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5	6 Labour Day Labour Day Enjoy the long weekend! Remember: Stay Green and Stay Safe!	7 School Begins School Begins Elementary and secondary schools. Public and Catholic boards.	8	9	10 Georgetown Fall Fair Georgetown Fall Fair The 2010 Fair will be held Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, September 10, 11 and 12. The Theme of Fall Fair 2010 is : Lady Bug Your attendance, participation, and enjoyment of…	11 Georgetown Fall Fair Georgetown Fall Fair The 2010 Fair will be held Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, September 10, 11 and 12. The Theme of Fall Fair 2010 is : Lady Bug Your attendance, participation, and enjoyment of… Tour de Greenbelt Tour de Greenbelt Starting/Ending Location: Henry of Pelham 1469 Pelham Rd. 2 Pelham, Ontario L0S 1E4 The Tour is a fresh air festival on wheels: an active, healthy, and educational family-oriented bike adventure through Ontario's Greenbelt. It… Autumn Wildflower Walks Autumn Wildflower Walks Saturday, September 11, 18, 25; 9:30 a.m. (2.5 to 3.5 hour walk) Members: $7/walk; Non-members: $10/walk Do you find the many species of goldenrod and asters a bit confusing? Jim Pringle searches for… NATURALLY INSPIRED: A Photographic Workshop (Beginners) NATURALLY INSPIRED: A Photographic Workshop (Beginners) September 11, 2010 9:00 am – September 11, 2010 4:00 pm Saturday, September 11; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Nature Centre. Explore your visual horizons while photographing people, places and things at the Gardens. Christopher McLeod provides an introduction to nature… Celebrate The Expanded Upper Credit Conservation Area Celebrate The Expanded Upper Credit Conservation Area September 11, 2010 11:00 am – September 11, 2010 3:00 pm Credit Valley Conservation is proud to announce the acquisition of a keystone piece of our area’s natural heritage system – home to important natural features, and many species of plants and… Renewable Energy Fair – Sept. 2010 Renewable Energy Fair – Sept. 2010 September 11, 2010 1:00 pm – September 11, 2010 4:00 pm Mark your calendar for Sat. Sept. 11. HERE! is holding a renewable energy fair at the Halton Regional Centre on Bronte Road just north of the QEW. The fair will… Green Drinks Oakville Green Drinks Oakville September 11, 2010 5:00 pm – September 11, 2010 7:00 pm This event is for everyone that is interested in things 'green' in the Oakville/Halton area. Join us for a beer and a bite to eat at the Queen's Head Pub.… Family Overnight Camp-out Family Overnight Camp-out September 11, 2010 5:00 pm – September 12, 2010 10:00 am Saturday and Sunday, September 11, 12; 5 p.m. to 10 a.m. the following day, at the Nature Centre. The kids may be back at school but you can keep the summer…
12 Georgetown Fall Fair Georgetown Fall Fair The 2010 Fair will be held Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, September 10, 11 and 12. The Theme of Fall Fair 2010 is : Lady Bug Your attendance, participation, and enjoyment of… Family Overnight Camp-out Family Overnight Camp-out September 11, 2010 5:00 pm – September 12, 2010 10:00 am Saturday and Sunday, September 11, 12; 5 p.m. to 10 a.m. the following day, at the Nature Centre. The kids may be back at school but you can keep the summer… Tour de Greenbelt Tour de Greenbelt Starting/Ending Location: Henry of Pelham 1469 Pelham Rd. 2 Pelham, Ontario L0S 1E4 The Tour is a fresh air festival on wheels: an active, healthy, and educational family-oriented bike adventure through Ontario's Greenbelt. It… Autumn Bird Walks Autumn Bird Walks Sundays, September 12, 26; 8 a.m. Members: $7/walk; Non-members: $10/walk Find out who’s moving through the area on these early morning walks with Jim Pringle. We’ll search for waterfowl, shorebirds and other… Controlling Invasive Plants on Your Property: A Workshop for Landowners Controlling Invasive Plants on Your Property: A Workshop for Landowners September 12, 2010 10:00 am – September 12, 2010 3:00 pm Join CVC, the Ontario Invasive Plant Council and the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters, as they host a workshop for landowners to help identify invasive plants, trees and shrubs.… The Endangered Butternut Tree The Endangered Butternut Tree September 12, 2010 2:00 pm – September 12, 2010 4:00 pm Sunday, September 12, 2 to 4 p.m. at the Nature Centre. Members: $8 (family membership rate $20 for two adults and dependent children) Non-members: $10 (family rate $25) Butternut is a member…	13	14 Community Development Halton AGM Community Development Halton AGM September 14, 2010 6:00 pm – September 14, 2010 9:00 pm Please RSVP by September 8th, 2010 (905) 632-1975 (905) 878-0955 jmcknight@cdhalton.ca	15	16 International Day for Preservation of the Ozone Layer International Day for Preservation of the Ozone Layer http://ozone.unep.org/ Compliance Issues for Charities and Non-Profits Compliance Issues for Charities and Non-Profits September 16, 2010 8:00 am – September 16, 2010 5:00 pm Visit www.uwoakville.org for more information on this event. BG Eco-film – The Age of Stupid BG Eco-film – The Age of Stupid September 16, 2010 7:00 pm – September 16, 2010 9:00 pm To view the trailer for "The Age of Stupid" click here! Part of BurlingtonGreen's eco-film festival. Visit www.burlingtongreen.org.	17 Acton Fall Fair Acton Fall Fair Acton Fall Fair 2010 — Celebrating 97 years! Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, September 17, 18, and 19. For more information, visit www.actonfair.ca. RCEN Conference and Annual General Assembly RCEN Conference and Annual General Assembly The Canadian Environmental Network is holding a Conference and Annual General Assembly in Montreal. Visit www.cen-rec.org for more information on this event. Fall Compost Giveaway Fall Compost Giveaway September 17, 2010 8:00 am – September 18, 2010 4:30 pm Each year during Compost Give Away, Halton Region offers compost to Halton residents free of charge. Residents can take up to the equivalent of 7 garbage bags of compost per household. What…	18 Acton Fall Fair Acton Fall Fair Acton Fall Fair 2010 — Celebrating 97 years! Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, September 17, 18, and 19. For more information, visit www.actonfair.ca. RCEN Conference and Annual General Assembly RCEN Conference and Annual General Assembly The Canadian Environmental Network is holding a Conference and Annual General Assembly in Montreal. Visit www.cen-rec.org for more information on this event. Fall Compost Giveaway Fall Compost Giveaway September 17, 2010 8:00 am – September 18, 2010 4:30 pm Each year during Compost Give Away, Halton Region offers compost to Halton residents free of charge. Residents can take up to the equivalent of 7 garbage bags of compost per household. What… Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup The Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup is a grassroots direct action conservation program that aims to promote understanding and education about shoreline litter issues by engaging Canadians to rehabilitate shoreline areas… Downtown Oakville Fall Festival Downtown Oakville Fall Festival Don’t miss this much-anticipated event attracting over 10,000 people. Beginning at 9:00 a.m. at The Town Square, Downtown Oakville hosts a kick-off pancake breakfast. This is a great day to… Autumn Wildflower Walks Autumn Wildflower Walks Saturday, September 11, 18, 25; 9:30 a.m. (2.5 to 3.5 hour walk) Members: $7/walk; Non-members: $10/walk Do you find the many species of goldenrod and asters a bit confusing? Jim Pringle searches for… Natural Foods and Wild Edibles Natural Foods and Wild Edibles September 18, 2010 2:00 pm – September 18, 2010 4:00 pm Saturday, September 18: 2 to 4 p.m. at the Nature Centre. Many common wild plants are edible if you know what to look for. Join Paul Morris on the trails, points…
19 Acton Fall Fair Acton Fall Fair Acton Fall Fair 2010 — Celebrating 97 years! Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, September 17, 18, and 19. For more information, visit www.actonfair.ca. RCEN Conference and Annual General Assembly RCEN Conference and Annual General Assembly The Canadian Environmental Network is holding a Conference and Annual General Assembly in Montreal. Visit www.cen-rec.org for more information on this event. Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup The Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup is a grassroots direct action conservation program that aims to promote understanding and education about shoreline litter issues by engaging Canadians to rehabilitate shoreline areas… RBG Geo-Quest RBG Geo-Quest September 19, 2010 2:00 pm – September 19, 2010 4:00 pm June 13, July 11, August 22, September 19, October 17; 2 to 4 p.m. at the Nature Centre. Members: $10.50/person (family membership rate $29 for parents and dependent children); Non-members: $13.50/person (family…	20 Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup The Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup is a grassroots direct action conservation program that aims to promote understanding and education about shoreline litter issues by engaging Canadians to rehabilitate shoreline areas… Cold Frames and Season Extension Techniques Cold Frames and Season Extension Techniques September 20, 2010 7:00 pm – September 20, 2010 9:30 pm Monday, September 20; 7 to 9:30 p.m. at RBG Centre. Members: $25; Non-members. $30 Want fresh nutritious food that is local and affordable even in the cooler months? Kayla Dixon-Muir teaches you…	21 Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup The Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup is a grassroots direct action conservation program that aims to promote understanding and education about shoreline litter issues by engaging Canadians to rehabilitate shoreline areas… Heritage Trees – Preserving our Natural Roots Heritage Trees – Preserving our Natural Roots September 21, 2010 7:00 pm – September 21, 2010 8:30 pm Tuesday, September 21; 7 to 8:30 p.m. at RBG Centre. Members: $12; Non-members: $15 Trees are part of our natural heritage and provide an ecological legacy of inherited traits. Edith George explains…	22 Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup The Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup is a grassroots direct action conservation program that aims to promote understanding and education about shoreline litter issues by engaging Canadians to rehabilitate shoreline areas… International Car Free Day International Car Free Day Car Free Day is part of a year-round initiative to reduce our dependence on the private automobile and promote safer, healthier transportation solutions. Visit www.worldcarfree.net for more information and event…	23 Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup The Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup is a grassroots direct action conservation program that aims to promote understanding and education about shoreline litter issues by engaging Canadians to rehabilitate shoreline areas…	24 Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup The Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup is a grassroots direct action conservation program that aims to promote understanding and education about shoreline litter issues by engaging Canadians to rehabilitate shoreline areas… Milton Fall Fair Milton Fall Fair The 2010 Milton Fall Fair Will Take Place on: September 24th, 25th and 26th AT THE MILTON FAIRGROUNDS This year's theme is "Seasons on the Farm". For further information on this event visit www.miltonfair.com/.	25 Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup The Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup is a grassroots direct action conservation program that aims to promote understanding and education about shoreline litter issues by engaging Canadians to rehabilitate shoreline areas… Milton Fall Fair Milton Fall Fair The 2010 Milton Fall Fair Will Take Place on: September 24th, 25th and 26th AT THE MILTON FAIRGROUNDS This year's theme is "Seasons on the Farm". For further information on this event visit www.miltonfair.com/. Tour de Greenbelt Tour de Greenbelt Starting/Ending Location: Newmarket Farmers' Market 395 Mulock Dr. Newmarket, ON L3Y 5W2 The Tour is a fresh air festival on wheels: an active, healthy, and educational family-oriented bike adventure through Ontario's Greenbelt. It is… Autumn Wildflower Walks Autumn Wildflower Walks Saturday, September 11, 18, 25; 9:30 a.m. (2.5 to 3.5 hour walk) Members: $7/walk; Non-members: $10/walk Do you find the many species of goldenrod and asters a bit confusing? Jim Pringle searches for… Special Waste Drop off Day Special Waste Drop off Day September 25, 2010 9:00 am – September 25, 2010 3:00 pm Sat. Sept. 25 at Burlington closed landfill. To make the recycling of household hazardous waste and electronic waste more convenient to residents, Halton Region is holding Special Waste Drop-off Days throughout… NATURALLY INSPIRED: A Photographic Workshop (Intermediate) NATURALLY INSPIRED: A Photographic Workshop (Intermediate) September 25, 2010 9:00 am – September 25, 2010 4:00 pm Saturday, September 25; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at RBG Centre. Join Christopher McLeod at the Arboretum for an intermediate photography course designed to help you understand the fundamentals of how light… The All You Can Eat Gardening Workshop The All You Can Eat Gardening Workshop September 25, 2010 1:00 pm – September 25, 2010 4:00 pm Saturday, September 25; 1 to 4 p.m. at RBG Centre. Members: $40; Non-members: $45 Growing your own food has always made economic sense. Cam Mather encourages you to just get out… Fall Pruning Workshop Fall Pruning Workshop September 25, 2010 1:00 pm – September 25, 2010 4:00 pm Saturday, September 25; 1 to 4 p.m. at the Nature Centre. Members: $23.50; Non-members: $28 John Renaud takes you through the steps of pruning for the novice and intermediate gardener. Following…
26 Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup The Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup is a grassroots direct action conservation program that aims to promote understanding and education about shoreline litter issues by engaging Canadians to rehabilitate shoreline areas… Milton Fall Fair Milton Fall Fair The 2010 Milton Fall Fair Will Take Place on: September 24th, 25th and 26th AT THE MILTON FAIRGROUNDS This year's theme is "Seasons on the Farm". For further information on this event visit www.miltonfair.com/. Tour de Greenbelt Tour de Greenbelt Starting/Ending Location: Elgin Park in Town of Uxbridge Elgin Park, Uxbridge, Ontario L9P 1J1 The Tour is a fresh air festival on wheels: an active, healthy, and educational family-oriented bike adventure through Ontario's Greenbelt.… Autumn Bird Walks Autumn Bird Walks Sundays, September 12, 26; 8 a.m. Members: $7/walk; Non-members: $10/walk Find out who’s moving through the area on these early morning walks with Jim Pringle. We’ll search for waterfowl, shorebirds and other…	27	28 Green Consumer Day Green Consumer Day This day aims to promote awareness about the impact of consumerism on the environment. Halton Children’s Water Festival Halton Children’s Water Festival September 28, 2010 10:00 am – October 1, 2010 2:00 pm The Halton Children’s Water Festival (HCWF) is a joint venture between Conservation Halton and Halton Region. The festival provides elementary students in grades 2 – 5 with the opportunity to…	29 Halton Children’s Water Festival Halton Children’s Water Festival September 28, 2010 10:00 am – October 1, 2010 2:00 pm The Halton Children’s Water Festival (HCWF) is a joint venture between Conservation Halton and Halton Region. The festival provides elementary students in grades 2 – 5 with the opportunity to…	30 Halton Children’s Water Festival Halton Children’s Water Festival September 28, 2010 10:00 am – October 1, 2010 2:00 pm The Halton Children’s Water Festival (HCWF) is a joint venture between Conservation Halton and Halton Region. The festival provides elementary students in grades 2 – 5 with the opportunity to…