YOUR CLIP AND SAVE GUIDE TO AUGUST’S EVENTS

Prairie Winds Square Dance Club. Join us for three free lessons in modern square dancing from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Sept. 10, 17, and 24. Couples preferred but singles accepted. We dance every Monday evening from mid September to late April at Sunalta Community Hall, 1627 10th Ave. S.W. Lessons at 7 p.m., mainstream and round dancing 8-10 p.m. Cost is $5 per person. For details call Peggy or Don at 403-284-4479.

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. Call Linda at 403-289-6266, or e-mail Ideal@shaw.ca

West Winds Hiking Club. If you are over 55, physically fit and like to keep active by hiking in the mountains, we have weekly hikes from May until October, to Kananaskis or the national parks. We carpool on Wednesdays and have two different levels of difficulty, numbers permitting. Annual membership is $15. For more information, call Will at 403-278-0392, Jean at 403-281-0387 or Dave at 403-289-6665.

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 to festivals in Canada and/or Europe. Call Mary at 403-293-2175.

Prostate Cancer Canada Network-calgary is a local support, education and advocacy group that meets on the second Tuesday of every month at venu1008 in Inglewood at 1008-14 St. S.E. at 7:30 p.m. Parking is free. For more information visit www.pccncalgary.org, call 403-870-8130 or e-mail bobshiell@shaw.ca.

Jamaican Independence Gala. The Jamaican Canadian Association Alberta invites the public to celebrate Jamaican Independence 2012 on August 4 at the Coast Plaza Hotel. Tickets are available by calling 403-234-9940, 403280-6407 or 403-295-7714. Some of the proceeds will go to five scholarships for students who will be attending post-secondary schools.

Bladder Cancer Canada 5K Awareness Walk and Fun Run Sunday September 23 starts at 9 a.m. at Carburn Park 67 Riverview Drive S.E. Funds raised benefit patient support, education awareness programs, critical bladder cancer research. Register or donate at www. bladdercancercanada.org.

Learn to paint Your pet’s portrait. Bring a picture of your pet and artists will help you transform it into an acrylic-on-canvas masterpiece on August 15 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Elboya Heights Community Centre, 416 Park Avenue S.W. Cost is $50 per person. E-mail CalgaryArtSmart@yahoo.ca for details. Best for kids aged 8-16.

AHSGR (American Historical Society of Germans from Russia — Calgary Chapter) Are you of German from Russia ancestry? We can help you with your research and questions. Library Nights are held the second Monday of each month (except October) from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church, 66 7th St. N.E. Enter from 7A Street parking lot, basement entrance. calgarychapterahsgr.ca.

The Aircrew Association is made up of members of ex-allied military air- crew. We meet at Mewata Armoury, 801 11th St. S.W., every Thursday for lunch, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For information, please call Bryce Chase, 403-249-6924.

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 program fees. For more information, go to www.airdriecadets.com.

The Alberta Amputee Sports & Recreation Association (AASRA) calgarylifelonglearners.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. Visit www. aasra.ab.ca, e-mail us at info@aasra.ab.ca, or call us at 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. We meet Mondays at 7 p.m. Rehearsal hall: 38 Kincora Rise N.W. For more information, go to 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. See www.albertapaleo.org for events and more.

American Contract Bridge League. Join us at the Martinique for Beginner Novice Duplicate Bridge Game and Bid and Play. Play bridge with teachers helping you bid, play and defend. You can come without a partner. There are minilessons before each session. Wednesdays, 7 p.m., $8, Southwood United Church at 10690 Elbow Drive S.W. Drop-in basis. Call Carol at 403-270-7438 or e-mail m.mhaggins@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 403-230-4430. 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 403-2951904.

The Bow Valley Fiddlers are looking for young violinists/fiddlers (ages 11 to 18), in Calgary and area who love to perform, already study classical violin and wish to learn the art of folk fiddling. Call 403-257-4666, 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; Linda for golf, 403-242-1638; and Margaret for membership, 403-280-4374. For more information, 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. Find association, program and registration information at calgarylifelonglearners.ca.

Calgary Balloon Club meets second Wednesday of the month, 7:30 p.m., at the Aero Space Museum. Call 403-537-3016 (ext. 5) or visit www.calgaryballoonclub.org.

Calgary Community Network Association offers affordable Internet service for families, individuals and those in need. Go to www. calcna.ab.ca or call 403263-8080.

Calgary Decorative Artists welcomes all painters. Whatever level, we have a place for you. All events are held at the Lakeview Community Association. Contact Annette Logan at 403261-6734 or visit calgarydecorativeartists.com

Calgary Elite Synchro invites swimmers from six to 10 years of age. Check out calgaryelitesynchro. com, or contact us at calgaryeliteinfo@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. Visit the website at www. calgarynewcomersclub.com, or phone 403-245-8993.

Parrot Resource Centre provides education and support to companion parrot guardians, with educational displays and presentations. www.parrotresourcecentre.ca or call Gloria at 403-2893836 or Judy at 403-2100064.

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 403-2699888, or call Catherine at 403-242-5016.

The Canadian Federation of University Women 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 S.W. 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.

CARES Opening Minds & Nurturing Dreams: This full-day empowerment seminar for women, offered in English, Spanish and Mandarin, provides the foundations for realigning your belief patterns to achieve the success you want. Upcoming dates in June, $25. Call Laurie Elliott at 403-537-3381.

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.

Coldstream Guards Association, Branch 36, Canada. Former members of any Guards Regiments interested in joining Branch 36 please contact Denis Wright at 403-251-4661 or e-mail denham@shaw.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? Call Barb Scott at 403-244-4453.

CREB Talkers Toastmas

ters 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.

Do you like to play euchre? Join us every Thursday night for a fun night of euchre at the Rundle Summit Pub, 2409 50th St. N.E. Starts 7 p.m. Register before 6:45 p.m. Come alone or bring a friend. We also have a Partners Tournament on the second Saturday of every month. Call Barb at 403-605-2793.

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

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 via e-mail at vahedevaree@hotmail.com

Heritage Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution meets the third Wednesday of each month. New members are welcome. Contact Wendy Tymrick at 403-275-4012 or 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. For information, call Theresa at 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 Calgary Highlanders. For information, please contact Lt.-Col. Ronald Sharp CD at 403-238-2734.

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 403252-1754, Angela at 403252-1754, or go to www. iodecalgary.ca

The Jane Austen Society meets at Sunalta Community Centre, 1627 10th Ave. S.W., to discuss Jane Austen’s writings and the era in which she wrote. For further information on the society, visit the website at www.jasnacalgary.ca.