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Times-Advocate, 1982-03-31, Page 23Too many of us small tow folks suffer from th delusion that bigger i better. Or at least, we seem to think that further away is better. How often do we drive right by ow local shops and go to the big city to buy new clothes? Why do we jump in our cars and drive 100 miles on a Sunday afternoon to hunt for antique and craft shops, when we drive right by similar s�each day in our own bourhooda? „ How often do we drive for an hour to go to an auction sale, but we can't be bothered when there's a sale just 10 minutes away? And here we are, just a stone's throw from Grand Bend, but do we take time out to enjoy the tourist at- tractions? When was the last time you took an afternoon off to enjoy Lake Huron's shore at. Grand Bend, the Pinery or Ipperwash? Yet we'll spend $1,000 to sit on a beach in the Caribbean which probably isn't as nice. The Lambton Heritage Museum is a good example of this problem. People come from long distances by the bus load to tour the museum, while those of us in the area seldom visit ft. We also think that we have to travel a long distance to get good entertainment. Well, folks, that's just no longer true. One of the greatest success stories in our area is Huron Country Playhouse. And if you haven't been to the playhouse, shame on you. I know what you're saying - you were forced to go to Shakespearean plays in f Stratford when you were in s school and you were never so bored in all your life. You've p hated live theatre ever since. e Well, it's your loss. The truth is that if you H went back to Stratford now, you'd probably enjoy it. But g if I can't convince you of la that, can I convince you that j you would enjoy Huron t Country Playhouse? First of r all, it's a very relaxed at- t mosphere - how can a place n be stuffy when you're sitting k in a barn and the swallows tai fly through from time to time? And the entertainment is fun. The playhouse thrives on comedy. In fact, many of their plays have been hit comedy movies - and don't try to tell me that you don't like movies! I can honestly say that this year's line-up of plays looks like it will be the best season ever. I was recently invited to their little party when they announced the new season. It was an exciting event, and a sure sign that spring's here and summer's just around the corner. The playhouse has a great Mary's musings By Mary Alderson � n team in charge - manag e Heather Redick and direr 3 Ail y Guest preacher speaks at St. John's about religious cults Rev. Peter Baldwin of the Milverton, Millbank and Atwood Parish, was the exchange preacher at St. John's. His topic for the '' morning service was "cults". Rev. Baldwin spoke er very knowledgeably about tor three of these new faiths - the to y on he ha s so I If 'S ay or -Smit They've made it a point give the people what the want. This year, the seas starts out with T Mousetrap, the Agat Christie thriller that ha been a hit in England for long. Next they're doing Ought to be in Pictures. that sounds familiar, it because it's a hit movie making the circuits just now -you've been hearing the ads on television. It's by Nell Simon, who just keeps churning out comedy hit after comedy hit. If you've been out to the playhouse in the past, you'll remember other Neil Simon hits - The Oddtple (yes, that's the one they based the TV series on), The Sunshine Boys and Chapter Two. Next on the roster is The fashionedFourposter. It's a good comedy thatold take place in a couple's bedroom It traces their marriage from the honeymoon to their retirement. There's bound to be something there you can identify with. Then they're doing But- terflies are Free. It was a movie a few years ago starring Goldie Hawn. It's about a young blind man who decides it's time to cut the apron strings and get his own apartment. He strikes up a friendship with the girl next door who just Isn't the type mother will approve of. And finally there's Oliver. That's the poor kid in the TV commercial who asks for more pudding. It will be amity fun with lots of inging and dancing. Heather and Aileen have romised some other special vents, , too. On June 25th, here's a •concert with agood Hardy. He's the ianist who made the song omecoming famous. They ve a jazz band coming on Lily 4 - Jim Galloway and he Metro Stompers. And the umours are flying that here's going to be more big ame concerts. I'll let you now when I get Heather to k some more. - If you've been to the playhouse once or twice, this is the year to go back. As well as the good lineltp of entertainment they're promising some Im- provements. Heather says they'll have "real toilets that work!' Construction is underway for renovations including a new stage for cabaret shows and children's plays. As you've probably guessed by now, I'm a true believer in the Playhouse. I've been attending plays there over the last 10 years, and the improvements have s • NOTICE TOUR OF FRANKENMUTH The GB Chamber of Commerce has acquired a second bus for its scheduled one day tour of Frankenmuth, Michigan on April 12. There are now 24 to 30 additional seats, at $10 each, available to the public. First come --- first served. For more information and tickets, call Mae Morenz at 21.1-2822 Grand Bend Ratepayers Assisted Housing Survey to Determine Need for Assisted and Market Rental Housing for Senior Citizens and Families by Questionnaire The Grand Bend Council has decided to carry out a study to assist in determining the need for assisted and market rental housing for senior citizens and families. Based on a review of the area housing situation, the local study will include an assess- ment of economic trends, growth factors, and current and future housing needs. Additional information will be gathered through advertising, direct mail questionnaires and interviews, A self-explanatory questionnaire will be mailed to senior citizens and families asking them if they are interested in assisted or market rental accommodation. Residents who do not receive a questionnaire by mail, or would like additional information, may obtain the forms and further information from, Louise Clipperton, Clerk -Treasurer, Grand Bend, - Ontario. After it receives the results of the survey in- dicating a need for a specific number of units, a municipality may: - Develop an assisted and market rental hous ing project on its own through a municipal non-profit housing agency; - Ask the Ministry of Rousing to seek private sector involvement to secure units under the Rent Supplement Program or Private Assisted Rental Program; - Encourage the creation of a local non-profit group - community, labour or' service club organization, for examOle - to develop a non-profit housing project. Mormon faith, Christian Science faith and Children of Love. He told us that people are easily drawn into these religions, especially young people who may be rejected, afraid and feel that they are unworthy and have a strong feeling of uncertainty of the future. They have a great vulnerability and are ready to change their lives. Rev. Baldwin told us as Christiana we should be able to proclaim our faith when we are confronted with these other sects. We should be able to give the same stability to the young people of today. Let us point out the great love of God who gave His Son Jesus Christ to die for us on the Cross. We should prepare our- selves and others in Christian ways for His coming again. Coffee hour hostess today following the morning service was Mrs. Marj Richardson. The ladies group of St. John's will meet m the Huron farm news Continued from page 21 2500 feet from the upstream point of commencement of t the arainage works may be assessed under this section; also no drainage works the total estimated cost of which will exceed $7500.00 shall be constructed under this sec- tion. There is no grant on a re- quisition drain. It you no not have an ex- isting ditch or creek in which to dump your outlet water and the above three approaches do not work, then there is no way that you can drain your land. If you wish to discuss this in more depth, please feel free to call Sam Bradshaw at 482-3428 or Zenith 7-3040. Sam Bradshaw, Engineering Assistant. been remarkable. We are really lucky to have such great entertainment close by. Let's support it, and while we're at It, support our other local attractions and businesses. Us small town and country folks need each other! Parish Hall on Thursday, April 1 at 2:00 p.m. Grand Cove news Items The ladies of the Grand Cove quilting group met for a luncheon on Thursday, March 11, 1982. A draw amongst the members for the "Friendship Quilt," for which each lady had designed a block, was held. The winner was Thelma .user SIGN OF THE TIMES This year has certainly been a hard winter and a few fixtures around the village show it. This sign on River Road has been seen to be hang- ing like this for several weeks. Harwood's. • Stuffed Easter Animals • Solid Chocolate Easter Telephone (519)238-8540 Anderson. This month of March, Grand Cove residents were saddened with the death of two residents. Sincere and deepest sympathy is ex- tended to Donald Hoggarth on the death of his wife Mary, on March 18 and to Marian Pyper on the death of her husband George on March 22. Congratulations and best wishes to Elizabeth and Bob Peat who celebrated their 58th wedding anniversary on March 14. Personals Mr. and Mrs. Art Webb of Green Acres returned home Sunday evening March 21 after a three-week holiday in Haines City, Florida. Brent Hamilton spent some March break holidays here with his Kennedy grandparents, and with his father Brad, Rita and Allen Hamilton, in Windsor. Brent's cousin, Jennifer Weigand accompanied him home to Owen Sound, where she holidayed at her aunt and uncle's, Mary Lynn and Jim McGregor. Mr. and Mrs. Elgin Adams and Mrs. Susie Devine visited Friday and Saturday in London with Susie's granddaughter and family, Pat and Lanny Scrimegour, Angela and Jeff. Jeff and his father attended a hockey tournament Friday in Kit- chener, and Jeff scored five goals. Mr. and Mrs. Brent Harrington and Andrea of London called for a day last week to visit the baby's great -great -grandma, Mrs. Mae Holt, and her great aunt Beaulah Holt. Laura Campbell returned home Saturday after a weak in Victoria Hospital, London. .COMPu MAO INCOME TAX RETURNS -ANY SIZE - INVESTMENTS /N LEADING TRUST COMPANIES - BEST RATES - BEST SECURITY - NO CHARGE BOOKKEEPING FIN. STATEMENT CANFARM Agent - First Call N. Obligation - n O.or;u Sr. N. (Opposite Brewers Retail Hwy 21) oRGu ART READ GRAND BEND, ONTARI (519) 238-2388 Grand Bend Ratepayers SENIOR CITIZEN APARTMENTS FAMILY RENTAL HOUSING - If you are sixty years of age or over OR - If you have one or more children AND • If your present accommodation is inadequate • If your income is modest THIS IS OF INTEREST TO YOUI Your municipal council is trying to determine the need for ossisted and market rental hous- ing for senior citizens and families in your community. Questionnaires are being distributed to senior citizens and tenant families as part of a survey to determine the interest in this type of housing. ONLY BE COMPLETING A QUESTIONNAIRE CAN YOU HELP TO DETERMINE WHETHER THERE IS A DEMAND FOR ASSISTED AND MARKET RENTAL ACCOMMODATION FOR FAMILIES AND SENIOR CITIZENS. Public Meeting: April 16, 1982 at Grand Bend Town Hall. Time: 7 p.m. Families and seniors interested in obtaining more information should contact: Clerk -Treasurer Louise Clipperton Grand Bend .rare•••-••s"MY w- -. -. •♦ , • . '•-. Times -Advocate, March 31, 1982 Pae. 23 APPLYING PAINT PRIMER - Bob Heywood of RHES Painting, Exeter, puts primer on the lock box access doors at Grand Bend's post office. An electrician finish- ed all the overhead light fixtures on Friday as well. 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