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And so also do I For runis all I ’m doing last minute shopping Is terribly grueling. Except one tiny mouse. Since our poor aged cat Has departed his space This wee whiskered creature Has the run of the place. [should learn a lesson From previous years Still I wait and I wait Til the 25th nears. There is no excuse Mummmormmw I "fling": WWW" 29 ' 1:303:10 Pom. TERRIFIC TUESDAYS @ YOUR “BRAIN! When a young ow! is abducted byah evil Owl army, “mm, _ my 2011 he must escape with newfound friends to seek out Tuesdays from 4 - 5 pm. mum.“ “mm, 4“. the ’egenda’y Guardians to Stop the menace 1st Tuesday: Prince Charming’s Book Club for Boys ...................... RMKG-fmmlissienh_.,.........._s.e..s. 2 Agesgâ€"nm FINANCIAL MINING Rm Vlad Tuesdaioafternoons, ages €95; $§ child “WM”: Jinn” ‘3 ' 7 P-m- ’4 3rd Tuesday: Board Game Bonanza, agesv7+, Free .................... E r€€.4€rr?iۤi9r7.-’.........._....._ ' : ""k’thfues'déy:Rapunzerssookddbforcm?‘ “ ‘ B c M" MKS FOB km OLDS K . 5995 9:13, Fm - A Thursdays. Januarv 5 - April 23 - 2 - 3 o.m.‘ Premlmmn mumdforaflpmqmms! Thursdays, January 6 - February 10 - 4 - 5 pm. A literacy program for beginning and struggling readers providing an opportunity to read to a dog and make a friend! A $10 refundable deposit is required for each date. Preâ€"registmflon is required! aquatics, fitness and general recreation. Register online at the WSPLAY. .. Online link or in person at the Lebovic Leisure Centre, 30 Burkholder St. Mayor and Members of Council invite you to Stouffville Arena for a time of fellowship with friends and neighbours and free public skating. All Welcome! Still time to register for selected lessons in WINTER PROGRAMS BEGIN THE WEEK OF JANUARY 3, 2011 MAYOR’S IN YEARS DAY lEVEE Saturday January 1, 1 - 3 pm Just two nights until big day and so much to do JOLLY MKS FOB HEAR OLDS . Thursdays, January 6 - April 28 o 2 - 3 pm. Cost $25. I’m-registration is required. was two nights before Christmas And all through our house Not a creature wasstirn'ng PAWS 4 STORIES - GRADES 1-3 I have to admit This procrastination Has Jean in a fit. Istart tean'ng my hair What little remains 1 grouse and I grumble That repeated refrain Next year will be défferent Jim Thomas Roaming Around Holiday swim/skate/fltness schedule available online at www.mnofwscom>Lelsmetab>Schedules/Dropin> Holiday Schedule or call 905-642â€"PUKY (7529) FreeskatingattheStaflville‘arena TuesdayDecembeer, 2.00-5.00pm and WednadayDecemberZQ 10.00am-12 noon. Generouslysponsored byfim Horton: Sunday, January 16 o 1 pm. Do you knit or crochet? Interested in helping the less fortunate in the community? Join this local group of volunteer crafters who donate their projects to organizations and shelters in York Region. Wmuomkmmm Wat’s 0n in CASTING OFF THE (OLD! I’ve said it before I‘m only kidding myself As I fly store to store. Mac’s milk is still open For that I am thankful The fuel tank reads empty So I purchase a tankful. On to Banhauis, the jeweler My Chevy does roar I arrive but to find They're locking the door And then on to Walmart Their hours are extended Rip the crotch in my pants My wife fiesth mended To catch me a breather I stop off at Tim's This nightly tradition Is one of my whims. Embarrassed of course But still keep on rockin' 1100 dozen oranges Will help fill Jean’s stockin' Some silky attire I know that she needs But they’ll all be retumed In spite of my pleas To the Lions Club tree lot Beside Canadian Tire lean wants one that smells And doesn‘t catch fire. So I purchase a bra Three sizes too big I '11 feel more at ease In buyinga wig. I know she likes perfume Chanel N0. 5 One whiff of the good stuff And I know I’m alive. The Museum will close on December 24th for the holidays and will be open in the new year bl gaggintment gnly until the new building is completed Have you seen the most recent construction photos on our website? Check it out! MW Research appointments may still be possible, but must be reserm. The research fee is $6.00 including HST. 'Amasterfll fingerstyk 90W - Mm: Doors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville is now accepting volunteer applications for 2011. If you would like to help out as a volunteer for this event next June, please contact us at 905-727-8954 or wsmuseum@townofws.ca. NingintheNEWYEAIMMBESThAnlentertflmntin DOWNTOWN Stouffville! FRIDAY, JAN. 21 SUNDAY, JAN. 30 FRIDAY, FEB. 11 8:00 pm. . 2:00 pm. 8:00 pm. ANDY SHEPPARD i manunsxv l mu mu - 535 regular $30 subscriber - 518 student (Folk Serif!) 2010/2011 PROFESSIONAL SERIES Visit wwwminotoenonthoparkxa HOLIDAY AND 2011 HOURS to: Information about the rest of the 2010/2011 PROFESSIONAL SERIES lineup! Him a“ JUNO AWARDS hr Best (MW? Recording! - $20 regular - $17 subscriber - $10 student (Family SerieS) A Taurus would be ok The new Hyundai '5 a gem But I'm only kidding myself [brl know I'll be pedaling my old CCM. And come Om‘stmas mom 121 sure like to see A sparkling blue Malibu Parked under the tree. Big items are costly I cringe at the price Our Serta is sagging A new stove would be nice Even with a secret 6/49 Hidden deep in my wallet I realize the chance is slim That I will ever win it. So back home I collapse In a soft easy chair Winner of) National FRIDAY, FEB. 11 8:00 pm. [AIM BIAIJ (Iazsz'eS) MAW - 535 regular $30 subscriber - 518 student (1857) outside of Toronto ...was originally located on Vivian Road between Leslie and Woodbine became the Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum in 1971 ...was moved to the present location in 1979 .is restored to represent a classroom at the turn of the last century Bogarttown.... ...was named for John Bogart, Sr., who came to Whitchurch in the fall of 1802 8: ran a lumber mill ,..Bogart means 'orchard' or 'group of fruit trees' is believed to be the oldest brick schoolhouse DID 70” KNOW... THE mm SCHOOLHOUSE JOAN RIVERS: A PIECE OF WORK (14A, Dummy) 'Visually enthralling O my enchanting' - Toronto Star ' STARIJGH'I' CINEMA UPCOMING SCREENINGS Wednesday,hn.12 - 1m. Wednesday, Jan. 26 o 7 pm. Tickets: 5 7. 50 regular $5.00 member (manor) Annual Memberships“ $12 (ream member pridng for one year) Friends of Stadight Cinema: $100 Close my eym and murmur An inaudible prayer Lord, give me the strength To survive the confusion And help me endure This financial illusion. But itis still very worthwhile The filSS and the fright Meny Christmas to all And to all (gasp) a good night! Jim Thomas is a Stoufiville resident who has written for area newspapers for more than60years. When the big day arrives Seven grandkids come too The lineup will be long To get to the loo. (14A, Comedy, Wed) 'Convulslvdyflmny' -7heNewYorlemes (all filmsfumymr)