[See end for On-going events]

Saturday September 6, 2008
Grandmothers and Grand-Others for Africa Garage Sale
In support of the Stephen Lewis Foundation
11 Royal Oak Drive, Barrie
Donation of items for the sale appreciated
Contact: Sheila or Cherry, 721 8419

Sunday September 7, 2008
2008 Winners Walk of Hope for Ovarian Cancer
9am- Noon at Centennial Lions Pavilion Barrie Waterfront
"...five year survival rate for ovarian cancer is less than 30%. Ovarian cancer is often diagnosed in its late stages because symptoms can be subtle or mistaken for less serious conditions. Common symptoms include: bloating, pelvic or abdominal pain, feeling full quickly or difficulty eating, and urgent or frequent urination... if symptoms persist for more than a few weeks, see a doctor.."
www.winnerswalkofhope.ca

Sunday, September 7, 2008
Girl Guide Registration
10am-2pm Bayfield Mall, 320 Bayfield St, Barrie.
Girls age 5-17+, Volunteer Opportunities for Women 18+
contact: Doreen 1 800 565 8111 or unitadmin.32[@]guidesontario.org

Saturday September 13, 2008
Defeat the Bully Course
10am-11:30 am with free pizza RMA Karate 256 Steel Street, unit 1 and 2, Barrie.
RMA Karate hosting this free seminar on how to handle bullies: how to defeat a bully non-violently, using your voice and self defense.
Open to the public but limited to first 40 kids.
contact: 733 5762 or www.rmakarate.com

Saturday Septmber 13, 2008
Annual Wellness Fair
1pm- 4pm Woods Park Community Centre, 110 Lillian Cres.
Free. Organizations like the Cancer Society, Diabetic Society, Arthritis Group, MS Society and more will be on site
Contact: Pat - pat.reilly[@]woodspark.on.ca

Wdnesday September 17, 2008 +
Alpha Course
Inniswood Baptist Church. Runs for 10 weeks.
Introduction to the Christian faith. For everyone, especially those who are wanting to investigate Christianity.
Each session begins with informal dinner then video and small group discussion.
Contact: Lori at 705 728 4793 or Inniswood office at 725 8257

Friday September 19, 2008
A Comedy Cabaret in support of Grieving Children at Seasons Centre
7pm- Yuk Yuk's Barrie- 556 Bryne Dr.
$20 admission
Contact: Amanda 705 721 5437 or amanda[@]grievingchildren.com

Sunday September 21, 2008
Prostate Cancer Golf Tournament
11 am registration, shot gun start at Noon. Tangle Creek Golf Club
4 person scramble format $500 per team, $125 per player
Sponsor a hole, donate prize, make a donation to to prostate cancer research
Contact: Scott or Cathy Ward 705 726 6766

Thursday September 25, 2008
Take Back the Night 2008
6:30 -9pm in the Rotunda of Barrie's City Hall
rally, march, raise awareness and speak out against violence against women in our community
Contact: Tammy 705 737 2884 X 230

Saturday September 27, 2008
Kidney Foundation Give the Gift of Life Walk
9am Registration, 10 am start time
Minimum $50 pledge
Create a team or volunteer
Register at www.kidney.on.ca/walk or 1 800 387 4474 x239

Sunday September 28, 2008
Barrie Wheelchair Relay Challenge
To raise awareness and funds for those with spinal cord injuries in the community
Contact: Michelle, michelle.herron[@]cpaont.org

Friday October 3, 2008
Harvest Moon Gala
in support of Hospice Simcoe
6pm, with 7pm Dinner at Tangle Creek Golf Club
Silent Auction and Gourmet Dinner. Jazz Mandhu Traditional Chinese Entertainment
$100 per person/ $800 corporate table
Contact: 722 5995

Friday to Sunday October 3-5th, 2008
Crusher's 1st Annual Hockey Tournament
Newmarket, Ray Twinney Complex
19+ Men, $750 per team
$250 deposit due by Aug 22 Cash or Cheque
Contact: crushershockey[@]yahoo.ca or 905 716 5134

On-going
Due to overwhelming demand,
the Barrie Minor Hockey Association has expanded registration in the following house league divisions:
Minor Tyke, Tyke, Novice, Minor Atom, Atom, PeeWee, Midget
Contact: 734 1121. Also looking for sponsors for these expansion teams.

Saturday October 18, 2008
Innisfil Snowdogs- Special Needs Hockey- Registartion and Information Day
10 am- Noon The Innisfil Recreation Complex
Part of a national hockey league called Special Hockey International
for any age, any gender
Contact: Rob or Jayne Chapman 705 792 0252

On-going
Getting Ready for Baby
Series of classes from Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit
Available for parents during the last three months of pregnancy
Learn about: nurturing baby, keeping baby safe, feeding your baby, becoming a parent, what life will be like with baby in the first few weeks.
For locations and times contact your local health connection:  1 877 721 7520 

On-going
Are Your Immunizations Up to Date?
protect yourself from measles, whooping cough and tetanus
Contact Your Health Connection: 1 877 721 7520

On-going
Men's Support Group
Catholic Family Life Centre is establishing a weekly mutual support group for male adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse
Open to non-offending male survivors and social service agencies.
Funded by Ministry of the Attorney General Ontario Victim's Services Secretariat
Contact 726-2503 ext 106

On-going
Sending supplies to Third World countries
Lots of supplies have been collect to be sent to people in poor countries, but monetary donations needed to send containers.
If you would like more information on how to help out, call Bonnie at 527-7900