COMMUNITY EVENTS

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, NOVEMBER 27

Joint meeting of West Humber and Richmond Hill Naturalists in Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church hall (Yonge St, N of Major MacKenzie), 7:30 pm. Speaker: Judy Allair, Project Biologist at Bird Studies Canada, featuring Long Point Bird Observatory.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 28

Annual Christmas Craft and Bake Sale, 1-3 pm, at the Davis Centre (80 Allan Dr, Bolton). Everyone welcome.

"Where in the world will religion take you?", 7 pm, at Mayfield United Church (12496 Dixie Rd, Caledon). Call 905-843-1035. The Caledon Community Singers present "Christmas is Coming", 7:30 pm, at Caven Presbyterian Church (110 King St W, Bolton). Everyone welcome. Freewill offering to support local charities.

NOVEMBER 28 & 29

The Mayfield Arts Department presents "The Nutcracker" at Mayfield Secondary School (Bramalea & Mayfield Rds, Caledon) Fri 7 pm; Sat 1:30 pm and 7 pm. Advance Tickets $15/adults; $10/students and seniors, available at the school. Tickets available at the door $17/adults; $12/students and seniors.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 30

The Achill Choral Society presents "True North Sounds of Christmas", 8 pm, at St James Roman Catholic Church (2118 Adjala- Tecumseh Townline, Colgan). Tickets $25. For ticket info, visit www.achill.ca.

"Sounds of Christmas" presented by the Caledon Concert Band and James Bolton Public School Choirs, 2:30-4:30 pm, at the Caledon Community Complex, Caledon East. Tickets $10/adults; $8/seniors and students; children 12yrs and under free. Tickets available at the door.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 1

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. Bereaved Families of Ontario/Halton-Peel for its Annual "Loving Memory Tree" Ceremony, 6:30 pm, at Mississauga Civic Centre. Call Lisa Alexander 905-848-4337 or email lisa.alexander@bereavedfamilies.ca.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 2

The Peel North Branch of the Retired Women Teachers of Ontario meet, 10:15am at North Bramalea United Church (363 Howden Blvd, Bramalea). Enjoy carol singing. Bring your cookie donations. All retired women teachers welcome. RSVP to Karin 905-796-2146.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3

CACY (Caledon Arts and Crafts for Youth) Annual General Meeting, 6:30-8 pm, in the Caledon East Library (in Robert F Hall School at Innis Lake & Old Church Rds). Everyone welcome to help plan their 2009 Summer Program.

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, 7 pm, at the Davis Centre (80 Allan Dr, Bolton.) Laugh with others for no reason. No fee. No preregistration. All welcome.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4

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.

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, DECEMBER 5

Children's Christmas Party. The Caledon Parent-Child Centre and Silcotech present children's entertainer, Lenny Graf from Treehouse TV, and a visit from Santa in the Albion/Bolton Community Centre, 9:30-11:30 am. Tickets $8/adults and children. For tickets, call 905-857-0090. Get your tickets early, this event always sells out.

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. The Bolton BIA's 2nd Annual Ice Sculpture Event, 6-10 pm, in the TD Bank parking lot in historic downtown Bolton. Hot cider, Christmas carols and festive music.

Annual Gala Christmas Dinner and Dance at the Caledon Seniors Centre (7 Rotarian Way, Bolton). Tickets $22/members; $27/nonmembers. For tickets, call 905-951-6114. Erin Community Theatre presents "All that Glitters" - a dinner-theatre production in the Shamrock Room of David's Restaurant (20 Shamrock Rd, Erin), 6:30 pm. Cost $39.95/person. Reservations required. Call 519- 833-5085.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6

The Bolton Santa Claus Parade along Queen St through downtown Bolton, 11 am. Presented by the Kinsmen Club of Bolton. Theme: "A Gingerbread Christmas".

Family Day at the Caledon Santa Fund (Presidents Building, Bolton Fairgrounds (150 Queen St S). Bring the family and help sort food and toy donations. To register, call Caledon Community Services 905-951-2300 or 905-584- 9460 ext 206. The Achill Choral Society presents "True North Sounds of Christmas", 8 pm, at St Timothy Roman Catholic Church (42 Dawson Dr, Orangeville). Tickets $25. For ticket info, visit www.achill.ca.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7

"Christmas Around the World" presented by the Sunday School children (ages 4-10 yrs), during the worship service 9:30 am at Caledon East United Church (6046 Old Church Rd, Caledon East). Everyone welcome. The Achill Choral Society presents "True North Sounds of Christmas", 8 pm, at Holy Family Roman Catholic Church (60 Allan Dr, Bolton). Tickets $25. For ticket info, visit www.achill.ca.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 8

Hospice Caledon presents "Holiday Grief: How do I Cope?, a two-part workshop, 7-8:30 pm, in the Royal Courtyards, upper level (18 King St E, Bolton). Space is limited. Please RSVP by Dec 1st to 905-951-3534 or 1-800- 305-7905.