Community CALENDAR

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• Lethbridge Public Library’s Read On Adult Literacy and Learning classes are now online. Read On offers oneon-one-tutoring and small classes to improve reading, writing, math, computer, listening and speaking skills. Registration for winter programs in now open. Check the program brochure on the Read On page at

www.lethlib.ca/readon. For more information contact us at literacyservices@lethlib.ca or call

403-320-4701.

• Helen Schuler Nature Centre is offering guided one-hour-long field trips for all ages. For field trip topics and details, visit the website at www.lethbridge.ca/Things-ToDo/Nature-Centre/ and click on “Events.” For more information, phone 403-320-3064 or email hsnc@lethbridge.ca. • Lethbridge Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous meets Mondays and Wednesdays.

Details: Josephine, 587-425-3232. • 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 403-3310822.

• 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, 403405-5038. • 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, 403-315-3482. • Coaldale United Church Thrift Shop (2022 18 St.) is open each Thursday from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. 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. 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. • Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization will host a

Curbside Lunch Special Jan. 6 featuring beef stew, potatoes and dessert for $10. Scheduled pickup time between 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at 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. • Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization will host a

Curbside Lunch Special Jan. 8 featuring liver and onions, potatoes and dessert for $10. Scheduled pickup time between 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at 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, 1511 St. Edward Blvd. N., will present its next edition of “Pick Up an Italian Fridays!”

drive-thru curbside pickup dinner Jan. 8, with pickup time between 4 and 6 p.m.

Pre-pay by Wednesday, Jan. 6.

Cost: $16. Menu: Pork cutlet Milanese with rich marsala mushroom cream gravy; garlic mashed potatoes; roasted vegetable medley and fresh baked slice of bread. Add-ons available. Pre-pay with cash, cheque or e-transfer to italianclub@hotmail.ca. Call or text Chef Adam, 403-317-3977, with your order to receive a total amount, arrange payment and choose a pickup time. Prices do not include GST. • Exploring Buddhism will take

place Saturdays starting Jan. 9 from 10:30 a.m.-noon, presented by the Buddhist Temple of Southern Alberta, 470 40 St. S. Come and join us for a virtual Zoom meeting on your computer for Exploring Buddhism. This is a study class to learn the history and fundamentals of Jodo Shinshu Buddhism.

You are welcome to an open and free discussion without judgment. This is open to the public and free of charge. Please contact the Temple office by phone at 403-3271260 to pre-register so we can email the Zoom Meeting link to those interested. Additional information about Jodo Shinshu Buddhism can be found at our website at thebtsa.com.

• Italian Canadian Club, 1511 St. Edward Blvd. N., will present Saturday Special Drive Thru Jan. 9, with curbside pickup between 4 and 6 p.m. Pre-pay by Wednesday,

Jan. 6. Cost: $18. Menu: Roast beef, AAA, dry-rubbed and roasted, red wine gravy, cooked medium rare to medium and sliced thin; olive oil & herb-roasted potatoes; roasted cauliflower with garlic, parmesan and peas; mini Yorkshire pudding and horseradish. Add-ons available. Pre-pay with cash, cheque or e-transfer to italianclub@hotmail.ca. Call or text Chef Adam, 403-3173977, with your order to receive a total, arrange payment and choose a pickup time. Prices do not include GST.

• Martha Retreat Centre will offer Six Degrees of Meditation Wednesdays from Jan. 13-Feb. 24, 7-8:30 p.m. This six-week program explores the six degrees of meditation. The course will explore the topics of Leadership, Resilience, Present Moment, Courage, Creativity and Gratitude and how they all connect back to meditation and mindfulness. Exploring the six degrees of meditation and the whispers of insight Meditation offers. Meditation is the acquaintance link to awareness and insight. No study on Feb. 3. Facilitator: Hailey Pinksen. Cost $65. For more information or to register contact the Martha Retreat Centre website martharetreatcentre.ca, email to admin@martharetreatcentre.ca or call 403 3283422.

• 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.