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• YWCA Lethbridge & District’s 20th Annual Royal Gala Live and Silent Auction, a fundraiser for YWCA Harbour House, will take place Nov. 7 at 7 p.m. at the Lethbridge Lodge Hotel & Conference Centre Grand Ballroom. Tickets for the gala are $25 each and are available only via the Handbid app. This is an online auction. Tickets include wine and light appetizers as well as access to both the live and silent auctions. Ticket holders can bid on silent auction items without attending, if they wish. For more information, contact Nancy Stuart, Partnerships Manager YWCA Lethbridge & District, at 403-329-0088 or partnerships@ywcalethbridge.org.

• 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.

• 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, 403329-0661.

• Do you, or someone you know, have a gambling problem which is causing havoc in your life and relationships? If so, you’re welcome to attend weekly meetings of Gamblers Anonymous, held Tuesdays 7 p.m. and

Thursdays at 6 p.m. at 408 13 St. N. (front entrance). For more information call 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: 99:45 a.m. Meeting: 10-11 a.m. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) is a not-forprofit 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.

• 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 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. • Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization offers Noon Basketball Tuesdays and Thursdays, 12-1 p.m., until Dec. 28 (no session Dec. 28) at the LSCO, 500 11 St. S. $40 per month or $120 for 4 months. Drop-in fee: $6 per day. Showers available. To register or for information, stop by the LSCO office or phone 403-320-2222. • Join a weekly Adult ESL Interactive Conversation Cafe class, running Tuesdays until Nov. 7 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 403-3817354 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, #40, 1202 2 Ave. S. (enter on 12 Street). 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 Lethbridge Legion, 324 Mayor Magrath Drive S. (northeast door). The public is welcome to attend. • Revellers Dinner and Games Night will be held Nov. 8 in the basement level at 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 is $20 per person. Newcomers - are you a crib or whist night of enthusiast? cards. Yearly Come membership for dinner fee and of a $10 Tickets fee will is waived be on sale for the from first 2-3 time p.m. out.

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• The Lethbridge or Gerald, Public 403-381-3620. Library will host Shigematsu a travel covering presentation the Indian by Dennis Himalayas to p.m. the in Bangladeshi the Theatre Lowlands Gallery, Main Nov. Branch. 8 at 7 The insights talk about will include the Dalai photographs Lama’s and Monastery, a tiger safari. a Pushkar Admission Camel is free. Festival and

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

• South Coaldale Speakers Sunny Toastmasters Club meets Wednesdays, 78:15 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, 403345-2980.

• 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, 403320-2075, 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.

• 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 2 p.m. in Gym 2 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.

• The Nord-Bridge Seniors Centre is organizing a bus trip to the Millarville Christmas Craft Fair Nov. 9. There is lots of walking but there are seats available. Phone the centre at 403-329-3222 for more information or to book your seat. Non-members also accepted.

• Coutts Christmas Market will take place Nov. 10 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. in the gym at the historic Coutts School. Enjoy a hot Chinese lunch and shop from over 30 tables. Lunch served from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Lunch special $12.95, or place advance order for $12 by Nov. 9 (phone 587-7620216 and leave a message or email cindyclarke@theclayteacher.com. Check them out on Facebook.

• Tis The Season Christmas Market will take place at Exhibition Park, 3401 Parkside Drive S., Nov. 10 from 4-9 p.m. and Nov. 11 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. with a moment of silence at 1 p.m. for Remembrance Day. Entrance is by cash donation (going to the Prairie Pitbull Rescue Charity). Featuring one-stop shopping for everyone on your Christmas list with a wide range of vendors.

• The Empress Theatre in Fort Macleod will host its 8th annual Canadian Forces Memorial Film Festival Nov. 10-12, featuring military-related films along with an on-stage veterans’ panel discussion and lectures. MC will be Stéphane Guevremont, a military history instructor from Calgary. Weekend and single event passes are available at MacleodEmpress.com or by calling 403553-4404 (toll-free at 1-800-540-9229). Ticket prices: $35 Weekend Pass ($20 Seniors/Under 18); $12 Single Adult ($6 Seniors/Under 18). No charge for uniformed service personnel.

• All women are invited to a dinner and fashion show Nov. 14 at 7 p.m. at Luigi’s Banquet Room in Taber. Featuring fashions from Coaldale Ladies Wear, presented by Cheryl Wright; music by Terri Valgardson and Gloria Cyr; and an inspirational message, “God Has This,” by Lorraine Dykstra. Cost is $25 per person. Reservations can be made by calling Sylvia at 403-416-5075 or Jane at 403-2231435. Email sylviakrizan@shaw.ca.

Cancellations necessary by noon Nov. 13. Sponsored by Taber Christian Women’s, affiliated with RSVP Ministries Canada. Everyone is welcome.

• The Foremost Theatrical Society will present its production of “Nana’s Naughty Knickers” by Katherine DiSavino with performances Nov. 15, 17 and 18 at the Foremost Community Hall. Tickets can be purchased at W Buis Holdings in Foremost (403-867-2436). Credit card payments also accepted. Cocktails 5:30 p.m., dinner 6:30, and show at 8 pm. The society is a nonprofit organization that relies on local people to give their free time to perform, direct, produce and help out with just about anything else. To contact the director, call Rob Berezay at 403-4210227. To contact the producer, call Cheryl Gairns at 403-594-2471.