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bi ! 4! { "A large crowd of friends and relatives gathered in the Burns Presbyterian Church Hall last Saturday to honour Hilda Hopkins on the occasion of her 80th birthday. A resident of Ashburn since 1924, Hilda has always lived in this immediate vicinity and is well respected by its residents. : Local citizen celebrates 80th Well respected Ashburn resident, Hilda Hopkins, was the guest of honour at a party to celebrate her 80th birthday last Saturday at Burns Presbyterian Church Hall. Hilda Rachel Hopkins was born in Glen Major on October 12, 1906 and attended school there until she mov- ed, with her family to Balsam. In 1924, Hilda moved to the farm a mile west of Ashburn where she still resides. For 20 years, Hilda was employed in the offices of Smith Transport in Toronto, seeing during that time, many changes in the transportation industry in the country. Hilda is a member of Burns Church and has always been active through various organizations within the community. The number of well wishers atten- ding last Saturday paid tribute to this lady and spoke highly of her standing in the community. Be one in a million .....he a Block Parent by Debbie Bennett, Public Relations. The Block Parent program of Canada announced that over One Million people across the country are participating in this safety and crime prevention program. Be One In a Million is the National theme for Block Parent Week. Most people know about the basics of the Block Parent program. But, the big questions often asked are; "Does it work?"' "Who uses it?' and "What kinds of incidents are Block Parents involved in?' A survey was conducted and the results verified what organizers of the program have known all along. The Block Parent program 'Works' and people of all ages use it. Incidents reported in the survey ranged from a lost child, to a 76 year old gentleman who became dizzy and faint while out for a walk, he went to a Block Parent home and asked that a family member be call- ed. He was taken to hospital where he had a heart attack. He has since made a full recovery. The largest age group using Block Parents proved to be 5 to 13 year olds. Although originally formed to help prevent child molestings and abductions, the Block Parent pro- gram has grown and expanded since its inception in London, Ontario in 1968. Today in 550 Ontario Com- munities, residents of over 100,000 homes are Block Parents. Across Canada the familiar red and white sign is displayed in the windows designating them as places of tem- porary safety and protection for anyone needing the help a Block Parent can and will provide. One Million people showing their concern for the safety of others. One Million people willing to help your child or you. One Million people helping to make their street, their neighbourhood and their communi- ty a safer one. Each of them is '""One in a Million." Be a Block Parent "Be One in a Million." PORT PERRY STAR -- Fashion show success Ashburn and Area News by Rose Heron The Ashburn group of the WMS held their October meeting last Wednesday evening at the home of Nellie Hopkins, The opening devotions were given by Bernice Gardner who chose a Thanksgiving theme for her medita- tion and hymn. During the business part oi the meeting further plans were made for the 110th anniver- sary on November 5th. Jean McEntyre was in charge of the program and she spoke about In- dia and showed some interesting slides of the people, their customs and many of our missionaries work- ing there. A lovely lunch was serv- ed by the hostess. Mrs. Dorothy Tunney, Misses Margaret & Florence Lunney of Oshawa visited with relatives in the village last Sunday. Nomination open for Perry Award Nominations are open now for a special edition of Whitby's Peter Perry Award. The Peter Perry Award for Whit- by's outstanding citizen of 1986 takes on special significance this year as 1986 marks the 150th anniversary of Peter Perry's arrival in Whitby. PETER PERRY AWARD LIBRARY NEWS Win a book The Brooklin library invites you to enter the Ontario Public Library Week draw. You could win the great Canadian book called '""Company of Adven- turers' by Peter Newman. Just drop by your library, check out a book to enter. Stay tuned for more news about the exciting events planned for On- tario Public Library Week, October 20-25. Look forward to seeing you at your library! B.L.C.C. by Anju Mehta This week while the younger kids (ages 7 & under) were busy making potato prints the older ones (ages 8 & over) were making plans for next week. Following that we all received our membership cards. Make sure to come next week and find out what the surprise plans are!!! CHESTERFIELD SUITES - LOVE SEATS SECTIONALS - MATTRESSES - A Large Selection LESS THAN od 1/2 MCKEEN FURNITURE PRICE! 524 Simcoe St. S., Oshawa - 725-5181 The last meeting of the local Hor- ticultural meeting was a fun night "when there was a plant auction & Ken Brown was at his usual best as auctioneer. The next meeting will be November 26th and will take the form of a Christmas show and an- nual meeting. The Ladies Bible Class will be held this week on Wednesday evening (tonight) at the home of Margaret Davis. Everyone will be made welcome if you would "come. Over 100 relatives and friends gathered at Burns Church Hall last Saturday afternoon to honour Miss Hilda Hopkins on the occasion of her 80th Birthday. We all wish for you Hilda, much health and happiness in the days to come. A lovely lunch was served by the Kirk Guild. In October 1836, Peter Perry came to Whitby from Lennox and Addington Counties and opened a store at the corner of Brock and Dundas Streets where the Bank of Commerce now stands. For 15 years he contributed to the growth and development of Whitby until his un- timely death at the age of 58 in 1851. Peter Perry is now considered the founder of Whitby. Since 1955 the Chamber of Commerce has spon- sored an award in his honour. Residents of Brooklin, Ashburn, Myrtle and Whitby have until November 30 to nominate someone whom they consider to be an outstanding citizen of this town in 1986. Individuals, couples or families may be nominated, but not community groups. Mere numbers of nominations for one person will not influence the judges and anonymous nominations 985-366 Burns Presbyterian Kirk Guild held another of their most suc- cessful fashion shows last Tuesday when close to 200 were entertained at the Thunderbird Golf and Coun- try Club. The ladies expressed great ap- preciation for the beautiful and ex- citing designer fashions and sweaters from Janes Boutique in Oshawa. Refreshments and door prizes completed a fun evening. Last Sunday at Burns, Rev. McEntyre's message was titled "'A Time for Magnanimity.' The scrip- tures were read by Art Oliver and - Ken Brown and the choir sang "Praise be to Jesus" with Catherine Humphrey singing the solo parts. On October 19, the 137th Anniver- sary of Burns Church will be held at 11 am. and 7:30 p.m. Rev, Ken Heron of Bracebridge will be the guest minister at both services and there will be special music. Every one is especially invited. will not be considered. The awards may be made posthumously. Nominations forms are located in Whitby's banks. The forms must be filled in and mailed to the Whitby Chamber of Commerce, Box 268, Whitby, Ontario LIN 5S1 or delivered to the Chamber office in the Centennial Building. There will be no ballot boxes in the banks as in past years. Nominees must be residents of Whitby. In the past, the judges have chosen persons who have done work for many community groups over a period of many years, although some special single act may be considered. The Peter Perry Award for 1986 will be presented in a special ceremony at the Centennial Building, on Jan. 23, 1987. Tickets for the event will be available in December. 11 Scugog Street - Port Perry (Beside Rent & Save) -- OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK -- Cn laa il a Ln al al ang 0 a ig gg gg ae. ------------------ a.