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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1985-10-16, Page 11General manager outlines needs Phiyh.use gulld eled', re Members of the Huron Country Playhouse Guild lunched at the Cap- tain's Cove in Bayfield for their an- nual meeting. A social was held at the home of president Tory MacKenzie just prior to the luncheon, with wine and canapes as a sparkling appetizer for the event. Nearly 40 ladies enjoyed the delicious buffet of salads, cold meats and desserts, then president- ; :..,.;.: "`t Tory MacKenzie called the meeting to order. A short monthly summary inform- ed the ladies that almost $1300 had been realized from the fashion show, $200 from the sale of tote bags and cookbooks, and even the annual Guild cocktail party had shown a small pro- fit. It was decided that the Guild would conduct a rummage sale dur- ing the Farmer's Market Day, Thanksgiving weekend. Guild member, Edith Coyle, offered her' building, Universal Realty as a site. Betty Steen volunteered to be chairperson for this event. Then the 13th annual meeting was called to order. Seven monthly meetings have been held throughout the year. The total contributions of • NEW SLATE — The 1985-86 executive of the Huron Country Playhouse Guild were elected at a dinner meeting in Bayfield recently. Pictured here at the Christmas Place in Grand Bend are in the front row: Pat Venton, secretary; Jean Bruce, historian; Aline Smith, telephone convener; and Betty Hoyles, treasurer. In the back row are Agnes Todd, membership convener; Nan Freele, vice-president, Mary Harvey, president; Tory McKenzie, past -president; and Elia Douglas, publicity director. These ladies hold some very successful fund-raising events all year. 04 1 Lynn Desjardine - 238-8768 Roberta Walker - 238-2471 Churches The Beaconnaires met at the church on Monday evening, with lay minister Bob Heywood as guest speaker. He also treated them to a display of his musical talents, mak- ing an enlightening and enjoyable evening. Thursday was the monthly meeting for the Church of God ladies, with guest speaker, Millie Desjardine. On Friday evening, the youth group met at the public school to enjoy games of volleyball and basketball. On Sunday morning Rev. Barnhart addressed the congregation on things to be thankful for. He said that we should be thankful for more than the material goods of this world, but also for those intangibles of our faith. There's forgiveneness of sins, the fact that G-od is unchanging and all power- ful, and that because of Christ we can live a victorious Christian life. Cecille Barnhart sang a special hymn, "Fill My Cup, Lord," in the beautifully decorated church. Sunday afternoon the church fami- ly gathered for an anniversary plus Thanksgiving service. The guest speaker for the occasion was Rev. Ken Demaere from Kitchener. Three specials were performed to celebrate the special occasion: a solo sung by Millie Desjardine, a duet with Joy Mason and Phyllis Desjardine, and a quartet from the youth group, 4 mark Thanksgivin made up of Marilyn MacGregor, Michael, Lori and Michelle Vincent. Delicious refreshments were served afterwards. Catholic Church News Father Vincent Van Zuplithen was the celebrant at the 11 a.m. Mass on Sunday. The gospel was taken from the parable of the rich young man, and Father asked us if we could im- agine selling all we had, and totally depend upon God to provide? God's grace helps -us to grow in generosity, to share with the poor, and attain a sense of detachment from our possessions. The choir performed three beautiful hymns for the Thanksgiving service, "Thank You Lord", "Sing of Joy", and "Bread and Fishes." Father Morrissay thanks Case and Annie Vanderbygaart, and Jeanne and Nelly Telders for cleaning and decorating the church for Thanksgiving. The monthly meeting for the CWL will be October 21, and the movie "Silent Scream" will be shown, so please attend. Choir directress Lydia Duchou will be forming a special children's choir for any children over age five. They would be singing three special carols at the Christmas Eve Mass and will start practicing soon, so if you are in- terested, please call Denise Duchou at 243-2283. There is a retreat for single women, 19-35 years old, on November 1-3 in Kingsville. If interested call Sister Mary Diesbourg at 432-3781. United Church Rev. R. Peebles delivered his ser- mon, "Bless the Lord" to a packed auditorium at the United Church this Sunday. He asked the people what can compare with thanksgiving, which gives God's people a chance to gather and focus on our blessings. The church was beautifully decorated with fruits and vegetables of the season. For the children's Sunday School, Rev. Peebles talked to them about Thanksgiving time and giving thanks. The choir anthem was "My Soul, Bless the Lord!" The ushers were Eleanor and Glenn Durie, the door greeters were Millie Kane and Dianne Rice. There will be no service next Sun- day, October 20 at the Grand Bend United Church, to give everyone an opportunity to attend their sister church at Greenway; for their an- niversary service. The morning service at Greenway will be at 11 a.m. and the guest speaker will be Rev. John Roberts. There will be an evening service at - 7:30 p.m. with the Strathroy choral group providing special music. ,FIRE DEPT. TOUR — The first Grand Bend Brownies inspected the fire hall Tuesday evening as part of Fire Prevention Week. The group gathered around the big engine with their leaders September MacAlpine, Lori Schlegel, Glenna Mehogan, Margrit Breuer and firemen Jerry Von Bruaene (cab)' and Larry Taylor on the right rear. An education film was also shown to each visiting group. Playhouse offered lot The Board of Directors of the Huron ('ountry Playhouse met Monday evening at the Thirsty Fox Restaurant. The new artistic director. Stephen Schipper, was introduced to the hoard and three potential new members introduced themselves, as well. The main topic of discussion was a potential fund raiser, tickets on a lot in Southcott Pines. The lot would be sold at half price to the Playhouse by Bob Southcott, and the suggested ticket price would be $50.00 each. Legion News Tuesday was Dart night for all those sharpshooters to come out. From a group of 14, Bill Baird and Eve Rubery took first place, Peter Poli and Halina Crawford were the se- cond place winners. Friday night was for euchre fans at the Legion. The ladies high was won by Shirley Page and the men's high 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. Having served as councillor for four years and during that time, been chairman of the arena committee for three years, I feel 1 can serve you, as a concerned member of the council for the coming term. Raymond Wight was Harold Smith; the ladies low was Grace Masse and the men's low Was Roily Grenier. Instead of a door prize, there was a 50/50 draw, won by a lucky Mae Elliot. The Legion was also busy on Satur- day night, when the Grand Bend Lioness had a very successful dance. About 150 people attended at $7.50 per person, dancing the night away to the tunes of a band called "Traces". The Legion was decorated in black and orange, on a Ilalloween motif, and everyone enjoyed the lunch afterward. Bible Coffee Hour Thirteen ladies attended the Bible Rudy Tuesday morning at Nita Sinclair's home in Southcott Pines. Prayer and a hymn sing preceded the study. Gwen Campbell led the class from the workshop on Romans, Lesson 11, on "How can I share my faith?" from Romans 10:1-13, there are many different ways to share our faith, for God gives every Christian the responsibility to spread the gospel. Jean Dykstra led the closing prayer. The meeting will be the same time (9:30 a.m.) and place next week. Times -Advocate, October 16, 1985 Page 11 few year's contributions the Guild this year add up to $2700.00, including $2500.00 for a truck, $100 for - balcony seat, a basket of wine donated for the auction sale and the annual spring planting party of all those beautiful flowers on the Playhouse grounds. Chairman of the Board, Dave Shep- pard, and the new artistic director, Stephen Schipper; were both unable to attend, but general manager Heather Peddick filled in admirably as guest speaker. First of all, she con- gratulated the Guild on their exten- sive and valuable support of the Playhouse, in time, labor and fund raising. Ms. Peddick then went on to explain the funding of the playhouse, and their budgetary restraints, as well as successes. next summer's roster of plays is to be announced later in Oc- tober, and the box office will reopen for ticket sales in January. I986 will be the 15th season for the Huron Country Playhouse, and it rates thebest summer theatre box of- fice in Canada. For instance "Sound of Music" rpn an average of 100 per- cent attendance! The 1986 season pro- mises to be the best ever, and their new building project will be to winterize Playouse II, so that it can be used year round by the communi- ty for dances, _ meetings, films or children's plays. Ms. Peddick also recommended that each member should enjoy the advantages of taking out a Playhouse membership ($25.00 minimum) as a further show of public support. She was rewarded with a warm round of applause for her excellent work as manager. President Tory MacKenzie thank- ed all of the members for their sup- port and cooperation during her term of office, then Al Coo gave the resu of the nominating ' committee o secretary Pat Venton. The new presi- dent is Mary Harvey, vice-president Nan-Freele,-secretary-Pat Venton,--- treasurer Betty Hoyles, phone com- mittee Ailine Smith, membership Agnes Todd, publicity Elia Douglas and historian Jean Bruce. Nan Freele is the chairman for the 1986 fashion show and is considering a fall fashion show in September for a change, featuring, stores from° Bayfield and Goderich. The next meeting will be October 30, and the phone committee will let you know where that luncheon will be, so plan to attend._ People You Know -Mrs. Katie Vincent recently return- ed home from a three week holiday in the west. She drove out there with Art `-'and Dorothy Thompson of Parkhill. Mrs. Vincent visited on the way out there with her cousins, Gwen and Bob Oxenforth. When she reached her destination at Morden, Manitoba, she had a wonderful time with her son and grandchildren, Rev. and Mrs. Morris Vincent, Richard and Sandy Vincent, and Nancy and Lorne Weibe. Weekend guests with Alec and Clara Hamilton were Barry and Bet- ty Hamilton of Ottawa and Brad and Riti Hamilton, Allen, Ronnie and Keith, all from Brantford. The sumpathy of the entire com- munity is extended to the family of Basil McLoughlin of Grand Cove Estates, who passed away suddenly last week. He was buried on Monday from the Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, where he was a devoted and faithful parishioner. Holiday Visitors Gary and Carol Mathers, and sons Shayne and Jason, from Sylvan Lake, Alberta visited his parents, Clayt and Elsie Mathers, Orchard St., Grand Bend, -over the Thanksgiving weekend. While here they saw many relatives and friends in the area before leaving early Tuesday morn- ing for the flight home. Mrs. Muriel Holden and her friend from London, enjoyed Thanksgiving with her daughter Lenny and Tony Vermeulen, and grandchildren Josh, Kyle and Nicole, in Southcott Pines. James and Alma Prance, Oak St., were joined by family in a celebration of their 66th wedding anniversary last Monday. With them at the dinner at Oakwood Inn was their daughter, Irene Desjardine, G.B. grandchildren and great grandchildren Barb Clark and Doug, Brenda, Robin and Jamie Clark; Sarnia, Linda and John Camp- bell, Belgrave, Heather and Bob Maass, Lauri and Donny, London; Garry and Lynne Desjardine, sons Jason and Simon, GB; Nelson and Susan Desjardine, Pt. Franks; Dave and Debbie Desjardine, Strathroy; and George and Brenda Couckuyt, Merlin. United Church Women The Grand Bend United Church Women's afternoon unit met Thurs- day afternoon in the Sunday School rooms with 26 in attendance. The wor- ship was given by Annie Morenz, opening with a reading "Food for Thought", words for each day of the week. The scripture was read by Beulah Holt. The meditation was on prayer, and Mrs. Morenz read "Persistence in Prayer," and two poems by Helen Steiner Rice on "What is Prayer" and "Prayers cannot be answered unless they are prayed." President Elizabeth.Norris chaired _—the"bitgine8s--meeting.- Plans- were._ discussed for the upcoming turkey supper on November 6. A letter was read from missionaries Rev. and Mrs. Don Irwin from Korea. They are now back in Canada, and would be able to come to speak to the ladies sometime in the future. A hearty round of applause was given to Mrs. Alma Prance, as she and her husband Jim observed their 60th wedding anniversary last week. Roll call was observed by answer- ing "something special I am thankful for", and a shower of dishclothes for the church kitchen. Eleanor Durie, convener of stewardship and finance spoke about stewardship, telling the ladies how the church offerings are used, how the mission dollars are spent and the percentage of donations by other church denominations. NEW CANDIDATE — Another name has been added to the growing list of candidates for GrandBend's upcoming election. Barbara Southcott has announc- ed her candidacy for o seat on the village council. Barbara has a long and involved political history. While not holding an elected office previously, this background along with her more recent service on the GB plann- ing advisory committee, gives her some knowledge and understanding thot she feels will serve her community well. Barb is well known for her concerns with the ecology and the well be- ing of this community. She is the -mother of four children,_two who have attended North Lambton Secondary School in Forest. 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