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OAKVILLE BEAVER Friday, October 2, 2009 · 32 Southern Ontario Chamber Music Institute presents concert next week The Southern Ontario Chamber Music Institute (SOCMI) will present Not a "Fowl" Note, a Thanksgiving fundraising concert, Oct. 8 at St. Jude's Anglican Church, 160 William St. at 8 p.m. The concert will showcase 15 members of the Institute's alumni and faculty, volunteering their talent and presenting works for soloists, small ensembles and chamber orchestra by Chopin, Brahms, Mendelssohn, Schumann and Canadian composer Abigail Richardson. Tickets are available for $20 at L'Atelier Grigorian 905-338-2360, on the institute's web site www.SOCMI.org and at the St. Jude's church office 905-8443972. For more than 20 years, SOCMI has provided young string and piano students with intensive instruction. The Regional Municipality of Halton www.halton.ca Halton Waste Management Calendar Business Development Centre Upcoming Business Seminars and Programs Starting a Small Business: A general overview of the things you will need to consider, including resources to help you succeed, structure, registrations, Halton Region is looking for the next generation of artists to provide artwork for the covers of our 2010 Waste Management Guide & Collection Calendar! in Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton, Oakville can enter. Previous contest winners are ineligible to enter. The artwork theme is Reduce, reuse, recycle ­ everyday. showcase a positive environment. can use chalk, charcoal, collage, crayon, marker, paint, and pencil. mensions, contest guidelines and the downloadable www.halton.ca. Consultant on Site Program: In partnership with Halton Hills Public Library, a business consultant will be available to meet with small business clients at the must be booked in advance. Building a Business Plan: Learn how to write a plan to guide your business and Consultant on Site Program: In partnership with Milton Public Library, a business consultant will be available to meet with small business clients at the booked in advance. Starting a Small Business: A general overview of the things you will need to consider, including resources to help you succeed, structure, registrations, Contest closes Friday, October 9 at 4:30 p.m. Contact us for more information and registration details for these events. Mental health is key to overall wellbeing This week is Mental Illness Awareness Week in Canada. Health professionals in Halton Region and across the country want to raise awareness of mental health issues; let those in need know that help is available; and emphasize the link between overall wellbeing and strong mental health. At Halton Region, we have support programs for children and youth, adults All entries will be showcased at the Halton Regional Centre during Waste Guide, the North Halton Mental Health Clinic, linkages with the Halton Gary Carr Regional Chair a prize package and have their picture sent to local newspapers. Halton Regional Meeting Schedule Oct. 7 9:30 a.m. Oct. 12 Regional Council Meeting Offices closed for Thanksgiving www.halton.ca. Meetings can be viewed at www.halton.ca 021109