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Times Advocate, 1994-12-21, Page 40Page 40 Times -Advocate, December 21, 1994 CflMM1 ]NTT High school treats little ones to drama The grade 11 Children's theatre class of South Huron -- District High School presented "Marissa and Jesse's Big Adventure" for vistiting elementary students from Pre- cious Blood and Grand Bend Public School on Thursday aftemoon. Another class took their performance out to local schools earlier in the week. Above right Sherri Beierling (left) is all tied up with Lance Weiss standing guard and Rianne Laye making threats. The students (above) were thoroughly entranced with the show. Drll' Santa... I know that you are very busy up there at the North Pole, as Christmas is only fifteen days away. I'll keep my letter short and simple. Christmas Eve could you please bring me a robot, a set of dinky cars and a new outfit to wear. Also could you please bring me some stocking stuffers. I'll leave out a snack of milk and cookies for you to enjoy. I'll also remember to leave out something for the reindeer to snack on before your long flight home again. I'd like to wish my Grandpa and Grandma Stanley, Grandpa and Grandma Payne, all my aunts, uncles, cousins and friends a "merry Christmas and a happy new year." Scott Payne - age 9 Crediton son of Ken and Laurie Tips for a hassle -free holiday The holidays are right around the corner and it's time to get in that yule -tide frame of mind. Getting your home and yourself ready for all the fun is definitely step one. Remember, this year can be the best ever if you're prepared for all the surprises that the holidays bring. To help make this season more enjoyable and stress -free, follow these three easy steps - and stay close to the mistletoe! to Make our home warm and cozy. With friends, relatives and unex- pected visitors stopping by, your house or apartment should be both welcoming and festive. To make your environment "scent-sational" and your state of mind more relaxed, put a few cinnamon sticks in a pan of cider and simmer on the stove - the delicious aroma will fill your home. Give your bathroom a holiday ambience with pretty bowls of potpourri and matching candles. And don't stop at the inside of your home - fragrant holiday wreaths with aromatic berries and dried flow- ers will welcome your guests before they even step inside. to Attitude is everything. With holiday parties filling your calendar, you naturally want to look and feel your best. The "heat" is on, with 4 fuzzy mohair sweat -dresses and crushed velvet jumpers - they're all the rage this year! Don't get overheated from all, the excitement in these winter fabrics. Stay cool and dry with an edge of self-assurance which is the key to merry mingling. Remember, don't stand by the eggnog waiting for someone to approach you - introduce yourself to unknown guests and smile, smile, smile! Your strong self-esteem will li ht up the room. Food for thought. Even when you make your list and check it twice, you'll inevitably have a few unexpected visitors stopping by to wish you good tidings. There's nothing more stressful than an unantic- ipated hungry guest. The trick is to be prepared. Stock up on beverages and snack foods that won't spoil, such as pretzels, chips and dried fruits. Prepare freezable holiday cookies and hors d'oeuvres, like mini - quiches and French bread pizzas, ahead of time. When guests arrive, pop them in the oven for a few minutes, serve - and you'll be every- one's favorite holiday hostess. to And to reciprocate for those "surprise" gifts that arrive on your doorstep, keep a secret stash of holiday tins filled with cookies and candy, and make sure they're wrapped elegantly with a festive red bow. People will never know they weren't on your original holiday list. Ito Although the holidays can be,fr+tnetic, they should be an enjoya- ble time with loving friends and family. Make the most of this special time by planning ahead and following these three easy tips. Have a sensational holiday season! 41:40hoisuo Guito... ilk) • Blue Water Rest Home Zurich Ontario 5hanh /ou :e 0 fii;On behalf of the residents, stafand board of direc- tors we would like to extend a sincere tbank you to all wbo have added some comfortto our residents by ie N. visits, ► , viding entertainment, assisting finandalk 40 food , . , tions or treats, during 1994. • o• We at the Blue Water Rest Howe wish lieu all 1 4)0 • vim Many Christmas and a Happy Qew Year Fred Harborer Josef Riel e a Chairman Administrator o Wiribk.4.P *g4"1401140:11/6" .1 Giant Christmas tree dessert. is great holiday fun for the kids 'Tis the season for festive red, green and gold desserts. Here's a great idea, particularly for moms looking for a merry dessert to serve at kids' holiday parties. Easy to make and a fun recipe for kids to decorate, a Giant Jigglers Tree is a delicious treat made from Jell - 0 lime flavour gelatin and decorat- ed with colored sugar, assorted candies and whipped topping. For even more holiday fun, make up some extra pans of Jell-O and let the children create individ- ual holiday Jigglers. There's no doubt that the little elves will have jolly fun preparing their own snacks using cookie cutters, in the shapes of snowmen, trees, bells, candy canes or reindeer. Giant Jigglers Tree Makes 1 tree 5 cups boiling water 4 packages (8 -serving size) or 8 packages (4 -serving size) Jell -0 brand lime flavour gelatin. ., Thawed Cool Whip non-dairy whipped topping Assorted candies Colored sugar Stir boiling water into gelatin in Different ideas Here are some suggested gift ideas from "365 Ways to Prepare for Christmas" (Harper Collins) that will not be found under the tree. • Delivery of fresh croissants and coffee from the local bakery every Saturday morning. • Delivery of one perfect rose to the office every Monday morning for a year. • A gift of long-distance calls for someone with family far away. • A winter's worth of firewood for a city dweller with a fireplace. • A gift certificate for spring de- livery of a flowering plant or tree for the garden or roof terrace. Merry Christmas � r A 1 May your home be filled with Cheer this Holiday Season 14V~ D -E -S -I -G -N -S 190 Thames Rd. E., 2354633 it large bowl for 4 minutes or until completely dissolved. Pour into 15 x 10 x 1 inch pan. Refrigerate at least 3 hours or until firm. Cut into tree shape with sharp knife. (If desired draw tree on paper to use as a guide). Cut ex- cess gelatin into cubes. To un - mold, dip bottom of pan into warm water for about 15 seconds. Lift cubes from pan; reserve for snack- ing or other use. If necessary, dip pan again in warm water; invert onto serving tray to remove tree from pan. Garnish with whipped topping, candies and coloured sug- ar. Note: if desired prepare Jell -0 jigglers gelatin snacks as directed on packages of Jell -0 brand gela- tin. Cut into Christmas shapes with cookie cutters and use to decorate serving tray. °'Season's Greetings ,- g Many thanks patronage 3 throughout the year ▪ , From Gerald & Scott at Brintnell SConstruction Ltd. g g 229-8244 -sysiotvi nawaromucor.*ornvetiarnce, As the sounds and sights of Christmas fill the air, we want to take a moment amidst all the hustle and bustle to thank our loyal customers. It's been a pleasure serving you and we pledge to earn your continued support in the new year. 4 • • •. ^ • •. • BENNE fh m 429 Main St„ Exeter 235.104 Anne Unden leld, owner 4 v , Donuts Now will be closed from December 24 to January 1 OPEN to serve you Jan. 2 at 6 a.m., 1995 We wish all our customers a very Happy New Year 217 Main St. N., Exeter Helpful hints - under wraps • Wrap a silk scarf or handker- chief or a hard -to -pack small gift in parchment paper bought at an art supply store. Roll the present in the parchment and tie it around the middle with a thin red or gold cord. Use sealing wax to seal the package. • Stores that sell wallpaper usu- ally have remnants or old sample books that you can buy. Wallpaper patterns can be beautiful and unu- sual, often with embossed or flocked designs. • Instead of spending money for a box that will only be discarded, buy a flowered underbeds storage box. Storage boxes are inexpen- sive and easy to assemble; they will definitely be used long after the holidays are over. You can do the same with a hat box. • Use the empty cardboard rolls from toilet tissue or paper towels to roll small stocking-stuffer gifts "for a child. Cover the cardboard with foil paper, then wrap another piece of foil around it. Pinch the ends and tie at each end. 1 yosonsi HAPPY holidays Have a picture perfect Christmas and take aim for a great holiday W Photo W se Framing 1 HOUR ', Sam the Record Man 301 Main St. Exeter 3 235-3713 wao.awnwim A very special thank you for your valued patronage. Harry Dougherty Income Tax and Accounting Service 85 Riverside Dr. Exeter 235-2156 i'o faithful old friends and cherished new, go our hest holiday sentiments, along with our thanks. Exeter Decor Centre 15 Gidley St. E., 235-1010 1 • unZmmZim•romoi ZaNAII•mojo al.m•IgmeZimmInmeZImaZ.Z41mZamIli.mZ••; A I would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas " and a Happy New Year. I would like to express my sincere thanks for the support that you gave me in the last municipal election. Reg Crawford Lucan MD . H are ere's hoping lots of sweet things in store for you over the holidays.714„ lo4 The management and staff of the Golden City Restaurant would like to thank you for your pat- ronage over the post year and wish you o Merry Christmas and o Happy New Yeorl We hope to see you oil bock In the new year and wish you a Merry Christmas Hours: Closed Dec. 25, 26, 27 it New Year's Day��� 1tg � 114 _01. 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