BILLBOARD MARCH 17

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Articles for Billboard from non-profit organizations need to be in our office 14 days prior to the intended date of publication. E-mail to diane.pratt@freepress.mb.ca. ( no attachments please) Fax, 697-7412.

Jesus Changed Our Lives Ministry needs donations of canned and dry foods, bedding hygiene products, computers and office equipment. Call 415-5266.

Searching for Dartmouth High School students who attended up to 1959. DHS-Greenvale Reunion – Oct. 1-3. If you attended contact fmyers@eastlink.ca or mail to: Fred Myers, 9 Murray Hill Dr., Dartmouth, NS B2Y 3A6; alexr@eastlink.ca or ejfairbairn@eastlink.ca by Aug. 30.

I am a doctoral psychology student at the University of Regina looking for individuals over the age of 18 from across Canada with a diagnosis of Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes to respond to questionnaires about emotions and beliefs related to engaging in treatment activities. Contact Amy Janzen, janzen2j@uregina.ca, 306-585-5369 or http://uregina.ca/~hadjista/.

Glenlawn Collegiate Performing Arts Department presents Seussical the musical, now-March 19, 7 p.m., 770 St. Mary’s Rd. Tickets: 233-3986.

Kelvin High School presents the musical, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, March 17, 18, 19, 7:30 p.m., Gas Station Theatre. Tickets: 474-1492.

University of Winnipeg’s Department of Theatre and Film presents Fragments of Whispers and Secrets, now-March 20, 8 p.m., U of W’s Canwest Centre for Theatre and Film, 400 Colony St. Reservatons: 786-9152 or http://theatre.uwinnipeg.ca.

Transcona Garden Club meets March 17, 7 p.m., Transcona Retired Citizens Centre, 328 Whittier Ave. W. Topic: Great Garden Beginnings with Carla Hrycyna. Information: 222-0236.

Global College and the Canadian International Council free public lecture by the Honourable Flora MacDonald about her humanitarian work in Afghanistan, March 17, 6:30-8 p.m., University of Winnipeg, Convocation Hall (2nd Floor Wesley Hall). Information: 988-7105.

Winnipeg Afro-Aboriginal Cross-cultural Association cross-cultural concert featuring Summer Bear Dance Troupe, and the African drum and circus performance of Yamoussa and Kalabanté, March 18, 8 p.m., West End Cultural Centre, 586 Ellice Ave. Tickets: West End Cultural Centre or Hilaire, 391-7672 or Janine, 799-0980.

Portsmouth Retirement Residence grand re-opening, March 18, 3-7 p.m., 125 Portsmouth Blvd. Information: Patricia, 284-5432.

Broadway-First Baptist Church Clothesline sale of good, pre-owned clothes, something for every member of the family, March 18, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 790 Honeyman Ave.

Compassionate Friends is a support group for parents grieving the death of a child of any age from any cause meeting, March 18, 7:30 p.m., Community Services Building, 685 William Ave. Information: 787-4896.

Manitoba Prostate Cancer Support Group meets March 18, 7-9 p.m., Seven Oaks Hospital auditorium. Presentation on New Developments in Drug Treatment with Dr. Piotr Czaykowski, Cancercare Manitoba. Information: 668-6160.

Independent Living Resource Centre meets March 18 and April 15, 2-3:30 p.m., 311A-393 Portage Place Mall. Register: Joanne, 947-0194 or joannel@ilrc.mb.ca.

Retired Teachers of Winnipeg newly-organized breakfast club begins March 19, 9 a.m. Information: 589-5009 or cleol@mts.net.

St. Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic Church perogy supper, March 19, 4:30-7 p.m., 590 Alverstone St.

Prairie Fire and the University of Winnipeg present Marilyn Bowering delivering a free lecture March 19, 7 p.m., U of W, 515 Portage Ave. and a poetry reading, March 20, 7 p.m., McNally Robinson Booksellers. Information: www.prairiefire.ca.

Blessed Sacrament Players present “Senior Follies” a comedy by Billy St. John, March 19, 20, 26, and 27, Blessed Sacrament Parish Hall, 710 Roanoke St. Tickets: 224-1669.

Forum Art Centre Evening Down Under, March 19, 7-9:30 p.m. Art classes begin April 5. Register: 235-1069 or www.forumartinstitute.ca.

Kildonan Choristers and Royal Canadian Legion, West Kildonan Branch #30 presents Kildonan Goes Broadway dinner theatre, March 19 & 20, 6:30 p.m., 1748 Main St. Tickets: Barb, 586-3136, Laurie, 586-9832, Donna, 694-4352 or Lynn, 694-8002.

St. James United Church, Shamrock luncheon March 20, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

South Winnipeg Family Information Centre Clothes Closet sale, March 20, 9-11:30 a.m., lower level, 800 Point Rd.

Sturgeon Creek United Church Spring talent auction, March 20, 5:30 p.m., 270 Thompson Dr. Information: 832-1000.

ALS Society of Manitoba 2010 Cornflower gala with Troy Westwood, March 20, 6 p.m., Western Canada Aviation Museum, 958 Ferry Rd. Tickets and information: 831-1510.

Under the Same Sun fundraiser blast from the past dance, March 20, Southlands Community Church, 85 Kessler Rd. Live band & DJ playing 50 & 60’s music. Tickets: Barry, 269-1166.

St. John Cantius Council of the Catholic Women’s League spring tea, March 21, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m., 852 Burrows Ave.

Ukrainian Catholic Women’s League of Canada Metropolitan Cathedral of Sts. Vladimir and Olga Branch, Spring tea, March 21, 1-3:30 p.m., 115 McGregor St.

St. Anthony of Padua CWL 85th Anniversary Tea, March 21, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., 250 Burrin Ave.

Manitoba Association for Rights and Liberties presents lunch hour panel discussion on current issues surrounding racism, March 21, noon-1 p.m., Mondragon café, 91 Albert St.

Seven Oaks Toastmasters meets March 22, 29, 7-9 p.m., Atlantic-Garden City United Church, 725 Atlantic Ave.

Seven Oaks Toastermasters Celebrates 17 years with a open house, March 22, 7-9 p.m., Atlantic-Garden City United Church, 725 Atlantic Ave. Call Casey, 339-2340.

Ménière’s Support Group provides a forum for people with inner-ear balance disorders to learn more about these conditions, and to develop coping strategies, next meeting March 22, 11 a.m.-noon, Room 107, Access River East, 975 Henderson Hwy. WRHA Dietitian Amber Miller talking about the importance of reducing dietary sodium to help control Ménière’s symptoms. Information: 975-3037 or www.chha-mb.ca or menieres-group@mts.net.

Winnipeg African Violet Society meeting, March 22, 8 p.m., Assinniboine Park Conservatory. All welcome.

Donna Sarna Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation offers free interactive workshop as follows: March 23, Scared to Laugh, 6:30-7:30 p.m., 102-897 Corydon Ave. Register: 452-2608.

Fort Garry Women’s Resource Centre workshop Women and the law, March 23, 10 a.m.-noon, 1150A Waverley St.

Assiniboia West Recreation Association annual general meeting March 23, 7 p.m., 861 Buchanan Blvd. Information: www.awra.ca.

Winnipeg Chapter for the Canadian Committee for UNIFEM

6th annual Local to Global – Take Action: Stop Violence Against Women, March 23, 7 p.m., Norwood Hotel, 112 Marion St. Speaker: Jeannette Corbiere-Lavell. All proceeds to support Indigenous women through the United Nations Trust Fund to End Violence Against Women. Tickets: McNally Robinson Booksellers (Grant Park) or 409-401 York Ave.

Global College and University of Winnipeg Retirees Association free lecture Where do we go from Here? Thinking about Women’s Equality and Ethics with Dr. Marsha Hanen, March 24, noon-2 p.m., Eckhardt-Gramatte Hall, U of w, 515 Portage Ave.

Toastmasters meeting How to be 1 per cent better each time you speak, March 24, noon, Victory Building, 269 Main St. Call 942-5453.

Fort Garry Women’s Resource Centre Outreach Centre presents movie day, March 24, 9:30 a.m.-noon, 104-3100 Pembina Hwy. Register: 477-1123. Buzz code 1003.

Manitoba Orchid show March 26, 27, 28, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Assiniboine Park Conservatory, 15 Conservatory Dr.

Knights of Columbus presents Artarama, a charity art exhibit and sale, March 26, 27 & 28, Mary Mother of the Church, 85 Kirkbridge Dr. Information 269-3408.

Manitoba Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre hosts donburi, bento, and sushi lunches, March 26, April 9, 23, 180 McPhillips St. Information: 774-5909.

Vincent Massey Collegiate 50th anniversary reunion, May 27-30, 2010. Meetings March 24, 7:30 p.m. in the library. Send name, address, phone and e-mail to masseys50th@hotmail.com, 832-5599 or www.vmc50thereunion.ca.

University Women’s Club of Winnipeg – guest speaker Jean Freisen presents We are All Treaty People, March 24, 7:15 p.m., Ralph Connor House, 54 West Gate. Reserve: 954-7880.

St. Andrew’s Anglican Church rummage sale, March 27, 9 a.m.-noon, 2700 Portage Ave.

Arts & Cultural Industries Manitoba presents bannock and tea Tuesdays, March 30, 12:30-2:30 p.m., Urban Shaman Gallery, 203-290 McDermot Ave. Presenter: Maggie Nishimura, Uniquely Manitoba. Register: 927-2787 or admin@creativemanitoba.ca.

Retired Teachers of Winnipeg lunch meeting, March 31, noon, The Forks. Register: cliffrob@mts.net, cleol@mts.net or 589-5009.

Norman Art Group workshop April 14 and 21, Fran Kogan, colour theory using any medium, 7 p.m., Bord-Aire Community Club, 471 Hampton St. New members welcome. Information: Debbie, 895- 8941.

Wellness Institute offers the following courses: Functional Fitness for Adult Day Programs, April 14, 9 a.m.-4 p.m; Functional Activities Measures, April 13, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Commit to get Fit Run, May 16, 9 a.m., 1075 Leila Ave. Register: 632-3900.

Fort Garry Women’s Resource Centre Outreach Centre presents movie night, April 19, 5:30-8 p.m., 104-3100 Pembina Hwy. Potluck snacks. Register: 477-1123. Buzz code 1003.

Fort Garry Women’s Resource Centre Outreach Centre Moms and Babes drop-in, April 22, 9:30-11:30 a.m., 104-3100 Pembina Hwy. Register: 477-1123. Buzz code 1003.

Fort Garry Women’s Resource Centre Outreach Centre presents self care night, April 29, 6-8 p.m., 104-3100 Pembina Hwy. Register: 477-1123. Buzz code 1003.

Dressage Winnipeg presents Kendra McBain Memorial Competition & Equine Art Auction, May 8 & 9, 9 a.m.- 6 p.m., Manitoba Horse Council Facility, Bird’s Hill Park. Celebrate Kendra’s love of horses and the sport of Dressage. All funds raised go to Cancer Care Manitoba. Information: 782-5321 ordayna@dressagewinnipeg.com.

Viscount Alexander Collegiate high school alumni 1950-1960 will hold a coctail party to reminisce on May 28, 2010 during the Vincent Massey Collegiate Reunion weekend. Information: 284-4522, normandee1@shaw.ca or dp@mts.net.

Celebrating 100 Years at St Andrews Anglican Church (Woodhaven) Kick-off weekend is Oct. 15- 17. Visit www.standrewswoodhaven100.net for events information or call 832-0117.

Lion’s Place Toastmasters meet alternate Wednesdays, 7 p.m., 610 Portage Ave. Call Ardythe, 772-9982 or a_basham@shaw.ca.

Grace Toastmasters helps impove your listening and speaking skills. Information: 232-6934.

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 2638 meets Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m., Assiniboine Gordon Inn on the Park. Information: Jeanne, 837-8228 or jemul@shaw.ca.

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 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 or 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.