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"A Family Tradition for 133 Years" . PORT PERRY STAR - Tuesday, February 2, 1999 - 9 Scugog's booze policy for halls under review By Chris Hall ~ Port Perry Star No major changes were made to the township's alcohol policy when a com- mittee review was held last week. The municipal alcohol policy, a guideline created for Scugog in 1996 to set out rules for the serving of booze in the township's public buildings, was scru- tinized by its 18 committee members on Jan. 27. "There were no major changes made to it. The response from the commu- nity over the past two years has been really good. Everyone pretty much agrees and goes along with it," said Brenda Robinson, an employee at the town- ship clerks+department. The policy applies when- ever functions involving alcohol are held at commu- nity halls, parks, buildings, and offices. "People seem to be abid- ing by the guidelines we've set out and are aware of their responsibilities if they're hosting the event," said Mrs. Robinson. "They're thinking ahead, planning for their event to ensure the safety of their guests." Some of the rules include purchasing liability insur- ance, having at least two certified servers, and being cautious about underage drinkers. "There are some really good guidelines in there, but a lot of it is common sense," said Mrs. Robinson, adding that Scugog's poli- cies received favourable reviews from the Addiction Research Foundation and the Durham Regional Health Unit during last week's update meeting. "We're very pleased that no major updates were required. It is a good, solid policy for the township." Anyone looking to get more information on the policy can call 985-7346. Mackey & Bailey 'Barrister & Solicitor Saturday Moming by appointment Lake Scugog Lumber Building Oshawa Rd., Port Perry NUTRITION PROS, FEBRUARY The Month of Hearts, Flowers, Love and FAT? by Sheryl Harding Friedrich R.D. Mon-Fri. 436-7600 Sat. am. 985-7391 February is not only the month for lovers but it is also "Heart and Stroke Month". Heart disease is the number 1 cause of death for Canadians. One of the best approaches to treating and preventing heart disease is to eat less fat. A message many of us have heard is to limit our fat intake to 30% of the calories eaten every + day. Most Canadians eat about 38% fat. To stay at the 30% mark the average man should eat about 90 grams of fat daily and the average woman about 65 grams daily. If you want to eat less fat choose lower fat foods from Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating and check the nutrition labels of your favorite foods. If . a slice of your favorite Valentine's chocolate cheesecake has 39g of fat, balance it by eating lower fat foods the rest of the day. Send questions to "Ask the Dietitian" Box 5283, Port Perry *By Nutrition at Work, a group of Port Perry dietitians providing individual group nutrition counselling. This message sponsored by EMMERSON INSURANCE BROKERS LIMITED General Insurance Since 1917 193 QUEEN ST., PORT PERRY (905) 985-7306 Dance will aid Greenbank school's playground fund Students at Greenbank Public School could be a large step closer to having playground equipment if a fundraising dance goes as well as planned. Left without any equipment after officials deemed their playground unsafe last year, parents of the students and community members have banded together in an effort to raise an estimated $20,000 for the replacement of the equipment. A benefit silent auction and dance has been scheduled for May 5 at the Scugog Arena. The bidding is set to begin in the afternoon and continue into the early evening before the dance begins at 8 p.m.Tickets are $7.50 in advance or $10 at the door. "All the money raised that night will go towards the playground equipment. It's going to be our biggest fundraiser for the whole year," said Tammy Andres, treasurer for the SCC and member of the fundraising committee. "We've already raised $8,300 already from raffles, our magazine campaign, donations... we're hoping to have $20,000 raised and the equipment in place by September for when the kids come back." While the committee has yet to start a solid soliciting effort, they have already picked up videos and wine and are looking to collect items such as tickets and services from area residents. "Right now the kids have nothing, they have nothing to play on at all. It has all been taken down and we've sold the reusable wood and put.that money into the effort too. "We're just hoping that we get lots of people out to support us. The kids really need something to play on out there and this is our biggest fundraiser to help them out." 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