It's Happening in North York

Saturday, March 27

SPRING EASTER BAZAAR and silent auction, Danish Lutheran Church, 72 Finch Ave. W., 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Features fine embroidery, books, baked goods, jewelry, food and a white elephant table.

Sunday, March 28

THE ABILITIES CHURCH presents guest speaker Rena Nikou who will talk about embracing your abilities, utilizing support services to increase your independence, and pursuing your dreams; 6 to 7 p.m. at 190 Railside Rd. Free admission. Refreshments provided.

Monday, March 29

UNIVERSITY WOMEN'S CLUB of North York March meeting, St. Bonaventure Parish Centre, 1300 Leslie St., 7:30 p.m. Speaker is psychologist and author Barbara Killinger on workaholism and the loss of integrity. New members welcome. Call 416-544-1935.

Wednesday, March 31

SLIDE SHOW PRESENTATION of Romania, Don Mills Library, 888 Lawrence Ave. E., 2 to 4 p.m. Call 416-395-5710.

LEARN THE FACTS and myths regarding ADHD with keynote speaker Dr. Atih Seif, North York Civic Centre, Room 3, 5100 Yonge St., 7 to 8:30 p.m. Space is limited. Call 416-229-1680 or visit www.adhd-canada.ca

Thursday, April 1

LEARN HOW TO save on your taxes with an expert from CIBC, Don Mills Library, 888 Lawrence Ave. E., 7 to 8 p.m. Call 416-395-5710.

Saturday, April 3

ELMER ISELER SINGERS present The Glory of Easter, choir and brass ensemble concert for the whole family, Toronto Centre for the Arts, George Weston Recital Hall, 5040 Yonge St., 6 p.m. Call the box office at 416-872-1111.

Announcements

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

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.

Volunteers

THE BAYCREST SUMMER Youth Program is recruiting youth between the ages of 13 and 24 who are mature, have strong interpersonal and communication skills, energy and initiative. Volunteers will engage with Baycrest clients and staff assisting in programs and share their own skills and interests. Especially needed are volunteers with musical ability and/or those who speak a second language. Call the Volunteer Services Department at 416-785-2500, ext. 2572 or email alefkovitz@baycrest.org

THE MUSEUM AT Baycrest seeks enthusiastic volunteers interested in art, museums, history, research and/or Judaica to engage in two major projects over the summer months. The first, an online catalogue project, requires volunteers who have great computer skills, are detail-orientated and have sound researching skills. The second, the Museum on Wheels, is a bedside art program that requires volunteers with background in art and/or anthropology, and previous experience working with an elderly clientele. All ages are welcome to apply. Contact Annette Lefkovitz at 416-785-2500, ext. 2572.

ARE YOU 70 years of age or older and driving? Toronto Rehab is involved in a research study of older drivers with the aim of keeping safe older drivers behind the wheel longer. Call the Candrive office to find out more at 416-597-3422, ext. 7851.

ST. GEORGE'S ADULT Literacy Program is looking for volunteer tutors to help adults with reading, writing and math, one-to-one or classroom setting from September to June at The Bickford Centre, 777 Bloor St. W. Arrangements can be made to meet in many parts of the city. Call Kerry at 416-393-0364.

THE APHASIA INSTITUTE welcomes you to help someone in your community who has aphasia, an acquired disorder caused by stroke or injury to the brain that affects one's ability to communicate. Volunteers provide weekly one-on-one visits to provide an opportunity for supported conversation. Volunteers provided with specialized training. Call 416 226-3636, ext. 26. One year commitment is required.

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, 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

LIBRARY STORY TIME, a fun-filled half hour of nature-themed stories and activities, Mondays 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

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. To register, call 416-494-0877.

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.

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 at 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, mah-jong, 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.

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.

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.

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