Page 10,, WhiLbyfre Press, Wodnesday, Septemnber 21,, 1994 Performers the* The first show of Durhama Shoestring Performers' 2lst season bas entered rehearsal and promises a vibrant mix of experience and new spirit. Ten directors, most of whom are known to local audiences as performers, had the difficult task of casting their plays f&om the nearly 50 aspirants who attended an early September audition. When the dust cleared, almost 30 actors were chosen. The plays are aIl by Canadian writers and do not exceed 10 minutes iù length. The theme G;arage sale 'with A garage sale, "with a touch of class," will be held on Saturday, Sept. 24, fromn 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. at Parkwood Estate. Browsers will* find a wide selection of household items and accessories,. books, jewelry anitques and collectibles, clothing, baked goods, and much more. Volunteers have carefully selected the ite ms offered "to ensure variety, quality, and working condition. The garage sale will take place outdoors in the Arbour. Proceeds from the event will be used for restoration projects at the estate. Donations of items for the sale will be accepted until 4 p.ni., Sept. 23, and pickup of- large items can be arranged by calling 579-1311. CENTURY HÃ"ME VIDEO INO SeMvng Whitby Since 1983 Why do more people corne to CENTURY HOME VUDEO? .1Any Video Rentai $1 .99 .1Any 3 For $4.99 tLarge Selection of 3 day For $1 .99 'PMunchies tMonthly Prizes (October Hi-Fi Stereo VCR & Jurassic Park) tA selection of over 12,000 movies, music CD's, Nintendo, Super NES, SEGA, Genesis & Aduft 513 Brock St. North 666-3122. ranges from love to murder, from mystery to hilarity. The evening will be organized in two acts with one intermission. Durham Shoestring Performers say a production such as <To The Point»>' will help expose audiences to a variety of writing, performing and directing styles. Two of the plays are written by Durham residents and Shoestring veterans. Ken Bond's 'Things That I've'Said' explores the world of stand-up comedy, while Eileen Corbets's Que Sera, Sarah' takes a glimpse at thie dating game from the perspective of two young men. ickets for 'To The Point»>' are now available from Walter's Music Centres at 349 King St. W. and from Information Osawa, Oshawa Centre, for $6. . .. ... ... Former Whitby resident Lee Ann Allison, recently performed as the opening act for country music star Michelle Wright at the Western Fair in London, Ont. Allison, 23, now living in BIen- heim, near Chatham, won a country music contest in which particip ants submitted demo ta pes that included three songs. Allison, former winner of talent contests at the Canadian National Exhibition, was judged the best of more than 100 entrants and her prize was the opportunity to, open for Wright. She and her band Legacy per- form at varlous functions in the Chatham area. Her brother, Jamnie, 20, a draft ciekof the National Hockey League's Calgary Flames, is playing defence for Detroit Junior Red Wings of the Ontario Hockey League. thewhelwir C00 tlh all' PI»tLd Pub & Restaurant ~M L WEDNESDAY NIGHT U$4.00 Heifer Burger w/t riesJ Saturday, Sept. 24th English F.A. Soccer Live 10 arn by Satellite Aston Villa vs. Blackburn $5.00 cover SUNDAY JAM NIGHT 9 pm-1 arn with Andrew Heathcote FR/DA Y, SEPT. 23rd & SA TURDA Y, SEPT. 24 TH Andrew Heathcote no cover JULIA VILLAMARIN of Mississauga was one of those on hand for the reent grand opening of the Whitby branch of the Taoist Tai Chi Society at 114 Athol St. There were free, demonstrations of Tai C hi, a series of 108. slow and graceful movements that relax and strengihen mind and body.Photo by Jeremy Dresar, Whltby Free Press Trio at the gallery Brookfield will perform at The Station Gallery on Sept. 30 and DINING LOUNGE Monday to Friday Daily Lunch & Dinner MnpISpecials un:pIparking ai rear with walk through. GODF000 AT GOO PRICES COZY FIREPLACE COMFORTABLE ATMOSPHERE IMPORTEO BEER ON DRAFT [EDING &BANQUT1 _ACITIES AAILABLL Attention to ail Mens & Ladies' sports teams! Looking for help in sponsoring?'94 & '95? Oct. 1. The trio -. Fred Brooks, Joy Brooks and Jefi' Brackett - per- formn a ran ge of music, from folk to blues with jazz overtones. Cost is $7. Each concert will be held from 8 to il p.m. Tickets are available at the gallery, Henry and- Victoria streets, south Whitby. French feast for chariy Le Conseil des organismnes francophones de la région de Durham (COFRD) wiIl hold a charity dinner at the ýFrench community centre, L'Amicale, 707 Simcoe St. S., Oshawa on Saturday, Oct. 1, from 5:30 p.m. For the eighth consecutive year, COFRD is following its tradition by- inviting its 22 association members and anyone else for a meal. The charity dinners are especially oriented te bring ipoements te the facilities of LAiale. This year the main goal is to have a light systemn înstalled for. the parking surrounding.L'Amicale. The eveninig' starts with a cocktail followed by a meal, appeals of donations, and closes with a disco/dance. On the menu are Caesar salad, chicken balentine, Parisian pôtatoes, miniature carrots, broccoli served with cheese sauce, dessert, coffee, tea and wine. This gourmet meal is offered at $30 per person. To obtain tickets, contact L'Amicale at 434-7676. HlISTORICAL FEATURE in the Whîtby Free Press 1. In what year were the brick fronts of the stores on the east side of Brock Street, south of Dundas Street, painted grey?. 2. The stores on the west side of Brock Street between Donald Travel and My Dad's Store, were called Deverell's Block. Who was Deverell? 3. Who was the Ion gest-serving administrator of Whitby Psychiatric Hospital? 4. What railway once ran along Mary Street, but was neyer opened for full service to the public? Answers on Page il This feature provided by c..c -Vu, Il èz., ,,A, i ý i p msm i rmi Fjm - 1 1