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WITBY FREE PRESS, WEDNESDAY, JUNE 6, 1979, PAGE 17 Old 1903 railway station serves a new purpose not as..Whitby Arts gallery In 1903, the Whitby June- tion RailwayStation - consid- ered one of the finest exam- ples of Victorian railway architecture - was construc- ted to serve as the Whitby Junction for the Grand Trunk Railway Line. Now, three-quarters of a century later, this Station is still playing a vital role in the town of Whitby and the sûr- rounding community as a thriving Art Gallery and cen- tre for cultural activities. Although slated for demol- ition in 1970, the Station was saved by Whitby Arts Inc. a non-profit group of dedi- cated citizens involved in the developmeit of the arts in the community. Through their efforts, it was transported from its original location to the pres- ent site at the corner of Henry and Victoria streets. It was a great accomplish- ment of which the member- ship is proud, and was made possible by a private dona- tion and the efforts of many concerned people. The station has shown re- markable versatility in its conversion from a railway depot to an arts centre. The general waiting room and baggage - areas have been converted into exhib- ition spaces', while the former ladies' waiting room and ticket office now serve as the Gallery Director's office and kitchen facility respectively. The addition of a basernent at the present site has al- lowed room to accommodate meetings, classes, films and additional gallery space, as well as workshop and stor- age areas. The 1929 London-Port Stanley boxcar - located be- hind the station - is a fairly recent addition, donated by the London Public Library and Art Museum, which has been renovated for use as an etching and lithography studio for student and profes- sional use. As a unique centre fpr the visual arts, the Station Gal- lery offers a balanced and integrated program of his- toric and contemporary ex- hibitions ranging from local to international. They are complemented by lectures, films, studio workshops and gallery tours. Ongoing classes such as Life Drawing, Japanese Brush Painting, Salt Glaze Pottery, Jewellery Making, Children's Art, Etching and Lithography draw consis- tently enthusiastic responses from the Whitby and Durliam community. In addition to providing an environment in which the visual arts can flourish, the Station Gallery also fulfills the role of an active com- munity centre in the form of the numerous social and fundraising events that take place throughout the year. Whlitby Arts' contnued in- volvrrrent in a variety of projects is a role the members enjoy very much! The organization itslf is governed by an elected Board of Directors, with the Gallery operations and pro- grams being coordinated by a full-time Gallery Director, Linda Paulocik. YMCA offers seven camping programs In 1967 the Durham 'Y' began its movement in the camping field.with the cre- ation of a Day Camp for youths ages 6 to 15 years. Twelve years later, the camping program has grown to encompass 7 camping programs in the Whitby/ Oshawa area and 4 camps north of the ridges. Offered this year in the- Whitby/Oshawa area are: 1. Junior and senior Day Camps - A mixture of camp craft skills, games, songs, and optional overnights for youths ages 6 to 15 years. 2. Camp Francais - A "Day Camp" program in the French language disigned to enhance comprehension and speech for youths ages 5 to 12 years. 3. Canoe Safety -and Adventure Program - A one week training program utilizing national standards to be followed by a 5 day out-trip. For youths ages 10 to 15 years. 4. Horsemanship Camp - Two weeks of instruction in English and Western styles, horse care and groominmg. For youths ages 9 to 15 years. 5. Sports Camp - For individuals who enjoy sport activities (eg.,- basketball, tennis, track and field and much more). For youths 6 to 15 years. 6. Creative Arts Camp - The outdoors provides a special milieu for a child to develop his/her creative abilities in crafts and drama. For youths ages 6 to 15 years. 7. Councellor in Leader- ship Training - A two week program training youths 15 years of older in the basic leadership skills required to be a councellor. Ali succes- sful candidates are given preference for future coun- selling positions. *All camps participate in a one hour swim at the end of each day. All camps are two weeks in length. Bussing is provided to all camps from the Whitby/ Oshawa areas. The current fee structure also benefits YMCA members, families who send more than one child and children who re- register for more than one session. For further details contact the Durham Region Family YMCA at 668-6868. Fun fair June 16 A fun fair and auction sale will be held at Westminster Iaited Church on Manning Road between Garrard and Thickson Roads on June 16, starting at il a.m. - There will be activities for all ages and a bake sale, flea market, crafts, etc. Dona- tions of usable items in good condition or crafts, baked goods etc. would be appre- ciated. Anyone with items to be picked up is asked to call 728-6509. Storage has been arranged until date of sale. Proceeds will go toward the cost of installing a sewer hook-up for the church. gets stuc A' Young Canada Works Grant for summer program- ming this year for children ages 3-7 and 8-14 has been approved by Canada Man- power. This program initiated by the East Central Ontario Development Foundation will allow for the hiring of seven students who will be working within Father Lawlor Co-operative Homes in Oshawa; East Whitby Co- operative Homes in Whitby, and Cordova Co-operative Homes in Oshawa. The program will run from July through August, pro- vide a recreational focus and be governed by each co-op's specific youth oriented needs A Co-ordinating commit- tee made up of represent- atives from each of the three co-operatives, Jeanette Drews, from Cordova; Marj Doucette from Cordova; Darlene Roberts from lent help Father Lawlor; .marg McAleer from Father Law- lor; Bert Harris from East Whitby and Pam Dawson Liaison from East Central Ontario Development Foun- dation and resident of East Whitby Co-op will be moni- toring the program in co- operation with their respec- tive Boards of Directors and the Foundation's assistance. Rug display at library June 4-15 From June 4 to 15 the Pineridge Rug Hooking Guild will have a display of rugs, wall-hangings, pic- tures, handbags, doorstops. etc. in the auditorium at the Whitby Publie Lihrary. YOU DON'T PAY FOR YOUR MISTAKES at M.BM. PHOTOGRAPHY When you bring in a roll of film to be processed, we charge you ONLY FOR THE PRINTS THAT COME OUT NWe'll also be there to give you friendly, professional advice (if you want it) and show you where you made your mistake. M.B.M. - The Friendly Professionals >MBoM. PHOTOGRAPHY 11 BROCK STREET NORTH WHITBY 668-6111 Mon, Wed,39 - 6,Thurs, Fri, 9 - 8 ;Sat 0 - 5 Co-op housing D. THAPAR Denture Therapist 214 Dundas St. E., Whitby 668-7797 HOURS: Mon. - Sat. & Evenings By Appointment OnIy WIAj