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Cancer Society campaign begins soon Buzz the Boss to aid cancer campaign The staff at Tanners Pub and Grill in Acton Society Spring Salad which have come up with a fun way to assist the Acton includes garden fresh spinach, Branch of the Canadian Cancer Society with their almonds, blueberries with annual spring fundraising campaign Mandarin oranges and homeThe staff have been challenged by Tanners made red onion vinaigrette. Operations Manager Clark Somerville to raise One dollar from each salad $1,500 by April 2. If they reach their goal, staff sold will be donated to the will able to do something most employees can Cancer Society. Patrons will only dream of: "Buzz The Boss"! also be able to make donaCLARK By agreeing to be "buzzed", Somerville will, tions right at the pub. SOMERVILLE have his head shaved for the cause on Thursday, "We have recently helped April 5. with fundraising for the Acton Agricultural "Tanners Pub has a history of helping local Society as well as for McKenzie-Smith Bennett groups and events with fundraising. That tradi- School. We are committed to working with comtion is going to continue" said Andrea Clark, the munity organizations, helping where we can, chef and restaurant with their fundraising manager at Tanners. projects," said Trish "With the assistance Somerville, Tanners of our staff and cusoffice administrator. tomers, I am confident "It is community The Acton Branch of the Canadian Cancer spirit like this that that we will not just Society Campaign Kick-Off and Volunteer makes Acton such a meet, but exceed the Appreciation Night Dinner will be held on great place to live. goal that Clark has Wednesday, March 28, beginning 6 p.m. at This is not the first set." Knox Presbyterian Church in Acton. All volun- time Mr. Somerville "I, like everyone, teers welcome. have lost friends, famhas been buzzed and Daffodils will be on sale March 29, 30 we appreciate how he ily and loved ones to and 31. Look for your Cancer Society volun- has offered to do it this disease. We all teers at the Acton Sobeys entrance to pur- again. He is to be know people who chase your flowers. Thank you for your sup- commended for his have successfully beatport. en cancer. My part is strong commitment to only a small one in the helping promote our battle to make cancer campaign," said Cathy history," said Somerville, when asked why he is Gerrow, president of the Acton Branch of the willing to do be "buzzed". Canadian Cancer Society. Tanners has created a new salad to be featured The spring campaign, which begins March 28, until the end of April. It is the Acton Cancer will be held throughout the month of April. Mastering Reiki A graduation ceremony for the latest group of Reiki masters was held recently at SOLAS, a local non-religious organization dedicated to receiving messages and delivering healing energy from the angels and masters. SOLAS offers private healings and various classes and courses. SOLAS owner Conor W. O'Brien (rear right) congratulated new Reiki masters: back (from left), Ria Whatman, Anne Kaczor, Arelene O'Brien and Linda Lustig. Front (from left) Sandra Murray, Karen Woodley and Karen Submitted photo Watson. Campaign kickoff Canada Food Guide is revised Nutrition Month occurs every March and is designed to raise public awareness on the valuable contribution that healthy eating makes to the overall health of Canadians. This year, as part of Nutrition Month, Halton Health Department has chosen to highlight the changes and improvements to Health Canada's newly revised Food Guide. Although the basic messages in the guide are the same as the previous version: eat more vegetables and fruit, choose high fibre grain products, choose low fat animal based foods, limit foods with added fat, salt and sugar and eat a variety of foods from all food groups, many new features have been added: · clear guidance on portion sizes and the number of recommended servings during different stages of life, including children, adults, older adults and pregnancy; · greater emphasis has been placed on vegetables and fruits; · guidance on the kinds and amounts of oils and fats that will reduce intake of saturated and transfats; · a more central focus on physical activity given the strong relationship between eating well and being active on feeling good, promoting healthy weights and building strong bones; · specific attention to key nutrients that may be deficient in daily food choices of some Canadians such as vitamin D; · an interactive tool has been created which allows people to personalize the food guide based on their age, sex, food and physical activity preferences. To access this tool visit www.hc-sc.gc.ca/fnan/food-guide-aliment/index_e.html. For more information on the revised version of Canada's Food Guide or to order up to 50 copies, call Halton Region at 1-866-442-5866 or visit www.halton.ca. Just Desserts to aid Juvenile Arthritis campaign March is Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month in Canada. While most people believe that arthritis is a disease that only affects older people, the reality is that approximately 1 in 1,000 children suffer the pain and inflammation of arthritis. In order to raise funds in support of arthritis research, and improved patient care, The Arthritis Society of Halton-Peel is pleased to present the 3rd Annual More Than Just Desserts Extravaganza and Images That Suit Fashion Show. Sponsored by Retirement Residences Group, this is truly the ultimate girls night out, providing guests the chance to sample wonderful desserts from local restaurants and caterers, all while enjoying the latest spring fashions. More Than Just Desserts is on Thursday March 29 at Le Dome in Oakville. A silent auction and guest speakers help round out the evening. Tickets are just $30 each, or $225 for a table of 8. For more information, or to order tickets, please call The Arthritis Society of Halton-Peel Region at 905-455-6273 or 1-888-434-0009.