COMMUNITY EVENTS
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, MAY 1 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.

Caledon Healthy Start - A Free Drop-In Time for Pregnant Women, every Thursday, 1-3 pm, at the Caledon Parent-Child Centre/Ontario Early Years Centre (Albion Bolton Community Centre). All pregnant women welcome to learn about breastfeeding, baby care, healthy eating. Receive food and prenatal vouchers, talk with Peel Public Health Nurses and meet other women. For more information, call 905-799-7700. The Canadian Mental Health Association Peel Branch is currently recruiting for its Board of Directors. For more information, email Mary Baumer baumerm@cmhapeel.ca or Sharon Piccinin at piccinin@cmhapeel.ca. FRIDAY, MAY 2 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.

Order Deadline for the Credit Valley Hospital's Volunteer Partners Annual Flower Sale. Order your geraniums and impatiens by call 905-813-1100 ext 5248.

A Formal Fashion Show and Dinner/Dance Fundraiser for Bethell House, Hospice Caledon, 7 pm, at the Royal Ambassador Centre (15430 Innis Lake Rd, Caledon East). Tickets $100/person. To order, call Simply Gorgeous 905-838-4774. MAY 2 & 3 The Caledon Townhall Players in Caledon Village present "Enchanted April", a light-hearted, romantic comedy about 4 women who spend a month at an Italian villa and the gentlemen who arrive unexpectedly. Tickets $15 for evening shows 8:15 pm; $12 for Saturday matinees at 2:15 pm. For tickets, call 519-927-5460 or www.caledontownhallplayers.com. SATURDAY, MAY 3 Healthy Yards, Native Plants Workshop & Sale, 10am-12noon, Margaret Dunn Library (20 Snelcrest Dr, Valleywood). Free presentation from expert, Paul Heydon, on growing native wild flowers in your own garden. For more info, call 416-661-6600 ext 5740. Palgrave Community Clean-up

Day, 9:30am-12noon. Meet at the Palgrave Baseball Park on Mount Hope Rd. Organized by Peel 4H Conservation Club in partnership with Town of Caledon, Caledon Chamber of Commerce and Tim Hortons Bolton. Refreshments, bags, gloves, t-shirts provided. Call Carol 905-880-5302. Caledon Agricultural Society's Huge Yard Sale, 9-3 pm, on the Caledon Fairgrounds (Hwy 10, Caledon Village). Lunch booth open. Also pay $10/space to sell your wares. To reserve your space, call Marion 19-941-5777.

Navigation for Boaters, 9am- 1pm, at the Caledon Centre for Recreation and Wellness. Cost $50/person. To register, call 905- 857-3313 or 1-800-621-1287.

Belfountain Village Church hosts a Ladies Day Breakfast, 9 am, with guest speaker, Joanne Goodwin. To reserve, call Carole 905-838- 3365 r email cbellamy@xplornet.com.

Plant Sale fundraiser, 9am- 12noon, at King's College School (16379 The Gore Rd, Caledon East). MONDAY, MAY 5 Caledon Community Services hosts a Volunteer Information & Orientation, 10 am, at 18 King St E, upper level Royal Courtyards in downtown Bolton. For more info on volunteering at CCS, call Deb Robertson 905-951-2300 or 905- 584-9460 ext 211.

Bus trip to Casino Niagara leaves the parking lot of Holy Family Church (60 Allan Dr, Bolton) at 8:45 am, returning 6 pm. Cost $15/person with the proceeds going to the Davis Centre Adult Day Program. To reserve your seat, call Pearl 905-951-0701 or Sharon 905-857-9843.

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. "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 Rm 5; 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.

Jobs Caledon hosts a Peel Regional Police presentation, 10- 11:30 am, at Caledon Community Services (18 King St E, downtown Bolton). Learn how to join the police service. Reserve at 905- 951-2300 or 905-584-9460 ext 216 or email jobs@caledoncommunityservices. org. WEDNESDAY, MAY 7 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.

Bolton Laughter Club meets Wednesdays (except the 3rd), 7-8 pm, at the Davis Centre (80 Allan Dr, Bolton.) Laugh with others for noreason. No fee. No preregistration.

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. Meeting of the Bolton & District Horticultural Society, 7:30 pm, at the Albion Bolton Community Centre, Rm C. Speaker: Anna Leggatt on "Japanese Gardens". Members free; $3/non-members. Refreshments will be served.

Palgrave Girl Guides Advance Fall Registration Night for parks, Brownies, Guides, Pathfinders, Junior Leaders and Leaders at Palgrave United Church (34 Pine Ave) 7-8:30 pm. If you are unable to attend or need more info, call Marina 905-880-3228 or Betty at 905-880-1751. A $25 nonrefundable deposit will be collected with registration. THURSDAY, MAY 8 Probus Club of Bolton District meets 9:30 am at the Caledon Seniors Centre (7 Rotarian Way, Bolton). Speaker: Dr Payam Dehghani, Senior Cardiologist with St Michaels Hospital, on "Dispelling the Myths of the Aging Heart". Call David 905-880-7460.

Spring Music Night, 7 pm, at Mayfield Secondary School (Bramalea & Mayfield Rds). A showcase of Mayfield's musical talent. Adults 10; Seniors and Students $5; Children 10yrs & under free. Tickets available t the door. FRIDAY, MAY 9 The Caledon Seniors Centre Players present their Third Annual Review "To Make a Living", 7 pm, at 7 Rotarian Way, Bolton. A riotous presentation making fun of all occupations. Tickets $10/person. Refreshments erved. Call 905-951-6114. MAY 9 & 10 The Caledon Townhall Players in Caledon Village present "Enchanted April", a light-hearted, romantic comedy. Tickets $15 for evening shows 8:15 pm; $12 for Saturday matinee at 2:15 pm; $28 for supper/theatre on May 10th at 6:30 pm. For tickets, call 519-927- 5460 or ww.caledontownhallplayers.com. SATURDAY, MAY 10 Teen Ranch Open House, 10-3 pm, at 20682 Hurontario St, Caledon, just S of Orangeville. Free activities, trail rides, giant swing, ce skating, boating, and $5/barbecue lunch. Call 519-941- 4501 or email info@teenranch.on.ca.

Bazaar and Lawn Sale, 8am- 2pm, at Alton United Church 1532 Queen St, Alton). Childrens Penny Auction, treats, silent auction, Mothers Day gifts, clothing, jewellery, bake table, furniture, appliances and lawn sale items.