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8 -- PORT PERRY STAR -- Tues. February 14, 1984 Adults and children get together Computers form club In the year of George Orwell, it is not surpris- ing to find home com- puters as commonly accepted as microwave ovens and the TV set. They've been sprout- ing up in neighbour- hoods across North America and Port Perry is no exception. The president of Port's first computer user club estimates three out of 10 homes in this town con- tain a computer of some description. "I'd say that would be reasonable ratio," Andy Baca guesses. "But there's even more who have access to a com- puter, either through work or whatever. May- be five or six out of 10". Mr. Baca is a relative newcomer to the world of home computers. He -- wy = - needed purchased his Comm- odore 64 last November and has been caught up in the world of bits and bytes ever since. During the Christmas holidays he dropped into Scugog Memorial Public Library to look for some computer books. While he was there he inquired about a local computer club and was told one didn't exist. "I was told the library the general public to express an interest before a club could be organized,' he recalls. "So me being part of the general public, I expressed an interest.' The club's first meet- ing was held January 31 in the library and more people turned up then WB \ ! A nn AS = | Ih anybody had anticipat- ed. Nineteen interested computer buffs showed up at the first meeting and even more dropped by at the second meet- ing, held February 7. Both adults and children from various back- grounds expressed a hope that the club will investigate computer. programming, games, new technology and software and the many products that now exist. If you'd like to join the computer club or would like more information about it, call Andy Baca at 985-3718. HELPFUL HINTS Cigarette smoke? Place small bowls of vinegar in 4 corners of the room where smokers are gathering. PONTIAC BUICK LIMITED 10 VAREDRARD DRIVE, PORT PERRY - 945-8474 Computer buffs throughout the area have united to form an information-sharing club, which will continue to meet regularly at Scugog Memorial Public Library. The club executive includes (bottom left, clockwise) Todd Newman, Mark McMillan, Mark Franken, Vern Wood, Linda LeRoy and Andy Baca. See story for details. Kirk Guild learns how to keep our hearts ticking Ashburn Area News by Mrs. E. Heron The Ashburn group of the W.M.S. held their February meeting at the home of Catherine Humphrey with nine members present. Chrissie McKinney gave a lovely opening service using the psalms and she led in prayer. Bernice Gardner, president, conducted the business and plans were made for the spring Thank offering meeting in April. The study was taken by Ray Death, who gave us a good and very interesting insight into our new study book, '"The parables in a Mission". There were two parables in the study taken from Samuel 11-14 and all agreed the parables could have been written for society today as well. A lovely lunch was served by the hostess. Since this is Heart month, the Kirk Guild invited Shirley Wanna- cott of the Durham Heart Foundation to come to the February meeting on Tuesday evening of last week. Shirley gave us a wealth of information to help keep our hearts healthy through diet, exercise etc. to enable us to live fuller and healthier lives. It was a fun night, even tho' keeping our bodies healthy is a serious matter. Chrissie McKinney ablely installed the slate of officers for the com- president, Margaret Mathews: president Barbara Porter; Vice, Rita Davidchuck; Secretary Joan Flem- ing; Treasurer Marg- aret Burgess. The board of directors are Marg- aret Davis, Lois Daw, Muriel Fisher, Jean Johnston, Norma Engle- ton, Phyllis Oliver, Pat Mink and Barbara Williamson. Seven tables of euchre was played at the Community Centre last Thursday evening and Joy Bright and Verna Draper were the ladies prize winners. The men's prizes were won by Art Richardson and Martin Gall. Nelson Cole got the most lone hands. Jean Johnston won the door prize and Grace Hopkins won the 50-50 draw. The next party will be Feb. 23rd. Everyone welcome. The ladies Bible class met last Wednesday afternoon at the home of Rose Heron. The presi- dent Aldene Wick con- ducted the meeting and opened with a worship service based on the 21st chapter of Acts, which was read by Chrissie McKinney. Florence Ashton led in prayer. The program for the coming year was drawn up and plans were made to go to Fairview Lodge in March. Catherine Humphrey had a good program using a lovely poem by Helen Steiner Rice, and telling the story of Saint ing year, who are past 'Valentine. Muriel Fisher closed the meet- ing with prayer. We are glad to report Bill Hopkins is home from Port Perry Hospital and we wish him continued recovery. A belated Happy Birthday is extended to Mrs. Helena Brown of Brooklin. She celebrat- ed her birthday with her loving family around her at the home of her daughter and family, Mr. and Mrs. Theo Knight. We wish her many more happy birth- days. It was Reformation Sunday at Burns Church & PROJECT teers, etc.). REGISTRATION RS.V.P. ext. 221. Mrs. R. Lafarga, Chairman THE DURHAM BOARD OF EDUCATION NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING The Durham Board of Education has approved the establishment of an alternative to the traditional elementary education available in this region. The Alternative Elementary Education (multi-age 'grouping) project will create a primary and early junior division program based on: multi-age grouping (split grades eg: 1, 2, 3, or 2, 3, 4); Adlerian discipline (positive reinforcement, logical and natural consequences); activity centred lear- ning; and parent involvement (classroom volun- A PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING will be held at RIDGEWAY PUBLIC SCHOOL Avenue, Oshawa on WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 1984 at 7 P.M. 615 Ridgeway Parents are requested to pre-register students February 23, 1984 between 8:40 A.M. and 12:00 Noon at Ridgeway Public School. Registration is based on a first-come, first-served basis and registrations will not be accepted by phone. If you plan to attend the February 22, 1984 public meeting please contact Mrs. Kehoe at 576-4600, last Sunday morning and Rev. McEntyre's sermon was from Romans 1 Verse 17. The title of his message was "The Legacy of Luther". The scriptures were read by Bill Gardner and Florence Ashton. The choir sang 'A Shelter in the time of Storm'. Next Sunday there will be a Boy Scout and Cubs church parade and service at 11:15. Every- one is welcome. Have a good week. Love is like peanut butter, its meant to be spread. Bruce W. Method. Director of