Too good to miss
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VOLUNTEERS
Volunteers, are required to help seniors get to medical appointments. Flexible schedule and mileage reimbursement. 529-0700. Volunteer, Climb for Cancer, May 11, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tim Hortons Field, 64 Melrose Ave. N. Fun way to get volunteer hours and give back to your community. Email: aredshaw@myclimbforcancer.com. YWCA Seniors Peer Connector Program is recruiting volunteers that are 55+ to provide friendly home visits to isolated seniors in Hamilton. A two-hour visit once a week. Looking for a Romanian speaking volunteer. Shannon: 5229922 ext. 316 or shanley@ywcahamilton.org.
Lunch Bunch Volunteers, help isolated seniors come together to share a nutritious meal, picking people up at their homes and provide a ride to and from the lunch program at Idlewyld Manor or St. Joseph’s ambulatory health centre every second Tuesday, 11:30 to 2:30 p.m. Victorian Order of Nurses (VON) Hamilton 529-0700. Hamilton Literacy Council is looking for volunteer tutors to teach English speaking adults basic reading and math. Next session is May 22, 1 or 5 p.m. Two-day certified training: May 28 and June 1, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. must attend both days. Register: 529-9907.
VON Hamilton, volunteers are required to visit with lonely or isolated individuals in the community to have a chat, provide companionship and/or share a hobby. Visits are two hours per week on a flexible schedule. 529-0700. 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.
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
The Teach Program, May 11, 1 p.m. the Alzheimer Society of Hamilton, 1575 Upper Ottawa St., Suite 700. Learn hands-on techniques for managing responsive behaviours associated with a dementia diagnosis. 529-7030.
TOPS, Take Off Pounds Sensibly, May 14, 6:30 p.m. Wesley United Church, 651 Hwy. 8, Stoney Creek. Not-for-profit weight-loss group meets Monday. Weigh in is 6:15 p.m. Free first visit. 289-682-2338. Microsoft Excel Basics Computer Workshop, May 14, 10 a.m. YMCA Employment Services, 427 Dundas St. E., Unit 1, Waterdown. Free. Registration is required: 690-9927. Cutting Back on Sodium, May 15, 9 a.m. St. Joseph’s Ambulatory Centre, 2757 King St. E. Learn how to reduce your blood pressure by eating less salt. Reduce your risk of stroke and cardiovascular disease. Register: 573-4819.
Nurturing Your Sleep, May 15, 2 p.m. Concession Library, 565 Concession St. Discover the nutrients, home remedies and conditions needed to promote a restful sleep. Dr. Lisa Tabrizi. 546-3415. Support After Suicide, May 15, 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 or ongoing support. 6894852.
Networking with Job Developers, May 14, 9:30 a.m. Goodwill Career Centre, 1050 Upper Gage Ave. 526-8488.
Alpha, May 14, 6:30 p.m. Dundas Calvin Church, 420 Highway 5, Dundas. 519-242-9304.
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/. Depression, anxiety, fears and panic attacks. Recovery Canada has a program that will help. Weekly meetings available. 813-9120 or visit recoverycanada.org.
MEETINGS
Parkinson Support Group, May 12, 10:30 a.m. St. Peters Hospital, Garwood Jones Auditorium, Alexander Pavilion, 88 Maplewood Ave.
Probus Club of Burlington Lakeshore, May 14, 9:45 a.m. Burlington Art Centre, 1333 Lakeshore Rd. Retired professional business persons, speakers each meeting. Parking at rear of building.
Stoney Creek Garden Club and
Horticultural Society, May 14, 7 p.m. Church of Our Saviour the Redeemer, 25 Lake Ave. S. Speaker: Jim Lounsbury, Shrubs, little-known gems of the garden. Guests: $2. Email: Stoneycreekgardenclub@outlook.com. WISE, British Isles Genealogy, May 15, 7 p.m. Irish Canadian Club of Hamilton, 389 Concession St. Discussion on how to find your ancestors using different sources. 289-775-5330.
Ancaster Horticultural Society, May 15, 7:30 p.m. Ancaster Old Town Hall, 310 Wilson St. E. Speaker: Leanne Knuckle, Waterwise Gardening. Email: ancaster.socy@gmail.com. Flamborough Horticultural Society, May 16, 7:30 p.m. St. Thomas the Apostle Church, Parish Hall, 715 Centre Rd., Waterdown. Social starts 7 p.m. Speaker: Stacey Hickman, working with nature, naturally. 689-6722.
Winona Horticultural Society, May 16, 7:30 p.m. St. John’s Anglican Church, 1285 Highway 8, Stoney Creek. Plant exchange, photo contest, peach festival and more. Stelco/U.S. Steel Retiree Luncheon, May 16, noon, Mandarin, 1508 Upper James St. 578-1131 or pgillott@cogeco.ca.
FUN TIMES
Tai Chi in the Park, May 13, 10 a.m. Gage Park, 1000 Main St. E. Taoist Tai Chi demonstration at Lawrence Road entrance. Celebrate Mother’s Day with the gift of health. Free. How to be a Great Gardener, May 14, 7 p.m. Sherwood Library, 467 Upper Ottawa St. What plants would grow best in your garden, bring a sample of your soil in a plastic container (1 cup). 5463249.
Friendship Circle, May 11, 10:30 a.m. Grace Anglican Church, 157 Mill St. N., Waterdown. Euchre, bring brown bag lunch, coffee/tea and cookies supplied.
Learn to Row, registration and information night, May 15, 5 p.m. Leander Boat Club, 50 Leander Dr. Variety of programs. 527-7377 or lbcrowing@gmail.com.
Hamilton Old Tyme Fiddle Club, May 16, 1 p.m. Faith Lutheran Church, 1907 King St. E. Bring your fiddles, instruments and singing voices. 549-1806.
Active Fit Exercise, May 15, 9:45 a.m. Glanbrook Arena, upstairs room, 4300 Binbrook Rd. Bring water. $5. 692-3464.
Wayne Belanger, May 12, 1 p.m. The Wing, 447 Wing RCAF Association, 3210 Homestead Dr., Mount Hope. 289-280-0157.
Lisa Klassen Band, May 11, 8 p.m. 447 Wing RCAF Association, 3210 Homestead Dr., Mount Hope. 289280-0157.
Headin’ Home, dance, May 12, 7:30 p.m. Club Room, Branch 163 Legion, 435 Limeridge Rd. E. $5 members, $6 non-members. 387-4515. Euchre, May 12, 1 p.m. Royal Canadian
Legion, 79 Hamilton St. N., Waterdown. Also Tuesdays at 7 p.m. 689-6112.
Euchre and Games, May 15, 7:30 p.m. Westover Women’s Institute, 1357 Concession Rd. 6 W., Flamborough. Enjoy a light lunch. 6595144.
GOOD FOOD
Jammin’ Breakfast, May 12, 8 to 11 a.m. Bowman United Church, 880 Garner Rd. E., Ancaster. $10. Bring your own musical talent. Community Lunch, May 16, noon to 1 p.m. Church of the Resurrection, 435 Mohawk Rd. W. Delicious and nutritious lunch served Wednesdays. Donations appreciated.
Fish and Chips, May, 11, 4:30 to 7 p.m. Fish ($9) or Chicken ($8), and chip dinner, Dundas Legion, 280 King St. W., Dundas. Eat in or take out. Trivia to follow. 627-7221.
Fish Fry, May 11, 4 to 7 p.m. Branch 622 Legion, 12 King St. E., Stoney Creek. $11, chicken strips available 1 pc. 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, May 11, 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
Plant, Book and Bake Sale, May 12, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Christ Church, Woodburn, 1307 Woodburn Rd., Binbrook. Come for breakfast, peameal bacon on a bun. Community Bazaar and Garage Sale, May 12, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Unity Hall, 64 Wellington St. N. Call 945-2443 to rent a table.
Bake, Book and Plant Sale, May 12, 9 a.m. to noon. Copetown United Church, 2218 Governors Rd., Flamborough. Proceeds support Wesley Ministries Case for Kids. Hagersville Spring Fling, May 12, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Hagersville Secondary School, 70 Parkview Rd. Vintage car show, craft artisan fair, barbecue, plant sale, DJ and more. Penny Sale, May 12, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Little Bethel Community Church, 320 Paling Ave. Winners announced, 1 p.m. Hotdog and pop $3. Makers’ Market, May 11, 7 to 10 p.m. Christ’s Church Cathedral, 252 James St. N. Handcrafted goods by local artists and artisans.
Beacon of Hope Used Book and Curriculum Sale, May 17, 6 to 9 p.m. Redeemer University, 777 Garner Rd. E., Ancaster. $3 pp or $5 per family. 745-4293.
WALKS/RUNS/RIDES
Lady Hamilton Club, Modern City (since 1900) Walking Tour, May 11, 2 p.m. Visitor Centre, Lister Bock, 28 James St. N. Tour is 1.5 km and 1.5 hours. Email: ladyhamiltonclub@outlook.com. MADD PIA Law Strides for Change, May 12, 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Bayfront Park, 200 Harbourfront Dr. 5K walk/run/wheelchair event in support of MADD. Email: strideshamilton@gmail.com.
Walk for Alzheimer’s, May 12, 10 a.m. to noon F.H. Sherman Recreation and Learning Centre, 388 First Rd. E. Register by May 11. Email: funddevelopment@alzhh.ca or 1-888-343-1017.
MISCELLANEOUS
Hamilton and District Ostomy Association 50th Anniversary Celebration Dinner, May 11, 6:30
p.m. Marquis Gardens, 1365 Sandhill Dr., Ancaster. Delicious cuisine, prizes, entertainment. Tickets: $35 pp, $60 couple. 389-8822.
Janet Lee School Community Fun Fair, May 12, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 291 Winterberry Dr., Stoney Creek. Carnival-style games, reptile show, magic show, BBQ and more. Tickets: $5 per child and food donation, adults free. 573-9113.
Electronics and Clothing Recycling, May 12 to 20, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. St. James United Church, 306 Parkside Dr., Waterdown. Please bag clothing. Large trailer is located at the back of our building to deposit items. 689-6223.
Spring Shredding Day, May 12, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Eccles Auto Service Uptown, 200 King St. W., Dundas. Sponsored by Dundas Valley Sunrise Rotary Club. Documents safely destroyed, $8 small box..
West Hamilton Artists Tour, May 12 and 13, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free, for tour map of all the studios go to westhamiltonartiststour.com. KooGle Theatre Company, Spring Youth Musical Theatre Showcase, May 12, 2 p.m. Theatre Burlington 2311 New St. Songs from Matilda,
Grease, Hairspray, Annie and more. Tickets: $10. 633-8788. Celebrate Asian Heritage, May 12, 2 p.m. Terryberry Library, 100 Mohawk Rd. W. Asian culture performance, craft activities. 546-3921. Carlisle United Church Festival, May 12, 4:30 p.m. Carlisle Arena, 1496 Centre Rd., Flamborough. Barbecue chicken dinner, live entertainment, silent auction, kids zone draws and more. Tickets: $20, $9 child advance, $20 and $10 at the door. 689-8630.
South Asian Spring Festival, May 12, 6 p.m. Westdale Secondary School, 700 Main St. W. Music, dances, food and more from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Afghanistan. 979-9696. Hamilton Armouries Ghost Walks, May 12, 7:30 p.m. 200 James St. N. Tickets: $19.47, kids 13 and up $10.60, seniors $15.05. info@ghostwalks.com. Save Me Dog Rescue Adoption, May 12, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Bring Your Dog Cafe and Pub, 9 Richwill Rd. Visit with some beautiful dogs and possibly adopt to add your family. 512-3720.
Community Gathering, May 16, 1 p.m. South Gate Presbyterian Church, 120 Clarendon Ave. Presentation by Hamilton-Wentworth police on avoiding fraud and scans. 385-7444.
Rotary Club of Ancaster, Frayed Fashionable and Unique Experience, May 17, 6 p.m. Michelangelo Banquet Centre, 1555 Upper Ottawa St. Tickets: $75. 529-8182. Book Launch, May 14, 7 p.m. and May 15, 12:30 p.m. New Vision United Church, 24 Main St. W. Patriots, Traitors, and Empires ... Korea’s Struggle for Freedom, Stephen Gowan. Lecture plus Q-and-A and book sale/signing. 383-7693. Stories in Stone, May 12, 11 a.m. Hamilton Cemetery Veterans Tour. Free. Gatehouse, 777 York Blvd. Women’s Tour. Approximately 2 hours, hosted by Robin McKee. 544-9559.
JUNIOR DATEBOOK
Messy Church, May 11, 6 p.m. St. James United Church, 306 Parkside Dr., Waterdown. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Crafts, songs, games, worship and dinner. Free will donations accepted.
Teen Study Hall, May 14, 6 p.m. Turner Park Library, 352 Rymal Rd. E. Dedicated space for quiet studying and stress-reducing activities. Ages 12 to 18. 546-4790. Community Food Advisors, May 14, 7 p.m. Waterdown Library, 163 Dundas St. E., Waterdown. Fun learning how to chop, grate peel and stir your way to healthy eating with Hamilton’s Community Food Advisors. Ages four to 18. 6896269.
Hamilton East Kiwanis, Grand Reveal Barbecue, May 12, noon to 2 p.m. Inclusive, accessible, shred community playground behind the apartment buildings at 21 and 71 Sanford Ave. N.
Student Job Search Workshop, May 15, 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
On Camera Acting Classes at Hamilton Film Centre, May 15, 4 p.m. Theatre Aquarius Arts Education Centre, 55 Wentworth St. S. Curious about acting for film and TV? Four-week course. Kids $125, teens, adults $225. Email: info@hamiltonfilmcentre.com.
MUSEUMS/GALLERIES
Ontario Archaeological Society Hamilton Chapter, May 17, 7 p.m. lecture at Fieldcote. A lecture or film is presented, with coffee and snacks. Free event. 648-8144 Email: fieldcote@hamilton.ca. 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.Adults, $11; $10 seniors/disabled; $6.50 children. 519-621-8851.
SENIORS
Sackville Hill Seniors Recreation Centre Sociable Seniors, May 14, 6:30 p.m. Members $4, nonmembers $6.55, pay at the door. Music by Aidan Purnell. 780 Upper Wentworth St. 546-2541.
Lunch and Learn, May 14, noon to 2 p.m. Waterdown Library, lower level, 163 Dundas St. E. What is involved in being an executor? A complimentary lunch will be served. RSVP required: 546-2424 ext. 6315.
Sociable Seniors, May 14, 6:30 p.m. Sackville Hill Seniors Recreation Centre, 780 Upper Wentworth St. Music by Aidan Purnell, refreshments and snacks included. Members: $4, nonmembers $6.55. 5462541.
Seniors Luncheon, May 15, 11:30 a.m. St. James United Church, 306 Parkside Dr., Waterdown. Homemade meal, including dessert, short program of entertainment or guest speaker follows lunch. $5 pp. Reserve by May 11: 689-6223.
Wii Bowling for Older Adults, May 15, 10:30 a.m. Ancaster Library, 300 Wilson St. E. Light exercise and lots of fun for seniors to be social and active. 648-6911.
Move with Balance, May 14, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Dundas Museum and Archives, 139 Park St. W., Dundas. $50 for 8 sessions. Improve flexibility, agility, strength or cognition while having fun. 628-2030. Bingo, May 17, 2 p.m. Flamborough Seniors Centre, 163 Dundas St. E., Flamborough. $4 with membership. 546-2424.