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www.oakvillebeaver.com The Oakville Beaver, Wednesday April 23, 2008 - 17 Sisters run with spring sprint alongside their mom A pair of Oakville sisters is not just making time for homework this spring, but also fundraising for the Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada's Toronto Spring Sprint. Sandra Encinales, 17, and her sister Michelle, 14, have grown up in River Oaks which they've called home for nearly a dozen years. While the pair now attends high school at Mississauga's French School, Ste. Famille, they have supported the Toronto Spring Sprint -- to be held in Toronto this Saturday -- as it's a cause that hits close to home. Their mom, Flavia's, brother died of a brain tumour years ago at the age of 37. He left behind a wife and two small children. As Flavia is on the Toronto Spring Sprint organizing committee, her daughters also dove into the fundraising last year -- with outstanding results. Sandra, a Grade 12 student, does hair wraps onsite at the Spring Sprint event while Michelle did fundraising at their school. Together they raised more than $1,500 last year -- a whopping $1,200 from Michelle. Michelle held a fundraising school event that raised $1,200. Michelle is planning to double her efforts this year to reach $3,000. "I was first inspired to become part of the Spring Sprint when I went to a Spring Sprint organizing committee meeting with my mom. I was inspired by the whole team's ideas and commitment," said Michelle, a Grade 9 student. "I started brainstorming my own ideas and came up with holding a "port libre," a day where students paid $2 to wear whatever they wanted instead of their uniform," she said. Michelle admits that raising money is a lot of hard work and takes up a lot of time. but in the end believes it is really worth it. "I try to get my friends and school involved. On the day of the school fundraiser, my friend Sabrina helped me count the money for three straight hours," said Michelle. "People, including teenagers, get caught up in our own lives and fail to realize how lucky we all are. We should all do something to help others in our community. Anyone can make a difference," she said. "Last year, on the day of the Spring Sprint there was joy and happiness in the air, despite some cold weather. Helping a charity is something that you decide to do for yourself," said Michelle. "People don't realize the feeling you get when you know that you've changed someone's life. It is so good and refreshing." "This year's Spring Sprint Committee is extremely proud and honoured by Michelle and Sandra's commitment to this year's event. They are true crusaders dedicated to raising funds towards finding a cure for brain tumours," said Sherri Jordan, Spring Sprint, Event Co-ordinator. The Guys From Hamilton Are Back!! GOLF LIQUIDATORS ORLIMAR DELUXE 3 WHEEL CART JR. SET WITH BAG "I hope other youth will be inspired by their tremendous commitment and support and I encourage young people to take their lead and get involved," said Jordan. The Toronto Spring Sprint will be held at Sunnybrook Park, Sports Pavilion on Saturday, April 26 at 9 a.m., rain or shine. To register, sponsor a team, and/or support Canadian's affected by brain tumours, log on to www.springsprint.ca. Thurs and Fri 10 am to 8 pm FOR 4 DAYS ONLY APRIL 24-25-26-27 1494 Wallace Rd - Near the corner of Speers and 3rd Line Sat and Sun 10 am to 5 pm Knights of Columbus Hall - OAKVILLE TAYLOR MADE R7 DRIVER Men's or Ladies High Quality ORLIMAR Brand New GOLF BALLS $ 3999 79 99 $ 189 Men's Reg or Stiff Now in Ladies And Senior Flex GOLF 00 GLOVES $ 99 FULL 11pc MEN'S SET $ 14 99 5 $ 79 99 $ 2 DOZEN 24 PACK Men's or Ladies GOLF SHOES Callaway - Nike - Adidas - Etonic Men's Wide and Extra Wide Sizes upto 16 ORLIMAR Titanium DRIVER Reg. $249 $ $ 4999 29 99 GOLF BAGS GRAPHITE HYBRIDS Hottest Club in Golf You Have to Try One MEN'S $2999 - $6999 LADIES $1499 - $5999 Fairway Wood Reg. $169 19 to $ 99 79 $ 99 $ 25 00 LARGE ANTIQUE AUCTION! ART; FURNITURE; CARPETS; DECORATIVE; COINS; MILITARIA & COLLECTIBLES! Saturday, April 26th, 2008 Preview at 9:30 am; Auction starts at 10:30 am LONDON LONG GRAPHITE NIKE STRATA FOG SLEEVE 1-3-5-7 HYBRIDS GOLF or 9 Wood Golf Umbrella Mock Neck JUST IN HATS Reg. $39 Shirts Reg. $29 Reg. to $69 Reg. $12 $ 99 6 $ 99 3 $ 10 $ each 5999 $ 99 1 Flamborough Auctions · 905-690-1380 at 845 Hwy. 6 N., Millgrove, ON, 4 km north of Clappisons Corners (Hwy. #5). Terms: Cash, VISA, MasterCard, Interac, 10% Buyers Premium Currently Accepting Consignments for Future Auctions Order Your Custom Logoed Products Now and SAVE - shirts - jackets - umbrellas - towels and more