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• The Probus Club will hold its monthly meeting Feb. 21 at 9:30 a.m. at Country Kitchen Catering (lower level of The Keg). Guest speaker Michael Stephens, project manager of Fortis Alberta, will share his diary notations and photos in a lecture regarding Fortis’ efforts to restore power to the town of Waterton after last year’s fire. He will also discuss Alberta’s electrical grid system and how we get power from source to the user which includes our residences. A $5 fee is required at the door. Guests are most welcome.

• Galt Museum’s Daytime Galt Workshops hands-on history program for adults and seniors continues Feb. 21 from 10:30 a.m.-noon, featuring “Painted Rocks.” Learn about the history of rock gardens and make your own painted rock to keep as decoration in your garden. Admission fees apply (includes exhibit access); free to annual pass holders.

• Galt Museum’s Wednesdays at the Galt lecture series for adults and seniors continues Feb. 21 from 2-3 p.m., featuring “A Collection of Music.” Enjoy a musical performance by Chris Roedler as he plays a collection of his favourite songs that tell stories and paint images. Admission fees apply (includes exhibit access); free to annual pass holders.

• Seasons Lethbridge, 1730 10 Ave. S. (across from the hospital) will hold a jam session Feb. 21 at 6:30 p.m. Everyone welcome. •

McKillop United Church’s Justice,

Peace and Social Action group will host a talk by James Daschuk, the award-winning author of “Clearing the Plains: Disease, Politics of Starvation, and the Loss of Aboriginal Life,” Feb. 21 at 7 p.m. at Southminster United Church, 1011 4 Ave. S. Daschuk, a professor at the University of Regina, will be speaking about his research into how First Nations populations were driven from their traditional hunting grounds onto reserves in the mid1800s, and the resulting tragedy. A time to share conversation and coffee will follow at 8:30 p.m. in the church fellowship hall. Held in partnership with Southminster United Church, Southern Alberta Council on Public Affairs and Ecumenical Campus Ministry.

• Boys and Girls Club of Lethbridge will host its 5th annual “I Stand Against” event Feb. 21 from 7-9 p.m. at the Galt Museum and Archives. I Stand Against: Mental Health Stigmas tackles issues of bullying and abuse in the community. There will be over 20 organization in attendance with activities including art therapy, yoga therapy, and pet therapy sessions. There will also be food and beverages along with youth and community speakers to talk about their experience with mental health.

• 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.

• 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 403-3293222.

• 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 information.

• 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.

• 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 information go to www.lethbridge scottishcountrydance.org. • 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 403327-6644.

• The Canadian Yoga Institute offers classes in Tai Chi and Qi Gong, Saturdays, 10 a.m.-11:15 a.m., and Divine Sleep Yoga Nidra, Wednesdays, 7:15-8 p.m. at 1238B 3 Ave. S. Call between 12 and 4:30 p.m. for full details. Call 403-394-9642 to register.

• The Sons of Norway, dedicated to preserving and promoting the Norwegian heritage in Lethbridge, meets the third Wednesday of the month for dinner, socializing and organization of activities. Anyone interested in learning more about the Sons of Norway can call Hans Isele at 403-328-0753. • The Neighbourhood Watch Society of Lethbridge (NWSL) will hold its Annual General Meeting Feb. 22 at 6:30 p.m. at the Southern Alberta Ethnic Association, 421 6 Ave. S. The NWSL is dedicated to promoting safe and welcoming communities. For more information, contact John Pickles at 403320-5614. • Galt Museum will host “Collections Tour,” a special all-ages event Feb. 22 from 4-5 p.m. Explore the collections of the museum with Kevin MacLean. Learn about the acquisition process and what kinds of items has in its collection of southern Alberta artifacts. Size of tours will be restricted so please reserve your spot on the tour (phone 403-320-3954). Tours run approximately 45 minutes. Regular admission fees apply; free to annual passholders. • Dynamically Speaking Toastmasters Club

meets Thursdays, 7 a.m., Country Kitchen (lower level of The Keg). All are welcome. Details: Deanne Wirzba, 403-328-8944.

• Al-Anon, a group for those facing problems caused by someone else’s drinking, meets Thursdays at 1 p.m. at the Family Centre, Suite 225, 200 4 Ave. S. (Lethbridge Centre). Details: Pat, 403359-2169 or Marlene, 403-388-7319.

• “Easy Does It” Al-Anon for adult children of alcoholics, a support group for people who want to learn healthier coping skills in their relationships, meets

Thursdays, 7 p.m., Church of the Good Shepherd, 2406 11 Ave. S., front door. Details: Judy, 403-329-0661.

• Blankets for Canada Lethbridge meets Thursdays from 10 a.m.-noon at the west entrance of Southminster United Church (11 Street and 4 Avenue). We are in need of more volunteers. Donations of yarn or financial donations are greatly appreciated, also eight- or nine-inch squares as well as strips 70 inches long, knitted or crocheted. Items may be dropped off at the church or at Michael’s craft store at Park Place mall. For more information, call 403-329-6586 or 403329-4410.

• Adult Children of Alcoholics and/or Dysfunctional Families, a support group for people who grew up with the rules Don’t Talk, Don’t Trust, Don’t Feel, meet Thursdays, 8 p.m., 408 13 St. N. Details: Ann, 403-382-9925, or Shannon, 403-315-3482.

• Royal Canadian Legion General Stewart Branch No. 4 hosts cribbage

every Thursday with a start time of 6:45 p.m. Don’t be late; come out and play.

• The Coaldale United Church Thrift Shop (2022 18 St.) is open Thursdays from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. as a service to the community. Most clothing and shoes at $2. Household items very reasonably priced — Christmas decorations, bedding, tablecloths, curtains, kitchen items, books, fine china, jewelry and more. Cash only. Come and browse.

• Are you looking for a free place to get your kids out of the house doing productive things on a Thursday evening? Me and My Family promotes learning through play in a space designed for caregivers and their children to explore and grow. Building, colouring, painting and dress-up are all regular activities at Family Centre. Come down to Family Centre downtown on Thursdays from 67:30 p.m. Located at #225, 200 4 Ave. S.

• Are you interested in writing? The River Bottom Writers invite you to join them the second and fourth Thursday of every month at 6:45 p.m. in the Richardson Oilseed Room at Lethbridge College for a session of informal writing practice. All genre writers are welcome. Bring pen, paper or laptop.

• Lethbridge Friendship Force Club meets on the fourth Thursday of every month at 6:30 p.m. at Chinook High Library. Visitors and future members are welcome. For more information call Liz at 403-381-1081.

• Trinity United Church in Picture Butte will present the jamani duo, a percussion twosome, Feb. 23 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased in advance or at the door. Refreshments will be served after the concert. For further information, call Joan at 403-732-5708. For more about the jamani duo, visit www.jamanimusic.com/.

• The PAW Society will hold its annual pool tournament and silent auction Feb.

25 at Shotz Billiard Club and Lounge, 1120 2 Ave. S. Doors open at noon, and play starts at 1 p.m. Players can register beforehand or on that day. Registration is $25 and includes pizza. Prizes will also be awarded. For further information, call Joan at 403-732-5708.

• The German Canadian Club of Lethbridge, 902 6 St. N., will host a German Dinner Feb. 26 featuring pork hocks and Oktoberfest sausage. Doors open at 4:30 p.m., take-outs at 5 p.m., dinner at 5:30 p,m. Cost is $20 per person. For reservations and tickets, call 403-320-1689 (press “3” at prompt).