Halton Hills Newspapers

Independent & Free Press (Georgetown, ON), 16 Aug 2011, Back to School, BTS03

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Adult Learning Centre launches new website The Adult Learning Centre, run by Literacy North Halton, has launched its new website, www.literacynh.org, which provides up-to-date information to clients, volunteers and donors. At the end of 2010 Literacy North Halton changed its organizational name to Adult Learning Centre to better reflect the type of programs being offered by this local grass roots charitable organization. Dympna Dewar, Executive Director of the Adult Learning Centre, says "now we are under the umbrella of Employment Ontario we have established firm partnerships with local agencies and truly offer custom-designed programming incorporating both literacy and computer training." Volunteer recruitment and training has been streamlined with the help of 3 Back to School, GEORGETOWN & ACTON · Tuesday, August 16, 2011 funds donated on an annual basis by the Kiwanis Georgetown. The resources library and e-learning opportunities for students are expanding, thanks to funds raised through fundraising events and support from United Way and other local donors. The Adult Learning Centre offers a complete range of adult upgrading programs from the most basic level of reading and writing through to college entrance. Programs are offered on a part-time basis day and evening and tuition is free. For further information, www.literacynh.org or call 905-873-2200. What if your child loves singing so much that he or she never stops? What if you could give your child year long singing lessons for $150.00? What if your child could develop confidence, learn teamwork, make friends, learn to read music and sing on stage? The Georgetown Children's Chorus offers kids age 5 to 18 a wonderful chance to learn a variety of music styles in a safe and happy environment. For 17 years now, hundreds of kids and teens have learned music and performance skills to last a lifetime. Georgetown Kids' Registration Expo set for Aug. 28 The Georgetown Kids Registration Expo and BBQ for Robbie's Rainbow will be held Sunday August 28, in the Halton Gate Plaza parking lot at 324 Guelph St. (the lot next to Tim Horton's) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is a perfect opportunity to gather information on a wide variety of child and family programs all in one place: music lessons, dance classes, fitness programs, art, photograpy, Montessori School, tutoring and more. For the kids, they can view a fire truck and a crew to show them around, plus there will be a live rock band, kid rock bands (made of kids 7 to 13 years), face painting, live performances from the Halton Hills Concert Band (Georgetown), cool demonstrations of kids activities, games/prizes and more. The barbecue proceeds will go to Robbie's Rainbow provides funding to families of children that require financial assistance to access treatment for Crohn's and Colitis Disease, http://robbiesrainbow.ca Register now for fall startup! See www.georgetownchildrenschorus.ca or call Sharon at 877-6841. OPEN HOUSE Tues. Aug.Wed, 23 and Wed. Aug. 24 - 86:30 May 12th 10 am pm - 8:00 pm Spaces are still available! 4 years old 2 1/2 to 4 years old Mon - Fri (Morning, afternoon or full day) 3 full days (Mon, Wed, Fri) 2 full days (Tues, Thurs) 5 full days (Mon - Fri) 11643 Trafalgar Rd. (North of Maple Ave.), Georgetown, ON Call 905.877.4221 www.harmonypreschool.ca

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