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The Y.M.C.A. held thelr first ballet, jazz and performing arts recital last week at R.H. Cornish Public School. Pictured are members of the Junior Ballet performing "Children's Games". From left to right are: Jennifer Connelly, Alicia Bur- gess, and Jessica Worr. TRUCKLOAD SALE SELF-PROPELLED MOWER at PUSH-MOWER PRICES A Gift For The Man Of The Yard 21" Self Propelled Models 8244 ZT 599, 21" Self Propelled Electric Start Models 8243A 699 reg. 849.95 ... [] OTHER MODELS AVAILABLE Give dad the answer to a great-looking lawn--a Lawn-Bo mower. 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The residents extend an invitation to one and all to join us in any of our many planned activities. Monday, May 28th, we had a bowling match with Mr. B. Ayers winning with 108 pts. A flower ar- ranging session took place on Tuesday and was then followed by a sing-song. Wednesday, May 30th was "PARTICIPACTION DAY!!!" Everyone was delighted by the surprise visit from "Swam- py."' This helped to motivate us into keeping fit. Mr. Ray Seagar won the "Crown Life Participac- tion' Hat. A pat on the back goes to all those who took part in the challenge. Throughout the after- noon we had a Patio Party. Unfor- tunately due to cool weather we held it inside. Many took part in the variety of fun games. The fruit and dip was simply delicious. The following day we had many residents busy painting silk scarfs which are now "available at WENDY'S BOUTI- QUE. In the evening hours we had several attend the delightful play "Annie." What a terrific perfor- mance put on by a bunch of great kids. A special thank you to the Rotary Club members and stage helpers for transporting residents on the stairs. Friday then arriv- ed and with it came a Bingo match. Everyone in the home was treated to a delicious ice-cream cone. Saturday, June 2nd held a special outing with a trip to the Dome to see a Blue Jay Lg you see us with our N.H. Banner held high? A great day certainly enjoyed by those that took part. Monday, June 4th was Game Day, featuring shule or darts. *Peatloam Locatedat7 &23 * Top Soil (sw Comer) 'away 655-4542 Garden Mix ] * Sand W|=8 HWY. 47 + Gravel Mid *Limestone |_JI3 { PORT PERRY STAR - Tuesday, June 12, 1990-78 Congratulations to the top win- ners -- D. Archer & R. Seagar. Due to the nice weather we spent the next day doing some outside work. Another outing was held on the 6th when we loaded a bus and headed off to Kim's (our activity director) for an afternoon of fun and food. The BBQ lunch was simply delicious. Many enjoyed watching Kim's T.V. via satellite while others took part in a fishing quiz. Thursday we had a Bible Film shown by Carol Eagles. Fri- day, June 8th the ladies were busy baking rhubarb crisp. Upcoming events include Residents Council Meeting - 2 p.m. (13), Barber - 7 p.m. (13), Cocktail Hours - 7 p.m. (14), Nur- sing Home Week (17-23), Sunday | Nursing Home week Service - 2 p.m. (24), Hymn Sing -7 p.m. (24) and Monthly Birth- day Party - 1:30 (26). NURSING HOME WEEK: Hats off to Mens Day - Monday, . June 18th -- Mens Breakfast (9 a.m.), Naildriving (1 p.m.), Senior Choir (2:30). Fundraising Day - Tuesday, June 19th, -- Crazy Bowl-a-thon (12:30). Volunteer Appreciation Day - Wednesday. June 20th, -- Wine & Cheese (2 p.m.), Garden Club (7 p.m.). Western Day - Thursday, June 21st, -- B.B.Q. (noon), Round-up (2 p.m.), Barn Dance (7 p.m.). Family Day - Friday, June 22nd, -- Ice Cream Fest & Family Antics (2 p.m.), Photo Contest. Grant helps in study of child care needs Allan Furlong, MPP for Durham Centre, today announc- ed a $170,000 grant to Durham College's Early Learning Centre. The one-time funding will be us- ed to undertake a study of child care needs in Durham Region. The announcement was made on behalf of Charles Beer, Ontario's Minister of Community and Social Services. _ Mr. Furlong said that the pur- pose of the study is to gather in- formation -on existing licensed child care centres and support services and to project future child care needs throughout the region. Community advisory groups will be formed to carry out the study's plans and recommenda- tions. The groups will be made up primarily of parents and child care professionals. "As well as working with cur- rent child care centres and pro- viders of support services, infor- mation also will be sought from various community sources,' said Mr. Furlong. "These include current and prospective child care users, child care organiza- tions and local governments. Results will be used to form a strategic child care plan for Durham Region." Mr. Furlong added that the study is expected to be complete in the spring of 1991. I'm both pleased and enthused to be able to announce the Junding for this important study," he said. '""The child care needs of working parents throughout Ontario area priority of Mr. Beer's ministry. This study will help address those needs at our local community level." PAP AYSS "THE MARINE UPHOLSTERERS" Servicing Durham Region and Surreunding Area BOAT TOPS, BOAT SEATS COMPLETE MARINE INTERIORS JUNE SPECIAL Cockpit Covers, 15' Boat . won $200. On HWY. 7A (East of Taylor Ford) (Port Perry) 985-4857 MOBILE SERVICE wax 831-3086 Get your pa Leave the ba FIESTA '90 ssport in order -- a no fuss holiday is at your doorstep. ggage behind while embarking on a world-wide tour without ever leaving the boundaries of Oshawa. PARADE -- JUNE 17, 12:30 p.m. Oshawa City Hall to Oshawa Centre FOLK FESTIVAL -- June 17, 2:30 p.m. Civic Auditorium Queen's Crowning - 8:00 p.m. PAVILION WEEK -- June 18-23 23 Host pavilions open week-long TEDDY-BEAR'S PICNIC -- June 24, 1 p.m. Lakeview Park: co-sponsored by McDonald's Restaurants of Oshawa $4.00 PASSPORT is admission to all pavilions and the concert week-long and offers an opportunity to win a trip for two to the DOMINICAN REPUBLIC courtesy of FIESTA SUN & GOLIGER'S TRAVEL. Come and help us celebrate Fiesta '90 from June 17th - 24th. Oshawa Folk Arts Council! BN 726-1624