This column is provided as a free public service to non-profit organizations to announce up-coming events. Please contact Beth Early-Rea at Caledon Community Services at 905-584-9460 if you which to have an announcement published. The deadline is Wednesday.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 27 Inaugural Equi-Challenge Fundraiser, featuring Ian Millar barrel racing and Sandy Hawley playing polo, 5:30-9:30 pm, at Iron Horse Farm, Caledon. Proceeds to the University of Guelph's Equine Sports Medicine and Reproduction Centre. Tickets $175/person. Call 905-880-8053 or email tickets@equichallenge.ca.

Moms and Babies Nurture Group starts every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month, 2-3 pm, at Inside Out Family Chiropractic (27 King St E, Bolton). Open to all moms with babes in arms to meet and discuss issues relevant to their life as a mom and a woman. Group is free. Call Dr. Shawna Hord 905-951-9911 or info@insideoutchiro.org.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 29 Valleywood Cornfest, 12noon to 7pm, in Valleywood Park (Valleywood Blvd off of Hwy 10). Family fun, food, entertainment, vendors. Visit www.valleywood.ca. SUNDAY, AUGUST 30 Community Bluegrass Concert by local group The General Store, 2-5 pm, at Cheltenham General Store. Free event. Bring your own lawn chair. Parking in Cheltenham village church lots. Call 905-838-2493 or 905-838-2729. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 Caledon Meals on Wheels offers a "SMILE" Gentle Exercise Program for Seniors instructed by a Certified Seniors' Fitness Instructor, at the Caledon Community Complex, Caledon East, Tuesdays 10am; Fridays 9:30am & 10:30am. Call 905-857-7651 or 905-584- 2992.

Fundraiser Evening with Screenwriter and Author, Lori Lansens, on her new blockbuster "The Wife's Tale", 7:30 pm, at the Millcroft Inn, Alton. Proceeds to the Stephen Lewis Foundation. For tickets, call or visit Booklore in Orangeville at 519-942-3820. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 Hospice Caledon's Journey's Day Program meets every Wednesdays, 1-3 pm, at St James Anglican Church, Caledon East. This group is for anyone facing a life-challenging illness. Offers information, support and companionship in a caring, confidential setting. Call Hospice Caledon 905-951-3534.

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

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. All 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. Topic: Native Plants. Flower Show. Everyone welcome. $3/guests. Members free. Refreshments served. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 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.

New "Painting for Pleasure" starts at the Caledon Seniors Centre (7 Rotarian Way, Bolton), 1:30 pm. Call 905-951-6114. "Has your life been affected by someone else's drinking? Al-Anon Family Group is for you." The Bolton group meets Thursdays, 8:30 pm, Caven Presbyterian Church (110 King W, Bolton). Also group in Orangeville. Call 416-410- 3809 or http://al-anon.alateen.on.ca. The 84th Annual Peel Dufferin Plowing Match, 10-3 pm, at the Farm of Bert, Trevor and Christy Speirs (14495 The Gore Rd, Caledon). Barbecue Lunch available at 12noon for $5/person. For more info, call Laura 905-951- 2068. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 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. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 MS Bolton 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 MS Society 905-458-0267.

Bereaved Parents of Canada group meets, 7:30-9 pm, in the studio at Tara Winds Farm, 19223 Hurontario St, Caledon. Dedicated to the support and encouragement of those who have lost a child. No fee. Refreshments served. Facilitated by a registered nurse and bereaved parent. 519-927-3387, i n fo1@bereavedparentsofcanada.ca, www.bereavedparentsofcanada.ca. Meeting of the Orangeville & District Horticultural Society, 7:30 pm, at the Orangeville Seniors Centre (26 Bythia St). Members Panel. Refreshments 7 pm. All welcome. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 Caledon Seniors Centre hosts a bus trip to Niagara Falls. Buffet Lunch and Vegas-style Magic & Illusion Show. Coach leaves centre 9:30 am; returns5:15 pm. Tickets $80/person. Call 905-951-6114. Registration for Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, & Venturers, 6-8 pm, at Caledon Centre for Recreation & Wellness (14111 Hwy 50 N, Bolton). $185/youth. Minimum age for Beavers 5yrs by Dec 31/09. Also accepting applications for leaders. Call Theresa 905- 857-3416 or Steve 905-857-3432. The Orangeville Chorus, Sweet Adelines International is hosting New Membership Evenings, 7:15 pm, on Sept 9, 16, 23, and 30th, at the Horizon Events Centre (behind Mono Plaza, Hwy 10, Orangeville). Call Linda 519- 943-0343 or Fay 519-927-5370 or visit www.orangevillechorus.com.

The Bolton Old Time Fiddlers Jamboree, 6:30-11 pm, in the Albion Bolton Community Centre. All welcome to come out and enjoy the music. Admission $3/person.

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. All welcome. Call Ruth 905-857- 3237 or Lorraine 905-857-1568.