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TOWNSHIPS
If you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, we can help. Call Alcoholics Anonymous 1-888-4242975, www.aa.org
NORTH HATLEY/LENNOXVILLE
The final concerts of the Estria Quintet’s season will take place on Saturday, April 28 (at St. Elizabeth’s Church in North Hatley) and Sunday, April 29 (at the Uplands Cultural and Heritage Centre in Sherbrooke) at 3 p.m., with two great works for piano and winds (oboe, clarinet, french horn and bassoon) by composers Mozart and Beethoven. On this occasion, the pianist Tristan Longval-gagné will be featured, along with four excellent wind instrumentalists: Étienne de Médicis (oboe); Pauline Farrugia (clarinet); Maude Lussier (french horn); and Mary Chalk (bassoon). Admission charged for the concert plus afternoon tea (tea available only at Uplands and reservations are mandatory). Contact 819-842-1072 or estria@cgocable.ca to reserve or for more information. Estria thanks Le Conseil des Arts et des Lettres du Québec for their generous support.
LENNOXVILLE
The John Luce Memorial Dart and Pool Tournament is back at the A.N.A.F. Unit 318 “The Hut”, 300 St. Francis Street, Lennoxville on Saturday, April 7 starting at 1 p.m. This year’s proceeds are going to 1st Lennoxville Scouts. The canteen will be open. Entertainment with Black Dog starting at 8:30 p.m.
MONTREAL
Brain cancer: latest research advances and new treatment strategies, presented by The Rosalind and Morris Goodman Cancer Research Centre, Mcgill University. The third in a free four-part public lecture series entitled, Understanding cancer research and current treatments: Empowerment through knowledge, will focus on updates in brain cancer. Leading researchers and clinicians will discuss the latest treatments and research, including a patient testimonial. April 11, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at the Mcintyre Medical Building, 1200 Pine Avenue West, 6th floor, Palmer Theatre, Montreal. Registration: mcgillgcrc.com/events/public-forum.
AYER’S CLIFF
English Grief Support Group. If you are grieving the loss of a loved one, L’envolée (Palliative care volunteers) will be offering a free 10-week support workshop. This will take place in Ayer’s Cliff beginning in April. A maximum of 10 participants will be accepted. Hosted by Claudie Séguin, Lorraine Holt and Liette Compagna. For more information call Lorraine 819-868-8641.
LENNOXVILLE
The Lennoxville and District Community Aid will be holding a Blood Pressure clinic on Tuesday, April 10 at 164 Queen Street, Suite #104, from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
WATERVILLE
The Lennoxville and District Community Aid will be holding Blood Pressure clinic on Tuesday, April 10 at the Town Hall from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
NORTH HATLEY
The Lennoxville and District Community Aid will be holding a Blood Pressure clinic on Friday, April 6 at the Library, 165 Main St. North, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
LENNOXVILLE
Cribbage Tournament to be held at the A.N.A.F. Unit #318 “The Hut,” 300 St. Francis, Lennoxville on Thursday, April 5. Registration at 7 p.m. Profits to go to the Breakfast Program at L.E.S. Everyone welcome, bring your partner.
LENNOXVILLE
You are cordially invited to join us at 10 a.m. on Sunday, May 6 for our annual “Service of Hope and Inspiration” to be held at the Lennoxville United Church, 6 Church Street, Sherbrooke (borough of Lennoxville) when we will honour family members and friends whose lives have been affected by, or lost to, a lifethreatening illness such as cancer. If you wish to join us in honouring your loved one with a floral tribute please call Frankie Noble (819-842-1035) between April 2 and April 25 or simply join us on May 6 and be inspired. Proceeds of sales of flowers will be shared between La Maison Aube Lumière and Leucan (Shaved Head Project).
LENNOXVILLE
Prom Fairies Family Bingo on Sunday, April 8. Noon: Opening of the canteen, spinning wheel, Fairy Drop and bottle caps games. 1:30 p.m. sharp: Bingo starts with paper cards being used, so please bring your dabbers. Adult and child winner each game. Location: Alexander Galt Regional High School, 1700 College Street, Sherbrooke (Lennoxville)
LENNOXVILLE
11th annual dart tournament for the benefit of the Breast Cancer Society on Saturday, April 14 at the Old Lennoxville Golf Club. Starts at 1 p.m. Mixed doubles (bring your own partner). 5 games 301. For information: Mary Dezan 819-8232600. Everyone welcome.
AYER’S CLIFF
Roast Turkey Supper on Saturday, April 14 at Beulah United Church, 967 Main St., Ayer’s Cliff. Come and enjoy a delicious meal of roast turkey, homemade stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravy, peas and carrots, cranberry sauce, bread, tomato juice, coffee and tea and a slice of pie for dessert. Settings at 5 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Reservations only so please call Dean Young 819-838-5815 or Wendell Cass 819-846-7180 to reserve your tickets. Everyone welcome! Thank you to everyone for your continued support of Beulah United Church.