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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1997-05-21, Page 24PAGE 24. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, MAY 21, 1997 Jamming Musicians and music lovers from miles in all directions converged in Blyth on Sunday for the annual Fiddle Jamboree, held in the arena auditorium. Ralph Weigel from Goderich takes his turn at the microphone getting the audience onto the dance floor with his two-tapping renditions. Child Find Jr. Farmers^ neiv charity Tenor gives Grand performance At their recent Annual Meeting in Peterborough, the Junior Farmers Association of Ontario (JFAO) selected Child Find Ontario as their provincial charity for their 1997-1998 year. The JFAO is a 1,400-member organization of young people committed to "building future rural leaders through self-help and community betterment." With 1,200 volunteers serving in 21 chapters throughout the province, Child Find Ontario is Canada's largest, oldest and most comprehensive charity dedicated to the recovery of missing children and to helping reduce the tragic incidence of abducted, lost and missing children through education and prevention programs. Ail of Child Find's programs and services are offered free of charge and are endorsed by the Ontario, Association of Chiefs of Police. The new partnership officially got underway in the month of May, with the launch of Child Find's annual "Green Ribbon of Hope" Effectiveness varies Continued from page 19 of time a repellent remains effective varies with the level of active ingredients, thoroughness of application and type of outdoor activity. "To get the most out of your repellent, apply a light, even coating of repellent to any exposed skin, as areas left untreated - even as small as a dime - continue to be susceptible to bites." adds Surgeoner. In Canada, the most fearsome mosquitoes and black flies are in wilderness areas and in the far northern reaches of the country, places where Canada's bug popula­ tion earned its infamous reputation. Though more of a concern south of the border, mosquitoes occasionally campaign. The Green Ribbon of Hope, created by the staff and students of Holy Cross Secondary School in St. Catharines after the tragic abduction of Kristen French was given to Child Find after her death to use as a symbol of hope for all missing children everywhere. "We are delighted by this partner­ ship. The energy and enthusiasm of the Junior Farmers, will help our Child Find volunteers raise public awareness and funds and communi­ cate vital information about child safety to rural areas of the province," said Jackie Cutrnore, executive director of Child Find Ontario. "Traditionally each year the JFAO chooses a charity to support. In Child Find we see not only the opportunity to support a great cause, but also an opportunity for many of our members to get hands- on involvement," said Sandi Brander, president of the Junior Farmers Association of Ontario. "It has the potential of a great partnership." carry encephalitis that can infect humans, and is responsible for heartworm in dogs. It's worth remembering, though, that the swarms of May are only the first of four potential waves of biting insects. As some species of mosquito die off, others are just getting ready to emerge to start the cycle all over again. Canadians can expect to see three waves from June to September. And with Mother Nature continuing to co­ operate with the mosquitoes, by continually dispatching damp conditions to extend the breeding seasons, all the waves can blend together to make the big Kahuna - the mammoth spring-summer mosquito and black fly wave. A Canadian tenor, touted to have one of the world's most glorious voices will be performing with Orchestra London, June 19, at the Grand Theatre. John McDermott, known for his lyrical tenor voice and warm per­ sonality, along with Orchestra Lon­ don will be the centrepiece of a fundraising event "Music Reigns- The Gala". McDermott made an astonishing rise to the top in just five years after being discovered by Conrad Black during a private singing engagement. Black assisted McDermott in ful­ filling his dream for an album and from there, his star continued its rise. His first album went double platinum and he received numerous Juno award nominations for his subsequent releases. The London gala marks the debut of an annual fundraising part­ nership between Orchestra London and King's College. The 8 p.m. concert will feature traditional and contemporary Celtic ballads. A pre-concert reception will offer live music by Lord Stanley's String Quartet, complimentary hors d'oeu­ Stories of ’50s can take actors back Continued from page 23 collective process where the actors need to immerse themselves in the time period of the late 1940s and early 50s. They need to meet and talk to people with memories of those days and especially anecdotes about the unusual ways people responded to the Temperance Act and prohibition measures. This would include such things as "bottle Clubs", bootleggers and other ways to obtain alcohol," explains Thompson. vres and wine and live and silent auctions. Reserved seats are $75 (including a $30 tax receipt) and may be pur­ chased by call the Orchestra Lon­ don sales office at 519-679-8778. If you can assist, call the Festival at (519) 523-4345; fax 523-9804; write Box 10, Blyth N0M 1H0; or e-mail blyth.festival@odyssey.on.ca. Anonymity is assured upon request. Sponsored by Petro Canada and CKNX FM 102, Booze Days promises to be another rousing good time in the collective tradition. Ticket prices range from $6 to $20. Money-saving coupon packages are also still available by calling the Box Office at (519) 523- 9300.