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PORT PERRY "WEEKEND STAR" FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2000 - 21 _ pm ------- "Camps For The Blind" will benefit from Wind Ensemble performance The Durham Benefit Wind Ensemble will play a concert in support of "Camps for the Blind," a program provided by Christian Record Services. C.R.S. has been providing fun and educational camps for the blind for over 25 years in Canada. The campers range in ages from nine to 86 years, and | often come from abusive and broken homes. At camp, they meet people with similar problems, interact with sighted people and achieve greater confidence and self-esteem. These camps are funded solely by dona- tions, so the more funds received, the more people will benefit from them. Christian Record Services, established in 1899, among other things, lends tapes, large print and braille books, free of charge. With the help of the Canadian Bible Society, they also provide braille Bibles to the blind. They work with over 8,000 people, nationwide, but are always looking for more. The Durham Benefit Wind Ensemble, under the direction of composer/musician, Albert Curtis, have been entertaining audiences for over a year now. The concert will be held Saturday, March 4 at 7:30 p.m. at College Park Elementary School, located on Townline Rd., just north of Hwy. 2, in Oshawa. There is no admission fee, but a free-will offering will be col- lected. Please contact Pat Page at 436-9638 or Albert Curtis at 567-4025. HEALTHY LIFESTYLES ONE STOP GR OPTICAL \ For all your eye care needs and accessories * Eye Examinations * Eye Glasses e Contact Lenses * Repairs e Sunglasses e Eyewear Accessories Eye Examination Appointments Call to book your appointment today 4 Banff Rd., Unit #5, Uxbridge (905) 852-2280 THE AUDIOLOGY CLINIC SPAR (CRN o | FANN [CRAY IDRC] SA 21V (0 SES * Certified Audiologists » Hearing tests for children (3+) & adults » Hearing Aid prescriptions and fittings * Authorized for WCB, DVA & Insurances * Government Grants Available * Music & Swim Ear Plugs 462 PAXTON STREET, PORT PERRY, ONTARIO NERF {T=T0) CRU: [ole] RN OF:1 | 985-3166 8 DURHAM COUNSELLING Sey COUNSELLING t FOR Families & Individuals Specializing In: ® Step Families ® Relationships ® Abuse Counselling ® Children & Teens ® Depression RCS WR call Suzanne Doupe psychotherapist ' The award-winning writer visited the school Monday Meadowcrest P.S. students visited by the intriguing author Eric Walters The Brooklin Profile News and views from around the village 'By Roxanne Reveler For submissions please call 655-4420 Visiting Writer Students at Meadowcrest Public School were treated to a masterful presentation by an award winning author this week. On Monday, Feb. 21, Eric Walters was personally on hand to speak with stu- dents from Grades 3 through 8 and read some of his works. According to Meadowcrest librarian Ricarda Kight, the young- sters of all grades had worked long and hard in preparation for Walters appearance by listening to and studying his novels. Kight says the welcomed visit was an intricate part of the English curriculum. The students were given encouragement and oppor- tunity to become actively involved in the writing pro- cess through role playing, interaction and the exercise of their creative spirit. The assembled youngsters were also able to better understand the steps that should be used to become a more effective writer by learning about essential story elements including character development, setting, plot and idea. The 43-year-old Walters is Toronto born and raised and writes well of his native country. A teacher by edu- cation and profession, he is also a judge for various children's writing forums including the Canadian Children's Book. Centre National Writing Contest. Walters published four well received children's books last year alone. The Hydrofoil Mystery, Tiger by the Tail, Visions and Three- On-Three. He has already been accepted for four other novels to be in pub- lication this year. Hockey Brooklin Men's Hockey League is still going strong into the playoffs. In last week's action Tribute homes got two markers from Dason Lyons and one each from Bob Middleton and Bob Saunders as they played to a four all tie with Brooklin Concrete. Scoring on the opposite end of the ice were Jim Mason, Jamie Strachan, Paul Brown and Bruce Cullen. Brooklin Pharmacy edged Foundation Financial 2-1. Steve Pidgen had both goals for Pharmacy while Bill Grylls scored for F.F. CIBC were not at their best, getting a lone goal from Joe Mulcahy as they were Legion 5-1. Scoring for the Legion were Cligg Craddock with a pair, Gerry Hunt, John Schell and Rob Kivell. Brooklin Legion now leads the race with two wins; CIBC, F.F, and Pharmacy are squared with one win and one loss and Concrete and Tribute lag behind with a 0-1-1 record. Hockey Dance The BMHL season will come to an end on March 18 when all teams will com- pete at Luther Vipond Arena for what I've been told will resemble the Grand Championship of the Universe. Following that will be the year ending hockey dance at the Community Centre. An excellent DJ. will provide the music for your dancing pleasure and tickets are only $5 per person. Put a HAPPY BIRTHDAY big circle around that date on your calendar. Pancake Time Again Sunday, March 5 is the next pancake breakfast pre- sented by Mt. Zion Masonic Lodge. The end of the sea- son is fast approaching for these delicious breakfasts so plan to attend. All the pancakes and sausage you can eat for only $4; $1.50 for those 10 and under. It will be held at the Masonic Hall, Cassels and Roebucks from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Hmm.... Hubby and 1 were toodling through the coun- tryside taking advantage of this week's gorgeous weath- er when we stopped for lunch at a never-before- visited restaurant in the middle of nowhere. After looking at the menu we noticed a chalkboard on the wall advertising the days "special." My curiosity was perked when | read "country-western omelet." The waitress explained... "It's just a western omelet," she said, "but with more heartburn." drubbed by Brooklin Goodwood Gardens ~ offering free Saturday planting seminars Goodwood Gardens offers a free series of seminars in anticipation of spring's arrival. All seminars take place in the tropical ambience of Goodwood Gardens Greenhouses, #378 Highway 47 (one kilometre east of Goodwood) on Saturdays, beginning at 2 p.m. March 4 Plants - They are what they eat: soil and fertility: Owner David Gribble discusses soils, their fertility, how to amend them and the effect on plant health. March 18 - Drought tolerant perennials: Horticulturist John Valleau from Heritage Perennials shares his wealth of knowledge dealing with an ever increasing concern - water efficiency. April | - Showy flowering shrubs: Goodwood Gardens nursery manager Jeanne de Bretan explores enhancing your garden's texture and colour with traditional and new flowering shrubs. April 15 - Pot gardening with colourful new annuals: Production manager Heather Hockley demonstrates new annuals - their use in combinations and alone, care and special tips to keep them flourishing all sea- son. For further information call (905) 640-4852. portperrystar.com FEBRUARY 22 "To our Champion Mom, Grandma, Fastern Star member, and Pancake Maker (alias Marg Jeffrey) Love Akvays, Paula & Garry, Darryl & Mark X0 X0 X0 X0 BROUGH Paul and lisa (nee Peterson) are proud to | anmounce the safe arrival of ther first son Nolan Matthew on January 2, 2000 weighing 8 1b, 13 1/2 oz. 8 Proud hina time grandparents are John & Diana Brough ll of Pnnce Albert, John & Bonnie Peterson of (Oshawa and 4 Carvlyn Middleton of Saskatoon Hrs Great Grandfather is Hugh Peterson of (Oshawa Noban is the fire Nephew for Richard & Denna Brough, Kike Bromgh, Holly MC wegor, Mark Manor, and Pan Mazur Spevul Thanks to Dr: Beatty and nurses at Lakerulge Health Oshawa Scugog Chamber of Commerce FIRST ANNUAL RAFFLE First Prize - $10,000 5 prizes of $500 © 25 Prizes of $100 Draw Date Moreh 31, 2000 of 8:00pm of Chamber Offic { Early Bird Prize - $500 Draw Date: February 28, 2000 (Cat-off dato - Fob. 21, 2000) Proceeds for Canada, Festival Days and Santa Claus Parade 2000 Wining cet val be drawn under the supendsion of Roger B Moase, Chartered Accountant Namber of Tickets: 600 © Tickets $60.00 ' Tickets available at the Port Perry Star Lissase #144038