What’s On – Nov 24, 2011

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FRIDAY, NOV. 25

Cor Enterprises are have their annual Christmas Sale today from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Nov. 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Take 15 per cent off all regular in-stock items.

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The Brandon RHA Specialized Support Services is hosting a Baking Group from 1:30-3 p.m. at 7th Street Health Access Centre in the community kitchen. Join us in making delicious banana bread! All supplies provided free of charge. This event is open to all Specialized Supports clients, as well as elderly or disabled individuals living in the community. For more info, call 578-2360.

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Personal Computer Information Fridays will take place at Seniors for Seniors. Questions and answers by seniors who use computers regularly. Members: $3.40; Non-members: $4.50. Refreshments included. For more info, call 571-2050.

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The Rotary Club of Brandon’s book collection boxes have been removed from all locations to be refurbished. They will be replaced in their locations in mid-January 2012.

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Visit Canada’s National Artillery Museum. Experience Canadian military technology, art, culture and heritage up close and get face to face with the stories of Canada’s soldiers. Winter Hours: Monday to Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., closed weekends and holidays.

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“The PLUM” is 128 years young — the oldest public building in Souris, Manitoba. It is a museum and tea room. Open in the fall and winter months by appointment only. Call 483-2643 any time, and leave a message with your phone number.

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Visit Daly House Museum and see an original exhibit entitled “Every Citizen a Soldier.” This exhibit is in honour of the war years on the home front and explores the achievements of the Canadian war effort which supported tour troops overseas. Further construction of our Victorian Garden has had to wait until spring. We have raised over $80,000 so far, and have completed the brick walls and pillars in the center. The north retaining wall and iron fence are now in place. If you want to help please give a donation. This has become one of our best fundraisers, please help. Hours: Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m.-5 p.m. For more info, call 727-1722 or see us on Facebook.

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The Brandon General Museum and Archives is located on the ground floor of the old Manitoba Telephone building at 19 Ninth St. Regular hours are Tuesday to Saturday, 1 p.m.-4 p.m. Admission is free. Our inaugural exhibit is called “A Firm Foundation — Brandon’s Architectural Heritage” and represents images of many of the Wheat City’s architectural gems, including residential and commercial, educational and church architectural forms, as well as historical artifacts associated with these structures. For more info, call Stephanie 717-1514 or bgmainfo@ wcgwave.ca.

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Come enjoy afternoon dancing at the Central Community Centre every Friday from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Lunch provided. Admission $5. For more info, call Marjorie 727-3680 or Alda 728-8790.

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The Commonwealth Air Training Plan Museum, Hangar No. 1, Brandon Municipal Airport is open from 1-4 p.m., seven days a week. The Museum’s mission is to commemorate the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan by telling its story, preserving its artifacts, and paying tribute to the more than 18,000 RCAF personnel, who gave their lives during the Second World War. Admission: Adults $6; youth $4, family rate $13; six and under, free. For more info, call 727-2444 or visit airmuseum.ca

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Seniors for Seniors offers a Members Birthday Tea on the last Friday of each month at 3 p.m. Come celebrate members birthdays of the month. Cost: Free for birthday person. For more info, call 571-2050.

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Narcotics Anonymous group meets Fridays at St. Mary’s Church, 9:30 p.m.

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Seniors for Seniors Bridge Club at 1:30 p.m. at 311 Park Ave. E. Cost is $3.50 for members- $4.50 non-members. Everyone welcome. For info, call 571-2050.

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Weekly meat draws are held at the Royal Canadian Legion No. 3 in the lounge every Friday and Saturday from 4:30-6 p.m. for members and guests.

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Enjoy refreshments and fun on Friday afternoons with Rowdy Bunch games at 1:15 p.m. at Seniors for Seniors.

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Contract Bridge takes place Fridays at Valleyview Community Centre at 1:15 p.m. For more info, call Irene at 727-7961.

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Prairie Oasis offers exercise at 10 a.m.- Scrabble ($3) at 1 p.m.- and floor curling at 1 p.m. For more info, call 727-6641.

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Weekly meat draws are held at the Army, Navy and Air Force Club No. 10 in the lounge every Friday at 5:30 p.m. and Saturday at 5 p.m. All welcome for members and guests.

SATURDAY, NOV. 26

Trinity United Church is hosting a Christmas Cookies and More sale featuring tables of handicrafts, purses/bags, Ukrainian food, jewelery, jams and fruit cakes starting at 10:30 a.m. and the cookie sale starting at 11 a.m. For more info, call Enid 725-9898 or Barb 728-5636.

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Grace Lutheran Church is holding a Christmas ‘garage’ sale from 9 a.m. to noon.

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Prairie Social Singles dance with music by The Bad Land Bandits, will take place at the Shriners Hall at 8:30 p.m. Members $13; non-members $15. For more info, call Betty 728-6138 or Diane 483-3665.

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Ladies Auxiliary Fall Tea and Bake Sale will take place at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch No. 3 from 2-4 p.m. Admission is $3 at the door. Includes bake and craft tables, door prize, raffle ticket draw and silent auction.

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Westman Jams presents a Christmas Jam at Sprucewoods Community Club from 1-5 p.m. Includes silent auction and bake sale. Admission $5 per person or $10 per family. Proceeds donated to the IMC/Westman Jam Scholarship.

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Join Westman Wilderness Club for a hike/snow shoe around Moon Lake in Riding Mountain National Park. For more info, call Brenda 720-0610.

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The Habitat for Humanity Restore will be open on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Thursdays from 1-7 p.m. at the Southview Industrial Park (17th Street East and Eastern Access). Donations are accepted. For more info, call 726-4960.

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Zen Tao Chi-Kung Tai Chi is practised at the Southend Community Centre at 9 a.m. Beginners are welcome anytime. For more info, call Murray 726-8220; Doug 728-4976.

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The Brandon Hills Model Railroad Club meets every Saturday in their Club Room at The Town Centre from 10 a.m. to noon. Our last meeting at this location is Dec. 10 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m when we will have a Goodbye Exhibition for the public to run their own trains and get information on model layout construction. You could win our draw for a working H. O. model railway. We thank the Town Centre management for their 10 years of generous support. We are now looking for a new venue. Admission is free. for more info, call 727-5114.

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Dual Recovery Anonymous Group is a self-help peer support group for those who are looking to recover from being affected by both an addiction and a mental health issue. Meetings take place Saturdays from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and Wednesdays from 6:45-7:45 p.m. at the 7th Street Health Access Centre. For more info, call 578-4849 ext. 3675.

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Brandon Community Orchestra meets Saturdays at the Brandon University’s Kinsmen Rehearsal Hall from 9:30 a.m. until noon. For more info, call Jeff 726-8294.

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Divorced, widowed, single? Come join us. Prairie Social Singles, a group of people who like to play pool, dance, have coffee and make new friends. Contact Betty 728-6183 or Diane 483-3665.

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Overeaters Anonymous meets Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. For location and more info, call 727-4742.

SUNDAY, NOV. 27

Lessons and Carol Service featuring choral music and readings by community readers, will take place at St. Matthew’s Cathedral at 3 p.m. Offering will be for the Brandon Christmas Cheer.

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Westman Jams invites country, old-time and bluegrass musicians, singers and music lovers of all ages and abilities to join us for friendship, music and fun at the Sprucewoods Community Club (near Shilo) from 2-5 p.m. the last Sunday of the month. Entertainment is free, donations welcome. For more info, call Reg 763-4716 or Brenda 752-2153.

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Divorced? Separated? Need help? DivorceCare Support Group meets every Sunday until Dec. 6 at Bethel Christian Assembly from 1:30-3 p.m. Videos and discussion. For more info, or to register, call 727-0639.

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Club 77 Singles meet for brunch at Munday’s Restaurant at 11:45 a.m. sharp. For further info, call 727-2036 or 717-1042 or 728-6725.

MONDAY, NOV. 28

The post partum difficulties support group meet at 7 p.m. at the BRHC, Nurses’ Residence, West Lounge. We have occasional guest speakers. For more info, call 725-3010. Child care may be available if contacted four days in advance.

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Elks Lodge #14 meet at 8 p.m. at 1005 Assiniboine Avenue.

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Peace by Piece Quilt Group meet at Crocus Plains High School at 7 p.m. New members and beginner quilters are always welcome. Call Sheila 725-2418 for more info.

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Duplicate Bridge is at Valleyview Community Centre at 1 p.m. Call Cathy at 725-4972.

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No. 60 Royal Canadian Sea Cadet Corps Swiftsure is enrolling youth ages 12-18 in the Sea Cadet program Learn Marksmanship, Seamanship, Sailing and more at a little or no cost. Parades are at the Brandon Armoury on Monday evenings. For more info, call the Ships Office 728-3168 or Commanding Officer Lt. (N) Evelyn Gaboury 761-5623.

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Ki Rin ITF Taekwon-Do Club classes for ages seven and above are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 6 p.m. at 126 10th St. Parent and child classes. Call 724-5933 for info.

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Zen Tao Chi-Kung Tai Chi is practised at the Southend Community Centre at 9 a.m. Beginners are welcome anytime. For more info, call Murray 726-8220; Doug 728-4976.

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Brandon ANAF Steeltip Darts League has started up for the season. We have changed to Monday nights at the Army and Navy on 14th Street. Come join us in the fun and games. New members always welcome. For more info, call Mike 720-0388.

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Open House will be held at the East End Sunshine Club at 1:30 p.m. at the East End Community Centre, Victoria Avenue and Park Street. Cost is $2 and includes games of 500 and lunch. Everyone is welcome. For more info, call Ann at 727-1198.

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Taoist Tai Chi Society classes are held on Monday at 9:15 a.m.; Tuesday at 5:30 p.m.; Wednesday at 7 p.m.; Thursday at 1 p.m.; Saturday at 9 a.m. Beginners and 10 a.m. Continuing at St. Matthew’s Church. For more info call Kathryn at 571-0684.

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Weekly meat draws are held at the ANAF Brandon Unit No. 10 Mondays at 5 p.m. Members and guests.

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Keystone Dancers evening clogging 6-9 p.m. and line dancing 1-3:30 p.m. are every Monday at Royal Canadian Legion No. 3. Call Jean 725-2095 or Sally 727-8783.

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Brandon MCC Thrift Store at 414 Pacific Ave. now has new hours: Monday to Saturday, 10 am. to 4:30 p.m. with Thursdays open until 8 p.m. We have openings for new volunteers. Contact Shelly at 727-1162 or email bdn414@mymts.net or stop by the store.

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St. John Ambulance invites you to become a volunteer with our community service groups. Registration for our First Aid Volunteers (age 16 and up) will be accepted on any Monday evening (except holidays). Meetings are held at the St. John Ambulance Training and Community Services Centre in the Shoppers Mall Business Centre at 7 p.m. For more info, call 727-4466 or email info@brandon@mb.ca.

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Brandon Community Playgroups are open from 10-11:30 a.m. Monday at the West End Community Centre and Thursday at South End Community Centre. Cost is $2 per family, bring snack. Call Stacey 724-2573 for info.

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Seniors for Seniorsstitch and chat takes place every Monday at 1 p.m. and shuffleboard every Monday and Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. Cost for shuffleboard is $3.50 for members and $4.50 for non-member and includes refreshments. Call 571-2050 for more info.

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Prairie Oasis holds fundraising bingo at 1:15 and 6 p.m. Open to the public. This is a fundraiser for Meals on Wheels. Also Bean Bag Baseball at 10 a.m. For more info, call 727-6641.

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The SW Branch of Manitoba Genealogical Society Library is located at Knox United Church and is open Mondays (except on stat holidays) from 2-4 p.m. or by appointment by calling 725-3095. For more info about the society visit swmanitobagenealogy.ca.

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Sprucewoods Community Club (hall near Shilo) holds cribbage at 7:30 p.m. Cost $2. Bring a partner.

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Prairie Oasis Senior Centre offers hot, full course, home-cooked meals at 11:30 a.m. today and Thursday and noon on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. Cost is $8.

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Women in Harmony meet at Hillcrest Personal Care Home, 7 p.m., for an evening of song. For more info, call Naomi at 726-8569 or Linda at 726-4274.

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Adult Children of Alcoholics support group meets Mondays at 7 p.m. at St. Matthew’s Cathedral. For more info, call Larry/Kathy 570-2020.

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Assiniboine Kiwanis Club meets at 7 a.m. at the Canad Inns. Call Bob 726-5448 or Ralph 726-1314.

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UCT TRAVO bingo is held at the Brandon Friendship Centre. Doors open at 5 p.m. Early-bird games at 6:45 p.m. Regular games at 7:30 p.m.

TUESDAY, NOV. 29

Victoria and Linden Lanes joint ward meeting will take place at Westridge Community Centre at 7 p.m. Items of discussion: 2012 City Budget and other city and ward issues.

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Seniors for Seniors presents their annual Christmas Tea, Bake Sale and Trade Show from 1-4 p.m. Cost is $5 and tickets are available at the office or at the door. Come and browse our trade show displays and bake sale then enjoy coffee and dessert.

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A floor shuffleboard tournament will take place at Prairie Oasis. Enter as a team or individually. Cost is $5 per person. Call 727-6641 to register.• • •

Manitoba Lung Association offers asthma information sessions the last Tuesday of most months. Pre-registration is necessary by calling 725-4230.

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Shilo Military Family Resource Centre Thrift Shop, located at the Faith Centre (beside Our Lady of Shilo Chapel) is open to the general public. Hours: Tuesdays 1:30-3 p.m. and 6:30-8 p.m. as well as Thursdays 9-11:30 a.m. For more info, call MFRC 765-3000 ext. 3352 or 4558.

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Visit the 26th Field Regiment RCA/XII Manitoba Dragoons Museum. Come check our “on loan” Order of Canada medal as well as many other military artifacts at the Brandon Armoury. Open on Tuesdays 9 -11:30 a.m. and 1-4 p.m.

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Cribbage is played at ANAF at 7 p.m. Bring your partner.

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Cribbage is played at Branch No. 3 Royal Canadian Legion at 7:30 p.m. All welcome. For info, contact Joan at 728-7081.

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Ninja Tots classes are held Tuesdays at 5 p.m. and Sunday at 10 a.m. for 45 minutes at 126 10th St. Children must be between the ages of 4-6 years. Fun, bully proofing and fitness. For more info, call 724-5933.

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The Wheat City Carving Club meets every Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the Valleyview Community Centre on Whillier Drive. Everyone welcome.

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Square dance with the Brandon Circle Eights Square Dance Club Tuesdays at Seniors for Seniors at 7:30 p.m. Contact Ruth 728-4683 or Barb 725-1745 for more information.

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Sidney Community Centre bingo is held every Tuesday with early birds start at 6:45 p.m.; regular bingo at 7 p.m. and three building jackpots. Everyone welcome.

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Valleyview Cribbage is played at 1:30 p.m. Everyone welcome. Don’t need a partner. Call Gerry at 726-8358.

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Separated/Divorced Support Group meets Tuesdays at St. Augustine’s Church (downstairs) from 7-9 p.m. For more info or to register, call David 727-6674, Pat 727-2955 or Allison 724-4481. Join others who are working to heal and rebuild their lives.

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Tuesday Tops MB No. 3778 meet at St. Matthew’s Cathedral with weigh-in at 6 p.m. and meeting at 6:30 p.m. For more info, call Ellen 724-2537. Use 13th Street entrance.

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Pickup Shuffleboard will take place at Seniors for Seniors Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m. For more info, call 571-2050. Cost: $3.50 for members and $4.50 for non-members. Everyone welcome.

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Bipolar Support Group meets Tuesday at 7 p.m. at 7th Street Health Access. For more info, call Nora 578-4823 or Marilyn 725-0607.

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Central Happy Haven Club meets Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2 p.m. at Central Community Centre for cards (500) and are joined by the Handbells at 1:30 p.m. on Thursdays. For cards, call Doug 728-9430 and bells, call Eileen 728-1300.

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Prairie Oasis offers choir at 10 a.m.; floor shuffleboard at 1 p.m. every Tuesday. Cost is $3. For more info, call 727-6641. We are currently looking for people, who just love to sing all the old tunes to come and join us for fun and fellowship. We are also looking for a choir director. Call Jodee 727-6641 if interested.

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20/20 Toastmasters meet in Room 243 BRHC, 4:45 p.m. Call Shirley 726-5344; Patti 727-2042 or Bette 726-4191.

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Carousels and Dolls Museum is open Tuesdays through Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. View over 6,000 dolls, Barbies, antique, composition dolls and more. Volunteers are always welcome. For more info, call 728-1245.

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The Virden Legion Cadet Corps invites youth between the ages of 12 to 18 to come and check out the Cadet Corps. The Cadet Dragoons meet on Tuesdays from 6:45 to 9:30 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion Complex at 540 8th Ave. There are no registration fees, no uniforms, no insurance fees or activity fees, just a commitment to attend on a regular basis. For more info, call 748-3321.

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Diabetes and Heart Health Promotion located at 7th Street Health Access Centre, offers the opportunity to drop in and have your blood pressure taken on Tuesday afternoons. Call 578-2370 for information.

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Traditional Karate of Brandon holds classes and training for all belt levels Tuesdays and Thursdays 6-7 p.m. for children and 7-8 p.m. for adults. Locations are Tuesdays, West End Community Centre; Thursdays, East End Community Centre. Beginners welcome anytime. For info, call 728-2612.

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Hope Al-Anon Family Group meets at 8 p.m. in the basement at Knox United Church, (use east door). Call 571-3684.

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The Rotary Club of Brandon weekly meeting and luncheon at the Roadhouse, Canad Inns at 11:45 a.m. Call Don 727-0493

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Kiwanis Club of Brandon meets at noon at the Brandon University small dining room. Contact Peter at 729-8331.

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 30

South Centre ward meeting will take place at Central Community Centre at 7 p.m. Items of discussion: 2012 City Budget, police station and other city and ward issues.

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Alzheimer Society of Manitoba offers weekly support group for people with Dementia at the Westman Office Unit 4B from 10 to 11:30 a.m. For more info, call Grace 729-8320.

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Zen Tao Chi-Kung Tai Chi is practised at the Southend Community Centre at 7:30 p.m. Beginners are welcome anytime. For more info, call Murray 726-8220; Doug 728-4976.

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Dual Recovery Anonymous Group is a self-help peer support group for those who are looking to recover from being affected by both an addiction and a mental health issue. Meetings take place Wednesdays from 6:45-7:45 p.m. and Saturdays from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the 7th Street Health Access Centre. For more info, call 578-4849 ext. 3675.

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Seniors Ladies’ Shuffleboard Wednesdays at Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 3, 1 p.m. New members welcome. For more info, call Karen 728-0759 or Marion 726-3374.

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Club 77 Singles meet for coffee at McDonald’s on Richmond Ave. at 7:30 p.m. Drop in and join us. For more info, call 728-6725, 727-2036; 717-1042.

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Fairview Home needs volunteers. Residents need help to and from the area of the activities for Wednesday’s Variety Nights from 6-7:30 p.m. and every third Thursday evening. Please call Susan at 571-7478.

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71 Bty 2520 Royal Canadian Army Cadets meet Wednesday from 6:30-9 p.m. at the Brandon Armoury, 1116 Victoria Ave. Army Cadets is open to all youth, 12-18 years of age. For more info, call 728-7665.

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Prairie Social Singles meet for pool each Wednesday at 7 p.m at the ANAF Hall, followed by coffee at McDonald’s on Richmond Ave. For more info, call 728-6183 or 483-3665.

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Keystone Dancers Clogging beginners at 10 a.m., second year 11 a.m. and intermediate at 1 p.m. at the Legion Hall. Call Jean 725-2095 or Sally 727-8783.

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Come play Scrabble every Wednesday from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at the Army and Navy. Bring a friend. For more info, call Carol 726-1117 or Amy 728-3271.

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Prairie Oasis offers paint class at 9 a.m.; exercise at 10 a.m.; bridge ($3) at 1 p.m. every Wednesday. For info, call 727-6641.

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A playgroup is held at St. Matthew’s Cathedral from 10-11:30 a.m. All are welcome.

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Gamblers Anonymous meets Wednesdays and Sundays. Contact 571-3685 (24-hour service).

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Seniors for Seniors offers Senior Songbirds at 9:45 a.m. Cost: $1.50 for members; $2.50 for non-members; afternoon games at 1:30 p.m. every Wednesday. Cost $3.50 for members; $4.50 non-members; beginner line dance classes are every Wednesday from 1-2:30 p.m. with instructor Gerry Sproule. Cost each week is $3.50 for members and $4.50 for non-members; Yoga classes from 3-4 p.m. with instructor Shawna Burch. Cost is $3.50 for members and $4.50 for non-members. Please call to register.

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TOPS MB No. 5075 meets at Grand Valley Community Church, 18th St. N., with weigh-in 5:45 p.m., meeting 6:15 p.m. For more info, Evelyn 727-8985 or e-mail andy208@mts.net.

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Wheat City Al-Anon Family Group meets in the basement of St. George’s Anglican Church, side door, 8 p.m. Call 571-3684 for more information.

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Canadian Blood Services donor clinic at The Town Centre is open Wednesdays and Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 4 -7:30 p.m. and also the second Saturday of each month from 9 a.m. to noon. Call 1-888-2-DONATE. Walk-ins welcome.

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Westman Narcotics Anonymous Group meets at 7:30 p.m. at the AFM — Parkwood (rear entrance).

THURSDAY, DEC. 1

Brockie Donovan 14th annual Tree of Memories community candlelight memorial service will take place at Central United Church at 7 p.m. Refreshments to follow. Everyone is welcome. This event is free of charge and open to anyone who has lost a loved one. An ornament bearing the name of your loved one will be prepared for the Tree of Memories. Please call 729-7074 and we will prepare your ornament and will confirm your attendance.

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Books 4 Eternity will be holding a sale of their discount Christian books and bibles at McDiarmid Drive Alliance Church today through to Dec. 3 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Thousands of of books and bibles available at discount prices.

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Butterfly Kisses Miscarriage Support Group is open to anyone who is or has experienced the loss of a child through miscarriage. We meet at the Brandon Vineyard Community Church, 1327 Rosser Ave. at 7 p.m. For further info, call Thea 726-0779.

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The Brandon Amateur Radio Club meets at 7 p.m. at Forbidden Flavours at 1060 18th St. All interested are welcome. Call Dave 728-2463 for more info.

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Music Jam and Dance at the Melita Legion Hall from 1-5 p.m. Admission $4, children free. Join us for music, singing, and dancing. Bring your instruments and dancing shoes. For more info, call Norman 522-8120. Proceeds donated back to the community and to charity.

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Weekly bingos are held at the Royal Canadian Legion No. 3 banquet hall. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; early bird at 7 p.m.; regular games 7:30 p.m. All welcome!

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Navy League Cadets for boys and girls 9-13 years meet Thursdays from 6-8:30 p.m. at the Brandon Armoury.

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Seniors for Seniors offers cribbage at 9:30 a.m. Cost: $3.50 for members; $4.50 non-members; Out to Lunch, a home-prepared lunch – nutritious and varied is offered for $8. You must pre-register. For more info or if a ride is needed, call 571-2050.

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Zen Tao Chi-Kung Tai Chi is practised at the Westend Community Centre at 7:30 p.m. Beginners are welcome anytime. For more info, call Murray 726-8220; Doug 728-4976.

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Summit Toastmasters Breakfast Club meet every Thursday at 7 a.m. at Aaltos. For information, call Paddy 726-6480.

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Daytime TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets Thursdays at Hobbs Manor with weigh-in 1:15-1:45 p.m. and meeting at 2 p.m. No gimmicks, just sensible weight loss since 1948. For more info, call Betty 725-2691.

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Bingo takes place at the Sprucewoods Community Hall every Thursday with Share the Wealth at 6:20 p.m.; early birds 7 p.m.; regular games 7:30 p.m. There are 17 regular games; Jackpot $1,000 in 52 numbers; 7 special games which include Bonanza and a progressive Jackpot. Canteen open.

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Peer-facilitated eating disorder support groups are offered at 7 p.m. at Westwind Eating Disorder Recovery Centre. For more info, contact Lynne at 728-2499.

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SKY-HY Toastmasters meet in the Blue Room of Huggy’s Restaurant (Thunderbird Bowl) for a dinner meeting at 6 p.m. Call Gerry at 727-0197 for more info.

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Prairie Oasis offers Tai Chi at 10 a.m.; cribbage at 1 p.m.; fundraising bingo at 1:15 p.m. (open to the public) every Thursday. This is a fundraiser for Meal on Wheels. For more information, call 727-6641.

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Retired Educators’ Bridge meets at Valleyview Community Club at 1:15 p.m. Call Vicky 727-6261.

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Sprucewoods Community Club (hall near Shilo) holds bingo at 6:30 p.m. with early bird at 7 p.m. $1,000 in 52 numbers. Lottery Lic. No. 1185 BI BO.

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TOPS (Take Off Pounds 0ff Sensibly) MB #2152 meets at Knox United Church (17th St. entrance). Weigh-in 5:50-6:45 p.m., meeting 7 p.m. For more info, call Olive 728-2898 or 1-800-932-8677.

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Rotary Club of Brandon Sunset meets at 5:45 p.m. at Mum’s Restaurant, Wheat City Golf Course, in the private dining room. For further info, call 728-4924.

UPCOMING & MISCELLANEOUS

Prairie Oasis offers a free bus trip to the casinos of Winnipeg on Dec. 2. Leaves at 7:15 a.m. Call 727-6641 to book your seat.

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Portraits of Honour National Tour will be on display at CFB Shilo Dec. 3 from 1-5 p.m. and Dec. 4 from 10 a.m to 5 pm. inside the Multi-purpose Training Facility Building C-106 on Portsmouth Road. The Portraits of Honour tour is sponsored by the RCA Museum and the Kinsmen and Kinette Clubs of Brandon and Neepawa. For more info, visit their website at portraitsofhonour.ca

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Steppin’ Out Dance will take place Dec. 3 at the Brandon Legion Hall from 8 p.m to midnight with music by Country Expressions. Tickets are $12 at the door. For more info, call 726-4091.

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Christmas Dessert Tea and Bake Sale will take place Dec. 3 from 2-3 p.m. at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church.

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A.C.W. Christmas Tea, Bake Sale and Novelty Fair will be held Dec. 3 at St. Matthew’s Cathedral from 2-4 p.m. Featuring home baking, white elephant treasures, crafts, candy, etc. Come listen to Christmas Carols being on the grand piano while you enjoy British-style cream tea!

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Roseland South Brandon Community Club is holding its annual pancake breakfast Dec. 4 from 9 a.m. to noon. Adults $8; 6-12 years $4; under 6 are free. Directions: go south on No. 10 Highway to the Gun Club and turn right on Glencairn Road. Go 4.5 miles and you will see the Community Club on the north side of the road.

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Knox United Church invites you to A Taste of Christmas on Dec. 4 with two seatings at 4:30 p.m. and 6 p.m. Adults $12; 6-12 years $5 and 5 and under are free. Tickets available at the church office 727-6975. Take-out and delivery are available – order by Dec. 2 for delivery between 4-5 p.m. For further info, call Sharon 728-0541 or Marguerite 725-1971.

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Seniors for Seniors has a bus tour going to the Christmas Open House at the Manitoba Legislature in Winnipeg on Dec. 10 from 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. This includes two meals and tours of the legislative building, the St. Boniface area and the Island of Lights at Portage la Prairie. Cost is $80 per person. Call 571-2053 to register.

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Prairie Oasis is having an Amway Fundraiser. If you love the products but don’t know where to get them, now you do. Between now and Christmas order your favorite Amway products and 10 per cent of all retail sales goes to Prairie Oasis. For more info, call Jodee at 727-6641.

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Westman Aphasia Inc. is looking for volunteers who can assist with providing services and programs to individuals in the Brandon area. This would require 1-2 hours per week, or as available, during program times. A speech pathologist and a social worker will provide ongoing supervision and education with the experience. Individuals interested in accessing resources or programs offered by the Brandon Aphasia Project can contact 571-0802 or brandonaphasia@mts.net.

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Victoria Landing Retirement Residence has a volunteer opportunity available for a healthy-minded individual to lead our chair exercise program. Classes are Monday and Friday from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Required time commitment would be about four times per month. Please call Peggy at 571-6000.

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If you have had Type 2 diabetes for five years, are 50 years or older and would be willing to participate in a research study about your experiences in coping with this disease, please contact Dr. Bowman at Brandon University at 727-7397.

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Fairview Home needs volunteers to help with Bible study, reading groups and Saturday afternoon programs. If you can help with any of these programs, please contact Rosslym at 571-7478.

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Breast Cancer Centre of Hope offers a community contact program with reading and video materials available. Call Helena at 726-8315.

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YWCA Westman Women’s Shelter runs a support group for women who have experienced domestic violence. Call 727-3644 for more information.

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Valleyview Care Centre needs volunteers: van driver with class 4 license for outings, pool, shuffleboard, reading, outside walks, and friendly visits. Please call Cheryl LaRocque or Rosemarie Novalkowski 578-3416.

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The Brandon Parent Child Toy Lending Library, located inside the Brandon Library, is an organization which encourages family play by providing hundreds of fun, educational toys and games to its members. It is run by volunteer members and is open four days a week. For more information, call Sherry at 727-5302 or Rochelle at 729-0428 or toylibrary@mts.net.

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The Brandon Aphasia Project is an organization that provides specialized services to those with aphasia and their families as they learn to cope with living with severe communication impairment. We are looking for volunteers to assist with providing services to individuals as well as individuals interested in accessing resources or programs offered. There is no fee. For more info, call 571-0802 or brandonaphasia@mts.net.

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Westman Hospice provides an additional community resource for persons living with a life-altering illness. Trained volunteers provide this service to persons living at home or in hospital. Outreach service may be requested by an individual, caregiver, family member or friend. To request service and-or more information, please call 727-1745.

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Meals on Wheels provide hot, nutritious meals five days a week to seniors, persons recovering from illness, disabled clients or post operative surgical patients for $8. Phone 727-6641 for more information or to register for this service.

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The Women’s Resource Centre is seeking Board of Director member volunteers. We provide resources for women who have many different needs, including domestic violence counselling, children and youth counselling, technology use, workshops, group counselling, rental and job postings, and much more. For more info, Lisa 726-8632 or program.twc@wcgwave.ca