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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1987-11-11, Page 9EASTERN STAR EXECUTIVE INSTALLED -- The new executive of the Exeter Eastern Star Lodge was installed recently. Back, left, Dan Traquair, Murray Keys, Joan Keys, Laura Flewclling, Sharon Miller, Joyce Lavender, kita Playfoot, Marilyn Zivkovic, Jack Lavender -414100. and Don Easton. Front, Kay Hodgert, Christine Traquair, Bill Schade, Worthy Matron Donna Webster, Worthy Patron Don Webster, Anne Schadc, Jean Easton and Cecil Moody. Times -Advocate, November 1 1, 1987 Page 9 KIRKTON ACW CRAFTS - Kirk ton Blackler, Katie Paul and Norma Paul check • e Saturday's bazaar snonsorcd by the A'CW. ''•>'aah:'s.':siMt g..M < Vg.~N.. , �` 3 :. %YrMO? 'i '.,.ori.... s i $ Z 11,1/Mi 5001 y ACW president Mary over some of the crafts at • Womens Institutes look back over 9Oyear history This committee of W.I. members had a very successful display of Ross Butler's paintings at the London Art Gallery, combined with a display of children's art work depicting For 90 years the Women's s Institutes have provided rural wotnen with an opportunity to broaden the scope of their knowledge and abilities through the 114 branches in the London Area. They are a motivating force within their communities. This concern not only for themselves but for the whole rural community has lead to dona- tions in excess of $100,000 to various projects and organizations needing financial assistance in the past year. The Work of the W.I. member does not stop (here. they spend hours as •Leaders in.4-11clubs, Adult Workshop Leaders.. helping at Senior Citizen domes assisting in Museums, helping at local fairs, working on the agriculture in the schools pro- gramme, or wherever needed for the betterment of their own community, is served by up-to-date speakers on a and indeed their province. A small ex- variety of timely and interesting ample of this is the Dr. Monteith topics. Medi.Cal Centre in Shedden, which A small sample of some of the pro- started when the Shedden W.I. ap- grammes in the past year have been; proached their local council about the * Financial crisis in farming, need of such a facility. * Raising and cooking Rainbow trout, Contrary to what some people say * The crisis over water - on which our the W.I. in the London Area is conti- means of existence depends, nuing to attract new members from * "Syncrude" The Canadian Tar the rural community. This despite the Sands, fact the rural population is declining. * Solar Fabrication, The younger members are not always * Nutrition, able to participate in all the communi- * P.K:I.D.E.. ty activities as they would like. This * Work of the Citizenship Court, means that a greater load in doing the * Family Law Reform Act, community work falls to the older * Children's Hospital of Western members. However the younger Ontario, members are participating in the * Pring Edward Island. meetings where their personal growth Each branch plans a varied pro- gramme to suit the needs and in- terests of their members. Many from the London Area took part in the Free Trade Seminar organized by F.W.I.O. where the af- fects of Free Trade on the Rural Com- munity was discussed. The Elgin County W.I. had a very successful Community Outreach Seminar with a variety of workshops. There will be another one in 1988. The W.I. in the London Area are working hard on the Butler Project. When this is finished every school in Ontario will have a copy of the Ross Butler Farm Animal prints, plus copies of all the animals associated with farming. This programme comes with infor- mation that can work agriculture in- to all facets of the school curriculum. 193 MAIN STREET CONT NOES WITH SAVINGS AND STYLE THAT ARE WORTH YOUR WHILE: OFF 1Ii.0VERS REG. $22.99 2•99 I E30%OFF LADIES' BLACK CHAMBRAY JEANS Rich, dark look in 100% cotton canvas! Sizes: 26- 34. REG. sig $28.99 .99 25% OFF MEN'S FLEECE TOPS The latest looks in fleece; extra comfortable, too! Se- lect from fashion shades In polyester/cotton. Sizes: S, M, XL. REG. $1499 $19.99 25%OFF CHILDREN'S FLEECE SETS Loaded with fashion features like colorful contrasts and sporty screen prints! Sizes: Sizes: 4-6X$4 01.99 2-3X REGsnag $14.99 . $ SET $13.99 SET 36% OFF CHAIR PADS Comfortable 1" foam fill! 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With 2,867 tickets sold to date, One Thousand Cranes is currently booked at 96 percent of total audience capaci- ty. School groups have contributed to the majority of ticket sales. Written especially for young au- diences by playwright Colin Thomas, One Thousand Cranes takes a look at two children on either side of the world and the effect war has on each of them. Featured in The Grand pro- duction are Katia dePena, Paul Markovich, Laurie Rice and Cheryl Swarts under the direction of Claude Guilmain. Designer is Patsy Lang and all music is composed, perform- ed and produced by Michael Silversher. The Grand's McManus Studio Theatre season is made possible by a CFPL Broadcasting -London Free Press Development Initiative. More members The Huron County Public Library added 194 members to its rolls as a result of this year's Library Week theme, Huron County Council learn- ed at its regular November session. Sharon Cox, assistant chief librarian, told county councillors this year's theme focused on encouraging residents to get a library card. Mrs. Cox made her remarks during presentation of the library board to council. Library Week activities also includ- ed special programs at most of the branches, she said. including an open house to mark the official re •pening of the Belgrave branch .11 its ne'x location in the Institute Hari there. Birthday in '88 The Order of the Easter Star has a close relationship with the Masonic Order: The Exeter Chapter is celebrating its 50th birthday during 1988. It has held meetings in various places during these 50 years such as upstairs over the Rainbow Tree, the Exeter Public School and now in the Masonic Hall, William Street. North behind the OPP building. It is a fraternal organization which has both men and women as members and has charity as its main purpose, supporting such things.as - student ministries, medical research and local charities. • Over 80 club %lrs. Margaret Clarke. Crediton. will be 90 years old on November 17. agriculture. combined with animals for the children, and adults. to touch and look at. Everything is not serious in the W.I. branches. they take part in tours to _points of interest as well as take part in the cultural aspects of Ontario by attending plays at Blyth, Grand Bend, and the Grand Theatre. Thewision put forth 90 years ago is very much alive and active in the London area. If you want further in- formation nformation about the Women's In- stitute or to find a branch near you, the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food will be able to help you. MR. AND. MRS. ED VANDERBURGT Gloria Jean Baker and Ed VanderBurgt were united in marriage July 18, 1987 at Immaculate Conception Church in Stratford., - Father J. F. Sharp officiating. The bride is the daughter of Earl and Ruby Baker, of RR 2 Stratford. The groom's parents are Henry and Rita VanderBurgt of RR 1 Dashwood. The maid of honour was Colleen Epp, of RR 2 Tavistock, close - friend of the bride. The bridesmaids were Betty Baker, of Stratford, sister of the bride; Joanne VanderBurgt of Toronto, sister of the groom and Angela Manktclow of Stratford, niece of the bride. Natalie VanderBurgt of RR 1 Dashwood, niece of the groom, was flowcrgirl. Henry.VandcrBurgt of RR 1 Dashwood, brother of the groom was best man. The ushers were Steve Hartman of RR 2 St. Pauls, Jeff Martens of Stratford, both friends of the bride and groom, and Jim Manktclow Jr., nephew of the. bride. Danny Howard of Stratford, nephew of the bride was ringbcarcr. The readers were Lucy Murray of Stratford and Leo VanderBurgt of Toronto. The soloist was Harriet VanderBurgt with guitarist Pat Brewer accompanying. A reception was held at thc Knights of Columbus Hall in Stratford. The matrons of ccrcmony were Marg Hartman and Karen Ehgoctz, friends of thc bride and groom. The couple is now residing in Toronto. orm's Bluewater Smoked Fish Loft Ltd ft U and 1) cti qii:The Loft Gift Shop- It invite you to a 71.,3 ciii: 70 CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE 75 75 n SAT. NOV. 14TH It ci: ci' SUN. NOV. 15TH 10-5 P.M. 34 Un • Christmas Crafts and Gifts C1,* Specialty Smoked Fish & Meat Platters ii• Door Prizes c' Christmas Baking • Refreshments cal,. "WE CATER TO YOU PARTY NEEDS" 504 ci NORM'S BLUEWATER SMOKED FISH LOFTS Hwy. 21 St. Joseph 1€*ttttlllllll•. �, . 236-7705 Vj SA