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Recovery for friends and family of alcoholics: (514) 866-9803.

Despite the snowy cold day, group had a very successful Open House on December 5. Many came by to see the premises and sign up for courses. Chance for people to meet and have a cup of coffee. Registration now in full swing. New courses added: French Conversation class, digital photography editing. If interested and have not seen centre's new brochure, phone or email Claire Nudel at (450) 978-7056 or claire.nudel@cummingscentre.org

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Thursday, Dec. 13: Sleep disorders and how to cope: Dr. Eva Libman. 1:30 pm, Young Israel of Chomedey Synagogue, 1025 Elizabeth. Info: Toby Banks at (450) 688-7020.

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Today, Sun. Dec. 9, 2007, 2:00 pm. Join in celebration of the talent of local members of the community who will entertain with singing, dancing, acting, and more. Holy Name of Jesus Church, 899 Chomedey Blvd., Laval. Info: Giuseppe at (450) 967-1768

Chanukah Party, Tues. Dec. 11; gift exchange and light supper provided by members. Traditional potato latkes, salads, homemade desserts. Info: Sheila Kirstenberg (450) 688-6324.

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23rd Annual Christmas Baskets Campaign needs volunteers to staff food collection kiosks in grocery stores and gift-wrapping counters in department stores. Three hours a week. Info: (450) 681-6164.

Holiday luncheon, Mon. Dec. 10, noon, at Scores. Gifts for AGAPE, for children in need. Info: Bev Beauchamp at (450) 681-5494. Meeting is the last of 2007, gatherings resume Jan. 7, 2008.

POM Fruitcake fundraising campaign for youth programs sponsored by the Optimist Club. For $13, you get 900 grams of a succulent fruit cake sure to please family and friends. Info: Andrée (514) 722-7194 or Lise (450) 471-7933.

Line Dancing For All, Young Israel Synagogue. 10:00-11:30 am, Tuesdays.

Thurs. Dec. 13, noon; Holy Name Church, 899 Chomedey Blvd. Info: Barbara Bonneville, (450) 973-2042.

Regular monthly meeting, Wed. Dec. 12, at 7:30 pm, 255 Montée Lesage, Rosemère. Info: (450) 621-5600.

Children ages 7 to 12 are invited to the Théâtre de la Source's 'Christmas Shudder' Sun., Dec. 9, 2:00 pm. Advance registration required, in person at 1535 Chomedey Blvd. or at (450) 978-5995.