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In Focus, October, 2011 6 United Way of Halton Hills President's Ball ABOVE: Past presidents (from left) Eunice McGowan, Jim Lindsay, Ron Stitt, Rosslyn Dowell and Brian Clark announce this year's campaign goal of $340,000. BELOW: John Pontarollo, general manager of Dufferin Aggregates, shares a smile with Susan Ksiezopolski, Christine Ellison and Brian Clark. Dufferin Aggregates was the Platinum Sponsor of this year's event. Local musician Laura T. provides ambiance during the cocktail hour. RIGHT: As part of the United Way's 25th anniversary, an extra $25,000 in special one-time funding was given to 12 local agencies, including S.T.R.I.D.E., Georgetown Bread Basket, North Halton Distress Centre, Girls Inc., Support and Housing Halton, Reach Out Centre for Kids (ROCK), St. John Ambulance, Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Halton, Literacy North Halton, Acton Foodshare, Acclaim Health and Community Living North Halton. Representatives from these agencies were on hand to accept their cheques from United Way past president Jim Lindsay (seated, far right). The United Way of Halton Hills continued its 25th anniversary celebrations on September 17 at the annual President's Ball at The Club at North Halton. The sold-out event included an extensive silent auction, a delicious meal and live music from Laura T. and Jazz Band. In addition to the usual funding, the United Way provided special one-time donations to 12 local agencies to help mark the United Way's 25th anniversary in Halton Hills. For more information on the United Way, visit www.haltonhills.unitedway.ca. Photos by Andrea Lefebvre LEFT: Tony and Pauline Russell check out the silent auction items, which included items like sports memorabilia, family getaways, art and gift certificates from local businesses. Georgetown Market Place useum petosbeM ca rs Wate(O r 3rd) pening Oc and Fido Community October 15 October 27-31 Tan Jay, Telus and West 49 Scan this QR Code with your smart phone to visit www.georgetownmarketplace.com 280 Guelph St., Hwy. 7 Georgetown - 905-873-8918