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Home My WebLink AboutPP1991_12_04BLAISDALE MONTESSSORI SCHOOL A proven alternative Surprisingly affordable Ages 18 mths.. 9 years Pickering Call 2842273 This Space Could Be Yours .For $12 pwwask 0i� SMAR'i',. •�MwrC�.a `.c N. Central Vacuums "BRUNSWICK" BILLIARD TABLES 428-%665 795 Westney z Road South COLONIAL POOLS s RECREATION AJAX This Space Could Be Yours For 1$ -12 Pw week IBM. Amiga, C64, Atari, Apple. Nintendo. Over loco titles in stock. Low prices on an computer programs. 292.9000 Southlawn Plaza Kennedy/Muntingwood vol. 26 No. 49 40c per copy This Space Published by Watson Publishing Company Ltd. Could Be Yours For Every Wednesday Second Class Mail Regi Registration No. IM5 12 M WM $15 per yr. by mail Pickeriwg, Ontario Wed. Dftxw6er4. 1991 PICKERING be O �. Serving the Community for 25 Years! Hot Spot To Shop For. Christmas StAirting Dec. Ift and MAXIMUM INCOME MINIMUM TAX Can the a:pert KEITH PYMAP aA. FIC -9. North American Lift Since /061 (416) 427-2913 Small Original Artworks The Magic Image Gallery is holding an ex- hibition of small original artworks from Nov. 2nd to Dec. 24th. Nineteen artists, representing watercolours. wildlife, constructions. drawings, mixed media, photography, oils, print- making, collages, sculpture, etc. will par- ticipate in the exhibition. located fine art Old Kingston gallery lo Rd. in Pickering Village. Gallery hours are 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday. Everyone is invited to meet the artists on Sat. Nov. 2nd from 12 noon to 4 p.m. For more details call 416-686-1381. This Space Could Be Yours For The K_ G. Old Severin German Cl ub and the Toronto alar A-xn•e, Mayor Wayne Arthurs poses with the Picker - di Gras Council held their annual ylardi Gras dance at the 11`19,Senlur Garde -Heather, Niki. Karlene, Bernadette. Bar - Pickering Recreation complex ori Nov. 30th. But first the bara and Sandy -just before being handcuffed. (photo - Bob traditional capturing of the Pickering Council members Watson ) and taking over council for the Mardi Gras event took Durham Bd. Of Education Notes Political Action Comakittee le Discentione Trustees approved a mo- tion W discontinue the board's Political Action Committee. The committee has served as a forum for discussion on political issues and as a lobbying group for educational con- cerns. previously undertaken will be directed in future to the Chairman's Committee and, should issues require a particular focus, ad hoc committees will be established to deal with them. Response to Discussion Guide Approved The Durham Board's response to the Ontario Public School Board's Association consultation document entitled "Our Education System:Its Future Responsibilities and Finance" was approv- ed and will be forwarded to O.P.S.B.A. 'This document was intended to encourage consultation with and elicit response from member public school boards on the future of our education system, its programs, finance and governance. Trustees, staff and com- munity members of the board committee that spent several weeks reading, discussing and preparing the board's response to the document were commended for the excellence of their work. Multi Year Capital E:pes+- ditre Forecast Apprwd- Trustees a board's Multi year Capital Expenditure Forecast for the period 1993 to 1997 and will forward it to the Ministry of Education for its consideration. The forecast provides informa- tion for the ministry about funding requirements of capital projects needed to What's On At Schools Vangban MRard PS Vaughan Willard is holding its first annual craft show on Sat. Dec. 7th and everyone is invited. Time primary grades will hold their Christmas con- cert oo-cert on Tues. Dec. 17th and the junior and intermediate grades will perform in con- cert on Thurs. Dec. 19th. Rosebank Road PS The annual Christmas concert at Rosebank will be held on Thurs. Dec. 19th. An Awards Assembly will be held on Fri. Dec. 20th. Ajax HS The students will enjoy a music trip to see "Aspects of Love" at the Elgin Theatre in Toronto on Wed. Dec. 11th. "Airband" will perform at the school on Thurs. Dec. 12th for the Toy Drive. The school's annual Winter Concert will be held on Wed. Dec. lath. meet the needs of Durham The fust year of the forecast requests $136 million for projects and site acquisitions. The total re- quest over a five year period, totals over $447 million. Time forecast in- cludes allowance for the impact of approximately 4,000 students who would enrol in Junior Kindergaretn when it is im- plemented by the Durham Board. Effective September 1991, 492 portables are used to accommodate almost 14,000 students. The Durham Board is in desperate need of new pupil places to relieve the backlog it is experiencing as a result of reduced fun- ding over the past several years. Many schools are currently at portable, washroom and parking capacity. Trustees expressed grave concern over the board's accommodation crisis and noted that, if adequate capital funding is not forthcoming, alternate PRINTING 683-1968 sdutmos may have to be Beard Makes Public librar Baud Recsraanew i Trustees will recom- mend to each of the taunicipli hies in Durham that the following persons be appointed to the public library boards in each com- munity. Reg Gutsole and Donald Malcolm of Oshawa; Yvonne Chornobay and Leslie Halinaty of Whitby; Anne Hutchings and William Mclean of Ajax; Jaqueline Smart and Angela Kirby of Pickering; Pat Kerford and Nancy St. John of Uxbridge and Monique Howat and Cathryn Hail of Scugog. Appointments will be made by each municipal council and will be effec- tive Dec. 1, 1991 to November 30, 1994. Trustee Named Woman of Distinction On Oct. 8, 1981, Oshawa Trustee Ruth Lafarga was named Woman of Distinc- tion, Community Service category, by the Oshawa Y. W.C.A. She was applaud- ed by fellow trustees for having received this prestigious honour. Let's Make 1991 A Good Year week -end up to Dec. 22nd, the Metro East Trade Cen- tre, Brock Rd. dr 01, is the place to be for Christmas shopping. The show pro- mises to be filled with lots of Holiday gift giving ideas. From Christmas decora- tions, Toys, Crafts, Com- puter games and software, Video software, Household items, Apparel for the family, Home Security systems, are just a few of the items to be displayed at Christmas Marketplace. The Jolly -Old Man himself, Saint Nick, wit) be on hand to greet visitors every day during the show. Parents are encouraged to hn ng their camera to catch ,hat certain smile of their little one on Santa's knee. The ever popular Mini -Indy Car ride and the games just for kids will keep the Youngstm occupied while Mom and shop forthat special Gift or ideas for Stocking Stuffing this Christmas. The Salvation Army "Food For Thought.. pro. gram will be set up at the different entrances of the show. Food Banks bags will be avadable at the P$cker- iag Fka Market prior to the opening of Christmas Marketplace. With the donations of non-perishable food items the Salvation Army Family Service Cen- tre located in Ajax are working towards feeding 550 families in need over Christmas. That amounts to forty items of food for each family which is to last 4-5 days and does not to- clude the Christmas Turkey - To add to an ahvady ex- citing show, The Allen Fleishman Auctioneers will be conducting a daily public auction sale. Items such as coins, jewellery, sport cards. collectabies, art and electronics from Manufacturers closeouts, Private Consignors, Unclaimed items and more, promise to give the fid for the opportunity to bia great gift and for some great deals. Seniors' Christmas Tea All seniors in the Picker- ing area are invited to join the staff at the Bay Ridges Library for their annual Christmas tea on Mon. Dec. 9th at 1:30 p.m. Come and enjoy the music, food and good times. Register for this event starting Nov. 16th at 839-3083. This Space Could Be Yours For $1100 Page 2 THE NEWSiPOST Wed. December 4, 1911 Opinion a page for expression for you and us Why French First? Dear Editor: After reading a letter to the editor in another community newspaper I am equally as irate as he was, at the National Anthem being plaved in French first. Is the principal Mr. Tarver at Macdonald Collegiate prac- tising his own brand of discrimination? If so he is a bad in- fluence on his pupils. We are not living in Quebec, and English is spoken by the majority here. Including our `multi" immigrants, most speak English, not French. He may not like the idea but we are a Commonwealth country, and our Queen is the Head of all the Com- monwealth countries, not the French government. Therefore English is spoken throughout this land, with the exception of Quebec to whom permission was given to re- tain their language after the war that Britan (or England) won. and afterwards ruled Canada. If, as Mr. Tarver declares, that it is not uncommon to use French as a first language within the Ontario school system, then it is time someone took a survey, and made a rule of English first, so that all schools have the same routine. and no confusion because of principals doing as they like, and not as they should! I pay taxes for this nonsense. Mr. G. C. Armstrong in his letter says ble's confounded and upset. I feel that also. but my main feeling is of disgust that these little despots can get away with this kind of ac- tion. S. Slingsby 3895 Eblesrnee Rd. Highland Greek Reform Of The Labour Relations Act Labor Minister Bob Mackenuae recently rrelease - a Discussion Paper on reform of the "Labour Relations Act". Distribution of the paper marks the first step in a three month province -wide consultation process. "The goal of this government t is to achKwe greater fairness and equality m the workplace," said Mr. Jacken- ne in a statement to the Ontario I.egislatture...We seek to modernize an imporant piece of legislation, to respond to Ontario's new economic and workplace realities, and to in - dude employees currently Prevented from errgsniz* by the law. " The Act has not been significantly amended for 15 years. The Sinister said any reform of the Act must seek to reduce the lend of confrontation mad antagonism that open dharactwiaes labour -management rrebbars. He sad the government believers that offering a mean- ingful voice to employees through an improved collective bargaining process will make for greater industrial peace. improved efficiency and better productivity. "Such a result can play a major role in Ontario's economic renewal." The Discussion Paper focuses an five key areas: increas- ing co-operation between labour and management when a workplace is undergoing major change. streamlining and improvirhg the grievance arbitration paocess and the work of the Ontario Labour Relations Board: improving the pro- cess by which fust contracts are negotiated: removing some dthe obstacles which hamper employees' ability to organize ; and limiting the use of replacement workers dur- ing a strike or lockout to existing on-site management. "I ask all Ontanans to view this consultation process as a real opportunity for then to contribute to the reform of the Labour Relations Act,.. said Mr. Maafenae. "We will not make any final decisions on the content of the reform legislation until we have heard from and considered the views of all inteested parties. " $290,900 TO COMMUNITY GROUPS The Ontario Women's Directorate has awarded 98 organuabons throughout the province a total of $200,000 in grants to find local public education projects as part of November Wife Assault Prevention Month. "Local women's organuations understand their own community needs. That is why the Ontario Women's Direc- torate has made it a priority to fund projects at a local level. Community-based activities are a strong component of the November wife assault prevention campaign," said Manor Boyd, Minister Responsible for Women's Issues. 1 K�RIN�. 17, O's f Pubiisrhed eveay Wednesday by Watson Publishing Company Umlted, Est. 1950 Office 6 Address: 150 Milner Ave. Unit 35. Scarborough. Ont. M IS 3R3. Telephone 291.2583 PubMdMr i Gwwral ManaW. Bob Watson Office Manager - Irina Watsun ADVERTISING Ilene Watson. Bertha Kronenberg, EDITORIAL Audrey Purkiss.,Diane MatLwuA, Bill Wisii. SUBSCRIPTIONS $15 per year - 40t a copy. C-9"Fmn Ir, hh.- -...A The Fright Before Christmas Survey Looking At Transportation Tomorrow The Ontario government is participating with Greater Toronto Area mmicipalities on a survey designed to bealp ulama plan for future traosportabon needs. The Transportation Tomorrow Survey 1991 is examining Me travel babies and preferences of residents of the Grater Toronto Area which began in September and will run until the end of the year. The survey involves the Regions of Du rbam, Halton, Hamikon•Wentworth, Ped and Yat: Metropolitan lbronW the Ministry of Transpor- tation and the Toronto Transit Commission. The survey consists of a telephone ude rncw to 49,000 ran- domly selected households. To dente, approanimateiey 25,000 households have been contacted. In adclition to trip udor- mation for eseb bou+eboid member (i.e. origin, destination time. rea,on for travel, mode d transportation), inter- viewle t also ask age, number of vdricles available for per- sonel use and wbes a each n - P n-' F wars or attends scbool. ..Althougb individuals are not obligated to participate, their input is Critical if we are to draw the most accurate conchsiors regiiinfM future transportation needs," said Peter Dolton of the University of Toronto's Data Manage- ment Group, which is conducting the survey. If anyone has any glaesbans or concerns regarding the survey. they may contact the Ministry of Traesportabon or the University of Toronto's Data Management Group to obtain mane infor- mation. Used for statistical purposes only. all information wig be kept strictly confidential and cannot be traced to the to- d'ividunal household. Once the study is complete. the survey atsWts will be released in 1992_ Here and There 85 YEARS OF TRADITION "'ere Lung Association is proud to be celebrating 85 years of tradition and community service through its annual Christmas; Seal Campaign," announced Bob Ohm Ex- ecutive Director of The Lung Association Yetropditan Toronto and York Region. ' This is a campaign that represents caring and the gift of good be &" not only at the holiday season but year round.- added Olsen. Over three million households in Ontario will be receiving Christmas Seals in their mail to use on cards and gifts. "Most people should see Christmas Sacral packages in their mail boxes by mid-November," said Olsen. "Use the at- tractive seals on cards and gifts to friends and loved nes to show you came, and help us stamp at lung disease. Here and There Inspection Fees To Increase Ontario Hydra's electrical inspection fees will increase by an average 9.5 per cent Jan. 1. 1992. .'Part of the increase is due to illation." explained Prater Marcucci, Manager of Electrical Inspection, "but most is attributable to commionscotions improvements such as new 1-10) telephone serviieis. These costs were incurred in response to surreys indicating that customers want a more accessible inspection service.' Next year the cost of an electrical iarpectim far a typical new 190 ampere, singleddached tware will rise to about I91 from the current 9K. For this fee, an inspector visits the bome at various tunes to ensure the safety of the wiring in- stallation from early stages of construction until comple- tion. For public safety. the Electrical Safety Code requires the Ontario Hydro inspection of all electrical work. Consumption Down Slightly Electricity corsuumption in September was just over 10.4 million megawatt -boos, up 3.3% over September 1990. Total for the year to Sept. 30 is just over 102 million MWHrs, about 0.2 per cent below last year's total for the same p�oil. Mere Power From Iedependeats Independent power producers will generate a growing percentage of Ontariio's electricity during the 199os. When Hydro a000uas . its 25-yemr pian two years ago. the target for nonutility generation was 1.800 megawatts. That was increased to 2,100 last fall, and in September, Hydro Chair Marc Eliesen upped it to 3joll. Mr. Friesen laid a conference of independent generators that the environment in Ontario was "very positive" for non-utility generation, and that Hydro expects to sign 10 new "NUG'• contracts, totalling 1,200 MW. by the end d this year - To put thea totals in perspective, Ontario electricity de. =and this year has ranged from 10,000 to 23,200 MW. Annual Christmas Concerts Concert, band and choir On Thurs. Dec. 12 at noon gro4s composed of Scar- performances by the Silver borough teachers and Springs P.S. Band and the students will entertain in Dr. Manion Hilliard Sr. their annual series of P.S. Choir. Christmas concerts the On F n. Dec. 13 at noon week of Dec. 9. performances by the Scar - All concerts will take borough Schools Concert Place in the rotunda d the Choir, Scarborough STATFACTS Education/Civic Uentiv Schools Youth Choir, Scar - Canadian travellers to the United States tend to stay On Mon. Dec. 9th at 7 borough Teaches' Choir, kxnger than do Americans visiting Canada. According to pm The � and Scarborough Statistics Canada, the average -number d nights per trip performs Ersem- was stable in 1989 at fair nights for Americans travelling to Inaugural Meeting of the ble. Canada and at eight nights for Canadians visiting the 1992 Board of Trustees. The Education!Civic United States. In addition, almost 2D% of all American On Wed. Dec. 11 at now Centre is located at 140 overnight trips to Canada were for one-night only, while on- Zbe Woburn C.I. Band and Borough Dr. in Scar- ly 12% of Canadian visits were for one-night only. Chair perform- borough. i Give A Gift That Lasts All Year! A year's subscription to one of these newspapers l I SCARBOROUGH A 1NCOURT WEST MILL ' news news news ' CHECK THE NORTH YORK EAST END Kt lO ONE YOU WANT none �� Renewal , New Send $15 cheque, money order or VISA number (plus expiry date) to: 1 i Watson Publishing Company Limited 150 MlIrwAve., Unit 35Scarborough, OnLM1S 3R31 Name, Address: _ aaaaa��aiia�aaNaW a% t f � r . . A A History Of Kites In Japan A 7.2 metre square kite By the begirimag of the hangs in the open space of 1lthh century. the history of the Scarborough Civic Cen- the kite in Japan is more tre after a delegation of certain. Kites were florin Japanese kite -makers as invocations for a rich from Scarborough's sister harvest. With the arrival of city Sagamihara con- autumn, festival kites were strutted the kite. flown as thanksgiving of - The history of the kite, as ferings from a plentiful it is known in Japan, begins harvest. Kites could aim be in China and Korea. The pure' , 1 1 at temples and fust story tells of a wooden shrines as charms against kite in the form of a dove. It sickness and misfortune. was believed to have been Congratulatory kites invented by a contem- were also popular in Japan. porary of Confucius These kites were often (551-479 B -C.). given to the parents of their The Chinese culture firstborn son, bearing ap- spread to Japan during two propriate messages or main periods in history. paintings of folk heroes of The fust wave ( around 200 the gods who would protect B.C. ), brought rice farm- and guide a newborn son ing, bronze and iron to toward a prosperous Japan. During the Tang adulthood. Dynasty (618-907 A.D. ), Japan's New Year kites China was the most ad- are flown as symbolic of- vanced society in the ferings of thanks for the world, providing the benevolence of the gods in Japanese with a model for the past year and hope for principles of government, the new year. For some, civil law, literature, arts the kite might represent a and Buddhism. firstborn son. Others may Buddhism was a mis- fly a kite out of gratitude for nothing more than be - sionary religion which had ing alive. moved from India to China via the Silk Road. Travell- Around the middle of the ing with Buddhism were eighteenth century, kites Chinese and Korean artists became very popular in inccluding bronze casters, Tokyo. Beginning in sculptors, carpenters, January and continuing painters, calligraphers through May, Japan's skies and, in all likelihood, Kite were full of kites. While the Makers. mania tapered off, kites re- mained prominent into the Historians have theonz- early decades of the twen- ed that kites came to Japan tieth century. during the Nara period (649.794 A.D.). Since Bud future of kite masa ng dhist priests used kites for is uncertain. While some religious purposes. it is observers believe kite possible that the kite was makung to be a dying art, others point to the success associated with early Bud- dhist missionary work of present-day kite festivals as evidence to Kites in Japan have suggest the skill of kite always been associated making will flourish. with festivals, holidays and It is important to other special celebrations. remember that the It is believed that Buddhist Japanese have Vpriests from China and demonstrated an ability to orea first introduced modernize without letting their country's kites into go of the rich traditions of JaQ ! .heli . �.:esa ahs. ... .......... . ,.... Spirit Of Christmas Past Casa Loma is presenting "The Spirit of Christmas Past - A Dickens Holiday Celebration", from Nov. 23rd to Dec. 29th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily Step into the pages of Charles Dickens' most famous story, "A Christmas Carol". and join his colourful characters - Scrooge,the Cratchits and all the Christmas Spirits - in a delightful entertain- ment experience for the en- tire family. Santa will be Wed. December 4. 1991 THE NEWSIPOST Page 3 WITH THIS AD 10 SESSIONS j Offer expires `l s 49 •00 , G" T DeC.31.1991 Great For Travellers 2805 Eglinton Ave.E. (E. of Brimley) there too! day Dec. 25th. The castle will be closed For more details call Dec. 24th at 1 p.m. and all (416) 923-1171. NIGHTCLUB BREAKFAST, LUNCH 3 DINNE? SPECIALS !CAS' _'WE oLJT * Open 7 days a week x RESERVE TICKETS NOW OR AVAILABLE AT -"COP NEW YEAR'S EVE GALA BOAS' PRNE R18 DfOAE-R • :COR PRIZES PARTY =.;YOURS • CHAMPAGNE TOA. AT �AM%%G' S30.00 per person: S55 per couple 266-2656 678 KENNEDY ROAD Sat Sun Bf eakfast 6 a m f p m Constitutional reform is about marry things. But mostly it's about you. As Canadians, we are now facing one of the most important challenges in our history. Proposals have been put forward by the Government of Canada to improve our Constitution. These proposals, for a more united and prosperous Canada in which all Canadians can feel at home, are currently being reviewed by a special parliamentary committee. They will also be considered by a series of conferences run by independent Canadian organizations. Some of tke proposals ixelade. + recognizing the right of aboriginal peoples to govern themselves while being protected by Canadian law + ensuring recognition of Quebec's distinc- tiveness and of minority language groups + reforming the Senate to make it elected, effective and much more equitable than it is now 0 strengthening Canada's economic union so Canadians can work and conduct business anywhere in the country + a Canada clause that speaks of our hopes • guaranteeing property righm and dreams as Canadians, our values, Get involved and find out more about how our diversity, our tolerance and our these proposals will shape the future generosity of spirit hE of Canada, call toll-free: 1400m5614188 FA Deaf or hearing impaired call: 1-800-567-1992 (M/ -TDD) Cana11#1 Shaping Caeaft's Future Together Page 4 THE NEWS POST Wed. December 4, 1991 MuN%Ny lip M DIARY apace under this heading is available at no charge to non- profit groups. WED. DECEMBER 4 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. FIRST AID CPR COURSF_S First Aid/C.P.R. training courses are offered ongoing, daytime, evenings and weekends at Scarborough Red Cross, 1095 Bellamy Rd. N. Call 438-5243, Monday to Friday, for more detail, and to register. i p.m. CRIBBAGE All seniors over the age of 55 are invited to enjoy an afternoon of cribbage every Wednesday at Stephen Leacock Seniors Centre, 2520 Birchmount Rd. Phone 396-4040. 1 - 3 p.m. BINGO Birkdale senior citizens invite everyone 55 years of age and over to enjoy an afternoon of bingo every Wednesday at Birkdale Corn- munity Centre, 1299 Ellesmere Rd. 2 - 3 p.m. LIVING WITH CANCER Living With Cancer, the support group for the Metro Toronto District Office of the Canadian Cancer Society, meets at 2 Carlton St., Suite 710, on the first and third Wednesdays to provide infor- mation about nutrition, relaxation, support cervices and practical uidance. The public is invited to come, talk or listen. p.m. FESTIVAL OF SIGHT & SOUND An evening of entertainment featuring a musical concert, dramatic presentations and an art exhibit will be held at Jean Vanier Secondary Schots], 959 !Midland Avc., Scarborough. 7:30 p.m. FAMILY LIFE GROUP A Support Group meets weekly in your community fix parents whose kids are in trouble with drugs, alcohol, running away, crimes, parent abuse and dropping out of school. Thc Scarborough group [meas every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. For more information call L'3-'444. 8 p.m. COIN CLUB MFETS The Scarborough Coin Club meets the first Wednesday of the month at Cedarbrook Community Centre. 91 Eastpark Blvd. New members are always welcome. I p_m. THE MITZVAH TF.CHNIQ4 F: Everyone is invited to a free lecture and demonstration on the Mitzvah Technique, a major preventive health care discipline which teaches how to overcome and prevent spinal and postural dif- ficulties, at the Medical Centre, 3420 Finch Ave. E. (at Warden) Suite 401. For more details call 495-9532 or 495-•'729. S p.m F L*CHRF Scarborough Ladies Auxiliary. Royal Canadian Legion Branch 614, 100 Salome Dr., south of Sheppard Ave. between MWIamd Ave. & Brimley Rd.. sponsors an evening of euchre every Wednes- day. Admission is S2 including prigs and refreshments. Every~ is weicom r. THURS. DECEMBER S 9 - 11 a.m. F.A.MILIf LIFE GRM P Young mothers in the community are invited to attend the Family Life Group at West Hill United Church, 62 Orchard Park Dr.. W ou Hill. The group meets every Thursday to enjoy speakers, crafts and fellowship. Babysitting is available. For more details can 281-4120. 9:1_'K - 10:45 am ILADIFS C'(IF`FE F. H(K'R All ladies are invited to Ladies Coffee Hour at IlruDewood Presbyterian Church, 2501 Warden Ave. Mrs. Feener of the Salva - !)on Army will be guest speaker. Marne Rodger will demonstrate 'W'rapping it up for Chkrumas". Free babysitting and library. N atm SHI FFLFJOARD All seniors over the age of 55 are invited to enjoy a morning of shuffleboard every Thursday at Stephen Leacock Seniors Centre, 2520 Birchmount Rd. Phone ick+ -4040 11 a.a - 2 p -m. CHRISTMAS L( NC'HEON A Christmas Luncheon soil be held at St. Crispm's Anglican Church, 77 Craiglee Dr., Scarborough. For details call 267-7932- 12:45 p.m EL'CHRF All seniors over: age o(55 are invited to enjoy an afternoon of euchre at Stephen I .i, cock Senior Ccmre. 2520 Birchmount Rd. Phone 3964040. 12:45 pm EUCHRI. Birkdak senior citizens invite everyone 55 years and over to enjoy euchre every Thursday at Birkdak Community Centre, 1299 Ellesmere Rd. 1:30 p.m. CONCERT Charles Stier, clarinc :,t, will perform in cod-crt at Walter Han, Edward Johnson Building, sponsored by the Women's Musical Club of Toronto. For Jetael, call 322-'366. 7 p -m LEGAL C01. NSELI ING Agincourt Community Sconces Association. 4139 Sheppard Ave. E. offers free legal counselling every Thursday evening. Call 321-6912 for an appointment. 7 - 11 pia CHESS CLUB Agincourt Chess Club meets weekly on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays in Room 1:3 at Agincourt Collegiate, 2621 Midland Ave.. one block north of Sheppard. For details call 493-0019. 7 - 11 pm CHESS CLUB The interregional A.W'.H.P.A.W'.O. Chess Association and its affiliate West Hill Chess Club offer rated slow -play and active -play chess tournaments, speed chess, and casual play on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Sir Oliver Mowat Collegiate, 5400 Lawrence Ave. E. For information phone 283-6..1196 or 284-5860. 7:30 - 9 p.m, LIVING WiTH CANCER Living With Cancer, the support group for Agincourt and Scar- borough Units of the Canadian Cancer Society, mats every second Thursday at Bendale Acres, 2920 Lawrence Ave. E. The public is in- vncd to come, talk or listen. 7:30 P.m N %GO An evening of bingo is held every Thursday at Metropolitan Corn- munity Church of Toronto, 2029 Gerrard St., east of Woodbine Ave. Everyone is welcome. F • details all 690-2133. Professional Directory CHARTERED LEGAL NUTANTS SERVICES fill Clarke, Henning & Co. Chartered Accountants 10 Bay street Suite 801 Toronto, Ontario Phone 364-4421 J.W.Enterprises LAW CLERK & BUSINESS SERVICES Corporate. Commercial, Immigration, Small Claims, Incorporation, Business Registration. Collections, Typing Services & more VISA 298- 5662 accepted .- May we list your Profe"ional Services here THURS. DECEMBER S 7:30 - 10:30 p.m. S%EE:l Alit 1 iNE:S Scarborough Sweet Adclit e, nuets every Thursday evening at Washington United Church, 3739 Kingston Rd. (east of Markham Rd.). It is open to women 1 all ages who love to sing. For more details call Marg Otter at 225-9929. FR 1. DECEMBER 6 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. CLOTHING SALE A monthly clothing sale is held at the Christian Community Cen- tre, 270 Gerrad St. E. near Parliament St. to raise funds for the cen- tre. The best bargains in town are available in clothes for children, men and women. A free bag -if coffee and nuts with will he given out with each purchase. 10 am. - 4 p.m. GIANT RUMMAGE SALE A giant community rummage sale will be held at Holy Trinity Armenian Church, 20 Progress Court, Scarborough and everyone is welcome. The sale will continue Sat. Dec. 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. CHRISTMAS BAZAAR Residents of West Park Hospital, 82 Buttonwood Ave. (just off the intersection of Jane St. & Weston Rd.), are holding their annual Christmas bazaar featuring bargains galore. items include hand- made and manufactured toys, stocking stuffers, plants, cards, trinkets and much more. Admission is free and evryone is welcome. 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. FREE FILMS Enjoy an afternoon of films, coffee, and company at Downsview Library, 2793 Keele St. evrry Friday. Films will include classics, musicals, and travel. It's tt„•. 2 p.m. CHRISTMAS MI SIC Celebrate the holiday suh,on with Christmas music and other favourites played by the Sound and Music Performers, at Ken- nedy/Eglinton Branch Library, 2380 Eglinton Ave. E. Admission is free and evervone is welcome. 7 p.m. VARIETY NIGHT The Student Council at V Jonna Catholic Sevondary School, 20 Dubray Ave., Nonh York t, ponsoring a Variety Night. Everyone is welcome. SA T. DECEMBER 7 9 am - 3 p.a GiANT Rt MMAGE SALE A giant community rummage sale will be held at Holy Trimly Armenian Church. 20 Progress Court, Scarborough. Admission is free and everyone is welcome. 10 am. - 2 p.m. BAZAAR The Scarborough Region of the Metropolitan Toronto Assocui- tion for Community Living is inviting everyone to attend its annual bazaar at H. R. Lawson School, 1710 Ellesmere Rd. 10 a. ma - 2 pm MINI FLEA MARKET Neilson HaU Seniors are Rending a mim flea market at 1315 Neilson Rd., Scarborough. it will feature seniors' what -nuts, treasures. delicious baking, tea, coffee and goodies. Everyone is welcome. it a.m PUPPET SHON The plays ••Twas The Night Before Cbristmas" and "The Twelve Drays of Christmas" will be performed for children of all arcs at Guildwood Branch Library. Guildwood Placa, Guildwood Parkway. Admission is free. 11 a.m. - 2 pea CRAFT SAIF: & Ft'N FAIR Everyone is invited to St. Albert's Public School. 1125 Midland Ave. for some Christmas fun. A great time to pick up some Christmas gifts while enjoying Santa, face paimin& games and a tea room. For more details call 393-5335. 12 soon to 4 pm PLANT SAIF: The Civic Garden's Centre's Christmas plant sale will be held at 777 Lawrence Ave. E.. (in Edwards Gardens). This fundraising event will feature Poinsettias in red, white or pink, ascxted colours of Cyclamen and Azalea. All plants are wrapped for winter protec- tion. The sale continue% Sun. Dec. 8 at the same tune. "p.m. SINGLE.. -S NF3<T The W'illowdale Cisapter of Separated. Divorced and Widowed Catholics will have a Chuistmats Mass and Por Luck Supper at St. Gabriel Centre, 672 Sheppard Ave. E. For details call 391-1275 1 car easings). 3 p.m. CHRISTMAS GALA The Cathedral Bluffs Symphony Orchestra win be joined m its Christmas Gala by the Rhythmic Sctwol of Dancing directed bey Brenda Harrison. The perfornpancc will be at Midland Avenue Col- lepate, 720 Midland Ave. Tickets are S10 for adults and SS for seniors and students. Few reservations call 261-4597. SUN. DECEMBER 8 N:30 a. m. SOCI AL Inst ES Mike Pox of the organization KYTES will address the cotigregz- tion on the topic "Social Issues Around Street: Youth and Condi- tioru of Life on the Street" at Don Heights Unitarian Congregation, 4 Antrim Cresc. (in the Kennedy Rd. & Hwy. 401 area). For details all 293-9850. 12 woos - 4 p.m. PLANT SALE The Civic Carden Centre's Christmas plant sale continues at 777 Lawrence Ave. E., North York fin Edwards Gardens). This fun- draising event will include Poinsettia in red, pink and white, assorted colours of Cyclamen and Azalea. AU plants arc wrapped fur wiruer protection. 12 amm - 5 pm A VICTORIAN CHRISiM. A.S Everyone is invited to a Victorian Christmas Celebration at Tod- morden Mills. 67 Potter Rd. For more details call 425-2250. 1 - 3:30 p.m CHRISTMAS PARTY The 9th annual Children's Aid Society Foundation Christmas par- ty will be held at the Rotunda of Toronto City Hall. Everyone is in- vited to come out and share a cup of good cheer. Santa and his helpers will be there including magicians, clowns, jugglers, dancers, famous spurts personalities and much mere. 1 p.m ANTIQUE PHONOGRAPH SOCIETY The next meeting of the Canadian Antique Phonograph Stxictv will be held at the Scarborough Centre for Alternative Studies, Highbrook Dr. (at Midland & Lawrence Aves.). For details contact Bill Pratt, 924-8207 or Barry Ashpole, 4869669. 1:30 - 3 p.m. N %G0 Everyone is welcome to enjoy an afternoon of Bingo in the Com- mon Room at the Wagman Centre, 55 Ameer Ave., North York. For details call '89-5131 ext. 2-167. 2 - 4 p.m. MUSIC FOR YOU Eric James and Phyllis O'Reily present "Music For You" at the regular afternoon concert at the Scarborough Civic Centre. Admis- sion is free and everyone is welcome. 3 p.m. CHAMBER ENSEMBLE. The Trinity Chamber Ensemble presents a Mozart concert at Ronedaie Presbyterian Church, 129 Mt. Pleasant Rd. Tickets are S10 and S8, children are tree. For resonation call 2-19-0496. 3 p.m. CONCERT FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON The Northdale Concert Band presents a concert for the holiday season including a special performance of "Twas the Night Before Christmas" with special guest narrator Robert Latimer, at Hillcrest Christian Church, 2 Vaughan Rd., Toronto. For ticket information and rew"ations call 421-6691. 3 - 5 p.m. SUNDAY SERE\ADE: Sunday Serenade is presenting a fundraising Christmas Singalong at the University of Toronto's Scarborough Campus, 1265 Military Trail, West Hill. Join in this holiday event featuring the Scar- borough Campus' choir and band singing Christmas Carols. Admis- sion is S5 per person, children 12 and under are free. MON. DECEMBER 9 10 a.m. - 12 ikma %tTRI ITONAI. C'(H ♦SELLING Nutritional counselling services are available to seniors tree of charge every Mornda� at the Wellness Centre located in the Bernard Betel Centre, 1003 Stecles Avc. W. For an appointment call -225-2112. MON. DECEMBER 9 12:30 p.m. BRIIX;F. & C'RIBBAGE. Birkdale seniors invite everyone 55 years and over to enjoy an afternoon of bridge and cribbage every Monday at Birkdale Com- munity Centre, 1299 Ellesmere Rd. 12:30 - 3 p.m. BRIIIGE All seniors over the age of 55 are invited to enjoy an afteroon of bridge every Monday at Stephen Leacock Seniors Centre, 2520 Bir- chmount Rd. Phone 39(-4040. 7 p.m. BAND CONCERT The Scarborough Concert Band will entertain with seasonal music in the Rotunda at the Scarborough Civic Centre. Admission is free and everyone is welcome. TUES. DECEMBER 10 12:45 - 3 p.m. SOCIAL & LINE DANCING All seniors over the age of 55 are invited to enjoy social and line dancing every Tuesday at Stephen Leacock Seniors Centre, 2520 Bir- chmount Rd. Phone 396-4040. 1 p.m. SOCIAL INFORMATION AFTERNOON The Lung Association of Metropolitan Toronto and York Region is holding a Social Information Afternoon for people with chronic respiratory disease at North York Public Library. The topic to be discussed is "Evervthing you wanted to know about a respiratory problem". Admission is free. For more details call %4-1112. 6:30 P.M. BINGO The Ladies Auxiliary, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 258, 45 Lawson Rd., Highland Creek holds a Bingo every Tuesday evening. Every_ one is welcome. %311111 p.m DON VALLEY CHORUS Ladies are invited to join the Don Valley Chorus (Sweet Adelines, inc.) and sing 4 -part harmony at Church of St. Andrew rehearsal hall, southeast corner of Hwy. 401 and Victoria Park Ave. every Tuesday. For more detads call Mary McFadyen, 625-0913. 7.30 - 13:30 p.m. CLASSICAL MUSIC Moir & Lilianna Piotrowski, pianist and singer, will entertain with classical music in the Assembly Room of the Wagman Centre, 55 Anteer Ave., North York. Admission is free and everyone is welcome. 7:30 p.m. UNIVERSITY WOMEN MFFT The Canadian Federation of University Women, North Toronto, meets the second Tuesday of every month at Eglinton United Church, 65 Sheldrake Blvd. New [members who wish to attend or would like to become members should contact Elaine Nugem at 488-2010. 7:30 p.m. SOI'NDS OF CHRISTMAS The Metropolitan Silver Band presents "Scsttnds of Christmas" at the Scarborough Civic Centre. Admission is free and everyone is welcome. For more details call 396-7216 or N&7212. E p.m MUSIC TORONTO Music Toronto presents Cuartoct Latino Americana in the Jane Mallett Theatre. For more details call 971-5027. WED. DECEMBER 11 12 w000 C'ONCFRT The Woburn Collegiate Band and Choir will perform at the Scar- borough Civic Cent rc. Admission is free and everyone is welcome. 1 - 3:30 p.m. CHRISY..M.4S TEA DANCE Harbourfro w's Rendezvous For Seniors stages its fast ever Christmas Tca Dance at York Quay Centre, 235 Queen's Quay W., just west of Queens Quay Terminal. Seniors of all ages can dance, nurigk or sit back and retax. Admission is $5 per person at the door and refreshments will be served. 1:30 - 2:.30 p.m. MEMORY i Dr. Guy Proubt, Director of Psychology. Baycrest Hospital will give a kct rrc on " MesthorY and Aging Coping with t ht Changes" is the Assonbty Room of the W'agmam Centre, 55 Amcor Ave., North York. Admissiom is S2 at the door. For seating purposes, register by calling 789-5131 ext. 2267. More Community Diary On Page 7 Provincial Constituency Offices 9 a.m. M 5 Pm CONSTiTUB.NCY OFFICE OPEN The office of the Hoa. Alvin Curling, MPP Sarborougtt North, lasted at 5200 Finch Ave. E., Unit 114, Scarborough is open Mon- day to Friday from 9 a.m- to 5 p.m- Phone 297-5040. 9 a -m m 5 pm CONSTITUENCY OFFICE OPEN The office of Gerry Phillips, MPP Scarborough -Agincourt, located at 4002 Sheppard Ave. E., Suite 204, northeast corner of Sheppard and Kennedy, is open Monday to Friday from 9 am. to 5 p.m. For appointments phone 297-6568. 9 a.m. to 5 p.ea CONSTITUENCY OFFICE OPEN The office of David Warner, MPP Scarborough-Etksmae, located at 695 Markham Rd., Unit 30, in Cedar Heights Plaza, is open Monday to Thursday from 9 am_ to 5 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. For appointments phone 438-1242. 9:.iF a.s to 5 Pm CONSTiTUE.NCY OFFICE OPEN The office of Anne Swarbrick, MPP Scarborough West, loafed at 1680A Kingston Rd. is open Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9.30 a.m. to 5 .m., Wednesdays 1 to 5 p.m. and Fridays 9:30 a.m. to I p.m. Phone 698-0%7. 9 a.m. to 1 p.as. CONSTITIJE.NCY OFFICE OPEN The office of Dr. Bob Frankford, MPP Scarborough East, located at 4403 Kingston Rd., Unit 6A, just west of Lawrence Ave. E., is open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Phone Federal Constituency Offices 9 am to 4 p.m. CONSTITUENCY OFFICE OPEN The office of Pauline Browes, MP Scarborough Centre, located at 2163 Lawrence Ave. E., Suite B, is open Mondav to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m- Evenings by appointment only, phone 751-7400. 9 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. CONSTITUENCY OFFICE OPEN The constituency office of Bob Hides, MP Scarborough Fast, located at Morningside Mall, 255 Morningside Ave., Suite 314 is open Monday to Fridav from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Phone 281-6767. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. CONSTITUENCY OFFICE OPEN The office of Tom Wappel, MP Scarborough West, located at 483 Kennedy Rd. is open Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Evenings and Saturday mornings by appointment only, 261-8613. 9 a -m. to 5 p.m, CONSTITUENCY OFFICE OPEN The constituency office of Barbara Greene, MP Don Valky North, is located at 173 Ravel Rd., Willowdale in the Find --Leslie Plaza. The office is open Monday to Friday from 9 am. to 5 p.m. Evenings and Saturdays the office is open by appointment only. Phone 493-1994. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CONSTITUENCY OFFICE OPEN The constituencv office of Ren6 Soetens, MP Ontario Riding, located at 103 Old'Kingston Rd., Suite 4, Pickering Village is open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Evenings and Saturdays by appointment only. Phone 686-0432. 9 a.m. 10 5 p,m CONSTiTUENCY OFFICE OPEN The constituency office of Derek Lee, MP Scarborough Rouge River. located at 200 Town Centre Court, Suite 219, Scarborough, MIP 4X8 is open Mon. Tues. Thurs. Fri. from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wed. 1-5 p.m. Phone 296-8899. 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. CONSTITUENCY OFFICE OPEN The constituency office of Jim Karygiannis, MP Scarborough - Agincourt, located at 3850 Finch Ave. E., Suite 406, is open weekdays from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Stqurdays I1 a.m. to 1 p.m. VY appoinfn= only, Call 321-5454. Winner of a TV set at the National Bank of Canada's open- ing draw in Highland Creek was Steve Siple seen above with bank manager John Phillips and Bruce Gitmore. i Photo - Bob Watson i Inaugural Meeting Of North York Council Dec.4 The I=uVzd Meeting the newly elected City of North York Council will take place at 2 p.m. on Wed. Dec. 4th at North York City Hall. It will be the 411th inaugural meeting for North York. Tttis is a public. The City Clerk will declare the new council d- fx"Hy elected and ad- minister the Oath of Allegiance. Members of Council will be introduced. They include Mel Lastman, Mayor; and (Ward lei, JJudy�sgro wags 2). Peter Li Preti ( Ward 3), Frank Di Giorgio ( Ward 4), Maria Rizzo ( Ward 5), Milton Berger ( Ward 6). Ir- ving Chaplley ( Ward 7), Joanne Flint ( Ward 8), Ron Summers ( Ward 9), Don Yuill (Ward 10), John Filian ( Ward 11), Barry Burton ( Ward 12), David Shiner ( Ward 13), Paul Sutherland ( Ward 14) . The 1992-95 term wi l be Mel Lastman's 9th as Mayor of North York. Cdn.Antique Phonograph Society Meets Dec.8 The Dart meeting of the Canadian Antique Phonograph Society will be on Sun. Dec. 8th at the Scarborough Centre for Alternative Studies, Highbrook Dr., Scar- borough (at Midland and Lawrence). The meeting begins at 1 p.m. The interests of the 250 members of the Canadian Antique Phonograph Socie- ty ( CAPS) range across all aspects of sound recording and its history: phonographs and gramophones, all types of sound recordings of historic importance, and related memorabilia. There is particular em- phasis placed on the history of record sound in Canada. lip 2bership, which in- cludes a 6 -issue subscripiton to the society's newsletter, costs just $15 per year. The socie- ty also publishes a membership directory. CAPS meets on a regular basis, currently eight times a year between September and June, in Toronto and Oshawa. Each meeting attracts more that 50 members and guests, and includes a presentation on one aspect or another of the history of recorded sound and an auc- tion of a wide variety of sound machines, recor- dings, etc. For more information contact Bill Pratt, 122 Ma- jor St., Toronto, Ontario M5S 2L2 ( telephone: 416-924-82D7). Music For You Eric James and Phyllis O'ReiRy will perform at the Scarborough Civic Centre on Sun. Dec. 8th from 2 un- til 4 p.m. Entitled "Music For You" the concert will feature musical entertain- ment and songs from the movies and the theatre. Eric James - pianist, composer and conductor - was the sole music associate for C .arlie Chaplin for 20 ve.,rs. Vocalist Phyllis c. -teilly has performed at tuck- ingham Palace and is a veteran of the theatre, con- certs i A cabaret. Special guest on Dec. 8th Will be %ocalist Cathv Mur phy, who is presently ap- pearing in The Music Man at Scarborough Village Theatre. Music Of Mozart By Trinity Chamber Ensemble The Trintiy Chamber Hornsby as guest artist. Ensemble is presenting a The concert begins at 3 concert celebrating the p.m. and is at Rosedale music of Mozart on the Presbyterian Church, 129 afternoon of Dec. 8th. The Mount Pleasant Rd., just ensemble is proud to pre- north of Bloor. For ticket sent clarinetist Richard information call 469-9666. Wed. December 4, 1991 THE NEWS/ POST Page 5 Jack Crilly New Chairman Of Peace Games The annual general Peace Games was held on and Jack Crilly was voted meeting of the Thurs. Nov. 28th in the in as the new chairman. Indianapolis -Scarborough Scarborough Civic Centre Bob Hull is now past Cantonese The Scarborough Health Department is offering a CASSELMAN'S Car Care Inc 'Service to all makes and models 1 Pickup and delivery Our Recession Fighter "People Helping People" One free hour of tabour for each new customer you refer to us Art Casselman Licenced Mechanic 65 Crockford Blvd. Scarborough. Ontario MIA 367 Bus: 288-8205 Res: 421-66341 Preconception special preconception class for anyone who speaks Cantonese and is planning a healthy pregnancy. The program will be held Sat. Dec. 7 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Chinese Information and Communi- ty Services offices, 38.52 INSURAil NCE BROKERS AS';WA TiON ONTARIO Class Dec.7 Finch Ave. E., Suite 310. Topics for discussion in- clude deciding to be a parent, developing a foun- dation for a healthy baby and making healthy lifestyle choices. For more information call 396-4228. chairman and Marg :Noble was chosen as vice- chairman. Executive members elected were: Gerry Allen, Jack Appleton, Donna Ben- son, Lance Coulthard, Barb Crittenden, Doreen Crozier, Don Fearnley, Ed Gilmore, John Hall, Reg Harvey, Brian Linton, Eleanor Logan, John Mateer, Bob Milne, Christine Morgan. 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Our compu�titivr edge Mill mate ptkc'ntial depend,on the com- secure the pro&penty we want tor We have a hL,ton' tk wttfkinl:, in mitmerit od individual Canadians, ourselve, and tour chillren. pr,,,,prr ct> tTrratitui with other-, hx worki Y'S Zile call. ity that's measured not txnh by pnr ditcbvity but by better jr�t+,, greateK da:, as.hoc•',errirnt, in pcact-6vpm%L mcditzrw and .pace explorawn W, -Lr wt tilt it'. opptirtundies fox v(" Canadians, %ow, with busuw-ss, lafxxir, govern It .time Dui. n. unite an�und our to u aroun , tint support ftx health, axial and senior menti, academic and ,trial grtxip� ite It itir� yet... citizen programs -and nttxe. working tt `ether, Ae can achie%r k "� ^repannk for a pni,perou• tuture. We can achieve it by mves" in indit iduaL%, there', a kit we can tau Icon abikitiws and being a anintry I'ut %our elt m thepicture that,ays... ye, we can. 'in,u„h rurther education or skill. Yes z 1 call. Wzye Qot the A look at some of Canaria', success stories proves it can be done... with real benefits. fix individual., the communities they live in anti for Canadian industrv. Hundreds of Caniadian companies are achieving remarkable interri ntm- al success. Thev're treating job,, developing new skulls and opportuni- ties for thousands of Canadians and creating markets around the wtxki for Canadian products. St. Laurent, Quel: c A u )rld l a& -r in aerial firefigghting with its renowned water hrnnher, a major farce in business ariattinn with 250 Challenger jets already delfttered and the acknowledged kvder in the detaelt>pment o�regim- al aimrnnercial jet aircraft, Canadair is also a leader in 0 creation. Empli ynie nt has increastU by niore than 2,000 since the Company's purchase by Rai nfurdier It;. iii :0 dopment pro -gram,. , parent,, w%e can encourag ge our lildnn to .u% in vhool longer and -:art career planning activiticr sooner. \, ernploven. wt -can think rpt --curing as a bustne — im t-;tment and ncourage a work em irunment here excellence and a commitment learning are celebrated. Finalh , a• anadian,, we can become a ptritiv e ::-t tN the procc5a through in%k)lt t- in the consultations tin our gnomic tuture. IVitht'tluirt�a.uour:: f -ales cord jib c reatit�ri u j tees three yturs, it's hardly suryr.,,ing that iNhw Fluter industries Lirniii.;d of WinniI X received a 1.991 Canada M.)rt Award. Alraidya major cucceU in the U.S., Ni -a” Flyer is ntru• aggro si;tly purnul. markets in Mexico, Eurolx and the Middle Fast. Yes, we Can.. calladil Page 9 THE NEWS/POST Wed. December 4, 1991 Bill Watt's Worlds ON SCREEN: We've always enjoyed Bette Midler. She has the persona of the late Ethel Merman and can belt out any song just like her; she can also caress it in a way that the first Miss M. could not. During World War Two, Ethel Merman appeared on Broadway in a show called Something For The Boys. Now Bette Midler is starr- ing with James Caan in the motion picture (and, we'll Ekeh• never know whether deliberately or coinciden- tally) For The Boys. By the time this review appears in print, the word will be out that "For The Boys" is a hit and should garner more than a fistful of Oscar nomination. James Caan's Eddie Sparks is an amalgam of Bob Hope, George Burns and even, George E. Jessel. Oh yes. he also has the morals of John O'Hara's Pal Joey. Bette Midler's Dixie Leonard nicely meshes the remembrances of Ethel Merman (of course). Frances Langford and Gale Robbins_ Perhaps there's more than just a suggestion of Farhne Brice as well. They are brought together in 1942 to entertain the troops. Their lives con- tinue together -though they are married to others -into old age and ht's that story that unfolds in For The Boys. It's not a musical though there's plenty of great old standards in it, about which. more later. It is rather more a musical odyssey with no Calypso but a soupcon of Circe_ Mise Midler and Mr Caan S�i4RS- $690° USE YOUR SEARS CARD 43&8829 ' M ' •aAn +w• 'd aR*o•.•a�! use ,n =l.u6s should both receive Academy Award nomina- tions for their portrayals of the two entertainers from their respective high noon through to their sunsets. To the uninitiated, Miss Midler's portrayal might seem uneven -shy off stage but strong, even coarse on stage. That, however, is the way it is with most per- formers and the entertain- ment world is filled with such. Johnny Carson comes immediately to mind. He is still capable of being the funniest than on television yet he is almost a crashing bore at private parties because he's so quiet. Anyway, there's nothing uneven about Miss Midler's portrayal of Dixie Leonard. It's dead on. We believe James Caan's performance to be the bet- ter of the two, however, not because he's a better actor. singer and dancer than Bette Midler but because he is not. His is a well nigh perfect picture of an enter- tainer with relatively modest talent but a singular and sustained drive for the top. Think of the three gentlemen we mentioned earlier. None of them are or were notably good singers or dancers but all achieved success. done of them are particularly t surrounded themselves with the best of writers to make them that way. That's James Caan in "For The Boys". And. this is as good a spot as any to suggest that George Segal should receive an Oscar nod for his role as Eddie's chief writer, the one who makes him funny. The music. It's Just great and lovingly ac- curate in the orchestra- tions. Among the oldies to be heard are I Remember You, P.S. I Love You, Underneath the Arches. 1 Apologize. %'bite Cliffs of Dover, Came Rain or Came Shine and a bounteous number of others. Among the Oscar nominations there should be one for the score. There should also be recognition of the accurate scene designs, the costuming and make up. One of our local icribes has knocked the ag- ing makeup of the two Pt1bYc imitation 188 1 /011911PR/ N Around and Abou a Your Dining & Entertainment Guide stars. One supposes he doesn't recognize liver spots. Wait a few years son! Readers, however, should not wait to see "For The Boys... See it now. As the late Johnny Wayne and his partner Frank Shuster, thankfully still with us, us- ed to sing in the Army Shaw, this is worth fighting for! DINNER THEATRE: One supposes that It Had To Be You at Stage West could be described as holi- day entertainment. It takes place on a Christmas Eve t aside from a few topical references by writers Renee Taylor and James Bologna, it could take place at any time, but we hasten to add. only in flake) New York City. Theda Blau is a quintessential flake trying to write a definitive Rus- sian comedy. Vito Pignoli is a producer of television commercials. He is materially successful but considers himself of only little or no artistic talent. Theda contrives to keep him overnight in her apart- ment and after a number of hilarious incidents and some gemdnely harry lines that come bock to one in memory, the couple become genuinely attach- ed. At the play's concha sign, they are going to rebuild their lives. Thin plot? Of course. Funny inlay? Oh, masa yes! Sandra Birch is Theda, she is given most of the fun- ny lines and delivers them well if frenetically. It is Eddie Mekka. however, who makes the most of them. It has been too long a while since we've seen such reaction bits and takes. He doesn't mug; he doesn't have to. Mr. Mekka simply moves his eyes and or slows his body in response to lines or situa- bons. Mr. Mekka is a genuinely funny man but he lets the humour of the play work for hire. Quite a race per- formance and one which You are cordially invited by the Chairrrian and members of the Scarborough Board of Education to attend the 1991 Inaugural Meeting on Monday, December 9th, 1991, at the Scarborough Education Centre (Civic Centre), 140 Borough Drive. 7:00 p.m. Concert 8:00 p.m. Inaugural C.A. &M Dutton of Educalon Christmas Tea Dance At Harbourfront Jingle bells, jingle bells! year round. All activities registration is not re - It's time to join in the are geared to older adults quired; the fee is $5 per Christmas spirit and feel in Metro Toronto and the person at the door. festive. Harbourfront's surrounding areas, and Refreshments will be serv- Rendezvous for Seniors relate to their health, W. The dance takes place stages the first ever educational, cultural and at York Quay Centre, 235 Christmas Tea Dance. recreational needs. Queens Quay West, just Senors of all ages can The Christmas Tea west of Queens Quay Ter_ dance, mingle, or sit back Dance is just one of the minal. and relax on Dec. 11 from 1 many special Rendezvous For further information to 3:30 p.m. for Seniors events. Pre- call 9734093. The Christmas Tea Dance provides older adults with the opportunity The Desperate Hours to get into the Christmas mood before the rush of Scarborough Players has Director, Jack Walters, festive activities. All after- announced their latest pro- says "this play deals with a noon. listen and move to duction "The Desperate nice, middle class family - the big band sounds of the Hours" adapted from his decent and slightly dull - Doug Aldridge Band. own novel by Joseph whose daily routine is com- Throughout fork Quay Hayes. pletely shattered by sudden Centre, see the beautiful This tense. fast moving and terrifying events. The display of Christmas thriller will run for three nightmare they have to live festive trees decorated by weeks at Scarborough through forces them to find local celebrities, or just Village Theatre, 3600 drop by and discover what Kingston Road on Dec 5, 6, strengths they never knew Rendezvous for Seniors has 7, 12, 13, 14, 19. 20 & 21 - Cur- they had; brutal threats to offer. tain time 8 p.m. farce them to achieve a Now in its 12th year of 'Tickets cost $10 with a deeper sense of their own operation, Rendezvous for special Thursday only rate mutual worth. We see the Seniors is a non-profit for students and seniors of naked power of desperate, organization working in co- $8; they can be ordered via ruthless, men meeting the operation with the public MasterCard or Visa by power of a family whose programs division of Har- calling 396-4049, or in per- belief in values lies deeper bourfront. It offers a wide son at the Theatre box d- than they themselves had variety of activities all five. ever realized." some all too serious students of theatre would do well to study. Of course we couldn't conclude a Stage West review without a mention of the buffet. Of the current selection of entrees we par- ticularly recomnnend the lamb chops in pastry. Yes! A good show. fine perfor- mances and delicious food. Happy holidays. ORIU ET LTtlil: The East Asia Travel Association-EATA-is an association of Bong Kong. Japan, Korea, Macau, Taiwan, Thailand and the airlines of those countries. It has been in existence for 25 years and has just form- ed a Canadian chapter. Doreen Vanni of the Tourism Authority of Thailand was kind enough to invite us to a celebratory luncheon at Thai Magic and we are so grateful to have attended! It goes without saving that the food was delicious and the company con- genial. What we want to stress is the marvel of travel to and in the coun- tries of the organization. Time was when a trip to the Orient was a trip of a lifetime. It still is but need no longer be a once in a lifetime experience. Flights there are regular and efficient, guided tours are performed to perfec- tion and the hospitality is unique in what is becoming a harsh world. We intend to address EATA in future columns but for now, make the sug- gestion that one's travel horizons should be broadened, particularly when our Canadian tourism is such a con- spicuous flop. A few column ago we promised details on how to win a gastronomic weekend for two in Paris from Air France. Noilly Prat is generally considered to be France's premiere vermouth. Many. however, are unaware of its unique cooking qualities. So Nmlly Prat has laun- ched a contest in which contestants are asked to submit their best recipes using this fine vermouth. Entry forms can be found in some restaurants but we suggest that you request some by faxing Noilly Pratt Great Recipes at 416-8204M. We're thinking of our recipe for scrambled eggs with Nodly Prat. It's easy. it's simple and delicious. But the exact portions of the ingredients are our secret alone! ON YOUR TOES: The National Ballet of Canada presents its annual holiday treat of The Nut- cracker at The O'Keefe from Dec. 17th through Jan. 5th. Some interesting pairings of principals are promised. Karen Kain will dance with Rex Harrington who seems to be becoming her most usual partner. Fast rising Margaret Illmann will be partnered by Robert Tewsley in his debut in the role. Chan Hon Goh will dance with Jeremy Ran- som. Those are, of cause, just some of the many pairings but. we suggest, the ones that balletomanes will be watching most closely. The Nutcracker is always delightful and, like most Torontonian, we couldn't imagine the holi- day season without it. ON RECORD: In Review. On a recent holiday trip we found ourself with sufficient time for a decent listen to Dan Hill's Dance of Love (Quality Records). In an earlier column we had pro- mised a full review after an abbreviated hearing at the album's media launch. As a child, mater and pater -particularly pater - impressed upon us, often with an accompanying thick ear (a Scottish disciplinary exercise made up of a strong tap to the ear lobe delivered by exploding the third digit from the thumb) never to fail a pro- mise. So. now we must deliver and are reluctant to do so. Now, it isn't that Dance of Love isn't good. The pro- bkm is that it's too good. Cut after cut of good ar- rangerrrents and in*as- siaoed vocalizing fall upon one's ear like an emotional sledge hammer and at the conclusion of listening one is punched out but happy. A tittle like the aftermath of lovemaking .. or so we im- agine. ( Drop eyelids here.) And yet, and yet, does it all make for a good album? Probably but it's our opi- nion that Mr. Hill has put too many goodies into one basket and risks being criticized for sarrwness. He has failed to put the beauty spot on a flawless complex- ion. Are we becoming too ar- ty here? If so, allow us to make amends by con- cluding with the statement that we like Dance of Love but don't really know why. Maybe it's because our ear still hurts. Of interest. Here •e some other recent releases for your attention listed not necessarily in any order. Achtung Baby by U2 and Cool Hand Loc by Tone Loc both on the Island label. Joey Ferrera ( Virgin Records) . Cowboy Christmas by Michael Mar- tin Murphy ( Warner Brothers). He Is Christmas by Take 6 ( Reprise) . Watch for the last one listed to be blitzed through the media. ANGEL VOICES: Thhe Canadian Children's Opera Chorus presents its annual Christmas concerts this Saturday and Sunday at St. Thomas Anglican Church which recently became the COC resident rehearsal space. Scarborough residents will be particularly taken by Song of Awakening com- posed for the Indianapolis Children's Choir in 1988. For those who might be unaware, Scarborough and Indianapolis are twinned. FAST EXIT: Even paranoids have enemies. Dashiell Ham- •.Lruett .. . _ Community Diary (Continued from Page 4) WED. DECEMBER 11 1:15 - 9 p.nL ALZHEIMER'S FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP The Alzheimer's Family Support Group meets the second and fourth Wednesday of every month at Brimley Acres, 2950 Lawrence Ave. E. (next to Bendale Acres). Scarborough Public Health Nurses and special guest speakers offer practical advice and information, discuss stages of the disease, current medical research, legal con- cerns, community support and placement issues. For details call 396-4228. 7:30 p.m. CANDLELIGHT SHARING SERVICE The Toronto Chapter of Compassionate Friends for Grieving Parents is holding a Candlelight Sharing Service at Faith Presbyterian Community Church, 140 Dawes Rd. For more details call Iris, 69114628. 8 p to CHRISTMAS CONCERT Students from St. Matthew and D'Arcy McGee Catholic Schools, logether with the Regimental Band of the Governor General's Horse Guard will perform at 1515 Bloor St. W., Toronto. • Anniversaries/Birthda ys• bWM WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES Four Scarborough couples are celebrating Golden Wedding Anniversaries this week. Eleanor and Thomas Atanasoff of Sheppard Ave. E. will celebrate 50 years of marriage on Thurs. Dec. 5th: the next day, Fri. Dec. 6th, Evelyn and William Orrett of Elinor Ave. will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary; Nan and Bill Pearce of Benoraara Crescent will be married 50 years on Stn. Dec. 8th; and Joyce and Victor Villoza of Richane Court will be wed 50 years on Wed. Dec. 11th. Congratulations and best wishes to all on this happy occa- sion. Wed. December 4, 1!!1 THE NEWS/ POST Page 7 Northdale's "A Concert For The Holiday Season" Northdale's "A Concert for the Holiday Season" will put even the nastiest "Scrooge" in the holiday spirit! The program will feature selections of Christmas music from around the world, popular favourites, traditional Christmas carols and a special performance of "Twas the Night Before Christmas" with Guest Narrator, Robert Latimer. The concert is to be held .at Hillcrest Christian Church, 2 Vaughan Road, 'Toronto (at Bathurst St.) on Sun. Dec. 8th at 3 p.m. Ticket prices are $7 for adults, $5 for seniors or ;students over 11 years of ,age. Children larder 10 are admitted free. Tickets may be reserved by phone by calling 421691 and will also be available at the door. Northdale is conducting a food drive for Stop 103 at this concert. Any patron who donates a :non-perishable food item at the door will receive a coupon redeemable for refreshments at the con- cert's intermission. Got an anniversary or birthday to celebrate? Brag That You Call 291-2583 for inclusion in this column. Are A Canadian Basketball Celebrates oYMCACentennial � Canada a ��- hen Canadian James Nannuth first nailed up two peach baskets 100 years ago, he likely had no idea that nullioets of inert, women and children would soonplay the garate of basketbaA worldwide. Today, some 300,000 Canadians play basketball in recreational and competitive settings. Around the world, it is one of the most popular games to watch. Canada's elite teams (both men and women) rank in the top 10 in the world. Nobody knows how many pick- up games and free-throw contests kids enjoy in laneways and public parks across the country. Organized basketball starts around age 8 or 9 when r,6 a boys play mini -basket ! (using a smaller ball, smaller court and lower nets). "The YMCA also makes a major contribution,' says Rick Traer. Executive Director of Basketball Canada, "through their Youth Basketball Association (YBA)." Play in the YBA is based on the principles of fair play and fun. Every child gets equal playing time, and winning is down- played. Dr Naismith—who believed that games should be played for the joy of effort, not winning—would have approved. "Basketball is a game that gets you involved. It's fast and fun to playy," says Russ Kisby, President of ParticipACTION. "It's a great activity for overall fitness and exciting to watch." James Naismith, who was born in Almonte, Ontario (a small town near Ottawa), invented the game of basketball while serving on the faculty of the YMCA International Training School in Massachusetts. In 1891, the director of physical education at the school was desperately looking for a game that would be interesting, easy to learn and easy to play indoors in the winter. He assigned Naismith the job of inventing a new game and trying it out with a "troublesome" class of young men. Naismith struggled with the class with no success, making attempts to win their enthusiasm with modified football and soccer. Finally, he sat at his desk, studying the elements of existing team games to determine what a new game needed to succeed. - On December 21, 1891, he tacked up two peach baskets to the lower rail of the gym balcony, picked up a soccer ball and posted the n des of his new game. Basketball was a success from the first toss-up. It spread 9uickly to schools and YMCAs throughout Canada and the United States. Dr Naismith married a player on the first women's team, and he and his wife attended the 1936 Olympia when basketball became an offi- cial Olympic event. He died in 1939 at the age of 78. "Dr Naismith was a great humanitarian," says Don McCuaig, Director of Communications at YMCA Canada, "and he always consid- ered himself a product of the Canadian YMCA with firm roots in the YMCA in Montreal- -it is appropriate that basketball was invented in a YMCA," says Kisby, "given the outstanding record of the YMCA in promot- ing fitness and fellowship in Canada and around the world." YMCA Canada is collaborating with Basketball Canada to cele- brate the centennial of Naismith's game. Players and referees across the country are wearing the special red, white and black patch to commemorate the Centennial. Communities are staging free-throw contests, tour- naments, dinners and award ceremonies. Canada Post has issued three commemorative stamps that will be released later this month For more information, contact your local YMCA. Guest Narrator, Robert Band will officially (location tba) with a Latimer began his celebrate its 25th Anniver- special commemorative theatrical career as a sary on Sun. Feb. 23rd concert and party. member of The New Play Society with Dora Mavor iyN• Moore. He continued his studies in England and per- formed in musical theatre "LLY'S in London. His work in theatre, film, television and radio includes perfor DINNER manes in Canada as well as Britain, Italy and the United States. He has ap & SHRIMPS $995 peared with the Canadian F—STEAKS harcoal Broiled Jr.Cut N.Y.Steak Opera Company, Opera in and Delicious Breaded Shrimps. Fe�stiival of�theaSou d He its HEF'SPLATTER $9.951also the founder and Ar- jBB QRIbe.Tendw Chicken Fingers tistic Director of Scarab artd Beef Brocftette Teriyslci Productions in Toronto. SF OOD COMBINAnON $8.95' Founded in North York in Tasty Shrimps and Fillet of Sole 1967, the award-winning and Fried to Golden Brown) Northdale Concert Band is CHICKEN TERIYAKI $8.95, currently celebrating its � yeoneNes are ,Mannalod and Coni" ken r 25th Anniversary Season. \ T.ny«l The bared is run by its ABOVE INCLUDE: SOUP - SALAD BAR Music Director, Conductor, RICE, BAKED OR F.F. POTATOES Mark Hopkins and a six ICE CREAM or FROZEN YOGURT member executive corn- COFFEE or TEA mittee elected from the general membership. I I f ' The NorthlWe Cortcett 430 NUGGET AVE. 293-9292 Band has 40 members who 7C,;Huck No#*, _t Snec.p3rd on Var.: Qm Road range in age from 17 to 75 EN. MONDAY TO FMIDAYFROM 11.3oA.M. years. Northdale rehearses SATURDAYS SUNDAY FROM a P.M on Sunday nights at the Col- 2938 EGLINTON AVE. E. 431-7157 umbus Centre in North One 31orM F",Y Vn cww on vw rr,rr, S -3e Yom. OPEN: TUESII:r TO SUNDAY FROM ;1:3trA.M. The Northdale concert CLOSED MONDAYS 44�CAR CARE �% �`°�SWAREHOUSE SALE re RUST GARD Reg. $299.00 .................. NOW $149.95 ( rust proofing) DRiPLESS OIL SPRAY Reg. $99.95.......... NOW $49.95 BUFF & POLISH Reg. $99.95 ................. NOW $69.95 1 Super Wax Coating �) INTERIOR SHAMPOO Reg. $99.95.......... NOW $69.95 I Oth" Semim Avadibk � Complete Car Care Package • Window Tint _;;fli' • Scolr rtac ch Guard • Engine Shampoo • Running Boards for Tks y Ililmmbw NIPt fliffft p9mary pporam vim, slice AMU n - 28,1882 The Scarborough Board of Education is offering an adult study program on the Isle of Rhodes this summer. This two-week program covers pottery construction and decoration. Those who are interested in attending this program are invited to an information night, to be held on Thursday. December 5, from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. at Artfax, W.A. Porter C. L. 40 Fairfax Cres. There will he a slide presentation, and Lynn Fishier, the artist who will he teaching this coarse. will be on hand to answer any questions. There is a fee for this program. For more information, call Visual Arts at 396-7510. Main Y. tArt Catlatn A. Curia Charman of the Board Drector of Educator 8 THE NEWS, POST Wed. December 4, 1991 CLASSIFIED ADS C"�;"�pm.�,"�,,: °"" call 291-2583 ARTICLES =PRERTIES HELP WANTEDFOR SALE SALE HELP WANTED TUITION DIARY • Pwpetual desk disr- les at just $4.00 plus tax (lotal $4.52) colourfully M*N bound. You enter your own dotes - "m days per page - Ideal for gifts. Keep tracer of ,social or business efgpe Idents. Send to Watson Publishing Co. Ltd. Box 111, Agincourt, MIS 384 or drop In to 150 Milner Ave- Unit 35, Scarborough. 291.2583. 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Playing a mixture of traditional Caribbean Christmas music on Dec. 15 is Los Parrandero6. Colleen Peterson will br- ing her brand of acoustic country, folk and children's songs on Dec. 26 usd members of the Whiteley family will lead par- bcipoUwy perfoTnarlices of folk roots music, combined with a special Christmas show, on Dec. 29. SANTA IS COMLNG Wheat }Wid Christmas be without Santa! Don't worry! We're made special arrangements with the Worth Pole to ensure that Santa pays a visit to Har- bourfront during the season's festivities. Santa arrives Dec. Sat 1:4.5 p.m. aboard the William Lyon MacKenzie fireboat in time for the official opening of Harbourfront's skating rink. Located south• f-nd of York Quay Centre SKATING Don't forget to bre ng your skates when visiting Har- bourfront! Located at the south end of Fork Quay Centre, the rink is open from 10 a.m. to 10 P.M. If you don't know how to skate and want to learn, in- quire about the Learn to Skate programs. Skate Sharpening and skate ren- tals are available for a modest fee and rink guards are always on duty. FESTIVE SONG AND MUSIC A celebration of multicultural musical traditions takes place Sum. Dec. 15, from 1 to 3:30 p.m. in the Brigantine Room. This colourful event features performances of Pang's Orchestra, an ensemble that skillfully plays traditional Chinese instruments; the Ne'Imot J.E. O'Heam & Son PAINTING & DECORATING INTERIOR A EXTERIOR 425-5043 This space could be yours for 20 per week WED. DECEMBER 4, tilt 1:0 � Cbu9-�eiiacar Sotaage CMVA-RsR6ad Rogers Cable TV WED. DECEMBER 4, tilt 1:0 � Cbu9-�eiiacar Sotaage CMVA-RsR6ad P.M. 2:0Iwo -council Reee�es 12:60 Feserval d 6:0 MP MPP Rayer" Pwt»a1rQ e� Feew Nomm"ti Turvi" 1:0 Av=S CAwk Syr T;M 6i Lari� yaRB Yee! 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DECEMBER 10 P.M. 12:00 Canadian Chub 1:0 Can.Misic Competition 1:30 Beaches Jazz -Bill Ki Sextet with Liberty Silva 2:0 Tai Chi 2:30 Matey 3:0 Pet TV In The Baric 4:0 Lemonaid Show 5:00 Reaction 0:60 MP MPP Reports n Ako virg6:30 Pi 7:0 Health Line SAD Rotas Sports Evart 10:0 A : ArUSans 10:30 MCA -They Never Asked Us 11:0 Hooted on F"vg 11:30 Siniger Colema Community Sports Notes Riverdale Collegiate's Senior Volleyball Team Riverdale Wins 2 Volleyball Crowns Riverdale Collegiate's Junor and Senior Boys' Volleyball teams conclud- ed an extremely successful season by capturing the Toronto Secondary School Athletic Association Cham- pionships in both the senior and junior division. It was the first championship sweep by a single school since 19118, when Riverdale won their first double The senior Raiders defeated the highly favoured East York Goiiaths by a score of three games to two. Riverdale lost the fust two games to the defending champions. but they bounced back to win the fmal throe and claim the tick. The match was very exciting and was witnessed by about 500 screaming fans at Jarvis CoRiverdale llegiate. captains, Ming Won and Evan Diep, Evan made excellent hits to finish this victory. Middle hitters Phil Tam and Brian ( use your Lace) Chau had some great digs and blocks in key situations. Weak side bitter Kenny Ngo had one of his best games of the year and setter Vince Jung did a fine job coming through with some excellent serves to salt away the victory. Huu Chi Phung carne in to get the team back on track when the match seemed to be slipping away. It was a great team effort overall which resulted in the victory and that effort was possible as a result of the exceUent coaching of Riverdale grads Larry Hum and Ray. Eng, and the perseverance of coach Pieter Warren. The boys have qualified to go on to Hamilton to represent Toronto in the Ontario High School Cham- pionships- In the junior final. the Riverdale Raiders cap- tured their fdith straight junior title. The final featured the North Toronto Norsemen whose only Ions in T.S.S.A.A action this year came in the final match of the season with Riverdale. In the championship match, Riverdale took the fust set by a 15-10 score, led by the fine passing of setters David Wakayama and Chu Chang. In the se- cond game North Toronto came on strong and built up a 12-6 lead. The jun» or Raiders, led by power hit- ters Jia You. John Apostolidis and Tommy Liu, and strong defence from middle hitters David Kwan, Peter Arrnenis, and Rudoffo L ucero, scratched their way back to earn an exciting 1614 win and clinch their fifth crown in as marry seasons. Ted Ou made some key backcourt passes in the final game and overall it was a great team effort that made the win possible. Congratulations to the players of the North Toron- to team and their coach Tim Gibson for an ex- cNlent season and a great final. Coogratulatioes to the junior Raiders for win- ning the championship and to coaches Ken Lee, Kiyomi Morino and Jim McAdams, for their efforts with the team. Record Breaking Bowling Sun- Nov. 24th was a very exciting day as 10B youth bowlers representing 18 moos across Southern On- tario vied for the Provirr cud Titles of the 36th An- nual Senior Mixed Team Championships at Echo Bowl, Brantford. It was a record breaking day, when two records were actually broken and the other three were within range of being broken. Cen- tral Ontario broke the 1985 Team 5 Game Score, when they rolled 7289 and bet- tered the record by nine- teen pins. The High 5 Game record for the men that has been standing since 1970 was broken by Wade Thompson of the Central Ontario team with 1414 by eighteen pins. The other three records were within reach when Lisa kruistmng of the Tn County Team missed the Ladies' High Five by only 20 pins with 1348. Christine Park of the Hamilton Team missed the Ladies' High Single record by 49 pins with 354, and Clayton Rhodes of the Scarborough team missed the Men's High Single by only 32 pins. The record breaking team was represented by Rob Harrison and Christina Lane of Georgetown Bowl, Georgetown, Bill Sebwemlin of Avondale Bowl, Bramalea, Wade Thompson and Natalie Laporte of Brampton Bowl, Brampton, Tammy Salway of Skyvhew Lanes, Bolton, with Coach Andy Parent. This team consistenth• roll - Riverdale Collegiate's Junior Volleyball Team Wed. December 4, 1991 THE NEWS, POST Page 9 Hayes Makes National Times by Muriel Warden Ontario Team Champion- ships, Division I were held in the Nepean Sportplex, Nov. 22nd through 24th. The Sportplex has a 50 metre pool with a moveable bulkhead. This being the "short course.. season the bulkhead was in use providing two 25 metre pools. Heats during the day are swum in both pools, one for girls, one for boys. They come together in the shallow end pool for the evening finals. This ar- rangement insures a slick run through of 112 events with approximately 640 participants from 16 top Ontario Clubs. Heats take 3.1 2 to 4 hours in 2 sessions daily, giving swimmers plenty of time for meals and rest before finals. Each team is allowed a maximum of 40 swimmers and one relay team entry in each age group for girls and boys. Scarborough Swim Chub had a full compliment of swimmers and relay teams at the meet. ed team totals of 1417, 1513, 1529, 1317 and 1513 to cap- ture the Wk and record. Runner up awards went to Zone N representing York West. who had single game team totals of 1353, 1494, 133?, 1436 and 1486 to finish with 7106. Members of the 2nd place team were Pat Easton, Shawn Coombs and Diana Biscardi of North York. Mark hill of Etobicoke, Karen Murtagh of Weston and Stacey Zam- mit of Toronto coached by Marie Fatter. Attractive awards were presented to the champion- ship team and the ruiner- s team, along with the in- dividual High 5 am single games of the tournament. The Youth Bowling Council ( Ontario Division) also provided all 18 six member Individual swimmers are limited to 5 events so care and strategy go into the choice of events for each team member. Alison Jones 12, won 5 medals coming first in 400 and 800 metres freestyle and 100 backstroke. Alison's 800 metres freestyle swim of 9 mins. 46 secs. qualified her for Youth Nationals for the first time. She took silver in 200 backstroke and bronze in 100 breaststroke. Liz Warden 13, won gold medals in 200 and 400 freestyle, was 2nd in the Boo freestyle event, and 3rd in 200 backstroke. Other medalists for Scar- borough were Nenad Minic, 14, with 2 silvers for 100 and 200 fly swims and a bronze for his 100 freestyle. Amanda Skopec, 14. brought home silver from 100 freestyle, Mitchell Lamb won 2 bronze medals for 100 and 200 breaststroke, Mark Lange 12, placed 3rd in his 300 backstroke, and Bob Hayes 15, was 3rd in the senior 100 backstroke with a personal best and national qualify- teams (3 ladies and 3 men) along with their coaches to an excellent dinner and dance an Saturday evening with the bowling competi- tion on Sunday morrhing- In October, I,254 senior division (ages 14-18) members of 145 Youth Bowling Centre leagues. entered one of the 18 Zane Finals held throughout Southern Ontario and Western Quebec. The top 3 ladies and 3 men in each none. then advanced as a team to the Provincial Championships �lT'/ a IetolmaUoll Nghi ing time of 1.00.45. Bob also made nationals in his 2D0 backstroke with a time of 2.10.10. Placing in the top eight, scoring valuable team points were 10 year olds Cori Walker, Jennefer Brankivsky, Kim Valenta 11, Tasos Rournboutos 13, Megan Watt 16 and Heather Palmateer 18. Cori Walker's 5 swims were all provincial qualifying per- sonal best times. Scarborough Swim Club placed seventh out of the 16 clubs in Division I. Coaches Darin Muma, Bob Boad- way and Marilyn Devine were very pleased with this advance toward the top. Last year the team was in Division II and earned promotion to the top divi- sion with a second place team finish. To be now over half way to the top of Divi- sion I represents a very respectable improvement. We asked the swi m- iners for better than best and we got just that. We are very proud of this achievement so early in or season." said Head Coach Darin. "We are look- ing forward to more suc- cess in future meets." Phone 2664" MIKE'S HOME BAKERY FOR THE BEST IN BAKING Ctoeed on Sundays 2344 Kingston Road $25.OFF 00 USE YOUR SEARS CARD 9 V ' au A... Caw" MYN NNUMP A009 ftmp= AWS 1.r, Air- 4 W The Scarborough Board of Education is offering an adult -study program at Ne%knham College, University of Cambridge, in England this summer. This two-week program coven landscape painting and architectural studies, and includes excursions. Those who are interested in attending this program are invited to an information night, to be held on Wednesday, December 11, from 4:00--6:00 p.m. at Artfax• W.A. Porter C.L. 40 Fairfax Cres. There will be a slide presentation, and Maurice Snelgrove and Tony Baxter. the artists who will be teaching this course., will be on hand to answer any questions. There is a fee for this program. For more information, call Visual Arts at 396-7510. Mn■r 0. t tr A. loran. Charman of the Board Diector of Educa m Page 10 THE NEWS POST Wed. December 4. 1991 Business Community News ===MONO Economist Predicts 71/2% Prime In '92 Speaking at a recent rates could drop to 5 or 6 pared to 1990, then the an - meeting of HomeLife Real percent in 1993-1994. nualized rate of inflation is Estate Brokers, Lloyd Atkinson foresees an era, now 2.2 percent and over Atkinson Chief Economist over the next 3-5 years, the last five months was 1.2 for the Bank of Montreal, where the Canadian percent." predicted that the prime economy will be ap- The meeting was held in lending rate would fall to proaching zero percent in- Toronto and attended by flation. "At times inflation Real Estate Brokers from -1 2 percent by the middle may even be negative." all over Ontario. In this set - of 1992. "In the next 2-3 Dr. Atkinson revealed that ting, Dr. Atkinson stressed :.cars we are looking at in- the annualized rate of infla- that lower interest rates serest rates comparable to tion has been distorted by would ultimately promote the 1960's" Atkinson fur- the GST. "If it is calculated a strengthening in real ther stated that interest without the GST and com- estate. Santa At Children's Aid Party Who can forget the times the Rotunda of Toronto Ci- include magicians, clowns, when we woke up extra ty Hall from 1 to 3:30 p.m. jugglers. Roland and Ro- early in the morning and maine dancers, famous • rushed to the tree to un- Come share a cup of sports personalities and a wrap that special gift we Good Cheer and watch as parade of costumed wanted for so long. eager faces grin in an - On Suri. Dec. 8, that same ticipation of meeting Saint characters that will include feeling will be felt by hun- Nick himself or witness the Eddie and Freddie Shred- dreds of foster children and smiles, the laugh and the die, Scoobie-Doo. Fido - their foster parents at the magic of the season. Dido. Snuggles and Polko- CASF Christmas partti at Santa's special helpers Roo and many more. Working With Abused New Program Family violence, elder Seneca's Continuing abuse have special needs abuse, sexual harassment, Education Division has thus requiring proper cultism . . all words that developed, with the help of training for the service pro - seem to reflect a disturbing highly qualified profes- viders." aspect of our daily life. sionals as an Advisory Ross Dawson, Director of More and more people are Committee, a new program Training at the Institute for coming forward as victims - the only one of its kind in the Prevention of Child of some form or forms of Canada - to prepare profes- Abuse states: "The In - abuse. For example, cur- sionals to effectively meet stitute is most supportive rent statistics show that the needs of abuse victims of this program. The cur - nearly 50'1 females and of all ages. rent high incidence of :25% males of our popula- The "Working With the reported abuse has tion are victims of Abused" Certificate pro- resulted in large increases childhood sexual abuse. gram will provide a com- in referrals to social agen- Onlv now are we, as a prehensive. skills -oriented cies. This in turn has society, attempting to deal multicultural ly-sensitive created a need for social with the needs of these vic- training program. It con- agencies and helping pro- time, whether they be sists of nine subjects of- fessionals to increase their children, adults or the fered on a part-time basis knowledge and skills elderly. However, helping which can be completed in related to helping the vic- services are not able to do four semesters. It com- tims of abuse." the job adequately. They bines classroom studies The program is schedul- lack the funds and, just as and field work experience. ed to start in January with importantly, they lack "The introduction of this two courses. Client Com - ;greatly needed trained ser- program is well timed," munication Skills and vice providers. Our com- says Acting Staff Inspector Multicultural Issues. Each unity and institutional G.H. Dealy, Unit Com- runs 14 weeks from 6:30 to health and service related mander of the Family 9:30 p.m. at the college's professional is dealing with Violence Prevention sec- Newnham Campus. Ap- an increased number of tion, Metropolitan Toronto plicants must have a disclosures without ap- Police. "Increasing public minimum of a diploma in a propriate training or with awareness of abuse is caus- health service related field inadequate training ing a rising demand for ser- and two years' experience through sporadic vices. Our Force in the respective field. workshopy or conferences. recognizes that victims of A mandatory orientation session will be held on Thurs. Nov. 28, at 7 p.m. at Newnham. 1750 Finch Ave. East 1 at the Don Valley Parkwavt, North York. TAX INCREASES ARE 1 Scarborough GETTING OUT OF CONTROL Join the Taxpayers Coalition in S:op mushrooming bureaucracy. • S -op politicians suffocating the economy. • S:op the government taking your money and wasting it. Save Money and save our Country! Across Ontario, taxpayers are saying 'enough/" It started in Blenheim when one individual stood up against the local government. His taxes were increased +58%1 He said No. Then he stood his ground with other outraged taxpayers. The budget in Blenheim has been held in check for two years running. The increase has been zero! There are now 60 chapters of the Taxpayers Coalition Ontario and over 60,000 members. The numbers are Join Taxpayers Coalition Toronto and you are giving a vote for sensible government. Divisive politics combined with out -of -control government spending and taxation are tearing our country apart. Every party pays lip service to fiscal responsibility. Yet every government contributes to the problem including- Pork barrel handouts, deficit financing, growing dweau-crdcy, mwniple taxes incWing: municipal, school board, Metro, GST, PST, income tax, business taxes, corporation taxes, lot levies, gas growing daily! 41a s o o taxes, sin Taxes, capita! gains taxes, crutnms i i 'I duties, transfer taxes, vehicle taxes, tire taxes... Now it is Toronto's turn. Taxpayers of all political X ,— =— When will it stop? When patriotic. hard - stripes, for the first time are saying In a unified d o _ voice 'Stop increasing our taxes" Ir. /% ? working Canadians stand together and say o "enough." ORON� With your help the politicians Taxpayers Coo66on ,veno Toronto Now is the time. Please join. 130 Beidgelond Ave., Str:te 314 will start to listen. Toronto, oNoric P.16A 'Z4 You will make a difference. Phone ;4161 783-9820 Fox ;4161783-5/727 Please Jan Us Just fill in this form and send a contribution. Then get three of your friends to join. Ask them if they can get three of their friends! Z Name: I would like to volunteer my time to help. Ft other members LL, of household 1• My contribution is S •gymwaraucter Q Tot �otug agel (minimum $5.00 per application) W Who Mesh W tom � 3 � f enclose a cheque made payable to Taxpayers Coalition Toronto L 4. Please charge my Visa o ; I� Address: :c Expiry ` Province: Postal Code: Sid . .� Occupation: � E ❑ Student ❑ Senior ❑Unemployed Send ro: Taxpayen Coalition Metro Toronto Telephone: Home: 130 Bridgeland Ave., Saint 314 Work Toronto, Ontario M6A 124 Phone 1416) 783-91129 Fax: Fax 1416) 703-5777 ... .. ..-�"G.��::.. ..... .. •. •�f•. ..�.-.t..»sf'• •' .. . t1 t.'�j i�-f�rw«��• r .... ......i�.s...�. Ladies' Volleyball Assoc. 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Dec. 7, Humber College will be hosting the Thir- teenth Annual Humber Col- lege High School Senior Boys Basketball Classic Presented by Brooks and City TV. The Classic features eight of the best high school teams in On- tario. Windsor Lowe will be back to defend their cham- pionship title as well as former tournament cha mpions -Runnymede, Oakwood and Bathurst. The other participants in- clude Oshawa Oneil, An Myer, West and Waterloo Coll pate. In five of the past six years a team from the Humber College Classic has won the OFSAA cham- pionship. travel Watch Your Driving It's Black And White And Green All Over... -A Montserrat Honeymoon Committed to a quieter, gentler life, Montserrat is a welcome change from her neighbouring Isles where crowded beaches, soaring high-rise hotels and noisy nightclubs set the tone. Montserrats natural beau- ty is apparent in the green mountainous landscape d rmiukting this 39 square mile island. Dotted with black and grey sand beadles, there are also secluded white .sandy beaches only ac- cessible by a small boat or by avid hikers. The true charm of this island however is found in the welcoming and warm- hearted people. Couples can spend days relaxing on the beach, snorkeling and diving in priistim sess, Playing ten- nis or golf, and hiking through mangrove forests brimming with wildlife or to be heart of the Great Alps Waterfalls. There are also shops to browse through and quality restaurants to dine in and around the town of Plymouth. Two of the island's best hotels, The Montserrat Spr- ings Hotel and Vue Pointe Hotel• are offering special week-long honeymoon pro- grams. Montserrat Spr- iwgs� newly have two blase, the ..Iliom Suite Week" and the "Honeymoon Garden Package". The ..Honey- moon Suite Week" incudes seven nights accommoda- tion in a ane -bedroom suite, ebampagne on arrival and a hiking tar of the Great Alps Waterfall for $1435 US per couple from Dec. 16 through April 15. Rates from April 16 through Dec. M. 1992 are $1050 US per couple. The "Honeymoon Garden Package" is available for =1020 US dur- ing the same winter period and Sm US in summer I=. It includes seven nights accommodation in the hotel's new Garden Wing and champagne on arrival. All prices include service charges and government occupancy tax. At the Vue Point Hotel. the seven -night "Honey- moon Holliday. includes accommodation in a private cottage called a rondavel with rum punch on arrival and flowers and t 6anhpa®ne in your room. Also included are triumportation to town and the adjacent Montserrat Golf Cause. The "Honey- moon Holiday" is available from Nov. 1 to Jan. 12 for NOVA TRAVEL 01Ir.uc.21sas� mcmPh" Travel Selfte" b am dos*wtfom n- I Ib PICA MftA Av. XM 5739 US per couple and from Apr. 15 to Dec. 14, 1992 for 1129 US per couple. Known as the Emerald Isle, Montserrat was first settled by the Irish in 1632 and the shamrock is still featured in the Department of Tourism's logo. Montserrat is a British crown colony and lies 30 miles southwest or a fifteen -minute hop from Antigua with flights leav- ing daily. For further information contact Montserrat Tourism, c to Melaine Com- munications at 33 Niagara St. Toronto, Ont. M5V 1C2. Tel: (416) 36.2-3900. First Aid Courses St. John Ambulance is of- fering a variety of fust aid courses at its Scarborough kicati n, 210 66filner Ave. Standard First Aid: Dec. 14-15 and Dec. 26-29, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. EmmVmcy First Aid: Dec. 16, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Dec. 27, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Basic Rescuer (CPR): Dec. 16-17, 9 a.m. - 6 p. m. ; Dec. 21-22, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Dec. 23-24, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Dec. 3431, 9 a.m. - 6 p -m. What Every Babysit- ter Should Know: Dec. 14, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Save A Child: Dec. 19, 9 a.m. - 11 p.m. For more information and to register call the Training Department at 321-0136. In Florida The Canadian Automobile Association is warning its members about strict enforcement of traf- fic laws along a 34 mile stretch of Interstate 4 bet- ween Lake Mary and Kissimmee. This warning affects motorists travelling to Orlando, the top U.S. tourist destination. A strict enforcement area is defined as roads where traffic laws are rigidly enforced for valid safety reasons, such as reducing speed or dangerous conditions. CAA has been advised by the American Automobile Association that increased enforcement along In- terstate 4 is part of a statewide Florida Highway Patrol information carn- paign and crackdown to reduce speedingdirinking and driving and lack of seat belt use. More than 16,000 speeding tickets have been issued by Florida Highway Patrol sot Mute stateLbe p t seven months. That number is in addition to Florida Ng away Patrol's efforts along other parts of Interstate 4 in the Orlando area. There are four other strict enforcement areas in Florida: Interstate to U.S. 301 in the Baldwin area; U.S. 301 from Lawtey to Waldo; U.S. 1 near Big Pine Key; and the Sand Key Bride on C3ewwater Beach - where structural problems have forced police to strictly motwor Lee Island Coast Events & Festivals Sixth Annual Traditional Wee tis ttitat Cerewnoy - Dec. 9. Welcome the sprit of the holidays at this traditional ceremony. Music will be performed by area school groups from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Location: Cape Coral City Hall. Yuletide at the Bwrnno- Hale -Dee. 11-15. The historic Burroughs Horne will be decorated in the Christmas sprit with ornaments that reflect the way the bonne may have looked at Christmastime in the early 1900s. The elegant house will be filled with Christmas trees, lights and ornaments. The Burroughs home was built by wealthy cattleman John Murphy who envisioned the area's resat potential. The home's erection was a catalyst for the building boom in Fort Myers. It was sold to Nelson Thomas Burroughs in 1919. Locatim: First and Fowler Streets in downtown Fort Myers. U.S. Lechler National Championship - Dec. 14-15. Board sailors from across ?north America will compete for top honors in this warm-up championship before the Olympic trials. There will be an estimated 30 competitors in the men's and women's divisoon. Location: Snook Motel, 3033 West Gulf Drive, Sanibel Island Casty Festival - Dec. 15 You may have visions of Sugar Plum Fairies as you sam- ple candy, view displays and watch candy makers from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission will be charged. Location: Nature Centre of Lee Canty, Fat Myers. 14th Annual Ye Olde Madrigal Feaste - Dec. 21 A llkh and 17th century Christmas festivity, which in- cludes madrigal stingers, harpists and dancers to entertain you during a medieval six -muse feaste. Cost is $30 per per- son. Reservations are required, call 813-472-5111. the even- ing of fun begins at 7:30 p.m. Location: South Seas Planta- tion, Captiva Island. Christmas Boat-A-lmng - Dec. 22. Providing a backdrop for an assortment of holiday ac- tivities, a parade of about loo boats, in all sizes and shapes, decorated for Christmas, cruise the canals of Cape Coral and into the Caloosahatchee River. Location: Bimini Basin at Four Freedoms Park in Cape Coral. Wed. December 4, 1991 THE NEWS/POST Page 11 Eksperimentarium: Denmark's "Hands -On" approach to Science Who'd ever have thought that a brewery would be home to Europe's newest museum of natural science and modern technology. Indeed, the old mineral bottling hall of Copen- hagen's Tuborg Breweries now houses the exciting new Ek- sperimentarium. Opened in January 1991, this unique eeuer actively contributes to education and to the under- standing of nabire. technology and the environment by prc- seatmg experimattc in "game forts' so that visitors -- adults and children alike -- an ac - n iiarbapake and have fu w bile 'Thc Eksp riexntarium is one of the mow exteasivc aid technologically advanced museums of its kind in northern Europe,' says Jars Boye-Mdler. maia&g director of the Danish Tourist Board —*c expect that it will become a major attraction for Daces and tourists alike." At the Eksperimeatariiam, pnrtic.. - , use not duly their hands but all of their senses, which makes it unique among more traditional museums. The 250 exhibitions and demortstra- tions arc divided into three themes: "Man". "Nature" and "like Interaction Between Man and Nature". There's an 84 - meter echo chamber which picks up whispers, a computer- ized 'food menu" where ,you can calcuiafc whether or not a favorite meal is healthy, and an exhibition showing the guro- scope used for flight navigation. Visitors can also play with ozone shadows, test a favorite son -tan lotion. examine drink- ing water and compare air pol- lution r two different cities. In the "Focus a..." area, subjects are explored more deeply and in smaller groups. with the help of an instructor. Families can work as a tears to make that first eiectroaic alum. examine enzymes, make a camera from paper. and test per- fume. The Eksperirnentarium also otters debatm discirssiiorn, workshops and "Meet the Ex- pert" informal get-togethers where current issues and techni- cal developments are presented and demonstrated by noted ex- perts in the industry. Exhibi- tions change frequently so visi- tors can see. explore and learn something new every time they participate. In addition, all ex- periment texts are found in Danish. Swedish and English. The Eksperimentarium also offers a cozy cafe which wel- comes bagged lunches and a gift shop with educational toys. books, pamphlets and kits en- couraging experiments at home. Prices: Children between 5 - 14 = DKK 351$6.751 Adults = DKK 50 f $9.501 Child w. Adult = DKK 70 [13.001 Hours: Monday. Wednesday. Friday = 9am. -6p.m. Tuesday and Thursday = 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday = 11 am. -6p.m. Hew to Set there from CapeiI gs : Bus 6 from the neater of town and bus 21 sad 23 hoot Helkrup Station. S-tras w Helkrup Station or Svanern0l- ka Station. Parking is avadda- ble. Ekspaimentariam Tuborg Havaevei DK -29W Hellerup Phone: (45) 39 27 33 33 Fax: (45) 39 27 33 95 Barge Sinks With Jason Equipment On Thins. Nov. 21. the barge carrying the Jason Project egtipment to its site in the Galapagos islands sank in the Pacific Ocean. Lost were the pro- duction van from Turner Broadtsting System Inc. the satellite oommtatics tions van from EDS Cor- poration, containers of equipment from Woods Hole Oceanographic In- stitute and the undmyaw riot Jason Jr. Tile Jason Foundation has managed to secure the major Pieces of equipment needed to implement the project (satellite ugh ink antema, TV production equipment and microwave equipment) from other sources and will broadcast as planned on Dec. 2 to H. These new developments have resulted in some changes to the pians outhn- ed on the enclosed release. The location has changed to Baltra Island (close to Santa Cruz) and will in - chide a lard site on the Island of Seyour and an Robb Can Help Your Problem If you find you are ghring house room to any of the following - racoons. squirrels. skunks or ground hogs, a call to Robb the Trapper will soon clear up your problem. Robb uses very humane means to remove the offenders. no poisons. gases or painful traps. He uses cages with bait. sardines or peanut butter. depending on the animal preference. The animals are taken to Ante country and released. Contact Robb at 6W50%. underwater site. Since Jason Jr. is lost, the foundation, is working an finding ark.dbcr subaw- sible robot. Unfortunately. the geology site and mobile naturalist site will no longer be part of the Jason Project. but there will now be some live footage of the U.S. navy's rescue efforts to find Jason Jr CHRISTMAS NEW YEAR'S EVE AT THE PRINCE This is a magical time of year at the Prince Hotel. Join us for a fabulous five -course Christmas Dinner in Le Continental. And for New Year's Eve, there are two exciting parties - a Gala event in Le Continental and a less formal but equally e *y - able celebration in the Brandy Tree Lounge. For complete information call: 444-2511 Toronto PRINCE HOTEL York Mills Rd. at Don Mill, Rd. Page 12 THE POST Wed. December 4. 1991 Here & There In Pickering by Diane Matheson �LIXB 51 Pickering residents who are 55 years and up are now eligible for big savings on all full and day annual member- ships at the Pickering Recreation Complex. A complimentary South Pickering Seniors Club 753 nwmbership is incfuded with each Club 55 purchase. The Activitv Centre is located at 910 Liverpool Rd. Drop in or call Mrs. Paula O*Connor at 429-6M. Come out and join us for special events and activities. especially for Club 55 members. For more information see one of the reception staff at the Pickering Recreation Complex. IMTESDAY MORNING LADIES CLUB Ladies 18 and over are invited to the Tuesday Morning Ladies Club held from 9 to 11 a.m., every Tuesday from September to May. at the Church of the latter Day Saints. south of Hwy. Z east of Church St. in the Village. Activities include exercise class, volleyball. basketball, floor hockey, Crafts. coffee time. social activities. The cost is $1 per visit mid $2 for child supervision. TO find out more call Mardi Melas 668-"74 or Shannon Buchan at 427-6657. ENGLISH English as a second language is being offered in the even- ing at Dennis O'Connor Separate School on Monday & Thursdays from 6:31) to 9:30 p.m. To register call 5764150. ext. 214 or 215. HOCKEY Pt.AVEFLs NEF-DED A non -contact men's hockey league needs players for Saturday afternoon games at the Art Thompson Arena, If you are intersted call Bill at 427-9538. SENIORS %M%'MF-% Seniors in Pickering, the Village and Ajax have lats to do. The Pickering and Vidlage Seniors Club is located on I antaiti Ave. beside the Village Arena in Pickering Village. They bold monthly meetings on the second Wednesday of each mo0th from 2 p.m. If you are 55 years old and ever you are digible to )am for an annual $3 fee. The club has an active craft group with quilting. sewing, knitting ' painting an cloth and embroidery being just some of the crafts. Other ac- tivities include bridge. euchre. darts, Pool. social events, exercise classes. bingo and various day and overnight bus trips. If you would like mom i:darmation call SKWMW Man- dav and Tuesdav afternoons. the Ajax Seni'ars Friendship Club is located at the St. An- drew's Conununity Centre. 4% Exeter R& in Ajax. The dub is also open to theme 55 years and over. Activibes inch arts and crafts. socW events, carpet bowling. br*e. euchre. sing. shuffle board, darts. exercise classes, law dancing. square dancing and day and overnight trips. Phone at WE*- 1573 for more informatm. IC`E SK_ -%TING Parents aniell Tot Skating has already started at the P$ckem* %dlage Arena. Times scheduled are Tuesdays from 2 - 3 p.m. and Thursdays from 10 - 11 a.m. At the Ajax Community it is Moodaiys from 10 - 11 a.m-. Wednesdays from 2 - 3 p.m- and Fridays from 10 - 11 a -m- At the Ajax Arena skating begins an Oct. 7th. The good. is that at both locations for the Parents and! Tot Skating. admission is Free I TOPS TOPS stands for -Take off Pounds Sensibly". This group meets every Thursday at the %dL-tge Reti.eirm t Centre. 1955 Valley Farm Rd. in Pickering. Call 4rt-96ig if you would like to find out niore. CALLING -MUSICIANS Tuba. cbtrinet or trornbone players are needed for The Pickering 0XICert Band, a non-profit cornmunity band that rehearses every Tuesday night from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the East Shore Communitv Centre. Call S31-2-,54 If you am in- terested OVEREATERSANONYMOUS Ibis group meets every Wednesday to help those who are having problems with their weight. The Wednesday's meeting is in the upstairs choir room of the Pickering Village United Church, 300 Church St. N. in Pickering Village. Step study ruris from 7 to 8 p.m. The general meeting is from 8to9:30p.m. Enter the meeting by the nor- theast door. For more information call Caren at 831-2570 or Lily at 6814M. ARTS FOR YOUNGS77JRS AND TEENS The Ajax Recreation Department has a great line up of arts and craft programs for 6 to 14 year olds. On Dec. 4th for two weeks for the 6 to 10 year olds is "Nut- cracker Sweets". Celebrate Christmas early - you will learn to make delicious Christmas goodies that you can try at home with Morn and Dad. On Dec. 7 for am week for the 6 to 8 year olds. learn how to build and decorate a delicious ane -of -a -kind gingerbread house. Starting on Jan. lith for five weeks "Be a Star! ". Self ex- pression and creativity are developed by participating in story telling, role playing, theatre games and rhythm exer- cises. This is for the 6 to 9 year olds. Creative Expressing will run on Jan. lith for ten weeks for the 8 to 12 year olds.=rivdee�:== i(s a drama program that allows for t 0 imagina- tion. creativity and self experession. Participate in role playing, characterization. movement. voice awareness and many more creative activities. Arts Adventure is a program that introduces various art mediums and helps develop sifflis and imagination which encourages individualistic freedom of expression. It is for the 10 to 14 year olds and runs for ten weeks beginning Jan. Ilth. For all these programs and many more, pick up an Ajax Parks and Rec. News book or call the Rec. Department for registraiton information. PICKERING AND VILLAGE SENIORS The club is located at 29 Linton Ave., beside the Village Arena. Monthly meetings are held on the second Wednes- dav of each month starting at 2 p.m. Activities are open to citizens 55 years and over. with a membership fee of S3 per year. The club has a very active craft group, with quiltir*. sewing. knitting- painting on cloth, embroidery. etc. The program includes bridge. euchre, darts. pool. social events. exercise classes. bingo. day and oveirnight bus trips. For more information call 683-8450 Monday and Tuesday after- nons or M2M. READINC HELP One out'� five adults in the Durham Region help with reading and wnting. Reading a menu or a form for a Job. wntwg cheques or paying bills is very hard for some people. "Read Hot line" - 1-fto-2o-om -I:s the nurnber to call if you would like help. You can choose a Ixogi m that stats you: one-toone. small groups. classes. day or evening. Or if you would like to become a volunteer. there are programs to tram these too. Call the above number for more informatiom ILALLROOM DANCE (I�UB If you like dancing came and join the Durham Ballroom Dance Club abet youw-W have futi, meet nm friends and practice your dance steps to strict tempo nur%ic. club members meeting on Thursdays at 8: 30 to 10: 30 p. m. at the Lincoln Avenue Public School. The fee is $12.50 per person per year. this mdudes admittance. For inewe iniormation call Maureen Cooper at 477- —j, 42. THE ANIMAL RESCUE MISSION Recently the Animal Rescue Mission had a display at the Pickering Town Centre. These people am devoted to animaig and their missim is to save all unwanted pets and rescue animals in distress. It is run by full and part fime . -- - --s and is entering its 21st yew of r;, atian_ One of the fine programs that you can take port in is to become a"foster parent". While the mission is looking for a permanent for the pet, you provide a meWhly don&- tim to take care of its food, etc. You win . ec ve a recent calmw photograph of your faster pet - 5ft a day (SIS per month) is all it costs. If you are interest and would like more information write to: The animal Rescue mission, 2793 Danforth Ave.. Toronto, Ontario M4C IIA. The month y newspaper is autaniatically sent to all pet faster parent FREE FROM FEAR ]FOUNDATION The Free From Fear Foundation meets the first and third Tuesday of each month fraim 7 to 9 p. in. at 1400 Bayly St., Pickering. This non-profit organization is dedicated to help- ing those steffenng from anxiety disorders and phobias and offers information, educational materials, guest speakers and -support groups. For details call 831-Wn, T 0 'iste to Your cart., In just a few hours, you could learn to help save someone's life. Learn CPR — Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation. In just a few hours. So listen to your heart. Contact one of the following agencies to enrol in* a CPR course near you today: The Canadian Red Cross Suciety - The Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada The Royal Life Saving Society - The Canadian Ski Patrol.- St. John Ambulance � WEEK from Ottawa� � '1111111011 Rene"Soeten, M.P. The Constitutional Committee is back an track. The im- passe that had stalled the unity panel ended this week as Joe Clark announced that the committee will hold up to six national conferences in order to bring Canadians together from across the country to discuss the constitutional pro. posais. It was certaudy encouraging to see MPs from all political parties settle their differences and continue with the task at hand - which is heanng the testimony of concerned Cana- dians as they voice their views on the constitutional pro- posals. The importance of the Constitutional committee cannot be stresseed enough - it must be kept in touch with Canadians in order to gauge the response to the proposed reforms. Only from an active and attentive committee can a truly worthy report be generated, and beneficial reform be achieved. Here is the result a( the committe's new direction: up to six national conferences, which will be oriented toward specific subjects. The committee will be receiving input froin provincial legislatures. leaders of political parties, and other expert witnesses. The involvement of non- governmental orgamz2bons is also seen as essential in evaluating the proposals. In light of this week's development, it was also nice to see a good turmout for last Thursday's Open Forurn Constitu- tional Meeting in the riding, which served as the arena for some very interesting and constructive dialogue. In addi- tion, riding members will soon be receiving a constitutional qwegionnaire. I look forward to reading your comments. HEARING FAR IXX;S OF CANADA Hearing Ear Dogs are dog guides similar to the dogs for the blind. and as such are to . ve the same privileges. The) wear a special orange lead and collar to identify them an the street. Hearing Ear Dog owners carry an identifica- ban card and all expenses pertaining to the dog are tax deductible. Hmrwg Ear Dogs are tramed to alert the hear - mg impaired to sounds of everyday life, such as smake detectars, fire alarms. door bells, alarm docks. telle baby cries, arid much mom. Having a trained Hearing Ear Dog allows hearing im, paired Canadians to Mad an independent life. The Hearing Ear Dog is given to the bearing impaired person free. Four thousand dollars will provide a bearing impaired appiwant the entire service of obtaining a Hearing Ear Dog - If You am interested in finding out more please contact "Hearing Ear Dogs eif Canada". P.O�Bax w,, O&kvdIe, On- tario. LAJ 5EB. AJAX PHItATEUC SwIETV The -Stamli Club- meets an the fus:t and third Mondays Of the month from September to June f. on 7 to 9 p. m. at the Parish Hall. St. Bernadette,s Church in Ajax. Activities at the meetings include "swap & sell" nights, table auctions and presentations on various topics to do with stamps. Cost is $6 for adults. Juniors aged 10 to 16 are welcome to join at nocharg'. C311 Shanie MangUlins at 4654291 in theeveniW only. Party At Rouge Hill Library Rouge Hill I.Abrry will and games for the festive hold a Pre -School occasion. Tickets are $1 Christmas Party for each and are available in children ages 2 to 5 years advance at the Rouge Hill an Wed. Dec. llth at 11 Library or by phoning 41.111. 20&2576. Reserved tickets Jim Parker and his must be picked up a week guitar will present songs m advance of the party. r 01 At Central Libi cuoy On Tues. Dec. 10th at 7:30 staff of Strands of Whithy. p.m. teens (both girls and Find a new look for the guys) are invited to watch cuning party season. This a demonstration of make- is a free event but you up techniques and the should pre -register at latest hairstyles by the WI -7M. Canadianism Is First Multiculturalism Is Second Did you know one in five Canaftm Suffers from brea#*V diwi�lers and lung disease? Learn more about ft health of your lungs on ft Lungrnobile, a travelling van offering free lung function testing and ech"bonal materials. Date: Tw*: Location. COnW for more informatim: E LU a 1] ON TW- 1yTP0UW!ALt Y Is OrdY as good as the Wmyi*v&l cmj2wL " you want to hitkisive 90vwnnWW. 9*W your ii� �&& _9@ 10 your Pollitical 1111POS"Itatim- ora isism to0wr,&wspepwa,