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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1991-03-20, Page 23THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20, 1991. PAGE 23. Trashy play comingEntertainment Moving day It was moving day Thursday at the Blyth Branch of the Huron County Library. Books were moved from the old library to the expanded branch at Memorial Hall. Blyth Branch Supervisor Pat Brigham (left) and Huron County Librarian Beth Ross pile books on the floor because the shelving had just arrived and hadn’t been installed. The Library opened for business in its new location on Tuesday. Folk music trio at Blyth Sat, Folk music from the west makes its way to the stage in Blyth when Natural Elements, a talented group of musicians performs on Saturday, March 23 at 8 p.m. at Blyth Memorial Hall for one night only, “Natural Elements” performs an exciting variety of folk music, Province supports county studies Cook confirms Municipal Affairs Minister Dave Cooke has reaffirmed the provincial government’s support for the local government studies being under­ taken in several Ontario counties. In a letter to the leaders of study committees in 11 counties, Mr. Cooke said: “I strongly support the county study process and look forward to working with the muni­ cipalities in the county system to bring about strong county govern­ ments that are well positioned to provide the services that will be required for the 1990s.” The Minister wrote the letter following a January 31 meeting with committee leaders. During that meeting, the committee lea­ ders raised questions about the government’s intentions with re­ spect to the studies. Mr. Cooke applauded the com­ mittees’ work, saying they have developed a number of innovative and farsighted ideas. He said he hopes comprehensive proposals for Bd. of Ed. accepts tenders A tender from Allidon Construc­ tion in the amount of $144,800 for the completion of alterations to the CHSS music room and electronics shop was accepted by HCBE at the March 4 meeting. The money is to be taken from the special allocation and from portions of a 1991 Ministry of Education capital allocation totall­ ing $160,000. Up to $60,000 of this project could be eligible for special capital grant consideration. However, it was noted by Paul Carroll Superintendent of Opera­ tions for HCBE, that all compo­ nents of the work may not be able beginning with a strong Canadian repertoire including tunes by Stan Rogers and ending in beautiful harmonies with a subtle Celtic influence. Material is also drawn from the American tradition, using guitars, mandolin, dulcimer and bass, with exotic instruments being county government reform will emerge from the studies. Many county councils asked for help from the Ministry of Munici­ pal Affairs to undertaken studies after two separate provincial stud­ ies identified several problems with today’s system of county govern­ ment. The provincial studies found that the current system, unchanged in more than 140 years, makes it difficult for counties to provide the many services people demand to­ day. County studies are currently under way, with assistance from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs, in the counties of Bruce, Dufferin, Kent. Northumberland, Peter­ borough. Prescott and Russell, Prince Edward. Simcoe, Victoria and Wellington. The County of Huron is undertaking a study on its own. Several other counties are prepared to start studies as soon as Ministry assistance can be made available. to be completed due to budget limitations. Eight representatives from the bidding companies were present when the bids were opened. Huron County Board of Education accept­ ed the tender of G.D.L. Construc­ tion in the amount of $53,000 to add a canopy to the exterior of the auto shop, a fire exit and science lab modifications at South Huron Dis­ trict High School. The board also accepted the tender of G.D.L. Construction in the amount of $23,000 for wash­ room modifications at Central Hur­ on Secondary School according to board policy. played such as the bouzouki, pennywhistle and bhodran. Formed in 1985, the group is one of the foremost folk ensembles in the growing Vancouver folk scene. Like many bands touched by the traditional sounds of Ireland, Scot­ land and Wales, “Natural Ele­ ments” twists and bends the tradition to create something new, including a sultry jazz version of the Irish classic, “She’s Like the Swallow”. “Our harmonies evoke a range of old-fashioned honest emo­ tions” says performer Earle Peach of “Natural Elements”. “While rock poqnds on about adolescent ennui, our music looks deep into the soul of people like you and me.” “Natural Elements” features Alex Chisholm, Earle Peach, Jenni­ fer West and Albert Klassen. In the past year alone, this folk ensemble have enjoyed major performances at the Mission Folk Festival, the Winter Roots Music Festival in Vancouver, on American Public Television and the C.B.C. As well, their tours of western Canada, and Ontario have won enthusiastic aud­ iences everywhere they’ve travell­ ed. Natural Elements brings their beautiful harmonies to the stage at Blyth Memorial Hall on Saturday, March 23 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $15.00 each (not including G.S.T.). A limited number of tickets are on sale now at the Blyth Festival Box Office 523-9300. Hi Terry Happy Birthday Remember this? March 22 Love Mom, Paul, Debbie, Jennifer and Brendan Direct from Vancouver, British Columbia, Green Thumb Theatre brings a new environmental play to Blyth Memorial Hall on Saturday, March 30 at 2 p.m. “Land of Trash” is a special show for children aged 3 to 10 years old. Two young explorers, Nuke and Stryder, complete with cos­ tumes and colourful paraphernalia from the 21st century, are scaveng­ ing for articles to trade for food in the city, they soon discover some­ thing they have never seen before - green plants and clean water. These rare treasures are carefully tended by an old man who remem­ bers a time before trash and chemical wastes poisoned the earth. The question is, how will they protect them in a thirsty and plantless world? Where does our garbage go? Is there enough room on planet earth for us and our garbage? “Land of Trash” looks at the long-term consequences of environmental pollution and brings home our need to care for the living things which share our planet. Written by Ottawa playwright Ian Tamblyn, “Land of Trash” suggests to children how they can take an active role in protecting their environment. Ian Tamblyn is well known in the world of Cana­ dian performing arts. Currently writer-in-residence at the Great Canadian Theatre Company in he is author of several plays for children, and is especially known for his contribution to the Canadian music scene. Visually rich and complemented by a dram­ atic soundscape by Mr. Tamblyn, the play captures the imagination of children while delivering its message in an entertaining way. Tickets are $6.50 each. 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