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• The Probus Club of Lethbridge will meet at Country Kitchen, Lower Level, April 18. Guest speaker is Dr. Gerlinde Metz from the University of Lethbridge Neuroscience Department. Her research program focuses on the influence of experience and environment on brain plasticity and behaviour and much more. 9:30 a.m. social time is followed by a short meeting at 9:45 a.m. There is a $5 charge at the door; guests are always welcome.

• Galt Museum’s Wednesdays at the Galt lecture program for adults and seniors continues April 18 from 2-3 p.m., featuring “Sports Cards & Memorabilia.” Grant Gatto of Pirates Cove Collectibles will speak about sports cards along with collectible memorabilia from sports, movies and TV. Admission fees apply; free to annual pass holders.

• Seasons Lethbridge, 1730 10 Ave. S., will hold a jam session April 18 at 6:30 p.m. Everyone welcome.

• Minus One, a bereavement support group for younger widows, will hold its next meeting April 18 at 7 p.m. at the Family Ties Gathering Space, 909 3 Ave. N. For more information, email minusonelethbridge@gmail.com, or go to Minus One on Facebook.

• 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.

• 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.lethbridgescottishcountrydance.org.

• The Canadian Yoga Institute offers classes in Divine Sleep Yoga Nidra, Wednesdays, 7:15-8 p.m. until May 27, and Tai Chi Easy and Medical Qi Gong, Saturdays, 10 a.m.-11:15 a.m. until May 30, at 1238B 3 Ave. S. Call 403-394-9642 between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. for full details and 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 Alberta Genealogical Society, Lethbridge Branch will hold its monthly meeting April 19 at 7 p.m. at Room 128, 909 3 Ave. N. Everyone is welcome. The presenter will be Jim Benedict, Guild of One Name Studies, Regional Representative, from Calgary, who will speak about the surname research, and the benefits of Guild membership. Resource Centre hours weekly: Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 1:30–4:30 p.m.; first Tuesday of each month: 6-9 p.m. Website: https://lethbridgeags.theboss.net.

• The Southern Alberta Branch of the National Association of Federal Retirees (NAFR/FSNA) will hold an Annual General Meeting April 19 at Country Kitchen Catering (below The Keg restaurant, 1715 Mayor Magrath Drive S. Venue is wheelchair accessible. Doors open at 4:30 p.m., dinner (salad, roast beef and dessert) served at 5:30 p.m. Cost $22 per person. Guest speaker will be Lori Penner, grief counsellor and support co-ordinator at Nord-Bridge Senior Centre. Members of the association who wish to attend are asked to phone 403-328-0801 and leave their name and the number of persons attending. Any ex-federal employee who may be interested in joining the association is most welcome.

• McKillop United Church, 2329 15 Ave. S., will host two National Film Board films from the Standing Alone Trilogy on April 19 at 6:30 p.m. in the Lane Lounge. The two films feature Blackfoot Elder Pete Standing Alone, filmed on the Blood Reserve. In “Circle of the Sun” (1960), a young Blackfoot man looks for his place in the world and the Sun Dance is shown on film for the first time. “Standing Alone” (1980) focuses on Standing Alone's transformation into a spiritual elder and community leader.

• Trinity United Church in Picture Butte will host a concert, “An Evening of Brass,” featuring University of Lethbridge students and faculty, April 19 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15, and can be purchased in advance or at the door. Refreshments will be served following the concert. For more information, or for tickets, contact Joan at 403-732-5708.

• Lethbridge Public Library will host the “Up in Smoke” Speaker Series April 19 and April 26 at 7 p.m. in the Theatre Gallery at the Main Branch. April 19 will feature “Cannabis and the Law” with guest speaker Ethan Bayne, executive director of Strategy & Planning from the Alberta Cannabis Secretariat; April 26 will feature “Cannabis and Youth” with guest speakers Christ Windle, health promotion facilitator with AHS Addiction and Mental Health and Courtney Barks, adolescent addictions counsellor.

• Dynamically Speaking Toastmasters Club meets Thursdays, 7 a.m., Country Kitchen (lower level of The Keg). All are welcome. Details: Deanne Wirzba, 403328-8944.

• 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, 403-359-2169 or Marlene, 403-3887319.

• “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. For more details, call 403-329-6586 or 403-329-4410.

• 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.

• 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.

• Family Centre presents Me and My Family, a drop-in program designed for working parents to spend time playing and connecting with their children before heading home for the evening. For all families with children ages 0-8 years. Explore a wide range of activities that will encourage children’s physical activity, imagination and creativity. Takes place Thursdays from 5:30-7:30 p.m., April 12-June 28 at Family Centre, Downtown, #225, 200 4 Ave. S. (in Lethbridge Centre).

• Want to learn more about Parkinson’s disease? You’re invited to the Parkinson

Alberta Support Group meetings third Thursday of the month, September to June, 2 p.m., Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization, 500 11 St. S. For more details, call Alicia Visser, 403-317-7710.

• An Ethnic Food Fair will be held April 20 at 6 p.m. at the Salvation Army Community Church of Lethbridge, 1302 4 Ave. S. Featuring 10 nationalities. Tickets at the door: $5 for 10 samples of food, $10 for 20 samples. Free coffee, tea and juice. A craft table will also be available. Proceeds go to Women’s Ministry Missions. Everyone welcome. • The Lethbridge Christian Men’s Choir, along with the Lethbridge Christian Women’s Choir will hold a Spring Concert, “Holy is the Lord,” April 20 at 7:30 p.m. at Trinity Reformed Church, 1100 40 Ave. N. The concert brings praise to God in song, as both groups perform individual numbers, with the highlight being mass singing numbers with both groups. There is no charge with only a freewill offering collection to offset costs for music and this program. For questions, call Peter at 403-328-7985.

• The Watoto Children’s Choir will perform April 20 at 7 p.m. at Lethbridge First Baptist Church, 1614 5 Ave. S., as part of their “Signs & Wonders” tour. The choir, whose members are orphans and other vulnerable children, present new music from Watoto Church in Uganda. Come for a fun and family-friendly musical event. Admission is free, but there will be opportunities to donate to Watoto’s projects. For more about the Watoto Choir, visit www.watoto.com. More details on the Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/2 053035044968675/.

• A book signing featuring Donna Clewes, the author of “Safe Behind the Little Waterfall: Finding Peace and Freedom Through the Journey of Healing,” will take place April 20 from 15:30 p.m. and April 21 from 1-5:30 p.m. at Chapters in Park Place.