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Food bank needs help
The Georgetown Bread Basket (food bank) is running low on the following items: canned pasta, canned stews and chilis, skim milk powder, regular tea, baby food (jars of fruits) and fruit juice, vegetables, and cereal boxes. If you can help with these items, please put them into the drop box at any of the grocery stores and volunteers will pick them up, or drop off at The Georgetown Bread Basket at 55 Sinclair Ave., Unit 12 Wednesday or Saturday between 9 a.m. and 12 p.m.
Acton reunion: The Class of ‘83 Acton High School will be holding a dinner and dance reunion on June 21 at the Holiday Inn, Scottsdale Dr. in                                                                                                                                   Guelph. Visit www.actonhighalumni.com to get more information and to buy tickets.

Collecting books: Georgetown District High School’s Social Justice League is asking the community to donate new or gently-used books for children from kindergarten to Grade 5. Books go to kids in the GTA who may not have access to them at home. Books may be dropped off in the lobby of the Georgetown Branch of the Halton Hills Public Library, or outside the main office at the High School.

Saturday, May 10
Mother’s Day Weekend BBQ: at Georgetown Price Choppers on Guelph St., (weather permitting) Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. All proceeds to Community Living North Halton.
Trees for Acton: Protect Our Water and Environmental Resources (POWER) is holding a huge community day event, 1,000 Trees for Acton. Plant a tree for Mother Earth and Mother’s Day (the next day); nature hikes; birds of prey. Family and children welcome. The event will be held behind the Acton Arena and Community Centre on Queen St. (Hwy. 7), 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Bottle drive: Halton Hills Hawks Girls Fastball Novice ‘94 team will be holding a bottle drive in Georgetown South area, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Girls will be going door-to-door to collect empty beer and wine bottles. All funds raised will fund their upcoming season. Any and all donations appreciated. Anyone wishing to make a donation that does not live in the Georgetown South area or will not be available on that date, can call 905-702-5314 to arrange a bottle pickup.
Men’s Toonie Breakfast: 8:30-9:30 a.m. at Bethel Church, Acton (across from Home Hardware). Here’s your chance to meet a bunch of guys and have a great meal, all for $2!
Market Stall: fundraiser, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at St. John’s United Church, 11 Guelph St. Perennials, new books, baked goods, jams, gently used garage sale items. Join us for coffee and muffins while you shop.
Synchro Halton Hills: proudly present its 14th annual Showcase finale, So, you think you can swim, 7 p.m. at the Georgetown Indoor Pool. Tickets are $5 and seating is limited. Info: 416-877-2460.
Spring bazaar: hosted by the Acton Seniors Centre, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Acton Arena & Community Centre. Crafts, baking, plants, penny table, draws and lunch available. Info: 519-853-5951.
Yard Sale: The Georgetown Hospital will be having a yard sale, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the hospital courtyard. Free parking. Come out and find a bargain while supporting your local hospital.
Community Unity Day: 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Cedarvale Park. Activities include seniors tea room, barbecue hot dogs and drinks, games, crafts, face painting, balloons and bands. This free event is hosted by the Georgetown and area Ministerial Association.
Bake sale/luncheon: Salvation Army Acton Community Church will be holding a bake sale and soup/sandwich luncheon at the church, 114 Mill St., E. in Acton, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. All funds will go to Overseas Missions. Just in time to get tasty, home-baked treats for mom on Mother’s Day.
Garage/Plant/Bake and Quilt Sale: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. rain or shine at Ballinafad United Church, 14369 Trafalgar Rd. N. Barbecue, breakfast and lunch. Well-loved treasures, Mother’s Day gifts.
Plant sale: Get your garden ready with your first stop at the popular Acton Horticultural Society’s Annual Plant Sale in the olde Hide House parking lot, 8 a.m. til sold out.
Pie sale: Nassagaweya Church, 3097, 15 Sideroad, in Brookville is holding its first pie sale of the year just in time for Mother’s Day on Friday, 4-6 p.m. and Saturday. May 10, 9 a.m. to noon. Price is $10/pie. Pre-orders accepted, call 905-854-1055 and leave a message.
Songs for Hope: Wendi, Hugh, Cassie and Mac Hunter will host the 10th annual Songs for Hope: an afternoon picnic/music (by donation), 2-5 p.m. and evening music show (ticketed), 7-12 p.m. Tenth anniversary includes reunion of musicians. A fundraiser for childhood cancer research at The Hospital For Sick Children.  Info: Wendi and Hugh, 519-853-1383 or by e-mail, hhunter@thetank.biz; tickets go fast.
Family Storytime: This free 30-minute program for grownups and young children to enjoy together includes stories, music and lots of fun, Saturdays (except May 17) 11 a.m. in the Georgetown branch library.
Euchre: is held 7:30 p.m. Saturdays at the Hornby Co-operative Nursery School on Steeles Ave. All welcome.
Charity BBQ: M&M Meat Shops hosts is annual Charity Barbecue Day, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.  to raise funds for Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of Can-ada. Locations: Queen St. in Acton and Guelph St. in Georgetown.  Hot dogs, hamburgers, chips and drink for $2.50.

Sunday, May 11
Bruce Trail hike: Level 1, 10 km car pool hike along the side of Grindsone Creek in Waterdown. This is a full day hike and we will visit a local pub in Water-down for refreshments at the end.  Depart at 9:30 a.m. from the Georgetown Market Place parking lot between Zellers and the medical building.  Leader: Maureen, 905-873-9757 mosmith@cogeco.ca
Gardening workshop: A Garden’s Four Seasons- The First Plant, 1-3 p.m. at the Willow Park Ecology Centre, off Mary St. in Norval. Hands-on practice at choosing, planting and caring for your seedlings. Take away ideas and a special potted garden for your own Mom. Both novice and experienced gardeners are welcome!
Georgetown Runners: are a group of local runners who meet at the Atlantis Family Athletics (Guelph St. and Mountainview Rd.) 8 a.m. Sundays. All are welcome to join the runs and meet afterwards for coffee and treats at LaVita Cafe.  Visit www.georgetownrunners.ca or call Jim Baidacoff, 905-702-1162.

Monday, May 12
Job workshop: JBJ Services holds an intensive two-day Interview and Self-marketing Workshop May 12-13 as well as two-day sessions in Georgetown in June. The interactive workshop helps job seekers gain employer perspective while increasing essential preparation skills, autonomy and confidence to sell their value to employers and distinguish themselves from competing applicants during both the interview and all phases of job search.  It is of no cost to the public as all fees are fully covered by Employment Ontario. The workshop will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Milton at 420 Main St. and in Georgetown at 235 Guelph St. Interested participants contact Kerry at 1-866-648-2424 or 905-693-8459, ext 104. Individuals may also e-mail, kerry.wright@bellnet.ca.
Celebrate Recovery: Looking for a fresh start? Have you lost control to addictions or compulsive habits? Many have experienced freedom through this internationally recognized, Christ-centred 12-step recovery program at an open meeting at Georgetown Alliance Church, every Mondays, 7 p.m. All welcome. Info: Doug, 905-873-0249 or CR@togetheratgac.com or www.celebraterecovery.com
Bridge anyone?: Georgetown Bridge Club offers afternoon and evening games for players of all levels, beginner, intermediate and advanced. Info: Tom, 905-877-7486.
TOPS-Acton: meets Mondays at St. Joseph’s Church, Church St. E. Weigh-in: 6-7 p.m.  Meetings follow until 8 p.m. Info: Ena, 519-853-1526.
Celebrate Recovery: a Christ-centred 12-step recovery program for anyone seeking freedom from destructive habits and past hurts at Georgetown Alliance Church, 7 p.m. Meetings are open to all. Info: Doug, 905-873-0249 or cr@agrowingfamily.org
Alcoholics Anonymous: If you live in the Halton /Erin area and would like help to STOP drinking. Meetings held throughout the week. Call Alcoholics Anonymous at 1-866-715-0005.
Al-Anon Family Group meetings: for families and friends of alcoholics on Mondays, 1:30 p.m. (One Day at a Time Group, St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 64 Church St., Acton), and Wednesdays, 8 p.m. (Acton Al-Anon Family Group, Trinity United Church, 70 Mill St., Acton). Info: 1-888-425-2666.
Halton Hills Toastmasters: Does the thought of public speaking terrify you? Learn to confidently express your thoughts and ideas at Halton Hills Toastmasters, 7:30-9:30 p.m. at St. Alban’s Parish hall, 537 Main St. in Glen Williams. Info: Ross Pechaluk, 905-877-2518 or www.haltonhillstm.org. Guests are welcome!
Tuesday, May 13
Old Seed House gardening: The Friends of the Old Seed House Garden have begun their regular maintenance of The Garden and would welcome new volunteers any Tuesday morning 9-11 a.m. throughout the gardening season. No prior gardening experience is required. Info: Jane Fogal, 905-877-5806.
Georgetown Agricultural Society: meets 8 p.m. at the Georgetown Seniors Centre, located at the rear of 318 Guelph St., Unit 9. Info: 905-873-6157 or visit www.georgetownfallfair.ca.  New members, prospective volunteers and all visitors welcome!
Bang-O-Rama/Kids Fun Fair advance tickets: The Georgetown Hospital Volunteer Association will be selling advance sale Ride All Day passes for the upcoming Kids Fun Fair, May 17-19 at the Fairgrounds. Tickets will be sold, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.  at the Georgetown Market Place, near Centre Court, on May 13 and 15. Passes are only $17 each (compared to $26 at the gate). Tickets will also be sold at the Georgetown Hospital Volunteer Association Yard sale on May 10 in the hospital courtyard.  Info: www.kidsfunfair.ca
Bid euchre: Georgetown Seniors Centre hosts bid euchre (second and fourth Tuesday), 7 p.m. at the centre on Guelph St. Admission: $2.
Family Storytime: A free 30-minute program for grownups and young children to enjoy together includes stories, music and lots of fun, Tuesdays at 2 p.m. at the Acton Community Centre.
RWTO meeting: Peel North branch of the Retired Women Teachers of Ontario meets 10:15 a.m. at North Bramalea United Church, 363 Howden Blvd., Bramalea. Program includes nomination and installation of officers. All retired women teachers welcome. RSVP: Karin, 905-796-2146.
Calling New Parents: is a free program for parents and babies (six months and under). The group with a Public Health Nurse, will discuss parenting and infant care. Groups in Acton or Georgetown, Tuesdays. Info: 1-866-442-5866 or www.halton.ca.
TOPS-Georgetown: Take Off Pounds Sensibly at St. Andrew’s United Church, Tuesdays; weigh-in 6:30 p.m. and get together, 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, May 14
Esquesing Historical Society:  meets 7:30 p.m. at Knox Presbyterian Church, Georgetown. Topic: The Bicycle and 19th Century Culture — Donald Zaldin, vice-president of the Ephemera Society of Canada, will speak on the bicycle and its great impact on culture in the 19th century.
Lydia Snow Branch of RWTO: meets 9:30 a.m. at Knox Presbyterian Church in Acton. The speaker will be Carla Snels of the “Doll Emporium”. All retired women teachers are welcome.
Bruce Trail hike: Level 1, 5 km hike on local trail. Depart 9:30 a.m. from the Georgetown Market Place parking lot between Zellers and the grey medical building.  Bring water and snack. lunch afterwards. Leader: Maureen, 905-873-9757 mosmith@cogeco.ca
Euchre and Games Night: 7:30 p.m. at Huttonville United Church. A fun night of games, prizes and refreshments. Admission $4.
Acton/Georgetown La Leche League: For mothers and babies who are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed the Acton/Georgetown La Leche League Group offers information and support to you 7:30 p.m. in the Early Explorers room at the Ontario Early Years Centre, Guelph St., Georgetown.  Info/breastfeeding support call Samantha: 905-702-0768

Wednesday, May 14
Silver-Wood Women’s Institute: hosts jewelry-maker Kerry Rouse of Crystals and Pearls, 7 p.m. at their meeting in the  Limehouse Memorial Hall. Visitors welcome. Info: Annemarie, secretary, 905-873-2519 or Jackie, president, 905-873-8154.
Resume workshop: Acton Employment Resource Centre celebrates spring with a “Garden of Opportunity” theme: Let’s Prune you Resume, 4-5 p.m. and then Cultivate your Cover letter on May 26, 4-5 p.m. All events are free to the public at 45 Mill St. E. in Acton.
Lunchtime concert:  John Elliott Theatre presents a lunchtime concert featuring the Henderson-Kolk Duo, in the Gallery of the Halton Hills Cultural Centre, 1-2 p.m. Patrons are welcome to bring their lunch to this free show. The Henderson-Kolk Duo is a Toronto-based internationally recognized classical guitarists who appeal to a wide range of music lovers.
Looking for a job?: Get resume help at the Georgetown branch library, April 9, May 14 and June 9. Learn how to develop a targeted and effective resume! Meet with a career information specialist from The Centre for Skills Development & Training for a free one-hour consultation. Call 905-702-7311 ext. 109 to book an appointment.
Family Storytime: This free 30-minute program for grownups and young children to enjoy together includes stories, music and lots of fun, Wednesdays, 9:45 a.m. in the Georgetown branch library.
Sleepytime Stories: 7 p.m. at the Georgetown branch library. Children are invited to wear their pajamas and bring their teddy bears to this free 30-minute program for grownups and young children.
Thursday, May 15
Kinette Club of Acton: hosts an Open House every third Thursday of the month at the Acton Legion for fellowship, 7-9 p.m. Drop by.
Ballinafad euchre: Ballinafad Hall Board hosts euchre at the Ballinafad Community Centre, 7:30 p.m. Cost: $3 per player. Light lunch, coffee and tea served.
Small business help:  A professional business consultant from Halton Region’s Business Development Centre will be available at the Georgetown branch library to help you start a small business or expand your existing small business. Register for a free one-hour consultation at 1-866-4HALTON or busdev@halton.ca
Healthiest Babies Possible: Is there a baby in your future? Halton Region Health Department Healthiest Babies Possible prenatal program is accepting registration for its six-week program Thursdays at Ontario Early Years Centre-Georgetown, 96 Guelph St. To register: 1-866-442-5866. Info: www.halton.ca.
Cocaine Anonymous: a 12-step based fellowship meets Thursdays, 7 p.m. at Sacre-Coeur Church, 39 Guelph St., Georgetown (use back door basement). This meeting is open to all people who might have difficulties overcoming their addiction to cocaine and any other drugs. Info: Cocaine Anonymous, toll free: 1-866-622-4636 or www.ca.org.
Georgetown Runners: are a group of local runners who meet at the Gellert Centre, 10241 Eighth Line, 6:30 p.m. Thursdays. Current members vary in fitness levels from the novice who is just beginning a new running/fitness program, to the more seasoned athlete who is training for an event. All are welcome to join the runs of varying distance and time. Visit www.georgetownrunners.ca or call Jim Baidacoff, 905-702-1162.
Barbecue: Community Living North Halton holds a  fundraiser barbecue at Georgetown Price Chopper every Thursday, 5:30-8:30 p.m. (weather permitting) from May to Aug. 28.
Friday, May 16
Bang-O-Rama: The first long weekend of the summer gets off to bang with the annual Optimist Club’s Bang-O-Rama Family Fun Fair at the Georgetown Fairgrounds. Gates open on Friday at 4 p.m. and on Saturday to Monday at 10 a.m.
Movie Madness: 12 p.m. in both Georgetown and Acton library branches. Kids can bring their lunch and “munch to the movies”. Free but limited spaces.
PA Day Leisure Swim: 2-3 p.m. at both Gellert and Acton pools. (Regular admission and admittance policy apply.) Call Acton Pool, 519-853-3140 or Gellert Pool, 905-877-4244.
Family Storytime: This free 30-minute program for grownups and young children to enjoy together includes stories, music and lots of fun, Fridays, 10:30 a.m. at the Gellert Centre.
Friday night euchre: 7:30 p.m. at Georgetown Legion. Admission: $2.
Saturday, May 17
Plant sale: Holy Cross H.E.L.P.S. (Helping Ease Local Poverty and Suffering), 8 a.m. to  2 p.m. at   Holy Cross Church Hall. Many annuals and perennials available.
Perennial Plant Sale: The spring plant sale in support of Norval’s Lucy Maud Montgomery Heritage Garden will be held 9 a.m. to 12 noon outside the Norval Convenience Store (Winston Churchill & Guelph Street). The sale features a variety of perennials from the Lucy Maud Montgomery Heritage Garden as well as local gardens. Come early for a great selection of perennials at bargain prices!
Shrub sale: Glen Williams Town Hall Board hosts its annual shrub sale at St. John’s United Church 533 Main St. in Glen Williams, 8 a.m.  The shrubs have been donated by Sheridan Nurseries.  St. John’s will be selling hanging baskets and pots and you will be able to buy a coffee and muffin while you lineup!
Plant and bake sale: at Norval United Church, 9 a.m. to noon. Come and get some beautiful perennials and annuals for your garden and some delicious baked goods for your tummies, helping to support our Vacation Bible School! The church are at 486 Guelph St. (Hwy 7), 905-877-6122; www.norvalunited.ca
Chicken Barbecue and Fireworks: starting at 7 p.m. at St. Alban the Martyr Anglican Church, 537 Main St., Glen Williams. Tickets are $12 for adults, $6 for children 5-12 and free for 5 years and under.  Please call 905-877-8323.
Acton Trunk Sale: returns for another season. Starts at 7:30 a.m. and close out by 1 p.m. Every Saturday, including holiday weekends  through to October. Frarmers market vendors wanted. Vendors admission: $13.
Lobster Dinner: at The Salvation Army Georgetown Community Church at 271 Mountainview Rd S. There are two sittings for dinner and both lobster & chicken is available. Call 905-877-1374 for further information and ticket reservation.
Euchre: is held 7:30 p.m. Saturdays at the Hornby Co-operative Nursery School on Steeles Ave. All welcome.
Victoria Day Weekend BBQ: at Georgetown Price Choppers, (weather permitting), Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. All proceeds to Community Living North Halton.