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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1984-02-29, Page 5Three musicals for Playhouse The I g -awaited an- nounceme of the 1984 play series in Huron Country Playhouse, Grand Bend, studio theatre - Playhouse II - has just been made and the line-up of three musicals pro- mises to provide an exciting sununer for theatregoers. Just to refresh everyone's memory, Playhouse II is the newest addition to the HCP complex. This smaller theatre opened last July and housed productions of 18 Wheels, The Return of the Curse of the Mummy's Revenge and Eight to the Bar. Heather Redick, HCP general manager, com- mented, "Last year ticket sales in Playhouse II started out slowly, but, by the end of 'the first few weeks, the cast was playing to capacity crowds. We are all very pro- ud of the new theatre and pleased with the reception jt received". There will be a few changes in the Playhouse II set-up. Though the basic cabaret - style of entertainment will re- main, the repertory format has been dropped. In 1984, each of the three shows will be performed for a total of 10 days (12 performances). During each complete run, there will be regular Thurs- day matinees. Once one show has completed its run, that show will close and the next will open. To satisfy the demands of the audience, tickets will be available on both a subscription and an in- dividual ticket basis. Leading off the Playhouse II season will be Love in the Back Seat by Bill Hartley and Cliff Jones (July 11- July 21) . This musical traces the lives of four friends as they live through the 50's, 60's and 70's and experience early rock 'n' roll, protest songs and disco and try on everything from bobby sox and poodle skirts to gogo boots and designer jeans. Following last year's smash success, 18 Wheels, will be John Gray's Billy Bishop Goes to War (July 25 - August 4), the mesmerizing account of Canada's World War I flying ace who downed 72 enemy planes and became an international symbol of Canadian derring-do. Finally, there's Jack Nor- thmore's Once More! With Fooling! (August 8 - August 18), a musical revue which unites sparkling comedy with ever -popular music and is guaranteed to enchant everyone. Heather Redick added, "We always try to satisfy the taste of our audience and we are certain they will be as ex- cited by the new season as we are. It's a winner in every way." Subscriptions (by mail order only until April 30) to the three Playhouse II pro- ductions are now on sale at Huron Country Playhouse for $20. This subsciption provides one voucher for each play. In- dividual tickets at $7.50 per person for any performance go on sale starting May 1. Anyone wishing further infor- mation, is asked to write or call Huron Country Playhouse at (519) 238-8451. Dashwood girds back from Hawaii By MRS. IRVIN RADER Dashwood Mr. and Mrs. Emil Becker spent the weekend at Frankenmuth, Michigan. Barbara Guenther and Carol Regier returned home Saturday following a two week vacation in Hawaii. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Simpson and Patricia, Mississauga, spent a few days with Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Mason. Mr. and Mrs. Irvin Rader were Wednesday visitors with Leonard Prang, Zurich, and Mrs. Lovina Miller, Maplewoods Apartments. Mrs. Greta Schade accom- panied by Mrs. Marguerite Finkbeiner, Crediton, has returned from a two week tour of Hawaii. The weather was delightful and the scenery, waterfalls and flowers fantastic. If you wish to go on the busy trip to the Ontario Garden and Flower show at Saintsbury By rS. HEBER DAVIS Rev. Peter Derrick was in charge of Holy Communion service at St. Patrick's at 1:00 Sunday. Mrs. Mary Kooy was at the piano. Rev. Derrick spoke to the children on Saving Stamps for Missions, on being good neighbours and helping others. His sermon was taken from Leviticus 19:1-2,9-18 read by Mrs. Hazel Davis and Matthew 5:38-48 read by Mrs. Marg Carroll. Rev. Derrick spoke on Holiness and Love Your Enemies which was followed by the Communion Service' Next Sunday service will be cancelled due to Confirmation Service at 11:00 in St. Thomas Church, Granton. Mr. and Mrs. Michael Davis spent a few days'in the ski area north recently. They were observing their wedding anniversary February 29th. Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Davis were Saturday evening din- ner guests with their cousins Mr. and Mrs. Gerald McFalls, Exeter. Mrs. Vera Greenlee spent the weekend with her son Mr. and Mrs. Earl Greenlee. Derek Greenlee was dinner guest with his - great - grand ether Mrs. Mary ,. Davis Er'iday evening. Hamilton, March 16, please phone 237-3606 by March 3. The bus leaves Grand Bend at 9 a.m. and will pick up in Dashwood. Mr. and Mrs. Brad Oke and Christopher, London, were weekend guests with Mr. and Mrs. Harry Hayter and family. Seniors Dashwood seniors met February 20. The ladies did quilting while the men en- joyed shuffleboard and cards. A pot luck supper was held with 32 present. A short business meeting was held. Plans for the Bicentennial were discussed. A bus trip to the Ontario Garden and Flower conven- tion Centre, Hamilton is planned for March 16. Mr. and Mrs. Hubert Miller, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Ford, Mr. and Mrs. John Brintnell, Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Webb and Mr. and Mrs. Ray Webb have returned home from a sunny two week holi- day in the Barbados. Mrs. Emelia Miller and Mrs. Lorna Main have return- ed home from Hinton, Alber- ta, where they spent two weeks with Mrs. Miller's granddaughter and family, Rev. and Mrs. Bill Bulger. GRADUATES — Janice Webster, youngest daughter of Mr. Grant R. Webster and the late Elva Webster of RR 1 Varna, graduated from the Registered 'Nursing Pro- gram of Conestoga Col- lege at the Block Bond and Pinning Ceremony held in Stratford on November 25, 1983. Janice is also a graduate of Central Huron Secondary School in Clin- ton and of Huron Centen- nial School in Brucefield. Photo by Frank Phillips "Going Out of Business Sale" — up to 50% Off — AH merchandise - "Don't Wait" Griffin Thomas Furniture 40 Main St. Grand Bond 238-2035 IN FAMILY CAR — Junior grades at Grand Bend Public School presented an "Across Canada in Song" program. From the Left with the family car are: Brian Baird, Christina Shepherd, Dain Zubyk, 'Heather Bennett and narrator Michael Clay. For the birds Special rnus�um programs It was announced at last week's general meeting of the Grand Bend and area Chamber of Commerce, that Pinery Provincial Park and Lambton Heritage Museum will have special programs, March 11 and March 18, to celebrate the return of migratory birds. The program is being planned as part of the Ontario bicentennial celebration. It will also mark the 25th an- niversary of Pinery Park. Chamber president, Eugene Grenier suggested, - that members make an effort to have more businesses open on those weekends. The naturalists at the park are anticipating up to 60 thou- sand whistling swans, ducks and geese'vhich will be stop- ping in the area for a two week period this spring. Sighting spots will be mapped for visitors and special films will be shown at the Museum from 1 to 3 p.m. on the two Sundays. Bicentennial Co-ordinator for South Western Ontario, Michael Cavanaugh, explain- ed the phylosophy behind the celebration and showed a film to chamber members. It in- cluded scenes of area towns and cities. He said that the idea was for people to celebrate their communities. To begin the celebration in the Grand Bend area, up to 100 white pines will be planted around the community. Chamber member, Bev Har- wood is bicentennial organizer. In other business, 1 ob Simpson reported on a meeting he attended with members of the committee to establish a recreation centre for the village. He said that Legion members had discovered that it would, not be feasible to add, the size of building planned, to the pre- sent Legion building. As a result, the Legion building committee will go ahead with a smaller, two storey addition. The recrea- tion building committee will continue work toward building a separate structure with a minimum square footage to accommodate three to four hundred persons. The Chamber has committed 10 thousand dollars to the project. There were comments at the Chamber meeting about a meeting on parking, held with members of Grand Bend Council. Grenier was firm in his objection to two-hour limited parking on Main Street during the summer months. He felt that fines would alienate visitors. Parking specialist, Laurie Mannell, commented that the merchants and their staffs were using a large part of the Main Street parking. Ile con- ducted a personal survey of Main Street parking for two summers. He suggested that there would be room for am- ple employee parking if mer- chants would "clean up" behind their stores. Bill Harwood (who is a member, of the parking com- mittee) said that the village had offered to allow business persons free parking in the Eilber street parking lot, behind the old village hall. There was a suggestion that • more space could be gained on the main beach lot, if the village employed an extra person in peak periods to guide drivers to spots on the lot. Another suggestion was for a shuttle service to the beach from parking lots on Highway 21. Simpson said that large delivery trucks should be prohibited from Main Street after 12 Noon. New members introduced were Kevin and Marilyn Snook, who will own and operate the new Thirsty Fox Pub, at the south end of the - village on Highway 21. Also introduced was new member Brian Hall, area represen- tative for Canada Life. Following the business por- tion of the meeting, which was held at the Colonial Hotel, a film showing 1983 Sandcas- tle Days was viewed by members. Public speakers compete at Crediton By MRS. PETER MARTIN Crediton The Crediton and District Social Club held the annual public speaking contest Wednesday evening. Com- peting in the contest were the five area schools, Stephen Central, J.A.D. McCurdy, Usborne Central, McGillivray Township and Our Lady of Lioness meet at Oakwood The monthly Lioness meeting was held Thursday at Oakwood. There were 16 members present and four guests from the lioness in Bayfield. A special guest speaker, June Taylor, from the Huron County Crisis Centre, showed a film on battered and abus- ed women which was very in- teresting and informative. After the question and answer period, Karen Wallen con- ducted the business. October growth awards were presented to Karin Humer, Sandra Norris and Lee Thomas for bringing three new members to the club. Kay Green won this months raffle gift. Betty Haist and Sheila Teevins collected bir- thday pennies for February. The next meeting will be on March 22. Mt. Carmel. Judges had a difficult time in selecting the winners, but after careful deliberation Geoff Strang from Usborne Central was declared the win- ner. Second place went to Henri Debruyn, Mount Carmel and Piet Blaaubver II, McGillivray was third. Other competitors were Cynthia Osborne, Scott Russell, John Paul Maurer, Sheri Rowe, Christine Par- sons, Kim Hoffman, and Allison Cronyn. Judges for the event were: Jerry McDonnell, Donna Garbey and Ray Hughes. Usborne Central School entertained with musical numbers a gymnastic act and street gang hi-jinks. A snack of pop, coffee and donuts was served by the social club. W.I. Euchre At the third W.I. euchre Tuesday night, 13 tables were in play. Winners were: ladies high, Marg Carter; ladies low, Grace Masse; ladies lone hands, Frieda Rawlings; men's high, Lloyd Durr; men's low, Syd Neeb; men's lone hands, Charlie Rawlings. Ed Hendrick won the draw. The next euchre will be March 13. The Crediton Hall Board is planning a pancake supper on Shrove Tuesday, March 6. It Times -Advocate, February 29, 1984 Coffee hour meets Page 5 Dart players heading for Windsor Good Luck to all local darters playing in Descrate Darts in Windsor General, March 5 at 8:30 p.m. Vilda Clarke and Keith Crawford won first place in the regular Tuesday darts; with Olga Tataren and Bob Hamilton winning second. Southcott Pines dart club hosted legion players on Wedneday, the 22nd. Each team consisted of four players and everyone enjoyed themselves so much, a trophy will be donated to be won in the future and placed either in the legion or the clubhouse. The legion took out 22 doubles; the S.P. darters 10. Dave McLeod and Keith Crawford thanked par- ticipants and lunch was served. Remember the euchre on Friday nights at 8:30 and cribbage on Saturday at 2:30. Ladies high was captured by Marion Horner, men's high by Bernie Comiskey; ladies low by Donna Glanville and men's low by Doug Mar- shall, at last week's euchre. Cribbage high was Howard Costigne, with the low going to Jack Gurnell. Coffee Hour Seventeen ladies met at the home of Mrs. Nita Sinclair, Tuesday morning. Prayer and a hymn sing preceded the lesson led by Vera Brown, on the Beatitudes. "Why do some dedicated church workers take vows of pover- ty?" Material blessings can be a stumbling block. Some do it to serve God. Betty Campbell closed the hour with prayer. There will be no study on March 13th during the school break. Flames Beaten two in Row February 4 the Parkhill Flames travelled to Ilderton where they were defeated 5-4. In the second period Billy Finch put them on the scoreboard, followed by two goals from Paul Merritt, assisted by Jeff Grenier and Billy Finch. Jason Soldan not- ched a goal on a pass from Jerry Waters, but the Flames couldn't tie it up. February 6, the team was beaten a second time by Wat- ford. Jerry Waters scored on a pass from Jason Soldan, then, Paul Merritt connected for a 2-0 lead. Watford scored one then Trevor McKay put one in from Scott McAlpine. Jason Soldan scored the Flames fourth goal on a pass from Jerry and Robert Waters. Watford went on to beat Parkhill Flames 7-4. This put the team into the playoffs where they met the Strathroy Kings, winning their first two games. Paul Merritt scored three goals in the last game, while Jason Soldan notched one and Billy Finch the other for a final score of 5-4. Assisting these goal -getters were Robbie Eagleson, Jeff Grenier, Billy Finch, Scott McAlpine, and Jerry Waters. Fire Calls February 18 at 5:23 a.m. the Grand Bend volunteer fire department were called out to the home of Mike LaBreche, on 33 Ontario' Street in the village. Damage was limited to the kitchen area. On February 23rd the fire brigade was summoned to the Sullivan residence in Oakwood Park.- No damage was reported and the chimney fire was extinguished. , Grand Bend No. t The 4-H girls met in the home of Nancy Stokkermann February 22. They chose their name "Quilting Patch Kids". The members finished their string quilting and discussed the colour wheel. Sample two was started by cutting material; and meetings one, two and three notes were to be up-to-date. By club reporter Theresa Baltessen. United Church "Growth" - where there is life there must be growth. Rev. Peebles said that the' four essentials for growth are life, food, activity and rest; these are also necessary for spiritual growth. Christians ought to be the happiest peo- ple in the world. The choir an- : them was "Make me a chan- nel of your peace." Beulah Holt read the scripture from Epheslans 4:1-7 and Hebrews 6:1-12. Door greeters for last Sunday were Don and Elizabeth' Adams. Elysia Yvonne Orban, daughter of Connie Orban, was baptised at Sunday's service. Wildflowers For all weekend masses, our pastor Father Morrissey was celebrant. His sermon based on the gospel, considered the lilies of the field which neither toil nor spin. Christ reminds us of these wildflowers which occur naturally their beauty effortlessly as a gift from God. He said that in spite of our toil and worry, our efforts may not always be crowned with success. Roberta Walker sang "Peace I ask of Thee O River." February 19-26 marks the Guide -Scout week across Canada. During this time, members take time to reflect on the meaning of the promise and law which form the basis of their movement. Also, thinking day which is February 22nd, the birthdays of both Lord and Lady Baden- Powell. Father Morrissey welcomed the church parade on Sunday and thanked them for joining the service. Members of the Guides, Cubs, Scouts, Brownies and Beavers participated with poems, prayers and a parade of flags in a moving ceremony. Congratulations to Michael Joseph VanBruaene, son of Jerry- and Rose (nee Ducharme), who was receiv ed into the Catholic Com- munity this past week by the sacrament of baptism. Pray for the soul of George Coyle, husband of Edith, who died this past week. A reminder of the C.W.L. of their general meeting on a March 6, with the pot -luck supper at 7 in the Alhambra Hall - husbands are invited. The C.W.L. from Bornish, have invited us to their meeting on March 1 with guest speaker on the effects of television. Ifeyou plan to at- tend, please call Greta Vlem- mix at 238-2798. The sacrament of confir- mation will be celebrated at Mt. Carmel on May 23. Church of God Friday night the youths en- joyed an evening of games in the public school gym and went back to the church for lunch. Sunday morning Rev. Campbell's sermon was titl- ed, "I Can't Even Touch Bot- tom Anymore." His text was taken from 1 Kings 19:1-18. After Elijah's victory on Mt. Carmel, he was plunged into despair by fatigue, false hope and disillusionment. We also battle depression, but we can be reassured that God is with us, both on the mountain and in the valley. Dr. A. Brown sang "What a Friend we have in Jesus." Personals A speedy recovery is wish- ed for two legion members Art Rubery and Bob.Hedley who are in the hospital in London. Mabel Gill, Nola Taylor and Jeanne Kading returned home from a three week holi- day in Florida on February 19. while there they stayed with Mabel's sister, Mrs. Ruth Hendrick where they made side trips out for recreation and shopping. Arnold Kuntz celebrated his 19th leap -year birthday Satur- day with his wife, Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Tavis, Mr. and Mrs Tim Walters of Grimsby and Mr. and Mrs. Clayton Pfiie, Dashwood. Happy bir- thday, Arnold! On location or Studio Bart DeVries PHOTOGRAPHY • COMMERCIAL • PORTRAITS WEDDINGS • GROUPS • PUBLICITY Mounting and Laminating ..,. 'a...y y...,t.a,w..„ -.,.s r. a ,.».w.. d .r., Telephone 235-1298 137 Thames Rd. East Exeter, Ont. THEY ARE SIX — Celebrating their sixth birthdays this week ore Simon Desjardine of Grand Bend and his aunt Brenda Couckuyt. Simon was six on February 23 and Mrs. Couckuyt, the former Brenda Desjardine, ti Leap Year baby has her birthday, today. T -A photo will be nice to be able to sit down and eat pancakes and sausage with the family. Usually good old mom gets to cook the pancakes and sausage while everyone else shoves it in. By the time mom gets around to eating, the pan- cakes are either all gone or cold and the cat just ate the last sausage. So I'll see you at the supper and my cat will just have to stay home and eat meow mix. MOTHERS-DAUGHTIRS BANQUET — The first annual Grand Bend mother -daughter banquet was held at St. John's hall. Back, left, Paula Taylor, Glenna Snider, Wendy Whiting and Brenda Hoist. Centre, .Christine Shade, Dania..Thurman, Susan Ratz, and Julie Unlac. Front, Keri Wilhelm, Lorna Miller, Erin O'Rourke and Carlo Taylor. Grand Bend DECORATV NG CENTRE Your Floor and Wall Covering Specialists VISA Hwy. 21 Grand Bend 238-8603 GRACEFUL CONFIDENCE FOR QUITS IN 1984 • r OPENING FRIDAY, MARCH 2ND 1' mom pads Open 7 Days o Week 1'/a Mites South of Grand Bend on Hwy. 21 238-2818 fast/ton boiUtq m