12 - North Shore News — Weanesday, October 11, 2000

Ooh, ya sexy things. “Stage Door” actors Patti Hemers (trom left), Kim Dhesi and
Alda-Marie Wanotch also performed recently at the Fringe Festival.

Andrea Robinson, community ;esources development

coordinator, and inspirational speaker Johnny Lake both

believe in success and that if you want.to, you can do
“anything. oe cee ogee ;

.Development assistant Sabia Davie (left) and director of
client services Carla Thiesen (right) chatted with the
News’ own Lorraine Wareham (centre).

-BRIGHT LIGHTS————-——>>>

David Brewer (front) and
Brian Wolfe both partici-
pate in the many programs
offered by the association.

NEWS photos Catherine Barr

Jeff Curr and Josie Miachika are always helping out at
special association events.

“They're spontaneous and wonderful,” said Roddy
MacDonald (left) and lan Smith as they spoke about the
special group of actors that make up the “Stage Door"
performing group. ; . ;

Sie CHAIRS

THR North Shore Awodauon tor the Mentalh Handicapped
held its annual general meeting and ascards celebration an Sept.
27 atthe North Shore Conterence Centre. fo addivon to the
meeting, there were awards, a presentation and entertainment
asthe comedy acung troupe “Stage Door” provided lots of
laughs. Kevnote speaker Jotiane Lake inspired the crowd: and
guest speaker Sharon Manson Singer, Depaty Minister for
Children and Families, also shared ber thoughts with the audi-

enee.

Staft member Ludo Van Pelt (left) and program partici--
pant Nancy Wilson say they love helping people. Nancy .
also received an awarc at the gathering for 20 years of
Participation.

New president. Tom Carlile and director. of community __
resource development Barbara Rodger were pleased ~
with the turn out. “It helps put the spotlight on our clients:
who are people with special needs,". said Tom. . - oes

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