Shaggy chic is the fashion when the Winnipeg Humane Society hosts the 16th annual Bow Wow Ball, Saturday, November 21st at the Fairmont Winnipeg. This ever popular event features silent and live auctions, a balloon draw, and the highly sought after doggy bags. Call 982-2041 for tickets or go to winnipeghumanesociety.ca.
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Help someone in need this winter. The Charleswood Senior Centre is looking for volunteers to be ‘snow angels’ once a week this winter, and help shovel steps and walkways of seniors living in the area. To volunteer to be a snow angel, or if you’re a senior who requires a snow angel, call 897-5263.
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The Aurora Family Therapy Centre is running a homicide bereavement group for those who have lost a loved one to homicide. This loss may be fairly recent or several years ago. The group meets Tuesday evenings from 6:30 - 8:30. For more information contact the Aurora Family Therapy Centre at 786-9251.
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Westwood Collegiate is holding a Christmas Craft Sale Saturday, November 28th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. You’ll find plenty of gifts and décor - from seasonal wreaths, and ornaments to homemade fudge and clothing for your pet! Enjoy a festive display from over 50 local crafters. All proceeds go to the school’s 2010 safe grad, and admission is free.
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Lord Selkirk Park Adult Learning Program
Are you looking to upgrade your reading and writing skills? The Lord Selkirk Park Adult Learning Program has immediate openings. Classes are held at David Livingston School, 270 Flora Avenue, Tuesday and Thursdays, 5 to 8 p.m., and Wednesday mornings from 9 to noon. Drop by or call 589-3025 for more information.
Get a jump on your Christmas shopping and support a great cause. Take part in the Community Market Fundraiser at Roblin Park Community Centre, November 28th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be 30 different vendor tables, a rainbow auction and raffle basket. All proceeds go to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation.
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Stroll through a winter garden filled with colour and light during the Festival of Trees and Lights at the Assiniboine Park Conservatory, November 20th to December 6th. Admission is free. Get an early start on the magic of the holiday season. For a complete schedule of events go to friendsfestival.com.
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World Diabetes Day is November 14th. To help celebrate, the National Aboriginal Diabetes Association is giving away a copy of the Eagle book series. The beautifully illustrated series teaches children about Type 2 Diabetes and how they can prevent it. To enter and learn more about this important giveaway visit the website.
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Winnipeg Humane Society Adoptions
You can find out more information by heading to the Winnipeg Humane Society. Saving just one pet won't change the world... but it surely will change the world for that one pet.
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This beautiful young lady was found as a stray – and very pregnant. She spent time in foster care caring for her babies; now she needs someone to care for her. This cat is a purr machine, she is always so happy!
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Heaven is a goofy, friendly and energetic girl. Heaven has been in our care since July; let’s find her the home she so desperately deserves! She will require regular, daily exercise to keep her happy and healthy. If you are looking for a jogging partner, look no further!
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Becca is lucky to be alive! She was hit by a car; luckily she came to us and our awesome veterinarian team have her all fixed up and ready to be adopted! Becca seems to like other dogs; she is rambunctious and may do well with another active dog for company.
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