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• The Lethbridge Public Library invites the public to participate in the grand reopening of the renovated north wing of the Main Branch downtown July 26. Celebration activities include: 10 a.m. Storytelling and craft; 11 a.m. Blackfoot naming ceremony and official ribbon cutting; 1 p.m. Blackfoot drumming and dancing; 3 p.m. Lethbridge Buskers Association; 6:30 p.m. CKXU Vinyl Collection broadcast.

• Shakespeare in the Park 2018 season of “The Tempest” continues with performances every Thursday and

Friday until Aug. 10 at 7 p.m. in Galt Gardens amphitheatre. Director DJ Gellatly has set the magical world of the Tempest in the future, on a distant planet (think “Shakespeare meets Star Trek!”). Performances are free, but donations after the show are gratefully received. Vintage Food Van on site from Stoketown Cafe. Come and enjoy the wonders of Shakespeare in a beautiful outdoor setting. For more details, call Kate Connolly at 403329-4568. • Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization offers Beginner Pickleball Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and

Fridays from 3-4:50 p.m. at the LSCO, 500 11 St. S. A few paddles are available for use. Purchase monthly or day passes at the Administration Desk prior to playing. Fee: $15 for LSCO members, $30 for non-members. Drop-in: $2.50 for LSCO members, $3.50 for non-members. • Carriage House Theatre in Cardston will present its lineup of alternating summer shows, running until Aug. 22. The lineup of musicals includes: “Oklahoma,” directed by Bill Simon; “Forever Plaid,” directed by Bill Simon; “Newsies,” directed by Sheila Hague; and “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown,” directed by Rachelle Robinson. For show dates and ticket information, visit http://www.thecarriagehousetheatre. com/. • Al-Anon, a group for those facing problems caused by someone else’s drinking, meets Thursdays at 1 p.m. at the Family Centre, Suite 225, 200 4 Ave. S. (Lethbridge Centre). Details: Martha, 403-381-0756, or Pearl, 403-369-0890.

• “Easy Does It” Al-Anon for adult children of alcoholics, a support group for people who want to learn healthier coping skills in their relationships, meets

Thursdays, 7 p.m., Church of the Good Shepherd, 2406 11 Ave. S., front door. Details: Judy, 403-329-0661. • Blankets for Canada Lethbridge meets Thursdays from 10 a.m.-noon at the west entrance of Southminster United Church (11 Street and 4 Avenue). We are in need of more volunteers. Donations of yarn or financial donations are greatly appreciated, also eight- or nine-inch squares as well as strips 70 inches long, knitted or crocheted. Items may be dropped off at the church or at Michael’s craft store at Park Place mall. For more information, call 403-329-6586 or 403329-4410. • Adult Children of Alcoholics and/or Dysfunctional Families, a support group for people who grew up with the rules Don’t Talk, Don’t Trust, Don’t Feel, meet Thursdays, 8 p.m., 408 13 St. N. Details: Ann, 403-382-9925, or Shannon, 403-315-3482. • Royal Canadian Legion General Stewart Branch No. 4 hosts cribbage

every Thursday with a start time of 6:45 p.m. Don’t be late; come out and play. • The Coaldale United Church Thrift

Shop (2022 18 St.) is open Thursdays from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. as a service to the community. Most clothing and shoes at $2. Household items very reasonably priced — Christmas decorations, bedding, tablecloths, curtains, kitchen items, books, fine china, jewelry and more. Cash only. Come and browse.

• Lethbridge Horseshoe Club meets every Thursday at 6 p.m. at Henderson Lake park (next to the new pool). Come for fun, fresh air, exercise and make new friends. For more information, call Omer at 403-320-8246.

• Are you interested in writing? The River Bottom Writers invite you to join them the second and fourth Thursday of every month at 6:45 p.m. in the Richardson Oilseed Room at Lethbridge College for a session of informal writing practice. All genre writers are welcome. Bring pen, paper or laptop. • Lethbridge Friendship Force Club meets on the fourth Thursday of every month at 6:30 p.m. at Chinook High Library. Visitors and future members are welcome. For more information call Liz at 403-381-1081.

• Growing Abilities is a parent support and play group for children with differing abilities. It is open to parents/caregivers and their children with disabilities, as well as siblings and support staff. There will be planned activities based on children’s developmental needs, abilities and interests. There will also be open-ended activities for siblings and space for parents to connect. This group will be facilitated by an Early Childhood Educator and a Parent Educator, so one-on-one

support is not available to children. Give it a try at Family Centre Downtown on

Fridays from 2-3:30 p.m. at #225, 200 4 Ave. S. The program is free but people are asked to register by calling 403-3204232. • 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 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 403329-3222 for more information and/or bus scheduling. • The 2018 Willow Creek Gospel Music Jamboree will take

place July 27-29 in Granum. Performers include Keepers of the Faith, the Trudel Family (2016 SCMA Entertainers of the Year), Joyful Melody Trio and more. Hosted by Darrel Janz. Admission free; donations welcome. Great food and camping sites still available. For more details, visit www.gospelmusicjamboree.ca. • The Lethbridge Twinning Society will host a “Specialty Hotdog” Bar B Que fundraising event July 28 from 11 a.m.–5 p.m. at the westside Save On Foods. The event will feature specially dressed hotdogs from each of Lethbridge’s “sister cities.” Citizens can show their support for the Lethbridge Twinning Society by purchasing a hotdog and drink. Try “Wild West Dog” from Great Falls, Montana (chili and wild-west barbecue sauce); the “Culver Dog” from Culver City, California (avocado and alpha sprouts); the “Russian Dog” from Timashvesk, Russia (dill pickle and sour cream) or the “Towada Dog” from Towada City, Japan (sprinkled, dried seaweed, teriyaki sauce with optional wasabi!). For those not so adventurous, there will also be regular hotdogs and smokies. Visit the website www.lethbridgetwinningsociety.com or call 403-381-0038 for further details. • Galt Historic Railway Park will offer Speeder Rides and Tours July 28, Aug.

18 and Aug. 25 (weather permitting) from 1-3:30 p.m. $10 per person (children 10 and under free with adult) for a combined tour of the 1890 International Train Station and a ride on the restored speeder motorcar. Located 1 km north of Stirling, 25 minutes south of Lethbridge on Highway 4; at the Stirling exit, turn off the highway and follow the train station signs to #65032 Range Road 19-4C. More details online at

www.galtrailway.com or www.facebook.com/Galt1890. • 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.

• Galt Museum’s Indigenous History Program takes place every Saturday from 10 a.m.-noon, exploring Indigenous history through story-telling and handson activities. Individuals and groups are welcome to attend. No registration required. Admission fees apply (free to annual pass holders). • Tai Chi and Medical Qi Gong will be offered Saturdays until Aug. 11, from 10-11:15 a.m. at Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden. Learn gentle, rhythmical movements to enhance your balance, breath and that quiets the mind. For information, call 403-328-8511 or visit nikkayuko.com. • Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization will offer an iPhones class Monday and Wednesday, July 30 and Aug. 1 from 10 a.m.-noon at the LSCO, 500 11 St. S. If you have an Android, this class is NOT for you. Space is limited, register early. Fee: $20 for LSCO members, $40 for non-members. Register by July 27. For information or to register, call the LSCO at 403-320-2222 or register online at www.lethseniors.com. • “Shipwrecked, Jesus Rescues Us” Vacation Bible School will take place July

30-Aug. 3 from 9 a.m. to noon at Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, 2406 11 Ave. S. Ages 4 through those who have finished Grade 5 are invited to participate at no cost. To register or for more information go to the website lutheranchurchofthegoodshepherd.co m or call the church at 403-328-3445. • Galt Museum’s popular Summer Cemetery Tours are back. The tour schedule includes: Mountain View Cemetery Aug. 1 and Aug. 14; and St. Patrick’s Cemetery July 31 and Aug. 15. Each tour runs from 7-8:30 p.m. These tours are suitable for teenagers, adults and seniors. Tickets are $4 per person or $3 for Galt Annual Pass Holders, plus GST, available at the Galt Museum Store, at www.galtmuseum.com/tickets and by phoning 403-320-3954.