It's Happening in North York

MICHAEL AND ALL Angels Church host a dinner dance, 611 St. Clair Ave. W., 6:30 p.m. Cost is $25. Call 416-653-3593 to reserve your seat.

AMICUS PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS the comedy Fallen Angels, Fairview Library Theatre, 35 Fairview Mall Dr., tonight at 8 p.m., today and tomorrow at 2 p.m. and Feb. 10 to 13 at 8 p.m., Tickets are $18 students and seniors, $20 regular. Two-for-one on Feb. 13. Group rates are available. For tickets and information, call 416-860-6176. All seats are reserved.

A CABARET EVENING IN English, French, Russian and Yiddish in benefit of the Toronto Jewish Folk Choir, at The Winchevsky Centre, 585 Cranbrooke Ave., 8 p.m., doors open at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $25 for adults, $15 for children under 16; call 416-789-5502.

MIDWINTER KITCHEN CONCERT in support of the North York Harvest Food Bank, presented by The Success Network, featuring Celtic folk duo Two Roads Home, and special guests; at the Delta Toronto East Hotel, 2035 Kennedy Rd., north of Hwy. 401. For tickets, call 416-694-0044.

Sunday, Feb. 7

THE PRIDE OF Israel Synagogue hosts the second annual Ha Shouk Vendor Marketplace at 59 Lissom Cr., 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Features a kids' corner, clothing, hats, jewelry, books, music, kitchen and garden tools and more. Free admission, free parking, raffles, prizes and more. Call 415-226-0111, ext. 10.

PLANT VERSUS PLANT: John Evelyn and Urban Planning in the (Pre) Industrial Age Revolution, Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Ave. E., 1 to 3 p.m. Cost is $30. Register online at www.torontobotancialgarden.ca or call 416-397-1341.

NORTH YORK SENIOR Walkers meet at Fairview Mall, 1800 Sheppard Ave. E., every Sunday throughout the winter months starting at 9 a.m. Meet just inside the mall's south entrance to the right of Michel's Baguette. For maps and driving directions, visit www.northyorkseniorwalkers.com or call 416-491-8394.

Tuesday, Feb. 9

A NEW BEGINNINGS mini-renewal takes place at St. Bonaventure Church (St. Francis Room), 1300 Leslie St., at 8 p.m. The topic is: Dealing with Loneliness in a Couple's World. New Beginnings is a non-denominational ministry dedicated to helping widowed, separated and divorced people make a new beginning in life. Register at 416-921-1163, ext. 2246

NORTH TORONTO HORTICULTURAL Society holds its February meeting at the Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Ave. E., 7:30 p.m., with guest speaker Rosemary Dobson discussing 21st Century flower design.

Wednesday, Feb. 10

NORTH YORK HISTORICAL Society hosts its annual general meeting followed by a talk on slavery in the Town of York by guest speaker Hilary J. Dawson, genealogist and historical researcher. Takes place at Willowdale United Church, Friendship Room, 349 Kenneth Ave., 7:30 p.m. Parking available. Visitors welcome.

CHRISTOPHER LEADERSHIP COURSE beings today at St. Timothy Catholic School, 25 Rochelle Cr., in the library from 7 to 10 p.m. for 11 weeks. The Christopher Leadership Course aims to enhance leadership and communication skills, and build self-confidence. To register, call 1-800-418-8925 or visit www.CLCTorontoEast.com

Thursday, Feb. 11

WALKING AT THE Hangar at Downsview Park, 75 Carl Hall Rd., for adults aged 55 and older, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. A certified instructor will lead the group through warm up, walk and cool down. This program is a partnership between Downsview Services to Seniors and York West Active Living Centre. Free.

Friday, Feb. 12

SCOTTISH CEILIDH DANCING, St. Leonard's Church, 25 Wanless Ave., 7:30 to 9:30 p,m. No partner needed; all ages welcome. Bring soft-soled shoes. Instructor is Keith Bark. Cost: $8 adults, $2 youth under 16. Call Deirdre at 905-822-1707 or visit www.rscdstoronto.org

Saturday, Feb. 13

CUPID'S LUNCHEON AND bake sale, St. Mark's Presbyterian Church, 1 Greenland Rd., 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tickets $8 for adults, $4 for children under 10 years.

ANNUAL VALENTINE'S DAY Weekend Orchid Show, presented by the Southern Ontario Orchid Society, Toronto Botanical Gardens, 777 Lawrence Ave., E. today and tomorrow from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dazzling orchid displays, orchids for sale and a cafe. Admission is $10 (cash only). Children under 12 years of age get in free. Redeem a $2 coupon when you visit www.soos.ca

YMCA GAMES - 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament runs at the North York YMCA gymnasium, 567 Sheppard Ave. E., 1 to 5 p.m. A maximum of five players to a team between the ages of 12 and 15. Youth need to raise $30 for The YMCA's Strong Kids campaign with funds going to the YMCA newcomers to participate. To register, email john.bocti@ymcagta.org

Sunday, Feb. 14

SENIORS' COUPLES CLUB is accepting new members. Group meets for a social evening on the second Sunday of the month at Earl Bales Community Centre, Earl Bales Park, 4169 Bathurst St., 7 p.m. Call Joanna at 416-661-4687.

Announcements

AMESBURY SENIORS CLUB seeks new members. The group meets at the Amesbury Community Centre, 1507 Lawrence Ave. W., every Thursday from noon to 3 p.m. Enjoy bingo or cards, fitness, craft classes, bocce and bowling. A social luncheon is held once a month.

HILLMOUNT CHILDCARE CENTRE located in Hillmount Public School, 245 McNicoll Ave., introduces the addition of a nursery school program that runs Monday to Friday, 9 to 11:30 a.m., for children two-and-a-half to four years old. Call 416-494-0877 for registration info.

BANBURY KIDS WINTER 2010 registration for morning, afternoon and after-school programs. Register in person at Banbury Community Centre, 120 Banbury Rd. Programs include adult and tot playgroups, arts and crafts, gym, cooking, music, Whimz Live Animals, tennis and sportball. Call Barb at 416-391-2439.

DAYTIME BADMINTON OFFERED at the Church of the Ascension, 33 Overland Dr., Mondays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. to noon and 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Call Carol at 416-444-5350.

LIBRARY STORY TIME, a fun-filled half-hour of nature-themed stories and activities every Monday at 11 a.m. at the Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Ave. E. For children aged 0 to 3 years. Drop-ins welcome, free admission and no registration required. Call 416-397-1341 or visit www.torontobotanicalgarden.ca

Volunteers

ALL THE KING'S VOICES seeks volunteers to assist at concerts and to sit on its board of directors. The choir presents an annual three-concert subscription series and other performances in the community. Call 416-225-2255 or visit www.allthekingsvoices.ca

FAMILY SERVICE ASSOCIATION of Toronto is looking for volunteers to support the working advisory committee for Friends of New Directions. If you are a marketing specialist, a policy and/or strategic planning advisor or a family lawyer and passionate about women's issues and understand the challenges they face in dealing with the loss of a partner, contact Mindy Khu at 416-595-9230, ext. 234 or email mindykh@fsatoronto.com

BIG BROTHERS OF Toronto needs male volunteers over the age of 18 to be a friend and mentor to children and youth. More than 300 children and youth are waiting for that special friend. To get involved, visit www.bbbst.com

OSTEOPOROSIS CANADA, TORONTO Chapter offers volunteer opportunities. If you are interested in public speaking and education, event planning or volunteer development, call 416-696-2663, ext. 275.

VOLUNTEERS ARE URGENTLY needed to assist clients with a new web visiting project developed at Baycrest. If you are reliable, friendly, and have a good understanding of computers and would like to assist, call Volunteer Services at 416-785-2500, ext. 2572.

THE NORTH YORK Concert Orchestra welcomes volunteers to assist at concerts at Grace Church-on-the-Hill, 300 Lonsdale Rd., and on its board of directors. Call 416-628-9195 or visit www.nyco.on.ca

JOIN THE DISTRESS Centres team providing essential life-sustaining emotional support, crisis intervention and suicide prevention services. Comprehensive training provided. Help us ensure that no call goes unanswered. Call the Distress Centre in North York at 416-486-3180 or visit www.torontodistresscentre.com to complete an application form online.

BETTER LIVING HEALTH and Community Services seeks volunteer drivers for its Meals on Wheels program. The commitment is two hours (11 a.m. to 1 p.m.) once a week to deliver hot meals to seniors in need. Mileage reimbursement available. Call 416-447-7244, ext. 724.

NORTH YORK SENIORS Centre seeks friendly visitors to spend time with a senior in the community for at least two hours face-to-face and an additional one hour of phone contact throughout the month. Email volunteer@nyseniors.org or call 416-733-4111.

MEALS ON WHEELS and More is looking for volunteers to deliver hot meals to seniors in North York. Drivers who have the use of their own vehicle (reimbursement for mileage provided), and runners (no vehicle required) are sought for flexible shifts Monday to Sunday, 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Training and orientation provided. Police check required and paid for by agency. Call the volunteer program co-ordinator at 416-225-6041.

TORONTO AEROSPACE MUSEUM needs volunteers for a wide range of activities. Daytime and weekend positions available. Free training. Visit www.TorontoAerospaceMuseum.com or call 416-638-6078.

BERNARD BETEL CENTRE for Creative Living seeks at-home respite volunteers to give family caregivers a break. One to two hours a week during the day. Call 416-225-2112, ext. 127 or email naomiz@betelcentre.org

DISABILITY AWARENESS PROGRAM seeks volunteer puppeteers to educate students about mental and physical disabilities. No experience required. Training provided. Must have own transportation. Call 416-964-9095 or email kob@epilepsytoronto.org

MALE FRIENDLY VISITORS needed to spend time with isolated seniors at The Bernard Betel Centre for Creative Living. One to two hours a week. Days flexible. Call Naomi Ziegler at 416-225-2112, ext. 127.

NORTH YORK SENIORS Centre seeks friendly visitors to spend time with a senior in the community one hour each week. Email volunteer@nyseniors.org or call 416-733-4111.

MEALS ON WHEELS drivers needed to deliver hot meals to homebound seniors on Fridays for lunch. Must have a car. Mileage is reimbursed. Two hours a week. Contact Naomi Ziegler at The Bernard Betel Centre for Creative Living at 416-225-2112, ext. 127 or email naomiz@betelcentre.org

BETTER LIVING HEALTH and Community Services needs volunteer drivers to deliver meals to seniors. Mileage reimbursed. Two hours a week. Call 416-447-7244, ext. 724.

ALLIANCE HOSPICE SEEKS visiting volunteers, complementary therapy volunteers are needed to comfort and support terminally ill clients and their families in their homes. Active seniors welcome. Call Louise at 416-385-8885, ext. 25 or email lleblanc@alliancehospice.ca

Ongoing

CHORALAIRS OF NORTH York, a 40-member mixed-voice non-auditioned choir, holds rehearsals every Tuesday from 7:15 to 9:45 p.m. at Earl Bales Community Centre, Room 2, 4169 Bathurst St. Call Sally at 416-636-8247 or Brian at 416-631-0029. All voices welcome.

LIVING BY GRACE Recovery Program for anyone struggling in a relationship with family and friends. Meetings every Tuesday from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at the Toronto International Celebration Church, 190 Railside Rd. Call the church office at 416-497-4940 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. and ask to speak to Cam.

FREE ESL CLASSES, Willowdale United Church, 349 Kenneth Ave. 10 a.m. to noon; also on Wednesdays from 7 to 9 p.m. Call 416-225-2309.

MUSIC AT MIDDAY: New Works by Young Composers, Tribute Communities Recital Hall, Accolade East Building, York University, 4700 Keele St., 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Admission is free. Visit www.yorku.ca/finearts or call 416-736-2100, ext. 22926.

AL-ANON/ALATEEN Family Groups offers mutual support for anyone who has been affected by someone else's drinking. Weekly meetings. Call 416-410-3809 or visit www.al-anon.alateen.on.ca to find a location near you.

THE CANADIAN LIVER Foundation's support group meets at the North York Civic Centre, 5100 Yonge St., 7:30 p.m. every first Monday of the month from October to June. Call 1-800-563-5483.

ADATH ISRAEL SYNAGOGUE meets every Wednesday afternoon from 1 to 4 p.m. for bridge, mahjong, Scrabble and more. Membership is not necessary as this is open to all. Call Pearl at 416-635-5317.

OPEN DOOR FRIDAYS: share with other newcomers in conversation and friendship over coffee and a muffin. Practical and spiritual help available in Russian and English (other languages upon request), every Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. at St. Theodore of Canterbury Anglican Church and St. Seraphim of Sarov Russian Orthodox Church, 111 Cactus Ave. Call 416-222-2461.

THE LEARNING DISABILITIES Association Toronto District presents STYLE (Skills Training through Learning and Education), a free support group for parents of youth with LD and/or ADHD living in or attending school within the Jane/Finch and Bathurst/Finch neighbourhoods. Support groups are held Saturdays. Call Katie Bushie at 416-229-9046.

LIVING BY GRACE Recovery Program: Life from the inside out and steps to a new you, held at Toronto International Celebration Church, 190 Railside Rd. This program is for anyone struggling in a relationship with family or friends. Call 416-497-4940 and ask to speak to Cam (office hours 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.).

FALSTAFFE SENIORS' CARPET Bowling needs new members to play Mondays, 9 to 11:30 a.m., at 50 Falstaffe Ave., east of Jane Street. Call Verna at 416-241-7478.

ADATH ISRAEL SYNAGOGUE hosts an afternoon of mahjong, bridge, rummy, cards and more. Men and women are welcome every Wednesday from 1 to 4 p.m. Call Pearl at 416-635-6317.

FREE ESL CLASS at Willowdale United Church, 349 Kenneth Ave. Morning classes Tuesdays at 10 a.m.; evening classes Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Call 416-225-2309.

THE WILLOWDALE N.E. Neighbourhood Association is up and running. No charge to join the email list. To become an active voting member it is $10 per year for household or business. Call 416-726-6722 or email David Slotnick at dslotnick@rogers.com

SCRABBLE ADDICTS PLAY every Wednesday, 6:45 to 9:45 p.m., Broadlands Community Centre. Call Rosemarie at 416-449-7126.

TAP DANCE CLASSES by Goulding Community Tap Dancers, beginner and intermediate level sessions for adults and seniors are offered Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at Goulding Community Centre, 45 Goulding Ave. (between Finch and Steeles, west of Yonge). Call 416-724-1206 or visit http://gouldingtap.ca

PREGNANCY CARE CENTRE offers compassionate and non-judgemental support, assistance and information to anyone facing an unexpected pregnancy. All services are confidential and provided free of charge. The North York office is at 638A Sheppard Ave. W., Suite 213, at Bathurst. Call 416-229-2607 or visit www.pregnancycarecentre.org

HAPPY TIME SINGLES 35-plus Club offers free membership, with parties, outings, travel, friends. Call 416-635-6122.

EUCHRE AT ST. David's Anglican Church on Lawrence Avenue, east of Jane Street, at 7:30 p.m. every Monday. Parking, refreshments, prizes available.

NORTH YORK SENIORS Centre hosts duplicate bridge on Wednesdays and Sundays, 12:30 to 4 p.m., 21 Hendon Ave. Call 416-733-4111.

PARKWAY PLAZA BOWLING League is looking for new members to play Thursdays at 1 p.m. Call Norma at 905-420-7389.

EARL BALES SENIORS' Club in Earl Bales Park offers Casino Rama trips, walking group, movie days, Sunday dances, lunch and laughter group, mah-jong, duplicate bridge, bingo, woodworking repair shop/expert craftsman. Non-members welcome. Call Valerie at 416-395-7881.

WOMEN OF ALL ages are invited to join The Toronto Accolades, a four-part a cappella singing group that meets Thursdays, Earl Bales Community Centre, 4169 Bathurst St., 7:15 p.m. Call 905-828-9785.

FREE EMPLOYMENT SERVICES offered by JVS Toronto in the evenings to suit the needs of clients who are working part-time or seeking full-time employment. Services available include job search support, access to computers, enhancing interview skills, assistance in creating resumes and cover letters. Program at 74 Tycos Dr. near Dufferin and Glencairn. Registration on a first-come, first-served basis. To register, call 416-787-1151, ext. 271 or email rjames@jvstoronto.org.

FREE CAREER AND employment services for women, two North York locations. Call 416-787-1769.

JOKERS CLUB MEETS the fourth Wednesday of the month, 7:15 p.m., Antibes Community Centre, 140 Antibes Dr. Share jokes, play games to help keep the mind sharp. Call Irv Helpert at 416-661-2541.

NORTH YORK COMMUNITY House offers outreach programs that include newcomer training, English classes, women's circle, cooking and discussion group, arts and crafts, and fitness. Programs are offered in several different languages, Lawrence Square Mall, 700 Lawrence Ave. W., Suite 226. Call 416-784-0920.

MALE SINGERS WANTED, Toronto Northern Lights, an a cappella and barbershop chorus, auditions on Mondays from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., Willowdale Baptist Church, 15 Olive Ave. Visit www.northernlightschorus.com

THE SOCIETY OF SINGERS, a four-part non-auditioned choir that performs for seniors. Seeks members. Rehearsals run Wednesdays from 1 to 3 p.m., Blythwood Baptist Church, 80 Blythwood Rd. Call Ed Gilmore at 416-783-9490.

HUNGARIAN WRITING AND friendship circle invites new members. Group meets Wednesdays and the first and third Saturdays of the month, 2 to 4 p.m. both days, Barbara Frum Library, 20 Covington Rd. Call 416-785-8456.

CHURCH OF THE Ascension badminton club welcomes new members, 33 Overland Dr., Mondays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. to noon and 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Call Carol at 416-444-5350.

JAMAICAN CANADIAN ASSOCIATION settlement and adaptation program assists new Canadians with housing, jobs, resume writing, education, training, help with forms and applications, advocacy, referrals. All services are free. Contact Peaches Stone at 416-746-5772, ext. 245 or e-mail pstone@jcassoc.org

ST. CECILIA SINGERS, a chamber choir singing church music from Victorian to Messiaen, invites singers in all voice parts to audition. Rehearsals are Sundays from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at 255 Finch Ave. W. Call 647-378-4096 or e-mail phillipsdandk@yahoo.com

NORTHVIEW GROUP OF ARTISTS invites new members, group meets Wednesdays from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., Edithvale Community Centre, 7 Edithvale Dr. Cost is $75 for the season. Call 416-223-9997.

THE YONGE STREET Singers, an a cappella-style chorus for males in their teens and 20s, meets Mondays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Willowdale Baptist Church, 15 Olive St. Visit www.yongestreetsingers.com

STAINED GLASS COURSE Mondays from 7 to 9 p.m. at 19 Cadillac Ave., Wilson Avenue and Bathurst Street area. Cost $5. To register, e-mail fkalif0403@rogers.com or call Francine at 416-635-6122.

ART CLASSES OFFERED with professional teacher at Earl Bales Community Centre, 4169 Bathurst St., Mondays, 1 to 3 p.m. Call Nancy at 416-498-7964.

INDOOR SKATEBOARDING AND drop-in program for students, Sk8box and The Youth Lounge, Wellsprings Worship Centre, 89 Centre Ave., Wednesdays 7 to 8:30 p.m., Fridays 5 to 7:30 p.m. Call 416-223-3496 or visit www.wellspringonline.ca

ARMY CADETS, 2754 (Toronto Service Battalion), free to join. Boys and girls aged 12 to 18 welcome. Join the band, become self-motivated, meet new friends. Uniform provided. Mondays at Denison Armoury, 1 Yukon Lane, Sheppard Avenue West and Allen Road; Tuesdays at St. Charles Garnier School, 20 Stong Ct., Jane Street and Driftwood Avenue. Meetings are 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at both locations. Visit www.2754cadets.ca or call 416-633-6200, ext. 6369.

PROFESSIONAL AND AMATEUR entertainers are invited to attend the weekly gathering of Fun Time, a not-for-profit group that gathers for evenings of free entertainment Mondays, 7 to 9 p.m. at 19 Cadillac Ave., near Wilson Avenue and Bathurst Street. Email fkalif0403@rogers.com

NOT SO YOUNG Club for Seniors meets Thursdays, Pine Ridge Church, 39 Knox Ave., 1 to 4 p.m. Crafts, cards, knitting and social time. New members welcome. Call 416-749-4220.

LIBRARY STORY TIME in the Weston Family Library, a fun-filled half hour of nature-themed stories and activities Mondays at 11 a.m. Drop-ins welcome. No registration required. Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Ave. E. Call 416-397-1340.

JEWISH ADDICTION COMMUNITY Services holds a JACS Concerned Persons Group Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. A small, informal setting for those affected by someone else's substance abuse or addiction problems; 858 Sheppard Ave. W. Open to everyone in the community. For more information about this group or others offered at JACS, call 416-638-0350.

BAYCREST CENTRE FOR Geriatric Care offers various health and wellness and exercise classes. To arrange a trial class call 416-785-2500, ext. 2267.

SENIORS COMPUTER CLASSES, Bathurst Jewish Community Centre, six students per class, one instructor and two assistants. Classes twice a week. New session offered every month. Each course is 16 hours. Cost: $55 for members, $70 for non-members (includes course manual). Call Brian Prosserman at 905-882-6080 or e-mail bprosserman@bjcc.ca

EUCHRE GAME NIGHT Mondays at St. David's Anglican Church, 1796 Lawrence Ave. W., 7:30 p.m. Prizes and refreshments.

ADULT SUPPORT GROUP by Learning Disabilities Association, Toronto District chapter, every second Monday. Call 416-229-1680 to book an intake interview.

DONATE YOUR CAR and help Epilepsy Ontario. Free tow up to $200 and minimum charitable receipt for $60. Visit www.epilepsyontario.org or call 1-800-463-1119.

NAR-ANON FAMILY group weekly meetings for those affected by someone's drug use. Visit www.naranonontario.com or call the help line at 416-239-0096.98

GAVEL AND GLASS Toastmasters club meets Thursdays, 6:45 to 9 p.m., St. Mark's Church, 1 Greenland Rd. Visit www.gavelnglass.on.ca

PEOPLE PROVIDING RESPITE care for families can contact www.respiteservices.com for information, services and more.

SUPPORT GROUP FOR stroke survivors hosted by Stroke Recovery Network. Call 1-888-540-6666 for location.

COMMUNITY ACTION RESOURCE Centre provides newcomer settlement services in Spanish, Italian, Dari, Pashto, Urdu and Hindi, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., 1652 Keele St. Call 416-652-2273.

THE ANTIBES AWARENESS Through Movement committee hosts Feldenkrais classes Mondays at 8 p.m. and Tuesdays at 10 a.m., Antibes Community Centre, 140 Antibes Dr. Call 416-665-9050.

DON MILLS NETWORKING Group meets the third Thursday of every month at Anthony's Grill, 1090 Don Mills Rd., 9 to 10 a.m. No membership fee, food and beverage at the cost of the member. E-mail donmillsnetworking@gmail.com

PUBLIC SPEAKING CLUB, Hoggs Hollow Toastmasters, every other Wednesday, noon to 1 p.m., 4141 Yonge St. Call Marvin at 416-222-8130, ext. 232.

It's Happening runs Wednesdays in The North York Mirror and covers Thursday until the following Wednesday. Items from local, non-profit organizations should be submitted two weeks prior to the event. Please include all necessary information, including the exact address, street name and number, postal code and nearest intersection. Submissions cannot be taken over the phone, but can be emailed to nycalendar@insidetoronto.com or faxed to 416-493-6190.