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• The third annual Festival of Nativities will continue Dec. 15 from 19 p.m., Dec. 16 from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. and Dec. 17 from 2-8 p.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 2410 28 St. S. in Lethbridge. Featuring hundreds of Christmas nativities on indoor display, interactive children’s room with dress-up nativity, puzzles and more. Also three musical concerts featuring local performers, taking place Dec. 15 at 7 p.m. and Dec. 16 at 2 and 7 p.m.

• Army, Navy & Air Force Veterans Club invites the public to play shuffleboard, mixed darts and billiards (pool) Fridays, 7 p.m., 517 5 Ave. S.

• TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), a non-profit organization which provides support to people wanting to lose weight, meets regularly in Lethbridge and area. Details: Eileen Schmidt, 403-4052410, or visit the website, www.tops.org.

• Celebrate Recovery — a Christ-centred recovery program for any hurt, hang-up and habit, meets Friday nights at Park Meadows Baptist Church, 2011 15 Ave. N. 6 p.m. - supper ($3); 7 p.m. large group; 8 p.m. - open share small groups; 9 p.m. - Solid Rock Cafe. Email celebraterecovery@parkmeadows.ca for more information or visit http://celebraterecovery.ca/wp/.

• Galt Museum’s Saturdays at 1:00 hands-on history program for families continues Dec. 16 from 1-2 p.m. with “Pasta & Seed Art.” Make a beautiful piece of art using dried pasta and seeds. You’ll also find out about the history of pasta and infamous Italian immigrant Emilio Picariello, whose story is explored in our special exhibit. Admission fees apply (includes exhibit access); free to annual pass holders.

• College Drive Community Church will present “The Story,” a Gleestyle musical performance, Dec. 16 at 7 p.m. at 2710 College Drive S. Free admission; refreshments to follow the performance.

• MADD Lethbridge & Area is hosting Christmas MADDness Dec. 16 from 1-3 p.m. at Milestone Mazda, 3530 4 Ave. S. There will be face painting, horse and wagon rides, photos with Santa, gift wrapping, colouring contest, treats and much more. All proceeds will go to support MADD Lethbridge & Area. • The Last Chance Cat Ranch will have a table at Meet Your Maker Dec. 16 from noon-5 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion on Mayor Magrath Drive South. Featuring an assortment of handmade crafts and pet items for sale to help with fundraising to pay off the LCCR’s vet bills. All revenue goes to the care of the cats for the volunteer-operated charity.

• West Wind Gymnastics Club offers drop-in fun on Saturdays from 2-4 p.m. It’s a great opportunity to practise your gymnastic skills in a friendly, supervised environment. Age 5 and under $6 and must be accompanied by an adult; 6 and older $12.

• 55-Plus at Via Church (formerly River of Life) welcomes all to their monthly potluck suppers on the third Saturday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at 2820 18 Ave. N. Please bring a dish to share, and in turn share with our programs/speakers, etc. the goodness of the Lord. For information call Pastor Allyn at 403-3282292 or 403-715-2752, or the church office, 403-320-2005.

• Shaughnessy Community Centre will hold its monthly Classic Country Jam Session Dec. 17 at 1 p.m., with supper to follow at 5 p.m. (cost $10). For more details, call Dorothy at 403-381-3589.

• The Rotary Club of Raymond will present the Annual Rotary Community Carole Festival Dec. 17 at the Raymond Cultural Hall, 200 West and Church Avenue. Raymond High School Band Prelude at 6 p.m., opening choir at 6:30 p.m. A variety of school, community and church choirs will perform. Collecting at the door non-perishable food items for the Standoff Food Bank and gently used children’s and youth books for the Kainai Public Library and community.

• Interfaith Food Bank still has openings for its free Shop Smart and Collective Kitchen programs. The next Shop Smart session takes place Dec. 19 at 6 p.m. and the next Collective Kitchen session goes Dec. 20 at 12:30 p.m. More classes will be available in 2018. Participants must register prior to attending. For information or to register, phone 403-320-8779.

• Centre Village Mall’s Toy Mountain program continues until Dec. 20 to collect toys for children in need. New, unwrapped toys can be dropped off at Centre Village Mall Toy Mountain during mall hours. All toys will be distributed through the joint efforts of Interfaith Food Bank, Lethbridge Food Bank and the Salvation Army. Santa will be at the mall weekdays, 1-5 p.m. and Saturdays from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. until Dec. 23.

• Seasons Lethbridge (formally known as Sunrise Village), 1730 10 Ave. S., will host a jam session Dec. 20 at 6:30 p.m. Everyone welcome.

• Seasons Lethbridge (formally known as Sunrise Village), 1730 10 Ave. S., will host an evening of music by Tom Price, Dec. 21 at 6:30 p.m. Everyone welcome.

• Southern Alberta Skating Academy will hold its Christmas show, ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas, Dec. 22 from 66:45 p.m. at the Enmax Centre. Tickets are $17 at ice level, $12 in the lower and upper bowl. Tickets are available at the Enmax Centre Box Office or online at enmaxcentre.ca.

• The Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints will present a Live Nativity Dec. 22, 23 and 24 from 6-8 p.m. at 4105 Forestry Ave. S., featuring free outdoor performances running every 20 minutes.

• LSCO 33rd Annual Christmas Turkey Dinner will take place Dec. 25 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the LSCO, 500 11 St. S. Dinner is open to everyone in the community. Rides to the dinner can be booked one week in advance. If you are unable to attend, meals can be delivered to your home with one week advance booking. There are a variety of volunteer positions for this event. Call 403-3202222 for more information.

• A Family-Friendly New Year’s Eve Celebration will be held Dec. 31 from 7 p.m.-1 a.m. at the Milk River Civic Centre. Featuring entertainment by Border Bound. Silent auction, cash bar, Kids Zone movie at 10 p.m. Refreshments and snacks provided. Adults $20, students 13-17 $10, family $50, kids 712 $5, 6 and under free. For tickets, call Dale at 403-3272438.

• A New Year’s Eve Dance Party will be held Dec. 31 at the Polish Hall, 745 13 St. N. Cocktails at 6:30 p.m., homemade supper at 7 p.m. Midnight snack and champagne; DJ will be playing a variety of music videos. Tickets $45 per person; for tickets, call Jerry at 403-3291152. Ticket deadline Dec. 28.

• Italian Canadian Club will host a New Year’s Eve party Dec. 31. Cocktails at 7 p.m., dinner at 8 p.m. featuring an Italian buffet feast. Dance music by the Bamboo Guppies. Balloon drop and noise makers at midnight; midnight snack. Tickets $40 per person. Tickets must be purchased in advance by calling or texting 403-3173977; cash or cheque only or online at Eventbrite.

• Free FoodFit classes will be offered beginning in January at Interfaith Food Bank, 1103 3 Ave. N. Classes will take place Tuesdays from 5:30-8:30 p.m. or Wednesdays from 1-4 p.m. Learn about nutrition cooking and exercise. Childcare available for some sessions. Volunteers are also needed to assist with the program. To register, to volunteer, or for more information call Rudeen at 403320-8779.

• The Lethbridge Public Library is holding an FASD, PTSD and ADHD Workshop Jan. 6 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Crossings Branch (255 Britannia Blvd. West). The presentation will discuss these mental illnesses, how they affect people, and provide tips and tools that will help you work with those suffering from these disorders. Space is limited; register for half day or full day, with or without lunch. Call 403-3204977, or go to the Read On office at Lethbridge Public Library, 810 5 St. S. to register and purchase a ticket. For more information visit the website www.lethlib/readon#.

• Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization will offer Zentangle Art #1 Mondays, Jan. 8-29 from 1-3 p.m. at the LSCO, 500 11 St. S. Known as “Yoga for the Brain,” Zentangle Art creates a sense of calm, lowers stress, increases focus and concentration, increases creativity and problem solving. Fee: $25 for LSCO members, $38 for nonmembers. Register by Jan. 4 (after this date add $5). For information or to register, call 403-328-2222.

• The Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour will visit the Lethbridge Public Library’s Main Branch Jan. 8–13 in the Theatre Gallery. The film lineup will include: The Last Honey Hunter (2017), Best Film: Mountain Culture; Intersection: Micayla Gatto (2017), Best Film: Mountain Sports; Into Twin Galaxies (2017), Special Jury Mention; The Frozen Road (2017), Special Jury Mention. To watch a clip of some of the films, visit www.lethlib.ca. Tickets available at the Main Branch only. Adults: $20/ticket or purchase 3 consecutive programs for $50. Seniors (65+) and Children 12 and under: $15/ticket or purchase 3 consecutive programs for $40. To get the special prices, the tickets must be all Adult or all Seniors/Children.

• Attend a Tai Chi/Qi Gong class to suit your schedule and ability in exchange for a toy valued at a minimum of $10. All toys and proceeds go to local kids in need through Toys For Tots. For schedules and details, visit canadianyogainstitute.com or call 403-394-9642.

• Gospel Messengers Choir is looking for singers who want to make an impact, enjoy great fellowship and enjoy singing hymns in local seniors homes, the jail and the hospital. Phone Jake at 403-3810587.