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See also: Motion picture content rating system from Wikipedia
12 : Contains material not generally suitable for children under age 12.
12A : 12 Accompaniment - Requires an adult to accompany any child under 12.
14A : 14 Accompaniment - Persons under 14 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.
15 : No one under 15 is allowed to see a 15 film at the cinema or buy/rent a 15 rated video. 15 rated works are not suitable for children under 15 years of age.
18 : Suitable only for adults.
18A : 18 Accompaniment - Persons under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.
A : Adult - Only for adults. Sole purpose of the film is the portrayal of sexually explicit activity and/or explicit violence.
G : General Audiences. All ages admitted.
M : Mature audiences, parental discretion advised. M rating renamed to GP then revised to PG.
NR or UR - Not Rated or Unrated : Film has not been submitted for rating or is an uncut version of a film that was submittted.
NC-17 : No one 17 and under admitted.
PG : Parental Guidance Suggested. Suitable for general viewing, aged 8 and over.
PG-13 : Parents strongly cautioned for children under age 13.
R : Restricted - Admittance restricted to people 18 years of age or older. Children under 17 are not allowed to attend R-rated motion pictures unaccompanied by a parent or adult guardian.
R18 : Adult works for licensed premises only.
U : Universal viewing. Suitable for all, aged 4 and over.
U/A : Parental guidance required for children to see the movie.
UR : Unrated. Film has not been submitted for rating or is an uncut version of a film that was submittted.
X : Adults only, persons under 18 will not be admitted.
EVENTS LISTING:
FEBRUARY 2019
● Friday, February 1: Therapy Dogs in partnership with St. John Ambulance at Erin Meadows Library 2:30 - 3:30 pm ~FREE~
● Saturday, February 2: Stress Management Through Restorative Meditation 11:00 am - 12:00 pm ~FREE~
● Thursday, February 7: Chinese New Year's Celebration - The Year of the Pig at The Erinview by Sifton 2:30 pm ~FREE~
● Thursday, February 7: Guided Meditation with Sonia Madan at Heart House Hospice 7:00 - 8:00pm ~FREE~
● Friday, February 8: Therapy Dogs in partnership with St. John Ambulance at Erin Meadows Library 2:30 - 3:30 pm ~FREE~
● Tuesday, February 12: CARP Mississauga Monthly Meeting at Active Adult Centre of Mississauga 6:30 - 9:00 pm ~FREE~
● Wednesday, February 13: Chair Yoga at Sheridan Library 10:00 - 11:00 am ~FREE~
● Friday, February 15: Therapy Dogs in partnership with St. John Ambulance at Erin Meadows Library 2:30 - 3:30 pm ~FREE~
● Monday, February 18: 2019 Family Day - Celebrate Lunar Chinese New Year with LunarFest at the Living Arts Centre11:00 am - 4:00 pm
● Tuesday, February 19: Stress Management Through Restorative Meditation 7:00 - 8:00 pm ~FREE~
● Thursday, February 21: Succulent Plants Workshop by Carol at Heart House Hospice 1:00 - 3:00 pm
● Thursday, February 21: Pierre's Dine and Learn: Topic: Retirement - FREE Financial Workshop at Bliss Chinese Cuisine 6:30 - 9:30 pm (Sharp) ~FREE~
● Thursday, February 21: Effective Tax Strategies by Chartered Professional Accountants Canada at Mississauga Central Library 7:00 - 8:30 pm ~FREE~
● Friday, February 22: Therapy Dogs in partnership with St. John Ambulance at Erin Meadows Library 2:30 - 3:30 pm ~FREE~
● Friday, February 22: Solel Synagogue Invite Your Neighbour to Rejoice in Multi-Faith Community and to Learn Sabbath Traditions and Customs 8:00 pm ~FREE~
● Sunday, February 24: Toronto Reptile Expo at International Centre 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
● Tuesday, February 26: City Centre Toastmasters - Improve Your Public Speaking Skills at Mississauga Central Library 12:00 - 1:00 pm ~FREE~
● Wednesday, February 27: Hands on Exotics Live Animal Presentation at The Erinview by Sifton 2:00 - 3:00 pm ~FREE~
● Thursday, February 28: National Dolce Vita Lasagna Day at Greenway Retirement Residence, Brampton 11:30 am ~FREE~
FREE event.
Meet a therapy dog and boost your spirits. Partnered with St. John Ambulance.
For more information, please call Erin Meadows Library at 905-615-4750.
Location: Erin Meadows Library
The Library is part of Erin Meadows Community Centre
2800 Erin Centre Blvd. Mississauga ON L5M 6R5 Canada
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Erin Meadows Community Centre Phone: 905-615-4750
library.info@mississauga.ca
FREE
Classes consist of a relaxing meditation session and tension-relieving stretches. Please bring a yoga/non-slip mat.
Partnered with Meditation Toronto.
Please register by phone at 905-615-4835, or in person at Port Credit Library.
Location: Port Credit Library
20 Lakeshore Road East, Mississauga ON L5G 1C8 Canada
Located at the eastern edge of the Credit River,
On the north side of Lakeshore Road East and west of Stavebank Rd.
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FREE.
Meditation is a simple, easy way to improve well-being and connect mind, body, spirit. Meditation may assist with concentration, the ability to breathe more easily, increase feelings of calm, happiness, and contentment.
This is free of charge. Please RSVP Nancy your attendance at numphrey@hearthousehospice.com by February 4, 2019.
Event website: https://hearthousehospice.com
Location: Heart House Hospice
1-855 Matheson Blvd. East, Mississauga ON L4W 4L6 Canada
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Please note you can only access the parking lot via Timberlea Blvd.
Chinese New Year's Celebration: The Year of the Pig represents luck, good fortune, wealth, and honesty. Join us as we celebrate Chinese New Year's Festival Demonstration and Teachings with Jessica Yue!
Please RSVP by calling 905-823-6700 as space is limited.
Website: http://erinview.sifton.com. Email: info@erinview.sifton.com
Location: The Erinview Retirement Residence by Sifton
2132 Dundas St. West, Mississauga ON L5K 2K7
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FREE. Everyone welcome! All ages, members, non-members.
Please join us for an educational event with speakers on health, finances, and community activities.
Meeting the second Tuesday of each month at the Active Adult Centre of Mississauga.
February 12, 2019 AGENDA:
● The Mississauga Housing Market - Desiree Tuit, Peterson Team
● VON's Programs in Peel - Debra Kulpers, VON
For more information:
Contact Murray Etherington, 416-997-0919
Email: CARPMississauga@gmail.com
Facebook: Mississauga CARP
Website: CARP Mississauga Chapter
Location: Active Adult Centre of Mississauga, in Central Parkway Mall
377 Burnhamthorpe Road East, Mississauga ON L5A 3Y1 Canada
Enter on ground floor near Baskin Robbins and McDonalds. Come upstairs to the second floor.
Use FREE Mall parking outdoors or FREE underground parking at rear of Mall. Take elevator to second floor.
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FREE
Are you feeling stressed? Would you like to improve your flexibility? Join us for a session of calm and relaxation. Partnered with Noreen Isotani, registered yoga instructor.
A word on Gentle Yoga by Noreen Isotani: "Gentle Yoga is a tender mix of poses that can be done lying on a mat or seated on a chair. It is designed to:
● Increase flexibility and strength with proper alignment
● Use Acuball massage to open the body
● Connect breath and movement, body and mind.
Techniques are taught on how to meditate to clear the mind and de-stress. ~ BodyMend Wellness Clinic: Gentle Yoga for Holistic Healing.
Location: Sheridan Library, in Sheridan Centre
2225 Erin Mills Parkway, Mississauga ON L5K 1T9 Canada
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Join us for a fun-filled day of exciting, artful programming and activities including:
● The 3rd Annual LAC Family Talent Show
● Arts and Crafts Zone
● Exciting performances on the Community Stage
● Fire-building demonstrations and marshmallow toasting with 1st Meadowvale West Scout Group
● and much more!
Complimetary Family Day Underground Parking.
Location: Mississauga Living Arts Centre
4141 Living Arts Drive, Mississauga ON L5B 4B8 Canada
(Across from Square One Shopping Mall)
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There is a small material fee for this workshop.
Succulents are plants that store water in their leaves. That's why their leaves are thick and fleshy. Carol, a volunteer at Heart House, has created a workshop to share her passion for succulent plants. Carol loves outdoor gardening and has found propagation of succulents to be extremely therapeutic. At this workshop, you will learn about succulents, plant your own, and learn about propagation.
Please RSVP Kathy your attendance at kratchford@hearthousehospice.com by Feb. 14, 2019.
Event website: https://hearthousehospice.com
Location: Heart House Hospice
1-855 Matheson Blvd. East, Mississauga ON L4W 4L6 Canada
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Please note you can only access the parking lot via Timberlea Blvd.
There is free parking in front of and around the building, as well as on the street.
Please do not park in the building beside the hospice.
Topic: Retirement
Attend Pierre's FREE Financial Workshop to learn:
● Do you know if you have enough to retire?
● How much retirement income will you have at age 65?
● How long will it last?
● Capital Market outlook for 2019, Canadian Market.
● How you may secure a comfortable retirement.
Pierre offers a comfortable, no commitment, and no obligation way to learn and to prosper.
Complimentary dinner, free admission, workshop, no cost or obligations. Bring a friend or two.
Agenda:
● Workshop
● Complimentary Dinner
● Q & A
● Prize Draw
Space is limited. Reserve your seats now by contacting: Claire Li (Associate Consultant) at 905-306-0031, Email: claire.li@investorsgroup.com
For more information, contact Pierre Wong, BA, CLU, CEA, Consultant at 905-306-0031.
Email: pierre.wong@investorsgroup.com
Website: IG Wealth Management: Pierre Wong
Location: Bliss Chinese Cuisine
6485 Mississauga Road North, Mississauga ON L5N 1A6 Canada
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Save money by learning how to reduce taxable income, maximize deductions, and use allowable tax credits.
In partnership with Chartered Professional Accountants Canada (CPA).
Admission is FREE. Parking is FREE. Registration is required.
For more information or to register, please call Mississauga Central Library: 905-615-3500.
Location: Mississauga Central Library
301 Burnhamthorpe Road West, Mississauga ON L5B 3Y3 Canada
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Solel is having a very special Sabbath service this evening. The "Invite Your Neighbour Service" is an opportunity to rejoice in the multi-faith community and to share with and explain Sabbath traditions and customs to the community.
An open invitation is warmly extended to you, your family and colleagues to join Solel this evening at 8 pm. Welcome the Sabbath with us and share in the joy of the holiest day of the week. After the service, there will be a social time in which tea, coffee and cake will be served and a chance for us to talk to one another, and answer any questions that you may have.
If you can attend, please RSVP to Arliene Botnick at 905-820-5915.
Location: Solel Congregation of Mississauga (Reform Synagogue)
2399 Folkway Drive, Mississauga ON L5L 2M6 Canada
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Join us at the International Centre's Conference Centre for the Toronto Reptile Expo! Reptile Breeders, vendors, enthusiasts and experts all in one place for a family orientated day of Reptile appreciation.
Admission:
$8 Children and Seniors
$12 Adults
Children under 5 years of age are FREE
Tickets Available at the Gate or Online at https://reptileexpo.ca/buy-toronto-reptile-expo-passes/
Free Parking, Hall 1
Contact: Canadian Reptile Expos at https://reptileexpo.ca/contact/
Email: info@canadianpetexpo.ca
Phone: 1-866-254-5577
Location: The International Centre
6900 Airport Road, Mississauga ON L4V 1E8 Canada
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Phone: 905-677-6131
FREE
Learn more about public speaking and engage in confidence-building exercises. Hear speeches, evaluations, and participate in impromptu speaking exercises.
For all levels of speakers. All are welcome. Free to attend 3 meetings. No obligation to join.
"Toastmasters is a world leader in communication and leadership development. Members improve their speaking and leadership skills by attending club meetings. By regularly speaking, gaining feedback, leading teams and guiding others to achieve, leaders emerge from the Toastmasters program. All Toastmasters learn how to tell their stories, listen, provide feedback and accept feedback.
This program is for all levels of speakers - whether you have a fear of speaking in front of people to an experienced speaker, this program will have the right path for you! We offer 10 specialized learning paths to choose from including the opportunity to build up to 300 unique competencies.
Every Tuesday from 12:00 - 1:00 pm. Please arrive early as we start promptly at noon.
During our meetings, there is opportunity to practice public speaking and to engage in confidence-building exercises.
To learn more about Toastmasters International, please visit: https://www.toastmasters.org/
See https://6288.toastmastersclubs.org/ for more information about City Centre Toastmasters Club.
Follow City Centre Toastmasters on Facebook at www.facebook.com/MississaugaToastmasters
There is no charge to attend your first 3 meetings. This will provide you with an opportunity to see if this is the right opportunity for you. One of the executive team members will be happy to answer your questions after the meeting. There is no obligation to join.
Club Mission: We provide a supportive and positive learning experience in which members are empowered to develop communication and leadership skills, resulting in greater self-confidence and personal growth."
For more information, contact Gaby Mammone at 647-428-0027
Email: president-6288@toastmastersclubs.org
Website: https://6288.toastmastersclubs.org/
Location: 2nd Floor, Room CL3, Mississauga Central Library
301 Burnhamthorpe Road West, Mississauga ON L5B 3Y3 Canada
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This is one afternoon you will not want to miss! Blue and Gold Macaw, Sugar Glider, Asian Water Dragon, and a Red Fox are just some of the exotic animals that will be joining us today. Come and see these majestic animals up close and personal!
Please RSVP by calling 905-823-6700 as space is limited.
Website: http://erinview.sifton.com. Email: info@erinview.sifton.com
Location: The Erinview Retirement Residence by Sifton
2132 Dundas St. West, Mississauga ON L5K 2K7
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You're invited to Greenway as we serve up an Italian-themed lunch featuring fresh lasagna prepared by our in-house culinary team. Live entertainment to follow.
La Dolce Vita from Wikipedia. La Dolce Vita (Italian for 'the sweet life' or 'the good life').
Limited seating. Call 905-874-6355 to RSVP today.
Website: Greenway
Location: Greenway Retirement Residence, Revera Retirement Living
100 Ken Whillans Drive, Brampton ON L6V 0A4 Canada
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