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18 - PORT PERRY STAR - Tuesday, May 12, 1992 400 were expected at At-Home dance By Marnie Luke Port Perry Star The halls and classrooms of Port Perry High School were sparse on Friday afternoon. Unlike most weeks, there were few crowds pushing for the doors, relieved the weekend had finally arrived. But downtown the chairs were full at all the hair salons. Students from all grades were in having their hair cut, curled, styled, moussed, and sprayed. Some were even having their make-up done and getting man- icures. In just hours, they would put on their evening dresses, suits, or tuxedos, crowd into their par- ent's car or a rented limousine, and head off to the 'At Home', PPHS's annual formal. Unlike the traditional image of a formal dance, few of these students were nervous about meeting their date's parents for the first time, or about being on their best behaviour. "Hardly anyone even goes to the 'At Home' with a date any more," said PPHS student Jan- na Fletcher. She went on to say that many students feel more comfortable going with someone from PPHS who is just a friend, rather than bringing a date from another school. "If you bring a date who doesn't know anyone, you have to spend the whole night intro- ducting them to everyone," she said. Michelle Ball, who is a mem- ber of the 'At Home' committee, said they expected about 400 people to attend the dance. "People don't make plans to attend far in advance anymore. They usually just ask a friend to go. Most only decide that week, or even the night before if they're going," Miss. Ball said. "I think that I'm one of the only people actually going with my boyfriend. I evén sold tick- ets to two girls who are going with each other," she said. In past years, students would often rent limousines and tuxedos, and go to expen- sive restaurants for dinner be- fore the 'At Home". But this year, many are cutting back by carpooling, wearing suits, or having dinner parties at their own houses be- fore the 'At Home". "I know that a lot of my friends are wearing dresses that they wore a couple of years ago, or even borrowing from friends," said 'At Home' com- mittee member Carrie Calway. Tickets for the 'At Home' are $25 per couple, but the rental of a limousine and tuxedo costs at least $250 for one evening. But whether renting, buying, or borrowing, the 'At Home' is Aljays a night of fun for all. Beard Growing Contest kicks off on Monday The Scugog Shores Museum Village and Archives' Beard and Handlebar Moustache Growing contest kicks off Monday, May 18. In celebration of Canada's 125th birthday, contestants grow beards or moustaches for 125 days, ending with the Mu- seum's Fall Harvest Days on Sept. 19. Registration for the event be- gins at 2 p.m. on May 18 at the museum, where a mock clean shave by a barber will take place. Those entrants who cannot make it to the museum on Mon- day, must come Tuesday and verify they are clean shaven. Each entrant can recruit as many sponsors as he can as there will be a prize for the gen- tleman with the most pledges. Other categories include best handlebar moustache, most lux- urious, bushiest beard and long- Ee Sere For Trimming, Pruning & Professional _ Removal of Branches & Trees est beard. There will be many other priz- es with all proceeds helping to support the Scugog Shores His- torical Museum and Archives. Although the museum has re- ceived many entries, organizers want to hear from more. Case Lami, of W. Frank Real Estate has challenged all other gentlemen real estate agents to show their support for the Mu- seum Village by growing a beard. Mr. Case currently has a full beard, and has agreed to shave it off for the museum. The contest is not limited to Scugog Township residents, and entrants do not have to be a certain age. Entry forms and sponsor sheets will be available throughout Scugog, including the Port Perry Star and the Murray House Restaurant. To register early call the Mu- seum at 985-3589. age DEVI RENE Lisa Toye and Sawn Plain (right) are Port Perry High School's Queen and King for 1992. The announcement was made in the high school's beautifully decorated gymnasium during the annual "At Home" dance last Friday night. At left, are John Ennis and Alli Cowdy, who were voted as runners up to the King and Queen. . kh : PRES RY Port Perry High School has a new Prince and Princess. They are, left, Pete King and J. PETER HVIDSTEN / PORT PERRY STAR Alesia Bentley. Runners up for Prince and Princess were, centre right, Misty Garvock and Gavin Cochrane. More than 400 students attended the school's formal dance. ya NR ha oN tp -------------------- About 400 students attended Port Perry High School's "At Home" dance last Friday night, and many took their vows during a "mock wedding" ceremony. Above, retired high B.Sc. (Agr.) --_-- school teacher Paul Arculus weds, from left Shannon Todd and Kristie Corden and Kylie Kearns and Jason McBride. The wedding vows were scheduled to end Friday midnight.