FOCUS - SEPTEMBER 2017 9 The G-Moms of Port Perry are proud to host Birder Murders on Saturday September 9 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Please join us for an enjoyable afternoon of literature, birding, and adventures in nature, rain or shine. Come celebrate our splendid countryside at a local property on Reach Road in Uxbridge, which has trails through a forest known for its variety of trees. Enjoy a walk through beautiful gardens and explore nature with a scavenger hunt. Best of all, listen to the author of the Birder Murder books share his love of birds, nature, travel, and murder mysteries. Steve Burrows, the author of the Birder Murder Series, has had a lifelong interest in bird watching and a success- ful career as an award winning environmental journalist. The acclaimed novels are enriched by both his world travels and his passion for nature and birds. In this latest book in the series, the Canadian Inspector Jejeune travels to the rainforest to solve a family mystery and to indulge in his passion for bird watching. Meanwhile, at home, his sergeant works diligently to solve a murder on the coast of Norfolk England. As well, there will be a screening of the acclaimed mov- ie A Murder of Crows by film producer Susan Fleming. It has been seen in over 140 countries worldwide and had its wonderful premiere on CBC’s The Nature of Things. This film gives us insight into the surprising and fascinating world of crows. The Birder Murder books will be available for sale and signing, along with a magnificent hand-crafted quilt with a bird motif, and other bird-related items. Free refresh- ments will be served. The tickets cost $20 each and are available at Presents, Presents, Presents in Uxbridge or by calling Judy at 905-471-4651. Note, this event is suitable for children ages 8 and older. All proceeds will go to the Stephan Lewis Foundation for the Grandmothers to Grandmothers project, which funds grass-root projects in Africa. G-MOMS PORT PERRY of Supporting the Stephen Lewis Foundation Oil Changes $29.95* + HST *most vehicles Up to 5 litres - warranty approved 1/2 Price Alignment with purchase of 4 new tires REPAIRS AND SERVICE 1511 Reach St., Port Perry • 905-985-1999 www.portperryautomotive.com info@portperryautomotive.com Hours: Monday-Friday 8 am - 6 pm, Saturday 8 am - 2 pm 905-743-0744 www.defendme.ca David Hodson has the passion, aggression and expertise to defend you in criminal court, including firearms, drug, and sex offences. DAVID HODSON, CD Criminal Defence Lawyer