The Citizen, 1996-10-16, Page 30Through the years
This book includes a comprehensive history of the village,
its organizations and businesses. Hundreds of old and more
recent photographs depict the lifestyle of the people.
250 pages in all, make this a lifetime keepsake.
Advance Copies can be purchased at
the Municipal Office for $25.00 each.
Post Printing Price $30.00
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By John Schedler
After waxing nostalgic about animated cartoons last week, my pick for
best new release this week is another animated gem from producer Tim
Burton and director Henry Selick who gave us the wonderful Nightmare
Before Christmas a couple of years ago.
James and the Giant Peach **** (Disney - $24.95 or less) is based on
the late Roald Dahl's popular children's book, a fantastic tale about a
lonely child who is forced to live with his wicked aunts after his parents
die. Desperate to escape, James encounters a mysterious old man whose
gift of a bag of magical green "things" lead him on a fantastic voyage to
New York aboard a giant peach. This is a thoroughly charming film,
although like much of Dahl's work it does have a dark and sinister edge
which is one of the reasons I like numerous films based on those books.
While the opening and closing scenes are live action the rest is the most
advanced blend of stop-motion and computer animation I have seen. A
brilliant film in all respects. (Rated G)
Also recommended are these other films based on the books of Roald
Dahl. Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory **** (Warner) featuring
Gene Wilder, has just been re-released. The Witches **** (Warner) with
Anjelica Huston makes a scary Halloween treat and Matilda
(Columbiaffristar), which I'm looking forward to, should be out on video
in the next few months.
Among the other new releases is Primal Fear *** (Paramount) a taught
thriller about arrogant defense attorney (Richard Gere) whose latest client
(Edward Norton) is •accused of murdering a prominent Archbishop. The
film features good performances as well as many surprising plot twists.
(Rated R - mostly for language).
In The Last Supper (ColumbiafTristar) a group of College students host
a series of dinner parties for politically controversial guests which usually
results in their demise. Among the doomed dinner guests are Bill Paxton,
Jason Alexander, Mark Harmon, Charles Durning, Nora Dunn and Ron
Perlman. (Rated R)
Celtic Pride (Hollywood) follows two die-hard Boston Celtic fans
(Daniel Stern & Dan Aykroyd) as they kidnap the opposing team's star
player (Damon Wayans) in an effort to guarantee a win at the NBA finals.
(Rated PG)
Mark Wallenberg and Reese Witherspoon headline the cast of Fear
(MCA/Universal) a thriller about a young woman who discovers the man
of her dreams may not be what he seems. Sounds like a bit like a darker
version of "Mr. Wrong". (Rated R)
And to wrap things up is yet another stop-motion animation title. A
Close Shave ***1/2 (BBC-$11.98) is the third delightful film starring that
indomitable duo Wallace and Gromit. Produced and directed by Nick Park
of Britain's Ardman Animation A Close Shave won this year's Academy
Award Best for Animated Short Film. Recommended! A Close Shave is
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PAGE 30. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 1996
Grey Central Echo
By Crystal Edgar and
Julia Johnston
Grey Central has had two very
interesting weeks of late filled with
interesting activities for the pupils.
We would also like to inform you
as to what our junior and senior
kindergarten classes are up to.
On Friday, Oct. 4 the Student
Council hosted a "Welcome Back
to School" dance which was held in
the gym from 2:35 - 3:25. Grades 5
- 8 really enjoyed the opportunity
to participate in the dance. Under
the watchful eye of Mr. Colquhoun
the students were told to get
dancing and make use of the time
provided. Most students
participated well and we are hoping
for more dances throughout the
year. Pop and chips were sold also.
The DJ's were Brian Oldfield,
James Bank, Phil Affolter and
Ryan Befurt. •
The North Huron Cross Country
Meet was held on Tuesday, Oct. 1
at the Wingham Golf Course. Six
schools participated and some of
the Grey winners were: Mites,
David Schlumpf, Keralca Walker;
Tykes, Brian VanVeen, Julia
Schlumpf; Bantam, Phil Affolter,
Debora Schlumpf.
Congratulations to all the runners
for their great effort.
Early Years News
The students had a very busy
September getting acquainted and
learning about apples. Applesauce
making and tasting were definitely
the best part of the unit.
Beautiful leaves and a huge
turkey appear on the bulletin board
in the primary hall. The turkey's tail
feathers are full of all the things for
which the students are thankful.
The Early Years class has been
fortunate to have many volunteers
visit and help with activities.
One hundred years of fashion was the theme of the special show this past Wednesday night
in Brussels when the Majestic Women's Institute hosted the 57th Guelph Area Convention.
In addition to the fashion show the two-day event had other entertainment ,as well as the
business portion of the convention.
Brussels
PS news
Continued from page 2
teaching us about fire safety.
In Mrs. Uhler's class there was a
caterpillar that Mrs. Uhler brought
in. On Tuesday the chrysalis
opened and out came a beautiful
monarch butterfly. That day they
let it go, but it stayed. The next
morning they found it on the
ground. It was too weak to fly.
Celebrate
the history of Brussels
by entering the contest to name the History Book
Submissions are to be handwritten and submitted
to the Municipal Office at
399 Turnberry Street by 5 p.m. on October 17, 1996
Buy your advance copy of the
Brussels History Book and Save!