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TY a 2- PORT PERRY STAR - Tuesday, November 30, 1993 "Christmas Entertainment and Gift Guide" It's the perfect gift with lasting memories and here are two of the many modern styles. Available in all birthstones. ean 10 kt & 14 kt Gold. a" PENTLAND JEWELLERS Ee hs ena SA" TA ae 174 Queen St., Port Perry (905) 985-7641 \ % Tradition dates back for 150 years Christmas is always a time for caring and sharing. And, as this year's Yuletide season' draws closer, many Canadians will seek new ways to give and help others. According to Regal Greetings & Gifts, catalogue distributor of greeting cards to Canadians for 65 years, many will consider buying charitable Christmas cards this year, in the hope that the money they spend will help others less for- tunate. Since 1843, the most tradi- tional way of giving and receiv- ing seasonal greetings has been through the Christmas card. This 150 year tradition has weathered everything from war and famine to political turmoil and economic recession. In fact, last year alone an estimated 200 million Christmas cards were distributed across Cana- da. Sociologists tell us the con- stant need to stay in touch with family and friends far exceeds any other reason for the popu- larity of this custom. |g =F 0 Tad a Ts 1 1 AS 241 Queen St, Port Perry 985-1965 ¥ Open Friday Nights until 9pm' ODEN HOUSE Friday, Dec. 3rd - 10am to 9pm Saturday, Dec. 4th - 9am to 5pm You will enjoy a warm atmosphere with mulled cider, treats, free gifts, draw and many in-store "specials to fill your Christmas List. Join us for a Dicken's of a Christmas. di fine clothing 5 Pamela, Sarah, Bonnie & Michelle Over the years, the Christ- mas card has shared messages of joy and happiness among family and friends all over the world. This year, as Regal Greetings & Gifts celebrates its 66th anniversary of providing Canadians with Christmas cards, it has compiled the fol- lowing facts in tribute to the 150 year-old tradition: *The first Christmas card can be traced to the romantic Victo- rian era of the mid-1800s. The idea was created in 1843 by London businessman Henry Cole and was designed and il- lustrated by English artist John Calcott Horsley. Cole's idea of Christmas greeting cards origi- nated after an English postal reform was passed, making it possible for people to send mail for only a penny. The original card design portrayed two of the most charitable traditions asso- ciated with Christmas-feeding the hungry and clothing the needy. The first Christmas card read, "A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to You." *Sending and receiving Christmas cards has become an established ritual among fami- ly, friends and business asso- ciates during the holidays. *A variation of the original greeting, "Merry Christmas and Happy New Year," remains the most popular Christmas message. Over the years, many other greetings have emerged including "Season's Greetings," "Peace on Earth," and tradition- al religious verses. *Since the first card was created in 1843, designs have often reflected popular culture and trends of the time. For in- stance, over the years, Christ- mas card designs have dis- played Old Master art depicting religious and seasonal scenes, Victorian and Edwardian retro designs, even famous scenic Ca- nadian art. *Novelty Christmas cards have also been introduced in the past including seasonal melody greetings, three- dimensional pop-up cards and greetings from favorite cartoon and television characters. *As consumers increase their focus on at-home traditions, family and spiritual values, contemporary card designs re- Caring and sharing at Christmas time flect a renewed interest in tradi- tional themes - trees, wreaths, and wintery scenes. *One of the most popular trends this holiday season 1s the charity card. These cards, pro- duced by or on behalf of charita- ble organizations, are sold to help support charitable projects and institutions. *According to Regal Greet- ings & Gifts, charitable Christ- mas card sales have increased over the past few years. Re- search has shown that Canadi- an consumers and corporations have chosen to send Season's Greetings that also help sup- port a charitable organization. *Since the average Canadian household sends an estimated 37 Christmas cards during the holiday season, many will no- tice that a good number of Christmas cards they receive will help benefit a charity. This year, Regal Greetings & Gifts is offering two distinctive Christmas card designs on be- half of two important charities: The Canadian National Insti- tute for the Blind (CNIB) and The Lung Association. For the sixth consecutive year, Regal and The CNIB have created a series of bilingual cards (Eng- lish and braille). Proceeds go to help support special children's projects across Canada. New for '93, Regal is proud to carry a line of Christmas cards for The Lung Association. Each pack- aged set contains four each of five adorable designs as well as a set of The Lung Association's 1993 special Christmas seals. Although the themes, greet- ings and designs of Christmas cards have evolved over the years, the meaning behind sending a holiday message has not - Christmas cards remain a special and timeless way to stay in touch with loved ones or to reach out to those less fortu- nate, during the most celebrat- ed holiday of the year. Now You Can Afford Christmas & Dinner Out! For a Dicken's of a Meal Come to... Restaurant and Bining Lounge Canadian and Butch Cuisine Downtown Port Perry For the month of December we are offering Dinner as low as $7.95 & Luncheon for only $4.00 for reservations please call 985-2066