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22- PORT PERRY STAR - Tuesday, April 16, 1996 "Scugog's Community Newspaper of Choice" R > PORT PERRY STAR & URAL RoorTs Looking for excitement of spring to come to our lives Nestleton Thoughts In these lovely sunny days of spring it has been most enjoya- ble! Infinitely peaceful and soon we'll hear the Robins plaintive little song. Here's hoping all the excitement of spring will take over for a long stay soon now! The Little Things It's the little things in life that count. The handclasp, touch or smile, the little gift that is brought, these things help make life worthwhile. The pleasure of a telephone call, - when you are sad or blue, orjust to know that someone cares can mean so much to you! A friend may well be reckoned the mas- terpiece of nature! Looking for Spring What do you look for, while searching for spring? A small budding crocus, a bird on the wing. Or maybe a blue sky, so won- drous and gay? A bit of green grass as you travel your way! What do you look for when Aprilis due? The last winter snowflake be- fore March is through; A kite overiiead for a young- ster's delight! Or maybe the joy of a bright star-filled night. ; Spring brings us wonders like none we have known A brand new beginning to have for our own, So much that holds beauty in each shining dawn, The warmth of the sunshine tells winter is gone! What do we look for, there's so much to find' A moment of peace for a bright hopeful mind, A faith or a courage, a heart filled with mirth When you look for spring- time, do look for rebirth! Beyond Measure How can one measure friend- ship The firm, warm clasp of a hand, The comfort in the welcome sound of the words, - "T under- stand." The strength we find to fight To sufferlife's anxieties, To stand up for the right! How can one measure beauty, hope, or happiness or love? at man -made measure can encompass Faith in God above. So much of life - the best of life + The things we truly treasure, and these, the gifts of boundless depth Beyond all earthy measure! Nestleton Presbyterian Church Easter Sunday On a cool morning Rev. Fair- ley welcomed members, friends and visitors to the Easter ser-. vice. Oliver Rohrer and Graham Ham were ushers and Dorothy Lee taught the Sunday School. Katelynn, Danielle and Kirsten sang "The Joy of the Lord" and Rita Fairley rendered a beauti- ful solo "Why Should He Love Me So." Rev. Fairley brought the Easter message of Jesus' love for all. Ashburn Florence i Ashton It still remains to be on the chilly side, having reports of freezing rain in the area over the weekend. Even the ducks and geese on our pond are not too happy with the con- siderable ice still on the pond. A good number of people turned out for the euchre game last Thursday night, with 11 1/2 tables of euchre. Ladies' first prize Ellen Gib- son, second Grace Hopkins; men's first Rob Armstrong; second Don Linton; lone hands Betty Lee with a total Don't miss Sniders 1 of six; door prize winners Jean Hodgins and Art Cat- ten; share the wealth, Grant Bright and Lorne Crawford. Next euchre will be on Thurs- day, April 25 at the Commu- nity Centre. The Ladies' Bible Class will meet on Tuesday, April 16 at 8 p.m. at the home of Sheila Parrott, Uxbridge. We are looking forward to next Sunday, April 21 at 7:30 p.m. at Burns Church when .we welcome Gospel Group, "The Sniders" from Verona, and soloist Jennifer Busuttil of Pickering. I am sure you will be inspired and blessed as you listen to them minis- ter in song. Come along and bring a friend. Freewill offer- ing and refreshments. Several from Ashburn en- joyed hearing "The Torch- men" from St. Catherines at St. Mark's United Church, Whitby last Sunday evening. A time oflunch and fellowship was enjoyed after the service in the lower hall. Nestleton Presbyterian Church The regular morning service was conducted by Rev. Wm. Fairley, in Nestleton Presbyter- ian Church at 11 a.m. Ushers were Oliver Rohrer and Gra- ham Ham and Sunday School was taught by Dorothy Lee. Responsive Psalm was No. 16 and scripture readings were from Isaiah 25, and St. John 20. In the sermon Rev. Fairley spoke of the accepting of the Spirit of God, to bring us peace in our lives. In the story of the doubts of Thomas, we must trust, forget our doubts, and find the real joy of Jesus, as Sav- ior. Following the service, a lunch and time of fellowship was en- joyed in the Sunday School room. Church beef supper's April 26 TYR Epsom -_ This Wednesday, April 17 there will be a euchre in Utica Hall sponsored by the Oshawa- Whitby Fair Board members. Everyone will be welcome, time iIs8 p.m. Looking ahead to April 26, there will be a Beef Supper in Utica Hall which is being spon- sored by the United Church. Tickets at the door are adults $12, children $5. Advance tick- ets are $10 and $5. Forinforma- tion call Faye at 852-5389. Church and Sunday School this week, April 21 will be held in Utica starting at 9:30 a.m. Utica Daycare is having a yard sale on Saturday, May 4 and are looking for donations. On Saturday, May 4, the school and hall board are get- ting together in a fundraising effort with a pot-luck supper and dance in Utica Hall. I will try to get more information on this project as it becomes avail- able. Bethesda-Reach W.I. held their spring luncheon on Tues- day last. Marjorie Mason- Hogue brought the touch of spring with her beautiful slides and interesting, helpful advice for those who don't have such a 'green thumb." Congratula- tions to Elizabeth Taylor, the winner of the silent auction "print" donated by artist Paul Harpley. Paul is the son-in-law of one of our members Ann Beare. Thank you Paul. Our regular Women's Insti- tute meeting is Wednesday, April 24 at the home of Jean Smith, Bell St., Uxbridge. Roll call is - pay your fees and bring an idea for a program or a mot- to. Lynne Mcllvride Evans had several visitors call during her Easter weekend open house. Epsom-Utica U.C.W. met last Tuesday in Epsom Church, fol- lowing the W.I. Spring lunch- eon which most members at- tended. Worship and program was based on the resurrection. Following the business we all celebrated Stella's birthday with cake and ice-cream. Jerry. and Joan Asling ar- rived home on Saturday night from a two week holiday in Cos- ta Rica. Pat Asling spent the last week with them. Faye and Keith Ashton and their family, Jerry and Joan Asling, Ivan, Lisa, Sarah and Marion Clark, Bill Ryall from Fenelon Falls and Wilf Ryall from Lindsay all were present tor a belated birth- day celebration for Stella Asling on Sunday. Congratulations to Jeff and Donna Ireland on the birth of their son, Brett Jeffrey, who was born on Saturday morning weighing 7 bs. 13 oz. Congratu- lations also to Grandma Elva Kerry and Great-grandmother Edna. Caesarea The big news this week is the meeting this Wednesday night, April 17 at 7:30 p.m. sharp - 20 Putsey Drive, Cae- sarea. The subject, "The Greater Toronto Region." If this is to be a strictly yes or no vote we the people of these small hamlets are going to be the losers. Let's get out and discuss it. It's your tax dol- lars that are at stake. Every- one welcome. Phone 986- 0181. Films, maps and a talk. The Lake Scugog Histori- cal Society are holding a meeting at the Head Church at the island museum grounds. This Thursday, April 18 at 7:30 p.m. Part one - Gardens through the ages. Part two - Canadian Pioneer Gardens. You can be sure it will be a very interesting meeting. Everyone welcome. This Saturday, April 20, 8:30 a.m. the Oshawa Gar- den Club will host the Re- gional Annual meeting at Northminister Uniter Church. Simcoe and Ross- land Streets, Oshawa. The Local view of GTA is topic of meeting Pine Ridge Garden Club is a member of this organization. Members who have attended this all day seminar tell me it's a very memorable occa- sion. Parking in the school yard across the street which is a little bit south of the cor- ner. I'm sorry to hear Joan Pot- tery is back in the hospital for a few days, having tests and etc. Trust it will be a short and successful visit. Best of luck Joan. This year with Easter and the time change to daylight saving being on the same weekend, I did not remind you to go out and buy new batteries for your smoke de- tectors, burglar alarms, back up for your clock radios and etc. If you do it twice a year, the weekend of the time change, it acts as a good marker for the safety of your family and yourself. Joke of the Week: A police officer had been sent to patrol a nudist colo- ny, and called the station to file a routine report. "Officer Smith reporting," he said. "How are things out there Smith?" asked the dispatch- er. "No problems," he an- swered, "Except my badge is killing me!" Saying of the week re: Peace The only way to have a friendis tobe one. Ralph Emerson I TE rr