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COMMUNITY CALENDAR FRIDAY, JAN. 8 Play Euchre: at the Acton Legion on Fridays: 7:15-9:45 p.m. Euchre: at the Georgetown Legion on Fridays. $2. Everyone welcome. PhotoArt: the Annual Photo Com- petition, organized by the PhotoArt Committee, and hosted by the Halton Hills Camera Club. This competition is open to the entire Halton Hills Com- munity, with Adult , Youth and chil- dren categories. There are some great prizes to be won this year. For details check out the Young's Pharmacy win- dow display until Jan. 16. SATURDAY, JAN. 9 Fifth-annual Local Artist Ben- efit Concert: 7 p.m. at Knox Presby- terian Church, 44 Main St. N. Acton. Featured entertainer is Monty Greig, Canadian Crooner. Other performers: instrumentalists, school choir, visual artists, storyteller, dance group. Free- will offering. Light refreshments. Info: 519-853-1639 or 519-853-2360. Hungry Man Breakfast: 8-11 a.m. at the Georgetown Legion. All wel- come. Adults $6, children under 12, $3. Sausages are now on the menu. Volunteer help always appreciated. Halton Hills Sports Museum: will re-open on Saturday, Jan. 9, during the Raider's Game from 7-9 p.m. and Sun- day, Jan. 10, from 1-4 p.m. Photography for Kids Program: Kids, aged 9-13 are invited to a four- week course in photography at Halton Hills Public Library. Experts at the Halton Hills Camera Club will lead the course. Bring any kind of camera, even a phone. Fee $30. Saturdays, Jan- uary 9-30 from 1-2 p.m. Info: 905-873- 2681 x2520 or www.hhpl.on.ca Writers' Circle at Halton Hills Public Library: A monthly meet-up for local writers to share ideas, proj- ects and writing prompts. Find your inspiration to put pen to paper (or fin- gers to keyboard!). You are welcome to bring up to two pages of your writing to share. If you'd like detailed feed- back, please bring approx. 5-10 copies to hand out to the group. No registra- tion required; just drop in, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. a the Georgetown library. Info: www.hhpl.on.ca or call 905-873- 2681 ext. 2511. Nordic Walking groups: Come learn the proper Nordic Walking tech- nique. Poles for those who wish to try! Acton--The Dufferin Centre, Mon- days, and Fridays 10-11 a.m. Bring a twoonie to get in. Georgetown-- Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. Meet in the parking lot of the Gellert Centre, by the baseball diamonds. Bring a twoonie for Community Living North Halton. Saturdays, 9 a.m. meet at Creature Comfort, Main St. S. Bring a twoonie for Community Living North Halton. Groups led by Nordixx Master In- structor Ginger Quinn and sponsored by GTA Home Health Care, 905-691- 9122, Ginger.quinn@sympatico.ca SUNDAY, JAN. 10 MPP's Family Skate: The public is invited to come skate with MPP Ted Arnott, 2:15-3:45 pm at Mold-Masters SportsPlex (Fernbrook Homes ice pad). Bruce Trail Halton Hills Chap- ter Hike: Depart at 10 a.m. from the Georgetown Market Place parking lot, south of the medical building, east of Walmart OR meet in Acton at 10:20 a.m. in front of Royal Bank, Sobeys plaza. The hiking route, about two hours, will be decided on the day of the hike. Points of interest that we will aim to target are Blue Springs Boy Scout Camp and the Sugar Shack Trail. Dress for the weather, hiking boots are required, wear your icers and bring adequate water/snacks. Medium pace, moderate terrain. Weather con- ditions, snow and ice, might influence the hiking challenge. Hike Leader: Heinz Rusche 905-877-3298 MONDAY, JAN. 11 Adult Learning: Adults, do you need to upgrade your skills in read- ing, writing, math or workplace com- puters? Need help preparing for high school credit, GED or college entrance? The Adult Learning Centre is holding an information session at 1:30 p.m., at 72 Mill St. in Georgetown, suite 206. Info/ to register, call 905- 873-2200. TUESDAY, JAN. 12 Family Storytime: at various ven- ues and time throughout the week until March. Check out the Halton Hills Public Library website, www. hhpl.on.ca and click on Programs and Events. Lego at the Library: Lego maniacs of all ages can meet weekly at the Li- brary! We'll supply the Lego and you can bring your ideas. No registration required; just drop in! Georgetown Branch: Tuesdays, Jan. 12 to March 1, 3-5 p.m.; Acton Branch: Thursdays, Jan. 14 to March 3, 3-5 p.m. For more information, call 905-873-2681 x2520 or 519-853-0301 or visit www.hhpl. on.ca WEDNESDAY, JAN. 13 Silver-Wood Women's Institute: meets 7 p.m. at the historic Devereaux House, 11494 Trafalgar Rd. Come for a book exchange and make an origa- mi bookmark. For over 118 years the W.I. has focused on education in the home and the community and is not affiliated with any religion or political party and is open to all women. Info: Donna, 905-877-0592, or Annemarie, 905-873-2519. Esquesing Historical Society: meets 7:30 p.m. (refreshments 7 p.m.) at Knox Church, 116 Main St. S., Geor- geotwn. Topic: Room for the Night - Hotels and their attendant bar rooms have always been a feature of settle- ments. Local historian Mark Rowe will take us on a tour of the "Hotels" of Esquesing, exploring the history of roadside watering holes to the finest establishments in town. Bruce Trail Halton Hills Chap- ter Hike: Leisurely to medium pace, easy terrain, 5-6 km local hike. De- part at 9:30 a.m. from the Georgetown Market Place parking lot, south of the medical building, east of Walmart. Afterwards, we'll stop for lunch at a local eatery (optional). Dress for the weather. Hiking boots required. Bring adequate water/snacks. Hike Leader: Angelika 905-877-7805 asgk.cana- da@sympatico.ca. English Conversation Circles: Join the Centre for Skills Develop- ment and Training staff to practise your English conversation skills with fluent English speakers in a comfort- able group setting on Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Georgetown library. Newcomers to Canada wel- come! Call 905-693-8103 ext. 207 to register. THURSDAY, JAN. 14 Senior Men's Luncheon: Starts at noon at St. John's United Church. All retired men are invited for lunch with Mayor Rick Bonnette. Cost is $10. For more information, please call (905) 877-6029. Local Author Showcase: Find a new favourite author or share your own writing at Halton Hills Public Library! Local writers are invited to read a small sample of their work (750 words, 5 minutes) in an open-mic format for a friendly audience, 6:30- 8:30 p.m. at the Georgetown Library.. Please register at a Library Service Desk if you wish to read your work. The order of readers will be randomly drawn at the event. Please call 905- 873-2681 ext. 2511 for more informa- tion or visit www.hhpl.on.ca Newcomer Services: Newcomers to Halton Hills can meet with a Settle- ment Information Specialist from The Centre for Skills Development and Training at Halton Hills Public Li- brary, Georgetown Branch! Get help with questions you may have about settling into the community. George- town Branch: Thursday, Jan. 14 and 28, 1-4 p.m. Acton Branch: Tuesday, Jan. 12, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Please con- tact Alex Harchenko at 905-693-8103 ext. 204 or harchenkoa@thecentre. on.ca to make an appointment. Halton Hands in Motion: Learn to knit with the Knitting and Crochet Guild from 7-9 p.m. at Hillsview Active Living Centre. Featuring guest speaker Kelene Kinnersly. FRIDAY, JAN. 15 Play Euchre: at the Acton Legion on Fridays: 7:15-9:45 p.m. Euchre: at the Georgetown Legion on Fridays. $2. Everyone welcome. SUNDAY, JAN. 17 MPP's Family Skate: The public is invited to come skate with MPP Ted Arnott, 2-3:30 p.m. at the Acton Arena & Community Centre, 415 Queen St., Acton. Rabies clinic: The Upper Credit Humane Society and Bold Canine in Erin have joined forces to provide a rabies vaccination clinic for cats and dogs at Bold Canine's facilities in Erin. This clinic is sponsored by a local vet- erinarian and will be held 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information on the clinic contact Bold Canine or the Up- per Credit Humane Society, upper- credit.com Thursday, January 7, 2016 - The IFP - H alton H ills - w w w .theifp.ca Page 21 By Cory Soal R.H.A.D. . . . Lend MeYour Ears We care about your hearing! Professional Arts Building 99 Sinclair Ave., Suite 210, Georgetown 905-873-6642 Serving the community of Halton Hills and surrounding areas since 1992 The Georgetown The following few tips, if followed correctly, will prolong the benefits and enjoyment of better hearing: • Do not get the hearing aid wet • Do not leave the instrument where it is too hot or cold • Try not to drop the hearing aid • Do not spray cleaning solution or hair spray on the instrument • Keep the instrument and batteries out of the reach of small children and especially pets If any of the above problems do occur, please don't hesitate to call. COUNSELLING THE NEW HEARING AID USER SPOT ONE LIVE 289 Rutherford Rd. S. Brampton 905-456-0422 This Friday 7 to 11 No cover ! ELVIS's BIRTHDAY featuring TERRY CHISHOLM with JAMES ANTHONY BAND This Saturday 9:30 to 1am Hall of Fame Show, DEEP PURPLE tribute BURN. Only $10 at door Jan.13 - Hip Hop Comedy show, 8pm Jan.15 - Harrison Kennedy, 7pm Jan16 - MUCHMUSIC Video Dance Jan.17 - Amazing Fernandez Hypnotist RESERVE DINNER 905-456-0422 DVD & BLU-RAY RentALs OVER 10,000 TiTlEs QUIK-PIK VARIETY STORE across from CtK 905-877-6463 160 GuElph sT., GEORGETOwn • Lottery • GreetING CArDS • e-CIGArette • AtM • Martian • The Intern • Hotel Transylvania 2 New Releases $999 S P E C I A L ANY 2 MOVIES, 2L POP & Large Bag of chips Cheaper than Costco + tax Congratulations Kayla Marie Powers & Dr. Grant Carr Goulet on your wedding August 29, 2015 Our family is very happy for you both. Much Love Gramma (Merle, Carr) and your late Grampa (Dennis R. Carr)