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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1977-12-08, Page 19HURON COUNTRY PLAYHOUSE SUBSCRIPTION TICKETS MAKE ENTERTAINING CHRISTMAS GIFTS Subscription tickets cost $27.00 and are good for six admissions at any time during the 1978 Summer Season. You can detach the six tickets and give them to friends as singles or in pairs...plus, you'll get one extra bonus ticket free. That's a total saving of $15,00 over regular admission on prices. AVAILABLE IN GRAND BEND THROUGH BERT ALBERTSON — TELEPHONE 238-8038 Priced Right For Christmas . . . FIRST QUALITY KNITWEAR AT SUBSTANTIAL SAVINGS From The SWEATER SHOP Santa Claus Parade Special 10% OFF Marked Price ON ALL Men's and Ladies Sweaters ANNUAL CHRISTMAS CHORAL CONCERT AT GRAND BEND PUBLIC SCHOOL Sunday Dec. 11 2:30 p.m. Featuring the Huronia Choir Guest Soloist Roberta Walker 35 Member Children's Choir Adults 1.25 Children .75 Family of 4 or over 3.50 Door Prize Turkey Donated By The Tender Spot Proceeds to Grand Bend Art Studio SA NTA CLAUS PARADE In Grand Bend Sat., Dec. 10 at 2 pjn. Featuring The Sea Cadets and Colour party Band H.M.C.S. Courageous. * Sponsored by Grand Bend and area Chamber of Commerce * Candy bags for the children at the public school following the parade. * Check Grand Bend merchants for bargains — parade day. * All floats and clowns welcome. * Prizes. For Information Cal/ Dennis Mothers 238-2441. is RUBBER UNDERPAD (A 2.50 Saving Per Sq. Yd.) • Yes, free underpad with every purchase of 16 sq. yd. or more of carpet from Grand Bend Decorating. (Specially marked sale carpets not in- cluded. , GUARANTEED INSTALLATION FOR CHRISTMAS 111.11111111 II \ NOTICE VILLAGE OF GRAND BEND Notice is hereby given to property owners neighbouring the Village of Grand Bend Grand Bend Council are holding a series of public meetings at Grand Bend Town Hall 7:30 p.m. the schedule i$ as follows Property owners in Bosartquet portion of Southcott Pines Friday, Dec. 9,1977 Property owners in Oakwood, Hwy. #21 n. (Stephen Twp.) Friday, Jan, 6, 1978 Property owners in Pinedale Van Dongeri, Hwy. #21s, (Bosanquet rwsp.) Purpose of the isnFireidYeatinsgjan. t2, o7 discuss merits and demerits of boundary adiustments. Any person who is unable to attend is invited to submit written comments. Signed rancl G Bend Council SATURDAY ONLY tk ALL SALES FINAL 0 to 5:30,1150ily..'". 1,6 Main St., Grand EI4-nd 238-8007 SWEATER SHOP FACTORY OUTLET FELT MATERIAL $21057 BORG FABRIC * CHRISTMAS TABLE AND Waha" TREE DECORATIONS * MT WRAP * CHRISTMAS CANDLES for Crofts • Novelty Toys Always an rev Ideal Gift THE BASE FACTORY OUTLET P5S5:SARIZIWEBSEX5IIIIAMIR:41:APFATOSASSWAVAP:AgONII;XPANSSX5AZSAWAYagAgSmaTTIZPSAPAI*SNYZAP5SPAYaFAIMOWS5IPAWSPrizGADYITIWISEASEROS NEW HOUR UST A g" 41119#4111 AT • "the Store that Saves You More" MEN'S - BOYS' - LADIES' - GIRLS' and BABY'S WEAR - YARD GOODS POUND GOODS - GROCERIES SEWING MACHINES LOCATED ON HWY NO. a SOUTH OT CLINTON AT VANASTRA Checking Your Gift List? Bring It In and lot us help you check it off! • PARKAS S.M-L BROWN & NAVY, WITH FLEECED HOOD SIZES S-1144.-XL QUILTED $8 97 QUILTED WITH BRUSHED WELCH 92" x1141" $6•971"$ 1 1 097 40 111 110•YD. tURISSEUICPEOVAMAtatfiMPAIOS31947niMUZAPiSOSA*33101310A31/Aaut0151tAMIVO,40$0151IttAWAVO&1144•Allt$01:09$S191&•:A9100101M19M*101 BEAVER BLANKETS MEN'S NYLON WE HAVE A HUGE SELECTION Or "STOCKING STUFFER" toys" A AND • • "SCHOOL EXCHANGE GIFTS" • 49 4 T.$1. 98 • MEN'S & LADIES' TIMEX WATCHES NOW 10% OFF LADIES' HOUSECOATS g "FUN FUR" v iO.Yo. 1 . g *X=SrZYTA;A)IISS Monday-Saturday , 10 A.M. -9 P.M. Sunday 12 NOON -6 P.M. 9 6 WIN ALHAMBRA PRIZES = At a recent meeting the three winners in the Alhambra draw received their prizes of $1,000 each. Above, draw chairman Tony Relouw makei the presentations to Ross Smith, Embro; Mrs. Mary Moser, Parkhill and Frieda and Bob Neath, Harriston. Hurondale Institute fete several district groups Tirries.AcIvocate, pecember 8, 1977 Ppg. 19 Playhouse bazaar success, church people busy The Playhouse Theatre Guild annual tea and bazaar was held Saturday at the home of Marney and Don Brown, in Southcott Pines. A large number of guests attended. The Brown home was a fairyland of twinkling lights and garlands of evergreens, Christmas trees and wreaths. The bazaar area held a quantity of attractive articles Offered for sale. The baking table groaned with products from the kitchens of members and friends. Hand work and crafts were in abundance, including a large section of stuffed dolls and animals. A book corner held tables of books - new books - many best sellers. A "Boutique Noel," corner of, "This and That articles", and a table of Christmas plants. During the afternoon, theatre season tickets, hasty notes and Guild cook books were available. Dave Sheppard, played Christmas music during the afternoon in the tea are,. A robe and matching nightie, donated by Lottie Ii,off, of London was won by Phyl Wilkins of London. Mrs. Bill Amos, Parkhill, Mrs. Jack Riddell, Dashwood, and Mrs. Lorne Henderson, Oil Springs, poured tea and coffee during the afternoon. The Guild executive would like to thank all members, friends and neighbours, who were responsible for making this project the success that it was. Couples Club The Grand Bend Couples Club met Saturday evening at the United church with 22 in at- tendance, when they all enjoyed a Christmas turkey supper with all The November meeting of Hurondale W.I. was held November 30 at Usborne Central school, entertaining members from Kippen Hensall and Seaforth, Mary Rowcliffe chaired the program for the agriculture and canadian Industries committee, Fern Dougall gave the motto "Support Canadian products and Canadian Industries will support you", Erlma Keller played piano Pentecostal ladies elect The December meeting of the W.M,C. of Exeter Pentecostal Tabernacle was held at the church. After carols and an opening prayer, the roll call was an- swered with a Bible verse per- taining to Christmas. Year-end reports were presented, and the officers for the coming year were elected. They are: President - Mrs. Keith McLaren, Vice President - Mrs. Eldon Millar, Secretary - Mrs. Don Reynolds, Treasurer - Mrs. Cliff Blanchard. "Secret Sister" gifts were exchanged, and new names drawn. Husbands then joined their wives and all present en- joyed a turkey dinner and an evening of fellowship. The Women's Missionary Counsel from the Exeter Pen- tescostal Church gathered at the home of Mrs. Meina Eizenga, November 24. Mrs. Keith McLaren presided over the service. Mrs. Bruce Cann led in the singing of the hymn "Honey in the Rock." Mrs. Milford Prouty opened the meeting in prayer. They also sang hymn "All That Thrills My Soul." The chorus was sung "Isn't He Wonderful." The roll call was taken by Mrs. Don Reynold and answered by a scripture verse on "Drink". The business was transacted. It was decided to send a Christmas missionary box to home missionaries. Mrs. Estrella Finkbeiner gave a missionary reading and Miss Marion McLean gave a Missionary message about God and Betty Bridgeman and her work in Angola in Africa, Lunch was served by the hostess and Mrs. Cecil Kipfer, and Mrs. Don Reynold, Miller lighting the second candle, a purple one, "Purple is the symbolic colour of Penitence." A short dedication service followed of new Church doors, Which were purchased from the proceeds of the Grand Bend U.C. Memorial Fund. Also dedicated was a silver serving plate, presented to the church by Rev, and Mrs. Earl Burr, in memory of Mrs, Burr's parents, Mr. & Mrs, Garnet Patterson, Rev. H. Morre's sermon text was, "They knew him not," and Instrumental and Alma Etherington gave current events and told of a recent trip her and her husband had taken to England. Visiting many places of interest. Also their son and family living there. Jean Pooley gave humorous readings. Fern Dougall introduced Jean Johnston of Carlingford, who gave an interesting talk on a trip she had taken to Labrador in search of material for a book she is composing. Jean Mills gave report of the District executive meeting in Hensall. The district annual, is to be he1d the third Thursday in May, 1978. Plans are being made, for the 75th anniversary of district Institutes on May 6, 1978. Christmas and other crafts were on display and commented on by their makers. Draws were held and won by By MISS JEAN COPELAND Mrs. Wilfred Lemieux and Rosemary of Capreol spent the weekend with Mr, & Mrs. Fred Parkinson, Margaret and Janet, Mrs. Kate Carriotti returned home after spending two months with the Parkinsons. Rev. & Mrs. John P. Cooke, Thamesford visited Friday with Mr. & Mrs. George Wheeler and Mrs. John Butters, White Gift service was held Sunday morning during the church hour. The gifts along with a bale of used clothing were sent to the Saugeen Indian Reserve at Southampton. The Friendship and Visitation committee of Hensall United Church packed and delivered 28 parcels on. Tuesday morning, December 6 under the ladership of Mrs. Audrey Christie. Charles Mickle, Hamilton spent the weekend and Mr, & Mrs. Ross MacMillan, Tom and Anne, Waterloo, William Mickle, Exeter and Mrs. Florence Joynt visited Sunday with Mrs. Laird Mickle. Mr. & Mrs. Dick Grace, Kim and Scott, Burlington, Mr. & Mrs. Don MacLaren, Jodi, Brooke, Oakville were recent visitors with Mrs. Bertha MacGregor, the trimmings. During clean up time, several practiced for the Christmas concert play. A gift exchange was enjoyed, Couples in charge of this meeting were Ralph arid Marie McKinnon, Morley and Millie Desjardine, Harley and Elaine Moore. Mark Advent The United church Observed the second Sunday in Advent, Sunday morning, with Glen choir anthem was was, "The Light of Christ." Upcoming events at the United church are as follows, the general U.C.W. meeting, December 13, at 8:00 p.m, with •all annual reports to -be received, 'The Grand Bend Carol Service will be held at the church on Wedneida3, evening,' December 21. The Grand Bend U.C. Christmas Concert will be Friday evening, December 9, at the church, beginning at 7:45 p.m, Mrs. Alex McGregor, Kippen, Ilene Mathers, Hurondale, Mrs, Albert Alexander, Hensall, Mrs. Lorne Chapman, Seaforth. Mrs. Al Hogarth, Kippen East thanked the ladies. The December meeting is to be held at Usborne school, December 13. Bible Study each Wednesday evening at the United Church at 8:00 p.m. The Pastoral Charge Christ- mas Eve Service will be held this year at Greenway U.C., December 24 at 7:30. Ladies Meet The regular monthly meeting of St. John's Anglican ladies group was held at the Parish hall, Thursday afternoon, The future activities of the group were under discussion - with a pot luck supper in January and some other spring affairs. There will be a Carol service on December 18, at 7:30 p.m. in the Anglican church, followed by refreshments served by the St. John ladies group. Tea and cake were enjoyed at the end of the meeting. At Seminar Five couples from Church of God and friends, attended a Family life seminar, in McIVIoran auditorium in Port Huron, Friday evening and Saturday. Speakers were Dr. and Mrs. Tim La Haye. Mr. & Mrs. John Steckle, of Dashwood were; presented with a token of appreciation, as being host couple for the area. Rev. John Campbell, attended a provincial committee meeting, Monday, a t Church of God in Kitchener. ' Orpha Club Meets The annual Christmas party and pot luck supper, of the Orpha Club was held Thursday night at the Village Inn, with 28 in at- tendance. All the shower gifts, of hand made toys, clothing and etc, were on display, which will go to Lambton County Childrens Aid at Sarnia. After dinner a sing song of Christmas carols was enjoyed. During the social time they played court whist and winners were Shirley Pole and Marge Mason. Next meeting to be held January 17 at the home of 'Mrs. W.F.B. MacLaren.