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Home My WebLink AboutTimes Advocate, 1998-05-27, Page 7L4M[LY Times -Advocate, May 27, 1998 Page 7 Babysitting graduates Students graduated from a six-week babysitting training course offered by the South Hu- ron Rec Centre on Thursday. The course which is developed by the Canadian Safety Coun- cil deals with such topics as handling emergencies, child safety and basic first aid and child development and behavioral problems. In front from left, Amber -Lea Elder, Ashley Hought and Bobby Phimsavanhr' second row from left, Courtney Alexander, Brittney Foster and Sarah Hayes; third row from left, Ruth Ann Dean (instructor), Erin Robinson, Diana Taylor, Theresa Gallagher and Carrie Venner. Understanding Lizzie in Blood Relations Katherine Harding T -A Reporter Theatre -goers were treated to a superb production of the psycho- logical drama Blood Relations, per- formed by South Huron District ' High School drama students last Thursday and Friday. Written by Sandra Pollock, Blood Relations takes an intriguing look into the life and motives of the legendary Lizzie Borden. While Borden was ultimately, ac- quitted of murdering her father and step -mother with an axe in 1892, she spent the rest of her life living under a cloud of suspicion. During the trial her defence law- yer claimed that no woman being of the weaker sex could have been capable of committing such a bloody and violent crime, however many doubted her innocence. Even school children created the infamous rhyme, "Lizzie Borden took an axe. Gave her mother 40 whacks, When the job was nicely done, she gave her father 4I!" The play is set 10 years after the trial where we find Lizzie living with her older sister Emma in the same house the heinous murders took place. An actress friend comes to visit and attempts to find the truth of Lizzie's guilt or innocence. As the audience is drawn into the heart and mind of Lizzie through flashbacks, they are left to decide the truth. Despite a temporary power fail- ure before the beginning of act two, the excellent staging of Blood Re- lations contributed to the success of this production. All seven actors gave exemplary and memorable performances. Sarah Vermunt (Miss Lizzie/ Bridget) and Vanessa Laye's (Ac- tress/Lizzie) portrayal of the in- tricate character Lizzie Borden was especially impressive. • Drama teacher and play director Beth Jantzi and the entire cast of Blood Relations should be com- mended for their thoughtftil and de- licious attempt at understanding 'such a complex script. , Did Lizzie do it? At left, Va- nessa Laye (Actress/Lizzie) and Anthony Robert Turner (Mr. Andrew Borden). At bot- tom ottom from left, Sarah Vermunt and Vanessa Laye Locals attend beef barbecue By Muriel Lewis Grunion correspondent GRANTON - Several from the Granton arca attended the beet' bar- becue on Sunday, May 24, spon- sored by the board of the Commu- nity Centre in Kirkton. Cathie Westman and Becky Kin- dree hosted the euchre luncheon at the Lions Hall on Friday, May 22 when everybody received consola- tion prizes. At Granton United Church on Sunday, Val Hodgins of London led the service. Her sermon was cn- LOOKING FOR A NEW CAREER Festival School of Hairstyling, Stratford is accepting registration for their next class. Make-up Artistry and Nail Technology offered at no extra charge. Financial assistance available for those who qualify. For further information call 519-271-9551 1 titled 'The Other Barney' based on lessons from Acts 9 and 15 and John 17. The anthem by the choir was 'It only takes a spark'. The beef barbecue at the park was announced for June 17 and the Foodgrains service will he held July 5. , On Sunday, May 24 at St. Paul's Anglican Church, Kirkton, Rcv. Glenda Meakin led the Communion service. The Holy Spirit Retreat for the Alpha course was held at St. Paul's on May 23. Collection taken for Children's Aid GRAND BEND - The guest speaker at the United Church Women's meeting on May 14 was .Rev. Dr. Robert J. Graham of Huron Park. He spoke about things people did years ago. Rev. Graham was the song leader when they had evening services at the Star Lite Drive In Theatre at Shipka. Solos were presented by Dr. Graham, accompanied by his wife Ellen on violin and Idella Gabel at the piano. The two women played several duets. President Evelyn Johnson opened the meeting with a poem on love. Gladys Kerslake conducted devotions on meeting the needs of others and a quiz on books of the Bible. The roll call was answered by more than 20 members on "An Environment Issue". Grand Bend U.C.W. presented the birthday party at Blue Water Rest Home on May 11. Thank you letters were read. The U.C.W. Thankoffering Sunday will 'be held June 14 with guest speaker Margaret Hern. .The U.C.W. June meeting will he held at Old Orchard Condos with a potluck lunch at 12:30 p.m. Lunch hostesses were Norma Miller and Lydia Olekson. Church services The theme on May 10 at Grand Bend United Church was "New Heaven, New Earth". It was Christian Family Sunday, an inter- generational service. Scriptures were read by Mary Wilson. Rev. Robert Putman talked to the children on "A Mother's Love", and to the congregation a medita- tion on Mothers. The baptism of Quinn Ronald, son of Joy and Andrew Dow was held. Skit performed at PCW meeting EXETER - A meeting of the Caven P.C.W. was held in the church basement on May 11 with lunch served by Donna Webster and Velma Harvey. The devotional was read by Mary Ford. Beryl Elgie gave a reading "Who Needs Sparrows?" and Ford closed the devotions with a reading "A Pilgrimage of Faith All Through the Year." Arrangements have been made to have lunch at Allen's in Dashwood for the June meeting. The group will then tour Hensall Ice Culture. A skit "Rocking Alone in Her Old Rocking Chair" was presented by Ford and Dorothy Moffatt. Committee reports were given. A hake sale is planned during Sidewalk Sale days in Exeter in July. On June 7 they will be celebrat- ing the IOOth anniversary of Caven W.M.S. with a church service and social time afterwards. The choir's.anthem was "Now let us all praise God and sing." Rev. Putman dedicated the large print edition of Voices United, pre- sented to the congregation by United Church Women, with U.C.W. president Evelyn Johnson assisting. Sunscreen, sleeping hags and snacks were gathered from the con- gregation by the children for Children's Aid of Huron County and piled at the front of the church. The theme of the service at Grand Bend United on May 17 was "Rivers of Change". The children's story by Rcv. R. Putman was "Who fills in?" Pam Putman joined Robert, dressed as Lydia of the Bible and read to the children. Scriptures were read by Anne Lawton. The choir's anthem was "Search me 0 Lord." Several went to hear music played by Sharon Adams on the new Johannus organ, on May 22 at 8 p.m. Grand Bend Golden Agers held their bi-weekly euchre game on May 13 at the Legion hall with 10 tables in play. Winners were: Ladies high - a tie between Cathy Junker and Jean Dann; Ladies low - Mary Robinson; Ladies most lone hands - Lorna Nielson; Mens high - Lori Hamilton playing a man's card; Mens low - Clayton Lovie; Mens lone hands - a three way tie between Emil Becker, Ev Richardson and Ray Quantrell. 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Grand Bend U.C.W. presented the birthday party at Blue Water Rest Home on May 11. Thank you letters were read. The U.C.W. Thankoffering Sunday will 'be held June 14 with guest speaker Margaret Hern. .The U.C.W. June meeting will he held at Old Orchard Condos with a potluck lunch at 12:30 p.m. Lunch hostesses were Norma Miller and Lydia Olekson. Church services The theme on May 10 at Grand Bend United Church was "New Heaven, New Earth". It was Christian Family Sunday, an inter- generational service. Scriptures were read by Mary Wilson. Rev. Robert Putman talked to the children on "A Mother's Love", and to the congregation a medita- tion on Mothers. The baptism of Quinn Ronald, son of Joy and Andrew Dow was held. Skit performed at PCW meeting EXETER - A meeting of the Caven P.C.W. was held in the church basement on May 11 with lunch served by Donna Webster and Velma Harvey. The devotional was read by Mary Ford. Beryl Elgie gave a reading "Who Needs Sparrows?" and Ford closed the devotions with a reading "A Pilgrimage of Faith All Through the Year." Arrangements have been made to have lunch at Allen's in Dashwood for the June meeting. The group will then tour Hensall Ice Culture. A skit "Rocking Alone in Her Old Rocking Chair" was presented by Ford and Dorothy Moffatt. Committee reports were given. A hake sale is planned during Sidewalk Sale days in Exeter in July. On June 7 they will be celebrat- ing the IOOth anniversary of Caven W.M.S. with a church service and social time afterwards. The choir's.anthem was "Now let us all praise God and sing." Rev. Putman dedicated the large print edition of Voices United, pre- sented to the congregation by United Church Women, with U.C.W. president Evelyn Johnson assisting. Sunscreen, sleeping hags and snacks were gathered from the con- gregation by the children for Children's Aid of Huron County and piled at the front of the church. The theme of the service at Grand Bend United on May 17 was "Rivers of Change". The children's story by Rcv. R. Putman was "Who fills in?" Pam Putman joined Robert, dressed as Lydia of the Bible and read to the children. Scriptures were read by Anne Lawton. The choir's anthem was "Search me 0 Lord." Several went to hear music played by Sharon Adams on the new Johannus organ, on May 22 at 8 p.m. Grand Bend Golden Agers held their bi-weekly euchre game on May 13 at the Legion hall with 10 tables in play. Winners were: Ladies high - a tie between Cathy Junker and Jean Dann; Ladies low - Mary Robinson; Ladies most lone hands - Lorna Nielson; Mens high - Lori Hamilton playing a man's card; Mens low - Clayton Lovie; Mens lone hands - a three way tie between Emil Becker, Ev Richardson and Ray Quantrell. The next euchre games will be held May 27 at 7:30 p.m. • 'Hairstyling, Esthe'`ics & Tanning Back to Basics Sunflower Shampoo and Conditioner Special offer X13.95 Walk-ins welcome 235-1880 50 Thames Road E. - valu-mart Plaza s � 4'47 • TKJI OISC&r STOs Io Vv 5'17; t Prices in effect from May 25 to June 7,1998 'm Toothpaste 100m1 .890 Ozonol Ointment 30g. Regular & Anti -Bacteria s6� Baush & Lomb Sensitive Eye Solution Multi -Purpose 355 ml. Wampole Multi -Vitamins 100's 4 mr..':, grArA-1 Wampole Feverhalt Chewable Tablets 24's .. ; ...... Johnson & Johnson Bandalds es Plis 10 Fabric & Rfs Plus 10 Plastic L� Bic SelectTwin Blades 10's Choose from Men or Ladies vij 4 t THE EXETER TIMES -ADVOCATE HAS WEDDING INVITATIONS Our3ijtTh%u... For ordering your invitations, your engagement or wedding photo will be printed in our paper at NO CHARGE - Value $27.29 - PLUS - Take 10% OFF YOUR WEDDING INVITATION ORDER WHEN - YOU BRING IN THIS AD' ��'*fen To • 424 MAIN ST. EXETER (519) 235-1331 • FAX (519) 235-0766