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10 - The Oakville Beaver, Friday June 9, 2006 AUCTION SALE Preview 3:00 pm, Auction 4:30 pm At The King's Court Banquet Hall 1159 King Rd, Burlington From the estates of Watters, Hatcliffe, Maddick Featuring an excellent selection of estate furnishings and collectibles. Large (over 60) Royal Doulton figurine collection, Hummel collection, Swarofski crystal collection, Cranberry glass, Masons Vista, assorted jewellery, ladies Rolex watch, musical instruments, several dinner services - Ashley, Minton, Coalport, etc. R.S. Prussia vase, quantity cups & saucers, Cornflower, vintage oak dine set, large oak bar cabinet, Quantity of new teak patio furniture sets, etc. EXCELLENT ESTATE Tuesday, June 13/06 Donovan Bailey laces up for LIFE Hike Five time World and Olympic Champion Donovan Bailey and Infectious Disease Specialist Dr. Allison McGeer will join hundreds of supporters this Saturday at the 8th Annual LIFE Hike at Lions Valley Park Once believed to be nearly eliminated as a public health threat, infectious diseases are now a leading cause of death worldwide. Influenza, invasive group A strep, salmonella, hepatitis, E.Coli and AIDS / HIV are just a few illnesses threatening our good health every day. For the past seven years, thousands of participants have taken steps on the Heritage Trails in Oakville for the LIFE Hike and 5K Fun Run. These individuals raise funds for the Canadian Foundation for Infectious Diseases (CFID) which funds the work of AMMI Canada . To date, the event has raised over $370,000 dollars. Bailey will be one of this year's LIFE Hike special guest. The five time world and Olympic Champion will be on hand to speak with participants and sign autographs as youngsters race against Bailey's 100m world record time. Dr. McGeer, of The Toronto Hospitals is a leading expert on infectious diseases. McGeer will address current infectious disease issues and announce a $50,000 research project funded by CFID. Registration for the event begins at 8 a.m. Opening ceremonies are at 9 a.m. The LIFE Hike starts at 9:15 a.m.. More information is available at www.researchid.com or by calling 905827-6008, #3. SHAFER AUCTION CO. LTD. 905-634-6300 Cash, Visa, Interac, 10% Buyers Premium check us out at www.oakvillebeaver.com Multiculturalism Day Picnic June 26 More Pond Myths Debunked Water in the landscape is a lifestyle more and more people are choosing every day. Check back each week as we dispel some of the common myths surrounding this latest trend in gardening. Myth 10: Digging my water feature leaves lots of soil and debris that is hard to get rid of. Fact: Constructing a water feature uses most of the debris. When digging the holes and troughs for your water garden, pond or stream don't be too quick to dispose of the soil. Finishing the feature will often require mounding, clumping and backfilling to express your design creativity. You will be surprised how much of what you thought was debris will actually be used. Listen to The Halton Multicultural Council (HMC) hosts its annual Multiculturalism Day Picnic on Tuesday, June 26 at Bronte Creek Provincial Park. The event ­ held in partnership with Maple Lodge Farms ­ takes place in the Breckon Shelter from 4 to 8 p.m. Everyone is welcome to enjoy food, entertainment, the beautiful surround- ings of the park and browsing community organization display booths. To attend please print off the flyer available at www.halton-multicultural.org and present it to the parking attendant for free parking. To volunteer, perform or to receive more information for this event contact Heather Hogan, Multiculturalism Day Coordinator, at 905-842-2486 ext. 29 or email hoganh@mcmaster.ca. The HMC is the only agency that facilitates and assists the settlement and integration of new immigrants and refugees to Halton Region. It also promotes and offers programs that foster intercultural understanding and appreciation among the diverse residents of Halton. for more www.terragreenhouses.com 905-332-3222 Burlington Waterdown 905-689-1999 905-876-4000 Milton 905-832-6955 Vaughan 7 DAYS A WEEK! Spot! Since 1952 Save 25% Bottle o removerf spot each ordwith er! FREE!