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www.oakvillebeaver.com The Oakville Beaver Weekend, Saturday September 30, 2006 - 13 Blakelock challenges other schools to build the best float The Oakville Santa Claus Parade introduces a new judging category this year; Best School Float. This is a great chance for schools throughout Oakville to showcase their school spirit and creativity by participating in their community. Last year's winner, T.A. Blakelock High School, won for Best Community Float and Best Overall Float. "We were thrilled with our win last year," says Julie Harmgardt, Blakelock's float organizer. "It was a lot of work getting the float together, however, when we saw the cheering crowd and the kids' big smiles, it was all worth it." Harmgardt rode as the head elf on their float titled, Christmas Photo with the TAB Tiger. The float featured their school mascot, students dressed as presents, a jack- in- the- box and many green and red elves. This year, Blakelock is challenging other Oakville schools to join them in creating their own school float. The winning school will receive an award that can be displayed in their awards case for the year, along with a group photo plaque to last for years to come. School bands are welcome to participate in the parade as well. School entries can include a small band on their float or have their marching band play the streets of downtown Oakville. Entry forms for the Oakville Santa Claus Parade are now available online. Entries are already coming in for this year's parade. Remember, the deadline for entries is the first 50 entries received, or Oct. 27, whichever comes first. Now in its 58th year, the Oakville Santa Claus Parade is a cherished tradition in our Town. The 2006 Parade takes place Saturday, Nov. 18, beginning at 9 a.m. and will follow a new route. This year's Parade will begin at Lakeshore Road and Reynolds, go west on Lakeshore to Kerr Street, north on Kerr and end at Kerr and Stewart Streets. The Santa Claus Parade is always looking for volunteers to assist on Parade Day to ensure the Parade runs smoothly. Information about the various volunteer opportunities can be found online. For entry forms and information on the School Challenge or volunteering with the Parade, visit our website at www.oakvillesantaclausparade.ca or leave a message at 905-815-5981. -- Submitted by the Oakville Santa Claus Parade Committee. Canadian Cancer Society Oakville Unit Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer NOVEMBER 5, 2006 · OAKVILLE PLACE · REGISTRATION 7:30 A.M. Look Who's On Our Team! Join Us In the Fight Against Breast Cancer. Register ONLINE now at www.cancer.ca For more information, please call (905) 845-5231 Site Sponsor Radio Media Sponsor Print Media Sponsor Thanksgiving food drive underway Fareshare Foodbank's Thanksgiving Food Drive - the agency's most important event of the year - continues until Oct. 15. Donations of all non-perishable food are welcome, but the following are items Fareshare invariably runs short of: canned fruit, canned vegetables (except corn), canned tomatoes and instant coffee. The public has the option of dropping off donations at any of Oakville's fire halls or at Fareshare itself, located at 1240 Speers Rd., Unit 6. The foodbank will be open during the drive from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday to Saturday. Oakville supermarkets will provide drop-off bins while donation bags will be handed out at the Real Canadian Superstore. Those wishing to donate money can also send cheques (for which income tax receipts will be issued) to 1240 Speers Rd., Unit 6, Oakville, Ontario, L6L 2X4. Cash donations will also be accepted at the Real Canadian Superstore. For more information call 905-8473988. 10th Annual ATHENA Gala Dinner Wednesday, October 25, 2006 6:00 pm Champagne Reception 7:00 pm Dinner Susan Aglukark Guest speaker Tickets: $75 NO PAIN, ALL GAIN! Nia is transformational movement for body, mind and spirit. Move your body to great music and experience new levels of fitness, mindfulness, expressiveness and personal growth. Every Nia class leaves you feeling relaxed and energized. Come see what the joy of movement can do for you! Plus! "All The Moves" new to Nia workshops! Lunchtime Classes at The Fleming School of Performing Arts (Cornwall Road) Monday and Friday, 12:30 PM Contact Anna Schantz, Black Belt Nia Teacher 905.332.3012 annaschantz@cogeco.ca to register or for information on classes at other locations, workshops and personal training. Grace Academy of Dance (south of QEW/Bronte Road at Wyecroft & Pacific) Tuesday 12:30 PM, Wednesday 7:30 PM Contact Leslie McHugh, Blue Belt Nia Teacher 289.242.4489 niaonthemove@hotmail.com to register or for information on classes at other locations, workshops and personal training. Includes Champagne Reception and Wine with Dinner To order tickets go to www.companyofwomen.ca where you can order online, email info@athenaoakville.ca or phone 905-467-7919 www.nia-nia.com · 1.800.762.5762 Oakville Conference and Banquet Centre 2515 Wyecroft Road, Oakville (just south of the QEW at Bronte Road)