CHURCHILL NEWS
by Linda Gerow

Farewells can be hard at the best of times, so saying good-bye to The Scope's News Editor, Michelle Minnoch, was bittersweet for me. While I wish her well in her new position, I will miss her very much at The Scope. Michelle has always been a supportive and true friend for the columnists; many times I've turned to her for advice since she first arrived on the scene. Good luck in your new endeavours, Michelle.

Library News: Churchill Branch: Branch Manager: Debra Mann. Phone number: 705-456-2671. Fall Registration started Sept. 4th. Programs will run for 6 weeks. Beginning in January, proof of child's age will be required for all regular and special programs.

Family Storytime: This program is for all ages and designed for the whole family - games, rhymes, fingerplays, stories and crafts. Thursdays from 6:15 to 6:45 pm, starting September 13th.

F3 (Food, Friends, and Fun): Ages 7 and up; Snacks, stories, games and activities. Tuesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 pm, started Sept. 11th. Call Debra for more information.

SUMMER MOVIES @ the Churchill Branch: All tickets are $2/refreshments are $1:

Surf's Up (G) A behindthe scenes look at the annual Penguin World Surfing Championship, and its newest participant, up-andcomer Cody Maverick: Saturday, 1 p.m.

2007 Seepe Writing Contest: Children and youth in grades 6-12 entered Innisfil Public Library's annual story writing contest. Prizes will be awarded by age group, and the best overall story will win the "Seepe". All winning stories will be published. Winners will be contacted. The award ceremony will take place during Ontario Public Library week (Oct.15-21), the date to be announced.

Paws to Read: These gentle, loveable dogs just love it when children read them books! Sign up today for the chance to read them a story! Perfect for beginning readers, struggling readers, shy readers or any child that loves to read to dogs! Churchill Branch: Tuesday, Oct. 30th: 6-7 p.m.

Junior and Senior Youth Groups: The Parish of St. Peter's and St. John's (St. PJ's) youth group's next meeting is September 27th at St. Peter's beginning at 6:30 p.m. This is for youth aged 9-12 years. Call Pam at 705-735-3484 for information. The Senior youth group will also be returning. Please call Pam for details.

Churchill Community playgroup meets Tuesday mornings at 9:30 at the Churchill United Churchill on Hwy. 11. Toys, crafts, song, books and snacks are available along with coffee and friendship. Call Kim for information at 705-456- 1859.

The Gilford and District Horticultural Society: Meetings are every second Monday in the Churchill Community Centre at 7:30 p.m. from March to November. Everyone is welcome to attend and new members are always welcome. For information, call Kathy at 905-853-8785.

Euchre: Join Reg at St. Peter's Parish Hall for his weekly euchre game every Wednesday. Start time is 1 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend. Come on out and join in the fun and fellowship. Call Reg at 705- 456-6801 for all information. All proceeds go to the St. Peter's building fund.

Christmas Bazaar: It's never too early to mark your calendars for the upcoming St. Peter's annual Christmas Bazaar and Tea on Nov. 3rd from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the Stroud Arena Banquet Hall. There will be something for everyone, including a tea and luncheon area; baking and preserves; home made goods; raffles; silent auction and unique hand crafts. Tables are available for rent at $25 per space. Carolyn tells me these are going fast, so be sure and call her soon to ensure your spot. Elevator access is available. For more information call either the Parish office at 705-458- 1801 or Carolyn at 705-458- 0748. All proceeds go to the St. Peter's Anglican Church general fund.

Smile: According to hospital regulations, patients are required to be escorted out in a wheelchair when being discharged. A student nurse was having some trouble with an elderly gentleman who insisted that he did not need a wheelchair. After some discussion about rules being rules, he reluctantly agreed. As she was wheeling him out, the student nurse asked the man if his wife was going to pick him up."I don't know," he replied. "She's still upstairs in the bathroom changing out of her hospital gown."

If you have any news/- items for this column, contact me at 705-436-9769 or email me at lagerow@rogers.com