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traVel Fair
The Travel Fair will take place in the spring. Information will be in the next KIT magazine. To anyone who is planning on travelling: www.whattravelwriterssay.com This site contains a lot of useful travel information. If you have any travel questions, contact Norman Wiebe, Travel Committee Chair, at 204- 857-9613 or e-mail Norman at mwiebe@mymts.net
CUBa
(Havana), $2,500.00 Can. for 4 wks. Hotel with breakfast and dinner, tuition fee. (Air fare not included). 250-478-0494 ssic@ telus.net ALCOA: Active Living Coalition for Older Adults - is an online resource for healthy active aging. It's publication, Silver times, is also on line. It is the official publication of ALCOA and is designed to offer solutions and inspiration for optimal aging for older adults. Topics such as chronic disease, mental health and women's health are but a few of the topics this publication offers. For more information: www.alcoa.ca and www.silver times.ca.
We DaY
Date: October 30, 2012 Place: MTS Centre - Educators' Lounge This is a space where educators have the chance to learn more about Free the Children's amazing curriculum: www.free thechildren. comgetinvolved/educator/ Volunteers are needed to help in the Educators' Lounge. volunteers@ freethechildren.com or Melissa hughes: 416-925-8594 ext 436. Deadline: September 30, 2012 1913 - 2013 iSaaC BroCk SChool is celebrating 100th Anniversary on May 24 and 25, 2013. If you are a former student and would like to be on a committee to help organize a reunion, please contact the school with your name, phone number, email. You will be contacted later in the year. 204772-9527 / isaacbrock@wsd1.org
leaF Manitoba's 22nd annual
Persons Day Breakfast
Friday, October 19, 2012 7:15 - 9:00 a.m.
Winnipeg Convention Centre topic: equality Delayed This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. When the Charter became law in 1982, the equality provisions were put on hold for three years. Keynote speakers Fiona Sampson and Mary Eberts, both well-known law experts, will discuss: Why was equality delayed? What advances have been made? What barriers and challenges remain? Tickets: $25, available at: McNally Robinson Booksellers. Manitoba Status of Women, 9456281. LEAF Manitoba 453-1379, leafmb@mymts.net
Proceeds support the advancement of all women's equality. DEER LODGE SENIOR MEN'S CURLING LEAGUE
is looking for curlers for the 2012/2013 season. Curling takes place Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 11:15 AM to 1:15 PM. from October to March. All skill levels plus first time curlers welcome. This is a great opportunity to get some affordable exercise, meet some new friends, and have some fun. Membership includes two delicious banquets. For further information: contact Dennis 2618790, Jim 837-6900, or Murray 284-5516.
rtaM aGM 2013 May 7 & 8 at Dauphin, MB
The Dauphin Area Retired Teachers look forward to welcoming RTAM to Dauphin - May 2013!
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UNiVerSitY WoMeN'S ClUB
education Course - hidden From history: her Story
Registration : October 1, 2012 Fee - $ 75 Presenter: Donna Goodman Location: Ralph Connor House - 54 West Gate Winnipeg Course runs Tuesdays from October 30 - December 4, 2012 at 9:30 a.m. Synopsis of course: The leaders of the suffrage movement in the province will be examined and the intellectual and social roots of the women's movement in Canada, Britain and the United States will be discussed. In 1812, one hundred years ago, Cora Hind with Lillian Beynon Thomas, both writers for the Manitoba Free Press, Nellie McClung and Dr. Mary Crawford formed the Political Equality League. These women were responsible for Manitoba women getting the vote in 1916. The lives and ordeals of these leaders will be highlighted. Scholarship Presentation Noteworthy Celebration of the arts Venue: Loudamus Auditorium, Canadian Menonnite University 500 Shaftsbury Boulevard Date: Saturday, October 20, 2012 Cost: Adults: $10.00; Students: $5.00 Time: 2 - 4 p.m.; Tea / Coffee Reception the GertrUDe MUeller MeMorial SCholarShiP Gertrude Mueller was a long time member of the UWC of Winnipeg, with a deep and abiding love of music and the arts. The Gertrude Mueller Memorial Scholarship has been created in memory of "Trudy" to acknowledge the outstanding talent in the music program at Canadian Menonnite University. Join us at the inaugural awarding of the scholarship to its first recipient, Catherine Richard and hear a piano recital by this bright young performer from the Winnipeg musical community. eal ClaSSrooM aSSiStaNtS NeeDeD
The Immigrant & Refugee Community Organization of Manitoba (IRCOM) is currently recruiting reliable volunteers with classroom experience to assist with our Newcomer Literacy Initiative. IRCOM's Newcomer Literacy Initiative consists of free English as an Additional Language (EAL) classes and free childcare services for newcomers to Winnipeg. Volunteers can expect to assist EAL instructors to run small group activities and facilitate lessons for 2.5 hours per week from September to May. Individuals interested in sharing their skills with the newcomer community are invited to contact IRCOM's Volunteer Coordinator, Erin Anderson, at 943-8765, ext 23 or erina@ircom.ca. To learn more about IRCOM and our programming please visit us at www.ircom.ca.
St. PaUl'S Fort GarrY 9th aNNUal BrUShWorkS
Friday, October 12, 06 p.m. to 9 p.m. - Wine and cheese Saturday, October 13, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. - Cafe Sunday, October 14, 12 nn to 4:00 p.m. - Cafe Place: St. Paul's Fort Garry, 830 North Drive 475 7549 (church office for information). Come and share the opportunity to view and purchase original art work by 36 Manitoba artists. Framed and unframed oils, watercolours, pastels, prints and art cards will be available. There will also be raffles of art work and a cafe for you to enjoy while contemplating which art piece will be perfect for that special wall space.....Be sure to tell your friends!
32nd aNNUal UNiVerSitY WoMeN'S ClUB oF WiNNiPeG
CHRISTMAS MARKET AT 54 WEST GATE
Friday, November 2: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, November 3: 10 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Admissioon : $3.00. Lunch: (3 seatings) $15.00 Three floors of Manitoba Crafts, Giftware, Bake shop (204) 954-7880 uwc@mymts.net.
Galapagos Island
MCPhail traVel PreSeNtS
Escorted Small Group Tours for Winter 2013
On our tours you truly experience the essence of the country. Fascinating Vietnam, Cambodia and the Mekong River Cruise From Siem Reap to Saigon, this two week cruise and tour is considered the “Best Cruise itinerary for “Off-the Path Explorers” – March 6, 2013 – 21, 2013
El Salvador in Depth – Off the tourism radar, this country offers an array of natural and historic attractions from ancient ruins to rain forests. – Jan. 19, 2013 – Feb. 02, 2013
Undiscovered Eastern Cuba – This one-of-a-kind tour is packed with the unexpected and truly “off the beaten track”. – F eb. 18, 2013 – March 4, 2013.
Costa Rica in Depth – A comprehensive tour in and beyond the rainforests. – Feb. 8 - Feb. 23, 2013
Scenic Western Cuba – Stays in a national park, the tobacco growing area, Havana, are some of the highlights. - Feb. 10 – Feb. 24, 2013
Historic Central Cuba – History buffs enjoy this tour featuring colonial and revolutionary history, along with some beautiful hikes. – Jan. 27. 2013 – Feb. 10, 2013.
For details visit www. mcphailtravel.net, or www. cubadiscoverytours.com. Call Erma at 1-800-417-0250 McPhail Travel, 435 Rosser Avenue, Brandon, MB.
MANITOBA PROVINCIAL NORMAL SCHOOL 1954-1955 REUNION
Place: Winnipeg, MB Date: July, 2013 Please provide feedback on the following suggestions. Are you planning on attending? We need to know numbers. Length of the reunion: 1, 2 or 3 days Suggestions on activities: What would you like to do. Please respond as soon as possible so we can proceed with the planning. Contact: Bev Smith grandi2010@hotmail.com Earl Brown - gebibb@mts.net
MARkETINg & INTERNATIONAl BuSINESS COACH
Overview:
JDC West stands for Jeux du Commerce and is an annual national business competition that features the top 12 business schools in Western Canada. JDCWest is regarded as the largest undergraduate business competition in Western Canada and this year’s event will be held in Vancouver on Jan 18 – 21, 2013.The University of Winnipeg JDCWest Team is comprised of our Universities Top 20 Business students who have shown potential to become the future leaders of tomorrow. The University of Winnipeg will be competing in five different subject areas: Accounting, Marketing, Human Resources, International Business and Business Strategy. Each individual team is comprised of 3 students who have shown a strong work ethic that has translated to academic excellence in the classroom. This small student to teacher ratio allows for a teacher to make a strong impression on these students and help mentor them in becoming future leaders. We are targeting retired teachers who don’t want the day to day grind of teaching but still have a desire to volunteer their time for only once a week to help these students excel. We are looking for coaches specifically in the Marketing and International Business Areas.
Responsibilities:
- Starting in October, attend weekly JDCWest case practices and provide coaching to students regarding case analysis, PowerPoint Preparation and presentation skills in a competitive environment. These practice sessions will last a maximum of 4 hours and will be scheduled in consultation with the students to find an agreeable time that works for all parties involved. - Act as a judge during our Mock JDCWest presentations (designed to simulate the experience in Vancouver) and to provide feedback and recommendations during these presentations. They are scheduled for November 23, December 14 and January 11. - There will be Academic Cases provided for you but after consultation with the Team Captain you may be able to bring your own case into one of the practices. - Must be able to dedicate 4 hours per week to JDCWest between October 2012 and January 2013. This is a volunteer position but all coaches will be recognized and given gifts of appreciation for their time. If you are interested or have any further questions about JDCWest or the position please feel free to contact myself at the address below!
Matt Waldner uWinnipeg JDCWest Team Captain E-mail: matthew.w@uwbasa.ca
THE RETIRED TEACHERS’ ASSOCIATION OF MANITOBA
‘CHRONIC PAIN – How Can I live With It?
Date: WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 24 2012
Place: McMaster House, 191 Harcourt at Portage
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 2.30 p.m.
REGISTRATION: 9:00 a.m. PLEASE REGISTER AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. Registration will be limited to 60 participants and will be accepted on a "first come, first served' basis. Partners, spouses and friends welcome.
HIGHLIGHTS: Information booths by senior-serving organizations and ‘gadgets and gizmos’ for door prizes.
PROGRAM: 9:30 – 9:40 Opening Remarks 9:40 – 10:25 Bonnie Hopps and Joanne Healey from the Arthritis Society. Part 1 - discussion will include: a review of related diseases, weight management, exercise, anger management, depression and new statistics.
10:25 – 10:40 Health Break
10:40 – 11:45 Part 2 - practical strategies to deal with pain and hands on gadgets and gizmos.
12:00 – 1:15 p. m. Gourmet Lunch
1:15 – 2:15 p.m. Part 3 - will deal with the practical application of coping with pain and pain prevention. Learn how to self manage including practical ideas on nutrition, exercise and anger management – coping with pain and pain prevention. 2:15 – 2:30 Closing Remarks
WEllNESS SEMINAR REgISTRATION FORM
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THE RETIRED WOMEN TEACHERS’ ASSOCIATION
MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION FOR 2012-2013
RENEWAL NEW
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October 24, 2012 Wellness Seminar Winnipeg May 2013 AGM in Dauphin
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