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"Scugog's Community Newspaper of Choice" News of interest to our rural neighbours in Scugog Township of 3% 5 | A ribbon cuttin Needs. Joining in the celebration are Harold Wri Wright and Aaron and Hailey Wright. More than $400 raised for UNICEF The Greenbank Guides had a fun-filled weekend at Camp Sa- mac, with a total of 14 campers. There was never a dull moment. We spent most of our time out- side playing games, at night as well as in the day, to achieve our Stalker Badge. We made a Christmas present for our moms and we went on a two- hour hike. Everyone had a great time and we are looking for- ward to our next camp. Our con- gratulations to the fine leader- ship these girls do enjoy. At our Communion service on Sunday morning, Ryan Mat- thew Beal was baptized. He is Crafty Christmas for Maurice and Eliza Fralick celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary with their family on Saturday, Nov. 13. Scugog Shores Historical Museum And Village On Saturday, Oct. 30 there was a Memorial Service for Yo- shio Hikida held at the newly restored Head Memorial Church. Lunch was provided by the Head U.C.W. Yoshio had al- ways been a great supporter of our village and had made a won- derful difference to many peo- ple including those who visited Aldred's Corner Store. Yoshio's the son of Suzanne and Donald Beal and grandson of Judy and Jim Gibson. He was sponsored by Judy and her other daughter Bonnie. Also attending this joy- ous occasion were Ryan's other grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Don Gillespie. Ladies, please remember our Greenbank Women's Institute meeting on Wednesday Nov. 17 at 1:30 p.m. at the home of Bet- ty Stone. Come and bring a friend. Mrs. Muriel Gibson spent the weekend visiting in Bewdley with her daughter Darlene and Dale Ridge and enjoyed her grandchildren Jillian and Kyle. This year's Halloween fund raising effort for UNICEF has been the best yet. A total of $408.21 was raised by Green- bank's school children on Hallo- ween night. Many thanks to the students who carried UNICEF boxes, the families which donat- ed coins and the people who helped roll the coins! Our con- kind and giving nature was al- ways present. We will miss her dearly. On Tuesday, Nov. 9 the Lake Scugog' Historical Society wel- comed author Brendan O'Brien as their guest speaker to talk about his book "Speedy Jus- tice." As many as 40 people lis- tened with great interest as he - talked about the 1804 murder at Washburn Island. His book is available at Books Galore. It would make a great Christmas present for all those "history buffs" out there. Scugog Island Women's Institute The Scugog Island Women's Institute are holding their "Crafty Christmas" meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 17 at 8 p.m. at the Island Hall. Don't forget the gift exchange. Visitors are always welcome. Scugog Island United Church 19100 Island Road The Lectionary Bible Study Group will meet on Tuesday, Nov.16 at 1:30 p.m. at S.1.U.C. The Worship and Music Com- g ceremony Saturday morning marked the opening of Wright's Feeds 'N ght, Area Councillor Harvey Graham, Melanie tribution will go a long way in helping children in countries much less well off than our own. The winners at the recent eu- chre party in Greenbank were: Ladies First Ruby Dusty, Sec- ond Olive Ormiston, Third Ver- na Draper. Mens First Neil Hunter, Second Larry Doble, Third John Cook. Lucky draw winners were Jean Rodd, Cliff Rodd and Neil Hunter. The members of the Ontario South District of Women's Insti- tute met at the home of Mrs. John Hamers in Myrtle last Monday. Thirteen members heard the report from this year's convention goers by Mary Cannon. A good report was given from the Port Perry Fair Booth by Helen McKean who thanked everyone for their work. Out silent auction baby quilt was sold for $50 and our Pennies for Friendship jars re- alized a goodly amount of $340. Our president Luella Lewis gave us the important dates for 1994. meeting W.l. women on Nov. 17 mittee will meet on Wednesday, Nov.17at9:30 a.m. at S.1.U.C. Choir practice will be held on Thursday, Nov. 18 at 7 p.m. The Youth Group for Grades 6-8 will meet on Friday, Nov. 19 from 6-7:30 p.m. at S.1.U.C. On Sunday, Nov. 21 a service of baptism will be held at 9:45 a.m. Sunday School and Nur- sery care provided. Don't forget to mark Satur- day, Nov. 27 on your calendar. The Sunday School is sponsor- ing an Advent Party at S.1.U.C. from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The whole congregation is invited to attend and the program is de- signed for all ages. Nursery care will be provided. Bring finger food for the pot luck lunch and enjoy a fun morning with your church family. Please save your soup cans for our luminaries and drop them off at the church. For pastoral care, call Elaine Barber at 985-4094. Please call 985-8871 with your news for next week's col- umn. Have a good week Friendly Visitor committee Fred and Aileen Olsen spent last weekend in Toronto with son Tom and Sue and their little grandson. Aileen was celebrat- ing another birthday. On Wednesday evening the U.CW. held their monthly meeting with 13 ladies present. The devotion was taken by Jan- et Vernon, and Dianna Brough. Reading by Janet, "The Flam- ing Torch," followed by scrip- ture from Luke. Hymn "Ye Ser- vants of the Lord" was sung. A true Christian was read, fol- lowed by "How will you be re- membered," read by Dianne. Meeting closed with prayer. The secretary then read the minutes of last meeting and treasurer gave her report. The beef supper was a great success again. Committee reports were given. Members will be having their pot luck Christmas meet. ing in December with each one to bring a guest. More details in weeks to come. A committee was put in to look after gifts for shut-ins at Christmas and Friendly Visitors dinner. The up decided to send a gift of 150 to the Crandell family to help pay for special crib. A tasty lunch was served by Linda McMillan and Dorothy Hope. Thursday evening was eu- chre night again with 10 tables. Winners: Alma Manns, Bernice Daniels, Mary Williamson, Merv Storie, Bernice Appleton, Richard Manns. Lucky draws: Doug Stanfield, Ken Reesor, Milton Anderson. Sympathy is sent out to Grace Manns and Gary Munro on the sudden death of their father Andy, last Sunday. Friends of Sylvia Lindsay are sorry to hear she is in Oshawa Hospital with a broken hip. Heather Bredin has arrived home after several days in hos- pital with abroken leg. Birthday wishes to Myrtle Snelgrove who had a birthday on Monday and Chuck Willes on Tuesday. By Peggy Bredin Last week our family had a chance to see the medical pro- fession in action. Our daughter broke her leg playing soccer in phys. ed. From the start, she re- ceived excellent care from CHS secretary Debbie Bauer, the principal Mrs. Petursson, the -8chool nurse Mrs. McLaughlin. At Port hospital the staff were reassurring and thoughtful. We appreciate their care. Social Contract dilema hasn't damp- ened their spirits. Keep up the good work, you have our sup- port. ' Belated birthday wishes go out to Ailene Olsen, Lexie Love, Myrtle Snelgrove; Grant Hunt- "er, Bryan acock. Many thanks to Grace Beacock for re- minding us of these, Rabid fox in area Church and Sunday School this week will be held in Epsom - Church starting at 11 a.m. Bible Study will be at 10 a.m. Friday is euchre night in Uti- ca Hall startingat 8 p.m. The gremlins got at my type- writer with this article last week so please note. Let's cele- brate Faye and Keith Ashton's new home on Nov. 26 at 8 p.m. in Goodwood Hall for a dance or just a visit. Children and all ages are welcome. There will be a buffet lunch (ladies please provide sandwiches or squares). Music by the Bakerline. Cost is $25/per family or an unwrapped gift for their home (gift tag firm- ly attached). Approximately 125 friends, neighbors, former neighbors and relatives visited Utica Hall on Sunday to wish Irene Field- ing the best on' the occasion of her 76th birthday which is this Friday. Special visitors were the children of the Sunday School who are also the Junior Choir who performed with sev- eral songs, ending with Happy ~ -Birthday. "Eileen and Lorne Slute were Sunday luncheon guests of their. daughter .Sharane and Gary Dear in Port Perry to cele- brate the 40th birthday of their son Bill Slute. Watch out for any foxes you might see around Utica. A local farmer has had to have his live- stock and pets quarantined af- ter they came into contact with foxes that were proven to be rabid. Mrs. Crosier and Eileen Slute attended the O.A.S.W.T. dinner and meeting at Sunderland on Wednesday. The family of Elmer and Ruth Wilson invite you to an informal ;celpbratigh; for their parents 60th wedding anniversary on Saturday, Nov. 20 at Uxbridge Baptist Church from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. with best wishes only. -- PORT PERR _188 Mary St, Port Pe STAR OFFI lL