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Wednesday, Dec. 15 Bruce Trail hike: Level 1, 5-6 km loop hike on local trails. Depart at 9:30 a.m. from the Georgetown Market Place parking lot between Zellers and the grey medical building. Bring water and snacks. Lunch at a local eatery after the hike. Leader: Maureen, 905-8739757, haltonhillshikers@yahoo.ca Nordic Pole Walking Group: Bring a toonie for the Heart and Stroke Foundation to enjoy Nordic Pole walking group, Wednesdays 6:30 p.m. Meet outside the Gellert Centre, Eighth Line (Main St. S.). Led by certified Nordixx Pole Walking instructor Ginger Quinn, 905-691-9122, Sponsored by GEM Health Care Services www.gemhealthcarehalton.com Drop-in Wednesdays: Come hang out at Halton Hills Gymnastics Centre, 36 Armstrong Ave. Parents and caregivers are invited to the centre Wednesday mornings from 9:15-11:15 a.m. Bounce on the trampolines, swing on the cars, and jump in the pit. Cost: $10 per adult (children are free). Info: 905-877-4330. Community Calendar p.m. at Acton Legion Hall, 15 Wright Ave. To make an appointment call Canadian Blood Services: 1-888-236-6283. Merry Christmas Storytime: Celebrate Christmas at Halton Hills Public Library, Georgetown Branch, 9 Church St., with stories, hot chocolate and songs starting at 7 p.m. Free tickets available. Info: 905-873-2681 ext. 2520 or www.hhpl.on.ca Bingo: hosted by Georgetown Optimist Club, 13439 Hwy. 7, Thursdays, 7-9 p.m. Cash prizes. Fundraiser for youth activities. Info: Clay, 905-873-1709. Weekly Evening Beer & Bible: 7:30-9 p.m., year round on Thursdays at the Copper Kettle Pub on Main St. in Glen Williams. The evening is casual. Join whatever nights you can for an informal Bible discussion. Everyone is welcome. Bring your Bible and purchase a beverage. Thursday, Dec. 16 Job search support: Links2Care Employment Resource Centre, 45 Mill Street East, Acton has more free Job Search Support this month: 1 p.m. networking cards and tips, making business cards and talking strategies for holiday networking. Space is limited, please call or drop in to save a spot. Of course, one-on-one assistance with resumes, cover letters and job search, as well as free use of computers, photocopier and fax is available anytime with or without an appointment. Info: 519-853-5014. Blood donor clinic: 2-7:30 Friday, Dec. 17 Community Dinner: Come join the Acton Hub Team, 6 p.m. at St. Alban's Church, 19 St. Alban's Dr. This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a free, home cooked meal, and enjoy quality time with your family and friends. The church has a few stairs to the eating area. If you require assistance please call ahead 519-853-2711. Everyone welcome. Hosted by the Acton Community Hub Team, in partnership with St. Alban's Anglican Parish. Georgetown Bach Chorale: presents Chansons de Noel at 157 Main St. (Georgetown) with special guest Felix Deak accompanying on his 16th century Viola da Gamba. Performances will be at 8 p.m. on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Tickets, $40 in advance only, are available at Foodstuffs, The Freckled Lion or by calling 905-877-2493 or go to www. georgetownbachchorale.com. Acton Youth Dance: 7:30-10 p.m. at Acton Community Centre. Youth in Grades 6-8 can attend this well-chaperoned event where paid Recreation and Parks staff and volunteers are in attendance to help ensure everyone's safety and enjoyment. Tickets, $8, on sale at the Centre. Christmas Holiday Camp: Dec 17 is the deadline to register for Halton Hills Gymnastics Centre's holiday camp (Dec 20-24). Cost: $160/week 9 a.m. to 4p.m (1/2 day December 24) or $125 1/2 day/ week 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 1-4 p.m. Register 905-877-4330 or www. haltonhillsgymnasticscentre.com Friday night euchre: 7:30 p.m. at Georgetown Legion. Admission: $2. Everyone welcome. (Last one until Jan. 7) $5 Friday Dinners: 6-7 p.m. at Georgetown Legion, 127 Mill St. includes dinner and coffee/tea. Desserts $1 extra. Info: 905-8774413. (Last one until Jan. 7) Texas Hold'Em: hosted by Optimist Club of Georgetown. Registration is at 6:30 p.m.; game starts at 7 p.m. sharp at the Optimist Hall, Hwy 7 past 22 Sideroad. Tickets $50. Tickets: John, 905-877-293141 or David, 905-702-0120. Nordic Pole Walking: Mondays/Fridays 10-11 a.m. indoors in the Dufferin Centre ($2 entrance fee) in Prospect Park, Acton. More CALENDAR, pg. 12 11 Independent & Free Press, Tuesday, December 14, 2010 LAST CHANCE THIS WEDNESDAY! PROFESSIONAL COUNSELING SERVICES ·INDIVIDUAL ·COUPLES ·FAMILY COUNSELING ·DEPRESSION ·ANXIETY ·LIFE CHANGES ·CONFLICT MANAGEMENT ·PERSONAL GROWTH 38 OAK STREET, GEORGETOWN ONTARIO Enter to win a FREE 20 Lb. Turkey from Cody's Cows Call or email us with your Name, Address & Phone Number to enter our draw by Wed. 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There must be special magic in his Toothy hands they say, Just pop his dentures in your mouth And soon you'll be chewing steak! Oh Alex the Denturist, will be here for quite a while! Cause his patients chew, having problems few Cause he "Cares about your Smile"! Creating confident smiles since 1982. look inside Call me ...for these flyers in your area GIANT TIGER JOES PIZZA LOWES PEOPLES RONA S P O RT S M A RT S TA P L E S TOPPERS ZELLERS * full distribution today for an appointment! · Kids to Seniors · Colouring & Foiling · Flexible Hours GEORGETOWN OPTIMIST CLUB 13439 Hwy. 7 Every Thursday at 7 pm Price $5.00 per Five Game Session (3 Sessions) We care about your hearing! Professional Arts Building 99 Sinclair Ave., Suite 210 Georgetown Alexander Trenton, DD, F.C.A.D. (A) Denturist Georgetown Denture Clinic, 18 Church Street, Georgetown, Ontario (905) 873-6642 905-877-2359 (Across from the Library and Cultural Centre) Troop: Fall in BE PREPARED to help us celebrate 100 Years of Boy Scouts in Acton. DO YOUR BEST to register Your Name, Postal Address, and E-mail Address in order that we can have you in the horseshoe at all the February 20th events and program. A FRIEND TO ALL. In the event you're a grouchy old bear, an old wolf or a seagull that doesn't fly any more, please ask your family to send us your information. George Henderson, 66 Cobblehill Rd, Acton, ON L7J 1N9 hendersongeorge@hotmail.com CASH PRIZES Call CLAY 905-873-1709 for details. For Flyer Information, contact Nancy Geissler, 905-873-0301, Ext 228 905-873-6871 30 McClure Crt. (across from Dominion Gardens) Profits to stay in Halton for Youth Activities! or Dave Dills 106-51 Birchway Place, Acton, ON L7J 2X5 dave_dills_29@sympatico.ca