Billboard – April 29

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Big Smiles Collection Crew accepts donations year round of gently used clothing and household goods. The sale of these items to Value Village will provide funds to support mentoring programs at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Winnipeg. There are 28 drop off bins located throughout the city, these are listed at www.bigwinnipeg.com. For pick up call, 943-KIDS (5437).

Ka Ni Kanichihk Inc. is currently looking for Mentors for our Restoring the Sacred program. Restoring the sacred program is an after-school program for Youth of Aboriginal ancestry between the ages of 14-21 who are: committed to developing youth leadership and mentorship skill, transitioning from rural communities to attend high school in Winnipeg. Once trained, mentors are matched with Aboriginal youth who are new to the city. Information: Fred, 953-5820 ext. 58, 455 McDermot Ave.

ALS Society of Manitoba needs donations of furniture, collectables, glassware, china, children’s toys and miscellaneous items for their yard sale, Aug. 29 and 30, Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 637 Buckingham Rd. To donate call Brian, 837-1270 or bcampbellals@deerlodge.mb.ca or e-mail Shannon, sbochinski@shaw.ca. All proceeds go to support the Brummitt-Feasby ALS House.

Manitoba Indian Education Association Inc. offers a free after school program for youth. “Honouring our Spirits Progam” is a fun place to hang out after school. we are looking for youth participants between the ages of 15-24 year olds to attend this program Tuesday and Thursday, 4-7 p.m., 200-70 Albert St. We offer cultural teachings, ceremonies, arts & crafts, and various outdoor activities and outings. Call Rhonda, Amberae or Vanessa, 947-0421.

Health Sciences Centre has an on-going need for paperback books and magazines (current within 2 years) to supply our daily book cart delivery to patients. Information: Shelley, 787-3533.

Grace Hospital Auxiliary is accepting your donations of gently-read pocket books and hard covers. Books can be dropped off in the Book Drop-off box located between the main entrance doors or at Receiving at the rear of the Hospital of Sturgeon Rd., 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Proceeds go to patient care.

Toastmasters Club Francs-Parleurs meet April 29, May 6, 13, 20 and 27, 5:30-7 p.m., College Louis Riel, 585 St-Jean Baptiste St. Call Lucien, 257-7361.

Fort Garry Women’s Resource Centre presents The 3R’s of Clutter – Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, April 29, 6-8 p.m., 1150A Waverley St. Register: 477-1123.

Manitoba Association of Social Workers presents a free presentation with Dr. Michael Ungar, PhD, social worker, family therapist, April 29, 7-9 p.m., Winnipeg Millennium Library. Title, We Generation: Raising Socially Responsible Children & Teens. Information: Diane, 888-9477 or masw@mts.net.

The Nature Conservancy of Canada annual Celebrating Nature dinner, April 30, reception 6 p.m., dinner 7:30 p.m., Victoria Inn & Convention Centre. The evening includes a live birds of prey display. Net proceeds assist the Nature Conservancy of Canada, Manitoba Region in protecting endangered habitats in Manitoba. Tickets, 942-6156.

St. Stephen’s Anglican Church presents Scotland Sings, Grant Frazer and David Holt, April 30, 7 p.m., 220 Helmsdale Ave. Tickets: 661-2432.

Winnipeg Pet Rescue Shelter 6th annual fundraising dinner & auction, Paws for Life, April 30, The Gates on Roblin, 6945 Roblin Blvd. Tickets: 832-9880 or www.petrescueshelter.com.

T.O.P.S information night/open house April 30, 6:30 p.m., Cindy Klassen Recreation Centre, 999 Sargent Ave. Call Gayle, 612-3076 or Harold at 612-2985 or leave a messages, 255-6368.

Air Canada Pionairs 32nd annual general meeting and reunion April 30, 9 a.m.-noon, Delta Winnipeg Hotel. Information: 489-0023 or www.pionairs.ca.

St. James Art Club spring show and sale, April 30, 1-8:30 p.m.; May 1, 10 a.m.-8:30 p.m. and May 2, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., St. Andrews Anglican Church Hall, 2700 Portage Ave.

Immanuel Players present “Out of Sight…Out of Murder” a mystery comedy April 30, May 1 and May 2, 8 p.m., Immanuel United Church, 755 Golspie St. Information: 669-0220.

Daniel McIntyre Collegiate Institute presents The Wiz, now to May 1, 7:30 p.m., 720 Alverstone St. Tickets at the school.

Holy Trinity Busy Hands all you can eat perogies, May 1, 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m., 1175 Main St.

Costume Museum of Canada first annual Women of Style Gala marks the official opening of our Women of Style exhibit, May 1, 7 p.m., 109 Pacific Ave. Tickets: 989-0072.

Keystone Masonic Lodge #185 hosts Bud, spud and steak fundraiser, May 1, 5-8 p.m., Tijuana Yacht Club, Canad Inns Polo Park, 1405 St. Matthews Ave. Call Sandra/Jim, 254-7683 or 291-7459 or 975-3037.

Habitat for Humanity, Cycle of Hope presents Brent Parkin, May 1, 8 p.m., Hi Lo Pub, Ellice @ Kennedy. All proceeds go to Habitat for Humanity.

Manitoba Hydro is inviting submission to the 2009 Spirit of the Earth Awards, program that recognizes environmental or cultural activities implemented by Aboriginal, or non-Aboriginal people, working in partnership with Aboriginal communities. Deadline for submissions is May 1. Awards presented on June 21, national Aboriginal Day. Information: 360-4934 or www.hydro.mb.ca.

Local Colour Art Group show and sale May 1, 7-9 p.m.; May 2, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and May 3, noon-4 p.m., Elmwood/E.K. Senior Centre, 180 Poplar at Brazier St.

St. Mary Magdalene Church spring garage sale, May 1, 9 a.m.- 8 p.m. and May 2, 8:30 a.m.-noon, 3 St. Vital Rd.

St. Thomas Anglican Church garage sale, May 1, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. and May 2, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., 1567 William Ave. W.

Young United Church rummage sale, May 1, 5-7 p.m. and May 2, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., 222 Furby St.

St. Stephen’s Anglican Church basement sale May 2, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 220 Helmsdale Ave. Information: 661-2432.

Mary, Mother of the Church Catholic Women’s League and Knights of Columbus councils annual spring garage and rummage sale, May 2, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., 85 Kirkbridge Dr.

Kirkfield Park United Church Women dessert party & bake sale, May 2, 1-3 p.m., 472 Kirkfield St.

St. Mary’s Road United Church Hat’s off to Spring tea and plant sale, May 2, 1-4 p.m., 613 St. Mary’s Rd.

The Winnipeg Male Chorus with Vincent Massey Collegiate Chamber Choir present Spring Sing, May 2, 7:30 p.m., Portage Avenue Church, 1420 Portage Ave.

Westminster United Church garage sale May 2, 9 a.m., Westminster and Maryland.

Beautiful Savior Lutheran School 14th annual spring tea & craft sale, May 2, 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., 52 Birchdale Ave. Tickets: 984-9600. Rent a craft table: Lisa, 257-9552 or 984-9600.

St. Philip’s Anglican Church presents Chinese Dinner, May 2, 5:30 p.m., Corner of Tache & Eugenie. Tickets: 237-3650.

Marymound School Spring Marketplace, May 2, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 442 Scotia St. Free.

Elizabeth Fry Society of Manitoba garage sale, May 2, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 544 Selkirk Ave. Rain date May 9. Information: Heather, 589-7335, ext. 224.

Knox United Church rummage sale, May 2, 9 a.m.-noon, 400 Edmonton St.

St.George’s Anglican Parish’s Garden Centre will be opening, May 2-June 13, Regent Park Shopping Centre: bedding plants, hanging planters, perennials, vegetables, bagged soil, seeds & gift certificates available. Hours: Saturday & Sunday (8:30 a.m.-6 p.m.), weekdays (10 a.m.-7:30 p.m.).

St. John’s Presbyterian Church rummage sale, May 2, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 251 Bannerman Ave.

Guillain-Barre Syndrome Foundation of Canada Inc. meeting May 2, 1:30-3:30 p.m., Henderson Branch of the Public Library, Unit 1-1050 Henderson Hwy. Information: Maureen, 339-5827.

Mennonite Central Committee Manitoba FASD benefit event Feast for the Senses, May 2, 6:30 p.m. viewing, Vineyard Christian Fellowship, 782 Main St. Information: 925-1913.

Ladies Auxiliary of Elmwood Legion Branch #9 spring tea May 3, 1:30-4 p.m., 920 Nairn Ave. Information: Margaret, 224-2764.

Steps for Life Winnipeg’s first annual 5 km walk May 3, registration 10 a.m., walk 11 a.m., Kildonan Park. The walk commemorates and pays tribute to people who have been seriously injured or killed on the job. All proceeds from the walk go to Threads of Life, a Canada-wide non profit organization that provides support to victims and their families. Register: www.safetyservicesmanitoba.ca. Information: www.stepsforlife.ca/ or www.threadsoflife.ca/.

Have fun while making a difference at Casera Credit Union’s Walk With L’Arche, May 3 at Kern Park in Transcona. Collect pledges toward improving the quality of life for L’Arche members with developmental disabilities while earning prizes for yourself. Information: 237-0300 or www.larchewinnipeg.org/walkwithlarche.htm.

R.C.L. Montecassino Ladies Auxiliary lunch and punch, May 3, noon-4 p.m., Unit 10-1111 Logan Ave. Montecassino Legion. Information: 775-3379, 772-0123 or 936-0020.

Prairie Palette Spring Art Sale and Show, May 3, noon-5 p.m., Oak Bluff Recreation Centre.

Friends of the Winnipeg Public Library signature fundraiser books & brunch, May 3, 10:30 a.m., The Gates, Roblin Blvd. Featuring authors: Andrew Davidson and Daria Salamon. Tickets: Friends Gift Shop, Millennium Library, 251 Donald or 947-0110 or 488-7366.

Ukrainian Canadian Vet’s Br. 141 Legion Polk-A-Rama, May 3, 2-8 p.m., 618 Selkirk Ave. Information: 589-6315.

25th annual Syrinx Flute Festival May 3-5, First Presbyterian Church. Opening recital featuring Laura Barron, Vancouver, May 3, 7:30 p.m. May 4 and 5 feature performances by flute students of all levels. Information: info@syrinxflute.org or 772-5009.

Special Olympics Manitoba presents 8th annual Winnipeg Wine Festival, May 3-9, Winnipeg Convention Centre. Tickets: Manitoba Liquor Marts or Ticketmaster. Information: www.winnipegwinefestival.com.

Fort Garry Women’s Resource Centre presents four-part workshop series for women, Human Rights, Equality Rights and Poverty Law: May 4, Manitoba Housing and Residential Tenancies and May 11, Disability Claims, 6-8 p.m., 1150A Waverley St. Register: 477-1123.

Scotland Sings featuring Grant Frazer and Davey Holt, May 4, 7:30 p.m., Churchill Park United Church. Information: 453-9067 or 452-8561.

Fibromyalgia Support Group of Winnipeg meeting May 4, 7 p.m., 825 Sherbrook St. Emily Hunter, Physiotherapist speaks on Neuro-Proprioceptive Taping. Information: 975-3037 or www.fmswinnipeg.com.

UNICEF celebrates 10th annual Mothers Day luncheon, May 4, The Gates, Roblin Blvd. Tickets: 477-4600.

Rady Jewish Community Centre and I.L. Peretz Folk School Endowment Trust present the Best of Yiddish and Jewish Entertainment and Culture at 2nd annual Mameloshen Festival, May 4-25, Muriel Richardson Auditorium, Winnipeg Art Gallery. Information: 477-7537.

South Winnipeg Family Information Centre presents: Triple P-Positive Parenting Program May 4 and 11, 7-9 p.m.; Baby Sign (Introduction) April 30, 9:30-11 a.m., 800 Point Rd. Register: 284-9311.

Workplace Health and Safety spring 2009 public presentations as follows: May 5, Safe Work for the Aging Work Force; June 2, What are the Dangers for Outdoor Workers in the Summer, 9-10 a.m., Union Centre, room 103, 275 Broadway. Information: 926-7909 or tiffany.pau@mflohc.mb.ca.

Fibromyalgia Support Group offers a three-part educational course, “Taking Charge of Fibromyalgia” on May 6, 13 and 20, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Information: 975-3037 or www.fmswinnipeg.com.

Friends of Birds Hill Park annual general meeting, May 7, 6:45 p.m. registration, 7:30 p.m. meeting, Birds Hill Park Ranch on Nimowin Rd, Birds Hill Park. Guest speaker, Cheryl Heming discussing Naturescaping: Bringing the Park to your backyard and Cultivating a Healthier Landscape. RSVP: 444-6041 or 782-1452 or info@FriendsOfBirdsHillPark.ca.

St. Margaret’s Anglican Church presents “Human and Divine – An Evening of Jazz”, May 7, 7:30 p.m., 160 Ethelbert at Westminster. Featuring Walle Larsson on saxophone and Ian Hodges on guitar. Tickets at the door or in advance at McNally Robinson.

Eating Disorders Self-Help Program presents Nourishing the Soul: Women, Spirituality & Eating Disorder Recovery, starts May 7, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Call, 953-2358 or eatingdisorders@cmhamanitoba.ca.

Child Nutrition Council of Manitoba fundraising pancake breakfast May 7, 6-9 a.m., Fort Centre Court.

St. Benedict’s Retreat & Conference Centre 14th annual fundraising concert, Cantata, May 8, 8 p.m., St. Benedict’s Monastery Chapel, 225 Masters Ave. Tickets: 339-1705, Ave Maria in Garden City, Christian Supply and McNally Robinson Booksellers.

John Black Foundation presents a gala evening of music – from baroque to folk with a dash of musical comedy, May 8, 7:30 p.m., John Black Memorial United Church, 898 Henderson Ave. Tickets: 480-8897.

Swedish Cultural Association presents Magnus Martensson, comedic musician, May 8, 8 p.m., Scandinavian Cultural Centre, 764 Erin St. Tickets, 774-8047.

Fort Richmond Collegiate & Acadia Jr. High Jazz Bands perform at their Band Boosters’ Spring Fling fundraiser, May 8, 6-10:30 p.m., 175 Killarney Ave.

Irish Myst Choir presents Light as Eire, May 8 & 9, Irish Association of Manitoba, 654 Erin St. Tickets: Carolee, 837-6056 or Joyce, 669-3779.

University of Winnipeg launches the inaugural Carol Shields Symposium on Women’s Writing, Festival of Voices, May 8-10. Information: www.uwinnipeg.ca/index/festival-of-voices.

St. Anne’s Anglican Church Gala Anna fair, May 8, 5-9:30 p.m. and May 9, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., 253 Burrin Ave.

Cecil Rhodes School 100th anniversary, wine & cheese reception, May 8, 7-10 p.m., 136 Cecil St.; open house May 9, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., 136 Cecil St. & 1570 Elgin Ave. and dinner & dance, May 9, 6 p.m., Victoria Inn. Information: 414-4644 or www.cecil100.com.

Fort Garry Women’s Resource Centre presents Fort Garry Festival, May 9, noon-4 p.m., Fort Garry Community Club, Woodgrove & Oakenwald. Fun, games, and demonstrations for all ages. Information: 477-1123.

Manitoba Genealogical Society Inc. celebrate Manitoba’s 139th Birthday at our Manitoba Day Open House, May 9, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Library and Resource Centre of the Manitoba Genealogical Society Inc., Unit E – 1045 St. James St.

Pembina Trails Voices concert “Lights of Broadway” starring the PTV Family of Choirs, Ruth Wiwchar Artistic Director, May 9, 2 & 7 p.m., Westminster United Church Maryland Street and Westminster Ave. Tickets: 488-1767 ext. 1268.

Harrow United Church garage sale, May 9, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., 955 Mulvey Ave.

St. James Anglican Church 122nd annual Mary Wright Lilac tea, May 9, noon-3 p.m., 195 Collegiate St.

Crescent Fort Rouge United Church Breath of Spring luncheon, May 9, 11:30-1:30 p.m., 525 Wardlaw Ave.

Manitoba Schizophrenia Society presents 13th annual Iris Gala, May 9, The Gates, Roblin Blvd. Tickets: 786-1616.

Wildlife Haven Rehabilitation Centre 3rd annual “Baby Shower”, May 9, noon-3 p.m., Ile de Chene Community Centre, 414 Main St. Green Theme guest: Conservation, Oak Hammock, SafeSpace, Lake Winnipeg Foundation, Wildlife Ambassadors and more.

Fort Garry United Church garage sale, May 9, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 800 Point Rd. To donate items call 475-1586.

United Church in Meadowood Mothers Day tea, bake and plants sale, May 9, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., 1111 Dakota St. Tickets: 256-7002.

St. James Presbyterian Church garage sale May 9, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 1476 Portage Ave.

MADD Canada (Mothers Against Drunk Driving) Winnipeg Chapter conducts a Highway clean-up May 9, 10 a.m.-noon at Oak Bluff, Junction of Hwys. 2 and 3 to Sanford. Register: 9:30 a.m. at Oak Bluff arena and the Sanford Car Wash. Volunteers needed. Call 896-6233 or Doug, 343-2006.

Norman Art Group 30th anniversary tea & annual judged show, May 9, noon-5 p.m. and May 10, noon-4 p.m., George Waters Middle School, 190 Ferry Rd. Information: 885-3208 or gkarman@mts.net.

Friends of the Assiniboine Park Conservatory 2nd annual gardening Saturday, May 9, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Canadian Mennonite University, 500 Shaftesbury Blvd. Register: 837-44324 or www.friendsconservatory.com.

Manitoba Inventors’ Society meeting, May 9, 3-5 p.m., 226 Tyndall Ave. Guest speaker, Guy Bergeron, inventor of the Spider the Sandbagger from Elie.

Friends of the Cemetery open house May 10, 2-4 p.m., Tylhurst & Portage, across from Polo Park. Information: 888-6743 or hgbirt@shaw.ca.

Women of Note presents Mother’s Day spring fling concert May 10, 3 p.m., Westworth United Church, 1750 Grosvenor Ave. Tickets at the door.

Lupus Society of Manitoba World Lupus Day, Walk a Block for Lupus, May 10, 1 p.m., duck pond, St. Vital Park. Information: 942-6825 or www.lupuscanada.org.

Friends of the Assiniboine Park Conservatory 20th Mother’s day plant sale, May 10, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Assiniboine Park south parking Lot, off Corydon Ave.

St. Vital Agricultural Society Garden Booster Night, May 13, 7:30 p.m., Legacy Centre, LRSD Board Office, 900 St. Mary’s Rd. Flower arranging demonstration by Jim Fuller, Top Hat Florists, plant and perennial sale, raffle and silent auction. Information: 257-6372.

St. Margaret’s Anglican Church presents “Human and Divine – An Evening of Classical Music”, May 14, 7:30 p.m., 160 Ethelbert at Westminster. Featuring Ian Hodges – guitar, and Conrad Siebert – vocalist. Tickets at the door or in advance at McNally Robinson.

Seven Oaks House Museum re-opens, May 16, daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m., 115 Rupertsland Blvd. A collection of Red River Settlement artifacts is housed in the original John Inkster home and store constructed in the 1950’s. Individual and group tours. Admission by donation. Information: 339-7429.

St. James Horticultural Society monthly meeting, May 19, 7:30 p.m., Linwood Public School, 266 Linwood St. Guest speaker, Will Grieve speaking on Growing Grapes in Manitoba.

Retail Safety Council of Manitoba workshop Supervisors and Safe Work for Retail, May 26, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Shriners (Khartum), 1155 Wilkes Ave. Register: saferetail@safemanitoba.ca by May 20.

Ecole Riverview School celebrates 100th anniversary with an Alumni tea and open house, May 21. Information: riverview100@edu.wsd1.org.

Wii Chiiwaakanak in partnership with the University of Winnipeg’s Division of Continuing Education free workshop training as follows: May 21, Darlene Frederickson, Critical Thinking and Memory, 5-8 p.m., Helen Betty Osborne Building, 509-511 Ellice Ave. Information: Lea, 789-1431, l.gazan@uwinnipeg.ca or Tricia, 258-2951, t.seymour@uwinnipeg.ca.

Ladies Auxiliary of the Norwood St. Boniface Legion 4th Annual Baron of Beef dinner, May 22, 6-9 p.m., 134 Marion St. Fundraiser to send young athletes to the Royal Canadian Athletic Sports Camp, International Peace Gardens. Information or tickets: Judi, 475-9921.

Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation/CIBC Run For the Cure fundraiser trade show, May 23, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Roblin Park Community Centre, 640 Pepperloaf Cres.

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.

Cherish The Moment Mother Daughter Gala, an evening of love, laughter and fellowship, May 29, 6:30 p.m., Marlborough Hotel, 331 Smith St.

CancerCare Manitoba Foundation 2009 Challenge for Life 20K Walk, June 13, Assiniboine Park. Information: 927-5433 or www.challengeforlife.ca.

Golden Gate’s 50th Anniversary Oct. 3, 2009, evening event and barbecue are planned. Volunteer still required. http://goldengate.sjsd.net/.

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, a self help group based on AA principles, offers help to people suffering from stress. Call for locations, 269-6248 or 669-3523.

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.