THURSDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2004 THE NEW TANNER ECLE IC SHOPPING: Acton's C: be. 'arm Winstone (right), daughter Bethany and hus- band Joe Marzalik are working hard but having fun at their new store -- My Cottage Dream -- in the old bookstore on Eastern Avenue. -- Frances Niblock photo BRANCH No. 197 LEGION NEws By James Hayes PRO. Comrades, Mary Papillon, the sister of our late comrade Peter Papillon has generously do- nated his wheelchair to the Legion. This gesture will en- able the Branch to expand its service, and is very much appreciated. The Outdoor Fun & Games afternoon was en- joyed by the hardy souls who participated, and I feel sure they will do it again next year. The Service of Remem- brance at the Cenotaph will take place on Saturday No- vember 6. Tomorrow night, Friday, October 15, is Initiation Night. Commencing at 8 pm, it will be followed by a free dance, at approximately 9 pm. Come on down and make the new members wel- come. Tonight is still Wing Nite and it is the start of the Thursday Night Cribbage League. Why not come down for them both? The Rama trip is coming up fast October 30. Don't miss the bus! Ladies Auxiliary Notes: Zone Bowling at George- town Saturday, October 16 --Bus leaves legion at 12:15 Zone Convention at Geor- getown Sunday, October 24 --Bus leaves legion at 11:30 Christmas Party at Black Forest Inn Conestoga -- Hand forms in plus money to Sue Poulsen deadline; Thursday, November 5. Christmas Dinner is Decem- ber 9. HALLOWEEN COSTUME CENTRE | 'ee ad We have Ducky dog, Bumblebee, Pumpkin pup, Elf, Top dog, Tuxedos, Graduation pup, and Devil Costumes. (519) 856-2218 or 888-844-1532 Fun fashions for Canine Furkids. Catalogue available by fax, mail, or e-mail. www. vipgrooming.ca Remember dues must be paid to Secretary Gail Gibson by December 31. Please Note: Zone Com- mander Ethel Eastwood will be at our General Meeting November 5. I would like to see as many members attend this meeting as possible. Yours in Comradeship Peggy Harris, President It will be held in the branch auditorium. Come and enjoy a free dance and welcome the newly initiated members to the branch. The dance will start about 9:00pm - 1:00 am after the initiation ceremony is completed. The toe tapping music will be provided by They hve generously donated their time and talents to this event in celebration of their own initiation into Branch 197 MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC ARE INVITED TO JOIN US AT THIS DANCE Bid documents for the services listed below, addressed to the Manager of Purchasing, 1151 BRONTE ROAD, OAKVILLE, ON L6M 3L1 will be received until 2:00 p.m. Oakville time on the specified closing date. Bid documents can be. seen or obtained through the Purchasing Division of the Corporate Services Department, same address as above, telephone 905-825-6000, extension 7011. If long distance charges apply, dial toll free 1-866-4HALTON (1-866-442-5866). Documents will be available for pick up on and after Tuesday October 12, 2004, and there is a non-refundable deposit of $26.75 (includes GST). Bidders who request documents to be shipped from the Purchasing Department must include a handling fee of $10.70 (includes GST) for this service. Bid documents are also available to download from Halton's website at www.region.halton.on.ca/bids for a non-refundable deposit of $10.70 (includes GST). A non-mandatory Proponent information session will be held on Wednesday October 20, 2004 at the Halton Regional Centre 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville, ON, in the Halton Room, starting at 1000 am and finishing no later than Noon. While not mandatory, all potential Proponents are encouraged to attend this session. Under no circumstances will facsimile or late bids be accepted or considered. Lowest or any bid not necessarily accepted. Halton Region relies on this advertisement to provide public notice of this business opportunity and is not obligated to notify any potential bidders in any other manner. P-040-04 WATER AND WASTEWATER BILLING SYSTEM CLOSING DATE: THURSDAY NOVEMBER 18, 2004 J. MACCASKILL, CA Commissioner of Corporate Services A. MINDENHALL, CPPO, Manager of Purchasing Services www.region.halton.on.ca/bids Let's Beat the Flu Tee meee Influenza Immunization Clinics for Seniors and High Priority Individuals The Halton Region Health Department is offering free flu immunization to people who are 65 years or older, those over 6 months of age with medical problems or a chronic illness and their care givers, health care workers, and emergency service workers. No appointments are necessary. Please wear a short-sleeved shirt. If you have a fever, or do not feel well, postpone your visit to a later date. S Tuesday, October 19, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Gellert Community Centre = 10241 8th Line, RR #2, Georgetown Wednesday, October 27, 1:00 - 7:00 p.m. Acton Arena, Community Hall (open to all) -- 415 Queen Street East, Acton Influenza Immunization Clinics Open to Everyone Wednesday, October 27, 1:00-7:00 p.m. Acton Arena, Community Hall / 415 Queen Street East, Acton © Tuesday, November 2, 3:30 - 8:00 p.m. Christ the King Secondary School 161 Guelph Street, Georgetown Wednesday, November 10, 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. _ St. Brigid Elementary School 73 Miller Drive, Georgetown Saturday, November 27, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. St. Andrew's United Church 89 Mountainview South, Georgetown For more information on influenza and clinic schedules 905-825-6000 www.region.halton.on.ca/health at = 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville, ON L6M 3L1 905-825-6000 Toll free: 1-866-4HA' 866-442-5866) TTY 905-827-9833