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Terrace Bay News, 28 Jan 1987, p. 6

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Page 6, Terrace Bay-Schreiber News, Wednesday, January 28, 1987 Many happenings in Rossport By Anne Todesco The St. John Berchmen Altar Socie- ty meeting for Thursday was cancell- ed for a later date owing to a poor tur- nout and weather conditions. Judi and Olav Sundland have left for Toronto on the annual spring buying trip for their gift shop. Mr. and Mrs. Lester Legault motored to Thunder Bay on Monday and reported the highway in excellent condition. The Fire Hall Bingo held Wednes- day was successful. Mrs. William Schelling is visiting relatives in Thunder Bay this week. The Recreation meeting was held last Wednesday in the Community Hall. William Collinson chaired and led in the discussions. The Secretary, Mary Burnett, read the minutes and correspondence. The Treasurer, Judi Sundland, presented the treasurer's report. All was passed for approval. A report was heard on the hayride and carol singing and other successful Christmas activities. The flooding of the rink was an im- portant discussion as the men had worked so long and hard to accomplish the deed. They had some discourage- ment, the main one being the mild weather that prevailed. The possibility of some future events was discussed for the community, which will be publicized later. Mr. and Mrs. William Schelling celebrated their 60th Wedding An- niversary on Sunday. Relatives and close friends were present for the tea. Two cousins, Ida Cliff and Mary McEwen, of Thunder Bay, were pre- sent for the occasion. Mary and Bill Call: 825-3747 to- We day, to contact Betty Our Ad Rep about placing your Ad in our paper. received many flower arrangments and three decorated cakes as well as numerous messages and cards. The harbour and bay are finally frozen over and the weather is turning colder. We have had the temperature down to 15 and 17 below zero fahrenheit this week. That sounds encouraging for the men trying to get the ice on the out- door rink. Although the new year is well into January, nonetheless, all are wished seasonal greetings and happy friendships. There are many challenges awaiting Canadians in 1987 and around the world- wars, crimes, hijacking ways of transportation, poverty, unemploy- ment, hunger, destruction, greed, violence, passions, health problems, etc. 'trappers, Each grieves us and causes deep concern the world over. So many pro- blems have to be corrected and good examples set for a better world, coun- tries and communities. This great new country of ours, its provinces, territories, districts, coun- ties, cities, towns and villages were all built with hard work and tragedies by peoples from many countries and long remembered by later generations. Our small village has many poten- tials, which can be drawn on for educa- tional and working practices. There are several here with specific skills. We have electricians, teachers, nurses, pipe fitters, fishermen, hunters, knitters, crocheters, dressmakers, quilters, cooks, prospec- tors, and railroaders in every branch of the industry, real estate, who could offer information and assist others with demonstrations that could be very in- teresting. And of course, we have many villagers with ethnic backgrounds that could provide us with much history- Italian, German, Finnish, Scandinavians, Scotch, Irish, French, Indian, Polish, Ukranian, British, and American. Imagine the entertainment that could be offered. Leaderships in community organiza- tions are made, not born and should be well chosen by people of any community. They should have the ability to draw everyone into action- they young and the old can always play a useful part in making a community a worthwhile place to live in, enjoy and be proud of. Terrace Bay Recreation Department Again this week, the Terrace Bay Recreation Department has submitted a list of many exciting programs that are being offered for the next several months. Dance for Heart- Feb. 18 This is co-sponsored by the Terrace Bay Recreation Department. On Wednesday, February 18 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Terrace Bay High School, anyone 18 years and over are en- couraged to participate in 'Dance for Heart'; a nation-wide fundraising special event that promotes cardio- vascular fitness and the development of regular fitness through aerobics and dance exercise. Participants will collect pledges for three hours of invigorating exercise. The money raised through this event YOUR CANADA PENSION PLAN HAS CHANGED FOR THE BETTER. On January 1st, 1987 your Canada Pension Plan changed and its good news. The Plan provides important protection for you and your family. These changes put your Plan on a solid, long-term financial foundation and improve the benefits. will be donated to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario to continue its support of heart disease and stroke research. Participants are eligible for incentive prizes based on money they collect. Last year, the province's response to 'Dance for Heart' was tremendous- over $211,000 was raised. To pre-register and for more infor- mation, contact the recreation depart- ment at 825-3542. 'All it takes is a little leg work". Babysitting (Cathy Withers) We need several more registrations to make this program a success. Learn the proper procedure for child care, child behaviour and safety. The obligations and rights of the babysitter and employer will be taught. The seven hour course commences on Feb. 2 and will conclude on Feb. 11. Times are from 4 to 5 p.m. during the week for seven days. Call today to register at 3542. Cross-country Skiing (Roger Lanthier) Weather permitting, we will be hav- ing a cross country three-hour ski clinic on Feb. 14 for youths aged 7 to 15 and on Feb. 15 for adults. Times are | to 4 p.m. each day. Flower Arranging (Eleanor Gould) This very popular program will be presented to the community beginning on March 5- Thursday evenings from 7 to 9 p.m. Round, triangular and one-sided designs will be taught. Call the recrea- tion office for more information and to register. Heartsaver (Cathy Withers) There are several more openings in this program which will teach the par- ticipant how to prevent heart attacks, prevent death in heart attacks, recognize sudden unexpected death, in- itiate emergency cardiac care system. Learn the skills of one-person C.P.R. Know how to save a choking victim. Dates and times are Feb. 14 from 9 to noon and 1 to 4 p.m. Krafts for Kids (Donna Mikeluk) Donna's ever-popular krafts for kids program will be presented on Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. commencing Feb. 26 and ending on April 9. Ladies Muscle Toning with Weights (Eleanor Depaolo) We have several openings in this afternoon fitness program. The pro- gram will commence on Feb. 16 and go until March 27 from 2 to 3 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Macrame (Darlene Noble) This basic Macrame course will teach the beginner the techniques of ty- ing knots. The program will take place on March 22 from 1 to 5 pm. Quilling (Cheryl Holmes) Quilling or Paper Filigree is an an- cient art dating back to the 15th Cen- tury. It is a very simple craft and no special talents are necessary. This program will be held on Feb. 20 and Feb. 21. It wil be on Friday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. and Satur- day from 9 to noon and 1 to 4 p.m. Call the recreation office to register. Squash Lessons Mikalauskas) There are still openings in this pro- gram which commences on Thursday, February 5 and runs for four weeks each Thursday from 7 to 8 p.m. (Gerry continued on page 11 For booklets about your Canada Pension Plan, fill out the coupon below and mail it to: CPP-INFO P.O. Box 5400 Postal Station "D"' Scarborough, Ontario M1R 5E8 ae ~=Peorthis DRYCLEANING SERVICES WINTER SPECIALS Jan. 19 - 31 =o Changed opr' the bolita. ado eae === === Mens & Ladies Top Coats 'd like to know more about my new Canada Pension Plan. Please send me the "good news" in EnglishO in FrenchO) about... " | Plain Pants 99 ; Retirement Pension C1 & Ski t 2 sige Disability Benefits 0 ik eee ae ne ADDRESS 33 Survivor Benefits 0 ' city Pension Credit Splitting O Heavy Winter 499 Flexible Retirement 0 Coats & Parkas............... PROV. 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