Halton Hills Newspapers

Independent & Free Press (Georgetown, ON), 28 Jun 2012, Summer Side Roads, SSR30

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wrapped into one! Bring the family for a chance to learn about nature and fun activities to enjoy in the summer. Members: $5/ adult, $4/child (6-12) and senior (60+); non-members: $10/adult, $7/child (6-12) and senior (60+); family pricing available. No registration required. Info: recreation@creditvalleyca.ca, 1-800-3670890 or www.creditvalleyca.ca/event/everything-outdoors-at-terra-cotta-conservation-area/ LIVE ENTERTAINMENT AT ACTON LEGION Acton Legion hosts live entertainment, 7-11 p.m. on the patio with the New Neighbours Band. Monday, July 30 PRESIDENT'S CUP GOLF FUNDRAISER The President's Cup, a golf fundraiser for the Georgetown Hospital, will be held at the Club at North Halton. To register contact Jackie Fox, 905-873-0111 ext. 8220 or jafox@haltonhealthcare.on.ca Saturday, July 21 CELEBRATING TENNIS CLUB'S NEW LOCATION Celebrate the new location of Halton Hills Tennis Club and the opening of brand new tennis courts in Gellert Community Park, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Made possible through a partnership between Halton Hills Tennis Club and Town of Halton Hills. Sunday, July 15 MAINTAIN WILLOW PARK ECOLOGY CENTRE Help maintain Willow Park Ecology Centre, 9 a.m. to noon or 1-4 p.m. by removing invasive species, trail maintenance, clean-up or measuring and identifying trees. Suitable for all ages, and suitable for volunteer hour requirements. Also Aug. 12 and Sept. 9. Info/to register: www.willowparkecology.ca Tuesday, July 31 WILLOW PARK ECOLOGY CENTRE DROP-IN SESSIONS Willow Park Ecology Centre Summer Drop-In Session, 10-11:30 a.m. Kids, ages 6-10 can enjoy weekly nature-theme program: Soup's On- local veggies will be featured in some cool and hot recipes; plus play games. Cost: $5/child. Register by the Friday of the preceding week at www.willowparkecology.ca/dropinreg.html. INVASIVE SPECIES WORKDAY Protect Terra Cotta from Invasive Species Workday, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Welcome Centre, Terra Cotta Conservation Area, Halton Hills. Also on August 11. Volunteers will assist with data collection by walking the property with a GPS device to locate invasive plants. This is an outside event, please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Bug spray is also recommended. Light snacks will be provided. Register: www.eventbrite.ca/ event/3278753841. Info: Freyja Forsyth, 905-670-1615 ext. 384 fforsyth@creditvalleyca.ca Website: www.creditvalleyca.ca/event/ help-protect-terra-cotta-from-invasive-species-workday-2/ HEALING DRUM CIRCLE Willow Park Ecology Centre hosts its monthly healing drum circle led by Anthony Barr of the Sacred Sevens Sharing Circle. Hear stories! Sing songs! Children are welcome and encouraged to participate. Drum circles start at 1 p.m. on: July 15, Aug. 12, Sept. 23. Info: www.willowparkecology.ca Monday, August 6 HOLIDAY SWIM Civic Holiday Swim will be held 1-2:30 p.m. at the Gellert Community Centre. Info: 905-877-4244. Regular admission fees apply. July 16-20 ART ATTACK Art Attack day camp, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. for youth ages 10-14. This program offers a chance to dabble in a variety of art techniques, from nature photography to casting nature pieces. Classes take place at the Terra Cotta Conservation Area and Williams Mill Arts Education Centre. Info: www.williamsmill.com, email admin@ williamsmill.com Tuesday, August 7 WILLOW PARK ECOLOGY CENTRE DROP-IN SESSIONS Willow Park Ecology Centre Summer Drop-In Session, 10-11:30 a.m. Kids, ages 6-10 can enjoy weekly nature-theme program: Bug's World- go on a bug safari, play buggy games and make some great bug stuff to take home. Cost: $5/child. Register by the Friday of the preceding week at www.willowparkecology. ca/dropinreg.html. Sunday, July 22 BUTTERFLY GARDEN Check out the Butterfly garden at the Willow Park Ecology Centre. Between 2-3:30 p.m. learn about their lifecycle. Find out which plants in your garden provide their favourite snacks. Create a butterfly feeder and some moth attractors to try out at home. This is a family event suitable for all ages. Please register at www.willowparkecology.ca August 7-10 WILD ART DAY CAMP Wild Art day camp, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. for youth ages 10-14. During this week, use a camera to capture outdoor poses and create your own three dimensional face and hand castings. Classes take place at the Terra Cotta Conservation Area and William's Mill Arts Education Centre. Info: www.williamsmill.com, email admin@williamsmill.com July 16-27 MUSICAL THEATRE CAMP PROGRAM Globe Productions is holding a two-week musical theatre camp program (weekdays July 16 to 27), for kids ages 8-13, focusing on acting, singing, dancing and a trip to Stratford to see "You're A Good Man Charlie Brown". Info: www.globeproductions.ca or email Georgetown_globe@yahoo.ca Tuesday, July 24 WILLOW PARK ECOLOGY CENTRE DROP-IN SESSIONS Willow Park Ecology Centre Summer Drop-In Session, 10-11:30 a.m. Kids, ages 6-10 can enjoy weekly nature-theme program: Flower Power- discover the amazing secrets of flowers; plus hands-on activities and games. Cost: $5/child. Register by the Friday of the preceding week at www.willowparkecology.ca/ dropinreg.html. Tuesday, July 17 WILLOW PARK ECOLOGY CENTRE DROP-IN SESSIONS Willow Park Ecology Centre Summer Drop-In Session, 10-11:30 a.m. Kids, ages 6-10 can enjoy weekly nature-theme program: Tree-versity ? Become a tree I.D. expert. Make some tree art to take home. Cost: $5/child. Register by the Friday of the preceding week at www.willowparkecology.ca/dropinreg.html. Thursday, August 9 SUPERSTARS TRIBUTE LIVE An evening of entertainment featuring performances from some of the greatest superstars of all time at the Acton Arena & Community Centre. A benefit for the Cancer Assistance Services of Halton Hills. Info only: 905-702-8886. Wednesday, July 25 BUSINESS AFTER HOURS Business After Hours hosted by Sheridan Nurseries Ltd., 5-7 p.m. Make new business contacts, meet old friends, and discuss mutual concerns. Come for a half hour or stay for two. No charge to attend. Please register: www.haltonhillschamber.on.ca or 905877-7119. Friday, August 10 LIVE ENTERTAINMENT AT ACTON LEGION Acton Legion hosts live entertainment, 7-11 p.m. on the patio with The Two of Us. Friday, July 20 ELECTROFISHING DAY ON CREDIT RIVER Electrofishing Day on Credit River at Glen Williams, 9 a.m. to noon. Help monitor the health of the river by volunteering at an electrofishing station. This monitoring technique is used to inventory fish species and populations. CVC depends on volunteers to help carry out this type of monitoring. Make sure to wear light, comfortable clothing, a hat and bring sunscreen. Chest waders and other equipment will be provided. Under 18? Check out the Youth Volunteer Policy, you many need to bring a waiver signed by a parent/guardian to participate. For an exact location of the site: www. creditvalleyca.ca/event/electrofishing-day-credit-river-at-glen-williams/ Info: amorrone@creditvalleyca.ca, 905-670-1615 ext. 436. Friday, July 27 LIVE ENTERTAINMENT AT ACTON LEGION Acton Legion hosts live entertainment, 7-11 p.m. on the patio with the 8 Second Ride Band. Sunday, August 12 LEATHERTOWN FESTIVAL Leathertown Festival returns to Downtown Acton with the theme, The Way it Was! Enjoy lots of fun food and entertainment for the whole family between 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Mill St. E. Info: 519-853-9555 or www.downtownacton.ca Trinity United Church, 70 Mill St. E. in Acton will be selling pies and beverages during the Leathertown Festival, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 28 THRIFT SHOP AUCTION Upper Credit Humane Society Thrift Shop's monthly auction closes with live bidding at 4:30 p.m. at the shop, 68 Main St N. (in Moore Park Plaza) Georgetown. Items for auction may be seen on www.uppercredit.com. Auctions also on August 25 and Sept. 29. All Ceiling Fans www.eclipseshutterscanada.com On Sale 905-873-2996 livinglighting.com o f Visit your local Living Lighting store at: 245 Guelph St., Georgetown SUMMER · 2012 30 S i d e r o a d s halton hills

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