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Rupert’s Land Caregiver Services exists to provide services supporting caregivers of elderly persons in their own home in Winnipeg. We are holding our annual poinsettia sale to help raise funds to ensure that we are able to continue providing important services to caregivers. The poinsettias are available in red, white or pink and are in 6-inch pots, decorated with a festive pot cover. The cost is $17 per plant and can be ordered by calling 452-9491 by Nov. 27.

Hospice & Palliative Care Manitoba is inviting you to join our annual 2006 “Poinsettias for the Holidays” campaign by purchasing a poinsettia to brighten your home or your office or by sending a poinsettia as a gift to a family member or friend. By purchasing poinsettias from Hospice & Palliative Care Manitoba, you support our very special Volunteer Visiting Service which provides trained companion volunteers to support terminally ill clients or those coping with grief. For information on prices and order forms, call Joan Lawless at 889-8525 ext. 232 or e-mail jlawless@manitobahospice.mb.ca Order forms can also be downloaded www.manitobahospice.ca.

Vincent Massey Collegiate 1963-1966 planning a Caribbean cruise Feb. 12-20, 2007. For information call Barb at 231-3847 or e-mail pages1@mts.net.

Vincent Massey Collegiate celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2010. If someone you know attended or worked at the school, call 832-5599 or e-mail masseys50th@hotmail.com.

Transcona Literacy Centre annual fundraising event, So You Think You Can Write, from now to Dec. 4. Two-part writing contest, short story (fall) and poetry (spring). You must be 18 and reside in Manitoba. For entry forms call 224-9099 or e-mail soyouthingyoucanwrite@shaw.ca.

Canadian Blood Services, the Canadian Forces and the Royal Canadian Legion are urging Canadians to donate blood from now to Nov. 30 “in honour” of the men and women who devote themselves to serving in Canada and around the world. Between now and Nov. 30, people visiting blood donor clinics will be able to sign an “in honour card” with personal messages or words of encouragement for Canadian Forces members. These cards will be delivered to military personnel. You can take part in Operation roll up your sleeves by calling 1-888-2-DONATE (1 888 236-6283).

Bilingual Toastmasters Club Francs-parleurs weekly meetings Nov. 22, and 29, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Collège Louis Riel, 585 rue St. Jean Baptiste, room 105. For more information, call Lucien at 257-7361.

Grace Toastmasters meet every Wednesday Nov. 22 at 7 p.m. at 211 Kimberly Ave. For information call Les at 669-1379 or Heidi at 663-9456.

Windy Corners Toastmasters Club meets Nov. 22, at noon, 5th floor, 269 Main St. at Water. Call 942-5453.

Women Networking for Success, Need Networking? Nov. 22, 7:30 pm at 1-433 River Ave. Featured Speaker: Nicole Normandeau, “Feng Shui: Your Personal Best”. 254-6130

Venio Dictum Toastmasters meets every Wednesday, Nov. 22 & 29 at 6 p.m. at Masonic Memorial Temple, 420 Corydon Ave. (corner of Donald & Osborne). For information call 334-6350, e-mail info@toastmasters.mb.ca or visit www.toastmasters.mb.ca.

Public Trustee & Geriatric Program Assessment Team free public seminar, Working Together for Seniors in the Community, Nov. 23, 1 to 3 p.m. at Gwen Secter Creative Living Centre, 1588 Main St. To register call 948-3394.

Misericordia Health Centre C.N.I.B. Christmas craft sale in conjunction with their annual Alzheimer bake sale/silent auction, Nov. 23, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 99 Cornish Ave.

Jewish Heritage Centre of Western Canada in conjunction with the Jewish Book Fair present book launch and lecture with Prof. Benjamin M. Baader, Department of History, University of Manitoba, Nov. 23, 7:30 p.m. at Asper Jewish Community Campus, 123 Doncaster. For information call Tamar at 477-7537 or Stan at 477-7467. Free.

Deer Lodge Centre and Youville Centre present Grieving During the Holidays, Nov. 23, 7 to 9 p.m. at the Deer Lodge Learning Centre, 2109 Portage Ave. Speaker is Fred Nelson, Palliative Care Program.

Broadway-First Baptist Church clothesline sale of good, pre-owned clothes – something for every member of the family, Nov. 23, 1 to 8 p.m. at 790 Honeyman Ave.

St. John’s High School Family Literacy Night, Nov. 23, 6 to 9 p.m. at Chapters Polo Park, 695 Empress St. 775-5999.

Aboriginal Centre fundraiser for Headstart program, knitting sale by Dorothy Betz, Nov. 23 and 24, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 181 Higgins Ave. Proceeds to help with youth program activities.

MB School Counsellors’ Association presents Supporting War-Affected Children Conference Nov. 24, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Knox Centre, 406 Edmonton St. Topics covered include post-traumatic stress, depression, the refugee experience and exile syndrome. Keynote is Dr. Eric Hoskins, President, War Child Canada. For information visit www.mbteach.org/SAG_Conf_2006/2006_MSCA.pdf or call Sharon at 453-5928.

LITE presents it’s annul Wild Blueberry Pancake breakfast, Nov. 24, 7 to 10 a.m. at the Indian and Metis Friendship Centre at Dufferin and Robinson. Local entertainment and craft sale. Call 942-8578 or e-mail litepr@mts.net for tickets.

Guild of the Victoria General Hospital presents a Dickens of a Sale, Nov. 24, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the hospital, 2340 Pembina Hwy. Free parking.

St. Bernadette Church’s Craft Club craft auction and craft sale, Nov. 24, 7 to 10 p.m. at 820 Cottonwood Rd., Windsor Park. There will be crafts for all ages! Coffee and dainties will be available. Free-will offering at the door.

St. Michael & All Angels Anglican Church host an English pub night with entertainment by Village Green Morris Men and Village Green English Country Dancers Nov. 24, 7:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s Fort Garry Church Hall, 830 North Dr. at Point Road. For information and tickets call 284-2235.

Holy Family Ukrainian Catholic Church perogy supper Nov. 24, 5 to 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium, 1001 Grant Ave. 453-4653.

LITE (Local Investment Toward Employment) 10th Annual Wild Blueberry Pancake Breakfast Nov. 24, 7 to 10 a.m. at the Indian and Métis Friendship Centre, 45 Robinson St. Come and enjoy a celebration of the inner city! Local entertainers, crafters and great food. Tickets call 942-8578 or e-mail litepr@mts.net or visit www.lite.mb.ca.

St. Boniface General Hospital Auxiliary Holly Beary craft sale Nov. 24, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Research Centre Atrium. All funds raised are for the enhancement of patient care.

Holy Trinity Busy Hands all you can eat perogies, Nov. 24, 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. at 1175 Main St.

Winnipeg Committee for Safety hosts a Towards a Safer Winnipeg! Forum and Safety Awards luncheon Nov. 24, 9 to 11 a.m. at the Hotel Fort Garry. The Safety Awards Luncheon will follow the Forum at noon in the Mayor’s Foyer, City Hall, 510 Main Street. There is no charge and everyone is welcome. Paul Kells, Founder, Safe Communities Foundation, Toronto, will present on the merits of Winnipeg becoming a designated safe community like Ottawa, Calgary and Halifax. To register for the forum, the luncheon, or for information call Linda at 986-7924.

Parents Without Partners Winnipeg presents Christmas Social Nov. 24, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. at the St. James Legion, 1755 Portage Ave. Call 957-7172.

North Kildonan Community Centre dance Nov. 24, 7 to 10 p.m. at 1144 Kingsford Pl. Bingo held Sunday at 7:15 p.m. Carnival weekend Feb. 2 to 4. Movie night Dec. 15, 7 to 9 p.m. Call 952-2951 or visit www.nkcc.ca.

Stroke Recovery Association of Manitoba’s Auxiliary craft, knit and bake sale, Nov. 24, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Deer Lodge Hospital, 2109 Portage Ave.; Polo Park Safeway during the Safeway Charity Checkout Day, Dec. 2, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

University Women’s Club of Winnipeg 26th annual craft and bake sale is Nov. 24 and 25, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Three floors of the Provincial Heritage site, Ralph Connor House, at 54 West Gate will be filled with the work of over 18 Manitoba artisans and the handmade items and delicious goodies produced by our own members. Tea, coffee and refreshments will be available on the Friday from 1:30 to 3 p.m. and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For information call 954-7880 during weekly business hours.

Manitoba Crafts Museum and Library Christmas Ornament Sale Nov. 25, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1B-183 Kennedy St. For information call 487-6117.

Winnipeg Embroiderer’s Guild presents Heritage Needle Arts Fair, Nov. 25, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Dalnavert Museum Interpretive Centre, 61 Carlton St. For information call Liz at 897-3277.

Winnipeg Humane Society offers programs for children and youth as follows: Mini Kids Club, ages 7 to 11, Nov. 25, 10 a.m. to noon. This program is an educational experience for children to explore pet care and responsibility pet ownership, learn more about safety with pets, share ideas, activities and stories. To register call 982-2046 or e-mail education@humanesociety.mb.ca.

St. Anne Ukrainian Catholic Church craft & bake sale Nov. 25,10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 455 Douglas Ave. Variety of crafts, Christmas baking, perogies, perishke, cabbage rolls. For information call Vicki at 668-0774 or Dolores at 669-3390.

Sts. Peter and Paul UCWLC fall bake sale Nov. 25, 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Parish Centre, 400 Marion St. Holupchi, Perogies and more will be available.

First Lutheran Church Women Christmas tea Nov. 25, 1 to 3 p.m. in the Parish Hall, 580 Victor St. Home baking, meat pies, handicrafts, white elephant, books and touch and take tables and a silent auction. Handicap access.

St. Alban’s Church Guild Christmas luncheon Nov. 25, 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the lower hall, 486 Rathgar Ave. Home baking, treasure table and silent auction.

Writers’ Collective offering Writing for Radio with Ron Robinson, Nov. 25, 1:30 to 4 p.m. in Room 3C29, Centennial Hall, Second Floor, University of Winnipeg Campus. To register call 786-9468 or e-mail writerscollective@uwinnipeg.ca.

Taoist Tai Chi Society of Canada annual craft and bake sale Nov. 25 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1100 Pembina Hwy. For information call 453-1349, visit www.mts.net/~ttcswpg or e-mail winnipeg@taoist.org.

Dance to the Al Miller Band Nov. 25, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. at the R.A. Steen Center (980 Palmerston @ Ruby). For information call Vern @ 668-1968. Tickets available at the door.

St. Stephen’s Anglican Church Christmas meal, bake, craft and gift sale Nov. 25, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 220 Helmsdale Ave.

Oakville Community Club annual Christmas craft sale Nov. 25, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Forty tables of gifts, crafts, gourmet items and prizes. Five Free Draws included with admission. Children 15 and under free. Mulled cider and other goodies available in the canteen. Located in Oakville Hall, 3 km south of the intersection of Highways 1 & 13. For information call Barb at 1-204-267-2394.

Barbados Association of Winnipeg Inc. 40th Anniversary of Barbados’ Independence annual banquet and dance, Nov. 25, 7 p.m. at the Centro Caboto Centre, 1055 Wilkes Ave. For information call Keith at 488-3540 or Claude at 275-0966.

Holy Cross Church Christmas tea, bake, craft and silent auction sales, Nov. 25, from 4 to 7 p.m. and Nov. 26, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Holy Cross Church basement, 252 Dubuc St.

First Lutheran Church Women Christmas tea Nov. 25, 1 to 3 p.m. in the Parish Hall at 580 Victor St. near Sargent Ave. For information call 772-7444.

Heritage Needle Arts Fair, Nov. 25, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Show and sale of quality items made by members of the Winnipeg Embroiderers’ Guild. Free admission to the sale; half-price admission to the Museum. Dalnavert Visitors’ Centre, 61 Carlton St.

Greater Winnipeg Senior Citizens Non-Profit Housing Inc. annual bazaar Nov. 25, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Richmond Gardens, 2900 Pembina Hwy. Bake sale, raffle, knitting, crafts, Christmas Novelties.

St. Andrew’s Anglican Church rummage sale Nov. 25, 9 a.m. to noon at 2700 Portage Ave.

Crescent Fort Rouge United Church A Teddy Bear’s Christmas Tea & Bazaar, Nov. 25, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at 525 Wardlaw Ave. at Nassau. Handy crafts, fish pond, frozen foods bake table, tea, jams & jellies, treasures. Main Floor – Wheel chair accessible.

St. Barnabas Anglican Church Christmas craft & bake sale, Nov. 25 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 730 McPhillips St.

St. Michael’s Parish U.C.W.L.C. Christmas bake sale and Ukrainian cuisine luncheon, Nov. 25, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 400 Day St.

Anishinabe Fellowship Centre fall tea Nov. 25, 1 to 3 p.m. at 287 Laura at Logan.

St. James Anglican Christmas bazaar Nov. 25, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 195 Collegiate St. Baked goods, deli table, used books, crafts, choice auction and more.

Local Colour Art Group fall show and sale Nov. 25, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Nov. 26, noon to 4 p.m. at the Elmwood-E.K. Centre, 180 Poplar Ave. at Brazier. Free.

Winnipeg Folk Festival winter craft sales Nov. 25, Dec. 2, Dec. 9 and 16, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Folk Festival Music Store, 211 Bannatyne. For information call 231-0096 or e-mail info@winnipegfolkfestival.ca.

Crescentwood Community Centre’s annual Christmas craft sale Nov. 26, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1170 Corydon Ave. For information and to reserve a table call Tami @ 475-3908.

Norwood St. Boniface Legion Branch #43 Ladies Auxiliary craft and bake sale Nov. 26, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 134 Marion St. For table rentals call Judi at 475-9921.

Oleksander Koshetz Choir 60th Anniversary Concert featuring the world premiere of Jim Hiscott’s “In Memoriam Walter Klymkiw” with soloists Irena Welhasch Baerg, Theodore Baerg, Kirsten Schellenberg, John Martens, and violinist Gwen Hoebig, Nov. 26, 2 p.m. at Jubilee Place Auditorium (MBCI) 180 Riverton Ave. Tickets available at Oseredok Ukrainian Cultural and Educational Centre (184 Alexander Ave.), Kalyna Bookstore (952 Main St.), or call 663-8423.

Inkster School presents Sisters of the Holy Rick, Nov. 26, 2:30 p.m. at 633 Inkster Blvd. Fundraiser for St. Nicholas Ukrainian Church. For tickets call 582-6695 or 694-6297. Wheelchair accessible.

Norwood St. Boniface Legion has table rentals available for their craft & bake sale Nov. 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information call Judi @ 475-9921.

Crescentwood Community Centre annual craft sale Nov. 26, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1170 Corydon Ave. Free admission.

Manitoba PEO Sisterhood 17th annual craft sale Nov. 26, 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Centennial Concert Hall, 555 Main St.

Jewish Foundation of Manitoba 32nd annual luncheon Nov. 27, noon at the Fairmont Winnipeg Hotel, Two Lombard. Featuring Senator Hugh Segal speaking on Pluralism and Canadian Democracy: Time for Frank Talk. Tickets in advance at 477-7520.

Ménière’s Support Group meeting Nov. 27, from 11 a.m. to noon, Room 121, Access River East building, 975 Henderson Hwy. Ménière’s Disease is an inner-ear balance disorder characterized by unprovoked attacks of vertigo (a sense of spinning) along with other symptoms, including tinnitus (noise in the ear), aural fullness (a feeling of pressure in the ear) and progressive hearing loss over time. For information call the Canadian Hard of Hearing Association at 975-3037

Support Group for those who lost loved ones to suicide will be held Nov. 27 and Dec. 18, 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Harrow United Church. For information call 831-3610.

Winnipeg Chapter of Women in a Home Office is holding a Vendor Showcase Nov. 28, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Linden Woods Community Centre, 414 Lindenwood Drive West. Over 20 women will be participating by displaying and selling their products and services. For information call 253-4830 or visit www.womeninahomeoffice.com.

Jubilee Fund presents The Sisters of the Holy Rock concert Nov. 28, 7:30 p.m. at the Sturgeon Creek United Church, 207 Thompson St. Tickets call 589-5001 to reserve your tickets.

South Winnipeg Family Information Centre presents: A Step Towards Effective Parenting, now to Nov. 30 (5 week workshop) 9:30 to 11 a.m.; Managing Your Anger (grades 4-6) Nov. 28, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Workshops are held at 800 Point Road (lower level). Call 284-9311 to register.

Winnipeg Chapter of UNIFEM meets on the last Tuesday of the month: Nov. 28, Jan. 30 and Feb. 27, 7 p.m. at Ralph Connor House, (University Women’s Club of Winnipeg), 54 West Gate.

Windy Corners Toastmasters Club open house Nov. 29 at noon, 5th floor, 269 Main Street at Water. Call 942-5453.

Holy Eucharist Hall U.C.W.L.C. Regional presents Dr. Larry Rados speaking on the “New” Euthanasia, Nov. 29, 7:30 p.m. at 460 Munroe Ave. If you are over 35 or involved in sports that could result in serious bodily injury, you need to become informed on this issue!

Sister Dorothy Live in Concert Thursday Nov. 30, noon in the Winnipeg Millenium Library 2nd Floor, Carol Shields Auditorium. Free! Bring your lunch.

Osteoporosis Canada Manitoba Chapter support/self-help group for people living with osteoporosis: Living With Osteoporosis, Dec. 1, 2 to 3 p.m. at Parkside Plaza, 1630 Henderson Hwy. To register call 772-3498.

Greenway School bake and craft sale Dec. 1, 9 to 2:30 p.m. in Room 108, 390 Burnell St. To rent a table call Kathy at 774-7298 or 775-2455.

Local Investment Toward Employment (L.I.T.E.) fundraiser 1st annual This Ain’t Your Grandmas Craft Sale, Dec. 1, 7 to 11 p.m. at Park Theatre, 689 Osborne St.

Forum Art Institute ‘Name Your Price’ annual art auction Dec. 1, 2 to 8 p.m., Dec. 2 & 3, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the, 120 Eugenie St. & Tache Ave., 235-1069. Many fine artists have created original works in acrylics, watercolours & sculpture in a variety of styles & sizes for you to choose from. Free and wheelchair access. Visit www.forumartinstitute.ca .

German Canadian Congress of Manitoba 21st Annual Christkindlmarkt, a traditional German Christmas Market, Dec. 1, 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Dec. 2, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Dec. 3, 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Fort Garry Mall, 81 Garry St. Call 989-8300. Free.

Lubomyr Melnyk piano meditation 3-day workshops: Dec. 1 to 3 and Dec. 8 to 10. Fridays 6 to 9 p.m.; Saturdays 2 to 5 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m.; Sunday Dec. 3, 2 to 5 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m. and Dec. 10, 2 to 5 p.m. All workshops at Deborah Judith Piano Artistry Studio, 85 Lenore St. To register call 783-7707 or e-mail mail@ClearLightSound.com.

Augustine United Church super sale Dec. 2, from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 444 River Ave. Household items, plants, books, clothing, baking and more! Entrance at 109 Pulford Street. For information call 284-2250.

Ladies of St. Martin-in-the-Fields Anglican Church Christmas tea and bazaar Dec. 2, 1 to 3 p.m. at 160 Smithfield Ave. Featuring home baking, crafts, books and delicatessen.

All Saints Ukrainian Orthodox Church Christmas bake sale

cash bingo Dec. 2, 4 p.m. bake sale, cabbage rolls, perogies, perishky; 5 to 7 p.m. perogy supper; 7 to 10 p.m. bingo in the auditorium, 1500 Day St.

St. Paul’s Anglican Church annual “Cookie Walk”, Dec. 2, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 830 North Drive. Bring a 4 litre pail and fill it with your choice of cookies. (Alternate date if weather is bad – Dec. 10.

Harrow United Church welcoming winter bazaar & luncheon, Dec. 2, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at 955 Mulvey St. at Harrow. Baking, books, white elephant treasures & more. Call 284-0079.

Grace Hospital Auxiliary Breakfast with Santa Dec. 2 and 9, 9:30 a.m. in the hospital auditorium, 408 Booth Dr. Proceeds go to patient care.

Sturgeon Creek United Church Christmas bazaar and luncheon, Dec. 2, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 207 Thompson Dr.

Golden Links Lodge celebrates 25 years of caring with a come and go reception Dec. 3, 1 to 4 p.m. at 2280 St. Mary’s Rd. Formal agenda, 2 to 2:30 p.m. Everyone welcome! Call 257-9947 ext. 255 or 228.

Women of Note presents – Festival of Christmas Choirs featuring: Women of Note Massed Choir, Women of Note Chamber Singers, Women of Note Chorale Choir with guest artists Winnipeg Male Chorus, Sisler High School Concert Choir, Dec. 3, 3 p.m. at the Westminster United Church, Maryland St. and Westminster Ave. for information please call 782-2148 or

338-4275.

Associates of the Missionary Oblate Sisters tea, craft and bake sale, Dec. 3, 1 to 3:30 p.m. at 601 Aulneau St. All proceeds for the missions.

St. John Cantius Catholic Women’s League Christmas bake sale Dec. 3, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 832 Burrows Ave., Parish Hall. Silent auction, white elephant table, craft sale.

Friendship Force of Winnipeg Christmas celebration Dec. 4, 6 p.m. at Niakwa Country Club. For dinner reservations call Nancy at 489 7366.

Millennium Library information session The Lives of Refugee Claimants, Dec. 4, 7 p.m. in the Carol Shields Auditorium, 251 Donald St. The Millennium

Library is proud to present David Matas and Janine LeGal in an information

session on the challenges that refugees face as they try to settle in

Manitoba. For information call Kathleen at 986-4255.

Taking Charge an information and support group for people with cancer offer the following: Coping with the Holidays, Dec. 5; Open Discussion for Cancer Patients & Family Members, Dec. 19, 7 to 9 p.m. at the Canadian Cancer Society, 193 Sherbook St. For information call Lorena at 774-7483, ext. 226.

Elmwood Legion Branch #9 Ladies Auxiliary turkey bingo, Dec. 6, 7:30 p.m. at 920 Nairn Ave. 667-4538.

Friendship Force of Manitoba Christmas Party Dec. 6, 6 p.m. at the Masonic Temple, Osborne and Corydon. For information and reservations call Graham at 254-7272.

Windy Corners Toastmasters Club meets Dec. 6 at noon, 5th floor, 269 Main St. at Water. Call 942-5453.

Bilingual Toastmasters Club Francs-Parleurs weekly meetings held every Wednesday, Dec. 6 and 13, 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Collège Louis Riel, 585 rue St. Jean Baptiste, room 105. For information, call Lucien at 257-7361.

Afrique 2007: Students Without Borders 2nd annual Christmas Craft Sale, Dec. 9, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at College Jeanne Sauve, 1128 Dakota St. Bake sale, silent auction, Students Without Borders’ Hand-painted birdhouses, and treasure trove table.

Manitoba Chamber Orchestra Vinyl Vault Open House, Dec. 9, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Power Building, 428 Portage Ave. Thousands of records: rock, pop, classical, opera, jazz, country, easy listening and more! Collectibles a specialty!

A consular officer from the United States Consulate General in Calgary will be in Winnipeg Dec. 12 and 13 in order to provide consular services and information to U.S. citizens. The Officer will be available from 8:30 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday and 8:30 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. on Wednesday to take applications for passports, birth registrations and to provide notarial services.

Misericordia Health Centre’s annual Care Tree Campaign Dec. 12, 13 and 14 from 7:45 to 9 a.m. on the Maryland Bridge. Traffic will be slowed by “Angels” collecting donations to help fund programs and services at the Misericordia Health Centre. Each $20 donation helps light up the Care Tree outside the Misericordia. Donors will be treated to hot beverages from Starbucks and a free Winnipeg Free Press. For information call Danielle Savage at 788-8458.

Scandinavian Canadian Choir presents “A Season of Dreams”, Dec. 17, 7 p.m. at 764 Erin St. Call 774-8047 or 489-7346.

Western Canada Aviation Museum Winter Break Flight School to make new friends, experiment with flying objects and have an exciting adventure. Join us for one or all of our afternoon instructor-guided flight programs for ages 6-12! Flight School runs from Dec. 27-29 and Jan 2-5. To register call 786-0730 or visit www.wcam.mb.ca for a registration form.

New Year’s Eve Concert for Hope & Peace Dec. 31, 6 to 7:45 p.m. at Westminster United Church, corner of Maryland & Westminster. Family-oriented event featuring performances by Madrigaia, Naomi Forman and Edward Ledson, Sierra Noble and Friends, and the Joel Kwiatkowski Jazz Quintet. Free tickets at Assiniboine Credit Union Branches starting Dec. 4.

Aurora Family Therapy Centre is offering a free Family Check-Up. The Check-Up is an hour long appointment where parents, children and teenagers can meet with our staff to look at the ways they work and play together. Taking care of your family is the best investment you can make, so call us today, at 786-9251, and take the first step toward better understanding your family’s strengths and enhancing your family’s well-being. Aurora Family Therapy Centre, located in Sparling Hall at the University of Winnipeg, offers confidential family, couple and individual therapy.

Employment Assistance Resource Services offers free assistance with getting ready for interview and resume writing. For information call 338-3899.

Filipino-Canadian Toastmasters meets every Sunday from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. at St. Edwards School, 836 Arlington St. For more information call 668-6393.

Family Centre enrichment program, As Long As We Both Shall Live? for couples in committed relationships or preparing to enter marriage who are interested in sustaining satisfying relationships and preventing relationship difficulties. Call Tiffany at 947-1401.

Windsor Community Centre has spots available in the morning and afternoon for a Tiny Tots program for ages 3 and 4. Must be toilet trained by Sept. Program runs from Sept. to May/07. Call 233-0648 and leave a message.

Edge Artist Village and Gallery, 611 Main Street, is looking for artists to join Winnipeg’s newest Artist Collective. Access to shared studio facilities, participation in regular group art exhibitions, and more! Call 947-2992 or e-mail Amy at teakle@mts.net.

Research study on auditory alerts and road safety, using a driving simulator. Men 30 to 50 years old or men 70 years of age and over are eligible to participate in this study. Each subject will be paid $20 and parking costs will be covered. Call Dr. Michelle Porter at the University of Manitoba (474-8795 or portermm@ms.umanitoba.ca) for information.

Henderson Y-Neighbours, a YM-YWCA program, invites moms of infants/preschoolers to join us for coffee, conversation and fun activities on Thursday mornings, starting end of Sept. Nursery provided on site. Call 668-8701.

Attention all former Lord Selkirk Boy Scout Pipe Band members and families. LSBSPB 50TH Anniversary September 2007. We are trying to locate all former members & families of the band so you can join in the celebration. Please e-mail LSBSPB_50TH_ANNVSRY@MTS.NET with your name, address and phone number or call 888-3544 and ask for Aileen or Bill.

Helping Hands Ladies Group meets the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month from Sept. to May at Ness Ave. Baptist Church, 2700 Ness Ave. For information call Sally at 885-5637.

L.I.F.E. (Lose Inches Feel Energized) program includes education information from a dietitian, counselor and nurse to help you lower the risk factors for diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease. The program starts the first week of Sept. and runs for 12 weeks. To register call Veena at 255-4840.

Division of Preparatory Studies is excited to offer a new piano ensemble course for anyone interested in exploring the world of musicians in partnership. Participants will explore the role of the piano in vocal and

instrumental literature in six bi-weekly sessions. Call 474-9797 or visit www.umanitoba.ca/music/prep.

Venio Dictum Toastmasters meets every Wednesday at 6 p.m. at Masonic Memorial Temple, 420 Corydon Ave. (corner of Donald & Osborne) or Confusion Corner. Call 334-6350 e-mail info@toastmasters.mb.ca or visit www.toastmasters.mb.ca.

Streamliners offers light-exercise and diversified program of education,

comradery, and fun till May, at extremely low cost. Kirkfield branch meets

Thursdays 7:15 at Hedges School behind Unicity. Instructor is fully

certified. Four other locations and days to choose from. Guests welcome to

check us out. Call Rose at 888-2447.

Ladies Auxiliary of the Royal Canadian Legion, Norwood/ St. Boniface Branch #43 are currently seeking new members who are interested in helping in community activities and supporting our veterans. For information call Alice @ 253-5556.