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*) [5 / available for home viewing 42 -- PORT PERRY STAR -- Tuesday, September 9, 1986 It was a busy August at the nursing home The September meeting of the Yelverton U.C.W. was held at the home of Mrs. Balfour Mcore with eighteen members and our new minister's wife Mrs. Carol Evans present. Following coffee, cheese & muf- fins supplied by Hazel Gray & Ida Hartig, we opened with the Ode. Maureen Moore (President), read a poem. In Vera Staples absence, Linda Pfoh read the devotional she had prepared. We sang "Come Let Us Sing of a Wonderful Love." Lin- da read the scripture reading from John 15 verse 12 & 13 & Corinthians 13 verses 1-7. The fruit of the spirit is "love, joy, peace, longsuffering & kindness." Help us learn to really love people by keeping them. Famous people became famous by putting others first. This was follow- ed by prayer. After the roll call, Corrie Malcolm . gave the treasurer's report showing that $411.00 was cleared at the yard sale. Nearly $500 cleared at the Stinson-Gould wedding. We also paid $310 to have the church clean- ed. Linda Pfoh reported that the organ had been fixed for free. Mov- ed by Myra Page & 2nd by Isabel Wilson that our group pay for the framing etc. of the picture of the three churches that is to hang in the sanctuary. Eileen Malcolm gave the flower report, moved by Corrie Malcolm and 2nd by Lorraine Preston that $50 be given to the flower committee. Ida thanked for Joe's gift and he is improving nicely. On Oct. 1st Region 5 Rally will be held in. Omemee for Mt. Horeb. Yelverton is to do the 'In Memorium." Myra Page and Doris Rowen offered to look after same. Mary Moore, Ida Hartig and Maureen Moore offered to decorate the church for our 124th Anniver- sary at 11 a.m. on September 21 with Sue Bonsteel speaker. They helped 5 special friends celebrate their birthdays. Everyone enjoyed the cake, ice-cream and the fruit drinks. Afterwards a sing song was held. During the afternoon on Wednes- day, 29 residents gathered in the din- ing room for a Watermelon Bash Party. Although everyone got covered in the watermelon juice they all had a great time. There was several contests throughout the par- ty. The winners were: Seed Spitting - Lionel Blaikie (1st), Clara Ray (2nd). Fastest Eater - Joan Tuck (1st), Lionel Blaikie (2nd). Team Eating - Lionel Blaikie (1st), Amy Ginn (2nd). Afterwards a quiz was This service will be followed by a pot luck dinner in the Hall for all to meet and visit with Sue. Members of our group are asked to bring a dish for first course and one for second. Moved by Mary Moore and 2nd by Corrie Malcolm that we charge $7 for adults and $3.50 for children and our own help at the Beef Dinner on October 13 at 3 p.m. The Finance Committee to meet and make ar- rangements for same. MaryLou Foote, Mandy Robinson, Mary and Maureen Moore offered to make the gravy. It was decided to order 225 lbs. of beef. Some arrangements were made held. Therefore if you drop in here next year and see a watermelqn patch growing in the diningroom then you will certainly know why. Thursday was craft day. Everyone was involved in their crafts. The quilting ladies got together .and purchased their material to make a comforter for the Christmas Bazzar. Friday the ladies again gathered together in the residents kitchen and make up a few jars of peach jam. Monday, August 25th, the residents participated in a bowling session. We had two top winners with Becky Gray and Lionel Blaikie with 97 points. Congratulations! Plans already underway for dinner regarding the meeting at the Hall on September 30th at 7:30 p.m. when Kim Ball will speak on finances. Tickets available from the U.C.W. members or at the door. Our group to supply lunch. Offering was $18.50. Next meeting at the church Oc- tober 2, at 10 a.m. with Vera Staples & Eileen Genereux for coffee and snacks. We closed with the benediction. Carol Gray gave an interesting 'demonstration of painting on baskets and all had the opportunity to look at all her books regarding same. Eileen Malcolm expressed the groups thanks to Carol. Are you ready for the mystery bus trip? by Lillian Harper There was an excellent atten- dance at the opening meeting of the fall season of the Honeydale Women's Institute, with our presi- dent, Clara Warren presiding. Following the singing of the "Opening Ode,' the roll call - 'How old is your present home," was answered, with some interesting details given of the history of the older homes. After the reading of the minutes of our last meeting and the financial report, the communications were presented. In reply to a request from the nursing home to put on a "birthday program one month dur- ing the coming year. There was a preference for the month of February expressed, so there will be plans made for that early in the new year. There is to be a seminar on finan- cial planning, with an excellent speaker, on October 6 at 8 p.m. in Fall action at the library The Fall line-up of activities at the Library in Port Perry begins this week with Storytime registration for all children 3 or 4 years of age. Dur- ing September other programs for the young people include: a Tuesday Computer Club, Wednesday "After School' films, a puppeteers club, and the 'Adventures with Books" Club for eager young readers. Adults have not been forgotten in this flurrie of junior activities. Mom and Dad, Gram and Gran- dad, be sure to attend some of the special programs. Would you like to be a better photographer? Check out the 5 week photography course. The Durham Public Health Unit will pre- sent a valuable P.M.S. seminar for women. Remember to inquire about the computers, their use is free to all members. Videotapes are also In October more special pro- grams are planned that you won't want to miss. For adults, Conrad Biernacki of the Willow Society will be discussing the history and popularity of that all-time favorite pattern of China. Questions are more than welcome! During Public Library Week celebrations, children's author Tim Wynne-Jones, creator of "Zoom" will be the Library to meet children and their parents. The September show at the Gallery in the Library will feature the superb wildlife art of David Alexander Risk. His work will be complimented by the Birdseye Cen- tre Carvers whose talents are becoming quite well known! Oc- tober offers a magnificent and unusiial display of quilting by Judith Tinkle Come - Join us, and enjoy the fall action at the Scugog Library ! Goodwood Community Centre. This is open to the public, and is highly recommended as most worthwhile. Tickets are $2.50. We are planning a bazaar and afternoon tea, on Thursday, October 9th at the Municipal building - time - 24 p.m. Plans are under way for a "mystery" bus trip on Monday, September 22, leaving the Curling Clubat8:30a.m., thentothe .G.A. parking lot and tickets are $13.00. Get your tickets early! Our delegates to the convention on October 28 & 29 at the Royal York are Jean Carnochan and Grace Bassant. The program was conducted by our Tweedsmuir History Convenor, Margaret Cornish, who gave a most interesting history of old Port Perry as it was in the 1870's or before. She touched mainly on one of the first bell-ringers, Robert McKnight, who came to Canada in 1871, became a councillor, and the ringer of the bell in the Old Town Hall - at 7 a.m. time to go to work, then at noon, and 6 p.m. Several of those present said they remembered William Nesbitt who was police chief, and bell-ringer at a later date. Mrs. Irene Philip read the lengthy obituary which was written at the time of Robert McKnight's death, and which stated that the Town Hall was "filled to capacity' for his funeral, as he was held in high esteem! Mary Van Ham gave a humorous reading on "Seniors,"' which we all enjoyed very much. We were pleased to have our district president, Mrs. Alva Thompson present. She gave some interesting details from the district meeting, one of which was the fact that the Associated Country Women of the World (A.C. W.W.) are very short of funds, and put forth assistance in alleviating the situation Following this most interesting meeting, we enjoyed a social cup of tea and lunch 15 residents boarded a bus on Tuesday and headed down to the CNE for a day of fun. Everyone en- joyed walking through the Better Living Centre and the Horticulture Building. It was a great day and the rain held off till we got home. Wednesday, 20 residents again boarded a bus and headed out to Stouffville Dinner Theatre for a delicious lunch and a great musical comedy play. The show titled 'Hits of the Blitz" expressed a lot of familiar war time songs, skits and jokes. We recommend it highly to everyone. Although it was a long day everyone survived the venture. Thursday afternoon we held a corn roast. Although it was a cool day we still held our party in the din- ingroom. A corn husking contest was just one of the many contest and games that were played. Con- gratulations to everyone for their participated efforts. We all then sat back and relaxed to the enjoyable entertainment by Mr. Archie Walker. Friday, August 29th was Bingo Day. We had several winners throughout the afternoon. Con- gratulations to everyone!! We would like to extend birthday greetings to Mr. George Johnston (Sept. 10). Well this ends the news for the month of August. As we head into September let's all hope for some better weather that we can really enjoy. UNITED CHURCH Rev. Glenn C. Jackson, M.A., B.D. SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 14 Port Perry 10:00 a.m. - Morning Worship for Centennial and Church School Guest Speaker: Rev. Robert G. Brawn PRINCE ALBERT 11:00 a.m. Jr. Choir Practice 11:30 a.m. Morning Worship and Church School SCUGOG PASTORAL CHARGE Rev. Brian Robinson B.A. M.Div. Scugog - 9:45 a.m. Manchester - 11:15 a.m. UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA Rev. Dale Davis Blackstock 10:00 a.m. North Nestleton 11:15 a.m. Church School and Nursery During Worship GREENBANK PASTORAL CHARGE SERVICES Rev. David Shepherd, Minister 9:30 a.m. Seagrave 11:00 a.m. Greenbank 12:30 p.m. Pinedale COMMUNITY CHURCH CAESAREA Rev. Dr. W.H. Crawford SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 14 at 11:00 a.m. We invite you to Family Worship A Children's Church during Service Welcome To The Country Church EMMANUEL PENTECOSTAL CHURCH Queen and Rosa Streets Pastor R. Hilsden 985-9222 -- 985-3770 SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 14 9:45 a.m. Exciting Sunday School For All Ages 11 a.m. & 7 p.m. Worship and Evangelism with Guest Speaker Rev. Don Rogers, Teacher at Eastern Pentecostal Bible College Inspiring Singing Childrens Church - Nursery Care A Warm Welcome To All ANGLICAN CHURCH The Rev'd M. Ansley Tucker St. John's, Blackstock SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 14 Holy Cross Day 9:15 a.m. Holy Communion and Church School Ascension, Port Perry Wednesday September 10 Edmund Peck 7:30 a.m. Holy Communion SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 14 Holy Cross Day 11:15 a m. Holy Communion and Church School PORT PERRY BAPTIST CHURCH Hwy 7A and Island Road East of Port Perry Church Office 985-8681 Senior Pastor: Rev. G.E. Barton, M.A., M.Th. 985-8681 -- 985-8873 Youth Pastor: Mr. T. Michacl Putt 985-8154 -- 986-4773 Sunday Services Bible School 9:45 a.m. Worship 11:00 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. Ladies Coffee Hour Tuesday, 9:45 a.m. Nursery Provided Prayer and Bible Study Wednesday 7:30 p.m. C.S.B. Boys Club Thursday 7 p.m. Youth Meetings - Friday Evenings Call Youth Pastor - Special Welcome to the Handicapped HOPE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH OF PORT PERRY A Christian Reformed Fellowship 166 Simcoe Street, Prince Albert Rev. Bart VanEyk, Pastor "The Church of the Back-to-God Hour' Broadcasting Sundays 9:30 a.m. CHOO - 1390 AM and CKAN 1480 AM Services 10:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. A Women's Inter-Faith Study and Children's Story Hour Every Thursday 9:30 a.m. Nursery Provided 'Everyone Welcome" EMMANUEL FULL GOSPEL FELLOWSHIP Durham Road 23 and 7th Conc. Rev. G.B. Parks 852-5871 SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 14 10:30 a.m. Prayer 11:00 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. Services 7:30 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study A Church Moving In Spiritual Renewal PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF CANADA Rev. Stuart McEntyre B.A., B.D. 985-3881 -- 985-3409 ST. JOHN'S, PORT PERRY 319 Queen Street SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 14 9:55 a.m. Family Worship Church School and Nursery During Worship Welcome! 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