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'Meeting, trip was de a.m. Mair's Berry Farm Strawberry picking season is _b b Streich A len b ite summer is really here is the start of the be icking season. 8 week, Erich Mair is opening his gate for the thou- sands of avid berry pickers to take the first step toward those delicious jams and pies. Mairs' farm is beginning to turn red with the first, sweet strawberries of the season. Mr. Mair explained that al- though the miserable weather over the last several weeks has pushed back the normal open- ing time, the next four weeks will bring bushels of fresh, large berries. The Mair farm has 11 acres of Strawberries and 6 acres of raspberries - enough to satisfy even the sweetest tooth. Through a system of staggered planting, one patch is just starting to ripen when another finishes. Mairs' boast of such POPU- pocket lar varieties as Veestar, Red- coat and Vesper strawberries. While the strawberries will be in full swing for this weekend, the raspberries are just ripening and should be ready for picking within two weeks. At the request of his cus- tomers, Mr. Mair has started a plot of Brandywine berries, not- ed for their ood jam qualities. They will ar fruit for the 1990 season. Everyone has their own fa- | vorite berry recipes, but Mr. Mair prefers them simply in a dish with a little sour cream or yogurt and a dash of sugar. A word of caution for berry pickers; the necessary gear is essential for a safe and enjoya- ble outing. Always wear cool clothing, and a wide brimmed hat. Remember to put oninsect repellant and suntan lotion if ou are susceptible to burning. ringing along a drink may not | be a bad idea if you intend to stay a while. Picking berries yourself is rewarding and helpful to the book compared to pay- ing full store prices. Itis also a good excuse to get outin the sun and fresh air and enjoy the sea- son and then enjoy desert a lit- tlelateron. Dedication of organ at Utica Church Epsom and Area News by Jean Jeffery Please remember the Twilight Barbecue, Dairy » games and fun for all it sponsored by the Holstein pros A Milk Bosh eit uly atép.m. at me of Douglas and Beth Wilson. All welcome. The Women's Institute June tful as usual. We 'visited Woodside home of McKen- zie King in Kitchener, then on to Kitchener for a walking tour and shopping supper "out" climax a We will contact you soon regar- ding pies for July 7. Barbara Evans and Corrine Croxall attended Greenbank W.1I. last week. They shared concerns and information rega "On Farm Child Care," and the Fair- field Farm Family puppets - Agriculture in the classroom. Several attended Decoration Day at Uxbridge Cemetery. Grant and Lynn Evans were in Kitchener on Thursday and Fri- day Lynn will be exhibiting her "miniatures" at Homer Wat- son House and Gallery until July 23. While in Kitchener Grant and Lynn had supper with cousins Darcy and Nancy Wallace and family. Visitors at the home of Harold and Luciesone Ross in June were: Mrs. Ross, sister Helen, Mon- treal, Georgette from Peter- and niece Diane Dunn, Montreal and Ellen Harris of 'Etobicoke. Mr. and Mrs. H. Ross and Garry Royle were guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Brian Taylor, Burlington on Sunday, the * Wood and fiberglass Shop (416) 985-0349 Expert boat repairs, refinishing, installations, restoration and new construction. WATERCRAFT MARK WARBURTON * Mobile Service Res. (705) 328-2465 L Kelly, Zuly, Greenway, Bruce BARRISTERS and SOLICITORS Motor Vehicle -- Criminal Personal Injury -- Wills Real Estate -- Family Law Corporate & Commercial EVENINGS & WEEKENDS BY APPOINTMENT '114 King St. E., Oshawa 723-2278 purple hue and [3 oy bh PORT PERRY STAR -- Tuesday, June 27, 1989 -- 47 Erich Malr Is showing off some of the scrumptious strawberries which are ripening on upon us LE his farm north of Port Perry. Although there are plenty of berries ready to be picked, it may be better to wait until the weekend to let the warm weather bring the rest around, and start the raspberries off. Don't forget to take along some insect repellant and a good hat! occasion of Ellen Harris' 80th birthday. Miss Ann Tapscott was hostess for a surprise bridal shower for her friend Donna Kerry on Sun- day afternoon. It was attended by school friends. July 8 will be the date of the Jack and Jill Dance at Utica for Donna and Jeff. Marian Dale and George Robb called on Betty and Norm Tapscott Sunday evening. Maurice Tapscott attended the w of their nephew on Saturday at Baileyboro. A welcome to Gord Postma's sister - Tina, her husband Garth Wilson and son Aaron who mov- ed into the trailer home at the farm on Saturday. Heidi and Holly Reynders of Uxbridge were overnight guests - iin Amy and Trisa Postma on t. The Community of Epsom was proud to entertain our Bride for July, Donna Kerry and her hubby-to-be Jeff Ireland with an Old Tyme type shower on Satur- day evening. The newly decorated Sunday School room was most tastefully decorated. Jeff assisted PORT PERRY CLINIC HOGAN'S HEARING AID CENTRE of Port Perry DENNIS J. HOGAN 230 Queen Street * NOTE NEW NUMBER * 985-4422 'WED. ONLY 1 5PM and | Marydale - Donna in opening her many gifts- - she was assisted by Ann Ta tt and Sandra Kerry. All enjoyed the bountiful lunch which concluded with our first Strawberry Short-cake of the ear. On Sunday at Utica Church the organ, hymn books and the pews Fitdins peated ee aks, or bringing t you had received last week from the Sunday School in honour of your retirement as superintendent. Eileen Slute played the organ- for an old fashioned "Hymn Sing." The choir never sounded better accompanied on piano by Ann Tapscott. After church a most delicious lunch was served in the shade of the maples, then young and old enjoyed races and games - A Real Sunday School Picnic for young and old. Melody MacPhee and fiancee John Elvige of Mount Forest were weekend guests with the Kerrys. and Su NOW REGISTERING JULY CLASSES 4 WEEK EVENING COURSE -- Monday & Wednesday, July 3rd to 26th -- 6 PM to 9 PM 4 CONSECUTIVE DAY COURSE Monday to Thursday, July 31st to August 3rd -- 9 AM to 4 PM Learn to Drive... lve Young Drivers of Canada ® : . 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