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RE PAN Moe TREE IA SCT TR IT re HLT RY gre! 14- PORT PERRY STAR - Tuesday, November 22, 1994 "Scugog's Community Newspaper of Choice" ak R I> I EO TRY AN &/ 0) EIFS SSF AVL: URAL 4 Roorts quilt. Somehow the gremlins were busy in last week's column - it was Cecil and Marie Gibson who visited friends in Corby- ville. On Wednesday and Thursday evenings of this week, Nov. 23 and 24, the annual play nights will be held at the Recreation Centre. Beginning at 7 p.m.,, three one-act plays will be pre- sented by the students of Cart- wright High School. It always proves to be great entertain- ment so make a plan to attend either evening. On Sunday afternoon, Nov. "27. the C.H.S. Senior Band will be hosting the Christmas in the Country Craft Sale from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. What an opportunity to do some shopping. On Dec. 3, a variety night will be held at Nestleton United Church at8 p.m. On Sunday evening, an Ecu- *nenical Carol Service will be held at Blackstock United Church. What a lovely way to begin the Christmas season. On Dec. 2, A Christmas in Concert, an evening of vocal splendour will be held at the Whitby Mental Health Centre, Building 28. Frances Grove is ene of the organizers. Tickets will be $5 and can be obtained from Frances at 986-4769. Glad to report that Ruby Johnson is recovering nicely from her bout of pneumonia. A large number of local folk 'enjoyed the annual Royal Win- ter Fair - either as visitors, ex- hibitors or workers. From all, it was another great success. There were 11 tables at the weekly card party on Tuesday evening with the following win- ners: Norman Rohrer, Mary Poots, Marie Geer, Clara War- ren, Isabelle McCully, Carl Gimblett. Lucky draws were won by Merv Storrie, Doris Hill, Doreen Ferguson, Ruby Smith, Vi Linton and Bernice Loud- Joot. If you enjoy a game of eu- Christmas Concert Dec. 1 chre, you should join this group of enthusiastic players at the Town Hall each Tuesday eve- ning, beginning sharp at 8 p.m. The local Cattlemen's Associ- ation held a successful dance at the Recreation Centre on Satur- day evening. Several from here called at Brett's Funeral Chapel, Have- lock, over the weekend to pay respects to Isabelle Stinson, long-time secretary-treasurer of Norwood Fair. Blackstock W.I. by Lois Luke, P.R.O. On Nov. 2, 13 members met at the United Church Blue Room. President Pat Sleep wel- comed everyone and called the meeting to order. A lovely lunch was served after the singing of the W.1. Grace. A discussion was held on car- bage pickup in rural Cart- wright. As most members were not in favor, the group will send aletter to council. The W.I. Ode was sung and the Mary Stewart Collect re- peated. The theme was International Affairs with Mrs. M. Shortridge convenor. The roll call "a Christ- mas custom from another coun- try" was well answered. The motto was "Learning about an- other country broadens your ho- rizon". We had a Christmas show and demonstration of arti- cles that the members had made. Helen Bradburn's nee- dlework display was outstand- ing. The minutes, reports and cor- respondence were read. The W.I. presented prizes to the most improved students - Krista Dickinson and Ryan Ruskay - at CHS commence- ment on Saturday evening. Letters will be written to the two honorary members who have moved away - Mrs. L.. Ma- cArthur and Mrs. F. Samells. Mrs. Dora Martyn gave a de- tailed report on the area con- vention which she had attend- ed. May Shortridge introduced Janet Steane who had a display and talk on Watkins Products. Next meeting will be on Dec. 7 - the Christmas pot luck din- ner and mystery sister gift. Col- lection will be a donation to the Salvation Army. Meeting closed with O Cana- da. J. PETER HVIDSTEN / PORT PERRY STAR Bonnie Gerrow and Mary Ostrom of the Scugog Women's Institute presented two cheques in the amount of $200 each to Port Perry High School Tuesday morning. Accepting the cheques are Charles White, head of the Music Department and Shelley Davy, head of Family Studies. This is the third year the Women's Institute has donated to the school. The money was raised by selling raffle tickets on a hand-made One Act plays in Cartwright Albert I had a call this week from Lois Keddy explaining to me the activities at our Cartwright High School in Blackstock. A. They are putting on three one act plays at the Rec Centre, Blackstock on Nov. 23 and 24 at 7 p.m. Admission $3 per person. Proceeds for students activities. Eileen and I have attended these plays and have come home very much enriched with the acting of our youth. B. They have a Booster Card which is available to all senior citizens which allows free ad- mission to Christmas concerts, band nights, drama nights and other similar events through- out the school year. C. School Involvement. The school is always looking for ad- ditional help in assisting in the library, supervision for field trips, drivers for field trips, ca- reer speakers, coaches and as- sistant coaches for sports events, and any other way you could assist. D. The school publishes a newsletter at least six times a year and it's just loaded with school news and information such as inclement weather, what radio station to listen to, applications for college or uni- versity and general information required. Important dates of school activities, holidays, ex- ams, sports events, music events and the report cards. Every parent who has one at- tending the high school should have a copy of these newslet- ters. To receive your Booster Card, newsletter or volunteer to aid in school functions phone Leo Plue 986-4241. A second person called me this week Shellie McClean with a report for the 1st Cartwright Beaver Scout group of Caesar- ea-Blackstock. Twenty of our young Beavers are off to Sky- Dome to celebrate their 20th an- niversary the weekend of Nov. 26 and 27. There will be Beavers from all over Ontario plus one group from Lake of Two Mountains, Quebec, and they are expecting another two packs from Quebec. Our brother pack is from Kitch- ener, Ont. I am sure these two groups meeting with their ex- change of tokens and crests will cement a friendship which will last for many years to come. They are expecting 10,000 in all and will have inside accommo- dations for all. Little too cold to camp out now wouldn't you say? A full program is arranged with movies, lectures, competitive sports, plus fireworks. Good luck gang and I hope the weath- er stays good and you have a weekend to remember. Scugog firefighters are stag- ing the annual Turkey Roll, Dec. 3 at 8 p.m. at Caesarea Hall. Let's all get out and sup- port their efforts. Firefighters don't forget your association meeting this Sun- day. During the past two years and thanks to our firefighters and Corinne Woods and her group we have enjoyed ice skat- ing and hockey at the park dur- ing the winter months. New problems have occurred and should you like to see this skat- ing continue please come to a meeting at my home 20 Putsey Drive, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 30.I'd like to see you teen- agers bring dad and mom out to this pow-wow. Everyone wel- come. Remember we need you both. Cawker Oh! What a gorgeous sight! The deer hunters Nov. 7-12, dressed in their orange hunt- ers jackets and hats! Seven or eight came daily during the week for the big hunt. Do hope the boys had good luck! Court Lady Snowbird L1930 A fine evening was held with a large attendance in the Nestleton Community Centre, Nov. 17 for the annu- al Court Lady Snowbird Ba- zaar. President Irene Train of Caesarea warmly wel- comed all and called on Councillor Joyce Kelly of Blackstock who in her cour- teous manner officially opened the bazaar. The tables were groaning - baking, sewing, crafts and the long table of interesting little mementoes for all to try their luck in a draw - was a tremendous success! Evening entertainment was provided by the Good Time Cloggers - a terrific group of young folk. Every- one enjoyed their perfor- mance very much! Bazaar Draws Television - Anne Zaporo- zan, Port Perry. China Doll - Kathy Gund- ry, Port Perry. Glass Turkey - Angi Jord- son of Pontypool. Grocery Hamper - Sandy Day, Caesarea. Our congratulations to the Court Lady Snowbirds 1.1930 for a very successful bazaar! A small group who work hard and their monev is given to very worthy causes! with lovely items to purchase Deer hunters a gorgeous sight Nestleton United Church On Nov. 20 at 11:15a.m. a smaller attendance than usual at Nestleton United with Regenia Walker greet- ing at the door. Rev. David Shearman opened service with the call to worship. The many children enjoyed their story told by the minister. Regenia Walker read the Scripture based on 2 Samuel 23: 1-7 and Psalm 132: 1-18. Rev. Shearman had a splen- did message for the congre- gation...being in excellent form! Choir trio Regenia, Ber- nice and Shirley sang "He's Everything To Me" with or- ganist Karen Yellowlees at the piano. Offering gathered by Arnold Williams and Glenn Malcolm. Closing - singing "The Lord's Prayer" hymn "Lift High the Cross" Benediction and "Go Now In Peace" fol- lowed by Three Fold Amen. Notice! Variety Night! Nestleton United Church is holding the third annual Variety Night, Saturday, Dec. 3 at 7:30 p.m. at the church. Features are enter- tainment, an auction, door prizes, craft and bake tables, and refreshments. There will be a Silent Collection. Com- mence the festive season with a family variety night at Nestleton United Church!! Very best wishes for better health to Howard Lee of Nes- tleton, who has been in hos- pital recently. Family Outing Four of us enjoyed a lovely luncheon on Saturday at the popular Cadmus Country Club. Those attending were Sylvia Cawker, Diane Riccio and son Jake of Scarborough with Mabel Cawker, Scugog Point, hosting the event! A truly unique experience! If you would like a change - try Cadmus Country Club what makes the club unique - is that it can be what you make of it - a personal geta- way, a family outingor a soci- able gathering! Home cooked meals in pleasant surround- ings cooked to perfection. See for yourself! Take a drive to Cadmus Country Club. Phone (905) 986-0488. Yours truly enjoyed a deli- cious meal and visit on Thursday, at the home of Robert and Madeline Caw- ker of Scugog Island. Grace Hastings and Marion Caw- ker were also guests! Our warmest thank you to Robert and Madeline for a great meal as well as a fine visit! A Thought Character is made by what you stand for...and reputa- tion is what you fall for! A person can't change the road he has covered...it's the path up ahead that really counts! (unknown) Nestleton Presbyterian Church The morning service was conducted by Rev. Wm. Fair- ley, in the Nestleton Presby- terian Church, with Joyce Taylor playing the organ. Barney McCabe and Oliver Rohrer were ushers, and Peggy Jones taught the Sun- day School. Psalm 121 was read re- sponsively, and Scripture readings were from Ruth 3, and St. John 15. The Beati- tude "Blessed Are The Peace- makers," was most appropri- ate for the approaching Remembrance Day, Nov. 11. In the sermon, Rev. Fair- ley spoke on "certanties." Spiritual values are with us in all our changing lifestyles. The organ offertory played by Joyce, was "Let There Be Peace on Earth." Following the service, light refreshments were served in the Sunday School Hall and the congregation, Rev. Fairley and 150th Anni- versary Committee had an open discussion on the cele- brations now being planned for Sunday, Sept. 17, 1995.