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24- PORT PERRY STAR - Tuesday, November 25, 1997 "Scugog's Community Newspaper of Choice" R > PORT PERRY STAR URAL Roors It's time for the Xmas Country Craft Show Last Saturday evening a fine crowd of tractor and truck pullers of the Central Ontario Tractor Pullers Association (COTPA) gathered at the Blackstock Recreation Centre for their annual Banquet and Awards evening. The excellent M.C. for the evening was vice- president Keven Holmes of Schomberg. Following Kevin's warm welcome, grace was said by Jacqueline Vaneyk. A deli- cious roast beef dinner was prepared and served by the 'members of the Blackstock UCW. Following the traditional thank you of the caterers and the introduction of the head table, Mark Grove, president, gave his remarks. A tribute to a past member and enthusias- tic puller, Don White, who passed away this year was fol- lowed by a minute's silence in his memory. The Blair Graham Trophy was displayed and an expla- nation of the voting was given. Trophies were presented to the many winners for the most points in the different classes. Congratulations to Earle Trewin for winnning serveral with his pro-stock tractors. Jeff Dillon was presented with the Blair Graham Trophy for good sportsmanship. Many door prizes were won druing the evening. The annual meet- ing will be held at the Blackstock Rec Centre on Tuesday, Jan. 20 at 7:30 p.m. The remainder of the evening was spent visiting and dancing. Next Sunday, Nov. 30 the annual Christmas in the Country Craft Sale will be held at the Recreation Centre at 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This event is sponsored by the Cartwright High School Senior Band. A great event to attend. There were 14 tables at the Tuesday evening weekly card party with the following win- ners: Joan Sutcliffe, Elwood Manns, Marion Staples, Verna Slute, Stuart Dorrell, Myrtle Gimblett and Heather Lively. Blackstock Lucky draws were won by Darryl Dean, Gary Nottenboom, Muriel Selby, Grace Bassant, May Shortridge and Marion Staples. Morning UCW On Tuesday, Nov. 11 the UCW morning unit met at the church with Pat Sleep in charge of the coffee and other goodies. Margaret Mountjoy wel- comed everyone. The minutes were read and adopted. Get well cards and a sympathy card were signed. The trea- surer's report was given by Alma Duff and plans were dis- cussed for the Cow Calf Banquet on Nov. 28. May Shortridge led the wor- ship service. She read the 23rd Pslam. A story, "A Professor to the Graduating Classs", which followed the psalm's theme was read. The next meeting, Dec. 9, will be hosted by Edith Mclaughlin and will be in the form of a pot luck luncheon. This meeting will begin at 10:30 a.m. St. John's News by Colin Beal Sunday, Nov. 23, the last Sunday after Pentecost, the last Sunday of the church year and the Feast of Christ the King, was celebrated in fine style at St. John's. Highlights included a duet sung by Ruth Welham-Umphrey and Kerry Umphrey and the presentation to the church of a banner cre- ated by the children of the Church School. The beautiful little banner will hang in the church throughout the coming vear. The teachers and chil- dren are to be congratulated for their work on this delight- ful and imaginative project. Next Sunday, the first Sunday of Advent will be the start of a new church year. There will be special services on each of the four Advent Sundays. Of particular note will be Dec. 14, when the chil- dren of the Church School will present their Christmas Pageant during the regular service. This will be followed by a pot luck lunch in the Parish Hall. There are still a few places available on Father Hugh's guided tour of the Holy Land in February 1998. Perhaps our early start on winter might be promoting thoughts of warmer climates. If so, this pilgrimage might be a great way to nurture both soul and body. Interested? Call Father Hugh at 985-0557; if no one is there, please leave a message. Lake Scugog Historical Society T h i Thursday, Nov. 27 the Society is holding an open public meeting at 7:30 p.m. at the church on the island. A talk will be given by Jack Gordon, author of "Green Pastures of Old Brock". I'm sure it will be an interesting address. Pine Ridge Garden Club Members, this meeting is our Pot Luck Supper, Tuesday, Dec. 2 at Nestleton Hall. Bring in your food to share between 6:30 and 6:45 p.m., so we can have dinner as close to 7 p.m. as possible. Don't forget your own dishes and cutlery. Entertainment will follow. There will be the election of officers and the awards night for the year. Competition will be "Christmas Magic", a mantel arrangement using fresh materials but no flower accessories allowed. Don't for- get the food basket for the needy for this Christmas sea- son. The Caesarea Hall Board and Caesarea Rate Payers Association They are holding a joint, free admission evening, Wednesday, Dec. 3 at 7:30 p.m. at Caesarea Hall. "Smoke Free". A talk will be given and pictures shown of the early days of Caesarea. Hiram Demars rental agreement to John McAllister, Oct. 4,.1873. Pictures of Glides Service Albert Putsey Come take a look at Caesarea's early days [---- Centre, Hiawatha Hotel,Rose and Russ Herron's . | Caesarea general store, the Linton House, Kinosha ~ Hotel, the Anne x |, Lakeview House and even Caesarea Cabin. A 50-50 draw will be held during the evening. Everyone welcome. Also, see the changes that have taken place in the hall. Blackstock Nursery School This school for pre-school children is holding a Pancake Breakfast from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 7 at the Rec Centre in Blackstock. A family rate of $12 for two adults and two children or $4.50 per adult, $2.50 per child or $1 for pre-school chil- dren. You are guaranteed to have all the pancakes you can eat. Raffle tickets will be sold and you will not have to be there to win. Weather permitting there will be the old style horse drawn sleigh to take you for a ride around the grounds. Come on out and have a good time with your friends and neighbors and help to keep the school costs down. Joke of the Week Remember the bookkeeper, Perched on his stool, Green eye shade tilted, Quill for a tool. He wasn't too fast, But nowhere in town, Did you hear the excuse, Our computer is down. Scugog Island News Check out Santa this Saturday The Port Perry Santa Claus Parade will be held on Sat. Nov. 29 at 2:00 p.m. You won't want to miss it. The parade gets better and better each year. The Hospital Auxiliary has planned a Bake Sale for Fri., Dec. 5 at the hospital. Don't forget to get your ticket for their Doll Draw. The beautiful dolls are displayed in the win- dows of Emmerson Insurance. The residents of the Community Nursing Home and Villa are busy preparing for their annual Christmas Bazaar. Their big day is Sat., Dec. 6 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit the Head U.C.W. booth at the Villa. They will have a good supply of knitted afghans, sweaters and a variety of craft articles avail- able for sale. Scugog Island United Church During our Sunday worship service the congregation bid a formal farewell to the Wanamaker family. We will miss them a great deal in our community as they were active in our church and the scouting and guiding movements. Our best wishes and blessings go with them as they make their new home in Seagrave. If you are passing through Seagrave, please drop in to say hello to them at the Wanamaker General Store. I can guarantee that you will be greeted with a smile! The Lectionary Bible Study will meet on Tues., Nov. 25 at 1:30 p.m. at SI1.U.C. The Moms and Tots and Friends will meet Wed., Nov. 26 at 9:30 a.m. at S.I1.U.C. Choir practice will be held on Thurs., Nov. 27 at 7 p.m. You are all invited to come and prepare the church for Advent and Christmas at our Hanging of the Greens party on Sat., Nov. 29 at 9:30 a.m. at S.I.U.C. All ages are welcome. Come and enjoy each other's company and begin to prepare your hearts for the coming the Christ Child. We will be sharing a finger food pot luck lunch at noon. Our Hanging of the Greens service will be held on Sun., Nov. 30 at 9:45 a.m. There will be a rehearsal for the Christmas Pageant following the service, so children please plan to attend. The congregational meeting will be held on Mon., Dec. 1 at 7:30 p.m. This is an important meeting so mark your calendars now. The Grace U.C.W. Christmas meeting is planned for Wed, Dec. 3 at 6 p.m. at the home of Anne Chillingworth. Call 985-8871 with your news for next week's column. Greenbank News Neil and Jean Hunter mark their 50th A special event for Greenbank took place on Saturday at the Seniors Hall in Uxbridge when Neil and Jean Hunter celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary. They were joined by over a hundred friends and relatives. Most of the original wedding party were present. Most of their family and grandchildren are still in Greenbank, contributing their talents here. George Timms provided musical entertainment and granddaughter Jill Hunter sang a beautiful solo. We celebrated Communion at church on Sunday, and cele- brated full membership confir- mation of three girls, Melissa Hooker, Meghan Stone and Valerie Ward. The Ministry in Music was provided by Amanda Robinson, singing "O Lord Most Holy". The County Town Singers are having a special Christmas presentation on Friday, Nov. 28 of sacred and popular music, hosted by the Greenbank choir. Tickets are $5 from any choir member. Sorry to report the passing of Mr. Bob Myers. The Sunday Christmas School program at Greenbank Church will be held Dec. 7. Glad to welcome Logan, infant daughter of Wayne and Kerri Vanedam, home from the Sick Children's Hospital after her operation. The Christmas meeting of the Fidelus unit of the U.C.W. will be held at Greenbank Church on Wednesday, Dec. 3. The meeting will begin with a pot luck luncheon at 12:30 p.m. The Evening Unit U.C.W. will meet at the church at 7:30 p.m., Dec. 3. Please bring a can- dle and six and a half dozen cookies.