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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
The annual Summer Market of The Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW), Sherbrooke and District, will be held in the Scott Hall of the Lennoxville United Church, 6 Church St., Friday, August 24 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday, August 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be a giant book sale, a Penny Sale and a Silent Auction; items will range from books, CDS, gift certificates, baked goods, jams and more. This is CFUW’S main annual fundraiser. All money raised supports scholarships and bursaries for local students as well as our annual Public speaking contest.
WATERVILLE
Annual general assembly of the Compton-stanstead Federal Liberal Riding Association on August 26 at 11 a.m. followed by a free BBQ and corn roast with M.P. Marie-claude Bibeau from noon to 2 p.m. at the Waterville Golf Club. All are welcome! Information: 1-873-200-9376.
TRENHOLM
Trenholm United Church. Come and join us in worship and fellowship on Sunday, August 26 at 11:00 a.m. The service will be followed by our annual Steward’s BBQ. Hot dogs, corn on the cob, pot-luck salads and desserts, as well as refreshments will be provided. Just bring your lawn chair!
BISHOPTON
Bishopton United Church service 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, August 26 with Rev. Spires. Important meeting following service to discuss the future of the church. Members urged to attend.
LENNOXVILLE
Lennoxville and District Community Aid is inviting seniors and their families to a presentation on ticks by Dr. Jade Savage, Professor of Biological Sciences at Bishop’s University. Dr. Savage will discuss the changing distribution of tick species, how some tick species can have an influence on human health, and new methods to monitor the presence of ticks in Canada. The presentation will take place on August 30 from 2 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 256 Queen St., Lennoxville. Free admission. For more information, please call Community Aid at 819-8214779.
LENNOXVILLE
St. George’s Parish Guild and Evening ACW invite one and all to visit the Lennoxville Quilters’ annual Quilt Show taking place in St George’s Church Hall. Friday, September 7, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday, September 8, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy muffins, cookies, tea, coffee and juice. Lots of door prizes. Admission charged. Hope to see you all there!
MAGOG
Benefit Car Wash on Saturday, August 25 from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at St. Paul’s United Church, 211 rue des Pins, Magog. Hot dogs, chips and juice will be on sale. Raising funds to help our neighbours in need.
CANTON DE HATLEY
The Last Supper by Kevin Whitaker. Opening/vernissage Saturday, August 25, 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Gillygooly Gallery, 96 Hatley Centre Road, Canton de Hatley. Proceeds will be donated to Parkinson’s Research. On Show August 26, 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Visits available by appointment up until Labour Day. Contact Marie Moliner 657-960-6819 or mariemoliner88@gamil.com