Craft sale, storytimes and other Churchill news
CHURCHILL NEWS
by Linda Gerow

You just meet the nicest people at Christmas craft sales. This past weekend, my husband and I went to the Innisfil Beach Gardens to see what surprises were inside. There were vendors of all types and treasures of every description. Running into old friends is always a plus, to be able to have a visit and catch up on all the news. I particularly enjoyed seeing the residents of the Gardens and learn of their participation in making the Christmas sale such a success. They make the best Gingerbread men and sell their baking for such reasonable prices. It was a wonderful festive place to spend time in. Thanks to one and all for a memorable visit.

Library news: Churchill Branch Manager: Debra Mann, phone number is 456- 2671. Fall programs will run from the week of Oct. 30 to Dec. 4. The following programs are offered at the Churchill Branch:

F3 - Food, friends, and fun - come learn how to make tasty snacks and join in with games and activities in this new club! Ages seven and up, Tuesdays 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Family storytime - stories, games, and crafts for children of all ages accompanied by their parents or caregivers. All ages, Thursdays 2 to 2:45 p.m.

Upcoming movies: Tickets $2, snack and drink $1. Simpsons Movie: Saturday December 1 at 1 p.m.

Churchill United Church news: Visit the website at www.churchillgilfordunited churchs.org. Check it out!

Churchill community play group meets Tuesday mornings at 9:30 a.m. at the Churchill United Church on Highway 11. Toys, crafts, songs, books and snacks are available along with coffee and friendship. Please call Kim for information at 456- 1859.

The Parish of Churchill and Cookstown junior youth group's next meeting is Nov. 22 at St. Peter's, beginning at 6:30 p.m. This is for youth aged nine to 12 years. Call Pam at 735-3484 for information. The youth group now has a new name, COOL (Christians Obey Our Lord). Senior youth group: Please contact Pam for information about the teen youth group held Sundays at St. John's in Cookstown.

On Sunday December 2 at 7 p.m. at the Gilford United Church, the Churchill/Gilford United Church youth will be hosting an evening of fun called Building for Youth! They will be performing skits written by Rev. Glen Eagle and providing their own freshly baked refreshments after the show. All are invited to attend the evening for a freewill donation at the door. For information, please call Wendy at 456-4692 or email zanywlp@yahoo.ca.

A free Turkey and Ham dinner is being offered for the first time at St. Peter's Anglican Church, Yonge Street, Churchill, on Friday December 7 from 5 to p.m. This is St. Peter's way of giving back to its community. Space will be limited to the first 150 people, so it's first come, first serve. If you wish you may bring either a cash donation or non-perishable items to support our annual Christmas for Kids program. To reserve tickets, please call Joyce at 431-9231.

Christmas Sampler Sale is a fundraiser for the Churchill Moms and Tots Playgroup. Enjoy Christmas baked goods from our favourite family recipes! The ladies will be serving coffee and selling treats for $10 per box on Saturday December 8 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. or until we run out. Come and pick up an assorted box of treats to take home or pre-order to make sure you don't miss out! Please call Barb at 456-8196 or Kim at 456-1859 before Dec. 5 to place an order.

The Churchill Curling Club is holding its open house on Monday November 12 to Dec. 10 at 7:30 p.m. This is for adults only. Call 456-2100.

Lefroy United Church news and coming events: There's another new website and this time it's for the Lefroy United Church at http://www.lefroyunited.ca/. Check it out. Three upcoming events are below:

Christmas bazaar: Saturday December 1. You'll be able to complete your Christmas shopping and then enjoy a homemade lunch of soup and sandwich. Don't forget to go into the sanctuary for a little trip back into Innisfil's history as you see local antique quilts on display. This year we have added a display of hand crafted or novelty tea towels. For crafters, there are still a few tables to rent to sell your wares. Call Diana at 456-0255 or the church at 456-2098

Smile: A little smile from my friend Marie White, with thanks. A Sunday school teacher asked, "Johnny, so you think Noah did a lot of fishing when he was on the Ark?" "No," replied Johnny. "How could he with only two worms?"

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