BILLBOARD June 15

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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.

EDTA Chelation Therapy Association of Manitoba is pleased to announce that Dr. Paul Conyette, IMD, presents: Chelation Therapy an alternative, comprehensive, complementary, personalized and integrative approach to reversing cardiovascular disease and many other degenerating conditions., noon-2 p.m. every Saturday, 374 River Avenue, suite 101. Reserve: 831-9058.

Miles Macdonell Collegiate 60th anniversary celebration, June 22 and 23, 757 Roch St. Register: www.mmcalumni.ca, Maureen 667-3630 or Tracey 228-9948.

Arborg Collegiate celebrates its 50th Anniversary with a Reunion and Homecoming, June 29-July 2. If you attended or worked at Arborg Collegiate, register: www.townofarborg.com, Facebook or 204-376-2605.

Harrow United Church two-day spring garage sale, June 15, 4-8 p.m. and June 16, 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., 955 Mulvey Ave. (at Harrow St). Garage sale items, plant sale, vintage clothing & accessories, coffee & muffins. Information: 284-0079.

Nearly New Shop Summer Vintage Sale June 15-30, 961 Portage Ave. Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Forum Art Centre Forum Art Fest, June 15-17, 120 Eugenie St. Annual Art Exhibition & sale June 15, 5-9 p.m., official opening & reception, 7 p.m.; June 16, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and June 17, noon-4 p.m. Information: 235-1069 or www.forumartinstitute.ca.

Headingley celebrates 20th birthday bash, June 16, 11:30 a.m.-midnight, 5353 Portage Ave., Headingley.

Community Vibes Incorporated 3rd annual Community Cook Out, June 16, noon-9 p.m., Central Park in downtown Winnipeg.

Learning Disabilities Association of Manitoba’s Children Literacy Programs A Walk in the Park, June 16, registration 1 p.m., walk 2 p.m., St. Vital Park. Register: www.ldamanitoba.org or 774-1821, ext. 12.

St. Paul’s Annual Strawberry Tea, June 16, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., 299 Balderstone Rd., West St. Paul. 1 Km north of the Perimeter at Main St. & Balderstone Rd. Baking, books, & gently used treasures.

Manitoba Equipment Co-op Winnipeg 4th annual MEC BikeFest, June 16, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., The Forks Market Plaza. Bring your bike for various bike events. Information: http://blog.mec.ca/events/mec-Bikefest/mec-bikefest-winnipeg/.

Century 21 Carrie.com yard and bake sale in support of Easter Seals Send a Kid To Camp, June 16, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., 1046 St. Mary’s Rd. Information: 987-2100.

Lighthouse of Hope multi family garage sale, June 17, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 19 Pinecrest. Proceeds to the Lighthouse of Hope building fund.

Second Annual Bullies and Buddies Adoption and Awareness Day June 17, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Anola Community Club, Anola.

Transcona Garden Club annual Spring Blossom Competition and Show, June 18 & 19, Kildonan Place Mall, 1555 Regent Ave. Entries accepted Sunday, June 17, 7-8 p.m. Information: 224-2356.

Manitoba Orchid Society meeting, June 17, 1 p.m. beginner/novice session, meeting 2 p.m., Canadian Mennonite University, 600 Shaftesbury Blvd. Feature Ron Burch from Connecticut.

Post Polio Network picnic, June 18, 5-7 p.m., Bourkevale Community Centre, 100 Ferry Rd. Tailgater’s will be providing the B.B.Q. All polio survivors, family and supporters are welcome to attend. Information: 975-3037 or postpolionetwork@shaw.ca.

River East Council for Seniors presentation and annual general meeting: Optimizing Pain Management- A Consumer Guide to Apparently Endless Options, June 18, 2:30 p.m., Parkside Plaza, 1630 Henderson Hwy. Information: 667-6812.

The Raging Grannies a group of Mature women who love to have fun so we don our flowered hats, shawls, and long skirts and sing the songs we have written. We sing about women’s rights, not going to war, the environment, the government and much more. Come and sing with us at Sam’s Place, June 19, 7 p.m. Information: Leuba 453-1486 or Marilyn 253-9353.

Struggle for Lobbying Transparency: Exposing Improper Influences on Government with Guy Giorno, lawyer and co-auther, Lobbying in Canada, June 19, noon, Carol Shields Auditorium, Millennium Library, 251 Donald St.

West Broadway Development Corporation annual general meeting, June 20, 6-8:30 p.m., Crossways in Common, 101-222 Furby St.

Compassionate Friends is a support group for parents grieving the death of a child of any age from any cause meets, June 21, 7:30 p.m., The Community Services Building, 685 William Ave. Information: 787-4896.

Red River Ex go4health Expo, June 21, noon-10 p.m. and June 24, noon-9 p.m. Free stop smoking clinics.

Royal Canadian College of Organists presents a celebration of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, June 21, 7 p.m., Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 256 Smith St. Tickets: 888-2627 or at the door.

Bike to Work Day Winnipeg June 22. Stop by a pit stop from 6:30-9 a.m. on your way to work and get a boost with free snacks, bike tune ups and refreshments. Register: www.biketoworkdaywinnipeg.org.

Assiniboia Christian Centre basement sale, June 22, 5-7:30 p.m., 3390 Portage Ave. Jewelery, books, tapes, CD’s, DVD’s, dishes, mugs, cups, glassware, good used clothing.

Grey Street United Church garage sale to be held at member’s home: 140 Clonard Ave., June 22-24 and 29-July 1. Fridays and Saturdays 9 a.m.- 4 p.m., Sundays 1-4 p.m. All proceeds to the church.

Heritage McBeth House 100th birthday June 24, 2 p.m., 31 McBeth St., off Main St. and River Grove. 953-1536.

Meniere’s Support Group meeting help for people with Meniere’s disease and other inner-ear balance disorders, June 25, 11 a.m., Access River East, 975 Henderson Hwy. Information: 975-3037 or menieres-group@mts.net; www.chha-mb.ca.

Parkside Plaza annual garage sale , June 26, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., 1630 Henderson Hwy, room 103. Hotdog lunch available.

Habitat for Humanity Manitoba’s Cycle of Hope, two-week 1600 km fully supported cycling, journey from Green Bay to Winnipeg, June 30-July 14. Sign up: 235-2181 or habitat.mb.ca.

Spanish Institute offers intensive summer courses July 2-13, 9-11:30 p.m. and Aug. 6-17, 9-11:30 a.m. Register: spanishinstitute@mts.net or 832 9893.

Run for Diabetes 3rd annual fundraiser Sept. 3, Assiniboine Park. Half Marathon, 10K, 3K, Kids Fun Run. Register: online at Running Room. Information: John jmurphy@mymts.net, Kelvin kelvin.hollender@diabetes.ca or 925-3800, ext. 225.

Kidney Foundation of Canada-Manitoba Branch annual Renal Ride Glide and Stride, Sept. 9, 8:30 a.m. registration, 10 a.m. walk, St. Vital Park. Pledge forms and register: 989-0807 or www.kidney.ca/manitobawalk.

Eastern MB Square and Round Dance Association’s 60th anniversary dance/party, Oct. 13, 2-5 p.m., St. James Civic Centre. Information: 391-0111 or 489-6655.

Wednesday’s on Waverley meets every Wednesday, 12:05-1 p.m., 1000 Waverley Blvd. Information: Tannis 256-7890.

Pacesetters Toastmasters meets Tuesdays, 7 p.m., Library of Charleswood Jr. High. Enter building in the SW nearest the gym and Eric Coy Arena. Information: Victoria 895-9797.

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: siofwpg@soroptimist.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.