Community CALENDAR

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Community calendar is for nonprofit organizations and fundraisers. Please forward your items, at least one week in advance of your event, to communitycalendar@ lethbridgeherald.com

• The City of Lethbridge will hold an open mic session at the Nov. 5 Finance Committee meeting, from 4-5 p.m. at City Hall (main floor, Council Chambers) where Lethbridge residents will have the opportunity to provide comments or make brief presentations to city council members regarding the draft 2019-2022 Operating Budget. Written submissions are also encouraged and can be submitted in advance by emailing cityclerk@lethbridge.ca or delivering them to the Office of the City Clerk at City Hall, second floor, 910 4 Ave. S. Submissions will also be accepted during the meeting.

• Free outdoor fit camp, for all ages

and all abilities, runs Mondays,

Wednesdays and Fridays at two locations in the city. A 9:15 a.m. session will be held at the playground on Stafford Drive North, and a 6 p.m. session will be held at Adams Park at 13 Street and 9 Avenue North. Call 403393-5590 for more information.

• Swing Bridge Dance Club meets Mondays from 7:30-9:30 p.m. (cancelled on holiday Mondays) at Eagles Hall, 631 13 St., featuring East Coast Swing dance lessons each week; $3 donation. Singles and couples welcome, from beginner to expert level. For more details, call Sheldon at 403393-8566 or email swingbridgeleth@gmail.com.

• The CRADLE, a support group for anorexics, bulimics and their families and friends, meets Mondays (except long weekends), 7 to 8:30 p.m. in Room 2K169 at Chinook Regional Hospital. Details: Debbie, 403-894-3582.

• Coulee Commentators Toastmaster

Club meets Mondays at 7-8:30 p.m. at the Nord-Bridge Seniors Centre (West Community Room), 1904 13 Ave. N. Guests are always welcome to drop in and check out how Toastmasters can help them. For more details, contact Devan MacPherson, DTM (president), 403-331-1984, or Charmaine Bonifacio (VP public relations). For more information, check out the website: https://coulee.toastmastersclubs.org or Facebook page: @couleecommentators.

• Let It Begin With Me Al-Anon family group for people affected by someone else’s drinking meets Mondays, 7:30 p.m., at Central Church of Christ, 716 23 St. N. Details: Alice, 403-320-8340.

• Lethbridge Duplicate Bridge Club invites the public to come play at open events: Monday and Wednesday at 7 p.m.; Thursday and Friday at 1 p.m.; 199er game Tuesday at 7 p.m. with lesson at 6:30. Newcomer game, 0-20,

Friday at 1 p.m. Beginner lessons to resume: Intermediate lesson on Mondays and Beginners on Tuesdays, both from 1-3 p.m. Located at the Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd at 2406 11 Ave. S. For more details, call Chris, 403-327-2222; Myrna, 403-3286072; or Wendy, 403-345-6035 or 403634-3577.

• TOPS AB 672 (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets Mondays at 5:30 p.m. at McKillop United Church, 2329 15 Ave. S. Details: Lorraine, 403-328-8091.

• Lethbridge Food Addicts in

Recovery Anonymous meets Mondays and Wednesdays at 7 p.m. at Chinook Regional Hospital Parkade Meeting Room. Details: Josephine, 403345-4242, or Ron, 403-320-2075.

• Discovering Choices Al-Anon meets Mondays at 7 p.m. at St. Augustine’s Anglican Church, 411 11 St. S. (push open the gate, go back to right-hand building, downstairs). Details: Dee, 403394-0317 or Nelly, 403-308-8417.

• The Lethbridge Family History Centre is open Mondays from 9 a.m.-5

p.m. and Tuesdays, Wednesdays and

Thursdays from 9 a.m.-9 p.m. The centre will be closed Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Mondays of statutory holidays. Located at 1912 10 Ave. S. (downstairs at south door). Everyone interested in finding help in searching for ancestors is welcome to drop in. For more information, call 403-327-6797.

• Nord-Bridge Seniors Centre hosts floor curling every Monday at 10 a.m. and Thursday at 9 a.m. at the centre, 1904 13 Ave. N. Details: phone 403329-3222.

• A free workout group meets Monday and Wednesday at 9:15 a.m. at The Gate church, 522 3 Ave. S. For all ages and levels. For details, call 403-3935590.

• 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 nonmembers.

• Lethbridge Brain Trauma Support Society, for brain injury survivors and their families and friends, meets the first Monday, 7:30 p.m., St. Michael’s Health Centre, 1400 9 Ave. S., Lethbridge, east door entrance. For information, call Connie at 403-752-4951.

• Cancer Buddies, a group for cancer survivors of all ages, meets first Monday to share stories of their journeys. Details: Darren, 403-380-3066 (home), 403-380-8815 (cell).

• Order of the Eastern Star Laurel

Chapter #43 holds its monthly meeting the first Monday at 7:30 p.m. at Masonic Hall in Lethbridge. For further information, call 403-320-1478.

• Days for Girls sewing drop-in takes place the first Monday from 1-3 p.m. at First Baptist Church, 1614 5 Ave. S., west parking lot door. For information, contact Sharon at 403-360-6786.

• Do you have an interest in improving the collection and use of data in the nonprofit sector? CCVO is convening a Stakeholder Roundtable for nonprofit professionals in Lethbridge to help determine sector priorities and develop a roadmap that will serve as a foundation for a provincial data strategy. This will take place Nov. 6 from 1:30-4 p.m. at Volunteer Lethbridge. To register visit Eventbrite and search: Stakeholder Roundtable Lethbridge. For more information contact Diana at 403-3324320 or email diana.sim@volunteerlethbridge.com.

• Seasons Lethbridge, 1730 10 Ave. S. (across from the hospital) will hold a Mini Spa Day Nov. 6 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Come and enjoy a mini massage or mini manicure; all senior rates. Everyone welcome.

• The Upper Victoria Park

Association’s board will present its new, three-year strategic plan, report on highlights from its past year and hold its annual election for its board of directors at its annual general meeting Nov. 6 at 7 p.m. at city hall. A short presentation will be made on the Property Assessed Clean Energy program (PACE) for home owners interested in securing financing for solar, insulation and heating/cooling efficiency upgrades.

• 2019 winter swim lesson

registration for Stan Siwik and Nicholas Sheran Pools will begin Nov. 6 at 9 a.m. Those wishing to book lessons should ensure they have an account created and all of their family members added before Nov. 6. Both account creation and online registration can be accessed by visiting www.lethbridge.ca/swimlessons.

• Downtown City Speakers

Toastmasters Club meets every Tuesday over the lunch hour at City Hall, 3rd floor, Room 333. Guests always welcome and can attend at no charge — all ages and abilities. Free parking in the City Hall parking lot. For more details check out www.downtowncityspeakers.toastmastersclubs.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, 403-329-0661.

• 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 at 7 p.m. and Thursdays at 6 p.m. at 408 13 St. N. (front entrance). For more information call 403-331-0822.

• TOPS #AB 100, Lethbridge meets

Tuesdays in the Lower Fireside Room, Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, 2406 11 Ave. S. Please use the door off the parking lot. Weigh-in time 9:15-9:45 a.m. Meeting 10-11 a.m. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) is a not-for-profit 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 6:459:30 p.m. at the Vimy Ridge Armoury north of the Lethbridge airport, 337 Stubb Ross Road. Details: Capt. B. Look, 403-381-3344 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 403-380-6338 or email lethbridgelegalguidance@telus.net.

• 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.

• 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.; shuffleboard Tuesdays at 7 p.m.; crib on Wednesdays at 7 p.m.; and open crib tournament second Sunday of the month at 1 p.m.

• Craft and Chat takes place every Tuesday from 1-3 p.m. at the Barons Legion. Bring whatever craft you’d like to work on. Cover charge $1.

• Join a weekly Adult ESL Interactive Conversation Cafe class, Tuesdays until

Nov. 13, 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 403-381-7354 or Linda at 403329-6252.

• 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: 403-320-2767.

• 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 meeting is cancelled for Nov 6. The society apologizes for any inconvenience. The next Support Group meeting will take place Dec. 4 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Alzheimer Society, #40, 1202 2 Ave. S. (enter on 12 Street). For more details, phone 403-329-3766. (meets the first Tuesday of each month)

• 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.

• Lethbridge Senior Citizens

Organization will offer a class on “Android Smart Phones and Tablets,”

Wednesdays, Nov. 7 and 14, from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at the LSCO, 500 11 St. S. Class will offer basic information in order to operate your Android Smart Phone or Tablet more efficiently. Fee: $20 for LSCO members, $40 for non-members. Register by Nov. 5. For information or to register, call the LSCO at 403-320-2222 or visit www.lethseniors.com.

• Pottery and Glass Art Christmas

Sale will be held Nov. 8-9 from 10 a.m.9 p.m. and Nov. 10 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at Westminster Community Hall, 411 16 St. N. Free admission. Featuring handcrafts from members of the Oldman River Potters Guild and the Lethbridge Society of Glass Artisans.

• Foremost Theatrical Society presents “Sunday Dinner,” a romantic comedy, with permission from Playwrights Guild,

Nov 8-10. Cocktails at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 6:30, show at 8 p.m. Tickets $42 (by reservation only), available at W. Buis Holdings (403-867-2436). Visa, MasterCard, debit. For more information, call Daphne Johnson, producer, at 403-867-3957.

• Helen Schuler Nature Centre will offer Extreme by Nature, featuring “Archery,” Nov. 9 from 1:30-2:30 p.m. for ages 11-15. Join staff from Lane Archery and learn how to properly shoot a bow. Cost $5. Space is limited; call 403-320-3064 to register.