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• The Sounds of the Season concert series has returned to City Hall, bringing holiday music for residents to enjoy. Concerts are free; donations of unwrapped toys and gifts for children and youth aged 17 and younger and/or nonperishable food items will be collected for the Christmas Hope Campaign. The schedule includes: Dec. 11, noon, Galbraith School; Dec. 12, 10:45 a.m., Lethbridge Montessori School (Scenic);

Dec. 13, 11:30 a.m., Wilson Middle School; Dec. 17, noon, Lethbridge Community Band Tuba Christmas; Dec.

18, 11:30 a.m., Children’s House Daycare & ECS; Dec. 19, noon, St. Patrick’s Fine Arts Division II Choir; Dec. 20, noon, St. Patrick’s Fine Arts Division I Choir; Dec.

21, 1 p.m., AC Vocals. The lineup can also be found online at www.lethbridge.ca/holidayconcerts.

• 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 403-3202005.

• Downtown City Speakers Toastmasters Club

meets every Tuesday over the lunch hour at City Hall, 3rd floor, Room 333. Guests always welcome and can attend at no charge — all ages and abilities. Free parking in the City Hall parking lot. For more information check out www.downtowncityspeakers.toastmastersclubs.org.

• 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 at 7 p.m. and Thursdays at 6 p.m. at 408 13 St. N. (front entrance). For more information call 403-331-0822.

• TOPS #AB 100, Lethbridge meets Tuesdays in the Lower Fireside Room, Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, 2406 11 Ave. S. Please use the door off the parking lot. Weigh-in time 9:15-9:45 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 403-331-3396 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, 403-3813344 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. Some of the areas the society assists in include: Family, civil, criminal, traffic, employment, residential tenancy, immigration, AISH, EI and social assistance issues. For more information, call 403-380-6338 or email lethbridgelegalguidance@telus.net.

• 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.

• Army, Navy & Air Force Veterans Club, 517 5 Ave. S., invites the public to play shuffleboard, mixed darts and billiards (pool) Fridays, 7 p.m.; shuffleboard Tuesdays at 7 p.m.; crib on Wednesdays at 7 p.m.; and open crib tournament second Sunday of the month at 1 p.m.

• Craft and Chat takes place every Tuesday from 1-3 p.m. at the Barons Legion. Bring whatever craft you’d like to work on. Cover charge $1.

• The Lethbridge Blind Bowling league is looking for volunteers to assist with their Blind Bowling Program. We bowl every Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the Holiday Bowl. If you can help with this fantastic program, call Bill at 403-942-1677.

• La Leche League meets monthly (typically the second Tuesday of each month) and provides breastfeeding support and research-based information to pregnant and breastfeeding mothers. All pregnant and nursing mothers, their babies and others interested in La Leche League may attend at no cost. Call 403331-1003 for more information. For time, location and other details, check the website at www.lllc.ca.

• Order of the Eastern Star Maple Leaf Chapter #7 holds its monthly meeting the second Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. at Masonic Hall in Lethbridge.

• Oldman River Potters Guild meets every second Tuesday of the month (except July and August) at 7 p.m. in the studio at 326C 10 St. N. The public is welcome to attend. • Alzheimer Society Taber Caregiver Support Group meets the second Tuesday of each month from 2-3:30 p.m. at Clearview Lodge, 4730 50 Ave., in Taber.

• Stroke Care Partner Support Group meets second Tuesday of every month (Sept. to May) at 6:50 p.m. at the Lethbridge Seniors Centre Organization, Room B. Anyone who provides any level of care to a stroke survivor is welcome. This is a free drop-in service, but please RSVP to our email if you plan on attending. Contact Kelly at 403-359-3811 or email strokeresources@outlook.com for more information.

• Nord-Bridge Seniors Centre will host a trip to Cross Iron Mills Mall for shopping and see the lights of Calgary Dec. 12. Cost will include bus and a good time. Bus will leave the centre at 10 a.m. and return at approximately 10:45 p.m. For more information, call the centre at 403-3293222.

• Revellers Dinner and Games Night will be held Dec. 12 at the basement level at The Keg (Country Kitchen Catering) on Mayor Magrath Drive. Facility is wheelchair accessible. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 6:30. Cost is $20 per person. A reminder that 2019 dues ($10) can be paid while picking up your December dinner tickets. Newcomers - are you a crib or whist enthusiast? Come for a great dinner and a night of cards. Tickets will be on sale one day only, Tuesday, Dec. 11 from 2-3 p.m. at the same location (use east side entrance). Details: Ernie, 403-381-7223; Gerald, 403-381-3620 or Alf, 403-3177242.

• Farming Smarter Conference & Trade Show will take place Dec. 12-13 from 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. at Lethbridge Exhibition Park, north parking lot, main entrance. For the agenda and registration information, visit the website, www.farmingsmarter.com.

• 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, 403-332-0377 or Chuck LeBlanc, 403-715-1712 or email bev@bevleblanc.com. Visit the club website at Eyeopener.toastmastersclubs.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.

• Nord-Bridge Seniors Centre hosts carpet bowling Wednesdays and Fridays at 10 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 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.

• 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.

• A Stroke Survivors Group for stroke victims and their families meets second

Wednesday at 2 p.m. in Room A of the Lethbridge Senior Citizens Centre, 500 11 St. S. The group is part of the Lethbridge Stroke Recovery Association, formerly known as Chinook Stroke Club.

• Prairie Tractor and Engine Museum Society holds a directors’ meeting the second Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. in the Kleeman Building at the Pioneer Village of Coyote Flats on Prairie Tractor property (1.5 km south of Picture Butte High School on Highway 843). An open discussion session immediately follows the meeting. Visitors welcome.

• Alzheimer Society Magrath Caregiver Support Group meets second Wednesday of each month from 1:30-3 p.m. at Garden Vista, 37E 2 Ave. N. in Magrath.

• Barons Ag Society Bingo takes place the second and fourth Wednesday of the month until April 24, 2019 at the Barons Community Hall. Doors open at 7 p.m., bingo at 7:30.

• Lethbridge Public Library will host The Joy of Cookbooks, featuring “Holiday Favourites and Cookie Decorating” Dec. 13 at 7 p.m. at the Main Branch, Upper North Wing. Do you love trying new recipes? Do you find enjoyment in browsing recipe books? Join us on the second Thursday of the month for The Joy of Cookbooks to discuss your favourite cookbooks, share recipes, and bond over cooking experiences. Each month we’ll highlight a specific theme, host guest speakers, or participate in special epicurean activities.

• The Festival of Nativities will take place Dec. 13 and 14 from 1-9 p.m., Dec. 15 from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. and Dec. 16 from 2-8 p.m. at the LDS Church, 2410 28 St. S. (by the Enmax Centre). Come and experience the spirit of Christmas. Hundreds of nativities on display in a unique Biblical setting. Family interactive room and community concerts Dec. 14 at 7 p.m., Dec. 15 and 16 at 3 and 7 p.m. Admission is free.

• Pete & the Re-Petes Christmas Concert will take place Dec. 14 at 7:30 p.m. at Southminster United Church, 1011

4 Ave. S. Tickets are $10 at the door; children under 16 are free. The concert is in support of Papua New Guinea Missions.

• LSCO Christmas Handmade Craft Market will take place Dec. 14 from 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. at the LSCO, 500 11 St. S. Featuring handmade items only; great gift items and Christmas goodies. Everyone welcome. For more details, phone 403320-2222.