Billboard of November 18, 2007

Le Musée des maîtres et artisans du Québec (615 Ste-Croix) invites parents with children 6 years and up, to Family Workshops: "Winter lantern" today Nov. 18 at 2 p.m., and "Christmas Crown" on Nov. 24 and 25 at 2 p.m. (7204). Ceramics Encounters exhibition is on until January 13, 2008 (#7201). Info: 514 747-7367.

Beth Ora Seniors (2600 Badeaux, St-Laurent) welcome Police Officer Pierre Faucher of Station #6 in St-Laurent who will speak about "How to protect your home", on Nov. 20 at 1:45 p.m. Info: 514 342-1234 #7256.

St-Laurent library (1380 de l'Église) welcomes Photographer David Rogers who will present "Hicking through Argentina", on Dec. 4, at noon.

The Paniers de Noël St-Laurent organizing committee is currently in the midst of its campaign for the 2007 edition of the Christmas basket drive. To receive a basket, you must be a resident of St-Laurent and make an appointment for your application to be reviewed by calling 514 855-6110 ext. 4906, no later than November 22 at 4 p.m. to be processed. Limited to one application per family. Info: Maria-Elena Antunez at 514 855-6110 ext. 4864.

The Ladies Group of St. Paul's Lutheran Church (1720 Décarie) will hold their annual Christmas Bazaar, on Nov. 24 from noon to 4 p.m. First prize: weekend for two at a Resort in the Laurentians. Info: 514 747-1881 or 514 747-4632.

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.

The Montreal Dance Club offers several dancing lessons. Come and learn how to dance with or without a partner, bachata, salsa, merenque, and cha cha. Info: 514 624-0533.