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Times-Advocate, 1979-05-16, Page 18Page 18 Times-Advocate, May 16, 1979 use names director, manager Bill Amos, Huron Country Playhouse board chairman, announced recently that Aileen Taylor-Smith has been named Playhouse artistic director and that Marc Quinn has been named general manager. ; Both positions currently held by James Murphy, Playhouse founder, who announced his resignation effective at the end of the current 1979 season. Miss Taylor-Smith and Mr. Quinn will,begin their appointments in November, 1979. Miss Taylor-Smith, already known to Playhouse audiences as an actress, was selected from 21 applicants. Marc Quinn, a recent graduate from the University of Waterloo, is currently associated with the Playhouse as director of operations. “We are most enthusiastic about these two ap­ pointments’’, said Amos, “and look forward to their artistic and administrative leadership at the Playhouse.” While most of the attention is focused on the big cam­ paign in the federal election, are another campaign snould not go by unnoticed. Grand Bend’s Huron Country Playhouse has launched their subscription ticket campaign. By selling season tickets they hope to increase the number of regular theatre supporters. According to Bert Albertson, Chairman of the Subscription Committee, “Subscribers are the back­ bone of the theatre. And in a very important way, they are part of the theatre they patronize. It is their support of the whole season of plays that determines the quality of the productions.” Publicity director for the theatre, Charla Black says that support from the local community gives inspiration to the artists in the theatre. THOSE DANDELIONS DON'T HAVE A CHANCE — Even with a foot and an arm in casts, Bill Love, caretaker at Grand Bend United Church mows the lawn. T-A phoio Couples aid retarded Resort UCW host youngsters Aileen Taylor-Smith Marc Quinn This is the eighth season for Huron Country Playhouse. They opened in 1972 under the direction of James Murphy. At that time they hoped to convert an old barn into a theatre, but in­ stead rented a tent. After two more seasons in the huge tent, construction on a theatre began in 1975. A lighting system and outdoor walkways were added to the rustic barn-like structure in 1976. —the--------------- BOOK STORE HAVE YOU READ A GOOD BOOK LATELY. GRAND BEND 21 MAIN ST., . Xfft / Besf Interest 10 We represent many Trust Companies. We are often able to arrange for the highest interest being offered on Guaranteed Investment Certificates. * subject to change Gaiser-Kneale ^wlllSk Insurance Agency Inc. EXETER 235-2420 GRAND BEND 238-8484 CLINTON 482-9747 He's a hard man to keep down!! It would take a lot to slow Bill Love down, especially with last week’s warm weather, and dandelions rearing their yellow heads. Despite having both a foot and an arm in casts, Mr. Love continues mowing,the grass and doing the cleaning at Grand Bend United Church. Two accidents earlier this spring resulted in a broken wrist and fractured ankle for Mr. Love. A window broken Only a few tickets left Less than a dozen $100 tickets are left on Grand Bend Lions draw for a Southcott Pines homesite, Project Chairman Peter Warner revealed this week. “It looks like some last- minute buyers will be disap­ pointed because I expect we’ll be sold out before the draw date, June 1’’, he stated. Lions launched the raffle in March to raise funds for preliminary work on their community park project behind the Legion Hall. The club plans to fence the 4- acre site and develop one or two recreation areas, such as a ball park, in the near future. “We’re very pleased with the support from the area”, said Lions President Frank McAllister. “I think it shows that the people of Grand Bend and vicinity are wholeheartedly behind the concept of a community park. We think it’s one of the most urgent needs of community”. For the fund-raising fie, Lions limited number of tickets to a total of 200, which ensures that buyers have excellent odds to win. The homesite in Southcott Pines has 105’ and 170’ fron­ tages on Lakeview and Grand Oaks avenues. It’s directly Brewster parcel on the historic old river bed. Lions chose a homesite as a raffle prize because of the significant appreciation that has occurred in property values in the Pinery subdivi­ sion. Ten years ago, a similar-sized lot sold for $2,- 500; the average price today is $16,000. by vandals in cold weather caused some of the church’s pipes to freeze up. While Mr. Love was inspecting the damage, a pipe gave way and fell on a chair, breaking it. Pieces of the broken chair hit Mr. Love’s ankle. This freak accident caused the other injury. While hobbling on the sore ankle, Mr. Love stumbled and broke his wrist. Mr. Love didn’t consider the accidents major at the time, but after a few days, he had the bones x-rayed and both fractures were set in casts. The cumbersome plaster didn’t stop Mr. Love from doing his work as caretaker of the church. With a plastic bag over his foot, and an elastic band holding his shirt sleeve in place over his arm, he carries on. But the casts are soon to come off, and Mr. Love says “I’m counting the days, don’t think I’m not.” Mr. Love who says he’s “just 80”, has been the custodian of Grand Bend United Church for about 25 years. He estimates that length of time' by the fact that the present furnace was installed in 1956, and he can remember stoking the fire in the wood stove before that. The U.C.W. met Thursday afternoon at United church S.S. rooms with 6 young mothers and 15 pre school children as guests. Roll call was answered by “Needs of a child”. Fern Love conducted the business portion of the meeting. discussed for the annual U.C.W. service to be held June 3. A gift and card was presented to Mrs. Jessie Finkbeiner by Elda Adams, Mrs. Finkbeiner is shortly leaving Grand Bend to live near her daughter Mrs. C. B. Sanders in Welland. Devotions were conducted by Elizabeth Norris. Hymns “Nearer my God to Thee” and “Jesus loves me” were sung. Scripture from Luke '■■Lucille Chapter 4 reading to verse 18. She also gave a reading from Dr. Salk of Cornell University entitled, “Stop exploiting children”. Devotions closed with prayer. Iva Latta read stories to the children. Lunch hostesses were Olga Chipchase and Iva Latta with several helpers. The children were served ice cream and cookies, juice and milk. Ladies had tea and cookies. At this meeting items were brought in for the layette, an annual project of the U.C.W. for Family and Children service. Several scarves and articles for teenagers were also handed in. Plans were Thankoffering Couples club meet Thirteen members of the Couples Club met Saturday evening at the S.S. rooms in United church. Donna Lovie conducted business. The club are collecting Canada Packers labels. It was an­ nounced that the collection from the Sunrise Easter service will be used for “Flowers of hope cam­ paign.” Larry Taylor gave a presentation .of fire prevention in the home, on a cassette and film strip. A reading “No charge” was given by Elsie Keyes. Couples in charge were Paula and Larry Taylor, Elsie and Leroy Keyes, Millie and Morley Des Jar­ dine and Dawn and Terry Crabe. Church of God About 70 attended a Mother and Daughter banquet with a “carry in” supper at the church S.S. rooms Friday night. Following supper a wor­ ship and program was held upstairs in the church. Marian Snider led in singing “Happy the home when love is there”. The program portrayed scenes of childhood mothers and grandmother’s. First scene mother and pre­ schoolers and a poem read by Betty Campbell “lam a child.” Second scene was Vincent with daughters Lori and Michelle. Lucille and Michelle sang “I would be true” accompanied by Lori on piano. Third scene was an article on teenagers. Fourth scene, grandmother, Janet Desjardine and daughter Valerie, reminiscing on life. Valerie read a children’s story. Meeting closed singing, “Faith of our Mohters” accompanied on the piano by Laura Lee Campbell.At the Church of God Sunday morning service the oldest mother present, Mrs. Rosie Grigg, was presented with a pot of flowers. At the evening service the ladies had charge of the worship service led by president of the ladies group, Katie Vincent. A sang Joshua 15th chapter, verses 16-19. Choir anthem “Mother’s Day”. . was Hold lawn, bake sale A lawn and bake sale are being sponsored by the Couples Club on July 7. Any donations are welcome. Items may be left with any member or at the manse, Pick up of donated articles can be arranged. Bridge winners Winners of the duplicate bridge game held last Wednesday evening at St. Johns Parish hall were, north-south, Mary Ferguson and Dave Brenner; east­ west, a tie, between Marg Green and Glen Masse, and Nan Cummings and Lenore Orr. Hamilton’s Sr. were Brad and Brent Hamilton. Lawrence Johnson returned home from a three week bus driving trip to California, Saturday night. Sunday dinner guests with the Johnson’s were Mr. & Mrs. Duncan Robin and Southampton, Mrs. Mae Holt, Beulah Holt, Erwin and Roh Holt. BE GENEROUS This week is National Week for the Mentally Retarded. Please welcome the canvasser when she calls on you. r across from Park, an 8-acre McVittie, Lawrence, Mrs. women’s choir “Wonderful peace.” School at both churches Sunday, May 27 will be Sunday school day at both churches. Further details later. Child baptised Dwight Jason Shepherd, son of Dwight and Brenda Shepherd was baptized at the morning service in the United church. This was a Family Day service and Rev. H. Moore’s sermon topic was “Christian Family Sunday” — 1979, based on scripture from meprj? rags: Fashion Boutique Anyone interested in serving on the Grand Bend and area recreation committee is invited to submit written applications to Mrs. Brenda Jennison Box 340 Grand Bend Pauline Lingard Chairman Grand Bend and area Recreation Committee J Notice W.l. to meet Women’s Institute members are reminded of their May meeting coming up on the 17th, 7:30 p.m. in S.S. rooms of United church. Topic is Horticulture and an exchange of plants will be held. Summary day for the Needlepoint short course will be May 23, South Huron Rec Centre, Exeter, time 7:15 p.m. Members having needlepoint items to display at the Summary day, may bring them the evening of the W.l. meeting. Persona Is Alex and Clara Hamilton returned Saturday evening after a three week trip covering many of the states in U.S. and travelling over 6,000 miles. Some hi-lites were stops at Disneyland, Grand Canyon, Painted Desert, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Mormon Tabernacle. Supper guests Sunday night with the Picnic at Menesetung There will be an Open House Picnic at Camp Menesetung on Sunday, May 27, from 3 to 7 p.m. Everyone is invited — parents, future campers, interested persons. See the ‘ facilities, enjoy a picnic supper, and sing song, take part in sports activities and meet the camp directors and staff. You are asked to bring: your own picnic supper and utensils, lawn chairs and blankets. Coffee, tea and cold drinks will be available at minimal charge. * k. Citizen's committee is being formed to plan for the development of the Grand Bend Recreational Property (previously the Patterson property). Interested residents of the community should apply in writing to the Clerk s office P.O. Box 340 Grand Bend before May 31st. Inquiries regarding the work of the committee may be made at the Clerk's office. Louise Clipperton Clerk J Give Me a Chance To Show You! "I'm told that I'm mentally handicapped . . . What ever that means. If it means that keeping up with the other kids in school... or needing some help to understand my job . . . or taking longer to learn about sports, then I guess I'm handicapped. "But give me a chance to show you.I" a • Pens • Calendars • Mugs • Buttons • T-Shirts • Caps • Labels • Lighters • Matches You name it and well supply It with your personal Imprint or Call Rob Grant _ 235-1018 in Exeter^Wmiiiii i ji LOCAL CRAFTSMEN FEATURED — Doris Thompson shows an example of fossil art - prehistoric creatures made entirely of fossils. Also featured in her shop Winners World will be corn husk dolls and driftwood arrangements. Newcomers open shop & $ All mentally handicapped have the ability to learn. Most want to be productive . . . and they want to contribute ... ana be a part of their community. You can help us help them. By working together we can help these people achieve their potential, and, perhaps, to join the gainfully employed, to become taxpayers, and to make their own contribution to Society. Would you share your "good luck' with them. Would you share our goal of helping them live in a state of dignity and enjoy living in this our, and their community. YOU CAN BY SUPPORTING OUR ANNUAL FLOWERS OF HOPE CAMPAIGN South Huron & District Association For The MENTALLY HANDICAPPED Box 29, DASHWOOD BOBSOUTHCOTT DONALD W. CAMPBELL PRESIDENT EXECUTIVE-DIRECTOR DONNA GREB, CAMPAIGN CHAIR PERSON -< The summer spirit of fashion • Sportswear , • Swimwear Dresses Gowns • Lingerie • Jewellery Open 7 days a week 10-6 I ’A miles south of Grand Bend on Hwy 21 238-2818 Continued from page 17 Mackie started the business in 1911. Phillips says he still makes the orangeade the way they did then-freshly squeezed oranges every day. “There’s no concentrated juice, it has to be made fresh,” Phillips says. He also says it’s important to buy juicy oranges and keep them at the right temperature. Another bright new sign on Main Street will read “Marion’s Arcade.” The new owner of the building that most Grand Bend residents will know as “Stanley’s Market” is Marion Cherny. .Mrs. Cherny plans to run a pin-ball arcade and serve char-broiled food. Her husband, Canada’s favorite fiddler Al Cherny, will be helping her when he’s not on the road entertaining. Their son Peter will be working with Mrs. Cherny on week ends. The Chernys will be living in an attractive apartment the y’ve remodelled at the back of the arcade. Complete renovations are under way at the Village Inn. New owners Michael Owen and David Wilkinson are opening up a french restaurant. Owen says they will be serving first class French food, with European catering. The interior of the restaurant has been redecorated with stuccoed walls and cafe curtains. They plan to stay open year round and would like to set up a gourmet dining club in September. In addition to the gourmet restaurant Owen says they will be re-opening the coffee shop. “It will be along respec­ table lines, with slightly unusual dishes.” Owen says. They will be serving breakfasts, light meals, and perhaps small buffets at lunch. Owen and Wilkinson have closed the bowling alley, and the bus depot has been mov­ ed to Rollie’s Sports and Cy­ cle. As soon as the sewer work is completed, bathrooms will be installed in all the hotel rooms at the Village Inn. Brian and Jackie Edwards along with son, Bob, have recently taken over the Downtowner Restaurant. Older visitors to Grand Bend will remember it as Prout and Lamont’s Shop. Edwards says he plans to be open “13 months of the year” and already has a steady clientel. The Edwards came from London, where Brian worked for the Rib Cage and Wendie’s Old Fashioned Hamburgers. The Edwards will be liv­ ing at the back of the restaurant, and also have quarters for some of their staff. Edwards says he’ll be open at 7:00 a.m. for breakfast, and stay open un­ til midnight, except on Sun­ days. Edwards says they soecialize in fish and chips. and their pork chops are the best around. Doris Thompson says her new shop “Winners World” is going to be activity oriented. Ms. Thompson, who is herself an artist, plans to have various artists and craftsmen selling their wares in her shop. But more than just displays, she hopes to have the artists sitting in the window working on crafts. Ms. Thompson has set up her business in the building recently vacated by the Decorating Centre. As well as doing oil paintings and running ’'“Winners World” Ms. Thompson teaches nur­ sing part time through Fanshawe College. She has already lined up local talent to show and sell their work. She will have stained glass work, fossil art, oil paintings, pottery, quilts, macrame, leatherwork, corn husk dolls, and other such things. Plans for expansion are already underway — she hopes to have interested ar­ tists set up displays in the two vacant lots behind the building. It will be called “Our Back Yard”. The other half of “Winners World” will be a whole sale outlet for Pen- man’s garments. Ms. Thompson operated this business in Strathroy before coming to Grand Bend. She will be supplying other retail stores throughout south­ western Ontario with sports and leisure garments. X g & <5 I £: $ I ■g For the biggest and most beautiful Grand Opening! i!iiiUiiiiiiiHiiniuiiiiii!iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiinnHiiiiiiiiininniiiiiiimiiiiininiinii||||lhlltll| GRAND BEND DECORATING WISH TO THANK YOU FOR THE GREAT SUCCESS OF OUR GRAND OPENING AND ANNOUNCE THE DRAW WINNERS. TO iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiitiiiitiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiin 1ST - SOUTHCOTT PINES LOT TICKET to Mrs. J.A. Manore, Grand Bend. 2ND - $100 VOUCHER to Mrs. Helen MacDonald, 3RD - $50 VOUCHER to Jerry Alger 2 GAL. EX. PAINT to Annette Alger 2 GAL. EX. PAINT to Mrs. Taylor, Ontario St. $50 OF SUNWORTHY WALLPAPER - Judy Diotte, $50 OF BIRGE WALLPAPER - Yvonne Collez Grand Bend. $50 OF MAYFAIR WALLPAPER - Ron Ducharme, Zurich. BATHROOM ACCESSORIES - Bill Tew, Grand Bend Lucan. Grand Bend T H| GRAND BEND DECORATING 1 and FLOORING CENTRE ■| HWY. #21 238-8603 □