Billboard of October 28, 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 St-Laurent and in other St-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 St-Laurent’s Public Works department, will be held until Dec.10. Info: 514 855-6110 # 4864.

Beth Ora Seniors (2600 Badeaux, St-Laurent) welcome Estee Mayer, daughter of survivors who will speak about "Art from the second generation perspective", with slide presentation, on Oct. 30 at 1:45 p.m. Info: 514 342-1234 #7256.

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.

St. Marks Anglican Church (1650 Décelles) holds its annual Bazaar on Nov. 3, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Diabetic Support Group is holding a conference, on Nov. 7 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. with Cardiologist Dr. Ann Walling at the Centre des Loisirs (1375 Grenet). Info: 514 332-6532.

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 flues.

@STA:Activities at the museum

Le Musée des maîtres et artisans du Québec (615 Ste-Croix) presents Ceramics Encounters until January 13, 2008 (#7201). Family workshop "Clay Lantern" will also be presented on Nov. 3 and 4 at 2 p.m. (#7204) Couleur II students also exhibit their work until Nov. 4. Info: 514 747-7367.

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

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

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.