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6 Terraced Green opens Local politicians and representatives of Dufferin Aggregates, a division of Holcim Canada Inc. joined Library staff, volunteers, patrons and community partners for the official opening ceremony of the Terraced Green last Thursday. The Terraced Green, situated to the west of the branch, was created with the sponsorship of Dufferin Aggregates, which presented a cheque for $50,000 to the Town to provide for the stone seating, native trees and shrubs and interpretive signage about the history of aggregates in Halton Hills. "As a major local employer and a longstanding partner in the Acton community, Dufferin Aggregates, has a long-term commitment to building vibrant and sustainable communities. We are both delighted and honoured to be part of the Terraced Green of the Acton Branch," said Andrea Bourrie, Director, Planning and Regulatory Affairs, Holcim Canada Inc. The Terraced Green is a fitting new complement to the environmentally-friendly branch and will be used in future library programming and events. The Library has recently applied for the gold level of LEED (an international certification which stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design). The use of native trees, grasses and shrubs that require no additional irrigation beyond natural THE NEW TANNER THURSDAY, JUNE 30, 2011 rainfall, was an important component of this application. Town staff created the comprehensive landscape design plan which involved the planting of 611 shrubs, 368 perennials, 310 grasses and 44 trees. "We are excited to add this exceptional green area to our new Acton Branch," added Jane Diamanti, Director of Library Services for the Town of Halton Hills. "It will become a much-loved gathering place, a sunny retreat for enjoying lunch or a good book, and a unique outdoor venue for local arts and cultural events." The creation of the Terraced Green involved the efforts of many individuals and organizations ­ the Town of Halton Hills Recreation and Parks staff; Limehouse Kiln Society's, Mary Shier; local historian, John McDonald; Melloul-Blamey Construction, Chamberlain Architects and ZAS designs, and the Acton Branch Planning Committee. CHEQUE ACCEPTED: Town officials accepted a cheque for $50,000 from Dufferin Aggregates, a division of Holcim Canada, last Thursday, for what is being called the Terraced Green at the west side of the new Acton library. ­ Ted Tyler photo $1-million for hospital The Georgetown Hospital Foundation (GHF) recently launched its Campaign for Georgetown Hospital: Investing in Care ­ Close to Home, with the announcement of a $1-million donation from Fred Helson. Helson announced his amazing $1-million gift at the GHF's annual Donor Appreciation Celebration at the Club at North Halton on last Wednesday ­ just one day before his 90th birthday. As a result of this monumental gift, the CT Scanner Suite, which is a highlight of the Foundation's fundraising efforts, will be named after Helson, and his late wife Marg. "It is a thrill to be part of this remarkable gift," said K.C. Carruthers, Executive Director of the Georgetown Hospital Foundation. "We are at the beginning of the biggest fundraising campaign in the hospital's history, so it is very heartening to have Mr. Helson leading the way with the biggest pledge in the hospital's history." "Marg would just love the fact we could do this," explained Helson. "The COME IN & VISIT Glenda & Book for required for Knox Presbyterian Church in Acton. Some of the duties will be: a) helping to choose varied, appropriate hymns and anthems for Sunday and special services. b) accompanying the congregation and choir, c) rehearsing the Chancel choir. A full job description is available from the Church office. If interested, please e-mail a resume to knox-acton@hotmail.ca, or mail it to Knox Presbyterian Church, Box 342, Acton, ON L7J 2M4 Attention - Choir director position Choir Director and Accompanist hospital was always her first place of choice to lend our support." The Helson's have been among the most generous supporters of GHF over the years. Presently, Helson sits on the Board of Directors for the Foundation and serves on the Governance Committee. When asked about his decision to make this significant contribution, he explained that, "Marg and I have both had to endure the unpleasant experience of being sent to other hospitals for CT Scanning. Our hospital was important in making Georgetown a self-sufficient town and as such I feel it is important for us to help keep the facility up-to-date for our doctors and staff, as well as all of the patients who come to Georgetown Hospital for care." INDIAN RIVER DIRECT $5 OFF Colour/Perm 32 Mill E, Acton, ON L7J 1H2 1 HOUR ONLY FREESTONE PEACHES 25lb. boxes & small bags The Hide House Parking Lot Wednesday, July 6 · 12noon - 1:00pm ACTON Ivan HenryGreenshields 2001 (approximately) till Sunday, June 26, 2011 Mayor, guardian, and resident of Duby Road. Ivan: beloved pet, cherished family member, and true friend. He will be terribly missed by Laura, Larry, Samira, Owen, Bonnie, and Grandma & Grandpa Henry. Ivan loved the outdoors and all it entailed. He loved patrolling the neighbourhood, flopping on the sidewalk in front of passersby who would gladly stoke him, playing with his canine and feline friends that would visit ( or whom he would visit), and he especially loved the students of St. Joe's who made sure on their travels to and from school, to stop and see Ivan. You let us love you for 8 great years. Thank you, and RIP , buddy. In honour of Ivan, please stop speeding on Duby Road. (519) 853-0140