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26 Acton/Georgetown, Friday, October 17, 2008 Continued from pg. 16 Monday, Oct. 20 Prayer Purls: Interested in knit- ting? Interested in praying for others? Join the Prayer Purls and knit a prayer shawl! All are welcome every other Monday at 7:30 p.m. at Norval United Church, 486 Guelph St. Knitting lessons offered to those who want to learn. Info: the church, 905- 877-6122; www.norvalunited.ca Celebrate Recovery: Have you lost control to addictions or compulsive habits? Many have experi- enced freedom through this internationally recognized, Christ-centred 12-step recovery pro- gram at an open meeting at Georgetown Alliance Church, Mondays, 7 p.m. Info: Doug, 905- 873-0249 or CR@togetheratgac.com or www.celebraterecovery.com Bridge anyone?: Georgetown Bridge Club offers afternoon and evening games for players of all lev- els. Info: Tom, 905-877-7486. TOPS-Acton: meets Mondays at St. Josephs Church, Church St. E. Weigh-in: 6-7 p.m. Meetings follow until 8 p.m. Info: Ena, 519-853-1526. Alcoholics Anonymous: If you live in the Halton /Erin area and would like help to STOP drinking. Meetings held throughout the week. Call Alcoholics Anonymous at 1-866- 715-0005. Al-Anon Family Group meetings: for families and friends of alcoholics on Mondays, 1:30 p.m. (One Day at a Time Group, St. Josephs Catholic Church, 64 Church St., Acton), and Wednesdays, 8 p.m. (Acton Al-Anon Family Group, Trinity United Church, 70 Mill St., Acton). Info: 1- 888-425-2666. Toastmasters: Does the thought of public speaking terrify you? Whether you are speaking to an audience of one or one thousand, Halton Hills Toastmasters can help 7:30-9:30 p.m. at St. Albans Parish hall, 537 Main St. in Glen Williams. Info: Cheryl Bates, 905-873-2578 or www.haltonhill- stm.org. Guests are welcome! MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers): A retreat for moms with children from newborn to five. Parenting top- ics discussed every other Monday, until Dec. 1, 6:30-8 p.m. at the Geo- rgetown Community Church, 271 Mountainview Rd. S. Annual mem- bership is $40. Info: Emily, 905-702- 9952 or www.mops.org. Young Parents Dinner Club: meets Mondays, 4:30-7:30 p.m. at the Ontario Early Years Centre, George- town, 96 Guelph St. The free club supports young parents (up to 24 years of age) with children from 0-6 years of age. Parents choose the menu and prepare the evening meal. The children are cared for by childcare staff and once dinner is ready, every- one eats together. Guest speakers pro- vide information on infant and child development, parenting skills, etc. Info: Jennifer, 905-873-2960. Tuesday, Oct. 21 Kinette Club of Acton: is hosting an information night, 7 p.m. at the Acton Legion. The club is a non-prof- it service organization made up of active community volunteers, who are devoted to serving our communi- tys greatest needs. Come join us. Calling all Gardeners!: Acton H o r t i c u l t u r a l Society presents Paul Zammit, 7:30 p.m. at Knox P r e s b y t e r i a n Church, 44 Main St. in Acton. Paul, a very knowledge- able and energetic speaker, will be presenting on Gardening without Flowers. All gar- deners and aspiring green thumbs are welcome. Info: Ruth 519-853-0009. Euchre: Georgetown Seniors Centre hosts euchre, 7 p.m. at the centre on Guelph St. Admission $2. Calling New Parents: is a free pro- gram for parents and babies (six months and under). Each week, the group with a public health nurse, will discuss parenting and infant care. Groups in Acton or Georgetown, Tuesday afternoons. Info: 1-866-442- 5866 or www.halton.ca. TOPS-Georgetown: Take Off Pounds Sensibly at St. Andrews Church, Tuesdays; weigh-in 6:30 p.m. and get together, 7:30 p.m. Coffee Break: Ladies are invited to Georgetown Christian Reformed Church for its Coffee Break program, Tuesdays, 9:30-11 a.m. Nursery is provided for babies while the older children can enjoy crafts, stories, games and snacks. Info: church office, 905-877-4322. Cabin Fever Busters: Break the monotony of parenting with a free drop-in play group, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Meet new friends at the George- town Community Church, 271 Mountainview Rd. S. Tuesdays until Dec. 2. Info: 905-877-1374. Palette & Pencil Guild: of the Credit Valley Artisans meets Tuesdays 7-9 p.m. at the The Cottage in Cedar- vale Park. Stop by if you are interest- ed. Info: Tammarishka, 905-838-1324 or fighting2succeed@hotmail.com Autism-AD(H)D Learning Disabilities?: Omega 3 has been iden- tified as one of the critical nutritional factors for brain function. Bio- chemist, Rj Millar, who specializes in research of Omega 3 will discuss how we can achieve the ideal balance of Omega 6:Omega 3 and how this enhances health in a free seminar, 7 p.m. at St. Andrews Church, George- town. Info: Rose de Oliveira, R.H.N., 905-877-7327 or rdolive@cogeco.ca Wednesday, Oct. 22 Bruce Trail hike: Level 1 slow- paced loop hike on local trails. Depart at 9:30 a.m. from the Georgetown Market Places east side parking lot between Zellers and the grey medical building. Normally back by noon in time for lunch at a local eatery. Leader: Maureen, 905-873-9757. Sleepytime Stories: Children can wear their pajamas and bring their teddy bears to Sleepytime Stories for grownups and young children 7 p.m. at the Georgetown branch only. Beef Barbecue: 5-7 p.m. at Hillcrest Unit- ed Church, corner of Trafalgar Rd. and Five Sideroad. Tickets: $15 adults, $7 children under 12 and under five free. Tickets: Edith, 905-873-6057. Dads Connect: This evening drop-in program at the Ontario Early Years Centre, Georgetown Satellite, 96 Guelph St., 6-8 p.m. for fathers of children from 0-6 years of age to spend quality playtime with their children and to network with other dads. Info: Jennifer, 905-873-2960. Family Storytime: is a fun drop-in program for grownups and children to enjoy together at the Georgetown Branch, 9:45 a.m. and at the Acton Community Centre, 2 p.m. Awana Kids Club: is offered to children in JK to Grade 6 and is host- ed by Maple Avenue Baptist Church Wednesdays, 6:25-8 p.m. All are invited to fun activities. Info: Heather, 905 873-9549. Parents without Partners (PWP): a non-profit, social support group for single parents and their children holds information sessions. Info: 905- 846-4883 or www.pwpbrampton.com Fashion show: 7 p.m. at Centre 2000 Theatre in Erin; a fashion show with gently used clothing for women, men and kids with lots of famous labels. Proceeds from the event go directly to EWAG programs and serv- ices for children, seniors and needy families. Tickets available at EWAG stores in Hillsburgh, Erin and Rock- wood or call EWAG at 519-833-9696. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Halton: is holding a volunteer infor- mation session for anyone interested in mentoring a local child, 7 p.m. at the agency's North Halton office, 410 Bronte St. S. Milton. Info: 905-878- 880 or www.bbbshalton.ca Thursday, Oct. 23 Smoking Cessation Strategies: A free seminar on smoking cessation pre- sented by Dr. Kiran Cherla, family physician, 7 p.m. at the George- town Hospital Activi- ty Room. To reserve a seat 905-873- 0111 ext 4379 or elittle@halton- healthcare.on.ca. History of Leathertown: Halton Hills Public Library invites you to hear local historian and author Mark Rowe bring the history of Acton alive, 7 p.m. at the Acton Branch Library, 17 River St. Info: 519-853-0301. H.E.A.L. Suicide Survivors Support Group: meets 7-8:30 p.m. in the house next door to Norval United Church, 484 Guelph St. This group is for those who have lost someone to suicide to share with others going through the same challenges. Info: www.norvalunited.ca Limehouse euchre: Limehouse Womens Institute hosts euchre, 7:30 p.m. at the Lime-house Memorial Hall. Admission $3. Friday, Oct. 24 Movie and Swim Night: Students in Grades 6-8 can enjoy Youth Movie and Swim Friday Night at the Gellert Community Centre, 6-8:30 p.m. Tickets on sale at Gellert, $5 each. Limit of two tickets/person. Community Calendar