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• Seasons Lethbridge, 1730 10 Ave. S. (across from the hospital), will host entertainment by The Music Makers Nov. 22 at 2 p.m. Everyone welcome.

• University of Lethbridge presents PUBlic Professor, featuring “A Devil-MayCare Sort of Swagger: A Case for Remembering Canada in the Boer War,”

Nov. 22, 7-9 p.m. at the Sandman Signature Lethbridge Lodge, 320 Scenic Dr. S. Amy Shaw, a Canadian Studies professor, will discuss why Canadians, by and large, don’t remember Canada’s participation in the Second Anglo-Boer War from 1899 to 1902.

• Open Mic Poetry will take place Nov. 22 from 7-9 p.m. at the Owl Acoustic Lounge, 411 3 Ave. S., with host Teri Petz. Free admission; showcasing local talents. Poets, bring your poems. For more info: https://www.facebook.com/Lethbridg e-Poetry-276370996264247. • University of Lethbridge presents U of L Wind Orchestra pre-tour concert Nov.

22 at 7:30 p.m. at the University Theatre, W500. Before the U of L Wind Orchestra and members of Global Drums attend the Chiayi City International Band Festival from Dec. 1420 in Taiwan, they’ll give southern Albertans a chance to see their world-class performance.

• 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, 403381-0756, 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, 403315-3482. • 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.

• 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. • Ss Peter & Paul UCWLC Ladies are hosting a Pampered Chef Fundraiser Nov.

23 at 6:30 p.m. at 643 12B St. N. Proceeds go towards hall renovations. Taste samples prepared using Pampered Chef products. Great Christmas gift ideas. Online ordering also available at https://pamperedchef.ca/party/church fundraiser2018.

• University of Lethbridge presents Student Pixel Exhibition 2018 — Disconnection, Nov. 23, 6 p.m., to Nov.

26, 4 p.m. at the Penny Gallery, Dr. Foster James Penny Building, 324 5 St. S. This annual student show features a broad array of digital works, including digital art, short animations, digital fabrication, photography and programs. This year’s theme is disconnection. Opening reception goes from 6 to 8 p.m. At 8 p.m., LAMPS, one of southern Alberta’s premier amateur short film festivals, gets underway, showcasing short films from students and local artists. • Christmas Craft Show will take place Nov. 23 from 5-9 p.m. and Nov. 24 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at All Saints Parish Hall Assumption Church, 2405 12 Ave. S. $1 entrance fee with complimentary coffee and juice. More than 20 tables of local home-based vendors. Are you a local home-based business? Do you have homemade crafts for sale? We could use you to sell your wares at our show. For more information contact Shelley at 403308-5925 or Cyndi at 403-308-3371.

• Rehoboth Christian Ministries and The Sunshine Auxiliary will host their annual Pancake Breakfast & Poinsettia Sale Nov. 24 at the Rehoboth Greenhouses in Coaldale. Breakfast from from 8-11 a.m.; shopping until noon. New this year: children’s crafts, face painting and cupcake decorating while you shop. Cost for breakfast and the children’s event is by donation. Directions: Go 1 km north on Hwy. 845 from the main traffic lights on Hwy. 3 (look for the big green roof). For more information, call 403-345-5199, ask for Sigrid. • Shaughnessy Community Centre will hold its monthly Pancake Breakfast (cost $5) Nov. 24 from 8-11 a.m. Secondhand Treasures rooms will be open.

• University of Lethbridge presents “Masculinity and Advocacy for Reproductive Health in Kenya,” Nov. 24, 10-11:30 a.m. at PB210, Dr. Foster James Penny Building, 324 5 St. S. Jacklyne Cheruiyot, a master of arts candidate in the Department of Women & Gender Studies, will discuss her research into masculinity and how it affects reproductive health in Kenya. • Christmas Tea and Bazaar will be

held Nov. 24 from 2-4 p.m. at Southminster United Church, 1011 4 Ave S. (enter by 11 Street doors). Featuring finger sandwiches and dainties presented on fine china amid a beautiful festive setting. Also baking, crafts, jewelry, attic treasures and Christmas surprises. Tickets $10, available at the door. • The Coaldale Public Library Friends Society will hold its 6th Annual Handmade For Christmas Craft and Bake Sale Nov. 24 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Coaldale Public Library, 2014 18th St. in Coaldale. A book sale will also take place in the library basement. Free admission. • Coaldale United Church Thrift Shop (2022 18 St.) will have a special preChristmas opening Nov. 24 from 9 a.m.– 3 p.m. Featuring a table with home baking, as well as jars of carrot pudding and soup mix (great for gift giving) as well. Come and browse. Most clothing/shoes at $2. Household miscellaneous at very reasonable prices — Christmas items, bedding, tablecloths, curtains, kitchen items, books, fine china, jewelry, collectibles and much more. Cash only. Thrift shop operates as a service to the community. • Helen Schuler Nature Centre’s Junior Naturalists program for ages 6-10 will continue Nov. 24 from 10 a.m.-noon, taking place offsite at Pavan Park. Adults must sign children in and pick them up promptly at noon. • Helen Schuler Nature Centre will host Extreme By Nature (ages 11-15) Nov. 24 from 1:30-3:30 p.m., featuring “Green Wrapping.” Join Allyson Racz from the City’s Waste & Recycling department and learn how you can reduce waste by upcycling packaging for gifts. Free program; call to register, 403-320-3064. • Sunny South Lodge Tea, Fashion Show and Craft Sale will be held Nov. 24 from 2-4 p.m. at the Sunny South Lodge, 1112 20 Ave. in Coaldale. Cost $5. Door prizes and raffle. Fashions from Coaldale Ladies Wear. • The PAW Society will hold its annual Bake Sale and Santa PAWs Party Nov. 24 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the HUT, 9 Avenue and 10 Street South. There will be baking and cat-themed gifts for sale, and goodies and beverages to enjoy with the PAW volunteers. Donations of baking will be gratefully accepted from 9 a.m. until noon. • St. Augustine’s Church will host a Coffee Party Nov. 24 from 9 a.m.-noon at the church, 11 Street and 4 Avenue South. Featuring a bake table, white elephant table with gently used books, scarves, handbags, etch. Cost: $5 per person, $2 for age 6-12, free for under 6. Sponsored by Anglican Church Women.

• Southern Accord Chorus will celebrate 20 years of female barbershop performing with its November show, “Heart And Soul — a Night of A Capella Harmony,” Nov. 24 at 7 p.m. at College Drive Community Church, 2710 College Dr. S. Special guests LCI Singers directed by Karen Hudson and Sass-Eh. $20 per person (kids 12 and under free). Tickets available at Casa, 230 8 St. S., or from any chorus member. • The Ladies Auxiliary to the Royal Canadian Legion will hold their annual

Christmas Tea Nov. 24 from 1-2:30 p.m. at the Legion Hall, 324 Mayor Magrath Drive S. (north door). There will be a $5 charge at the entrance. The ladies will have a white elephant table, bake table (bring anything you like to bake for us to sell). Door prizes to be given away and lots of raffles. • South Country Jamboree Society will hold a jam session Nov. 25 at 1 p.m. at Lethbridge Legion Memorial Hall. Meals may be ordered at 3 p.m. • The German Canadian Club of Lethbridge, 902 6 St. N., will present A German Dinner Night Nov. 26, featuring delicious German cuisine. Doors open at 4:30 p.m., takeouts at 5 p.m., dinner at 5:30 p.m. Cost is $20. For information and tickets, call 403-320-1689 (ext 3).