CLUBS & ASSOCIATIONS

Adult Recreational Choir Society of Calgary (ARCS) invites men and women to join us for the 2011-12 season. Up2something, Up2christmas and Something Lite are non-auditioned, adult recreational choirs offering a fun, rewarding musical experience. Visit www.up2something.org.

The Airdrie Army Cadets (Calgary Highlanders) welcome girls and boys ages 12 to 18 in the Airdrie area, including Beiseker, Crossfield and north Calgary. There are no fees for the program.

For more information, go to airdriecadets.com.

The Alberta Amputee Sports & Recreation Association (AASRA) calgary life long learners. ca encourages new amputees, “experienced” amputees and their families to join our support group meetings held on the last Wednesday of every month in the Physio room of the Glenmore Auxiliary Hospital (next to the Rockyview Hospital) at 7 p.m. No topic is off limits, we talk freely.

Meanwhile, AASRA offers many sports, leisure and recreation programs adapted to the amputee. Visit our website www. aasra.ab.ca, e-mail info@aasra.ab.ca, or phone 403-201-0507.

Alberta Family Histories Society — Researching genealogy worldwide, for those interested in learning more about their family’s past.

Meetings are on the first Monday of each month, except holidays, at 7 p.m. at River Park Church, 3818 14A St. S.W. The library at 712 16th Ave. N.W. is open to the public. Call 403-2141447 or visit afhs.ab.ca

Alberta Gold Chorus (four-part harmony) is looking for female singers. We think our hobby is a blast, and we’d like you to join us — check us out! We meet Mondays at 7 p.m. Rehearsal hall: 38 Kincora Rise N.W. For more information, go to the website at www.albertagold.org

Alberta Paleontological Society meets once a month for talks, presentations and field trips. Events are for anyone interested in dinosaurs, fossils, geology and natural history. Open to all ages and levels of interest. Check out albertapaleo.org for events.

American Contract Bridge League. Join us at the Martinique for: 1. Beginner Novice Duplicate Bridge Game. 2. Bid and Play. Play bridge with teachers helping you bid, play and defend. You can come without a partner. 3. Attend mini-lessons before each session. Wednesdays, 7 p.m., $8, Knights of Columbus Hall, 2419 54th Ave. S.W. Drop-in basis. Call Carol at 403-270-7438, or e-mail: clbellam@shaw.ca.

The American Legion in Calgary is open to U.S. servicemen and women and U.S. citizens who served with an allied service. E-mail postcn20@ hotmail.ca, or call 403230-4430. Meetings are the second Wednesday of each month at the Forest Lawn Legion, 755 40th St. S.E.

Banff Trailers Square Dance Club. Learn to dance with the Banff Trailers on Monday evenings at Highwood Community Hall, 16 Harlow Ave. N.W., 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. $5 per person. Couples only. Call 403-295-1904.

The Bow Valley Fiddlers are looking for youth violinists/fiddlers (ages 11-18), in Calgary and area who love to perform, already study classical violin and wish to learn the art of folk fiddling. Call 403-2574666 or visit www.calgaryfiddlers.com.

Bow Valley Singles Golf & Curling Club is always looking for new members. Beginners welcome, lots of social events throughout the year. Contact Mark for curling, 403-271-1059; Rudy for golf, 403-285-7114; and Carole for membership, 403-238-0111. Go to www.bowvalleysingles.com.

Bow Valley Toastmasters No. 1494 is Calgary’s second-oldest Toastmasters Club, operating since 1962, teaching the art of public speaking with confidence. Meetings are held each Monday at 6 p.m., at the Danish Canadian Club, 727 11th Ave. S.W., with adequate free parking.

Contact Ron Foyer at 403–282–0051, or e-mail Ron-foyer@shaw.ca.

The Calgary Association of Lifelong Learners (CALL) is a dynamic, member-led, not-for-profit organization offering innovative and affordable learning opportunities for people 45 and over. Association, program and registration information is available at calgarylifelonglearners.ca.

Calgary Community Network Association offers affordable Internet service for families, individuals and those in need. Go to www.calcna.ab.ca or call 403-263-8080.

Calgary Decorative Artists welcomes all painters to join us. Whatever level you are at, we have a place for you. All events are held at the Lakeview Community Association. Contact Annette Logan at 403-261-6734 or visit calgarydecorativeartists.com

Calgary Elite Synchro invites swimmers from six to 10 years of age. Check out calgaryelitesynchro. com, or contact us at calgaryelite info @ gmail. com

The Calgary Historical Roving Book Group will meet to discuss history books, at a new local history location, the second Wednesday of each month. Join other history buffs once a month to share a book you have read. It can be any kind of history book. Contact Kate: 403-809-7341.

Calgary Newcomers Club: Ladies, are you new to the city, looking to meet new friends? Come join the Calgary Newcomers Club. See www.calgarynewcomersclub.com, or phone 403245-8993.

Calgary Parrot Club meets the second Wednesday of every month (except July and August), 6:30 p.m. www.calgaryparrotclub.ca. Call Gloria: 403-289-3836.

Calgary Trigeminal Neuralgia Association Support Group. Our monthly meetings are held on the third Tuesday of every month at 1 p.m., excluding the months of July and December, at Confederation Park Seniors Centre, 2212 13th St. N.W., Room 4. Visit calgary@ catna.ca, or phone Bev at 403-289-2876.

Calgary Widowed Services. We are a group of widowed people who help others adapt to the loss of a spouse. We provide a friendly place to meet people who have had similar experiences. Weekly coffee meetings, monthly dinners, etc. Call 403-269-9888, or call Catherine at 403-2425016.

The Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW) Calgary was established in 1923. Members participate in various social groups and support several scholarships at the University of Calgary, as well as a literacy project which provides books to underprivileged children.

Meetings include guest speakers and take place at the Grace Presbyterian Church, 1009 15th Ave SW. New members are welcome. Call 403-208-5214 or see www.cfuwcalgary.ca.

The Canadian Federation of University Women — Calgary North invites new members to join them for the current year. Our meetings are held at Hope Lutheran Church, 3527 Boulton Rd. N.W., every third Thursday of the month. Meet new friends, join one of our many interest groups or get involved in serving the community through our volunteer activities. Call Alicia Morgan at 403-241-0963.

Child-free Friends Calgary is a social club that gives childless couples and singles an opportunity to meet one another and participate in activities. Visit our website at: groups. yahoo.com/group/childfreefriendscalgary.

Chinook Country Line Dancers. We dance to a variety of country rhythms including waltzes, chacha’s, two-steps and more. Other dance styles are also taught such as Latin, pop and Irish. It’s fun and you don’t need a partner! Call 403-988-0973, visit www. cclinedancers.ca, or e-mail classes@cclinedancers.ca.

Conversation Cafe in South Calgary. The only conversation cafe south of the downtown is on the second and fourth Monday of each month at 1:30 p.m. at Caffe Crema, 2525 Bridlecrest Way S.W. All ages welcome. Come, share your thoughts, have fun! Questions? Barb Scott, 403244-4453.

CREB Talkers Toastmasters Club. Become a better communicator with Toastmasters. Guests are always welcome! Thursdays 4:30 to 6 p.m., third floor, Calgary Real Estate Board. Visit www.crebtalkers.com.

Early-onset Alzheimer’s support group: We would like to start a support group for people who are diagnosed under the age of 65. For information, contact Patricia at dehaeckp@telus.net.

40-Plus Singles Social Club meets the second and fourth Tuesday each month at Castle Steakhouse on Edmonton Trail in Airdrie.

Tickets are now on sale for The Friends of Fish Creek’s A Taste of Spring — Annual Wine and Beer Tasting and Silent Auction on March 16, 7 to 9:30 p.m. Tickets $40, available at: www.friendsoffishcreek. org, call 403-238-3841, e-mail chris@friendsoffishcreek.org, or at the Cookhouse at the Bow Valley Ranch, Fish Creek Provincial Park. Event takes place at Willow Park Wines & Spirits, 10801 Bonaventure Dr. S.E.

Would you like to be a fearless public speaker? Do you want to ace job interviews? Come and join Heritage Go-getters Toastmasters Club. We offer high quality programs in public speaking, communication and leadership skills in a fun-filled way. We meet every Monday from 5:15 to 6:45 p.m. at Heritage Square Building, 260N Heritage Room (N=north Tower), 8500 Macleod Tr., Calgary. Contact Vahedeh Varee at vahedevaree@hotmail.com

Heritage Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution meets the third Wednesday of each month. New members welcome. Contact Wendy Tymrick: 403-275-4012; tymrickw@shaw.ca

Hill Top Ladies Curling Club at North Hill Curling Club has openings for single curlers in all positions or full teams. Curling is on Monday 9 to 11 a.m. and Wednesdays 1:15 to 3:15 p.m. Call Theresa: 403-293-3317.

The 103rd Regiment (Calgary Rifles) Commemorative Association is seeking citizens who are interested in Calgary’s early military history. The 103rd perpetuates the present militia units of the KOCR and the Calg ary Highlanders. For information, please contact Lt.-col. Ronald Sharp CD, at 403-238-2734.

IAAP Calgary Chapter, The International Association of Administrative Professionals is a notfor-profit association for office professionals. Meetings are held the second Wednesday of every month September to June. For information, go to www. iaap-calgary.org or e-mail Cheryl at president@iaapcalgary.org.

IODE Calgary welcomes women who are looking for friendships, volunteer opportunities and would like to work in our thrift store. We enjoy a 111-year history of volunteerism and we have chapters across Canada. Call Shirley at 403-252-1754, Angela at 403-252-1754, or go to www.iodecalgary.ca

The Jane Austen Society meets at Sunalta Community Centre (1627 10th Ave. S.W.) to discuss Austen’s writings and era. For info, visit jasnacalgary.ca.

Kensington Legion, 1910 Kensington Rd. N.W., 403283-5264. We have a lot of activities through the week, open to all ages. Activities include cribbage, darts and shuffleboard, plus there are social dances every Friday and Saturday from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Bands every weekend. Free parking.

Ladies’ Daytime Curling Foothills League at NHCC, 1201 2nd St. N.W., invites new and returning curlers Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 8:50 a.m. Contact Donna at 403-2958467 or donnazee@shaw. ca.

Moms Offering Moms Support Club. MOMS Club of Calgary is about supporting moms. We have lots of activities that will interest you and plenty of fun things planned for the kids as well: Park dates, play dates, story time, outings, cooking projects, MOMS night out. Our monthly membership meetings are held the first Monday of every month at 10 a.m., at the Calgary Public Library, Louise Riley Branch, in the Program Room. Contact Mary Mason-leskowitz at 403719-7869 or go to www.calgarynwmomsclub.ca

Moms of Preschoolers (MOPS) meets at Lutheran Church of Our Saviour along Fairmount Drive S.E. the second and fourth Wednesday of each month from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Visit oursaviourchurch.ca.

Morning hockey! Are you or your team interested in playing organized men’s hockey from 7 to 8 a.m. at Flames Family Arenas? No contact or slapshots, but all games are reffed. You would play once or twice per week and then head to work. Average cost per player is about $300. If interested, e-mail al.d@ awinins.ca.

Navy League Cadets: Costs are minimal — opportunities are endless! www.captainjackson.ca or www.166johnahamilton. com.

Nordic Folkdancers have a great time learning the folk dances and music of Scandinavia, and would like more adults and teens to join the fun. Regular practices Thursday evenings at the Scandinavian Centre, 739 20th Ave. N.W. More information at nordicfolkdance.ca.

North Hill 60s Curling Club looking for curlers 55 and over for draws Tuesday and Thursdays at 11 a.m. Shift workers welcome. Call Allan Smith at 403208-3261, or e-mail bearshouse@shaw.ca

Osteoporosis Canada, Alberta Chapter, Education and Support Group meets the third Tuesday each month from January to May and September to November, 7 to 9 p.m. Meetings held at Confederation Park Seniors Centre, 2212 13th St. N.W. Call 403237-7022 for info, or e-mail alberta@osteoporosis.ca.

The Pegg Women’s Club of Calgary is for women of all ages associated with the professions of engineering and geoscience — practitioners, part- ners, widows. Throughout the year, we offer various social activities and functions. New members are always welcome. Visit www. peggwomen.org or call Sue at 403-239-9104.

Prairie Winds Square Dance Club, experienced dancers every Monday, 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Sunalta Community Hall, 1627 10th Ave. S.W., $4 per person. For information call Ann at 403-568-3757.

Rotary Friends Bowling League is a group of friendly ladies, 50-plus, that Five Pin Bowl at Chinook Bowladrome on Tuesday mornings. Welcoming new members this season. Call Beth at 403-253-5485.

Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadrons in Calgary and surrounding areas is looking for you. Youths age 12 to 19 with an interest in all aspects of aviation welcome. Contact Joanna Howard at 403-983-5796.

The Royal Canadian Legion Jubilee Branch No. 286 is at 9, 6208 Rundlehorn Dr. N.E. We are open seven days a week. Dinner served on Saturdays starting at 5:30 p.m. The cost is $7 and is on a first-come, first-served basis. On Sundays, join us for a country and western jam, with host Pat Secord, from 3 to 7 p.m. Call 403-280-4264, or go to www.rcl-286.weebly.com

Royal Canadian Sea Cadet Corps and Navy League Cadet Corps in Calgary are recruiting new members. For more information, visit www. undaunted.ca or www.rcscccalgary.ca or www.rcsccvictoria.ca

Russian Toastmasters

Club holds meetings at the Central Library every second week. We meet every other Monday at 5:30 p.m. The meetings are hosted at the Calgary Public Library, central branch, 616 Macleod Tr., in program Room No. 2. Speakers with all Russian-language abilities are welcome. Russian native speakers and even beginners, attend our meetings. Call Maria: 403-6999861.

St. Lucia Calgary Cultural Association invites members and friends to its 25th Anniversary Dinner and Dance at the Executive Royal Inn, 2828 23rd St. N.E. on March 10, from 6:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. Call 403-234-9940, 403-217-1725 or 403-667-3397 for tickets.

Scandinavian Centre Choir is looking for more singers in all vocal ranges who are interested in the challenge of singing in six languages. Practices are Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. from September to May. Call Alison at 403-283-1299 for more information.

Sherwood Band is a band for adult musicians of all levels of experience. It meets Wednesday evenings at Midsun Junior High School, 660 Sunmills Dr. S.E. Call Sheila Connell at 403-279-2162, or visit www. sherwoodband.ca, or drop in at one of our rehearsals.

Soroptimist International of Calgary is a women’s volunteer service group contributing time and financial support to community-based projects benefiting women and girls. Meetings are the third Tuesday of the month, 7:30 p.m., at the Mcdougall Centre, 455 6th St. S.W. Go to www.wcsoroptimist.org (Western Canada RegionCalgary) for info, or call Sharon at 403-295-2954.

Stampede City Toastmasters meets Tuesdays, noon to 1 p.m., at Suite 1300 at Xerox Sales Office, 112 4th Ave. S.W. Call Sarina Modafferi at 403-208-2971 or log onto stampedecity. freetoasthost.ws.

Swinging Singles Dance Club. Learn to square dance. No partner required. Enjoy the first two introductory lessons free. Second and fourth Wednesdays at Winston Heights Community Centre, 520 27th Ave. N.E. For more information, call Linda at 403289-6266, or e-mail Ideal@ shaw.ca

Youth folk dance. Are you interested in dancing and between 12 and 17 years old? We will introduce you to European culture, beautiful costumes and lively music. No experience needed. Our group performs around Calgary and travels annually to festivals within Canada and/ or Europe. Call Mary at 403-293-2175.