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"A Family Tradition for 128 Years" PORT PERRY STAR - Tuesday, February 6, 1996 - 25 > PORT PERRY STAR € RuUralL RoorTs Firemen to be honored [Me -- Caesarea There is not much local news around other than to say its cold. The ice fishermen and ski- doo riders are having a great time. Congratulations to all our firefighters whom will be re- ceiving their recognition awards for their years of ser- vice. A week or s0 ago I wrote about the blue directory booklet we all received in the mail from John O'Toole MPP. A week ago I re- ceived a call from Mrs. Nancy Bongard of Nestleton whose sharp eye caught that they missed our Blackstock schools. So get out your booklet and add in the appropriate places, the two schools. Cartwright Cen- tral Public School, 6 Alexander St., Blackstock, Ontario LOB IBO. Phone 905-986-4227. Cartwright High School, 44 Old Scugog Rd. N., Blackstock, On- taro LOB IBO. Phone 905-986- 4241; Fax - 905-986-5672. We were informed that an ad- dendum would be forthcoming with any omissions or correc- tions but there would not be a booklet next year because of the financial restraining policy. If you know of other errors please call John's office. We also received from Alex Shepherd MP, a nice neat size calendar through the mail. I be- lieve if we all carried the word along with the sayings he has down the side of the calendar our country would be more unit- ed. After all we are one of the richest and most democratic countries on earth. Lets all stop this bickering and be thankful for what we have and forge ahead to make a better society. Joke of the Week - A bachelor asked a computer dating ser- vice to find him the perfect mate: "I want a companion who 1s small and cute, loves water * sports and enjoys group activi- ties." Back came the computer answer. Marry a pénguin. Saying of the week on persis- tence. There's only one way you can fail - and that's to quit. Brian Hays Ashburn by Florence Ashton In spite of the cold tem- peratures on Sunday morn- ing several people turned out for worship at Burns. The scriptures were read by Pam Palmer with her daughter Erin leading in prayer. Rev. Sheina Smith's sermon title was "What is True Worship?" We come to worship to celebrate Gods' presence and Gods' power and to prepare and practice what we will do throughout the coming week. The choir sang, "It only takes a spark." Following the ser- vice we adjourned to the lower hall for a light lunch prior to the annual meeting. The flowers at the front of the church were in memo- ry of Donna Deakins' moth- er whose funeral was Satur- day. We extend our heartfelt sympathy to Don- na and husband Bruce at this time. The Lords' Supper will be celebrated on Sunday, Feb. 18. A family service will be Family service Feb. 25 held on Feb. 25. Special guests will be the Beavers, Cubs, and Scouts of the community. We extend our sympathy to Art and Phyllis Oliver in the recent passing of Phyl- lis' mother. Also Don San- derson, the former resident of Ashburn passed away suddenly this past week. Our special thoughts and prayers are with Margaret Davis who returned home on Sunday following knee surgery in Toronto. We hope you will soon be feeling bet- ter and able to be out to church again, Margaret. Euchre results are as fol- lows: 10 tables of euchre were played last Thursday evening Feb. 1. Ladies first prize Grace Hopkins, second Norrine Hill. Lone hands Ruby Smith (Port Perry). Men's first Harold Den- nis, second Jack Lee and Ray Porter. Lone hands Don Wood. Door prize winners Kay Brown and Grant Bright. Share the wealth - Gord MacDonald and Joan Fleming. Next euchre on Thursday, Feb. 15 at the Community Centre. My apologies for printing the wrong date in last weeks' column. Harold Fisher, has re- turned home following his holiday in Florida. See you next week. Scouting fundraiser Feb. 24 Greenbank Found: A black Sanyo bag was found behind Green- bank Church. If it is yours and you can identify the con- tents, call 985-7456. Greenbank Church con- vened at the new time of 11:15 a.m. on Sunday. It was nice to have the choir back af- ter a months time off and we hope ready for the busy Cen- tennial year ahead. The U.C.W. afternoon and evening groups meet this Wednesday, Feb. 7 at 1:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. in Green- bank Church School Room. You are invited to attend the group that is a convenient time for you. | Next Sunday, Feb. 11, 7 p.m. there will be a Christian Unity Service sponsored by the Scugog Ministerial for the people of all churches of Scugog. This evening will be held at Emmanuel Pentecos- tal Church. Don't forget the Moms and Tots Drop-In held on Thurs- days 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. in Greenbank Church. This is for any child care giver, so come and join in the fellow- ship. We are saddened to report the death of a life long resi- dent of Greenbank, Mae Blakely, who passed away last week. She will be re- membered as a hairdresser by profession and as her hob- by was flowers which so many people enjoyed. Sym- pathy goes to her family and many friends. Seagrave and Greenbank Scouting Group would like to invite the community to join us at our annual fundraising dance, Feb. 24 at the Green- bank Hall. Doors open at 8 p.m. Cost is $7.50 per person. Bring friends for a great eve- ning of fun and music. For more information or tickets please call Marg. at 985- 9021. Six tables of euchre was enjoyed last Friday evening. The winners were Gents: Larry Doble, Harry Hill and Willie Stone. Ladies: Shirley Lee, Ruby Dusty and Betty Stone. Draw Prizes (which are drawn at random) went to Ross Cookman, Marie Cookman, Betty Stone and Willie Stone. A social time 1s enjoyed following the cards so plan to attend the next card party on Friday, March 1 at 8 p.m. in the Greenbank Hall. Do you have your $5 ticket for the Pub Night on Friday, Feb. 9 at 8 p.m. in the Green- bank Hall. There will be eu- chre, darts, music and pub beers. Come out and help the Lions Club as they are help- ing to sponsor a local student as she represents Canada in a figure skating tournament in Italy. Glenn and Mary Jean Till attended the funeral of her cousin Earl Dobson of Toron- to. Earl was a Greenbank res- ident for his younger years starting school at Bethesda and then to Port Perry High School. We send condolences to his family and friends. We are glad to report that Ellie Speck is home after hav- ing surgery on Jan. 9. We wish her speedy get well wishes. Thought for the week: To be content, look backward on those who possess less than yourself, not forward to those who possess more. If this does not make you content, you don't deserve to be hap- py. Winter Festival to be held at museum on February 25 Scugog Islan Scugog Shores Museum Vil- lage has plans underway for a Winter Festival to take place on Sunday, Feb. 25 from noon to 5 p.m. Many winter activities are planned for children of all ages. There will also be an opportuni- ty to see many pioneer crafts. Watch for further details. Scugog Island United Church On Synday we welcomed our minister, Elaine Barber, back from her holidays. Elaine has returned from the Holy Land raving about her amazing trip. She says she wants to go back next February or March with a group. If you have ever dreamed of a spiritual pilgrimage to see the place where Jesus lived this may be a good opportunity. Her idea is to form the group as ear- ly as possible and to spend the year preparing. Spread the word. This could be an experi- ence of a lifetime! A Coffee Hour was held fol- lowing the service. Thanks to the Head U.C.W. foif@providing the refreshments and the op- portunity for fellowship. Four families enjoyed skating at the arenain the afternoon. The High School Supper Club will meet on Tuesday, Feb. 6 from 6 to 8 p.m. The Youth Group will be selling Water Savers during the month of Feb- ruary. This is an opportunity to save up to 40 per cent of water every time you flush! The youth seem to think this would be a great Valentine's gift! Please call 985-7804 if you would like to purchase a Water Saver! Choir practice will be held on Thursday, Feb. 8 at 7 p.m. The Youth Group will meet on Friday, Feb. 9 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The Elders will meet on Mon- day, Feb. 12 at 1:30 p.m. The Moms and Tots continue to meet on Mondays at 9:30 a.m. at S.I1.U.C. Observer subscriptions are now due. Please see Sandy be- fore March 1. Important Annual Meeting dates to remember: Scugog Is- land Annual Meeting - Monday, Feb. 19 at 7:30 p.m. at S.I1.U.C.; Official Board Annual Meeting - Monday, Feb. 26 at 8 p.m. at S.ILU.C. Mark your calendars now. The Sunday School will be sponsoring a Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper on Tuesday, Feb. 20 from 5:30 p.m. until our Ash Wednesday Service at 6:30 p.m. at Scugog Island United Church. Children from the Grades 5 and 6 class will be in- viting you to sign up for this Christian Education event over the next few weeks. Please watch for their smiling faces at church! The Grace U.C.W. is planning a St. Patrick's Day Ham and Scalloped Potato Supper and Talent Auction on Saturday, March 16 at Scugog Island Hall with proceeds going to Scugog Island United Church. Mark your calendars now and watch for further details. For pastoral care call Elaine Barber at 985-4094. Call 985-8871 with your news for next week's column. a CC CU A A ia Eh ee a a. a