Too good to miss
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VOLUNTEERS
Mission Thrift Store, looking for people who can volunteer from Monday to Saturday as cashiers, furniture movers, sorters and floor people. 383-0004
Hamilton Literacy Council is looking for volunteer tutors to teach English-speaking adults basic reading, writing and math. Next orientation: April 9, 1 or 5 p.m. (please register in advance). Two-day certified training workshop: April 20 and 27, 9 to 4 p.m. Register: 529-9907 or info@hamiltonreads.ca. website: hamiltonreads.ca
Volunteers needed for Seniors Outreach Program, shopping in Burlington helping seniors on and off the bus and helping with their grocery shopping and providing social interaction. Fortinos, 1059 Plains Rd. 528-5629
Volunteers needed, visiting, tuck shop, portering residents to spiritual services, adult day program assistant, therapeutic recreation assistant, meal companion. St. Joseph’s Villa, 56 Governor’s Rd., Dundas. 627-3541 ext. 2325
VON Hamilton volunteer opportunities for people who wish to deliver meals, provide rides to seniors for medical appointments or visit with seniors and adults with disabilities in their homes to brighten their days. If you have a couple of hours per week to spend with someone, contact 529-0700 ext. 2251.
Lady Hamilton Club needs volunteers to promote Hamilton at the Visitor Centre, 28 James St. N. Register at ladyhamiltonclub.com. YWCA Good Beginnings is looking for volunteers. Mother and infant volunteer assistance program provides residents of Hamilton and surrounding area with free in-home support for mothers who experience challenges adjusting after giving birth, feel overwhelmed or are at risk of postpartum depression. Call 522-9922, ext. 310.
SELF-HELP/WELLNESS
Carbohydrates, March 20, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. St. Joseph’s Ambulatory Centre, 2757 King St. E. Everything you wanted to know about carbohydrates and more. 573-4819 Community Volunteer Income Tax Program, March 20, 6 to 8 p.m. Orchard Park Secondary School, cafeteria, 200 Dewitt Rd., Stoney Creek. Free income tax preparation of filing for eligible low-income families. Register by March 19. 664-7285
Support After Suicide, March 20, 7 p.m. Kitching, Steepe and Ludwig Family Centre, 146 Mill St. N., Flamborough. Drop-in support open to all adult survivors of suicide looking to find out about additional resources to receive ongoing support. 689-4852
Friends in Grief, March 21, 6:30 p.m. The village of Wentworth Heights, 1620 Upper Wentworth St. Weekly drop-in discussion, loneliness of grief, grief and isolation. 318-0059
Cutting Back on Sodium, March 21, 1 to 3 p.m. St. Joseph’s Ambulatory Centre, 2757 King St. E. Diabetes program. Register by March 16. 573-4819
Canadian Calorie Counters provides education and support in weight loss and management, Wednesdays, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Linden Park Church, 484 East 16th St. 519-647-2992.
Canadian Calorie Counters, Mondays, 1 to 2 p.m. Millgrove United Church, 370 5th Concession W., Flamborough. Support to those looking to lose extra pounds. 289237-5381
St. James Anglican Church Community Coat Drive, now to March 18, 2018. Clean coats, boots and sweaters wanted for men, women and children in need in the Hamilton area. Deliver to St. James Anglican Church, 137 Melville St., Dundas. Tuesday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon. 627-1424
Al-Anon and Alateen Hamilton and Burlington, help for anyone whose life is, or has been, affected by someone else's drinking. Call 522-1733, visit alanonhamiltonburlington.ca.
Nar-Anon, family support group, never alone-hope in Hamilton, Mondays, 7 p.m., except holidays. HARRRP Community Centre, St.
Peters, 705 Main St. E. St. Clair entrance, lower level.
TOPS, Take Off Pounds Sensibly, Wednesdays, 9 a.m. St. Stephen-on-the-Mount Church, 625 Concession St. Call Diana 388-6335 or Joanne 574-8318
MEETINGS
United Empire Loyalists’ Association of Canada, Hamilton Branch, March 22, 7:30 p.m. St. Matthew on-the-Plains Anglican Church, 126 Plains Rd., Burlington. Speaker: Cheryl Cooper, War of 1812 and the Age of Sail.
WISE (British) Genealogy Group, March 20, 7 p.m. Irish Canadian Club of Hamilton, 389 Concession St. Find out more about your British ancestors, share your family history. 289-775-5330
Flamborough Horticultural Society, March 21, 7 p.m. St. Thomas the Apostle Parish Hall, 715 Centre Rd., Waterdown. Speaker: Brenda Van Ryswyk, Gardening for the bees, butterflies and birds. 6896722
Winona Horticultural Society, March 21, 7:30 p.m. St. John’s Anglican Church, 1285 Hwy. 8, Stoney Creek. Speaker: Sommelier Amy Taylor, wonderful world of tea, includes tasting of five teas. Wheelchair accessible.
Women as Career Coaches, March 22, 5:15 to 9 p.m. Burlington Convention Centre, 1120 Burloak Dr. Visit hiec.on.ca/macc.
Steeltown Toastmasters Open House, March 21, 7 p.m. Sackville Hill Seniors Recreation Centre, 780 Upper Wentworth St. 537-3744 Valley Town Toastmasters, March 22, 7 p.m. Dundas Town Hall, lower level, 60 Main St., Dundas. Topic: World Water Day. valleytowntoastmasters.com
First Waterdown Toastmasters, Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. Grace Anglican Church, 157 Mill St. N., Waterdown. Open to the public. Attend your first three meetings for free. Visit waterdowntoastmasters.com.
FUN TIMES
Pub Night, March 16, 5 to 8:30 p.m. Hamilton Air Force Association, 128 King St. E., Dundas. Entertainment: Mike Woods, wings and fries $12. 628-6697
Rockton Women’s Institute Euchre, March 22, 7:30 p.m. Beverly Township Hall, Rockton. Admission: $3, lunch and prizes. 628-2157 St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, 11 a.m. The Wing, 447 Wing RCAF Association, 3210 Homestead Dr., Mount Hope. Green beer, corned beef and cabbage, Irish music by Brad Bell. 296-4578
Travelling Beer Bellies Band, March 16, 8 p.m. 447 Wing, 3210 Homestead Dr., Hamilton. 2964578
Reflections Band, dance March 17, 3 to 7 p.m. RHLI Veteran’s Association, 1353 Barton St. E. Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Food available. 289260-7635
St. Patrick’s Day Dance and Pub Night, March 17, 7:30 p.m. Branch 163 Legion, 435 Limeridge Rd. E. Tickets: $20, includes pub style buffet 9:45 p.m. 387-4515 Celebrate the Wearing of the Green St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, 7:30 p.m. Dundas Legion, 280 King
St. W. 627-7221
Sound Minds Band, St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, 8 p.m. Branch 551 Legion, Waterdown, 79 Hamilton St. N., Flamborough. 690-0723 John Demarchi, dance, March 17, 7:30 p.m. Club Room, Branch 163 Legion, 435 Limeridge Rd. E. 3874515
Hamilton Old Tyme Fiddle Club, March 21, 1 p.m. Faith Lutheran Church, 1907 King St. E. Bring instruments, fiddles and singing voices. 549-1806
Euchre, Thursdays, 1 to 4 p.m. Hester Street Arena. Barb: 3885075
Shuffleboard, Wednesdays 1 to 4 p.m. Hester Street Arena. Roy: 389-3982.
Stitch and Chatter, Tuesdays, 10 a.m. St. James United Church, parlour, 306 Parkside Dr., Waterdown. Bring your crocheting, knitting, smocking, embroidery or just come and have coffee and chat with others. 689-6223
Euchre, Fridays, 7:30 p.m. Freelton United Church, 155 Freelton Rd., Flamborough. Cost $3. Coffee and snacks. 659-3380
Euchre and Games, Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. Westover Women’s Institute, 1357 Concession 6 W., Flamborough. Enjoy a light lunch. 659-5144 Tai Chi My Style, March 18, 10 a.m. to noon, 947 Rymal Rd. E. Free, easy flowing and practical at your own pace. Sundays, rain or shine. 5277255
Karaoke with Dorrie, Saturdays, 8 p.m.; live entertainment 2 to 5 p.m. Saturdays; Stoney Creek Jammers 6:30 p.m. Main Hall Tuesdays. Branch 622, Legion, 12 King St. E., Stoney Creek. 662-4171
GOOD FOOD
Irish Stew Dinner, March 16, 6:30 p.m. Wesley United Church, 651 Hwy. 8, Stoney Creek. Enjoy a stew dinner with all the fixings. 6627227
Irish Stew Dinner, March 17, 5 p.m. Freelton United Church, 155 Freelton Rd., Flamborough. Tickets $12, children under 12, $6. Two sittings, 5 and 6:30 p.m. 659-3033
Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner, March 17, 6 p.m. Stoney Creek Legion, 12 King St. E. Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with an Irish dinner followed by entertainment by Lionel Bernard. $25, dance only $10. 662-4171
St. Patrick’s Day Supper, March 17, 6 p.m. Millgrove United Church, 3760 Concession 5 W., Flamborough. Shepherd’s pie, green beans, corn rolls, desserts. Tickets: $20, children six and under free. Tickets: 689-8617
St. Patrick’s Irish Dinner and live Celtic Music, March 18, 5:30 p.m. St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 715 Centre Rd., Waterdown. Family-friendly. Tickets: $25. Show only $10 tickets: 689-4857
St. Patrick’s Day Dinner and entertainment, March 17, 5 p.m. St. John’s Anglican Church, Great Hall, 272 Wilson St. E., Ancaster. Irish beef stew dinner, live entertainment. $25 pp. 648-2353
Irish Supper, March 23, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Sheffield United Church, 1283 Old Hwy. 3, Flamborough. Irish Stew and soda bread. Donations to the Canadian Foodgrains Bank appreciated.
Lenten Lunch, March 21, noon to 1 p.m. St. Paul’s United Church, 29 Park St., Dundas. Bowl of soup and short worship service on a Lenten theme. Free-will donations to St. Joseph’s Hospice and Routes Youth Centre.
Community Gathering Lunch, March 21, noon to 2 p.m. South Gate Presbyterian Church, 120 Clarendon Ave. Food, fun and fellowship. 385-7444
Community Lunch, March 21, noon to 1 p.m. Church of the Resurrection, 435 Mohawk Rd. W. Delicious and nutritious lunch served Wednesdays. Donations appreciated.
Fish Fry, March 16, 4 to 7 p.m. Jan. 19, Branch 622 Legion, 12 King St. E., Stoney Creek. $11, chicken strips available one-piece dinner $9, dessert $2 extra. 662-4171
Fish Fry, Fridays, 4 to 7 p.m. $5.75 to $10. Branch 163 Legion, 435 Limeridge Rd. Karaoke with Annette, 7:30 p.m. 387-4515
Fish and Chips, March 16 4 to 7 p.m. Branch 58 Legion, 1180 Barton St. E. $9 Haddock, fries, coleslaw, beverage, $9. 544-6385
SALES AND MORE
Penny Sale, March 17, 10:30 a.m. Binbrook United Church, 2617 Binbrook Rd. E. Order of the Eastern Star, includes door prizes, grocery draw and more. Draw 12:30 p.m. Penny Sale, March 17, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Eastmount Community Centre, 115 East 26th St. Tickets: $2. Proceeds toward Lunch Kit Outreach.
Pysanka Bingo, raffles, door prizes, bake table, coffee/desserts and more, March 21, 7 to 9 p.m. St. Vladimir Cathedral Parish Hall, 855 Barton St. E. Admission: $5
MISCELLANEOUS
Retired Women Teachers of Ontario Hamilton-Wentworth Branch, March 21, 1 to 3 p.m. Emmanuel United Church, 871 Upper Ottawa St. Fun, desserts, bridge, euchre and more. 527-5756
Free Workshop, March 20, 9:30 to 11 a.m. Immanuel Christian Reformed Church, 61 Mohawk Rd. W. Make-and-take your own laundry soap at the Soap Kitchen. All supplies provided. 385-0662
JUNIOR DATEBOOK
St. Patrick’s Day Craft, March 17, 10 to 11 a.m. Terryberry library, 100 Mohawk Rd. W. Ages four to 12, supplies provided. 546-3921 March Break Unplugged, March 16 to 19, noon to 4 p.m. Hamilton Museum of Steam and Technology, 900 Woodward Ave. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Low-tech games and activities. Regular admission rates apply for museum tours. Free drop-in activity centre. 546-4797
Student Job Search Workshop, March 20, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. YMCA Employment Services, 427 Dundas St. E. Unit 1, Waterdown. Learn different ways to job search to find your next part-time job. Register: 690-9927
Afro Canadian Caribbean Association, Black history classes for junior and intermediate students, March 17 to June 23. $20 per child, $35 for 2 and $15 for each additional child. 517-4321 or 385-0925
MUSEUMS/GALLERIES
Maple Syrup Festival, March 18, 25, 30, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Westfield Heritage Village, 1049 Kirkwall Rd., Rockton. Call 519-621-8851 or visit westfieldheritage.ca. Historical Scavenger Hunt, March 16, 17, and 18, 1 to 5 p.m. Fieldcote Memorial Park and Museum, 64 Sulphur Springs Rd., Ancaster. Hunt of historical Ancaster locations, $3.50, seniors/youth $3, children $2.50, infants free. fieldcote@hamilton.ca Family Ceili Party, March 17, 1 to 4 p.m. Dundas Museum and Archives, 139 Park St. W., Dundas. Family Ceili Party to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Tickets: $10, or two for $15, children admitted free. 627-7412
Sundays at Westfield, March to the end of October, 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. 1049 Kirkwall Rd., Flamborough. Immerse yourself in Westfield’s historic setting; costumed volunteers take you back into earlier times and places with demonstrations and more. Adults, $11; $10 seniors/disabled; $6.50 children. 519-621-8851
SENIORS
Seniors Pedestrian Safety Workshops, March 21, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sackville Hill Seniors Recreation Centre, 780 Upper Wentworth St. How to use pedestrian crossovers/ intersections. Complimentary lunch. 546-2424
Community Bus Trip, March 20, 9 to 10 a.m. Limeridge Mall, 999 Upper Wentworth St. Windowshop, meet new people. Glanbrook Community Services offers trips to Limeridge Mall, for seniors who want to be active during the winter months. 692-3464
Seniors Luncheon, March 20, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. St. James United Church, 306 Parkside Dr., Waterdown. Homemade meal, short program of entertainment or guest speaker follows lunch. $5 per person. Reserve by March 16, noon. 689-6223
Dundas 55+, registration for 10week spring programs which start April 2 for bone builders, cardio dance-gentle, line dancing, singing for fun, yoga. Registration starts March 20 to 28, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Dundas Community Centre, community room, 10 Market St. S. Dance Aerobics, March 20, 7:45 to 8:30 a.m. S.I.M. Gym, St. Joseph’s Villa, 56 Governor’s Rd., Dundas. $4 or free for members. 627-3541 Tai Chi Fitness, March 16, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. S.I.M. Gym, St. Joseph’s Villa, 56 Governor’s Rd., Dundas. $4 or free for members. 627-3541 Bridge Players, wanted to play contract bridge, at the Ancaster Senior Achievement Centre 55+, Mondays from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Cost $1 per visit plus senior recreation membership. 546-2999
Spin Classes, Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m., Thursdays 8 a.m. and Fridays, 8:30 a.m. S.I.M. Gym, St. Joseph’s Villa, 56 governor’s Rd., Dundas. $4 or free for members. 627-3541 Yoga for Seniors, Mondays and Thursdays, 10 to 11 a.m. Stoney Creek Club 60, 6 King St. W., Stoney Creek. Cost $2. Gentle chair yoga for seniors. 664-6110 HARRRP, offers free programs for adults 55 and over. Tuesdays, 10 a.m. line dancing; 12:30 p.m., Texas hold’em; 2 p.m., ceramics; 6:30 p.m., art classes. Thursdays, 10 a.m., tai chi; 1 p.m., yoga; 1 p.m., adult colouring. HARRRP, 705 Main St. E. For other programs: 544-0050 or harrrp.ca.
St. Eugene’s Over 50 Euchre, Bingo, March 15, 1 to 4 p.m. Faith Lutheran Church Hall, 1907 King St. E. Yearly membership $7 with $3 weekly entrance fee (includes refreshments). 730-0318
Bingo, March 15, 2 p.m. Flamborough Seniors Centre, 163 Dundas St. E., Flamborough. $4 with membership. 546-2424
Freelton Seniors Euchre, Tuesdays, 1 to 4 p.m. Freelton United Church, 155 Freelton Rd., Flamborough. Euchre, coffee and snacks. 6591135
Free Wellness/Fitness Class, Thursdays, 2 to 3 p.m. Church of Christ, 321 East 27th St. YWCA instructor teaches healthy living and easy flowing Pilates. 745-5076