Events
This list of local event is compiled, in part, with the gracious assistance of Beth Early-Rae (Caledon Community Services), and includes additional events submitted to us through our online Event Submission Form (CLICK HERE)
MARCH
Wednesday, March 10 - The Bolton Old Time Fiddlers Jamboree, 6:30-11 pm, in the Albion Bolton Community Centre. Everyone welcome to come out and enjoy the music. $3/person.
Wednesday, March 10 - Tops (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Chapter #ON1381 meets every Wed, 6:30-7:30 pm, Caledon Central School (Kennedy & Charleston, Caledon Village). This non-profit weight loss group meets to learn about nutrition & exercise. Call Barbara 519-927-5696.
Wednesday, March 10 - On Songs From the Woods (B105.5FM at 8pm) Host Rick Jones welcomes Jamie Robinson: Winner of the 2007 North American Rock Guitar Competition at the age of 17, the youngest winner in the history of the competition. Jamie Robinson represented Canada against countries including England, Russia, Brazil, Italy, U.S, and Ireland. 19 year old Jamie Robinson was awarded a Civic Award from the Mayor of Pickering for his accomplishments in the last year. Jamie has been playing guitar for over 9 years and teaching at Durham School Of Music since the age of 15. Playing in bands around the Greater Toronto Area since the age of 12, Jamie has been on the same stages as Tommy Lee, Justin Timberlake, Nickelback, Beyonce, and Shania Twain. Jamie has received a very rare full tuition paid scholarship to G.I.T in Hollywood, California for 2008. Listen live online at http://stream2.netro.ca/cjfb
Thursday, March 11 - Probus Club of Bolton District meets 9:30 am at the Caledon Seniors Centre (7 Rotarian Way, Bolton). Topic: The Environment. Call 905-951-3062 for more details.
Thursday, March 11 – Meeting of the Mono Road Womens Institute, 12:30 pm, at the home of Marilyn Kolking. Lunch provided. Program: Cooking Demonstration. Please bring your favourite recipe for exchange. Guests welcome. Call Jenny 905-584-2901.
Thursday, March 11 – Caledon Seniors Centre hosts a bus trip to Casino Rama. Coach leaves Centre 9 am; returns 5 pm. Cost $8/person. Call 905-951-6113.
Thursday, March 11 – Seniors Afternoon at the Albion Bolton Library, 1:30 pm. Enjoy a St Patricks Day celebration with entertainment provided by Miller School of Irish Dance. Light refreshments. Free drop-in program.
Thursday, March 11 - Moms and Babies Nurture Group every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month, 2-3 pm, at Inside Out Family Chiropractic (27 King St E, Bolton). Open to all pregnant moms and moms with babes in arms to meet and discuss issues relevant to their life as a mom and a woman. Group is free. Call Dr. Shawna Dingman 905-951-9911 or info@insideoutchiro.org.
Friday, March 12 – “Precious Preschoolers”, a free parent education workshop at the Caledon Parent-Child Centre/Ontario Early Years Centre, 9:30-11 am. Childcare provided for a small fee. To register, call 905-857-0090. Visit www.cp-cc.org.
Monday, March 15 - “Has your life been affected by someone else’s drinking? Al-Anon Family Group is for you.” Al-Anon Support Group meets in Orangeville, Mondays at 8 pm and Wednesdays, 10 am at Westminster United Church (247 Broadway). Also meets Thursdays in Tottenham. Call 1-888-425-2666 or visit http://al-anon.alateen.on.ca.
Monday, March 15 - The Dorado Stars Swim Club hosts free try-outs for youth 6-18 years, Monday and Wednesday evenings at Mayfield Recreation Complex (Bramalea & Mayfield Rds, Caledon). To book an appointment, call 905-846-6213 or visit www.doradostars.ca.
Saturday, March 13 - “Sweet Maple Syrup” Learn how to tap a tree and taste maple sap & syrup at Terra Cotta Conservation Area (14452 Winston Churchill Blvd) 10-11:30 am or 1-2:30 pm. Free with regular admission. All ages welcome. Registration necessary. Call 905-670-1615 ext 221 or email education@creditvalleyca.ca.
March 16-18 – Many activities for the kids at the various Caledon Libraries for March Break. Including Mad Hatter Tea Party, White Rabbit’s Silly Story Time, Looking Glass Creations Workshop, Wii Rock Band, Chimes/Creative Movement with Peter Jarvis, Tricks of the Trade and Introduction to Scrapbooking for Kids. To register or for more info, contact your local branch. Visit www.caledon.library.on.ca.
Wednesday, March 17 – Caledon Seniors Centre hosts a bus trip to the St Patrick’s Gala Show – “Vegas in Vaughan” with lunch and entertainment. Bus leave Centre at 10:45 am; returns 5 pm. Tickets $77/person. Call 905-951-6114.
Wednesday, March 17 – “A Pot of Gold” St Patrick’s Day Fundraiser in support of Caledon Community Services, 12noon – 7 pm, at Wal-mart Super Centre (150 McEwan Dr E, Bolton). Enjoy a colouring contest, raffle, “count the coins”. Fundraiser to support CCS Crisis Support and promote CCS ReUstore and Chez Thrift.
Wednesday, March 17-On Songs From the Woods (B105.5FM at 8pm) Host Rick Jones welcomes Anderson Council: Guitarist, vocalist and songwriter Jeff Robertson sums up Anderson Council’s mission statement; “I would love to reach as many people as we can, and continue to do what I love, writing and performing music.” Their passion to spread their music and songwriting skills as far and wide as possible is what drives the band to continue their quest. Chief songwriters, and brothers, Craig and Jeff Robertson, approach their songwriting in a natural fashion, through their extensive jam sessions and improvisation sessions with the complete band. Listen live online at http://stream2.netro.ca/cjfb
Thursday, March 18 - The Bolton Therapeutic Touch Group meets 7:15 pm, at the Davis Centre (80 Allan Dr, Bolton). Call Diane 905-880-2220 or Lorenza 905-584-2396.
Thursday, March 18 - Meeting of the Peel Regional Aquarium Club, 7 pm, at Turner Fenton High School (Kennedy & Steeles, Brampton). All new and experienced fish keepers welcome. Visit www.peelaquariumclub.org.
March 18 & 19 - Caledon Seniors Centre hosts its Annual Members Variety Show, 7 pm, at 7 Rotarian Way, Bolton. Reception to meet the cast following the show. Tickets $10/person. Everyone welcome. Call 905-951-6114.
Saturday, March 20 - Pancake Breakfast in support of Bolton Sea Cadets, 9-12 noon, at Bolton United Church (Nancy St). Cost $5/adults; $3/children and seniors. For more info, call Anne 905-951-7182.
March 20, 2010 - Pancake Breakfast at Bolton United Church (across from the Post Office)from 9:00 AM 'till noon. Adults $5, kids & seniors $3. All proceeds to benefit Bolton Sea Cadets. If more info is needed, please call Anne at 905-951-7182.
Saturday, March 20 – Deadline to enter the Caledon Public Library’s annual Young Adult Poetry Writing Contest (for ages 12-18yrs) and its annual Short Story Writing Contest for Kids (ages 6-12 yrs). For more information, visit www.caledon.library.on.ca.
Monday, March 22 - Meeting of the Caledon F.A.M.E. Family Support Group, 7-9 pm, in the Albion Bolton Community Centre, (Caledon Parent-Child Centre, 150 Queen St S, Bolton). This group provides support to those with family members with mental illness. No cost. For more info or to register, call Frank Logue 905-488-7716.
Wednesday, March 24 - On Songs From the Woods (B105.5FM at 8pm) Host Rick Jones welcomes New Music: from those folks who have sent in Tunez over the last month should a great Cornucopia of music. Listen live online at http://stream2.netro.ca/cjfb
Thursday, March 25 – Toxic Awareness Seminar, 7 pm, at the Albion Bolton Library. “How toxins in the home affect the entire family’s everyday health”. Free seminar. Advance registration required. Call 905-857-1400. Visit www.caledon.library.on.ca.
Thursday, March 25 - The West Humber Naturalists meet 7:30 pm, at the Vellore Village Community Centre (9545 Weston Rd, Vaughan). Joe Nocera, research scientist with MNR, on “Chimney Swifts and their decline”. Everyone welcome.
March 31- On Songs From the Woods (B105.5FM at 8pm) Host Rick Jones is joined by Tom Beyer from CHCanada.com: Tom always brings in a great selection of Tunz and Guest. Listen live online at http://stream2.netro.ca/cjfb
APRIL
MON. APRIL 12 - Special Public OMB Hearing Session during Rockfort Quarry
Hearing @ Caledon CC, 1-4 pm & 6-9 pm. 905-838-2590
April 17th from 4.30 to 7.00 pm - Annual Fish Fry Dinner. Bolton United Church 8 Nancy Street. Enjoy a generous meal of freshly caught Lake Trout & Whitefish from Georgian Bay c/w hashed browns, home style desserts & beverages. Tickets in advance or at the door; contact 905-857-2615 or buc@istar.ca or visit our website @ www.boltonunitedchurch.com
Sunday, April 18th, 2010, The Garden Spring Bridal Fair, The Brampton Agricultural Fairgrounds, 12982 Heartlake Road, Caledon ON., 11:00am to 4:00pm,Bridal Show - find local wedding vendors for your special day. www.white-weddings.org or info@white-weddings.org
Sunday, April 18 - Bolton Caledon MS Walk, Caledon East.
SAT. APRIL 24 - CCC Great Big Garage Sale @ Someday Farm, 5192 Winston Churchill Blvd., 9 am-4 pm. www.coalitioncaledon.com.
MAY
May 7th from 7.00 to 9.30 pm 5th Annual Musical "Blast From the Past", Bolton United Church, 8 Nancy Street, Come hear music from the past presented by a superb cast of 40 local performers of all ages. Tickets in advance or at the door; contact 905-857-2615 or buc@istar.ca or visit our website @ www.boltonunitedchurch.com
SEPTEMBER
Fri. Sept.. 17 - Coalition of Concerned Citizens Golf Tournament. www.coalitioncaledon.com
Caledon residents can join the fight to end multiple sclerosis at the 2010 Bolton-Caledon MS Walk on Sunday, April 18th.
With Canadians facing one of the highest prevalence rates of MS in the world, the quest for a cure is important to communities all across the country. For Caledon area residents who want to help end this unpredictable, often disabling disease, the Walk is a fun and meaningful way to get involved.
Beginning and finishing at the Caledon Community Complex, the 2010 Bolton-Caledon MS Walk is a family-oriented event that combines fundraising with food, entertainment, and prizes. Route lengths include an accessible 2km route and both 5km & 10 km routes. Join the movement. End MS.
Contact: Valerie Stevens
416.922.6600 ext 3181
valerie.stevens@mssociety.ca
Caledon Public Library
