in si de ha lto n. co m O ak vi lle B ea ve r | T hu rs da y, O ct ob er 3, 20 19 | 30 Throughout this 20th anniversary year, the Lighthouse for Grieving Children has been in- volved in a range of events within the local community, both as orga- nizers and participants. Lighthouse opens its doors for an open house on Saturday, Oct. 5 to cel- ebrate both the 20th anni- versary and the unveiling of the new Smilezone spaces in the "Big Re- veal." For more than five years, Smilezone has been transforming func- tional spaces in pediatric health-care facilities, making them bright and engaging for the children who use them. Former NHL star Ad- am Graves, co-founder of Smilezone, said the goal is "to make tough days a little brighter for kids re- ceiving treatment in hos- pitals and health-care fa- cilities." Co-chair and founder Scott Bachly says Smile- zone Foundation is abso- lutely thrilled to be a part of the renovation at Lighthouse for Grieving Children. "A tremendous thank you to the Vic Hadfield Table Hockey Challenge, the Rotherglen R8 class of 2019 and the Lighthouse Chiefs, who we are grate- fully recognizing forfully recognizing forf their incredible support," says Bachly. Lighthouse and Smile- zone were brought to- gether by Oakville resi- dent Jamie Dinsmore, a former CIAU (Canadianformer CIAU (Canadianf Intercollegiate Athletic Union) hockey player who has been involved with Smilezone and the 24-hour hockey tourna- ment since its inception five years ago. five years ago. f As captain of his Light- house Chiefs team, Dins- more was able to nomi- nate a charity of his choice and Lighthouse was the beneficiary of funds raised.funds raised.f Dinsmore first toured the Lighthouse on a visit with his neighbour, exec- utive director Deirdre Thomas. "It's tough what these kids are going through," Dinsmore says, "and to be able to provide an envi- ronment where they are able to discuss their grief with others in a similar situation is fantastic." Dinsmore says that there were a few key Lighthouse spaces that instantly stood out. "Refreshing the music area will really help as an outlet for channeling some emotion," says Dinsmore. "Music really gives the kids a focus. Ad- am is a huge music guy so that ties in well with his ethos." Lighthouse invites the public to the 20th anni- versary open house from 12 to 3 p.m. to see how the Smilezone team has transformed some of the spaces. Stay for crafts, cake and a tour to experi- ence a little bit of what Lighthouse offers to the whole community. There is no charge but registration (at in- fo@grievingchildren-fo@grievingchildren-f lighthouse.org) is re- quested so organizers know how many people are coming. Lighthouse for Griev- ing Children is at 2522 Re- becca St. in Oakville. Opening ceremonies are scheduled from 1 to 2 p.m. LIGHTHOUSE OPEN HOUSE CELEBRATES 20TH ANNIVERSARY Lighthouse Open House is unveiling the new Smilezone spaces in the "Big Reveal". Lighthouse graphic COMMUNITY VISITORS CAN SEE TRANSFORMED SPACES AT OCT. 5 EVENT SIGN UP FOR OUR WEEKLY NEWSLETTER AT INSIDEHALTON.COM Start planning your dream vacation with hand-picked travel deals and inspiration just for Canadians Visit YOUR OLD MEDS WON'T DISAPPEAR BY magic returnyourmeds .ca KEEP YOUR KIDS SAFE. DE RANGO PHARMACY INC 2501 Third Line | 905-465-3000 Open 24 hours | 7 Days a Week DE RANGO PHARMACY INC 478 Dundas Street West | 905-257-9737 Canada Post www.shoppersdrugmart.ca Fabio De Rango Pharmacist/Owner Voted Oakville's Favourite Pharmacist & Pharmacy • Patient Counselling • Complete Diabetic Care • Home Visits • Consultations • Free RX Delivery • Patient Counselling • Complete Diabetic Care • Home Visits • Pharmacogenetics • Free RX Delivery