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EVENTS LISTING:
FEBRUARY 2019
● Friday, February 1: Therapy Dogs in partnership with St. John Ambulance at Erin Meadows Library 2:30 - 3:30 pm ~FREE~
● Saturday, February 2: Stress Management Through Restorative Meditation 11:00 am - 12:00 pm ~FREE~
● Thursday, February 7: Chinese New Year's Celebration - The Year of the Pig at The Erinview by Sifton 2:30 pm ~FREE~
● Thursday, February 7: Guided Meditation with Sonia Madan at Heart House Hospice 7:00 - 8:00pm ~FREE~
● Friday, February 8: Therapy Dogs in partnership with St. John Ambulance at Erin Meadows Library 2:30 - 3:30 pm ~FREE~
● Tuesday, February 12: CARP Mississauga Monthly Meeting at Active Adult Centre of Mississauga 6:30 - 9:00 pm ~FREE~
● Wednesday, February 13: Chair Yoga at Sheridan Library 10:00 - 11:00 am ~FREE~
● Friday, February 15: Therapy Dogs in partnership with St. John Ambulance at Erin Meadows Library 2:30 - 3:30 pm ~FREE~
● Monday, February 18: 2019 Family Day - Celebrate Lunar Chinese New Year with LunarFest at the Living Arts Centre11:00 am - 4:00 pm
● Tuesday, February 19: Stress Management Through Restorative Meditation 7:00 - 8:00 pm ~FREE~
● Thursday, February 21: Succulent Plants Workshop by Carol at Heart House Hospice 1:00 - 3:00 pm
● Thursday, February 21: Pierre's Dine and Learn: Topic: Retirement - FREE Financial Workshop at Bliss Chinese Cuisine 6:30 - 9:30 pm (Sharp) ~FREE~
● Thursday, February 21: Effective Tax Strategies by Chartered Professional Accountants Canada at Mississauga Central Library 7:00 - 8:30 pm ~FREE~
● Wednesday, February 27: Hands on Exotics Live Animal Presentation at The Erinview by Sifton 2:00 - 3:00 pm ~FREE~
● Friday, February 22: Therapy Dogs in partnership with St. John Ambulance at Erin Meadows Library 2:30 - 3:30 pm ~FREE~
● Friday, February 22: Solel Synagogue Invite Your Neighbour to Rejoice in Multi-Faith Community and to Learn Sabbath Traditions and Customs 8:00 pm ~FREE~
MARCH 2019
● Tuesday, March 5: Grief 101 Education Workshop at Heart House Hospice 6:30 - 8:30 pm ~FREE~
● Thursday, March 7: Meditation with Sonia at Heart House Hospice 7:00 - 8:00 pm ~FREE~
● Saturday, March 9: Honouring Our Journey Through Sacred Ceremony - Drumming at Heart House Hospice 10:00 am - 12:00 pm ~FREE~
● Tuesday, March 12: CARP Mississauga Monthly Meeting at Active Adult Centre of Mississauga 6:30 - 9:00 pm ~FREE~
● Tuesday, March 19: The Etiquette of Illness and Grief Workshop at Heart House Hospice 6:30 - 8:30 pm ~FREE~
● Thursday, March 28: Ruby Restaurant & Purdy's Chocolate Making Class at the Village of Erin Meadows organized by CARP and Silver Friends 12:00 noon
● Thursday, March 28: Advance Care Planning at Heart House Hospice 6:30 - 8:30 pm ~FREE~
APRIL 2019
● Tuesday, April 9: CARP Mississauga Monthly Meeting at Active Adult Centre of Mississauga 6:30 - 9:00 pm ~FREE~
● Thursday, April 11: Honouring Our Journey Through Sacred Ceremony - Drumming at Heart House Hospice 6:30 - 8:30 pm ~FREE~
MAY 2019
● Saturday, May 25: Wild Magic Show with Greg Frewin and Lunch in Niagara Falls, Ontario - Organized by Silver Friends Depart: 10:00 am. Return: 4:00 pm.
FREE event.
Meet a therapy dog and boost your spirits. Partnered with St. John Ambulance.
For more information, please call Erin Meadows Library at 905-615-4750.
Location: Erin Meadows Library
The Library is part of Erin Meadows Community Centre
2800 Erin Centre Blvd. Mississauga ON L5M 6R5 Canada
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Erin Meadows Community Centre Phone: 905-615-4750
library.info@mississauga.ca
FREE
Classes consist of a relaxing meditation session and tension-relieving stretches. Please bring a yoga/non-slip mat.
Partnered with Meditation Toronto.
Please register by phone at 905-615-4835, or in person at Port Credit Library.
Location: Port Credit Library
20 Lakeshore Road East, Mississauga ON L5G 1C8 Canada
Located at the eastern edge of the Credit River,
On the north side of Lakeshore Road East and west of Stavebank Rd.
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FREE.
Meditation is a simple, easy way to improve well-being and connect mind, body, spirit. Meditation may assist with concentration, the ability to breathe more easily, increase feelings of calm, happiness, and contentment.
This is free of charge. Please RSVP Nancy your attendance at numphrey@hearthousehospice.com by February 4, 2019.
Event website: https://hearthousehospice.com
Location: Heart House Hospice
1-855 Matheson Blvd. East, Mississauga ON L4W 4L6 Canada
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Please note you can only access the parking lot via Timberlea Blvd.
Chinese New Year's Celebration: The Year of the Pig represents luck, good fortune, wealth, and honesty. Join us as we celebrate Chinese New Year's Festival Demonstration and Teachings with Jessica Yue!
Please RSVP by calling 905-823-6700 as space is limited.
Website: http://erinview.sifton.com. Email: info@erinview.sifton.com
Location: The Erinview Retirement Residence by Sifton
2132 Dundas St. West, Mississauga ON L5K 2K7
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FREE. Everyone welcome! All ages, members, non-members.
Please join us for an educational event with speakers on health, finances, and community activities.
Meeting the second Tuesday of each month at the Active Adult Centre of Mississauga.
February 12, 2019 AGENDA:
● The Mississauga Housing Market - Desiree Tuit, Peterson Team
● VON's Programs in Peel - Debra Kulpers, VON
For more information:
Contact Murray Etherington, 416-997-0919
Email: CARPMississauga@gmail.com
Facebook: Mississauga CARP
Website: CARP Mississauga Chapter
Location: Active Adult Centre of Mississauga, in Central Parkway Mall
377 Burnhamthorpe Road East, Mississauga ON L5A 3Y1 Canada
Enter on ground floor near Baskin Robbins and McDonalds. Come upstairs to the second floor.
Use FREE Mall parking outdoors or FREE underground parking at rear of Mall. Take elevator to second floor.
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FREE
Are you feeling stressed? Would you like to improve your flexibility? Join us for a session of calm and relaxation. Partnered with Noreen Isotani, registered yoga instructor.
A word on Gentle Yoga by Noreen Isotani: "Gentle Yoga is a tender mix of poses that can be done lying on a mat or seated on a chair. It is designed to:
● Increase flexibility and strength with proper alignment
● Use Acuball massage to open the body
● Connect breath and movement, body and mind.
Techniques are taught on how to meditate to clear the mind and de-stress. ~ BodyMend Wellness Clinic: Gentle Yoga for Holistic Healing.
Location: Sheridan Library, in Sheridan Centre
2225 Erin Mills Parkway, Mississauga ON L5K 1T9 Canada
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Join us for a fun-filled day of exciting, artful programming and activities including:
● The 3rd Annual LAC Family Talent Show
● Arts and Crafts Zone
● Exciting performances on the Community Stage
● Fire-building demonstrations and marshmallow toasting with 1st Meadowvale West Scout Group
● and much more!
Complimetary Family Day Underground Parking.
Location: Mississauga Living Arts Centre
4141 Living Arts Drive, Mississauga ON L5B 4B8 Canada
(Across from Square One Shopping Mall)
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There is a small material fee for this workshop.
Succulents are plants that store water in their leaves. That's why their leaves are thick and fleshy. Carol, a volunteer at Heart House, has created a workshop to share her passion for succulent plants. Carol loves outdoor gardening and has found propagation of succulents to be extremely therapeutic. At this workshop, you will learn about succulents, plant your own, and learn about propagation.
Please RSVP Kathy your attendance at kratchford@hearthousehospice.com by Feb. 14, 2019.
Event website: https://hearthousehospice.com
Location: Heart House Hospice
1-855 Matheson Blvd. East, Mississauga ON L4W 4L6 Canada
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Please note you can only access the parking lot via Timberlea Blvd.
There is free parking in front of and around the building, as well as on the street.
Please do not park in the building beside the hospice.
Topic: Retirement
Attend Pierre's FREE Financial Workshop to learn:
● Do you know if you have enough to retire?
● How much retirement income will you have at age 65?
● How long will it last?
● Capital Market outlook for 2019, Canadian Market.
● How you may secure a comfortable retirement.
Pierre offers a comfortable, no commitment, and no obligation way to learn and to prosper.
Complimentary dinner, free admission, workshop, no cost or obligations. Bring a friend or two.
Agenda:
● Workshop
● Complimentary Dinner
● Q & A
● Prize Draw
Space is limited. Reserve your seats now by contacting: Claire Li (Associate Consultant) at 905-306-0031, Email: claire.li@investorsgroup.com
For more information, contact Pierre Wong, BA, CLU, CEA, Consultant at 905-306-0031.
Email: pierre.wong@investorsgroup.com
Website: IG Wealth Management: Pierre Wong
Location: Bliss Chinese Cuisine
6485 Mississauga Road North, Mississauga ON L5N 1A6 Canada
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Save money by learning how to reduce taxable income, maximize deductions, and use allowable tax credits.
In partnership with Chartered Professional Accountants Canada (CPA).
Admission is FREE. Parking is FREE. Registration is required.
For more information or to register, please call Mississauga Central Library: 905-615-3500.
Location: Mississauga Central Library
301 Burnhamthorpe Road West, Mississauga ON L5B 3Y3 Canada
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Solel is having a very special Sabbath service this evening. The "Invite Your Neighbour Service" is an opportunity to rejoice in the multi-faith community and to share with and explain Sabbath traditions and customs to the community.
An open invitation is warmly extended to you, your family and colleagues to join Solel this evening at 8 pm. Welcome the Sabbath with us and share in the joy of the holiest day of the week. After the service, there will be a social time in which tea, coffee and cake will be served and a chance for us to talk to one another, and answer any questions that you may have.
If you can attend, please RSVP to Arliene Botnick at 905-820-5915.
Location: Solel Congregation of Mississauga (Reform Synagogue)
2399 Folkway Drive, Mississauga ON L5L 2M6 Canada
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This is one afternoon you will not want to miss! Blue and Gold Macaw, Sugar Glider, Asian Water Dragon, and a Red Fox are just some of the exotic animals that will be joining us today. Come and see these majestic animals up close and personal!
Please RSVP by calling 905-823-6700 as space is limited.
Website: http://erinview.sifton.com. Email: info@erinview.sifton.com
Location: The Erinview Retirement Residence by Sifton
2132 Dundas St. West, Mississauga ON L5K 2K7
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FREE.
This workshop is open to Heart House Hospice Volunteers and the general public.
Are you currently grieving the death of a loved one? In your personal or professional life do you know someone who is grieving? Does the experience of grief feel confusing and chaotic? This 2-hour education workshop will explore common themes in grief and mourning that can serve as a road map for the grief journey.
Participants will come away with an increased understanding that grief is normal, natural and a necessary part of life, and that professional support is available in a variety of ways if/when a person is ready to access it.
Questions? Please contact Alexandra Horsky at 905-712-8119 x 247
Please RSVP via this link: www.hearthousehospice.com/our-upcoming-events
Location: Heart House Hospice
855 Matheson Blvd. East, Unit 1, Mississauga ON L4W 4L6 Canada
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Please note: You can only access the parking lot via Timberlea Blvd.
FREE.
Meditation is a simple, easy way to improve well-being and connect mind, body, spirit. Meditation may assist with concentration, the ability to breathe more easily, increase feelings of calm, happiness, and contentment.
Please RSVP Nancy your attendance at numphrey@hearthousehospice.com by March 4, 2019.
Event website: https://hearthousehospice.com
Location: Heart House Hospice
1-855 Matheson Blvd. East, Mississauga ON L4W 4L6 Canada
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Please note you can only access the parking lot via Timberlea Blvd.
FREE.
Maya LaRose is of Indigenous decent. Her background encompasses Hospice, Reiki, Therapeutic Touch and she has recently become a Death Doula. She is well known for her drumming circles, Fire Keeping, teaching, mentoring, and her passion for Community building. Through these endeavours, she brings people together to form a community of compassionate and caring people.
Come join the drumming circle where there will be teaching and an opportunity to create tobacco ties. If you are unable to join this time, Maya will be returning again on Thursday, April 11, 2019 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm.
Please RSVP Kathy your attendance at kratchford@hearthousehospice.com by March 4, 2019.
Event website: https://hearthousehospice.com
Location: Heart House Hospice
1-855 Matheson Blvd. East, Mississauga ON L4W 4L6 Canada
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Please note you can only access the parking lot via Timberlea Blvd.
FREE. Everyone welcome! All ages, members, non-members.
Please join us for an educational event with speakers on health, finances, and community activities.
Meeting the second Tuesday of each month at the Active Adult Centre of Mississauga.
March 12, 2019 AGENDA:
● Is a Reverse Mortgage for You? - Lee Yarra, Mortgage Scout
● Pre-Planning the Future - Jacqueline Peart, Cedarlane Solutions
For more information:
Contact Murray Etherington, 416-997-0919
Email: CARPMississauga@gmail.com
Facebook: Mississauga CARP
Website: CARP Mississauga Chapter
Location: Active Adult Centre of Mississauga, in Central Parkway Mall
377 Burnhamthorpe Road East, Mississauga ON L5A 3Y1 Canada
Enter on ground floor near Baskin Robbins and McDonalds. Come upstairs to the second floor.
Use FREE Mall parking outdoors or FREE underground parking at rear of Mall. Take elevator to second floor.
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FREE.
This workshop is open to Heart House Hospice Volunteers and the general public.
Do you know someone who is living with a life threatening illness or grieving the death of a loved one? Have you ever felt tongue-tied about what to say, how to behave, or what to do to support them?
The Etiquette of Illness and Grief Workshop will explore practical ways to support and communicate with people during the most challenging life circumstances. Participants will come away empowered with strategies that are authentic, supportive and compassionate for all.
Questions? Contact Peggy Moore at 905-712-8119 x 232.
Please RSVP via this link www.hearthousehospice.com/our-upcoming-events
Location: Heart House Hospice
855 Matheson Blvd. East, Unit 1, Mississauga ON L4W 4L6 Canada
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Please note: You can only access the parking lot via Timberlea Blvd.
 Dining at The Ruby, image source: Twitter |  Image source: Purdy's Chocolate Classes |
CARP and Silver Friends are going to be Chocolatiers for a day.
Join us. You will enjoy a delicious 3-course lunch in the 4-diamond Ruby Restaurant.
The Ruby is a full-service restaurant style dining room on the 12th floor. It is named after Founder Ron Schlegel's mother Emma whose maiden name was "Ruby."
Delicious lunch menu includes:
● Soup of the day
● Entrée
● Salad
● Dessert
● Coffee or tea
● Taxes and gratuities
After lunch, we move to the demo studio to create a chocolate indulgence. Combine chocolate with your choice of inclusions such as nuts or dried fruits to create your personalized 400g chocolate bark - A decadent sweet take-home treat to enjoy with friends or family ($34.00 value). Class runs 2 hours in duration.
COST: $65.00 includes:
● 3-course lunch
● chocolate making class
● take home chocolate bark (value $34.00)
● all taxes and gratuities
To reserve your spot, please contact: Rose Bilak at 416-889-7673
rose.bilak@gmail.com
Event sponsors:
Jason A. DeJean, Argosy Securities Inc.
Tony Whitehouse, Royal LePage.
Location: The Village of Erin Meadows Retirement Community
2930 Erin Centre Blvd, Mississauga ON L5M 7M4 Canada
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FREE.
An informative and interesting workshop. Learn about Advance Care planning in an interactive and fun learning environment.
Trudy Mulder-Hall, who is facilitating this workshop, has a wealth of information. It is well worth the investment of your time!
"Trudy Mulder-Hall is an RN working in the role of Advanced Practice Nurse in Palliative Care at Central West CCAC. Trudy is a certified Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Nurse. She is the Central West LHIN area representative with the HPCO Community Practice Leads on Advance Care Planning and Health Care Consent to promote consistent messaging and the importance of following the Law around this issue in Ontario. In her role at CCAC she provides support to patients, families, nurses, physicians and other health care providers to optimize hospice palliative care support through capacity building, education, research and symptom management." ~ Info from Health Care Consent and Advance Care Planning in Ontario: What You Need to Know.
Please RSVP Kathy your attendance at kratchford@hearthousehospice.com by March 22, 2019.
Event website: https://hearthousehospice.com
Location: Heart House Hospice
1-855 Matheson Blvd. East, Mississauga ON L4W 4L6 Canada
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Please note you can only access the parking lot via Timberlea Blvd.
FREE. Everyone welcome! All ages, members, non-members.
Please join us for an educational event with speakers on health, finances, and community activities.
Meeting the second Tuesday of each month at the Active Adult Centre of Mississauga.
April 9, 2019 AGENDA:
● Investment Options - John Barrett, Desjardins
● Paramedics Services in Peel - Brad Bowie, Peel Paramedic
For more information:
Contact Murray Etherington, 416-997-0919
Email: CARPMississauga@gmail.com
Facebook: Mississauga CARP
Website: CARP Mississauga Chapter
Location: Active Adult Centre of Mississauga, in Central Parkway Mall
377 Burnhamthorpe Road East, Mississauga ON L5A 3Y1 Canada
Enter on ground floor near Baskin Robbins and McDonalds. Come upstairs to the second floor.
Use FREE Mall parking outdoors or FREE underground parking at rear of Mall. Take elevator to second floor.
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FREE.
Maya LaRose is of Indigenous decent. Her background encompasses Hospice, Reiki, Therapeutic Touch and she has recently become a Death Doula. She is well known for her drumming circles, Fire Keeping, teaching, mentoring, and her passion for Community building. Through these endeavours, she brings people together to form a community of compassionate and caring people.
Come join the drumming circle where there will be teaching and an opportunity to create tobacco ties.
Please RSVP Kathy your attendance at kratchford@hearthousehospice.com by April 6, 2019.
Event website: https://hearthousehospice.com
Location: Heart House Hospice
1-855 Matheson Blvd. East, Mississauga ON L4W 4L6 Canada
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Please note you can only access the parking lot via Timberlea Blvd.
Sit back in a comfortable Las Vegas style showroom (Greg Frewin Theatre) and experience the arts of illusion, mystery and magic with Greg Frewin.
Be astonished and amazed by one of the most renowned magicians in the world. See spectacular appearances by his rare, majestic tigers. See grand illusions, beautiful dancers and exotic birds in this captivating show that leaves you on the edge of your seat in anticipation of the next mind boggling illusion.
Greg Frewin is an illusionist and World Champion of Magic. Recognized by his peers the world over as "The International Grand Champion of Magic," Frewin has won every major award there is within the magic community. ~ Info from TripAdvisor.
Buffet Menu:
● Fresh Baked Focaccia, Grilled Naan Bread, Classic Margarita Flatbread
● Salad Station: Classic Caesar Salad, Heritage Green Salad, Red Cabbage Coleslaw, Seasonal Salad Feature
● Hot Station: Barbeque Dry Rubbed Chicken, Baked White Fish, Oven Roasted Pork Loin, Seasonal Mixed Vegetables, Baked Pasta, Greek Style Oven Roasted Potatoes
● Dessert Station: Fresh Baked Cookie, Assorted Mini Treats, Tarts and Squares, Fresh Fruit Display
● * Menu Subject to Change without notice*
Cost: $128.00 includes
● Coach transportation
● Live entertainment
● Buffet lunch
● Door prizes
● Swag bag
● All taxes and gratuities
Proudly Sponsored by:
CARP
Tony Whitehouse, Royal LePage
Silver Links
Jason A. DeJean, Argosy Securities Inc.
To reserve your seat, please contact Rose Bilak at 416-889-7673 or rosebilak@gmail.com.
Depart from and return to: St. Thomas à Becket Church
3535 South Common Court, Mississauga ON L5L 2B3 Canada
(Erin Mills South area, next to South Common Centre and Wal-Mart)
(Ample free parking, easy access to public transit)
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