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7 In Focus, January, 2012 185 Guelph Street, Georgetown Open 24 Hours 280 Guelph Street, inside Wal-Mart, Georgetown 374 Queen Street E., Acton Open at 5:00 am Every Day January Calendar of Events Monday, January 2 Holiday Adventure Splash `n' Fun: Starting January 2, this week will be jam-packed with winter-themed activities, crafts, sports and games, and topped off with swimming and special guests. Splash `n' Fun is for kids aged 7 to 12 and runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (extended hours available) at the Gellert Centre. Info: 905-873-2601, ext. 2275. Christmas Break Skating: From January 2 to 6, skating is offered from 2 to 3:20 p.m. at the Acton Arena, Mold-Masters SportsPlex and Memorial Arena. Regular admission applies. Info: www. haltonhills.ca/skate. Christmas Break Swimming: From January 2 to 6, swimming will be held at the Acton and Gellert pools from 2 to 3 p.m. Regular admission applies. Tuesday, January 10 CFUW Meeting: The Canadian Federation of University Women ­ Georgetown presents Stem Cells: Research to Reality with Matthew Johnson at 7:30 p.m. at St. John's United Church (please note change of venue and date for this meeting only). Co-sponsored by the Halton Hills Public Library. the "Big Mess We're In" ­ energy, environment, economic ­ and lays out a set of personal solutions that will make your life better and save civilization as a byproduct. Free. Presented by Sustainable Halton Hills and POWER. Info/to register: www. powerhalton.ca or 905-873-1820. Murder Mystery Dinner: Mysteriously Yours presents a murder mystery dinner and show for $80. The dinner will be catered by Bruce Cunnington and the event is hosted by the Georgetown Seniors Centre. Info: 905-877-6444. Thursday, January 26 Wednesday, January 18 Horticultural Society Meeting: The Georgetown Horticultural Society hosts its monthly meeting at 7:30 p.m. at St. George's Church. This month: Jason DiMichele on photography, plus photo contest, raffle and refreshments. Info: www. geohort.com Words in Action: This spoken word event is held the third Wednesday every other month with an open mic and feature performer at The Roxy (6 Mill Street East, Acton). Sign up at 7 p.m. to perform on the open mic. Anything from rants, raps, a capella, storytelling, stand-up, or poetry as long as it's just you and your voice. Info: www.wiaopenmic.blogspot. com. Song Circle: The Georgetown Song Circle/Jam meets on the last Thursday each month until June 28 at the Georgetown Legion. Both cover songs and original songs are welcome, so if you are budding singer/songwriter and want to try out a new song in a safe environment, this is the place to be. Come play or just listen from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Wednesday, January 11 Family Storytime: Drop in for Family Storytime, a free 30-minute program for grown-ups and young children to enjoy together at the Halton Hills Public Library. It includes stories, music and lots of fun. Registration not required, just drop in on Wednesdays from January 11 to February 29 at 9:45 a.m. at the Georgetown branch or 2 p.m. at the Acton Hub (69 Acton Boulevard). Or attend on Fridays January 13 to March 2 at 10:30 a.m. at the Gellert Community Centre, or on Saturdays from January 14 to March 3 at 11 a.m. at the Georgetown branch. Friday, January 27 Herb Ciceri's Acoustic Circus: Herb Ciceri's Acoustic Circus is back at Knox Presbyterian Church (116 Main Street South, Georgetown). Come see a new multi-media music and visual presentation at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 at the door or through the church office starting January 2. Info: www.knoxgeorgetown.ca or 905-877-7585. Wednesday, January 4 Winter Celebration: Celebrate winter at Willow Park Ecology Centre from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Learn how to recycle your Christmas tree for wildlife, identify the furry and feathered visitors to your yard and enjoy the cold, fresh air. Pre-register for this event as spaces are limited. Info: www.willowparkecology.ca. Tuesday, January 17 Calling all gardeners: Acton Horticultural Society begins the new year with Diana Pooke presenting Thugs in the Garden ­ all those plants that it's best to stay away from, at 7:30 p.m. at Knox Church (44 Main Street North, Acton). Info: Ruth, 519-853-0009. Movie Night: Watch How To Boil A Frog from 6:30-8:45 p.m. at the Georgetown Market Place. This movie is an eco-comedy that gives an overview of Saturday, January 21 Robbie Burns Dinner: Join the people of St. John's United Church (11 Guelph Street, Georgetown), for their annual Robbie Burns Dinner, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Enjoy a fun evening of Scottish music, entertainment and a gourmet five-course sitdown dinner. Tickets are $60 or $50, with half as a charitable tax receipt, available mornings from the church office. Info: 905-877-2531, www. stjohnsuc.ca. Saturday, January 28 Men with Spatulas Community Breakfast: Come enjoy a hearty breakfast served by the men for a change. The event runs from 8 to 10:30 a.m. at St. Alban's Parish Hall in Glen Williams. Cost is $5 per person at the door. Info: 905-8778323. Monday, January 9 Social Dinner: The Acton Seniors Centre will host a social dinner from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Acton Arena & Community Centre. Cost: $12 for members and $15 for guests. Info: 519-853-5951. "Let us love winter, for it is the spring of genius." ~ Pietro Aretino