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"A Family Tradition for 125 Years" PORT PERRY STAR - Real Estate Section - Tuesday, April 21,1992 - 9 Basement It's hard to believe, but those two babies that we brought home from the hospital a week or so ago are about to turn 16. To celebrate, Kyle and Belinda had their first "mixed" party last night, but just as their guests started to arrive, their Great Aunt Hilda pulled up in a taxi. "Darlings," she said to the kids, "I've come to give you your presents!" Since sorting this out was Em's department, I grabbed something to read and retreated to the basement. The funny think was that what I had grabbed to read was a pamphlet from The Hydro that talked about "energy myths" - things some people do to save energy, but that don't actually work. For example, one n said he kept his freezer in an unheated garage so that it didn't have to work as hard in the summer. According to The Hydro, it's actually easier on the motor and compressor if the temperature is constant. Or how about turning off your electric water heater when you go away for the weekend? In fact, the heaters are well insulated and retain heat for a long time. You won't save money unless you turn off the water heater for more than five days. Another "energy myth" is thinking that you should keep your thermostat at the same level all winter, since changing it uses more energy. The truth is, if you lower the temperature when you go to bed and turn it up again in the morning, you'll likely save money and energy. Or how about opening the oven door after you're finished using it, to help heat up the house? Well, The Hydro had a couple of things to say about this one. First, it isn't safe an second, the heat will make its way into the house whether the door is open or not. In a few minutes I heard the front door open and close, and beetled upstairs. "It was simple," said Em. "I just told her that the twins' birthday is really tomorrow. Since she thought it was bad luck to give presents late, I figured she'd think the same thing about giving them early. She couldn't get in the taxi fast enough. This newspaper, in conjunction with Ontario Hydro, is bringing you Phil's Basement to help "bring home" ideas on how to save energy. To receive the brochure "How You Use Energy Wisely," call Ontario Hydro at 1-800-263-9000 and tell them Phil sent you. Weather great for Easte Hope everyone enjoyed the Easter weekend. The weather man certainly co-operated by warming things up a little, not before time, either. Happy birthday this week to Gary Sweetman, Barbara Short, Linda Buscher, Ruth Zo- litz, Sean Fisher and Muriel Berry. Congratulations to John and Joanne (Nobbs) Molenaar on the birth of their daughter, Megan Alissa, born April 11. Sincere sympathy of the com- munity is extended to the Rev- erend David Shepherd and fam- ily in the death of his father, Mr. Lawrence Shepherd on Good Friday in Burlington, Ontario. i a SEAGRAVE CHURCH- NEWS Easter lilies and hydrangeas were placed in the church on Sunday in memory of loved ones. The choir sang two beauti- ful anthems, "Everlasting Love" and "All in the April Eve- ning." Three Sunday School chil- dren, Sarah Anderson, Stepha- nie and Cheryl Bright lit the How you and your local community can help cope with unemployment There are many ways to help lessen the impact of being un- employed in Durham Region, according to the Children's Ser- vices Council (Durham). The organization offers the following tips on how unem- ployed individuals can help themselves. -If you are laid off, get all the facts about your lay-off from your employer and find out about other jobs that are available where you work now. -Pick up a free resource package, for unemployed people, from the John Howard Society. Volunteer your time and skills somewhere. It will make you feel much better, while receiving work experience, making contacts, while at the same time helping others and keeping busy. This must be done out of work hours, to still be eligible to collect Unemploment Insurance benefits. -Read the local newspaper for free or low-cost events in the area and exercise to reduce stress and keep a positive mind. Join a support group, or start one, for people who are jobless. Members can help one another with childcare, home repairs, income tax and odd jobs. By trading skills, there is no ex- change of money. -Young, unemployed people can use the Barbara Black Centre for Youth Resources, located in Pickering as a free space for unemployment programs. -Be good to yourself and your family, you are not to blame for losing your job as it happens for many reasons that noone has control over. Communities can help cope with large lay-offs. Some have tried the following ideas to cope with large lay-offs and plant closures and found they could more easily deal with the prob- lems of jobloss. -Schools could open their gyms outside of school hours, allow- ing unemployed workers and their families to use them free of charge. -Ice rinks, swimming pools and recreation centres could stay open longer hours. oo 'Employers could suggest re-training programs for laid-off workers and offer good severance packages. -Canada Employment and Immigration, Durham College, the Board of Education and other organizations could better ad- vertise their services for the jobless. Some organizations offer training and re-location programs when there are large lay- offs. Practical courses for unemployed adults could be set up. Some examples of such courses could be: how to buy healthy food at low cost, how to work with government to get more jobs for Durham Region, and how to prepare for the stress that you and your family will feel if you lose your job. -Governments need to do everything they can to create more jobs in Durham Region. PORT PERRY ©3 PRINCE ALBERT UNITED CHURCH Ministers Rev. D. Robert J. LePage, B.A., M. Div. Michelle Hofman, B.A., M.R.E. SUNDAY, APRIL 26 10:00 a.m. Port Perry Morning Worship 11:30 a.m. Prince Albert Morning Worship Nursery Care Always Available TO ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS nese 980-7383 IN THIS SPACE EMMANUEL PENTECOSTAL CHURCH Regional Rd. 8 at Simcoe St. Port Perry, Ontario Rev. David Beesley, Pastor Jon Osmond, Asst. Pastor 985-4441 SUNDAY, APRIL 26 9:45 a.m. Christian Education 11:00 a.m. Morning Worship Message: "The Myth of Private Ownership" 6:30 p.m. Praise Service Movie: "Caught" (Nursery Care & Children's Church Provided in Both Services) Tues. 9:30-11:30 a.m. Ladies Reflections Study & Craft Wed. 6:30-8:00 p.m. Adult Bible Study and Prayer Youth Discipleship Training (Nursery and Children's programs provided) Fri. 7:30-9:00 p.m. "Friday Night Live" Youth Event "A Church Reaching Out in Love" VICTORY CHRISTIAN CENTRE Affiliated with Gospel Crusade of Canada 9:45 a.m. Bible School (all ages) 11 a.m. Victory Celebration Guest Speaker: Pastor Dave Gingrich - Pres. of Gospel Crusade Canada 4:30 p.m. Monday - Children's Choir 7:30 p.m. Mon. Youth Ministry 7:30 p.m. Tues. - Home Bible Study 7 p.m. Sat. Prayer Prayer for sick at all services For further information call Pastor John Benschop 985-8890 Church location Old Simcoe Rd. North of Durham Rd. 8 S. A. Cawker School "Living Bible - Hebrews 2:9" "But we do see Jesus - who for a while was a little lower than the angels - crowned now by God with glory and honor because he suffered death for us." GOD HAS A PLAN FOR YOUR LIFE. STEP INTO VICTORY! SRSEARAR Easter candle. Betty Sommer- ville read the gospel from Luke 24,vs. 1-12. Several members of the Sea- grave congregation attended the sunrise service at Pinedale Church, conducted by Reverend ~ David Shepherd on Sunday morning. That's it for this week, please call Kim Blakely with news next week at 985-8753. MYRTLE UNITED CHURCH Rev. Glen Eagle - Minister Service: 9:45 a.m. Sunday School NESTLETON PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Rev. Wm. Fairley - Minister 11 a.m. All Welcome PORT PERRY BAPTIST CHURCH 2210 Hwy. 7A at Island Rd. East of Port Perry 985-8681 David S. Daniels, Pastor 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School Classes for all ages Worship Services 11:00 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. Sr. Youth 7:45-9:30 p.m. Ladies Coffee Hour Tues. 9:45-11:00 a.m. Pre-school care provided Bible Study and Prayer Mtg. AWANA Boys and Girls Clubs Closing Program next Wed. Wed. 7:00-8:30 p.m. Jr. Youth Thurs. 7:00-8:30 p.m. Nursery Provided at all services Wheelchair accessible ST. JOHN'S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Serving for 135 years. SUNDAY, APRIL 26 Morning Worship 9:45 a.m. Interim Minister Rev. Dr. Shirley Gale Telephone: Stouffville: (416) 640-5275 Church School and Nursery During Worship For information call 985-3630 All are cordially welcomed ANGLICAN CHURCH The Rev'd Charles E. Bull Incumbent St. John's Church St., Blackstock SUNDAY, APRIL 26 9:30 a.m.Morning Prayer Church School and Nursery Church of the Ascension 266 North St., Port Perry WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22 7:30 a.m. Holy Communion SUNDAY, APRIL 26 8 a.m. Said Eucharist 11:15 a.m. Holy Communion Church School and Nursery BAHA'I FAITH For information about Baha'i meetings and activities please write to P.O. Box 1153, Port Perry, Ontario LOL 1A9 or call 985-4582 BLACKSTOCK-NESTLETON UNITED CHURCHES Rev'd Dale Davis Blackstock 10:00 a.m. North Nestleton 11:15 a.m. Church School and Nursery during worship GREENBANK PASTORAL CHARGE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA Rev. David Shepherd, Minister SUNDAY, APRIL 26 Seagrave 9:30 a.m. Greenbank 11:00 a.m. Pinedale 12:30 p.m. COLUMBUS UNITED CHURCH A Community Church For All Rev. Jack Griffen B.A., M. Div. SUNDAY, APRIL 26 10:00 a.m. "Universal Praise' Welcome to a Community Church for Everyone YOUR LOCAL FAMILY CHURCH The New Apostolic Church 180 Mary Street (2nd Floor) Port Perry REGULAR SERVICES Sundays 10:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. Wednesdays 8:00 p.m. For information telephone 985-4594 A HEARTY WELCOME TO ALL EMMANUEL FULL GOSPEL FELLOWSHIP Durham Rd. 23 and Conc. 7 Rev. Timothy Godfey, Pastor Church: 852-7054 Residence: 852-5871 SUNDAY, APRIL 26 9:45 a.m. Family Bible School 11:00 a.m. Worship Services 6:00 p.m. Praise Meeting Tues. 9:30 a.m. Ladies Fellowship Wed. 7:30 p.m. Prayer and Bible Study Sat. 7:00 p.m. Youth Group HOPE CHURCH A Christian Reformed Fellowship 166 Simcoe Street South Prince Albert, Ontario 985-9679 Song Service: 9:50 a.m. Worship Service: 10:00 a.m. Coffee & Fellowship: 11:15 a.m. Worship Service: 7:00 p.m. Nursery & Story Hour Provided MANCHESTER SCUGOG ISLAND UNITED CHURCHES Minister: Elaine Barber 985-4094 SUNDAY, APRIL 26 9:45 a.m. Scugog Island 11:15 a.m. Manchester Sunday School and Nursery Care provided