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• Lethbridge Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous meets Mondays and Wednesdays. Details: Josephine, 587425-3232.

• 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.

• Stay connected with Sunny South Speakers Toastmaster Club in Coaldale. Now meeting via Zoom every Wednesday, 7-8:15 p.m. Guests welcome anytime. Email for link arevallb@shaw.ca or call Barb, 403-405-5038.

• 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.

• Coaldale United Church Thrift Shop (2022 18 St.) is open each Thursday from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., with the exception of being closed Dec. 24 and Dec. 31. Social distancing, sanitizing hands, and wearing a mask or face shield are required. Limit of 15 shoppers in the hall at one time. For now, the only children allowed will be those in carriers or strollers. Most adult and youth clothing at $2, children’s clothing at $1 and baby at 50 cents. Household miscellaneous at reasonable prices. Cash only.

• Barons United Church Thrift Shop , at 113 Main St., Barons, is open, with opening days depending on health guidelines during the COVID-19 pandemic. Mondays Nov. 16-Dec. 28, 4:30-7:30 and every Saturday from Nov. 28-Dec. 19 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Closed Thursdays Dec. 24 and 31. Check out the great deals. Because of the shop’s small size, wearing a mask is mandatory. Clean, gently used donations are greatly appreciated. Call 403-757-2229 or 403-330-6274 to make arrangements or drop in when open.

• Mindful Moments is offered every Saturday (except long weekends) from 11 a.m.-noon at Martha Retreat Centre, 1130 Scenic Drive S., featuring a drop-in session based in Mindfulness teachings that combines a short talk with formal group meditation in silence. No experience is necessary. Facilitator: Cheryl Dick. Freewill offering accepted. Official income tax receipts available upon request.

• The Canadian Yoga Institute is conducting its Toys for Tots Campaign throughout December, offering three types of unlimited passes to CYI’s virtual yoga classes, in exchange for a donation to the local “Toys for Tots” drive. For details or to register, visit the website http://www.canadianyogainstitute.c om/ or contact Lyndsey at 403-3949642 for more information. • Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization will present a Curbside Pick-Up Lunch, “Cabbage Roll Casserole Special,” Dec. 31, featuring cabbage roll casserole, potatoes, veggies and dessert for $10. Scheduled pick-up time between 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. at the northeast door of LSCO (closest to the Administration Office), 500 11 St. S. Must pre-order no later than 3 p.m. the day before by calling 403-320-2222 (limit to first 75 orders). Payment with Visa or Mastercard at time of order or Debit, Visa or Mastercard at time of pickup. Cash accepted if necessary.

• Italian Canadian Club will present a New Year’s Dinner Dec. 31 with drivethru curbside pickup. Pickup between 4 and 6 p.m. at the club, 1511 St. Edward Blvd. Pre-pay by Dec. 29. $30 individual meal. Menu: Chicken Parmesan; Lasagna alla Bolognese; roasted vegetables medley; small tossed salad with herb vinaigrette on the side; garlic bun; Chocolate Pannacotta with raspberry coulis and whipped cream. Add-ons available. Pre-pay with cash, cheque or e-transfer to italianclub@hotmail.ca. Call or text Chef Adam at 403-317-3977 to receive a total amount, arrange payment and choose a pickup time. Prices do not include GST.

Lethbridge Public Library’s Read On Adult Literacy and Learning needs adult volunteers (18+) to tutor adult students. Tutors help adults improve their basic skills to a Grade 9 level, or prepare for Canadian Citizenship or language tests. Join us for online tutor training Jan. 14 and Jan. 15. For more details and to register, visit our website at

www.lethlib.ca. You can also email us at literacyservices@lethlilb.ca or call 403-320-4701.