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• Free outdoor fit camp, for all ages and all abilities, runs Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at two locations in the city. A 9:15 a.m. session will be held at the playground on Stafford Drive North, and a 6 p.m. session will be held at Adams Park at 13 Street and 9 Avenue North. Call 403393-5590 for more information.

• Swing Bridge Dance Club meets Mondays from 7:30-9:30 p.m. (cancelled on holiday Mondays) at Eagles Hall, 631 13 St., featuring East Coast Swing dance lessons each week; $3 donation. Singles and couples welcome, from beginner to expert level. For more details, call Sheldon at 403393-8566 or email swingbridgeleth@gmail.com.

• The CRADLE, a support group for anorexics, bulimics and their families and friends, meets Mondays (except long weekends), 7 to 8:30 p.m. in Room 2K-169 at Chinook Regional Hospital. Details: Debbie, 403-8943582.

• Coulee Commentators Toastmaster Club meets Mondays at 7-8:30 p.m. at the Nord-Bridge Seniors Centre (West Community Room), 1904 13 Ave. N. Guests are always welcome to drop in and check out how Toastmasters can help them. For more details, contact Darren, 403-329-0577, or Michael, 403-593-8605. More information at coulee.toastmastersclubs.org.

• Let It Begin With Me Al-Anon family group for people affected by someone else’s drinking meets Mondays, 7:30 p.m., at Central Church of Christ, 716 23 St. N. Details: Alice, 403-320-8340.

• Lethbridge Duplicate Bridge Club will be starting a new season of bridge classes. For those interested in “Defence,” classes will begin Monday,

Sept. 11 and run until Monday, Nov. 27 (no class Oct. 9 - Thanksgiving). For those who wish to continue with or attend “Bidding and Play,” classes will begin Tuesday, Sept. 12 and continue until Nov. 28, with no classes Oct. 3 or

Nov. 7. The club will be starting “Introduction to Bridge” classes for those real beginners who have never played bridge, or maybe even cards. This will be a series of six classes beginning Tuesday, Sept 12 and ending Oct. 17 (no class Oct. 3). If you know of anyone who would like to learn the game, please let them know. This class will be limited to eight participants. Games are played at the Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd. For more information, call Wendy at 403-345-6035 or 403-6343577.

• TOPS AB 672 (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets Mondays at 5:30 p.m. at McKillop United Church, 2329 15 Ave. S. Details: Lorraine, 403-328-8091.

• Lethbridge Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous meets Mondays and Wednesdays at 7 p.m. at Chinook Regional Hospital Parkade Meeting Room. Details: Josephine, 403345-4242, or Ron, 403-320-2075.

• Discovering Choices Al-Anon meets Mondays at 7 p.m. at St. Augustine’s Anglican Church, 411 11 St. S. (push open the gate, go back to right-hand building, downstairs). Details: Dee, 403394-0317 or Nelly, 403-308-8417.

• Coalhurst Legion hosts shuffleboard every Monday starting at 6:45 p.m. Cost is $5.25 per person which is paid back in prizes. Details: Georgene, 403381-3017.

• The Lethbridge Family History Centre has switched to summer hours, with the centre open Tuesdays from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Wednesdays from 1-9 p.m. until Sept. 5. For more information, call 403-328-0206.

• Alateen meetings (offering hope for children of alcoholics) take place

Mondays at 7:30 p.m. at Central Church of Christ, 716 23 St. N. For more information, contact Alice at 403320-8340 or Maureen at 403-6343062.

• Nord-Bridge Seniors Centre hosts floor curling every Monday at 10 a.m. and Thursday at 9 a.m. at the centre, 1904 13 Ave. N. Details: phone 403329-3222.

• A free workout group meets Monday and Wednesday at 9:15 a.m. at The Gate church, 522 3 Ave. S. For all ages and levels. For details, call 403-393-5590.

• Alzheimer Café, put on by the Alzheimer Society, Alberta and N.W.T., is held the fourth Monday of each month (except December) from 6:308:30 p.m. at Pemmican Lodge, 102 5 Ave. S.) featuring information, refreshments and entertainment. It’s a relaxed place to meet others and learn more about dementia. For people living with dementia, their families, caregivers and anyone interested in finding out more. For more information, call 403329-3766 or visit www.alzheimer.ab.ca.

• A Herb Drying and Tea Making Workshop will be held at the Interfaith Food Bank’s Learning Garden, Aug. 29 from 6:30-8 p.m., with instructor Mandy Sandbach. Learn how to preserve your herbs and how to make your own tea. Limited space available; call 403-320-8779 to reserve your spot. Donations gratefully accepted.

• Thinking of running for city council? The Lethbridge Public Library will host Candidate 101, a session designed to answer many of the questions you may have if you are considering the challenge of municipal politics. The session will take place Aug.

29 at 7 p.m. in Friends Place at The Crossings Branch, 255 Britannia Blvd. W. The event will include the chance to network with former city council members and learn first-hand from their experiences, and will also feature guest speakers: Bonnie Farris, MA: “The Joy of Good Governance,” and Harold Jansen, PhD: “The Internet and Campaigning.”

• 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 403-320-2005.

• 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.toast mastersclubs.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 403-331-0822.

• 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.

• 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 403-380-6338 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 October Fall 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.

• The Galt Museum will present a Special Family Program for all ages, “Up in the Air,” Aug. 31 from 1-4 p.m. Join artist Ed Pien and take a turn flying one of his custom fish kites made in response to the effects of climate change for water in southern Alberta. And try your hand at making simple kites and pinwheels. Admission fees apply (includes exhibit access). Free to annual pass holders.

• Sunrise Village, 1730 10 Ave. S., will host musical entertainment by Tom Price Aug. 31 at 6:30 p.m. Everyone welcome.

• Interfaith Food Bank will conduct another round of free FoodFit classes starting in September, running

Mondays or Wednesdays (both day and evening options available). FoodFit brings community members together to set goals, learn skills, and make measurable changes in overall health and fitness. Over 12 weeks, participants cook, learn about nutrition, and participate in physical activity. To register or for more information call Rudeen at 403-320-8779.

• The Galt Museum will host “A Tale of Two Galts” Party Sept. 4 from 1-4:30 p.m., featuring the official unveiling of the museum’s new sculpture of Sir Alexander and Elliot Galt and celebration of Sir Alexander’s 200th birthday. Come see the short film “Lethbridge: A Tale of Two Galts,” enjoy live music, free cupcakes, kids’ activities and more. Free admission as part of Museum Community Day.

• The Lethbridge Lightning Senior “AA” Hockey Club will host a fundraising barbecue Sept. 5 from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. at the westside Save On Foods, 401 Highlands Blvd. W. All proceeds will help defray costs associated with club operations for this brand new volunteer-driven, non-profit hockey team for players 18 years and over.

• The PAW Society will hold its annual book sale Sept. 5-9 at a new location this year — the Lethbridge Fish and Game Association Hut, 9 Avenue and 10 Street South, the SW corner of Kinsman Park. The sale will run

Tuesday, Sept. 5 to Friday, Sept. 8 from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. and Saturday,

Sept. 9 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Donated books are greatly appreciated and can be dropped off Sept. 5 and 6 during sale hours. For more information, call Joan at 403-732-5708.

• The Galt Museum’s Wednesday at the Galt program for adults and seniors continues Sept. 6 from 2-3 p.m. with “Jazzed Up Country.” Come hear a musical performance featuring the country sounds of Floyd Sillito and the jazz workings of Don, Randy and Reno who form the trio Standard Time. Admission fees apply (includes exhibit access). Free to annual pass holders.

• Revellers Dinner and Games Night will be held Sept. 6 at the basement level of The Keg (Country Kitchen Catering). Facility is wheelchair accessible. (Members: Please note change in the date to the first Wednesday of the month instead of the regular time of the second Wednesday of the month.) 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 of $10 is waived for the first time out. Tickets will be on sale Aug. 29 and Sept. 5 from 2-3 p.m. at the same location (use east side entrance). Details: Call Ernie, 403-3817223 or Gerald, 403-381-3620.

• The Parkinson Association of Alberta is accepting registrations for the fifth annual Flexxaire Step ‘N Stride fundraiser, taking place Sept. 9 at Indian Battle Park. Registration can be completed online at parkinsonalberta.ca/stepnstride, by visiting the Parkinson Association of Alberta office (1254 3 Ave S. in Lethbridge), or by calling 1-877-2439992.