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Bowl for millions come to local lanes Big Brothers' Bow! for Millions is coming to the area from Feb. 7 to 14. This is the only major fund rais- ing campaign for the Midland-Penetang Big Brothers Association and they are asking for com- munity support. The two parts of the Bowl for Millions cam- paign allows everyone to participate, regardless of their bowling expertise. One part, Celebrity Days, will be held Feb. 7 at the Knights of Columbus Cen- tre in Penetang and then on Feb. 14 at the Bayshore Lanes in Midland. A large number of challenges have been issued to community groups to come out with a team and participate. There will be teams representing the various banks, schools, real estate, restaurants, businesses, and more. The general public is also invited to bowl during Celebrity Days. The second part of Bowl for Millions involves the Lifestyles programs start this weekend Financial Seminars, Education, Estates Workshop, Premenstrual Syndrome Seminar and Bartending are just some of the new YMCA Life Style programs. On Friday, Feb. 6, young adults or couples are in- vited to share an evening with Jim Hughes, financial planning professional, to discuss the obstacles to financial success. Hughes will examine inflation, bor- rowed funds, RRSP's, come splitting, insurance and Please Planning Computer Wills and in- costs more. preregister. On Friday, Feb. 20 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. retired seniors or soon-to-be retired can review RRSP options, how to keep pace with inflation, preserve your estate, plan spending of capital and more. Please preregister for 'Managing for Retirement Income'"' before Jan. 30. Wills and Estate Workshop on Feb. 11 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. will be led by lawyer, Elise Devillers. Discuss what choices you have in making a will. What is the effect of the new Family Law on the rights of a spouse who sur- vives? What are the usual clauses in a will?... And more. Please preregister before Feb. 3. Schools are introducing our children to the era of computers. Parents can become familiar with the computer on Tuesday, Feb. 17 and 24. Shawn Bren- nan, YMCA computer in- stuctor, is offering two evenings of hands on ex- perience plus discussion on purchasing computers and a documentary film on "Computers and Society"'. Please preregister before Feb. 10. Premenstrual symptoms can Cause many women to suffer minor discomforts Taxi users unhappy A majority of taxi users in Midland have a com- plaint, according to an uns- cientific survey. Councillor Carolyn White, chairman of the town's public safety com- mittee, telephoned people at random. She was preparing for a committee meeting during which an application to start a new taxi company was to be heard. Of the 15 taxi users to whom Councillor White talked, nine were "very displeased" and a tenth person was "upset with the quality of the cabs." Councillor White described the five other persons questioned as "happy." People have brought complaints about cabs into the police department, Police Chief Ernie Bates said. The local cabs are regularly checked as to mechanical fitness and safety. and some major problems causes for premenstrual Dependence - syndrome (PMS) and possi- ble remedies. Preregister before Feb. 17. prior to monthly menstrua- tion. Wednesday, Feb. 25 from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. Dr. M. McTavish will share some insight into the include Other life style programs Alcohol Women's Issues, Party Hors D'oeuvres, Long Hair and Loving It, Candy Making, Osteoporosis - A Young Woman's disease. Preregister today. For more information on YM- CA Life Style Programs, contact the YMCA at 526-7828 or drop in to pick up a brochure today. Youth and Adult Bowling Leagues in Midland and Penetang. The leagues are encouraged to designate one of their regularly scheduled games during the week of February 7 to 14 as Bowl for Millions. Special prizes are available for league bowlers and more informa- tion can be obtained from the bowling alleys. ' Big Brothers invites everyone to pick up a pledge sheet, get sponsors, and come out and bow/]; or to sponsor someone else to bowl. Big Brothers will celebrate their 12th an- niversary on February 28, It is hoped that with the generous support of the community, the Big Brothers Association will continue to grow and serve the ever increasing number of boys who need a Big Brother. Everyone is encouraged to participate. For further information and pledge sheets, please call Noreen Seabourn (526-5051). Summer Help 3 ways Ontario is helping youth this summer The Ontario Ministry of Skills Development, as part of its comprehensive mandate to provide skills training and work experience for young people, provides these opportunities to work and earn money this summer. 1. Working with Business The Ontario Summer Employment Program is directed toward employers and encourages them to hire young people for newly created summer jobs. The Ministry of Skills Development will provide $1.25 per hour towards the salary cost of the person hired. Young 2. Be your own Boss START-UP provides students with an excellent opportunity to learn how to run their own summer businesses. In co-operation with The Ontario Chamber of Commerce and The Royal Bank of Canada students who want to start a summer business may apply for an 3. Working with The Government of Ontario through its ministries and associated community agencies offers young people the opportunity to gain valuable career related experience on the job through people gain invaluable work experience while Ontario companies receive the benefit of these willing, eager workers. Employers who could do more to provide young people with summer jobs should call 1-800-387-1290 (in Toronto 585-7399) for further information. interest free loan of up to $3,000 from START-UP. It's an opportunity for young people to learn valuable entrepreneurial skills. Interested students can get more information by calling 1-800-387-0777. Ontario Experience '87. Interested young people can get more information and applications by calling ° 1-800-387-0777. Ministry of ¥) Skills Development Gregory Sorbara Ontario Minister Ontario Ministry of Skills Development Page 14, Tuesday, February 3, 1987 | | | amass