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12 : Contains material not generally suitable for children under age 12.
12A : 12 Accompaniment - Requires an adult to accompany any child under 12.
14A : 14 Accompaniment - Persons under 14 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.
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A : Adult - Only for adults. Sole purpose of the film is the portrayal of sexually explicit activity and/or explicit violence.
G : General Audiences. All ages admitted.
M : Mature audiences, parental discretion advised. M rating renamed to GP then revised to PG.
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PG : Parental Guidance Suggested. Suitable for general viewing, aged 8 and over.
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U : Universal viewing. Suitable for all, aged 4 and over.
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UR : Unrated. Film has not been submitted for rating or is an uncut version of a film that was submittted.
X : Adults only, persons under 18 will not be admitted.
EVENTS LISTING:
JANUARY 2020
● Tuesday, January 7: Hands on Exotics at VIVA Mississauga 3:00 pm ~FREE~
● Wednesday, January 8: Health and Wellness - Welcome H.O.M.E. (Helping Others Manage Everyday) presented by Turner & Porter 7:00 - 8:30 pm ~FREE~
● Wednesday, January 8: Credit Valley Horticultural Society (CVHS): Speaker Heinke Thiessen on "Picture Perfect Photography" at South Common CC 8:00 - 9:30 pm
● Friday, January 10: Beat the Winter Blues Open House at VIVA Mississauga 1:30 - 4:00 pm ~FREE~
● Sunday, January 12: Mayor's New Year's Levee at Mississauga Civic Centre 1:00 - 4:00 pm ~FREE~
● Tuesday, January 14: FREE Toronto Mississauga Job Fair 10:00 am - 5:00 pm ~FREE~
● Tuesday, January 14: Dementia 101 at Mississauga Halton LHIN Regional Learning Centre 1:00 - 3:00 pm ~FREE~
● Tuesday, January 14: CARP Mississauga Monthly Meeting at Hazel McCallion Banquet Hall, Vic Johnston Community Centre 6:30 - 9:00 pm ~FREE~
● Thursday, January 16: Smile Theatre Presents: From Judy to Bette at Parkland on the Glen 2:30 pm ~FREE~
● Saturday, January 18: Keto Crawl by Healthy Living Advisor at Goodness Me! Mississauga Store 10:00 - 11:00 am ~FREE~
● Wednesday, January 22: Women and Wealth: A Fireside Chat by Plans Brought to Life 6:30 - 7:30 pm ~FREE~
● Thursday, January 23: Meditation with Sonia at Heart House Hospice 7:00 - 8:00 am ~FREE~
● Thursday, January 23: Coding for Adults at Sheridan Library 7:00 - 8:30 pm ~FREE~
● Friday, January 24: Robbie Burns Celebration at VIVA Mississauga 2:00 pm ~FREE~
● Friday, January 24: Chinese New Year Tea Social at Parkland on the Glen 3:00 pm ~FREE~
● Saturday, January 25: Robbie Burns - Toronto Woman's Sword at Parkland on the Glen 2:30 pm ~FREE~
● Tuesday, January 28: Osteoarthritis of the Hand Workshop at Longo's Loft Room by Arthritis Society 10:00 am - 1:00 pm~FREE~
● Tuesday, January 28: Lunch & Learn: What Happens When We Die? Judaism and Physics Overlap - Presentation by Rabbi Emeritus Larry Englander at Solel Synagogue 11:30 am - 1:00 pm ~FREE~
● Wednesday, January 29: Story Keepers: Scrapbooking on Wednesday Afternoons at The Story Garden, Sheridan Centre 12:30 - 4:30 pm ~- DONATION "A Toonie a Trip"~
● Wednesday, January 29: Music Makers: Glockenspiel at Cooksville Library 2:00 - 3:30 pm ~FREE~
● Wednesday, January 29: Wine & Cheese Seminar: Retirement Your Way by Plans Brought to Life 6:30 - 8:00 pm ~FREE~
● Wednesday, January 29: The Circle Way at Heart House Hospice 6:30 - 8:30 pm ~FREE~
● Thursday, January 30: Chinese New Year Party at Active Adult Centre of Mississauga 1:30 - 4:30 pm
● Thursday, January 30: FREE - Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) Information Session 1:00 - 3:30 pm ~FREE~
● Thursday, January 30: Glistening Gala Open House at Amica Erin Mills 6:00 - 9:00 pm ~FREE~
● Thursday, January 30: Movie Night: Re-Member Where Grief and Beauty Co-Exist at Heart House Hospice 6:30 - 8:30 pm ~FREE~
Take a walk on the wild side, and get up close and personal with exotic animals in this fun and interactive presentation.
RSVP required. To RSVP, please call Hillary at 905-566-4500 or email: mississauga@vivalife.ca
Location: VIVA Mississauga Retirement Community
5575 Bonnie Street, Mississauga ON L5M 0N8 Canada
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FREE
Welcome H.O.M.E. (Helping Others Manage Everyday) program presented by Turner & Porter. "There is no place like home. Home is our safe-haven where we can truly be familiar and comfortable. When changes occur within the family, such as a death, separation, or someone leaving home, it often creates change in the responsibilities for the one remaining. Adjusting to the new 'normal' can be difficult. As you embark upon this new journey, we invite you to join our H.O.M.E. program to assist with a variety of life's essentials. You're not alone. Welcome to our home."
Info from Turner and Porter events website:
Experiencing exhaustion, fatigue, lack of sleep, loss of appetite? You are not alone.
A few practical steps will help to re-energize and rejuvenate you getting back into a healthy routine.
Join Turner & Porter to re-awaken your inner self. Stretch into new possibilities as you discover the new you that awaits beyond the horizon.
Together, we will learn how to supplement one's journey with:
● Getting enough sleep
● Soul-care
● Eating a well-balanced diet
● Personalized exercise plan
Attendees will leave our session feeling refreshed and encouraged. You will receive a rest journal and breakfast energy bites.
There is no cost to attend, however, space is limited.
To attend, please register by email, by phone, or visit website:
Email: comments@turnerporter.ca
Phone: 905-412-3087 (Call Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:00 pm)
Website: turnerporter.ca/events
Location: Turner & Porter Peel Chapel
2180 Hurontario Street, Mississauga ON L5B 1M8 Canada
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The Credit Valley Horticultural Society meets at the South Common Community Centre, Arbour Green Room at 8:00 pm.
Guest speaker Heinke Thiessen presents: "Picture Perfect - Snapshots to Admire and Inspire." Heinke Thiessen will discuss how to create appealing photographs.
Come join a friendly group for an informative and enjoyable evening. Visitors and new members warmly welcomed (non-members $2.00).
For more information, please visit www.creditvalleyhort.ca or call 905 822 1606.
Location: Arbour Green Room, South Common Community Centre
2233 South Millway, Mississauga ON L5L 3H7 Canada
(Intersection of The Collegeway and Erin Mills Pkwy)
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Come in from the cold for a tour of the VIVA Mississauga Community, followed by live entertainment!
RSVP to book your tour!
To RSVP, please call Hillary at 905-566-4500 or email: mississauga@vivalife.ca
Location: VIVA Mississauga Retirement Community
5575 Bonnie Street, Mississauga ON L5M 0N8 Canada
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FREE Event.
Happy New Year Mississauga! Mayor Bonnie Crombie invites you to join her and Members of Council at the annual Mayor's New Year's Levee at the Mississauga Civic Centre / City Hall.
Meet the Mayor and Members of Council, snap a photo, hear more about the City's plans for the year ahead followed by a free skate on Mississauga Celebration Square and an information fair.
There will be a live DJ, face painting, fun activities for the kids and tasty treats out on the Mississauga Celebration Square ice rink.
Mayor Crombie is planning to skate with guests after the Meet and Greet portion of the event.
Please dress warmly. Note that skating is weather permitting. For more information about the City's largest outdoor ice rink, see: Skate Rental, Sharpening Services, and Rink Rules.
If you require accessibility accommodations, please call Bryan Sparks at 905-615-3200 ext. 3253 or email Bryan.Sparks@mississauga.ca by January 3, 2020.
Location: Mississauga Civic Centre
300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga ON L5B 3Y3 Canada
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Phone: 311 or 905-615-4311
FREE Admission for Job Seekers!
Event organized by Skanna Security and Investigations Inc. See Eventbrite for more details.
To apply for Security Guard job, please call: 416-292-5353 or email recruit@skannasecurity.com
Job Fair Location: Delta Hotels by Marriott Mississauga
3670 Hurontario St. Mississauga ON L5B 1P3 Canada
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FREE - Dementia 101 for Family Caregivers
Come join us for an interactive session to help you understand dementia. Learn more about:
● What is Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia?
● What changes take place in the brain?
● What changes can I expect?
● How can behaviours be communication?
● How can I communicate effectively?
● How can the Alzheimer Society help me?
FREE respite for persons needing care available, must be pre-arranged. Call 905-829-7006 or email info@mhlhinrlc.ca for more info.
Event Category: Family Caregiver Events
Please note this session is not intended for the individual with Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia.
To register and obtain tickets: Eventbrite
Organizer: Regional Learning Centre
Phone: 905-829-7006
Email: info@mhlhinrlc.ca
Website: http://www.mhlhinrlc.ca/
LHIN = Local Health Integration Network
Location: Mississauga Halton LHIN Regional Learning Centre
2030 Bristol Circle, Suite 205, Oakville ON L6H 0H2 Canada
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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.
New venue beginning January 14, 2020 - CARP Mississauga Chapter Monthly Community Meeting will be held at the Hazel McCallion Banquet Hall at Vic Johnston Community Centre / Streetsville Arena, 335 Church Street, (Streetsville) Mississauga ON L5M 2C2 Canada.
January 14, 2020 AGENDA:
● 6:30 pm - Doors Open
* Water, coffee, tea, cookies
* Visit exhibitors for prize tickets
● 7:00 pm - Meeting Starts
* Welcome and a few words from exhibitors
* Exercise
● 7:30 pm - Presentation
* "Locating the Painting Sites for the Goup of Seven" by Sue and Jim Waddington
● 8:05 pm - Break
* Water, coffee, tea, cookies
● 8:25 pm - Presentation continues
● 8:50 pm - Prizes
● 9:00 pm - Close
For further information:
Contact Murray Etherington, 416-997-0919
Email: CARPMississauga@gmail.com
Facebook: Mississauga CARP
Website: CARP Mississauga Chapter
Location: Hazel McCallion Banquet Hall, Vic Johnston Community Centre
335 Church Street, Streetsville, ON L5M 2C2 Canada
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In this performance of scandalous headlines and marellous melodies, journey through the ground-breaking careers of the screen legends of yesteryear.
Critically acclaimed Toronto creator and performer Rebecca Perry takes to the stage to look at the lives of the ladies who broke convention and started something bigger, perhaps, than even they knew.
RSVP to Grace at 905-820-8210 ext. 8223
Email: gmiksa@shannex.com
Website: http://parklandretirementliving.com
Location: Parkland on the Glen
1665 The Collegeway, Mississauga ON L5L 0A9 Canada
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FREE
Instructor: Healthy Living Advisor
What is "keto"? Walk and talk with one of the "Keto Experts" from Goodness Me! as they highlight a curated collection of low-carb, high-fat products throughout the Mississauga store!
All are welcome. Sign up today online or in-store since space is limited to 20 customers.
Call Goodness Me! at 905-712-8402 to register for this free class, or Register Online.
Location: Goodness Me! Mississauga Store
720 Bristol Rd W. Mississauga ON L5R 4A5 Canada
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Phone: 905-712-8402
FREE
Info from Eventbrite: With about $750 billion soon to be passed down from one generation to the next in Canada, women will be working with larger portfolios.
Step confidently into the role of CFO in your life, and learn about:
● Businesses, philanthropy and wealth creation.
● Longer lives, smaller nest eggs.
● Blended families and the cost of divorce.
● The impact of time outside the workforce.
● Creating a financial plan that evolves with you.
● The power of women in management.
Location: IG Wealth Management
10th Floor, 1 Robert Speck Pkwy, Mississauga ON L4Z 3M3 Canada
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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.
Please RSVP Tanya your attendance at numphrey@hearthousehospice.com by January 16, 2020 at tpereira@hearthousehospice.com.
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
It's never too late to learn basic coding skills! Learn to code through different activities. Coding programs can include hour of code, Scratch, robots, games and much more.
Drop in program. No need to register.
Location: Sheridan Library, lower level in Sheridan Centre
2225 Erin Mills Parkway, Mississauga ON L5K 1T9 Canada
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Robbie Burns Celebration Friday, January 24th, 2:00pm Celebrate the famed Scottish poet with a travelogue about Scotland, and a biography on his life. Then join us for live entertainment and complimentary culinary samples! Space is limited, so RSVP here!
RSVP required. To RSVP, please call Hillary at 905-566-4500 or email: mississauga@vivalife.ca
Location: VIVA Mississauga Retirement Community
5575 Bonnie Street, Mississauga ON L5M 0N8 Canada
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Join Parkland on the Glen for traditional Chinese tea as Chinese New Year is celebrated.
RSVP to Grace at 905-820-8210 ext. 8223
Email: gmiksa@shannex.com
Website: http://parklandretirementliving.com
Location: Parkland on the Glen
1665 The Collegeway, Mississauga ON L5L 0A9 Canada
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Join Parkland on the Glen for a Robbie Burns afternoon with Toronto Women's Sword.
Toronto Women's Sword (TWS) performs traditional English hilt-and-point dances in both the long sword and "rapper" or short-sword traditions to live music.
RSVP to Grace at 905-820-8210 ext. 8223
Email: gmiksa@shannex.com
Website: http://parklandretirementliving.com
Location: Parkland on the Glen
1665 The Collegeway, Mississauga ON L5L 0A9 Canada
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When you suffer from osteoarthritis, everyday actions that most people take for granted can be daunting. This FREE interactive workshop, led by an Arthritis Society Occupational Therapist will help you get a handle on things.
Call Kim at the Arthritis Society to register: 905-615-3233
Website: http://www.arthritis.ca
Location: Loft Room - Loft Applewood, Longo's Applewood
1125 North Service Road, Mississauga ON L4Y 1A6 Canada
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LoftApplewood@longos.com
Phone: 905-566-1125
Presentation by Solel's Rabbi Emeritus Larry Englander.
Join us for a great opportunity to share a meal and learn together.
Bring your lunch. Coffee and tea are provided.
For more information or to RSVP, please contact the Solel office at (905) 820-5915.
Fax: (905) 820-1956.
Email: info@solel.ca
Location: Solel Congregation of Mississauga (Reform Synagogue)
2399 Folkway Drive, Mississauga ON L5L 2M6 Canada
(Highway 403 and Erin Mills Parkway)
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You've got a story to share; don't leave those photos in a shoebox! Come to the Story Garden Literacy Centre and create a beautiful album to cherish. Many supplies provided, along with tea, treats and friendship.
To register, please contact Catherine Nicholson at catherine@thestorygarden.ca or call 1-613-790-4290.
Website: https://thestorygarden.ca/
Cost: Suggested donation of "A Toonie a Trip".
Located in the Sheridan Mall in Mississauga, the Story Garden is a non-profit literacy centre that provides a variety of programs for children, teens, adults and seniors.
Location: The Story Garden Literacy Centre
2225 Erin Mills Parkway, Mississauga ON L5K 1T9 Canada
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Phone: 905-822-0344
FREE All Ages. 90 min.
Learn basic music theory and experience the joy of making music. No musical experience necessary. Instruments provided.
The main difference between the xylophone and glockenspiel is that the bars of the xylophone are wooden whereas the bars in the glockenspiel are made of steel. Hence their names, glockenspiel and xylophone: "glock" in Germany refers to "bells" whereas "xylo" in xylophone refers to "wood". ~ differencebetween.net
For more information, please call 905-615-4855. Email: Cooksville.Library@mississauga.ca
Location: Cooksville Library
3024 Hurontario St #212, Mississauga, ON L5B 4M4 Canada
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FREE.
This is a catered wine and Cheese Seminar.
Info from Plans Brought to Life - Eventbrite:
With today's retirees underliving to preserve their retirement income, it's important to get proactive about what your future holds.
We want you to look at your retirement future with a smile. Find out how to enjoy more money in retirement with less risk and better protection.
Topics:
● What does peace of mind look like in retirement?
● How to position your portfolio to take advantage of market opportunities.
● Maximizing your Retirement Paycheque™.
● Creating a living plan that adjusts with you.
Join Plans Brought to Life to discover strategies for wealth management and plan for the best retirement - provide you and your family with financial peace of mind.
Location: IG Wealth Management
10th Floor, 1 Robert Speck Pkwy, Mississauga ON L4Z 3M3 Canada
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FREE
The Circle Way offers the opportunity to practice active listening, intentional sharing, deeper connection, and self-reflection.
Please RSVP Kathy your attendance by January 24, 2020 at kratchford@hearthousehospice.com
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 - Ages: 16 years and up.
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) Info Session (2 hours 30 minutes) will cover common tax errors, general bookkeeping concepts and how to use financial benchmarks for your respective industries.
Meeting Objectives:
● To help small businesses gain a better understanding of the tax system and to provide information and resources available for them.
● To educate and enlighten taxpayers on the eligible expenses, credits, and benefits available for small businesses.
Admission is FREE. Pre-registration is required.
Register at Active Mississauga. Barcode #811327.
Location: 2nd Floor, Classroom 3, Mississauga Central Library
301 Burnhamthorpe Road West, Mississauga ON L5B 3Y3 Canada
2 levels of underground parking with 450 spaces.
Free parking on Saturdays and Sundays, and after 6 pm on Weekdays.
NW corner of Burnhamthorpe Rd. W. and Living Arts Dr., across from the YMCA
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You're invited to the Chinese New Year Party at the Active Adult Centre of Mississauga. Come and celebrate in style! Enjoy a hot and cold Chinese buffet lunch as you dance to a great selection of music by a DJ.
● Members: $18.00
● Guests/Non-Members: $20.00
Purchase tickets at the Admin Office. For more info, call 905-615-3207.
Location: Active Adult Centre of Mississauga, in Central Parkway Mall
377 Burnhamthorpe Road East, Suite 116, 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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This is an evening at Amica.
Amica Erin Mills, a senior lifestyles residence, invites you to their Glistening Gala Open House. Chase away the winter blues over light refreshments as you enjoy an elegant evening with live entertainment. Join Amica Erin Mills at the event.
RSVP by calling Shantel or Nelly at 905-816-9163 by January 28, 2020.
Location: Amica at Erin Mills
4620 Kimbermount Ave. Mississauga ON L5M 5W5 Canada
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FREE
Years after her son's tragic death, a bereaved mother is on an impassioned mission to un-silence grief in our modern culture that has been buried and forgotten the essential art of grieving.
Please RSVP Kathy your attendance by January 24, 2020 at kratchford@hearthousehospice.com
Contact: Kathy Ratchford
Coordinator of Recruitment and Training
Heart House Hospice
1-855 Matheson Blvd. E. Mississauga ON L4W 4L6 Canada
Phone: 905-712-8119 x 238
Fax: 905-712-4029
Email: kratchford@hearthousehospice.com
Website: www.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.
