Billboard of October 21, 2007

The 2007 Christmas Basket drive edition is on. You can donate non-perishable items and toys, as well as cash contributions. Collection boxes can be found at the Centre des loisirs, Borough Hall, YMCA Saint-Laurent and in other Saint-Laurent locations, such as schools, seniors' residences and community organizations. Additional boxes may be installed in other locations upon request. The food drive, overseen by Saint-Laurent’s Public Works department, will be held until Dec. 10. Info: 514 855-6110 # 4864.

Le Musée des maîtres et artisans du Québec (615 Ste-Croix) presents Family workshop "Scarecrow" that will be held today Oct. 21 at 2 p.m. (#7204). Two conferences are held in the context of the exhibition "Gandhi: Heritage of Non-Violence", today Oct. 21st: "La pertinence de Gandhi pour l’Inde d’aujourd’hui" in French, from 2 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., and "On Violence and Non-violence" in English, from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. Also traditional dance and Indian Snacks are scheduled for 4:30 p.m.

The exhibition "Les Jumeaux du CARI, No 2 Vol. 27" also takes place until today Oct. 21. The Museum presents Ceramics Encounters on Oct. 24 at 5:30 p.m., exhibit will run until January 13, 2008 (#7201). Family worshop "Clay Lantern" will also be presented on Oct. 27 and 28 at 2 p.m. (#7204) Couleur II students also exhibit their work until Nov. 4. Info: 514 747-7367.

The German Choir of Montreal invites you to a Benefit Concert, under the Direction of John Guzik today Oct. 21st at 2 p.m., in the Church (875 Marcel-Laurin). The concert's proceeds will go to the Our Lady of Fatima Parish Building Repair Fund. Info: 514 747-4226.

Beth Ora Seniors (2600 Badeaux, St-Laurent) welcome Marvin Rotrand, Montreal City Councillor who will speak about "How city government works", on Oct 23 at 1:45 p.m. Info: 514 342-1234 #7256.

The Royal Canadian Legion Br. 98 (4795 Henri- Bourassa O.) invites everyone to participate to the Pub Quiz (jeu-questionnaire méli-mélo)held on Oct. 28 at 2 p.m. Bring a friend. Prizes. Info: 514 336-8790 or www.legion98.com

Montreal architect Andrea Wolff will speak at Vanier College (821 Ste-Croix) on October 30, at noon, in the Amphitheatre (B223). As one of the architects renovating an old house she will discuss the challenge of greening a house during renovations. Entrance is free. Info: 514 744-7500.

Natinal Council of Jewish Women, Montreal section holds a Giant Annual Bazaar on Nov. 4 at Décarie Square (6900 Décarie, Namur Metro), from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Info: 514 733-7589.

On Nov. 7, Dr. Paola DeCicco, doctor of naturopathic medicine will lecture on "Strengthening the immune system, naturally", practical tools to prevent and ease symptoms related to colds and flus.

The Montreal Dance Club offers several dancing lessons. Info: 514 624-0533.