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.

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.

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. 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.

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.

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 . 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.

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

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9

Parenting Education Workshop for parents of preschoolers, 7-9 pm, at the Caledon Parent-Child Centre/Ontario Early Years Centre. Topic: "Coping with Your Child's Anger". No child care offered. To register, call 905-857-0090 or www.cp-cc.org.

The Old Time Fiddlers meet 6:30- 11 pm, in the Albion Bolton Community Centre. Everyone welcome to come out and enjoy the music. Admission $2/person. Call Scotty 905-451-8057. Meeting of the Catholic Womens League, 8 pm, in the Holy Family Church Hall (60 Allan Dr, Bolton). A portrayal with photos of the pilgrimage to the Holy Land and the Holy Family of Bethlehem Orphanage. All ladies of the parish welcome. Social time to follow.

THURSDAY, APRIL 10

Probus Club of Bolton District meets 9:30 am at the Caledon Seniors Centre (7 Rotarian Way, Bolton). Speaker: John Hunter, Entertainer, active with Over 60s Annual Show at Roy Thompson Hall.

MESA, a play by Doug Curtis, opens at Theatre Orangeville. "It's a road-trip worth taking...because life isn't about the destination, it's about the journey." Play runs until April 27th. For tickets, call 1-800- 424-1295 or 519-942-3423. Visit ww.theatreorangeville.ca.

FRIDAY, APRIL 11

Parenting Education Workshop for parents of preschoolers, 9:30- 11am, at the Caledon Parent-Child Centre/Ontario Early Years Centre. Topic: "Making the Most of TV Watching". Child care provided for a small fee. To register, call 905- 857-0090 or www.cp-cc.org. Opening Night of Erin Community Theatre's "Daddy's Dyin' Who's Got the Will", at Erin's Centre 2000. A comedy of "heirs" runs until April 19th. For more information and to reserve tickets, call 519-833-2224 or visit www.erinlivetheatre.com.

SATURDAY, APRIL 12

Pre-Season Conditioning for Running, Golf or Tennis begins at the Caledon Centre for Recreation and Wellness $100 for 8 week eries. To register, call 905-857- 3313 or 1-800-621-1287. "Being the Best Dad You Can Be". A two-part workshop or fathers of preschoolers, 9-11 am, at the Caledon Parent-Child Centre/Ontario Early Years Centre. Breakfast included. No child care provided. To register, call 905-857- 0090 or www.cp-cc.org.

Roast Beef Dinner at Palgrave United Church (34 Pine Ave). Features "100 Mile - Local Foods" and homemade pies. Sittings at 4:15 pm, 5:30 pm or 6:45 pm. Adults $16; Children 6-10yrs $7. Tickets at the door or order ahead by calling 905-880-0303.

"Tastes of Africa" Dinner, 6- 10:30 pm, at Kings College School (16379 The Gore Rd, Caledon East). Proceeds to their African Learning Centre and School, a student outreach initiative. Tickets $50 adults; $40 for 18yrs and under. To order, call 905-880-7645.

SUNDAY, APRIL 13

Hymn Sing, Sing-Along 12noon-2 pm, at Caven Presbyterian Church (110 King St W, Bolton). Refreshments served 11am- 12noon. Freewill offering. Come right after church and sing your favourite hymns.