COMMUNITY EVENTS
A directory of what is happening in the community
THIS COLUMN IS PROVIDED AS A FREE PUBLIC SERVICE TO NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS TO ANNOUNCE UPCOMING EVENTS. PLEASE CONTACT BETH EARLY-REA AT CALEDON COMMUNITY SERVICES AT 905- 584-9460 IF YOU WISH TO HAVE AN ANNOUNCEMENT PUBLISHED. THE DEADLINE IS WEDNESDAY. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25 Meeting of the Caledon Environmental Advisory Committee, 7 pm, at the Caledon Administration Centre, Caledon East. Anyone interested in Townwide environmental issues is welcome. Call Todd Salter 905- 584-2272.

Tops (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Chapter #ON1381 meets every Wed, 7-8 pm, Caledon Central School (Kennedy & Charleston, Caledon Village). This non-profit weight loss group meets to learn about nutrition & exercise. Call Teresa 519-927-3233 or www.tops.org. THURSDAY, APRIL 26 "Parenting Strategies for Dad", 7-9 pm, at the Caledon Parent- Child Centre/Ontario Early Years Centre. Problem solve everyday parenting concerns and share strategies with other dads of children age 6 & under. To register, call 905-857-0090. APRIL 26-27 "Are you the one everyone goes to for help?". Canadian Mental Health Association presents a twoday Helping Skills workshop. To register, call 905-451-2123. www.cmhapeel.ca. FRIDAY, APRIL 27 "Laugh out Loud", a charity benefit for ladies only, 7pm, at Glen Eagle Golf Club (15731 Hwy 50, N of Bolton). Proceeds to the Caledon Parent-Child Centre/ Ontario Early Years Centre's "Adjustments After Birth" program. Tickets $50. Call 905-857-0090.

Annual Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon, 11:30 am at Caledon Seniors Centre (7 Rotarian Way, Bolton). Call 905-951-6114.

Alloa Public School is seeking vendors for its May 12th arts and craft show fundraiser. Artists of all mediums welcome. Emai ljustjenifer@netscape.ca or call 905-495-2583. SATURDAY, APRIL 28 "The Great Big Garage Sale" Fundraiser for Coalition of Concerned Citizens, 9 am, at Someday Farm (Winston Churchill Blvd at Grange Sdrd). Call Penny 905-838-2590.

Cheltenham United Church Beef Barbecue, 5-7:30 pm, at Creditview Public School (13990 Mississauga Rd at King). Eat-in or take-out. Advance tickets $15/adults; $6/children 6-12yrs. At the door, $16/adults. For tickets, call Betty 905-838-3417.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 2 "An Overview of Responsive Behaviours in Dementia for Family and Caregivers", a free information workshop, 1:30-3:30 pm, at St James Church, Caledon East. To reserve your spot, call Caledon Meals on Wheels 905-857-7651 or 905-584-2992.

Caledon East Seniors Club #588 meets every Wednesday, 1:15pm, at the Caledon Community Complex, Caledon East. Everyone welcome for an afternoon of friendly euchre and lunch. Call Marjorie 905-584-2691.

1st Bolton Scouts Group Committee Meeting, 7:30 pm, at Multivans (40 Nixon Rd, Bolton). All parents welcome. Call 905-857- 3188. THURSDAY, MAY 3 Meeting of the Bolton & District Horticultural Society, 7:15 pm, at the Caledon Centre for Recreation & Wellness, Bolton. Topic: "Planting a Mae West Garden". Members free; $3/non-members or $2/members of other horticultural societies. Call 905-857-1460.

Bolton Banter Toastmasters meet every 1st, 3rd & 5th Thursday at the Albion Bolton Community Centre, Rm E, 7-9 pm. Lose your fear of public speaking and build leadership skills. Everyone welcome. Visitwww. boltonbanter.org. FRIDAY, MAY 4 Deadline to order geraniums and impatiens from the Credit Valley Hospital's Volunteer Partners Annual Flower Sale fundraiser. Call 905-813-1100 ext 5248.

Seniors Drop-In Centre, 10-4 pm, every Friday, in St James Anglican Church, Caledon East, hosted by the Caledon Seniors Council. All seniors welcome for cards, games, gentle fitness, chats. For more info, call Alex 905-584-0591. SUNDAY, MAY 6 EWAG Community Services and Raiders Run for Family Health. For more info, call Brenda 519-833- 9696 ext 230. MONDAY, MAY 7 Caledon Meals on Wheels "Cards on Wheels & Light Luncheon", 12:30 pm, at Stationview Place Seniors Apts. RSVP to 905-857- 7651 or 905-584-2992.

Bolton Laughter Club meets Mondays, 7-8 pm, in the CCS Classroom, Upper Level Royal Courtyards (18 King St E, Bolton.) Laugh with others for no reason. No fee. No pre-registration. Everyone welcome.

Play Bridge every Monday, 7 pm, at St James Anglican Church, Caledon East. All players from beginners to longtime are welcome to come out and enjoy a friendly game for a "twoonie". Call 905- 857-1855.

MAY 7-13 Two for One Week at Chez Thrift (new location at 301 Queen St S, Bolton). Call 905-857-8121. TUESDAY, MAY 8 Meeting of the Peel North Branch of the Retired Women Teachers of Ontario, 10:30 am, at North Bramalea United Church (363 Howden Blvd). RSVP to Karin 905- 796-2146. Speaker: Fran Williams, from "Clutter Bee Gone", on the reorganization and removal of clutter.

The Davis Centre Helping Hands Volunteers host a Bus Trip to Casino Rama. $10/person. Bus will leave Holy Family parking lot 8:30 am and returns 5 pm. To reserve your seat, call Pearl 905- 951-0701 or Sharon905-857-9843.

Meeting of the Orangeville & District Horticultural Society, 7:30 pm, at the Orangeville Seniors Centre (26 Bythia St). Topic: "Flower arrangements by three local designers". Flower show and refreshments. Visitors welcome.

MS Self Help Group meets 7-9 pm, at Christ Church Anglican (22 Nancy St, Bolton). Support group for those dealing with multiple sclerosis. Location is fully wheelchair accessible. Call Dorothy 905-880-0969.