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• Archaeology Society of Alberta, Lethbridge Centre will hold its monthly meeting March 7 at 6:30 p.m. at the Lethbridge Public Library (main branch). Erika Sutherland will discuss “Discovering an Ancient Capital - The Ness of Brodgar, Orkney.” The site has so far revealed the largest collection of dressed and decorated stone from Neolithic Britain, a complex collection of pottery from far reaches of Scotland and some of the first evidence of painted walls and stones in Northern Europe. Everyone is welcome.

• Sunrise Village, 1730 10 Ave. S., will host a Mini Spa Day March 7 from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Manicures $20, pedicures $30, 15-minute mini massages $10, foot massages $20, all by a qualified therapist from Axes Images Spa. Walk-ins welcome.

• Pop in Lots with Moms and Tots, a group for moms and tots (dads, grandparents and child-minders, too) meets Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10 a.m.-noon at VIA Church, 2820 18 Ave. N. Enjoy coffee and conversation while letting your kids play. Details: Phone 403-3202005.

• Downtown City Speakers Toastmasters Club meets every Tuesday over the lunch hour at the Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization upstairs boardroom (500 11 St. S.). Guests always welcome and can attend at no charge — all ages and abilities. For more information check out www.downtowncityspeakers.toastmastersclubs.org.

• A New Beginning Al-Anon Family Group, for people affected by someone else’s drinking, meets Tuesdays, 7 p.m., at McKillop United Church, 2329 15 Ave. S. Details: Judy, 403-329-0661.

• Gamblers Anonymous meets Tuesdays, 7 p.m. and Thursdays, 6 p.m. at 408 13 St. N. 24-hour help line 403331-0822.

• TOPS #AB100, Lethbridge meets Tuesdays in the Lounge at Southminster United Church, 1011 4 Ave. S. Please use the office entrance. Weigh-in time: 9-9:45 a.m. Meeting: 10-11 a.m. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) is a not-for-profit support group for members who are trying to lose or maintain their weight. Visitors are always welcome. Details: Judith, 403-331-3396 or via the website www.TOPS.org.

• #11 Lethbridge Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron, for boys and girls ages 12-19, meets Tuesdays from 6:45-9:30 p.m. at the Vimy Ridge Armoury north of the Lethbridge airport, 337 Stubb Ross Road. Details: Capt. B. Look, 403-3813344 or the armoury office on Tuesday nights at 403-327-7083.

• TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), Chapter No. AB457, meets Tuesdays at Bridge Villa Estates, with weigh-in from 6:15-6:45 p.m. and the meeting from 6:45-7:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Details: Dirk Pool, 403-327-0447.

• Lethbridge Legal Guidance, a nonprofit society offering free legal advice to low-income southern Albertans, holds clinics Tuesdays from 5-7 p.m. by appointment only. Call and speak with an Intake Officer to determine eligibility for services. For more information, call 403380-6338 or email lethbridgelegalguidance@telus.net.

• Introduction to The Art of Taiko (Japanese drumming) with HIBIKIYA takes place Tuesdays from 6-7 p.m. at Kingdom Kids Day Care. For details, call Valerie McQuaid at 403-320-1082.

• LSCO Karaoke Club is looking for new singers to join the club in preparation for their April Spring Concert. The club meets every Tuesday from 1-3 p.m. at the LSCO, 500 11 St. S. Come join them for good fun and singing. There is an extensive library with all the words on the screen.

• New TOPS Chapter, AB5338 (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets Tuesdays at 9:15 a.m. at Ecole la Verendrye via the south door (ring inside buzzer). Learn new recipes, food exchanges and healthier lifestyle changes. More details: Shirley, 403-381-8298.

• Adult ESL Interactive Conversation Cafe class is held every Tuesday from 6:30-8 p.m. at the LSCO, 500 11 St. S. $10 registration fee payable at the door. For more information, call Sunni at 403381-7354 or Linda at 403-329-6152.

• Lethbridge Lodge No. 792 of the Loyal Order of Moose meets the first and third Tuesday at 1401 5 Ave. N. starting at 7 p.m. This fraternal organization provides community services and raises funds in aid of other charitable organizations and projects. Details: 403320-2767.

• Quilts of Valour — Sewing Bees meet at the Lethbridge Legion the first and third Tuesday every month. Come out and support our veterans and have some fun. For more information, call Joan at 403-380-6796 or 403-331-5243.

• Alzheimer Society Adult Children Support Group meets the first Tuesday of each month from 6-8 p.m. at the Alzheimer Society office, #402, 740 4 Ave. S. (Professional Building). For more information, phone 403-329-3766.

• Southern Alberta Antique and Classic Automobile Club (SAACAC) meets at 7:15 p.m. the first Tuesday of every month, except July and August, at the ATCO Gas building, 410 Stafford Drive N., basement room. The public is welcome to attend.

• Galt Museum and Archives’ Daytime Galt Workshops hands-on history program for adults and seniors continues March 8 from 10:30 a.m.-noon, featuring “Tambourines.” Make a tambourine and find out about the history of music in southern Alberta. Admission fees apply (includes exhibit access); free to annual pass holders.

• A book launch will take place March 8 from 1:30-4 p.m. in Room PB210 at the Dr. James Foster Penny Building, 324 5 St. S., for the book “Canadian Perspectives on Immigration in Small Cities,” edited by Glenda Tibe Bonifacio of the University of Lethbridge and Julie Drolet. Bonifacio is associate professor of Women and Gender Studies at the U of L. The book examines immigration to small cities throughout Canada. It explores the distinct challenges brought about by the influx of people to urban communities which typically have less than 100,000 residents.

• Revellers Dinner and Games Night will be held March 8 at the basement level at The Keg (Country Kitchen Catering) on Mayor Magrath Drive S. Facility is wheelchair accessible. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 6:30. Cost is $20 per person. Newcomers - are you a crib or whist enthusiast? Come for a great dinner and a night of cards. Yearly membership fee of $10 is waived for the first time out. Tickets will be on sale from 2-3 p.m. March 7 at the same location (use east side entrance). Details: Ernie, 403-381-7223 or Gerald, 403-381-3620.

• EyeOpener Toastmasters Club, for people who want to learn public speaking and leadership skills, meets Wednesdays, 7 to 8 a.m., Legacy Tae Kwon Do, 1236 3 Ave. S. Details: Bev LeBlanc, 403-332-0377 or Chuck LeBlanc, 403-715-1712 or email bev@bevleblanc.com. Visit the club website at Eyeopener. toastmastersclubs.org for more details.

• On Our Own self-help group for widows and widowers holds a coffee hour Wednesdays, 2 p.m., Lethbridge Senior Centre, 500 11 St. S. Details: 403327-5724.

• Coaldale Sunny South Speakers Toastmasters Club meets Wednesdays, 7-8:15 p.m. at the Coaldale Public Library. Hone your public speaking and leadership skills in a friendly, supportive environment. Everyone welcome. For more information, contact Jeff Forrest, 403-345-2980.

• Are you having trouble controlling the way you eat? You are not alone. There is a solution. Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous meets Mondays and Wednesdays at 7 p.m. at Chinook Regional Hospital Parkade Meeting Room. Call Ron, 403-320-2075, or Josephine, 403-345-4242 for details.

• Nord-Bridge Seniors Centre hosts carpet bowling Wednesdays and Fridays at 9:30 a.m. in the Multi-Purpose Hall at 1904 13 Ave. N. New members are always welcome. Details: phone 403-3293222.

• LSCO offers bingo every Wednesday from 1-3 p.m. at 500 11 St. S. in the Stage area. Everyone welcome. Booklets are $5, Bonanza $1. Call 403-320-2222 for more information.

• Tai-Chi Easy . . . Qi Gong is offered Wednesdays from 5:30-6:45 p.m. until March 29 at the Canadian Yoga Institute, 1238 B 3 Ave. S. Experience the simple rhythmic moves of these slow, graceful postures, held in a peaceful environment. This class is designed for beginner levels. Standing or seated forms are offered. Register by calling 403-394-9642 after 12:30 p.m.

• Recreational wheelchair basketball practices are held every Wednesday from 7:30-9 p.m. at the Lethbridge YMCA, 515 Stafford Drive S. Players of all abilities are welcome, disabilities or not. No experience is required.

• The Lethbridge Scottish Country Dance Club holds social dancing Wednesdays from 7-9 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 1818 5 Ave. S. Bring soft-soled shoes. No partner or dance experience required. For more information go to www.lethbridgescottishcountrydance.org.

• A Stroke Survivors Group for stroke victims and their families meets second Wednesday at 7 p.m. in Room A of the Lethbridge Senior Citizens Centre, 500 11 St. S. The group is part of the Lethbridge Stroke Recovery Association, formerly known as Chinook Stroke Club.

• Prairie Tractor and Engine Museum Society holds a directors’ meeting the second Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. in the Kleeman Building at the Pioneer Village of Coyote Flats on Prairie Tractor property (1.5 km south of Picture Butte High School on Highway 843). An open discussion session immediately follows the meeting. Visitors are welcome.

• Sunrise Village, 1730 10 Ave. S., will host an evening of fun and song with Boyd Low March 9 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Everyone welcome.