BILLBOARD Feb.22

Articles for Billboard from non-profit organizations need to be in our office 14 days prior to the event. The length of this listing varies from week to week, we cannot guarantee that all items will be included. E-mail to diane.pratt@freepress.mb.ca. (no attachments please) Fax, 697-7412.

Chemo Savvy Dragon Boat Team Winnipeg's Womens breast Cancer Dragon Boat Team starts training in Feb. Information: www.chemosavvy.ca or 788-8080.

Long & McQuade's is giving away $100,000 in its YouTube Performance Competition for School Music Programs. Deadline is April 15. Information: Mark 905-837-9785 ext. 226 or www.long-mcquade.com/school_contest.

White Cross Guild's Just Like New To You Thrift Store bag sale now-Feb. 26, Tuesday to Friday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturdays 11 a.m.-3 p.m., 635 Portage Ave. Monies raised from the sale are directed to the Health Sciences Center to be used for the betterment of patient care, comfort, & research.

StoreFront Manitoba with Winnipeg Free Press presents Disposable Buildings or Modernist Gems? moderated by Catherine Mitchell, Editorial Writer, Winnipeg Free Press, Feb. 22, 7-9 p.m., WFP News Cafe, 237 McDermot Ave.

Charleswood Rotary Club is holding an evening to thank all the supporters and friends of the "Out of Africa" fundraiser, Feb. 23, 5:45-8 p.m., Breezy Bend Country Club, 7620 Roblin Blvd. The newly reunited Hambira Family will be present to express their thanks.

Holy Trinity Busy Hands all you can eat perogies, Feb. 24, 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m., 1175 Main St.

St. Andrew's Senior Choir presents Roamin' in the Gloamin, songs and music of Wales, Ireland and Scotland, March 2 & 3, 7:30 p.m., St. Andrew's auditorium. Tickets: 488-1130 by Feb. 24.

Italian Canadian League of Manitoba, a non profit organization, presents the Annual Festa del Vinoy, Feb. 25, 6 p.m., Centro Caboto, 1055 Wilkes Ave. Tickets: 487-4597.

St. Andrew's Anglican Church rummage sale, Feb. 25, 9 a.m.-noon, 2700 Portage Ave.

Limmud Winnipeg Festival of Jewish Learning is Back for an Encore, Feb. 25, 7 p.m. & Feb. 26, 8 a.m., Asper Jewish Community Campus, 123 Doncaster St. Register: www.limmudwinnipeg.org or 477-7537.

Ralph Brown Community Centre meeting Feb. 25, noon, 460 Andrews St. Looking for experienced seniors to help teach area youth - chess, art, food handling, shooting pool, etc. Information: Phillip 294-4188 (after 6 p.m.) or rosencrentz@hotmail.com.

Royal Canadian Legion Sports Foundation 43rd annual tea, Feb. 26, 1:30-3:30 p.m., Fort Garry Legion, 1125 Pembina Hwy.

Ukrainian Canadian Veterans Branch #141 members general meeting Feb. 27, 2 p.m., 618 Selkirk Ave.

Meniere's Support Group meeting, Feb. 27, 11 a.m.-noon, Room 107, Access River East, 975 Henderson Hwy. Information: 975-3037, menieres-group@mts.net or http://www.chha-mb.ca.

Seven Oaks Toastmasters Club meets Mondays Feb. 27, 7 p.m., Atlantic Garden City United Church (Arlington and Atlantic).

Fibromyalgia Support Group of Winnipeg sponsors Tai Chi For Active Living, ten-weeks starting Feb. 28, 6:30-7:30 p.m. (beginners) and 7:30-9:30 p.m. (advanced), 825 Sherbrook St. Information: Nelson 256-1191 or www.fmswinnipeg.com.

Donna Sarna Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation offers free interactive workshops as follows: Better Posture workshop, Feb. 28 and Scared to Laugh, March 27, 6:30-7:30 p.m., 102-897 Corydon Ave. Register: 452-2608.

Manitoba Chapter of Osteoporosis Canada fundraiser 7th annual Cheese & Wine, March 1, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Niakwa Country Club, 620 Niakwa Rd. Tickets: 772-3498 or manitoba@osteoporosis.ca.

Women's Health Clinic annual gala dinner, 30 Years...Celebrating The Past & A Vison For The Next 30, March 1, 5:30 p.m., Fort Garry Hotel. Tickets: Angie 697-0878 or angie@plannersplus.ca.

The Order Sons of Italy, La Lupa Di Roma Lodge presents 9th annual Donna dell'Anno Award to a woman of distinction in the Italian community during the International Women's Day Celebration luncheon, March 4, 1 p.m., Centro Caboto Centre. Information: Tonina 837-8662 or csotiriadis@shaw.ca.

Ukrainian Catholic Women's League of Canada 66th annual daffodil tea, March 4, 1-3 p.m., Holy Eucharist Parish Centre, 460 Munroe Ave.

St James Art Club will continue its DVD showing in the "Understanding Art" series March 5, 7 p.m., in the Cavalier Room, Sturgeon Creek United Church, 207 Thompson Dr. with "Self-Portraits-How Artists See Themselves" and "Landscapes-Art of the Great Outdoors".

Fibromyalgia Support Group of Winnipeg monthly meeting, March 5, 7 p.m., 825 Sherbrook St. Dr. M. Bailly, Psychologist, will be discussing "Fibromyalgia and the Family". The Group is also offering a three-part educational course, "Taking Charge of Fibromyalgia" May 10, 14, and 17, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Information: 975-3037 or www.fmswinnipeg.com.

White Cross Guild's Just Like New To You Thrift Store book sale March 6-16, Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturdays 11 a.m.-3 p.m., 635 Portage Ave. Monies raised from the sale are directed to the Health Sciences Center to be used for the betterment of patient care, comfort, & research.

Community Health & Well-Being Program offers the following first Wednesday of each month (Oct.-June) 1:30 p.m., Temple Shalom, 1077 Grant Ave.; March 7, presentation on Ghana by Don Fuchs; April 4, Dr. Greg Chernish: Acupuncture. Information: 284-0079 or www.harrowunited.ca.

Winnipeg Chapter of The Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of Canada presents Newly Diagnosed Night, March 8, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Register and location: 231-2115 or winnipeg@ccfc.ca.

New to You Shop open March 10, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Silver Heights United Church, 199 Garrioch Ave.

Manitoba Antique Association Spring Antique Sale March 11, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Canad Inns Polo Park, 1405 St. Matthew's Ave. Table rental: Kelly, cccollector@gmail.com.

Seven Oaks Education Foundation Inc. annual general meeting, March 13, 5-6 p.m., Canad Inns Garden City, 2100 McPhillips St. (Refreshments 4:45 p.m.)

Elmwood Legion Branch #9 St. Patrick's Day celebration March 17, 7 p.m., 920 Nairn Ave. With McConnell Irish Dancers, St. Andrews Pipes and Drums and Music Man D. Marshall. Information: 667-4538.

Manitoba Crafts Museum and Library workshop, Needlefelting, March 31, 1-4 p.m., 1B-183 Kennedy St. Information: 487-6117.

Movement Centre of Manitoba present Move 'N Groove 2012, April 14, Red River Exhibition Place. Information: movengrooveathon.com.

Osteoporosis Canada, Manitoba Chapter public forum with four presentations: Diagnosis and Overview, Calcium-Rich Recipes, Exercise and Active Living and Medications and Supplements, April 21, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Masonic Memorial Temple, 420 Corydon Ave. Information: 772-3498 or manitoba@osteoporosis.ca.

Luxton Adult Learning program Basic Literacy, Wednesdays, 6-9 p.m., Luxton School, 111 Polson Ave. Register: Margaret 632-4725.

Windy Corners Toastmasters meets every Wednesday, noon, Victory Building, 269 Main St. at Graham. Develop great communication skills in one hour a week. Information: 942-5453.

Y Neighbours gives women at home with young children an opportunity to meet other moms one morning a week for coffee, conversation and speakers and activities. Information for places and times call Bonni 953-7317.

Fort Garry Legion Texas Holdem' - Monday's 7 p.m., cribbage Thursday's 7:30 p.m., Friday night bingo, 7:30 p.m., 1125 Pembina Hwy.

Soroptimist International of Winnipeg is looking for women interested in women's issues and / or have fundraising ideas and skills to join our organization. Information: dlegge@mts.net or Kay 837-1290.

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) a friendly, support weight loss group meets Tuesdays, 8:45-10 a.m., Southdale Community Centre, 254 Lakewood Blvd. Information: 253-9743 or 222-3332.

Daytimers Toastmasters meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month, 2-3:30 p.m., Glenwood Community Centre, 27 Overton St. Improve your speaking skills in a relaxed and friendly environment. Information: 661-6199 or 772-9982.

Recovering Couples Anonymous (RCA) meets every Sunday, 6:30 p.m., Churchill Park United Church, 525 Beresford Ave. Information: www.recovering-couples.org or gprymak@mts.net or Diana, 231-3699.

Sara Riel's Work Placement Force program maybe able to help you find and keep employment if you are unemployed and have or have had a mental health concern. Call 237-9559, ext. 50.

Post Polio Network offers support and information. Call 975-3037 or postpolionetwork@shaw.ca.

Fort Garry Legion Texas Hold'em, Monday and Friday, 7 p.m. and branch bingo Friday, 7:30 p.m., 1125 Pembina Hwy.

Lion's Place Toastmasters meet alternate Wednesdays, 7 p.m., 610 Portage Ave. Call 888-6743 or hgbirt@shaw.ca.

Grace Toastmasters offers an entertaining evening out. Information: 654-1466 or big-jjames@hotmail.com.

Manitoba Chapter of the Infertility Awareness Association of Canada holds support groups on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month. If you are infertile and need support, call 488-2673 or mbiaac@hotmail.com for time and location.

Crossroads Toastmasters meets every Wednesday 7-9 p.m. in the library at College Pierre Elliot Trudeau, 216 Redonda St. Call Dallas, 661-6199 or Stan, 669-2697, or swpenner@shaw.ca.

Voyageur Toastmasters meets Wednesdays 6:30 p.m. at Deer Lodge Centre 2nd Floor Life Learning Centre 2109 Portage Ave.. Information dckerr@mts.net or Doreen 452-4314.

Norman Art Group of St. James are resuming their Wed. evening meetings. Studio nights as well as teachers class nights. New members and guests welcome. Bordaire Commuity Club, 471 Hampton St. Information phone 837-1176.

Windy City Wanderers have walks Sundays, 9:30 a.m., 5 & 10 Ks. Call Terry, 453-2905 or tfulton9@shaw.ca.

OCD Centre Manitoba has trained volunteer mentors who can work with adults living in Winnipeg who have been diagnosed with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. If you are interested in having a mentor call, 942-3331.

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 p.m., 610 Portage Ave. Information: Ardythe, 772-9982 or a_basham@shaw.ca.

PBS Toastmasters meets Tuesday, 7-9 p.m., Grace Hospital, Conference room A, lower level. Information: Guy, 804-5756.

Toastmasters meet on main Floor 610 Portage Ave from 7-9 p.m. first and third Wednesdays of each month. Guests welcome. Information: Jennet 284-6828 or jpbakes@mymts.net.

Osborne House is a safe place for women and children in Winnipeg fleeing from domestic violence. OH would like to receive donations of New Clothing Items for both women and children (all ages). Unused Personal care items for example shampoo, face products, personal hygiene products. 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.

Grenfell Art group meets Tuesdays @10 a.m. to 2 p.m.., Riverview Community Centre, 90 Ashland Ave. Information: Joyce at 667-9570 or bertil@mts.net

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.acawpg.org.

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.

Soroptimist International of Winnipeg is inviting women interested in women's issues and / or have fundraising ideas and skills to join our organization.

Contact siofwpg@soroptimist.net or Kay at 837-1290.

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.

Peak Performers Toastmasters Club, Thursdays at 6:59 a.m., Eglise Communautaire de la Riviere Rouge, 156 Marion Street. Open to all ages, interests and professional qualifications. Jenny, 228-9959, info@peakperformers.freetoasthost.org.

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

Centennial Toastmasters meets every Wednesday, 6:30 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.

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.

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 group promoting 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 February 22, 2012 $sourceSection0