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Sat., May 10

The Lincoln community breakfast will be held from 8-10:30 a.m. at the St. Francis of Assisi Hall in Lincoln. Cost: adults $5, children $2.50 and family $15. Take out is available for $5. This month's sponsor is Scott's Nursery. All money raised assists those in the Lincoln, Waasis, Rusagonis communities with their emergencies.

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Healthy Families, Healthy Communities presents the second annual fredkid fair on Saturday, May 10 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Capital Exhibit Centre. This is a one-day event aimed at bringing together the many resources available to families in the Greater Fredericton Area. Admission is free.

Highlights include activities for kids such as crafts, bilingual reading corner and bouncy castles; demonstrations from local organizations; trade show featuring over 80 booths and more. For more information, visit www.fredkid.com or call 454-3310.

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Capital Y's Men's breakfast will be held from 8:30-10:30 a.m. upstairs at the YMCA in support of Camp Magaguadavic.

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Celebrate the 20th annual M&M Meat Shops Charity Barbecue Day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at both Fredericton locations; 1111 Regent St. and 500 Brookside Dr.

Join M&M Meat Shops and the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of Canada to help raise $2 million for Crohn's and Colitis research. A minimum donation of $2.50 will get a hot dog or hamburger, a drink and a bag of chips.

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Capital Area Singles Association (CASA) Singles will be holding a dance at the Kinsmen Club, 141 School St. Music by DJ John Allen. Social 8-9 p.m. Dance: 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. All singles welcome.

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Annual composter sale facilitated by Fredericton Backyard Composters will be held from 7:30 a.m. - noon, while supplies last, at Parks and Trees Depot, 100 Two Nations Crossing. Cost is $30 and payment can be cash or debit only. This is the only opportunity to purchase your Earth Machine. Supplies are limited. For more information, call Julie Baker at 460-2230.

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Every Saturday at 10:30 a.m. the Nashwaaksis Public-School Library hosts a Stitching Circle. The May 10 program will feature special guest Lillian Southworth displaying some of her Swedish embroidery and showing how to take up this craft. Light refreshments will be provided. Phone the library at 453-3241 for information. No registration is required and the program is free of charge, however no materials will be supplied.

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The Fredericton Nature Club will be having an outing to Keswick Ridge, Spring Wildflowers in Bloom, with botanist Mary Pugh. Meet at Odell Park at 8:20 a.m. and leave at 8:30 a.m. Bring a lunch.

Sun., May 11

RCSCC Fredericton will be hosting its 55th annual ceremonial review with the parade commencing at 2 p.m. at the Carleton Street Armoury. The executive officer of HMCS Fredericton, LCdr Anderson will be the reviewing officer for the parade; he will be accompanied by CPO2 Black. The cadets of RCSCC FREDERICTON will be demonstrating their skills by performing a number of displays. A reception will be held immediately following the parade. The Royal Canadian Sea Cadets is an organization for youth from 12 to 18 years old.

Mon., May 12

Sobeys Regent Street will be having a healthy cooking class with their chef and dietitian from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Cost is $5. To register, call customer service at 446-5030 or Bonnie Green, registered dietitian, at 452-9984.

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Sobeys Regent Street will be having a lowering cholesterol class from 1:30 - 3 p.m. This class is free. To register, call customer service at 446-5030 or Bonnie Green, registered dietitian, at 452-9984.

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St. John Ambulance is accepting registrations for the Workplace Standard/Emergency First Aid with CPR Level C course being held May 12-13 from 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. To reserve a space, call St. John Ambulance at 1-800-563-9998.

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St. John Ambulance is accepting registrations for the CPR Level C - Adult, Infant and Child course being held from 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. To reserve a space, call St. John Ambulance at 1-800-563-9998.

Tues., May 13

Fredericton Area Moms of Multiples (FAMOM) is a support group and will meet at 7:30 p.m. for our Mother's Day celebration with fun, food and prizes. For more information, please contact Kelly at 455-8365. Visit: http://www.multiplebirthscanada.org/~fredericton/

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Fredericton Folks on Spokes, for people 50 and up will meet at the Trail Visitors Centre, across the walking bridge to the north side, first building to the left, at 10 a.m. for a bicycle ride on the northside trail to Douglas and further for those who wish a longer ride. Wear a bicycle helmet and bring drinking water.

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The annual meeting of the lot holders of the Forest Hill Cemetery Company will be held at 7 p.m. in the lounge of Branch no. 4, The Royal Canadian Legion on Queen Street.

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Wheels To Meals, Fredericton's Seniors Dining Out Program offers seniors a prepared three-course meal every Tuesday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., volunteers provide transportation if required, and local performers entertain. Cost is $7.25. For more information and to register, please call 458-9482.

Wed., May 14

CHSR FM 97.9 is having an open house from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. and from 6-8 p.m. at 21 Pacey Dr., Room 223, in the SUB on UNB campus. The radio station is always looking for new voices or someone to help out. For information, call 453-4985, e-mail chsr@unb.ca or visit www.chsrfm.ca.

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A Look Good Feel Better workshop will be held on May 14 and will teach participants how to manage the effects that cancer and its treatment have on your appearance. Plus, at the workshop participants will benefit from the shared experiences of other women with cancer and go home with a complimentary kit of quality cosmetics. Call to register at call the DECRH oncology unit at 447-4090 or 1-800-914-5665.

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The Fredericton Garden Club will meet at the Stepping Stone Centre, 15 Saunders St. at 7.30 p.m. Plans will be made for the plant auction to be held May 28. A business meeting will be followed by refreshments.

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In celebration of Victorian Order of Nurses Week, a Victorian Tea for woman veterans who were in service during the Second World War and the Korean Conflict will be hosted by VON Fredericton and Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 4 on Tuesday, May 20 from 2-4 p.m. at the Fredericton Legion. Please RSVP at 450-0641 by May 14.

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The Friends of the Fredericton Public Library will be holding its annual general meeting at 7 p.m. in the boardroom of the Fredericton Public Library.

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The Fredericton and area prostate cancer support group will hold its regular monthly meeting at the Heritage Centre, 11 McGloin St, Marysville at 7 p.m. Guest speaker will be Dr. Tom Whalen.

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St. John Ambulance is accepting registrations for the Workplace First Aid Practice session being held May 14 from 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. To reserve a space, call St. John Ambulance at 1-800-563-9998.

Thurs., May 15

Living with Cancer Fredericton support group for survivors and families will be held at 7 p.m. at the Fredericton Inn. The group meets the third Thursday of every month.

Guest speaker: Billi Jo Jones, Pharmacist from the D.E.C.R.H.

For additional information, please contact the local Canadian Cancer Society office at 453-1551.

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The regular monthly meeting of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch No. 4 will take place this month at the Royal Canadian Legion, Marysville Branch No. 15, Veterans Drive at 7:30 p.m. due to the recent flooding. Details of the situation will be discussed at the meeting.

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The York Sunbury Historical Society will meet at 7:30 p.m. at Old Government House. Speaker will be Harold Wright, For God, King and my pocket. The ignoble end of an honourable career The NB Canteen Scandal of 1919. For further information, call Sheila Andrew at 454-1027.

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There will be an Alzheimer family information session held at 7 p.m. at the Alzheimer Society of New Brunswick office, 320 Maple St., suite 100, downstairs. Speaker will be Lona Taylor, Extra-Mural program. Topic will be Services provided in the home. For further information, contact Leona Gallant at 459-4280.

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St. John Ambulance is accepting registrations for the Workplace Standard/Emergency First Aid with CPR Level C course being held May 15-16 from 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. To reserve a space, call St. John Ambulance at 1-800-563-9998.

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St. John Ambulance is accepting registrations for the CPR Level C - Adult, Infant and Child course being held from 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. To reserve a space call St. John Ambulance at 1-800-563-9998.

Fri., May 16

Community Cooking for Seniors is a new program for seniors interested in cooking and eating healthy. It takes place the first and third Friday of most months, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Smythe Street Superstore. Space is limited so you need to pre-register by calling 458-9482 by 10 a.m. the day before the program runs. A volunteer can pick you up and bring you home, if needed, and there is a charge of $10 HST. You may participate in the preparations, have a meal and take some home.

Sat., May 17

There will be a country concert, featuring the group Classic Country Sam Johnston, Bill Stewart, Bryce Brewer, Debbie Patterson, Keith Munn and John Jeffries, at the Marysville Heritage Centre, 11 McGloin St., Saturday, May 17. Special guests include: Sarah Jeffries, Mason Douglas, and Cheryl Chambers. Show starts at 7:30. Admission is $7.50 at the door. This is the last regular show of the season.

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St. John Ambulance is accepting registrations for the Workplace Standard/Emergency First Aid with CPR Level C course being held May 17-18 from 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. To reserve a space, call St. John Ambulance at 1-800-563-9998.

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St. John Ambulance is accepting registrations for the CPR Level C - Adult, Infant and Child course being held from 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. To reserve a space call St. John Ambulance at 1-800-563-9998.

Miscellaneous

Fredericton's Relay for Life will be held on June 13 at the Fredericton High School. Participants take turns walking, running or strolling around a track. Teams consist of individuals representing corporations, neighbourhoods, community groups and/or families and friends. Food, entertainment, activities, contests and the victorious theme of survivorship make Relay For Life an event not soon forgotten by those who experience it. You can help by entering a team or buying a luminary. To participate in this event or purchase a luminary please call 453-1551 or visit www.cancer.ca/relay or www.cancer.ca/relais.

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The Nature Trust of New Brunswick will be hosting weekly walks every Friday morning in the month of May. Meet at 7:30 a.m. in the parking lot behind the Greenwood Drive United Baptist Church, 150 Greenwood Dr. Come and see the transformation of spring, incoming bird migrants, emerging flowers, amphibians and more. The walk is free, but donations are gratefully accepted. Please bring rubber boots and binoculars if you have them. For more information, call Laura at 457-2398 or e-mail naturetrust@ntnb.org.

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Pilates classes will resume at UNB Campus Recreation in May. Beginner, mixed level and yoga/Pilates classes will be taught by movement educator, fully certified Pilates teacher Zsuzsa Szabo-Nyarady. Online registration is now ongoing at www.unbf.ca/campusrec. For more information, please visit the website or call UNB Campus Recreation at 447-3104.

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A Corbett fun day will be held at the Corbett Ave. Wesleyan Church, 55 Corbett Ave, off of Riverside Drive, on May 31 from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Proceeds will go to building a widow's house in Guatemala. Free admission. For more information call Jennifer at 472-786.

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The Chickadee Cat Club will be hosting the Birds of a Feather Flock Together, ACFA Championship and Household Pet Cat show, on June 21 at the Capital Exhibit Centre. Enter cats before May 21 for the early bird special. For more information, contact Bev Amos, entry clerk at 459-2780 or e-mail at ramos@nb.sympatico.ca. Deadline for all cat entries is June 9. Space is limited.

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Bingo every Wednesday at The Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 4, Queen Street. Early birds 6:30 p.m. and regular games at 7:30 p.m.

Ongoing

Every Saturday evening the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch No.15, Marysville, holds bingo games at Branch HQ, 60 Veterans Dr., Marysville. Early bird games commence at 6 p.m., regular games start at 7 p.m. and after games at 10 p.m. Major prizes for Bonanza, Cloverleaf, Jackpot and Quickie may be won and canteen services are available. For more information, call the branch at 472-9055.

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Al-Anon Family Groups are meetings for families and friends of problem drinkers. Information on locations and times of confidential meetings in the Fredericton, Oromocto and Woodstock areas can be obtained by calling the Al-Anon Information Line at 506-455-3094.

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Overeaters Anonymous meeting times: Gibson United Church on Monday from 7-8:30 p.m.; Saturday from 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.; Fredericton Public Library on Tuesday from 12:10-12:50 p.m. For information, phone 472-3719.

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Regular monthly meetings of the Central Beekeepers Alliance held on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Agricultural Research Station in Lincoln. Entry is at the rear of the building. Meetings may include educational sessions, group discussions and hands-on demonstrations. Light refreshments are provided. For more information, see www.cba.stonehavenlife.com or e-mail workerbeej@yahoo.com.

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The Capital Area Singles Association has a number of ongoing activities. Bowling on Sundays at 7 p.m., Kingswood Bowling Centre; breakfast Saturday, 10 a.m. at Hannah's Restaurant, City Motel; pool on Sundays at Dooly's downtown at 2 p.m. and dances every two weeks on Saturday nights at the Kinsmen Centre, 141 School St. All singles welcome to all activities. Memberships available. For more information contact Stephen L. 450-7919 or e-mail slyons123@hotmail.com.

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The Mature Professionals Network offers a forum for those who are 40 and older and single who want to meet and exchange ideas, develop friendships and share common interests with people of like mind. Internet site: www.mpnnb.com and e-mail: mpnnb@yahoo.ca. Weekly activities: Friday social from 6-8 p.m. in the Oak Lounge, Fredericton Inn on Regent Street; and Saturday/breakfast at 10 a.m. at Snooty Fox, Regent Street. For information, check the website or call Pauline at 459-0980 or Hubert at 457-9093.

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PFLAG Fredericton provides a safe space for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, two-spirited and questioning persons and their families, friends and allies by providing support, education and resources on issues of sexual orientation and gender identity. Meets 7-9 p.m. the fourth Wednesday each month at 874 York St. For more information, call 455-7190 or e-mail PFLAG_Fredericton-subscribe@yahoogroups.ca

Oromocto events

Sobeys Oromocto is having a class on whole grains today, May 9 from 1:30-3 p.m. This class is free. To register, call customer service at 446-5030 or Bonnie Green, registered dietitian, at 452-9984.

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Sobeys Oromocto will be having a lowering cholesterol class on Friday, May 16, from 1:30 - 3 p.m. This class is free. To register, call customer service at 446-5030 or Bonnie Green, registered dietitian, at 452-9984.

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Community Weight Loss Challenge began April 15 and runs every Tuesday for 11 weeks from 6:30 - 8 p.m. at Ridgeview Middle School, 102 Waasis Rd., Oromocto. The cost is $39 of which $10 is donated to a charity devoted to ending adolescent obesity, $25 goes back to the contestants to be won by the three biggest losers, and $4 goes towards weekly prizes. Information on how to lose weight safely is provided each week. Rules are in place to keep everyone consistent. Everyone who brings two people wins a prize. For more information or to pre-register, call Nadia at 488-2324.

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The Department of Leisure Services and Tourism is located at 4 Doyle Dr. For information on 2008 programming, call 357-3333 during regular office hours.

Preteen dance - There will be a preteen dance for ages eight to 12 years on Friday, May 16 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. It will be held at the Oromocto Community Centre. The cost is: $3 ($2 with food bank donation).

Oromocto Skate Park/ Youth Centre - Opening on Monday, May 5. Hours: Monday to Saturday, 6-8 p.m. Helmets must be worn at all times when on skate equipment. Youth must be 13 to 18 years of age. Children under 12 may participate with a parent or guardian in attendance. Drop by the park for more information or to register.

Sewing 101 - Learn the basics of sewing from bilingual instructor Marina Hornsby. Enjoy making practical projects including a tote bag, cushion, and apron. Registration for this adult level course being held 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., on Tuesdays starting May 13 at Leisure Services and Tourism 4 Doyle Drive during regular office hours.

Capital region

Blackville - The Whooper Spring Players Inc. of Blackville, are hosting a dinner/theatre on Saturday, May 17, and Sunday, May 18, at 6 p.m. Title of the play is The Americans are Coming. Dinner is salmon and fiddleheads. Cost $20 per person. Reserve seating only. For more information, please call 843-6139.

Burtts Corner - The Keswick Valley Recreation Council is holding its annual Mothers Day breakfast on Saturday, May 10, from 7:30-10:30 a.m. at the Recreation Centre, 1262 Rte 104 in Burtts Corner. Cost: Adults $6, kids 5-13 eat for $3 and preschoolers are free. Carnation for each mom and a door prize draw. For more information, call Donna at 363-5425 or Barb at 363-3936.

Florenceville - The River View Manor Foundation in Bath will be hosting a gospel concert for their Partners In Caring fundraising project on May 10, from 7-9:15 p.m. at The Faith Memorial Church, Burnham Road, Florenceville. A light lunch will be served following the concert. Gospel music by Side Effects from Woodstock with Ray and Barb Kierstead, Gary Beatty and Ed Betts and local band Wildwood featuring John Cahill, Elianne Sullivan, Mike Wheeler, Glen Albert, and Bob Smalley.

Also performing will be Art Estabrooks, John Crabbe, Tom Ryan and Charley Bell,

The admission is $5 minimum or donation of your choice. Bring Mom for a Mother's Day treat.

Harvey - Canadian Blood Services will hold a blood donor clinic at Harvey High School, 2055 Route 3 in Harvey Station on Thursday, May 15. Clinic hours are 1:30-4 p.m. and 5:30-7 p.m. Call 1-888-2 DONATE for information or to book an appointment.

Keswick Ridge - The Hope Community Church youth group will be holding the following events in order to raise money for a trip to P.E.I. this summer to do repairs on houses for people that cannot afford to do the repairs: a yard sale, rain or shine, at Keswick Ridge Community hall from 7:30 a.m. -1 p.m. on Saturday, May 3. Bottle Drive in Keswick Ridge and surrounding areas will be held on Saturday, May 17. Adult movie night at Keswick Ridge School on Friday, May 23, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The movie will be Flywheel.

Rusagonis - A roast beef supper will be held on Thursday, May 15 at the Rusagonis Orange Hall from 4 - 6:30 p.m. Adults $9, children six to 12 $3 and under six years free. Sponsored by Rusagonis L.O.L 22 and Flanders L.O.B.A of Rusagonis.

Community calendar is a weekly listing of non-commercial events in the community. To submit your listing, please include the organization name, event, date, time, cost, location and a phone number for more information. All entries are subject to editing. Information must be received 10 days prior to publication. Information may be e-mailed to events@dailygleaner.com, faxed to 452-7405, or mailed to Community Calendar, The Daily Gleaner, P.O. Box 3370, Fredericton, NB, E3B 2T8.