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The Huron Expositor, 1997-05-21, Page 9Family Literacy Want to see some very happy children? Then be sure to attend the Family Literacy Festival. This annual celebration of reading will return to Clinton for the fourth year from May 27 -29th, and again promises to be an exciting and enter- taining event for children and adults alike. The Family Literacy Festival is a unique event which brings children, adults, storytellers, oputhors and musicians together for three days of entertainment and educ n. It's a great oppor- tunitto Tear, have fun and Ineet some favourite authors. Held annually at the Clinton Fair Grounds, the Literacy Festival is attended by thou- sands of school aged chil- dren, adults and families who enjoy musical entertainment and workshops with some of Canada's finest children's book authors. Again this year school aged children from throughout Huron County will attend a Festival returns half-day session at the Literacy Festival. Last year more than 3,800 school aged children registered for the event. The event is organized so that each child will see an author and attend a work- shop. Workshops are held in 10 Targe covered tents and run at 40 minute intervals begin- ning at 9:30 a.m. and again at 12:30 p.m. after lunch. Along with the daytime pro- grams, on Thursday, May 29th an evening family show will be held in the Clinton Arena. The hour-long show will feature entertainers Rob Neves and Peter Snell. This 7 p.m. show is for the entire family and is presented free of charge. All events held during the Literacy Festival are free to the general public although schools pay a registration fee for each child to help offset the cost of staging the event. For more information about the Family Literacy Festival call 482-5214. PHOTO BY DAVID SCOTT ANNE OF GREEN GABLES - Leah Craig, left, sings a song in the lead role of Anne for the St. James School Spring Concert performed May 12 by students from Grades 5 to 8. There were two performances of the play. TIN NUMMI WOSITOrl, Wirt 11•107-0 Advance polls If you can't vote on election day, Monday, June 2, you may vote at the advance polls. The advance polls will be open on Friday, May 23, Saturday, May 24, and Monday, May 26, from noon to 8:00 p.m. See your Confirmation of Registration notice for the address where you can vote. If your name is not yet on the voters list, you can still register and vote at the advance polls or on polling day. Remember to bring identification that shows your name, address and signature. For more information, call Elections Canada at 1 -800 -INFO -VOTE (1-800-463-6868) TTY/TDD: 1-800-361-8935 Internet: http://www.elections.ca 14°- t,(0)40,0( 11111111 Canada Elections Elections Canada Elections Canada Is the non-partisan agency responsible for the conduct If you know someone who has difficulty reading, please explain the contents of federal elections and referendums. of this advertisement. HURON TRAINING AND LABOUR COALITION SPRING MEETING MAY 271 1997 8:30 am to 4:00 pm Knox Presbyterian Church Groups and Businesses interested in community and labour market issues are invited to attend. Afternoon Seminars include: •Using the Internet As A Business Tool •Labour Market Needs •Effective Presentations •ISO 9000: The Global Standard for Quality Management Systems •Employer Programs and Services In Huron County •Utilizing Contract Workers •Customer Service •Learning In The Workplace For more information, please contact the Huron County Planning and Development Department 519-524-2188 Advance polls If you can't vote on election day, Monday, June 2, you may vote at the advance polls. The advance polls will be open on Friday, May 23, Saturday, May 24, and Monday, May 26, from noon to 8:00 p.m. See your Confirmation of Registration notice for the address where you can vote. If your name is not yet on the voters list, you can still register and vote at the advance polls or on polling day. Remember to bring identification that shows your name, address and signature. For more information, call Elections Canada at 1 -800 -INFO -VOTE (1-800-463-6868) TTY/TDD: 1-800-361-8935 Internet: http://www.elections.ca 14°- t,(0)40,0( 11111111 Canada Elections Elections Canada Elections Canada Is the non-partisan agency responsible for the conduct If you know someone who has difficulty reading, please explain the contents of federal elections and referendums. of this advertisement.