COMMUNITY EVENTS
A directory of what is happening in the community
THIS COLUMN IS PROVIDED AS A FREE PUBLIC SERVICE TO NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS TO ANNOUNCE UPCOMING EVENTS. PLEASE CONTACT BETH EARLYREA AT CALEDON COMMUNITY SERVICES AT 905-584-9460 IF YOU WISH TO HAVE AN ANNOUNCEMENT PUBLISHED. THE DEADLINE IS WEDNESDAY.

 

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 2 - 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.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 2 Tops (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Group meets in Bolton United Church Heritage Hall, weigh-in 7 pm; meeting 7:30-8:30 pm. This non-profit weight loss support group meets every Wednesday. Everyone welcome. Call Ruth 905-857-3237 or Lorraine 905-857-1568.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 2 Meeting of the Bolton & District Horticultural Society, 7:30 pm, at the Albion Bolton Community Centre, Rm C. Speaker: Terry Kennedy on "Orchids". Members free; $3/non-members. Orchids for sale at this meeting.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 2 Bolton Laughter Club meets Wednesdays, 7-8 pm, at the Davis Centre (80 Allan Dr, Bolton.) Laugh with others for no reason. No fee. No pre-registration. All welcome.

THURSDAY, APRIL 3 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, APRIL 4 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.

FRIDAY, APRIL 4 Herb Campbell Public School presents an evening with comedian/speaker, Kate Davis on "Parenting with Humour", 7-8:30 pm, at the school (3749 King St, Caledon). Tickets $5/each. To order tickets, call 905-838-3952.

FRIDAY, APRIL 4 Gala Spring Dinner, Dance and Raffle at the Caledon Seniors Centre (7 Rotarian Way, Bolton). Tickets $20/member; $25/nonmember. For tickets, call 905-951-6114.

SATURDAY, APRIL 5 "Entertainment Extravaganza", 6:45 pm, at Caledon East United Church (6046 Old Church Rd). Enjoy an evening of song, dance and drama. Also silent and live auctions. Refreshments to follow. For tickets, $10/adults; $5/children 10 & under, call Pat 905-584-2815 or Betty 905-584-2189.

SATURDAY, APRIL 5 Boat Operators Certification, 9am-1pm, at the Caledon Centre for Recreation and Wellness. $90/person includes manual. To register, call 905-857-3313 or 1- 800-621-1287.

SATURDAY, APRIL 5 Caledon Chamber Concerts presents "The Cecilia String Quartet, 8 pm, at St James Church, Caledon East. Tickets $30/person, available at the door. For more information, call Gordon 905-880-2445.

SUNDAY, APRIL 6 Red Cross Babysitting Course, 9-4 pm, at the Caledon Centre for Recreation and Wellness. $85/person includes manual. To register, call 905-857-3313 or 1- 800-621-1287.

MONDAY, APRIL 7 "Has your life been affected by someone else's drinking? Al- Anon Family Group is for you." Al- Anon meets at Westminster United Church (247 Broadway, Orangeville) on Mondays, 8 pm in Rm 11; and Wed 10 am in Rm5; and on Thursdays in Bolton at Caven Presbyterian Church (110 King St W) 8:30 pm. Call 416-410- 3809 or 1-888-425-2666 or visit http://al-anon.alateen.on.ca .

MONDAY, APRIL 7 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.

TUESDAY, APRIL 8 Meeting of the Peel North Branch of the Retired Women Teachers of Ontario, 10:15 am, at North Bramalea United Church (363 Howden Blvd). A financial planner will speak on estate planning. Provincial and branch fees due. RSVP to Karin 905-796- 2146.

TUESDAY, APRIL 8 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.

TUESDAY, APRIL 8 Meeting of the Orangeville & District Horticultura Society, 7:30 pm, at the Orangeville Seniors Centre (26 Bythia St). Topic: "Hostas". Refreshments. Visitors welcome.