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Thursday, Nov. 6

THE COLOUR AND FORM SOCIETY cordially invites you to their 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.

MONSIGNOR PERCY JOHNSON Catholic Secondary School hosts an open house for Grade 7 and 8 students and their parents at the school, 2170 Kipling Ave., starting at 7 p.m. The school community prides itself on academic excellence, leadership, service, gospel values, and strives to live its motto, "Heart Speaks to Heart." For more information, 416-393-5535 or visit www.tcdsb.org/monsignorpj/

Friday, Nov. 7

FRIDAY NIGHT FISH 'N' CHIPS take place at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 210, 110 Jutland Rd. Chicken and chips also available. Dinner is served at 6 p.m. Lunches served Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Dances held every Saturday night.

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 Friday night 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 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.. For more information e-mail David at dlewis2005@rogers.com

LEARN HOW TO PREPARE A WILL AND prevent identity theft, at Queensway Baptist Church (two blocks north of the Queensway), 950 Islington Ave., by trained professionals. Workshop starts at 9 a.m. Light refreshment will be served. For further information call 416-251-6121.

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 tea 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 St 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 Avenue. The event will include sales of books, CD's, DVD's, electrical goods, jewelry, 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, homemade preserves, jewelry, gift baskets, Christmas items, dog treats, paintings, fabric items, gifts for all ages and 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, Nov. 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.

A REMEMBRANCE DAY Service takes place at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 286, 11 Irwin Rd. at 2 p.m. The service will be followed by entertainment and refreshments. Join the Legion in paying tribute to their fallen comrades.

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.

WEST TORONTO STAMP Club meets at their new location in Eatonville Library, 430 Burnhamthorpe Rd. from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Join them for hobby talk, visit dealers or simply friendship. A single-page exhibition and competition will take place in the afternoon. A stamp auction will also be held from 7 to 8:15 p.m. Visitors are welcome. Call 416-621-8232.

FATHER JOHN REDMOND Catholic Secondary School and Regional Arts Centre will be hosting its annual Grade 8 Information Night on at 6:45 p.m. in it's school atrium. The evening will be an open house for students and parents interested in learning more about programs and extra-curricular activities offered at the school. A musical interlude and coffee will be followed by a general presentation at 7 p.m. and then the students and parents will have an opportunity to visit individual departments and learn more about each of the programmes offered at the school.

Wednesday, Nov. 12

PARKINSON'S SUPPORT GROUP meets at 1:30 p.m. at St. James United Church, 400 Burnhamthorpe Rd. All are welcome. For more information call 905-677-4419.

A FASHION SHOW AND LUNCHEON takes place from 12:30 until 2:30 p.m. at State's Banquet hall 365 Evans Ave (East of Kipling Ave), featuring fashions by Zacks of Cloverdale Mall, music by Angie Reichenbach and speaker Carol Rodgers "Designs for living"

Cost is $20. Reservation and cancellations by Nov. 10. Call Doreen 905-608-1113

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.

ALBION GARDENS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 80 Thistledown Blvd. hosts a bazaar and luncheon at 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. including a bake table, crafts, books, clothes jewelry and white elephant table.

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 and 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 www.wenetwork.org, 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.

THE HUMBER VALLEY POWER and Squadron hosts its 50th anniversary celebration at the Mimico Cruising Club. To purchase tickets for the dinner/ dance marking the golden anniversary of teaching boating safety in Etobicoke visit www.cps-ecp.ca/humbervalley.

Sunday, Nov. 16

ST. LEO'S PARISH invites the community to participate 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.

Tuesday, Nov. 18

BED BUGS BITING AT NIGHT? Come the Stonegate Community Health Centre, 150 Berry Rd., for a workshop on bed bugs and how to prevent them. The workshop runs from 3:30 to 5 p.m. For more information and/or register, please call Iris, Housing Worker, at 416-231-7070 ext. 280.

Wednesday, Nov. 19

Lakeshore Environmental Gardening Society will hold its monthly meeting at 7 p.m. Wednesday, at the Yalla Cafe, 3106 Lake Shore Blvd. W, just east of Kipling. The topic for the evening will be saving and preparing cuttings for winter decor and making winter displays. Come and meet local gardeners, share knowledge, and plan gardening events. For more information call 416-347-5449.

ETOBICOKE CROSS COUNTRY SKI CLUB holds its AGM with registration at 10 a.m. in the second floor Committee Room at the Etobicoke Olympium, 590 Rathburn Rd. Members, and any one 55 interested in Nordic skiing are invited to attend the meeting. Refreshments will be served. For more information call F. Marsden 416-247-0314. Visit www.x-countryskiclub.com for more information

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 centre at 416-231-3431.

TOUR THE HOMES OF THE KINGSWAY all decked out for the holidays, with the annual Canadian Cancer Society Christmas House Tour sponsored by Ken Shaw Lexus. The tour will feature eight exquisite homes decorated for the holiday season by professional florists. Tickets are $40 ($80 for VIP tickets). Please call 416-488-5400 for more information.

FRANKLIN HORNER COMMUNITY CENTRE begins a "Hands-Up" Puppet Video Production Course, for budding filmmakers on Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., youths ages 13 to 18 will have the opportunity to take part in a course where they write their own script, build their own puppets and direct their own video production which will be published on the internet. Class space is limited, so register soon. For more information, please contact Rasa at 416-543-2775, rasa@urbanfairytales.com, or visit: www.urbanfairytales.com for more information.

Sunday, Nov. 23

Jazz Vespers featuring Kate Schutt at St. Philip's Anglican Church at 4 p.m. Free will offering. Everyone welcome.