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1 : : 1 : : 16 -- PORT PERRY STAR -- Tuesday, March é, 1984 CHS Drama Night coming up Blackstock Area News by Joyce Kelly visited Jack's mother, Mrs. Wallace Marlow in 'Hillsdale Manor, Oshawa. On Saturday after- noon Eileen McLaughlin assisted by several other ladies hosted a bridal shower in honour of recent bride Debbie (Medd) Wilkinson. About forty neighbours and relatives attended this happy event. After Debbie opened her many lovely gifts she in the usual manner. A tasty dessert lunch and a time of visit- ing concluded the party. On Sunday afternoon another young lady was honoured with a bridal shower. Van § ed couple in the costume of the 50's. Donna Kyte won the hula hoop con- test. During the evening the draw was made with following winners - Side of Pork - Jill Leach, Blackstock; Plant Stand - Bill Jeffers, Oshawa; Maple Leaf Hockey Tickets - Glenn Clieff, West Hill. Better health is wish- ed for Roger Simmons who was rushed to Oshawa Hospital by ambulance last Mon- day; to Jessie Gunter who is also in Oshawa Hospital following back surgery; to George MODERN TEXTILES 203 QUEEN STREET - PORT PERRY 985-3221 ATTENTION! ALL FORD, LINCOLN & MERCURY OWNERS 1978 thru 1983 ... Are you having a problem with your car's power steering - stiff in the mor- ning, tire wear??? Your car may be eligible for A New Steering "RACK & PINION" Free of Charge!! Don't Hesitate!! Call me now for an appointment ... BOB SWITZER - 576-1800 or TORONTO LINE - 686-2291 P.S. We have 15 service bays with licensed technicians equipped to do all kinds of repairs, from ... tune-ups, air conditioning service and installation, propane instal- lations 8 automatic transmission installations. Graham in Port Perry Hospital. On Friday evening a Blackstock . first for happened with a very successful Dinner Theatre sponsored by the Lions Club. After a _ delicious dinner catered to by Wilma and Jackie, the play Jitters was enjoyed. Speaking of plays, this coming weekend is the annual Three One-Act plays produced and pre- sented by the students of Cartwright High School. Plan now to attend either Friday or Sat- urday evening. Jackie and Jess James have returned home from a very enjoy- able holiday at Cancun, Mexico last week. Gerald and Joyce Kelly, Eleanor, Elaine and Esther, were Sun- day evening dinner guests of Lloyd and Jean Slemon, Susan and Fred, Hayden. Quite a number of ladies from the Black- stock Ladies Curling Club enjoyed a day's curling along with much fun and fellowship at the Snoopy Spiel at the Bow- manville Curling Rink on Saturday. At the United Church on Sunday morning Rev. Dale Davis pre- sented Doreen Van- Camp to the congreg- ation. Doreen who is a life-time member has made the decision to enter the Ministry. She was recently received as a candidate at a meeting of the Session. A standing ovation showed the esteem in which Doreen is held. There will be a Lenten Bible Study beginning this Thursday in the CE Room. Anyone interest- e * -< CE TOE TOE DEE URN DEEN J DN DE DEE NEE DN I DEE ed is welcome to attend. Rev. D. Davis preached a very thought provok- ing sermon on Peter. Doreen was the reader for the day. Blackstock United Church hosted the World Day of Prayer on Friday. The service was conducted by the UCW president Eileen Mc- Laughlin assisted by Ladies from the other churches of our area. Mrs. Gail Hiemstra sang "How Great Thou Are" in a meaningful way. This year's service was prepared by women of Sweden. Mrs. Marg- aret Elliott of Pickering brought the message and showed slides of the International World Day of Prayer Comm ittee Meeting in Ger- many. A good crowd attend- 'ed the Allis Chalmers Night held by Trewin Farm Equipment at the Rec Centre on Thursday night. John Wolters and Floyd Stinson were the big prize winners. Please phone your news items in to Joyce Kelly - 986-4257 before noon on Mondays. Your assistance is necessary to keep readers of this column informed of com- munity and social events. Alpe, Guelph, Ontario. Short and Lorri Fairey. ing were ushers. ALPE - BRYANS On September 24, 1983, a beautiful fall wedding took place at the Blackstock United Church. Rev. Dale Davis officiated the ceremony of Patti Elizabeth Bryans to Richard Patrick Alpe. Patti is the only daughter of Bob and Nancy Bryans, Blackstock. Richard is the youngest son of Arturo and Carmella The bride, given away by her father and mother, look- ed radiant in her Victorian-styled chiffon dress. The Matron of Honour was Wilma Wotten. Brides- maids were Angela Alpe, Wendy Killens, Debbie The groom and ushers were dressed in black double- breasted tuxedos. The best man was Paul Knapp. Mike Alpe, Gord and Steven Bryans and Pete Keun- After the wedding, the bride and groom flew to the Bahamas for a week. Rick and Patti are now residing in their new home in Blackstock. "FOR THE BEST IN HOME MOVIES" Blackstock Video 4 Scugog St., Blackstock Movies - Rental Machines - Blank Tapes. (VHS & Beta) GERRY pavies 986-5121 30 to 119 Days 9% * Minimum $50,000 5 Year Annual Interest 112% Minimum $500.00 Rates subject to Change without Notice SHORT TERM CERTIFICATES 3010 119 Days | 8 % Minimum $5,000. GUARANTEED INVESTMENT CERTIFICATES 3 Year Annual Interest 10%* | Minimum $500.00 | STANDARD ~3m¥ TRUST 165 Queen Street, P.O. Box 1118 Port Perry, Ontario LOB INO Telephone: 985-8418 Churchis a busy place Scugog Island News by Mrs. Earl Reader From now until Easter, we hear many terms in relation to Christianity - Mardi Gras, Shrove Tuesday, Ash Wednesday and Lent all of which begin this week. The Island United Church on Sunday had a busy day when the "Friendship" UCwW sponsored and prepared a Pancake Breakfast for families prior to the Church Service. It cer- tainly was pleasant to enjoy an early breakfast served by these energe- tic young women in such an artistic setting. Then in the afternoon, Mardi Gras, a carnival celebration came to our own Island when about 50 leaders and Sunday School children from the Island United and Port Perry Anglican Churches arrived at the Community Hall with their masks and dress up. They played games, made Easter banners and generally learned the meaning of the Spring Lenten season. This was climaxed by a Junior Communion Service. After refresh- ments of cookies and beverage, the meaning- ful celebration came to an end and all declared it a real fun time. At the Island United Service we were pleased to welcome back Rev. Don Tansley from his vacation in California and Bonnie Gerrow from her vacation in Florida. They had Visit... The Window Box Craft Shop featuring quilts, baby items, pine accessories, a Christmas Corner and many other items. 14 Mile East of the 4 Corners in Caesarea 986-4833 PORT PERRY NEEDLECRAFT 108 WATER STREET 985-7027 1st ANNIVERSARY - MARCH 17 CELEBRATION SALE -- MARCH 12TO 17 -- 17% Off - All Sales A good selection of this year's summer yams plus many more favourites. certainly left spring like weather to return to winter experiences While at Church we . were also made aware of the work accomplish- - ed in the changes and improvement of the heating system. We thank all those who have given so much thought and effort to this pro- ject. We also appreciate the snow being cleaned from the parking lot. "What a busy day this Ash Wednesday pro- mises to be. The ladies of the United Church will attend Presbyterial in Oshawa at North- minster United. In the evening the "Head" UCW will meet at the home of Anne Alstein. Don't forget your craft items for the annual Art and Craft Show in May this year. While the above meet- ing is taking place, the "Grace" UCW will hold another popular euchre and Bake Sale at the Community Hall at 8 p.m. Now it is March again when we look forward to two annual events. First the Jeffrey family sponsor a dance for the . Kidney Foundation at the Community Hall, March 24. For tickets please call 985-2041 or 985-2973. with 3 settings sponsor- ed by '"Grace" UCW. For tickets, it isn't too early to call Mrs. Robt. Taylor or Mrs. Doug Crozier. If you would like to see Mina and Dick Steer's slides on Aust- ralia, you are invited to the Manchester Pot Luck Supper at the United Church at 6:30 p.m. this Friday. We wish to extend our sympathy to Mrs. Allen Martyn and Bob Archer of Stevenson's Point as their mother passed away at the Nursing Home on the weekend. Many of us will remember Mrs. Archer during her days of Nursing. Jim and Marylyn Heayn recently return- ed from a vacation in Florida. Several other people are looking for- ward to a vacation in March. Dog Washing & Grooming 19 SUNRISE DR, BLACKSTOCK For Appointment Call: 986-4989 nn. tN A x -_