Community CALENDAR

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Community calendar is for nonprofit organizations and fundraisers. Please forward your items, at least one week in advance of your event, to communitycalendar@ lethbridgeherald.com

• Pop in Lots with Moms and Tots, a group for moms and tots (dads, grandparents and child-minders, too) meets Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10 a.m.-noon at VIA Church, 2820 18 Ave. N. Enjoy coffee and conversation while letting your kids play. Details: Phone 403-320-2005.

• A New Beginning Al-Anon Family Group, for people affected by someone else’s drinking, meets Tuesdays, 7 p.m., at McKillop United Church, 2329 15 Ave. S. Details: Judy, 403-329-0661.

• Do you, or someone you know, have a gambling problem which is causing havoc in your life and relationships? If so, you’re welcome to attend weekly meetings of Gamblers Anonymous, held Tuesdays 7 p.m. and Thursdays at 6 p.m. at 408 13 St. N. (front entrance). For more information call 403-331-0822.

• TOPS #AB100, Lethbridge meets Tuesdays in the Lounge at Southminster United Church, 1011 4 Ave. S. Please use the office entrance. Weigh-in time: 9-9:45 a.m. Meeting: 10-11 a.m. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) is a not-for-profit support group for members who are trying to lose or maintain their weight. Visitors are always welcome. Details: Judith, 403331-3396 or via the website www.TOPS.org.

• #11 Lethbridge Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron, for boys and girls ages 12-19, meets

Tuesdays from 6:45-9:30 p.m. at the Vimy Ridge Armoury north of the Lethbridge airport, 337 Stubb Ross Road. Details: Capt. B. Look, 403-381-3344 or the armoury office on Tuesday nights at 403-327-7083.

• Lethbridge Legal Guidance, a nonprofit society offering free legal advice to low-income southern Albertans, holds clinics Tuesdays from 5-7 p.m. by appointment only. Call and speak with an Intake Officer to determine eligibility for services. For more information, call 403380-6338 or email lethbridgelegalguidance@telus.net.

• Introduction to The Art of Taiko (Japanese drumming) with HIBIKIYA takes place Tuesdays from 6-7 p.m. at Kingdom Kids Day Care. For details, call Valerie McQuaid at 403-320-1082.

• LSCO Karaoke Club meets every Tuesday from 1-3 p.m. at the LSCO, 500 11 St. S. Come join them for good fun and singing. There is an extensive library with all the words on the screen.

• Fraternal Order of Eagles meeting is held the second and fourth Tuesday, 7 p.m., Eagles Hall, 631 13 St. N. For more details, call 403-327-8365 or visit the website, www.foelethbridge2100.com.

• Lethbridge Centennial Quilters’ Guild meets fourth Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Casa, the new community arts centre on 3 Avenue South. New members are always welcome.

• The 50+ (Senior) Curling Club would like to invite any former members to the fourth Welcome Back Luncheon Jan. 24 at 11 a.m. at the new curling club on the westside (74 Mauretania Rd. W.). Cost is $10. Register by phoning Janet Bell at 403-327-1213 or going to the club website at www.lethbridgecurling

club.com and click on LEAGUES. All the information you need is there.

• Seasons Lethbridge, 1730 10 Ave. S. (across from the hospital), will host an afternoon of music by Alice Tinordi Jan. 24 at 2 p.m. Everyone welcome.

• The Miner’s Days Historical Association of Coahurst will hold its second Annual General Meeting Jan. 24 at 6:30 p.m. at the Coalhurst Community Centre, 527 50 Ave. The association is looking for more community-minded people to join the committee and help plan events throughout the year. For more information, email Coalhurstminersdays@gmail.com.

• Native New Health, a DVD program series designed for Native people by Native people, will continue Jan. 24 from 7-9 p.m. at 408 13 St. N. Each episode has been designed to generate discussion and to assist the viewer in making positive lifestyle choices. This week’s topic is “Nutrition and Your Health.” To register, phone or text Hilda at 403-308-9683.

• EyeOpener Toastmasters Club, for people who want to learn public speaking and leadership skills, meets Wednesdays, 7 to 8 a.m., Legacy Tae Kwon Do, 1236 3 Ave. S. Details: Bev LeBlanc, 403-3320377 or Chuck LeBlanc, 403-715-1712 or email bev@bevleblanc.com. Visit the club website at Eyeopener.toastmasters

clubs.org for more information.

• Coaldale Sunny South Speakers Toastmasters Club meets Wednesdays, 7-8:15 p.m. at the Coaldale Public Library. Hone your public speaking and leadership skills in a friendly, supportive environment. Everyone welcome. For more information, contact Jeff Forrest, 403-345-2980.

• Are you having trouble controlling the way you eat? You are not alone. There is a solution. Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous meets Mondays and Wednesdays at 7 p.m. at Chinook Regional Hospital Parkade Meeting Room. Call Ron, 403-320-2075, or Josephine, 403-345-4242 for details.

• The Lethbridge Scottish Country Dance Club holds social dancing

Wednesdays from 7-9 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 1818 5 Ave. S. Bring soft-soled shoes. No partner or dance experience required. For more details go to www.lethbridgescottishcountrydance.org.

• Nord-Bridge Seniors Centre hosts carpet bowling Wednesdays and Fridays at 9:30 a.m. in the Multi-Purpose Hall at 1904 13 Ave. N. New members are always welcome. Details: phone 403-329-3222.

• LSCO offers bingo every Wednesday from 1-3 p.m. at 500 11 St. S. in the Stage area. Everyone welcome. Booklets are $5, Bonanza $1. Call 403-320-2222 for more details.

• Recreational wheelchair basketball practices are held every Wednesday from 7:30-9 p.m. at the Lethbridge YMCA, 515 Stafford Drive S. Players of all abilities are welcome, disabilities or not. No experience is required.

• General Stewart Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion hosts Ladies Pool every Wednesday starting at 7 p.m. For more information contact the office at 403-327-6644.

• Southern Alberta Bikers meet fourth Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. at the Coalhurst Legion. SAB is open to riders of all makes and models of motorbikes. For more information, email sabvpbrian@gmail.com.

• The Harambee Grandmas, Lethbridge chapter of the Stephen Lewis Foundation’s “Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign,” will host its next Travel Chat Jan. 25 at 7:30 p.m. at Casa (ATB Financial Community Room), 230 8 St. S., featuring “Roman Holiday.” Presenters Grant and Denise Alger share their discovery of the breathtaking wonders of The Eternal City. Visit the Spanish Steps, the Piazza Navona, and the Trevi Fountain. Travel back in time to the sites of ancient Rome and immerse yourself in the art of the Italian Renaissance masters. Come celebrate “La Dolce Vita” in this endlessly amazing city. Free admission; donations welcomed.

• The Southern Alberta Zone Juried Show & Sale will be hosted by the Lethbridge Artists Club. This show is part of a province-wide effort by the Alberta Community Art Clubs Association who invite local artists to participate in juried exhibitions in their area. The show is scheduled for May 5-6. For more information, please attend a short session at Casa (small meeting room) Jan. 27 from 1-3 p.m.

• The Lethbridge Robert Burns Society will hold the 47th annual formal Burns Supper and Dance Jan. 27 at the Multicultural Centre. Cocktails at 5 p.m., formal program at 6 p.m. and dance with live music by Cabot’s Crossing at 9 p.m. Tickets are $60, available at Andrew Hilton Wine and Spirits. For more information, contact lethrbs@gmail.com or find them on Facebook.

• Shaughnessy Community Centre will host its monthly Pancake Breakfast (cost $5) Jan. 27 from 8-11 a.m. Secondhand Treasures rooms will be open.

• The Lethbridge Twinning Society invites community members to participate in this year’s potluck reception to be held Jan. 27 at 6 p.m. The Lethbridge Twinning Society aims to promote friendship, peace and understanding among people from different countries. In celebration of a new year, the society would like to celebrate continued friendships with Culver City, California; Timashevsk, Russia; Towada City, Japan and the City of Great Falls, Montana. As part of the celebration, a student group from the University of Lethbridge (Consejo Quintanarroense de Ciencia y Tecnologia) will perform a cultural dance. If you would like to participate in this event, RSVP to 403-3810038 or by email hcbmkwaq@telusplanet.net.

• Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization will offer “Working with Windows 10” Mondays and Wednesdays, Jan. 29-Feb. 4 from 10 a.m.-noon at the LSCO, 500 11 St. S. This class is designed for anyone learning to use a computer for the first time, or for anyone who feels lost in front of a modern computer. The class will guide you in the basics of using the computer, and allow you to navigate the computer more confidently. Fee: $35 for LSCO members, $60 for non-members. Register by Jan. 25 (after this date add $5). For details or to register, call 403-320-2222.

• Transitions, a 15-week peer support program to help those who are separated or divorced, will take place Tuesday evenings beginning Jan. 30 from 7-9 p.m. at St. Basil’s Parish Hall (604 13 St. N.). Participants will meet once a week to reflect upon and discuss topics such as self-esteem, grief, stress, anger, guilt, blame, loneliness, forgiveness, blended families and more. To register, contact All Saints Parish office at 403-327-8931 or email allsaintslethbridge@shaw.ca.

• Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization will offer the Heart & Stroke Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider course Jan. 31 and again Feb. 6 from 5-9 p.m. at the LSCO, 500 11 St. S. Participants will learn to promptly recognize several life–threatening emergencies, give high–quality chest compressions, deliver appropriate ventilations, and provide early use of an AED. Cost $100 for LSCO members, $110 for non-members. Register by Jan. 24 for the Jan. 31 course, and by Jan. 30 for the Feb. 6 course (after date add $5). For details or to register, call 403-320-2222.

• Fort Macleod 4H Beef Club Sponsorship Night will take place Feb. 6 at the Fort Macleod Community Hall, 301 25 St. Roast beef supper at 5:30 p.m. (cost by donation), silent auction throughout the evening. Fundraiser will support the club and its members’ projects throughout the year. For more details, contact Jeanette at 403-330-2604.

• Are You On Your Own? Come for the 3 C’s (Cooking, Conversation & Companionship), a six-week cooking class for individuals who live alone, Tuesdays,

Feb. 6-March 13 at 2:30 p.m. at McKillop United Church, 2329 15 Ave. S. Instruction will be given each week to create simple, healthy meals to be taken home. The class offers the opportunity to interact with individuals in the same circumstances and to develop new friendships. Cost: $50 per person (fee must be paid at time of registration). To register, call Marlene at Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization, 403-320-2222, ext. 25. Register by Feb. 2. • The 51st Annual Rotary Dinner

Dance will be held Feb. 10 at 6:30 p.m. at the Raymond Cultural Hall, 200 W and Church Avenue. Featuring the program “A Night at the Movies,” roast beef dinner, salad bar, dessert, silent auction and music by the band Hippodrome. Tickets $40 each; tables of 8, $320 or 10, $400. Contact Val Boehme at 403-3933467 or any Rotarian. The event is a fundraiser for community services and international humanitarian service.