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12 Independent & Free Press,Friday, January 1, 2010 Acton Seniors Centre offers ways to fight the winter blues in January By JULIE CONROY Acton Seniors Centre In the New Year, the Travel Desk is planning two trips to fight the winter blues. The first is to Cambridge and Flamborough on Thursday, Jan. 14 to shop at Southworks Outlet Mall and then enjoy the buffet lunch at the Holiday Inn in Cambridge before going to visit Flamboro Downs. The second trip is on Wednesday, Feb. 10 with lunch at Burlington's Mother Tuckers MarketPlace for lunch, followed by a performance of Swing Away the Winter Blues at the Sanderson Centre in Brantford. Jane asked me to mention the next Birthday Tea will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 12 at 2 p.m. This is to celebrate all members who were born in December or January (That means me!). On Tuesday, Jan. 26 Pauline Barlow will be teaching us how to create a fridge magnet. You will be painting roses using a toothpick. There is a charge of $5 to cover the cost of materials. It is very important that anyone who wishes to participate, sign up as Pauline has to purchase the materials required. The signup sheet will be at the front desk from Jan. 8 to Jan. 22 as only 20 people can be accommodated. There is a signup/information sheet in front of the front desk to see if there is any interest in visiting the Halton Hills Sports Hall of Fame in Georgetown. Check out the information on the various signup sheets. Another way to fight the winter blues is to plan on attending the Chinese Dinner on Thursday, Jan. 7. Real tells me it features all things Chinese-- food, fruits and entertainment. Knowing Real and his committee, it will be excellent. 905-457-3363 389 Main Street North, Brampton Between Vodden & Williams Parkway www.beashawnbridal.com We Pay the Tax January 4-16, 2010 * What's Cookin': Sushi Rice Makes approximately 8-10 half nori sheets Ingredients · 2 1/4 cups water · 2 cups Japanese rice, rinsed and drained · 1/3 cup rice vinegar · 1/4 cup granulated sugar · 2 tbsp mirin · 2 tsp salt PURCHASE ANY IN-STOCK WEDDING GOWN AND WE'LL PAY YOUR GST & PST Hundreds of Name Brand Wedding Gowns Sizes 4 - 28 No Appointment Necessary Shop Early for Best Selection *In Stock Wedding gowns only - No Layaway Cash and Carry, Visa, MC, Amex, Interac, Cash Method In a large saucepan, cover and bring water and rice to a boil. Boil for 2 minutes, reduce heat to low, cook for 15 minutes. Remove from heat, let stand, covered for 15 minutes. Meanwhile in a small saucepan, bring vinegar, sugar, mirin and salt to a boil, stirring just until sugar dissolves. Let cool. Spread rice in a large shallow dish. Sprinkle with half of the vinegar mixture; toss with a fork. Toss with remaining vinegar mixture. Cover with a damp towel, refrigerate for 45 minutes or until at room temperature. Roll sushi. E-mail your questions and comments to Lori and Gerry at whatscookin@independentfreepress.com Look for Lori and Gerry's What's Cookin' column on www.independentfreepress.com georgetown fitness boot camp Georgetown's original and #1 fat loss program LASER HAIR REMOV AL We've moved across the street ONLY 4-6 TREATMENTS NEEDED! To free you from that unwanted hair. · Affordable · Safe · Gentle · Permanent Hair Reduction For Him: chest, back, shoulders, etc. For Her: bikini, facial, underarms, etc. Call today for a free consultation ·Certified Electrologist & Laser Technician Expect these RESULTS: · 3-5% Reduction in Body Fat · Greatly Improved Posture · Better Relaxation · 5-12 Pounds of Weight Loss · 1-3" decrease in your midsection (minimum) ) · 25% improvement in Endurance & Strength 100% Gain in Energy + Self Confidence! The most effective, fun & affordable fitness `Body Make-Over' Fitness Solution ever crafted. Bare Image Electrolysis & Laser Inc. 61 Main St. South, Georgetown 905·873·6388 downtowngeorgetown.com No matter your age, size or fitness l level, l you can achieve great results. Whether you are a beginner, an avid fitness enthusiasts or just tired of the same old routine... you will achieve amazing results! You have nothing to lose except the pounds!! No contracts - the most affordable boot camp program!! A GOOD REASON TO SHOP LOCAL Shopping local saves the environment. We are all aware of CO2 emissions and our environmental impact. Local shops do not require long car & bus journeys to get to, help reduce our global footprint. So... shop smart, shop our local stores! Now with a location in ACTON www.georgetownfitnessbootcamp.com 647-988-4237 SHOPLOCAL SHOP SMART... SHOP HALTON HILLS