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Independent & Free Press (Georgetown, ON), 23 May 2007, p. 27

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Independent & Free Press, Wednesday, May 23, 2007 27 HELP WANTED HELP WANTED Thursday, May 24 Need affordable housing?: Habitat for Humanity Halton is building homes in Georgetown. Attend an info session 7 p.m. at Grace Anglican Church, Main St., Milton. To register: 1-866-314-4344. Limehouse euchre: Limehouse Women's Institute hosts euchre, 7:30 p.m. at the Limehouse Memorial Hall. Admission $3. Lunch provided. Healthiest Babies Possible: Halton Region Health Department Healthiest Babies Possible prenatal program is accepting registration for its sixweek program, 7-9 p.m. at Ontario Early Years Centre- Georgetown, 96 Guelph St. To register: 1866-442-5866. Community Calendar Hornby Co-operative Nursery School on Steeles Ave. at 7:30 p.m. Perennial Plant sale: EWAG hosts its annual event- sale of perennials form local gardeners, 911 a.m., at McEnery's Insurance, Main St. Erin and 310 Main St., S. in Rockwood. To make a plant donation call Gillian, 519-833-9696 or Gillian.ewag@aztec-net.com. Proceeds to support children, seniors and needy families. Norval United chicke barbecue: 4-8 p.m. held at the Huttonville Public School, 2322 Embleton Rd. between Heritage Rd. and Mississauga Rd. Dinner includes: Maple Lodge Farms half barbecue chicken with our famous Norval United Church potato salad or baked potato, garden salad, roll, home made pie, tea and coffee. Ice cream and pop available also. Take-out dinners available. For tickets call 905-867-2381; www.norvalunited.ca VBS registration: Registration for Norval United Church vacation bible school, Great Bible Reef, kicks off May 26. Are you ready to dive deep into God's Word and take the plunge into a fun, faith-filled week that will have kids flipping their fins about God's love? VBS will run Monday, August 20 to Friday, August 24 at the church, 486 Guelph St. Info: 905-867-2381; www.norvalunited.ca. Nipissing University in partnership with the Ministry of Education will be hosting a "Student ASL Adventure Camp" for deaf and hard-of-hearing teenagers enrolled in board-operated programs or attending Provincial Schools for the Deaf in Ontario from July 15, 2007 - July 27, 2007 utilizing the Ernest C. Drury Campus facilities in Milton, Ontario. If you are looking for an exciting and unique opportunity to work with students in an academic and recreational setting, come and participate at our camp adventure! Bring your skills and experience, creativity, leadership skills and participate in this adventure. We are seeking dedicated individuals for the following positions beginning Friday July 13, 2007 for a minimum of 16 days: Program Manager (1 position) - will oversee all aspects of program delivery and be responsible for the provision of all equipment and program needs. The chosen candidate has previous experience in a managerial/supervisory role as well as proficiency in ASL. Camp Director (1 position) - will oversee the camp operation; deal with administrative issues and track finances. Good planning and organization skills as well as bilingual in ASL and English. Camp Manager (1 position) - will manage the camp residential facilities ensuring the safety and welfare of the campers. The chosen candidate must have proficiency in ASL and demonstrated experience working in a residential setting. Camp Counselors (minimum of 7 positions) - will provide direct supervision of student campers and play a vital role in developing a positive, safe and enriching experience for every camper. You will participate with the student campers in recreational activities. Must be proficient in ASL. ASL Instructors (minimum of 6 positions) - will provide instruction in ASL. You must be a native or near native signer and have experience as an ASL instructor and course coordinator. The chosen candidates must possess previous experience teaching ASL to hearing individuals. Interpreters - ASL/English (minimum of 2 positions) - will provide interpreting services for academic and recreational activities. You must have well developed receptive and expressive sign language skills (ASL and other forms of manual communication) combined with experience with deaf individuals. Nurse (1 position) - will provide emergency health care services. The selected candidate must be a Registered Nurse in Ontario combined with knowledge of general nursing and excellent communication skills in ASL. *Cook (1 position) - will plan and over the preparation of breakfast, lunch and dinner, prepare menus and order supplies. You will have practical cooking experience for a large group; familiarity with kitchen equipment and provide group leadership to kitchen staff. Experience working in a large volume food services environment and knowledge of food handling/preparation techniques and sanitation standards. *Kitchen Helper (2 positions) - will assist in the preparation and service of meals. You will maintain cleanliness of food service area, equipment and utensils. Experience working in a large volume food services environment and knowledge of food handling/preparation techniques and sanitation standards. *Driver (1 position) - will transport staff and students on field trips. Must hold a Class B driver's license. Knowledge of the Highway Traffic Act; knowledge of operating requirements and driving techniques for various type of vehicles and ensures safe operation of vehicles. Proficiency in ASL is an asset. *Camp Cleaner (2 positions) - perform cleaning functions in residential areas. Must have demonstrated experience with cleaning techniques and methods , good knowledge of cleaning materials and knowledge of WHMIS, Occupational Health and Safety Act and certification in First Aid and CPR. The chosen candidates will receive the following honorarium: Positions (Honorarium) · Program Manager ($8,000) · Camp Director ($7,000) · Camp Manager ($4,500) · Camp Counselors ($2,400) · ASL Instructors ($4,000) · Interpreters ASL/English ($5,000) · Nurse ($4,000) · Cook ($3,000) · Kitchen Helper ($2,500) · Driver ($2,500) · Camp Cleaner ($2,500) Please submit your resume indicating the position(s) you are applying for by June 5, 2007 to: Nipissing University c/o Human Resources Unit Provincial Schools Branch 255 Ontario Street South Milton, ON L9T 2M5 The selection committee would like to thank all applicants who apply, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Nipissing University is an equal opportunity employer. Friday, May 25 Texas Hold'Em: The Optimist Club of Georgetown hosts a Texas Hold'Em fundraiser. Registration is at 6:30 p.m., game starts at 7 p.m. sharp at the Optimist Hall, Hwy 7 past 22 Sideroad. Tickets $60. For tickets call John, 905-877-2931 or David, 905-702-0120. Foot care clinic: Acclaim Health is offering a foot care clinic, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Georgetown Seniors Centre, 318 Guelph St. Appointment necessary. Call the centre, 905-877-6444. Friday night euchre: 7:30 p.m. at Georgetown Legion. Admission: $2. Blind draw darts: Branch 120 Georgetown Legion is holding Blind Draw Darts every Friday night at the branch, 127 Mill St. Anyone with darts is welcome to come out starting at 7 p.m. Mixed baseball: Come out for some fun and exercise. Mixed pick-up baseball held in Ballinafad, 7 p.m. until dusk every Friday night. This is non-competitive, no umps, fun only. Info: Bonnie, 905-873-7125 or John, 905-854-0755. Sunday, May 27 Acton Community Brunch: Sponsored by the Kinette Club of Acton, an all-you-can-eat buffet of ham, sausages, pancakes, french toast, eggs, fruit coctail, desserts, and refreshments., 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Acton Arena and Community Centre. Cost $6 and preschoolers free. A fundraiser for local groups. Bruce Trail hike: Depart at 9 a.m. from the parking lot between Zellers and the grey medical services building. Meet by the tall light standard. We will hike in Hockley Valley. A somewhat hilly hike through the pine groves, open fields and mixed woodlands. Bring water and lunch/snacks. Leader: Brian, brianpatterson@cogeco.ca Family Sunday: at St. John's United Church, 11 Guelph St., 10 to 10:45 a.m. Kids of all ages will attend the entire service, which will have lively, fun music, a puppet show and a kid friendly message. Nursery care is available, or keep your babies with you. www.stjohnsuc.ca Georgetown Runners: meet weekly for club runs. Info: www.georgetownrunners.ca. or call Jim Baidacoff, 905-702-1162. Family history research: The Halton-Peel Branch of the Ontario Genealogical Society regular meeting will be held at the Chinguacousy Branch Library (lower level), 150 Central Park Dr., Brampton at 2 p.m. Topic: Genealogical Research in Quebec: Past, Present and Future. Visitors are welcome. Info: Ann Logan, 905-8457755 or Susan Ramsay, 905-846-0408. Saturday, May 26 Book sale: Upper Credit Humane Society holds a book sale in the Georgetown Market Place centre court, May 26, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, May 27, noon to 4 p.m. Donations of hardcover novels and paperbacks can be dropped off at Global Pet Foods or at the Moore Park Plaza Thrift Shop. Proceeds to the UCHS. Garage sale: at Home United Church, corner of Mayfield and Creditview Rds., 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Rain date, June 2. Info: Bill, 905-843-2315. Anniversary tea: Huttonville Ladies Friendship Circle hosts a 20th Anniversary Tea, 2-4 p.m. at Huttonville United Church. Bowling for breast cancer: at the Georgetown Bowling Alley, 8 p.m. to midnight. Everyone is invited for bowling, food, raffles, prizes and a silent auction to raise money for the Weekend to End Breast Cancer. Info: kristid18@hotmail.com. The team: Kristi (Draper) Decastro, Melissa Sheppard, and Tara (Doucett) Nicholls, walking in honour of family members. Spring bazaar/garage sale: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Ospringe Knox Presbyterian Church. Baked goods, crafts, baskets, new and used treasures, Usborne books, and lunch. To book a table for a $10 donation; contact Cindy, 519 853 4523. Yard sale: St. John's Anglican Church in Stewarttown hosts its annual yard sale, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Plants, baking, bargains galore. Charity car wash: at Shoeless Joe's Restaurant, 367 Guelph St., Georgetown, between 11:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Come out to have your car washed in support of the Canadian Diabetes Association. Info: 905-873-9102. Family Storytime: 11 a.m. at the Georgetown branch of the Halton Hills Public Library. No registration required! Acton Trunk Sale: returns on Saturday mornings at the olde Hide House parking lot until the end of September. A garage sale on wheels! Find hidden treasures in another person's `trunk'. Shopping is free, vendors welcome for a small fee of $10 per spot. Info: 519-853-1550. Euchre: is held every Saturday night at the CARRIERS NEEDED ACTON Somerville Rd. Churchill Rd. N. Main St. N. Bower St. Mill St. E. GEORGETOWN Albert St. Bradley Dr. Durham St. Harding St. Sargent Rd. Arletta St. Webber Donaghedy Cr. Mountainview Mary St. Maple Ave. Henry St. Charles St. Monday, May 28 Halton Hills Quilters Guild: meets at Halton Hills Cultural Centre, 7:15 p.m. (Guild library at 7 p.m.) Speaker: Kim Maticiw. New members welcome. Info: Ann Totten, 905-877-6038. Allotment gardening: Georgetown Horticultural Society is holding a second public meeting, 7:30 p.m. at the Georgetown police station to determine local interest in allotment gardening. If you would like a space in which to grow your own vegetables, please attend. Info: Mary, 905-877-5537. If interested, please call CIRCULATION 905-873-0301

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