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The Village Squire, 1981-10, Page 25Toronto and one of this country's top three calligraphers. It's an easy system to teach and learn. yet it's attractive. Aspiring and accomplished calligra- phers are handcuffed without proper supplies and materials. but Patrick eases that worry with her Classic Sign and Design Shop in Kincardine, considered one of the top calligraphy stores in eastern Canada. You don't flick your Bic with these people. Royal surge of power Britain's Royal wedding triggered a royal surge in power consumption across this province in the early hours of July 28. Ontario Hydro says that by 6 a.m. on that day of celebrated nuptials, power de- mands were about 300,000 kilowatts above normal. That's almost enough to supply the needs of a city the size of London (Ontario, that is). In the words of Hydro spokesman, "We haven't seen an increase like that since Tiny Tim got married on the Johhny Carson show." So you weren't the only one up at 5 a.m. to turn on the tube and tune in Charles and Lady Di. Blyth pVariety (](; Kitchen Cupboard Specializing in wicker furniture, accessories and gifts for all occasions Silk flower arrangements and flowers for the bridal party. A wide choice of wicker furniture in natural, brown and honey. We also have catalogues of wicker furniture to order from. Baby clothes, children's running shoes and clothing. Large variety of Hallowe'en masks. "Items for all Occasions" Open Mon. to Sat. 9 till 6 Fri. till 9 p.m. Queen St. Blyth 523-9221 ite marzliau '0 Of $c. Map "WHERE THE UNUSUAL IS USUAL" The GRAND CENTRAL HOTEL, built in 1847, was for decades a welcoming place to spend the night. Today it is a group of three connecting shops. What was once the lane for horses and buggies to reach the stable at the back is now a charming card and candle shop. The original bar is now the Ladies' Wear with its handcraft section. Browse on into the Gift Shop, once the dining room, where full use has been made of the charm of this old building. Many of the original antiques are used to display imports from around the world. COME VISIT US SOON! 150 QUEEN ST., ST. MARYS VILLAGE SQUIRE/OCTOBER 1981 PG. 19