j Ashburn and Area News : by Florence Ashton A happy and safe holiday to al' those travelling with their families during the March break. At time of writing there is not too much snow in the area for skiing, sledding and "all those winter sports that kids "love. Not even enough snow to make a snow-man. I, for one would love to see a fresh fall of snow to wind down winter, and then we're ready to welcome spring. The Ladies Bible Class met last Wednesday evening at the church, with vice-president Florence Ashton convening the meeting. The theme for the worship part of the meeting was from Psalm 46, verse 10, Be still and know that I am God. A poem 'Slow Me Down, Lord' was read. Everyone joined in singing There's a Quiet Understanding. Joan Knight read the scripture from Psalm 46. The hymn Blessed Quietness was then sung. The meditation was titl- ed "Quietness." Chrissie McKinney led in prayer. Rose Heron gave the visiting report. A special Mothers Day meeting was planned. Catherine Humphrey was in charge of the programme. She shared with us the lovely story of Helen Keller who - was born in Tuscumbia, Alabama. As the result of an illness she became blind and deaf at 19 months old. In the spring of 1890 she learned to speak. In October, 1896 she 'entered school. It was remarkable what she could do, even though she could not see or hear. It a i ie I | made us all realize how blessed we are to be able to see all the beauty and all the beautiful sounds. Birth- day cake and ice-cream was serv- ed by our hostess Aldine Wick, in honour of all those celebrating bir- thdays this month. Thank you Aldine. The Fashion Show and Sale of Weekenders Ladies Wear is fast ap- proaching. The date is Tuesday, March 24 and is sponsored by the Group Committee. A portion of the sales will be donated to scouting ac- tivities in Ashburn. This event will be held at Burns Church Hall and tickets are available at Ashburn Store, Noelle Barclay or Cecile Kirk. An interesting day for all garden lovers is coming up on Saturday, March 28 when Brooklin Hor- ticulture will be holding 'A Garden Seminar' to be held at Burns Church Hall. You will have an op- portunity to hear four very select speakers on specialty subjects that will interest everyone. Registration and coffee will start at 9:00 a.m. and the day will continue until about 2:30. Lunch will be served and is in- cluded in the cost of registration. . You may pre-register by calling Margaret Davis, or you may see Aldine Wick at the Video Image in Brooklin. The days agenda is as follows: 9:30 a.m. 'Roses From the Past" by Joseph G. Schraven (Pickering Nurseries). 10:30 a.m. "Iris" by Miss Verna Laurin of the Canadian Iris Society. 12:30 p.m. Attention young people by Scott Fennell, M.P. This week I would like to bring to your attention a new government publication called the, '"Hot 100: A quick guide to what the Feds are ds: ing for youth." For the first time ever, our government, under the Ministry of State for Youth, has compiled a handbook specifically aimed at the needs of our youth. It is a helpful reference guide, designed to give in- formation on job-hunting, travel op- "portunities, school choices, scholar- ships, as well as over one hundred programs, services and activities offered and funded by the federal government. If you are between the ages of 15 and 24, looking for a job, going to scheol or interested in travel. this guide will have something for vou Information as to where to apply. what the program consists of and who can apply, are listed in sectzons Section I, is an introduction: Section II: It's Your Move: gives you basic information about federal programs and services you can apply for. under the following headings: Jobs & Training; Learning Oppor- tunities; Travel & Culture. and "Health, Fitness & Support Services For example, in the Travel & Culture section information on ex- . Parliament COUNTRY CORNER CERAMICS change programs is given such as, No.77: Canada-France Young Workers Exchange Program; No.78: Canada-Mexico Exchange Program for Young Specialists and Technicians, and No.80: the Student Work Abroad Program. Section III: On Your Behalf, lists the opportunities for programs which are applied by a group or organization on your behalf, such as No0.99: Outreach, which assists peo- ple having severe trouble finding jobs. Section IV: Resources and Section IV, lists books and other materials produced by federal departments and agencies and lists important addresses. 1 will have a limited number of copies at my constituency office, 52 Church Street South, Pickering Village. Ontario, and please call first to reserve your copy. at: 416-686-0432. I feel this is an extremely useful tool for those who are planning their future, not only for youth, but for teachers and guidance counsellors. This is yet another demonstration of our government's commitment to youth. Scott Fennell is the Member of for the Riding of Ontario. 20% OFF 25% OFF See us at our New Location: "ew Lo RE-LOCATION SALE EXTENDED 1 WEEK! Everything Else in Store SPRING CLASSES .... iStomers 87 LILLA STREET, PORT PERRY All Greenware 10 WEEKS -- *10.00 Firing $1.00 with Purchase of Greenware 985-9508 ¥ |. ss > y ¥ Yi! "Sweet Peas' by Mr. Neville Holmes. 1:30 p.m. 'Perennials For Your Garden" by Gordon Wick. Brooklin Horticulture are organiz- ing a bus trip to the Garden Festival at the C.N.E. and the Canadian Home Show on Wednesday, April 8. To reserve your seat please call Veronica Colangelo at 655-8945. Mark Tuesday, April 7 on your calendar ladies. The Kirk Guild is holding an open house at 8 p.m. at the church to meet your new neighbours. A demonstration of cake decorating will entertain you PORT PERRY STAR -- Tuesday, March 17, 1987 -- 1§ On the second Sunday in Lent, Rev. McEntyre began a sermon series titled 'Faith Foundations." The first sermon in this series was "The Centrality of Christ." His text being from St. John Chapter 14, verse |. Scripture lessons were read by Hugh Knight and Ross Batten. There will be no' choir practise this week, due to the school holiday Time: You can't save it you can't borrow it, yoy can't leave it, and yeu can't take it. We can do only two things with time; use it or lose it Have a nice week ' Weatherman hasn't co-operated with 'snow lovers' All the ladies af the congregation are invited On Saturday, April 4 will be a clean-up bee at the church. If you have any free time that day, come along and there will be a job for you. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Gardner and Jean visited recently with Mrs. Ir- ma Tripp<«of Blackstock. Mrs. Donald MéIntyre and Mrs. Wm Gardner visited with Mrs. B. Duff of Oshawa Doug and Florence Ashton visited with their aunt Mrs. Ruth Purdy of Mono Centre lagt Sunday Weekend tours of the sugar bush "The Maple Syrup Demonstration program at Purple Woods Conser- vation Area continues with weekend tours for public and community groups. Visitors will have an oppor- tunity to see all aspects of syrup pro- duction on tours led by Authority' staff, including Indian and pioneer methods. Sap is collected in metal buckets and also by pipeline, using a vacuum pump. The sap is boiled down in a wood-fired evaporator at the sugar shack. For final heating, Respected resident passes A man well known to Brooklin residents recently passed away at his winter residence in Florida. Gerald Fisher, of Greenwood, passed away suddenly at Central Florida Regional Hospital, Sanford Florida on March 12 and was laid , to rest in Salem Cemetery last Sunday. Gerry was a great supporter of Brooklin over the years, and was quite vocal during the expansion debates of the 1970's. As the owner of the Paddock garage in Green- wood, several of Brooklin's present-day mechanics served their apprenticeship with Gerry. Always an active member of the community, Gerry also played a great part in the construction of the Greenwood Community Cen- tre. He is mourned by his wife Rita Barber. and children Debera. Leta (Mrs. Paul Armstrong), and Leslie. New this year 1s a federal sales tax credit for which you may be eligible. Come in and find out how our tax preparers can determine the largest sales tax credit to which you are entitled You conld get more than von bargained for at H&R BLOCK THE INCOME TAX SPECIALISTS (above the Post Office) PORT PERRY 985-9803 Weekdays 9 AM to 6 PM Saturdays 9 AM to 5 PM... STATIONERY Plain and Printed. Business/Personal PORT PERRY STAR 235 Queen Street 985-7383 a finishing pan is used. Since pro- pane is used at this stage, the temperature of the finishing pan can be finely controlled to produce the best quality syrup. After checking for density, colour and grade, the syrup is packaged for sale. Community groups are encourag- ed to schedule weekend tours. Special arrangements can be made for diaifismne including some weekday openings. All groups must contact the Authority office for reservations. Weekend tours will meet at the parking lot at 10:00 A.M, 11:30 AM. and 1:30 P.M. Maple products, in- @e Hearn, ng Aid (Centre ¢f Port Perry Dr E Mueller"s Ottice - 24 Water St S$. > Plaza, Port Perry, Ontario LOB INO , cluding syrup, butter and sugar, will be available for sale. Tours will be available on the weekends of March 14 and 15; 21 and 22; and 28 and 29. The annual pancake weekend will be held in co-operation with the Durham A.M. Kiwanis Club on April 4and>s. Purple Woods C enservation Area 1s located north of Oshawa at the southeast corner of Simcoe Street at the 10th Concession Road. Admis- Sion, parking and guided tours are free. For further information; please contact the Central Lake On- tario Conservation Authority at (416) 579-0411. Dennis J Hogan ann Hearing Aad Consultant 985-3003 © 985-9192 Sigourney Weaver stars again in the blockbuster sequel to the smash hit Aliens" She escaped the deadly creatures once Now she's going back with the toughest soldiers on earth And Yhe terror 1S just beginning 68 Water St., Port Perry PHONE 985-9888 76 Baldwin St., Brooklin PHONE 655-3306