In light of the holiday season, with plenty to be thankful for, the Executive has decided to give back to our community in the form of a food drive. In support of the FoodBank of Waterloo Region, please bring a non-perishable food donation to our meeting Dec. 21.

Here is a list of items most needed by The Food Bank of Waterloo Region.

The top 5 are in the greatest demand currently.
1.Peanut Butter
2.Canned Stews
3.Canned Meat & Fish
4.Beans in Sauce
5.Canned Pasta
6.Canned Fruit
7.Hot Cereal
8.Rice
9.Mac & Cheese
10.Dry Soup

You can learn more information regarding the FoodBank at the following address:
http://thefoodbank.ca/documents/FoodBankFactSheet08_001.doc

Let's help make this a joyful time of year for everyone.

All the images, along with scores and judge comments for the 1st In-Club competitions will be presented.

This is a great opportunity to view the work of other photographers in the club, and provide supportive feedback on their images.

Please join us Jan 4th for a real treat. Jim Blomfield will be sharing his images titled "From Rock & Ages Past" plus he will provide an overview of panoramic photography. Come out and learn how Jim captures his stunning black and white images.

As well, share a photo essay or a collection of images with the members.

The meeting will take place in Room 207 at RIM Park.

Show off your creativity in the Jack Battler competition. We have seen many great creative images from guest speakers this year to help the creative spirit.

The idea behind the competition is to have members submit creative, rather than documentary, images. Subject matter, and type of media used, is open. Each photographer may submit up to two images to the competition.

Please check the website for further details and submission form : http://www.waterloocameraclub.ca/node/68

Please join us Jan. 18, when HGCC welcomes Dr. Brady Johnson.

The founder and Education Director of KW Telescope (www.kwtelescope.com), Dr. Brady Johnson, served 6 years on the executive council of the KW Centre of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada (www.kw.rasc.ca) including three years as Vice President, two years as President, and one as Past President.

Brady has given many talks at club meetings, and is a regular contributor to the club's professional newsletter. He also gives talks to schools, businesses and astronomy clubs in and around southwestern Ontario, as well as at major star parties including Canada's largest annual star party, Starfest.

Brady will be sharing his images and techniques for capturing astronomical subjects.