist/seulpturc Bill Lishmnn as guest speaker. Lislunan will talk about his work and give a slide presentation. Storey has Paul Livingston lined up for the May meeting. meeting. . Storey hopes the Association will run a monthly meeting format, with regular workshops and critique nights all geared to improving skills. When the Association becomes more established, they will be able to put on Art Shows. In 1990 and '97, Storey ran the Camp Samac Art Festival in Osliawa, This festival festival features no less than 65 artists at the three-day event. "There is no group like this in Clnrington," said Storey, who is also looking1 looking 1 for sponsors, lie hopes to get a good turnout to the inaugural meeting at the Orono Town Mali, on April 13, at 7:30 p.m, Storey can he reached at 983-0333 or at storcy@spcedline.ca for more .information. .information. Local Speaker Wins Legion District Award Branch 178, Royal Canadian Legion, llowmanville wish to announce that Matt I'orco won a 3rd place at the Legion District F, public speaking competitions held in Osliawa on March 27th. We also wish to announce that Donna (T,tilds was successful in winning 1st place in the Or, II to 13 category. Donna will lie representing District F ami Bowmanville ni the area competitions, which is the last step before the Provincial finals, Both these students have shown ability mil'self confidence, by speaking in Iront "l'an audience of strangers. A'tJgtV I.CCllHKC Youth lùlucution Choir CLARINGTON OLDER ADULT ASSOCIATION 26 Beech Avenue, Bowmanville L1C 3A2 Telephone: (905) 697-2856^ PROGRAM OF ACTIVITIES April 1999 Monday 9:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Walking Exercise Gentle Exercise Beginners Tai Chi Tai Chi 12 9:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 1:30 p.m. 2:45 p.m. Walking Exercise Gentle Exercise Beginners Tai Chi Tai Chi Yoga Yoga 19 9:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 1:30 p.m. 2:45 p.m. Walking Exorcise Genllo Exercise Beginners Tai Chi Tai Chi Yoga Yoga 26 9:00 a.m. 9:00 a. in, 10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 1:30 p.m. 2:45 p.m. Walking Exercise Genllo Exorcise Beginners Tai Chi Tai Chi Yoga Yoga Tuesday 6 10:00 a.m. Euchre 10:00 a.m. Social Bridge 12:00 noon Hot Luncheon 1:00 p.m. Square Dancing 1:00 p.m. Newcomers Club 1:00 p.m. Darts, Billiards, Games, Ping Pong, etc. 13 10:00 a.m. Euchre 10:00 a.m. Social Bridge 12 1 1 1 00 noon Hot Luncheon 00 p.m. Square Dancing 00 p.m. Newcomers Club 00 p.m. Darts, Billiards, Games, Ping Pong, etc, 20 10:00 a.m. Euchre 10:00 a.m. Social Bridge 12:00 noon Hoi Luncheon 1:00 p.m. Square Dancing 1:00 p.m. Newcomers Club 1:00 p.m. Games Room, Billiards, etc. 27 10:00 a.m, Euchre 10:00 a.m. Social Bridge 12:00 noon Hot Luncheon 1:00 p.m, Square Dancing 1:00 p.m. Newcomers Club 1:00 p.m. Darts, Billiards, Games, Ping Pong, ole. Wednesday 9:00 a.m. Walking 9:00 a.m. Exercise 10:00 a.m. Modified Exercise 1:00 p.m. Shuffleboard 1:00 p.m. Drop-In Games Room 14 9:00 a.m. Walking 9:00 a.m. Exercise 10:00 a.m. Modified Exercise 1:00 p.m, Drop-In Games Room 21 9:00 a.m. Walking 9:00 a.m. Exercise 10:00 a.m. Modified Exercise 1:00 p.m. Shuffleboard 1:00 p.m, Drop-In Games Room 28 9:00 a.m. Walking 9:00 a.m. Exercise ' 10:00 a.m. Modified Exorcise 1:00 p.m, Shuffleboard 1:00 p.m. Drop-in Games Room Thursday 9:00 a.m. Line Dancing 10:15 a.m. Yoga 1:00 p.m. Bridge 1:00 p.m. Euchre 1:00 p.m. Darls, Billiards, etc. 2:00 p.m. 55 Alive Driving Course 8 9:00 a.m. Line Dancing 10:15a.m. Yoga 1:00 p.m. Bridge 1:00 p.m. Euchre 1:00 p.m. Darts, Billiards, etc. 15 9:00 a.m. Line Dancing 10:15a.m. Yoga 1:00 p.m, Euchre 1:00 p.m. Social Bridge 1:00 p.m. Darts, Billiards, etc. 22 9:00 a.m. Line Dancing 10:15 a,m. Yoga 1:00 p.m. Euchre 1:00 p.m. Social Bridge 1:00 p.m. Darls, Billiards, etc. 29 9:00 a.m. , Lino Dancing 10:15a.m. Yoga 1:00 p.m. Euchre 1:00 p.m. Social Bridge 1:00 p.m. Darls, Billiards, ole. 9:00 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Walking Crafts - for Bazaar Shuffleboard Drop-In Book Club Drop-In Bingo 16 9:00 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Walking Crafts - for Bazaar Shuffleboard Drop-In Book Club Social Dancing 23 9:00 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Walking Crafts - Book Decorating Shuffleboard Drop-In Book Club Drop-In Bingo 30 9:00 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Walking Crafts • Sachets Shuffleboard Free lo bo Mo Book Club Drop-In Bingo Reminder: The Downstairs Games Room is available for drop-in darts, ping pong, games, cribbage, ole. Also, Billiards on Tuesdays and Thursdays. 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