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Blyth Standard
Blyth Festival looks to the
Although the rain kept many spectators confined to their cars at the fireworks on May 19
at Hullett Central Public School, it couldn't stop Darlene Bailey (left) and her sister,
Angela from enjoying the show. (David Emslie photo)
Permit
ees increased
BLYTH - Building permits will no do cost
villagers $10 more. Council app
e
building permitfeeincrease from $5 to $15
at their May meeting. As well, an addi-
tional $4 per thousand will also be charged
for permits.
Village building inspector Eugene
McAdam recommended the increase,
along with several other suggestions that
were approved by council.
New village regulations state that no
building permit is required for roofing,
eaves troughing or replacement of win-
dows, however permits are required for
siding work. No permit is required for
alterations or repairs. under $1,500 unless
there is a structural change. only
Previously Blyth's building bylaw
stated that permits are required for
enlargements, alterations or repairs to all
buildings.
The new laws follow closely to those in•
neighboring municipalities.
In Hullett and McKillop Townships, per-
mit fees for repairs are $15 plus $4 per
Exitresmegt
thousand. No permits are required for
roofing, siding or eaves troughing. In
McKillop no permit is required for repairs
up to $2,500, while in Hullett no permit is
required for repairs up to $1,500.
In Grey Township, a permit is required
for alterations or repairs under $2,000 but
there is no permit fee. No permit is re-
quired for alterations or eaves troughing.
The permit fee for repairs is $25 plus $4 per
thousand.
Mr. McAdam also sugggested that the
village council should establish office
hours for the building inspector, one after-
noon per week, for instance:
Clerk Larry Walsh told council that Mr.
McAdam has office hours in some of the
other municipalities he works in. Clerk
Walsh suggested that the regular office
hours could better accommodate those
seeking building permits or advice from
the building inspector.
Council agreed to consider the proposal
after it is determined what rate of pay
would be required for Mr. McAdam.
DE BOER—ROETCISOENDER
Mr. and Mrs. Tony DeBoer of R.R.
1, Blyth and Mr. & Mrs. Hiclke
Roetcisoender of R.R. 2, Blyth are
happy to announce the forthcoming;
marriage of their children,
Margaret and Albert. The wedding
ceremony will take place, the Lord
willing, on June 6, 1986, at 7 p.rn.
in the Blyth Christian Reformed
Church, Blyth, Ont.
By Shelly McPhee-Haist
BLYTH - The past decade has brought •
monumental changes to the Blyth Festival
and the theatre group is looking into the
crystal ball in an attempt to determine
what the next 10 years may bring.
The Festival has hired the firm Brian
Arnott and Associates to complete a
feasibility study on the future needs of the
theatre. The study will particularly focus
on the space needs, the production needs
and anticipated repairs to the Memorial
Hall.
Mr. Arnott and representatives from the
Festival met with Blyth Council on May 13
to discuss the in-depth study.
Mr. Arnott and his team have been on
the job in Blyth for about a month. In his
initial work Mr. Arnott has determined,
"We're convinced that the Blyth Festival
is an extremely well run establishment, as
good as you'd find anywhere in the
country.
He commented on the "enormous
amount of growth" that the Festival has
seen in its first decade of operation and
regarding the successful management of
the theatre, he noted, "I think that hard
headed pragmatism will prevail in the
future."
What most concerns the theatre people
is the need for additional space to meet the
future needs of the Festival.
Artistic director Katherine Kaszas told
council that the Memorial Hall, while
limited in its seating capacity, will not be
altered to accommodate larger audiences.
She noted, "the hall is of paramount im-
portance. It's a beautiful, warm, wonder-
ful theatre."
She said that the Festival needs more
rehearsal and production space and
management is looking at ways to accom-
modate this "without dominating the town.
We have the awareness that Blyth is not
only a theatre town."
Ms. Kaszas stressed that the Blyth
Festival is looking to avoid the types of
problems that were encountered by the
Shaw Festival in Niagara -on -the -Lake.
She said it became a "ghost town" and
"the people became alienated and many
left because the theatre took over. The
theatre there is very expensive and very
tourist oriented."
Part of the appeal of the Blyth Festival
is the village itself and Mr. Arnott assured
council, "We're sensitive to the relation-
ship between the Festival and the village.
Anything we develop will draw on and
benefit from that experience."
The feasibility study will look at the
possibility off providing more space
through the use of existing buildings in the
village.
More space could help generate More in-
come for the Festival. Brenda Doner,
general manager for the festival, noted
that the theatre is looking at expansion
through tours. Presently tours can only be
accommodated in the summer because
sets must be constructed in the warm
weather months, since the production
workshops aren't heated.
Additional space would also allow for the
storage off some of the Festival's more
popular sets which in turn can be rented
out to other theatre companies. Sets from
The Tomorrow Box and Garrison's
Garage, for example, have brought in ex-
tra income for the theatre.
The feasibility study should be com-
pleted by July. It will include a series of
choices for the board of directors to
consider.
Blyth Reeve Albert Wasson noted that
his council supports the work of the
Festival. He said, "The theatre has done
well for itself and the village. We'll try and
make the way easier, although we're
limited how far we can reach into the
pockets."
Last euchre night on May 26 in Blyth
By Kathy Bromley
BLYTH - On Monday night, eight tables
were out for euchre. High scores for the even-
ing went to Vera Hesselwood and Ted Mills,
while Lillian Patterson and Ray Lair were the
holders for the low scores.
Ladies' most lone hands was won by Mable
McAdam, while Wilfred Shortreed of Walton
had the most lone hands for the men.
Dora Shobbrook of Londesboro won the
special. May 26 is the final evening for euchre
this season. Lunch will be provided after-
wards. Everyone is invited to attend at the
town hall at 8 p.m. for their last chance to play
euchre this season.
Swinging Seniors
The Blyth Swinging Seniors will hold their
May meeting iri the legion hall on May 28 at
1:30 p.m. Come and enjoy an afternoon of
fellowship
On May 16, Mildred Ament and Kathy
Bromley were located in the mall in
Goderich, representing the Blyth Ladies Aux-
iliary, Branch 420. There they sold baked
goods along with tickets on the quilt which the
Branch made earlier this year.
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STEI,PSTRA-DEBOER
Mr. & Mrs. Arthur Stelpstra of Lon-
don and Mr. and Mrs. Tony DeBoer
of Blyth are happy to announce the
forthcoming marriage of their
children, Irene and Jake. The Wed-
ding ceremony will take place, the
Lord willing,'on June 21, 1986, at
4 p.m. in the Bethel Christian
Reformed Church, London, Ont.
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Quote of the Week - You know that you are
getting older when the candles cost more than
the cake.
Mothers honored at UCW
By Dora Shobbrook
LONDESBORO - The UCW meeting was
held on May 12 in the church, with 22
members present.
Readings were given by Betty Millar, and
June Fothergill, while the scriptures were
read by Norma Glousher. Elizabeth Lawson
favored the members with a piano solo. The
study was given by Margaret Whyte.
Club president Joan Whyte discussed her
visit to the Survival House in Goderich, and
pointed out that all are welcome to visit. She
also reported on a Stratford UCW con-
ference that was held on April 14.
Correspondence in the form of thank you
notes were received from Hullett Central
School teachers for a dinner they received
at the church on May 9. Other notes were
also received thanking the members 'for
donations to different causes. Beth Knox
sent. in thanks for a birthday card she
received.
Invitations$,. were, received. to . attend .the
Winthrop Thankoffering on June 4, and
another in Brucefield on June 3.
Upcoming events include the Explorer The children sang and looked at the baby
Banquet on May 23, the Pollard wedding on Justin Lyon. Rev. Snihur talked to the
June 2 and the Hullett Day meal on July 12. children about growing up on the outside,
Explorers and on the inside.
The May 13 Explorer meeting was opened The anthem was sung ,with Lisa Duizer ac -
with the Explorer purpose and song, and companying on the organ, and Marsha
followed with Rhonda Howatt and Kimberly Szusz was choir director.
Lee reading the Explorer emblem. The sermon was on the early church and
The Explorer Banquet will be held on May how the Bible is like photographs.
23. After church Harvey McDowell met in the
Thanks were extended to all of the Ex- basement concerning the photo directory,
plorers for selling tickets for the Mother's and some pictures were taken.
Margaret Taylor will take items for the
craft table at the district annual.
Florence Cartwright introduced Jim
Jameison, who showed two films on the
family and the history of a family. Everyone
thoroughly enjoyed the films.
United Church News
Greetings were given on May 18 by Rev.
Snihur and Gordon Shobbrook, and the
ushers were Fred Peel, Dennis Wilts,
Michael Radford and Bryan Whyte.
Following the call to worship, Rev. Snihur
invited Wayne and Jane Lyon, and the God-
parent to present Justin Wayne for baptism.
Welcoming them on behalf of the con-
gregation was Bob Trick, while Clara Riley
presented Mrs. Lyon with a carnation.
Next Sunday's service members will be of
the UCW as Rev. Snihur will be at a London'
conference in Sarnia. The guest speaker will
be Melanie Weaver from London, as well as
a missionary from Korea.
Ju el will be, Communion Sun¢aFy,,T,ere
will be no Bible study this week. On dune
the Youth, Group will hold clean up day.
Day plate. Roll call for the meeting was
discussing what members would do for the
banquet.
Happy Birthday was sung to Rhonda
Howatt.
Women's Institute
. The Family Affairs meeting was held on
May 14, and President Marg Anderson read
a spring poem to the gathered members.
Roll call for the meeting were answers as
to how to keep a family together.
The annual meeting for the membership
of the historical society will be held on May
25 at Belgrave.
A news letter was received from the WI
president, while thanks came from past
president Helen Lawson for her gift, and
Alice Buchanan for her plant.
Londesboro will supply the afternoon
entertainment at the district's annual
meeting on May 26.
Four delegates got the vote from the
Londesboro WI 'so $30. canbe given to Pen-
nies for Friendship. The Hospital Auxiliary
was sent $25, and a donation was given to the
Clinton Spring Fair for the lady with the
highest points in needlework. The awards
were approved for the Grade 8 graduates on
June 23.
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