COMMUNITY CALENDAR
November 2— Fort Macleod
Barney Bentall is taking The Cariboo Express back on the road, announcing 11 shows for November — and kicking it all off November 2 at Fort MacLeod’s Empress Theatre benefitting the Empress Theatre Society. Recently nominated for a 2018 Western Canadian Music Alliance Community Excellence Award, Barney Bentall & The Cariboo Express will continue to use this, their 13th annual tour, to benefit local charities. The initiative has raised more than $1.4 million over the years, and counting.
November 3 — Coalhurst
The Miners Day’s Historical Association of Coalhurst will hold its annual Christmas Craft Sale Nov. 3 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Coalhurst Community Centre, 527 50 Ave. There will be 50 tables of vendors along with a concession.
November 3 — Coaldale
The Gem of the West's annual Craft and Hobby Show is taking place November 3 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Admission by donation to the museum. Tables at this event are $20, please contact Myrna at 403345-4521 or mlmo@shaw.ca for info.
November 6 — Lethbridge
Do you have an interest in improving the collection and use of data in the nonprofit sector? CCVO is convening a Stakeholder Roundtable for nonprofit professionals in Lethbridge to help determine sector priorities and develop a roadmap that will serve as a foundation for a provincial data strategy. This will be taking place November 6 from 1:30-4 p.m. at Volunteer Lethbridge. To register visit Eventbrite and search: Stakeholder Roundtable Lethbridge. For more contact Diana at 403-3324320 or email: diana.sim@volunteerlethbridge.com
November 9 — Coaldale
Gem of the West Museum in Coaldale will host the Biegel Family in concert Nov. 9 at 7 p.m. Donations appreciated.
November 9-10 — Foremost
Foremost Theatrical Society presents “Sunday Dinner,” a romantic comedy, with permission from Playwrights Guild, Nov 8-10. Cocktails at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 6:30, show at 8 p.m. Tickets $42 (by reservation only), available at W. Buis Holdings (403-867-2436) starting Oct. 17, 9 a.m.. Visa, MasterCard, debit. For more information, call Daphne Johnson, producer, at 403-867-3957.
November 10 — Coutts
Coutts Christmas Market: call for vendors. Takes place in the gym of the historic Coutts School. Tables are $20 each. For info, call Cindy Clarke at 687-762-0212or email cindyclarke@theclayteacher.com
November 24 — Coaldale
COUNTRY XMAS NIGHT OF LIGHTS goes November 24. The Town of Coaldale is now organizing this event. For info, contact Cindy Hoffman, (403) 345-1324 or by email commserv@coaldale.ca
November 29 — Raymond
The Raymond Seniors Club would like to invite all paid up members of 55 years and over of $17 at year to a free Christmas Dinner of turkey with all the trimmings put on by the board members at 6 p.m. at the Raymond Seniors Club building.
December 7 — Coaldale
The Gem of the West Museum Society is pleased to be hosting the 23rd annual Carol Festival. Doors open 6:30 p.m., performance begins at 7 p.m. Come and enjoy the music of the season from talented local choirs, singers, and musicians! Admission by donation.
December 8 — Milk River
Community Christmas Party presented by the Town of Milk River. Get your tickets today and enjoy live entertainment by Milk River's own Border Bound, a catered meal by Laura Balog, and a cash bar operated by the Milk River fire department. Door prizes, 50/50, and the Ugly Christmas Sweater contest. Wear your ugliest Christmas sweater for a shot at winning a prize in the contest. The Christmas party takes place on Saturday at the Milk River Civic Centre. Doors open at 6 p.m. dinner at 7 p.m, and the entertainment starts at 9 p.m. Tickets are $40 and available at the Milk River town office. All proceeds raised goes to ERHS and MRES. Bring a non-perishable food item for the Tri-Community Food Pantry. Open to town residents and surrounding communities. Must be 18+ to attend. For further information, contact 403-647-3773.
December 21-January 2 — Coaldale
The Gem of the West Museum Society office will be closed from.Dec. 21-Jan. 2.