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. Thursday, October 30 Opening Night of the Caledon Townhall Players present "Sylvia", a hilarious story of a marriage and a dog. For more information on times, nights, and tickets, call the box office 519-927-5460 or visit www.caledontownhallplayers.com.

The West Humber Naturalists meet 7:30 pm, at Vellore Hall (9545 Weston Rd, Vaughan). Speaker: Dave Milsom will present a slide show on the Birds and Animals of Africa, including Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, and South Africa. Everyone welcome. The 2nd Anniversary and Open House Celebration of the Bolton Banters Toastmasters Cub, 7-9 pm, in the Albion Bolton Community Centre 150 Queen St S, Rm D). Light refreshments. Everyone welcome. Call 905- 951-2481; 647-208-9560; www.boltonbanter.org.

Halloween Family Fun Night, 5-7 pm, at the Caledon Parent-Child Centre/Ontario Early Years Centre. Kids can put on their favourite costume for some fun including a free Halloween craft, playroom activities, bedtime stories. Call 905-857-0090. www.cp-cc.org. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31 Carpet Bowling Bonanza, 9:30 am, at the Caledon Seniors Centre (7 Rotarian Way, Bolton). Call 905-951-6114. Registration deadline for Hospice Caledon training session which will be starting on Nov 29th.Volunteer opportunities include client support, outreach, transportation, bereavement, and complementary therapy. Also skills needed to support the new Bethell House residential hospice. Call Stephanie Speer 905-951-3534. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1 Christmas in Caledon Bazaar, 9am-1pm, at the Masonic Hall on Old Church Rd in Caledon East. Crafts, gifts and bake table. Everyone welcome.

Beef Dinner, 5-7 pm, at Christ Church Bolton (22 Nancy St). Tickets $15/adults, available by calling Marg 905-857-2021 or the church 905- 857-0433. For children, parents asked to make a donation appropriate to child's appetite. The Ontario Sustainable Energy Association presents Wind Power 101, a workshop by renewable energy expert Paul Gipe, at Hockley Valley Resort, 9-4:30 pm. Cost $175/person. To register, call 416-977-4441 or email sonya@ontario-sea.org. "Magic Moments" starring The Upper Canada Chordsmen, an award-winning Barbershop chorus, 2:30 pm and 7 pm, at Tweedsmuir Presbyterian Church (6 John St, Orangeville). For tickets, call 1-800-424-1295. Benefit concert for Community Living Dufferin. Draft Horse Show at Orangeville Fairgrounds (Hockley Rd, E of Hwy 10) starting at 9:30 am. Features draft horses (all breeds) and kids (7-18yrs) showing, riding & driving their horses. Special fun classes, free admission, lunch booth. Call 905-857-3029 or 519-856-9772. SHARE Agriculture Foundation Annual Dinner/Dance & Silent Auction, 6:30 pm, at the Speranza Banquet Hall (510A Deerhurst Dr, Brampton). Tickets $75/person with a $40 tax receipt. For tickets, call 905-838-0897 or 1-888- 337-4273.

The 51st CACY Show, 10-4 pm, at the Caledon Community Complex, Caledon East. Free admission. Local art vendors, CACY artists, interactive art activities for the whole family. For more information, visit www.cacy.ca. MONDAY, NOVEMBER 3 Play Bridge for Fun 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.

Registration begins for families to register for Christmas assistance from the Caledon Santa Fund. To register, call Caledon Community Services 905-584-9460 ext 254. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5 "Preschool Years Workshop", a free two-part workshop series for parents of children 2 to 5 yrs, at the Caledon Parent-Child Centre/Ontario Early Years Centre, 7 - 8:30 pm. To register, call 905-857-0090. Visit www.cp-cc.org.

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

Tops (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Group meets in Bolton United Church Heritage Hall, weigh-in 7 pm; meeting 7:30-8:30 pm. This nonprofit weight loss support group meets every Wednesday. Everyone welcome. Call Ruth 905- 857-3237 or Lorraine 905-857-1568.

Bolton Laughter Club meets Wednesdays (except the 3rd) , 7 pm, at the Davis Centre (80 Allan Dr, Bolton.) Laugh with others for no reason. No fee. No pre-registration. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 6 Adjustments After Birth is a local support group for mothers needing support following the birth or adoption of a child. Group is held weekly at the Caledon Parent-Child Centre/Ontario Early Years Centre. Free group and childcare provided. Registration required. To register, call 905-857-0090. Visit www.cpcc. org. Every Thursday until Dec 11th, enjoy a funfilled afternoon of square dancing and round dancing, featuring live music and light refreshments, 1-3:30 pm, at the Albion Bolton Community Centre. Admission $5.50 pay as you go. Call Linda at 905-773-1909.

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. Visit www.boltonbanter.org. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7 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. NOVEMBER 7 & 8 Ten Thousand Villages Fair Trade Festival Sale at Palgrave United Church (34 Pine Ave), 3-8 pm (Fri); 9-3 pm (Sat). Fair trade crafts and café. Silent Auction starts. Please bring nonperishable food or toy donation for CCS Santa Fund. Visit www.palgraveunited.50g.com. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8 Trinity Anglican Church Annual Bazaar (3515 King St, Caledon) 9:30-2 pm. Baking, knitting, handmade jewellery, candy, crafts and antiques. Tea room for lunch. Annual Gigantic Craft, Bake Sale & Silent Auction, 8-1 pm, at the Caledon Seniors Centre (7 Rotarian Way, Bolton). Barbecue and tea room. Call 905-951-6114.

Turkey Supper, 4:30-7 pm, at Bolton United Church (Nancy St). Tickets $16/adults; $8/children 6-12yrs. Take-out available. For tickets, call church office 905-857-2615 or Angela 905-880-2044. The Caledon East & District Volunteer Firefighters Association's Annual Dance, 8pm-1am, in the Caledon Community Complex, Caledon East. Featuring a live band and door prizes. Tickets $20/person. Available at the door or by calling 905-584-1368. The Caledon Townhall Players presentation of "Sylvia" Dinner Theatre Evening at Knox United Church, Caledon Village, 6:30 pm. For ticket info, call 519-927-5460 or visit www.caledontownhallplayers.com.

"Tastes of Africa" Dinner Fundraiser for the African Learning Centre and School, 6-10:30 pm, at King's College School (16379 The Gore Rd, Caledon East). Tickets $50/adults; $40/youth 18yrs & under. For tickets, call 905- 880-7645. NOVEMBER 8 & 9 The Annual GTA Bird Show at the Brampton Fairgrounds (Heart Lake & Old School Rds, Caledon), 9-5 pm (Sat); 9-3 pm (Sun). Over 500 parrots, canaries, finches and other exotic birds on display. Raffle & Silent Auction of birds and cages. Breeders available to answer questions.