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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1986-10-22, Page 29PAGE 30. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 22, 1986. Blyth Festival plans fund-raising auction A gala dinner and fund-raising auction will be held on Saturday, November 8 in Blyth Memorial Hall, with proceeds going to the capital projects of the Blyth Festival. The evening begins at 6p.m. with a preview of the auction items and a buffet dinner consisting of pineapple or pear glazed chicken, spinach and tomato/cucumber salads, baked potatoes plus all the trimmings. The auction will begin at 8 p.m. under the gavel of auctioneer Richard Lobb. At the conclusion of the auction, dessert and coffee will be served to conclude the evening. The entire evening is licensed under a special Harvest Bonanza starts next week Would you like someone to take your dog for a walk? This is one of the sen,ices being offered for sale in the Silent Auction section of Blyth United Church’s Harvest Bonanza. As well many articles are for sale including quilts, bed spread, table cloths, Xmas cookies, wreaths, a baby section (sweaters, blankets, toys), an antique silver dish and many more. All these items are on display in Webster’s store this week. Those who want to bid can place a bid on one of the many items, then come to the church at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 1 to see if theirs is the highest bid. All money receiv­ ed wil’ gototheChurch projects (including missions). As well as the Silent Auction the Harves' Bonanza Committee hopes people will come to the Church and take advantage of the bargains and enjoy the fun. There will be “spooky specials’’ on Friday, Oct. 31 and the “Puff and Cup’’ on Saturday, Nov. 1. The dates of the Harvest Bonanza are Wednesday, Oct. 29 to Saturday, Nov. 1. 11 tables at Blyth euchre party Eleven tables were in play at the regular Monday night euchre party at Blyth Memorial Hall on Oct. 13. Pearl Bromley had the high score for the ladies while Miller Richmond had the high score for the men. Low lady was Rena Watt and low man was Hazel Reid of Londesboro playing as a man. Bernice McClin- chey had the most lone hands for the ladies and Len Shobbrook had the most lone hands for the men. Marian Haggitt of Auburn won the special prize. There is a euchre party every Monday night at 8 p.m. occasion permit and the cost is $10 per person in advance, or $ 12 at the door. The cost includes dinner, the auction and door prizes. Donations from area merchants, from performers and other em­ ployees of the Festival and from travel and tourism suppliers throughout the province are pour­ ing in. Here ’ s your chance to bid on the wedding dress from Cake- Walk or on the giant rocking horse ormasksfrom Lilly, Alta., or an opportunity to appear in a CBC drama. Or perhaps you would like to bid on the opportunity to sit in thecontrol room opposite Peter Gzowski and watch the live airing of CBC’s Morningside! Artwork, giftwares, hotel and restaurant packages, sports equipment and other merchandise just right for Christmas giving will complete theevening’sofferings. Acom- ST. JOSEPH’S & ST. MICHAEL’S Annual Social & Dance MUSIC BY Anytfiing Goes 1 Saturday, November 1 — Blyth Community Centre BUFFET LUNCH-EVERYONE WELCOME TICKETS$5.00PER PERSON AVAILABLE AT DOOR OR BYCALLING 523-4866 ••••••••••••••••« Otye Wtlje spirit Sea ttlnuin Baking by Special Order Call before 10 - ready by 4 •WHEATEN BREAD •ASSORTED MUFFINS-PIES •CHEESECAKES •FANCYSANDWICHES Available Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday Only Call Sheilla 523-4880 Phone 357 1630 for 24 hour movie information WINGHAM RALPH MACCHIO • PAT MORITA One more lesson ro shore. The Kid U Harvest Bonanza Blyth United Church October 29 to November 1 Used clothing: Oct. 29&30from2p.m.to8p.m. &Oct.31from2p.m.to5p.m. Annual bazaaropensat2p.m. on Nov. 1. Silent Auction-all4days. Bid boxes opened at3:30p.m. on Nov. 1 SPONSORED BYBLYTHU.C.W. Everyone Welcome LIMITMED RETURN ENGAGEMENT Two Days Only Fri. & Sat., Oct. 24-25 Twoshows each evening, 7p.m. &9p.m. “A terrific movie.” —Gene Siskel, CBS-TV, CNcago JAMES ELIZABETH LOWE MOORE BELLSH1 PERKINS “About last tiigl it Playing Sunday to Thursday Oneshow each evening at 8 p.m. plete listing of items will be available shortly before the auction date. The auction marks the beginn­ ing of a new capital fund-raising drive for the Festival, as after 12 years of operation, renovations and improvements to facilities are badly needed. The auction aud­ ience will also be presented with a preview of the Festival’s capital plans for the coming years. The last auction, held in March of 1984, raised more than $7,000for new drapes and lighting equipment. Auction co-ordinator Gayle Gundy is confident that this year ’ s auction will just be just as much fun, and just as successful. Tickets for the evening are available from any board member or from the box office by calling 523-9300/ 523-9225 between 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. from Monday to Friday. Advertising brings product information to you. CANADIAN ADVERTISING FOUNDATION uninpim; tIninuiiiiiiy^iiiimiiiimimtuuHLwiiiiuiiiiiuinu _------(PARK THEATRE I“M^ uudhnnrfhifciiiirfVmufr.......<*■■■■ LIMITED ENGAGEMENT - STARTS FRIDAY, OCT. 24th FRI.-SAT. 7 & 9; SUN. 2 & 7:30; MON.-THURS. 7:30 i From the Producers of The Hiding Place. Joni, and The Prodigal. In a split second, theirlives will change forever. A World Wide Pictures release in color Featuring BILLY GRAHAM with a message of hope. 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