Friday, Feb. 5
YWCA GIRLS AND Family centre offers a free four-week program for parents with children aged 1 to 4 years called 1, 2, 3, 4 Parents! Starts Feb. 5 at 3090 Kingston Rd., Suite 101. Childcare and snacks provided. To register, call 416-266-1232.
SIXTH TORONTO SCOUT Group community euchre 7:15 p.m. at Variety Village 3701 Danforth Ave. Prizes, draw and refreshments. Admission $6.
SOUP AND SANDWICH luncheon by Friday Friends at Bridlewood Presbyterian Church, 2501 Warden Ave., noon to 1:30 p.m. Speaker is Rev. Dr. John Niles from St. Andrew's United Church. Everyone welcome. Call Jack or Shirley Charleson at 416-321-2849.
Saturday, Feb. 6
HIKE FOR HAITI through the Rouge Valley with naturalist and photographer Andy McKinnon and Rouge Valley Conservation Centre hike leader Robert Marshall, meet before 1:30 p.m. start time at the Rouge Valley Conservation Centre, 1749 Meadowvale Rd., north of Sheppard Ave. near the Toronto Zoo. Rain or shine. Wear season-appropriate clothing and hiking footwear. Donate what you can; all proceeds go to The Canadian Red Cross Haiti Earthquake Appeal. Visit www.rvcc.ca
MID-WINTER 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.
CATHEDRAL BLUFFS SYMPHONY Orchestra and Maestro Norman Reintamm present the apprentices of The National Ballet of Canada, YOU Dance., under the direction of choreographer Lindsay Fischer, 8 p.m. at P. C. Ho Theatre, Chinese Cultural Centre of Greater Toronto, 5183 Sheppard Ave. Tickets $25 for adults, $20 for seniors/students. Call 416-879-5566, e-mail boxoffice@cathedralbluffs.com or visit www.cathedralbluffs.com
ACCOMMODATION REVIEW COMMITTEE (ARC) meeting to discuss the future of three schools: Highland Heights Junior Public School, Lynnwood Heights Junior PS and Timberbank Junior PS.; at Timberbank Junior PS, 170 Timberbank Blvd., 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. If you need an interpreter or childcare, call 416-394-2034. Meeting also on March 1, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Visit www.tdsb.on.ca/brighterfutures
ACCOMMODATION REVIEW COMMITTEE (ARC) meeting to discuss the future of six schools: John McCrae Senior Public School, Cedarbrook Junior PS, Charles Gordon Senior PS, Knob Hill Junior PS, McCowan Road Junior PS and Pringdale Gardens Junior PS; at John McCrae Senior PS, 431 McCowan Rd., 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Meeting also on Feb. 23, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. If you need an interpreter or childcare, call 416-394-2034. Visit www.tdsb.on.ca/brighterfutures
Monday, Feb. 8
OFF LEASH DOG park public consultation meeting for the Curran Hall Community regarding the suggested area within Botany Hill Park; 7 to 9 p.m. at the Curran Hall Community Centre, 277 Orton Park Rd.
ST. ANDREW'S PRESBYTERIAN Women's Group meeting with guest speaker Dr. Michael Sebastian, speaking on vision care; 7:30 p.m. at 115 St. Andrews Rd., McCowan north of Lawrence. Refreshments to follow. Call 416-265-7414.
HOW TO FIND and Live Your Life Purpose, an eight-week course offered Mondays from Feb. 8 to March 29, at Scarborough Women's Centre, 2100 Ellesmere Rd., Suite 245. Fee is $30. Registration is required, call 416-439-7111, email adminassist@scarboroughwomenscentre.ca or visit www.scarboroughwomenscentre.ca
CHRISTOPHER LEADERSHIP COURSE beings today at Pope John Paul II Catholic Secondary School, 685 Military Trail, 7 to 10 p.m. for 11 weeks. The course aims to enhance leadership and communication skills, and build self-confidence. To register, call 1-800-418-8925 or visit www.CLCTorontoEast.com
AGINCOURT GARDEN CLUB meeting, 8 p.m. at Knox United Christian Centre, at Midland and Sheppard avenues. Topic is Escaping Eden - The Joys of Gardening, with speaker Paul Knowles. Call 416-752-3615.
MANDARIN BOOK CLUB, discuss a specific Chinese book at each meeting, held at Albert Campbell library, 496 Birchmount Rd., 6:30 to 8 p.m. To register, call 416-396-8890.
ACCOMMODATION REVIEW COMMITTEE (ARC) meeting to discuss the future of five schools: Eastview Junior PS, Heron Park Junior PS, Joseph Brant Senior PS, Peter Secor Junior PS and William G. Miller Junior PS; at Joseph Brant Senior PS, 270 Manse Rd., 7 to 9 p.m. Meeting also on March 29. If you need an interpreter or childcare, call 416-394-2034. Visit www.tdsb.on.ca/brighterfutures
Tuesday, Feb. 9
JUNIOR KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION at Hillmount Public School, 245 McNicoll Ave., 9:15 to 11 a.m., 1 to 2:30 p.m. and 4:30 to 7 p.m. Call the school office at 416-395-2550 for an appointment.
SCARBOROUGH GARDEN AND Horticultural Society general meeting at 7:30 p.m. with Katie Fullerton speaking on the Live Green Toronto Program, Scarborough Village Community Centre, 3600 Kingston Rd. at Markham Road. Free.
MALVERN RESIDENTS SAFETY meeting, 7 to 8:25 p.m. at Malvern Public Library, 30 Sewells Rd. Topics of discussion include conducting safety audits, establishing a neighbourhood watch and walk safe program, and understanding crisis response. A light dinner will be provided. Contact Thiva Paramsothy at 416-284-6005, ext. 35 or tparamsothy@mfrc.org
YWCA TEEN MOTHERS program offered for young moms aged 14 to 22 who are looking for parenting support. Every Tuesday, 4 to 6 p.m. at 2041 McCowan Rd. in the Early Years Centre. Free; dinner and TTC fare are provided. Call Amy at 416-266-1232.
SHARPE DAY TRAINING Centre open house for program that offers individual support to adults with developmental disabilities, 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. today and Feb. 11, 14 Greenock Ave., near Ellesmere and Scarborough Golf Club roads. Call 416-615-1366 and ask for Pauline or Janett.
HOW TO BE Your Own Best Friend, a seminar at Scarborough Women's Centre, 2100 Ellesmere Rd., Suite 245, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Fee is $5. Registration is required, call 416-439-7111, email adminassist@scarboroughwomenscentre.ca or visit www.scarboroughwomenscentre.ca
Thursday, Feb. 11
SCARBOROUGH MUSIC THEATRE presents "Children of Eden" at Scarborough Village Theatre, 3600 Kingston Rd. at Markham Road. Opens today and runs Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings plus Sunday matinees until Feb. 27. Call the box office at 416-267-9292 for ticket info. Visit www.theatrescarborough.com
LUNAR NEW YEAR celebration, the Year of the Tiger, presented by the International Student Centre at the University of Toronto Scarborough Campus, starts at 11 a.m. in the Meeting Place, free food and activities, lion dance at noon, public lecture on "A Blossom Like No Other" at 1 p.m. Visit www.utsc-isc.ca
KIWANIS AKTION CLUB is expanding and seeking members for the Scarborough area. Individuals 16 and older living with a disability who want to make a difference in their community by volunteering are encouraged to attend an info session from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at the East Scarborough Boys&Girls Club, 100 Galloway Rd. Contact Stuart McCormack at 416-281-0262, ext. 223 or smccormack@esbgc.org
Friday, Feb. 12
EMERGENCY FIRST AID and CPR training offered by YWCA JUMP for girls between 13 and 24 who are in Canada as permanent residents or refugees, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at 3090 Kingston Rd., Suite 205. Lunch and TTC fare provided. Register by calling 416-266-0303.
Saturday, Feb. 13
YOGA AND MEDITATION workshop offered free at Albert Campbell library, 496 Birchmount Rd., 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Participants have to wear loose clothing and to bring a yoga mat or towel. To register call 416-396-8890.
VALENTINE TEA AT Iondale Heights United Church, 115 Ionview Rd., near Kennedy and Eglinton, 1:30 to 3 p.m., Cost is $8 for adults, $4 for children. Bring a friend; hat and gloves optional. Call 416-759-4224.
ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION Branch 614, 100 Salome Dr., near Midland and Sheppard, is hosting a Valentine's dinner and dance in the Stan Lister Banquet Room, with live entertainment from Par 3. Call 416-293-0872.
KING TUT TALK, based on the Canadian exclusive exhibition at the Art Gallery of Ontario, given by Jennette Boehmer, a graduate student in Egyptology at the University of Toronto; 10 to 11 a.m. at Morningside library. 4279 Lawrence Ave. Call 416-396-8881.
THAT'S AMORE DINNER and movie event at Rosewood Church of the Nazarene, 657 Milner Ave., 6:30 p.m. Movie is "No Greater Love" and meal is Italian. Cost is $12. Call 416-298-9932 or email mrs-spencer@hotmail.com
Sunday, Feb. 14
ROUGE VALLEY CONSERVATION Centre guided nature walk, meet before 1:30 p.m. at 1749 Meadowvale Rd., north of Sheppard. Rain or shine; wear season-appropriate clothing and hiking footwear. Pay what you can with a suggested donation of $2. All money goes to the upkeep of the Rouge Valley Conservation Centre and its programs. Visit www.rvcc.ca or email info@rvcc.ca
Monday, Feb. 15
FAMILY DAY WORKSHOPS on African drum and dance (beginner level), four sessions offered at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. at The HopeWorks Connection, 150 Nantucket Blvd., Unit 9. All ages welcome. Cost is $5. Register at 416-751-9970 or tc3_canada@hotmail.com
FAMILY FAIR HOSTED by NAMF (North American Muslim Foundation), 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. at 4140 Finch Ave. Featuring food, entertainment, bazaar, kids fun, games and more. Free admission. Booth space available, call 416-299-1969, ext. 24.
Announcements
LOVE MATCH: TENNIS speed dating for singles aged 30 plus, hosted by the Scarborough Tennis Foundation on Saturday, Feb. 20, 7 to 10 p.m. at Tam Heather Curling and Tennis Club, 730 Military Trail, near Morningside and Hwy. 401. Cost is $20, payable at the door. RSVP by Feb. 12 to robert.dianne@sympatico.ca or 416-389-7149 and state your level of play (beginner/intermediate/advanced) and age group (30-40; 41-50; 51-59; 60 plus).
CENTENNIAL COLLEGE OFFERS free pre-apprenticeship training to become an automotive service technician or truck and coach technician. Final application deadline is Feb. 22. Reserve a seat at an information session; contact Michael McGraw at 416-289-5000, ext. 7256 or mmcgraw@centennialcollege.ca
VAJRAYANA BUDDHISM ASSOCIATION offers a free eight-week introduction to visualization meditation on Saturdays, from March 6 to May 1, 10:30 a.m. to noon at 705 Middlefield Rd., 2nd Floor. To register, call Jenny at 416-648-2596 or visit www.vbatoronto.org
EAST SCARBOROUGH STOREFRONT at Lawrence and Overture needs volunteers to prepare basic tax returns for low-income individuals and families. Volunteers must be at least 19 years old with income tax return experience/training, be detail-oriented and have computer skills, and be available for various shifts until May 31. Contact Dip Habib at 416-208-7897 or diph@thestorefront.org
FREE ENGLISH CLASSES for landed immigrants offered at the Aldebrain LINC Centre, TCDSB, 2155 Lawrence Ave., second floor, 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. daily, levels 1 to 7. Childminding and transportation assistance available. Call 416-750-2070 to register.
MOVE THAT MOUSE computer classes: Web Basics I, II and III, Email Made Easy, and Seniors Drop-in (First Thursday of every month), at Albert Campbell library, 496 Birchmount Rd., 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Thursdays until June 30. For details and to register, call 416-396-8890.
ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION Branch 614 at 100 Salome Dr., near Midland and Sheppard invites everyone to join in the fun on Wednesdays 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. and Fridays 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. for karaoke; meat spins on Saturdays 3 to 5 p.m.; dances on Saturdays 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.; Karaoke on Sundays 3 to 8 p.m. Many other activities during the week, such as seniors carpet bowling, bid euchre, mixed darts. Call 416-293-0872.
MESSY CHURCH IS a once-a-month fun happening for families with children under four. Parents and children are invited to enjoy crafts, music, stories, prayer and food at St. Giles Church, 35 Kecala Rd., at 11 a.m. Visit www.sgiles.ca or call 416-755-5316.
FREE ADULT ENGLISH classes offered by the Toronto Catholic District School Board at Mary Ward LINC and ESL Centre, 44 Kelvinway Dr., Finch and Pharmacy. New classes include grammar in conversation, Saturdays for 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; Conversation and pronunciation and idioms in conversation Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:30 to 9 p.m. For details, call 416-397-6046 during class time. For info on all programs, visit www.tcdsb.org/adulted or call 416-397-6540.
FACEBOOK COMPUTER COURSE: learn how to use Facebook to network with friends, make new friends, share interests, upload albums and photos. Students who are parents will understand more about how their children make friends on Facebook. Classes at St. Paul's L'Amoreaux Centre, 3333 Finch Ave., start on the following dates: Feb. 8, March 10, 11, 13 and April 19. Fee is $50 for members, $60 for non-members. Offered in English and Mandarin. Call 416-493-333 or visit www.splc.ca
DECONSTRUCTING DARWINISM EVENT at Morningstar Christian Fellowship, 7601 Sheppard Ave., registration being taken now for event on March 5, 6:30 to 9 p.m., and March 6, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Cost $7 for Friday, $20 for Saturday, $25 for both days. Call 416-281-4138, visit http://morningstarfellowship.ca or email edward_v_g@hotmail.com
Volunteers
MATURE ADULT VOLUNTEERS needed to work with seniors in a long-term care setting at Bendale Acres, 2920 Lawrence Ave., between Brimley and McCowan. Daytime, weekend and evening hours available for escorting residents in wheelchairs to programs in the home, friendly visiting, special events and others. Orientation and training provided. Contact Selena Lynch at 416-397-7058 or slynch@toronto.ca
THE DISTRESS CENTRES team provides emotional support, crisis intervention and suicide prevention services, and is looking for volunteers. Comprehensive training provided. Call 416-439-0744 or visit www.torontodistresscentre.com
VOLUNTEERS TO FEED feral cats needed one day a week to drive to feeding stations near Eglinton and Warden and Lawrence and Warden. Route will take about two hours; food and training provided. Must have car and be able to work independently. Looking for helpers Tuesdays, Wednesdays and one day on the weekend. Call Joanne at 416-698-3221.
BE A FRIEND or mentor to newcomers through the Host Program, designed to help newcomers overcome the stress of moving to a new country by matching them with volunteers who are familiar with Canadian ways. Each match is expected to meet for one to two hours a week for at least six months. Those interested can contact Rose Chiu at the Centre for Information and Community Services of Ontario, at 416-293-4565, ext. 117 or r.chiu@cicscanada.com
WARDEN WOODS COMMUNITY Centre is looking for sewing instructors, along with drivers and runners for its Meals on Wheels program. Call 416-694-1138, ext. 153.
VHA HOME HEALTHCARE, a non-profit agency with a satellite office in Scarborough, seeks volunteers to visit families with children 0 to six years old in their homes. Call 416-489-2500, ext. 4327 or email rwirt@vha.ca
KIDS ON THE Block disability awareness program seeks volunteer puppeteers. No experience necessary, training is provided. Call 416-964-9095 or email info@kidsontheblocktoronto.com
WEST SCARBOROUGH SENIORS CLUB needs helpers for its lunch and shopping programs. Call Lavanya Savari at 416-755-9215, ext. 226.
THE ALS SOCIETY of Ontario is looking for support volunteers to contribute to the emotional, psychosocial and spiritual well-being of clients and their caregivers. This support can be done a couple of hours per week from home at your own convenience once training is completed. Contact Louise at 416-227-2252 or louise@alsont.ca
Ongoing
SECOND CAREER INFORMATION for anyone who has been laid off since January 2005. You can qualify for government-funded training through the Second Career Strategy, free sessions every Thursday at 9:30 a.m. at Centennial College's Progress Campus, 941 Progress Ave., east of Markham Road. Call 416-289-5123.
TOPS - TAKE OFF Pounds Sensibly - weight loss support group, meets every Tuesday at 10:15 a.m., Bendale Bible Chapel, 330 Bellamy Rd. N. Call Barbara at 416-265-3393.
THE ROTARY CLUB of Scarborough, 231 Scarborough Golf Club Rd., meets Tuesdays, 12:30 to 1:45 p.m. Business owners, managers and professionals are welcome to enjoy a guest speaker, networking and fellowship. Call Michael Cooksey at 416-266-3287 or visit www.rotary.org
SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCE classes for beginners Mondays, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Grace Presbyterian Church, 447 Port Union Rd., south of Hwy. 401; $80 for ten lessons, pro-rated for late registration. No partner required; all ages welcome. Bring soft-soled shoes. Free parking on site. Call Sue Ann Bryce at 416-266-5423 or visit www.rscdstoronto.org
YOGA AND MEDITATION workshop offered free at Albert Campbell library, 496 Birchmount Rd., 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Participants have to wear loose clothing and to bring a yoga mat or towel. Offered on Feb. 13, 20, March 20, 27, April 24, May 22 and June 19. To register, call 416-396-8890.
ONGOING ESL CLASSES at Grace Church, 447 Port Union Rd., free, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Saturdays. Call 416-284-8424 or register online at www.gracewesthill.ca
BIRKDALE SENIORS SATURDAY Night Dance Club at Birkdale Community Centre, 1299 Ellesmere Rd., between Brimley and Midland. Admission $6. Every Saturday; doors open at 7 p.m. Guests, singles, couples welcome.
BELLYDANCE CLASSES OFFERED Thursday evenings, 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Timberbank Jr. Public School, near Birchmount and Huntingwood. Drop-in rate is $20 per class. Email dancer@bwtwist.org or call 416-627-0607.
SWING DANCE LESSONS run Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion, 100 Salome Dr., near Midland and Sheppard. First lesson free, session of five costs $35. Call 416-447-9774.
BOWLERS NEEDED FOR the Pin-Ups Women's Five-Pin League, Thursdays at 1 p.m. at Parkway Bowl, 67 Ellesmere Rd. Call Janis at 416-391-2280.
NEW BEGINNINGS SCARBOROUGH Support Group for widowed, separated and divorced persons meets on the third Sunday of the month, 7 p.m. at Our Lady of Fatima Church, 3170 St. Clair Ave., east of Victoria Park, 416-757-2806. Group also offers retreat weekends and mini-renewals: call 416-921-1163, ext. 2246 for info.
Al-ANON/ALATEEN Family Groups offer help and hope to anyone who has been affected by someone else's drinking. Call 416-410-3809.
SWEET ADELINES, SCARBOROUGH Chorus, women's four-part harmony, is looking for women who love to sing. Weekly practices are 7 p.m. Wednesdays at St. Paul's L'Amoreaux Church, southwest corner of Warden and Finch. Call Harriet at 905-420-9623 or Jessie at 416-431-1403.
SCOUTING REGISTRATION FOR Beavers (ages 5 to 7), Cubs (8 to 10), Scouts (10 to 14), Venturers (15 to 17). To find a group near you call Tracy at 416-282-8116 or visit www.scouts.ca and enter your postal code.
ESL CLASSES AT Grace Church, 447 Port Union Rd., free, Saturdays 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Call 416-284-8424.
BIRKDALE SENIORS SATURDAY Night Dance Club at Birkdale Community Centre, 1299 Ellesmere Rd., between Brimley and Midland. Admission $6. Every Saturday; doors open at 7 p.m. Guests, singles, couples welcome.
NORTH STAR CRICKET Club indoor practice, 2 to 4 p.m. Sundays at Markham and Finch for ages seven to 17. Fee is $7.50. Call 416-556-5684 or email nscc@nscricket.net
BRIMLEY BOWLING LEAGUE is looking for men and women to join a five-pin league Thursdays at 7 p.m. at Brimley Bowl, Brimley and Eglinton. Dances, euchre nights and banquet. Call Carm at 416-431-8663.
AGINCOURT BOWLING LEAGUE is looking for men and women to join a five-pin league Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at Parkway Bowl, Victoria Park and Ellesmere. Contact 416-283-9776 or bhinton@sympatico.ca
CEDARETTE LADIES BOWLING League is looking for new bowlers on Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m. at Brimley Bowl, 2644 Eglinton Ave. Call Glenna at 416-266-4304.
BRIMLEY BOWL TREVERTON Park League is looking for lady bowlers to play Tuesdays at 1 p.m. Call Carol at 416-757-9227.
SCARBOROUGH TUESDAY PROBUS Club, a social club for retired and semi-retired men and women, meets the third Tuesday of each month, 10 a.m. to noon. Call Pat Ison at 416-751-8436 for location and info.
WEXFORD LADIES BOWLING League seeks ladies to join five-pin league on Thursdays 1 to 3 p.m. at Parkway Bowl, Parkway Plaza, 67 Ellesmere Ave., at Victoria Park. Cost $13 per week. Call 416-445-4804.
BOWLERS NEEDED FOR senior 10-pin league Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. at Kennedy Bowl, Kennedy Road and Lawrence Avenue. Call Ken at 416-284-4800.
BOWLERS NEEDED FOR five-pin mixed bowling league on Wednesdays at 1 p.m. at Parkway Bowl, for 55 years plus. Call 416-724-5162
PIN UPS BOWLING League (ladies aged 55 to 90) seeks new members to play Thursdays at 1 p.m. at Parkway Plaza. Call Norma at 905-420-7389.
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 Scarborough office is at 7601 Sheppard Ave. at Morningside. Call 416-229-2607 or visit www.pregnancycarecentre.org
FREE COMPUTER COURSES for beginner, intermediate, advanced and expert, available to youth 12 plus and adults, at 1275 Morningside Ave., Unit 5. To register, call Malvern Rouge Valley Youth Services at 416-284-9369. Visit www.oneblockatatime.net
SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING Fridays at Fallingbrook Presbyterian Church, 31 Wood Glen Rd. Children five to 12 years at 6:30 to 7:15 p.m.; adults 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. No experience necessary. Call Betty Baker at 416-286-9755.
SCARBOROUGH BLUFFS MUSIC, a not-for-profit organization based at Scarborough Bluffs United Church, 3739 Kingston Rd., near Scarborough Golf Club Road, offers piano, guitar and rhythm skills lessons for children in grades 1 to 6, $2 to $7 per class, 4 to 6 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Call 416-266-8352 to register.
TAKE OFF POUNDS Sensibly (TOPS) meets Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. at Cedarbrae Collegiate, on Markham Road south of Lawrence Avenue. All welcome to join. For details, call Doreen at 416-438-8605.
KNITTING CLASSES AT Warden Woods Community Centre, 74 Firvalley Ct. Come with your own project or choose a pattern; Thursdays from 1 to 3 p.m. Free. A volunteer sewing instructor is also needed. Call Rebecca at 416-694-1138, ext. 132.
SCARBOROUGH SHUFFLEBOARD CLUB meets every Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. to noon, at 140 Commander Blvd. New members welcome; for those 55 and older. Cost is $10 per person. Club runs to June. Call Harold at 416-431-5059.
CANADIAN FEDERATION OF University Women meets at Knox United Church Education Centre, 2569 Midland Ave., 7:30 p.m. Woman interested in fellowship, service to the community and interest groups are welcome. Meetings are the third Monday of every month. Visit http://cfuw-scar.tripod.com/
CLUB SOLOS DANCE for singles and couples every Saturday, 7:30 p.m. to midnight at Cedarbrooke Community Centre, 91 East Park Blvd. Refreshments, dress code. Call Pat at 416-447-1537.
TIME FOR WEE Ones, a free parenting and play group running Thursdays, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., at Rosewood Church of the Nazarene, 657 Milner Ave. Call 416-298-9932.
GOLDEN YEARS GROUP for visually impaired or blind, first Wednesday of the month, 1 to 3 p.m., Birkdale Community Centre, 1299 Ellesmere Rd. Call Ellen at 416-438-2403.
GOLDEN MILE SENIORS League seeks new members for 10-pin bowling, every Wednesday at 1 p.m. at Kennedy Bowl, on Kennedy Road near Lawrence Avenue. Call 416-431-3918 to sign up.
YWCA TEEN MOTHERS program runs every Tuesday from 4 to 6 p.m. at 2041 McCowan Rd. at Road Rouge Valley Ontario Early Years Centre. TTC tickets, dinner and childcare provided. This free program is for girls who are pregnant or parenting and between the ages of 14 and 22. To register, contact Amy at 416-266-1232, ext 30.
A NON-PROFIT GROUP focussing on Hindi arts and culture (including Bollywood songs) at amateur/beginner level is being formed for mature adults. Anyone interested in joining can contact PK Jain at 416-281-1817 after 7 p.m.
SCARBOROUGH COMMUNITY DIABETES program, held by West Hill Community Services, serves adults with pre-diabetes and type 2 diabetes living in Scarborough; free, flexible appointment times and locations, individual counseling and group education in several languages. Call 416-847-4160.
MOEEN CENTRE FOR physically disabled and developmentally challenged young adults (21 and older) offers a day program, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 551 Kennedy Rd. Call 416-264-5809 or 416-424-4026. Visit www.moeencentre.org
YWCA MOM AND baby program runs Thursdays 10:30 a.m. to noon for mothers and infants aged 0 to 12 months. Weekly themes, resources, games and songs; share experiences with other mothers. To register, call Maria at 416-266-1232, ext. 22. All programs are free and include a healthy snack.
PLAYING WITH RAINBOWS program for young Tamil women who are permanent residents or convention refugees between 13 and 24 years, focuses on managing stress and anxiety, explores the phenomenon of war and media, teaches coping strategies, enhances self-esteem and self-care. Takes place at YWCA Toronto, 3090 Kingston Rd. at McCowan Road. Call 416-266-0303.
SCARBOROUGH TWILIGHT ROTARY meets at 5:30 p.m. every Tuesday. Call 416-460-0193.
SCARBOROUGH ROTARY MEETS Tuesdays for networking, meal and guest speaker: 7 to 8:30 a.m., noon to 1:45 p.m. and 6 to 7:45 p.m. To register, call Norm Rhora at 416-724-3344.
SCARBOROUGH ROTARY MEETS noon to 1:45 p.m. every Wednesday for networking, meal and guest speaker. To register, call Norm Rhora at 416-724-3344.
SCARBOROUGH ROTARY MEETS Thursdays for networking, meal and guest speaker: 6:30 to 8 p.m. To register, call Norm Rhora at 416-724-3344.
ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION Branch 617 Dambusters holds a country music jam session at 8 p.m. at 937 Warden Ave., north of Eglinton. Everyone welcome; takes place every Friday evening. Call 416-755-2559.
FREE KNITTING CLASSES every Thursday, 1 to 3 p.m. at Warden Woods Community Centre, 74 Firvalley Ct., near Warden and St. Clair avenues. Call 416-694-1138, ext. 160.
SCARBOROUGH ROTARY MEETS Thursdays 6:30 to 8 p.m. for networking, meal and guest speaker. To register, call Norm Rhora at 416-724-3344.
VETERANS AFFAIRS CANADA area counsellor John Lingerfelter visits the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 258 at 45 Lawson Rd. in Highland Creek on the second Thursday of each month at 2 p.m. If you are a veteran or a spouse of a veteran or know of one who may require assistance, come out so that any concerns or questions may be discussed confidentially. You do not have to be a Legion member to obtain assistance. Contact John Bow, Branch 258 Service Officer, at 416-439-6085.
FREE LINC ENGLISH classes offered to landed immigrants and convention refugees 18 years and older, through the CICS LINC Centre; full-time, part-time, day and evening and weekend classes from basic to Level 5. TTC tokens and childcare provided. All clients must be assessed. To register, call 416-299-8118, ext. 0 or drop by 4002 Sheppard Ave., Unit 501, at Kennedy Road.
FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE (West Hill Community Services) offers programs for children, newborn to six years, and their parent/caregiver, as well as a resource lending library. Drop in to 4110 Lawrence Ave. or call 416-847-4150.
CATHOLIC CROSSCULTURE SERVICES has opened Settlement Integration Place to serve newcomers with their settlement needs at Markington Plaza, 3227 Eglinton Ave. E., Unit 135. Call 416-266-7200.
THE YWCA GIRLS Centre at Kingston and McCowan roads offers a free program for girls aged eight to 11 where they can talk about healthy friendships, gain independence, make new friends and have fun. The STEPS program is every Monday from 4 to 6 p.m. and includes dinner and snacks. To register, call Ashley at 416-266-1232, ext. 31.
CONVERSATION CIRCLES OFFERED every Wednesday, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., by YWCA Jump for girls aged 13 to 24 who are permanent residents or convention refugees wanting to improve their English. Homework tutoring available; TTC fare and refreshments provided. At 3090 Kingston Rd., at McCowan Road, Suite 205. To register, call 416-266-0303.
FREE ENGLISH CLASSES for permanent residents at Aldebrain LINC Centre, 2155 Lawrence Ave. E. Program runs 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. daily, Levels 1 to 7. Childcare and transportation assistance available. Call 416-750-2070.
KNOX NEARLY NEW shop is open Wednesdays, 1 to 3 p.m., offering gently used clothing for the entire family, at Knox Christian Centre, 2569 Midland Ave. Parking in the back. Call 416-293-4424.
EMOTIONS ANONYMOUS, A 12-step self-help group to assist people living with unsolved problems, meets every Wednesday at Burrows Hall, 1081 Progress Ave., at 7 p.m. Everyone welcome. Call Muriel at 905-723-2035.
SCARBOROUGH AMATEUR RADIO Club is interested in passing on the ham radio hobby to anyone who would like to learn about emergency radio communication. The non-profit group offers a course on radio operating practices, regulations and electronics theory to prepare for the Industry Canada examination, weekly on Fridays from 6 to 9 p.m. at Don Montgomery Community Recreation Centre, 2467 Eglinton Ave. E. Course material will be available for purchase upon registration. Visit online at www.ve3we.org or e-mail membership@ve3we.org.
FREE PARENTING PROGRAMS, YWCA Family Support Centre, 3090 Kingston Rd. Learn about parenting styles, child development, practical discipline, communication strategies, ways to build your child's self-esteem and much more. To register, call 416-266-1232.
MOMS AND TOTS early years programs, twice a week, St. Joseph's Church, 200 Morrish Rd., for infants to five years of age. Call Barbara at 416-283-4116.
PERINATAL BEREAVEMENT SERVICES Ontario hosts a support group the first and third Thursday of the month in the Port Union and Lawrence Avenue East area. Call 905-472-1807 to register.
SCARBOROUGH INVESTMENT CLUB meets the third Tuesday of every month to learn, discuss and invest in the stock market, $25 per month, YMCA, 230 Town Centre Ct., 6:30 p.m. Call 416-759-1219.
ARISING WOMEN'S PLACE and the Trillium Foundation offer a weekly exercise program of yoga and belly-dancing for women and young girls, The East Scarborough Storefront, 4040 Lawrence Ave. E., Fridays 1 to 3 p.m. Call 416-281-6662 to register or visit www.arisingwomenplace.org.
FREE EXERCISE CLASSES for women, 6:30 to 8 p.m. every Thursday at Warden Woods Community Centre, 74 Firvalley Ct., near Warden and St. Clair avenues. Call 416-694-1138, ext. 160 or 124.
STRENGTH TO WALK In Freedom Together, SWIFT, is a free self-help group for those with marital problems, anxiety, phobias, panic attacks and anger management. The group meets Monday evenings at Kennedy Nursing Lodge, 1400 Kennedy Rd., 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Open to all age groups and walks of life. Call 905-707-5691.
MOM AND BABY program, YWCA Family Support Centre, 3090 Kingston Rd., for moms with babies, newborn to 12 months old. Sing songs, play games, make and take home toys, discuss how babies grow and learn and share information with other moms. To register, call 416-266-1232, ext. 22.
DRUG PROBLEM? Narcotics Anonymous can help. Call 416-236-8956 or visit www.torontona.org
SENIOR EUCHRE, 55 plus, Thursdays, 12:30 to 3:15 p.m., Birkdale Community Centre, 1299 Ellesmere Rd. Call 416-396-4069.
YOUTH AND FAMILY counselling program, Malvern Family Resource Centre. Call 416-284-4654, ext. 28.
FREE LEGAL CLINIC, Malvern Family Resource Centre, 1321 Neilson Rd. Every second Tuesday. Appointments are private and confidential. Call 416-281-1376.
AL-ANON HOSTS daily and nightly support meetings for relatives and friends of alcoholics. Call 416-410-3809 for meeting location closest to your community.
It's Happening runs Fridays in The Scarborough Mirror. 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 and nearest intersection. Submissions cannot be taken over the phone, but can be emailed to sccalendar@insidetoronto.com or fax to 416-493-6190.