Here is the link from the top of the chipboard page - Event Calendar. The calendar shows birthdays, but you need to told the web master so he can include it in the calendar.
http://www.chipguide.com/cgcal.php
Not 100% sure on the other two questions but I know someone will be along to set it straight.
Ciao,
Bill Romano R-6330 (NJ)
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