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The Canadian Stalcsman, Bowmanville, Wednesday, May 19, 1999 Section Two WEDNESDAY, MAY 19 PLANT THE SEEDS OF HOPE -- By donating donating blood you can Plant Seeds of Hope for people with cancer, those undergoing surgery or victims of trauma who require blood. May is Plant Seeds of Hope month. Get in gear for the gardening season, season, donate blood and receive a thank you gift containing free advice from gardening expert Mark Cullen. Healthy individuals between the ages of 17 and 71 (first time donors must be 60 or under) arc asked to donate at Clarington Beech Centre, 26 Beech Ave., Bowmanville, Wednesday, May 19, from 1:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. FUN FAIR AT ST. JOSEPH'S ELEMENTARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL -- The St. Joseph's Elementary School in Bowmanville is holding its sixth annual Fun Fair on Wednesday, May 19th, from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. (rain date May 20th). This is our year end celebration. The Fun Fair is open to the Bowmanville community. This year's theme is "Fun Fair '99 Play it Safe". You are welcome welcome to come and join the fun and see Sparky the Fire Department Dog. THURSDAY, MAY 20 THE WRITE STUFF! -- Interested in self-publishing, self-publishing, but don't.know where to start? Join Pat Lake, Newcastle author, in a discussion on how to self-market your writing! This will be held at the Bowmanville Branch of the Clarington Public Library, on Thursday, May 20 at 7 p.m. COURTICE CARNIVAL -- Starting Thursday, May 20, 5 - 11 p.m.; Thursday, May 21, 5 - 11 p.m.; Saturday, May 22, 10 a.m. - 11 p.m.; Sunday, May 23, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Monday, May 24,11 a.m. - 5 p.m. come out to the Courtice Carnival at the Courtice Community Complex Centre, Fun for the whole family. The financial proceeds from this event go towards supporting many community organizations. Hope to see you there. SUNDAY, MAY 23 SANDPIPERS AND SHORELINES -- Explore the shore with Gord at 10:00 a.m. at the Boathouse on Sunday, May 23. See if you can spot the bouncing backend of a Spotted Sandpiper or the piercing cry of a Killdeer! Bring binoculars if possible. At 9:00 p.m. come to the Amphitheatre to view the film "On A Wing And A Song". Learn from Lisa how the sounds of spring may be in danger of falling silent. This story of songbird songbird decline is a Nature of Things special with David Suzuki. Living is inviting you to join them in their Car Rally, in support of children and adults who have a developmental handicap. Why not join them in taking a leisurely drive through Oshawa and Clarington, finding your way through the clues! The Car Rally is to take place on Saturday, May 29 starting at 10 a.m., with the last car leaving at 2 p.m. Price for the car rally is $40 per car, with a maximum of four players in each car. The price includes the rally and a barbecue upon return. You must register prior to the event and each member of the winning team will win 2 passes to Paramount Canada's Wonderland. To register and for information please call Cathy at 576-3261, ext. 308. MONDAY, MAY 24 BIRDING BY THE BAY -- Go birding with Gord on Monday, May 24, at 9:00 a.m. Meet at the Birding Kiosk and follow the Burk Trail to the Viewing Platform Lookout with its majestic view of McLaughlin Bay, the next stop as we walk the water's edge. Bring your binoculars. TUESDAY, MAY 25 SEWERS FORUM -- A Sewing club for those interested in. all types of sewing will hold its monthly meeting, Tuesday, May 25, 7:30 p.m. at Memorial Park Clubhouse, 120 Liberty St. S. in Bowmanville. This meeting will be a fashion show of projects completed by those from the many varied sewing classes in the area over the past year. New members are always welcome, For more information, call 623-3589. FRIDAY, MAY 21 ART INSTALLATION -- Everyone is invited to attend the opening of an art installation at Soper Creek Park this Friday, May 21, at 7:00 p.m. The sculptural installation will be unveiled outside the Cream of Barley Mill. The piece is based on spillway gates used to block debris from entering the wheel well of a mill. Artist, Cynthia Harper will arrive in Bowmanville earlier in the week to install the structure, which has been specially specially designed with the history of the Cream of Barley Mill in mind. The Art on Public Lands Project is a joint endeavour between the VAC and the Municipality of Clarington. THURSDAY, MAY 27 AIDS CONFERENCE -- The AIDS Committee of Durham announces that the 2nd annual 'HIV/AIDS Care In Durham' conference will be held on May 27 and 28 at the Holiday Inn, 1011 Bloor Street East, Oshawa. While this is an educational educational conference aimed at health care/social service professionals and HIV+ people, it is open to the public; There is a registration fee of $45 (free to HIV+ people). For more information, contact the AIDS Committee of Durham at (905) 665-0051. LAKE VIEWING -- Watching for Waterfowl will take place at Darlington Provincial Park on Friday, May 21, 7:30 p.m. at the Cliffside Comfort Station. Gord will take you to Darlington's highest shorebluff (near site #181) to set up spotting scopes and scan the lake for the migrating waterfowl, loons, terns, gulls and maybe grebes. Binoculars would be a bonus. SATURDAY* MAY 22 MEET FRANKLIN AT THE COURTICE CARNIVAL! -- Meet the Famous Turtle on Saturday, May 22nd at the Courtice Carnival. He'll be wandering around looking for his friends...try and spot him first...and remember to drop by the library and borrow some of his books...he's only at the Carnival once, but his books arc ALWAYS at the library! GUIDED WALK -- Spring Wings at the Log Cabin, will be held on Sunday, May 22, at 9:30 a.m. Walk with Gord and listen for the sweet songs of spring as he sets off in search of those colourful May musicians: the warblers. Bring your binoculars. At 9:00 p.m. at the Amphitheatre, join Lisa and find out about the family life of our feathered friends. Feast your eyes on the first fluttcrings of fledgling hummingbirds, hummingbirds, goldfinches and more. SPRING TEA -- Ladies Spring Tea will be held at Crossroads Christian Assembly, 978 North Street in Newcastle, Thursday, May 27,7:15 p.m. Enjoy an evening with friends in a tropical setting. setting. Tickets are $5 in advance and $6.50 at the door. Advance tickets are available at the Apple Blossom Shoppe, Orono, Flowers Plus, Newcastle, or by calling the church office at 987- 9955. This event is expected to sell out, so reserve your tickets soon. FRENCH CONNECTIONS -- Durham Philharmonic Choir directed by Robert Phillips, presents French Connections a choral and solo repertoire including selections by several French composers. Special guests will be the Whitby Youth Choir directed by Lorie Easton. This will take place on Saturday, May 29, at 7:30 p.m. at Harmony United Church, (King St. E. at Harmony Rd., N. Oshawa). Tickets are available at Wilson and Lee Music Store, 87 Simcoe St. N„ Information Oshawa-Oshawa Centre or any DPC Chorister, or at the door. GIANT YARD SALE AND B.B.Q. -- Will be held on Saturday, May 29 from 9:00 a.m. till 2:30 p.m. at the Faith United Church, 1778 Nash Rd. just east of Courtice Rd. This is sponsored by the congregation of Faith United Church and the sale features furniture, dishes, toys, books, home baking baking and many more items you don't want to miss. Everything will be priced to sell. Come out and enjoy the fun. FOR YOUR INFORMATION VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT FAIRVIEW LODGE -- Fairview Lodge, one of Durham Region's Homes for the Aged, located at 632 Dundas Street, West, Whitby, is seeking daytime adult volunteers to assist with recreation programs programs for Seniors. Duties would include lending assistance by accompanying residents to various areas of the Lodge for activities activities such as music, games and hairdressing. hairdressing. Volunteers are also needed to facilitate one to one contact with residents residents who are less mobile, in doing projects such as rolling wool or painting painting nails. If interested please contact Maureen Walden at 668-5851 ext. 262. OPEN GARDENS -- Brooksidc Cottage Bed and Breakfast is holding an open house for the Bed and Breakfast and gardens from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Tickets will also be available there for the Bowmanville Horticultural Society Perennial Garden Tour being held on June 12th. BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT GROUP -- Lakcridge Health Corporation Bowmanville and Durham Region Health Department arc offering a Breastfeeding Support Group on the maternity ward of the hospital every Monday between 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Nursing mothers and infants of any age arc welcome to attend. Come and share your experience. For further information call Durham Health Connection line (905) 723- 8521 or Lakcridge Health Corporation at 623- 3331 ext. 3790. SMALL MIRACLES NURSERY SCHOOL-- Is accepting registration for our 1999-2000 program. program. Our E.C.E. staff will pack 3 mornings and 2 afternoons with stories, games, songs and academics academics based on weekly themes. If you have a Small Miracle ready for social interaction and memorable experiences, call now to register as spaces arc limited. Inquire at 987-3727. BE A "SHOW-OFF" AT CPL! -- Display your artwork, crafts or special collections. Six display cabinets arc available at the Courtice Branch for booking by community groups or individuals. Use of the cabinets is free of charge to members of the Clarington Community and can be booked for a one month period. For further information or bookings, please call the Courtice Branch at 404-0707 and ask for the information desk! SPRING INTO FUN -- Quality and affordable programs are being offered April to June by the Clarington YWCA. Inquire about preschool, dance, youth and adult fitness programs. Pre-registration Pre-registration is required for all programs. Phone 623- 9922 or 723-9922. FRIDAY, MAY 28 CONTINUING CARE COMMITTEE PRE SENTS -- An information session on the Role of the Public Guardian and Trustee and Powers of Attorney and Substitute Decision Makers. This is presented by Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee, Mr. Jim McKenzie. It will take place on Friday, May 28, from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Strathaven Lifccare Centre Auditorium. Please call 623-2553 to register register and everyone is welcome. welcome. "KRACO" CARPENTRY & CONTRACTING Est. :. 1976 Complete Carpentry Services • Designing • Custom Built Homes • Renovations •Additions • Decks, etc. William Kraayvanger P.O. Box 14, Bowmanville ON L1C 3K8 (905) 623-1101 ©j.p. JAMES R. YAMCH TRUSTEE IN BANKRUPTCY DIANE E. COUTURE • ESTATE ADMINISTRATOR SATURDAY, MAY 29 TOURING FOR COMMUNITY COMMUNITY LIVING -- The Osha wa/Clari ngton Association for Community FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL US AT 1-888-ONT-VOTE (668-8683) OR TTY 1-888-292-2312 VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT www.clectionsontario.on.ca Personal and Business Bankruptcy Including all other Insolvency Services OSHAWA 122 Albert St. Z1I-Z506 AJAX 50 Commercial Ave. 619-1471 COBOURG 72 King St. W. 171-4744 SATURDAY AND hVKMNG APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION ONTARIO PROVINCIAL ELECTION £LECl x ° Author Entertains Students at Bowmanville Library Students at St. Elizabeth School and Central Public School were treated to a special reading of "Boy Soup" by Toronto area author Loris Lcsynski. Lesynski visited the Bowmanville Library this month to share her experiences experiences as a writer with local students. Her visit was sponsored by the Canada Council and the Friends ol'llie Clarington Public Library. You Can Vote Before June 3 rd If your name is on the Voters List but you expect to be away or unable to vote on election day, you can take advantage of any advance poll in your electoral district. Ballots cast at the advance polls will be counted at the close of the regular polls on election day. Eligible voters who wish to vote at an advance poll, but who have not yet received their Notice of Registration confirming that they are on (lie Voters List, may obtain a Certificate to Vote from the revision assistant at the advance poll location prior to casting their ballot. Advance Poll Voting Will Be Held At ^ Tlie Following Locations ^ At Area Advance Polls from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m, on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday May 26th, 27th and 28th In the electoral district Returning Office from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m, on Saturday, May 22nd and Monday through Friday May 24th to 28th, inclusive Published on behalf of Electoral District returning officers by Warren R. Bailie, Chief Election Officer In the Electoral District of DURHAM 0 Elections Ontario (905) 623-8347 or (877) 557-0407 243 King Street East, Bowmanville • Eastdale Collegiate Institute, 265 Harmony Rd, N., Oshawa • Emanuel Pentecostal Church, 1680 Roach St,, Port Perry If you have friends or relatives who have difficulty reading, please make them aware of the Information In tills notice. O Elections m Ontario A nim-|Wllf»n Audit) 1 of (he l«*M«llie Ai.tinlily, Ktr/ilitK you lofomtit. AP3/37