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"Scugog"s Community Newspaper of Choice" PORT PERRY STAR - Tuesday, November 7, 2000 - 1 Federation of agriculture to host candidate meeting here A federal candidates forum to address agricultural issues is being held at the Scugog Community Centre in Port Perry on Wednesday, Nov. 15 at 7:30 p.m. Candidates from all five ridings which cover Durham Region have been invited to attend. The forum is sponsored by the Durham Region Federation of Agriculture. Although the focus of the evening will be on agricultural issues, the general public is invited to attend and ask for candidates questions on any topic. "Agriculture is one of the predomi- nant contributions to the regional econo- my," said David Barry, president of the Durham Region Federation of Agriculture. "We want to make sure that the voters of Durham Region have a chance to hear what the candidates have to say on nary ing issues.' "In light of what the year 2000 has brought for farmers in the way of weath- er, affected yields and low commodity prices, it can't be stressed enough that the agricultural community is in for a tough year," he said. "Everyday, our lives are touched in some way by agriculture. Food affects everyone and the production of food is tied directly to many other issues, such as health, the environment, and the economy. We feel that agricultural issues need to be in the spotlight for this fed- eral election." The Durham Region Federation of Agriculture hopes that by publicizing where the candidates stand on agricul- ture, that this will provide a more informed voter on election day. Average house prices stabilized at $180,119 in October after showing an increase of 2 per cent to $181,947 in September but up 5 per cent from $171,300 recorded at the same time last year. Durham Region Real Estate Board President, Ted McCraken said that sales were down 11 per cent to 536 from 597 in September, a reduction of 9 per cent from 588 sales reported in October of 1999. "The market seems to have slowed modestly but seasonal factors need to be taken into considera- tion, as well as the fact that current statistics are being Tobin gives Shepherd campaign a boost compared to two years of record setting sales," said Mr. McCracken. "All indications point to from 1,667 last month to 1,685 in September which is an increase of 14 per cent from the 1,452 listings in October 1999. Homes in Durham Region continued to be the fastest moving proper- ties in the GTA, spending an average of 38 days on the market and producing a 97 per cent list to sale price ratio. Durham house prices can you help? level off in October The AIDS Committee of Durham is looking for volunteers for their fundraising activities as well as general office responsibilities. There are several different volunteer opportunities within the agency that are important to-the overall operation. If you are interested in volunteering for the AIDS Committee of Durham please call the office at 576-1445. Bobbie Drew € Directory of Federal Industry Minister Brian Tobin will visit a high- tech Bowmanville company on Wednesday (Nov. 8) with Alex Shepherd, Durham Riding MP and Liberal candi- date for re-election. Mr. Tobin and Mr Shepherd will tour Deighton Associates Ltd. at 112 King St. E. at 3:30 p.m. Then it's on to Silks Cafe, 73 King St. W., Bowmanville, at 3:45 p.m. for an invitation- only meeting with business people from the technology sector and representatives of the Iter Project. At 4 p.m. Tobin and Shepherd have set aside time to meet the press and take questions. Mr. Shepherd was first elected in 1993 and again in 1997. Mr. Tobin is a former and Oceans minister and former premier of Newfoundland. federal Fisheries GIETWARE SALE Christmas a continued strong mar- ket." Listings in Durham Region decreased slightly Save GIECWARE SALE HIAD meeting The Head Injury Association of Durham Region will hold their next support group meeting Nov. 15 at 7:30 at 459 Bond Street E. Survivors Group will be on the main floor and family and caregivers group upstairs. If you need assistance with transportation, call 905-723-2732. WA winner each and every ) ( week until Christmas! 183 Queen St., Port Perry | (905) 985-8234 on all Haugen's Giftware from ) Nov. 6 until Dec. 3/2000 ) | Haugen's very own { } Chicken Pot Pies and I Fully-Cooked (Frozen) BBQ Chickens Q are now available. | Stop by soon or call 905-985-2402 Hwy 12 at 7A (Manchester) - ELECT - Ward 8 FOR A FULL TIME COUNCILLOR harles Olito to Krystal Penney HAPPY 3rd BIRTHDAY Love & Kisses Nana & Grampy on the Come check us out internet; Coming Events Family Resource Centre Scugog Community Centre, 1655 Reach St., Port Peny - Mondays 9 am. - 1 p.m. & Wednesdays 10:30 am. - 1 p.m. Info. 985-3976. Every Second Wednesday Louise Patterson Craft Guild meets every second Wednesday at 10 a.m. in the Presbyterian Church base- ment. Bring your lunch. New members welcome. Ruth 985- 3422. Every Tuesday New craft classes Rhubarb Heritage Arts, 209 Mary St. 1st Class - Clay Play - Sept. 12. Call 985-6881 to reg- ister. Every Monday Tai Chi Club of Port Perry, P.A. Comm. Hall, 19 Jeffrey St. - 7:30 p.m. Info. 985-9024. Yoga - Port Perry Instructor Marg Smith - 7 8:30 p.m. Call 985-1655. Friday, Nov. 10 Talent Auction - Prince Albert United Church - 7:30 p.m. Info. 985-9269. Friday, Nov. 10 Prince Albert P.S. fundrais- ing dance - Trillium Trails - 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 11 Sunderland Lions Christmas Bazaar - Sunderland Public School - 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 11 13th Annual Uxbridge Heritage Christmas Craft Show - 10-4 - Uxbridge Arena Hall. Info. 852-6099. Sat. & Sun, Nov. 11 & 12 Christmas Craft Show - Port Coning | Perry High School - 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. both days. Sunday, Nov. 12 Gospel Music Concert - Bums Church, Ashbum - 7:30 p.m. 655-4240. Friday, Nov. 17 & 24 Information series for care- givers & seniors - Uxbridge Seniors Centre, 75 Marietta St. 1-3:30 p.m. Info. 852-7445 or 1- 888-255-6680. Saturday, Nov. 18 Scugog Christian School Bazaar and Auction, Bazaar - 2 p.m. followed by auction at 6:30 p.m., 14480 Old Simcoe Road. Info. 985-3741. Tuesday, Nov. 21 Tea Dance Brooklin Community Centre - 1:30 - 4 p.m. 668-1424. Friday, Nov. 24 Music For You - Whitby Senior's Activity Centre - 7:30 p.m. 668-1424 . Thursday, Nov. 23 Lake Scugog Historical Society presents George Duncan - 7:30 p.m. - St. John's Presbyterian Church, Port Perry. Thursday, Nov. 30 Good nutrition & proper food can help - Whitby Senior's Activity Centre - 1:30 - 3 p.m. 668-1424. Saturday, Dec. 2 Community Nursing Home & Port Perry Villa's annual Christmas Bazaar - 10 am. - 3 p.m. Info. 985-3205. Saturday, Dec. 9 Christmas Dance - 7:30 p.m. $8/per person - Whitby Senior's Activity Centre - 668- 1424. vents sponsored by 1575 HWY. 7A PORT PERRY 985-5277 SIGNS VEHICLE LETTERING * GRAPHICS » BANNERS * WINDOW LETTERING Snowmobile lettering too! We'll match any competitor's Witten quote