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• The Lethbridge Philatelic Society, Postage Stamp Club meets this evening at Insight, #1, 1718-3 Ave. S. at 7 p.m. Meetings consist of Stamp Talk presentations, a raffle and an auction of items brought for sale by the members. Let’s get together and talk stamps For more info visit www.lps57.ca or call Walter at 403-388-9174

• Southern Alberta Council

on Public Affairs every Thursday from noon - 1 p.m. at the LSCO (Lethbridge Senior Citizen Organization) at 500 11 St. S. There is no cost to attend, but donations are gratefully accepted. This week’s presenter is audiologist Glenn Hole, speaking on hearing loss and its impact on cognitive health. Visit SACPA.ca for info.

• Raymond Hospital Auxiliary annual luncheon is set for May 10, with raffle tickets available now ($5 - only 1,000 printed) For more info call Bev at 403-308-2117

• Parkbridge Estates country music jams on Thursday evenings from 5 p.m to 8 p.m. Address is 2928 - 29 Street South (in behind Leon’s). $3 admission. Come sing, perform, dance or just listen. A backup band is provided if needed/wanted.

• Weekly Jitney Cribbage at the Royal Canadian Legion Lethbridge Branch 4, every Thursday at 6:30pm. Public welcome - please come and meet new friends!

• Blankets for Canada: Coaldale - Picture Butte meets every Thursdays from 10-2 p.m. at 2226 23rd Ave. Coaldale. Items may be dropped off in our outside bin or at the Picture Butte drop off at 102 - 4 Street South or Nobleford drop off at 909 Centennial Ave. (blue bin on front deck). For more info call Nellie 403–345–3205.

• Blankets for Canada: Lethbridge meets every Thursday morning from 11:00 to 12:30 at Southminster United Church. We welcome volunteers to knit, crochet or sew blankets to join us. Let’s keep Lethbridge warm this winter. We also welcome donations of yarn or material. Drop off at Michaels or Southminster.

• Gamblers Anonymous - 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 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.

• Adult Children of Alcoholics and/or Dysfunctional Families,a

support group meets Thursdays, 8 p.m., 408 13 St. N. For details call Shannon at 403-315-3482. • Shaughnessy Community Association Coffee Time and Secondhand Treasures Rooms at the Shaughnessy Community Hall 133-3Rd St. Tues and Thur 9-2 PM.

• Coaldale United Church Thrift Shop (2022 – 18 St., Coaldale) Thursdays 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

• Trinity Thrift Store at 528 Maple Cres. Picture Butte runs Thursday 1-4, Saturday 10:30-2:30.

• Barons United Church Thrift

Shop at 113 Main St. Saturdays 10 - 2 & Thursdays 12:30 - 4:30.

• Southern Alberta Art Gallery

Articulations Art Lecture Series join exhibiting artists Harley Morman and Justin Patterson for an in-person conversation about our new exhibitions Don’t Dream It, Be It and Full Bad Moon. Saturday, May 11 from 2 - 3 p.m. Visit www. saag.ca/events for more info.

• Coffee Party & Bake Sale hosted by the Friendship Unit of Knox U.C.W. is set for Saturday, May 11 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Taber Knox United Church Lower Hall. Come and bring a friend!

• The Lethbridge and District Horticulture Society in conjunction with Hilgersom Landscaping will be hosting a perennial plant exchange on Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon at Hilgersom Landscaping located just east of Evergreen Golf on the highway to Coutts. Bring a plant(s) and then take some away. Plants can be taken for a donation if you do not have one to bring. Open to the public.

• Coyote Flats Pioneer Village Jam Session Saturday May 11 at 7 p.m. in Kleeman Hall at Coyote Flats Pioneer Village just outside Picture Butte. Come on out and kick up your heels! • Coalhurst Community Spring Market Saturday May 11 at the Coalhurst Community Centre (527 - 50 Ave, Coalhurst) from 9 a.m. -3 p.m. More than 45 vendors and food trucks. Free admission. For info visit bit.ly/springmarket-2024

• Lethbridge Sport CouncilSportFest - FREE event for families, young adults and sport enthusiasts which features local sport organizations showcasing programs offered in our community! This year there will be a Calm Before the Fest (9-10am) which is an opportunity for neurodivergent individuals to explore sport options in a quieter, less-busy environment. May 11 at 10am - 4pm (Calm Before the Fest, 9 - 10am) at the Servus Sports Centre