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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1985-10-09, Page 17A friendly discussion proves beneficial Resort chamber, At the first October meeting of the Grand Bend council a delegation from the Chamber of Commerce attended with favorable results. In front of fellow members and two concerned residents, chamber presi- dent Gene Grenier, complimented council first on the newly constructed Times -Advocate, October 9, 1985 Page 3A counell dlseuss areas for tillage Iinprovement sign in front of the municipal -building. He said that it made the community corner something to be proud of. Reeve Bob Sharen replied not to forget that the sign was a joint effort of council and the chamber. Grenier announced that $12,000.00 had been made from this year's Burgerfest, down $6000.00. He went on to compare this annual event to the Cavalcade, which London city holds, stating positively, that there will always be some complaints following any event. If council and the chamber work together, it could turn out to be a successful time, he added. SPECIAL VISITOR — Grand Bend is honored to welcome Yoshiaki Taniguchi, from Kyoto, Japan to the public school on the International Internship Program until the end of December this year. Pictured on the left is teacher Brian .Morrice, Allen Wells, Director of Education for the Lambton County Board, Yoshiaki Taniguchi; and Principal Norm MacPherson. The 26 -year-old Japan native is staying with the Morrice family in Southcott Pines, and will travel to the Hyde Park School for two weeks of his visit here, then he moves on- to Geraldton, until August 1986. With the local churches Catholic news Father Morrissey was the celebrant at all Masses this weekend. His ser- mon was taken from the reading in Genesis, the creation of Adam and Eve. God designed man and woman to be partners together in life; two equal partners who share their love, joy, sadness, money, children and home. The other major partnerships in our lives are even more important and apply to all of us, especially bet- ween Christ and ourselves, as we become brothers in Christ. Congratulations and welcome to the Catholic community is extended to Daryn Stanley Pachlarz, the ,son of Stan and Antoinette Pachlarz, who was baptized this past week. Father Morrissey wishes to thank the choir, organist, altar boys, and the members of the CWL who donated and served the food at the two VILLAGE OF GRAND BEND NOTICE Garbage pickup once a week (Mon- day) commencing Monday, October 21, 1985. Dianne Mollard Clerk funerals Saturday. That's what builds a parish community, the willingness to help each other. CWL ladies, remember the Deanery meeting coming up at St. Joseph's in Stratford on October 16. Contact the president, Thea Stokker- mans, and please plan to attend. There will be a Thanksgiving Mass on Monday October 14 at 9 a.m. to thank God for His special -blessings, so reserve some time for prayer and , worship. Last week's event in St. Mary's pro- ved very popular among the COR generation of teens, as well as recruiting new people for the upcom- ing COR on October 18-20. There are Still 22 vacancies for boys, while the girls' places are nearly filled, so fellows, let's not be afraid to become involved! Finally, thanks to the members of our Parish who went on the bus, pro- vided by the Knights of Columbus in Parkhill, to the rally in Toronto for the rights of the unborn. It's a perfect expression of your Faith! United Church Remember, there are spaces left in each of these groups to enter your son, for a chance to make new friends, learn new skills, go camping, and give him wonderful memories of his boyhood to Last a lifetime! World Wide Communion Day was celebrated at the Grand Bend United Church Sunday. Rev. R. Peebles' ser- mon topic was "Why?" He asked the congregation what communion meant to them, and why are the Cross and the emblems of communion impor- tent to them? Rev. Peebles said that communion marks the renewal of our vows to Jesus, not to one specific Grand Bend and Area Chamber of Commerce presents Grand Bend's Farmer's Market October 12, 1985 10:00 a.m. 5 p.m. ON GRAND BEND'S MAIN STREET Crofts, Fruits and Vegetables, Baking and Merchant Wares October Hop Dance sponsored by Grand Bend Lions and lioness clubs. Proceeds to community projects 9:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. AT GRAND BEND LEGION Music by TRACES 57.50 per person Lot r Lunch Provided Thanksgiving Weekend Of Fall Sweaters Large assortment of new arrivals - patterns and plains, pullovers and cardigans Priced for savings as is entire stock of fall sportswear at20% .ff regular price Open Mon. - Sat. 10 - S Sun. 1 - 5 Closed Wednesday e sun sshop 83 MAIN STREFT — GR.IND RENt) — 238.2511 church. The scriptureswere read byMorely Desjardine. The choir anthem was "For Those Tears He Died". The con- gregation welcomed new members Tom and Lorna Hindle, who have transferred their membership from Parwood United Church, in Don Mills, Toronto. The children's story was about labels. Jsut as jars of preserves are labelled we are labelled by who we are, what we are, and the lives we ac- tually live. Flowers were placed at the foot of the Cross in loving memory of the grandchild of Cecil and Eleanor Des- jardine. The door greeters for this Sunday were Millie Kane and Dianne Rice. The ushers were Alan Walperf and Sid Durie. Church of God Since this was the first Sunday in the month of October, the opening ex- ercises for the Sunday School were held in the auditorium of the church. Mrs. Deanna MacGregor opened in prayer. Laurie Steckles led in a singsong of choruses, accompanied on the piano be Michelle Vincent. Following that, everyone went to their respective classes. Mrs. John Steckle assisted Mrs. Barnhart, the pastor's wife, in the morning service. Lori Vincent presid- ed at the piano and accompanied her mother, Mrs. Harold Vincent in her special number. Mrs. Barnhart delivered a very inspiring, infor- mative message, in the absence of her husband. The theme was "Faith, Trust and Belief". The message in the evening service was also given by Mrs. Barnhart. Lori Vincent presided at the piano. Mrs. Barnhart was assisted by Mrs. Morley Desjardine, who led the sing- ing and also accompanied her son, Richard in a lovely solo. "Best wishes, Richard." Don't forget the young people's meeting on Wednesday at 7 p.m. with Bible study and prayer at 8 p.m. Mt. Carmel parents plan Members of the executive of the Mt. Carmel school PTA met with their new principal Laurie Kraftcheek, Thursday evening. They discussed nominations for a new slate of of- ficers, to be voted upon at the next general PTA meeting, to be held Oc- tober 10 at 8 p.m. in the school. The parents will also have the op- portunity to meet the teachers. Mr. Kraftcheck will try to arrange for a speaker, Officer John Mashall of the OPP who will discuss the various school awareness, bus safety and "saying NO to strangers". The executive also discussed for- thcoming events fqr the school, the Winter Fun day in the Pinery, the fun night in May, and an outdoor games day. Mr. Kraftcheck outlined his plans for the school to participate more ac- tively in the Science Fair during Education Week, and afternoon and evening Christmas concert and a Spring concert. He will also be en- couraging field trips as part of the enrichment programs. Everyne agreed, itis shaping up to be a good year, so come out to the meeting October 10. Other issues Grenier addressed council on were noise bylaws, park- ing problems and the upkeep of the beach. In regards to the noise bylaw, it was mentioned that if each and every business was well-informed at the beginning of the year about these noise bylaws, maybe this problem could be avoided. It was made clear that council not only went after noise from outside patios, but from other establishments as well. Sharen com- mented that the village has been very good about warning offenders first. Grenier mentioned that he had received complaints about the village bathhouse loudspeaker being too loud on the beach. Businessman Erin Schottroff confirmed Grenier's plea, as he said that several tourists told him that they had to move to avoid this annoying speaker. Clerk Dianne Mollard made a note for a recommen- dation to be made regarding this matter. What about Grand Bend as a four - season community? Chamber member Barb Southcott asked "What are we going to do when we get all these people here?" "The accom- modations in Grand Bend are very good and this will bring the people back," answered Grenier. As the businesses grow, in time more ac- commodations would be added. It was discussed that each business could remove their own snow from sidewalks in front of their stores. Under the Municipal Act, if this was not done, a penalty in the form of a fine could be imposed on each and every occurrence when the snow was not cleared. Sharen said that certain busy areas, like 81 Crescent, would still be a village concern. Everyone agreed. Grenier felt that it was also a chamber concern, to support council when the beach is posted due to pollu- tion. The Ministry of Environment should be petitioned to notify these il- legal dumpers, hopefully to alleviate some of to reoccuring problems. In conclusion Grenier made a sug- gestion that prior to the May 24 weekend, a newsletter be sent to all resort merchants and employees, ad- vising them to keep their own vehicles off the main street. This would ease some of the parking porblem en- countered during .the busy summertime. Sharen believed that parking could be alieviated by a designated parking area, such as along Main Street and Government Road. Grenier added that some of this parking problem is good advertising for Grand Bend. In helping to keep the beach clean, the chamber would like to join coun- cil in the fund-raising for a proper beach chamber. Councillor Denis Snider asked Grenier if the chamber would be willing to construct a ther- mometer to record all the donations? "We'd be glad to". Total donations are now over the $4000.00 mark. Finally Grenier stated that he would like to see a liasion with coun- cil to better this community, and he hoped to see everyone at the chambers' October 15 meeting. It's a slow process but, I think it's positive! In correspondence from the Grand Bend Public School, Principal Norm MacPherson wrote regarding vehicles blocking the sidewalk in front of the school. Council decided to inform MacPherson that bumperstrips would be installed on a trial basis. In the past, vehicles con- tinue to pull up on the sidewalk, forc- ing pedestrians to walk on the grass or behind these cars. Council went in -camera for a ses- sion on some personnel matters and then adjouarned at 10:50 p.m. 100 KM. CLUB — These students from Grand Bend Public School participated in a recent kilometer run to raise funds for school activities. Completing over 100 kms. are in -the front left to right 112 - SimonDesjardine,113 - Jason Clay, 111 - Eric Clay, 120 - Mark Mollard, 101 - Troy Stellingwerff, centre row 131' = Trent Stellingwerff, 100 - Chantelle Crabe, 109 - Jeff Bumstead, 114 - Bobby Mollard, 112 - Keith Crawford, 100 - Sarah Patterson. Back row, 113 - Brad Page, 114 - Dave Maguire, 131 - Cullen Kobe, 115 - Steve Chapdelaine, 108 - Jason Desjardine, teacher Carole Armbruster, and 107 - Mike Clay. These students range from Grades 2,4,5,6 and 7 and the school's total was 5,470 kilos. First concert approaches On Wednesday, October 30 the Grand Bend and area music lovers will start the new season with a pro- mising program for flute and piano, performed by the celebrated Devo- nian Duo, Alberta's Susan Hoeppner and Robert Kortgaard. This talented duo made their debut in New York at the Town Hall. The New York Times critic praised their "cool confidence", "refreshing Ex- troversion", and their "joyous aban- don". Audiences praised their fresh and exciting approach to programm- ing which spans the music from Bach to the Suite for Flute and Jazz Piano by the popular French composer, Claude Bolling. Since winning the Grand Prize of the 1983 Canadian Music Competition, Susan Hoeppner, one of the mostpro- mising flutists Canada has produced in recent years, has performed recitals in Canada, South America, and Europe. She has also performed as guest soloist with the Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra. Pianist Robert Kortgaard, also a CMC grand prize winner and graduate from Juillard School of Music, has performed throughout Canada and England in recital, and as a soloist with several major Cana- dian orchestras, including the Hamilton Philharmonic. The Grand Bend Concert Associa- tion is fortunate to present these two talented young Canadian musicians to }iEL{'3 pxzzEfli9 41 Main St., Grand Bend 238-2161 Lic. under L.L.B.O. A. John Hughes, C.D. Denture Therapist Box 839 37 Green Acres, Grand Bend, Ontario (519) 238-5300 409 Baker St. (Rear) London, Ontario (519) 439-9386 this area. This first concert of the season will be held in the Grand Bend United Church, on Wednesday, October 30, at 8 p.m. For information on tickets phone 238-2071. To the electors of Bosanquet Township I am seeking the office of Deputy Reeve and am asking for your support at the polls on November 12. 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