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i | A 32 -- PORT PERRY STAR -- Tuesday, January 24, 1989 t to honour Robbie Burns WELL More than 100 people enjoyed a "wee visit to Scotland" without leaving Port Perry last Saturday night, The occasion was the second Robbie Burns Night at the Ma- sonic Lodge on Queen Street, complete with kilts, the sounds of the piper, Scottish songs, and of - course the haggis, that famous Scottish "puddin" made from heart, liver, kidney, oatmeal and onions, all wrapped in the lining from a sheep's stomach. On or about January 25, Scots and those with Scottish blood, and many without any link to the land of Bums, celebrate the birth of the famous bard. Robbie Burns was born in Jos and died a young man at age His birthday is celebrated in many countries around the world. The Masonic Lodge in Port Perry last held a Burns night two years ago. Doug Miller delivered the fa- mous address "tae a Haggis" after it was piped into the dining room by Foster Hansen with rers Howard Gauthier and Don Bower. Following grace, toasts to the Queen and remarks by Fidelity Lodge 425 Master Dave Pashely, the toast to the immortal memory of Robbie Burns was delivered by Dr. Matthew Dymond, who was born in Scotland. Supper enjoyed by the more than 100 people in attendance in- cluded roast beef, champit tatties, neeps, mixed vegetables and of course, the haggis. It was an evening to reflect celebrate the birth of one of Scot- land's most famous native sons, but also to enjoy the rich heritage and traditions that are part of that country. The evening concluded with music from piper Hansen, a med- ley of Scottish songs by Avis Miller and dancing to the sounds of Doug Palmer. AN ol is La More than 100 people were on hand Saturday night at the Masonic Lodge In Port Perry to celebrate Robble Burns' birthday on Jan. 25. Dressed for the oc- caslon are from left: Piper Foster Hansen, Dr. Matt Dymond who delivered the toast to the immortal memory; Howard Gauthier who helped carry In the haggis PAUL VAN CAMP Chartered Accountant { ) puddin' and Doug Miller who ga ve the address to the haggis. Ashburn and Area News by Florence Ashton Brooklin Horticultural Society will hold their first meeting of the new year on Wednesday evening of this week at the Brooklin United Church Hall, at 8:00 p.m. . The topic for the evening will be "Knowing and Growing Wild Flowers," with guest speaker James French, founder and past president of the Canadian 'Wildflower Society. In addition to showing some very fine wildflower slides, Jim will talk about the Canadian Wildflower Society and how we can get in- volved and take advantage of the resources of this organization. The combined churches of Brooklin, Myrtle and Ashburn are planning a new project - "Wheels DOR-JEAN FASHIONS 242 QUEEN ST., PORT PERRY 985-8274 -- dressing the discriminating lady -- Final Winter Clearance 1/2 PRICE DRESSES - SLACKS - SKIRTS - SWEATERS - BLOUSES Babies' DIAPERS ...¥14.9 80 Large or 90 Medium Early spring & cruise wear, bathing suits, lingerie arriving daily -- Please drop in and take a peek! to Meals."" The purpose is to pro- vide a hot luncheon and a social time afterward for seniors, shut- ins, those who live alone and for our disabled. Transportation will be provided as required. At pre- sent, the plans are to hold one lun- cheon in February, March and April, the first one being Wednes- day, February 15, 12:00 noon at St. Thomas' Anglican Church, Brooklin. To help defray costs, a charge of $3.50 per person will be made. If you are interested in being a client or a driver, or if you know of someone you think might like to be involved, please call Margaret Davis 655-4825 or Bar- bara Porter 655-4652. I'm sure a good time was had by all who attended the Burns supper last Friday evening. It was certainly a full evening from "Meals on Wheels plan beginning to end. The evening - began with the traditional 'hag- gis' being piped in by piper Roy Cooper, assisted by Bill Burgess and Bill Morrison. Address to the haggis by Bert Carr. Toast to the queen by Gerry Emm. We were privileged to have Dr. and Mrs. Matthew Dymond from Port Perry with us. Dr. Dymond made the toast to the memory of Robert Burns. 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