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The Canadien Champion, Tuesday, November 25, 2003-23 Dateline 'hesday Nov. 25 The Milton Community Consultation Committee meets at the Halton Regional Police station, 490 Childs Dr., at 7:30 p.m. The committee discusses issues and events that affect citizens and police. Anyone interested in attending is welcome. If you have concerns you'd like tabled, call Greg Nelson at (905) 875-3663 or Staff Sgt. Glen Randall at (905) 878-5511, ext. 2403. The Tkillium Photographic Club hosts Mary Elliott who pres- ents 'Abstract Photography - a New Way to Approach Old Subjects'. It takes place at 8 p.m. at East Plains United Church, 375 Plains Rd. E., in Burlington. For more information, call Marilyn Chayka at (905) 634-7803, ext. 255. Improve communication and leadership skills with the Milton Toastmasters. Everyone is welcome to attend the meeting at the Royal Canadian Legion, 21 Charles St. (upper level), at 7:30 p.m. For information, call Allan Lahue at (905) 877-3441. The Art of Healthy Living holds a parent support group for parents of children who are dependent on drugs or alcohol. The group meets at 72-74 Mill St. in Georgetown from 7:30 to 9 p.m. For more information, call (905) 702-7304. Help for Parents, a parent support group, meets in Burlington. This non-denominational self-support group helps parents of chil- dren who are in trouble at home, at school or with the law or who are abusive or taking drugs. The group is a member of Association of Parent Support Groups in Ontario. For times and directions, catl 1-800-488-5666 or visit www.apsgo.ca. Calling New Parents, a free program for parents and babies aged 6 months and younger, meets with a public health nurse to discuss parenting and infant care. The group meets at the Milton Community Resource Centre, 917 Nipissing Rd., from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. For more information, call (905) 693-4242, ext. 7899. Milton District Hospital holds a breastfeeding clinic with a cer- tified-lactation consultant from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. For more infor- mation or to make an appointment, call Jean Gallen at (905) 878- 2383, ext. 7030. The Women's Centre holds its Women's Employment Network, for women who are unemployed or returning to the workforce, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Topics include resume writing and job search strategies. There's no cost. To register or for more information, call (905) 847-5520. A Cappella Showcase invites women who like to sing to join its Christmas Sing Program, which meets from 7 to 10 p.m. at St. Volodymyr's Cultural Centre on the south side of Dundas Street at Fourth Line in Oakville. The program meets weekly and continues until December 16. For more information, call Cathy at (905) 278- 1222. Wellspring Halton-Peel, a support centre for cancer patients and their families, holds its drop-in Caregiver Connection program from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at 2545 Sixth Line in Oakville. For more infor- mation, call (905) 257-1988. The Milton Seniors' Activity Centre, 500 Childs Dr., holds drop- in bingo at 1:30 p.m. The cost is $1.50 for members or $2 for non- members, plus five cents per card or 10 cents for a full card. It also holds its Drama Club at 1 p.m. in the centre library. New mem- bers are welcome. The cost is $1.50 for members and $2 for non- members. For more information, call (905) 875-1681. Wednesday Nov. 26 The Halton Region Health Department holds a free flu shot clinic at Bishop Reding Secondary School, 1600 Main St. E., from 3:30 to 8 p.m. For more information, call the health department's Flu Info Line at (905) 825-6158 or visit www.region.halton.on.ca/health. Tie Halton Region Health Department holds a free child car seat safety check from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Maple Avenue fire hall (east of Mountainview) in Georgetown. No appointment is need- ed. Bring your child, the car seat's instruction booklet and your vehicle owners' manual. For more information, call Halton Region's Child Health Line at (905) 693-4242, ext. 7877. Mom's Morning Out meets at 123 Main St. from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Caregivers fmd friendship and support while children are cared for in Graham Hall. For information, cal (905) 878-8895. CARP, Canada's Association for the Fifty Plus Halton Chapter, meets at 7:30 p.m. at the Burlington Seniors' Centre, 2185 New St., at Central Park. The speaker is Dale Clement and the topic is how to select home care. For more information, call Harry at (905) 335-5717. Wellspring Halton-Peel, a support centre for cancer patients and their families, holds its drop-in Graduate Metastatic support group from 10:30 a.m. to noon at 2545 Sixth Line in Oakville. It also holds its drop-in journaling prograin from 1 to 3 p.m. For more information, call (905) 257-1988. The Milton Seniors' Activity Centre, 500 Childs Dr., holds its Hot Lunch program from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Tie cost is $6, which includes salad, an entree, dessert and a beverage. Sign up at the reception desk or phohe in your order by Monday. The centre also holds contract bridge at 9:30 a.m. The cost is $1.50 for members or $2 for non-members. For more information, call (905) 875-1681. Thursday Nov. 27 VOICE, a support group for parents of hearing impaired chil- dren, meets at the Hamilton Leaming Centre, 1603 Main St. W., at 7 p.m. featuring John Humphries. For more information, call the Halton/Hamilton/Niagara chapter of VOICE at (905) 335-1069. Milton's Evening Group of Artists, the newest FASM group, meets from 7 to 10 p.m. in the upper level of Milton Mall. The informal environment provides artists with an opportunity to exer- cise their drawing skills. For more information, call (905) 878- 8955. Milton District Hospital holds a breastfeeding clinic with a cer- tified lactation consultant from 7 to 9 p.m. For more information or to make an appointment, call Jean Gallen at (905) 878-2383, ext. 7030. The Women's Centre holds its Women's Caring and Sharing Circle from 1 to 2 p.m. for sharing challenges, life experience and wisdom. There's no cost. For more information, call (905) 847- 5520. The Milton Seniors' Activity Centre, 500 Childs Dr., holds con- tract bridge at 1:30 p.m. The cost is $1.50 for members or $2 for non-members. It also holds bid euchre at 1:30 p.m. The cost is $2 for members and $2.50 for non-members. New players are wel- come. The centre holds its Seniors' Cinemas at 1:30 p.m. featur- ing the action film Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom. The cost is $1, which includes refreshments. The Diners Club meets at an area restaurant for good food and friends. Carpooing can be arranged and your cost is Use cost of your meal. Call the centre to book your spot. The centre holds a foot care clinic in the after- noon. The fee, payable to the nurse, is $20. To make an appoint- ment for the foot care clinic or for more information on the other activities, call (905) 875-1681. Friday Nov. 28 Protect Our Water and Environmental Resources (POWER) holds its annual general meeting featuring City TV's Bob Hunter at Georgetowns Mold Master Arena, 221 Guelph St. Mr. Hunter is co-founder of Qreenpeace. Displays begin at 7 p.m. and the meeting starts at 7ý.30 p.m. • see more DATELINE on page 24 1-800-GM-DRIVE goodwrench.gmc.nada.com. tOffers not available In Thunder Bey, Fort Frances, Dryden, Terrace Bey and Kenora. Other participating GM Deaierships may set individuel prices. LOF includes up to 5L of GM premium motor cil. Offers are valid on most GM vehicles for a limited lime only to retail customers. See Service Advisor for more details.