VOLUNTEERS
Volunteers needed to sell Daffodil
Pins for the Canadian Cancer Society Daffodil campaign to April 7 in Waterdown at the LCBO and Fortinos. Email: leah.jane.serafini@gmail.com Recreational Programming Volunteer, assisting a supervisor with recreational therapy programs for seniors who no longer require acute care in hospital but require a secured facility. Wesley Urban Ministries, 52 Catharine St. N. 5285629
Kitchen Volunteer, helping to prepare meals at the Wesley Day Centre, chopping, cooking, washing dishes, serving and other duties as assigned. 528-5629 Administrative Assistant Employment Services Volunteer, assisting with administrative work in the Employment Services Resource Centre. Wesley Urban Ministries, 52 Catharine St. N. 528-5629 Employment Lesson Assistant, assisting staff with running an employment lesson, how to properly behave in the workplace, WHMIS, health and safety, and more. Wesley Urban Ministries, 52 Catharine St. N. Also needed an administrative assistant employment services volunteer and recreational programming volunteer for the transitional beds program, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 528-5629
First Place Hospitality Volunteer, assisting servers to provide meals and drinks to senior residents and community members attending the dining hall, meeting and greeting customers as they arrive, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 528-5629
Volunteer for Shopping by Bus, and grocery, 8:30 to 4:30 p.m. Fortinos, 50 Dundurn St. S. Assisting older adults with support on and off the bus on their way to No Frills and/or Fortinos. 528-5629 One-on-One Youth Mentor Volunteer, Age groups 16 to 25 years old to guide and befriend newcomer youth. Volunteers will be matched with a newcomer youth. Wesley Urban Ministries, 528-5629 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). Twoday 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, helping with their grocery shopping and providing social interaction. Fortinos 1059 Palins Rd. 528-5629
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. 522-9922, ext. 310.
SELF-HELP/WELLNESS
Lower Cholesterol Naturally, April 6, 9 to 11 a.m. Getting to the Heart of Diabetes, learn how to protect your heart. St. Joseph’s Ambulatory Centre, 2757 King St. E. 573-4819 Community Volunteer Income Tax Clinic, April 11, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Glanbrook Community Services, 2-4280 Binbrook Rd. Free income tax filing clinic participants must fall within the low-income cut off. Appointments needed: 692-3464. Nutrition Market Tour, April 7, 5 p.m. Parkdale Medical Centre, 109-132 Parkdale Ave. S. Acquire knowledgeable shopping for authentic food for healing your body’s illness in your neighbourhood grocery store. Reserve: 527-7255 Grandparents Without Access, April 12, 7 p.m. Stoney Creek Municipal Service Centre, 777 Regional Rd. 8, Stoney Creek. Support group for alienated grandparents, discussion of coping strategies. 546-3489
Alpha, April 9, 6:30 p.m. Dundas Calvin Church, 420 Hwy. 5, Dundas. 519-242-9804
VON Free Four-Part Caregiver Education Series, April 9, 16, 23, 30, 1 to 3 p.m. Wellwood House, 501 Sanatorium Rd., on Chedoke
Hospital grounds. From stress to strength. With enough notice inhome respite care can be arranged for your family member at $6/hour. 523-1055 ext. 408
Networking with Job Developers, April 9, 9:30 a.m. Goodwill Career Centre, 1050 Upper Gage Ave. Discuss job search and share job leads. 526-8488
The Aging Immune System, April 9, 2:30 p.m. Dundas library, 18 Ogilvie St. Learn how the immune system change with age. 627-3507 Weight Loss Group, April 9, 6:15 p.m. Wesley United Church, 651 Hwy. 8, Stoney Creek. Take off pounds sensibly, first visit free. 289-682-2338
Overeaters Anonymous, 12 Steps and 12 Traditions of OA, Mondays, 7:30 p.m. St. Mark’s United Church, 1 Lynndale Dr., Dundas. 226-3394890, ocontario.org
Cooking Show, April 8, 5 to 6:30 p.m. Parkdale Medical Centre, 109-132 Parkdale Ave. S. The Art of nourishing the body and feeding the whole being. Reserve: 527-7255 Al-Anon and Alateen Hamilton and Burlington, help for anyone whose life is, or has been, affected by someone else's drinking. 5221733, alanonhamiltonburlington.ca/
Mental Health Rights Coalition, #103 — 100 Main St. E. Need to talk about mental health or addiction issues? Peer Support 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday to Friday. 5452525 or mentalhealthrights.ca Depression, anxiety, fears and panic attacks. Recovery Canada has a program that will help. Weekly meetings available. 813-9120 or visit recoverycanada.org.
MEETINGS
Wildlife Workshop, April 7, 9 a.m. Binbrook Memorial Hall, 2600 Regional Rd. 56, Glanbrook. For veterinarians and their staff to help provide the information needed to make informed decisions about wildlife that people may bring to a vet clinic. Register by April 6: 519587-2980
Probus Club of Hamilton, April 10, 9 a.m. Scottish Rite Club of Hamilton, 4 Queen St. S. Speakers: Dr. Alan Davidson and Dr. Karen Maxwell, the molecule known as CRISPR (Pronounced Crisper) which is the editor of DNA and future of cancer therapy. 336-5170 Burlington Horticultural Society, April 11, 7:30 p.m. Burlington Seniors’ Centre, 2285 Drury Lane. Speaker: Kevin Kavanagh, South Coast Nursery, Plants in Jeopardy. Social 7 p.m.
Free Public Lecture, April 11, 7 p.m. McMaster Centre for Continuing Education, One James St. N., 2nd floor. Speaker: Dr. Ameil Joseph, realities and resistance and how it relates to the Trump Effect. Register by April 1. 525-9140
Stoney Creek Garden Club, April 9, 7 p.m. Church of Our Saviour the Redeemer, 25 Lake Ave. S. Speaker: Paul Zammit, Inviting guests into the Garden the importance of pollinators. Guests $2
Valley Town Toastmasters, April 12, 7 p.m. Dundas Town Hall, lower level, 60 Main St., Dundas. Topic: National Licorice 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. Stoney Creek Toastmasters, April 12, 7:15 p.m. Optimist Club Hall, 890 Queenston Rd., Stoney Creek. Public Speaking and Leadership Training. 549-1354
FUN TIMES
Euchre, April 7, 1 p.m. Royal Canadian Legion, 79 Hamilton St. N., Waterdown. 689-6112 Reflections Band, music of the 50s, 60s and 70s. April 7, 7 p.m. Branch 58 Legion, 1180 Barton St. E. $. Acoustic Rooster, April 7, 8 p.m. The Wing, 447 Wing RCAF Association, 3210 Homestead Dr., Mount Hope. 296-4578
Joe Tucker, and the Second Wind Band, April 7, 8 p.m. Branch 551 Legion, Waterdown, 79 Hamilton St. N., Flamborough. 690-0723 Murray Williams, dance, April 7, 7:30 p.m. Club Room, Branch 163 Legion, 435 Limeridge Rd. E. $5 members, $6 nonmembers. 3874515
Learn to Play the Bagpipes, April 9, 6 to 8:30 p.m. Branch 58 Legion, 1180 Barton St. E. Pipe Band is looking for new members to learn to play the bagpipes or drums and join the band. Younger beginners (age 12 plus are welcome). All lessons free. Practices on Mondays. 664-4086
Graceful Needlers, April 12, 1 to 3 p.m. Grace Anglican Church, 157 Mill St. N., Waterdown. Parking access via Main Street. Enjoy needle crafts and companionship over a cup of coffee. 689-6715 Hamilton Accordion Club, April 12, 7 p.m. Branch 622 Legion, 12 King St. E., Stoney Creek. $5. Email: hamiltonaccordionclub@gmail.com 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 Friendship Circle, April. 6, 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Grace Anglican Church, 157 Mill St. N., Waterdown. Enjoy euchre, bring a brown bag lunch, coffee/tea and cookies supplied. 689-5080
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
Ladies Auxiliary 88th Birthday Dinner, April 8, 4 p.m. Branch 163 Legion, 435 Limeridge Rd. E. $20 pp. 387-4515
Spaghetti Dinner, April 6, 4 to 7 p.m. Branch 622 Legion, 12 King St., Stoney Creek. $10, desserts $2. 662-4171
Farmers Sausage and Homemade Sauerkraut Supper, April 6, 5 to 8 p.m. Sinclairville United Church, 63 Sinclairville Rd. Adults $17.50, children under 13 $8. Takeout available.
Loonie Lunch, April 11, noon to 1:30 p.m. St. Andrew’s United Church,
479 Upper Paradise Rd. Nutritious lunch for a loonie or donation. 383-7411
Community Lunch, April 11, noon to 1 p.m. Church of the Resurrection, 435 Mohawk Rd. W. Delicious and nutritious lunch served Wednesdays. Donations appreciated.
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, April 6 4 to 7 p.m. Branch 58 Legion, 1180 Barton St. E. Haddock, fries, coleslaw, beverage, $9. Selection of pies. 544-6385
SALES AND MORE
Craftadian Spring Market, April 7, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. McMaster Innovation Park, Atrium, 175 Longwood Rd. S. Celebrating National Handmade Day. Admission: $5, free for children under 16.
Mom to Mom Sale, April 7, 8 to 11:30 a.m. Knox Presbyterian Church, 23 Melville St., Dundas. Buy, sell gently-used children’s clothes, baby furniture, toys, games and more. Bake table and refreshments.
Art Auction and Live Auction, April 7, 7 p.m. Dundas Valley School of Art, 21 Ogilvie St. Paintings, pottery, glass, jewelry and more. Tickets required for live auction. 6286357, info@dvsa.ca
MISCELLANEOUS
Rescuemania, fundraiser in support of Ladybird Animal Sanctuary, April 7, 12:30 to 5 p.m. Lincoln Alexander Centre, 160 King St. E. Event by Chaos4K9s. Live wrestling event. Tickets at the door: $20, $15 under 12. 519-837-1216
Knights of Columbus, St. Thomas More senior hockey team vs. Hamilton Wentworth regional police, April 7, 2 p.m. Dave Andreychuk Mountain Arena. Tickets: $12, children 12 and under $6. Please bring non-perishable goods for Neighbour to Neighbour.
Fado Gala Charity, April 7, 6 p.m. Liuna Station, 360 James St. N. Born in Lisbon, heard worldwide, sit down dinner and show in support of Luso Canadian Charitable Society. Tickets: $65. 289-700-1134, L’Archeall, 260 Herkimer St. Roast beef dinner, silent auction. Tickets: $60, with $20 tax receipt. 312-0162 Spring Clean the Green Way, April 9, 7 p.m. Waterdown library, 163 Dundas St. E. Use common and safe ingredients to clean your home without the use of harsh chemicals. Register by April 8: 689-6269 Halton Outdoor Club, Spring Info Fair, April 6, 7 to 9 p.m. Mainway arena, 4015 Mainway, Burlington. Free admission and parking. haltonoutdoorclub.ca, 634-2012
Ladies Bible Study, April 11, 9:30 a.m. Fruitland Christian Reformed Church, 805 Hwy. 8, Stoney Creek. 643-3049
Baha’i Fireside, April 11, 8:30 p.m. 132 Hillcrest Ave., Dundas. People from all faiths or no faith investigate Baha’i religion. 627-0352
JUNIOR DATEBOOK
Creative Fun with a different activity each week April 6, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., Dundas library, 18 Ogilvie St. LEGOMania, makercraft or stream kits, ages four to 12. 627-3507
Maker Cart, April 7, 2 to 3 p.m. Red Hill library, 695 Queenston Rd. Bring your imagination to the table and try your hand at making a cool creation. Supplies provided. 5462069
Screening of Screenagers, April 10, 7 p.m. Waterdown District High School, 215 Parkside Dr. Film probes into family life and depicts messy struggles over social media, video games and academics offering solutions on how we can help kids navigate the digital world. 689-6692
MUSEUMS/GALLERIES
Puppet Playhouse, April 10, 10 a.m. Dundas Museum and Archives, 139 Park St. W. Babette Puppet Theatre, puppet shows, puppet making workshop, music, rhymes and more. Guardians are asked to stay and supervise their children. 6277412 A Day in the Life of Johnny Canuck, April 10, 7:30 p.m. Battlefield House Museum and Park, 77 King St. W., Stoney Creek. What was the experience of the average Canadian soldier in France in 1915 to 1918? Admission: $2 nonmembers. 6628458
Sundays at Westfield, now 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
Dinner and Dance, April 7, 6 p.m. Sackville Hill Seniors Recreation Centre, 780 Upper Wentworth St. Music by Brad Boland. Tickets: $30 members, $32.55 guests. 546-2541 Mid-Summer Nights Dream High Tea, April 12, 2 to 3 p.m. Caroline Place Retirement Residence, 118 Market St. Traditional High Tea with friends in support of the Canadian Cancer Society. Special guests: Anna Patterson, Dundas Museum and Archives and Harpist Ruth Sutherland. Wear a fairy headband for a chance to win prizes. $5 minimum donation. 5487660
HARRRP, Texas Hold’em for beginners, Tuesdays 12:30 p.m. Free. 544-0050
Looking for golfers to join a mixed league at Twenty Place Retirement Community. Golf at Chippewa Golf Course, Mount Hope 8 a.m. Thursday starting May 17, to closing banquet on Sept. 27. Scramble every last Thursday of each month. 679-4800 or 627-9768
Sackville Hill Seniors Recreation Centre Movie Nights, April 9, 10, 23, 24, 6 p.m. 780 Upper Wentworth St. Members $2, non-member $4.55. 546-2541
Community Senior Cooking Club, April 12, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Grace Anglican Church, 157 Mill St. N., Waterdown. Share ideas and learn from each other as we prepare a meal. Parking lot entrance at 182 Main St. N. RSVP: 689-6715 Monster Bingo, April 6, 5 p.m. Sackville Hill Seniors Recreation Centre, 780 Upper Wentworth St. Members $12, guests $14.55 includes dinner and door prizes, $3 for 12 prepackaged cards. 5462541
Tai Chi Fitness, April 6, 9:30 a.m. and Mondays 12:30 p.m. S.I.M. Gym, St. Joseph’s Villa, 56 Governor’s Rd., Dundas. $4 or free for members. 627-3541
Ancaster Senior Achievement Centre, Oak Gables Golf Registration, April 11, 10 a.m. to noon. 622 Alberton Rd. S., Ancaster. 5462999
Euchre, April 11, 12:45 to 4 p.m. Waterdown Seniors, Waterdown Legion, 79 Hamilton St. N. Members $3, nonmembers $4 or memberships $10 per year. 659-5967 Stoney Creek Christian Coffee Hour, April 10, 9:45 a.m. Winona Vine Estates, 269 Glover Rd. Stoney Creek Seniors meet Tuesdays for fellowship and fun. 664-4530 St. Georges Seniors, April 9, 1 to 3 p.m. St. Georges Church, 134 Emerson St. Singalong, games, fun, light refreshments. Wheelchair accessible. 522-3362