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CPP SE Ne -------------- 16- PORT PERRY STAR - Tuesday, April 27, 1999 "Scugog's Community Newspaper of Choice" RuUrAL RooTs Making plans for Brooklin Horticulture's annual plant auction? Elizabeth Honeyford of Cannington once again led in worship on Sunday morning. During the service, Rev. Sheina Smith performed the Sacrament of Baptism, when William Ross, son of Ross and Tammy-Jo Murray was bap- tized. A special treat for us was having Tammy-Jo sing so beautifully "Song of Mary." Next Sunday, the interim Moderator Rev. Andrew Allis of Leaskdale will be leading in worship. It was nice to have Olive McDonila; Cannington, join us at church on Sunday. Olive, at one time, taught school at Ashburn. Those who attended the Gospel Music Concert on Sunday, April 18 enjoyed an excellent concert, with "Sure Foundation" and soloist Joan Elliott. Thanks to all who helped support this concert. Florence Ashton hosted the Ladies Bible Class last Wednesday evening. Meeting opened with singing "Showers of Blessing." Scripture by Bernice Gardner from Psalm 94: 1-11. Meditation was titled "What Do You Think?" Bernice led in prayer. "Have Thine Own Way" was sung. Treasurer's report and visit- ing report by Joan Knight. Sheila Parrott was in charge of the program sharing with 'us the stories "Jesus and His sisters Martha and Mary and Jesus and Mary Magdalene. Ashburn area news by Florence Ashton I -- Sheila closed the meeting with prayer. We all enjoyed a nice chat over the tea cups. The May meeting will be held at the home of Aldine Wick. Wednesday, April 28 is hor- ticulture night again at Brooklin United Church at 8 p.m. Conrad Richter of Richter Herbs is the guest speaker. He ships all over Canada, the U.S.A. and world wide. Mark Saturday, May 22, 10:30 a.m. on your calendar. This will be Brooklin Horticultural's annual plant auction. Ken Brown will be on hand to auction all items. More about this later. Last Friday night, April 23, friends, relatives and members of Burns Church, attended the retirement din- ner in honour of Rev. Sheina Smith, which was held at Lakeridge Golf Club. Following a delicious roast beef dinner a humourous skit was presented by several members of Burns depicting the many experiences of Sheina's ministry. It made for a great evening with fun and fellowship. Our very best wishes go with Sheina upon her retirement. Euchre results are as fol- lows: nine tables were played. Ladies first - Ruby Smith (Raglan), second - Ruby Smith (Port Perry). Men's first - Peggy Booth, second - Wilma Lynde. Lone hands - Hervey Painter, Kay Brown and Edna Myers. Share the wealth - Gloria Stephenson and Jean Johnston. Door prizes Anne Budd and Joan Fleming. Throughout the summer euchres will be held the last Thursday of each month. The next one being May 27 at the Ashburn Community Centre. Minor Ball desperately seeking boys, Our sympathy is extended to Mary Drewery and family on the passing of Grant. He will be missed by his friends and neighbours. Greenbank Minor Ball are in desperate need of boys and girls for T-ball ages five and six, and Mites ages seven and eight. In order for these teams to play more children must enroll. Also needed are girls ages 13 and 14. Please call Barb at 985-3903. Congratulations to Nicole Gibson and Ken Honey who were married in Port Perry United Church on Saturday. Margaret and Robert Couperthwaite were to Bolton on Saturday for a memorial ser- vice for a cousin. On May 1 the Greenbank School Council will be holding a dance and auction to raise money for new playground equipment. For tickets call Heidi Howsam at 985-2762. Many from Greenbank enjoyed the Spring Melodies musical night at Seagrave on Sunday evening. The Evening Unit of the U.C.W. will meet Wednesday, April 28 at 7:30 p.m. at the church. Everyone welcome. Remember to bring your Christmas recipes. Muffins and coffee will be served before church next Sunday, May 2 at Greenbank. Amanda Robinson has Doris Hill toh UGE returned from 2-1/2 months volunteer work in Guyana, South America and reports that she had a very rewarding expe- rience. A reminder for the commu- nity showers planned for Sarah Phoenix and Pam Foster. On May 1 at 2 p.m. in the Greenbank Church, we will cel- girls for T-ball, Mite play ebrate with Sarah and on May 8 at 9:30 a.m. at the home of Doug and Wanda Foster we will honour Pam. Everyone welcome for both events. This is your final opportunity to get a great buy on a 55 1b. bag of lawn (21-7-7) or garden fertilizer (8-16-16) for the low, low, low price of only $15 from the Greenbank Lions. We have sold over 240 bags and have one more order to deliver so phone 985-3723 now. The lawn fertilizer is 50 per cent slow release and gradually feeds the lawn all summer. The Lions Club would like to thank all of the members of the communities of Greenbank and Seagrave for their wonderful Cartwright High School anniversary meeting will be this Wednesday support in the purchase of our fertilizer. These funds help us to carry on our service activities in this area. Once the weather warms up a little the Lions are planning a community break- fast. The next Country Western Celebration will be held at the Greenbank Pavilion on Saturday, May 29 and will run from 2 to 7 p.m. There will be music, dancing, a cash bar and food for sale from the barbecue. There will be a variety of special guests. The cost is $8 per ticket or $15 a couple. For tickets phone 985-3723 or contact a member of the Greenbank Lions Club. Order now to avoid miss- ing out on this popular event. Plans will be made for CHS' 75th anniversary in 2000 Blackstock Many residents were busy planting trees as the trees in Joan Graham's "Green our Roadsides" project arrived last week. If rain doesn't arrive, many lots of water will be car- ried in the next while to these new trees. Sympathy of the community is extended to Harold Medd and his family on the recent passing of his mother. On Wednesday, Hazel Coates, Muriel Wotten, Irene Moore and Joyce Kelly attended the pleasant afternoon in cele- bration of the Claremont Women's Institute 90th anniversary. The annual Talent Auction at Blackstock United Church was a great success with many interesting articles for sale, an almost capacity crowd and entertainment provided by the auctioneers and helpers. Following tradition, "Willie's" famous butter tarts sold for $55 per half dozen. Cecil and Marie Gibson spent part of the week visiting their friends Ross and Irene Vanclief in Corbyville. There were 13 tables at the Tuesday evening card party with the following winners: Bernice Wells, Grace Bassant, Merv Storie, Doreen McLean. Dorothy Olan, Joan Sutcliffe and Stuart Dorrell. Lucky win- ners were Muriel Butson, Gary Notenboom (two), Audrey Mahaffy and Verna Slute (two). Former residents of Purple Hill will remember Earl and Betty Robinson and family who moved from Oshawa to the Wm. Darcy farm. Last week one of their sons, Jehn Robertson of Dunsford, passed away and rested at the Mackie Funeral Chapel in Lindsay. Sympathy to his immediate family as well as to his sisters and brothers. There will be another meet- ing to work on the plans for the celebration of Cartwright High School's 75th anniversary in the year 2000. The meeting will be on Wednesday night, April 28 at 7 p.m. at the school. All former students are invited to attend the meeting. On Sunday, April 25 during the morning Eucharist at St. John's Anglican, Father Hugh received baby Isaac Lee Lalonde into the church in the Sacrament of Baptism. Isaac is the son of Audra and Phillipe Lalonde. Scugog Shores Museum still needs volunteers By Karen Davis Scugog Island News Scugog Shores Historical Museum The Scugog Shores Historical Museum held a suc- cessful pot luck and Information Night on April 14. Since Volunteer Week was last week, the museum is actively recruiting volunteers. Some of the opportunities avail- able are: helping with special events; school programs; work- If interested please call 985-3589 ing in the gardens; general maintenance; helping with the archives or working with the collection; exhibits; adminis- trative duties; fundraising and promotion. If you are interested in vol- unteering, please call the muse- um at 985-3589. Bloomin' Bazaar The Community Nursing Home and Port Perry Villa's Bloomin' Bazaar will be held on Saturday, May 1 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Highlights include: Two tea rooms full of hot lunches; villa garden draw; lots of vendors; gift ideas; Loonie sale; bottle bingo; shut- tle bus from Pentecostal Church. Scugog Island United Church Special music on Sunday morning was provided by our Orchestra and choir. The Wellness Group will meet on Tuesday, April 27 at 6 Friends will Phe Moms and Tots and meet on Wednesday, April 28 at 9:30 a.m. Choir practice will be held on Thursday, April 29 at 7 p.m. The Men's Chorus will prac- tice on Thursday, April 29 at 8 p.m. For pastoral care, call Elaine Barber 985-8871. Call 985-8871 with news for next week's column.