BILLBOARD April 13

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Lung Association’s Manitoba Quits contest. Stay smoke-free during the month of May to be elegible to win one of five $1,000 cash prizes. Must be 18 and a resident of Manitoba. Register: www.manitobaquits.ca deadline April 30.

Who knew a mouse could build a house? To start building, click habitatbuilds.ca and join the online community to make it happen. Every donated dollar to Habitat for Humanity Manitoba starts to build a home for a family in need. Time is limited and we need your mouse to move to habitatbuilds.ca now as ‘the cat is out of the bag!’

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.

“Fresh Start” Furniture Drive, May 5, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Winnipeg Golf Dome, 1205 Wilkes Ave. Welcome anyone to come and donate furniture and household items that are gently used. Call 589-2218.

The Association of United Ukrainian Canadians annual giant indoor sale, small appliances, books, collectibles, dishes, housewares etc., April 14, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Ukrainian Labour Temple, 591 Pritchard Ave.

Charleswood United Church, 4820 Roblin Blvd Rummage Sale, April 14, 9 a.m.-noon. Kitchenware, house wares, vintage items etc.

Manitoba Prairie Quilters Quilt Reflections Quilt Show & Conference, April 13, 1-9 p.m.; April 14, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and April 15, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Canad Inns Polo Park, 1405 St. Matthews Ave. Information: www.manitobaprairiequilters.org.

The Manitoba Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre is holding its annual “Things Japanese” Sale of uniquely Japanese items from glassware and pottery to arts and crafts. April 14, 9 a.m-3 p.m and April 15, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., 180 McPhillips St.

Elmwood East Kildonan Active Living Centre spring dinner, April 21, 5 p.m., 180 Poplar Ave. Tickets 669-0750 by April 13.

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

Elmwood Legion Branch #9 Karaoke with Karaoke King Wayne Morrow, April 14, 3-5 p.m. and 7-11 p.m., 920 Nairn Ave. Information: 667-4538.

Soroptimist International of Winnipeg Annual Awards luncheon honouring women serving the community, April 14, 12:30 p.m., Viscount Gort. Tickets: Kay 837-1290 or siofwpg@soroptimist.net.

St. John’s Presbyterian Church memorial dinner, April 14, sittings 5 and 6:45 p.m., 251 Bannerman Ave. Tickets: Susan 633-1829.

Charleswood United Church rummage sale, April 14, 9 a.m.-noon, 4820 Roblin Blvd. at Dieppe Rd. Featuring house wares, clothing, jewellery, linens, toys, books, electronics, etc.

Phoenix Masonic Lodge Crocus Pancake Brunch, April 14, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., at the Shrine Activity Centre, 1155 Wilkes Ave. (near the Golf Done).

St. Norbert Y Neighbours Spring used toy & clothing sale, April 14, 9 a.m., Eagles Club, 3459 Pembina Hwy. 269-4332.

Recovering Couples Anonymous Winnipeg presents Pat Carnes, Ph. D., April 14, 7 p.m., Churchilll Park United Church, 525 Beresford Ave.

Manitoba Museum commemorates the 100th Anniversary of the Sinking of the RMS Titanic, April 14 & 15, 1, 2 and 3 p.m., in the Grasslands Theatre, 190 Rupert Ave. 956-2830.

St. Charles United Church turkey dinner, April 15, sittings 4, 5 & 6 p.m., 673 Isbister St. Reservations: Rosemary 888-8003.

Law Day 2012, marks the 30th Anniversary of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms open house, April 15, noon-3:30 p.m., Winnipeg Law Courts, 408 York Ave. Guided tours, student mock trials and debates, law as a career and legal information sessions and a special sitting of Citizenship Court.

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.

Spring Health Conference Highlights include: A motivational video, a presentation on organice eating plus an organice snack, and a session on Laughter Yoga, April 16, 1 p.m., Good Neighbours Active Living Centre, 720 Henderson Hwy. 669-1710.

An Evening Inspired by Africa Escape into the beauty of Africa, April 17, 7 p.m., Kildonan East Collegiate, 845 Concordia Ave. 667-2960.

Good Neighbours Chorus annual spring concert, April 17, 1:30 p.m., Grace Lutheran Church, 211 Kimberly Ave. Tickets at the door.

Manitoba Prostate Cancer support group meets April 19, 7-9 p.m., Seven Oaks Hospital auditorium. Presentation: New Prostate Cancer Therapeutics with Urologist, Dr. Darrel Drachenberg. Information: 668-6160.

Compassionate Friends a support group for parents grieving the death of a child of any age from any cause meeting, April 19, 7:30 p.m., Community Services Building, 685 William Ave. 787-4896.

Hospice & Palliative Care Manitoba – 2012 Celebrate Life Fundraising luncheon, April 20, 11:30 a.m., Winnipeg Convention Centre. Guest speaker Olivia Chow will share her personal story of love, faith and inner strength shown during her husband Jack Layton’s (former leader of the Federal NDP Party) illness and passing will be tremendously inspiring to all our guests. Tickets 889-8525, jlawless@manitobahospice.mb.ca or www.manitobahospice.ca.

St. Vital Art Group annual Art Show and Sale, April 20, 4-9 p.m. and April 21, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., United Church in Meadowood, 1111 Dakota St.

Nearly New Shop Out with Winter 2-4-1 sale, now-April 20, Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 961 Portage Ave. All proceeds go to the Children’s Hospital Foundation of Manitoba.

Ladies Auxiliary of Holy Family Parish rummage sale, April 20, 4-7 p.m., April 21, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. and April 22, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 778 Archibald St.

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. 772-3498 or manitoba@osteoporosis.ca.

St. George’s Church garage sale, April 20, 7-9 p.m. and April 21, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., corner of Grosvenor and Wilton Sts.

Winnipeg Golden Chordsmen present I’m Feelin’ Fine, with special guest quartet, Grand Design, and “The Riffs”, April 21, 7:30 p.m., North Kildonan Mennonite Brethren Church, 1315 Gateway Rd. Tickets: Rick 582-4446.

Chemo Savvy Inc. Breast Cancer Dragon Boat Team annual garage and bake sale, April 21, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Ralph Brown Community Centre, Machray Ave. and McGregor St.

Grands ‘n’ More Winnipeg Fun Scrabble for Africa fundraiser for the Stephen Lewis Foundation, April 21, 1-4 p.m., St. Andrews Church, 2700 Portage Ave. Register: Heather gnmscrabble@gmail.com or 888-0834.

Gordon-King Memorial United Church Spring rummage sale, April 21, 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m., 127 Cobourg Ave. 667-8781 or gkmuc@mts.net.

St Vital Y Neighbours Kids Used Clothing and Toy Sale, April 21, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Dakota Community Ctr., 1188 Dakota St.

St. George’s Church Giant Garage Sale, April 21, 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. and April 22, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., at the corner of Grosvenor and Wilton St.

Gordon-King Memorial United Church Rummage Sale, April 21, 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. 127 Cobourg Ave. 667-8781.

Children’s Hospital Book Market needs your help-please donate soft and hard cover books in good condition. PLEASE: no Reader’s Digest or Encyclopaedias. List of accepted books www.goodbear.ca or 783-1125. Books may be dropped off at Dufresne Furniture Stores and any Winnipeg Fire Hall. Proceeds support the Children’s Hospital Foundation of Manitoba Inc. Annual sale April 21-28, St. Vital Centre.

Saint-Jean-Baptiste Church garage saley, April 21, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. and April 22, noon-3 p.m. Silent auction, antiques and more. Annette 758-3339 or Estelle 758-3527.

Ladies Auxiliary of Elmwood Legion Branch #9 80th Anniversary Spring tea, April 22, 1:30-3:30 p.m., 920 Nairn Ave. 667-4538.

Meniere’s Support Group meeting help for those with Meniere’s disease and other inner-ear balance disorders, April 23, 11 a.m., Access River Eas,t 975 Henderson Hwy. www.chha-mb.ca menieres-group@mts.net or 975-3037.

Post Polio Network spring tea, April 24, 1-3 p.m., Katherine Friesen Centre, 940 Notre Dame Ave. Information: 975-3037 or postpolionetwork@shaw.ca.

École John Henderson School celebrates 50 Years of Excellence. Open House evening in honour of John Henderson Junior High School’s Anniversary. April 26, 5-8 p.m., 930 Brazier St. Light refreshments will be served Entertainment to be provided by the Students of John Henderson Junior High.

St. George’s Anglican Parish Transcona, will be hosting a Bridge & Whist luncheon, April 26, Transcona Scout Hall, Winona & Melrose; lunch at 11:30 followed by card games. Information 256-2304.

St. Mary Magdalene Church garage sale, April 27, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. and April 28, 9 a.m.-noon, 3 St Vital Rd. Information: stmarymagdalenewpg.org.

McClure United Church rummage & bake sale April 28, 9 a.m.-noon, 533 Greenwood Pl.

Jon Sigurdson Chapter IODE Spring Bridge and Whist luncheon, April 28, 11 a.m., Betelstadur, 1061 Sargent Ave. at Erin. Proceeds go to support the annual IODE Scholarship Program.

Norman Art annual spring show & sale April 28, 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

& April 29, noon-4 p.m., George Waters Middle School, 190 Ferry Rd. Bev 837-1176.

St. Paul’s Anglican Church Silver tea to celebrate the diamond jubilee of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, April 28, 2-4 p.m., St. Paul’s Parish Hall, 830 North Dr. Hats, gloves, ties optional. Donations appreciated.

Seven Oaks Historical Society Scottish luncheon to commemorate Bicentenary of Selkirk Settlers in Manitoba, April 28, 11.30 a.m., St. John’s Cathedral Church, 135 Anderson Ave. (by the Red River). Tickets: Arlene 589 6449 or Judy 582 1302.

Linden Woods River Heights and Whyte Ridge Y-Neighbours presents Kids’ Used Toy & Clothing sale, April 28, 9 a.m.-noon, Waverley Heights Community Centre, 1885 Chancellor Dr.

Westworth United Church rummage sale April 28, 9 a.m.-noon, 1750 Grosvenor Ave.

South Winnipeg Family Information Centre Fashions for Women spring fundraiser in support of The Clothes Closet, April 28, 9-11:30 a.m., 800 Point Rd. 284-9311 or www.swfic.org.

Forum Art Centre spring workshops: Image Transfer using acrylics and more with David Cooper, April 28, noon-3 p.m.; Anyone Can Play with Papier Mache with artist Lyndsay Ladobruk, April 29 & May 6, 12:30-4:30 p.m., 120 Eugenie St. 235-1069 or www.forumartinstitute.ca.

Prince Edward Legion #81, joint luncheon, April 29, 12:30 p.m., 300 Trent Ave. Silent auction, Money tree, Book sale, 50/50 Draw, Grocery hamper draw, etc.

Winnipeg Early Music Society annual recital. Italian choral and instrumental music from renaissance & baroque period featuring harpsichord, recorders, voices, lute, harp, crumhorn and more. April 29, 2:30 p.m., Gordon King Memorial United Church, 127 Cobourg Ave. Silver collection.

AUUC and the UJPO present To Life, L’Chaim, Na Zdorovya – a celebration of Ukrainian and Jewish folk music featuring the Ukrainian Festival Choir and the North-end Jewish folk choir, dancers and musical guests, April 29, 2 p.m., Ukrainian Labor Temple, 591 Pritchard Ave. Tickets 338-3448.

Donna Sarna Physiotherapy offers free workshops to women as follows: Prenatal Health, May 2 and Postpartum Recovery, June 6, 6-7 p.m., 102-897 Corydon Ave. Register: 452-2608.

Rotary Club of Fort Garry 50th Anniversary gala dinner, May 3, 6 p.m., Holiday Inn Winnipeg South, 1330 Pembina Hwy. Tickets: sanrotary@mts.net or 284-9605.

Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of Canada presents Newly Diagnosed Night, May 3, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Register: 231-2115 or winnipeg@ccfc.ca.

Seniors from the R.M. of Macdonald and high school students launch a book/DVD, A Glimpse Back, May 3, 7 p.m., Oak Bluff Recreation Centre.

Signatures Fashion presents a Murdock Mackay Fashion Show, Revolutionary Construct, May 3, 10 a.m., 1 & 7 p.m., Manitoba Theatre for Young People. Tickets 958-6460.

Local Colour Art Group Show and Sale May 4, 6-9 p.m., May 5 and 6, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Elmwood East Kildonan Active Living Centre, 180 Poplar Ave. Raffle of hand-painted Firefighter’s hats with proceeds to The Firefighters’ Burn Fund. www.localcolourart.ca.

Pilgrim Baptist Church Daffodil spring tea, May 5, 2-4 p.m., 41 Maple St.

Steps for Life Walking for families of workplace tragedy, May 6, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Kildonan Park, North Shelters. Register: www.stepsforlife.ca/locations/winnipeg-mb/ or stepsforlife.winnipeg@gmail.com.

BOOKS & BRUNCH, the signature fundraiser of the Friends of the Winnipeg Library, May 6, at The Gates on Roblin Boulevard at 10:30 a.m.. There’s a special Gates Brunch menu and featured guests J. R. Léveillé and Joanne Kelly will offer an entertaining discussion called “Books I Have Known and Loved.” Morley Walker is MC. Tickets are $50 at the Best of Friends Gift Shop in the downtown Millennium Library, 351 Donald, or phone 947-0110.

Grace Hospital Auxiliary’s Really Big May Book Sale! May 8 to May 10,

10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and May 11, 10 to 6 p.m. Hospital Auditorium, 408 Booth Drive.

Fibromyalgia Support Group of Winnipeg offers 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.

Royal Canadian Air Cadets lobster dinner and dance, May 12, Sts. Peter and Paul Community Hall, 400 Marion St. Tickets: Rick 791-8182, Roger 782-8250 or yvettebernat@hotmail.com.

Charleswood United Church Mother’s Day Luncheon & Fashion Show, May 12 at 12 noon, 4820 Roblin Blvd. Fashions by Chestnut Lane Boutique, Cake Auction. Tickets 832-3667

Silver Heights United Church concert Scotland Sings with Grant Frazer & David Holt, May 16, 7 p.m., 199 Garrioch Ave. Tickets: 832-6071 or www.scotlandsings.com/.

Ability Axis 2012 Employment Expo a celebration of employment & career opportunities for people with disabilities, May 17, Victoria Inn. Information: 487-0307 or www.abilityaxis.com.

The Opportunity Fund 3rd annual I Heart UWinnipeg dinner, May 23, 6 p.m., Canad Inns Polo Park, 1405 St. Matthews Ave. Tickets: 415-2472 or d.ottavio@uwinnipeg.ca.

Kelvin High School 100th Year Reunion May 25-27, all alumni of Kelvin High School are welcome to celebrate our 100th year. May 25 – afternoon welcome event, Kelvin High School, evening concert, Winnipeg Convention Centre, evening after concert social event, Winnipeg Convention Centre; May 26 gala dinner, Winnipeg Convention Centre; May 27 farewell gathering, Kelvin High School. Information: 956-1720 or www.Kelvin100.com.

Investors Group Memory Walk June 14, The Forks. Register: 943-6622 or bmitchell@alzheimer.mb.ca.

The Raging Grannies invite you to join us in singing for social justice. We are 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.

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 at 235-2181 or habitat.mb.ca.

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: 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.