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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2012 THE NEW TANNER 7 GRAPEVINE Free Skates Thanks to the generosity of the Acton Firefighters Association, people can skate for free at Acton arena on Sunday (December 16) from 2 to 3:20 p.m. Participants are asked to bring a non-perishable food item for Acton's FoodShare food bank. *** Again this year, the Rotary Club of Acton will pick up the tab for skaters at Acton arena over the holidays. Free skates are booked for December 27 and 28, again on January 2, 3 and 4 from 2 to 3:20 p.m. walking group regularly draws a large crowd from Breslau, Burlington and Oakville. The Dufferin Centre will be closed December 24 and 26, and January 1 and re-open for indoor walking on January 2, from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Perfect gift Still looking for something for that hard-to- buy-for person? How about honouring them with a ceremonial brick to be installed in the Citizens' Hall currently under construction at the Acton Town Hall Centre. Proceeds from the buy a Save the date brick campaign will help pay The grand opening of to make the heritage buildthe renewed and expanded ing fully accessibly with an Georgetown library and elevator. For information call Cultural Centre is slated for 519-853-5302 or visit info@ Saturday, January 26 at 11 actontownhall.com a.m. The festivities include musical guests, all-age enNo community dinner tertainment, free coffee, cake Lack of a kitchen means and contests. For details visit there will not be a Communwww.hhpl.on.ca or call 905- ity Christmas Dinner this 873-2681. year in Acton ­ "regretfully" according to planning comDonor appeal mittee chair Ann Adema who Don't know what to give said in an email: "Perhaps a loved one for Christmas? someone special will step forGive a holiday miracle by do- ward with an alternate option nating blood in their name. ­ we believe in miracles." To Until January 2, near- those planning to attend this l y 1 0 0 , 0 0 0 l i f e - s a v i n g year's Community Christmas "miracles" are needed for dinner, Adema said they are hospital patients from coast to sorry, and plan to continue coast, many who will spend the tradition next year their holiday receiving canGrapevine heard that oncer treatment or undergoing going construction meant life-saving surgery and emer- Bethel Church could not gency care. host the holiday party, and no The next Acton blood donor other suitable location could clinic is December 20, from 5 be found. Adema said any to 8 p.m. at the Acton Legion one with questions can call on Wright Avenue, sponsored 519-853-3687. by McNabb Printing. To book an appointment call 1-888- 2 Film delays DONATE (1- 888-236-6283) No word who or what will or online at www.blood.ca be filming east of Acton on Tuesday, but the Town has Wall to wall walkers issued a courtesy notice adThe Dufferin Rural Com- vising motorists of potential munity Centre will expand controlled traffic stoppages ­ its hours to open five days no longer than three minutes in a week in the New Year to length ­ on December 18 from meet the needs of a stead- 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., in front ily growing group that pays of the Cedar Springs Motel. $2 per visit to use the indoor Town staff said they could facility in Prospect Park on not identify the film company Mondays/Wednesdays and involved ­ they believe it is a Fridays. television production ­ until As moms round the track, all of the required permits their pre-schoolers play in were issued, after the Tanner centre field, and the pole deadline. HOLIDAY HORSES: Cody and George, two Percheron owned by Leah and Steve McLean's Tara Oaks Stable, have been a fixture in Acton this holiday season, most recently pulling wagon loads of excited kids through the streets as part of the Acton BIA's Holiday Magic on Main & Mill last Thursday night. ­ Frances Learment photo Santa calls To the Editor, The Town of Halton Hills Recreation and Parks Department would like to extend a very special thank you to everyone who contributed to the annual "Santa Calls" program. A big heart felt thank you to Rick Chambers from Optimist Club of Georgetown who assisted in recruiting over 25 volunteers over three days. Their efforts are inspirational and have made a lasting impression on many children. In this busy world, it's wonderful to have people who will take the time to share with others. To the school principals, kindergarten teachers, and parents - thank you for participating in our 2012 program and helping to make it such an incredible success. A final thanks goes to the McGibbon, Subway and Toppers Pizza for providing the fuel for Santa to call so many children. With everyone's contributions and hard work Santa spoke to over 1,045 kindergarten children and their families to wish each and everyone a very Merry Christmas. Sincerely, Frank Prospero Recreation Supervisor Community Development Halton Hills, ON On thin ice To the Editor, I am writing about the article titled "Thin Ice Idiot." What gives you the right to call the man who fell through the ice, an idiot? You don't even know him and if you do, not well. I know him and he is far from an idiot. He is a family man with four kids and just had poor judgment that night. He is embarrassed by what he did and does not need to be called an idiot. Think about what he went through that night and his family when they found out. I know I didn't sleep Sun- day night. I feel you owe him and his family an apology. Name withheld for privacy of family. Editor's note: The intoxicated man risked his life, and possibly the safety of emergency responders. If the shoe fits... The need is great To the Editor, The Acton Salvation Army wishes to thank all who support our annual Christmas Campaign either by Kettle Donations or Letter Appeal. This makes it possible for us to assist families in need not only during the Christmas Season but throughout the year with accommodations, food and clothing. However, to date our donations have dropped by 40% and if the trend continues we will not be able to assist those in need as we have in the past. I know sometimes bad news elsewhere may influence the way we give locally, but be assured your donations are used right here in the Communities within our Ministry and are used for the intended purpose you desire. If you have forgotten or placed the letter aside I ask that you help us help others in this ongoing Ministry. May you have a Blessed Christmas and may God Bless you all. Major Sam Roberts (Officer/Pastor)