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POWER CLASSIFIEDS! BIRTHS * BEAUCHAMP -- Terry and Devon (nee Greig) and big brother Justin are happy to announce the safe arrival of Erin Michelle, on January 11, 1997, weighing 7 Ib. ¥20z. Proud grandparents are Harry and Sandra Greig of Georgetown and Barry and Roberte Beauchamp of Stur- geon Falls. Many special thanks to Dr. Norman, Dr. Cawkwell, Dr. Ramanna, Dr. Anand and all the OB nurses at Georgetown and Dis- trict Memorial Hospital for their ex- cellent care. GOWER - Kevin, Denise, big sis- ter Bobbi and big brother Scott are proudto announce the birth of Lucas David William, born February 7, 1997 at 4:39 am, weighing 7 lb. 6 oz. Proud grandparents are Bill and Sharon Gowerand John and Agnes Baker. Excited cousins, who are anxious to play with Lucas, are Patrick, Kylene, Spencer and Cameron. Special thanks to Dr. Ramanna, Dr. Diechert and every- one at GDMH for the great care. HANCZYK - Kelly and Coree (nee Collins) and big sister Taylor, are thrilled to announce the arrival Logan Brooke. She arrived on Jan. 18, 1997 weighing 8 Ib. 1 0z. at Peel Memorial Hospital. Proud grand- parents are Lou and Carol Hanczyk and Fred and Carol Collins, and the late Marilyn Collins. Special thanks to Dr. McCallion. JUBINVILLE (PATTERSON) -- Paul, Tracey and big brother Dylan are thrilled to announce the arrival of Owen Jacob on Feb. 6, 1997 at 10:32 am. Sharing in the joy are proud grandparents Bob and Pat Patterson of Acton and George and Yvonne Jubinville of Milton. Thanks to Drs. Embree and Clark and the staff of the birthing unit at Guelph General Hospital. McFARLANE --- Jeff and Kara (nee Leatherland) welcome with love the arrival of our first child, a son, _ William James, on February 4, 1997. William weighed 10 Ib. 7 oz! Proud first-time grandparents are Ed and Sally Leatherland and Jim and Shirley McFarlane. Uncles Greg Leatherland and Rob McFarlane and Auntie Martha McFarlane are excited William has arrived. Great-grandparents are Marion McFarlane and Ben and Marjorie Madill. Smiling from above, Margaret and William Wilson and Lillian Leatherland, beloved great- grandparents. BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES ARE you seeking more free time plus financial independence? Be- come a sales manager for a very profitable air purification business today. Phone now! 1-800-820-0699 (B) GOVERNMENT funds. Govern- ment assistance programs infor- mation available. For your new or existing business. Take advantage of the government grants and loans. Call 1-800-915-3615. (B) TRAVEL professionals interna- tional. Become part of Canada's fastest growing Travel Agency Franchise. Operate your business full-time, part-time, from your home, office or storefront. Investment $12,500. Call: 1-800-757-8580. 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(B) LEARN auctioneering at the South- western School of Auctioneering. Next class April 12-18/97. Contact: Southwestern Ontario School of Auctioneering, R.R. 5, Woodstock, Ontario N4S 7V9 (519)537-2115. (B) COMING EVENTS February, March, April: The Credit Valley Artisans offer a number of art classes through the winter, in- cluding pottery, weaving drawing fundamentals, stained glass, crea- tive clay and a print-making work- shop. Classes are available for children and adults and range in price from $40. For further informa- tion or to register, call Susan at 877-4507. Feb. 26, Wednesday-1 pm:Acton Seniors Recreation Centre is hold- ing their annual general meeting. Meeting features refreshments, prizes and entertainment. March 1, Saturday--9 amto4 pm: Bring your teddy bear or doll for their annual checkup with a nurse at the Georgetown Marketplace Mall. Checkups will be done at the Georgetown Hospital display booth. Contact Shirley Andrechek at 873- 0111 ext. 243 for more info. March 1, Saturday - 8 pm: The Georgetown Choral Society is giv- ing a benefit concert for the North Halton Distress and Information Centre at Knox Presbyterian Church in Georgetown. Tickets are available from Halton Hills Furni- ture and Appliances in Acton, Bergsma's Paint and Wallpaper in the Georgetown Market Place Mall, and the Freckled Lion on Main Street in Georgetown. For more information or tickets, please call (905)877-1211. March 4, Tuesday -- 7:30pm: At Trinity United Church (Acton), there will be an information session fea- turing Caroline Terpstra, registered massage therapist who practices in Acton. Caroline will speak about therapeutic massage and stress management. She'll also discuss and demonstrate massage for all ages and lifestyles, self massage, tips for relaxation, nutritional sup- plements for muscle health and relaxation. Cost is $2 at the door. For more info, call Elly at 853-3896. ALUATION CERTIFICATE This certificate entitles a residential property owner to one market evaluation by Gary Brand, and a complete presentation of the New Royal LePage Home Marketing Program, and the Royal LePage Exclusive Personal Service Guarantee. This service to be performed without cost or obligation to you. Return this valuable certificate or call Gary for an appointment. March 7, Friday -- 7 pm: World Day of Prayer at St. Joseph's Ro- man Catholic Church, Acton. Guest Speaker: Father Peter Watters. Babysitting will be available. Eve- ryone is welcome. Skating: Thanks to the Acton Ro- tary Club and the Optimist Club of Georgetown, there will be free skat- ing at both the Acton arena and Georgetown Memorial Arena daily, from 1 to 2:20 pm. March 8, Saturday -- 9 am to 3:30 pm: Learn emergency first aid and child, infant CPR with the St. John Ambulance.Please call Yvon Essiembre, 853-4889 after 6 pm; David Burke at 877-1045; or leave a message at 873-8442. March 9, Sunday -- 9:am to 3:30 pm: You've taken CPR courses before -- now it's time to re-certify, with the St. John Ambulance. Call Yvon Essiembre, 853-4889 after 6 pm; David Burke at 877-1045; or leave a message at 873-8442 for more information. "March 10 to 14: March Break is fast approaching. Take note of some of the activities offered lo- cally, to keep your kids happily oc- cupied, and you comfortably sane! March Break riding camp: At Wildwood Manor Ranch, Sth Line, Georgetown. Program runs from 9 am to 4:30 pm, extended hours available. $40/day; $174/week. Call 877-6852 for more info. March Break fun at the YMCA: Licensed quality school-age childcare providing a variety of ac- tivities to include: crafts, games, special events and much, much more. Offered at George Kennedy P.S., Georgetown, St. Brigid Catho- lic School, Georgetown, and McKenzie-Smith Bennett P.S., Acton. Cost is. $25 per day; bring your own lunch. Register by March 1. For more information, contact Caroline Browning, 877-0367 or Brenda Quinn, 853-0909. Basketball day camp: The em- phasis is on fun and fundamentals and includes all levels of ability for kids from.10 to 16. Classes run from 9 am to 3 pm at Georgetown High and cost $90 for the week. Call Moe Leeking, 905-332-6716 or register at the GDHS main office. Bowling:Acton Bowling Lanes has some March Break specials from 12 noon to 6 pm daily: two game shoes and taxes, $3.50; three games, shoes and taxes, $5. Call ahead for reservations, 853-0470. Georgetown Bowl has some deals too: children can bowl for $2.50 a game; adults for $2.85 a games. For reservations call 877-9922. APARTMENTS | FOR RENT! 1 Bedroom. Stove & Fridge. Includes Laundry facilities on-site. Close to all amenities. Same Day Approval. Open 7 days Swimming: The two Halton Hills swimming pools have planned a fun-filled week of swims during March Break, from 2 to 4 pm daily. Cost is $1.85 for youth/child/sen- ior; $2.75 for adults; $6.50 for fami- lies. Call 873-2601, ext. 275 for further details. Leadership training: Do you want to be a recreation leader? Rec. and Parks is offering a Leaders in Train- ing course for 13- and 14-year-olds and Junior Leaders class for those aged 15 and 16. Cost is $66, pay- able upon registration. Register by Feb. 21. Call 873-2601, ext. 262 for more info. At the Library: Halton Hills goes Hollywood with their March Break programs. The "I'ma Star" program is geared to children aged 5 and up and is offered in Georgetown on March 12 and 10:45 am and 2 pm. In Acton it runs March 11 at 10:45 am and March 12 at 2 pm. The libraries will also show free movies and contests. Drop by the Georgetown and Acton libraries for more details. Aikido: Halton Hills Aikido, 42 Mill St., Georgetown is offering special classes, March 10 to 14 from 10am to 2 pm, and march 15 from 12:30. to3pm. Children aged 6 to9 and 10 to 14 can leam self-defence, fit- ness and fun. Cost is $50 per child. Register my March 1. Contact Fred Haynes at 873-1295 for all the de- tails. Georgetown Marketplace: March Break Mad Science. This exciting, high energy Mad Science event will stimulate your children's minds and spark their imagination. A unique combination of hands-on activities and fun demonstrations -- - free cotton candy too! For more information, call the administration office at 873-8918. Dance: Learn fun, fitness, retro dance and line dancing at the Fla- mingo Dance Studio, 36 Main St. S. Classes for 13 and older cost $99 with a light snack included. Classes runfrom 9:30 am to 1:30 pm. There's limited space, so call Dorri at 873- 4907 to reserve your spot! March 11, Tuesday -- 10:30 am to noon: The Eramosa Community Library is pleased to announce its 2nd annual Kids Cooking Contest. Callthe library at 856-4851 for more information. March 11, Tuesday -- 7:30 pm: Attend the next meeting of the Acton Women's Association, at the Acton Band Hall, 85 Wallace St. Guest speakers for the evening will be Annie Kerkhof from Willow Lane Natural Foods and Caroline Terpstra, registered massage therapist. For further details, call Cathy as ASSIC, 853-3310. DRESSMAKING CUSTOM tailored adaptive cloth- 'RRR 11111111111 ROYAL LEPAGE eames 11111 Aim Higher. 'TWO Royal LePage Real Estate Services Lad. Broker 1993. ing, special occasion and bridal packages, alterations and. repair. Call Adaptive Designs, (519)853- 2283. (tin) a week. GARY BRAND, Associate Broker _ (905) 877-0173 (1-800-387-2230) 170 Guelph Street, Halton Hills (Georgetown) L7G 4A7 This is not intended to solicit properties listed for sale or valid while listed for sale, * Gary Brand Phone asocae Broker 853-4374 Acton APARTMENTS FOR SALE RETIRED disk jockey selling all 45s, albums, tapes. Over 5,000 items. Call (519)853-0470 for ap-