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The Goderich Signal-Star, 1987-04-01, Page 10PAGE 10 GODER1CH SIGNAL -STAR., WEDNESDAY, APRIL I, 1987 Federal Business Banque federale Development Bank de developpement ciUSINESS MA 141, Cauad GEMENT SEMINA s DAILY TECHNIQUES FOR IMPROVED TIME MANAGEMENT How effectively do you manage your time? This seminar will improve your daily productivity by eliminating time wasters & creating time. THURSDAY, APRIL 233 9 AM - Noon TIME MANAGEMENT BY PLANNING YOUR WOAK Planning your work in advance is key to successful time management. Learn to set priorities, organize, coordinate and control. THURSDAY, APRIL 239 1 PM - 4 PM LOCATION: Bedford Hotel, 92 Courthouse Sq., Goderich Registration Fee: $50. per seminar; $85.00 for b.th For information and Registrati8n, Call Dave Coleman 1-800-265-4594 Service Cl Re jo al convention for Li The town of Goderich and its Lion Club members will play host to more than 500 visiting Lions and Lionesses at a three-day regional convention here April 10-12. The Goderich Club, with assistance from clubs in Auburn, Blyth, Clinton - and Londesboro, will host the 1987 Maitland Valley Convention that .will feature par- ticipation from 49 area clubs representing a geographical area from Lions Head in the north, to Shelburne in -the east and west to Huron County. Plans for the joint,Lion-Lioness (onven- tion have been in the works, for over two years and convention chairman, Paul Spit-; tal, says the three-day affair will bring a bit of Lion spirit into town. "We hosted the regional convention here in 1980 and it was very successful. The town can handle it," he explained. "The real purpose of the convention is to foster fellowship and learn about Lionisrn but there will also be service activities, the election of a district governor and the parade on Saturday." The convention begins Friday, April 10 With .a friendship party at Sattford Valley 3 Da EVERYTI11110 IN THE STORE HOURS: THURSDAY, APRIL 2 9 AM - 6 PM FRIDAY, APRIL 3 ' 9 AM - 9 PM SATURDAY, APRIL 4 •9 AM - 6 PM all Excludes Legg's & Scouting Products LEES SHOPPING CENTRE 54 The Square, Goderich We're Fully Equipped for any Job ® Trucking * Gravel, Sand & Stone ® Bulldozing * Excavating ® Top Soil * Septic Systems "No j b is t big or too midi" Trucking a Excavating Clinton Shop 482-992 r t:t s to Dr. Michael Butler Hall, beginning at 9 p.m. AU of the wkeicend'3 ey.ents,.win b.e helcLat,Sallford,.. The convention's i official opening ceremonies will take place Saturday mor- ning at 9:30 a.m. and Will be f llowed by service activity infrrmation s0ssions, e in G derich presentation of reports from cabinet and the nomination and presentation of candidates. The convention parade, which will feature 15 floats representing various clubs and assorted bands and entries, will take place at 2:30 p.m. The Governor's Banquet will begin at 7 p.m. Saturday and will feature guest speaker Dr. Michael Butler of Kerrville, Texas, who had served a two-year term as International Director of Lions Clubs following his election at the association's 67th annual convention in San Francisco in 1984. The owner and operator of a construc- tion company, Past Director Butler has held numerous offices in Lionism, in- cluding district governor and his multiple district's treasurer. For his efforts he has been the recipient of The Master Key, the Extension Award, three International President's Awards and the Melvin Jones Fellow Award. He was also the recipient of the Am- bassador of Goodwill Award, the highest honor granted by Lions Clubs Interna- done to itsmembe'rs. - On Sunday, the clubs will enjoy brunch and will conduct business and voting for of- ficers before disbanding at noon: 13roa liste ran:e of pro in leisure -Recreation is a keystone in the quality of life we all enjoy as citizens • of Goderich," 'said Mayor Eileen Palmer in this year's spring and summer edition of 'Leisure Activities Guide'. Godetich Recreation Department pro- vides the guide as a service to all Goderich and area residents and lists a broad,range of summer programs, their starting times, registration information 4nd costs. Ac- tivities are for' Children, youths and adults who want to do more this summer than get a tan. Atocal delivery service was used to sup- ply every household in Goderich with a copy of the guide. Rural areas should have received a copy in the mail, said Program Co-ordinator Bob Marshall. • Marshall produced and wrote the guide at a budgeted cost of $1,100 for the 4,500 to 5,000 copies. This is the sixth year for the • service. • • Nonprofit organizations can advertize &the guide at for a small fee, said Mar- shall, about the cost of producing one page, he added. • The department also produces a fall' and winterguide and Marshall says submis- , • sions arid advertising for, it should be 'recieved by the end of July. A complete, listing of special events, as well as programs for youth, adults and children are included in the guide. Here is a brief breakdown of what is happening • this summer in Goderich, but for more:in- formation contering registration, ,starting times and costs consult the guide or con- tact the Goderich Recreation Department. SPECIAL EVENTS • • Fitweek( forMerly National Physical Ac- tivity Week) begins May 22. A number of activities( as yet undetermined) by local businesses and groups are planned. ,Last year, six million dollars in 12,000 events was raised coast'to coast. Entry forms for the Canada Day Parade will be available in May and prizes will be awarded in various catagories. Festival of Arts and Crafts will be held July 16, 17 and 18 at Court House Park by the Recreation Department. Ontario ar- tisans, craftspeople, painters and photographers will display and sell their creations. A flower show is planned. Goderich 10km Classic Run will be held July 18 and prizes toataling $600 in mer- chandise are up for grabs. Contestants compete in various age and gender catagories. In addition to regular swimming lessons, ams ide public swimming and life saving courses, Judith Gooderham Pool is offering special events including: Canada Day cejebration July 1- cake will be served; Tiger Dunlop Days Aug.3- enjoy apple cider; a senior citizen swim Mon. to Fri. • ACTIVITIES FOR YOUTH AND ADULTS If enough interest is shown, an amateur wrestling club,••will be forrned. A mixed media .art class is scheduled. to • start April 11 with thelirst of eight classes. Materials will be supplied. Learn the Fox Trot, Tango and Waltzing .11'th a ball room dancing program set to start March 31. , A Calligraphy(penmanship) course Will • be offered for beginners April 7 and for more advanced June 1. • - " Marshall stressed that programs , Specifically for youths 13-15 have been in-; eluded in the guideand these are: Creative Drama for Youth is an extension 'of the. • Little Theatre, emphasising practical ' drama through use of theatre games, and improvisat' ons; Teen Recreation Drop-in provides pay -is -you -play sports ,-- Nolleyball, basketball floor hockey , and ' others. •. • .TennisiliStPUCtion beprovid&1atthe, courts at Judith. Gooderham Park for beginners and more, advanced players. There will be six one hour lessons and star- ting. date is June 30. A fitnessprogram will be available for. all levels from low-iMpact aerobics through advanced and regular trim -a -size up to aerobics plus. Classes will be held mourningS and afternoons, as well as, an after.work class. CHILDREN Childrens Theatre Workshop fir ages 5-12 begins 'April 9 and enhances imagina- tion, sensitivity and awareness through play-acting and pantomime. A live perfa- mance is not included. Gymnastics for children age 5-12 begins April 9. There will be ten classes of tumbl- ing, balance beam and box horse instruc- tion. Ontario Gymnastics Federation's Gymfit program provides the lessons. Karate for ages 6-9 begins April 11 and teaches self-defence,and discipline. Kinder gym and crafts for ages 3-5 is a' pre-school program to develope social, physical and creative skills and begins April 11. Tennis, minor soft ball and T -ball for children of all ages are available this sum- mer. Marshall said coachs for minor ball are needed. Po 4-6Bridaf (1.4dd0 ° • Yes, We Are Open! Al and Nancy invite you to view their new selection of wedding gowns, bridesmaid dresses, flowergirl dresses and headpieces at their Temporary Location 21 Market Place 2nd Floor Downtown Stratford, Across from City Hall They also have a complete line of Freeman Formals Tuxedos and all the gowns that you saw in the Mar.8/87 fashion show at the Benmiller lnn. Feel free to drop in anytime. Store flours Mon. - Wed. & Sat. 9 - 5:30 Thurs. & Fri. 9-9 273-0023