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Home My WebLink AboutPP1994_03_09This Space Could Be Yours For �$l 2 per week Blaisdale Montessori Sch001 Est.1969 Our 25th yr. in Scarborough! For childnert 18 mths. b up 05 Scarborough Goff Club Rd 115 Orion Park Rd. 509-5005 Celebrate Durham '94 March 16-27 Works by students from the Durham Board of Education, K -OAC , The Robert McLaughlin Gallerv. Oshawa ( 9051 576-3000. March WMay 8 Historic photos of Oshawa from the Thomas Bouckley collection for a Happy Anniversary Durham Region. It's at the REDUCED FAT EATING PLAN Send for a 14 day menu plan, designed around every day easily prepared roods. The plan accorrwnodates those who want to reduce. and non-reducing family members. Send cfregtae or money order for 511.50 TO: JANNING GRAPHICS t to 789 Edgewood Rd- Pickering,0nL1-1 Y 3A1 Be sun to mckede your address i phone numb».. Robert McLaughlin Gallerv. Oshawa ( 905 ( 576-3000. March 11-30 lt's March Break Madness at the Metro East Trade Centre. Pickering (905) 427-0744. March 13 It's St. Patrick Lunch & Bake Sale at the Uxbridge Senior Centre. Uxbridge. Proceeds go to the Ux- bridge Cottage Hospital. (905 852.6294. March 13-31 It's Winter's Harvest: Exhibition and Sale of Crafts at the Cream of Barley Mill. Clarington. (905) 623-5831. March 14-18 The Durham Minor Hockey Challenge will be played at Seugog Arena, Port Perry. ( 905) 985-9M3. '.March 16 It's Pancake Day and Sleigh Rides at Purple Woods Conservation Area, Oshawa. ( 905 ( 579-0411. March 17 -May 8 It's Leslie Reid:Land- scape Into light at the Robert McLaughlin Gallerv. Oshawa. ( 905 ) 576-3000. :7:VrTr ,.....- ��iuwnu�rtetrresr� Keep Happy! �/rsf*"o (it. 29 1o. 9 40c per copy Published by Watson Publishing Company Ltd. Every Wednesday Second Class Mail Registration No. 1645 $15 per yr. by mail Pickering. Ontario Aluminum & Vinyl Products • Siding/insulation I i e Solfit/eanestroughs • windows ' e 20% Pre -season Discount ' HOMECRAFT LTD. 11979) ' i t;tx& Ins Bo nded ' 1IIlLL��ll��11 ured 931-5979 %% cd. March 9, 1994 PICKERING J00sp Special Wood Carving Mar.12,13,19, 20 On Mar. 12. 13: 19, 20, the Forest & Stream Wood- carvers of Whitby will be hosting a special caning demonstration at the Pur- ple Woods Conservation Area. Charlie Mesher and Paid Ward have over 56 vears of combined wood caning ex- perience and specialize in hand -carved ducks and birds. An exhibition of their work will be open from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m .in the Display Building beside the parking lot. Caning Demonstrations will be running throughout the day. So if you have any questions, this is the place to find the answers. In ad- ditim, carvings will be available for sale and special orders are most welcome. Sugar bush tours will also be leaving the Display Room at 11 a.m.,1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. on the above days. Admission. parking and tours are free to the public. Tours are also available during the :March Break. For more information con- tact the authority office at 1 905 , 579-0411. Purple Woods Conserva- tion Area is located north of Oshawa at the southeast corner of Si mcoe St. and Coates Rd. ( loth Conces- sion ) . Selling Products To USA Nelson Industrial Fab ncating Ltd. specialists of custom metal fabrication and finishes, was one of the winners of Pickering's Economic Development Awards last October. Exports under '.Acudor Access Door" increased by almost 50% over the past year, enabling the company to purchase a warehouse in New Jersey. This location con- solidates a small sales and warehouse operation employing four people as an American corporation. owned and manag- ed by Nelson under the name of "Acudor Products Inc.". The company also won a sizeable contract to supply special stainless steel fabrications for the new Pittsburg In- ternational Airport, including cladding on all the ticket and information counters. These achievements have enabled them to maintain full employment in the Pickering plant throughout the recession. Above, Mayor Wayne Arthurs. makes the award presenta- tion to Paul Nelson, President of Nelson Industrial Fabricating Ltd. ( Photo - Bob Watson) Durham Bd.Of Education Notes Exeter High School Renovation Contract Awarded Trustees approved a mo- tion awarding the contract for the phase 3 and phase 4 renovations at Exeter H.S. to Partak Ltd. at the con- tract amount of $1,075,000. The total cost of this stage of the renovations will be $1,776,427. The renovations, including the second floor, the library and the east technical wing, are scheduled for completion for September 1994. Library Board Recommen- dation to be Made The Durham Board of Education will recommend that the Town of Ajax ap- point Bruce Boyle to fill the Ronald Martino and Son Funeral Directors (Formerly of West Hill) Brock Road Chapel 1057 Brock Road (just south of 401, Pickering Family owned and operated. (416) 686-=5539 remainder of the term on the Ajax Library Board left vacant with the passing of Bill McLean. Bruce Boyle is a long-time resident of Ajax who owns and operates a small business and has served a number of organizations in the com- munity. The term of office for this position will end in November 1994. Board Nominates Former Chairperson for Award Trustees will nominate former Chairman Louise Farr as a candidate for the Lamp of Learning Award presented annually by the Ontario Secondary School Teachers' Federation. The successful candidate, not a member of the teaching This Space Could Be Yours For 11 PER WEEK l I 1 profession, will be chosen by a panel of judges on the basis of his or her ex- emplary contribution to public secondary education in Ontario. The 1994 winner will be announced during O.S.S.T.F.'s Provincial Assembly held March 12-14. 1994. Seeks Volunteers The Oshawa YWCA is seeking members of the community to serve on committees dealing with recreation and housing ser- vices, marketing, strategic planning, facilities issues, finance and multi -cultural issues. Committee volunteers should be willing to donate It Pays To Advertise Serving the Community for 28 Years! Workplace Training Project 'The workplace training project for teachers at Ex- eter H.S., Ajax, is designed to upgrade the skills, knowledge and experience of Exeter's teachers by providing them with short- term placements with local business and industry. This co-operative use of com- munity resources will allow the teachers and business community to benefit from one another's experience. The workplace training project will entail job - shadowing in the communi- ty by several of Exeter's teachers. Mary McMullkin, head of the geography department, job -shadowed at Skycraft Air Transport, Oshawa. Airport, from Feb. 21 to 25. Craig Hunt, head of the mathematics department, and Don Hor- wood, technology teacher, will job -shadow at Dowty Aerospace, Ajax, from Mar. 28 to 31. Steve Blake, head of the science depart- ment, and Jon Erentzen, technology teacher, also will job -shadow at Dowty Aerospace from Apr. 26 to 29. It is anticipated that the project will demonstrate to mathematics, science, geography and technology teachers the integration and application of their subject areas in different occupations in the workplace. It will facilitate the development and im- plementation of an effec- tive integrated curriculum in Broad Based Technologies in manufac- turing and transportation and will provide current in- formation concerning future careers and job op- portunities for students' career decision-making. As well, it will establish stronger links, consultation and total quality commit- ment between the school and its partners W the pro- ject and encourage reciprocal visits by business and industry part- ners. For further information and comments from business and industry part- ners involved in the workplace training project for teachers, contact Derek Nice, Skycraft Air Transport, at 72&&4286 or Tim Boylin, Dowty Aerospace, at 683-3100. Pickering Library News Spend part of your March Break at the Pickering Public Library Bay Ridges Branch Children ages 6 to 9 years are invited to the Home Sweet Hone program on Tues. Mar. 15 at 2 p.m. listen to stories and make a wall -hanging. Free tickets are available from Tues. Feb. 22. Join in for a drop-in storytime for children ages 3 to 5 on Tues. '.Mar. 15 at 11 a.m. This storytime features stories, songs and fingerplays. ( The fust 25 children to arrive will be admitted into this pro- gram.) ro- gram.) Central Branch Create your own beasties to take home! Using Bar- an average of six hours per month to the YWCA, an organization that provides quality programs and ser- vices for women, children and families in Durham region. Potential volunteers should send a letter of in- terest indicating their com- mittee preference, and describing their skills and knowledge by Mar. 18, to Eva Martin Blythe Ex- ecutive Director, Oshawa YWCA, 33 McGrigor St. Oshawa. Ont. L1H 1X8. bara Reid's book -Playing With Plasticine". children ages 6 and up will learn how to mold their own works of art. This program will take place an Mon_ Mar. 14 at to a.m. Pick up your free ticket starting Sat. Feb. 26 (To be repeated at the Rouge Hill Branch on Thurs. Mar. 17 at 2 p.m. Tickets are available from Tues. Mar. 1.) Amaze your friends with the tricks that you will learn during our "Science Magic" program. Children ages 8 to 11 years of age are welcome to attend this free program based on Vicki Cobb's books. The program will take place on Tues. Mar. 15 at 10:30 a.m. Tickets are available from Sat. Feb. 26. (To be repeated at the Rouge Hill Branch on Tues. Mar. 15 at 2 p.m. Free tickets are available from Tues. Mar. 1.) Children, ages 6 and up, are invited to the -Best of Friends" program on Wed. Mar. 16 at 10:30 a.m. Stories based on friendship will be featured. Par- ticipants will also make Peanut Buddies and Pencil Pals from Judy Ann Adler's new craft book, Dolls. (To be repeated at the Rouge Hill Branch on Wed. Mar. 16 at 2 p.m. Free tickets are available from Tues. Mar. 1. ) AQ DENTAL OFFICE DrX Fenwick Dr.R.Hoffman Dr.S.Sekhon Dr.J. Wasserman Denture Therapist - Harry Orfanidis 0 MORNINGSIDE MALL SUITE 348 Evening & Saturday appointments available 282.1175 Page 2 THE NEWS POST Wed. March 9, 1991 Opinion a page for expression for you and us Kill Bill 79 by Bob Watson Well our legislature has got Bill 79 ready for action in On- tario and we can expect more American -owned firms to pull out of the province and return to the USA where there is no dictation by government on how to make up the employ- ment list. Bill 79 is called the "Employment Equity Act" and highlights of the bill, according to the Ontario government are to remove barriers to employment and opportunity in the workplace for aboriginal people, people with disabilities, members of racial minorities and women. Employers will be required to consult with employees about employment equity. And the employer's employment policies will be reviewed by the government. Of course, the government at Queen's Park still has a ban on "white males" - this is not considered to be bias that no "white males" can apply for a job at Queen's Park. Unfortunately, our N -DP government seems to be unaware that private businesses have enough problems with the current economics without government dictation on how to run a business in Ontario. This same government thinks that "women" are a minority. when statistics show that women are 52% of the population and "white males" are, in fact, a minority' We need a new government at Queen's Park which will cancel all these unnecessary and ill-conceived laws and let private business use its expertise to survive. And we need help for those "white males" seeking jobs but can't get a job because they are in the banished category of human beings - "white males". Don't Be Fooled Dear Sir :Madam. Canadians - don't be fooled by Prime Minister Jean Chre- tien's critically important first budget' Despite all the budget rhetoric, the truth is that govern- ment spending and taxes have both increased. It w•as a tax and spend budget. Under this budget's projection. more that $100 billion will be added to the national debt over the next three years alorte. By the ertd of the term of Chretien's government, federal - provincial debt will greatly exceed 100 per cent of the GDP - the national economy. By then. we should be heading into the next recession, when tax revenue plunges and social spending soars. In short. Canada is swiftly sliding toward national bankruptcy - Aliat Canadians needed from the Liberal government w"as concrete action to slash government spending. privatize Crown corporations and services, and re- structure the country's costly social programs. What we got instead were more taxes, more spending and more promises. In other words, Chretien is stumbling down the same path as that taken by the previous Conservative government. Unfortunately, that path leads to disaster. We Canadians must not sit back and accept that. We urge your readers to contact their MPs and tell them to cut spen- ding, taxes and balance the federal budget quickly and get our wonderful country back on track. Yours truly. David Somerville. President. The National Citizens' Coalition Banting Memorial Day Dear Editor Worldwide Diabetes Information Service would like to br- ing to the attention of the readers that Sir Frederick Grant Banting M.D. on a mission of mercy died in a plane crash in %ew•foundland on Feb. 21, 1941. Sonnee Cohen, a personal friend of Dr. Charles H. Best and 1, a relative of Rev. Dr. Henry John Cody, President of the University of Toronto, who presided at Dr. Banting's funeral, would encourage diabetics especially, relatives of diabetics and others to pause and remember Sir Frederick Grant Banting M.D. on this 53rd anniversary of his passing. W. R. Armour B.A. B. Ed. Secretary -Treasurer �1r.: RIr0 sews Published every Wednesday by Watson Publishing Company Limited, Est. 1950 Office 3 Address: 150 Milner Ave. Unit 35. Scarborough, Ont. M1 S 3R3. Telephone 291.2583 Publisher 3 General Manager - Bob Watson Office Manager- Irene Watson ADVERTISING - Irene Watson, Bertha Kronenberg, EDITORIAL Audrey Purkiss, Diane Matheson, Bill Watt SUBSCRIPTIONS . $15 per year - 40t a Copy- . . . .. ....... 0 ..."..".". .".. • 1 .'.".'.. • . .... �-• DAVID SOMERVILLE Prime Minister Jean Chretien either does not know or does not care that Canada is swiftly slid- ing into a major fiscal crisis be- cause of the burgeoning national debt How else can one explain his first, critically important budget? If Chretien were serious about reducing the country's $500 bil- lion debt load the budget would have slashed government spending. Chretien's budget. however, actually increased spending by $3 billion. In fact. under Chretien's plan the debt load will Increase by more than $100 billion over the next three years. federal -provin- cial debt will be well over 100% of the Gross Domestic Product — the entire national economy. By that fire. Canada should also be heading lot another re- cession. when revenues plunge ge and social spending soars. In other words. Canada is heading for bankruptcy It that sounds harsh consider that the respected International Bank Credit Analyst recently predicted that Canada b -going to hit the wall within a low years' because of the sate and growth of govern- ment debt The presbgious C D. Howe Institute has made much the same prediction Its not hardtoseewhy they're worried. The soaring govern- ment debt could scare off inter national lenders to whom 45% Budget 1994... or Bankruptcy 2000? of federal debt is owed. If they decide to stop lending or de- mand double-digit interest rates in return for heightened risks, we will face a full scale eco- nomic crisis. in such a situation. the Inter- national Monetary Fund could, in effect, put Canada into bank- ruptcy it would then intervene to put our economic house in order for us. Sound far fetched? II isn't. In fact. it happened to the United Kingdom in the 1970s and it can happen here too. of course, Chretien could avoid all this 9 he were to ad quickly and resolutely locutgov- ernment spending. For Instance. it would be easy for him to stop the billion dollar subsidies which go to private businesses Indeed. businesses themselves want those subsi- des to end Likewise. Chrepenwould Sam praise from hard pressed tax- payers it he stopped handing out fuller billions to labour un - tons and special interest groups Finally. Chreben would have won points with an aggressive prrva%Zaton programme Ph- varzing the goverrrnenrs share in Petro Can alone would earn the government $2 billion The ruly tragic part is that Canadians and ter tarrrkes may and up paying a very pain- ful price for Chretnn's taiure Q irwd Sornuw:e is Phido w of rhe Wbrrf GAro", Coahoon ) News From Ottawa from Dan McTeague MP Ontario Riding Dan McTeague, MP Ontario Riding, believes the federal budget offers a balanced approach to economic remmaral, deficit reduction and social reform, the foundations of the liberal "Red Book" commitment to creating jobs and economic growth. "This budget funds every key initiative outlined by the Liberal Party during the election campaign. We are now delivering on our commitments to Canadians," said McTeague. '.With this budget, the govemmtent will reduce the federal deficit from $45.7 billion this year to $39.7 billion in 1994-95 and 532-7 billion in the next year," added McTeague. ' -The government has listened to Canadians who said the deficit should be brought down by reducing spending not by raising taxes. There are no new taxes in this budget. For every dollar raised in new revenues, the government will cut five dollars in federal government spending. This will result in a total cut of $23 billion over three years," said McTeague. "The strength of this budget is twofold. It provides a climate for small business to create economic growth and employment while, at the same time, supporting Canadians who are tinily in need of our social security system," added McTeague. 'Over the past few weeks• constituents of Ontario Riding have offered me a number of suggestions about the direc- tion the Minister of Finance should take in his budget. Tbev included the extension of the Home Buyers Plan; m taxes on dental and health plans; no tax on RRSP contributions; no new taxes in general, and a noticeable cut in wasteful goverment spending. With this budget, Liberals have listen- ed, acted and delivered," concluded McTeague. Make Your Feelings Known Queen's Park Report Anne Swarbrick, M.P.P. Scarborough West Why do we need an Environmental Bill of Rights? What will it do for me? Good questions'. As a member of the general public, you will now be able to learn about impending government policy decisions, regulations and significant permits which will affect the en- vironment, by consulting an Environmental Registry. Businesses will also be able to access the Registry. You will have the right to request a review of existing legislation, regulation and policies and to initiate an in- vestigation of alleged incidents of environmental harm. As an employee, you have increased protection when reporting environmental harm in your workplace. Government ministries will be required to establish Statements of En- vironmental Values, ensuring that every action taken will be in accordance with their statements. Businesses will now be able to plan with certainty and predictability decisions affecting the environment. The public will be able to intervene early on in any process re- quiring environmental decisions by the government. In a nutshell, as a citizen you will have rights you have never had before. For businesses, the approvals process will be streamlined, creating an open approval process. Im- plementation of the Environmental Bill of Rights is now under way. The expanded employee protection for repor- ting abuses by employers is now in effect. Any questions? Call the Ministry of Environment's Public Information Centre - 323-4321. Here and There From Professional Engineers Ontario's Official Journal —Engineering Dimensions". Incineration should be an option A majority agreed that incineration is viable, but only where integrated into 3Rs programs. Three participants felt incineration is just not compatible with the 3Rs philosophy. The point was made that governments and the public have misperceptions about incineration, and that in- cineration today does not include mass burning of mixed wastes. Only residue waste - that which remains after all possible recycling and composting - is burned. Energy results from this combusion, and advanced technology allows emissions to be easily captured at one point. Emis- sions from landfills, on the other hand, are released over a wide area and are difficult to control. There was criticism of government for precluding incineration as a waste management option via legislation. Nxw,ing Resales Continue To C 'roto In January Resale housing activity in Canada's 25 major markets ended January on a high rote. Preliminary figures released by The Canadian Real Estate Association i CREA I indicate that 10.M horses trad- ed hands through the Multiple listing Service in January compared with 9.284 units a year ago, representing an in- crease of 17.2 per cent. ..The Januar' cold snap was not enough to deter buyers as sales were as brisk as the weather, unlike last year. Low interest rates and subsequent mortgage rates have kept the resale market buoyant," said CREA president Pat Verge. It's March Break & Maple Syrup Time A crackling fire, the sweet smell of sap rising from a huge iron kettle and the delicious taste of warm maple syrup...It's "Maple Syrup Days" at Kortright, daily, from Sat. Mar. 5, un- til Sun. Apr. 10, 10 a.m. to 3 p. m. Come and see the maple syrup demonstra- tions. Experience both old- fashioned and modern methods of production. Taste fresh sap and maple syrup warm from huge, steaming kettles. Choose from a wide variety of naturally sweet maple pro- ducts in the Gift Stop. Come to Kortright for March Break: 162 hectares (400 acres) of fun for the whole family! Activities from Mon. Mar. 14, to Fri. Mar. 18, include story times for children. The stories emphasize nature and the environment. Story times take place daily at 12 noon and 2 p.m. Don't miss the astounding Professor i Give A Gift That Lasts All Year! Eco performing songs and mind-boggling magic tricks right before your eyes. The Professor Eco Minstral Stow takes place daily at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Other March Break ac- tivities include a special in- door children's craft area, more than 15 km of walking trails, films and slide shows in the theatre, and piping hot pancakes with real maple syrup in the Cafe. Don't miss the three new 200 gallon aquariums. Admission to Kortright is $4.25 for adults, $2.50 for seniors, students ( with valid I.D.) and children. Children four or under with family are admitted for free. Directions: Take Hwy 400 to Major Mackenzie Dr. (at Canada's Wonderland), go west 3 km to Pine Valley Dr., then south 1 km. For more information, call (905) 832-2289. A year's subscription to one of these newspapers SCARBOROUGH A INCOURT WEST HILL 11749ws news news CHECK THE NORTH YORK EAST END I K I ONE YOU WANT ne rte O Renewal rw� New Send $15 plus 1.05 GST (Total 16.05) cheque, money order or VISA number (plus expiry date) to: Watson Publishing Company Limited 150 Milner Ave., Unit 35 Scarborough, Ont.M1S 3R8, Name __ _ 1 Address Wart Ml reh O 10Yd 7WW %: WC PORT Pada I And we have 8,000 dedicated professionals to help along the way. For a firm foundation and a bright future, enrol your Scarborough Health Department %vill be required. child in a Scarborough public school. There's no better For more information on immunisation, please contact place to start. the Health Department at 396-5304. The Scarborough Board of Education is one of the largest and most comprehensive public school systems in Canada. We give our students a strong foundation in the basics - the three Rs - as «yell as develop their creativeness of expression and thought. And, we take great pride in the excellence of our teachers - dedicated professionals %%-ho give our students a love of learning that .vill last the rest of their lives. In addition to providing students ,vith the necessary tools, climate and inspiration for learning, Scarborough public schools foster the development of values Canadians regard as essential to the %tell -being of our society. Equally important, the Scarborough Board of Education has a tradition of supporting strong discipline in its schools. Students are encouraged to be self- disciplined, self -motivated, conscientious and responsible - characteristics that will serve them -,yell throughout their learning and professional years. How you can register Children with a birthdate in 1990 may be registered in junior kindergarten, .vhile those -,vith a birthdate in 1989 are eligible for registration in senior kindergarten. Proof of age and an immunization certificate from the City of Scarborough Board of ,;::/ Education Meeting The Challenge Registration begins the «veek of March 28. Contact your local public school for details. If you require assistance in locating your neighbourhood school, contact the Planning and Operations Department at 396-75.7. For a map of all Scarborough public schools, or for more information on the Scarborough Board of Education, contact the Communications Office Lit 396-7541. Alternative Programs French Immersion is an alternative program open to all Scarborough students. as is the case xvith all alternative programs, parents must be prepared to make their o%% -n transportation arrangements. For more information on French Immersion please contact the ?Modern Languages Department at 396-7527. Scarborough Village P.S. is an alternative elementary program that is open to students from across Scarborough, space permitting. This program is best suited to children who are self-reliant, independent and flexible; and for parents xvho are looking for more active involvement in the education of their children. For more information on Scarborough Village please contact Richard Brown, Principal, at 396-6560. Kindergarten Registration 1994 Scarborough Public Schools Page 4 THE NEWS'POST Wed. March 9, 1994 11 DIARY] Gp M 141'ED. MARCH 9 800 a.m. - 4 p.m. FIRST AID CPR COURSES First Aid/CPR 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 details and to register. 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. ST. JOHN AMBULANCE COURSUS St. John Ambulance offers first aid, health care and CPR courses at three locations in Metro Toronto seven days a week. For informa- tion and registration call %7-4244. 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. PING PONG All seniors over the age of 55 are invited (o enjoy a morning of ping pong every Wednesday and Friday at L'Amoreaux Community Centre, 2000 McNicholl Rd. Phone 3964513. i1 a.m. - 12 moon HEALTH & WELLNESS Luz Bonnin, Public Health Nurse, will discuss "Back Care 11"at the North York Senior Centre, 21 Hendon Ave. (subway & wheelchair accessible). Admission is free but registration is re- quested b% calling Anita at 733-4111. 12:30 - 3:30 p.m. SOCIAL DANCING All seniors over the age of 55 are invited to enjoy an afternoon of social dancing even Wednesday at L'Amoreaux Community Coo- ire, 2000 McNicholl Rd. Phone 3964513. 1 p.m. CRIBBAGE All seniors over the age of 55 are invited to enjoy an afternoon of social dancing every Wednesday at UArrxreaux Community Cen- tre, 200 McNicholl Rd. Phonc 3964513. 1 - 3 p.m. NE.ARIA NEW SHOP A %early New Shop is held even Wednesday at Knox United Church Christian Centre, 2575 Midland Ave., Agincourt fox the sale of good clan used clothing for all ages, and small housew-are items (electrical appliances, pots & pans, etc.). Thrifty prices! 1 - 3 P. tw- Bi %GO Birkdale senior citizens imireeveryone 55 years of age and over to enjoy an afternoon of bingo evm- Wednesday at Birkdale Com- munity Centre. 1299 F!Ic-,mere Rd. Scarborough. 1 - 3 p.m. DISCI SS10N GROUP FOR: SENIORS A discussion group for seniors dealing with the issues and ideas behind newspaper stories is held e%er% Wednesday at Dawes Road Lihrar, 416 Dawns RJ . Fa,- York. Tor details call 752-0101. 7:30 - 9.30 p.nt AIDS 1W ARFNF_SS Scarborough Wonwn', Centre is hosting a support group for im- migrant women working in a mainstream workplace at 55 Town Centre Court, Suite 737. The topic this evening is "Aids Awareness'. Admission is free and everyone is welcome. For details all uc rr rc a- 29(,'055. 7:311 p.m. SI%G'LES ME3T The Wilkwdale Chapter of Sepwared. Divorced and Widowed Catholics meets the second %%cdnesday of each rinonth at St. Gabriel's Centre, 672 Sheppard Ave. E., Willowdale. The fee for nor -member, is $4 For dca:l, call 44'-4595. 7:30 p.m. VA -M11.1 IJFF: (MOL P A support grtup meets weekly in your community for parents who„e kids arc in rroubic with drugs, alcohol, running away, crimes, parent abuse, and dropping out of uhorol. The Scarborough group mcc', c-vcn 3lcdnc,,ia%. For rwr, nformation call 223--434. 7:30 p.m. PARENTS IN CRISIS The Aaso,_iaticn of Parent Support Groups in Ontarto is a com- munity haled self help group that cruets weekly to assist oroubled parcn,% deal with 10 -0 3) vicar old famih rnernber,. If you have a ,on Jauch,cr ,n rouNc wrh druc,. alcohol, the !aw, :h, I, .a o!hcr behavioral problems, cAll ;23-7443 for ax,rc information „r rcterral he local chapter. THURS. MARCH 10 10 am. SHL FF14:BO.ARD All senior% over the age of 55 arc invn+ed 'o en),,% a mo,rntng of shuffleboard every Thursday a! Stcphen lcau,ik Schur% Centre, 2520 Birchmoun! RJ. Phone 39(,4040. 12 noun - 3 p.m. STA RTI %(; lOI R CA4N at SINF_SS The Canadian Small Buenos, Ins, nlit e is sponsoring a workshop on -'Impor E.xp,r & Mai! Order" at 245 Ri%iera Dr., No. 11. The co ,' !, 5:25, senior, arc free. To rcgis!cr call 4'0- 1126. 12:45 p.m- EUCHRE All senior, „ver the agc ,of 55 arc imred to enjoy an af,ernoon of euchre a, S!ephcn Leacock Senior Ccn,rc, 2520 Birchrri ouni Rd. Phone 3964040. 1 - 8 p.m. 81.000 DONOR CLINIC The East York Ma%or', blood donor chnic will he held a, he Citic C en'rc, 850 C oxwcll A%c. All donor, arc welcome B1,aod i, urvcn'!% needed:, iake a tow minu,c� help ,a%e a life. 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. WYl>NE:N'S HEALTH Ilk omen of all ages are inaved -oat pend ' hoe +e,wn, , n help , hem make healthier choices, at Norh York Women', Centre, 201 Carib„u Rd., %ooh York. Toptc 'hi, week t, "Managing S•res, I1". Child care is a%ailable and admission t, tree. To regiver call 81-04-9. 2 - 3 p.m. NITRmON COUNSELLING %wr !ion counselling serctce, are a,,atlablc tL, senior, free of charge a! t he Wellness Centre looca, ed in ! he La'Brivut W'cllnes, Cen- ,re- 1003 Sieele, A% c, W. For an appointment call 225-2112. 6:30 p -m. I.AAC SE-MINAR The infertily% Awareness Association of Canada presents a seminar on "Infcrilit% & 1 our Marriage". For details call 691-3611. 7 p.m. LEGAL COL'NSf1 LING Agincourt Community Services .Association, 4139 Sheppard A% c. E. offers free legal counselling env Thursday evening. Call 321-6912 for an appoin,mew. 7 - 9 p.m. GAVEL GLASS TOASTMASTERS Gavel Glass Toastmasters meets every Thursday in the Don Mills & Lawrence Ave. area. This program is for men and women over 18 %ear, of age. For Tusher information call Diane at 447-9533. 7:30 p.m. TOASTM.ASTFRI OF CFDARBRAE if you want to learn more effective public speaking and presenta- tion skills, visit Toastmasters of Cedarbrae on the first, second and last Thursday of each month at Cedarbroxok Community Centre, 91 Eavpark Rd. or phone Ian Paterson, 2643714 or Nadine Kotes, 905-6R3-321'. 7:30 p.m. WOODLAND W711)FLOWERS Leaside Garden Society meet s o he second Thursday of each month at Leaside Public Library, 165 McRae Dr., at Rumsey. The topic will be "Woodland Wildflowers". Visitors and new members are welcome. FRI. MARCH 11 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. HEALTHY LI11'SG PROGRAM FOR SENIORS Annie Levitan, Public Health Nurse, will discuss "Evaluation At Summary" at the Goulding Community Centre, 45 Goulding Ave., North York. Admissimi i, tree and all ,ciii,,r, are welcome. 10 a -m. - 3 p.m. PHYSIO)THERAPI IIMSPLAI The Riverdale Hospital's Physiotherapy Division has a display at Gerrard Square Shopping Plaza (Gerrad & Pape). Learn about physiotherapy's role in the hospital's holistic appraoch to patient ,real mcnt . 10:30 a.m. - 12 noon SOC IAL BALLROOM All seniors over the age of 55 are invited to enjoy an afternoon social ballroom every Friday a, L'Arn oreaux Community Centre, 2000 McNichol) Rd. Phone 3964513. FRI. MARCH 11 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. SHUFFLEBOARD All seniors over the age (if 55 are invited to enjoy an afterno n of shuffleboard every Friday at L'Amoreaux Community Centre, 2000 McNicholl Rd. Phone 396-4513. 1 - 4 p.m. BINGO The Literacy Council of Durham Region sponsors Friday after- noon bingo games at Bingo Country, 610 Monarch Ave., Ajax (south of Bayly St.). E%enonc is welcome. 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. FAT & C`HOLESTFROL Seniors are invited to enjoy a lively discussion on how to lower the fat and cholesterol in your diet and still enjoy a variety of food, at Edithvale Community Centre, 7 Edithvale Dr., North York. For more details call 385-7600. 2 - 4 p.m. TRAVEL SLIDE. SHOW Enjoy Friday afternoon dream trips at Centennial Library, 578 Finch Ave. R'. w Today's shoincludes Austria, Vienna, Salzburg, and the Lipizzaner Spanish Riding School. To register call 395-5490. SAT. MARCH 12 10 a -m. - 2 p.m. !YEARLY NEW BOUTIQUE A Nearly New Boutique featuring good used clothing is open e%ery Saturday at St. Crispin's Anglican Church, 77 Craiglee Dr., Scarborough. 10 am. - 12 noon RUMMAGE SALE Books, clothing for the whole family, toys, white elephant and much more will be featured at the rummage sale at The Church (if St. George, Anglican, 3765 St. Clair A%e. E. at Brimley Rd. Come earl% and enjoy the bargains. Coffee and muffins will be available. 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. WRITERS MEET The members of Forest Hill Writers' Circle meet to discuss their w7iting in a critical and instructive manner every Saturday at the Barbara Frum Library, 20 Covington Rd., North York. New members are encouraged t o drop in. For mere details call 395-5440. 8 p.m. A BOHEMIAN CONCERT The Cathedral Bluffs Symphony Orchestra of Scarborough per- forms a Bohemian Concert at Midland Collegiate Auditorium, 720 Midland Ave. featuring world renowned cellist Vladimir Orloff_ For tickets call 2665757 - SUN. MARCH 13 10:30 am. TRAINING OUR FLTURU Ii:ADERS "Eagles: Training Our Future Leaders" will be addressed by graduates of the leadership training school who wil: share their ex- pericncrs at Don Heights Unitarian Congregation, 4 Antrim Cres- cenv. Scartoorough. 7:30 p.m. CHANGING 111OlNEN, CHANGING COMMUNITI A women's panel on alternative families in the Jewish community wil be held at the Winchessky Centre, 585 C-ranbroxokc A%e., North York (5 blocks north of Lawrence A%c. east of bathurst). Admission is free and the public is invited. MON. MARCH 14 9 a -m. - 3:30 p.m. BLOOD DONOR CLINIC A Red Cross bknd donor clinic is being held at the Consilium, 301) C,onsihum Place, So arho+rough. All donor, arc welcome. 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Lll'ING WiTH CHILDREN Public Health Nurses invite mother% and fathers its join parenting sessions for children 0 - 12 months at St. Georges Anglican Church, 75 Canterbury Place, Churchill & Yonge, Nor! h York every Mondav „ Mar. 21st. All session, are tree. To register call 395-7600. 10 a -m. - 3 p.m WOMEN'S ('ENTRE The North York Women's Cent rc. 201 Caribou Rd. is open Mon- days through Thursday, uo offer information and referral services to women. Phonc 781-04'79or droop in during thesc hour, ,,, find infor- rna t,+n, iso register for a program, or t,+ talk over .tome hne that is trouhL!:g you. 12:30 - 3 P. m- aRI Dig F All senior, over -he agc of 55 arc m%ved to onto% an aftcrnoo+n of bridge every Monday at Stephen Leacock Seniors Centre, 2520 Bir- chrnouw Rd- Phone 196-4)40. 4 - 5 p.m SIX P KITCHEN Hear% hurtle -trade stoup is served to ,hc needy even Monday in the soup kitchen at S,. Rosc of Lima Church, 3216 Lawrence Ave. I ..ower lewd. - 11 p.m. CHESS CLUB Agirw ours Chess Club mens weekly on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays in he c3feicria ai Agincour Collegiate, 2621 Midland Ave., one h!oock north of Sheppard. For details all 493-0019. S P. "L RECO%ERI INC. Rcrovny inc.. a community mental health organization, meets wcckl% a, Si. Stephen', Presbyierian Church, 3817 Lawrence Ave. E'., Scarborough. For in.f,orriaiion all 2762237. 8 p.m. WILD FLOWERS Senior for %arurc will present an evening on "Wildflower,"a! ,he Agincourt Garden Club', monthly meeting at Knox Lnncd Chn,oian Centre, nor,heasr corner of Midland and Sheppard A%cs., Agin,:ooun. E%cryvne i, welcome and admission is free. TUES. MARCH IS 9:31) - 11:30 am WITH CHILDREN Public heath nurses invite mothers and fathers of children 1-4 years -o join the parenting sessions every Tuesday at Barbara Frum Recreation Centre, 20 Covington Rd. (lower Level), Bathurst & Lawrence, North York. All session, are free. To register call 395-'6110. 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. HEALTH TOPICS Adults and older adults are invited to join weekly discussions led by a North York Public Health Nurse on a wide range of health issue.., at Broadlands Community Centre, 19 Casilegro%e Blvd. To- day's topic is "Medication Safety: Men's Brown Bag Program". Everyone is welcome. 11 am. - 12 noon SEMINAR FOR SENIORS Mr. King, retired from Revenue Canada, will discuss "Doing Your Own Income Tax" at Taylor Place, Senior Adult Centre, Overland Dr., Don Mills. Everyone is welcome. To reserve a place or f,tr more information phone 447-7244. 12 noon DINERS' CLUB LUNCHEON This luncheon is open to seniors and disabled living in East York. Lunch is followed by entertainment such as bingo, movies, speakers, fashion or music shows and much more. Transportation will be pro- vided if required. This week's luncheon will be held at Stan Wadlow Senior Act ion Centre. For details call East York Meals On Wheels at 4243322. 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. BADMINTON All seniors over t he age of 55 are invited rt enjoy an afternoon of badminton every Tuesday, Thursday and Friday at L'Amoreaux Coornmunw, Cenire, 2000 tkNichotl Rd. Phone 3964513. 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- chmouni Rd. Phone 396-4040. 1 - 2:30 p.m. NEW TO YOU SHOP A New To You Shop, featuring low prices on good used clothing, household articles, glasses, dishes, books and jewellery will be open every Tuesday at londale Heights United Church, 115 lonview, Rd., north of Eglinton, west of Kennedy Rd. Parking and entrance at rear of building. 1 - 3 P.M. BI NGO All seniors over the age of 55 are invited to enjoy an afternoon o,t hingo every Tuesday at I'Amoreaux Community Centre, 2((x) McNicholl Rd. Phone 396-45 11. TUES. MARCH 15 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. QUITTING SMOKING It's never toxo late to stop smoking. An information session on quitting smoking for older adults will be held at the Bernard Betel Centre for Creative Living, 1003 Steeles Ave. W. For more informa- tion :all 225-2112. 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. LEGAL ADVICE: CLINIC Free legal advice will be given by a qualified lawyer every Tuesday evening at West Hill Community Services, 156A Galloway Rd., West Hill. To make an appointment call 2845931 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. 7 p.m. BINGO The Ladies' Auxiliary to Royal Canadian Legion Highland Creek Branch No. 258 holds a Bingo every Tuesday, at the Legion Hall, 45 Lawson Road, West Hill. Everyone is welcome. 7 - 9 p.m. FREE FROM FEAR FOUNDATION The Free From Fear Foundat ion meet s i he first and t hird Tuesday of each month at 1400 Bayly St., Pickering. This non-profit organization is dedicated to helping those suffering from anxiety disorders and phobias and offers information, educational materials, guest speakers and support groups. For details call 831-3877. 7:15 - 10:30 p.m. BiNGO The Indianapolis Scarborough Peace Games sponsors an evening of Bingo every Tuesday at 2742 Eglinton Ave. E. at Danforth Rd. (over Loblaws). 7:30 - 9-30 p.m. LiViNG 1147TH CHILDREN Public Health Nurses invite mothers and fathers to join parenting sessions for children 1-4 years at St. Georges Anglican Church, 75 Canterbury Place, Churchill & Yonge, North York. All sessions are free. To register call 395-7600. 7:30 P.M. Li171iG WITH CANCER Living With Cancer, the support group for the North York East Unit of the Canadian Cancer Society, meets at 6075 Yonge St., north of Finch Ave., 41h floor. on alternate Tuesday evenings. Through informal discussions patients, families and friends can learn how to cope. For details call 266-O646. (Continued on Page 5) .. Anniversaries/Birthdays 110'1'11 WEDDING .A_NNiVFRSARV Celebrating 60 years of wedded bliss are Annie & Peter Reid of Brockley Dr.. Scarborough. Congratulations on this very special achievement. SMI WEDDING A.NX1%'FRS.ARIFS Congratulations also go out to three more Scarborough couples who are celebrating golden wedding anniversaries this week. Sonia and Donald Whalen of Livingston Rd. will mark their 50th wedding anniversary on Fri. Mar, 11th. A celebration was held for them m Sat. Mar. sth. Rosin and Filippo Luca of Braymore Blvd. will celebrae 50 years of marriage on Wed. Mar. 16th and Doris and Robert Sutherland will do likewise on Fri. Mar. 18th. Got an anniversary or birthday to celebrate? Call 291-2583 for inclusion in this column - Provincial Constituency Offices 9 am. to 5 pm. C'ONSIiTUENCI OFFI(T: OPEN The office of the Hon. Alvin Curling. MPP Scarborough North, located at 52W Finch Avc. E., 1. nit 114. Scartxrowgh is open Mon- day to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Phone 297-5040. 9 am. to 5 p.m. C'ONs i7 n FNCi OF'FIC'E: OrFN The office of Gerry Phillip%, MPP Scartxxough-Agincourt, located at 4(102 Sheppard Ave. E., Suite 204, northeast corner of Sheppard and Kcnrud%, is open Morday to Friday froth 9 a.m. to 5 P.M. For appointment, phone 29-6568. 9 a_m- to 5 p.m, CO%STiTl'ENCl OFFiCE OPEN The oftic-c of David Karner, MPP Scarborough-Elksmere, located at 695 Markham Rd., Unit U, in Cedar Heights Plana, is open \lunch% to Thur,da% from 9 a. M. to 5 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. !o 12 noon. For app,immoit, phone 438-1242. 9 3L OL to 5 P.M. CONS TiYUF:N('1 O11t'FICE OPEN the office of .Anne Swarbrick, NIPP Scarborough West, located at 15-6 Kingston Ref. i, open Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursday's from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesdays 1 to 5 p.m. and Fridays 9 a.m. to I p.m., or b% appointment. Phone 698-0967. 9 3- RL to 1 p,m- CONSTITUFNCI OF'FIC'E. OPEN The office of Dr. Boob Frankford, MPP Scarborough East, located at 4103 Kingston Rd., L'nit 6A, just west of Lawrence Ave. E., L, open Monday to Thursday from 9a.m. to I p.m-, Friday mor. ning, by appointment onl%. Phonc 281-2787. 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. CONSTITl'EN0t OFFICE: OPEN The office of Sic%e Owens, MPP Scarborough Centre, located at 3047 Kingston Rd., in Cliffcrest Plata, is open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Phone 261-9525. No telephone calls Mon. & \\ ;�! Federal Constituency Offices 9a.m.105p.m.CONSTIR'E%C1v (*FICF:IWF:\ The affix of .lobo Carni,, M.P. Scarborough Cert re, loca-ed a, 1450 Midland Ave., Sui e 211, Scarborough is open Monday to Fri- day from 9 a.m. o 5 p.m. Evenings and Sa!urdays by app,imineiv only. Call 7s2-21358. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. CONS 1-1 R'ENC'l OFFICE: OPEN The office of Tum Wappel, ,%1P Scarborough We,�, located at 483 Kennedy Rd. is open Monday in Friday, 9 a.m. o 4 p.m. Evenings and Sa urday mornings h% appoin!mcn! onh, 261-8613. 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CONS"i1TUENCJ OF'FIC'E (>PF:N The constituency office of Derek Lor, MP Scarborough Rouge Ri%er, located at 48W Sheppard Ave. E., Unit 119, Scarborough, is open Monday it, Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Phone 299-4224. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CONSTITL:ENCl OFFICE OPEN The consntuency office of Jim Kar%giannis, MP Scarborough - Agincourt, located at 3850 Finch Ave. F., Suite 206, is open weekdays frirn 9 a.m. it, 5 p.m. Saturdays 9 to I I a.m. by appoint - mew only, call 321-s454. 9 a.m. - 5 P.M. CONS 11Th: ACIg OFFICE: OPEN The constituency office of David C'ollenette, MP Don Valley fess!, located at 1200 1 awrence Ave. E., Suite 300, is open Monday to Thursday from 9 a. lit. to 5 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m, to 12 W-00. Fol ,w appominicn! :all 417 5544. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. CONS'IiT1 FACT IIFFICf. OPEN The con%iitueno , office of Doug Peters, SiP Scarborough East, kocaled at 255 Morningside Ave., Suite 314, t, open Tuesday Loo Fri - da,, term 9a.m. 1o4 p.m- and Saturday by appointment only. Call 2x7 -(x13? New Revolutionary Procedure VLAP - a term that is gaining more and [Wore visibility in the medical fraternity and soon to become more familiar to the patient population. More conventionally known as visual laser abla- tion of the prostate, VLAP Is a ground -breaking surgical procedure that has revolutionized prostate surgery - At gery- At Scarborough General Hospital, over 100 patients already have benefited from this state-of-the-art technology, thus establishing the hospital as the leader in Canada with regard to this procedure. In May of last year. Scar- borough General becazme the first hospital in Metropolitan Toronto, and only the fourth in Canada to perform VLAP surgery. In VLAP, a Iastr is fired for a pre -determined amount of time at several sites - usually so seconds per site. The objective is to reduce the enlarged prostate, eliminate the discomfort the patient is experiencing, and enable him to have nor- mal function following surgery. The dead tissue from the prostate dissipates in the patient's twine over a period of two to four weeks, with no bleeding and only mild ir- ritation. Performed on an outpa- tient basis, the procedure, which is not yet an insured service, eliminates the need for a three or four day hospital stay. In fact, pa- tients can undergo the pro- cedure and be home within seven to eight hours follow- ing surgery. Such efficien- cy has a two -fold benefit. The patient is less inconve- mernced and the hospital experiences reduced pressure on its inpatient beds due to the shorter length of stay. While VLAP surgery is still relatively new and therefore, no long term statistics are available, Scarborough General is ex- tremely pleased with the outcomes to date. Such a positive outlook is also prevalent among those who have undergone the pro- cedure. I think Scar- borough General did a fan- tastic job," says Gerald Dunsome. a 66 year old Scarborough resident. "It was a real plus not to have to spend several days in hospital," he adds. This revolutionary surgery requires highly qualified surgical teams who undergo specialized training in order to become thoroughly familiar with this advanced technology. Heading up the surgical team at Scarborough General are Drs. William Baldwin, Allan Toguri and Edward Woods, who are ably assisted in the operating room by the hospital's laser qualified nurses. In performing such in- tricate surgery, the surgeon utilizes a Yag Laser, with a -Urolase" fibre. This is a long laser quartz fibre fitted with a gold-plated alloy reflector, which directs the laser energy at a 90 degree angle. This enables the surgeon to successfully reduce the enlarged pro- state with no risk of hitting the bladder. All procedures are viewed on a monitor, which is connected to a fibre optic scope inserted into the patient. This pro- vides the surgeon with an accurate view inside the body- Given odyGiven the continuing squeeze on hospital fun- ding, procedures such as VLAP represent one of many new approaches that hospitals are implementing to reduce the need for inpa- tient beds. Scarborough General Hospital is proud to be Wading the way. Above, a scene at VLAP surgery, performed at Scarborough General Hospital. Exhibition Of Stained Glass Go and admire the beau- ty of stained glass in all its forms when local artists display their work in ..Glory in Glass: An Ex- hibition of Stained Glass". See sun -catchers, three- dimensional pieces, win- dow panels, table lamps - and more in the Scar- borough Arts Council houase at 1859 Kingston Road, Mar. 19 - Mar. 31. Weekdays 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. and opening Sat. Mar. 19 from 2 - 4 p.m. Everyone is welcome. For further information ( 416) 696 -7322 - Scarborough Arts Events Sat. Mar. 12th The Cathedral Bluffs Symphony Orchestra will play a Bohemian Concert at Midland Collegiate at 8 Community Diary (Continued from Page 4) WED. MARCH 16 2 - 3 p.m. LIVING WITH CANCER Living With Cancer, the support group for Central Metro District of the Canadian Cancer Society, meds at 20 Holly St., Suite 101, Toronto, on alternate Wednesdays to provide information about nutrition, relaxation, support services and practical guidance. The public is invited to come, talk or listen. For details call 485-0222. 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. AIDS AWARENESS Sc..zrtxttough Women's Centre is hosting a support group for im- migrant women working in a mainstream workplace at 55 Town Centre Court, Suite 737. The topic this evening is "Stress Manage- ment". Admission is free and everyone is welcome. For details call the centre at 296-7055. 7:30 p.m HEAD INJURY ASSOCIATION The Head Injury Association of Durham Region is holding a sup- port group meeting at 459 Bond St. E., Oshawa (parking in rear). Bring your family and friends, everyone is welcome. For assistance with transportation call 723-2732. 8 p.m. MALE-FEMALE. RELATIONSHIPS Dr. Eugene Strauss will discuss "Double Standards Still Live" at the North York Chapter of One Parent Family Association at the Community Centre, Earl Bales Park, 4169 Bathurst St. Admission is free. Non-smoking environment. Refreshments will be served. For further information call Bill at 250-0117. p.m. ( 416) 684-0256. From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. snake a Bow Tie Quilt in a Day at Cedar Ridge Creative Centre workshop with Dorothy Ingledew. ( 416) 3964026. Slut. Mar. 13th From 2 - 4 p.m. there will be a free concert about Showtime with popular songs and music at the Rotunda, Civic Centre (416) 396-7212. Mon. Mar. 14th March Break Art- stravaganza to Mar. 18. An arts camp for children ag- ed 7 to 12, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily at the Cedar Ridge Creative Centre, (416) 3.96-4026. Tues. Mar. 15th At 6:45 p.m. at Albert Campbell District Library will be "Understanding Your Income Tax Form" (416) 396-8890. Also on Apr. 5th. Wed. Mar. 16th A juried student show will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p. m. at Scarborough Campus from Mar. 16 to 30, (416) 287-7060. Wed. March 9, 1994 THE NEWSIPOST Page 5 Nominations To Honour Volunteers Non-profit organizations which further the man- dates of the Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and the cultural sector of the Ontario Ministry of New Block Of Tickets A new two-month block of tickets for the smash hit production of "Show Boat", Jerome Kern and Oscar Hammerstein II's landmark musical saga, directed by Harold Prince, and produced by Live Entertainment of Canada Inc. (Livent), went on sale Mon. Mar. 7. The new booking period will extend ticket reserva- tions for "Show Boat" through late summer, of- fering theatregoers tickets for performances from Ju- ly 5, through Sept. 11. Now enjoying a highly - successful engagement at the Main Stage Theatre of the North York Performing Arts Centre, "Show Boat.. will open a second com- pany on Broadway at the 1,900 seat Gershwin Theatre on Oct. 2, 1994. The World Premiere Cast recording on Livent's new label, Livent Music, will be distributed in North America by Quality Music h Video on Mar. 23, 1999. Culture, Tourism and Recreation now have the opportunity to honour their active volunteers by nominating them for Volunteer Service Awards and Outstanding Achieve- ment Awards. Volunteer Service Awards honour adult volunteers for five, ten and 15 consecutive years of ser- vice, and youth volunteers who are 18 years or under for two or more years of service in any of the follow- ing areas: newcomer ser- vices, multiculturalism, citizenship, service to the Aboriginal community, anti -racism, human rights, the arts, heritage conser- vation, public libraries, and community informa- tion centres. Each year, the ministries present 15 Outstanding Achievement Awards to in- dividuals, non-profit organizations and businesses for their excep- tional contributions in any of the areas listed above. Nominations are evaluated an such factors as the nature of the achievement in relation to the obstacles that were overcome, evidence of ongoing leader- ship and dedication, and the impact of the achieve- ment on a community. The awards will be presented at special ceremonies in cities across the province between Apr. 18 and June 16. Deadline for nominations is Mar. 21, 1994. Forms are available at Ministry of Citizenship and Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Recreation offices across the province. BETTER CARPET SERVICES Steam, jet clean, to restore your carpets and upholstery like new. 15% OFF with this ad! 24 HRS. SERVICE (416)398-7771 1%wa,w t lrlo RESTAURANT 2351 Brimley Road 291-5627 • Fkne Dining • • Prime Rib • Seafood • Steaks and Pasta Open Mon. to Saw 11 tollNow - open09it Suys n 12 to 9 Everyday Specials Lunch 5.95 and up Dinner 8.95 and up DINE 2 FOR 1 Buy one dkrmm enhis Get second one FREE Up loslo unite VON Sunday lo Thursday (excluding Vala+tlre's Dey) ' ONer expires March 15194 rrwN. Eamwom fr+r ac It TOM RICE 285-8555_ So" Repne«ttatwe THE LOCAL A i BAR Se EA-FERY- All Day Saturday & Sunday Breakfast 11 a.m. to midnight INCLUD NG BACON, SAUGE, BREAKFAST BAC, EGGS,IHOME FRI SL AND BOTTOMLESS CUP OF COFFEE ON $ 3.99 SUNDAYS LIVE JAM featuring "Harvest" starting at 3 p.m. MONDAYS Free for All Finger Food 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. TUESDAYS $2.50, Beer and Bar Shots all day. WEDNESDAYS Ladies' Pub Night $50 to the Best Dressed Lady THURSDAYS Wings all day and night FRIDAYS Live music starting at 8 p.m. 4637 Kingston Rd. south-east corner at Manse Rd. 281.1990 10% OFF with this ad LICENSED UNDER LLSO. Open 11 a.m. - 1 a.m. 7 days a week Ask about Team Sponsorships! Business card free meal draws every Friday (max. 610) Page F T11E NEWS POST Wed. March 9, 1944 Business Community News International Trade Seminar Sponsored by the inter- national Trade Committee of the Scarborough Metro East Chamber of Com- merce and the City of Scar- borough Economic Development Department. this seminar will take place on Wed. Mar. 9. from 6 to 8:30 p. in. at the Toronto East Holiday Inn, located at Warden and the 401. The Canadian and On- tario Governments provide a range of funding pro- grams (PEM -D. ETDP. CIDA-INC) for interna- tional trade missions, trade and export development. and international joint ven- tures. Grants as high as $250.000 are available to private companies seeking to open international markets. Panel members include: Mayor Joyce Trimmer - chairman: Ghislaine Har - quail - International Trade Canada PEM -D; Terry Glavin CIDA Industrial Cooperation - CIDA INC; Lorraine Saab - Ministry of Export Development and Trade; Jim Wessinger - Ontario International Cor- poration, and Rachel Sauve - Export Development Cor- poration. The cost for attending this event is $25 including GST. Call the Chamber Of- fice at 4394140 to register. $1.5 Million Grant For Epilepsy Research A grant of $1,545.000 from the Bloorview Children's Hospital Foundation will help Toronto researchers unlock the mysteries of epilepsy - The grant. for $515.000 annually over three years, will fund basic research in- to why seizures happen• as well as clinical trials of new medications to prevent seizures. Principals of the project are Dr. McIntyre Bur- nham, undergraduate coor- dinator of Pharmacology at The University of Toron- to; Dr. Peter Carlen, head of the Playfair Neuros- cience Unit at The Toronto Hospital: and Dr. Paul Hwang, head of the Clinical Neurophysiology Laboratory at The Hospital for Sick Children. The group. which has been par- tially supported by the Bloorview Foundation for two years. is the only ma- jor one in Canada working in this area. About one in 500 children have seizures which dD not respond to currently known therapies. Some of these kids have hundreds of seizures a day. "This disabling neurological disease vastly diminishes a child's chances in life." says Bur- nham, '.Limiting his or her access to education, and leading to rejection and dependency'.,. For &rnham, unlocking the secrets of epilipsy has become a full-time job. Besides conducting research. he also helps lead a parent group at Bloor- view to help family members learn more about the condition and new therapies. -This group has been my mainstay to sani- ty." says one parent. On the clinical side, Sharing makes tough times a little easier When tough iinl:. uiaidest, u , "Ic„ among us WhO ,u' :rlidren, the "orkino I,,. , people with special necd,. ,u: ie mothers and abused %omen. Your generous gift can help ShareLife help those in need. Please call 1-840-263-2595 SI.ShareUife flelping the it -hole community through Catholic agencies Orange Order Memorial Service Relatives and friends of the 18 Metro Area Orangemen who died last year will be in attendance at the annual met wrial service to be held on Palm Sunday at 3 p.m. in the elegant Metro Toronto House of Orange. 417 Ken - Volunteers Needed People with lupus now have a unique opportunity to help each other. Lupus Canada is looking for lupus patients who are willing to share some of their experiences and cop- ing strategies. This infor- mation will be used to develop the scnpt for an exciting new video produc- tion. The video will motivate and empower people with lupus to gain a stronger sense of control over their own health. Lupus patients who would like to participate can obtain a copy of the Lupus Canada survey form by calling 1-800-363-8469. Completed forms are to be returned by March 30th. . ............................... Bloorview Children s Hospital offers the only comprehensive program in Toronto for children with severe epilepsy and their families. "Bloorview gave me my son back," says Barbara Wilson, whose son Andrew had several seizures each day before they entered the Bloorview program. Now, Andrew's seizures are well controll- ed, and his family has learned to understand and accept the condition. Public education about epilepsy is still a necessity. The parents in Dr. Bur- nham's group report that some teachers are afraid to have children with epilepsy in their classrooms, and ex- tended family members sometimes reject children because of the condition. The Bloorview Children's Hospital Foundation is the funding arm of Bloorview Children's Hospital, an 87 bed facility for children with chronic illnesses or disabilities. The Founda- tion is committed to im- proving quality of life for these children and their families. nedy Road. Scarborough. reminder of the military Part of the tribute in- background of the orange eludes the Draping of the Order in Canada. Warrant by a precision At the conclusion of the team from Belfast Purple service a reception will Star I. 0 1. Toronto. a take place in the lovrtf'r Metro Toronto Council Council membe►s' of iees - Station 1020, 2nd.11oor Metro Hall. 55 John St.. Toronto M5V 3C6. 111111111111110 City of Scarborough Scarborough Bluffs BRIAN ASHTON office open 8.30 a.m. - 4.3U p.m. Mon. to Fri Suite 231. Call 392-4052. Scarborough Agincourt SCOTT CAVALIER office open 8.30 a.m. - 4.30 p.m. Mon. to Fri Suite 211 Call 392.4050 Scarborough Citv Centre BRIAN HARRISON office open 8.30 a.m - 5 p.m. Mon to Fri Suite 215 Call 392.4017 After hours 261.6941. Scarborough Highland Creek KEN MORRISH office open 8.30 a m. - 4.30 p.m. Mon. to Fri Suite 223 Call 392-4055. Scarborough Wexford MAUREEN PRINSLOO office open 8.30 a m - 4.30 p rn Mon to Fr. Suite 233 Call 392-4047 Scarborough Malvem RAYMOND CHO office open 8 30 a m 4 30 p m Mon to Fri Suite 229 Call 392-4076. Scarborough MAYOR JOYCE TRIMMER office open 8 30 a.m. - 4 30 V m Mon to F•i. Suite 206. Call 392-4007 City of North York Black Creek MARIA AUGIMERI - office open 8 30 a m - 4.30 p.m. Mon to Fn Suite 208 Call 392-4021 North York Centre NORMAN GARDNER - office open 8.30 a.m. - 4.30 p.m. Mon to Fri Suite 203. Call 3924020 North York Humber MARIO GENTILE - office open 8.30 a.m - 4 30 p.m. Mon. to Fri Suite221 Ca11392-4066 North York Centro South SEV.SALMON - office open 8.30 a.m. - 4.30 p.m. Mon. to Fri Suite 224 Eveninqs by appointment. Call 392-4012. North York Spadina HOWARD MOSCOE - office open 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. Mon. to Fri. Suite 212 Call 392.4029. Seneca Heights JOAN KING - office open 8.30 a.m. - 4.30 p.m. Mon. to Fri. Suite 217 Call 392-4038. Don Parkway MARIE LABATTE - office open 8.30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Mon. to Fri Suite 232. Call 392-4061. North York MAYOR MEL LASTMAN - office open 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Mon. to Fri. Suite 220. Call 392-4075. Borough of East York East York PETER OYLER - office open 8.30 a.m.. 4.30 p.m. Mon. to Fri Suite 216. Cali 392.4031. MAYOR MICHAEL PRUE - office open 8.30 a.m. - 4.30 p.m. Mon to Fri. Suite 226. Call 4035 City of Toronto Don River ROGER HOLLANDER - office open 8.30 a.m. - 4.30 p.m. Mon to Fri Suite 207. Call 392-4060 East Toronto PAUL CHRISTIE office open 8.30 a.m .4-30 p.m. Mon to Fri Suite 225. Call 392-4082. Toronto MAYOR JUNE ROWLANDS office open 8.30 a.m. - 4.30 r) m Mon to Fri Suite 218 Call 392-40f11 125,000 ID ►,.,n.,k.v.rw�. , . = me T!" TA K x I a c,: CGT TD Housewarming Sweepstakes Winner J. Barri Taylor is presented with TD's 1st prize - a TD GIC worth $2.5,0110 by Chantelle Nicholls. Scarbomugh Regional Manager. + � � • I f�t','t lF97, dPV' CGT TD Housewarming Sweepstakes A iniwr Irene Chinnen ;, presented with TD's 2nd prize - keys to a 1994 Buick Regal by Roger Maher, Branch Manager, TD Kingston Rd. and Morningside Ave. An Edwards Garden Evening On Mon. Mar. 21st at 7:30 p.m. the Civic Garden Cen- tre will present another in its series of evening lec- tures on gardening topics. Dr. Brian Bixley. a past president of the Civic Garden Centre, popular lecturer in Canada and throughout the United States and author of many articles that have appeared in international gardening publications as well as "Horticulture" magazine will be speaking. His topic is "The Anatomy of a Bed". Look_ ing at one bed in his own garden, Brian will show slides and explain the dif- ficulty of sustaining a perennial bed throughout the gardening season. He will trace the changes in growth and colour and ex- amine bulb succession from early spring to late fall. Join in for an evening fill- ed with inspiration, ideas and wit and further expand your gardening knowledge. Admission is $4 and there is plenty of free parking available. International Night The Toronto -Peel Post Polio Committee will be holding an "International Night". Come and share fascinating stories about people in other countries. Find out all about other cultures. Come and com- pare your experiences. This event will be preced- ed by a wine tasting ex- perience and a represen- tative of E. & J. Gallo Winery Ltd. will speak on "Wine Tasting" on Wed. Mar. 16th from 7 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. followed by "A View from Afar". The event will be held at Ontario March of Dimes, 60 Overlea Blvd. cat Eglin- ton) from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. presented by members of the Toronto -Peel Post Polio Committee and Mr. Jeffrey Christopher. Come and meet other polio survivors. Come and share your views or just chat. Find out about other upcoming events. For more information call OMOD at 425.0501. Coffee will be served. How To Start Your Own Business On Tues. Mar. 15, the Canadian Small Business Institute is sponsoring a workshoip on "How to Start Your Own Business" and on Thursday "ImportEx- port & Mail Order" at 245 Riviera Dr., Unit 11 from 12 noon to 3 p.m. Seniors are free. Non members $25, members $15. To register call 1905 470-1126. Wed. March 9, 1994 THE NTEWS%POST Page 7 Two Of 3 National Winners In TD Contest From Scarborough Two of the three winners chosen in TD's national housewarming contest are residents of Scarborough. Barry Taylor of Fareham Cres. and Irene Chi nnery of Ellesmere Road were the two lucky winners in the CGT; TD Housewarming Sweepstakes. Barry Taylor was "speechless for the first time in my life" when he received the call from TD's Executive Vice President, Arthur English. Taylor was the lucky winner of the first prize, $25,000 TD GIC. He has been a TD customer for over 50 years and banks at TD's Kingston Road Branch. Mr. Taylor was presented with his prize on Dec. 15, 1993 by Chantelle Nicholls, TD's Scar- borough Regional .Manager. Irene Chinnery received her best birthday present yet when she became the lucky winner of a 1994 Buick Regal. The keys to the car were presented to her on Dec. 15, 1993 by Roger Maher, Branch Manager of TD's Kingston Rd., and Morningside Ave. branch. The CGT TD Housewar- ming Sweepstakes began on Mar. 15, 1993. Over 400.000 entries were receiv- ed from over 250 TD bran- ches across the country. The Sweepstakes were TD's way of welcoming new CGT customers into the Bank after TD acquired CGT"s assets on Jan. 1, 1993, Annual Meeting Of Metro Conservation The Metropolitan Toron- creating a wetland at Col- York and Vice Chairman: to and Region Conservation onel Samuel Smith Park. Marie Muir, Metropolitan Authority held its 38th An- The wetland is being Toronto. nual Business and In- recognized under the Zoo's The Authority's 1994 Ex - augural Meetings on Fri. Adopt -A -Pond program. ecutive Committee corn - Feb. 25, at the Region of The project partners are prises the chairman and York Administrative Cen- Environment Canada's vice-chairman of the tre. Great Lakes Cleanup authority, the chairman of The Authority members Fund. the Ontario :Ministry the three advisory boards. elected the Vice Chairman of Environment and and the following three peo- of the Authority, the Chair- Energy, the Ontario ple: Brian Harrison, man and Vice Chairman of Ministry of Natural Metropolitan Toronto: the three Advisory Boards. Resources and The Paul Palleschi, Region of and the three additional Municipality of Peel; and Jim Witty, members of the Executive 1Metropolitan Toronto. Committee. Larry O'Con- Lois Hancey of the Bl Durham. Members of the authority nor. MPP for Durham Region of York was re- from Metro Toronto in York, brought greetings elected Vice Chairman of dude Patrick Abtan, Maria from the Province. the Authority by the Augimeri, Ila Bossons, Bill Granger chaired members. Rayed Cho. Lois Grif- both meetings. Chairman The following officers fin, Brian Harrison, Joan of The Regional were elected during the King,. Marie Muir, Dick Municipality of York, meeting: O'Brien, Peter Oyler. Paul Eldred King, welcomed Finance & Administra- Raina, Bev Salmon, everyone to the new Region tion Advisory Board - Deborah Sword and Joyce of York Administrative Chairman: Dick O'Brien, Trimmer. Centre. Councillor Lois Metropolitan Tomato and From the Durham Griffin, Councillor Lorna Vice Chairman: Patrick Region are Gam Lynn Bissell, and Mayor Jim Abtan, Metropolitan Toros- O'Connor, Kip Van Witty of the Town of Ajax to. Kempen, and Jim Witty. brought greetings from Water & Related land Other members are from The :Municipality of Management Advisory the Regions of Peel and Metropolitan Toronto, the Board: Chairman: Lois York and three from the Regional Municipality of Griffin. Metropolitan Province of Ontario. Peel, and The Regional Toronto and Vice - Municipality of Durham, Chairman: Kip Van •-•• -•__.. ;:.._.-+:•.._. respectively. Kempen. Region of General Manager of the Durham. It Pays Metropolitan Toronto Zoo, Conservation & Related Calvin White. presented Land !Management Ad- To Advertise awards to the Authority visory Board: Chairman: and its project partners for Lorna Jackson, Region of _.ti:-:-:•:•: .: -:;, The time to build your future is now Are you unemployed because of a poor economy and the fimi rapidly changing prepress computer technology? If so, the Canadian PrePress Institute is here to help. The Canadian PrePress Institute is proud to present the Electronic Publishing Operator Training Series, a comprehensive package of courses available to unemployed and Transitions candidates. This program can help you get back to work in the important graphic communications field. Government funding has already assisted many others through this highly successful training program. The next series of courses starts 11 April 1994. Seating is limited; call the Institute today at 416 491 8844. Canadian PrePress Institute Willowdale campus, Suite 700 One Eleven Gordon Baker Road Toronto Ontario Canada M2 H 3R 1 Page H THE NEWS POST Wed. March 9, 1994 HELP WANTED HELP WANTED ARTICLES=BUSINESS MOVING & FOR SALE L TRAPS OPPORTUNITIES CARTAGE Citizen Appointments Volunteer Board of Directors The Denise House is a residential shelter and support service for abused women and their children. Our mandate is to provide safe accommodation, supportive counselling, advocacy, resources and referrals to women whose lives have been affected by violence. Our services are made available to all women in the Durham Region, and further extends into the community through public education presentations. It is the goal of The Denise House to reflect in our volunteers, staff, programmes and outlook, the diversity of women. It is the Intention of the Board of Directors to seek and select community citizens to the Board of Directors to hold office. Interested men and women are asked to apply in writing highlighting relevant qualifications to this role as well as flow your expertise may benefit The Denise House_ Selected applicants will be interviewed. Please submit information on or before March 18. 1994 to: Board of Directors The Denise HOuse Oshawa Centre Postal Outlet P.O. Box 30560 Oshawa, ON Lii 8L8 ALASKA JOBS Earn up to 530.000 in 3 months fishing salmon. Most living expenses paid while you work. Also construction. canneries, oil fields, and more. For imme- diate response call 504-64& 2803 extension S153 24 hours. LOTS & ACREAGE CAMBRIDGE 5 acre lots. 528.000 Hamilton 1 acre lots $8.000 Barrie lots 55.000 1-902-638-3325. =REGISTRATION EAST YORK Ladies Softball Association Players' Registration Night. Wednesday March 16th- & 23rd . 6.30 to 8 30. East York Civic Centre. 850 Coxwell Ave . 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MARCH io P.M. 12 00 North York City Viers Toronto Couoca Insight 12 30 Ward thatch T EY 100 Empur C1ub-E S Ted Rages Pers k CEO Ragers fom- mumcatoaxis Inc The Maclean Hunter Bid 2 00 Youth Justice In Crus Last.from tentative 3 ou (hie of a I4nd Craft Show 3 30 Abbotsford Air Show 4 00 Authors Lives & Times 4 30 Author' Author' Phil Edmonton-LerrionAid Guides 5 00 MPP Mamtnaiti NY 5 15 MPP Turnbull NY MPP Churlev T EY 0:(10 The LemonAid Stow 200 Horizon -Faithful Hearts Weston Youth 2 30 The Coming 5:00 YGBK 6:00 Aerobics: Alive & Well 6:30 Cotnmttttity M,a�anne 7.00 L'rtderwater Safari 8:00 Macedonian kation 8:30 Tradi Post -Repeat 10:00 Youthh octs-Repeat SUN. AIARCH 13 12:00 Tai Chu 12:30 Kallai Arangam 1:00 Community Magazine 1:30 Bwldiug Financial Security 2:00 Avramts Greek Show 3:00 Trillium Sports 6:00 Science at Horne 6:30 Hai Horizon '01 Jr A Hockey 10:00 Rochelle Litman 10 30 Mad About Golf MON. MARCH 14 A.M. 10 OO Scarborough Council P.M. 12:30 Focus On Photography 1:1x) RoundTable-Repeat 2:00 Scarborough Council 6:0) Horizon -Roman Catholic 6:30 Mead About Golf 7:00 The Zoo & You 7,30 Scarborough Council TUES. MARCH 15 P.M. 3:00 Trillium Presents 6:06 Horizon -Church of the Latter Da Saints 6 30 Buildinngg Financial Security 7:00 KoundTable-Live 8:00 Multiple Sclerosis The Kinder Side 8 30 Scarborough Gazette -Chinese 9 30 Community Magazine 10:00 Artisans 10:30 Policing in the 90's Cable TV 5 30 MF' Berl Mals MF' Sarkis Asuldotrian 3 4', %SPP Diane Poole T EY MPP Anthony Pirrazu Ny 600 Human Ian m IN Islamic Studies 6 30 Adopt A Pet 00 Lvn McLeod Live a a PrebmCFacuig (n l o Confwes 9 00 Tsex EYE eeklyy L'pdnue IU 00 MCA liealt7s Line 10 31) MCA stormy Monday-Gordne Ekstem, Michael Assaly Robin Renwick. Paul Yigol BobbyKit� tt 00 (•IubSee 1 p to t1 30 Hi .av 10-Maripaaa '93 SaW of the Andes..4nhai 12 on City Gardenetg 12 3D Rob Coxrmier Sf- FRI. MARCH 11 P.M. 12 00 Strat& Talk NY Talk Toronto T EY 1 OD Good Afternoon TV 2 00 Authors Lives A Times 2 30 Health Line 3 00 Word -Youth Magazine Show 3 30 Checkers The Clown 4 00 Sea Of Dreams int'! Yacht Race from Victoria to Maui 5 00 MPP Jim Peterson !� Tonym lao T EY S 15 MPP Marcher T EY volmm- S.30 MP DavidCode tette 5 45 Dave Johnson NY EY MPP Tim Murphy T 6:00 Horizon :Al a 4 omega Mssion 6:30 Sports Event of the Week 9:00 MBCA Youth Focus -Concerts & Issues of Young People 10:00 MCA, Project Discovery Musicians from Alberta & Saskatchewan 10:30 MCA:ProCdi-Italian Arts & Entertainment 11:00 Stormy Monday with Danny Marks -See Thuis 10:30 p.m. "'EYE Weekl Update 11:30 Ed's Ni Party 1200AM0 SAT. MARCH 12 A.M. 8:00 Sociology 323 9:00 Lemon Aid 10:00 Hooted On Fishing 10:30 Lifelong Learning Seminars -Leaving Town To Learn 11:00 The Labour Show 1130 City Gardening P.M. 12:00 Good Afternoon TV 1:00 Ado -A-Pet 1:30 Author!Autlor,Aubrey Diem 2:00 Horizon: Faithful Hearts Weston Unit 2:30 MCA : The Coming to quote the Globs' & Nan! "a bunch of eco flakes dumping around in tights" 5:00 MCA: Featured bonds Subtractor The skanksters One Free Fall 6:01 Canadian Club -TBA 6:30 Paint Easel -E with Dave Preston 7:011 Highway 10 -Mariposa '93 F = 6 Fearing. Roy 7:30 Playing In A Band -Gear Selecting the right instrument for you 8:00 Rogers Shareholders Meeting 9:30 Images '93 Film Festival 10:001.yn McLeod -Live 11:01 Ed's Nit Party 11:30 Steel CiTy Lingerie C Sketches 12:00 Youth _'Win Crisis ABSOLUTE I A T N a 5 5 a s FREE Ifirriffil'S13161MM ESTIMATE Ratovelim • Immoofim Dteslgll • Sav1[e p jidwd DW oink llntrkrl leleplplo�llge: (44) 802- RENO '3o6i SUN. 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Youth Athletics Magazine Show 7:00 Funny Pages -Standup Com 7:30 Lntekin Learning Seminar See Moat. 3 30 p M. This space could be yours for $20 At Roy Thomson Hall Nal. Mar. 14 at 8 p.nL Johnny .Mathis will per- form one of his 100 concerts a year on this date. He will perform with a 24 piece or- chestra. Tickets are $48.50, $43.50 and $38.5o. Wed. Mar. 16 at s p.m. Jerry Lewis will perform With a 17 piece orchestra and Sing, dance, conduct, perform in pantomime and talk about his unique career. He is the only entertainer in history to be nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize_ Tickets are $38.50. 533.50 and 529.50. Prose & Poetry Reading The highly successful series of readings con- tinues at 1859 Kingston Road. This month's readers are Christine Ir- win, Prof. G. Leonard, Sasenarine Persaud and Andrea Tomonko. They will be followed by an Open Set ( Read your own poem or prose, but limit reading time to approximately five minutes). Organized by the Scarborough Arts Council with the help of members of The Grub Street Club on Sun. Mar. 20, from 2 - 4 0:00 Reaction -Junin Mail & Direct Marketing 9:00 One of a Kind Craft Show 10:00 MCA: Artisans Garnet Tracy demonstrates quilts 10:30 MCA: Policing in 90.$ -Metro Police Chief William McCormick 11:00 Talking sex 12:00 Toronta's High Five 12:30 Fumy Pages Sir Robert L. Borden News Business & Technical Institute Sports A big congratulations goes out to Borden's Girls Volleyball team. On Tues. Mar. 1st, they won the B.T.I. Championship against Bendale. They swept the first two games on their way to victory. Way to go Borden! Yesterday the Borden Jr. Basketball team won the collegiate championship by defeating Eaton 54 to 52 at Centennial College. Dynsdale Coote and Jason Thomson led the Borden of- fense with 14 pts. each. Curtis Stewart and Ernesto Gayle had 9 each, while Norman Lee, Derrick Brown, Lennox Ingram and Randy Thompson also played well. Student Conference On Tues. Feb. 22, nine student representatives from Sir Robt. L. Borden B.T.I. participated in a conference titled Between Teens: Helping You Help Others. The conference, located at the Scarborough Civic Centre and sponsored by the Scarborough Health Department, addressed skill development in identi- fying and coping with stress. Participants were Carolyn Bruce, Karla Buruca, James Friesen, Tanisha Hosin, Tanya La Touche, Angie Piercey, Ryan Seabrook, Scott Stiff and Dave Wazny. It is hoped that these fine ambassadors of our school can now apply some of their new skills and knowledge to assist the ability of other Borden students to deal effectively with stress in and beyond the school environment. Black History Month On Feb. 24th the staff and students at Borden B. T. I. were treated to a career fest put on by the Black History Month Committee. In honour of black history month 22 young black speakers were in- vited to take part in a careerfest. The speakers represented a variety of careers; from the fields of business, entertainment, sports, retail, education, youth work, entrepreneur- ship, television, and the police. The afternoon started with a school wide assembly where the staff and students were in- troduced to all of the guest speakers. Miss Bryan, the staff advisor for the com- mittee, performed a monologue in full character "Aunt Ethel". describing the ingredients that make up an Afro - Canadian. The monologue was well received and it set the tone for a very infor- mative afternoon that followed. After the formal speak- ing sessions were com- pleted, staff and students were invited to meet with the guests at leisure in our Resource Centre. Over 100 staff and students stayed behind to hear two of our guests sing a song from their newly released album. Also, City Pulse did some interviewing as they spoke with members of the student body and other guest speakers to find out what the day meant to them. Borden staff and :students would like to say thank you to the following guests: Rosemarie Mit- tleholtzer, Mitzie Hunter. Fenella Bruce, Jude Kel- ly, Paul Shaw, Paul Hamilton, Judy Palmer, Erdine Hope. Donald Mc- Cloud, Hugh Keane, Dane Lawrence, Oliver Walters, Dwight Drummond. Michael Walters, Officer Pinock, Officer Sterling Molly Killingbeck, Cameron Fray, Angus Warner, Lew Golding and Sidell Wright. Metro Separate School News Father Cuschieri Award Sean Marven, a student at Nativity of Our Lord Catholic School was presented with the Father Andrew Cuschieri Award, which is presented bi- annually to an MSSB stu- dent between the ages of 7 and 13 who has performed an exceptional humanitarian act. Sean was recognized for his work with the Terry Fox Foundation. As a member of Terry's team, Sean visits elementary and secondary schools to speak to students firsthand about his experience with cancer and to promote and en- courage sponsorship for the annual Terry Fox Run. Sean has also appeared in numerous public service commercials for the Foun- dation. He is also among the top fund-raisers at his school for the annual Terry Fox Rum. Elvira DeMonte, Chair- man of the Board con- gratulated Sean, noting "his actions serve as in- spirtion to all and ex- emplify the Christian at- titudes that are the objec- tives of our school system." Father Andrew Cusehien and Trustee Peter Johnson, Ward 8 assisted in the presentation of a corn- memorative certificate. Sean also received a bur- sary in the amount of $3570 which will be held in trust until he reaches age 18. 1994 Budget Status Report The board received a status report on the 1994 draft budget. At time of writing, the projected shortfall in revenue was reported to be $32.9 million. In October, a projected shortfall of $24.4 million was forecast. The increased shortfall is attributed to increases in the costs of the board's share of UIC!CPP premiums, employee health and dental plan premiums and contribu- tions to Worker's Compen- sation and other benefit plans. Two special meetings to . hear delegations regarding the 1994 budget will be held on March I and 2. at 7 p.m. at the Catholic Education Centre, 8D Sheppard Ave. E. Willowdale. Canada -Ontario In- frastruetore Works Pro- gram The '.Metropolitan Separate School Board has been given a one-time ap- proved allocation of $10.3 million under the Canada - Ontario Infrastructure Worms Program. Schooi boards, cdkges and universities are elW- ble to receive federal and provincial funding provid- ed their projects meet the criteria of the program and they are able to commit their share of the cast. MSSB's share would be ap- proximately $1.04 million. Tentative projects and recommendations concern- ing MSSB's participation in the program will be presented as part of the 1994 Capital Budget. PWA - People With Aids For those who still think that PWA means Pacific Western Airlines, and that HIV AIDS only affects young gay men in big cities, Parents Flag -:North Toronto Chapter is presen- ting a free evening lecture by David Kelly, Executive Director of the Toronto People with Aids Founda- tion on Fri. Mar. 18th. He will discuss the im- portance of family support and the Toronto PWA's Workshops in yoga. tai chi, arts & crafts, and massage therapy as well as their food bank program, and their counselling services in money management, housing, and medical assistance. The evening lecture will be held at St. Clement's Anglican Church, 59 Briar Hill at Duplex, one street west of Yonge, and four blocks north of Eglinton. The time is 7:30 p.m.; ad- mission is free and as always Bi's. Gays and Les- bians are welcome. For further information call 322-0600. Deliver More Food Delivering over one million pounds of food is no easy task but Second Harvest has done it again this year by tipping the scales at 1,113,180 pounds (or 500,931 kilograms). Just ask Mark, Dave or Gord, the three staff drivers of Second Harvest's three refrigerated trucks. They'll tell you that they believe that they've car- ried that much; remembering especially the cold winter days. But they'll also tell you how gratifying this work can be when greeted daily by eager donors and anxious agency recipients. Second Harvest is Toron- to's only prepared and perishable food recovery program, collecting surplus food from more than 250 donors and redistributing it to 75 social service agencies in Metro Toronto. Donors include restaurants, hotels, caterers, retailers and wholesalers. The agencies who benefit are residences, shelters, neighbourhood food banks, and soup kit- chens. Wed. March 9, 1994 THE NEWSi POST Page 9 March Break Time Machine The Toronto Historical Board presents the March Break Time Machine - a fantastic assortment of fun activates for kids that focus on Toronto history. The March Break fun runs dai- ly 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Fort York from Mar. 12 through to the 20th. Just drop in, no need to pre -register. Kids can learn about Toronto history while en- joying lots of fun activities. Staff from the city museums ( Fort York, Mackenzie House, Spadina, Colborne Lodge and the Marine Museum) will be on hand to offer these ac- tivities: build a model boat to take home; make candy in the historic kitchen; create an old-fashioned kite that really flies; make your own aromatic pomander to take home. join in a military drill class; learn to playa military tune: play 19th century games: try the food being prepared for an officers' dinner. have your Photo taken in a period cut- out ( for $2). On Sat. Mar. 19th and Sun. Mar. 20th, kids can see World War I soldiers from the Museum of Applied Military History, 20th Bat- talion Project. All this fun is included with admission to Fort York: Adults $5; Senior `Youth $3.25; children $3. A special March Break Deal! - One free child with each paying adult. Free lunch! (hot dogs courtesy of Harvey's Restaurant and juice courtesy of Im- perial Coffee Services Inc.), Mar. 12-20, from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. daily. Nominations For Medal Nominations are now be- ing accepted for candidates for the 1994 Ontario Medal for Good Citizenship. Each year the province pays tribute to 12 individuals who have contributed, through ongoing acts of selflessness. humanity and kindness, to the well-being of their community and fellow Ontarians. This medal honours in- dividuals who have taken the time to respond volun- tarily to the needs of their neighbours and of their communities. Their outstanding contributions have been made over a long period of time with no expectation of reward, and often at personal sacrifice and expense. Since it was established in 1973.258 men and women have received the Ontario Medal for Good (Stizenship. Any person or organiza- tion may submit a nomina- tion. The nominations will be reviewed by an Ad- visory Council which will submit a list of the 12 most deserving nominees to the Lieutenant -Governor of Ontario. The Lieutenant - Governor will present the medals to the recipients at a special ceremony at the Ontario legislature on June 30, 1994. Persons wishing to Dominate someone for the 1994 Ontario Medal for Good Citizenship may ob- tain nomination forms by contacting Ontario Honours and Awards Sec- tion. Ontario Ministry of Citizenship. 77 Bloor St. W., 15th Floor. Toronto, On- tario M7,A 2119 or by phon- ing ( 416 1 314-7528. Deadline for norninations is Tuesday, March 15, 1994. Easing the pain of preparing your 1993 income tax return By Larry Bookman. CA (MC) — If you dread the ap- proach of intone tax season (and who doesn't:'), here are sonic tips to ease the pain of completing your return and to ensure that you get the maximum refund to which you are entitled. O E First, use the appropriate form. Depending on your situation, you may be able to complete one of the sbc- or special forms, thus saving time. For example, the T -I Special form isbawally an abbreviated ver- sion of the T-1 General return. It is appropriate for taxpayers who file straightforward returns, limited per- haps to submitting a T4 slip (the statement of employment income provided by your employer), a T-5 slip (statement of investment in- corrne),andclatming basic expenses. The T-1 Short form is particu- My appropriate for those eligible toclaim childbenefits—remember, regardless of whether you earn in- come you must file a tax return in oder to claim these credits. The T- 1 Short may also be used by em- ployees who have no sources of income other than employment in- come and who are making no unu- sual deductions. The T-165+ is a special return for pensioners whose income is derived mainly from OAS (Old Age Secu- rity), CPP (Canada Pension Plan), perhaps a company pension, and investment income. If not received in your income tax package, the forms are available from your dis- trict taxation office. By law, you mast receive your income tax form, T-4 and T-5 slips, RRSP (registered retirement sav- ings plan) slips, and any other docu- mentation required for preparing your return by the end of February. By the middle of March you should sitdown with this material and your last year's tax return to review previ- ously reported incomeandexpenses. Make a point of going through the Revenue Canada guide provided with your tax return. It will help you gather all relevant material needed to calculate income and expenses and it even contains useful tax tips. As you complete your return, try to get all the tax relief you can. Note that you may claim medical. expenses for any 12 -month period that ends in the year for which you we doing your return; you do not have to claim them on a caloerdar- year basis. If you have medical ex- penscs from March, 19921 through February 1993, you can claimthosc on your 1993 return if they were not claimed on your 1992 return. Married couples who made char- table donations exceeding S250 during 1993 will crap tax sav Ings if one spouse claims all the donations. This is because don;wons in excess of S250 earn a larger tax credit. Father spouse may claim all the do- nations no rnatter which spouse's name is on the official receipt. If you receive qualified pension income, the fust S 1,000 of it is eligi- ble fora pension income: tax credit. If you cannot use all or a portion of that tax credit, you may transfer unused credits to your spouse. Chil- dren or spouses with tuition fees at a post -secondary institution or ap- proved skills -training course are eli- gible for tuition expense and educa- tion tax credits but must claim them on their own tax returns. If those credits are not used up by the stu- dent, they may be transferred to the student's parents or spouse. If you complete and mail in your return but then realize you forgot to claim eligible income or expenses, contact your taxation centre. If your return has been processed and you have received your assessment, but you wish to make changes, contact your district taxation office. Ad- dresses are included with your re- turn. Moneycare is general financial advice by Canada's chartered ac- countants. Larry Bookman is a tax partner with Deloitte & Touche. I.. 1W yr Page 10 THE NEWS POST Wed. March 9, 1994 Bill Watt's Worlds ON STAGE: Susan Sandler's Crossing Delancey is a gentle, in some ways genteel but cer- tainly not gentile comedy about modern mores in op- position to traditional values. Isabelle is a single young Jewish woman whose bub- ble ( grandmother ) wants her to marry. . .a good. Jewish businessman. She. Isabelle, has erotic fancies about a presumably goy author she sees regularly in her book store. Bubbie enlists a venta in her endeavour. So, Isabelle finds herself with two men in her life. Which one, if either, will she choose' Only a churl would tell. In any case• the appeal of Crossing Delancey is the journey not the destination. It's a quiet delight to share the gentle, loving conflict between Bubbie and Isabelle: the one cling- ing to old Middle Eastern values: the other respec- ting but rejecting them in favour of now. Would that one could say the perfor- mances uniformly match the material. Carol r Comed♦• on Rye Lempert as Isabelle is ex- actly right -young• nubile. intellectual but Lillian Lewis as Bubbie has evidently been allowed in- director ydirector Lawrence Seligman to lurch headlong into stereotype. Her ut- terances lack the necessary comic convic- tion when delivered a la Mrs. Nussbaum of Allen's Alley. Ditto for usually reliable Joyce Gordon as the marriage broker. Still, one concedes that her gold, satin harem pants are fit- ting. though not fitted. Kudos to costume co- ordinator Nanev Pr•ochuk. Damon Redfern as the erotic centre of lsabelle's dreams is appropriately Tom Brownish and Alon Nashman is quietly effec- tive as the pickle merchant that Bubbie wishes for Isabelle. One could and does pre- sent the case that Crossing Delancey is a quietly effec- tive piece of theatre. Pity though• that two of the characters in it have ap- parently not been directed to be quiet enough. AT TABLE: The Column now breaks a long standing custom by recommending with en- thusiasm a well nigh "perfect little neighbourhood restaurant'". The Blackhorn Dining Room is situated in an un- prepossessing Ellesmere Ave. strip mall just west of Warden. Once inside the door, though, one is in a handsome room large enough to be economically viable vet small enough for the hands on attention of new owners, Pat Del Peschio and his wife Serenella. That attention shows in every aspect of the Blackhom's operation. It's comfortable, gracious and enjoyable. The true test of any dining establishment, however• is its cuisine. The Blackhom's is con- tinental and Italian. On the evening of our attendance we sampled the latter. The meal began with a plate of garlic bread and bruschetta. The garlic bread was properly crispy on the outside and gently garlicked in its interior. The bruschetta was substantial while not sacrificing the piquancy which is an important con- sideration of this palate teaser. For appetizer we enjoyed shrimps prepared en rosette au tomates with a rose garlic cream sauce. The shrimp were definitely salt water, not aquacultured and the sauce was heavenly. Fact is, we threw caution to the wind and dipped crusty bread in to enjoy it all. Oh, and we should mention that we were also nibbling on scrumptiously delicate grilled zucchini slices. The entree was a sampler plate of veal pic- cata, chicken marsala and green peppercorn steak. We feel the same w•ay about veal piccata as we do about lemon meringue pie: we like to taste lemon. The piccata didn't disappoint. The chicken marsala was caressing to the taste buds and the peppercorn steak. lively. What we'd reallv like to compliment as well are the accompanying vegetables. So often, in even the best managed restaurants, vegetables are less than satisfactory. At the Blackhorn. they're snap - pin' fresh and tasty. Even the spinach, a vegetable too often overcooked and soggy was just right. We didn't partake dessert simply because we were too full but oh it was worth it to break training for once. The Blackhorn has a fin wine list and an excellent staff. One waitress. Rulah, has been there for 20 years. At least that's what's said. To our eyes. she's too Around and About Your Dining & Entertainment Guide young and pretty to have worked any place for two decades. The kitchen is quite ver- satile and will make up special dishes not on the menu upon request. We intend to take advan- tage of that in future visits but for now. our only re- quest is for readers to en- joy an evening of fine din- ing at Blackhorn Dining Room. Look for us, we'll be the one salivating before each course. ON RECORD: Patrick Norman -what an exemplary name for a Quebecois! -is probably bet- ter known in Quebec than in the rest of North America notwithstanding that he's now into a third decade as an established leading vocalist musician. cin 1974 he recorded the theme song Free As The Wind for the motion picture Papillon.) As a fluently bi- lingual singer he exhibits the emotions of Jim Croce with none of the latter's rawness of voice. That quality is in abun- dant evidence on Whisper- ing Shadows iStar Records). his first English album in five years. The title cut is a lush mood piece equally suitable for late night listening or pensive moments in one's study. Yet. the man can kick it as in Redheaded Heartache. a bouncy little fandangle and the album's best bet for AM playlisting. His Summertime -yes. the Gershwin one -is in- teresting but. we suggest. not as good as No Love Without You. Given the continuing suc- cess of Celine Dion and Roch Voisin, it would seems time for Patrick Nor- man to be "an overnight success". Whispering Shadows should do it. HOT ICE: It has been recorded that your correspondent was the best ever captain of the Quebec Avenue Red Hawks hockey team. ( Never mind carping that he was the on- ly one. i Sorely tried during the Ballard vears. our af- fection for hockey in general and the Toronto :Maple Leafs in particular has now returned. So it was with con- siderable alacrity that we accepted Ingrid Hamilton's PUBLIC MEETING ON EARLY FRENCH IMMERSION Parents and guardians of Scarborough students are invited to attend a public meeting to discuss the Scarborough Board of Education's Early French Immersion Program. Wednesday, March 23 - 7:30 pm Rooms 3 & 4, Scarborough Education Centre 140 Borough Drive, Scarborough French Immersion is a gradual process beginning in Sr. Kindergarten. Classes are now being organized for September 1994 at Brimwood Boulevard Jr. P.S., Brooks Road P.S., William G. Miller Jr. P.S., North Agincourt Jr. P.S., Regent Heights Jr. P.S., Tam O'Shanter Jr. P.S. and William Tredway Jr. P.S. In Grades 1 and 2, all instruction is in French; children learn to read and write in this language. Beginning in Grade 3, one hour a day is devoted to teaching English. This percentage increases until, by Grade 6, the program is virtually bilingual. A minimum of 25 students must register to begin a new class, and transportation to and from the program is provided by parents. D.F. Horrox, Chairman of the Board E.G. Campbell, Director of Education Dorothy Todorovski of Scarborough plaved a nine number combination Lotto 6 49 ticket and won it 1.812.20 in the Feb. 16th draw. She purchased the winning ticket at Smoker's Cor- ner in Pickering. Todorovski and her husband. Kosta. plan to pay bills and take a vacation. recent invitation to the Hockev Hall of Fame -not for inoiuction sillee!-but for another event announce- ment. As part of the United Way campaign and in con- junction with Canadian Music Week the Toronto Junior Board of Trade has put together "Rockers Plav The Classics". Now, don't get all exercised! The Rockers will include some of T.O.'s best rock musi- cians right enough but the Classics they'll be playing are players from the Toronto Maple Leafs alum- ni, on the ice at Varsity Arena on Sat. Mar. 19th. Scheduled to play for the Classics are among others, Billy Harris, Ron Ellis, Bob Nevin, Brian Conacher, Norm Ullman, Mike Palmateer and Eddie Shack. We must be the only one who recalls when he played for the Guelph Biltmoresss. For the Rockers there'll be Dave Bidini, Gerry :McGhee, Andrew Cash and a flock of others. The evening is to be hosted by Corky & The Juice Pigs with a half-time performance by Jughead. Sounds like quite an evening of fun and it's all for a good cause. We intend to be there after recovering from our disappointment at not being nominated for the Hockey Hall of Fame. Still, hope springs eternal. ON T.V. Jerry Lewis will celebrate his 68th birthday by performing at Roy Thomson Hall. That's Mar. 16th. On Mar. 19th, Family Channel presents the 4th in- stallment in its series Mar- tin and Lewis: Their Golden Years. Nice to read that the former Joe Levitch credits the former Dino Crocetti for much of his success. Yet, though he was a talented singer, Dean Mar- tin never really took off un- til he teamed up with Jerry Lewis and ... had his nose bobbed. IN CONCERT: The North York Sinfonia, formed from the profes- sional core of the North York Symphony, makes its second appearance in the Recital Hall of the North York Performing Arts Cen- tre. It will be conducted by Ont.Art Gallery Events Sun. !Mar M Michael Snow will be pre- sent to sign copies of the catalogues and the com- memorative poster for the Michael Snow Project at 2 p.m. in the Gallery Shop. March 14 to 18 March Break at the Gallery is bigger and bet- ter this year. Kids can par- ticipate in Off the Wall in the Dr. Mariano Elia Hands On Centre, Portraits in Action and Family Studio. Live entertainment in- cludes Juno award-winning children's performer Jack Grunsky. Animated movies for families will also be featured. All children must be accompanied by adults. Admission is $3 for children 4 to 11, chikhen under 4 are free, adults are $7.50. seniors and students $4 and members are free. Adventures For Kids Wondering how to keep the children entertained during March Break' Come to Pioneer Village and enjoy the many ac- tivities planned especially for this week. Michael Ross. a renown- ed magician, will delight young and old with his magic and quick writ. There are two performances dai- ly, at 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. The Town Hall will feature an Activity Centre Bogidar Avramov, music director of the Beverly Hills Symphony. Debbie Reynolds once played French horn in that or- chestra if memory serves us well. Among the musical offer- ings will be Stravinsky's seldom heard Pulcinella Suite. SCREEN NEWS: Ontario Place's Cinesphere has a fine schedule of familv films for the Spring break. One is especially taken with the trio of Search For The Great Sharks. The Secret of Life on Earth and Free Willy. A nice mix for children and adults. FAST EXIT: Canada no longer has any pride, only greed. If there were pride, we'd cease participating in World or Olympic competi- : ion only to be humiliated b) corrupt and incompe- tent officiating. And, be branded as ungracious losers for daring to com- plain. Still, there's money to be made -the Olympic ideal died with Avery Brundage - and we'll continue to par- ticipate and be humiliated. Oh, Canada I. with an opportunity to try on 19th century costumes. At Back Creek learning is fun. Black Creek is located at Jane St. and Steeles Ave. For information call 736-1733. Dance At The Power Plant On Fri. Mar. 11, The Power Plant - Contem- porary Art Gallery at Har- bourfront Centre - will pre- sent Dance, a fundraising celebration. Building on the tremen- dous success of last year's "Shut Up and Dance", this event has become bigger and better as party -goers will be able to view the . Michael Snow exhibition at The Power Plant before moving across an adjoining lobby to the du Maurier Theatre Centre - a fabulous space that will be transformed for great dan- cing and partying. Last year, "Shut Up and Dance" had a turnout of 750 - nearly doubling expecta- tions - and the evening was officially "Sold Out". "Shut Up and Dance" rais- ed over $20,000 for The Power Plant's exhibitions and public programs. Tickets are $30 per per- son and $25 for members. They are available through the Harbourfront Centre Box Office at 9734000. For more information, call The Power Plant at ( 416) 9734949. Ltravell Vacation Ideas For Spring Break '94 With the spring break quickly approaching, the question in the air is "where will we go?". Here are a few ideas for visitors planning a trip to the United States. "These attractions and events are great sugges- tions for travellers who would like to do something a little different this school break," said William Tapp6. Regional Director of the United States Travel & Tourism Administration (USTTA) . A Museum For Kids Philadelphia's "Please Touch Museum" is the first museum in the United States to be designed for children seven and under. Art, science and cultural objects and materials are on display, and encourage exploration by young children together with adults. Permanent collec- tions feature costumes, musical instruments, games, sculpture and art. Special changing ex- hibits focus on themes such as the emIrUninent, the senses, the human body and technology. For more information on the museum and to receive a Philadelphia For Kids, A to Z brochure, call the Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau at )215) 636.3341. Sci-t i & Monster Mansion Stocks Plenty of Scary Memorabilia More than 300.0ou items to delight science fiction and monster fans are on display at Forrest Acker - man's Sci-Fi & Monster Mansion in Griffith Park, Los Angeles, Ca. Acker- man has assembled a uni- que collection that includes such notable artifacts as the female robot from the film "Metropolis" and dinosaur models from the 1933 version of "King Kong, Life masks of actors Boris Karloff. Bela Lugosi, Vincent Price and Lon Chaney are also part of the 18 room display. Free tours of the museum are available Saturdays from 1:30 to 3 p.m. For more in- formation, contact Forrest Ackerman at (213) MOON - FAN (666-6326). In Touch With Nature At Caprock Canyons State Park The Linnear Trailway in Caprock Canyons State Park in Quitaque, Texas is almost 65 miles long and is bordered by some of the most spectacular scenery in Texas -juniper. shinnery oak, mesquite, plum and cottonwood trees line the route. The trailway houses the only railroad tunnel in Texas, but not everyone has the courage to walk through the dark tunnel where sounds echo and the overhead shrieking of nesting bats adds to the eerie surroundings. There are also 48 bridges along the trailway, with one towering five stories above the creek bed. The park is open year round, and there is a nominal en- try charge o($5 US per day. Fees collected are used to pay for repairs and upkeep on the trailway. Quitaque is located loo miles southeast of Amarillo on US Highway S6. For more information on Caprock Canyons State Park Trailway. call (806, 455-1492. Tax Free Stopping in Loui- siana The State of Louisiana has implemented tax free stopping for international visitors, so all Canadians have to do is prove c1hzen- ship show their driver's license ), and they receive a 9% city and state tax re- fund on all purchases. ()ne tax free zone is New Orleans' Riverwalk Marketplace, a 140 store shopping centre developed on the site of the 19B4 World's Fair. From family apparel to gourmet gifts, Riverwalk Marketplace has it all' There is even the River- walk Jazz Band, which strolls through the Marketplace playing favounte jazz tunes. For further information on the program, call i 504 ) 522-1555. March Break Magic At Black Creek Pioneer Village Spring comes early to Black Creek Pioneer Village - the new season begins on Sat. Mar. 12 and there is plenty to enjoy every day with special March Break activities featured from Mar. 14 to 18. Costumed interpreters greet the spring today in much the same way as the 19th century Villagers did - preparing spring tonics, enjoying the maple harvest, tackling spring cleaning and celebrating nature's reawakening. From Mon. Mar. 14 to Fri. Mar. 18, it's a March Break "Springtime Adven- ture for Kids". The wizar- dry of well known magician Michael Ross will astound, amaze and amuse kids of all ages, with two perfor- mances daily at 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. In the Town Hall from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. each day, there will be an opportunity for children to try on 19th century style clothing. Pancakes with pure On- tario maple syrup will be featured in the Victoria Room from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. The Black Creek Gift Shop carries a variety of maple products as well as souvenirs. Black Creek Pioneer Village is open daily from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Admis- sion is adults $7.50, seniors and students (with valid I.D.) $5 and children $3.25. Children four or under. with a family, are admitted for free. The Village is located at Jane Street and Steeles Avenue in nor- thwest Metro Toronto. This Space Could Be Yours For1 5 PER WEEK Wed. March 9, 1994 THF: NEWS; POST Page 11 Grenoble Art Gallery & Eurotunnel In France The New Art Gallery of Grenoble is Second only to the Louvre Prime Minister Edouard Balladur opened the new Grenoble Art Gallery on Jan. 27, after a fourteen month closing for reloca- tion and renovation. One of the oldest museums in France, the gallery was first opened in 1796, three years after the Louvre in Paris, by Louis - Joseph Jay who intended to display various works seiz- ed during the Revolution. Fortunately, it has always been under the direction of acquisition oriented curators, especially Andry- Farcy who managed the gallery from 1919 to 1949. He set about creating France's best modern art museum. During this time, several important pieces came into the gallery in- cluding Matisse's "Interior with Eggplants", the Agutte-Sembat collection with works from Signac, Derain, Marquet, Vlamin- ck and five Matisses. Several artists made im- portant donations, in- cluding Picasso with his .'Woman Reading.. Ray- mond Duchamp- Vi I Ion's "The Horse". Monet and Matisse also gave. The Museum -Library of Place de Verdun. which opened as a museum in 1876, became too crowded and the museum had to relocate. The new gallery, situated near the Isere river and overlooking snow-capped mountains, is built on 15,000 square metres of land bordered by a public park, and integrates a classified medieval tower, the "Tour de 1'Isle", into its construction now housing the gallery's sketches and drawings. The permanent collections are presented on one immense level il- luminated with natural lighting. Blond hardwood floors and black furniture by "Le Corbusier" blend in to enhance the art and to add to the atmosphere. The collection of the Art Gallery of Grenoble is one of the most interesting in France, and even in Europe, as it is one of the oldest. It includes over 4000 paintings, ranging from XVlth century Flemish and Dutch School to XXth cen- tury artists including Modigliani, Matisse, Picasso, Miro, Klee, Magritte, Gauguin, Van Dongen, and Soulages. There is still more: Pop Art, 5000 drawings, and less we forget the sculptures in the garden and the Antiquity section' Open daily except Tuesdays, from 11-19, late closing at 22 on Wednesdays. Statutory closing on Jan. 1, May 1, and Dec. 25. Regular en- trance fee is 25 FF, $5.75, reduced fee is 15 FF'$3.50 Coln. Musee de Grenoble, 5, place de Lavalette, 38000 Grenoble. Eurotunnel Prepares for Official Opening The official inauguration of the Chunnel will take place on May 6, 1994, in the presence of President Mit- terand and Queen Elizabeth. The Tunnel will be open for cars shortly after. The Chunnel is ac- tually composed of three tunnels: one for traffic bound for France, one for traffic bound for Great Bri- tain and a smaller service tunnel which connects to the other two every 375m. Passenger trains and Le Shuttle will be the only vehicles driving through the tunnels. The latter be- ing a train which transports cars, trucks, coaches and their passengers efficiently and safely to the other side in just 35 minutes, at a max- imum speed of 140 km h' The entire trip should take about one hour when accounting for loading. Terminals are readily ac- cessible from highways A16 in France and the M20 in England. The system will operate 24 hours per day, 365 days per year bet- ween terminals at Folkstone and Calais. mak- ing reservations un- necessary. Toronto - 3rd. Largest Theatre City Toronto's reputation as a clean and safe, yet exciting city to visit, continues to grow. Now that it has become the third largest theatre centre in the world ( after London and Neva• York) more and more visitors are tripping to Toronto to take in such smash hits as "Phantom of the Opera", "Miss Saigon' ..Crazy For You". "Stow Boat" and others. Many tourists are choos- ing to stay at "bed and breakfasts" as an in- teresting and affordable alternative to hotels and motels. Bed & Breakfast Horses of Toronto has just publish- ed its 1994 brochure describing 16 homes in various downtown and sur- rounding neighbourhoods. all serviced by safe, public transportation. Offering individual rooms or private suites in a range of primo , generally half that of most hotels) , Kids Deserve A Break At Metro Toronto Zoo The Metro Toronto Zoo has a host of great ac- tivities lined up for this year's March Break, stret- ching from March 9 to inclusive. As an added bonus, children 11 and under, accompanied by an adult paying regular ad- mission, will be admitted free. Kids can chat with the cheetah keeper, watch an exciting bird demonstra- tion (featuring a magnifi- cent bald eagle), or marvel as a 500 kg polar bear dives into her pool for fish treats. For a real adventure, the zoo offers camel ( two humped) rides and pony rides ( weather permitting) . "Spike", the baby tree kangaroo, is inviting the whole gang to come out and see him with his mother in the Australasia pavilion. For a really good look, drop by at 11 a.m. on any day and meet the tree kangaroo keeper too. The zoo is located in Scarborough at Hwy. 401 and Meadow•vale Rd. Just go north on Meadowvale Rd. and follow the signs in- to the zoo. All children under 12 must be accompanied at all times by an adult. Zoo Starch Break hours, up and including March 11, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. From March 12 to 27, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Last admissions are one hour before clos- ing. For more information call 392-5938. Bringing Together The Toronto Intergenera- tional Project is a non- profit organization that focuses on "Bringing Generations Together". The project needs volunteers (1 to 2 hours per week) to assist students in English as a Second Language ) E.S.L.) and a volunteer with a keen in- terest in astronomv to men- tor a youth. Call 461-5285. ................ This space could be yours for just $30.00 per week each home has a unique ambience - from tradi- tional to unconventional decor, historic to modern architecture, some with private, others with shared baths. yet all with a high standard of cleanliness and the comforts of home, with a warm welcome assured. Bed & Breakfast Homes of Toronto is different from other associations in that it is a friendly cooperative of experienced independent hosts. Prospective guests have the advantage of speaking directly with the host of their choice before making a reservation ) unlike most agencies) yet have the reassurance of staying with hosts who are part of an established, reputable organization which is now in its 7th year of operation. Included with lodging is free parking in most cases), delicious homemade breakfasts. no tipping or tax, and a chance to meet other B & B guests from around the world as well as the ..locals". Best of all is the genuine helpfulness of Bed & Breakfast Homes of Toron- to's knowledgeable hosts who suggest what to do and see, how to get there, and generally make sure every Toronto visit is a memorable one. For a free 1994 brochure The cost of crossing varies, depending not on the size of one's car and the number of passengers but on the time of year. Round trip crossings with Le Shut- tle are priced as follows: May -August: $.562 Cdn., $630 for weekends in July and August, September 5 - October $495, or $315 within five days, and during November - December $427 or $270 within five days. There will be four Le Shuttle departures per hour for cars and coaches during peak times, and three during other daytime hours. Minimum nocturnal departures will be one per hour. Each Shuttle train can transport 180 cars, or 10 cars and 12 coaches. Transfer service for coaches and campers will begin in September 1994. The maximum capacity of the EuroTunnel system, combining Le Shuttle and train traffic, is thirty cross- ings in each direction per hour - that's one train every two minutes' The high speed passenger rail service call- ed the "EuroStar" will speed through the tunnel at 160 km h, providing non- stop connections between London and Paris of just 3 hours' The Eurostar is scheduled to open this surn- mer. Region Transmanche: Joining England & France The EuroTunnel is not the only link established between the two countries, the neighbouring regions of Kent in England and France's fiord - Pas de Calais have joined forces to call themselves the ..Region Transmanche". On the French side, the region boasts many in- teresting sites including limy, the city of Lille- birthplace illebirthplace of Charles de Gaulle, the numerous for- tified towns of Vauban, spectacular coasts and seaside town and of course 'he 1.x•al za.:tronom% AOUAFIT SERVICES s-ww Lessons sad Cres noysi L O War Fitness - Waw C, , , . AM son u+anb to o , , yeas ScarboreroKTwomw %orm rem. Nonni" n.gron 14o0 -"l -34M 1.905-668.1063 This Space Could Be Yours For 515 PER WEEK This Space Could Be Yours For S 1 5 PER WEEK Page 12 THE NEWS POST Wed. March 9, 1994 Here & There /n Pickering by Diane Matheson OSHAWA & DISTRICT COIN CLUB The Coin Club meets once a month during most of the year except July and August, and normally meets on the se- cond Sunday of the month, unless it's a holiday. The next meeting is planned for Feb. 13th at the Arts Resource Cen- tre, behind the Oshawa City Hall. The Annual "Coin -A - Rama" show is scheduled for May 18, 1994 at the Pickering Thw•n Centre. Anyone interested in learning more about the Coin Club should contact Earl MacLean at (905) 718-1352. MARCH BREAK PROGRAMS The Town of Pickering Rec. Dept. has art and sport camps organized for the week of Mon. Alar. 14 to Fri. Mar. 18. Full day camp program from 7 a.m. to 6:15 p.m. is available. The Arts Camp is an action packed week and will provide campers the opportunity to develop new skills and express themselves through a variety of activities: drama. art, cooking. creative games, crafts and special theme days. A daih• swim is available for campers at the Rec. Complex. All safety requirements will be met and qualified lifeguards will be on duty. The Arts camp will be held at the Rec Com- plex on Vallev Farm Road South. The Sports Camp is for the active camper and includes a week full of sports and games. Join in the fun as campers learn indoor soccer• floor hockey. basketball, indoor games and many more team events. Special events and theme days will be plarured throughout the week. A daily swim will be provided by qualified lifeguards at the Pickering Rec. Complex on Valley Farm Road South. Cost for either camp is 386 for the week, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with transportation included. If you wish to drop your child off at the Rec. Complex at 7 a.m. and pick him her up at 6:15 p.m.. the cost will be $97 for the week. Call 683-27'50 or 42x4621 for more information. Food Bank Week At Purple Woods C.A. The Central Lake On- tario Conservation Authori- ty will be accepting dona- tions of non-perishable food items at Purple Woods Con- servation Area. All dona- tions will go to the Year Round Crisis Food Bank in Oshawa and will be col- lected in the Display Room located beside the Purple Woods in C.A. parking lot. Authority staff will lead free tours of the sugar bush, illustrating native, pioneer and modern methods of producing maple syrup. Tours will start from the conservation area parking lot at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2:30 p. m. '.Har. 14 to 18. Weekend tour times for Mar. 12, 13: 19, 20 are 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 2:30 p.m. Community groups wishing to visit the demonstration are asked to make a reser- vation with the Authority. office. During the above dates Purple Woods Conserva- tion Area will be open to the public from 9 a -m. to 3:30 p.m. Maple syrup• maple sugar, and maple butter will be available for sale, as will cooking syrup and recipe books at the sugar shack. Refreshments are also available. Bring the kids to enjoy the sweet smells that are only around during maple syrup season and lend a helping hand by making a donation to the Food Bank. Purple Woods Conserva- tion Area is located north of Oshawa at the southeast corner of Simcoe St. and Cotes Rd. ( loth Conces- sion)- Admission, parking and tours are free. r ... ..... Lester ..........B......Pearson .................... CI ............ News ......... Transportation Improvement Scarborough Champs On Feb. 25th the Lester B. Pearson Bantam Bengals won the Tier 22 Scarborough Champion- ships with an exciting 62-55 victory over Agincourt C.I. Kamar Vickerman and Qerlos Joseph led the scor- ing parade with 23 and 22 points respectively. The Bantams finish with an overall win -loss record of 18 and 25 and were in- volved in a practice or game a total of 60 times. Outstanding commit- ment to personal skill im- provement, teamwork, hard work and trying to be as "good as possible" allowed the Pearson Ban- tams to prevail. Our congratulations go to all of the following team members for representing Pearson C.I. so well: team captain Wally Damian, Kamar Vickerman, Qerlos Joseph, Dwayne O'Brian. Dorvin Jordan, Rodney Khoo. Jeffrey Lyons, Tyan Tatham, '.Harlon Michell and Kareem Carmichael. Pearson Facts Did you know that Pear- son students represent 37 different religions. 82 coun- tries of origin and 42 first languages ( including English) "guess Questions: 1. From which two coun- tries do you think that the parents of most Pearson students corse? ( India and Canada) Z Which two religions do most Pearson students follow? ( Hindu and Chris- tian) 3. In which two countries were most Pearson students born? (Canada and Sri Lanka) 4. What are the top two Languages spoken by Pear- son students at home? ( English and Tamil) Book Review "Et Cetera. Et Cetera. Notes of a Word -Watcher" by Lewis Thomas. Little, Brown, 1993, 197 pgs.. $72.96. Jeffrey Williamson: ..Lewis Thomas is a gifted writer with wit, imagina- tion and a bold encouraging vision..." Time Magazine. Scarborough Albert Campbell District library On Thurs. Mar. 17 at 7 p.m. there will be a photo essay competition run by Scarborough Bluffs Camera Club. Taylor Branch On Mon. Mar. 14 at 1:30 p.m. Moonspell and Journeys in Space and Time will explore the theme ..Space Odyssey' Malvern Branch From Mar. 1 to 26 an assortment of miniatures by Ray Faulkner will be on display. It is co-sponsored by the Scarborough Arts Council. Agincourt District Library From Mar. 24 - 30 an ex- hibition of paintings by Hari Ketenjian will be on display. It is co-sponsored by the Scarborough Arts Council. Cedarbrae District Library On Wed. Mar. 16th at 2 p.m. there will be a musical extravaganza. Children are invited to hear a flute, bassoon, piccolo and glockenspiel played with stories interwoven. Christine Knight, a former Lampoon Puppet Theatre player, is featured in the program. Free admission tickets are available at the Children's Desk at 1:30 Why is pupil both a stu- dent and part of the eye? (There are human reasons). Why are children best of all at language? (They are). How did root words for "together" con- nect with words meaning "good"? ( And why?) . What is the most common- ly used and shocking taboo word in the English language? (And where does it come from?). Lewis Thomas, in writing that is fascinating, lucid, and thought-provoking, takes up the origin of words, the development of language, and the light that words - simple but impor- tant words - shed on the history of mankind. In his brilliant yet easy way of writing. Dr. Thomas tells how language preserves us. binds us, and makes us a social species. He takes us back to Indo-European, a language presumed spoken thousands of years ago, that is parent to almost all the languages now spoken in the Western world. And he takes its for- ward through the different and entertaining routes that make words like 'dignity' and 'daintv', originally of the same root. become so removed from one another today. And hon 'evil' had to be con; riv- ed as a word, and why 'trivial'. with all the mean- ings contained Inside it. is one of the weightiest words in the language. With his lively mind and elegant writing - he is a past National Book Award winner - Lewis Thomas br- ing insight and delight to this book. We don't need to worry about language. he explains it. it knows how to look after itself, change itself, expand its power - all on its own. And to the benefit of all who speak and read. "ET Cetera, Et Cetra" is a graceful, accessible, and rewarding book by ..one of the best writers of short essays in English." ( Newsweek) . Recommended by Stefan Sierakowksi, Head of English, Lester B. Pearson C.I. Library News p.m, on a first come, first served basis. Morningside Branch On Wed. Mar. 16 at 2 p.m. the Musical World of Darlene Montgomery will be heard by children of all ages. They will hear guitar, pan pipes, the Japanese shakuhachi and are invited to sing along for fun. Free admission tickets are available at the circulation desk from 1: 30 p. m. on a first come, first served basis. Newsletter Pancake Day Do you have those March break blues? Then grab the kids on Wed. Mar. 16 and venture out to Purple Woods Conservation Area for a hot dish of pancakes with melted butter and covered in fresh, sweet maple syrup. All proceeds go towards the publication of the CLOCA newsletter. Pan- cakes will be served from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost for pancakes is t3; adult and Program On Steeles Ave. Derek Lee, MP (Scarborough -Rouge River) and Jim Karygianis, MP (Scar- borough Agincourt), on behalf of Transport Minister Douglas Young, have announced a joint federal -provincial invest- ment to construct an over- pass to carry Steeles Ave. over the CNR tracks in Scarborough. "Increased residential development in the area has expanded the traffic volume for all modes of transportation along Steeles Ave. in the vicinity of the railway crossing," MP Lee said. "The new overpass will cut delays during peak periods... M.P. Karygiannis said, "The completed structure will result in significant public benefit when the busy RT -grade crossing is eliminated. It will also in- crease safety for the large number of vehicles, bicyclists and pedestrians in the area." The project is the result of a joint initiative of the federal and provincial governments. The pro- gram agreed to in the fall of 1993, is targeted at put- ting Ontario people back to work through investments in the transportation system. This project is in addition to the recently announced federal infrastructure pro- gram, which will create even more jobs in the Scar- borough area. The $22 million total cost of the project, municipal and railway contributions will be shared equally by the federal and provincial governments. All projects are subject to the federal and provincial en- vironmental assessment and review processes. Work is under way and is expected to be completed in August 1996. I A New Pilot Graduates Over the summer, Sergeant Kevin McLeod, I& of ilo Black Hawk Squadron ( Agincourt) Royal Canadian Air Cadets earned his glider pilot wings after a 6 week training program this summer at the Central Region Gliding School at Mountainview, a small Canadian Forces facility near Trenton, Ontario. Selected from amongst the more than 5,000 air cadets in Ontario, only 74 cadets attend this program annually. The selection process for this scholarship includes a written ex- amination held in January and a formal interview with at least two directors of the Air Cadet League of Canada and pilots from the air cadet regional gliding centres. Each of the 103 air cadet squadrons can nominate up to 6 candidates for the 78 positions. The competition is tough. The air cadet gliding program started 26 years ago with 1 aircraft. Now there is 17 gliders and 8 tow planes and most of the instructors are former air cadets who have stayed with the program as adults. During the cadet training year from September to June, gliding continues at regional cen- tres where all air cadets have an opportunity to fly at least twice a year. Air cadet gliding is where many of Canada'a commercial and military pilots first experienced the thrill of sitting behind the controls of an airplane. $2, child. If you have a large group that would like to come out call the Authority office so ar- rangments may be made. Authority staff will lead free sugar bush tours through Purple Woods C. A. These tours will leave the Display Room, located beside the parking lot, at to a.m., ll a.m., l p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Special ar- rangements may be made for person with a physical disability. Maple products, in- cluding syrup, butter and sugar, will be available for sale. Also available this year is cooking syrup and recipe books, while sup- plies last. Purple Woods C.A. is located north of Oshawa at the southeast corner of Simene St. and the 10th Workshop For Caregivers Are you caring for an ag- ing parent, relative or friend? Family Service Association of Metro Toronto is offering educa- tional workshops for caregivers. Sessions ad- dress: What Is "Normal" Aging? How Do You Han- dle Family Conflicts? What Help Is Available In The Community? To register for March programs, call Lynne Gallagher at Family Ser- vices 922-3126. Concession Road. Admis- sion, parking and guided tours are free. For further information call (905) 579-0411.