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16 Top Acton Tanners earn hardware at season ending banquet at Legion THE NEW TANNER Give green for Mother's Day With Mother's Day just weeks away, it is not too soon to begin thinking about that unique gift, and while Mom may appreciate chocolate or flowers, for eco-conscious moms, there are a number of different gift options to make Mom's big day as eco-friendly as it is enjoyable. · Make a basket of gardening gear. Garden plants and supplies are perhaps the greenest gifts to give Mom. Plants are so plentiful and varied that there are bound to be ideal flowers or greenery f o r e v e r y m o t h e r 's tastes. Compile different gardening essentials, such as seeds or seedlings, organic soil mix, mulch, all-natural compost, and a few different planting containers. You can also include gardening gloves and ergonomic tools made of recycled materials. Finish the gift with the inclusion of a book that describes different garden designs and gives tips for beginners. · Dine at a local restaurant. Many families take Mom out for a meal on her special day. To make the experience ecofriendly, select among restaurants that are close to home in the area. Explore the possibilities of restaurants that may serve foods made with local, organic ingredients. If you cannot find such a restaurant, do not worry, just choose a local establishment to conserve fuel. · Pay for a car tuneup. Improving the gas m i l e a g e o n M o m 's car is one gift that can be environmentally friendly. Keeping a car in shape can help save money and improve fuel economy. Fixing a serious maintenance problem, such as a faulty oxygen s e n s o r, c a n i m p r o v e Mom's gas mileage by as much as 40 percent. Also, be sure to have her car tires properly inflated. She can be losing gas mileage by 0.3 percent for every 1 psi drop in all four tires. Getting an oil change with the recommended grade of motor oil is another gas mileage improvement measure. · Purchase eco-friendly THURSDAY, APRIL 19, 2012 Atom AE: MVP - Spencer Booth, Most Sportsmanlike - Joshua Dunbar, Best Defenseman - Zach Booth, Most Improved Player - Logyn Nyitrai, Carol Smith Award - Owen Borges. ­ Submitted photo kitchen items. It may be a major faux pas to give Mom an appliance or a new vacuum for Mother's Day. However, if your mother is an avid cook or baker, she may appreciate some new mixing bowls or utensils made from recycled materials. If Mom is the consummate entertainer, get her new glass tumblers and sipping straws made from recycled glass. They are perfect for serving cocktails and outdoor entertaining. · Pamper mom with organic products. What mom doesn't enjoy a little pampering from time to time? You can treat your mother to a spa experience at home by assembling a basket full of organic shampoo, conditioner, massage oils, bath salts, and any other organic spa items you can find. · Select organic fruits and flowers. Companies like www.organicbouquet. com can assemble a bouquet made from responsibly grown flowers or even a wreath for a wall or door. They also have food gifts, from organic fruits to nuts. · Businesses, Institutions and Schools ­ Please send your employees and students out for a quick 22-Minute Clean-Up around your place of business. · · · Individuals, Families, Services Clubs, Youth Groups, Community Groups, and Churches. Litter pick up in ravines, parks and roadsides. Find a group on-line or form your own. Free gloves and bags will be available at the Robert C. Austin Operations Centre or from any Halton Hills McDonald's Restaurants. Thank you to all of our wonderful volunteers for pitching in to make Halton Hills beautiful and clean. Participants are encouraged to contact the Town of Halton Hills to register. Public Works Division Robert C. Austin Operations Centre 11620 Trafalgar Road Halton Hills, ON L7G 4S4 Tel.:905-873-2601 ext.2603 www.haltonhills.ca/earthday inf@haltonhills.ca Contact: