Community CALENDAR YOUR EVENTS GUIDE LISTING

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• A public consultation on a private member’s bill regarding Henson trusts will be held June 10 from 1-3 p.m. at the Fritz Sick Centre (Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization), 500 11 St. S., hosted by Brian Malkinson, MLA for Calgary-Currie. A Henson trust, or “absolute discretionary trust,” is designed to protect the assets (typically an inheritance) of persons with disabilities. Everyone is welcome to attend.

• Nature Play Day will take place June 10 from 12–4 p.m. at Henderson Lake. This fun family festival includes: outdoor games, pond dipping, hammocks, kayaking, cloud watching, live music and more. Join more than 20 community groups and enjoy free activities. For more details, contact Helen Schuler Nature Centre at 403-320-3064 or email hsnc@lethbridge.ca.

• The Park-Wide Garage Sale at Parkbridge Estates, 2920 29 Ave. S., will be held June 10 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Everyone welcome.

• Lethbridge Recycling Roundup will take place June 10 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the London Drugs parking lot. Citizens can recycle Electronics, small appliances, CFL light bulbs, fluorescent tubes (up to 4 feet), alkaline and rechargeable batteries, inkjet and laser cartridges, plastic and cardboard packaging, nonfood-related styrofoam, household scrap metal (accepted by National Salvage), used/expired child car seats (accepted by Kidseat Recyclers; There is a $10 levy per car seat. All fabric must be removed before drop-off. The event will also accept donations of items that can be reused by local charities.

• The Annual London Road Family Fair will take place June 10 from 1-4 p.m. at Kinsmen Park, 8 Avenue and 10 Street South. Everyone welcome. Free Canada birthday cake for the first 150 people; also bouncy castles, live music, face-painting, puppet shows, magician, show and shine car show. All free except for the food. More details at londonroadna.org.

• Lethbridge Public Library will host Comic Con June 10 at the Crossings Branch, 255 Britannia Blvd. West, featuring a superhero storytime for younger fans at 10 a.m.; an all-ages screening of Marvel’s “The Avengers” at 11 a.m. (with popcorn); panels featuring southern Alberta comic creators Eric Dyck and Natalie Asplund at 1 p.m.; and a cosplay contest at 2 p.m. open to anyone who wants to dress up as their favourite character. Also pop-up shops from Kapow, the University of Lethbridge Bookstore, and Round Table Board Gamerie, and more.

• Summer Night Dance will be held June 10 at the German Canadian Club of Lethbridge, 902 6 St. N., featuring the German Ladies Choir from Calgary and DJ dance music by Prime Entertainment. Cocktails at 6 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m., choir at 8 p.m., dance at 9 p.m. Dinner is wiener schnitzel (pork tenderloin), mashed potatoes and vegetables. Tickets $25 per person. For information and tickets, call Alice at 403-320-1689 (press “3” at prompt). www.germanclubleth.ca.

• Trigeminal Neuralgia Support Group meets the second Saturday of the month at 2 p.m. in Room C and D at the LSCO, 500 11 St. S. Trigeminal neuralgia is a neuropathic disorder characterized by episodes of intense pain in the face, originating from the trigeminal nerve. Individuals with TN and their family members are invited to attend meetings. For more information, call Don at 403330-7937 or email brewsd8@gmail.com, or Mackenzie at 403-380-2824 or email mackenzie.lea@hotmail.com.

• The Lethbridge and District Horticultural Society has joined with other groups to host Canadian Garden Day events June 11 at the Galt Museum and Helen Schuler Nature Centre. Enjoy learning about native plants, walking tours in the coulees, and an open xeriscaped garden at 625 18 St. S. Both native plants and local artists' botanical art will be available for purchase. Go to www.lethbridgehorticulture.org (under Meetings, events, activities) for detailed information including schedules.

• Narcotics Anonymous meets Sundays at 7 p.m. at Chinook Meeting Hall, 408 13 St. N. (back door entrance off back alley); Tuesdays and Thursdays (new beginners group), 7 p.m. at Chinook Meeting Hall; Wednesdays, 7 p.m. at Christ Trinity Lutheran Church, 416 12 St. S. (downstairs, use south entrance). Details: 403-380-6536.

• Lethbridge Women’s Connection invites all ladies to a dinner and program June 12 at 6:30 p.m. at “The Norland” Historic Estate (corner of Highway 512 and Sunnyside Road South). Musical entertainment by Taber duo Gloria Cyr and Teri Valgardson. Guest speaker Linda Pogoda from Carstairs will speak on “He Almost Missed His Chance,” telling about the hope in her life even with an alcoholic father and the devastating effects it had on him and his family. Cost $20 inclusive. LA Chefs catering at the Norland Banquet Room. Reservations essential; limited seating to 90 only. Call Bea at 403-3281708 or Linda at 403-381-2574. Affiliated with RSVP Ministries.

• All women are invited to a program and brunch June 13 at 9:30 a.m. at the Heritage Inn Banquet Room in Taber. Weather Vane Soap Company with Emily Olfert, from Vauxhall, will be featured. Also music by Dana Wall from Vauxhall, and an inspirational message, “He Almost Missed His Chance” by Linda Pogoda from Carstairs. Cost is $15; make reservations by calling Gail at 403-2234637 or Jane at 403-223-1435. Cancellations necessary by noon June 12. Sponsored by Taber Christian Women’s affiliated with RSVP Ministries Canada. Everyone is welcome.

• A Mini Spa Day will be held June 13 from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. at Seasons (formally known as Sunrise Village), 1730 10 Ave. S., featuring mini massages, manicures and pedicures. Reasonable prices; everyone welcome.

• Ladies Auxiliary to the Royal Canadian Legion will hold a Fun Night

June 13 starting at 5 p.m. at the Legion, 324 Mayor Magrath Drive S. (north door, please). Pot-luck dinner served at 6 p.m.; bring your favourite dish. The L.A. will the the meat so don’t bring meat dishes (unless you want to). Games and fun after dinner. Call Marla at 403-3285235 for more details.

• Alberta Party Lethbridge West Constituency Association will hold its Annual General Meeting to elect new officers June 13 at 7 p.m. in the Friendship Room, Crossings Branch Library, 255 Britannia Blvd. W. At 7:30, Troy Wason, former executive director of the PC party, will speak on why he left the PC party to join the Alberta Party. Free admission, all are invited to attend both meetings.

• Revellers Dinner and Games Night will be held June 14 at the basement level of The Keg (Country Kitchen Catering) on Mayor Magrath Drive South. Facility is wheelchair accessible. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 6:30. Cost: $20 per person. Newcomers - are you a crib or whist enthusiast? Come for a great dinner and a night of cards. Yearly membership fee is $10 but fee is waived for the first time out. Tickets will be on sale Tuesday, June 13 from 2-3 p.m. at the same location (use east side entrance). Details: Ernie, 403-381-7223 or Gerald, 403-381-3620.

• World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Walk will take place June 15 from 10-11 a.m. at the Civic Centre Track (behind LSCO, 500 11 St. S.) $2 barbecue to follow at 11:15 a.m. All proceeds to the 2018 Seniors Safety Calendar. For more information, contact LEARN co-ordinator Lavonn Mutch at 403-320-2222.

• A Homemade Lasagna Dinner will take place June 16 starting at 5 p.m. at the Barons Community Hall, 209 Noble St. in Barons. Event is a fundraiser for Barons Memorial United Church. $10 per person (children under 6 free). Includes salad, buns and dessert.

• Great Canadian Plains Railway Society will host the annual Father’s Day BBQ and Railway Speeder rides June 18 from 12-4 p.m. at Galt Historic Railway Park near Stirling. Bring out Dad and ride the rails. Hotdogs or hamburger, cold drink - $5. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Enjoy the old train station and rail cars. 25 minutes south of Lethbridge, first turn off at Stirling, follow train station signs, RR19-4C. For details, phone 403-756-2220 or email gcprs@telus.net.

• Shaughnessy Community Centre will host its final jam session of the season June 18 at 1 p.m., with supper at 5 p.m. Cost is $10. For details, call Dorothy at 403-381-3589. Jam sessions will resume in September.

• Southern Alberta Self-Help Association Annual General Meeting will be held June 20 at the Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization, 500 11 St. S. in stage area (signs will be posted). Dinner at 6 p.m., meeting at 6:30 p.m.

• The Chicken Wing Challenge, benefiting Parkinson Alberta, will take place June 21 at 6 p.m. at Hudsons Tap House, 904 2 Ave. S. Teams of four may register on the Parkinson Alberta website, parkinsonalberta.ca/chickenwingchall enge. The public is welcome to attend to cheer on the competitors and enter onsite raffles and giveaways. The winning team will receive prizes from various sponsors.

• Volunteer Lethbridge Project Paintbrush is operating for another summer. The program organizes volunteers to paint exterior projects for seniors and people who are physically or financially unable to complete the work themselves. Homeowner applications are being accepted, and volunteers and sponsors are also needed. Homeowners can download an application form at http://volunteerlethbridge.com/projec t-paintbrush/ and submit it to Volunteer Lethbridge (324 5 St. S., Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 2B5 or fax 403-332-4321.). To become involved as a sponsor or to volunteer, contact Hunter or Chelsea at 403-332-4320 or email projectpaintbrush@volunteerlethbridge.com.