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Winnipeg Free Press (Newspaper) - February 07, 2014, Winnipeg, Manitoba C M Y K PAGE A19 winnipegfreepress. com YOUR HEALTH WINNIPEG FREE PRESS, FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2014 A 19 my vita. ca 204.984.9599 6 STORES TO SERVE YOU Good health is about smart choices. Make today a smart choice day. Talk to one of our C ertified N atural P roducts A dvisors about your choices. live well. live local. live vita. Winnipeg's finest selection of organic, local and natural foods, quality supplements and natural health and beauty products. The Winnipeg Humane Society is calling out to supporters for donations of gently used books and DVDs of all genres. Drop off items at The Winnipeg Humane Society's shelter, 45 Hurst Way to Feb. 10. No magazines. Fundraising sale, Feb. 16 & 17 ( Louis Riel Day), noon- 6 p. m. All proceeds from the sale will be directed towards caring for the animals in the shelter and around the community. University of Manitoba Department of Human Nutritional Sciences is looking for healthy Caucasian volunteers from 50 to 80 years of age to take part in a study. We plan to investigate if egg consumption can help visual function in older adults. Participants will receive all results and a $ 30 gift card. Information: Chelsey Walchuk 204- 997- 5286 or umwalchu@ myumanitoba. ca. St. Alphonsus R. C. Parish 100th Anniversary, Oct. 10- 12. Information: 204- 661- 3829 or stals100anv@ shaw. ca. University of Manitoba Department of Psychology are looking for individuals who have been diagnosed with Asperger syndrome, high functioning autism, or pervasive developmental disorder- not otherwise specified to participate in a visual processing study. Individuals will complete two computerized tasks and must be over the age of 18 years and have normal or corrected to normal vision. Information: 204- 480- 1248. Calvin Christian School open house every Thursday now- March 20, 7: 30 a. m.- 5 p. m. Dessert information evenings, 7: 30 p. m.: Elementary Campus, k- Grade 6, Feb. 27, 245 Sutton Ave.; Collegiate Campus, Grades 7- 12, Feb. 20, 706 Day St. Information: www. calvinchristian. mb. ca. Grand Marais Family Festival 13th Annual Feb. 7, 8, 9, Grand Marais Rec Hall, 90 Matilda Ave. Grand Marais. Come out for a fun filled family weekend. Information: face book page Grand Marais Family Festival. Bows, Broads and Bullseyes Archery Club , a ladies- only club, meets Feb. 7 & 21, March 7 & 21 & April 4, 7- 9 p. m., Heights Archery. Information: http:// members. shaw. ca/ bowsbroadsbullseyes. Climb for a Cause Earl Grey Community Centre, 360 Cockburn St. N., Feb. 7 - Feb. 8, 8 p. m. - 1 a. m. Charity fundraiser in support of SOS Children's Villages as a local Winnipegger sets off to climb Mount Kilimanjaro. SOS Children's Villages is the worlds largest charity for orphaned and abandoned children. Tickets: sosclimb@ gmail. com, $ 10. Nearly New Shop Sweetheart Sale, Feb. 7- 15, Monday to Saturday, 10 a. m.- 4 p. m., 961 Portage Ave. All proceeds from the Nearly New Shop go to the Children's Hospital Foundation of Manitoba. Information: 204- 772- 3629. Finnish Canadian Club Friendship/ Valentine's Day dinner and dance, Feb. 14, 6: 30 p. m., Scandinavian Centre, 764 Erin St. The Sill- i- tones will be playing waltzes, tangos and other dance music. Tickets: John Salmi 204- 895- 2781 or jsalmi5@ shaw. ca, $ 30 by Feb. 7. Sagkeeng Spay & Neuter Initiative Program ( S. S. N. I. P.) 2nd Anniversary Dog Adoption, Feb. 8, noon- 4 p. m., The Wildewood Club, 761 North Dr. There will be adoptable dogs, a silent auction and a 50/ 50 draw. Free. Valentine's Ceilidh Silver Heights United Church, 99 Garrioch Ave. ( Near Ness & Mt. Royal Rd.), Feb. 8, 7 p. m. Come join our Valentine's Ceilidh, brought to you by Winnipeg's Scottish Country Dancers. Tickets $ 5 at the door. Information: www. rscdswinnipeg. ca or 204 284 4667. Norwegian Canadian Club hosts the Scandinavian Cultural Centre's Sunday brunch, Feb. 9, 11 a. m. to 1: 30 p. m., 764 Erin St., $ 13.50 adults; $ 6 children, ages 8- 12; ages 7 and under, free. Reservations: 204- 774- 8047. Oleg & Friends recital Feb. 9, 7: 30 p. m., Broadway Disciples United Church, 396 Broadway. Featuring Jeremy Buzash, violin and Oleg Pokhanovski, piano. Tickets: $ 20/ 15/ 7. Big Love Large Breed Dog adoption event, Pooches Playhouse, 1320 Concordia Ave. E., Feb. 9, noon - 4 p. m. Smooches for Pooches kissing booth, local vendors, baking for not only the 2 legged but for the 4 legged as well, silent auction and much more. See local Retailers : Snuggle Wraps dog jackets Shadow's Mission custom dog beds, stairs and houses, homemade natural dog treats from Dancing Dog Treats. Meet the Canadian Animal Blood bank and find out. Free admission. Ukrainian Catholic Women's League of Canada Valentine luncheon, Feb. 9, 12: 30- 3 p. m., St. Joseph's Ukrainian Catholic Church, 250 Jefferson Ave. Tickets: $ 10, $ 5 youth 6- 12, children under 5 free at Delores 204- 586- 2526. White Cross Guild Just Like New to You thrift shop, 635 Portage Ave. Pictures & Frame Sale ( buy one & get one free), Feb. 10 to 15. Store Hours: Tuesday to Friday 10 a. m. to 4 p. m. and Saturdays 11 a. m. to 3 p. m. All proceeds go to the Health Sciences Center for the betterment of patient care, comfort and research. MS Society of Canada, Manitoba Division Office Advocacy Workshop, 100- 1465 Buffalo Place, Feb. 10, 6: 30 p. m. - 8: 30 p. m. to help you learn how to advocate for yourself in the health care system, in employment situations or for LTD/ CPP issues and more. Register: Ellen Karr 204- 988- 0917 or ellen. karr@ mssociety. ca. Free. Just Desserts Cookbook Club Charleswood Public Library, 5014 Roblin Blvd, second Tuesday of the month until Feb. 11, 6: 30 p. m. - 7: 30 p. m. Free. Manitoba Psychological Society Kids and Money: Raising Financially Competent Children Millennium Library, Buchwald Room, 251 Donald St., Feb. 11, 7 p. m. - 8: 30 p. m. with Dr. Moira Somers, Clinical Psychologist. Register: hwtuck1@ mymts. net. Free. Friendship Force of Winnipeg monthly meeting, Feb. 12, noon, Holiday Inn South, 1330 Pembina Highway. Worldwide cultural exchange organization which promotes world peace through personal friendships. Changing The way You See the World. Reservations: Elizabeth 204- 452- 5299 or www. friendshipforcewinnipeg. org. OCD Centre Manitoba Inc. comedy night fundraiser, Feb. 12, 8 p. m., Rumor's, 2025 Corydon Ave. Comedian, Sean Patton. Tickets, $ 12, 100- 4 Fort St. Manitoba Underdogs Rescue fundraiser Windsor Hotel, 187 Garry St., Feb. 12, 8 p. m. Dog donations such as dog food, leashes, and teddy bears for puppies. Information: www. manitobaunderdogs. org. The Help Wanteds, Heartbeat City and M & M Meats. $ 10. Self- Compassion and Well- Being University of Winnipeg, Room 4L28, 515 Portage Ave., Feb. 12, 12: 30 p. m. - 1: 30 p. m. with Dr. Michael McIntyre, University of Winnipeg Psychology Department. Free. Consular Services Available in Winnipeg Feb. 13 & 14. Appointments: https:// evisaforms. state. gov/ acs/ default. asp? postcode= WNN& appcode= 1. South Winnipeg Family Information Centre offers: Triple P ( positive parenting program): Feb. 13, 7- 9 p. m. Anxiety in adults workshop: Real, Disabling and Treatable: Feb. 18, 7- 8: 30 p. m. Communicating with your Pre Teen and Teen: Feb. 20, 27, March 6 and 13, 7- 9 p. m. 800 Point Rd. ( lower level, Fort Garry United Church. Register: 204- 284- 9311 or www. swfic. org. Say, " I love you", The Winnipeg Golden Chordsmen way. A Barbershop Quartet will serenade your loved one at work, at home, at a restaurant, at the gym, or anywhere in Winnipeg, Feb. 14, 8 a. m. and 9 p. m. $ 40 ($ 50 for a guaranteed time delivery). Your chosen one will receive: two love songs, a rose, a chocolate heart, a personalized card, a digital picture capturing the moment. Information: 204- 269- 3729. Donburi lunches on alternating Fridays Feb. 14 & 28; March 14 & 28; April 11 & 25, noon- 2 p. m., Manitoba Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre, 180 McPhillips St. Free parking. Fort Garry Historical Society annual general meeting Pembina Trail Library, 2724 Pembina Highway, Feb. 15, 2 p. m. Guest Speaker: Oriole Veldhuis, author of " For Elise". Free admission. Fort Garry Legion cocktail, spud and steak, Feb. 15, 5: 30 p. m., 1125 Pembina Hwy. Meat draw, Chase the Ace and entertainment featuring Tanis T. New Winter Artisan and Trade Market Feb. 15, March 1 & 15, 10 a. m.- 2 p. m., 28A St. Andrews Rd., St. Andrews. Information: Arlene, 204- 800- 1957. Elmwood Legion Br. # 9, Sweetheart Dance, Feb. 15, 7 p. m.; St. Patrick's Day Celebration, March 15, 7 p. m., McConnell Irish Dancers, St. Andrew's Pipes & Drums and Emcee Andy McGrath, 920 Nairn Ave. Silver Heights United Church New to You Sale, Feb. 15, and March 15, 9 a. m.- 1 p. m., 199 Garrioch Ave. Great deals on gently used household items, clothing, toys, music, books. Ladies Auxiliary of the Norwood St. Boniface Legion 8th Annual Festival Pancake Breakfast, Feb. 16, 10 a. m.- 1 p. m., The Norwood Legion Branch # 43, 134 Marion St. Entertainment The Southglen Fidlers and Shelley Glover and Dan Vandale serve pancakes. Tickets: 204- 475- 9921, $ 6, children 10 and under $ 3. Crescent Park Rescue 2nd annual Skate Fest, Feb. 16, 1 p. m., Crescent Dr. Park. Activities: family skating, hockey, toboganning, crosscountry skiing or snowshoeing. Black History Month celebrations Musaic under the auspices of Chamber Orchestra Without Borders, Feb. 16, 7 p. m., Shaw Performing Arts Centre, The Forks. Tickets: $ 15, $ 10 students. Ukr. Cdn. Vet.' s Branch 141 Legion A. R. Cash show, Feb. 17, 1 - 5 p. m., 618 Selkirk Ave. $ 7. Information: 204- 589- 6315. White Cross Guild Just Like New to You thrift shop, 635 Portage Ave. Bag of Books Sale, Feb. 17 to March 1. All proceeds go to the Health Sciences Center for the betterment of patient care, comfort and research. Store hours: Tuesday to Friday 10 a. m. to 4 p. m. and Saturdays 11 a. m. to 3 p. m. Access River East offers the following ( call 204- 938- 5000): individual counselling through A& O, 204- 956- 6440. Support groups: 204- 940- 2114, diabetes, first Tuesday 10- 11 a. m.; caregivers, last Thursday, noon, 1590 Henderson Hwy., register; visually impaired, second Friday, 1: 30- 2: 30 p. m., 1590 Henderson Hwy.; Parkinson's, last Tuesday, 6: 30 p. m., 200 McIvor Ave.; Alzheimer's, third Wednesday, 3: 30 p. m., Donwood Manor, 204- 943- 6622. Family strengthening mental wellness, first Wednesday of the month, at Access River East, 204- 253- 9641; Meni�re's support group, 204- 975- 3037 or www. chha- mb. ca; Continuity Care, support for parents caring for an adult child with a disability, first Thursday, 204- 779- 1679. Health education and workshops: 204- 940- 2114. Get Better Together, 204- 632- 3927 or www. getbettertogether. ca; diabetes education, fourweek sessions, register 204- 938- 5000; It's All About Us: Seniors Helping Seniors, Wednesdays 10 a. m.- noon, Lion's Place, 610 Portage Ave., Lynn 204- 247- 5918. Access Transcona offers the following ( 204- 938- 5555): individual counselling through A& O. Call 204- 956- 6440. support- group meetings, 204- 940- 2114; diabetes education, four- week session, 204- 938- 5555; Diabetes support group Feb., 2- 3 p. m.; Widow( er) to Widow( er) six- week support group, 204- 956- 6440; dementia support group, first Wednesday 10- 11: 30 a. m., 209 Yale Ave. W., 204- 222- 9879; visually impaired support group, 204- 222- 9879; family strengthening mental wellness meets the first Wednesday of the month, 1: 30- 3: 30 p. m., Access River East, information 204- 334- 4404 or 204- 253- 9641; hard- of- hearing support group, Abundant Life Church, 1 p. m., 204- 222- 9879; It's All About Us: Seniors Helping Seniors, Wednesday, 10 a. m.- noon, Lion's Place, 610 Portage Ave., Lynn 204- 237- 5918. Health education & workshops: 204- 940- 2114; Transcona Book Club meets second Thursday of the month, 2- 4 p. m., Transcona Library, register Liz 204- 222- 1610; falls- prevention assessment and education, 204- 940- 2114; 55- plus dining experience, congregate meal program, Transcona Memorial United Church, 209 Yale St. Monday & Wednesday, 4: 30 p. m., reservations 204- 222- 5947; Discover Transcona Wednesday walking group, 1: 30- 2: 30 p. m., 204- 940- 2114; Hi Neighbour early- morning walking program, 204- 938- 5555. Adult Leisure Program Congregation Shaarey Zedek, March 3, register by Feb. 27 and March 17, register by March 13, noon - 1: 30 p. m. The Adult Leisure Program offers seniors in our community opportunities to enjoy musical entertainment, stimulating speakers, delicious lunches and social interaction. 204- 452- 3711. Lunch $ 9, lunch and transportation $ 11. A & O: Support Services for Older Adults 400 Stradbrook Ave., first Sunday of the month now - March 27, presents: Mondays, pilates 1: 30 - 2: 30 p. m.; Tuesdays, tai chi 10: 30 - 11: 30 a. m.; Wednesdays; Qi Gong 1: 30 - 2: 30 p. m.; Thursdays, yoga 11: 15 a. m. - 12: 15 p. m.; Fridays, Zumba Gold 1: 30 - 2: 15 p. m. 12 free presentations to choose from. Register: 204- 956- 6490. Information: www. ageopportunity. mb. ca. A & O: Support Services for Older Adults Age & Opportunity West End, first Sunday of the month now - March 27, presents the following programs in the West End, Clifton Community Centre, 1315 Strathcona St: Wednesdays, line dancing 1 - 2 p. m.; ballroom dancing 1 - 2 p. m.; Fridays, belly dancing 10 - 11 a. m. Register: 204- 975- 5167. Information: www. ageopportunity. mb. ca. Alzheimer Society seminar Keeping the Aging Brain Healthy, Windsor Park United Church, Feb. 19, 2 p. m., 1062 Autumnwood Dr. Archwood 55Plus Program and Activities Archwood Community Centre, Jan. to March: Yoga Fit, Nordic pole walking, Zumba Fit, Low Impact Cardio, Total Body Workout, Line Dancing, Painting/ Drawing, Bowling &# 38; Pickle Ball. Bus Trips to Moose Jaw on May, Duluth, Minn. on July 2014. Information: 204- 416- 1067 or archwood55plusinc. weebly. comarchwood55@ gmail. com or archwood55plusinc. weebly. com. Bee Wellness for Older Adults & Others , 105- 4910 Roblin Blvd., geared to older adults and others with chronic health issues ( MS, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, etc.). We offer health and wellness programs and one- on- one functional rehab. Information: 204- 832- 2077. CARP ( Canadian Association of Retired Persons) cribbage tournament $ 5, first Tuesday of the month 1 p. m. Prizes, 50/ 50 draw. Information: Gerry 204- 837- 4026 . Carp ( Canadian Association of Retired Persons) meet the 1st Wednesday of the month, 9: 30 a. m., ANAVETS # 283 - 3584 Portage Ave. Guest speaker and/ or discussion topics at each meeting. Information: Ann- Marie 204- 831- 1320 or abhowe@ shaw. ca. Cribbage tournament $ 5 the 1st Tuesday of the month, 1 p. m., 3584 Portage Ave. Prizes - 50/ 50 Draw. Information: Gerry 204- 837- 4026. Charleswood Senior Centre offers a vast array of educational, recreational, fitness, health and social opportunities for those 55 plus. Information: 204- 897- 5263 or info@ charleswoodseniorcentre. org or www. charleswoodseniorcentre. org. Corydon Community Centre offers the following: bingo, Mondays, 7 p. m., Crescentwood site, 1170 Corydon Ave. and Thursdays, 7 p. m., Sir John Franklin site, 1 Sir John Franklin Rd.; bridge, Mondays, 1 p. m., Crescentwood site; lap skating, Mondays, 10: 45 a. m. and Wednesdays, 1: 30 p. m., River Heights site, 1370 Grosvenor Ave.; walking club, Mondays and Thursdays, 9: 30 a. m., various locations; art classes, Tuesdays, 10 a. m., Crescentwood site or Wednesdays, 10 a. m., River Heights site or Thursdays, 1 p. m., Crescentwood site; cribbage, Tuesdays, 1 p. m., Crescentwood site; quilting, Wednesdays, 5: 30 p. m., Crescentwood site; Wednesdays For Seniors, 1st Wednesday of month, 1: 30 p. m., Temple Shalom, 1077 Grant Ave., or 2nd Wednesday of month, 12: 30 p. m. ( lunch), River Heights site, or 3rd and 4th Wednesday of month, 1: 30 p. m., River Heights site; badminton, Thursdays, 1 p. m., Crescentwood site. Information: 204- 488- 7000 or www. corydoncc. com. Dakota 55- plus Lazers , Jonathan Toews Community Centre, offers: Monday cribbage; Tuesday line dancing, floor curling; Wednesday public skating, whist and various health and education programs; Thursday floor shuffle, Kraft Korner. Information: Karen 204- 254- 1010 ext. 206. Dufferin Senior Centre activities: Monday 9: 45 a. m. shuffleboard, 1 p. m. bingo; Wednesday noon, soup & perogy lunch. Perogies also available for sale. Every second Saturday noon- 4 p. m. dance with a fourpiece band and light lunch. Information: 204- 986- 2608. Earl Grey Seniors Earl Grey Community Centre, every Wednesday, drop- in social bridge, coffee and refreshments every Wednesday, 1- 4 p. m. Earl Grey Community Club , 360 Cockburn St. N. offers Monday, 7: 30 to 9: 30 p. m., 20 hands of whist. East St. Paul/ Transcona Seniors Curling welcomes senior men and women Wednesdays and/ or Fridays, 10 a. m. Oct. to March. Information: esptranculring@ gmail. com, www. esptrancurling. ca, Jim 204- 334- 6591 or Brian 204- 6769- 4795. 55 Plus North Centennial Seniors offer: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, dry land chair exercises, dry land mat exercises. Aqua fitness movements & chair Zumba and Zumba gold. Mondays, carpet bowling starts 12: 30 p. m., Shirley 204- 897- 7944. Feldenkrais Method exercise class Rady Jewish Community Centre, the 1st of every month until March 25, 11 - 11: 50 a. m. Feldenkrais Method is a revolutionary approach to health and fitness, also call Awareness through Movement; people of any age and condition can learn to move more comfortably; it helps to relieve pain, enhance flexibility and recover from physical or emotional stress. First class free; $ 50 members ( 10 weeks), $ 70 nonmembers. Fort Garry Legion , Texas hold ' em Mondays 7 p. m.; cribbage Thursday, 7: 30 p. m.; branch bingo Fridays, 7: 30 p. m.; meat draw and supper Saturday, 6 p. m. 204- 284- 8027. General Sir Sam Steele Legion Br. No. 117 offers the following: luncheon & dance, Wednesdays 11: 30 a. m.- 2: 45 p. m., $ 8; Texas Hold- em poker Wednesdays, 7 p. m. and Saturdays 1 p. m., $ 40; bingo Fridays, 7 p. m.; Find The Joker Fridays around 9: 30 p. m.; karaoke Saturdays 7 p. m. Gentle Yoga Tuesdays, 10- 11 a. m., 2645 Portage Ave. Register: Lorraine Marek sjmarek@ mts. net or 204- 832- 1141. Glenwood Community Centre offers: social bridge every Friday, 12: 30 p. m. Information: Sylvia 204- 256- 9779 or Audrie 204- 414- 0205. SMART ( Seniors Maintaining Active Roles Together) program Wednesday, 9: 30- 10: 30 a. m. Seniors badminton Tuesdays and Thursdays, 204- 253- 2542. Good Neighbours Active Living Centre 720 Henderson Hwy. offers the following programs and services to 55+: expressive arts, fitness classes, educational classes, workshops, presentations and more. Bookstore, Monday 1- 4 p. m. & Tuesday- Friday, 10 a. m.- 4 p. m., Hobnobs Caf� offers soups, sandwiches & more Monday- Friday, 10 a. m.- 1 p. m. Information: 204- 669- 1710 or www. gnalc. ca. Granite Senators Curling seniors mixed curling group curls every Tuesday & Thursday, 1: 30 p. m., Granite Curling Club, 1 Granite Way. Information: Denis 204- 489- 8734. Greendell 55+ Badminton, Greendell Park Community Centre senior men and women Mondays and Thursdays, 12: 45- 2: 45 p. m., Wednesdays, 9- 10: 45 a. m. Information: 204- 256- 6939 or patrickg46@ yahoo. com. Gwen Secter offers the following: shuttle bus every Wednesday morning; looking for bridge players, Tuesday, 1- 3 p. m., call Elaine, 204- 339- 1701; looking for volunteer computer instructors for Tuesday mornings; Hanukkah party with Cantor Mass; Wednesday Simcha Program, Feb. 12, 11: 30 a. m., Executive Director Marilyn's Adventure Israel Slide Show; Wednesday Simcha program, Feb. 19, 11: 30 a. m. with entertainment by Music ' N' Mavens. Henderson Hwy. Legion 215, 3600 De Vries offers the following: all Jet games; Tuesday crib night; Wednesday chase the ace wing night; Thursday darts; Friday & Saturday meat draw & live bands. Information: 204- 338- 4867. High Steppers Seniors is a club for older or frail seniors who want a weekly outing from their southeast Winnipeg home. Information: 204- 619- 8477 to arrange your first free visit on a Wednesday or Thursday. Information: www: highstepperswpg. com. Home Maintenance Program, Good Neighbours Active Living Centre offers a home- maintenance program for older adults 55+ looking for various types of help within their home. Information: 204- 806- 1303 or hmprogram@ gnalc. ca. Kirkfield Streamliners, Hedges Middle School, offers a lose- weight and lightresistance strength exercise customized for seniors of all ability and mobility levels, from certified seniors specialist, Thursdays, 7: 15 p. m. Rose 204- 888- 2447. Macintosh User Group for Seniors ( MUGS) meetings held on the second Tuesday of the month, Sept. through June, 9 a. m. to noon, Bronx Park Community Centre, 720 Henderson Hwy. McBeth House Centre Inc., 31 McBeth St., off Main St. offers the following to 55- plus: Monday, quilting, 9 a. m.- 2 p. m.; Wednesday, cribbage 7- 10 p. m.; Thursday, porcelain painters, 10 a. m.- 2 p. m.; Friday, whist, 7- 10 p. m. Accepting new members. Information: 204- 334- 0432. The Norberry- Glenlee Community Centre offers the following programs: square dance, Mondays, 6: 30- 10 p. m.; seniors bingo, Tuesday, 11 a. m.- 2: 45 p. m.; bridge, Wednesday, noon- 3 p. m.; Red River Seniors cards, Thursday, 11: 30 a. m.- 3 p. m.; Light & Lively fitness: intermediate, Monday, Wednesday and Friday morning and beginner, Monday & Friday morning. Pickleball every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, noon- 3 p. m., www. norberryglenlee. ca. 204- 256- 6654. North Y Seniors is a group of 55+ seniors who use the pool and/ or gym at North Centennial Leisure and Recreation Centre up to four times a week. You don't need to swim to join. If you want to stay fit at your own pace, and meet some new friends: Information: nymembership@ gmail. com or come to the pool on Tuesday or Friday 1: 30 - 3 p. m. and ask for Sandy. Pembina Active Living 55+ offers: Seniors Yoga starts, Feb. 18, 11: 45 a. m.- 12: 45 p. m., Fort Garry Community Centre, 880 Oakenwald Ave. Free concert by Manitoba Conservatory of Music and Arts musicians, Feb. 13, 1: 30 p. m., Grace Christian Church, 50 Barnes St. Information: www. pal55plus. ca or 204- 046- 0839. 60- Plus Club of Rossmere District , ( Elmwood Curling Club) is looking for retired individuals to fill roster spots in their senior men's ( Tuesday & Thursday) and senior mixed ( Friday) curling programs. 10 a. m. start time each day. Ralph 204- 667- 4364. Prendergast Seniors Club 55+ group 906 Cottonwood Rd. room 20, offers: cribbage Monday & Wednesday, 12: 30- 3: 30 p. m.; Whist, Thursday, 12: 30- 3: 30 pm., exercises, Tuesday & Friday, 9: 30- 10: 30 a. m.; luncheon every 4th Wednesday, 11: 30 a. m.- 1 p. m. Information: Joe or Mary 204- 254- 8390. River East Meal Program every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, noon, 1100 Henderson Hwy. $ 6.50. Information: 204- 338- 6284. Seine River Seniors, Southdale Community centre offers: bridge, Mondays 9: 30- 11: 30 a. m., register 204- 253- 4599; indoor walking, Winakwa C. C. Mondays 10- 11 a. m., Orysia 204- 261- 4055; creative writing Feb. 6 and alternating Thursdays 10 a. m.- noon, Denise 204- 275- 1353; Valentine lunch, Feb. 12, noon, $ 10 members, $ 15 non- members, register 204- 253- 4599; social brunch, Feb. 18, Seine River Cafe, # A- 390 Provencher, confirm Helena 204- 231- 1529; South Beach Casino Trips, Feb. 24, March 17 and April 21 with 8: 45 a. m. pickup, Salisbury House at Fermor Avenue and St. Anne's Road, $ 25 pre- paid by Feb. 14, Southdale office. Information: Orysia 204- 261- 4055. Feb. 26, self- defense workshop, information 204- 253- 4599. St. James- Assiniboia 55+ Centre offers the following " Keeping Connected" presentations, $ 2, 204- 987- 8850. C. A. R. P. ( Canadian Association of Retired Persons) Feb. 5, 1: 30 p. m. with James Lyons, M. I. L. E. ( Medication Information Line); Feb. 6, 1: 30 p. m. with Meera Thebena, Hoarding; Feb. 19, 1: 30 p. m. with Victoria Hampton, Healthy Aging Secretariat; March 5, 1: 30 p. m. with Shannon Koehler, For Your Eyes Only. Fitness classes offered in January: Lite and Lively ( Monday and Wednesday), Zumba ( Monday and Thursday), Harmony ( Wednesday), Yoga ( Monday and Friday), Fitness Centre workshops in Hand Weights, Resistance Bands, Hoist V6, Stretch, Treadmill. Valentine's Day Tea, Feb. 13, 1: 30 p. m., Winter Olympics Event Feb. 19, 9: 30 a. m., St. Patrick's Day luncheon March 13, 12: 30 p. m. and various dates for Afternoon at the Movies. Information: 204- 987- 8850. Bud Spud and Steak Spring fundraiser, March 13, 6 p. m. to 9 p. m., Canad Inns Polo Park, silent auction, 50/ 50 and cash bar, tickets: 204- 987- 8850 or info@ stjamescentre. com. St. Anne's Church Prelenten dance, Feb. 22, 7 p. m. - 11: 55 p. m., Kildonan Senior Horizons, 35 Marcie St. ( off Gilmore Avenue in North Kildonan). Band: By Request. Dinner: 7 p. m., dance 8: 30 p. m. to 1 a. m. Tickets: 204- 669- 7557. $ 20. Seniors Mixed Curling League Rossmere Golf & Country Club opening for regular & spare curlers, Fridays 9: 30 a. m. Information: Lyle Atkins 204- 694- 0491. Ukrainian- Canadian Veterans Br. # 141 dancing to a live band every Saturday, 1- 5 p. m. Hot meal available each week. Bingo every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings. Information: 204- 589- 6315. Vital Seniors St. Mary Magdalene Church, 3 St. Vital Road, first Sunday of the month Feb. 1 - July 1 offers: bridge, Thursdays, 1- 4 p. m., Margaret 204- 256- 3832; carpet bowling, Tuesdays, 1- 3 p. m., Richard 204- 452- 2230; line dancing, Mondays, beginners 11: 45 a. m.- 12: 45 p. m., Prairie Stars 1: 15- 2: 45 p. m., Fridays, beginners plus, 10- 11: 30 a. m., Barbara 204- 334- 3559, scrabble, Mondays, noon- 4: 30 p. m., Don 204- 487- 8357; luncheons, last Tuesday of the month, June 204- 256- 0414. West Kildonan Seniors Curling Club invites male and female curlers of any curling level to curl Tuesday and Thursday mornings. Information: Ken 204- 338- 5847 or Dennis 204- 334- 3766. Winnipeg South Osborne Legion Branch # 252 events: bingo 6: 30 p. m. Sundays & Fridays doors open at 5: 30 p. m., meat draws Wednesdays 4: 30 p. m. & Saturdays 3 p. m., cribbage 1st & 3rd Tuesday of the month 7 p. m.; Chase the Ace, Tuesdays 6- 7 p. m.; live bands, Fridays 9 p. m.- close; karaoke Saturdays 7: 30 p. m. to midnight. Super Bowl, Feb. 2. Growing Older Articles for Growing Older from non- profit organizations need to be in our office 14 days prior to the event. The length of this listing varies from week to week; we cannot guarantee all items will be included. Email to diane. pratt@ freepress. mb. ca ( no attachments please). Fax, 204- 697- 7412. Articles for Billboard from non- profit organizations need to be in our office 14 days prior to the event. The length of this listing varies from week to week; we cannot guarantee all items will be included. Email to diane. pratt@ freepress. mb. ca ( no attachments please). Fax, 204- 697- 7412. Bill Board T HINKING about buying some chocolate this Valentine's Day? You're not alone. Staggering amounts of chocolate are both purchased and eaten every Feb. 14. Last year for Valentine's Day, Statistics Canada reported there were $ 110 million in sales of chocolate and other cocoa bean confectioneries in February 2012. Chocolate has been long associated with love, and it is well known it can improve our mood. But did you know eating certain types of chocolate in moderation is also associated with good health? Cocoa has been used for health benefits for centuries. The ancient Aztecs mixed cocoa with water and spices to create a drink they thought promoted good health. In more recent times, cocoa - the non- fat component of finely ground cocoa beans - has been combined with oil or butter, sugar and other ingredients to create chocolate. Now, researchers say chocolate might play a role in helping to protect against some chronic diseases. Studies have found small amounts of dark chocolate in moderation might help lower blood pressure and cholesterol, and improve blood flow and circulation. However, not all chocolate is created equal. To reap the possible beneficial health effects, you need to consume chocolate that is high in flavonoids. Flavonoids are the key components found in chocolate attributed to health benefits, antioxidants that help the body repair damaged cells. Flavonoids can also be found in tea, red wine and fruits such as apples and grapes. Unfortunately, many of the common chocolate candy bars found at grocery store checkouts don't cut it in terms of flavonoid content. Dark chocolate contains the most flavonoids, inferring the most health benefits. Milk chocolate contains a small amount of flavonoids, but it has less cocoa than dark chocolate. White chocolate contains no cocoa ( and therefore no flavonoids) and is made mostly from the fat component of cocoa beans - cocoa butter. Common chocolate bars containing caramel, nougat or wafers are not healthy choices. It is important not to overindulge in any type of chocolate, even dark chocolate. All chocolate contains added sugar and fat, which can contribute a significant amount of calories to your daily intake. No more than two to three squares ( around 30 grams) of dark chocolate daily are recommended, but remember you might need to subtract calories elsewhere so you don't exceed your daily caloric requirements. Figuring out how much flavonoid content there is in a piece of chocolate can be difficult because it isn't included on the nutrition label. Your best bet when looking for chocolate high in flavonoids is to select chocolate with the highest percentage of cocoa ( ideally at least 60 per cent cocoa solids). There are a couple other benefits we can enjoy from eating chocolate. Dark chocolate contains fibre. Three squares of 60 per cent cocoa solids dark chocolate have about 10 per cent of the recommended daily value for fibre. Too bad it is not the best idea to get all your fibre from chocolate. The fibre in dark chocolate makes it more filling and satisfying than milk chocolate. We feel good when we eat chocolate, our mood improves and we feel more alert. There are chemicals in chocolate that boost feel- good hormones ( serotonin) in the brain. Chocolate also contains caffeine and sugar, which supply a boost of energy, useful after a long day, or perfect for a romantic evening. So what is the best Valentine's Day bang- foryour- buck when it comes to chocolate and flavonoids? If you feel like creating your own treats, use cocoa powder in baking and for beverages to keep the chocolate taste without all the fat and calories. Choose dark chocolate that is at least 60 per cent cocoa solids, and keep portion sizes small. After all, chocolate is still chocolate. All you need is a small amount to get the taste and benefits. Kerri Casper is a public health dietitian with the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority at Access River East. Choose the right chocolate on Valentine's Day KERRI CASPER A_ 23_ Feb- 07- 14_ FP_ 01. indd A19 2/ 6/ 14 5: 25: 19 PM ;