LEFROY/BELLE EWART NEWS
by Linda Gerow

Trivia: Sixty years ago this week, the world's first bikini made its debut at a poolside fashion show in Paris. The swimsuit is now so ubiquitous, it's hard to comprehend how shocking people once found it. When the bikini first arrived, its revealing cut scandalized even the French fashion models who were supposed to wear it; they refused, and the original designer had to enlist an exotic dancer instead. The bikini slowly gained acceptance- first on the Riviera, then in the United States- and became a beachfront staple. A Neiman Marcus buyer classified the bikini as "a big thing" for 1960. Brian Hyland also had a hit that year with the song "Itsy Bitsy, Teenie Weenie, Yellow Polka Dot Bikini," which takes on new meaning when you realize the swimsuit was still catching on at the time. No wonder the song's protagonist was "afraid to come out of the water." Just a little 'summer' trivia.

Grange Cafe: July 28th: The Grange Café is back!! It's bigger and better than ever. This year there will be summertime, non-alcoholic drinks, background music as well as the usual coffee, tea, espresso and cappuccino. Talented Chef, Patti, has created new munchies and great new desserts. People of all ages are welcome to come and enjoy what we are offering. The Grange is right next door to the Lefroy United Church. You may call 705-436-7171 or 705-623- 5837 for information or email at simcoeliving @rogers.com

Innisfil Pipes and Drums: Practice takes place at the Belle Ewart Legion Branch 547 every Monday at 7 p.m. New members are always welcome. Contact Ken at 705-456- 3717 for information. Over the years, many people have been taught how to play...why not come out and see what it's all about. Visit their website atwww.innisfilpipesanddrums.ca

Newfoundland Dinner/ Dance: Mark your calendars for October 20th, when there will be a Newfie Dinner/Dance at the Lefroy Arena. Emmie has been working hard on the preparations and has told me that all tickets will be $15. Doors will open at 7 p.m. and dinner will follow at 7:30 p.m. There is to be family entertainment, lots of fun for all ages and prizes to win. Keep watching this column for further updates as they become available.

From all reports, the Herbal Open House at Lakeview Gardens was a huge success. I regret that I couldn't attend because of work but I'm hoping that next year I can have the chance to check out all those wonderful herbs and tour the gorgeous gardens. I did have the opportunity to tour the gardens a few years ago and they were absolutely wonderful. As Gaynor told me on the phone, they are constantly changing every year. My hat is off to the talented gardeners.

..Quote: I used to eat a lot of natural foods until I learned that most people die of natural causes. ~Author Unknown