TOWNSHIPS’ CRIER
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
Men’s general meeting, A.N.A.F. Unit 318, Wednesday, May 23 at 7 p.m. on the main floor.
NEWPORT, VT
Osher Lifelong Learning Lecture series, Spring 2018. Wednesday, May 23: Michael Atkinson, Emeritus Professor, presents “English and Comparative Literature Transformation” 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.
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.
RICHMOND
Free Workshop for Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregivers: Tips and Tricks for Understanding and Improving Care at Home. Tuesday, May 29, 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Wales Home (506 Route 243 North, Cleveland). Registration required: 819566-5717.
LENNOXVILLE
Uplands Cultural and Heritage Centre presents Souffle du vent from May 6 to July 8, 2018. The exhibit showcases the works of two artists living in the Eastern Townships, Lucie St-jean & Mary Cartmel, who express themselves through painting and sculpture. Lucie St-jean works imperfect lines that reflect freedom and seek to immortalize the wind and make it appear in her paintings. Mary Cartmel is intrigued by the contrast between the hardness and mass of the stone versus the delicate lightness and movement of birds. She represents them in the contemplative repose, lifting into flight, or landing to rest. Uplands, 9 Speid Street, Borough of Lennoxville is open Wednesday to Sunday from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. (closed on holidays).
LENNOXVILLE
Haiku Canada Conference at Bishops University. Everyone is welcome to the Friday night opening which features presentations on Townships poets. 7 p.m., Friday, May 18 at Bandeen Hall, Bishop’s University. 7: Welcome - Terry Ann Carter, Claudia Coutu Radmore. 7:10: Haiku and the “Eastern” Townships - Philip Lanthier. 7:30 - Haiku by Ian Tait - presentation on his newly-published posthumous book - Jan Draper. 8: Launch of Gift of Silence: A Haiku Tribute to Leonard Cohen - Angela Leuck, Mike Montreuil. 8:30: Launch of Haiku Canada Anthology - Marco Fraticelli, Philomene Kocher. For more information about Ian Tait’s book, call 819-8421940. For information about the conference go to http://www.haikucanada.org/conferences/conferences.php ?style=1&page=4000
LENNOXVILLE
Bravehearts Relay for Life Fundraiser Mechoui on Saturday, May 26, 5:30 p.m., at The Hut, 300 St. Francis Street, Sherbrooke (Lennoxville). Admission charged. Ticket Prices: adult $20, child (9-12) $10, child (6-8) $5, children 5 and under eat free. Tickets available at the Hut 819- 346-9122. Must have a ticket. For information contact Andrea Morin 819-345-4276 or Cheryl Porter 819-5697191.
STANSTEAD
Celebration of Life Jamboree for wellknown country western musician Gordie Smith on Saturday, May 26, 1 p.m., at the Stanstead Legion. There will be at least 9 bands playing. All bands and musicians welcome. Admission charged. Hamburgers and hot dogs will be served. Everyone welcome.
BURY
The members of the Bury United Cultural Center invite you to their 3 spring 500 card parties at the center on Monday afternoons, May 28, June 4 and June 11, at 2 p,m. Admission is charged. There will be the usual great lunch, prizes and good company. We hope to see you there.
RICHMOND
Upcoming events at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #15, 235 College St. North. Friday, May 18 we will be hosting Country Folklorique with Raynald et ses Musiciens. (1- 5 p.m.). Admission charged. Mother’s Day Brunch on Sunday, May 20 from 9 a.m. until noon. Admission charged at the door and half price for children under 12 yrs. The Sunday afternoon Country Music Jamboree + Karokee originally scheduled for Sunday, May 20 has been cancelled. Hope to see you next time.
BULWER
500 card parties at the Bulwer Community Center, Jordan Hill Road, on Thursdays, May 24 and June 7, at 1:30 p.m. Admission for cards and lunch with prizes following the card games.
BURY
CHEP Video Conference: Osteoporosis An Update. Wednesday, May 23, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Eaton Valley Community Learning Centre (Pope Memorial Elementary School), 523 Stokes, Bury. Free to join; no reservation required.
RICHMOND
CHEP Video Conference: Osteoporosis – An Update. Wednesday, May 23, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Richmond Regional High School Community Learning Centre (375 Armstrong, Richmond). Free to join; no reservation required.
HATLEY
A special church service at Hatley United Church, 57 Main Street, Hatley, on Sunday, May 20 at 9:30 a.m. Guest speaker: Janet Wiseman of the United Church of Newport, VT. Come and hear the ringing of the handbells by Janet and members of the handbell choir!
AYER’S CLIFF
Come see what’s at our Spring Rummage & Bake Sale at St. George’s Church, 1002 Main St., Ayer’s Cliff on Saturday, June 2, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fresh baked goods, lots of clothes, household items, sports equipment and much more. Sponsored by St. George’s Anglican Church.