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. 16 - Orono Weekly Hmes, Wednesday, October 11, 2000 ") Durham Region by Joan Anderson y Last week I sent my column by e-mail only to discover on Wednesday that it had not been delivered - and of course with the paper being printed before that, there was nothing else I could do at that point. This week I have gone back to hand-delivering a disk to be sure that it's there. JOYOUS HANKSGIVING Kendal United Church was decorated very tastefully in autumn colours with fall flowers, flowers, leaves, fruits, vegetables and corn stalks for the glorious sun-filled Thanksgiving service service led by Mr. Lome Prince. Many thanks to Carol Gardner, Joan and Wayne Blackburn, Don Peddar and Joan Anderson for their contributions. contributions. The children developed developed their own prayer of thanks, being grateful for love, family, shelter, food and many friends. * JOYS AND CONCERNS Mae Playford has returned home from another stay in Bowmanville Hospital last week. She was very glad to be back at home for Thanksgiving. Our prayers continue for you Mae. Doug Lewis' grandmother is in hospital. Pray for her recovery as well. KENDAL COMMUNITY CENTRE APPROVED BY COUNCIL! Monday October 2 the plan , to convert the Kendal Public School to the Kendal Community Center was presented presented to Council in Bowmanville, and it was approved, with - one amendment. amendment. Although assurances were offered that full cooperation cooperation would be accorded the Fire Department when time came to develop the station there as well, Council pre-. ferred to include this in writing writing in the agreement. Another meeting for the Board will be held at Kathy Picco's residence on Tuesday evening , October 10 at 7:30 p.m.to discuss with Fred Horvath, the Operations Manager for the Municipality, the matter of equipping the facility properly. The requested requested start-up fund was granted by Council, and so we now move into the next phase - getting getting the centre equipped and painting the gym. VOTING INFORMATION NIGHT Wednesday October 4, at Kendal United Church Hall Charlie Trim, councillor for the Municipality of Clarington, provided an Information Session on the new method of voting in the Municipality. Thank you Charlie for helping us all understand this new method. COMING EVENTS GANARASKA FOREST HORSE CLUB The next event will be the Fall Ride on October 15. Please call Susan Sinnott at 905-797-2656 or Joyce Boudreau at 905-797-2962 to register for this upcoming event. KENDAL CHURCH SERVICE SERVICE TIME CHANGE Service starting time will be changed from this Sunday, October 15, on, to 10:30 a.m. from 10 a.m. which it has been since July 1. KENDAL UNITED CHURCH 130TH ANNIVERSARY Sunday October 15th Rev. Larry Marshall will be the guest speaker for this historic occasion. All are welcome. There will be a pot luck luncheon luncheon after the 10:30 a.m. service. service. KENDAL CHURCH CONGREGATIONAL CONGREGATIONAL MEETING Monday October 16 at 7:30 p.m. in the Christian Education Room of Kendal United Church. All Board members are asked to attend. COOL KENDAL KIDS start their group again on Tuesday October 17 from 4-6 p.m. at the Kendal United Church. To join children must be from ages 8 to 12 years old. Anyone wishing to register their child please call Gail Empey at 983- 5959. WOMEN'S BREAKFAST at St. Paul's Church at 178 Church St. Bowmanville. The speaker will be Jlev. Debbie Vaughan on the topic "Fallen Angels". $10 per ticket avail- 301631623-7361. KENDAL HOSTS U.C. W FALL REGIONAL MEETING Monday, October 23, 6:00 - 9:30 p.m. at Kendal United Church, the Oshawa Ptesbyterial U.C.W. Evening Fall Regional Meeting will be held. Registration is $2. Rev. Christopher White will ,be speaking on "The Future Hope of the Church". The Good News Resource Centre will have a display. Refreshments will be offered and all ladies are invited to attend. U.C.W. BAKE SALE Saturday November 4 the annual Bake Sale will be held at. the Orange Lodge. Most raise health concerns Durham Region Health Department is warning area residents to take precautions to ensure that children are not exposed to Jimson weed seeds, as serious health consequences consequences could result if these seeds are eaten. It has been reported that several Oshawa area youth have eaten the seeds and have become ill as a result. Jimson weed seed is commonly commonly found in Ontario. It is also known by a number of names including thomapple, stinkweed, nightshade, devil's apple, apple of Peru, locoweed, devil's weed, gypsy and Datura. The plant that these seeds are found in has bulky, jagged, bitter-tasting leaves with large white or purple trumpet-like flowers that appear from May to September. In the fall, thorny pods appear in the plant, producing approximately 50- 100 seeds. The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health indicates that these seeds are often used as a hallucinogenic. In addition, each fell a number of individuals seek medical attention when the seeds or plant are eaten, smoked, delicious offerings are contributed contributed so be early to get your favourites! L.O.L. PENNY SALE The annual Penny Sale held by the Orange Lodge will take place on November 4. This is always fun and some wonderful wonderful treasures are available so come out and see what your pennies can buy! KENDAL COMMUNITY CENTRE OPENING November 4 a parade for everyone will be held in Kendal with special surprise celebrities. Many fun-filled activities will take place at the brand new Kendal Community Centre (known in its' previous life as Kendal Public School). More details will follow so start planning your parade costume and entry! See you there! CHRISTMAS PLANT GIFTS The Kendal United Church will be selling Red or White Poinsettias at $7.50 a pot and Mixed Pots of plants for $15.00. Get your order in now to Jean Hoy at 983-5282 or Helen Wood at 983-5883. Help two at the same time - the person who receives the gift and also the Kendal Church. snorted or injected. "Many users are unaware of the toxic potential of these seeds," explains Dr. Donna Reynolds, Associate Medical Officer for Durham Region Health Department. "The seeds contain a number of agents including atropine, which if ingested, can lead to serious health complications." complications." According to Health Department officials, individ uals who take these seeds usually experience euphoria, restlessnfess and hallucinations hallucinations that can progress to delirium, coma and death. Other symptoms include dry mouth, dilated pupils, hot flushed skin, blurred vision, difficulty passing urtn or disorientation. disorientation. The Health Department Is urging anyone who has taken these seeds to seek immediate immediate medical attention and cautioning Durham Region residents to avoid contact. SUBSCRIBE TO THE TIMES VIB nn£k|*lAJ , 211*0 The most fun you'll have * *»«*l w mating serious money! • custom kitchen planning • microwave cooking classes • bridal showers • fundraisers Jodi Stewart Independent Tupperware Consultant (905) 983-6358 Extraordinary design for everyday living iniatures & tollhouse Show & Sate presented by the Small Wonders Miniatures Club at the Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex King. St. W. (Hwy. #2) and Regional Road 57 in Bowmanville Sunday, October 15 th 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission $3.50 For information call 905-623-1597 Our thanks to all of you who have supported us and prayed for us these past six months of grpwth and great happiness within our church. We begin the second six months of our first year and invite you to: The Newcastle Community Church Watch for our events coming up at the Newcastle Community Hall Sunday evening; November 5 - one sitting from 5:30 to 7 - a delightful Italian meal prepared by a professionally trained chef - with beautiful music - delicious cakes for dessert. If you like to sing, you will enjoy this one. Soloists from Toronto and Newcastle. Have you ever heard of the restaurants where the waiters stop serving and sing? Well, THIS IS not quite, but similar. similar. You'll love it. Saturday, December 9 - (starts at 7:30 p.m. sharp) Sponsored with CBC Radio in Toronto. A reading of Charley Dickens' "A Christmas Carol", with thé Newcastle Community Children's Choir and others providing seasonal music. Hot sweet cider and seasonal lunch after. We'll be polishing the silver for this one. December 24, Christmas Eve, 7:00 p.m. Service, seasonal carols and beautiful music. Candlelight Again, our thanks. , ' How are we doin'? "WE ARE DOING WEUL- THANKS FOR-ASKING." On behalf of the congregation - Rev. David Chisling B.A., B. Ed., M. Div. - Minister Call 905-987-4384 or 905-987-987-4561 *