Community CALENDAR

YOUR EVENTS GUIDE LISTING

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

• Knit Wits takes place at the Coaldale Library Sept. 12, 19 and 26, 1:00-3:00 p.m. Keep up on your knitting and stitching projects and socialize. You bring the materials, we’ll supply the cozy seats and fireplace.

• 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: Martha, 403381-0756, or Pearl, 403-369-0890.

• “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 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, 403-3153482. • 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. and the first Wednesday from 4-8 p.m. Clothing and household miscellaneous at very reasonable prices. Cash only. • Lethbridge Horseshoe Club meets every Thursday at 6 p.m. at Henderson Lake park (next to the new pool). The club is always looking for new members. Come and try it; extra horseshoes are available. For more information, call Omer at 403-3208246. • Lethbridge Insight Meditation meets Thursday mornings, 7:30-8:30 a.m. at the Community of Christ Church, 425 11 St. S. Guided meditation in the insight meditation tradition. We generally sit for 30 minutes followed by discussion. We welcome new members. Chairs, cushions provided. By donation. • The Lethbridge Philatelic Society (stamp collectors) meets every second

Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Christ Trinity Lutheran Church, 416 12 St. S. Anyone interested in stamp collecting is welcome. For more information, contact Walter at 403-388-9174. • 702 Wing Air Force Association meets second Thursday, 7:30 p.m., 702 Wing building at the airport. Ex-air force members or anyone interested in aviation are welcome. Details: Walter, 403-381-4352, or Bruce, 403-381-3344. • 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. • Messy Mornings will be offered at the Coaldale Library Sept. 13, 20 and 27 from 11-11:30 a.m. for caregivers with their infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Share a story and engage in some messy fun and play! • Flea Market Fridays take place every Friday from 1-4 p.m. at the Gem of the West Museum in Coaldale during

September. All types of vendors are encouraged - market stall $5 plus rent a table for a toonie. No reservations; first come, first served. Vendor set-up noon to 1 p.m. Presented by Gem of the West Arts and Culture Committee. Questions? Contact: gemartandculture@outlook.com or 403-345-1300, ext. 1223.

• Growing Abilities is a parent support and play group for children with differing abilities. It is open to parents/caregivers and their children with disabilities, as well as siblings and support staff. There will be

planned activities based on children’s developmental needs, abilities and interests. There will also be open-ended activities for siblings and space for parents to connect. This group will be facilitated by an Early Childhood Educator and a Parent Educator, so one-on-one support is not available to children. Give it a try at Family Centre Downtown on Fridays from 2-3:30 p.m. at #225, 200 4 Ave. S. The program is free but people are asked to register by calling 403320-4232. • TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), a non-profit organization which provides support to people wanting to lose weight, meets regularly in Lethbridge and area. Details: Eileen Schmidt, 403-405-2410, or visit the website, www.tops.org. • Celebrate Recovery — a Christ-centred recovery program for any hurt, hang-up and habit, meets Friday nights at Park Meadows Baptist Church, 2011 15 Ave. N. 6 p.m. - supper ($3); 7 p.m. - large group; 8 p.m. - open share small groups; 9 p.m. Solid Rock Cafe. Email celebraterecovery@parkmeadows.ca for more information or visit http://celebraterecovery.ca/wp/. • Nord-Bridge Bingo welcomes the public (18 and over) for a cash bingo with no surcharges Fridays at 1 p.m. (except holidays) at 1904 13 Ave. N. A regular book is $5, extra games $1 each. Come early for breakfast or one of the daily lunch specials. Call 403-329-3222 for more information and/or bus scheduling. • The Senior Club in Raymond is looking for new members. Cost to join is $17. The centre is open six days a week from 2:304:30 p.m.; there is a game room with two pool tables, darts and cards. Potluck is held the second Monday (cost $3 if you bring food or are a member). Rook is played

every Friday at 3 p.m. A social supper is held the fourth Thursday (cost $8). Music provided at meals. If you’re interested in providing entertainment, call Ross Jensen at 403-752-3222. • The Lethbridge Association of the

Blind (LAB) provides numerous activities for the blind and visually impaired in the Lethbridge area. Some of these include dinners with entertainment, attending musicals and tours of local museums. The association also runs a bowling league which takes place weekly at the Holiday Bowl. If you are interested in participating in any of these activities or volunteering to assist with these activities, call Bill at 403942-1677 or email brownwj@shaw.ca.

• The Barons Farmers’ Market will take place Sept. 14 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Barons Community Hall, 209 Noble Street. Featuring local corn on the cob, produce, baking, crafts and more. To reserve a free table or for more information, contact Wendy at 403-7572154. Lunch available. Sponsored by the Barons and District Agricultural Society.

• Helen Schuler Nature Centre’s Junior Naturalists drop-in program will take place

Sept. 14 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m., featuring the theme “Coal.” Children (ages 6-10) will explore all that fall in the river valley has to offer through fun activities, crafts and games. Adults must sign children in and pick them up promptly at noon. For more information, phone 403-320-3064. • The 13th Annual Rob Dixon Memorial Classic Car Show, hosted by Logic Lumber,

will take place Sept. 14 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Logic Lumber Car Museum, 214 31 St. N. Proceeds will again benefit Interfaith Food Bank. All registered vehicles are eligible for door prizes, and Logic Lumber will be giving away an 8-x-12-foot shed built by Fox Buildings; enter as many times as you like, each entry requires a $10 donation to Interfaith Food Bank. Raffle tickets for the shed are available ahead of the event as well, at both Logic Lumber and Interfaith Food Bank. Spectators can participate in a 50/50 draw and silent auction. Food vendors will be on site. Car show registration from 8-10 a.m. or call 403-328-7755. • Saturday Family Movie Matinee will take place Sept. 14 at 1:30 p.m. at the Coaldale Library. Join us to watch a free movie, and feel free to bring your blanket and pillow to get comfy. • German Canadian Club of Lethbridge will hold its Anniversary Dance Sept. 14 at 902 6 St. S. Doors open at 5 p.m., dinner at 6 p.m., dance 7-11 p.m. with music by Blue Steel. Cost: $25 for members, $35 for invited guests. For German dinner nights and dinners/dances, call 403-320-1689, ext. 3 to reserve your seats. • Family Concert and Comedy Night with Wendy — singer-songwriter, comedian and inspirational speaker —

Sept. 14 at 7 p.m. at Maranatha Christian Reformed Church, 260 McGill Blvd. W. Tickets: $10 at the door. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. For more details, phone 403-3817744. Childcare available. Refreshments served. For more information about Wendy, visit the website www.wendy.ca. • Tai Chi Easy/Medical Qi Gong takes place Saturdays, 8:45-10 a.m. at the Canadian Yoga Institute, 1238b 3 Ave. S. (phone 403-320-8036). A very simple practice carefully developed to support and empower you in your quest for improved health, vitality, and peace of mind. Experience slow gentle rhythmic movements and postures ,encompassing mindful meditation. Using traditional Chinese techniques to activate the healer within you. • Trigeminal Neuralgia Support Group meets the second Saturday of the month at 2 p.m. in Room C and D at the LSCO, 500 11 St. S. Trigeminal neuralgia is a neuropathic disorder characterized by episodes of intense pain in the face, originating from the trigeminal nerve. Individuals with TN and their family members are invited to attend meetings. For more information, call Don at 403-3307937 or email brewsd8@gmail.com, or Mackenzie at 403-380-2824 or email mackenzie.lea@hotmail.com. • 39th annual Lethbridge Terry Fox Community Run will be held Sept. 15 at the Civic Centre Track, featuring special guest Fred Fox, Terry’s brother. 11 a.m. registration; 12 p.m. start. No entry fee to participate. Participants are welcome to walk, run, rollerblade, cycle. Run is a pet-friendly and wheelchair friendly event. For more information, email lethbridgeterryfoxrun@gmail.com or register online at www.terryfox.ca/terryfoxrun/lethbri dge. • A Hoop Dancing adult workshop will take place Sept. 15 from 2-3 p.m. at Helen Schuler Nature Centre. Join Maria Livingston (Bigstone Cree First Nation) for an introduction to hoop dancing, the meaning of the dance, and how it is connected to nature. Fee $15; ages +16. To register, call 403-320-3064.

• Science Literacy Week takes place Sept. 16-22. Visit The Crossings Branch for a week-long celebration of science and oceans research in Canada. Activities include crafts, movies, and a scientist meet and greet. Full event details are available at lethlib.ca.

• Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization will offer a Zumba class Mondays, Sept. 16-Nov. 4 from 5:156:15 p.m. at the LSCO, 500 11 St. S. A fusion of Latin and international music and dance combinations will have you moving to a blend of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body. Fee: $38 for LSCO members; $56 for non-members. Register by Sept.

13. To register or for more information, call 403-320-2222 or visit the website lethseniors.com. • Lethbridge Senior Citizens

Organization will offer a “Bars, Plates and Weights” exercise class Tuesdays, Sept. 17–Dec. 3, 8– 8:45 a.m. and

Wednesdays, Sept. 18-Dec. 4, 12:0512:55 p.m. at the LSCO, 500 11 St. S. This class is designed to increase participants physical strength through weight-bearing and resistance exercises. All major muscle groups are worked. Fee: $66 for LSCO members, $96 for nonmembers. Register by Sept. 13. To register or for more information, call 403320-2222 or visit the website lethseniors.com. • The 14th annual Mayor’s Luncheon for Business and the Arts, produced and hosted by the Allied Arts Council of Lethbridge, will take place Sept. 19 from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at the Sandman Signature Lethbridge Lodge. Tickets are $60, available from the Allied Arts Council office (318 7 St. S.), by calling 403-320-0555 or online at artslethbridge.org.