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26 - The Oakville Beaver Weekend, Saturday November 18, 2006 www.oakvillebeaver.com Rigatoni for Research Dinner, auction raises $250,000 The Hospital for Sick Children's brain tumour research department received a $250,000 donation thanks to the Rigatoni for Research Dinner and Silent Auction held Nov. 8 at Oakville's le Dome and banquet centre. The fundraiser, now in its ninth year, is run by active b.r.a.i.n.child volunteers Kathy and Danny Douthart, who lost their son, Christopher, to a brain tumour in 1997. Rigatoni for Research is one of the Hospital for Sick Children's biggest third party fundraising events, and its Arthur and Sonia Labatt Brain Tumour Research Centre has received more than $1.25 million from the fundraiser over the past nine years. Monies raised have been allocated towards innovative research proposals/studies and to purchase vital equipment for researchers at the BTRC. These efforts have empowered doctors and researchers in their quest to find a cure for brain tumour disease. More than 100 new cases of brain tumours are diagnosed at The Hospital for Sick Children every year -- a statistic that's rising annually at a rate of 20 per cent. In children, brain tumours are the most common malignancy after leukemia, and are the most common solid tumour. That's why the Douthart family and the rest of the Rigatoni for Research Committee continue to organize the event on an annual basis. motherhood inspiring greatness Pregnancy and mom fitness, yoga, personal training, birth services and more. Beginner to Athlete. Winter Special! Buy one class-Get the 2nd class FREE! Make Changes for a Lifetime sr CALL THESE PROFESSIONALS OAKVILLE 416-821-7240 www.fitmomcanada.com r TM GALL & ASSOCIATES OPTOMETRISTS Our goal is clear comfortable vision. Comprehensive Eye Exams Laser Vision Care Contact Lenses & Glasses New Patients Welcome 247 North Service Rd. W. Suite 203 More than 100 new cases of brain tumours are diagnosed at The Hospital For Sick Children every year -- a statistic that's rising annually at a rate of 20 per cent. This year's fundraiser featured a silent auction of items worth more than $65,000, all generously donated by local businesses and friends. The dinner was also a big success, selling out all 500 tickets. At the end of the night, the Rigatoni for Research Committee was proud to present a cheque for $250,000 to the Arthur & Sonia Labatt Research Centre. Every year, countless ripples flow from this event. The actions of individuals and companies, who have taken up the cause themselves, exemplify what it takes to be one of Christopher's Ripples. This year, Bunzl Canada raised $172,000 through its annual golf tournament, with the support of Scott Oakville (905) 825-1216 Monday & Friday Tuesday & Thursday Wednesday Hotline 24 Hour Service 11am - 2pm 11am - 5pm 11am - 7:30pm 1-800-550-4900 905-338-2020 Dr. Ronald Gall Dr. Susan Che www.visionsource-drgall.com AT DORVAL DRIVE HOPEDALE MALL SUITE 204 Prescription Orthotic ATTENTION WINE LOVERS! Register now to receive a egist SHOES See Schools page 27 FREE WINE SELECTION REE W TIP NOW AVAILABLE Call to book your Biomechanical Assessment today. *Partially covered by most Insurance Companies Seminar focuses on menopause Women are invited to attend a free seminar entitled When Does Menopause End? on Thursday, Nov. 30 at 7 p.m. in Milton. The event has been organized by Halton Healthcare Services (Milton District Hospital site), in partnership with the Women's Health Alliance of Halton. Dr. Saleem Feroze, an obstetrician and gynecologist practicing in Oakville and Halton Healthcare Services will speak about different aspects of menopause and in particular when a woman can expect to be symptom free. A question-and-answer period will follow the formal presentation. The seminar will be held at the Southside Community Church, 2850 Derry Rd. East (beside Milton hospital). Light refreshments and displays will be available between 6:30-7 p.m. The presentation starts at 7 p.m. To reserve a seat, please call 905338-4379 or e-mail elittle@haltonhealthcare.on.ca. www.towineandcheese.com Buy tickets online & download admission discount coupons! Alliance Chiropody (Foot Care) Clinic Also Specializing in: · Foot/Arch Pain · General/Diabetic Care · Permanent Ingrown Toenail Removal · Custom Made Orthotics SALIMA KASSAM REG. CHIROPODIST CALL 905-845-2291 AMERICAN AMERICA EXPRESS EXPR P 232 SOUTH SERVICE ROAD E. OAKVILLE