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Tey wm WE Tew TREE PEWTER Re TEER TR ee TEE TEE TE TE ton "Scugog's Community Newspaper of Choice" News of interest to our rural neighbours in Scugog Township LLL 3 The Port Perry Seniors Club held its annual Christmas dinner 3 last Wednesday at the Latcham Centre, where more than 140 'members attended. The evening featured the lighting of a num- "ber of candles symbolizing a number of theme.s Taking part in the lighting are Roy Grierson and Clara Warren. Christmas dinner The little bit of snow and the big chill which occurred on the weekend makes it feel a little more like Christmas. This Friday starting at 8 p.m. will be the Christmas euchre in Utica Hall. There will be extra prizes and special goodies for the lunch table. Everyone is welcome as always. The Epsom-Utica Communi- - ty Youth Group will meet this Saturday for a Christmas out- ing. Be at the home of Sandra Kerry at 1:30 p.m. to go to Park- wood Estate in Oshawa for a step into Christmas past. Bring enough money to cover the $3 admission and Christmas din- ner at McDonalds. Any parents who would offer to drive would be appreciated. Church service this week will be held in Epsom Church start- ingat1la.m. The Sunday School Concert will be held this Sunday at 7:30 p.m. in Epsom Church. Every- one is welcome and ladies are asked to bring finger food for the refreshments to follow. Arnold and Gail Kerry hosted the annual Christmas dinner and dance in Utica Hall on Sat- urday which included employ- UXBRIDGE MEMORIAL 0 BOWLDEN [wavs oc J 45 YEARS OF PERSONAL SERVICE UXBRIDGE Quality & Satisfaction assured by our own Written Guarantee 852-3472 FOR PERSONAL SERVICE HOME APPOINTMENTS AND wert oun sHowroom 108 BROCK ST. WEST 1raNsPORTATION BY REQUEST 'at McDonalds ees from Utica Farm Equip- ment as well as management and staff from Evergreen Farm and Garden in Orono and Greendale Farm and Garden in Omemee. The Kirk family held their an- nual Christmas tree cutting party at Ted's home on Sunday. They ride out to the bush on the flatbed behind the tractor, cut their trees, sing carols, all the kids receive goodies and I un- derstand that there was a pot full of hot chili for everyone to enjoy. Happy birthday to Erin Slack who is eight years old on Tues- day the 14th. She had some friends in for a sleep over on Fri- day night and an evening of bowling in Port Perry was en- joyed by Jessica and Jenny Va- nuden, Pamela Armstrong, Ni- chole Compton, Virginia Wilson and sister Ashley Slack. The Mast Rd. - Oak Hills 1st annual Christmas Party was held on Sunday afternoon in Utica Hall. The children made gingerbread houses, enjoyed a puppet show (Cinderella story), Jill MacDonald and Ashley Slack played the piano and eve- ryone enjoyed the singing of Christmas carols, Katie McCoy also played the piano. The arri- val of Santa Claus was the high- light and presents were distrib- uted. There were lucky draws and of course plenty of food. Here it is Dec. 13 and I'm looking out my back door at a -- Robin. It's unbelievable but true. COMPANY MEMORIALS OF DISTINCTION GRANITE MARBLE BRONZE CEMETERY LETTERING & RENOVATIONS CUSTOM DESIGNING & LETTERING Mabel (of: =] ¢ Here it is Dec. 13 and Christ- mas is less than two weeks away! Christmas is a joyous time full of love, kindness and good cheer. We trust we'll keep its spirit throughout the year ahead. Somehow Christmas makes us feel a special need to wish peace, love and joy to eve- ryone we meet! : Mrs. Neta Fish of Edgerton Road and yours truly, Scugog Point Road, had an enjoyable day when we dined on Tuesday last with Alan and Eleanor Cawker of Oshawa. A time of so- cializing was a highlight! Jason Cawker and friend Heather Milne of Scarborough were guests on Sunday, Nov. 28 at the Cawker farmstead. They had a tour of the farm and later enjoyed refreshments before wending their way homeward. Thinking of You at Christmas For those ill in hospital or at home - let there be sunshine all of your days. Let there be blos- soms along your life's ways. Let there be peace when each day is done, and let there be loving and laughter and fun. Let there be rainbows at each shower's end - these are my wishes for my treasured friends! Delighted to have David and Cheryl Clarke of Peterborough on Sunday. They attended Nes- tleton United Church with yours truly and after the service enjoyed luncheon at the farm, heading for home around 4 p.m. So very nice to see them take a break from their busy schedule. Nestleton United Church On a bright, cold Sunday, the third Sunday of advent, saw a smaller congregation than usu- al with Robert and Carol Mairs and family greeting at the door. As this was White Gift Sunday, many parcels were brought and placed in the container. Rev. David Shearman con- ducted the service and lit the advent candles, hope, peace and Joy. The ladies trio sang "One Small Child" with Karen Yel- lowlees accompanying on the organ. Arthur Weir was the Scripture reader, and the min- ister's message gave us much to think about! This was followed by hymn "Spirit of the Living God". Robert and Steve Mairs received the offering and the of- fertory was sung. Service con- cluded with The Lord's Prayer, Benediction and Three Fold Amen. Party of Interest Mrs. Neta Fish planned a lovely birthday party for daugh- ter-in-law Yvonne Holland on Sunday. Those present for the festive occasion were Yvonne's par- ents, Mr. and Mrs. Clare Cur- tain of Lindsay, Calvin Hol- land, sons Chad and Craig and daughter Alanna and the host- ess, Neta Fish. Our very best wishes to Yvonne on her big day and may she have many more joyous celebrations! by Albert Putsey Dave Dietlein phoned Satur- day, Dec. 11 and reported he is feeling much better and plans on attending Monday, Dec. 13 council meeting. I attended the Hall Board meeting Thursday and we are glad to report the furnace is working perfectly. The bazaar was down financially over the spring show but everyone was happy with the great venture. All plans were completed for the New Year's Eve Dance or may- be I should call it New Year's party as we have everything, hats, bangers, decorations, food. Yes, we're set to bring the New Year in with a bang. Dec. 31, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Advance purchase price $20 per couple, from Sunnyside Market, until 6 p.m. New Year's Eve. Twenty- five dollars a couple at the door. Remember we were sold out at our last dance. : The Firefighters Assoc. had a great family Christmas party at the station Saturday. Santa, who is a very busy person at this time of the year, managed to drop in and see the children. The Pineridge Horticultural Assoc. wound up its business for 1993 on Tuesday night. Dave Petrie played the old man in red but I think his toque looked to me like a dance hat and his whiskers were not bushy enough. However, you can take a joke, can't you Dave. We all had an excellent time and this concludes our meetings until Tuesday, Mar. 1, 1994. Firefighters, don't forget your meeting this Sunday, changed due to holidays. This Tuesday, Dec. 14 is the last craft night at the hall be- fore New Year's. All those who have attended in the past should be on hand for 7:30 p.m. I took lady luck (wife Eileen) out Sunday to a seniors do in Toronto and out of 7560 people, she walked away with a toy clown. At the Horticultural eve- ning, she won the table centre- piece which was given to some- one at each table. At the bazaar, she won a lovely cookie jar. I've quit buying the lottery tickets, I'mleavingit up to her. Sign or saying of the week "Don't ride the RIDE program, it's there for your protection." Caesarea bulletin board. Nestleton Presbyterian Church, Dec. 12 by Winnifred Davison Rev. Fairley led the congre- gation in the reading of advent services with the candle of joy being lit be Peggy and Samuel Jones. Joyce Taylor played the ~ organ for a fine selection of Christmas music. The Sunday School sang a chorus "Away In A Manger", Danielle sang a solo, Peggy accompanied by Shirley Scott provided a medley on the flute, and Rita Fairley sang a solo. The committee in charge of the lovely Christmas decorations was thanked for their attractive display. White Gifts were accepted, and will be ~ sent on to the Scugog Food Bank. The responsive Psalm was 126, with Scripture readings from Isaiah and St. Luke. In the sermon, Rev: Fairley spoke of all the gifts we receive from God, with the greatest one: being the gift of His Son. At the close, all were invited to a turkey dinner, served in - the Sunday School room. " There will be services on Dec. 19 and Dec. 26, at the usual hour of 11 a.m. 4 Blue Ray Chapter O.E.S. - On Dec. 9, members. and visi- tors gathered for their Christ- mas meeting. Margaret Jeffrey reported all Christmas cheer gifts either delivered or to be delivered. Chocolate bars were brought by members for Villa and Nursing Home and instead of gift exchange, articles were brought for Operation Scugog. - Members, please save pop and beer can tabs for wheelchairs. Santa paid a visit in Jower hall after the meeting. The hall was decorated beautifully and a tas- ty lunch served. Lucky draws were held to bring the evening to a close. SUPPORT SCOUTING'S ANNUAL CHRISTMAS TREE DRIVE Sunday, Nov. 28th to Sunday, December 19th. 300 Fresh Cut Trees - Scotch Pine & Spruce Canadian Tire Store, Port Perry Plaza 11:00am - 3:00pm 10:00am - 6:00pm 4:30pm - 6:30pm 4:30pm - 8:30pm Sponsored by 1st Port Peny Group Committee in aid of Scouting Movement. wil RE EE Ee Aaa a aa