Community CALENDAR

YOUR EVENTS GUIDE LISTING

• Ham Radio Flea Market will take place Oct. 7 starting at 10 a.m. at Coaldale United Church Hall, 2022 18 St., Coaldale. Everyone welcome. Admission $5. For more information, contact Tom at ve6arg@shaw.ca.

• The Southern Alberta Group for the Environment (SAGE) and Helen Schuler Nature Centre are teaming up for a dog doo doo clean-up at Scenic Drive Dog Run Oct. 7 from 1-3 p.m. Volunteers are asked to join the clean-up. The Doggy Doo Doo Crew will help remove dog scat and leave a flag in its place to magnify the prevalence of the issue. These flags will stay up for two weeks to help educate park users of the intensity of the problem.

• The Great Canadian Plains Railway Society invites the public to help celebrate the 127th birthday of the 1890 Coutts Sweetgrass International Train Station Customs Depot, Oct. 7 from 1-4:30 p.m. at Galt Historic Railway Park, located just north of Stirling. Event will include dessert and cake, refreshments and tours of the International Train Station. If the weather is nice, speeder rides will be held outside. Children are welcome, but must be accompanied by an adult. Donations are accepted. Located 20 minutes south on Hwy. 4, first turnoff at Stirling, follow Train Station signs to RR 19-4C. For more information, call 403-327-2854 or email gcprs@telus.net.

• Galt Museum’s Saturdays at 1:00 hands-on history program for families will continue Oct. 7 from 1-2 p.m. with “Napkin Rings.” Paint a set of napkin rings you can use at your Thanksgiving dinner this weekend. Admission fees apply (includes exhibit access); free to annual pass holders.

• The Moderator of the United Church of Canada, the Right Rev. Jordan Cantwell, will speak Oct. 8 at 10:30 a.m. at Southminster United Church, 1011 4 Ave. S. A meet-and-greet reception with the moderator will follow the worship in Southminster Hall; light refreshments will be served. Everyone is invited to attend this ecumenical event. Come to the service, or the reception, or both. Special music at the service by Bridge Brass.

• Municipal All-Candidates Forum: Our Commitment to an Inclusive Society will take place Oct. 10 from 6-8 p.m. at Anton’s Restaurant, Lethbridge Lodge Hotel and Conference Centre. Moderated by Dory Rossiter.

• The Ladies Auxiliary to the Royal Canadian Legion will hold their monthly meeting Oct. 10 at 6:30 p.m. at the Legion, 324 Mayor Magrath Drive S. (north door). Please try to attend as Nominations of Officers will be held. For more information, call Marla Brown at 403-328-5235.

• Shaughnessy Community Association will host a candidate forum Oct. 10 at 7 p.m. for County Council and Palliser Schools Trustees candidates.

• Building Cultural Bridges: “Jewish Culture in Canada.” Guest speaker is Garry Kohn. Oct. 11, 7:30 p.m., Multicultural Centre.

• Revellers Dinner and Games Night will be held Oct. 11 at the basement level at The Keg (Country Kitchen Catering). Facility is wheelchair accessible. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 6:30. Cost $20 per person. Newcomers - are you a crib or whist enthusiast? Come for dinner and a night of cards. Yearly membership fee of $10 fee is waived for first time out. Tickets will be on sale Oct. 10 from 2-3 p.m. at the same location (use east side entrance of the Keg building on Mayor Magrath Drive South). Details: Ernie, 403381-7223 or Gerald, 403-381-3620.

• The National Association of Federal Retirees (NFSA) will hold a Southern Alberta Branch general luncheon meeting Oct. 13 at Country Kitchen Catering (below The Keg restaurant, 1715 Mayor Magrath Drive S. (building is wheelchair accessible). Doors open at 11:30 a.m. A lasagna lunch will be served. Guest speaker is Dr. Roland Ikuta, geriatric specialist. If you are an association member and wish to attend, contact the office at 403-328-0801 and leave a message. All future members are

welcome.

• Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization will offer Adult Beginner Dance and Movement Mondays, Oct. 16-Dec. 4 from 5-6 p.m. at the LSCO, 500 11 St. S. Class will highlight the benefits of dancing in an easy, progression style environment. Due to this progression, you will not want to miss a class. No experience required. Fee: $48 for LSCO members, $64 for nonmembers. Register by Oct. 10. To register or for information, stop by the LSCO office or phone 403-320-2222.

• Playgoers of Lethbridge dinner theatre production of “The Savannah Sipping Society,” a comedy by Jessie Jones, Nicolas Hope and Jamie Wooten, will take place Oct. 17-21 at Country Kitchen Catering. Cocktails at 6 p.m., dinner at 6:30 p.m. and show to follow. Tickets are $55 for dinner and the show and are available at Casa, 230 8 St. S. or phone 403-3272272. Opening night discount — table of 8 for the price of 7.

• The Coats for Kids & Families campaign continues until Oct. 20, accepting gently used winter-wear for families in need in the community. Accepted items include coats, snowpants, mitts, scarves, gently used snow boots and new hats. Items can be dropped off at United Way of Lethbridge and Southwestern Alberta, 1277 3 Ave. S.; KPMG LLP, 500, 400 4 Ave. S.; or Lethbridge TD Canada Trust branches (Lethbridge Centre, College Centre or West Highlands).

• Southern Alberta Ethnic Association will present “Mardi Gras: A Night to Remember,” Oct. 20 at the Multicultural Centre, featuring music by Hippodrome and a silent auction. Cocktails at 6 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m. Tickets $75, or $525 for a table of 8. Email info@SAEA.ca, phone 403-320-1577 or visit www.saea.ca.

• The Gem of the West Museum Society’s 9th annual Wine and Cheese Auction fundraiser will be held Oct. 21 at the museum in Coaldale, 1306 20 St. Doors open and silent auction begins 5:30 p.m., live auction at 7 p.m. Tickets $20, includes complimentary wine and hors d’ouevres. Seating is limited; purchase tickets in advance at the museum.

• Rangeland Antique Collectors Club will host its 12th annual Antiques and Collectibles Sale Oct. 21 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Oct. 22 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Rocky Mountain Turf Club, under the grandstand next to Bully's. Featuring vendors from B.C., Alberta and Saskatchewan. Admission $3.

• Nord-Bridge Seniors Centre will host a craft and bake sale Oct. 28 from 9 a.m.–2 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose Hall, 1904 13 Ave. N. Sandwiches, pop and coffee can be purchased. There will be 25 craft table vendors offering an early start for Christmas buying. Open to all.

• Shakespeare in the Park: Lethbridge Shakespeare Performance Society will hold its 2017 AGM Oct. 30 at 7 p.m. in the Meeting Room at Casa, 230 8 St. S. Come to hear about the past season and plans for 2018, including the announcement of next year’s exciting play and director. Refreshments provided. For more information: Kate Connolly, 403329-4568.

• Crossroads Healing Centre will hold its “Attitude of Gratitude Dinner” Nov. 1 at 6 p.m. at the Lethbridge Lodge Hotel and Convention Centre. Tickets are complimentary but there will be an opportunity to make a donation in order to raise $75,000 towards programming and counselling services. Only 300 tickets are available. To reserve yours, phone 403-327-7080 or email Debbie.Tyslau@crossroadshealing.org. Deadline for reservations is Oct. 18.

• Gem of the West Museum Craft and Hobby Show will take place Nov. 4 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the museum in Coaldale, 1306 20 St. Admission by donation. Calling all artists, crafters and vendors: space is limited; book your table now - $20 per table. For more information or to book a table, contact Myrna at 403-345-4521 or the Gem of the West Museum Society at 403-3451300, ext. 1223.