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Winnipeg Free Press (Newspaper) - July 24, 2015, Winnipeg, Manitoba C M Y K PAGE A17 winnipegfreepress. com YOUR HEALTH WINNIPEG FREE PRESS, FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2015 A 17 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, 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. Archwood 55 Plus Archwood Community Centre, 565 Guilbault St., offers: exercise classes including yoga fit, pole walking, total body workout, Zumba gold, low- impact cardio and line dancing. Social activities weekly: pickle ball, bowling, pool, card and board games. Monthly luncheons. Information: 204- 416- 1067, archwood55mail@ gmail. com, or archwood55plus. weebly. com. Bee Wellness for Older Adults & Others , 3680 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. Bleak House Centre Inc. 1637 Main St. ( across from IGA), information: 204- 338- 4723 activities: Monday, whist 1- 3 p. m.; Tuesday, coffee and conversation 10 a. m., lunch 11: 45 a. m.; bingo 1- 3 p. m.; ceramics 1- 3 p. m.; Thursday, cribbage 1- 3 p. m.; Friday, quilting 9: 30 a. m. 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. Clifton Community Club , tai chi every Wednesday to Aug. 26. Learn tai chi for healthy body and mind! Free for Valour Community Centre members. Drop- in fee: $ 3. Corydon Community Centre offers: adult drop- in, 1st Wednesday of month, 1: 30 p. m., Temple Shalom, 1077 Grant Ave., or 2nd Wednesday of month, 12: 30 p. m., River Heights site, 1370 Grosvenor Ave., or 3rd and 4th Wednesday of month, 1: 30 p. m., River Heights site; art classes, Tuesday, 10 a. m., Crescentwood site, 1170 Corydon Ave., or Wednesday, 10 a. m., River Heights site, or Thursday, 1 p. m., Crescentwood site; badminton/ pickleball, Thursday, 1 p. m., Crescentwood site; bingo, Monday, 7 p. m., Crescentwood site; bridge, Monday, 1 p. m., River Heights site; lap skating, Monday, 10: 45 a. m., River Heights site, or Wednesday, 1: 30 p. m., River Heights site; quilting, 5: 30 p. m., Crescentwood site; strength training, Tuesday, 9: 30 a. m., Crescentwood site, or Friday, 9: 30 a. m., Crescentwood site; walking club, Monday/ Thursday, 9: 30 a. m., various locations; yoga, Thursday, 9: 30 a. m., River Heights site. Information: 204- 488- 7000 or www. corydoncc. com. Creative Retirement programs run during the day, Monday- Friday: technology and computer, arts and leisure, health and well- being, languages, tours, special interest lectures and clubs. The spring 55+ Learning Guide can be picked up at all City of Winnipeg Libraries or www. crm. mb. ca. Register: 270 Sherbrook St., 204- 949- 2565 and www. crm. mb. ca. Crescent Drive Senior Mens Golf Club has openings for new members, Wednesdays, 8 a. m. Information: Bill 204- 488- 7163 or Frank 204- 489- 7887. 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 and perogy lunch. Perogies are available for sale. Every second Saturday, noon- 3: 30 p. m. dance with a four- piece band and light lunch. Information: 204- 986- 2608. E. K. Ladies CC from the Rossmere Curling Club, invites new curlers or spares to join us on Wednesdays, 9: 30 a. m., Rossmere CC Information: Doris 204- 663- 7053 or Linda 204- 667- 5968. 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- 9: 30 p. m., 20 hands of whist. East St. Paul 55+ Activity Centre , 262 Hoddinott Rd. welcomes new members. Cribbage Tuesdays and whist Fridays. Other activities include quilting, floor shuffleboard, book club, yoga, pot- luck suppers and casino trips. Information: 204- 654- 3082. 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. Fort Garry Ladies Curling , 696 Archibald St., is looking for curlers for Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1 p. m. Information: Audrey 204- 256- 4577 or Joyce 204- 256- 5724. 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. Fort Garry 2- person Stick Curling league 2015 / 2016 looking for curlers/ or teams for Mondays, 10 a. m. and 11 a. m. draws. Information: Ben 204- 269- 57901 or Dan 204- 233- 3039. 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. Glenwood Community Centre offers: social bridge every Friday, 12: 30 p. m. Information: Lynne 204- 261- 4375. SMART ( Seniors Maintaining Active Roles Together), a light aerobic workout, Wednesday, 9: 30- 10: 30 a. m. Seniors badminton Tuesdays and Thursdays, 204- 253- 2542. Golden Rule Seniors ( Fort Rouge leisure Centre) 625 Osborne St. Bingo, Monday 1 p. m.; glee club, Thursday, 9: 30 a. m.; bridge 1 and 7 p. m. and shuffleboard 1 p. m.; China painting, Friday 10 a. m. and carpet bowling 1 p. m. Information: Terry 204- 453- 1085. 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. Home Maintenance Program for older adults who are looking for various types of help within their home. Information: 204- 806- 1303. 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. General Sir Sam Steele Legion Branch # 117, 376 Salter St. offers: seniors and guests luncheon and dance with live band every Wednesday, noon- 2: 45 p. m.; bingo every Friday, 7 p. m.; Find the Joker, Fridays, 9: 30 p. m.; Texas hold ' em poker, Saturdays, noon; karaoke, Saturday, 7- 11 p. m. Information: 204- 586- 3261. Gwen Secter Creative Living Centre, 1588 Main St. offers: Wednesday lunch and entertainment, information Elaine 204- 339- 1701, ext. 205; shuttle bus every Wednesday morning, $ 15; looking for bridge players, Tuesdays 1- 3 p. m. Information: Elaine 204- 339- 1701; Stitch & Bitch, 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month, 1- 3 p. m. Harbourview Ladies Senior Golf League looking for members for Tuesday morning league. Information: Stanis Steffano 204- 694- 8211 or Barbara Johannson 204- 222- 6640. Heather Ladies currently have openings in their Tuesday and/ or Thursday afternoon curling league. Games begin, 1 p. m. Information: Sharon 204- 668- 6504. Henderson Hwy. Legion 215, 3600 De Vries offers the following: Tuesday crib night; Wednesday chase the ace wing night; Thursday darts; Friday & Saturday meat draw & live bands. Information: 204- 338- 4867. High Steppers Seniors Club is for seniors wanting a weekly outing from their southeast Winnipeg home to play cards and games, visit with others, and allow any caregivers a break. Information: 204- 619- 8477 to arrange your free, first visit, Wednesday or Thursday or www. highsteppers@ winakwacc. 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. Lawn bowling at Tuxedo every weekday. Drop- in only. No equipment or experience required. Information: Sandra, 204- 895- 8088. McBeth House Centre Inc. 31 McBeth St., offers the following to 55- plus: Tuesday, quilting 9 a. m.- 2 p. m; looking for crib players; Thursday, porcelain painters etc. 10 a. m.- 2 p. m.; Friday, whist 7- 10 p. m. Information 204- 334- 0432. Mixed Seniors 55+ Slo- Pitch League is looking for retired persons or evening shift workers to play at Sinclair Park CC. Having fun, socializing and exercising is our goal. Two games a week, ( Monday- Wednesday) are played during the day. Information: Roger 204- 663- 1201, Ron 204- 668- 9109 or rhavril@ shaw. ca. 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. and Tuesday and Thursday 9 a. m.- 3 p. m. www. norberryglenlee. ca. 204- 256- 6654. 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. Pembina Active Living 55+ ( PAL) : No weekly PAL classes during the summer and the PAL office will be closed. Outdoor drop- in activities continue ( membership required): PAL Putters golf, Mondays; bocce ball, Tuesdays; PAL Pedallers cycling group, Wednesdays; Pickleball: Thursdays, 1- 3 p. m., until Aug. 6, behind Margaret Grant Pool. Special event PAL picnic and membership drive, Aug. 25. Information: www. pal55plus. ca, 204- 946- 0839 or info@ pal55plus. com. Pembina Ladies Curling Club has openings for two teams, Tuesday, 1 p. m. and Thursday, 9: 15 a. m. Information: Doreen 204- 261- 8798. 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. Raging Grannies of Winnipeg looking for mature ladies who want to sing for Social Justice at many upcoming events. Information: Leuba 204- 453- 1486 or Marilyn 204- 414- 4343. River East Meal Program every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, noon, 1100 Henderson Hwy. $ 6.50. Information: 204- 338- 6284. Seine River Seniors Inc. out of Southdale CC 204- 253- 4599; bridge Monday, 9: 45- 11: 30 a. m.; walking Monday, 9: 30- 10: 30 a. m.; cheap movies, first Tuesday of the month, call Cecile 204- 452- 5439; brunch the third Tuesday of the month; pansy fall supper, Sept, 13; creative writing Sept., call Denise 204- 275- 1353. Nordic poles for sale, call Sharon 204- 253- 9059. Seven Oaks Seniors Links offers free exercise classes - Tuesdays 10: 30- 11: 30 a. m. at St. Francis Church, 253 Burrin St.; Thursdays 10: 30- 11: 15 a. m., Maples Community Centre, 434 Adsum Dr., and Fridays 10: 30- 11: 30 a. m., St. Joseph's Church, 250 Jefferson Ave. Free workshops include; Getting Better Together, six- session workshop offering practical tools to cope better with chronic disease and You and Your Adult Child, a six- session workshop for seniors offering information and support for 55+ adults who would like to improve their relationships with their adult children. Information: Susan 204- 612- 3888. St. Vital Streamliners meet Tuesdays, 6: 45 p. m., General Vanier School, 18 Lomond Blvd. Focus on weight loss and healthy living. Exercise class suitable for all fitness and mobility levels. Information: Carol 204- 269- 4097. Ukrainian Cdn. Veterans Branch # 141 Legion offer: dancing every Saturday, 1- 5 p. m.; bingo every Wednesday, Thursday evening & Friday afternoon and evening and Saturday evening; lunch counter. Open Sundays, noon- 6 p. m. with karaoke, 2 p. m. Information: 204- 589- 6315. University of Winnipeg 55 Plus Program, offers fall and winter courses of interest to lifelong learners. Courses six or 12 weeks long, held two hours per week. No tests or assignments. Topics include current affairs, politics, religion, history, music, art and literature. Information: pace. uwinnipegcourses. ca/ 55- plus- program, or 204- 982- 6633. Vital Seniors ( 204- 253- 2555) offers free fitness classes Tuesday, 11: 30 a. m.- 12: 15 p. m., St. Mary Magdalene Anglican Church, 3 St. Vital Road. Weekly activities: Monday & Friday, line dancing, Barbara 204- 334- 3559; Mondays, noon Scrabble; Tuesdays carpet bowling, 1 p. m., Richard 204- 452- 2230; Thursdays 1 p. m. bridge Margaret 204- 256- 3832. Winnipeg South Osborne Legion Branch # 252 , 426 Osborne St. Chance to win $ 6,000. Chase the Ace every Tuesday, 6 p. m. Current winners share is over $ 6,000. Happy hour specials, 4: 30- 7: 30 p. m. Winnipeg West cribbage tournament $ 5, the first Tuesday of the month, 1 p. m., ANAF 3584 Portage Ave. Information: Gerry 204- 837- 4026. St. Sebastianette Archery Club celebrating 40th anniversary Sept. 26 and searching for past members. RSVP: www. stsebastianettearcheryclub. ca by Sept. 5. Aurora Family Therapy Centre is seeking people from diverse professional backgrounds to join their board of directors. Send letters to d. radi@ uwinnipeg. ca or Aurora Family Therapy Centre, 515 Portage Ave. Winnipeg, Mb, R3B 2E9 by Aug. 14. Historic Seven Oaks House Museum is open! Come visit the historic home of Winnipeg's famous Inkster family. This architectural gem was built in 1851 and depicts life during the Red River Settlement. Great for all ages. Open 10 a. m.- 5 p. m. daily, 50 Mac St. in West Kildonan. Free entry. Willow Plain Heritage School, Sarto, MB, just minutes southwest of Steinbach, open, noon- 4 p. m., Friday- Sunday and long weekend Mondays with a tour guide on site to welcome visitors until late August. Bring a lawn chair for your comfort and be prepared to spend an hour or more learning about the evolvement of the Sarto area over the last 100- plus- year history. Information: Helen, 204- 453- 4041 or hfeniuk@ hotmail. com. Things sidewalk sale in support of the Royal Winnipeg Ballet, Sept. 12, 9 a. m.- 2 p. m., 913 Corydon Ave. Now accepting donations of household items ( no clothing or toys). Monday- Saturday, 10 a. m.- 4 p. m. Information: 204- 284- 7331. Summer Yoga starts Monday, now- Sept. 28, 6- 7 p. m., Oliver Reis Bldg., 2645 Portage Ave. Information: Lorraine 204- 832- 1141 or sjmarek@ mts. net. Nearly New Shop, Out with Summer Sale, every Monday- Saturday until Aug. 27, 10 a. m.- 4 p. m., 961 Portage Ave. All proceeds support the Children's Hospital Foundation of Manitoba. Hidden Gems of Transcona - Garden Tour begins at the Transcona Centennial Square, 135 Regent Ave. West, 135 Regent Ave. West, July 25, 10 a. m.- 3 p. m., Hosted by the Transcona Garden Club. Tickets $ 12, Transcona BIZ market ( Regent Ave.), Transcona Centennial Square, 135 Regent Ave. West, BIZ office Monday- Friday( Bond St.) or 204- 224- 3859. Beausejour Daylily Gardens events: Zumba, July 30 & Aug. 6, 7 p. m.; Irises for sale, Monday- Friday, 8 a. m.- 4 p. m.; Glenaura Pipes and Drums, Aug. 16, 3 p. m., $ 5, children 12 and under free. Information: www. beausejourdaylilygardens. com. East European Genealogical Society 2015 Genealogy Seminar, Aug. 1, 8: 30 a. m.- 8: 30 p. m., Church of Jesus Christ of Latter- Day Saints, 45 Dalhousie Dr. Learn more about your family history. Register: www. eegsociety. org, info@ eegsociety. org or 204- 989- 3292. $ 60 members, $ 65 non- members. Silver Heights United Church 199 Garrioch Ave. New To You Shop, Aug. 8, 9 a. m.- 1 p. m. Gently used china, glassware, jewellery, pocket books, sheet music, assortment of buttons, purses, handyman items. Special deal buy two items ( T- shirts, shorts, pants) and get one free. Transcona Garden Club 49th annual Competition & Show of Flowers, vegetables, fruits, baking, preserves & photographs, Aug. 10 & 11, mall hours, Kildonan Place Shopping Centre, 1555 Regent Ave. W. Exhibits received, Aug. 9, 7- 8: 30 p. m. Information: 204- 224- 2356. St. Vital Agricultural Society's Annual Fair and Display, Aug. 12, 4- 8: 30 p. m. & Aug. 13, 2- 8 p. m., St. Vital Centennial Arena, 580 St. Anne's Rd. Featuring horticulture, baking, handicrafts and photography displays, pork barbecue. Free seniors afternoon, Aug. 13, 2- 4 p. m. Entry night Aug. 11, 6- 8: 30 p. m. Tickets: Karen, 204- 256- 6332 or www. svas. ca. Waverley Toastmasters meetings, Aug. 12 & 26, noon, 1000 Waverley St. Second Annual Wildest Dreams with 10 local charities, fundraiser that helps children in need discover the wonders of nature, Aug. 13, Assiniboine Park Zoo. With your support, more children in need will be able to enjoy day camps, educational programs and guided tours at the park and zoo. Donate: https:// 39914. thankyou4caring. org/ wd15 and make a child's wildest dreams come true or Lorraine Decock 204- 927- 6029. Manitoba Prostate Cancer support group meeting, Aug. 20, 7- 9 p. m., Seven Oaks Hospital Auditorium. Speaker Dr. Reece Malone, sexuality educator. Topic: Reclaiming Intimacy and Nurturing Connection after Prostate Cancer. Free. Variety, the Children's Charity of Manitoba in partnership with the ADESA Golden Gavel 4th annual Drive For the Kids Golf Classic & Charity Auction, Sept. 1, Glendale Golf & Country Club. Information: www. varietymanitoba. com. Lord Wolseley School 100th anniversary celebration, Sept. 24, 5- 8 p. m.; formal program, 6 p. m. Information: 204- 661- 2384 or lw@ retsd. mb. ca. Wine & cheese reception, Sept. 25, 7 p. m., New Cavalier Inn, 1650 Regent Ave. W., $ 20, 204- 452- 3448, 204- 230- 5335 or http:// bit. ly/ 1Qjvfxs by Sept. 1. Sir John Franklin Public School ( Class of 1954- 1955) 60th Kindergarten Reunion, Sept. 7 & 8, 2015. Information: Walter 204- 467- 5838, badgerw@ mymts. net or Derek, 204- 837- 1290, dlegge@ mymts. net. Canadian Cancer Society September Dragon Boat Challenge, Sept. 11 & 12, Manitoba Canoe and Kayak Centre. Register: 204- 788- 4547 or dragonboat@ mb. cancer. ca. La Salle Community Fellowship hosting a Car Show, in support of Union Gospel Mission, Sept. 13, 1- 4 p. m., La Salle, one mile west of Hwy. 330 on Hwy. 247. Grass show area. Registration $ 15 begins 11 a. m. All proceeds donated to Union Gospel Mission. Goodie bags for the first 50 registrants, door prizes, Chinese auction, 50/ 50 draw and trophies for people's choice. Activities for children including face painting and slot- car racing. Free admission for spectators. Live music, and concessions. John Pritchard School celebrates 100th anniversary Oct. 8, with an open house, 1- 3 p. m. and 5- 8 p. m. and extends an invitation to all former students, staff and community members to attend the festivities. We are currently gathering stories, photos and memorabilia to display in commemoration of John Pritchard's 100 years of learning. If you have something to share, 204- 339- 1984 or jp@ retsd. mb. ca. 17/ 38 Service Battalion celebrates its 50th anniversary during a Heritage Weekend, Oct. 9/ 10, 2015. " Save the date." Information: www. servicebattalion. ca, info@ servicebattalion. ca or 204- 786- 4300 ext. 3378. Semper Fidelis Al- Anon support group for family members, and friends of alcoholics meets every Monday, 7: 30 p. m., 195 Collegiate St., ( St. James Anglican Church). Information: 204- 943- 6051, or al- anonenquiries@ mymts. net. Branch # 252 ( Winnipeg South Osborne Legion) , 426 Osborne St. Chance to Win $ 6,000!!! Chase the Ace every Tuesday, 6 p. m. Happy Hour Specials, 4: 30- 7: 30 p. m. Into Action Overeaters Anonymous meets Sundays 10: 30 a. m., Thursdays 7: 30 p. m., Victoria General Hospital, classroom 3, 2340 Pembina Hwy. Information: 204- 334- 9008. Building Independence is an exciting new pilot project aimed at helping adults with autism spectrum disorder between the ages of 18 and 25 years learn skills necessary to get and maintain employment in Manitoba. Apply for admission, St. Amant Central Intake: 1- 204- 256- 4301 ext. 7041. Youth for Christ presents The City with Fresh E. E. and friends every Wednesday, 7: 30- 9: 30 p. m. Open drop- in with pool, air hockey, wall climbing and more, 6: 30- 7: 30 p. m. Ages 12- 18. Information: 204- 669- 4205. Free. Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? Join the hundreds of Manitobans who have decided to Get Better Together! Get Better Together is a free program designed to help people with health challenges better manage their health. Programs begin in April at various sites throughout Winnipeg and Manitoba. Information: 204- 632- 3927. Teen Moms/ Young Moms program free every Thursday, 6: 30- 8: 30 p. m., Zion Apostolic Church, 305 Machray Ave. Be mentored and cared for/ about by mature women with big hearts. Children attend their own program while you meet for discussion on topics of parenting, life- skills training, activities, crafts, music, bowling, cooking lessons. All single moms ages 12 to early 20s welcome. Moms and children will be picked up and dropped off. Information: 204- 963- 1391. WOW Toastmasters Club meets Wednesdays, noon- 1 p. m., 1000 Waverley St. Information: Tannis 204- 256- 7890. Windy Corners Toastmasters meets Wednesdays, noon, Room 1060, 201 Portage Ave. Information: 204- 942- 5453. TOPS ( Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets Tuesdays 8: 45- 10 a. m., Southdale Community Centre, 254 Lakewood Blvd. Information: 204- 253- 9743. Charleswood Historical Museum Charleswood Senior Centre Inc., 5006 Roblin Blvd., every Saturday to Dec. 27. Showcasing the past 100 years of life in the area. Wheelchair- accessible. Free admission. The University of Manitoba department of psychology is 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: potentialparticipant@ gmail. com. SOS, or Secular Organizations for Sobriety is non- profit, self- help group for people looking to abstain for alcohol and other addictions. It is a peer- support group that is an alternative to the 12- step programs. Information: http:// www. winnipegsos. com. Anxiety Disorders Association of Manitoba ( ADAM) provides 10- week programs for overcoming panic disorder and social anxiety disorder. Registration for spring groups is now open. Information: 204- 925- 0600 or adam@ adam. mb. ca. South St. Vital Book Club meets 10 a. m. the last Friday of the month: Sept. to June. Register: 204- 257- 4014 or 204- 878- 3578. Seven Oaks Toastmasters meets Mondays, 7- 9 p. m., Atlantic- Garden City United Church, 725 Atlantic. Information: Casey 204- 339- 2340. Voyageur Toastmasters meets Wednesdays, 7 p. m., Deer Lodge Centre, 2901 Portage Ave., 2nd Floor Learning Centre. Village Green English Dance Wednesdays, 7: 30- 9: 30 p. m., Harrow United Church, 955 Mulvey Ave. Information: Katherine 204- 475- 2097 or villagegreenenglishcountrydancing. org 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, so we cannot guarantee that all items will be included. Email: 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, so we can't guarantee all items will be included. Email: diane. pratt@ freepress. mb. ca. ( no attachments please) Fax: 204- 697- 7412. Bill Board So far this year, the team at Children's has seen a number of injuries associated with popular summertime activities, such as cycling, skateboarding or playing sports. These injuries usually involve broken bones or sprains. However, we are also seeing a rise in the number of more serious injuries, often from activities that parents may not always recognize as being risky. So far this year, children have been treated for injuries sustained after falling out of a window, burns received from playing around the firepit and lacerations from getting too close to a lawn mower. Injuries such as these often happen because kids and parents alike underestimate the potential for harm. Fortunately, they can be avoided by simply by anticipating problems before they happen. Start inside your home. So far this year, at least three young children have died from injuries after falling from windows in Canada, and there have been many reports of falls and injuries in cities across the country. In Winnipeg alone, at least three children been seen in the emergency department after falling from a window this summer. The mistake some people make is thinking a screen can prevent a child from falling. What they may not realize is screens on windows aren't meant to keep anyone from falling out. Instead, they are designed to pop out for fire safety and can be dislodged by the weight of a toddler. Children love to climb, and they are naturally curious, so you must supervise them as they play near screened or open windows. Don't underestimate a child's mobility; children begin climbing before they can walk. Keep furniture and other items away from windows to discourage children from climbing, and look into installing window guards on windows above ground level, but don't block your escape in case of fire. Firepits are also often overlooked as a potential hazard. Each year in Winnipeg, a handful of children are treated for burn injuries. So far this year, Children's Hospital has seen several children with serious burn injuries. Fire is fascinating to young children who are too young to appreciate the inherent danger. They like to put sticks, grasses and other items into the fire, which can ignite quickly and cause a burn. Additionally, the use of fire starter and other accelerants can flare up or spread fire to blankets and clothing. To prevent burns, the most important precaution is to have constant adult supervision around fires - someone whose sole job is to watch the children and ensure they are not getting too close or playing with fire. You can also try creating a no- go zone around your firepit. Use chalk, spray paint or stones to create a metrewide circle around the pit, then explain to your children they should not cross that circle, as it puts them too close to the fire. Also teach them firepits stay hot long after the flames go out, even if doused with water. Surprisingly, lawn mowers still account for a number of injuries each summer. I think that's partly because even though people understand these machines are dangerous, they don't realize how quickly an accident can happen. This summer, we have already treated several serious injuries resulting from lawn- mower mishaps. It's worth noting lawn- mower injuries, in fact, are the leading cause of foot and ankle amputations to children, so incidents involving these machines are not rare events. Health experts suggest the best way to avoid an injury is to simply not operate a riding mower when children are present. Don't let your kids ride on the mower, even with an adult. It's also worth noting the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children not use a push lawn mower until at least 12 years of age, and they not operate a riding lawn mower until 16. Keep these safety tips in mind, and keep your kids out of the emergency department this summer! Dr. Lynne Warda is medical director of the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority's injury prevention program and an emergency physician at Children's Hospital. Seeing risks in kids' summer activities Easy to underestimate dangers of the season G OOD ol' summertime. The kids are out of school and everyone is up for having a little bit of fun in the sun. Unfortunately, all that extra outdoor activity often translates into more visits to the city's emergency departments. That's especially true where I work as an emergency doctor at the Children's Hospital at Health Sciences Centre. LYNNE WARDA A_ 21_ Jul- 24- 15_ FP_ 01. indd A17 7/ 23/ 15 5: 17: 59 PM ;