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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
LENNOXVILLE
Mother’s Day Brunch at the A.N.A.F. Unit 318, 300 St. Francis, Lennoxville on Sunday, May 13 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Come enjoy eggs, pancakes, bacon, sausages, ham, potatoes, baked beans and much more. All welcome. Info: 819346-9122.
NEWPORT, VT
Osher Lifelong Learning Lecture series, Spring 2018. Wednesday, May 16: Daniel Miller, PH.D. Bishops University presents “Persia Resurgent: The Islamist Triumph in Iran” from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the Hebard State Office Building in downtown Newport, 2nd floor conference room. Admission charged. Beverage and conversation to follow. More info? www.learn.uvm.edu/osher or Suzi at 802-673-9499.
BULWER
The 500 card parties will be underway again at the Bulwer Community Center, Jordan Hill Road, on Thursday, May 10, 24 and June 7 at 1:30 p.m. Admission for cards and lunch with prizes following the card games.
STANSTEAD
Mother’s Day coffee party on Saturday, May 12, 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., at Christ Church Hall, 548 Dufferin. Sales tables, crafts, attic treasures, homemade goodies. Join us for coffee and treats. Free drawing for Mother’s Day cake. Everyone welcome. Thrift Shoppe also open.
RICHMOND
Upcoming events at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #15, 235 College St. North. There will be a Cribbage Tournament on Saturday, May 12 at 1 p.m. Come and join in the fun. Entry fee charged at door. We will also be holding our Legion Brunch on Sunday, May 20 from 9 a.m. until noon. Admission charged and half price for children under 12 yrs. Beginning Friday, May 11 we will be hosting Country Folklorique with Raynald et ses Musiciens. (1- 5 p.m.). This activity will continue for the next 4 weeks and we hope to make this a regular activity, if there is enough interest. Admission charged. We will be holding a Sunday afternoon Country Music Jamboree + Karokee on Sunday, May 20 from 1- 6 p.m. An assortment of musicians will be participating. There is no admission charge – a donation would be appreciated. Everyone is welcome!
NORTH HATLEY
The Memphremagog Community Learning Centre is hosting a fundraiser on Friday, June 1, 8 p.m., at the Piggery Theatre in North Haltey. Back by popular demand, Ray Seguin “The Country Stranger” will be singing traditional country music. Each ticket we sell will benefit our group, call Christine 819847-2769 or Patsy 819-843-7687.
BROOKBURY
There will be a Pot-luck Supper and Silent Auction on Saturday, May 12 at 5:30 p.m. This will take place at the Centre Communautaire de Brookbury (former Brookbury Hall) at 571 Route 255. The annual general meeting will follow the supper. Everyone is welcome.
BISHOPTON
Bishopton United Church, 54 Main Street, service at 2:30 p.m. on Mother’s Day. Wear your old clothes, bring a shovel and a container of water to help build our Labyrinth.
LENNOXVILLE
Alexander Galt Regional High School will hold its Spring Concert on Friday, May 11 in the Alexander Galt Auditorium starting at 7 p.m. Performing will be Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Bands, along with pianists and singers. There is no entrance fee, but donations are accepted.
BULWER
The Bulwer Branch of the Quebec Farmers’ Association will meet at the Bulwer Community Centre on Thursday, May 10 at 8 p.m. Pot-luck lunch. Everyone welcome.
SOUTH DURHAM
Mother’s Day Service at South Durham United Church on Sunday, May 13 at 9:15 a.m. Tracey Badger will be leading the worship service. Everyone welcome.
BURY
Health Link: You and Your Pharmacist. Wednesday, May 16, 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Armoury Community Centre, 563 Main, Bury. Lunch – donation (must reserve). To reserve, call Kim Fessenden at 819872-3771, ext. 2.
RICHMOND
Everyone is invited to the Richmond County Historical Society Museum, 1161 Route 243, Melbourne Township. The theme this year is heritage music and you will discover some fascinating oldtime musical instruments and displays. The museum will be open for 8 weeks starting June 20 on Wednesday to Sunday afternoons from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.. Several events are planned with musical entertainment, beginning with the Opening Tea on Sunday, May 27 at the Museum from 1p.m. to 3 p.m. During the Tea, Julie Miller will play her harp. The annual general meeting follows at 3 p.m. with nominations for Directors and reports being presented. On Sundays in July, there will be musicians to entertain visitors from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. The annual Ice Cream Social will take place on Sunday, June 17 and the Lawn Party will occur on Sunday, August 25. Please mark your calendars and plan to attend.
EATON CORNER
The Board of Directors invites you to the annual general meeting of the Eaton Corner Museum on Friday, May 11, 2018 at 7:00 p.m., 374 Route 253. For members and other interested persons. Find out what our volunteer Board has accomplished in the last year, and what we plan for the future. Business meeting includes election of Board members. Refreshments served.