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ae ee dh i i i a So a caer The YMCA held its Halloween Spoooctacluar on Saturday. Twenty-three spook scary youngsters turned out for the day of songs, games, and Halloween fun. Pictured are (left to right): Julle Jacobson, Lindsay Ross, Brittany Leach, Tyler Leach. Shirley W.I. celebrated 80th anniversary A Magnificent Sight to Behold Early last week on a cold, fros- ty morning; we were deeply mov- ed; while preparing breakfast; to see a flock of 35 Canada geese on the pond. They stayed for some time presenting an imposing ap- pearance; so splendid and beautiful; before taking off for Chesapeake Bay, Washington D.C. - their home for the winter months. 80th Anniversary Celebrated Our congratulations to the Shirley Women's Institute for 80 dedicated years within the Branch; all working for 'Home & Country." They had a fine celebration in Purple Hill Orange Hall - unique setting - this past Wednesday, Oct. 24, with a capacity attendance of Institute members on hand to help celebrate. They have some new members and their future looks bright - a splendid group of women! Oshawa Presbyterial Regional Meeting The Oshawa Presbyterial Regional U.C.W. meeting was held in Hampton on Tuesday evening with four members from Nestleton attending; namely; Jean Williams, Neta Fish, Barb Weir and Helen Vine. After the lovely desserts, tea and coffee were enjoyed; a most productive meeting was held with chairper- son Bessie Vaneyk in the chair. The guest speaker, Christine Greenaway used as her timely topic, 'Is Your Christian Message Being Heard?" Fine thoughts for all to take home! Dinner Enjoyed The sumptious Turkey dinner held in Nestleton Community Centre, sponsored by the Nestleton Presbyterian Ladies Aid, on Friday evening last, was well attended; with Rev. Wm. Fairley giving the Grace before the meal commenced; then all the hungry folk dug in, and enjoyed the meal to the utmost! Pleased to have son Alan & Eleanor Cawker of Oshawa, back for the tempting dinner. Later, a time of visiting and reminiscing was a "Highlight" at the farmstead! Family Concerns On Sunday, October 21, Lawrence & Gwen Malcolm of. Nestleton, attended the baptism of their newest granddaughter, Emily Brooke Malcolm, at Old Windham United Church, Simcoe, Ontario. Following the service, Barry and Joan Malcolm hosted a luncheon for family and friends. Glenn and Arlene Malcolm and girls, and David and Joanne Malcolm and family, Nestleton were also present for this occasion. On Monday, Lawrence & Gwen enjoyed lunch with Arnot & Mary Van Nest, Brantford, and were dinner and overnight guests of John & Suzy Gmur of Eden Mills. A most enjoyable three day trip! Clara Schmid, Bowmanville, was a recent dinner guest of Lawrence & Gwen. They also call- ed on Ruth Cowling, View Lake and Ted & Lenore Hoar of Lind- say. Mrs. Neta Fish, Cadmus, had dinner with Mrs. Balfour Moore, Yelverton, on Sunday evening, and a good visit was a highlight! Recently, Aaron Hill was part of a team from Cartwright High School, to enter the Senior Science Olympics for Durham Region. The Cartwright team were awarded first place! Our con- gratulations to Aaron. Community Church Caesarea On a windy, rainy Sunday mor- ning, a large crowd gathered for the 11 a.m. service at the friend- ly Caesarea Church on October 28, with Rev. W.H. Crawford in the pulpit. He spoke on "'God's Compassion' taken from Acts 3:6-7. "God reaching out to the helpless and forgotten people; through His Servants." Music by Kathy Watts. Next Sunday at 11 a.m. a special speaker will be Rev. David Morris and his party; with excellent music and songs. The Sunshine club meets Tues- day from 4 to 5 p.m.. Sympathy Extended Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family of Robert Alexander Cowan, formerly of Agincourt; who passed away at Crescent- care, Lindsay, in his 91st year. He leaves to mourn his beloved wife Gertrude; sons and daughters - Muriel, Bruce, Alice, Jack and Judy. Survived by 15 grandchildren and 15 great- grandchildren. Beloved grand- father of Dale & Carl Muirhead, formerly of Scugog Point, now liv- ing at Viewlake. Note: Sam Cawker, Nestleton, was pleased to board with Alex and Gertrude Cowan when he taught school in Agincourt, and found Alex Cowan was always good company, with a zest for life; and a pleasure to be with. A highly respected gentleman by a wide circle of friends. he will be sadly missed. Service was held at Mackay's Funeral Home in Lindsay; inter- ment in Melville Church Cemetery at West Hill. ~ Church Marks 155 Years On a cool, rainy day, Nestleton United Church on Sunday Oc- tober 28, 11:15 a.m., 1990, celebrated 155 years re - the con- gregation; and 90 years in the present Sanctuary. A good atten- dance was on hand for this 'special' event in spite of poor weather. Marion Hall & Neta Fish welcomed the folks at the door. Rev. Dale Davis conducted the service in his own inimitable style, and introduced and welcomed our guest speaker Elaine Barber of Bowmanville; a former student diaconal (befitting Eedainbalalbabudtotaddalotobalal bbl fl aude blll LL} : Clip & Save jp wore :SPECIAL : i $3.00 Off =o | . Debut . X| 18 kg. DOG FOOD Jibei, | y, and | PORT PERRY STAR -- Tuesday, October 30, 1990 -- 27 Kim Hale lead the songs, and games at Saturday's YMCA Halloween bash. Pictured with Kim is Devan Brooks. a deacon) minister of the Charge in 1984-85 back again. Warm ap- plause greeted Elaine, Everyone was delighted to see her again. She used as her Sermon Topic - "The Yardstick, Rule and Norm" presenting a strong message, based on Scripture from Ruth 2: 1-13 & Matthew 22:34-46. Anniversary is a time of looking back; reminiscing about the history of the congregation. A very special time for Nestleton with Elaine in the pulpit. She said she was privileged to share the times with us - the happy times and the sad. A very fine speaker - you could hear every word she said with her charming smile and great sense of humour. So glad Elaine could come and share her fine thoughts with us and hope to see her again in the near future. The choir sang two inspiring numbers "Majesty" and "We Shall Behold Him"' with our able organist Gwen Malcolm at the in- strument. Our warm appreciation! Elaine had a story for the in- terested Sunday School youngsters, before going to classes. Neta Fish & Marion Hall ~eceived the offering. The beautiful floral ar- rangements were placed in the Sanctuary by the evening unit of the U.C.W. _ After Elaine and Rev. Dale jointly closed the worship service and Three Fold Amen was sung; all were invited to the Sunday School Room for temptin refreshments; and to meet Elaine Barber and great old friends and new! A most impressive Anniver- sary Celebration! Next Sunday, Nov. 4, at 10a.m. Blackstock anniversary guest speaker will be the Rev'd Doreen Van Camp. The morning worship will be withdrawn at Nestleton and the friends are invited to join with Blackstock. Birthday Party Enjoyed Calvin Holland of Cadmus, was the honoured guest at a delicious dinner at a Seafood Restaurant in Oshawa on Saturday evening with his mom Neta, wife Yvonne and children Chad, Craig and Alanna present, for a birthday celebra- tion. Later they enjoyed birthday cake at Neta's apartment and sang happy birthday! Calvin turned 39 on Monday, October 29. Our very best wishes to Calvin for a great year ahead!