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Saturday, Nov. 22

CANDY CANE TEA and bazaar, Presteign-Woodbine United Church, 2538 St. Clair Ave. E., 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Features tea room, baked goods, crafts and holiday gift table. Call 416-755-8352.

ANNUAL HOLIDAY BAZAAR at True Davidson Acres, 200 Dawes Rd., 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., includes silent auction, entertainment, afternoon tea and raffle prizes. Call 416-397-0400.

Tuesday, Nov. 25

EAST YORK HISTORICAL Society will meet at 7 p.m. at the S. Walter Stewart Memorial Library, 170 Memorial Park Ave. Speaker is Dr. Rae Fleming discussing the wartime correspondence involving the Frost family, notably former Ontario premier Leslie Frost. His books will be available for sale. All are welcome. Free. Visit www.eastyork.org/eyhs.html

Thursday, Nov. 27

OUTING CLUB OF East York invites residents to learn about the club's extensive winter program of cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, skating, hiking and social events as well as other year-round outdoor activities. Refreshments will be served. Free. Everyone welcome, at S. Walter Stewart library auditorium, 170 Memorial Park Dr., near Coxwell and Mortimer avenues, 7 p.m. Visit www.outingclubofeastyork.org.

GLEDHILL SCHOOL SILENT auction, 7 to 10 p.m. at Gledhill Jr. Public School, 2 Gledhill Ave., near Woodbine and O'Connor avenues. Join parents, alumni and community members in the gym for food, live entertainment, a cash bar and silent auction. This is a licensed event. All parents, alumni and community members 19 and over are encouraged to attend. Pay a toonie or bring a canned good for the food bank at the door. Visit www.tdsb.on.ca/SchoolWeb/_site/ViewItem.asp?siteid=10082=17432=15358.

Friday, Nov. 28

TORONTO EAST GENERAL Hospital volunteer services sewing and craft sale in the Mortimer lobby, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. All net proceeds will be returned to the hospital in support of patient care. Volunteers will be on hand to assist you with your holiday shopping.

Saturday, Nov. 29

ANNUAL CHRISTMAS BAZAAR, Holy Eucharist, 515 Broadview Ave., 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Food, baked goods, jams, Christmas gifts, jewelry, ornaments, knitted items, books and more. Call 416-465-5836.

COSBURN ANNUAL TURKEY dinner at 5 p.m. at Cosburn United Church, 1108 Greenwood Ave. Everyone welcome. Tickets are $15 for adults, $7 for children ages six to 12 and free for children under six. Call the church for tickets at 416-421-5711. Tickets can be picked up at the door only if previously ordered.

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA to help raise funds for a trip for the Girl Guides, 8 to 10 a.m. at Harmony Hall, 2 Gower St., near Dawes Road and Victoria Park Avenue. Breakfast includes sausages, pancakes and a choice of orange juice, milk, or tea/coffee. Includes picture with Santa, colouring contest, door prizes and a penny raffle; $10 per person. Breakfast is followed by a Christmas Marketplace from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.: crafts, bake sale, gently used books and toys, tea room, Pampered Chef demonstration and gingerbread house workshop ($20 by registration only). To reserve tickets for the breakfast or to register for the gingerbread house workshop, call Kai Simmons at 416-425-7114 or e-mail crsimmons@sympatico.ca.

Sunday, Nov. 30

A CHRISTMAS CONCERT, Presteign-Woodbine United Church, 2538 St. Clair Ave. E., 7:30 p.m., featuring the York Highlands Chorus. Tickets $15. Call 416-755-8352.

Saturday, Dec. 6

SNOWMAN CHRISTMAS CRAFT and bake sale at Hope United Church, 2550 Danforth Ave., 11. a.m. to 2 p.m. The luncheon is a sandwich plate with dessert and a beverage for $4.

CHRISTMAS GOODIES SALE at Kimbourne Park United Church, 200 Wolverleigh Blvd., near Danforth and Coxwell avenues, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The sale features cookies, pies, tarts, squares and other home-baked goods, jams, jellies, pickles, relish and other preserves. There's also a tea room. The location is wheelchair accessible.

Sunday, Dec. 7

LESSONS AND CAROLS by Leaside United Church, 822 Millwood Rd., at 7:30 p.m. Offering in support of the Out of the Cold Program. The event features carols and readings for Christmas. The junior choir is directed by Karen Kitchen, Chancel Choirs are from Leaside United, St. Cuthbert's Anglican and St. Augustine of Canterbury. Call 416-425-1253, visit www.leaside.org or e-mail office@leaside.org.

A REGENCY CHRISTMAS in the Valley at Todmorden Mills Museum, 67 Pottery Rd., noon to 4 p.m. Discover the simple pleasures and decor of a regency-era Christmas. The early 19th-century historic homes are decorated for the season. The program features samplings of tasty holiday treats prepared on the open hearth and a special take-home craft for kids. Adult admission is $5.24, students and seniors are $3.81, children six to 12 years are $2.38 (add GST to all prices). Children five and younger get in free. Call 416-396-2819.

THE EAST YORK Concert Band is hosting its 60th anniversary celebration with a Christmas Concert at St. Patrick Catholic Secondary School, 49 Felstead Ave., south of Danforth at Greenwood Ave., starting at 2 p.m. Tickets are available at the door or by calling 416-266-1958 or 416-439-3542. Prices are $10 for adults, $5 for students and children get in free. The East York Concert Band was founded in 1948 as a night school class. The band has hosted the Canadian Band Association (Ontario) Community Band Weekend, played concerts for the Royal Canadian Legion, Sunnybrook Hospital, East York Canada Day, Scarborough Adult Skating Club as well as providing entertainment for smaller groups at various churches and Scarborough General Hospital. The EYCB is a federally registered charity. The band has 55 members who rehearse Monday nights during the school term. Visit www.eastyorkconcertband.ca.

Sunday, Dec. 14

A REGENCY CHRISTMAS in the Valley at Todmorden Mills Museum, 67 Pottery Rd., noon to 4 p.m. Discover the simple pleasures and decor of a regency-era Christmas. The early 19th-century historic homes are decorated for the season. The program features samplings of tasty holiday treats prepared on the open hearth and a special take-home craft for kids. Adult admission is $5.24, students and seniors are $3.81, children six to 12 years are $2.38 (add GST to all prices). Children five and younger are free. Call 416-396-2819.

Sunday, Dec. 21

A REGENCY CHRISTMAS in the Valley at Todmorden Mills Museum, 67 Pottery Rd., from noon to 4 p.m. Discover the simple pleasures and decor of a regency-era Christmas. The early 19th-century historic homes are decorated for the season. The program features samplings of tasty holiday treats prepared on the open hearth and a special take-home craft for kids. Adult admission is $5.24, students and seniors are $3.81, children six to 12 years are $2.38 (add GST to all prices). Children five and younger get in free. Call 416-396-2819 for more details.

Volunteers

CHESTER VILLAGE Home for the Aged is looking for friendly volunteers to help in the Village Cafe and visit with seniors. Call Andrea Macina at 416-466-2173, ext. 229.

SENIORS WANTED TO share crafts and hobbies with students in grades 4 and 5 at various East York schools, one afternoon a week for seven weeks beginning in October. Call Community Care East York at 416-422-2026, ext. 239.

KIDS ON THE Block seeks volunteer puppeteers for an education disability awareness program. No experience needed. Training provided. Must have own transportation. Call 416-964-9095 or e-mail kob@epilepsytoronto.org.

ST. GEORGE'S LITERACY Centre is looking for volunteers to help adults with reading, writing and math. One-to-one or in a classroom setting. Call Adela at 416-393-0364.

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

TRUE DAVIDSON MEALS on Wheels is in need of volunteers. Open Sunday through Friday for delivery. Two-hour commitment between 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. to deliver meals to seniors and disabled adults. Drivers and helpers needed. No car is required for helpers. Call 416-752-9667.

COMMUNITY CARE EAST York urgently needs volunteers to visit seniors in their homes or escort them to appointments. Knowledge of Greek, Gujurati, Italian or Hungarian an asset. Call 416-422-2026, ext. 216.

CARING CANINE DOCTOR Dogs seek volunteers to bring their friendly dogs to visit patients, children with special needs and seniors. Visit www.caringcanine.ca/volunteer.html.

MEALS ON WHEELS volunteer drivers needed, one hour each week, 10:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, WoodGreen Community Services. Call 416-469-5211, ext. 1146 or 1109 or e-mail volunteer@woodgreen.org.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO visit seniors, Community Care East York. Call 416-422-2026, ext. 216.

Announcements

NAVY LEAGUE CADET Corps Ark Royal meets Thursdays, Earl Haig P.S., 15 Earl Haig Ave., 6:30 to 9 p.m. Naval Traditions-based program for children nine to 13 years old. Visit www.arkroyal.ca or call 416-897-2882.

EASTWARD BOWLING LEAGUE and social club seeks new members. Group meets every Wednesday at 7 p.m. at O'Connor Bowl, 1401 O'Connor Dr. Call Kitty Sword at 416-759-8319.

ADULT ENGLISH CLASSES for beginner and intermediate students, William Burgess School, 100 Torrens Ave., Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon. Drop-ins welcome during these hours to observe a class.

RAFFLE TO SUPPORT True Davidson Meals on Wheels. Chance to win 16 prizes worth over $1,800. Tickets $2 each or three for $5. Draw to be held Nov. 15. Visit www.tdmow.ca or call 416-752-9667.

Ongoing

SCRAPBOOKING CLUB AT Don Mills United Church, 126 O'Connor Dr. Organize your pictures while making friends every Thursday afternoon from 1 to 3 p.m. All welcome. Call 416-425-4951.

DROP-IN BRIDGE CLUB, Trace Manes Centennial Building, 110 Rumsey Rd., 1 to 3:30 p.m. Thursdays, refreshments. Call Kay at 416-481-2982.

BRICK WORKS FARMERS Market on Saturdays, more than 30 local farmers and organic food producers. Runs until Dec. 13 at 550 Bayview Ave., 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free shuttle bus from Broadview Station.

SENIORS EUCHRE DAY, East York Seniors Club, Cedarvale Branch, Stan Wadlow Clubhouse, 373 Cedarvale Ave., Wednesdays beginning at 1 p.m.

HOME OWNERSHIP FOR low-income families, Habitat for Humanity Toronto hosts an information session on the first and third Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m., 1627 Danforth Ave. To register, call 416-755-7353, ext. 490 or e-mail families@torontohabitat.on.ca.

MINI COMPUTER SESSIONS, Riverdale Library, 370 Broadview Ave. Learn how to use a mouse, search the Internet, register for free e-mail and more. Classes also available in Cantonese and Mandarin. Call 416-393-7720 for dates and times.

DROP-IN BRIDGE, euchre, Stan Wadlow Clubhouse, 373 Cedarvale Ave., Tuesdays from 1 to 3 p.m. Call 416-396-2842.

DROP-IN FITNESS classes every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, Eastminster United Church, 310 Danforth Ave., 9 a.m., mats and hand weights provided, $5 per class to cover rental of space and instructor fee.

THE NORTH LEASIDE Women's group meets Tuesday mornings, Northlea United Church, 125 Brentcliffe Rd., 9:30 to 11 a.m., babysitting provided for newborn to kindergarten.

SATURDAY NIGHT EUCHRE for seniors, 6:30 p.m., East York Community Centre, 1081 Pape Ave. Also, bid euchre on Thursdays at 1 p.m. Call Winnie at 416-423-4910.

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP, Community Care East York, 840 Coxwell Ave. Call Brenda or Philomena at 416-422-2026.

EAST TORONTO LADIES five-pin bowling league, Thursdays, 1 p.m., O'Connor Bowl, 1401 O'Connor Dr. Call Marguerite at 416-751-7599.

SUPPORT OFFERED FOR friends and families of people with Down syndrome. Call 416-291-1052.

CENTRAL CONNECTION ART group meets Mondays at Withrow Park's clubhouse, Danforth and Logan avenues. Pay-as-you-go. Visit www.centralconnection.ca.

ALL ADDICTIONS ANONYMOUS for people who have any type of compulsive behaviour. Visit www.alladdictionsanonymous.com or call 416-468-8603.

NEWCOMER OUTREACH PROGRAM by Toronto Police helps new immigrants learn about the role police play in Canadian society and services provided by police. Call 416-808-7070 or visit www.torontopolice.on.ca and click the newcomer outreach link.

TORONTO-DANFORTH ONTARIO Early Years Centres for parents and caregivers of children newborn to six years old, 1102 Broadview Ave., north of Mortimer Avenue with five satellite sites. Visit www.ontarioearlyyears.ca or call 416-425-3636.

NAR-ANON FAMILY weekly group meetings for people affected by someone's drug use. Visit www.naranonontario.com or call the helpline at 416-239-0096.

COMMUNITY COMPUTER CAFE offers free Internet service, faxing and photocopying services and computer courseware training, 2444 Danforth Ave., Monday to Friday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 416-686-7375.

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

HOME SECURITY AUDIT by officers of 55 Division available. Call Const. Rob McDonald, crime prevention officer, at 416-808-5579.

LA LECHE LEAGUE Canada, Riverdale chapter, 7 p.m., meets every third Wednesday, 715B Danforth Ave. Call Diane at 416-463-4502.

REGISTER FOR SEPARATED Anonymous, which meets Tuesdays. Call 416-283-3305.

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