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The Inner City Social Work Degree Program is holding Information Sessions from November to February. Call 668-8160 for more information.

Just Like New to You Thrift Store Christmas shopping Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Saturday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., 635 Portage Ave.

Young United Church presents a recital of music for Saxophone and Organ, Allen Harrington and Lottie Enns-Braun, Nov. 18, 7:30 p.m., Broadway at Furby.

Wellness Institute offers the following classes: Seniors & Substance Management, Nov. 18, 1-2 p.m.; World COPD Day, Nov. 18, 1-4 p.m., call Raquel, 632-3126; Anger Management, Nov. 19, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Register: 632-3900.

Fort Garry Women's Resource Centre offers the following workshops: Saving for Your Child's Future, Nov. 18, 9:30-11 a.m.; Nurses workshop, Chronic Pain, Nov. 20, 9:30-11:30 a.m.; Saving Circle information session, Nov. 25, 10 a.m., 104-3100 Pembina Hwy. Register: 477-1123.

Eating Disorders program Walking Through Recovery Together, Nov. 19, 6-7:30 p.m. Call 953-2358 or eatingdisorders@cmhamanitoba.ca.

Forks Toastmasters open house, Nov. 19, noon-1 p.m., 300-240 Graham Ave. RSVP: Daniel, 947-6154 by Nov. 9.

Broadway-First Baptist Church Clothesline sale of good, pre-owned clothes, Nov. 19, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 790 Honeyman Ave.

Manitoba Myasthenia Gravis meeting Nov. 19, 6:30 p.m., St. Boniface Hospital, room AG-002. Call Verna, 586-6784.

MFL Occupational Health Centre and Safe Communities Winnipeg presents Workplace Violence Prevention Training, Nov. 19 or 27, 9:15 a.m.-4 p.m., 180 King St. Register: Diane, 926 7904 or dgagnon@mflohc.mb.ca.

Crohn's and Colitis Foundation is hosting a Get Gutsy, Get Glam Fashion Show Nov. 19 at Nygard Fashion Store at 1626 Kenaston. Tickets available by calling 231-2115.

Manitoba Prostate Cancer Support Group meets at Seven Oaks Hospital auditorium on Nov. 19 from 7 to 9 p.m. There will be a presentation by Greg Harochaw from Tache Pharmacy addressing the topic Treating Erectile Dysfunction. For more information call 668-6160.

Compassionate Friends, a support group for parents grieving the death of a child of any age from any cause meet Nov. 19, 7:30 p.m. at The Community Services Building, 685 William Ave. For more information call 787-4896.

Fort Garry Women's Resource Centre presents Women and the Law, workshop for community women, Nov. 19, 6-8 p.m., 1150A Waverley St. Register: 477-1123.

Beyond Borders hosts its 7th annual Media Awards Nov. 20, Hotel Fort Garry. 2 p.m. keynote by CTV's Victor Malarek, author of The Johns: Sex for Sale and the Men Who Buy It. 4 p.m. - Awards ceremony honouring Canadian journalists covering child sexual exploitation issues. For registration details visit beyondborders.org or call 228-9084.

Wise Guys on Campus hosts a fundraiser for Canadians Helping Kids in Vietnam, Nov. 20, 8 p.m.-2 a.m., 3rd floor, University Centre, University of Manitoba. Tickets: 955-9741.

St. Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic Church perogy supper, Nov. 20, 4:30-7 p.m., 590 Alverstone St.

Assiniboia Christian Centre rummage sale, Nov. 20, 6-7:30 p.m.,

3390 Portage Ave.

Winnipeg in motion presents the basics and benefits of yoga, Nov. 20, 12:10-12:50 p.m., Carol Shields auditorium, Millennium Library. Information: 940-3648.

Festival of Trees & Lights Winter Garden, Nov. 20-Dec. 6, Assiniboine Park Conservatory. Daily entertainment, refreshments available, craft sale weekend, family day. Information: www.friendsfestival.com.

Kirkfield Park United Church Women's Christmas luncheon and bazaar, Nov. 21, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., 472 Kirkfield St. 837-1017.

St. John's Presbyterian Church bazaar and tea, Nov. 21, 1-3 p.m., 251 Bannerman Ave.

St. Anne Ukrainian Catholic Church craft & bake sale, Nov. 21, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., 455 Douglas Ave.,

St. Barnabas Anglican Church annual Christmas tea and craft sale, Nov. 21, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at 730 McPhillips St.

Windsor Park United Church Women luncheon and bake sale, Nov. 21, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., 1062 Autumnwood Dr.

Dalnavert Museum Visitors' Centre Heritage Needle Arts sale, Nov. 21, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., 61 Carlton St.

Bleak House Centre craft and bake sale, Nov. 21, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., 1637 Main St.

Ladies of the Catholic Women's League annual craft and bake sale, Nov. 21, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Our Lady of Perpetual Help RC Church, 4588 Roblin Blvd.

Norman Art Group's 30th anniversary, Nov. 21, 1-4 p.m., St. James Library, 1910 Portage Ave. to celebrate the Artists will be demonstrating and there will be a display of art work by the group. Information: Debbie, 895-8941.

Women of Note choir is looking for new members and auditions will be held Nov. 21, 1 p.m., First Baptist Church, Walnut and Honeyman. WoN Chorale rehearses Tuesdays and WoN Chamber Singers rehearse Thursdays. To book an audition: Jodi, 255-5279.

Calvary Place Personal Care Home Christmas tea, craft and bake sale, Nov. 21, 1:30-4 p.m., 1325 Erin St.

Manitoba Indigenous Cultural Education Centre Monster Bingo, Nov. 21, 2 p.m., Indian and Metis Friendship Centre. Call, 942-0228 or micec@shawcable.com. Proceeds to support the MICEC Revitalization Project.

Bleak House Centre craft and bake sale Nov. 21, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at at 1637 Main St.

St. Basil's Parish Christmas craft & bake sale, Nov. 21, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m., 202 Harcourt St.

Lac du Bonnet's 29th Annual Christmas Craft & Gift Sale, Nov. 21, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Lac du Bonnet Community Centre, 25 McArthur Ave. One stop Christmas shopping on 2 levels! 345-8816.

Crescent Fort Rouge United Church "Soup"er Express Lunch, Nov. 21, 525 Wardlaw Ave., 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

John Black Memorial United Church presents A Gift for the Homeless concert, Nov. 22, 2 p.m., 898 Henderson Hwy. Proceeds from donations and the sale of the CD "A Time to Heal" to go to programs dealing with homelessness and poverty. Bring a non-perishable item for Winnipeg Harvest.

Blessed Sacrament Parish bake sale and brunch, Nov. 22, 710 Roanoke St., 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Charisma of India hosts an evening in support of the ALS Society of Manitoba, Nov. 23, 6:30 p.m., 83D Sherbrook St. Tickets: Sharon, 831-1510 or Brian, 837-1270.

University Women's Club, together with Creative Retirement Winnipeg, offers a course on Canada's major artists in aboriginal art and ceramics Art Connected to the Land: Grassroots Canada West, Tuesdays, Nov. 24 to Dec. 15, 9:30-11:30 a.m. 54 West Gate. Call 954-7880 to register.

University Women's Club guest speaker Carole Harvey will speak about the 100th anniversary of Gabrielle Roy, Nov. 25, 7:15 p.m., Ralph Connor House, 54 West Gate. Call, 954-7889.

Toastmasters open house Nov. 25, noon, Victory Building, 269 Main St. Information: 942-5453.

Catholic Foundation of Manitoba general meeting Nov. 26, 7 p.m., St. Mary's Academy, 550 Wellington Cres.

Powertalk International Nellie McClung Club (co-ed) coaching for better public speaking skills, Nov. 26, 7:30 p.m., Howden School, 150 Howden Rd. Information: 256-5377.

Holy Trinity all-you-can-eat perogies, Nov. 27, 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m., 1175 Main St.

Winnipeg Parks and Recreation Retirees 18th annual luncheon, Dec. 7, noon, Hudson room, McPhillips Station Casino. Confirm attendance: C. Cox, 895-7725, R. O'Donovan, 452-7019 or K. Dunlop, 897-1242 by Nov. 27.

Christmas craft sale Nov. 28, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Winnipeg Centre Vineyard, 782 Main St.

Gordon-King United Church craft and bake sale, Christmas on Cobourg, Nov. 28, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., 127 Cobourg Ave. Tickets: 667-8781.

St. Michael's Parish Church Christmas bake sale & luncheon, Nov. 28, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., 400 Day St.

Sir John Franklin Community Centre craft sale Nov. 28, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.. 1 Sir John Franklin Road.

St. Andrew's Anglican Church rummage sale, Nov. 28, 9 a.m.-noon., 2700 Portage Ave.

St. Martin-in-the-Fields Church presents Art in the Fields, auction and sale of framed and unframed art, Nov. 28, 2-8 p.m., 160 Smithfield Ave.

Westwood Collegiate Christmas craft sale, Nov. 28, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 360 Rouge Rd. All proceeds go to safe grad.

Norwood St. Boniface Legion Ladies Auxiliary annual craft and bake sale, Nov. 29, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 134 Marion St. Call Judi, 475-9921.

Retired Women Teachers' Association luncheon meeeting Dec. 3 at Masonic Centre, 420 Corydon Ave. at noon.

St. Marks Anglican Church snowflake bazaar and luncheon, Dec. 5, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., 19 St. Marks Place.

Forum Art Centre presents Affordable Art Week, Dec. 4, 2-8 p.m.; Dec. 5-7, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Dec. 8, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., 120 Eugenie St. Information: 235-1069 or www.forumartinstitute.ca.

Manitoba Organization of Victim Assistance is hosting a Candlelight Service Dec. 6 at 7 p.m. at John Black Memorial Church, 898 Henderson, to provide a special opportunity for friends and loved ones to remember the lives of those lost to homicide. Feel free to bring a framed picture of your loved one to the service. Those wishing to attend respond to us by Dec. 1 at help@mova.ca or at 831-8950.

Friendship Force of Winnipeg monthly dinner meeting, Dec. 9, Holiday Inn South,1330 Pembina, 6 p.m. For information and dinner reservations call Val at 889-5550 or visit www.friendshipforcewinnipeg.org.

Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs and Sponsors 3rd annual All Nations Against Poverty complimentary pancake breakfast, Dec. 17, 7:30-11 a.m., Indian and Metis Friendship Centre, 45 Robinson St.

Vincent Massey Collegiate 50th anniversary reunion, May 27-30, 2010. Send name, address, phone and e-mail to masseys50threunion@hotmail.com, 832-5599 or www.vmc50thereunion.ca.

Viscount Alexander Collegiate alumni 1950-1960 will reminisce on May 28, 2010 during the Vincent Massey Collegiate Reunion weekend. Send information to normandee1@shaw.ca or www.vmc50threunion.ca.

Speech Masters meets second and fourth Tuesday of the month, St. James Collegiate. Information: 837-4757 or 889-0063.

Skyliner Toastmasters meets every Monday, 6:30 p.m., Canad Inns Polo Park. Information: Jack, 896-3318.

Lions Place Toastmasters meets Wednesdays, 7-8 p.m., 610 Portage Ave. Information: Ardythe, 772-9982 or a_basham@shaw.ca.

PBS Toastmasters meets each Tuesday, 7:15-9 p.m., Grace Hospital, Conference room A, lower level. Information: Kristin, 888-1921.

Osborne House, a crisis shelter in Manitoba for women and their children fleeing from domestic violence now offers pick-up service for donations of larger household items. To donate call 942-7373, ext. 240.

Toastmasters Club Francs-Parleurs meets every Wednesday, 5:30-7 p.m., College Louis Riel, 585 St-Jean Baptiste St. Information: Lucien, 257-7361.

Stroke Recovery Association of Manitoba offers peer support, adapted exercises and more. Call 942-2880 and ask for Russ or Lorraine.

Spectrum Art Group meets 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month, Fort Garry United Church, 800 Point Rd. Information: Cathy, 275-2171.

Alcoholics Anonymous - If you think you have a problem with alcohol call 942-0126, for the location of a meeting near you.

Emotions Anonymous meets Thursdays, 8 p.m., St. Eugene Church, 1009 St. Mary's Rd.

Adult children anonymous is a group of men and women working together to learn to overcome the affects of growing up in a dysfunctional family where abuse may have occurred! does your life seem out of control? Do you have a fear of situations, people, or authority figures? Anonymity is assured; they use first names only; it's free; and non-partisan. for times and locations call 253-5974 or http://www.geocities.com/acoa_webpage/.

Jesus Cares Street Outreach Ministry seeking donations of furniture, clothing, blankets, food, also require a good used van or truck, 2-443 Elgin Ave. Information: 943-9114.

Luxton Literacy Working Group offers: Basic English classes suited to your individual needs, Mondays, 6-9 p.m., register, Judith, 837-5520; Computer classes, Tuesday and Thursday, 7-9 p.m., register, Margaret, 632-4725, Luxton School, 111 Polson Ave. Free. Babysitting is provided free of charge.

St. Vital Streamliners weight loss group meets Thursdays, 7 p.m., Frontenac School, 866 Autumnwood. Call Norma, 233-0778 or Claire, 237-3420.

Centennial Toastmasters meets every Wednesday, 6:30-8:45 p.m., Unity Truth Centre, 300 Arlington at Portage. Information: Joan, 774-3202.

Winnipeg Adult Education Centre's off campus program, River Osborne, offers grade 12 classes to students who are residents of Manitoba, free of charge. Do you want to upgrade or graduate? Fall classes include: English Comprehensive 40S, Consumer Math 40S, Psychology 41G, Family Studies 40S, Seminar in Business 40S, and Law 40S. This site, located at Confusion Corner, also offers PLAR (Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition) for adults who may qualify to achieve credits towards their grade 12 diplomas. Students must be 18 years of age to register. We are part of the Winnipeg School Division. Call 947-1674 or 477-0164 to register.

Venio Dictum Toastmasters meet Wednesday evenings at the Masonic Memorial Temple at 420 Corydon Avenue at 6:10 p.m. For more info go to www.toastmasters.mb.ca or leave a message at 334-6350.

Powertalk International provides coaching in effective speaking. There are 5 clubs in Winnipeg. Call 885-2099 or www.powertalkinternational.com.

Kirkfield Streamliners offers a lose weight with no pressure, light-exercise and diversified program of education, comradery, and fun, Thursdays till May, 7:15 p.m., Hedges School. Call Rose, 888-2447.

Norman Art Group meets Wednesday evenings at St. Andrew's Church, 5700 Portage Ave. Information: 885-3208.

Al-anon/Alateen Family Group members get together to share experiences, strength and hope. Information: 943-6051.

Grandparent's Support Group - for grandparents who may not have contact or access with their grandchildren because of separation and divorce, death of a parent or disrupted family relationships. The group meets the third Wednesday of each month (September through June), 5:45 to 7:45 p.m., 379 Broadway Ave., the second floor, in the offices of Family Conciliation. Call 945-4031.

Children's House Montessori pre-school and kindergarten now accepting applications for children, aged 2 1/2 to 6 years of age at 150 Pacific Ave. Morning and afternoon programs and all day program for kindergarten children. Call 956-1622.

Royal Canadian Legion Henderson Highway Branch No. 215 presents 50, 60, 70 music every Friday night; dance bands; Thursday and Saturday; crib every Tuesday; darts every Thursday; Monday night dance lessons; meat draws every Friday, 6 p.m. and Saturday, 3 p.m.

Newcomers Club of Winnipeg is a non-profit social club designed to welcome and lend support to women who have moved to Winnipeg and surrounding areas within the last two years. The club offers and immediate opportunity to meet new friends through social activities. Information: 992-2999 and leave a message.

Sara Riel Supported Employment Program may be able to find and keep employment. Are you unemployed and have or have had a mental health concern? Information: 237-9559, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

No. 553 Sgt. Tommy Prince, MM Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps invites boys and girls ages 12 to 18 years to come to Door No. 1 of the Freighthouse, 200 Isabel St., Wednesdays, 6:30 to 9 p.m. Bring birth certificate and Manitoba medical number.

Gordon Bell High School Alumni Choir held Mondays, 6:45 p.m. in the music room of Gordon Bell High School. Don Askholm is directing the choir. Alumni of all ages greatly appreciated.

Winnipeg Branch Streamliners, a weight loss group, meets Mondays at 6 p.m. at Assiniboine School. For information call Audrey at 489-7956.

Winnipeg Elks Lodge #10 is a volunteer organizationpromoting and supporting community and charitable needs. Anyone male or female who would like to join an organization that helps children with special needs up to and including 18 years of age or any Brother Elks and Ladies of the Royal Purple who have moved to Winnipeg or its vicinity and would like to continue their membership call Bob, 772-2013 or Russ, 253-0504.

Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition November 18, 2009 $sourceSection0