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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1983-06-29, Page 11Quer 100 people enjoyed the summer garden beauty of Bayfield on Saturday when the vllage horticulturalists hosted their annual garden walk. Visitors saw gardens of more uan six village residents. Phyl Ellis of London and Alice Walker, a summer resident, :Iso of London admired the woodland garden at Jessie Blair's home. (Shelley McPhee photo) Over I00 enjoy garden wall By Helen Owen The Bayfield Garden Club held their annual Garden Walk on Saturday, June 25. The weather was perfect, and once again this event, organized by Doris Hunter, attracted a total of over 100 p�'ople. Members of the club undertook the distribution of maps indicating the various gardens on view, as well as offering an escort service if required. The tour started at the home of Elva Metcalf. Here the "well groomed garden" provided a good opener. From there visitors in- spected the garden of Miss Dorothy Cox and enjoyed the display of delphiniums and foxgloves enhanced by their surroundings and cared for single-handed by Miss Cox. The Quick's garden was next followed by the Dollery garden. At Hulleys an added attraction was the display of pottery provided by the members of the Bayfield Pottery Group. This com- prised some 30 pieces which portrayed the varied techni- In Middleton ques, thrown, hand modell- ed, sculptured and func- tional. Examples of Raku, an ancient Japanese method of outdoor firing revealed the ingenuity and scope of the group. Next on the list were the gardens of the Senior Citizens at Clan Gregor Apartments. The individual interest in gardening was shown by the well kept areas around the building, and a highlight was the colorful balcony of John Marks. Just across the road the Siertsema's garden had an added attraction as the visitors were able to view the wonderful collection of birds housed in the aviary. Over 100 birds, quails, budgerigars, parakeets and finches provided a colorful display, and their discovery at the end of a beautifully landscaped garden was an added bonus, and an item of particular interest to the children. Finally, the peaceful and beautifully kept garden of Mrs. Jessie Blair offered a place to relax and enjoy some refreshment Here, under the shade of the apple trees, tables were set out each with a bowl of daisies, and willing helpers from the Club served tea, lemonade and cookies. The route was designated by floral arrangements pro- vided by Doris Hunter who waited in the Blair garden to welcome the "walkers" many of whom were repeating a happy ex- perience of previous years, some from way outside the village. Organized in two parts, afternoon and evening, both were equally well patroniz- ed, and there was no doubt that once again the occasion was a great success. Presi- dent Herb Beattie expressed his thanks and appreciation for all the help and support from the members, and the garden owners whose com- bined contributions had resulted in another example of the way in which the Garden Club extends its ac- tivities to include the com- munity. orning Prayer held By Blanche Dee1es Last Sunday, Morning Prayer was held in St. James' Anglican Church in Middleton with Rev. G. Reynolds in charge. Reading the lesson was Ralph Walsh. Next Sunday Communion will be held and the guest preacher will be 1 e George Bruce and at 8 p.m. Induc- tion at St. Andrews United of the Rev. Paul Murray. Saturday, July 2 at 11 a.rn, Barbara Campbell, daughter of Don and Phyllis Campbell of Rayfield graduated from Fanshaawe College on June 19 with her degree of Medical Secretary Dicta -Typist. She is presently working at the office of Dr. Walden in Rayfield. to 1 p.m. St. James' Bake Sale will be held. Remember: August 14 at 11 a.m. the St. James' Galilean Service will be held. On August 20 the Trini- ty Guild Garden Party will be held at the Rectory. August 7 at 7 p.m. the Pioneer Park Ecumenical Service will take place. The Royal Chapel of the Mohawks is preparing for restoration. Bishop David Ragg and Chief Wellington Staats ask that we be made aware of the plight of Her Majesty's Chapel to the _OIALEK TRIC/AN;Av )HANKS FOL KS " FOR HAV/NG CONF/DENCE /N OUR NA ME, THATS THE SECRE T To oLJR FAME` ab? lf7j� 0�if i�E OUR BUS/NESS Barry Duchonon 3 PASSE ELECTRIC CLINTON 432-737/ Mohawks in Brantford. Pamphlets are at the back of the Nave describing this historic and oldest church in the province and its needs. Edward and Blanche Deeves were guests of Eric and Marg Switzer Sunday morning attending the 148th Anniversary of St. Pauls Church in Clinton. Get Well wishes to Beatrice Welsh, mother of Ralph Welsh, on her stay in Clinton Hospital. ron Country 1 Y JOANNE UCHANAN Now in its 12th consecutive season, Huron Country Playhouse in Grand Bend has become well known for providing high calibre sum- mer entertainment for peo- ple living in and visiting Southwestern Ontario. With its 1983 opening pro- duction of On Golden Pond last week, the Playhouse continues to live up to its reputation for delivering top quality. Ronald Ulrich, the Playhouse's new artistic director, makes his debut with the sensitive direction of this funny and touching portrait of a couple facing old age. On Golden Pond, Ernest Thompson's first full-length play, was presented to great critical and popular acclaim first off, then on Broadway, and ultimately became an Academy Award winning movie featuring Katherine Hepburn and Henry Fonda in his last role. 'The story revolves around Norman and Ethel Thayer, a lovable couple who are spen- ding what could be their Last summer at their vacation home on Golden Pond, Maine. Now retired, Norman suffers from heart palpita- tions and a failing memory but his wit is as sharp as ever. In the first hall of the play, the Thayers await the ar- rival of their only child, Chelsea, a middle-aged divorcee and Bill, her new fiance, a dentist. Unknown to them, a third visitor, the dentist's teenage son Billy will also be arriving and staying with them for the summer while Chelsea and the dentist tour Europe. In the second half of the play, Billy helps Norman recapture his zest for life and teaches him a whole new slang vocabulary as well. Upon her return from Europe, Chelsea and her father are reconciled after yhou se o years of misunderstandings between them. And in the final minutes of the play, a mild heart attack suffered by Norman brings home the reality of time marching on. The Playhouse production of On Golden Pond is worth seeing even if you've already seen the movie version. Jack Northmore in the role of crusty Norman Thayer cer- tainly lives up to his billing as one of Canada's most ac- complished and versatile ac- tors. His dialogue provides the majority of laughs in the play and he delivers it with plenty of punch to show that although Norman's movements have slowed, his tongue hasn't. His one-liners on death and his exag- gerated use of teenage slang are hilarious. Although backed up by an admirable cast, he is clearly the hit he should be in this play. Au- diences can look forward to seeing him again in the up- coming Playhouse produc- tions of The Miracle Worker CLINTON NEWS -RECORD, WEDNESDAY, JUNE 29, ns with and How the Other Half Loves. Aileen Taylor -Smith as Norman's wife Ethel is always dependable in a sup- porting role and she doesn't disappoint here. As the lively wife who is ten years her husoand's junior, she is a perfect foil. Although Taylor -Smith did a commen- dable job beind the scenes as artistic director at the Playhouse from 1979-82, it is refreshing to see her on stage again. Les Carlson is excellent in the role of Charlie Martin, a rather dim-witted mailman with a laugh that makes others laugh. His character is much more developed in the play than in the movie. The rest of the cast— including Moira Wylie as Chelsea, Larry Aubrey as Bill Ray and Ben Carlson ( Les' son) as Billy Ray—are all up to the task of nicely rounding out a highly enter- taining play. Set designer Nandor Former Varna -Goshen minister dies By Mary Chessell Dale Stephenson has graduated from the Elec- trical Engineering Techni- cian program at Fanshawe College. Present for gradua- tion ceremonies on June 16 were his parents, Ralph and Mona, and his grandmother, Mabel Reid of Bayfield. Don Rathwell and George Wilson were received by transfer into the congrega- tion of Varna United Church on Sunday. The former minister of Varna -Goshen charge, Rev. Alex "Sandy" Taylor, died in hospital in Beamsville Tuesday night. The sym- pathy of the members was extended to his wife Margaret and family. Several students from Varna received awards at the graduation dinner at Huron Centennial School, Brucefield on Thursday evening. Another successful pork barbecue was held by Varna United Church on Wednes- day, with over 1,200 tickets sold. its success is the result of the efforts of nearly every member. Special mention should go to the Board of Stewards who do the plann- ing and much of the work, and especially to the treasurer, Bernice Reid, whose experience and hard work is invaluable in co- ordinating our efforts. The Christian Education Committee hosted a barbecue and swim for all Sunday School teachers and L,f'icers, group leaders and their families on Sunday at the home of Eric and Sharon Chuter. It was a great party, judging from the report I got. Would your children like something interesting to do one or two days a week dur- ing the holidays? The Vanastra Recreation Centre is again sponsoring a playground program from July 4 to August 26, from 10 in the morning until 4 p.m., in Vanastra on Monday, Egmondville on Tuesday Robert Mommersteeg of Bayfield, son of Rita Mom- mersteeg of Bayfield and Fred Mommersteeg of Exeter and Carol Gowing, daughter of Norman and Helen Gowing of Blyth, were married May 14 in Blyth United Church by Mr. George Cowan and the Reverend Kenneth Innes. Maid of honor was Kim Gowing of Blyth, sister of the bride. Bridesmaids were Debbie Campbell of Brussels, friend of the bride and Debbie Mommersteeg of Bayfield, sister of the groom. Flowergirl was Krista Pannabecker of Goderich, niece of the bride. Groomsman was Richard Mommersteeg of London, brother of the groom. Guests were ushered into the church by Fred Mommersteeg of Windsor, brother of the groom and David Erb and Steve Grainger, both of Bayfield, friends of the groom. Follow- ing the wedding ceremony, a reception was held at the Blyth Community Centre. After a wedding trip to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Mom- mersteeg took up residence at 28 Hamilton Street, Goderich. ( Photo by Jim Snyder Call of the d I ;, in( run ',torte( E)LI‘.;rotin(k Int t()u t() (It' ..c r ( )nt.iric t I'rovin( i,ll ['Arkti I nils ti n 11 tell fu F8OOE2683735 and Varna on Thursday. At- tendance from this area was excellent last year. Bus trips are scheduled and on July 13 the trip is to Bingeman Park, Kitchener; on July 27, there will be a nature hike at fp- perwash Military Camp; August 10, Point Farms; August 24, London Children's Museum and Spr- ingbank Park. Parents and others may go on the trips. Children who don't register for the regular program, but wish to participate in special events, may do so by paying a day fee. A phone call to the Rec Centre at 482-3544 before the first day will register your children. The Tiny Tot program for ages 3 to 5 is on Friday'inorn- ings at the Vanastra Rec Centre from 9:30 to 11:30. ANNOUNCEMENT After 18 years in the insurance business with K.W. (Danny) Colquhoun and since January 1977 with our firm, Mrs. Margaret (Marg) Carter has decided to retire. We have accepted her decision with much regret. "Marg" will be taking holidays for the month of July prior to retirement. We know you join with us in wishing her well. We would be pleased if you would drop in to our office and say "Hello" to Janet Cameron who will be doing her utmost to live up to the high standards set by Mrs. Carter. GAISER KNEALE INSURANCE BROKERS INC. 14 ISAAC STREET, Clinton, Ont. ert%GK REALTY & Insurance Inc. 14 Isaac Street, Clinton 482-9747 Gol Nyakas is to be commended for turning the stage into an authentic looking summer home where the Thayers have been vacationing for nearly half a century. On Golden Pond will be —PAGE 11 performed nightly at 8:30 p.m. (except Sunday until July 2 with matinees Wednesday and Thursday at 2:30 p.m. For ticket informa- tion, just call the Playhouse at 238-8451. Eagles cry The Zurich Eagles' first few games for the 1983 season were not typical for them. Their usually very potent bats had been relatively silent during this time. Slow- ly they have turned things around and again are belting the ball to the dismay of the rest of South Huron Slo-Pitch League. Witness to this fact was a 29 - 0 shellacking they en- forced on the Stanley Steamers on June 22 at the Stanley Township diamonds near Varna. Coupled with this was an 18.6 romp over the Bayfield Flyers on June 26 at Zurich. The Eagles seem to be back on track. On June 26 in a battle of the two division leaders, the Bayfield Knighthawks and the Zurich Cobras fought for e alive 8'/z innings to be tied at 9 - 9. The home team Cobras came up in the bottom of the ninth needing only one run to knock the Kighthawks from the ranks of the undefeated and proceeded to stroke three successive singles and that was it; Cobras 10, Knighthawks 9. In other action around the South Huron League; Dashwood hanunered the Bayview Blue Bombers 21 - 3 on June 21 only to lose 11 - 8 to the Bluewater Lakers on Sunday. In action this week the Bayfield Knighthawks are at Varna (Stanley Twp.) on Wednesday at 9 p.m. and will play a rescheduled game with the Bluewater Lakers on June 30 at 7 p.m. at Bayfield. Standings NORTH DIVISION Bayfield Knighhawks Bluewater Lakers Stanley Steamers Bayfield Flyers SOUTH DIVISION Zurich Cobras Zurich Eagles Dashwood Gamblers Bayview Blue Bombers W L P 6 1 12 4 3 8 3 4 6 2 6 4 W 1. P 6 2 12 6 3 12 5 5 10 0 8 0 Bayfield Lions Club PANCAKE BREAKFAST Sunday, July 3rd, 1983 You'll enjoy pancakes, sausage and maple syrup 9 am -1 pm at the Bayfield Community Centre ADULTS 83. CHILDREN UNDER 12 '2. Ifit's from Anstett's it says, `you're special' 1 Albert Street, Clinton 21 Mein Street South. S .forth 211x4 Moira Street, Ea®9®r 203 Durham Street lost, Wolkorton 133 Queen Street lost, 49. Marys An Anstett Diamond ® for a very special Anniversary Gift Pictured above, Anstett's dazzling diamond cluster rings. See our entire collection, starting from only '99.95. 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