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• University of Lethbridge will present the Prentice Institute Brown Bag Lecture Series — “Sexual Expression in Residential Care,” March 16 from noon to 1:30 p.m. at L1102, Library. Dr. Julia Brassolotto, an assistant professor in Public Health at the U of L, holds an Alberta Innovates New Investigator Research Chair in Healthy Futures and Well-being in Rural Settings. Her research looks at care for older adults, specifically those living in continuing care.

• University of Lethbridge will present a talk titled Men are Naturally Better Leaders? Canadians and Political Sexism,” March 16, 2 to 4 p.m. at AH176, Anderson Hall. Melanee Thomas (BA ’03), assistant professor of political science at the University of Calgary, will talk about her research into the effects of gender, stereotype threat, and psychological orientations on politics and a project that examines the role electoral districts play in voter turnout, party competition and representational diversity.

• 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/.

• 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.

• University of Lethbridge will present the CCBN Open House and Brain Awareness Fair March 17 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Canadian Centre for Behavioural Neuroscience. This free event allows people of all ages to come and explore the CCBN and learn about the world-class research being conducted. Children’s activities are provided and parking is free in Lot M.

• Southern Alberta Chapters of the Order of the Eastern Star will hold their annual spring tea March 17, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 1818 5 Ave. S. Admission $5. Tickets available at the door. Tea and coffee, sandwiches, squares, home baking, door prizes.

• Galt Museum’s Saturdays at 1:00 hands-on history program for adults to attend with children continues March 17 from 1-2 p.m., featuring “Button Shamrock.” Come and learn about the history of St. Patrick’s Day while making a decorative shamrock out of buttons. Come dressed in your best green! Admission fees apply (free to annual pass holders).

• Royal Canadian Legion #4 General Stewart Branch will hold a St. Patrick’s Day Dance March 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the Legion’s Memorial Hall, 324 Mayor Magrath Drive S., featuring the Dusty Road Band. Door prizes, dance prizes, 50/50 draw. Special price food menu available until 9 p.m.; full bar service in hall until midnight. Advance tickets $17 for Legion members, $20 for nonmembers. Tickets the day of the event, $25. Reserve tickets for pickup by calling the Legion at 403-327-6644 (in Taber and Fort Macleod, call Suzanne Scott at 403360-4768.

• Kids Club and MAKEbreak Crafting Classes take place on weekends at Michael’s Craft Store at Park Place, designed for kids of all ages. The upcoming schedule includes: March 17, Kids Club Easter Chick - Create a chick perfect for the holiday, 10 a.m.-noon, $2, ages 3-8; March 17, Kids Club Bunny and Carrot - These DIY bunnies and carrots make for an early Easter celebration, 10 a.m.-noon, $5, ages 6+; March 17, MAKEbreak Bunny Tail Pot - Jump into Easter with a themed clay pot, 1-3 p.m. Buy your choice of clay pot and the rest of the supplies are provided.

• Southern Alberta Model Railroad Club will host its annual Spring Open House March 17-18 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. each day at the club facility in Gyro Park, 15 Street and 10 “A” Avenue South. Both the HO-gauge and the N-gauge layout will be operating. Everyone welcome, free admission (although donations are gratefully accepted).

• General Stewart Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion hosts Euchre Saturdays at 10 a.m. Bring your partner to play. For more information call the office at 403327-6644.

• 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.

• General Stewart Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion hosts Jitney Darts Saturdays at 3 p.m. For more information call 403-327-6644.

• Are you a male caregiver looking for something to do with your children on a Saturday morning? Me and My Dad uses fun to create a healthy environment where dads come together with their children. Relationships are not only built stronger between father and child but also lifelong friendships between Fathers and their children. Come down to Family Centre downtown Saturdays from 9:3011 a.m. Located at #225, 200 4 Ave. S.

• 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 host its monthly Classic Country Jam Session and Supper for members and invited guests (cost is $10) March 18 at the Community Hall, 133 3 St. in Shaughnessy. Jam starts at 1 p.m., supper at 5 p.m. For more information call Dorothy at 403381-3589.

• McNally Community Association will hold a jam session March 18 at 1 p.m. at McNally Hall, 5 miles southeast of Lethbridge on Highway 4. For more information, phone 403-3271271.

• Galt Museum’s Café Galt lecture program for adults and seniors continues March 18 from 2-3 p.m., featuring “Gliding in Southern Alberta: 1930s to Present Day.” Listen to Geoff Minors from the Lethbridge Soaring Club speak on the history of gliding in our area. Admission fees apply (free to annual pass holders).

• Lethbridge Symphony will present Series 5 – Beethoven & Sanctuary March 19 at Southminster United Church, featuring the Lethbridge Symphony Orchestra, the LCI Singers and Ventus Women’s Choir. Doors open at 7 p.m., concert at 7:30. For tickets, visit www.lethbridgesymphony.org or phone 403-328-6808, ext. 101 MondayFriday, 1-5 p.m. • Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization will offer a two-day iPhones course, March 19 and 21, 10 a.m.-noon, at the LSCO, 500 11 St. S. Fee: $20 for LSCO members, $40 for nonmembers. Register by Mar. 16 (space is limited). Register at the LSCO or call 403320-2222.

• Lethbridge International Film Festival will take place March 19-24 at the Lethbridge Public Library with the theme “Issues of Our Times.” Free admission. Times: 7-9 p.m. March 19-23 and 2-4 p.m. March 24. Film schedule: March 19 — An Inconvenient Sequel; March 20 — Human Flow; March 21 — Secret State of North Korea; March 22 — Food Evolution; March 23 — Wildlife of the Oldman River Valley; March 24 — Land Beneath Our Feet. For details, visit the website https://www.liffs.org/.

• Senator Joyce Fairbairn Middle School Open House will be held March 20 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Chinook High School. The new middle school is preparing for its fall opening. The open house will feature members of the Board of Trustees and Fairbairn staff. Topics to be covered will include boundaries for the new school, construction updates, features included in the new building and details surrounding registration dates and plans for transitioning students in the fall.

• Minus One, a bereavement support group for younger widows, will hold its next meeting March 20 at 7 p.m. at the Family Ties Gathering Space, 909 3 Ave. N. For more information, email minusonelethbridge@gmail.com, or go to Minus One on Facebook.

• The Lethbridge Association of the Blind (LAB) provides numerous activities for the blind and visually impaired in the Lethbridge area. Some of these include dinners with entertainment, attending musicals and tours of local museums. The association also runs a bowling league which takes place weekly at the Holiday Bowl. If you are interested in participating in any of these activities or volunteering to assist with these activities, call Bill at 403942-1677 or email brownwj@shaw.ca.

• The Chinook Society for Recovering Addicts, a not-for-profit registered society with charitable status, makes its renovated facility at 408 13 St. N. available as a meeting room space to 12step groups as well as other groups or organizations. Each of the three available rooms includes tables, chairs, commercial coffee maker and sink. There is a centrally located locker room for group supplies as well as central men’s and women’s washrooms. The 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 (If no answer, please leave a message) or email chinooksociety@gmail.com.