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-- "Road to Mecca" on stage The work of one of South Africa's best known playwrights will come to life January 29 as the Durham Shoestring Performers present "The Road to Mecca." The drama was written by Athol Fugard, and has been described as his "wisest, most balanced and most universal play." Ed Daigle of Port Perry has landed one of thilh ree roles as the village pastor Marius Byleveld. Mary Vollmer will portray Miss Helen and Patty Gilhooly is Elsa Barlow. Set in rural South Africa, this extraordinary drama reveals personal insights as it presents Miss Helen, an eccentric widow who has spent the years since her husband's death transforming her home into an intricate and dazzling work of art. Mr. Daigle told the Citizen that theatre goers will find this a compelling yet hopeful drama about the clash between conformity and individual liberty. "I was very pleased to get the role," said Mr. Daigle. Thies will be his third appearance with Shoestring Performers. "Road to Mecca" will be staged January 29 and 30, and February 4, 5 and 6 at the Arts Resources Centre behind City Hall in Oshawa Tickets are $6 each for seats and all shows and are available at Information Centre, City Hall Complex, Oshawa, at the Scugog Citizen office, 36 Water St., Port Perry or by calling 725-1893. Leadership course for rural people Leadership in Action (LIA) is a dynamic, hands-on conference for active members of rural organizations. This 4-day program will be held March 2-6 at Cedar Glenn Conference Centre in Bolton. It is open to members of rural organizations who are enthusiastic and willing to Teaching exchange from page 10 come home (Seagrave) for two weeks, ski a bit, then go back to Australia again." Sounds like Australia had a strong impact on the entire family. Driving was a bit awkward at first as 'down under' you drive on the left hand side of the road. The food in general is similar to ours, however the people eat lots of lamb and sausages at their 'barbies'. Fish 'n Chips 'take-aways' are everywhere and Pavlova is the national dessert, a meringue, topped with whipped cream and fruit. Nancy's parents, Doris and PICTURE PERFECT rd CLT {=1=1 8 PORT PERRY 985-9500 "WE SERVICE WHAT WE SELL" Roy Nottingham, and her brother Jack and wife, Karel, visited with them during their exchange; both couples are from Scugog. On January 2 the weary travellers returned home with many souvenirs. A boomerang and a didgeridoo, the latter being a hollowed out branch or stick used as a musical instrument, which Robert demonstrated for me! Lots of Australian literature and a stuffed koala and b develop new leadership skills. Some of the comments from those who attended previous conferences suggest just how valuable they are to so many people. "With more work to do than ever, but fewer volunteers and less money to do it with, the ideas and skills I'll be going home with are just what we need... " Leadership in Action is sponsored by the Ontario Ministry of Ag and Food and is now in its 5th year of operation, helping to build strong leadership in rural communities. The price for the conference is $200 which covers meals, facilities, training and resources to take home. Although there is no age restriction, LIA is r ded for those who Another positive experience. And, who knows, maybe in another few years Greg, Nancy and the boys will be idering another exch are "young at heart." If you are interested in taking part in LIA for 1993 contact the OMAF office in Port Perry at 986-2003 or 1-800-263-8023. 20"baconaL SENTRY 2 LESS 'SCRATCH' DISCOUNT $519378 Up-to-the- minute Euro-styling with MTS stereo reception. Remote control has Aashback fo last channel viewed. Slate finish. Measures : 19 1/2°Hx 20 1/2°Wx 19 1/8°D. ONLY [] LESS 'SCRATCH' DISCOUNT 26" bnconal SENTRY 2 $$2504EW Traditionally-crafted console In durable wood products with a simulated wood front and English Walnut finish. Cabinet size : 30 3/8°H x 37 1/4°W x 21 3/4°D. Scugog Citizen -- Tuesday, January 19, 1993-- 11 4 | ~ Local actor Ed Dalgle has one of the lead roles In the Durham Shoestring production of "The Road to Mecca." See story. The Best Thing About Bad Weather Make this a John Deere winter and say. goodbye to snow removal problems. A Rugged. reliable Tecumseh "Snow King" engine provides trouble-free operation in cold-weather conditions A Horsepower Is matched to auger size for maximum performance A Remote-controlled chute rotation and deflector control allows the operator to direct snow discharge on-the-go for greater productivity A Convenient operator controls are located on console for easy, finger-tip operation and one- handed control NOTHING RUNS LIKE A DEERE' JOHN DEERE fica Farm Equipment Limite 620 Ree. Ra. 21. Utica 085.9701 4