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9 - Orono Weekly TMfe», Wotlnooany, December 13, %ooo ^ Enrollment exercises were held on November 6th, 2000 for the 1st Orono Guides. Back rqw, left to right - Carla Doucet - Leader, Lucianne Mrowiec, Pam Oakes, Pamela Werry - Leader, Donna Morrison - Leader. Front row - Shelby Luxton, Charmaine Watson, Nancy Burt, Erika Lewis, Dana Sellars and Shelby MacDonell. Dr. A. F. McKenzie Dr: A F. McKenzie was toe smiling family physician for about 45 years in the Village of Orono and surrounding area. A dedicated doctor, a friend and comforter to all. He was known to forfeit a holiday to be in attendance at a patient's special day, and if a Sunday, he would call upon his critically HI with his soft whistle and quiet > step without being summoned summoned but ' to hope foy progress. These cares are unknown today. So many appreciated his dedication and it is often spoken in conversation today. Fraser McKenzie, now well over his eighty years, lives in the stone house built on Main St. South and at one time practiced in the business business section of Orono before moving to the Medical Centre. His late wife, Daisy, was a Registered Nurse and they had three sons - Malcolm, Ian and Don. In reminiscing, many will remember his paintings, the club meetings, the Weddings and births, also numerous other things. Some will also remember his kindness in time of tragedy or deep loss. It would be wonderful to send him a "Christmas" or 'Thinking of You" card, especially especially at this time of year and because he has made special memories in our lives. A small tribute to a wonderful man that we think about quite often. Sincerely m. g. dec. 2000 ' elections for committee chairs and members for the standing regional committees. committees. Councillor Mayor John Mutton was re-elected to Finance and Administration Committee, Councillor Jim, Schell was elected to the Planning Committee and Councillor Trim was appointed appointed to Flealth and Social Services. Regional Council meetings meetings will be held every 3 weeks beginning in the new year. They had previously been held bi-weekly. Council meetings will also now be televised live on Rogers Cable 10. IT PAYS TO ADVERTISE 983-5301 Anderson (continued from page 2) 'Life East of Toronto'," Anderson stated. Though hospitals are traditionally traditionally funded by Provincial and Federal levels of government, government, Anderson believes that economic development opportunities will be affected if the Region can not provide adequate medical attention. Councillors will go on a two-day 'retreat in May to draw up a report outlining better ways to do business. The Region has Until June 30, 2000 to come up with a solution solution to the challenge of governance governance reform. We need to be a responsive, responsive, creative, forward^ looking looking organization, said Anderson, "Ready to make lemonade out of the lemons we are going to be handed," Councillors then ' held Last December, 18 people died in home fires in Ontario. Eight of them were children. Many fires are caused by people who smoke or cook while under the influence of alcohol. Drink Responsibly. Test your smoke alarms. Your family's safety is up to you. Book signing to benefit Bethesda House BOWMANVILLE, On Wednesday, December 20th from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m., local businesswoman Sandra Topper offers you the opportunity opportunity to meet two celebrity authors at an exciting, not-to- be-missed holiday event. Dini Petty and Michelle Valberg will be on hand to autograph copies of their recently-published books, which make superb holiday gifts. The proceeds from each book you purchase will be donated, to Bethesda House, the Bowmanville resource centre that provides shelter, support and advocacy services services for abused women from Clarington and surrounding areas: The book signing will take, place at Topper's store, The Natural Nut Health Shop, 53 ICing Street East in Bowmanville. In, addition to being Canada's best known TV talk- show host-and media journalist, journalist, Dini Petty is thè author of the children's', book, "The Queen, the Bear .& the Bumblebee." Originally written written and performed as a poem to entertain children at Toronto's Hospital for Sick Children, this whimsical tale about three friends who realize realize that wishes can lead to grand adventures and to self- discovery is now available in hard-cover, and on CD and cass'ette. The book is published published by, Whitecap Books and is illustrated by Governor General's Award nominee Rose Cowles. Produced by The Children's Group, the CD features a rich collection of classical orchestration and delightful songs to bring the magic of this enchanting story to life. In her professional speaker bio, Dini is referred to as a celebrity, mother, author, entrepreneur* daredevil daredevil and free spirit. She is also a generous champion of women's causes. Dini, her publicist and producer are offering their royalties from the sale of these items at the event to help Bethesda House cany on its vital work in the community. Michelle Valberg is a renowned photographer whose portrait work and creative creative style form the basis of her collections in coffee table book form. Her most recent, "Dare to - Dream... A .Celebration of Canadian Women," is a hardcover black and white photography book that chronicles in pictures 100 .inspirational Canadian women who have demonstrated demonstrated strength, courage and character character to enrich the lives of others. Dini Petty is among those women featured. Michelle donates the proceeds of her book to The Diva Foundation, a Canadian not- for-profit charitable organization organization founded in 1997 to increase and foster the good health of women around the world through research, education education and community-based initiatives. Well known for her aromatherapy aromatherapy products and expertise, Sandra Topper is also trained in reflexology, herbology, homeopathy and nutrition, and is keenly interested interested in women's causes. For more information on the book signing, call her at The Natural Nut Health Shop at 905-697-9950. ; from Memory Lane Calendars A wonderful Christmas gift idea! Personalized calendars made from your 12 favourite photos Now available at the Orono Weekly Times 5310 Main St., Orono » (905) 983-5301 To view a sample calendar, drop by our office, Order forms 'can be picked up or dropped off weekdays 8 to 5. 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