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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1986-08-20, Page 14Times -Advocate, A • ust 20, 1986 sts, HONOR CLERIC — Made with the same loving care and long hours of work as the Rev. Jim Sutton gave as chairman of the board of directors, the ladies of Sauble Court presented him with this beautiful hand -made quilt as a thank -you on his leaving Grand Bend. Nancy Thomas (left) is the new chairper- son, Jim Sutton and wife Kathleen test the quilt and Sauble Court resident Laura McNab (right) made the presentation on Tuesday evening at a reception after the Board meeting. Sauble Court ladies give quilt Farewell to Jim Sutton When it was learned that the Rev. Jim Sutton would be leaving the parish of St. John's Anglican Church in Grand Bend, the Ladies of Sauble Court mustered their forces and set to work with zeal. A handmade quilt, expertly pieced together, represen- ting many hours of thoughful work and comradeship was presented to the Suttons as a parting gift of thanks. The quilt was appropriately sym- bolic, representing warmth, many hours of work, and lasting memories. These same attributes can be applied to Jim Sutton in his capacity as chair- man of the board and the Sauble Court Senior Citizens apartments in Grand Bend. In his capacity then as Reeve of the Village, Bob Sharen called together the ministers of the churches in Grand Bend and asked them to form a committee to oversee the construc- tion and financing of housing for senior citizens under a programme of government assistance. As Sauble Court resident Laura McNab described it, "Jim just dug in like a puppy to a root", and the com- mittee held its first meeting April 4/83 with Reverend Sutton as chair- man. Also on the committee were Milton Webb, Elgin McNab (pastor at the Church of God) Murray Desjar- dine from Town Council, Ila Keyes, and Don Southcott. A multitude of meetings ensued - finding a suitable piece of property, meetings with CMHC, architects, engineers, citizens etc. and finally In- corporation • February 24/84 with Doreen Seguin added to the Board. The first sod was turned with ceremony July 25/84 and the first tenants moved in Tess than a year later, in March /85. With Jim Sutton still at the helm the official opening took place June 25/85. This is just a brief history of one project Rev. Sutton has brought to r fniition with resounding success and the grateful residents of Sauble Court along with follow Board members wished to thank him for his inex- haustable efforts. Representing the residents upon the presentation of the quilt, Laura McNab expressed everyone's heart- felt thanks by dedicating an original poem about concern with people, en- titled "for others", which she felt ap- plied to Jim Sutton. A decorated cake made by Erryn Shephard of Oakwood Inn was serv- ed with punch and hors d'oevres as the tenants and board gathered to say farewell. The Suttons will be moving to Clarksburg in theCollingwoodarea in September to take up ministerial duties there. Rush on for tickets Ards /fret up to • Opening night of "Annie" at Huron Country Playhouse was a sell, out crowd on Wednesday and there could not possibly have been one disap- pointed ticket holder. It's a dynamite production! In fact the people who are going to be disappointed are the ones who can't get tickets "for love nor money." Pillows and blankets flying through the air, kids in tattered pinafores dashing around the and 25 little girls screaming makes for a chaotic open- ing orphanage scene that sets the pace for the rest of the show. This is not a negative critcism. The show opens with a bang and never flags. Artistic director Steven Schipper, general manager Heather Redick, the board of directors and anyone else in- volved made a brave and lofty deci- sion to go all out on every segment of this theatre piece, (but not to the detriment of any of the previous plays). It rivals any production done for any number of Canadian stages with budgets as big as the national debt. Guest director Lawrie Seligman has brought his own special touch of forceful genius to this production. Although he had the smooth flowing script from the book by Thomas Meehan and the lively music and cat- chy lyrics of Broadway's Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin to help, Seligman has established a relentless pace for this cast. Song after song reverberates from the stage, sung with gusto and real enthusiasm. Quiet moments and some subtle bits of stag- ing, such as the posed vignettes when Annie and Warbucks walk to the movies, capture and hold the au- dience attention. ' The New York City that designer Brian Perchaluk has created for us is alternately charming, clean and sim- ple, and stunning. The enamelled metal beds in the opening scene set just the right mood of a depression era orphanage (how did he come by four them alike?) The colourful magenta backdrop with the Empire State building in silhouette is not on- ly visually pleasing but complements the art deco design of Daddy War - buck's penthouse with simplicity and stunning effect. A great theatrical moment is created as the Roxy theatre marquee twinkles into view. Dressing all the orphans alike sav- ed the crowded and busy opening scene from confusion and added an air of charm, to the smudgy -faced youngsters. Annie's dresses were suitably 1930's without making her look awkward. The platinum wig and feathered dress on the vamp Lily of- fered costume designer George Pruden an opportunity for some real imaginative wit. And speaking of imaginative wit, choreographer Malcolm Gale actual- ly draws hoots and applause from the audience with his song and dance number "On Easy Street". It's the shining moment for Alan Brown as Rooster, Kimberly Timlock as Lily and Barbara Wheeldon as Miss Han- nigan, as the three shuffle, shimmy and drag -step to "Eeeasy Street." The irrepressible Annie, who shows even President Roosevelt the way to a "new deal" through the song "The Sun will Shine --- Tomorrow", is a natural vehicle for the talented Theresa Stewart, imported from Sud- bury. Perhaps because she sang the part of Annie at Sudbury Theatre Cen- tre and because she was the top con- tender in Canada for the movie Annie, Theresa brings a relaxed unaffected quality to this very demanding role. Not only does she win your heart with resolute charm but she can sing up a storm with a voice that rivals anything on Broadway. Although Theresa is 15, she has no trouble play- ing a 12 -year-old, for even off stage there is no artificial sophistication in this accomplished young woman's at- titude. She is beautifully natural and never tries to bring "cutsy" to the role. Annie (or rather Theresa)' carries the show and story line throughout the two acts but is surrounded by an ex- cellent supporting cast. Karen Skid - ion more's voice (she is secretary Grace Farrell) is unusual and outstanding; the Boylan sisters (Jackie May, Jessie Thomson, Mary Pitt) add — humour and harmony; Timothy Mur- phy is a unique radio ventriloquist, and Scott Hurst treats us to song as radio's own Bert Healy. James Hob- son, besides being an F.D.R. look- alike can also act convincingly as the President; while Barbara Wheeldon brings just the right amount of righteous self pity to the long suffer- ing Miss Hannigan who must care for the little "darlings" at the orphanage. She droops, she drinks, she flops into a chair with carefully controlled un- dignified blousyness. She can also sing and dance. Charles Kerr has the stature and bearing expected of an Oliver War - bucks then manages to slip believeably into a suddenly caring "Daddy" Warbucks. One of the most poignant moments in the show occurs when Kerr reveals a rich, mature, warm voice in his solo to Annie. The storyline is simple - the everhopeful orphan, waiting for her parents to come back for her, is taken home by billionnaire Oliver Warbucks for Christmas. She wins his heart and that of all the U.S.A. with her plucky, chin-up attitude during those dark days of the great depression. But it's the wonderful score, ably executed by musical director Michael Mulrooney and a live orchestra that keeps the pace rolling and has the au- dience jumping to their feet in ap- preciative applause as the last refrain is sung by the whole ensemble. 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AND HERE ARE THIS MONTH'S GOOD DEALS MAZDA 626 DELUXE SEDAN 626 prices start as low as OPEN STORE — The official opening of the Mac's convenience store in the new Ontario St. N. mall was celebrated Thursday, by zone manager Lou McMahon of Sarnia (left) and Zurich resident Dwayne La Porte, manager of the new outlet. Representing the Village of Grand Bend to cut the red ribbon was Deputy Reeve Dennis Snider (centre), with Sarnia Manager Roger Winter and Western Ontario Store Operations Manager Chuck van der Lee (right) from Toronto. Playoffs underway Resort seams yet wins Congratulations to the GB bantam softball team on their two playoff wins last week. The newly formed team in Grand Bend is coached by Brian Pearen and it has steadily im- proved since their first game. Their first playoff match was on Monday, August 11 against the tough Lieury bantams. Grand Bend edged then in a close 15-13• ball game. Outstanding players defensively in the first playoff game were Brent • Zubyk and Rob Pearen, with pitcher Paul Prendergast and catcher Jarret Kobe the big hitters. In their second game in the best -of - three Friday night in Lieury, Shawn Guillet and Todd Hayter played good Free Cooler With each picnic pack purchased tUMMIDIA=M1 efor $ 9 Your picnic includes 20 piece barrel of chicken 2 500 ml. salads 2 litres of Pepsi plates and forks "Cooler Is Free" Lvy 44044 • 0 Packa buckge et $16 9 5 K%ntucky Foie d Chicken 227 Main St. N., Exeter 31 Ontario St. N., Grand Bend defensive ball helping their team win two straight. In the 18-6 win, GB of- fensive players Scott Boyd and James Desjardine were the successful hit- ters. Going into the finals against Parkhill in the best of three of five games, they play August 19 in Parkhill, and are back home in GB on August 25 at 6:30 p.m. Come out and give your support to this outstanding ball team! 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M -W MOTORS LIMITED Mazda Sales, Service, Paris & Leasing 184 EAST ST., GODERICH 524-2113 4THE LAMBTON COUNTY BOARD NNWOF EDUCATION SCHOOL OPENING ANNOUNCEMENT 1986 - 1987 "Lambton County Public Education - in the tradition of yesterday, - in touch with today, - in trust for tomorrow!" ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS: Forest Central, Woodside, Kinnaird, Grond Bend, Bosanquet Central, Warwick Central, Aberarder and Errol Public. Elementary pupils (other than Kindergarten and French Immer- sion Kindergarten) will commence school at 9:00 a.m. on Tues- day, September 2, 1986, and will attend for a half day (o.m. only). All Kindergorten pupils must particiate in an Early Identifica- tion Program. The parents of these pupils will be notified of interview times during the vJteek of August 25-29 and be inform- ed when classes for these pupils commence. For further information and registration of new students, parents may contact the local school principal during the week of August 25-29. - Students living north and east of the Pinery entrance will at- tend Grand Bend Public School. The bus schedule in use in June 1986 will be continued for all schools, with any necessary ad- justments made in the first week of school. SECONDARY SCHOOLS: Secondary schools will operate a regular school program on Wednesday, September 3, 1986, beginning at 8:45 a.m. and dismissing at the end Of classes in the. afternoon. Tuesday -September 2 is a Professional Activity Day for cur- riculum development. NOTES: 1. North Lambton Secondary School - Buses will run the same routes as last June starting Wednesday. Any Grade 9 or new student to the area, please con- tact Kernohon Bus Lines (786-2391). 2. Students att nding L.C.C.V.1. transferring at • North Lambton. contact Kernohon Bus Lines. Lambton Central Collegiate Vocational Institute - Student 'photographs will be token at the time of registration on August 27 and 28 from 9:00 to 11:30 a,m. and, 1 :00 to 3:30 p.m. Dr. A.R. Wells, Director of Education' Mr. K. Gray Chairman. Q • sit