The Christopher Leadership Course of Hamilton provides a welcoming and supportive environment where you will build strong leadership skills and learn to over-come your fear of standing up in front of a group to speak. The course is a powerful asset and confidence-builder for anyone, but it is especially tailored for people in transition, whether that be from school into the work- force, from another country into Canada, or from one career to another. The CLC Level 1 course is a 10 week course based on adult learning principles. Each week, instructors present a different area of focus. The learned skills are then practiced in a positive and supportive workshop setting. In CLC courses, you learn by doing! For more information, or to register, please visit: www.clchamilton.com  

Wednesdays in November at 7 p.m. at Terryberry library, 100 Mohawk Rd. West. Call 905-546-3921.

Mountain Kidz Klub is holding its annual Christmas bazaar and penny sale, featuring crafts by local vendors and baked goods, 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. at Eastmount Community Centre, 115 East 26th St. Proceeds support the club’s outreach programs.

Regina Gardens, 536 Upper Paradise Rd., holding its ninth annual Christmas Craft Sale and cafe, Nov. 24 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Call Gail at 905-383-2970, ext. 552 for more information.

Barbados Canadian & Friends (Hamilton) Association is celebrating the anniversary of Barbados’ independence with a dinner and dance on Nov. 24, 6:30 p.m., at the Hamilton Convention Centre, 1 Summer’s Lane. Tickets $80 or $750 for table of 10 and must be purchased by Nov. 20. Call Preema at 905-388-0508 or David at 905-318-0298.

Dance to the music of Bruce Hare, 8 p.m.-midnight at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 163, 435 Limeridge Rd. East, $5.