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Saturday, Nov. 1

AN ARTS AND CRAFTS Sale takes place at Westway United Church from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission for adults is $1. Students get in for 50 cents, and children under 10 are free. Buy your Christmas Decorations, stained glass, jewelry, preserves and more. Lunch will be available. For more information call 416-249-7135.

ACTION VOLUNTEERS FOR ANIMALS is holding their annual bazaar to fundraise for their group from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Etobicoke Olympian located at 590 Rathburn Rd. The Action Volunteers for Animals is a group of Toronto Humane Society workers that serve the Toronto area by working hands on with animals in the community and promoting animal rights.

COME BACK IF you dare for a Post Halloween dance in the large hall at Branch 210 of the Royal Canadian Legion, 110 Jutland Rd. Come out and show us your real face. You're sure to have another great evening. Starting at 8 p.m.

ITALIAN DINNER AND silent auction at St. Giles Kingsway Presbyterian Church, 15 Lambeth Rd. at 6:30 p.m. Tickets $15 per person. Children 10 and under $3. Advance tickets only. For more 416-614-9848, or 416-766-8659.

A FUN MUSICAL VARIETY SHOW, fundraiser for St. James annual Food Basket program takes place at 2 p.m. in the gym, St. James United Church, 400 Burnhamthorpe Rd. (just east of Hwy 427). Voluntary donation plus bring a food or personal care item.

WESTWAY UNITED CHURCH presents its 36th Annual Arts and Crafts Sale at 8 Templar Dr. between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. Admission is $1.00 for adults, 50 cents for students; children under 10 free. As well as outside vendors, Westway will have a Bake Table, silent auction, boutique, white elephant and lunchroom.

Sunday, Nov. 2

THE FRIENDS OF CENTENNIAL Park Conservatory invite you to join us in welcoming Autumn at the Conservatory, 151 Elmcrest Rd. from 1 to 4 p.m. Have a slice of Alice's homemade apple pie and pumpkin muffins while you view the fall display. All proceeds to Centennial Park Conservatory.

JAZZ AT RY starts its season with The Generations Trio featuring Gene Di Novi on piano, Andrew Scott on guitar and Neil Swainson on bass. The concert is located at Royal York Road United Church, 851 Royal York Rd. Tickets $20 or $17 (seniors 65 AND students). Net proceeds help support Royal York Road Church's Local Outreach Projects.

LEARN ABOUT CANCER RESEARCH. Dr. Mary Gospodarowicz, MD, FRCPC, FRCR, Medical Director of the Cancer Program at Princess Margaret Hospital, will be speaking on "Cancer Research - Are We Making Progress On The Treatment of Cancer?" at 9 A.M.. hosted by Humber Valley United Church, 76 Anglesey Blvd. Coffee and muffins available from 8.30 a.m. All are welcome. For more details, please call Dwight Throop at 416-244-3392.

Thursday, Nov. 6

THE COLOUR AND FORM SOCIETY cordially invites you to our 56th Anniversary Open Juried Exhibition Opening reception and awards night at 7:30 p.m. at the Etobicoke Civic Centre Art Gallery, 399 The West Mall. Gallery hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday and 2 to 5 p.m. weekends and holidays.

Friday, Nov. 7

THE LADIES AUXILIARY of All Saints Church invites you to come out for their Christmas fair from 5 to 9 p.m. The fair will also be open on Saturday, Nov. 8 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will include sale items such as, crafts, baked goods, antique items and more. On Friday night there will be a dinner, and on Saturday a lunch. All Saints Church is located at 1415 Royal York Road.

COME TO BRANCH 286 of the Royal Canadian Legion , 11 Irwin Rd., for fish and chips from 6 to 8 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 8

CITIZENS CONCERNED ABOUT the Future of the Etobicoke Waterfront group will have its monthly bird walk from 9 to 11 a.m. The walk will take place at Humber Bay East Park. Attendees are asked to meet in the south parking lot. This is a free open event for the public and will take place regardless of weather conditions.

ALDERWOOD UNITED CHURCH is hosting its annual bazaar from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., 44 Delma Dr. featuring baked goods, knitting, white elephant and tea room.

A WORSHIP AND GAMES' night is being held at Islington Baptist Church at 50 Royalavon Crescent (on behalf of St. Andrew's Singles). Come listen to worship music or play some board games. This event is open to all christian singles ages 18 and up. Snacks and refreshments will be provided for free. The time for this event is 7 pm to 9:30 pm. For more information e-mail David at dlewis2005@rogers.com

A CHRISTMAS BAZAAR takes place at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 3, 150 Eighth St. from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be a bake table, crafts, knit items, jewelry, and a teay room. For more information call 416-259-4411.

OUR SAVIOUR THISTLETOWN Lutheran Lodge will host its annual Christmas fair from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. located at 2715 Islington Ave. north of Albion Road.

A FREE COMMUNITY BANQUET is being hosted by St. Andrew's Church on from 4 to 6 p.m., followed by a time of games, refreshments and live music. It's all free, there are prizes, so join us for a time of fun, good food and the opportunity to meet other neighbours. The church is located at the intersection of Kipling, Bloor and Dundas streets and is wheelchair accessible. For any other information, please phone Jackie at the church office, 416-233-9800.

REXDALE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH will host its fall bazaar from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. located at 2314 Islington Ave. The event will include sales of books, CD's, DVD's, electrical goods, jewelery, toys, china, glassware, and Christmas gifts among other items. There will be a raffle with prizes to be won. Tea and home made desserts will be available in the tea room.

All Saints Kingsway Anglican Church, 2850 Bloor St. W., (at Prince Edward) will be hosting the 15th annual Stonegate Crafters Craft Show and Sale, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Stained glass, knitted and quilted items, homemake preserves, jewelry, gift baskets, Christmas items, dog treats, paintings, fabric items, gifts for all ages and much, much more. Free admission. For more information call 416-239-1474

NATIVITY OF OUR LORD Catholic Church, 480 Rathburn Rd., offers books, jewelry, crafts baking and refreshments along with a silent auction at their Christmas Bazaar. from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Call Mela at 416-626-6485 for more information.

THE ANNUAL HOLLY BAZAAR hosted by the Women's Guild of Mimico Presbyterian Church, 119 Mimico Ave., at Royal York Road. on Saturday, from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Jewelry, used books, attic treasures, kid's items and of course the baked goods will be available. There will also be a silent auction all proceeds from the auction will be used for our Outreach Programmes in the Community. A nourishing lunch will be available at a nominal charge.

A CHRISTMAS BAZAAR and spaghetti dinner takes place at Holy Angels Church Hall, 61 Jutland Rd. from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Sunday, November 9

LADIES AUXILIARY OF THE Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 286, hosts its monthly euchre starting at 1 p.m. at the legion, 11 Irwin Rd. Refreshments will be served. All are welcome. The legion ladies auxiliary euchre game is held the second Sunday of every month. For more information, call 416-741-9499.

THISTLETOWN COLLEGIATE'S BLACK SCOTS 40-year anniversary of Etobicoke High School Football Championship is being celebreated with a lunch. Calling all championship team members (1967-1969) to a celebration luncheon with the coaches. Call 905 789- 6866 for details.

Tuesday, Nov. 11

LONG BRANCH HISTORICAL Society presents: Laura Secord Hero or Legend? with guest speakers Eric and Marian M. Gibson at 7 p.m. at Long Branch Library 3500 Lake Shore Blvd. W. For information call Barry 416-252-3672.

Saturday, Nov. 15

A BAZAAR HOSTED BY the Women's Ministry Fellowship takes place at Humbervale Park Baptist Church, 763 Royal York Rd. from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Home made lunch, cake and pastry, gifts for all season and more up for sale.

WRITER TERRY FALLIS will address the Writers and Editors Network as he describes the unconventional route he took to getting published. Using new media (blogging, podcasting, Facebook) to drive old media (his novel), Terry's efforts were rewarded earlier this year when The Best Laid Plans won the prestigious 2008 Stephen Leacock Medal for Humour. McClelland nd Stewart will publish TBLP in October 2008. The meeting takes place at the Canadiana Restaurant, Six Points Plaza from 9 a.m. to noon. To ensure your place please register online at http://www.wenetwork.org/breakfast-networking.html#register, or contact Mickey Turnbull directly by e-mail mickeytc@sympatico.ca or call 905-824-5035.

COME TO A NUTCRACKER sale at Graceview Presbyterian Church, 588 Renforth Dr., at 10 a.m. The sale will include second time around, bake sale, jewelry, lunch room and a silent auction.

Sunday, Nov. 16

St. Leo's Parish invites the community to particpate in the inaugural mass of the 100th year anniversary celebration at 11:30 a.m. St. Leo's is located at 277 Royal York Rd.

Saturday, Nov. 22

ISLINGTON SENIORS' CENTRE, 4968 Dundas St. W. Hosts their annual Christmas Bazaar from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. There will be crafts, a bake table, snack bar and Loonie draw. For more information contact the cetnre at 416-231-3431.