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8 - PORT PERRY STAR - Tuesday, November 7, 2000 "Scugog's Community Newspaper of Choice' Christmas parade is Nov. 25 Chamber decides on new route for Santa By Chris Hall Port Perry Star The road to Santa's Village will be a bit short- er this year. After much discussion, organizers of the annual Port Perry Santa Claus Parade have opted to shorten Old St. Nick's annual trip through the downtown area when he makes a return visit on Nov. 25. This year Santa will complete his journey at the Latcham Centre, where his village and elves will be waiting for him. "We've changed the route again this year" said Ray Northey, who will be co-ordinating the YW A winner each and every ) | week until Christmas!" event on behalf of the Scugog Chamber of Commerce. "Instead of returning to the (Port Perry) fair- grounds like we have in the past, we've moved Santa's Village to the Latcham Centre." The parade, which will begin at 2 p.m, starts at the fairgrounds and will travel across Reach Rd. to Simcoe St., then turn south. From there it will continue on to Queen St., then turn east and travel through the downtown core before ending at the Latcham Centre, at the foot of Queen. In past years, the pro- cession has wound its way through downtown Port Perry before return- ing to the fairgrounds. That resulted in a lengthy, and sometimes confusing, parade route. "One of the reasons we made some changes this year is because the bands are booking three and four parades each day, and their scheduling is really tight," said Mr. Northey. "In the past they've wanted to leave right in the middle of a parade to get to the next one, so . contact Mr. Northey at * SAME PLACE * SAME GREAT SERVICE! NORTH RIDGE EXCAVATING Excavating - Grading - Site Work - Sand - Gravel - Top Soil - Triple Mix - Septic Systems 90 Vanedward Dr., Port Penty cas... (905) 985-8469 what's the point (of a long route)?" He also reasoned that the most recent route was somewhat lengthy and "a little tedious". As well, the potential for inclement weather also made the decision to shorten the procession an easy one, said Mr. Northey. For 2000, the annual parade will try to tie into the "Old Fashioned Christmas" theme which the local BIA is promot- ing, said Mr. Northey. "In the past we've had about 60 floats and bands, about 52 floats and eight bands," he A splashy launch for Fresh RATRRY I 1% 2EA%- said. "We'd definitely like to see that same number again this year, and we'd like to see them incorpo- rate this theme some- HEATHER McCRAE/PORT PERRY STAR More than 400 people attended last week's launch party in Toronto for FRESH magazine, a new publication that draws on the talents of some local people. Adam McTaggart (right) is advertising manager, while how." magazine hair stylist is Amanda Bright. Both are from Port Perry. Anyone wishing to include a float in the 2000 procession is asked to Canada Nov. 9. They're seen here with editor Jason Hughes. FRESH will appear across 985-4427. There will be a $50 charge for commercial floats. Non-profit groups will not be charged. Anyone wishing to help out on Nov. 25 is asked to call Mr. Northey. ment. All are welcome. Talent auction's at Prince Albert church Friday There will be a talent auction at Maple Leaf tickets. A great opportunity Prince Albert United Church on Friday, to pick up some Christmas gifts. Nov. 10 at 7:30 p.m. in the church base- For more information call Bev Stanley 985-9269. Preview from Friday, 7 p.m. Some items include quilts, quilt rack, until sale time. Christmas Party NOW!!! 2 BOOK YOUR A FESTIVE - CHRISTMAS py, EE PARTIES Viv ER ALD for staff, family, fron Z 7 "RELAXED DINING - ¢7 business associates A Special functions are accommodated ~ please call for information Proprietor Judd Moore 30 Shirley Rd., 7 just off Simcoe south of ous Perry (STITH 7 ) Opens at Spm Bobbie Drew @ 85-42 A ji ® =) \\ TOWNSHIP OF SCUGOG 2000 Fall Leaf Collection Wednesdays October 25, 2000 November 1, 8, & 15, 2000 The four consecutive Wednesdays commencing October 25, 2000 have been designated as Fall Leaf Collection in Port Perry and Prince Albert in the Township of Scugog. All leaves for collection are to be placed in "Clear Plastic Bags Only" and are to be placed at the curbside by 7:00 am on the above dates. For residents outside the pick-up area, the Region of Durham Transfer Stations at 1623 Reach Street/ Regional Road 8 and 3590 Edgerton Road have bins available for leaf disposal. Terry Carson CRS.-S Director of Public Works \ : } f { { |