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Why Parties No Longer Fun On January 20, the people of the United States will cele brate the inauguration of the new President, Bill Clinton. Having planned a few parties in my time, I can ap preciate the effort that some poor soul is undoubtedly ma king in the preparation of the Inaugural Ball scheduled for later that evening. I can only visualize what it must be like to host a party of such magnitude. I'm certain that the President will ask his staff to be especially aware of his guests' particular needs or wants. When I hosted my last get together, on a scale not nearly as grand, I found myself overwhelmed when trying to cater to my friends' assorted eccentricities and varied eat ing/drinking habits. It’s easy enough to serve non-alcoholic beverages to friends who don’t "know when to say when," but I just couldn't figure out what to do about another acquain tance who is an anorexic. Should I tiy to stay by her side and encourage her to eat, I wondered. What's a concern ed hostess to do? Then, it seems, there's al ways one guest who has de cided that salt is the ultimate killer and asks me through out each course to list all the ingredients in the foods I’ve prepared. And I hope Mr. Clinton's chef will be sure to prepare a variety of vegetar ian entrees, as it has become "en vogue" to refuse to eat WV.O SHELLEY GOFORTH meat. Unfortunately, when I tried to allow for this at my last party, one of my guests turned out to be allergic to shrimp and had to make do with some raw veggies and dip while his fellow partygoers enjoyed the seafood. It's also been my experi ence that the end of the even ing is no less controversial than when the party began, when a light dessert and cof fee are served. I'm sure you guessed it! When you offer caffeine and sugar, you may be greeted with expressions of horror! (And, please think twice before you offer an arti fical sweetener that's been linked to cancer.) In between worrying about everyone's food-related pho bias, there's also the question of whether to allow smoking or to send the smokers out side. I get caught between the proverbial rock and a hard place on this one. As a sensitive individual, I try to respect the desire of the non-smoker for clean air. As a smoker, 1 catch myself oc casionally wondering what all the hoopla is about and exactly how dangerous it is, really, for someone to be in the same room with me for an hour or two. Nevertheless, my more considerate side gene rally wins out, and we smo kers take our cigarettes out side for the evening. So, Mr. President, let me extend my congratulations on your victory and to your staff let me say a heartfelt "good luck!" After my last party, all I kept thinking about were the good old days, when all you needed to give a really great party was a keg of beer in the kitchen, a bushel of oysters on ice and Eric Clapton on the stereo. Who knew? Bridal Affair Is Planned ELIZABETH CITY - The second annual "A Bridal Af fair" will be Sunday, January 31, at the feCSU Kermit E. White Center from 1 to 5 p.m. A fashion show featuring the latest in bridal attire will be gin at 3 p.m. "Weddings require a lot of organization and planning," said Mary Jane Sawyer, "A Bridal Affair" coordinator. '"A Bridal Affair' gives the bride and groom-to-be the op portunity to visit with those providing wedding services in a casual setting." "A Bridal Affair" will also feature booth displays from area businesses providing wedding services. Booths will open at 1 p.m. Booths are available for a rental fee of $70. Admission to the event is $3 and tickets are available in advance from Elizabeth City BPW members or at the door. "Last year we had over 200 people visit the booths and fashion show, and we antici pate an even greater turn-out this year," said Sawyer. "Many of last year's ex hibitors will be participating as well as a wide variety of first time participants." Anyone interested in re serving a booth may contact Mary Jane Sawyer at (919) 335-4217. New 'Friends' Sought By PETE ROGERS The Chowan Hospital Au xiliary, recently renamed "Friends of Chowan Hospi tal," offers a new opportunity for service. How well the Friends of Chowan Hospital will respond, however, de pends upon its ability to broaden the base of commu nity participation. Friends of Chowan Hospi tal are men and women vol unteers, with a commitment to the goals of their hospital, and a common concern for the health of their communities. Throughout the years the Chowan Hospital Auxiliary, established in 1948, has been a source of financial assistance and volunteer manpower. In response to the hospitals' technological and societal needs, expanded membership is necessary to support the physicians and hospital staff in promoting the health and welfare of the communities that Chowan Hospital ser vices. Friends of Chowan Hospi tal look forward to the concept of "hospital service," which expands service to outlying communities, and to serve patients at Chowan Hospital. Funds raised by the Friends of Chowan Hospital are essential to the hospital's capital needs and to support hospital and community health programs. With an annual member ship of $5 and as little as 24 hours of annual active ser vice, you can become a mem ber of Friends of Chowan Hos pital. We need your individual and collective talent. Make the commitment now. We look forward to hearing from you. ! "FRIENDS OF CHOWAN HOSPITAL" | Offers A New Opportunity For Service I Support Chowan Hospital By Joining Today! | Name __ Address _ City_ State Zip u Send form to: Carol Baker, President Friends of Chowan Hospital P.O.Box 1047 Edenton,NC 27932 Annual Membership: $5 & As Little As 24 Hours Of Annual Active Service .J ■ 1993 SAVINGS PANTS Plus Tax | Dry Cleaned and Pressed I j With Coupon Expires Jan. 31,1993 I Wl’LUAMSTON CLEANERS /Q1QV 4QO.OC1 n Chowan Crossing Shopping Centei Edenton, North Carolina 27932 Special !Deliveries TIMOTHY MICHAEL HARRELL Michael R. and Tina E. Harrell of Tyner announce the birth of their son, Timothy Michael, on December 15 at 6:02 a.m. in Chowan Hospi tal. The little boy weighed 6 lbs., 12 ozs. Maternal grandparents are Marie Evans and the late Elton Evans of Edenton. Paternal grandparents are Larry and Aundra Harrell of Edenton. STEVEN COREY PIERCE, JR. Christine Spruill and Corey Pierce of Tyner an nounce the birth of their son, Steven Corey Pierce, Jr. on November 24 at 2:45 p.m. in Chowan Hospital. The little boy weighed 10 lbs., 3 ozs. CHRISTINA BRITT THROWER Mr. and Mrs. Terry Britt Thrower announce the birth of their daughter, Christina Britt Thrower, in Raleigh. The little girl weighed 6 lbs., 3 ozs. Maternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Chermack of Raleigh. Paternal grandparents are Marion DesJardins of Eden ton and Joe Thrower of Wil liamston. Auxiliary Will Gather Tonight By CHERIE MARTIN American Legion Auxil iary Unit 40 of Edenton will hold its regular monthly meeting on Thursday, Jan uary 7 (tonight), beginning at 8 p.m. There will be a meeting of the executive board at 7 p.m. and the Junior Auxiliary will also meet tonight at 7 p.m. All Auxiliary members are encouraged to attend, as Unit 40 is only as good as the participation of its members allows it to be. Knitting Skills Are Focus Of COA Class Instruction College of the Albemarle Division of Continuing Edu cation will offer a knitting class at the Chowan County Center starting January 7 (today). The class will be taught by Dale Long, an employee of Yearning for Yarn, on Thursday mornings from 10 a.m. until noon. Registration will take place during the first two weeks of class; registration fee is $30 plus the cost of sup plies. North Carolina resi dents age 65 or older may en roll for free. The COA Chowan County Center is located in the Eden ton Village Shopping Center. ‘Than/^you Edenton, Chowan County. Tour gifts and hard worffmade Opera tion Santa Chaus 1992 a huge success. Carol 9d. Gravers Volunteer Coordinator Betsv Hunt (482*8788) and April Lane (482-4969) 112 W. Water St EDENTON, NC 482-5252 REAL ESTATE °f EDENTON RAY rj During the Christinas holidays, Chowan Hospital continued its holiday spirit hy outfitting all newborns with a Christinas stocking as they departed the nursery for home. Van Nixon of Tyner holds her newborn daughter, Vanessa Lynore, bora on December 19. NSDAR To Meet Here The National Society Dau ghters of the American Re volution, Edenton, will hold its next meeting January 13 at Collier's Restaurant. d The program topic will be* "Century of Service," a film on the history of the DAR. All members are encour aged to be present. 71 HAPPY NEW YEAR! JOHN Jack, Debra, Paula, Susan, Andrea Pembrook Business Services, Inc. Income Tax Preparation New Year’s Resolution List # 1 Get income tax returns -L completed. CALL 482-8521. Let us be first on your list to start the New Year right. Call for an appointment. 482-8521. 309 S. Broad St. (2nd Floor)Edenton r T1 iimiii nmr ONE FLAWLESS REASON TO LEARN ABOUT SKIN CARE FROM MARY KAY. YOUR COMPLEXION. > Mary Kay has a personalized, proven-effective program specially designed to meet your skin's individual needs. All basic skin care products are non-comedogenic and clinically tested for skin irritancy and allergy. Most are safe for sensitive skin. Call today for a free consultation and a complimentary facial. ^LMARy KAy Independent Beauty Consultant LISA EVANS 482-7029 EYESIGHT DR. A.F. DOWNUM, JR. - OPTOMETRIST - PROTECT YOUR YOUNGSTER'S EYES = i> Kids play hard and give lit tle or no thought to danger. That's probably why there are more than 170,000 serious eye injuries each year — most of which could be prevented. Here's how: Sturdy goggles are a must for games, like racquetball, that call for a small hard ball hit at high speed. The game's poor safety record has improved since goggles became required to play. Look for frame and lenses of tough polycarbonate, perhaps with a padded bridge for comfort and a headband to keeoi . gear. Another option is to wear a face guard or larger goggles that fit over regular contact lenses or glasses. Remind youngsters that this is what professional athletes wear. Protect against sun damage, too. Children playing outside are at risk for damage from the sun's ultraviolet rays. Be sure they have quality sunglasses and/or a hat with a protective brim. Brought to you as a community service by: Dr. A.F. Downum 103 W. Eden Street Edenton, N.C. 4S2-321S • •• '■ •• v*3^ v- ‘ V II
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