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22 - The Oakville Beaver, Wednesday December 12, 2007 www.oakvillebeaver.com Discover Christmas at Your Container Gardening Centre Since 1975 Christmas Pet Photos at Hopedale Mall! Thursday evenings in December at Hopedale Mall may never be the same as four-footed, furry friends invade to get some face time with Santa. The annual tradition of welcoming the neighbourhood pets of the cat and dog variety into the popular Bronte area plaza (northeast corner of Rebecca Street and Third Line) is back. Dressed in their seasonal finery, Fido and Tiger will be itching to get to the front of the line to finally sit on Santa's lap while their proud owners await the click of the camera flash and memorymaking photo. Christmas Pet Photos are at Hopedale Mall beginning Dec. 6 from 5 to 7 p.m. It's the same time slot on subsequent Thursdays before Christmas, on Dec. 13 and 20. At each session 13 appointments are available. Appointments booked in advance are required to ensure a spot in line and reduce waiting times for everyone. "People look forward to this annual event," said Vicky Schutte who represents the mall's merchants association. A photo package costs $16.49, which includes a variety of sizes and dimensions. To add an 8X10 to the package the cost is just $6. Gift tags bearing the pet's adorable mug are a popular choice too, said Schutte. The images of Santa and Buddy or Kitty, are directed to Black's Photography, which is adja- Gift Certificates come in all denominations. No expiry date. FRESH OUTDOOR ARRANGEMENTS in 5 Matching Themes Starting at Door Pieces · Hanging Baskets Window Boxes & Urn Drop-ins $4499 Poinsettas Many sizes and colours available. We offer custom decorating Monday to Saturday 9-5, Sunday 10-5 Map at www.crawfords.ca or call 905·878·0223 (Milton) cent to the snapshot area and where they are printed and picked up. In the past the seasonal pet photo promotion has attracted a variety of unusual characters, such as snakes and roosters even, said Schutte. But this year, this special photo opportunity is only offered to the more typical pets such as dogs and cats. Call the management office to book an appointment at 905 827-7146 ext. 11. Santa officially arrives at Hopedale Mall, at noon on Saturday Dec. 1 from 1 to 5 p.m. and returns every Thursday (11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 4 to 8 p.m.), Friday (4 to 8 p.m.) and Saturday (noon to 5 p.m.) after that. He's also there Dec. 23 and Dec. 24 from noon to 4 p.m. GIVE TO SAVE Santa is Coming to Herbal Magic · Sunday December 16th from 1 to 4pm at the Third Line / Upper Middle Rd location LOCAL FOOD DRIVE EVENT ONE DAY ONLY!!! SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15TH Help support the members of our community that are less fortunate and let us give something back to you... Bring in 10 or more non-perishable food items and Come one, come all! Bring your children, grandchildren, pets & the big kid in you! * Please bring your camera* RECEIVE 10% OFF your purchase of products in store! Combine this with our "Save the Tax" event for a GIVE THE GIFT OF HEALTH Gift Certificates available in any denomination TOTAL DISCOUNT OF UP TO 24% OFF all of our products in store!!! Happy Holidays from all of us at RONA Lansing Oakville! OAKVILLE WEST 1500 Upper Middle Rd. W. (3rd Line, Sobey's Plaza) OAKVILLE EAST 380 Dundas St. E., Trafalgar Rd. (in Longo's Plaza @ Trafalgar) 399 Speers Road, Oakville (Speers Road and Dorval Drive) 905-469-4532 905-257-2404 905.844.8010