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• lecture The Prentice series will Institute continue Brown Jan. 19 Bag from noon-1:30 (U of L Library), p.m. featuring at the boardroom, “Cultural L1102 Safety & L Health Health Sciences Equity. Dr. professor, Sharon Yanicki, and Dr. a Vivien U of Suttorp, Alberta Health lead medical Service’s officer South of Zone, health will for discuss Syrian refugees the experiences who attended of newly refugee arrived health to March clinics 2016. in Lethbridge from January • will Women’s be presented Roles Jan. in Blackfoot 19, 1-3 p.m., Society at Level Little Bear, 10 Alcove, a Kainai U of Elder L Library. and author, Beverly will talk of women about the in Blackfoot historical society. and current This talk roles is presented • University by the of Lethbridge Blackfoot Digital will present Library. “Are Future we of (bleep)ed? Humanity (if Creativity any)” Jan. and 19, the 45:30 p.m. at B730, University Hall. Kent Peacock, a U of L professor of philosophy, will discuss creativity in humans. This lecture is part of the Department of Philosophy Colloquium Series. • The National Association of Federal Retirees (NAFR-FSNA) will hold a Southern Alberta Branch annual members’ luncheon meeting Jan. 19 at Country Kitchen Catering (below the Keg Restaurant), 1715 Mayor Magrath Drive S. (wheelchair accessible). Doors open at 11:15 a.m. Lunch of beef on a bun will be served shortly after 12:15 p.m. Guest speaker will be Lethbridge East MLA Maria Fitzpatrick, who is a member of the association. Members who wish to attend are asked to phone the office at 403-3280801 and leave a message with your name and number attending. Any retired federal employees who may be interested in joining the association are welcome to attend. Call the office number. • Army, Navy & Air Force Veterans Club, 517 5 Ave. S., invites the public to play shuffleboard, mixed darts and billiards (pool) Fridays, 7 p.m.; crib on Wednesdays at 7 p.m.; and open crib tournament second Sunday of the month at 1 p.m. • 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, 403-405-2410, or visit the website, www.tops.org. • Celebrate Recovery — a Christcentred 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/. • Nordbridge Bingo welcomes the public (18 and over) for a cash bingo with no surcharges Fridays at 1 p.m. (except holidays) at 1904 13 Ave. N. A regular book is $5, extra games $1 each. Come early for breakfast or one of the daily lunch specials. Call 403-329-3222 for more information and/or bus scheduling.

• Galt Museum’s Saturdays at 1:00 hands-on history program for families will continue Jan. 20 from 1-2 p.m., featuring “Needlepoint.” Come learn about the history of needlepoint and create your own snowflake design. Admission fees apply (includes exhibit access); free to annual pass holders. • Helen Schuler Nature Centre’s Extreme by Nature program for ages 1115 continues Jan. 20 from 1:30-4 p.m. with “Get Lost! Winter Edition.” Learn some basic wilderness survival skills through a series of fun team challenges. Call to register, 403-320-3064.

• Troyanda Ukrainian Dance Club will present Malanka, celebrating Ukrainian New Year’s, Jan. 20 at the German Canadian Club, 902 6 St. N. Featuring a special performance by the Troyanda Dance Club followed by a Ukrainian dinner featuring perogies, sausage, etc. The evening will be topped off with live music by Ukrainian band Absolute, along with the always popular “Kolomeyka,” a circle dance where special tricks and impressive dance moves are displayed. Evening includes a silent auction, raffles and games, midnight lunch, and a fun photo booth with authentic Ukrainian costumes and props. Tickets are $55 for adults, $45 for students and seniors, and $25 for children 12 and under. To purchase tickets call Patt Williams at 403393-1725. • Saturday’s Dance will take place Jan. 20 from 8-11 p.m. at the Lethbridge Legion Hall, 324 Mayor Magrath Drive S., featuring live music by Fay Stevens. $8 per person; door prizes; cash bar available. Everyone welcome; no membership required. • 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. • The annual Lethbridge Antique and Toy Show and Sale will take place Jan. 20-21 at the South Pavilion at Exhibition Park, running Jan. 20 from 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. and Jan. 21 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission $4 (12 and under free); proceeds go to charity. Featuring antique and vintage furniture, jewellery, glassware, toys and games; farmhouse, country and cottage decor; diecast, sport, military, comic, coin and farm collectibles; handmade dolls, barnwood frames, quilts and more. Concession will be open. For vendor information, email lethtoyshow@gmail.com or phone 403381-9056. • The Lethbridge Community Network’s fifth annual Electronics Recycling Drive continues until Sunday. Lethbridge residents and businesses are invited to drop off all unwanted electronics in the e-recycle bins at the drop-off site, 1817 3 Ave. S. (across from Mint Car Wash). Unused items will be reconditioned and put back into the community while non-functioning and outdated items will be recycled to preserve the environment. Larger, commercial pickups are available; call the LCN office at 403317-7799 or Alan Schneider at 604731-1234 to schedule a pickup. • Shaughnessy Community Centre will host its monthly Classic Country Jam Session and Supper (cost is $10) Jan. 21. Jam starts at 1 p.m., supper at 5 p.m. For details call Dorothy at 403-381-3589. • Galt Museum’s Cafe Galt program for adults and seniors continues Jan. 21 from 2-3 p.m., featuring “Horses in the High Country.” Bert Riggall was a legendary equestrian guide and outfitter in the Waterton region in the early 1900s. An outstanding photographer, Riggall captured the magnificent scenery from his saddle horse as he traversed the high country. Wendy Ryan will present her new chapter in the book “Bert Riggall’s Greater Waterton, A Conservation Legacy.” Admission fees apply (includes exhibit access); free to annual pass holders. • Southminster United Church offers monthly Labyrinth events. The next session will take place Jan. 22 at 6:30 p.m., led by Veriditas-certified facilitator Nancy Fabro. A handout on labyrinth terminology to help understand the basics about labyrinths will be provided, followed by a meditative walk. Open to the public; enter through the west office doors at 1011 4 Ave. S.; by donation. For more information, call the church office 403-327-3404. • The German Canadian Club of Lethbridge (902 6 St. N.) will hold its German Dinner Night Jan. 22, featuring Rouladen. Cost $20 per person. Doors open at 4:30, Takeouts at 5 p.m., dinner at 5:30. For reservations, call 403-3201689 (press 3 at prompt). • Building Cultural Bridges will hold its next weekly presentation Jan. 22 at 7 p.m. at the Multicultural Centre, with the topic “Asian Cultures.” • Volunteer Lethbridge BUZZ Session: Developing a Communications Plan will take place Jan. 23 from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. The session will explore the benefits of communication planning and provide participants with a clear, step-by-step guide for developing and implementing a communication plan, along with actionable tips, resources and templates. To register, contact Keith at Volunteer Lethbridge by phone 403-332-4320 or email outreach@volunteerlethbridge.com.

• The 50+ (Senior) Curling Club would like to invite any former members to the fourth Welcome Back Luncheon Jan. 24 at 11 a.m. at the new curling club on the westside (74 Mauretania Rd. W.). Cost is $10. Register by phoning Janet Bell at 403-327-1213 or going to the club website atwww.lethb ridge curling

club.com and click on LEAGUES. All the information you need is there. • Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization will offer the Heart & Stroke Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider course Jan. 31 and again Feb. 6 from 5-9 p.m. at the LSCO, 500 11 St. S. Participants will learn to promptly recognize several life–threatening emergencies, give high–quality chest compressions, deliver appropriate ventilations, and provide early use of an AED. Cost $100 for LSCO members, $110 for non-members. Register by Jan. 24 for the Jan. 31 course, and by Jan. 30 for the Feb. 6 course (after date add $5). For details or to register, call 403-320-2222. • The Chinook Society for Recovering Addicts, a not-for-profit registered society with charitable status, makes its facility at 408 13 St. N. available as a meeting room space to 12-step groups as well as other groups or organizations. Each of the three available rooms includes tables, chairs, commercial coffee maker and sink. Centrally located locker room for group supplies as well as central men’s and women’s washrooms. Facility has central HVAC, is smoke free and wheelchair accessible. Rate per meeting room is $60 per month or $15 per meeting. For details, contact Allan at 403-381-8272 or email chinooksociety@gmail.com.