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Wednesday March 1 2006

'Making Faces' at Visual Arts Brampton - Artway at Shoppers World
An exhibition of portraits, 'Making Faces' features a diverse group of subjects and styles, all representing the human form. Young, old. Male, female. Runs February 24th to March 31st, 2006.

Visual Arts Brampton - Artway at Shoppers World. Artway is a community exhibit space for all artists in the area to exhibit, young, old, amateur or professional. It encourages our artists to keep creative and continue to create new pieces for display. This practice enhances their abilities, making them stronger artists in many areas and fields of their practice, from portraits to still lifes, painting to drawing. Artway is celebrating its first year at Shoppers World Brampton, as it head into its eighth season overall. Admission to the public is free, and there is no fee to exhibit.
Url: www.visualartsbrampton.com/artway.htm

Blood Donor Clinics in Brampton
Every minute of every day, someone in Canada needs blood. That someone could be a loved one, a friend, a co-worker – or even you.

In Canada, roughly 137,000 people are diagnosed with cancer every year. We all know that cancer patients often need blood or blood products to survive their treatments.

The number of transplants has increased steadily from 16 per one million Canadians in 1981 to 59 per one million Canadians in 2000. This includes kidney, liver, pancreas, heart, lung and bowel transplants – all of which are lengthy procedures requiring significant amounts of blood.

The number of total hip replacements done in Canada during the same period increased by just under 20 per cent.

As you can see, the need for blood and blood products is rapidly rising—and we need to increase the percentage of eligible Canadians who donate blood.

Dates, Locations & Times:

2006-03-01 Brampton, ON
BRAMALEA LION'S COMMUNITY HALL
45 AVONDALE BLVD.
Main Hall
15:30 - 20:00

2006-03-02 Brampton, ON
LOAFERS LAKE RECREATION CENTRE
30 LOAFERS LAKE LANE
Main Hall
14:00 - 19:30

2006-03-04 Brampton, ON
SHOPPERS WORLD, BRAMPTON - STAPLES COURT
499 MAIN STREET SOUTH
10:00 - 15:00

2006-03-18 Brampton, ON
CHINGUACOUSY WELLNESS CENTRE
995 PETER ROBERTSON BLVD.
Meeting Room
10:00 - 14:00

2006-03-20 Brampton, ON
BRAMALEA BAPTIST CHURCH - FOYER
9050 DIXIE ROAD
14:00 - 20:00

2006-03-21 Brampton, ON
ST. MARY'S ROMAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL
66 MAIN STREET SOUTH
School Gym
14:30 - 19:30

2006-03-25 Brampton, ON
MASONIC CORPORATION
955 CLARK BLVD.,
Large and Small Hall
12:00 - 16:00

2006-03-30 Brampton, ON
NOTRE DAME SECONDARY SCHOOL - GYM C
2 NOTRE DAME AVENUE
Gymnasium
10:00 - 14:00

Contact : 1-888-2-DONATE (1-888-236-6283)
Url: www.bloodservices.ca/centreapps/clinics/InetClinics.nsf/CVSE?OpenForm

Brampton Motorcycle Association Meeting
Club meetings are held the first Wednesday of every month at the Snelgrove Community Centre, on the west side of Hwy 10, just south of Mayfield Rd at 7:30 PM.

Contact : Peter Ryk at(905) 939-6009
Email : pryk@the-bma.org
Url: the-bma.org/

Brampton Thunder, National Women’s Hockey League - Home Game
Brampton Thunder 2005/2006 Game Schedule. Tickets available at the gate for just $8.

Saturday, January 7, 2006 - 7:30PM Brampton Thunder vs. Oakville Ice (Powerade Centre - Brampton Centre)

Friday, January 13, 2006 - 7:30PM Brampton Thunder vs. Oakville Ice (Mold Masters Sportsplex - Georgetown)

Saturday, January 28, 2006 - 7:30PM Brampton Thunder vs. Toronto Aeros (Powerade Centre - Brampton Centre)

Wednesday, February 8, 2006 - 7:30PM Brampton Thunder vs. Durham Lighning (Powerade Centre - Brampton Centre)

Saturday, February 11, 2006 - 3:00PM Brampton Thunder vs. Quebec Avalanche (Alder Street
Recreation Centre)

Saturday, February 18, 2006 - 7:30PM Brampton Thunder vs. Toronto Aeros (Powerade Centre - Brampton Centre)

Wednesday, March 1, 2006 - 7:30PM Brampton Thunder vs. Oakville Ice (Powerade Centre - Brampton Centre)

Saturday, March 4, 2006 - 7:30PM Brampton Thunder vs. Ottawa Raiders Powerade Centre (Brampton Centre)

Url: www.bramptonthunder.com

Breast Cancer Support Group
Brampton Breast Cancer Support meets at 7:30 p.m. at the Canadian Cancer Society Offices, 201 County Court Blvd., Suite 602, Brampton. They offer friendship, support and interesting discussions to women diagnosed with breast cancer. The location is wheelchair accessible. No registration or fees.
Contact : For more information, call 905-451-4460.
Email : brampton@ontario.cancer.ca
Url: www.cancer.ca/ccs/internet/standard/0,3182,3543_323791__langId-en,00.html

Employers Invited to Participate in Job Fair at Brampton Library
Due to the overwhelming success of Brampton Library’s first-ever Job Fair held last spring, the Library is once again inviting employers to connect with potential employees by taking part in its second annual Job Fair.

This notable event will take place Thursday, May 4, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. and is ideally located in the Auditorium at the Four Corners Branch at 65 Queen Street East – home of the library’s Employment Resource Centre (ERC), which services an average of 75 job seekers each day.

The library will be actively promoting this event to all ERC clients, and to other job seekers throughout the community, right up until the event. As well, the promotion of job search seminars to be hosted on the second floor of the library is expected to draw an even larger crowd of potential employees for participating businesses.

In addition to promoting employment opportunities, registered employers can meet skilled and motivated people seeking employment and receive résumés on the spot. This event is a great vehicle to advertise current and future employment opportunities, and to access talented people interested in joining your team.
Contact : For more information, or to reserve one of a limited number of tables for just $150 each, please call (905) 793-4636 and ask for Surita Dey at ext. 4354, or send an e-mail to sdey@bramlib.on.ca.
Email : sdey@bramlib.on.ca
Url: www.bramlib.on.ca/media_releases/job_fair_may06.pdf

Fibromyalgia Support Group Meeting
Brampton Fibromyalgia Support Group is having their regular support group meeting on Wednesday March 1st at the Region of Peel Building, 10 Peel Centre Dr. in the Peel room at 7:00 p.m. Guest speaker is Richard Bogoroch, who will be discussing long term disability claims and what is new in the legal field with regards to claims. The seminar will be followed with a question and answer period.
Contact : For more information, call Carol at 905-873-2952 (evening) or Marianne at 905-791-2032 or e-mail fibrosupport@rogers.com or fibrosupport@sympatico.ca.
Email : fibrosupport@sympatico.ca
Url: peel.cioc.ca/Details.asp?RSN=16930&Number=30

Mission Employable! Conference - Employers Invited to Participate
Dear Employer,

Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board, Peel District School Board, The Learning Partnership’s Passport to Prosperity program and the Carpenter’s Local 27 are partnering to host the 3rd annual Mission Employable! Conference to be held May 10 and 11 of 2006. Last year’s conference was a great success and as a result, this year’s event has expanded to two days involving both school boards and up to 600 participants!

What is Mission Employable?
Mission Employable is aimed specifically at Grade 12 students entering the world of work this spring and summer. The primary purpose is to connect Grade 12 students with prospective employers.

Why would my company be interested in hiring a recent secondary school graduate?
Students who enter the workforce directly from secondary school statistically stay in their communities for most of their lives. They bring energy and enthusiasm to the workplace and will assist your company in developing a skilled workforce at a time when our demographics indicate an aging population.

Employers will have an opportunity to interview and hire entry-level employees and to provide recruitment and career information about their industry sector.

Registration Information
There is a registration fee of $100 dollars for the two days, which will include breakfast and lunch each day, and one presentation table. In addition, we invite employers to help further celebrate this event by donating door prizes for the numerous draws that will be held throughout the conference. Kindly refer to the registration form below for further details.
For more information, please contact Michelle Ouellette, Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board at 905-890-0708, extension 24524 or check the web at http://w3.dpcdsb.org/missionemp

We eagerly look forward to your response and participation in this year’s Mission Employable! Conference.

Sincerely,
The Mission Employable! Committee
Contact : For more information, please contact Michelle Ouellette, Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board at 905-890-0708, extension 24524 or check the web at http://w3.dpcdsb.org/missionemp
Url: w3.dpcdsb.org/MissionEmp/Employers/Employers+Registration.htm

Thursday March 2 2006

A Bedful of Foreigners
A Bedful of Foreigners - Presented by: Peel Panto Players. Written By: David Freeman. Directed By: Bob Matthews. Play Dates: March 2,3 & 4, 2006. Show Times: 8:00pm daily. Theatre Venue: Lester B. Pearson Theatre, 150 Central Park Drive, Brampton

Synopsis:

Stanley and Brenda Parker are driving about France on their vacation. When they find themselves in a village near the German border on the eve of a local festival, they consider themselves lucky on finding a hotel room. But this kind of luck, no one would want to endure for long.

In less than an hour - with Brenda absent - Stanley finds himself lowering an attractive girl from his room's window. Confusion turns to chaos with the arrival of Claude Philby, the girl's husband followed by the arrival of Claude's girlfriend, Simone.

By the second hour, almost everybody is in the wrong bed. Figures dressed as nuns and monks rush in and out. Seductions and confrontations run rampant. When the dust settles, a weary and dazed Stanley wishes they had spent their vacation at a nice, quiet English seaside resort.
Contact : For ticket information call (905) 874-2800
Url: www.peelplayers.com/bed.htm

Battalion Targets Attendance Record
NEWS - Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2006

BRAMPTON, Ont. - The Brampton Battalion is on the verge of setting a club attendance record for a second straight season.

The Battalion needs to attract 14,353 fans to its final five home dates of the Ontario Hockey League's regular season to surpass the record 89,465 who attended the 34 home games in 2004-05.

Presale numbers suggest the record will be set with the second-last home game, a March 16 date with the Kingston Frontenacs.

The Troops have drawn 75,113 to 29 home games this season, an average of 2,590 per game. That's 6.5 percent ahead of the total of 70,508 and average of 2,431 per game at the same stage last year.

Group sales have accounted for attendance of 19,589, or 26.1 percent of the total. Group sales are up 39.5 percent over last season's total of 14,043 at the same stage.

The Battalion drew 12,831 to four home games this month, an average of 3,208 per game, the second-best February average in club history after last year, when six February dates averaged 3,354.

A season-high crowd of 4,214 saw the Battalion beat the Ottawa 67's 6-4 Sunday. The previous top single-game attendance was 3,809 on Sept. 23 to see the Barrie Colts in the Troops' season opener.

Those two crowds rank sixth and ninth on the club's list of all-time regular-season attendances. The single-game record is the 4,835 who saw the London Knights on Feb. 17, 2005.

The Battalion hosts the Oshawa Generals at 7:30 p.m. Friday in the first home game in March. The regular season ends with a March 19 home game against the Belleville Bulls.
Url: www.battalionhockey.com/hm/inside.php?sid=4&id=3990

Bedfull of Foreigners
Two couples, a mistress, a monk, a hotel manager and a few nuns all end up in the same bed at one point or another in Peel Players’ latest comedy production, A Bedfull of Foreigners. Written by David Freeman and being adapted by director Bob Matthews - “It’s going to be two hours of funny situations in a mad-capped comedy,” said Matthews, who has directed many plays for PPP. “There’s plenty of crazy special effects like wall clanking leaking radiators in this fast paced humorous play.” Set in a moderately cheap hotel on the French and German border, the hotel is being run by an inept hotel manager named Heinz. An English couple, Brenda and Stanley, who are on a motor holiday, quickly discover they’ll be sharing their room with a couple named Helga and Claude, who are then joined by Claude’s girlfriend Simone.

Contact : Lester B. Pearson Box Office 905-874-2800
Email : interconnexions@rogers.com
Url: www.peelplayers.com

Bowl For Kids Sake
Grab six of your closest friends, family or co-workers and prepare for a wild afternoon or evening of cosmic bowling as we theme this year's event to the Wild, Wild West. Events are scheduled throughout the months of February and March in Brampton, Mississauga and Caledon (Bolton). Check below for the location, date and time that best suits you and your team.

In addition to the glow in the dark bowling, participants are sure to have a good time as competitions, prizes and draws abound. If there is a leader in you just waiting to lead a team then check out the registration information below and follow the basic steps. For those with a competitive spirit check out the "Building Team Spirit" section and learn about our incentive prizes and competitions.

Of course our events could not happen without the support of our sponsors who cover our costs so that pledges and donations are directed towards our children's programs. To learn more about becoming a sponsor check out the sponsorship section or contact Deirdre Morrison-Mohamed at demm@bbbspeel.com

Event Dates and Times at Brunswick Bramalea, Brampton
- Thurs. Mar 2nd 5-7pm
- Sat. Mar 4th 1:30-4:30pm
- Sat. Mar 4th 6-9pm
Contact : To register or for more information, call 905-457-7288 ext. 232. To register online, visit www.bbbspeel.com and click on the Bowl for Kids Sake logo.
Email : demm@bbbspeel.com
Url: www.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca/peel/en/home/Events/BowlForKidsSake/default.aspx

Brampton Writers Workshop Meeting
Writers' group featuring workshops and guest speakers. Meets 1st Thursday of the month, 7:00pm, at Brampton Arts Council, 24A Alexander St, Brampton (Small house at back of parking lot).
Contact : Jennifer Footman
Email : footmanj@sprint.ca

Career Information Seminar
Career Information Seminar - Career as a Clarica advisor in the financial services industry. Date: Thursday March 2, 2006. Time: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm. Location: 195 County Court Blvd. Suite 100, Brampton, ON L6W 4P7
Contact : RSVP by March 1st to Kathleen Prasad at 905-451-6031 ext 223
Email : kathleen.prasad@clarica.com

Free Tax Clinic
Free Tax Clinics at Brampton Library - In cooperation with the Chartered Accountants of Ontario, Brampton Library is once again hosting free Income Tax Clinics for low-income earners. These clinics are scheduled to take place each Thursday evening in March, from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., with the final appointment each night to begin at 8:30 p.m. To be eligible for this service, your annual household income must be less than $15,000 without dependents, and less than $22,500 with dependents.
Contact : For more information or to book an appointment, call Dena Kirkopoulos at (905) 793-4636, ext. 4226.

HERE AND NOW
HERE AND NOW is a support group for women whose mates have been or are incarcerated. Meets 1st, 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, 7:00pm - 9:00pm, in Caledon Room, Scott Funeral Home, 289 Main St N, Brampton. Workshops with guest speakers held 3rd Thursday of the month, 7:00pm - 9:00pm, at Scott Funeral Home. No fees. Not wheelchair accessible.
Contact : Call Michelle at (905) 454-3482 for information.

Introduction to Entrepreneurship
Cost: Free
Time: 9:30 am - 11:00 am
SBEC(Brampton Small Business Enterprise Centre)
33 Queen Street, West Brampton L6Y 1L9
An overview of what it takes to operate a business. In this one and a half hour seminar we look at you as the entrepreneur, as well as what it takes to own and operate a business in Ontario. Receommended for those who are considering starting a small business.
Contact : Jennifer Vivian 905-874-3630
Email : jennifer.vivian@brampton.ca
Url: www.brampton-business.com

JR. & SR. Kindergarten Registration for 2006-2007
JR. & SR. Kindergarten Registration for 2006-2007 School Year for children not currently registered in Dufferin-Peel schools - Registration for the 2006-07 school year will be held at all Dufferin-Peel Catholic schools on March 2 (7:00pm-9:00pm) and on March 3 (9:00 am-11:00am and 1:00pm-3:00pm).
Contact : For more details, visit the Kindergarten Registration site.
Url: www.dpcdsb.org/pr/kindergartenregistration200607.html

YMCA Business Leaders Luncheon Series
YMCA Spirit of Giving Campaign for Brampton YMCA.
Jan.19: "Seven Humour Habits for Workplace Wellness, Professional Trainer/speaker Paul Huschilt; Mar. 2 : "Power of the Pen" certified handwriting analyst- Elaine Charel, Apr 6: "Sandy Hawley" -the brillant jockey - Sandy Hawley; May 4 "Managing the Big Fat Changes at Work" - executive coach/author - Peggy Grall
Contact : Location: Brampton YMCA - 20 Union Street - Brampon. $35/luncheon 4/$100 Table 8 $240/luncheon. 11:30 to 1:30 pm. Contact Janette Waud 905-451-9622 X 716.
Url: jeanette.wau@ymca.net

Friday March 3 2006

2nd Annual PHRN FAIR
2nd Annual PHRN FAIR - March 3, 2006 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at CENTURY GARDENS, 340 Vodden St. East, Brampton. REGISTRATION FEE: $50 (Includes lunch, snacks and coffee). This is a wheelchair accessible event.

FAIR DETAILS Last year’s Fair had such a great response; we decided to do it again!! This year we picked topics that you wanted to hear about. What is Harm Reduction? Harm Reduction is “a policy of program health, social and economic consequences of substance use, for both the user and the community in general, without requiring abstinence from substance use”. (Dr. Diane Riley, Senior Policy Analyst, Canadian Centre on Substance Abuse) The mission of LEAP is to reduce the multitude of unintended harmful consequences resulting from fighting the war on drugs and to lessen the incidence of death, disease, crime, and addiction by ultimately ending drug prohibition.
Contact : If you have questions contact us at: Phone: 905-791-7800 x 6874 or send an Email to phrn@peelharmreduction.com.
Email : phrn@peelharmreduction.com
Url: www.peelharmreduction.com/CALENDAR/documents/websiteform.pdf

Brampton Battalion, Ontario Hockey League: Home Game
Home Game: Sudbury Wolves
Sunday, Jan. 8, 2006 at 2:00 pm

Home Game: Kitchener Rangers
Thursday, Jan. 12, 2006 at 7:30 pm

Home Game: Barrie Colts
Sunday, Jan. 15, 2006 at 2:00 pm

Home Game: Mississauga IceDogs
Thursday, Jan. 19, 2006 at 7:30 pm

Home Game: Erie Otters
Sunday, Jan. 22, 2006 at 2:00 pm

Home Game: Peterborough Petes
Sunday, Jan. 29, 2006 at 7:00 pm

Home Game: Sudbury Wolves
Sunday, Feb. 5, 2006 at 2:00 pm

Home Game: Toronto St. Michael's Majors
Friday, Feb. 10, 2006 at 7:30 pm

Home Game: Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds
Sunday, Feb. 12, 2006 at 2:00 pm

Home Game: Ottawa 67's
Sunday, Feb. 26, 2006 at 2:00 pm

Home Game: Oshawa Generals
Friday, March 3, 2006 at 7:30 pm

Home Game: Mississauga IceDogs
Sunday, March 5, 2006 at 2:00 pm

Home Game: Peterborough Petes
Sunday, March 12, 2006 at 2:00 pm

Home Game: Kingston Frontenacs
Thursday, March 16, 2006 at 7:30 pm

Home Game: Belleville Bulls
Sunday, March 19, 2006 at 2:00 pm

Contact : Season tickets are available by calling Sarah Watson at (905) 874-2393
Email : info@battalionhockey.com
Url: www.battalionhockey.com/hm/calendar.php?cal_id=1

British Isles Show
The British Isles Show at the Queen Elizabeth Building, Exhibition Place, Toronto - March 3rd, 4th & 5th. All day live entertainment on stage. Marching bands, Irish & Scottish dancers and a large display of consumer products from the U.K. to purchase. Visit web page for more information - www.britishislesshowcanada.com

The Coronation Street guest is Shobna Gulati she plays Sunita Alahan.

Contact : B. Martin Promotions at 905-454-0607
Email : bmartinpromotions@on.aibn.com
Url: www.britishislesshowcanada.com

Career Coach
Career Coach is Career Coach is a mobile project made possible through a partnership between: Human Resources and Skills Development Canada, and Citizenship and Immigration Canada. Career Coach is coordinated by the Centre for Education and Training.

The mobile unit travels to various locations throughout the region of Peel and Halton providing career counseling and job search assistance to youth at risk between the ages of 16-30 and to newcomers to Canada. We will be visiting malls, entertainment centres, recreation centres, libraries, and community agencies.

Our mandate is to ensure individuals in under served areas receive access to employment related services. Our office is a 37 foot mobile, equipped with 5 laptop computers loaded with the Microsoft bundle, and connected to a network printer: perfect for writing résumés and cover letters. Our mobile computer lab is also connected to the Internet via satellite.

Date: Friday, February 24, 2006 to Friday, April 14, 2006

Location: Trinity Common Mall, 10-200 Great Lakes Drive, Brampton (Main intersection is Bovaird and Hwy 410 in front of A&P Grocery by the Bus Terminal)

Url: www.tcet.com/careercoach/default.aspx?sel=q1&cat=career

Garnet Rogers In Concert
Garnet Rogers, legendary folk musician, in concert,Friday March 3, 2006, 7:30 p.m., at Claude Presbyterian Church, 15175 Hurontario St., 3 km north of King Road. A Fundraiser for this designated Heritage building. Tickets $15 advance/$20 at the door.Please bring a contribution to the food bank.
Contact : Contact: Randy Benson 905 838 3512
Email : wjeg@3web.net
Url: www.claudechurch.com

The Amazing Kreskin at Heritage Theatre
The Amazing Kreskin at Heritage Theatre

Performances:
Friday, March 03, 2006 - 8:00 pm

With a showman's flair, a comedian's wit, and capacities that only a bona fide mentalist can possess and profess, the Amazing Kreskin has, for over four decades, dramatized the unique facets of the human mind. He is considered by many to be the Nostradamus of the 21st century. Audiences of all ages and all generations are drawn to this icon.

Contact : Please call the Box Office at 905-874-2800 for more information.
Url: www.brampton.com/heritagetheatre/calendar.php?op=day&da=3&mo=3&ye=2006

Saturday March 4 2006

'Junior' Garden Club Meeting
Chinguacousy Junior Garden Club meets the first Saturday of the month from September to June from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Emmanuel United Church, 420 Balmoral Dr. (west of Bramalea Road) in Brampton. New members welcome.
Contact : For information, contact Martha at 905-453-0540 or Theresa at 905-789-5449.

Book Ends Mixed Bonspiel Fundraiser
Get ready to support Brampton Library by participating in its 7th Annual Book Ends Mixed Bonspiel Fundraiser set for Saturday, March 4, at the Chinguacousy Curling Club. Registration is just $55 person, $110 couple or $220 team and includes breakfast, lunch, dinner and 2 draws of 3 six-end games. As well, there will be prizes for all participants, a silent auction and more.
Contact : For more information, or to register, please call Elaine Coish at (905) 793-INFO (4636), ext. 4320.
Url: www.bramlib.on.ca

Brampton Library Annual Writing Contest
Call for Submissions for Brampton Library Annual Writing Contest for Grades 1-12. Deadline for submissions is Friday March 24, 2006. Information and entry form is available on the Brampton Library website.
Url: www.bramlib.on.ca/

Gardening as a Hobby
“GARDENING AS A HOBBY” – FOUR WORKSHOPS
Presented by The Brampton Horticultural Society
SATURDAY, February 4th, March 4th, April 1st and May 6th 2006
at Central Public School, 24 Alexander Street, Brampton
Time: 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
For more information: Call Jim @ 905-459-6518 or visit our website at www.geocities.com/Bramhort/

GET LOUD: Brampton's Next Singing Sensation
The Brampton Theatre School is currently holding AUDITIONS for our upcoming vocal talent competition.

We are looking to promote the AMAZING vocal talent in the Brampton community! Ages 13-30.

Dates: February 25th, 26th and March 4th and 5th.

Prepare one ballad and one up tempo song to sing A Capella. The winner of the final competition will receive recording time at TIAN STUDIOS www.tianstudio.ca

There will be an Admin. fee of $10.00 payable by CASH upon audition.
Contact : For more information or an audition time call (905)450-7007 or e-mail getloudbrampton@hotmail.com or visit us at www.bramptontheatreschool.com
Email : getloudbrampton@hotmail.com
Url: www.bramtpontheatreschool.com

How Separation Affects Children and What Parents Can Do - Workshop
Separating?
Are you a parent? A

Attend the "How Separation Affects Children and What Parents Can Do" half day workshop.

Dates: January 7, January 21, February 4, February 18, March 4, March 25, 2006.

Sessions held in Brampton and Mississauga. Presented by Family Services of Peel in cooperation with The Peel Family Mediation and Parent Education Program. Supported by the Ontario Trillium Foundation.
Contact : Call now to register: 905-456-4700 ext. 5662
Url: www.fspeel.org/default.htm

Youth Drop-In Programs
Youth Drop-In Programs. $1.00 a visit. Have nothing to do on the weekend? Come hang with friends, play games, listen to tunes, do homework
all in a safe environment.

Friday Evenings: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm • Ages: 10-14 years at Century Gardens Recreation Centre, Craft Room

Saturday Mornings: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm • Ages: 6-10 years at Chris Gibson Recreation Centre, Youth Room

Saturday Evenings: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm • Ages: 10-14 years at Chris Gibson Recreation Centre, Youth Room

Please see the posted schedule at the locations for cancellation dates. Programs are cancelled Easter Weekend and Victoria Day Weekend.
Contact : Call Tammy at 905-874-2324 for more information.
Url: www.city.brampton.on.ca/parks&rec/catalogue/youth.tml

Sunday March 5 2006

LEARN HOW THE MARKET WORKS!
Our four full-day training sessions will train you in the use of Technical Analysis tools that will provide the knowledge to understand how the Financial Markets work. With this knowledge you will be provided a foundation from which to improve your trading and with money management techniques to reduce losses. We will be covering 24 concepts of the body of knowledge required for Level I of the Chartered Market Technician (CMT)SM program. So whether you are going for accreditation or just to improve your investment knowledge and skill this course provides you with the same knowledge used by many professionals in the Financial Industry.

Some of the High points of the Workshops are:

- Chart Interpretation
- Cycles and their importance
- Elliott Wave Basics
- Candlestick Patterns

Register now for our 4 Full-day Technical Analysis Workshop.

Enjoy lunch on us.

Where: The Monte Carlo Inns Toronto-Brampton Suites; Airport Road & Hwy 7

When: March 5th, 12th, 19th and 26th, 2006

Time: 09:00 am to 5:30 pm

Book early limited seating

GROW YOUR MONEY

Contact : Register at www.jeyassociates.com or call 905-450-6102.
Url: www.jeyassociates.com/TechAnalysisCourse.htm

Monday March 6 2006

Brampton Health Coalition Meeting
The next meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Monday, March 6th at the Brampton-Mississauga and District Labour Council, 969 Derry Rd. E. (Enter from Gana Court off Tomken Road, north of Derry Road). The public is welcome to attend. They will be having a LHIN update and information on the OHC Hamilton referendum, as well as conducting regular business.
Contact : For more information, call 905-451-0243.
Url: peel.cioc.ca/details.asp?RSN=16765&Number=64

Four Corners: Employment Resource Centre
Find all of the resources you need to conduct an effective job search at the Four Corners Employment Resource Centre. All services and workshops are provided FREE of charge!

The Centre features:
- Employment Resource Specialists to personally assist you with all your job search needs. Phone (905) 793-4636, ext 2-1352 to book an appointment

- A collection of books, brochures, videos, newspapers, business directories and more

- Workshops that teach you the skills that are required for a successful job search. Workshops are offered on a variety of topics throughout the year.

- Computers for résumé and cover letter preparation. All of the computers in the centre offer internet access, MS Office XP and WinWay, an easy-to use résumé building program. You may also use our computers to :
-access the Internet for job postings
-email résumés to prospective employers
-complete online applications
-print copies of your résumé

- Scanner available to scan your job search documents.

- Fax machines to send résumés to prospective employers

- Video viewing station for watching employment related videos

- Client phone for responding to job leads
Contact : If you would like to attend a workshop, please visit the Employment Resource Centre, fill in our email form or call (905) 793-4636 ext. 2-1352
Url: fcerc.bramlib.on.ca/

FREE Tax Clinics For Seniors
FREE Tax Clinics For Seniors

Where: Knightsbridge Senior Citizens Centre, 1A Knightsbridge Road, Brampton.

Dates: March 6, 13, 20 and 27, 2006

Time: 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (30 minutes per person or couple)

Do you qualify?

Without dependents:Total income per household must be less than $15,000

With dependents:Total income per household must be less than $22,500
Contact : If you qualify... To make an appointment, call Knightsbridge Centre at 905-792-7422

Schizophrenia Society - BRAMPTON Chapter Monthly Meeting
Monday, March 6th at 7:30 p.m. at PAR North, 250 Clarence Street, Unit 5, Brampton. Guest Speaker: A representative from ODSP (Ontario Disability Support Program). Topic: Services that are currently available (plus video).

Contact : Please contact us at 905-876-1647 / mkim@schizophrenia.on.ca if you would like more information.
Email : mkim@schizophrenia.on.ca
Url: www.schizophrenia.on.ca/?q=node/331

Take Off and Keep Off Pounds Sensibly - Day Time Meeting
Take Off and Keep Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS®) is a non-profit international family of all ages, sizes, and shapes from all walks of life. Dedicated to helping each other Take Off and Keep Off Pounds Sensibly. We offer fellowship while you change to a healthier, new lifestyle and learn to maintain it.

DAY TIME CHAPTER
69 Fallingdale Cres, Brampton (member’s residence)
MON: 1:00/1:15 PM (weigh-in/meeting time)

***CHILDREN ARE WELCOME TO OUR DAY TIME CHAPTER***

Mom’s please feel free to bring your pre-schoolers to this meeting!

Contact : For more information contact Diane Lancaster at 905-459-2363 or 1-800-932-8677
Email : dilancaster@sympatico.ca
Url: www.tops.org

Tuesday March 7 2006

Alzheimer Society of Peel - Family Support Groups
The Alzheimer Society of Peel offers Family Support Groups for caregivers and families. Groups are held in both Mississauga and Brampton, and are available both daytime and evening.

Brampton: Dates and Time

Tuesday Afternoons - 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm
- January 10 & 24, 2006
- February 07 & 21, 2006
- March 07 & 21, 2006
- April 25, 2006
- May 09 & 23, 2006
- June 06 & 20, 2006
- July 04, 2006

Wednesday Evenings - 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
- January 25, 2006
- February 22, 2006
- March 22, 2006
- April 26, 2006
- May 24, 2006
- June 21, 2006

Contact : Alzheimer Society Peel, 150 East Drive, Brampton, ON, L6T 1C1. Phone: (905) 792-1319
Url: www.alzheimerpeel.com/familyservices/schedule.html

Family Law Information Session
If you are experiencing a separation or divorce and would like to gather information so that you can make informed choices this FREE 2 hour session may be of help to you.

Dates:
January 10, January 26, February 7, February 23, March 7, March 23, 2006 from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Presented by the Peel Family Mediation and Parent Education Program Supported by the Ontario Trillium Foundation.

Sessions held in Brampton and Mississauga
Location provided upon registration.

Contact : To register, please call 905 456 4700 ext. 5662

Networking 101
Cost: FREE
Date: Tuesday, March 07, 2006
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Location: Brampton Library, Chinguacousy Branch, 150 Central Park Drive.
Contact : All Workshops are FREE Call 905-793-4636 to register or visit any library branch www.bramlib.on.ca
Url: www.bramlib.on.ca

Newcomer Information Centre: Information Sessions in Brampton
Upcoming March information sessions:
- Immigration Issues (March 7th)
- Internationally TrainedTeachers by OCT (March 15th)
- OACETT Seminar (March 15th)
- Personal Income Tax Info Session (March 16)
- Accounting Management Professionals by CMA (March 22nd)
- Employment Search (March 23rd)

Location:
Brampton Civic Centre
150 Central Park Drive, Suite 200
Brampton, Ontario
L6T 1B4
Contact : For registration please contact Mahmuda at: 905-791-6700 ext. 201
Url: www.tcet.com/nic/infoSessions/march.pdf

North West Brampton Community Development Association Meeting
The North West Brampton Community Development Association is holding a meeting on Tuesday, March 7th from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Loafer's Lake Recreation Centre, 30 Loafer's Lake Lane (Off Conestoga Drive, north of Sandalwood Parkway). All residents from the areas of Ward 2 and Ward 6 are invited to attend (Click on link for Ward information). City Councillor John Hutton and Regional Councillor Paul Palechi will also be attending. This is an opportunity for residents to talk to their elected officials about concerns and topics of interest.
Url: www.city.brampton.on.ca/mayorcouncil/home.tml

Sheridan to Host National College Basketball Championships
Brampton , Ontario : The Canadian Colleges Athletic Association’s 2005-06 Men’s National Basketball Championships, featuring the top college basketball teams in Canada , will take place March 16-18 at Sheridan College ’s Davis Campus in Brampton , Ontario .

“We are proud to be hosting the premier sporting event for Canadian colleges,” says Robert Turner, Sheridan’s President and CEO. “Although the final team match-ups won’t be decided until the provincial championships conclude in early March, basketball fans can be sure of witnessing an exciting and intense competition.”

Sheridan is pleased to welcome PCL Constructors Canada Inc. as Title Sponsor of the C.C.A.A.’s Men’s National Basketball Championships. “We are proud to play our part in supporting this tournament and these young athletes from across the country. We wish them all the best of luck,” says Brad Nelson, President, PCL Constructors Canada Inc., Central and Eastern Region.

With this sponsorship, PCL continues its support of Canadian athletes. Last year, PCL raised more than $200,000 in support of Canadian Commonwealth Games athletes. The PCL family of companies, which celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2006, is the largest general contracting organization in Canada and one of the largest in the United States , with an annual volume approaching $4 billion.

Sheridan is also proud to acknowledge the following tournament sponsors: New Balance Canada , Campus Living Centres, Belair Direct Insurance, Brick Beer, Coca-Cola, Double-Blue Basketball, Mississauga ’s Best Western Admiral, McLean Sherwood, Nappy's and Fenix Design Studios.

For more information on the Men’s Basketball National Championships, visit www.2006nationals.ca, or contact: Brian Laundry, Tournament Coordinator at (905) 399-1101 or email: brianlaundry@hotmail.com

For more information about PCL, contact: Jennifer Nelson, Communications Coordinator at (905) 803-4510, ext. 2335 or email: jnelson@pcl.com

Contact : For media information, contact: Susan Atkinson at (905) 845-9430, ext. 2096 or email: susan.atkinson@sheridanc.on.ca
Email : susan.atkinson@sheridanc.on.ca
Url: www.2006nationals.ca

Women with Vision!™ Networking Luncheon Peel
Enjoy networking, lunch and a speaker. Topics are designed to motivate, inspire and educate.

SPEAKER: Marcia Barhydt owner of Willowtree Customer Service

TOPIC: 'Turn Your Customers Into Your Sales Force'

DATE: Tuesday, March 7, 2005 (note earlier date!)
TIME: 11:30 am – 1:30 p.m.
COST: $20 cash only at door
LOCATION: Rapini’s Restaurant, 190 Main St S, Brampton

Contact : RSVP: required, womenwithvisionbrampton@hotmail.com or 905-452-7008
Email : womenwithvisionbrampton@hotmail.com

Wednesday March 8 2006

Alzheimer Society of Peel - "Just For You"
"JUST FOR YOU" EARLY SUPPORT GROUPS - A supportive, educational, therapeutic program for those individuals who have been informed and are aware of their diagnosis of Alzheimer Disease or related dementias. The purpose of the group is to maintain support and health of the Alzheimer individual by reducing physical and mental stress. The groups provide experienced, empathetic facilitators; educational videos on topics relating to the disease, followed with a group discussion. "JUST FOR YOU" EARLY SUPPORT GROUP also provides the newly diagnosed person with an opportunity to vent, share coping strategies with others who have also been diagnosed with Alzheimer Disease or related dementia.

Brampton Schedule:
Wednesday Mornings - 1:30p.m. to 3:00p.m.
- January 11 & 25, 2006
- February 08 & 22, 2006
- March 08, 2006
- April 26, 2006
- May 10 & 24, 2006
- June 07 & 21, 2006

Contact : Please call the office for further information about how to attend. Alzheimer Society Peel, 150 East Drive, Brampton, ON, L6T 1C1. Phone: (905) 792-1319
Url: www.alzheimerpeel.com/familyservices/jfuschedule.html

Elder Help-Peel Weekly Social
Elder Help-Peel hosts free weekly social, recreational and educational programs for seniors. Some of the activities include games, exercise, crafts, bus outings, security checks, friendly visiting, information sessions, referral service, supportive counselling, workshops, intergenerational programs and special event celebrations. The sessions run every Wednesday from 1 to 4 p.m. at 24 Alexanader Street, Brampton.
Contact : Call 905-457-6055

Free OPP Drive Wise Seminar
Wednesday March 8, 2006 at 3:00 PM at Village Hall, 5 Dayspring Circle, Brampton, Ontario. Drive Wise is a shopping basket of succinct tips, suggestions and driving strategies, which are, in fact, preventive measures against the most likely causes of collisions and mishaps faced by older Canadians on the road. Senior drivers are the fastest-growing age cluster on today’s roads. Drive Wise is sponsored, in part, by CARP. CARP believes that driver education and prevention will ensure the safety of seniors and preserve their right to drive. CARP also believes that with the growing number of older Canadians on today’s roads, there is an increasing validity and urgency for driver education.
Contact : Please contact Sheila Smith at 905-793-4643 or sheilasmith@sympatico.ca for more details.
Email : jpasternak@primus.ca
Url: www.drivewise.ca

International Women's Day Event
The Peel Committee Against Woman Abuse will be hosting a special event on Wednesday, March 8, 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. to celebrate International Women's Day. Held at the Saga Convention Centre (7180 Edwards Blvd. near Derry and Hwy. 10), the event will include dinner, entertainment, a wellness fair and marketplace. Tickets are $25 each; $15 for seniors/students and can be purchsed by calling 905-282-9792 or email pcawa@pcawa.org. Various sponsorship opportunities are also available.
Contact : 905-282-9792
Email : pcawa@pcawa.org

International Women’s Day
Putting women and women’s rights to equality on the global agenda is the moving force behind International Women’s Day. The idea of a day for women, celebrated all over the world, began at the beginning of this century in America and Europe. The focus was the movement for women’s rights and achieving universal suffrage for women. International Women’s Day really took hold between 1913 and 1917 when women held rallies either to protest the war or to express solidarity with their sisters. In December 1977 the UN General Assembly adopted a resolution proclaiming a United Nations Day for Women’s Rights and International Peace.

Since those early years, much progress has been made for women in developed and developing countries alike: in many countries, provisions guaranteeing the enjoyment of human rights without discrimination on the basis of sex have been included in constitutions; legal literacy and other measures have been introduced to alert women to their rights and to ensure their access to those rights; the world community has identified violence against women as a clear violation of women’s rights; incorporating gender perspectives into regular programmes and policies has become a priority at the United Nations and in many member states.

Although much remains to be done to achieve full equality, the voices of women are being heard. March 8th provides an opportunity to pay tribute to the achievements of women and to highlight the needs and concerns of women on national, regional and global agendas.
Url: www.unac.org/en/news_events/un_days/women1.asp

Memoirs Writing Group Meeting
Memoirs Writing Group welcomes new members. Every life has a story to tell. Leave your descendants an account of your family events. Group meets Wednesdays from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Brampton Library, Four Corners Branch, 65 Queen St. E, Brampton. No fee.
Contact : For information, call Diane at 905-451-8056 or show up.

PHRN SPEAKS on Needle Exchange and Injection Drug Use in Peel.
In 2003 The University of Toronto studied the Peel region and found there to be over 2000 injection drug users living here most injecting medication prescribed by their family doctors.

Please join us on March 8th, 2006 to take a look at Needle Exchange and Injection Drug Use in Peel.

Location: 10 Peel Centre Drive, Mississauga Room

Time: 2 - 4pm

Cost: $5 at the door, receipts will be provided

We will:

Share a brief history of Global Harm Reduction Programs

Provide a PowerPoint overview of the Peel Works Needle Exchange Program, including an eight minute video

Discuss how our program practices Harm Reduction on a daily basis

Contact : Andrea @ phrn@peelharmreduction.com
Email : phrn@peelharmreduction.com
Url: www.peelharmreduction.com

Start-up Financial Plan Workshop
Cost: Free
Time: 9:00am - 11:00am
SBEC(Brampton Small Business Enterprise Centre)
33 Queen Street, West Brampton L6Y 1L9
Are you afraid to tackle the financial section of your business plan? Do phrases like "gross margin" and "profit and loss statement" make you feel squeamish? Unsure how to price your service or estimate your first year's sales? Join our new 2-hour workshop for first time business owners where we take you step-by-step through your start up budget as well as first year cash flow projections and income statement. At the end of the workshop, you'll have a good first draft of your financial plan that you understand!
Contact : Cassandra Baccardax 905-874-2667
Email : cassandra.baccardax@brampton.on
Url: www.brampton-business.com

Take Off and Keep Off Pounds Sensibly - Evening Meeting
TOPS® is a non-profit international family of all ages, sizes, and shapes from all walks of life. Dedicated to helping each other Take Off and Keep Off Pounds Sensibly. We offer fellowship while you change to a healthier, new lifestyle and learn to maintain it.

GRACE UNITED CHURCH
156 MAIN ST N
BRAMPTON, ON L6V 1N9
MON: 6:45/8:00 PM (weigh-in/meeting times)

KNIGHTS BRIDGE SENIOR CENTRE
1A KNIGHTS BRIDGE RD /DART RM
BRAMPTON, ON L6V 2Y6
TUES: 6:30/7:30 PM (weigh-in/meeting times)

CENTRAL PUBLIC SCHOOL *(NEW LOCATION)*
24 ALEXANDER ST, STUDIO C
BRAMPTON, ON
WED: 6:30/7:15 PM (weigh-in/meeting times)

DAY TIME CHAPTER
111 Addington Cres., Brampton (member’s residence)
MON: 1:00/1:15 PM (weigh-in/meeting time)

***CHILDREN ARE WELCOME TO OUR DAY TIME CHAPTER*** Mom’s please feel free to bring your pre-schoolers to this meeting!

Contact : For more information contact Diane Lancaster at 905-459-2363 or 1-800-932-8677
Email : dilancaster@sympatico.ca
Url: www.tops.org

Thursday March 9 2006

Brampton Photo Group Meeting
Group interested in photography and print making (beginner-advanced). Member of the Canadian Association for Photographic Art (CAPA) and Greater Toronto Council of Camera Clubs (GTCCC). Meets alternate Thursday nights, 7:00pm-9:00pm, at Notre Dame Catholic School, Kennedy Rd and Notre Dame, Brampton (N of Bovaird Dr); call for calendar of events.
Contact : Jim Meikle, Representative, Greater Toronto Council of Camera Clubs, Phone: (905) 846-2145
Url: peel.cioc.ca/details.asp?RSN=15739&Number=59

North Brampton Watercolour Society Meeting
Watercolour artists group. Meets regularly to help each other with techniques and ideas. Offers limited summer workshop space to non-members. Meets Thursdays, 7:00pm-10:00pm at Bovaird House, 563 Bovaird Dr, Brampton (between Kennedy Rd & Hwy 410).
Contact : Simon MacDonald at (905) 846-2382
Url: peel.cioc.ca/details.asp?RSN=16800&Number=210

Friday March 10 2006

David Wilcox at Heritage Theatre
David Wilcox at Heritage Theatre

Performances:
Friday, March 10, 2006 - 8:00 pm

Wilcox made his name first as a solid showman, and then as a guitar master! A brilliant entertainer, guitar player and singer-songwriter, David’s outrageous style makes audiences dance, clap and laugh.

http://www.davidwilcoxrocks.com/

Contact : Please call the Box Office at 905-874-2800 for more information.
Url: www.brampton.com/heritagetheatre/calendar.php?op=day&da=10&mo=3&ye=2006

Pre-Teen Dances
Ages 10-14 • 6:30 – 10:00 pm • $6.00 per person

Pre-teen dances will be held at Loafer’s Lake Recreation Centre, 30 Loafer’s Lake Lane, Brampton on the following nights:

March 24, 2006
April 21, 2006
May 26, 2006
June 16, 2006

Pre-teen dances will be held at Chris Gibson Recreation Centre, 125 McLaughlin Rd. N., Brampton on the following nights:

March 10, 2006
April 7, 2006
May 5, 206
June 9, 2006
July 14, 2006
August 18, 2006

Contact : For more information, please visit URL: http://www.city.brampton.on.ca/parks&rec/catalogue/youth.tml
Url: www.city.brampton.on.ca/parks&rec/catalogue/youth.tml

Saturday March 11 2006

Cirkus Infernso at Heritage Theatre
Cirkus Infernso at Heritage Theatre

Performances:
Saturday, March 11, 2006 - 3:00 pm & 7:00 pm

Cartoon mayhem comes to life with ridiculous props and pyrotechnic pandemonium as two enthusiastic but bumbling fans take over the Cirkus Inferno stage. Exploding dog kennels house fire-breathing hounds, costumes inflate like giant balloons and whoopee cushions expand to gigantic proportions as the audience winces and waits for the inevitable big bangs!

Recommended for the whole family, ages 6 and up.

http://www.daredeviloperacompany.com/inferno.html

Back by popular demand! Your favourite family show from 2003 returns!

Family Show Mini-Deal: Buy Franklin or Caillou as part of your subscription series. You can add a ticket for Very Hungry Caterpillar or Cirkus Inferno for just $1 more.
Contact : Please call the Box Office at 905-874-2800 for more information.
Url: www.brampton.com/heritagetheatre/calendar.php?op=day&da=11&mo=3&ye=2006

Dance - Over Forty Solos Association of Brampton
Over Forty Solos Association of Brampton is hosting a Dance on Saturday, March 11th from 8pm-1am at St John Fisher Church Hall (300 Balmoral Dr, Brampton). DJ, prizes, refreshments and dress code.
Contact : Call Jerry at 416-258-6282

Euchre and Silent Auction
The Brampton chapter of Tourette Syndrome Association of Ontario is holding a 'Tricks for Tics' euchre tournament and silent auction on Saturday, March 11th at 6:30 p.m. at Spot One Banquet Hall, 289 Rutherford Rd. S. in Brampton. The cost is $20 per person, which includes a buffet and a cash bar.
Url: tourettesyndromeontario.ca/Chapters.htm

Sugarbush Maple Syrup Festival
The Kortright Centre for Conservation and Bruce's Mill Conservation Area. Don't miss a drop! Come out and 'tap into nature'. Demonstrations, wagon rides, activities and, of course, pancakes and maple syrup! Special March Break activities from March 13 to 17 and special Easter activities from April 14 to 17.
Contact : For further information, call (416) 667-6299. For group bookings, call (416) 667-6295.
Email : mboyers@trca.on.ca
Url: www.trca.on.ca

The Mayor Susan Fennell's 2nd Annual Gala
Event: The Mayor Susan Fennell's 2nd Annual Gala will raise funds for the Arts in Brampton and the new Rose Theatre Brampton scheduled to open in the City’s revitalized, historic downtown in Sept. 2006. The event will also recognize this year’s recipient of the prestigious Mayor Susan Fennell Lifetime Achievement Award.

Who: Mr. E. Rogers, President and Chief Executive Officer of Rogers Communications Inc. will be the guest of honour and recipient of this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award.

When: Saturday, March 11, 2006. Cocktails 5:30 p.m. Dinner 6:45 p.m.

Where: The Pearson Convention Centre, 2638 Steeles Av. E., Brampton, Ontario 905-494-0444, website www.pearsonconventioncentre.com
Contact : Janet Proctor, Senior Communications Associate, City of Brampton 905-874-3621
Email : janet.proctor@brampton.ca
Url: www.brampton.ca

Sunday March 12 2006

7th Annual Curry-Q
The Islamic Forum of Canada presents its special family day the Annual Curry-Q on Sunday March 12, 2006at 1:00 p.m. at 200 Advance Blvd. (northeast corner of Dixie Rd. and Advance Blvd.) Tickets cost $7. Proceeds support the New Masjid Project of the Islamic Forum of Canada.
Contact : For more information, call 905-790-8859 or 905-799-0763.

Teachers and Friends in Concert
14th annual Day of Music with our teachers and musical Friends on Sunday, March 12th, 2006 at Cyril Clark Library, 20 Loafers Lake Lane, Brampton. Tickets available at the door. Starts at 2:00 p.m.
Contact : Call 519-833-0085 or 905-456-1351 for more details

Toys R Us Spring Break Event!
Drop by your local store for different FREE craft sessions daily!

Dates: March 12-19
Cost: FREE
Times: For specific times, please contact the store manager
Location: Toys R Us, 150 West Drive, Brampton
Contact : (905) 454-8697

Monday March 13 2006

2nd Annual Kool Kidfest
March Break Arts Festival For Children - March 13 to March 17, 2006 at the Lester B. Pearson Theatre, 150 Central Park Drive, Brampton. Great Shows! Fun Activities! Kool Concerts! Kool Workshops - Improv Acting, Crafts and Dance! Kids Karaoke & Other Free Events Too!

Monday, March 13th:
"Sing and Dance" with Jack Grunsky - 11:30 am, 3:30 pm & 7 pm - Lester B. Pearson Theatre. Jack Grunsky's name is synonymous with excellence in the filed of Children’s Music. Jack has won all of the most prestigious awards: Junos; Parent’s Choice Awards; & American Library Association’s Notable Recordings Lists. Get swept way by fun Lyrics, unique instruments from Africa and around the world, and joining the interactive movement Jack’s music inspires.

Monday’s Workshops:
Creative Genius presents “Lions and Zebras and Hippos, Oh My!” What is your favourite jungle creature? Is it spotted or striped, does it slick or slither? In this workshop you will create an amazing African-inspired animal mask. Room: Theatre Studio. Max Participants: 30. Times: 9am – 11 am & 1pm – 3pm.

Keith Moreau – Visual Arts Brampton presents: “Create your Own Cartoon Character” Could you be the creator of the next Charlie Brown!?! Learn how to draw and design your own cartoon characters in this step-by-step workshop! Room: Library Programming Room. Max Participants: 30. Times: 1am – 3pm.

Tuesday, March 14th:
Kiyoshi Nagata Ensemble presents: Japanese Taiko Drumming – 11:30 am, 3:30 pm & 7 pm – Lester B. Pearson Theatre. Take a musical journey beyond all boarders! You will be amazed by one of the only groups in North America that owns and performs on a complete set of authentic taiko drums imported from Japan. A combination of thunderous, primal drumbeats, subtle melodies and intricate rhythms creates an exciting, one-of-a-kind sound-experience that delights audiences of all ages!

Tuesday’s Workshops:
Rick Monaco presents: “The Magic of Rhythm” Explore drums, music, rhythm and percussion through a series of fun, hands on creative play exercises. Then, develop, rehearse and present a short performance piece using unique instruments, props and costumes from around the world. Room: Theatre Studio. Max Participants: 35. Times: 9am – 11am & 1pm – 3pm.

Alicia Mitchell presents: “Ancient Arts: Learn Origami and Kirigami!” Create animals, boxes and sculptural works using only paper, a few simple tools and your imagination! Room: Dance Studio. Max Participants: 15. Time: 9am – 11am.

Wednesday, March 15th:
Dufflebag Theatre presents: PETER PAN - 11:30 am, 3:30 pm & 7 pm – Lester B. Pearson Theatre. Join Peter Pan, Wendy and Tinkerbell on an interactive theatrical adventure in Neverland! Free of grown-up rules, Wend, her brother and Peter must face the dreaded Captain Hook!

Wednesday’s Workshops:
Creative Genius presents: “Catch your Shadow” Who is lurking in your shadow! Is it a pirate? A fairy? A “Lost Boy”? Create a live-size Neverland version of yourself. Room: Theatre Studio. Max Participants: 30. Times: 9am – 11am & 1pm – 3pm.

Do Your Thing presents: “Improvisation for Children” All acting begins with Improv! Create Silly Skits and shows! Enjoy fun, imaginative exercises and Improv games. Be the star of your own hilarious improv show! Room: Library Programming Room. Max Participants: 25. Times: 9am – 11am & 1pm – 3pm.

Jammin’ Crafts presents: “It’s All About Friends and Fun” Come join the scrap-booking craze! Bring 8 photos of you and your friends and make your own great 4x4 album to put them in. Then decorate it using pictures and special die-cuts! You’ll be amazed what you can do! Room: Dance Studio. Max Participants: 25. Time: 9am – 11am.

Thursday, March 16th:
THE SECOND CITY presents: “STUDENTS’ RULE!” - 11:30 am, 3:30 pm & 7 pm – Lester B. Pearson Theatre. Finally, Improv for Kids! The Second City Comedy troupe, world re-knowned for its combination of sketch comedy and interactive improvisation in now available for the whole family to enjoy!* (*A great fun follow-up to our Kids’ Koolfest Improv Workshops)

Thursday’s Workshop:
Do Your Thing presents: “Improvisation for Beginners” – You can be the next Drew Carey! Learn the technique of improvisation through interactive and creative play. This fun workshop teaches you the basic techniques and rules of improvisation. Room: Theatre Studio. Max Participants: 25. Times: 9am – 11am & 1pm – 3pm.

Friday, March 17th:
Don’t Miss the Kidsfest Grand Finale Show!
Continental Entertainment presents: “The Stars of Pop” - 11:30 am, 3:30 pm & 7 pm – Lester B. Pearson Theatre. The Kidsfest wraps up with this energetic and interactive tribute to three of your favourite Pop Superstars… Hilary Duff, Justin Timberlake and Avril Lavigne!

Friday’s Workshops:
Arts’ Express presents: “Hip Hop Dancing” This street jazz/hip hop workshop teaches students the basics of this urban dance form. Using today’s music, you explore innovative dance steps and funk rhythms in an energetic environment. Peace Out! Room: Theatre Studio. Max Participants: 30. Times: 9am – 11am & 1pm – 3pm.

Jammin’ Crafts presents: “It’s All About Me!” Be “the star” and make a fun and fabulous 4x4 scrapbook album of yourself. All you need is 8 photos of you know whom. Using punches and special die-cuts to decorate, this can be your life story! Room: Dance Studio. Max Participants: 25. Time: 9am – 11am.

Tickets only $15 per show/workshop OR BUY 5 and only pay $12! There’s no “catch”. Buy ANY 5 admissions in a single order and you pay only $12 admission. 5 admissions to one show/workshop OR 1 admission each for 5 different shows/workshops OR Any combination you like that adds up to 5 or more admissions! It’s that easy! So Order NOW! SPACE IS LIMITED!

Contact : For tickets call 905-874-2800
Url: www.brampton.ca/theatre/koolfest/koolfest.tml

Business Networking Meetings
The Brampton chapter of Referral Quest is a business network group that meets on the second and fourth Monday's of every month. They will be meeting at Rapini's Ristorante, 190 Main St. S. on March 13 and March 27, 2006 from 11:30 a.m - 1 p.m. Cost for lunch is $15. Everyone is welcome, the group is looking for the following new members: florist, chiropractor and registerd massage therapist. RSVP to Emilia Rees at decodoc@rogers.com
Contact : Emilia Rees - decodoc@rogers.com
Email : decodoc@rogers.com
Url: www.referralquest.net

Canadian Federation of University Women Meeting
Nonprofit organization of university graduates committed to: the pursuit of knowledge; the promotion of education; the improvement of the status of women and human rights; and active participation in public affairs. Provides scholarships for graduating female high-school students to help further their education. Usually meets on the 2nd Monday of the month, 7:30pm, at Brampton Golf Club, 7700 Kennedy Rd, Brampton.
Contact : Nancy Moon at (905) 457-9035
Url: peel.cioc.ca/details.asp?RSN=16627&Number=115

March Break Asthma Camp
March 13 - 17th, 2006 at the Polish Canadian Cultural Centre, 4300 Cawthra Road (at Eastgate) Children have fun while learning to manage their asthma. Five days filled with games,crafts,activities and outings by bus. Cost is $50.00 and space is limited. Sponsored by 23 branches of Scotiabank in Etobicoke and Mississauga and their (SMART)bike trek. Register today.

Contact : Irene at The Lung Association at 905 696-0077.
Email : peel4@on.lung.ca
Url: www.on.lung.ca/events/toronto_and_GTA_west.shtml

March Break for Kids
Bring out your child's inner Picasson with our special March Break Classes. For kids aged 6 - 12 years old. Classes are $150 for full week or $85 for half days.
Contact : Peel Heritage Complex, 9 Wellington Street East, Brampton. Call 905-791-4055
Email : hcresearch@peelregion.ca
Url: www.peelheritagecomplex.org

Tuesday March 14 2006

Food Bank
The Islamic Forum of Canada has opened a non-denominational food bank at 200 Advance Blvd. in Brampton. It is open Tuesdays from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. or by appointment.
Contact : For more information, call 647-833-4957 or visit shailakibria@yahoo.ca.
Email : shailakibria@yahoo.ca
Url: islamicforum.qourum.org/

Meditation Classes
Weekly meditation classes with Buddhist monk Kelsang Sangdrub on Tuesday evenings. Come and learn how ancient Buddhist wisdom can be integrated into our modern day lives. All welcome regardless of background or previous experience. Classes are 7:00pm - 8:30pm at Brampton Public Library, 65 Queen St East, Brampton.
Contact : Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada (905) 274-7432
Email : info@kadampa.ca
Url: www.kadampa.ca

Retired Women Teachers Of Ontario Meeting
Social group for retired women teachers, which meets for fellowship, promote interests of retired women teachers, and provide communication and support. Must be a retired teacher. Meet 2nd Tuesday of every month (except Jul & Aug). All retired women teachers welcome. The group will meet at 11:45 a.m. at the Mandarin Restaurant, 238 Biscayne Crescent in Brampton.
Contact : RSVP to Karin at 905-796-2146.

Up For Discussion Book Club
Up For Discussion Book Club. Monthly from September to June (except December). See schedule for dates & book list. Location: Brampton Library, Chinguacousy Branch, 150 Central Park Dr., Brampton. Date and Time: Tuesdays 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm & Wednesdays 10:00 am - 12noon

2006 Schedule:

January 17, 18
Sacks, Oliver
Uncle Tungsten: Memories of a Chemical Boyhood

February 14, 15
Gaines, Ernest J.
The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman

March 14, 15
Hosseini, Khaled
The Kite Runner

April 11, 12
Sijie, Dai
Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress

May 9, 10
Day, Frank
Rockbound

June 6, 7
Michaels, Anne
Fugitive Pieces

Contact : Call 905-793-4636 ext 4225 for more information
Url: www.bramlib.on.ca/brochures/adults/up_for_discussion_sep05-jun06.pdf

Wednesday March 15 2006

Thursday March 16 2006

Brampton Historical Society Meeting
Brampton Historical Society is a registered non-profit charitable corporation, operated entirely by volunteers, dedicated to the celebration, education and conservation of the rich and vibrant history and architecture of Brampton. The goal is to provide a social atmosphere for participation in activities which help to enrich a sense of community history while advocating for the preservation of Brampton historical treasures.

Meetings are held on the 3rd Thursday of the month, 7:15 p.m., at Heart Lake Presbyterian Church, 25 Ruth Ave, Brampton

January 19: Jessica Pacquette, Bev Garner Archaeological Services Inc. "Digging Up Our Past"

February 16: Diane Kuster, Peel Heritage Complex "Peel Heritage Complex Archives" Location of Meeting-Peel Heritage Complex

March 16: Annual General meeting and History Quiz

April 20: Senator Lorna Milne, "Tales from Inside the Senate"

May 18: Dr. John Carter, "Barns; Our Vanishing Heritage"

Contact : Peter Murphy
Email : pa.murphy@sympatico.ca
Url: www.bramptonhistoricalsociety.com/

Brampton Rock and Mineral Club Meeting
Brampton Rock and Mineral Club - A club interested in learning about, and collecting, rocks and minerals. Activities include field trips and annual shows. Meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month, Sep-May (except Dec), 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm, at Knightsbridge Community Centre, 1A Knightsbridge Rd, Brampton
Contact : Cathy Pennington, Membership, Phone: (905) 792-1798
Url: www.ccfms.ca/brampton.html

How to Write A Business Plan
Cost: $10.00
Time: 12:00pm - 1:30pm
SBEC(Brampton Small Business Center)
33 Queen Street, West Brampton L6Y 1L9
One of the most important tools any business has...the Business Plan. Learn more about writing your Business Plan in this informative one and a half hour seminar, packed with information about how to write a business plan. Not to be missed by anyone looking to start or grow a business.
Contact : Kelly Ballinger 905-874-2632
Email : kelly.ballinger@brampton.ca
Url: www.brampton-business.com

March Break Pizza & Painting
Come join us at The Pottery Painting Place for the best entertainment for the entire family. Pottery painting is fun and relaxing. While you are painting enjoy delicious pizza for free!

Pizza & Painting night is March 16 until 9 pm. Pizza arrives about 6:30p-6:45p.
Contact : Call 905-792-2942 to register or visit our website www.ThePotteryPaintingPlace.com for further information.
Email : fun@ThePotteryPaintingPlace.com
Url: www.ThePotteryPaintingPlace.com

Friday March 17 2006

March Break Teen Night
Come to The Pottery Painting Place and enjoy parent-free pottery painting. Open to all teens who want an evening to relax with other teens and paint a piece of pottery. Snacks will be provided. Bring your own music & we'll turn it up!
$5 per painter plus the cost of the piece.
Contact : Call 905-792-2942 to register or visit us online at www.ThePotteryPaintingPlace.com for more information.
Email : fun@ThePotteryPaintingPlace.com
Url: www.ThePotteryPaintingPlace.com

Parents Without Partners - Dance
Parents Without Partners will be hosting a singles dance Friday March 17th. Doors open at 8:30 p.m. Location: Lions Banquet Hall, 45 Avondale Blvd., Brampton. Cost: $14.00/person includes buffet & door prizes. Dress code in effect.
Contact : For more information call (416) 903-2271

Saturday March 18 2006

DANCE
The Brampton Scottish Club will be hosting its monthly dance on March 18th at 8:00pm at Century Gardens Recreation Centre, 340 Vodden St. E. N/E Corner of Vodden & Rutherford, Brampton. Our entertainer this month is Billy Main, an extrordinarily talent singer, guitarist who will perform all of your favourite songs.
Contact : Rose Mary Morris, Secretary at 905-840-4666 9am - 9pm Mon - Fri
Email : rosemarymorris@rogers.com

Festival of Colours
Kayastha Canada , a non-profit South Asian group in Brampton is celebrating "HOLI" on March 18, 2006 from 11:30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. at the National Banquet Hall, 7355 Torbram Rd., Mississauga. Come and enjoy "Shiamak Davars" dance/DJ, food, drinks, prizes, gifts and fun for kids. Tickets cost $20 for adults, $12 for children, with kids under 5 free.
Contact : For more information, call Sanjeev at 905-495-4195 or visit www.kayasthacanada.org.
Email : kayastha@canada.com
Url: www.acesun.com/rishisriv/kayasthacanada/Holi2006/HOLI%202006.pdf

Health and Wellness Show
The Brampton Lions Club present the Health & Wellness Show on Sautuday, March 18th, 2006 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Location: Century Gardens, 340 Vodden Street East, Brampton. Admission is free.

45 exhibitors will be promoting their business. These include: massage, reiki, chiropractic care, aura reading, tai chi, yoga, pilates, health and nutritional products, weight loss products, spa treatments, skin care, long term care, reflexology, hypnosis, ear candling, laser hair removal, card readings, energy balancing, feung shui, holistic services, crystal healing, chinese medicine, aromatherapy, and much more......

Contact : Lion Bonnie Neely at 905-840-2077 for more information

March Break for Families
Peel Heritage Complex hosts a weekend for families March 18th and 19th. Enjoy free admission to the museum and art gallery and try your hand at the many activities for both young and young at heart.
Contact : Peel Heritage Complex, 9 Wellington Street East, Brampton. Call 905-791-4055.
Email : hcresearch@peelregion.ca
Url: www.peelheritagecomplex.org

NWHL Central Division Playoff Game
The 2nd place Brampton Thunder will be playing the 3rd place Oakville Ice in the 1st round of the Central division playoffs. The series will be a best 2 of 3 series. Below is the schedule for the upcoming contests.

Game 1: Saturday March 18 @ 7:30pm - Powerade Centre

Game 2: Sunday March 19 @ 1:30pm - Oakville Ice Sports

Game 3: Saturday March 25 @ 7:30 - Powerade Centre (if necessary)

Come out and cheer on your favourites. The Ice will feature some of the leagues leading scorers in Carly Haggard and Lindsay Vine while being lead between the pipes by last years NWHLhockey.com Goaltender of the Year Tania Pinelli. The Thunder will have the league's 3rd leading scorer in Kristy Zamora and spark plug Stephanie Kay leading the way while University phenom Cindy Eadie minds the net.

While checking out the players that got these teams to where they are now keep in mind Vicki Sunohara, Jayna Hefford, Gillian Ferrari, Kathleen Kauth, Kristin King, Kim Insalaco, Becky Kellar and Krissy Wendell are back, fresh from the Olympics, these games will be the place to be and a treat to see.

The Durham Lightning will keenly be watching to see who they will take on in the division finals.
Url: www.nwhlhockey.com/news.php

Sunday March 19 2006

Fan Appreciation Day at the Bunker
Bring your family to 'Fan Appreciation Day at the Bunker' on Sunday, March 19, 2006 at 2:00 pm. The final game of the 2005-06 regular season will feature dozens of great prizes from the Battalion's corporate partners as the Troops host the Belleville Bulls. Address: 7575 Kennedy Rd. South.
Contact : Season tickets are available by calling Sarah Watson at (905) 874-2393
Email : info@battalionhockey.com
Url: www.battalionhockey.com/hm/calendar.php?cal_id=1

Monday March 20 2006

Brampton Newcomers Club Meeting
Open to women new to the area, as well as women entering a new lifestyle (eg, widowed, divorced, retired, etc) who wish to make new friends and meet people. Activities include bridge and euchre clubs, theatre group, crafts, couples activities and more. Meets 3rd Monday of the month, 7:30pm, in the Mississauga Room, Region of Peel Building, 10 Peel Centre Dr, Brampton
Contact : Debi D'Alessandro, President, Phone: (905) 846-2533, Email: dalessandro19@sympatico.ca
Email : dalessandro19@sympatico.ca

Free Family Literacy Workshops
The Region of Peel's Children's Services offers a series of FREE FAMILY FUN NIGHTS for children age 0 - 6yrs, which run in approximately 72 local schools.

Family Fun Night is a series of 12 workshops that give parents the skills to help their child learn early reading and writing skills. Parents and children work together on activities that are fun and help children learn. It's a great family time to focus on early learning and help prepare children for school.
Contact : For more information or to register over the phone, please call 905-791-1585 ext. 7222.
Url: www.region.peel.on.ca/childcar/literacy/index.htm

Take Off and Keep Off Pounds Sensibly - Day Time Meeting

Take Off and Keep Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS®) is a non-profit international family of all ages, sizes, and shapes from all walks of life. Dedicated to helping each other Take Off and Keep Off Pounds Sensibly. We offer fellowship while you change to a healthier, new lifestyle and learn to maintain it.

DAY TIME CHAPTER
111 Addington Cres., Brampton (member’s residence)
MON: 1:00/1:15 PM (weigh-in/meeting time)

***CHILDREN ARE WELCOME TO OUR DAY TIME CHAPTER***

Mom’s please feel free to bring your pre-schoolers to this meeting!

Contact : For more information contact Diane Lancaster at 905-459-2363 or 1-800-932-8677
Email : dilancaster@sympatico.ca
Url: www.tops.org

Tourette Syndrome Meeting
The Brampton Chapter of the Tourette Syndrome Association of Ontario provides information, discussions and occasional guest speakers at the meetings. Meetings are every third Monday of the month from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Heart Lake Presbyterian Church, 25 Ruth Ave. in Brampton.
Contact : For more information, call John or Donna at 905-791-0962 or Ann at 905-792-1205.
Url: www.tourettesyndromeontario.ca/Chapters.htm

Tuesday March 21 2006

BPW Brampton Meeting
The Business and Professional Women's Clubs of Ontario (BPW Ontario) is a non-sectarian, non-profit, non-partisan feminist organization which promotes the interests of working women. It operates within the Canadian Federation of Business and Professional Women's Clubs (BPW Canada) towards the improvement of the status of women in all phases of society, especially in business, the professions and industry.

BPW Brampton Program Format: Dinner Meeting & Program - 3rd Tuesday of every month at 6:00 p.m. at Portobello Restaurant, 341 Main St. N. (corner of Vodden), Brampton.
Contact : Snigdha Malik, Membership Chair @ (905) 452-5422 ext. 221
Email : snigdham@adventfg.com
Url: www.bpwontario.org/c-bramp.html

Brampton Christian Women's Club Meeting
Brampton Christian Women's Club presents "Fit 4 Life" with Elizabeth Maola from the Chinguacousy Wellness Centre at 9:30 a.m. at Snelgrove Recreation Centre, 11692 Hurontario St. Speaker will be Connie Rowe on A Tale of Two Cities. Cost is $5.50 and includes a continental buffet.
Contact : For reservations, call Elma at 905-453-6302.

Free Parenting Workshops!
ATTENTION PARENTS/GUARDIANS! Free Parenting Workshops! Light Snack & Child Care provided at no cost! Parenting is the toughest job you will ever have, and the one with the least amount of training. To learn some new skills and share everyday parenting challenges, come out to a series of free parenting workshops and networking sessions presented by the Region of Peel - Children’s Services in partnership with the Family Education Centre. Workshops are held at the locations below from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., unless otherwise noted. Visit URL to learn more about the 2006 Spring Workshop Schedule: Brampton & Caledon. Workshops also available in Mississauga.
Contact : To register online visit http://www.region.peel.on.ca/childcar/nfc-workshops.htm, click on Free Parenting Workshops or call the Region of Peel: 905-791-1585. Visit the above website for maps of the workshop locations.
Url: www.peelregion.ca/childcar/nfc-calendar.htm

International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
The International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination is observed annually on 21 March. On that day, in 1960, police opened fire and killed 69 people at a peaceful demonstration in Sharpeville, South Africa, against the apartheid "pass laws". Proclaiming the Day in 1966, the General Assembly called on the international community to redouble its efforts to eliminate all forms of racial discrimination.
Url: www.un.org/depts/dhl/racial/

Small Business Breakfast Club Networking Event
IF YOU WOULD LIKE MORE CUSTOMERS AND PROFITS IN 2006, THIS IS FOR YOU!

Location: 17 Ray Lawson Blvd, Unit 10
(The corner of Hurontario and Ray Lawson)

March 21st – Special Guest: Rick Gossett

FRAN TARKENTON and RICK GOSSETT will share invaluable information as we plan
for April 15th. Listen for specific ideas to minimize your tax burden.

This month’s Breakfast with Fran speaker will be CPA, Rick Gossett.
With over 30 years of experience working with small business, Rick
is one of the most knowledgeable tax experts around! He will provide
you with invaluable tips to help you prepare for this year’s tax
season. Tax season is now and you can’t afford to miss out on the
information that Rick will share!

Contact : Cheryl Norman (Wiggins)905-867-1536 no cost for event. $12:00 for Breakfast Time: 8:15 am
Email : cwiggins9@sympatico.ca

Wednesday March 22 2006

World Water Day
March 22, 2006 is World Water Day. The international observance of World Water Day is an initiative that grew out of the 1992 United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED) in Rio de Janeiro.

Region of Peel Launches New Locally-Relevant School Water Resource. For more information visit: http://www.region.peel.on.ca/pw/waterstory/index.htm
Url: www.region.peel.on.ca/pw/waterstory/index.htm

Thursday March 23 2006

Brampton Quilters Guild
Brampton Quilters Guild - Group for novice and experienced quilters. Bi-ennial quilt show to held in May 2007. Monthly meetings feature guest speakers, members' show & tell, etc. Meets on the 4th Thursday of the month, Sep-Jun, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm, at Jim Archdekin Recreation Centre, 292 Conestoga Dr, Brampton
Contact : Elaine Theriault, President, Phone: (905) 819-9703
Url: peel.cioc.ca/details.asp?RSN=14100&Number=73

Maximize Your Marketing
Cost: $10.00 per person
Time: 9:30am - 11:00am
SBEC(Brampton Small Business Enterprise Centre)
33 Queen Street, West Brampton ON L6Y 1L9
Are you marketing your business as effectively as possible? Do you have a marketing plan in place that will lead you down the best, most cost-effective path to make your business thrive right now?
If you don't have a marketing plan, you could be:
*Wasting money on your marketing and advertising
*Missing opportunities that could generate sales and profits
*Allowing your competition to get the edge on you
*Losing profits
*Operating your business under it's true potential
Learn more about Maximize Your Marketing in this informative packed seminar.
Contact : Cassandra Baccardax 905-874-2667
Email : cassandra.baccardax@brampton.on
Url: www.brampton-business.com

Strategic Project & Quality Planning Seminar
March 23 & 24, 2006 (2 days) at the Living Arts Centre in Mississauga. Discover the critical issues in project management, which must be managed, to ensure that project and quality initiatives are successful within an organization. Learn how a clear, strategic project alignment of the right resources working on the right projects, can create a positive impact on the organization’s bottom-line and customer satisfaction levels.
Contact : For further information on this seminar and the registration fee, please contact Connie Taylor of SheridanCorporate at (905) 845-9430, ext. 2078.
Email : connie.taylor1@sheridanc.on.ca
Url: www.sheridancorporate.ca

Friday March 24 2006

2005-06 Friday Folk Night Series
All concerts are being held at Sanderson Hall, St. Paul's United Church, 30 Main St. at 7:30 p.m.

The concerts are going to remain in coffee house style, with tables and chairs arranged in Sanderson Hall at St. Paul's United Church, creating an intimate setting. Coffee, tea, apple cider and baked goods are on sale for a special treat.

Jan. 27-- Robbie Burns Night with David Leask and Runesong;

Feb. 25-- Brampton Folk Festival Last Chance Audition Showcase (featuring 10 artists with start time of 7 p.m.);

March 24-- Roger Scannura and Ritmo Flamenco (flamenco guitar and dance);

April 28-- Bebop Cowboys (Texas swing);

May 27-- Brampton Folk Club Annual Showcase Concert.

Tickets cost $10 for adults, $8 for students/seniors. Tickets to Tanglefoot cost $15 for adults and $12 for students/seniors. A full-season subscription costs $65.
Email : bramptonfolkclub@sympatico.ca
Url: www3.sympatico.ca/bramptonfolk

Brampton Battalion - First-round Playoff Game #1
The Troops, champions of the Central Division, are seeded second in the conference and meet the seventh-seeded Bulls, third-place finishers in the East Division, in the playoffs for the first time.

Following is the series schedule:

Friday, March 24, at Brampton 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, March 26, at Brampton 2 p.m.
Monday, March 27, at Belleville 7:05 p.m.
Wednesday, March 29, at Belleville 7:05 p.m.
*Friday, March 31, at Brampton 7:30 p.m.
*Saturday, April 1, at Belleville 7:15 p.m.
*Tuesday, April 4, at Brampton 7:30 p.m.

* if necessary

Contact : Further information can be obtained from Battalion Headquarters at (905) 874-2393.
Url: www.battalionhockey.com/hm/inside.php?sid=4&id=4017&PHPSESSID=6af518b51faf250e351346c55c341b0f

Saturday March 25 2006

Brampton Solo Persons Associates Dance
Brampton Solo Persons Associates Inc. is hosting a dance from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. at Chris Gibson Recreation Center, 125 McLaughlin Rd. N. in Brampton. There will be a DJ, prizes and refreshments. Everyone welcome.
Contact : For more information, call Barbara at 905-457-2573.

DINNER DANCE IN SUPPORT OF ALS - LOU GEHRIG'S DISEASE
Please join us raise awareness for ALS, Lou Gehrig's Disease as we host a dinner/dance Saturday March 25,2006 at The Brampton Legion Hall, 1133 Queen Street East, between West Drive and Dixie Road, Brampton. Enjoy some food, dancing, door prizes and raffles. Doors open at 7:30-1:00 am. Tickets are $15.00/person.
Contact : For further information or for tickets, please contact Elizabeth Fox at 905-495-1838 or email me at Elizabeth.Fox@sympatico.ca
Email : Elizabeth.fox@sympatico.ca

Factory Direct Maternity Wear Sale and Kids Brand Name Clothing

BRAND NEW Maternity Wear Factory Direct Warehouse Sale and Brand Name Children's Clothing size 0-8 in mint condition and many more baby products including WeeSteps and Bumbos.

30% of sale proceeds going to the pediatric ward of the William Osler Health Centre.

March 25th 2005 from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm at Loafer's Lake Recreation Centre, Brampton (30 Loafer's Lake Lane)

Contact : For more info or to volunteer please email janettpereira@rogers.com or call 647-223-8109
Email : janettpereira@rogers.com

Free Income Tax Preparation
Club Filipino of Brampton is offering free income tax preparation to qualified Brampton residents March 25th, April 1st and April 8th. The tax clinics are open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Chinguacousy Library in the lobby.
Contact : For more information, call Ben at 905-796-1124, Ofelia at 905-459-7138 or Nersa at 905-793-1343.

GIANT Spring Craft Sale
Knightsbridge Seniors and Bramalea Friendship Clubs are hosting a giant spring craft sale on Saturday, March 25th from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1A Knightsbridge Rd. featuring a large selection of knitted goods, spring items, ceramics and creative crafts. There will also be a bake table. Parking is available across the road at the Civic Centre.

Ham-Ex™ 2006
The Peel and Mississauga Amateur Radio clubs will be hosting the biggest Ham-Ex™ 2006 in Canada on Saturday, March 25th at the Brampton Fall Fairgrounds on Heart Lake Road at Old School Road. Doors open to the public from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Ham-Ex™ 2006 has a lot to offer to anyone interested in Ham radio, computers and electronics. The cost is $6 to enter the biggest electronic flea market. Ham-Ex™ 2006 will have amateur radio manufactures, major amateur radio retailers, new and used equipment parts, computers, parts and software.
Contact : For more information visit website: http://www.ham-ex.ca/
Url: www.ham-ex.ca/

NWHL Central Division Playoff Game (IF NECESSARY)
The 2nd place Brampton Thunder will be playing the 3rd place Oakville Ice in the 1st round of the Central division playoffs. The series will be a best 2 of 3 series. Below is the schedule for the upcoming contests.

Game 1: Saturday March 18 @ 7:30pm - Powerade Centre

Game 2: Sunday March 19 @ 1:30pm - Oakville Ice Sports

Game 3: Saturday March 25 @ 7:30 - Powerade Centre (if necessary)

Come out and cheer on your favourites. The Ice will feature some of the leagues leading scorers in Carly Haggard and Lindsay Vine while being lead between the pipes by last years NWHLhockey.com Goaltender of the Year Tania Pinelli. The Thunder will have the league's 3rd leading scorer in Kristy Zamora and spark plug Stephanie Kay leading the way while University phenom Cindy Eadie minds the net.

While checking out the players that got these teams to where they are now keep in mind Vicki Sunohara, Jayna Hefford, Gillian Ferrari, Kathleen Kauth, Kristin King, Kim Insalaco, Becky Kellar and Krissy Wendell are back, fresh from the Olympics, these games will be the place to be and a treat to see.

The Durham Lightning will keenly be watching to see who they will take on in the division finals.
Url: www.nwhlhockey.com/news.php

Workshop: Guest Speaker - David McClyment
Beaux-Arts Brampton is featuring guest speaker David McClyment, who will present The Perfect Portfolio, a Visual Arts Ontario workshop on Saturday, March 25th from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Beaux-Arts Brampton, 70-74 Main St. N. Cost is $20 for BAB members and $25 for non-members. Pre-registration required.
Contact : For more information, call 905-454-5677, e-mail beauxart1@bellnet.ca or visit www.beaux-artsbrampton.com.
Email : beauxart1@bellnet.ca
Url: www.beaux-artsbrampton.com

Sunday March 26 2006

'Kidz Rock'
"Kidz Rock" by Marion Abbott's Performing Studio. Sunday, March 26th, 2006. Performances at 1:00 p.m. and at 6:00 p.m. A musical featuring children 6 - 18. Location: Cyril Clarke Library Theatre, 20 Loafers Lake Lane, Brampton.
Contact : Call 905-450-7091 for more info.

Brampton Battalion - First-round Playoff Game #2
The Troops, champions of the Central Division, are seeded second in the conference and meet the seventh-seeded Bulls, third-place finishers in the East Division, in the playoffs for the first time.

Following is the series schedule:

Friday, March 24, at Brampton 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, March 26, at Brampton 2 p.m.
Monday, March 27, at Belleville 7:05 p.m.
Wednesday, March 29, at Belleville 7:05 p.m.
*Friday, March 31, at Brampton 7:30 p.m.
*Saturday, April 1, at Belleville 7:15 p.m.
*Tuesday, April 4, at Brampton 7:30 p.m.

* if necessary

Contact : Further information can be obtained from Battalion Headquarters at (905) 874-2393.
Url: www.battalionhockey.com/hm/inside.php?sid=4&id=4017&PHPSESSID=6af518b51faf250e351346c55c341b0f

Genealogical Society Meeting
The Halton-Peel Branch of the Ontario Genealogical Society is holding a regular meeting at 2 p.m. at Chinguacousy Branch Library, lower level, 150 Central Park Dr. Speaker: Fawn Stratford-Devai on British Home Children. Visitors are welcome.

Gospel Concert
Faith Gospel Tabernacle Ministries, 10042 Creditview Rd., is holding a gospel concert for all ages at 6:30 p.m. featuring Aileen Lombardo, Celeste Zugec, Vanassa Thompson, and the FGTM worship team. Refreshments served following the concert. A freewill offering will be collected.
Contact : For more information, call 905-459-4673.

Welcome Wagon Baby Shower
Brampton Baby Shower:
Sunday March 26, 2006 Baby Shower
Are you expecting a baby? Then you'll want to attend the Welcome Wagon Baby Shower on Sunday March 26 at the Century Gardens Recreation Centre, located at 340 Vodden St. E. in Brampton. Registration begins at 12:30 p.m., doors open at 1 p.m. Free gift bag for first 100 Moms. Fantastic door prizes, interactive demos, interesting guest speakers and informative displays. Meet the businesses who know babies best!
Contact : Call Tracy at (905) 791-0145 for your complimentary invitation and more information. Or register on line at www.welcomewagon.ca or www.havingababy.ca
Url: www.welcomewagon.ca

Monday March 27 2006

Brampton Battalion - First-round Playoff Game #3
The Troops, champions of the Central Division, are seeded second in the conference and meet the seventh-seeded Bulls, third-place finishers in the East Division, in the playoffs for the first time.

Following is the series schedule:

Friday, March 24, at Brampton 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, March 26, at Brampton 2 p.m.
Monday, March 27, at Belleville 7:05 p.m.
Wednesday, March 29, at Belleville 7:05 p.m.
*Friday, March 31, at Brampton 7:30 p.m.
*Saturday, April 1, at Belleville 7:15 p.m.
*Tuesday, April 4, at Brampton 7:30 p.m.

* if necessary
Contact : Further information can be obtained from Battalion Headquarters at (905) 874-2393.
Url: www.battalionhockey.com/hm/calendar.php?cal_id=10

Brampton Quilters Group Meeting
Group for novice and experienced quilters. Bi-ennial quilt show to held in May 2007. Monthly meetings feature guest speakers, members' show & tell, etc. Meets 4th Thursday of the month, Sep-Jun, 7:30pm-9:30pm, at Jim Archdekin Recreation Centre, 292 Conestoga Dr, Brampton.
Url: peel.cioc.ca/details.asp?RSN=14100&Number=62

Brampton Theatre School Open House
The Brampton Theatre School is having an open house on Monday March 27th and Tuesday March 28th from 6:00pm - 9:00pm. The Brampton Theatre School is located at 76 Main St. North. The open house is for registration, inquiries and program information.
Contact : You can contact us at (905) 450-7007 or check out our webiste www.bramptontheatreschool.com.
Url: www.bramptontheatreschool.com

Marketing Resources @ your Library
Cost: FREE
Date: Monday, March 27, 2006
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Location: Brampton Library, Chinguacousy Branch, 150 Central Park Drive.

Contact : All Workshops are FREE Call 905-793-4636 to register or visit any library branch www.bramlib.on.ca
Url: www.bramlib.on.ca

Parents Without Partners - New Member Orientation
Parents Without Partners has new member orientation on the last Monday of every month for people interested in joining their group. Meetings are currently held at 7:30 p.m. at the Brampton Library - Chinguacousy Branch, 150 Central Park Dr., 2nd Floor, Upper Boardroom.
Url: www.parentswithoutpartners.org

Tuesday March 28 2006

Cinderella: The Musical
St. Thomas Aquinas Secondary School is presenting Cinderella: The Musical at the Lester B. Pearson Theatre from March 28 to 31. The matinee performances run March 28 to 30 from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. (intermission included). This show is particularly appealing for any student group in Grades 4 through 8, as well as adults in general. Matinee tickets cost $6 each and can be purchased through Mrs. Clayton at 905-791-1195, ext. 36158. Evening performances will be held on March 30 and 31 at 7:30 p.m. Evening tickets cost $12 and can be purchased by calling the Lester B. Pearson box office at 905-874-2800.

Free Seminar for Women on Love and Meaningful Relationships
Counseling Hypnotherapy Center invites women to a free seminar on love and meaningful relationships from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at 10 George St. N. Find out how hypnotherapy can improve your connection with that special someone. There will be a draw for a hypnotherapy session and an opportunity to experience hypnosis in a free group relaxation session.
Contact : Call 905-451-9805 or visit www.ivonazager.byregion.net to reserve your seat.
Url: www.ivonazager.byregion.net

Fundraising Event for Grace United Church Organ
The Gracies are hosting a fundraising event on Tuesday, March 28th for the Grace United Church organ from 7 to 9 p.m. at Grace United Church, 156 Main St. N. in the reception room. There will be great bargains with every item priced at 25 cents. There will be Easter items, as well as Christmas items like gift bags, bows, mugs, garland, gift boxes, wrapping paper, angels and more. Proceeds go towards repairing the church organ.

La Leche League - Monthly Meeting
The Brampton group of La Leche League Canada offers breastfeeding support and information through phone help and monthly meetings. Meetings are held on the last Tuesday of the month. Meetings start at 9:30 a.m. and are held in the Community Room, Fortino's Supermarket, 35 Worthington Ave. (Bovaird Dr. just west of Chinguacousy Rd.). A lending library and refreshments are available. All women interested in breastfeeding are welcome to attend monthly group meetings. Anytime is a good time to come to a La Leche League meeting: when pregnant, with a new baby or when considering weaning.
Contact : For more information, call Cheryl at 905-459-9804 or Valerie at 905-799-1979.
Url: groups.lllc.ca/view.php?area=Central+and+Southern+Ontario&group=Brampton

Mission Employable! Conference - Employers Invited to Particiapte
Dear Employer,

Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board, Peel District School Board, The Learning Partnership’s Passport to Prosperity program and the Carpenter’s Local 27 are partnering to host the 3rd annual Mission Employable! Conference to be held May 10 and 11 of 2006. Last year’s conference was a great success and as a result, this year’s event has expanded to two days involving both school boards and up to 600 participants!

What is Mission Employable?
Mission Employable is aimed specifically at Grade 12 students entering the world of work this spring and summer. The primary purpose is to connect Grade 12 students with prospective employers.

Why would my company be interested in hiring a recent secondary school graduate?
Students who enter the workforce directly from secondary school statistically stay in their communities for most of their lives. They bring energy and enthusiasm to the workplace and will assist your company in developing a skilled workforce at a time when our demographics indicate an aging population.

Employers will have an opportunity to interview and hire entry-level employees and to provide recruitment and career information about their industry sector.

Registration Information
There is a registration fee of $100 dollars for the two days, which will include breakfast and lunch each day, and one presentation table. In addition, we invite employers to help further celebrate this event by donating door prizes for the numerous draws that will be held throughout the conference. Kindly refer to the registration form below for further details.
For more information, please contact Michelle Ouellette, Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board at 905-890-0708, extension 24524 or check the web at http://w3.dpcdsb.org/missionemp

We eagerly look forward to your response and participation in this year’s Mission Employable! Conference.

Sincerely,
The Mission Employable! Committee
Contact : For more information, please contact Michelle Ouellette, Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board at 905-890-0708, extension 24524 or check the web at http://w3.dpcdsb.org/missionemp
Url: w3.dpcdsb.org/MissionEmp/Employers/Employers+Registration.htm

Small Business Seminar
Small Business Seminar - This seminar is for clients who are starting a new business.

Topics covered:
-Goods and services tax and how to complete your GST return
-Reporting income for your unincorporated business and claiming expenses
-Payroll

Location:
Brampton Library
150 Central Park Drive (at Queen St)
Brampton, ON
(Free parking available)

Dates and time:
9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Tuesday, January 31, 2006
Tuesday, February 28, 2006
Tuesday, March 28, 2006
Tuesday, April 25, 2006
Tuesday, June 5, 2006

You must pre-register for this seminar
Contact : Registration: Marcia Henry Telephone: (905) 566-6187 Email: Marcia.Henry@ccra-adrc.gc.ca
Email : Marcia.Henry@ccra-adrc.gc.ca
Url: www.cra-arc.gc.ca/events/on/brampton-small-e.html

The Brampton Horticultural Society
Tuesday March 28, 2006
Central Public School Recreation & Arts Centre
24 Alexander Street, Brampton
Doors Open at 7:15 pm
Meeting starts at 8:00pm
Speaker: Mary Ellen Selig - "Backyard Birds and Butterfly Habitat

Url: www.geocities/bramhort/

Wednesday March 29 2006

Brampton Battalion - First-round Playoff Game #4
The Troops, champions of the Central Division, are seeded second in the conference and meet the seventh-seeded Bulls, third-place finishers in the East Division, in the playoffs for the first time.

Following is the series schedule:

Friday, March 24, at Brampton 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, March 26, at Brampton 2 p.m.
Monday, March 27, at Belleville 7:05 p.m.
Wednesday, March 29, at Belleville 7:05 p.m.
*Friday, March 31, at Brampton 7:30 p.m.
*Saturday, April 1, at Belleville 7:15 p.m.
*Tuesday, April 4, at Brampton 7:30 p.m.

* if necessary
Contact : Further information can be obtained from Battalion Headquarters at (905) 874-2393.
Url: www.battalionhockey.com/hm/calendar.php?cal_id=10

Euchre Night
Orchid Chapter #189 of the Order of the Eastern Star of Ontario, Canada is having a dessert and euchre night on Wednesday, March 29th at 6:30 p.m. at the Masonic Centre, 955 Clark Blvd. in Brampton. Tickets cost $5. The proceeds of the night are to be used to support the many charities sponsored by the O.E.S. and the local charities to which Orchid Chapter contributes. Tickets may also be purchased at the door.
Contact : For more information or tickets, call 905-457-3160.

Salvation Army Easter Food Drive
Salvation Army Brampton Easter Food Drive begins March 29th to April 19th. Our goal this year is to receive 70,000lbs of donated non-perishable food items. Food items can be dropped off at your local fire station. Please call 905 451 8840 ext 37 to arrange a food drive within your school or business.
Contact : Molly Somers Community Relations Coordinator Brampton Salvation Army 115 West Drive
Email : mollysomers@bramptonarmy.ca

Spring Networking Event
Cost: FREE
Date: Wednesday, March 29, 2006
Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Location: SBEC - 33 Queen Street West, Brampton

Come out and meet other entrepreneurs...make some contacts, get some advice. 2 hours of skill building and practice to help you increase confidence and success

Contact : Call The Brampton Small Business Enterprise Centre to Register at 905-874-2650
Url: www.brampton-business.com/seminars.asp

Thursday March 30 2006

Parents Without Partners - 2005 Income Tax Preparation Information Night
A single parents support group will be hosting an information night on Thursday, March 30th for 2005 income tax preparation with Diane Spina from Revenue Canada at 7 p.m. at the Fortinos community room (Hwy 7 and Brisdale).
Contact : For more information, call Kandy at 905-874-1279.

Peel Brain Injury Parent Support
Our parent support group meeting this month is Thursday March 30th.
Upstairs at Loblaws, 5970 McLaughlin Rd.
(McLaughlin and Brittannia)
from 7-9, refreshments will be served.
There is no cost to attend.
Contact : Mary-Ellen Keyes 905-302-3412
Email : mkeyes@rogers.com

Professor's Lake Ladies Club Meeting
The Professor's Lake Ladies Club is meeting from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at Professor's Lake Recreation Centre, 1660 North Park Dr. This week: Tupperware with Nancy Brandolisio. Cost is $3.
Contact : For more information, call Julia at 905-456-3427.

Severance Package - Free Seminar
If you are, or will be a victim of cutbacks or fiscal restraints - our upcoming free seminars will be of particular interest.

Kris Sammy, C.F.P, FMA, CIM, FCSI, Director, Private Client Group, Portfolio Manager, Branch Manager & his team have successfully advised clients on severances and pension pkgs. from such corporations as Nortel, Bell, IBM, OMERS, Magna, Chrysler, Ford, Canadian Tire, Air Canada, Procter & Gamble & Ontario Power Generation Inc. among many others.

Would you like to...
• Fully understand the offer made to you
• Select the best severance/early retirement package option
• Prevent spouse losing up to 50% of pension upon your death
• Avoid mistakes that could cost you thousands in needless taxes
• Know what government benefits you’re entitled to
• Understand important differences between LIF, LRIF, annuity and how they impact your pension income.

Life insurance products provided through Dundee Insurance Agency Ltd.

Next Seminar Thursday, March 30th @ 7 pm at Holiday Inn Select (Dixie & Queen). Call to book your seat today. Space is limited. Coffee, tea & dessert will be served.
Contact : Dundee Securities Corporation, Wealth Management Division, 21 Queen St. E., 9th Floor. Brampton, ON. Call to reserve your seat: 905-450-6766 (Ext. 237)
Email : ksammy@dundeewealth.com
Url: teamsammy.dundeewealth.com

The 2nd Annual 'More than just Desserts' Extravaganza and Fashion Show
The Arthritis Society of Hamilton-Halton-Peel-Hamilton region is pleased to announce the second annual More than just Desserts Dessert Extravaganza and Fashion Show. Scheduled for Thursday March 30, 7 - 10 pm at the German Canadian Club Hansa, this event promises guests an evening you won't forget.

Considered "the ultimate girls night out!" More Than Just Desserts offers guests the opportunity to sample delicious desserts and hors d'oeuvre, as well as wine tasting, all while viewing the latest spring fashions. A fabulous silent auction will provide additional excitement as the guests have an opportunity to bid on some wonderful items.

That's where we need your help. The success of the event depends on sponsorships, registrations and donations. Your support will assist The Arthritis Society to achieve our objectives to provide education, support, and solutions to people living with arthritis, giving hope for a better life - today and tomorrow.

You can help by reserving a ticket, reserving a table for you and your friends or donating a silent auction item

DETAILS
Date: Thursday, March 30th
Time: 7pm - 10 pm
Place: Hansa House German Canadian Club (just North of 401 on Hwy 10, lights at driveway)

What does this event include:
- Fashion Show containing the latest spring fashions
- Silent Auction
- Tasting delicious desserts, hors d'oeuvre and wine
- Keynote speaker - Jo-Anne Sobie, Executive Director, The Arthritis Society

Ticket Prices:
« $30 per ticket (before February 28)
« $35 per ticket (after February 28)
« $225 for a table of 8 (before February 28)
« $265 for a table of 8 (after February 28)

All money received will go to the Arthritis Society.
Contact : The Arthritis Society at 905-455-6273
Url: www.arthritis.ca

The Irish Rovers at Heritage Theatre
The Irish Rovers at Heritage Theatre

Performances:
Thursday, March 30, 2006 - 8:00 pm

The Legend Returns!

Back by Popular Demand!

The Irish Rovers are back with their soulful blend of songs that are both humorous and sentimental. A rollicking good time that will have your toes tapping before you know it!

http://www.irishrovers.info/

Contact : Please call the Box Office at 905-874-2800 for more information.
Url: www.brampton.com/heritagetheatre/calendar.php?op=day&da=30&mo=3&ye=2006

The Wisdom Stories of Science and Indigenous Peoples
A workshop offered by the Sistering Group of Catholic Family Services of Peel Dufferin called The Wisdom Stories of Science and Indigenous Peoples will be held on Thursday, March 30th from 7:00 p.m to 9:00 p.m. at St. Anne's Parish, 115 Vodden St. E. in Brampton. The focus is: What can the wisdom of science teach us about being interdependent and interrelated with earth?
Contact : For more information, contact Jocelyn Kealey at Catholic Family Services of Peel Dufferin at 905-450-1608, ext. 116.

Friday March 31 2006

BPW Brampton Mentor Program
BPW Brampton is moving forward with our BPW Brampton Mentor Program.

We have taken a single mom and daughter under our wing to help them with building a new life here in Brampton.

If anyone is interested in helping our Mom and Daughter by contributing any items (clothing, shoes, toys, household items, etc.) or gift certificates, please contact Linda Ford or Lisa C. Sticht-Maksymec.
Contact : Linda Ford at 905-866-6616 or Lisa C. Sticht-Maksymec at 905-452-6870.
Email : lindaford@accesscareers.com

Brampton Battalion - First-round Playoff Game #5 (if necessary)
The Troops, champions of the Central Division, are seeded second in the conference and meet the seventh-seeded Bulls, third-place finishers in the East Division, in the playoffs for the first time.

Following is the series schedule:

Friday, March 24, at Brampton 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, March 26, at Brampton 2 p.m.
Monday, March 27, at Belleville 7:05 p.m.
Wednesday, March 29, at Belleville 7:05 p.m.
*Friday, March 31, at Brampton 7:30 p.m.
*Saturday, April 1, at Belleville 7:15 p.m.
*Tuesday, April 4, at Brampton 7:30 p.m.

* if necessary
Contact : Further information can be obtained from Battalion Headquarters at (905) 874-2393.
Url: www.battalionhockey.com/hm/calendar.php?cal_id=10

Chekhov longs… In the Ravine at Heritage Theatre
Chekhov longs… In the Ravine at Heritage Theatre Presented by Theatre Smith-Gilmore

Performances:
Friday, March 31, 2006 - 8:00 pm

A companion piece to last season’s Chekhov’s Shorts, this play is set in rural Russia in 1900. The story follows the collapse of a moneyed merchant family that is unaware that their own social standing is at the expense of their poor neighbours. This story has great emotional depth and the jaw-dropping set pieces make the play visually appealing.

http://www.theatresmithgilmour.com/shows.html

Contact : Please call the Box Office at 905-874-2800 for more information.
Url: www.brampton.com/heritagetheatre/calendar.php?op=day&da=31&mo=3&ye=2006

Hunter Douglas Sale
Two days only March 31 and April 1 2006. Save up to 50% Off. Bring in your window measurements and mention this ad to receive an additional $100.00 Off orders over $1000.00
Contact : Heritage Draperies 358 Main Street North, 905-454-0738
Email : heritagedraperies@rogers.com
Url: www.heritagedraperies.com

Melody Makers present "Tapestry"
Melody Makers present 'Tapestry', a show woven with the threads of music and dance to create a texture from around the world at the Cyril Clarke Library Theatre, 20 Loafers Lake Lane, Brampton. Show deates and times: Friday, March 31, 2006 & Saturday, April 1, 2006, at 8:00 p.m. and Sunday, April 2 at 2:00 p.m.
Contact : Theatre Box Office at 905-874-2800
Email : dolandry1@sympatico.ca

Open House Celebration
Downtown Brampton's Best Kept Secret! Casa Nova Housewares & Gifts located in Downtown Brampton is celebrating their 4th Anniversary! Join us on the weekend of March 31 to April 2 for HUGE savings throughout our store. Enjoy some complimentary specialty coffee & desserts. *FREE knife sharpening on premises throughout Open House event. *Limit 1 knife sharpening per person. We are located at 1 Nelson Street West, Unit 3 (across from the Heritage Theatre). Our store hours are Monday to Friday from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm and Saturday from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm. On Sunday we will be open from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Contact : For more information, contact Carlos at 905-450-8113.
Url: www.casanovahousewares.com

Progressive Euchre Night
Knights of Columbus Council 9235 is holding a progressive euchre night starting at 7:30 p.m. at St. Marguerite d'Youville Church, 2490 Sandalwood Pkwy. in Brampton. Cost is $5 per person. Cash prizes. All are welcome. Refreshments available.

Walk The Art! exhibition
Peel District School Board secondary students will participate this year in the sixth annual Walk The Art! exhibition. Twenty-six secondary schools will take part in the student art exhibition that provides the opportunity to showcase artwork that speaks to: social justice, equity, empowerment and The Future We Want. More than 100 pieces will be displayed in various media from Mar. 31 to Apr. 23 at the Living Arts Centre (Laidlaw Hall Gallery) in Mississauga. An evening reception on Apr. 5 will officially open Walk the Art! to the public.

Brampton Peel secondary schools participating in Walk the Art! include: Bramalea, Brampton Centennial, Central Peel, Chinguacousy, Fletcher's Meadow, Harold M. Brathwaite, Heart Lake, Mayfield, North Park, North Peel and Turner Fenton.

The opening reception of the Walk the Art! visual art exhibition will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. on Apr. 5 at the Mississauga Living Arts Centre, in Laidlaw Hall. The exhibit will be on display for community viewing from Mar. 31 to Apr. 23. Exhibit hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tues. to Sat. and 1 to 4 p.m. on Sun.
Url: www.peel.edu.on.ca/media/news2002/060327.htm