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14 Independent & Free Press,Thursday, September 23, 2010 The Inaugural Amethyst Ball In support of ALS Research and Patient Equipment and Services. You are cordially invited to join in this evening which is celebrating the achievements of our special honourees. Trillium grants presented At a recent presentation of Ontario Trillium Foundation grants, representaives of the various groups gathered at the Civic Centre for a photo. On hand were, (from left), Wellington-Halton Hills MPP Ted Arnott, Georgetown Slo-Pitch president Jamie Chouinard and treasurer Peter Wanner, (the ball league received a one-year $100,000 grant), Light Up the Hills representatives Moira Robinson and Gerrie Kentner, (LUTH received a oneyear, $21,500 grant), Ontario Trillium Foundation volunteer Judy Showers, Georgetown Little Theatre representatives Vera Macdonald and president Virginia Bancur, (GLT received a one-year $20,200 grant to celebrate the group's 50th anniversary) Georgetown Concert Band representatives Barry Timleck, band director Daniella Baryla, and Roper Galloway, band president (GCB received $15,000 over one year to purchase musical equipment) and Halton Hills Mayor Rick Bonnette. (Below) Ron Birrell (Heritage Acton Chairman) receives a plaque from Gail Grant of the Trillium Foundation commemerating the $150,000 grant to help fund the Town Hall addition. MPP Ted Arnott and Halton Hills Mayor Rick Bonnette also joined in the ceremony. Top photo by Ted Brown Bottom photo by Ray Lavender Dr. Jeff and Darlene Sutherland AN EVENING OF FINE DINING, FUNDRAISING AND FRIENDSHIP! Friday, October 15th, Historic Liuna Station - Hamilton Cocktails: 6:00 p.m. Dinner: 6:45 p.m. * SILENT AUCTION * ENTERTAINMENT Dancing to the smooth sounds of The Ken Meyer Band GALA TICKETS $125.00 p.p. + HST (appropriate tax receipt will be issued) Is it Osteoarthritis or Rheumatoid Arthritis? Thank you to our sponsors: Evans Investment Counsel Ltd. Vine Counselling Services Smiths Funeral Home Date: Time: Location: Thursday, October 7, 2010 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Halton Hills Cultural Centre Gallery 9 Church Street, Georgetown, ON L7G 2A3 Health Champion For reservations please contact: Shelley Curry at 905-521-2100 x76365 or 76870 currys@mcmaster.ca Attend this FREE lecture to: · Get an overview on different types of arthritis · Learn ways to personally manage your arthritis with helpful tips and innovative suggestions. · Find out more about The Arthritis Society resources and health care providers who can help you cope with the disease Community Partner Presenters: Dr. Elaine Soucy, MD Rheumatologist in Mississauga Register today at 1.800.344.6926. Don't miss out! Space is limited. 1.888.434.0009 www.arthritis.ca