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Huronia Players

Registrations are now open for two Huronia Players Theatre Academy courses
beginning January 2010: Introduction to Theatre Arts (Ages 8 -12) Mondays 6:45 - 8 pm Jan 18 - Mar 8, 2010 $110
Theatre Arts Academy (Ages 13 -16) Mondays 8:15 - 9:45 pm Jan 18 - Mar 8, 2010 $120
All classes will be held at The Studio Theatre 427 William St. Midland.
To register contact Riona at beanecojoe@gmail.com or leave a message at 526-6987.

Huronia Players Present:
DANCOCK'S DANCE
a drama by Guy Vanderhaeghe
12 performances Feb 11-to Feb 27, 2010.
At the Studio Theatre -427 William Street Midland ON
For Tickets (705) 526-9395 8am-8pm 7 days a week
Be sure not to miss this powerful drama!

HURONIA PLAYERS is holding OPEN AUDITIONS
for "RENOVATIONS" A Comedy by Elizabeth Elwood
directed by Doris Sloan
Thurs Feb 4 th & Sun Feb 7th ~ 7PM -9PM
at the Studio Theatre 427 William St Midland
5M 4F Roles.
For Production Apr 29-May 15, 2010.

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Bingo
The Midland Odd Fellows and Rebekahs Lodge holds bingo every Saturday night.
Doors open at 6:00 pm, with bingo starting at 7:30 pm.
All profits go back into community programs.
For info, call 527-5891

The Midland and Area Newcomers Club
New to Midland or the Surrounding area? This club may be just what you want. The Midland and Area Newcomers Club was established to provide new residents with an opportunity to meet other newcomers on a social level and ease the transition into their new communities. Members currently hail from Balm Beach, Perkinsfield, Wyevale, Lafontaine, Port Severn, Victoria Harbour, Midland, and Penetanguishene. A varied program of activities is offered including coffee get-togethers, pot luck suppers, local theatre outings, cross-country ski trips, barbecues, hiking, games nights and participation in community events.
Social meetings are held once a month.
Call Mary Ann, membership co-ordinator, at 527-1819, or Jo-Anne, president at 534-7843

Scottish Dancing
Learn Scottish country dancing. Heritage Dancers are looking for new dancers. Practices are Tuesday nights at 7:00 pm in the foyer at Ste. Marie among the Hurons.
Call Jeannie at 534-6465

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Visual Arts
New members interested in promoting the visual arts with exhibitions and workshops are welcome to join.
Regular meetings are held the fourth Thursday of every month in the lower level of the Penetanguishene Public Libary at 7 pm. For further information, please contact
Dianna Segalin at 549-3560.

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Huronia Harmonizers
The Huronia Harmonizers perform every Monday night from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm in Victoria Harbour. Come ans see men from all walks of life perform for a wonderful cause. They accept donations that go directly into the Harmonize for Speech Fund, which goes to help adults and children who have speech and/or hearing difficulties.
For mor information, call Bob at 534-9920

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Lafontaine Parks
Euchre and Bid Euchre every Tuesday night at 7:00 pm at the Community Hall in Lafontaine.
Cost is $5 per person.

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Baby Needs
The North Simcoe Emergency Baby Needs Depots need donations of formula, diapers, baby food. Donations can be made at The Family Playhouse, 356 King St. Midland, or
call Debra at 549-7431 ext. 4325

Used Clothes
Gently used clothes for adults and children at Georgian Bay Metis Council, Stoneleigh Place, Unit 301, Midland. Drop from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, Monday to Friday. Proceeds to long-term care programs

Food Bank
The Midland Salvation Army food bank needs donations of canned goods, Kraft dinner and peanut butter. Please bring donations to the office at
555 Dominion Ave. Midland.

Villa Care Centre
Alleviate the loneliness of eating by yourself everyday. We offer a cost effective alternative for seniors, to enjoy a meal in a formal dining room with friendly company. If you have time to serve as a driver, please call Sharon Randall at the Villa Care Centre, 526-4238, 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
Monday to Thursday.

Children's Aid
Simcoe County Children's Aid Society needs volunteer drivers in the Midland/Penetanguishene area weekdays. Mileage rate applied. Applications available at office at 344 King St. Midland, or
call 1-800-461-4236 ext. 361

Cancer Society
Canadian Cancer Society looking for volunteers to transport patients for treatment to Toronto, Barrie, Orillia etc. Remuneration available.
Call Barb at 526-7140 for info.

Red Cross
Canadian Red Cross Community Health Services requires volunteer drivers to support the transportation program in Huronia. Reliable vehicle, clean driving record, valid driver's licence and no criminal record required. Mileage paid for trips locally, and to Barrie, Orillia and Toronto.
Call 526-0561 for details.

OSPCA Volunteer
Volunteers are needed at the Ontario SPCA Midland Branch. Positions open for morning shifts from 8:30-11:30 am to help clean cages, laundry, dishes, and walking dogs. Call Stephanie at 534-4459

AARK Volunteers
Adolescents at Risk & K-9's (AARK) is in need of volunteers. "AARK" works with youth at risk training assistance dogs for people with various disabilites. AARK is a non profit Charitable organization run exclusively by volunteers and we need you. If you can devote a few hours a month or week to this worth while program and would like a fun and challenging volunteer experience,
please call the "AARK" volunteer coordinator @ 549-0814

In-school Mentoring
For one hour a week, skip out of work and into school. This program is a convenient way to volunteer with children for both men and women who have busy schedules. Call Sharon at Big Brothers of North Simcoe
526-5051

Learning Disabilities
The Learning Disabilities Association is a volunteer-led organization that acts as a catalyst for the development of appropriate services for persons of all ages who have learning disabilitie. For information on how to be a volunteer, call Melanie at 1-888-684-5855

Meals On Wheels - Midland, Penetang
The Canadian Red Cross Meals on Wheels program in Midland and Penetang needs volunteers to do hot meal delivery once a month. If you have a vehicle, an hour each month, and a valid driver's licence, call 526-0561

CLH Needs You
Community Living Huronia is looking for volunteers. If you are searching for a rewarding opportunity to help enhance the life of a person with a developmental disability, you may be interested in becoming a CLH volunteer. Opportunities include computers, swimming, church, therapeutic play with pre-schoolers or just share your interests. Call Lisa at 526-4253 ext. 215

MHCP Volunteers - Penetanguishene
Volunteers are needed at the Mental Health Centre Penetanguishene. If you have an interest in friendly visiting, food shopping, dancing, cards and games, gift shop, used clothing, call Volunteer Services at 549-3181 ext. 2219

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COPES
Central Ontario Pain Enders Society (COPES) is available for information concerning chronic pain.
Contact Pat at 526-6945

Screening Centres
How is your infant or child growing and developing? Meet with a child development professional to find out. To register for a half-hour appointment at the Ontario Early Years Centre, call the Simcoe County District Health Unit at 721-7520

Healthy Babies
The Georgian Bay Metis Council is now delivering an Aboriginal Healthy Babies Healthy Children program in Simcoe County. To refer clients or to access this important service contact
Heather Johnson at 526-6335 ext.209

Hope for Life
Hope for Life centre offers a variety of free, confidential services, including pregnancy testing, education on options, supply closet, community referrals, post abortion support, more. For information call 527-4272.
Located at 539 Hugel Ave. Midland

Georgianwood
Georgianwood Addiction Centre offers local community groups two new community workshops: Creating Drug-Free Families, and Georgianwood's Teen talk. For information call 549-3181 ext. 2526 or fax 549-5628. No cost to community groups or schools.

Child Development
If you have concerns about how your child is developing? Help your child get their best start in life by identifying problems early. Talk to a professional. Free child development screening is available by calling Health Connection at 721-7520 or 1-877-721-7520

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Read to Succeed
Free tutoring for adults 16 and over with Midland Area Reading Council to improve basic skill in reading, writing and math with computer-assisted learning. Call MARC at 527-1522 or
e-mail marc@csolve.net

Calorie Counters
Canadian Calorie Counters meetings are held on Monday evenings at 7:00 pm in the back entrance to Papa Joes in Midland, parking lot off First St. For info, call Glenalda at 526-3587
or Evelyn at 526-7239

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Askennonia Programs
Askennonia Senior Centre summer program includes Monday & Wednesday morning Line Dance, Monday afternoon bridge, Tuesday morning tap dance. - Located at the North Simcoe Recreation Centre http://www.askennonia.com/

Cards
Euchre on Mondays at 1:00 pm; Bid Euchre on Tuesdays at 12:30 pmand Thursdays at 7:00 pm; Bridge on Fridays at 12:30 pm. All cards $2.50 each sesssion. 50/50 draw and light refreshments, at "The Place" Georgian Shores Swinging Seniors,
300 Balm Beach Rd. West 526-5074

Bid Euchre
The Midland Senior Citizens Club hosts bid euchre on Tuesdays at 1:00 pm, $1 admission, and regular euchre on Wednesdays at 7:30pm, $2 admission. Use the rear entrance of Papa Joe's, 520 Hugel Ave. in Midland. Call 526-6503 or 526-4483 for info.

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Adult Care
Adult day care program provides social activation and socialization for seniors and frail elderly in the community. Runs Monday-Friday, with two days expecially for those clients with Alzheimers Dementia. Program provides respite for care-givers. For more information call Astrid or Brenda at 549-6277

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Trumpeter Swans
Be a Trumpeter Swan spotter. Record as much information as possible (number of birds, tag numbers if possible, location, date time) and contact the Wye Marsh.

Wildflower Gardeners
Wildflower gardeners are starting their spring and summer program at the Wye Marsh on Thursdays
from 10:00 am to 12 noon.
call Barb at 538-1973 or Helga at 526-7028

Woodcarvers
Wye marsh Association of Woodcarvers meets at the Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre every Tuesday evening at 7:00 pm. All levels of expertise are welcome.
For more information contact Alfred Scott at 549-2462

Dreamcatchers
Join others who take their dreams seriously to get together and improve skills in interpretation an application of dreams. For information
call Al at 526-0629

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Quest Art Group
New members interested in promoting the visual arts with exhibitions and workshops are welcome to join. Regular meets are held the fourth Thursday of every month in the lower level of the Penetanguishene Public Library at 7:00 pm.
For further information, please contact Dianna Segalin at 549-3560

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Mood Disorders
A new group for dealing with mood disorders will meet every second and fourth Tuesday at 7:30 pm at the Calvary Baptist Church in Midland

Visually Impaired
The Midland Visually Impaired Group meets at St. Marks Church on the third Wednesday of each month at 1:30 pm. Anyone with visual problems is welcome. The Visually Impaired Peer Support Group meets the first Wednesday of each month at 1:30 pm at Penetanguishene Hospital.

Brain Injury
The Ontario March of Dimes facilitates an activity group in Midland every Monday afternoon for people 20 years and older who have acquired brain injury.
Call Lori Wood at 1-800-567-0315 ext. 265 for info.

Al-Anon
Have you been affected by someone else's drinking? Al-Anon can help. Tuesdays at 8 pm, basement of St. Margaret's Church and Thursdays 8 pm, 2nd Floor of Knox Presbyterian Church, Hugel Ave. Midland.

Stroke Recovery
The Stroke Recovery Association of Ontario is composed of a group of stroke survivors, spouses, family and friends who help stroke survivors return to a full and productive life by means of encouragement, information and emotional support. For more information, call 1-888-540-6666

Moms
North Simcoe Mother care is a drop-in centre for pregnant women and new mothers. Free milk and nutritious foods Wednesdays, 3-4 pm, The Family Playhouse, 356 King St. Midland

Gamblers
Do you or your loved ones have a gambling problem? There is help available. Gamblers Anonymous meetings are held each Monday, 7:30 pm at the Georgianwood Addiction Centre in Penetang. For info, call 526-4113 or 549-2404

Twins Group
Twins and More, a support group for parents and parents-to-be of multiples, meets the second Tuesday of each month at The Family Playhouse, 356 King St. Midland, 7:30-9 pm. For more information call 835-63333

Drop-In
A free drop-in group for pregnant and parenting young adults (under 23) and their children Friday afternoons from 1 to 2:30 pm. at The Family Playhouse, 356 King St. Midland. Children's program and snacks are provided. Transportation available. For info call North Simcoe Community Action Program for Children, 549-7431 ext. 4325

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Midland Youth Centre - Ages 9-16
Supper Club - Pool League - Hip Hop Dance - Fun Art Projects - Special Event Theme Parties - After School Sports - Tournament Night - Crafts - Air Hockey - Ping Pong Pool Table - Gym - Rock Climbing - Much Music Dances - $15 Annual Membership Fee
Located at the North Simcoe Sports & Recreation Centre - 526-6159

Teen Night at the YMCA
The YMCA has teen nights for those between the ages of 12 and 17 on Saturdays, from 8 pm to 10 pm. Call Amanda at 526-7828 for mor information

Pow-wow
Georgian Bay Metis Council's traditional youth pow-wow drumming group meets every Thursday night at 7:00 pm t Stoneleigh Place in Midland. All youth interested in learning this cultural art of drumming, along with traditional teachings, are encouraged to attend. Call Karen Lediard or Carol Baker at 526-6335

Kinder Gym
This program for children enrolled in Kindergarten is a recreation experience to supplement your child's every-other-day kindergarten schedule.
9am - 5pm
Group A - Monday/Wednesday
Session 1: Sept 12-Nov 30 / Session 2: Dec 5-Mar 1 / Session 3: Mar 6-may 31
Group B - Tuesday/Thursday
Session 1: Sept 13-Dec 1 / Session 2: Dec 6-Mar 2 / Session 3: Mar 7-June 7
Max. 24 participants per session
$350 per 12 week session / * Lunch and snacks not provided
Pre & Post care available for an additional $5 per day
Info contact: NSSRC 526-6159

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Parents & Tots
Tiny Treasures Play and Resource Group meets every Friday, 9:30-11:30 am at the Penetanguishene Library, lower level. Fre parent/tot program for ages 0-6. All welcome

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Kids Time
Kids Time at Victoria Harbour Public Library is now held every Tuesday, 11 am - noon. Stories, fun and much more.

Playgroups: Waubaushene, Victoria Harbour, Port McNicoll, Hillsdale
A new playgroup for children aged newborn to six has started in the Waubaushene area.
It takes place on Tuesdays from 9:30 am to 11:30 am at Waubaushene Memorial Church back door. There are also other programs in the area:
Port McNicoll:
Port McNicoll Commuity Centre; Wednesdays from 9:30 am to 11:30 am
Victoria Harbour:
St. John's United Church in Victoria Harbour; Thursdays from 9:30 am to 11:30 am
Hillsdale:
Hillsdale Community Centre; Wednesdays from 9:30 am to 11:30 am.
Call the Ontario Early Years Centre at
526-2456 for more information.