22 - The Oakville Beaver, Wednesday November 14, 2007 www.oakvillebeaver.com Discover Christmas at Downtown tree lighting ceremony Friday Your Container Gardening Centre Since 1975 Downtown Oakville kicks off the spirit of the holiday season on Friday with its annual Tree Lighting Ceremony. The event begins at 7 p.m. in Towne Square, located at Lakeshore and George Street. Mrs. Claus and the Salvation Army Band will lead the crowd in classic holiday carols. The Salvation Army will have two bins on hand at the event accepting non-perishable food items for its annual Christmas Food Drive. It will also be handing out hot apple cider and The Oakville Beaver will once again be providing Songs of Joy, the official book of carols for Downtown Oakville's Tree Lighting Ceremony. At 7:30 p.m., Mayor Rob Burton will light the spectacular tree and the Downtown Oakville Business Improvement's mascot, DOBI, will be at the ceremony for anyone wishing to get their photos taken to capture the special moments of the season. "The Oakville community has been very generous in their donations, as this will help out more families in need to make their holidays bright. I would also like to thank the public for their awareness and continued support," said Bev Gardner, Community Services Co-ordinator for Oakville Salvation Army Stroll through downtown Oakville and browse the shops. Several businesses will stay open late and various local galleries will be hosting their own special events to commemorate the official start of the holiday season. Information will be listed on www.oakvilledowntown.com. Kerr Village tree lighting Friday FRESH OUTDOOR ARRANGEMENTS in 7 Matching Themes 99 $ Starting at 44 Door Pieces · Hanging Baskets Window Boxes & Urn Drop-ins Monday to Saturday 9-5, Sunday 10-5 Map at www.crawfords.ca or call 905·878·0223 (Milton) Kerr Village is holding its 13th annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at Heritage Square (corner of Kerr and Florence) on Friday. The event is from 5-9 p.m. The family event features live entertainment from local school choirs and musicians, along with a sampling of food and refreshments provided by area restaurants. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Kerr Street Ministries. Santa Claus will be on-hand to take special requests and pass out Christmas goodies. This year's festivities are sponsored by the Kerr Village Business Improvement Area (BIA), Big Al's Aquarium and Fortinos Supermarket. Visit www.kerrvillagebia.ca for more details. PLUM fresh CARRIERS WANTED innovative As one of Oakville's leading Caterer's we also specialize in private and corporate Christmas parties. We have an extensive appetizer and hor's d'oeuvres menu that will satisfy any palate. Please call or email us for your Christmas party today! Sample Hor's D'ouevres: · Pakoras served w/a spicy dipping sauce · Chicken and Mango Tortilla Roll · Skewered garlic Tabasco marinated Pork Loin drizzled w/Plum's house sauce · Warm Mushroom salad on garlic toasts The Oakville Beaver The Oakville Beaver is looking for newspaper carriers in your neighbour hood! Support your local carrier catering EVENT DON'T FORGET...THIS SEASON PLUM IS FEATURING TAKE-HOME HOLIDAY MEALS! Visit www.plumcatering.ca to see our full Christmas menu's! Last Day for f Pick Up U Is Monday, Dec. 24th h @1 1p.m. Please call for pricing or a quote. Join our carrier club Earn extra money and win prizes Many routes still available Call immediately for more information 905-844-7110 www.plumcatering.ca 467 Speers Road Unit #15, Oakville info@plumcatering.ca 905-845-9742