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Saturday Nov. 8
Ebenezer United Church, 12274 Guelph Line, holds a roast beef dinner and silent auction from 4:45 to 7:30 p. m. The cost is $15, or $7.50 for students and $5 for kids aged five to 11. Take-out is available, and baked goods and preserves are for sale. Tickets can be purchased at the door or by calling (905) 854-2423.
Grace Anglican Church, 317 Main St., holds its annual Yuletide Fayre from 9 a. m. to 2 p. m. featuring crafts, baked goods, a kids’ corner, a raffle, lunch and more. For more information, call (905) 878-2411.
The Women’s Centre, suite 229 in Hopedale Mall, 1515 Rebecca St. in Oakville, holds its ‘ Blossom and Flourish — A Creative Journey’ workshop from 1 to 3 p. m. Participants create a collage integrating images and nature. The cost is $15. To register, call (905) 847-5520.
The Salvation Army Khi Community holds its Run/Walk Club, with a long run at 8 a. m. and a short run/walk at 8:45 a. m. Residents are invited to make friends and run local routes. For more information, e-mail diana@khicommunity.com or visit www.khicommunity.com for routes and run times.
Monday Nov. 10
Milton District Hospital holds a one-on-one breastfeeding clinic with a certified lactation consultant from 1:30 to 3 p. m. For more information or to make an appointment, call Jill Hicks at (905) 878-2383, ext. 7610.
The Salvation Army Khi Community, 100 Nipissing Rd., unit 3, holds its Volunteer Night from 7 to 9 p. m. Students are welcome. Mid-week volunteer opportunities are also available. For more information, call rob@khicommunity.com or visit www.khicommunity.com .
Tuesday Nov. 11
The Burloak-Hamilton chapter of the Tourette Syndrome Association of Ontario meets at 7:30 p. m. at Knox Presbyterian Church, 461 Elizabeth St., in Burlington. Parents, caregivers and teachers are welcome. For more information, call Lydia at (905) 634-6279 or Brenda at (905) 844-2357.
The Peel North branch of the Retired Women Teachers of Ontario meets at 10:30 a. m. at the Canadian German Club’s Hansa Haus, 6650 Hurontario St., for the penta branch meeting. It features Dale O’Hara speaking about the florist industry. All retired women teachers are welcome. For more information, call Karin at (905) 796-2146.
The Women’s Centre, suite 229 in Hopedale Mall, 1515 Rebecca St. in Oakville, holds its meditation session from 9 to 10 a. m. For more information, call (905) 847-5520.
The Milton Toastmasters Club meets at 7:30 p. m. at the Milton branch of the Royal Canadian Legion, 21 Charles St., in the upper hall. Everyone’s welcome. For more information, call Patricia at (905) 878-6682.
Help for Parents, a Halton parent support group, meets in the evening in the basement of St. Elizabeth’s Church, 5324 Bromley Rd., in Burlington. This nondenominational self-support group helps parents of children who are in trouble at home, at school or with the law or who are abusive or taking drugs. The group is a member of the Association of Parent Support Groups in Ontario. For more information, call 1-800-488-5666 or visit www.apsgo.ca .
Calling New Parents, a free drop-in program for parents and babies aged six months and younger, meets with a public health nurse to discuss parenting and infant care. The group meets at the Ontario Early Years Centre at 410 Bronte St. from 1:30 to 3:30 p. m. For more information, call (905) 825-6000, ext. 7299.
Milton District Hospital holds a one-on-one breastfeeding clinic with a certified lactation consultant from 9:30 to 11:30 a. m. For more information or to make an appointment, call Jill Hicks at (905) 878-2383, ext. 7610.
Sexual Assault and Violence Intervention Services (SAVIS) of Halton holds its weekly Hispanic Women’s Group from 1 to 4 p. m. at Appleby United Church, 4407 Spruce Ave., Burlington. It’s a confidential, open group for women and children. For more information, call (905) 825-3622.
The Salvation Army Khi Community, 100 Nipissing Rd., unit 3, holds its free, drop-in Busy Hands Creative Minds group from 9:30 to 11 a. m. for parents and their tots (newborn to five). Enjoy crafts, songs and games with your child, as well as a chance to connect with other families. It also holds its weekly Scrapbooking Group from 7:30 to 9:30 p. m. to work on personal projects. Some basic start-up supplies are provided. For more information, visit www.khicommunity.com .
The Milton Seniors’ Activity Centre, 500 Childs Dr., holds bingo at 1:30 p. m., Downsizers Weight Loss Club at 10 a. m. and Scrabble from 1:30 to 3 p. m. The cost for each activity is $2 for members and $4 for non-members. Evening Bid Euchre takes place at 7:30 p. m. for $2.50. For more information, call (905) 875-1681.
Wednesday Nov. 12
Milton District Hospital holds a one-on-one breastfeeding clinic with a certified lactation consultant from 1:30 to 3 p. m. For more information or to make an appointment, call Jill Hicks at (905) 878-2383, ext. 7610.
The Deck drop-in centre, 200 Main St. E. (rear entrance), invites students from grades 6 to 12 to stop by between 2:45 and 6 p. m. to play a game of pool or just hang out. For more information, visit www.thedeckmilton.com .
Southside Community Church, 2850 Derry Rd., continues its 12-session Alpha course from 6 to 8:15 p. m. starting with a free meal, then a video and discussion. Childcare is provided. The course is an opportunity to explore the meaning of life in a relaxed, friendly setting. For more information, call Brian or April Ruxton at (905) 864-1824, e-mail aruxton@msn.com or visit www.alphacanada.org .
The Halton Women’s Centre in Hopedale Mall, 1515 Rebecca St., Suite 229 in Oakville, holds a separation and divorce support group weekly from 7 to 9 p. m. The cost is $40. It also holds its free Abuse Support Group from 5:30 to 7:30 p. m. To register for either program, call (905) 847-5520.
The Salvation Army Khi Community, 100 Nipissing Rd., unit 3, holds free weekly conversational English classes from 10:30 a. m. to noon, led by a certified ESL teacher. Starting at a beginner level, the class learns through games, activities and discussions.
ADAPT holds its Concurrent Disorder Family Education Day for people with a loved one dealing with a mental health issue and a substance use problem. It takes place from 9 a. m. to 4:30 p. m. at the North Halton Mental Health Clinic, 217 Main St. E. For more information or to register, call Kim at (905) 693-4257 or Kimberly at (905) 691-2878.
The Milton Seniors’ Activity Centre, 500 Childs Dr., holds contract bridge at 9:15 a. m. and Mexican train dominoes from 1:30 to 4 p. m. The cost for each activity is $2 for members and $4 for nonmembers. A free emergency preparedness seminar by the Red Cross is held at 12:45 p. m., discussing how to identify and react quickly to emergency situations. Call (905) 875-1681 to sign up. The centre’s Weekly Lunch Counter, featuring a hot meal for $6, is also held. Sign up at the reception desk or phone in your order in advance at the above number. Evening Euchre takes place at 7:30 p. m. The cost is $2.50. And drop-in volleyball is held at the Milton Leisure Centre from 1:30 to 2:30 p. m. at a cost of $3.50. For more information, call (905) 878-7946.

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