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Volunteers Mission Services of Hamilton, have volunteer opportunities in our kitchens, women’s shelter, drop-ins, and food bank. We would love to hear from you if you have skills such as pastoral care, crafts, hair care, cooking, baking and fitness. Email jcapretta@mission-services.com or 528-5100 ext. 1104 YWCA Hamilton’s Seniors Peer Connector Program, Volunteers age 55-plus provide in-home social support and can accompany isolated seniors to attend activities and appointments in the community. If you are a senior who would like to support other seniors or know an isolated senior that would benefit from connecting with other seniors contact: 522-9922 ext. 316 or shanley@ywcahamilton.org
Cancer Assistance Program is looking for volunteer drivers in the Greater Region of Hamilton for its Transportation Program. Contact Becky at teamlead@cancerassist.ca or 905-383-9797 ext. 102 Seniors Peer Connectors Program, YWCA Hamilton is looking for volunteers to help isolated seniors in Hamilton and build connections to their communities. Volunteers would visit seniors in their homes, accompany them to activities and appointments. Training provided; commitment of 2 to 3 hours per week. 522-9922 ext. 316 Snow Angels are needed to help eligible seniors and people with disabilities with snow removal for the upcoming winter, November to March. Volunteers must be 14 years of age or older, reliable and physically able to participate in snow removal. High school students can obtain community volunteer hours. Register: 523-1910 or NAS@hamilton.ca Urgent need for Foster Families, for children, age 0-16, in the Greater Hamilton Area. Homes for Kids will hold a Foster Parent Information Night on Nov. 30, 7 to 9:15 p.m., at The Children’s Aid Society of Hamilton, 26 Arrowsmith Rd. Couples and individuals are welcome. Rachel at 905-546-5437 or visit homesforkids.com
Volunteer for this year’s Christmas and Holiday Store, food and new gifts for all ages in the new East Hamilton location, Pioneer Memorial United Church, 1974 King St. E. For children, youth and adults living in poverty. Wesley Urban Ministries Inc. Register: wesley.ca/xmas
Busy Fingers, missionary group, needs volunteers to sew, knit and crochet for the poor. We meet Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. to noon in Hamilton. Ronna 385-0809
Community Groups are invited to decorate and submit a Christmas tree to win a prize. A forest of Christmas Trees, magical indoor display of Christmas trees To Dec. 24. Fieldcote Memorial Park and Museum, 648-8144 or at fieldcote@hamilton.ca
Living Rock is accepting volunteer applications for morning, afternoon, evening and weekend shifts. High school volunteer hours available. Kelly@livingrock.ca or 528-7625 ext. 249 St. Peter’s Hospital, 88 Maplewood Ave. Mature and social adult volunteers required to assist patients with recreation and visiting. 777-3837 ext. 12202 or visit our website to apply hhsc.ca/vr North Hamilton Community Health Centre is looking for volunteers for the Children’s Breakfast Club and the Pathways to Education program. nhchc.ca or 523-6611 ext. 3008 Canadian Red Cross, Hamilton needs volunteer drivers in their Transportation Programs in Hamilton, Flamborough and Burlington. Call 522-8485
VON Hamilton is looking for volunteers to help deliver Meals on Wheels. Volunteers are also urgently needed to share social time and conversation visiting seniors in their home. 529-0700 or voncsshamilton@von.caSelf-help Self-Help Parkinson Hamilton, Support Group, Dec. 10, 10:30 a.m. St. Peter’s Hospital, Garwood Jones Auditorium, Alexander Pavilion, 88
Maplewood Ave.
Self-Esteem, Balanced Lives workshop Dec. 13, 20, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. 115 King St. E., 3rd floor. Reserve: 581-3363 or anna@balancedlives.ca
Mood Menders, Dec. 13, 7 to 9 p.m. St. Joe’s Healthcare, Charlton Campus, Juravinski Tower, 2nd Floor, Miller Theatre. Speaker: Claire Kislinsky, St. Joe’s West 5th Hospital. 521-0090 ext. 234
Dundas Community Services, 2 King St. W., Suite 3A is selling Darts tickets to the community, tickets: $19 for a book of 10. Office: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 627-5461
TOPS, Take Off Pounds Sensibly, Wednesdays, 9 a.m. St. Stephen-on-the-Mount Church, 625 Concession St. Diana 388-6335 or Joanne 574-8318
Gambling help group. Think you have a gambling problem or affected by a gambler? Hope, There is Help. Niagara 351-1616 or Hamilton 289-993-1508
Depression, anxiety, fears and panic attacks. Recovery Canada has a program that will help. Weekly meetings available. 304-6802 or visit recoverycanada.org Meetings Soroptimist Club of Stoney Creek-Niagara, meets monthly on a Monday, 7 to 9 p.m. near Eastgate Square. Improving the lives of women and girls. Info: 628-3198 or www.sistoneycreek-niagara.ca
Social Circle, Wednesdays, 1:30 to 3 p.m. Drop in for tea and cookies, social group for women who identify with mental health and isolation concerns, Women’s Centre of Hamilton, 100 Main St. E. #205. 522-0127 Hamilton #1 Toastmasters, Mondays from 7 to 8:30 p.m. downtown YMCA, 79 James St. S., Paddy Cline room. Builds confidence, communication and leadership skills. 648-9503 McMaster Toastmasters, Wednesdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Learn valuable leadership and communication skills. McMaster University Medical Centre, room 1J7. 289-337-0806 Stoney Creek Toastmasters, Thursdays, 7:15 p.m., Optimist Club of Stoney Creek, 890 Queenston Rd. For more, go to the website stoneycreektoastmasters.com Midday Marauders Toastmasters, Wednesday, noon to 1 p.m. Philpott Memorial Church, 84 York Blvd. Improve your presentation and communication skills. vpm-3935@toastmastersclubs.org Fun times Competitive Scrabble Club, Thursdays, 7 to 10 p.m. St. Joseph’s Villa, Dundas. 628-2888
St. Joseph’s Villa Pool, warm water, easy access, aquatic fitness classes (including our new Baby Weights). Self-paced, suitable for all, our instructors will adjust to suit your needs. Learn to swim, parent and tot, private, semi or tri private options. Free parking, 56 Governor’s Rd., Dundas. 627-3541, ext. 2911 or 2264, or visit www.sjv.on.ca
Trivia Night, Dec. 9, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Dundas Branch 36 Legion, 280 King St. W., Dundas. 627-7221
Comedy Night, Dec. 10, 7 p.m. Branch 36 Legion, 280 King St. W., Dundas. Ben Guyatt and guest Mark Matthews. Tickets: $10. 627-7221
Mixed shuffleboard Thursdays, 7 p.m. Hamilton Air Force Association. Info: Andrea hzrose@hotmail.com
Euchre, Fridays, 7:30 p.m. Burkholder United Church, 465 Mohawk Rd. E., $2 includes refreshments
Live entertainment, Saturday, 2 to 5 p.m. Branch 622 Legion, 12 King St. E., Stoney Creek. 662-4171
Euchre, 55+ bid euchre, Wednesday, 12:30 p.m. Branch 163 Legion, 435 Limeridge Rd. E. 387-4515
Euchre, Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Branch 622, Legion, 12 King St. E., Stoney Creek. $2. 662-4171
Cribbage, Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m. Branch 163 Legion, 435 Limeridge Rd. E. $5. 387-4515 Karaoke with Dorrie, Saturdays, 8 p.m. Branch 622, Legion, 12 King St. E., Stoney Creek. 662-4171
Joe Tucker, Dec. 10, 7 p.m. Branch 58 Legion, 1180 Barton St. E. $5
Stoney Creek Jammers, Tuesdays, 6:30 to 10 p.m. Branch 622 Legion, 12 King St. E., Stoney Creek. 662-4171
Craft Circle, Mondays, 9 a.m. to noon. St. George’s Church, 134 Emerson St. Everyone welcome to bring your craft or make new friends and enjoy conversation. Sewing machines available or do a jigsaw puzzle. Coffee and cookies, wheelchair accessible. 522-3362 Scott Woods Old Time Christmas, 7 to 9 p.m. Binkley United Church, 1570 Main St. E. $25 Good Food Christmas Dinner, Dec. 9, 5 p.m. Church of the Ascension, 64 Forest Ave. Tickets: $20. Reserve in advance: 5267-3505 Pies for Poverty Christmas Fundraising Sale, order by Dec. 9, pickup Dec. 16 4 to 67 p.m. and Dec. 17, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Downstairs Kitchen, community outreach of Christ’s church Cathedral, 76 MacAulay St. E. Pies $12: apple, blueberry, deep dish mixed fruit crumble, 2 dozen assorted shortbread, French Canadian Tortierre. dskitchen@bellnet.ca or 529-5452 Loonie Lunch, Dec. 14, St. Andrew’s United Church, 479 Upper Paradise Rd. Homemade, nutritious lunch for $1 or donation. 383-7411 Burlington Knights of Columbus Charity Christmas Turkey Roll, Dec. 9, 6:30 p.m. Knights of Columbus Hall, 2400 Industrial St., Burlington. Turkey passport $10 plate of hot food and a soft drink. 333-3623
December Jammin Breakfast, Dec. 10, 8 to 11 a.m. Bowman United church, 880 Garner Rd. E. Delicious breakfast $9 and music for your pleasure. 648-6943 Pot Luck Dinner and Open House, Dec. 12, 6:30 p.m. Ladies Auxiliary Branch 163 Legion, 435 Limeridge Rd. E. 387-4515
Fish Fry, Fridays, 4 to 8 p.m. Serbian Community Centre, 1415 Barton St. E. Fish Fry, Fridays, 4 to 7 p.m. Branch 163 Legion, 435 Limeridge Rd. E. Followed by Karaoke with Annette. 387-4515 Fish and Chips, Fridays, 4 to 7 p.m. Branch 58 Legion, 1180 Barton St. E. $9 large order, $7 small. Karaoke with Jane from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. 544-6385
Fish ($8) or Chicken ($7), and chip dinner, Dec. 9, 4:30 to 7 p.m. Dundas Legion, 280 King St. W., Dundas. Eat in or Take out. 627-7221
Community Lunch, Wednesdays, noon to 1 p.m. Church of the Resurrection, 435 Mohawk Rd. W. No cost or donation appreciated. 389-1942 Plant, rummage, bake sales and more We’ve got Your Back, 2017 calendar in support of the Women’s Centre of Hamilton. Hand-painted images on the backs of 15 women reveal the courage that women embody when escaping abusive relationships. $20 each or 2 for $35. 519-718-3376 or CR2.4U@yahoo.com Afro-Canadian Caribbean Association Christmas Bake Sale, Dec. 10, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. ACCA Administrative Office, 423 King St. E. 561-4556 Miscellaneous Beth Jacob Synagogue, Lets Raise the Roof Raffle, win a trip to Southern France. Tickets: $100 gives you a one in 400 chance to win. Monies raised go to synagogue repairs. 522 1351 Picture Your Pet with Santa, Dec. 10 and 11, Ren’s Pets Ancaster, 821 Golfinks Rd. from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Photo packages start at $10. 574-7722 ext. 330 Junior Datebook Breakfast with Santa, Dec. 10, 9 a.m. to noon Millgrove Community Centre, 855 Millgrove Side Road, Flamborough. Free. RSVP flamboroughkinclub@hotmail.com Kids Gingerbread Christmas, children from ages three to nine are invited to the Erland Lee Museum, 522 Ridge Rd., Stoney Creek Dec. 17 and 18 at 12:30 or 2 p.m. for a day of Holiday fun. Activities include stories, games, crafts, treats relating to Christmas. Admission: $5 per child. 662-2691 Children’s International Centre, Open House, Dec. 9, 8 to 10 p.m. 189 King William St. Festivals of Light Program and meet people involved in the centre. Community Children’s Christmas Party, pizza and Santa Claus, Dec. 10, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wesley United Church, 651 Hwy #8, Stoney Creek. Free. 643-9858 Pancake Breakfast with Santa, Dec. 10, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Branch 622 Legion, 12 King St. E., Stoney Creek. Ages 5 and under $4, ages 6 and up $8. Santa arrives at 9 a.m. Junior Humane Program, Hamilton/Burlington SPCA. For young animal lovers looking to build their knowledge of animal care and safety. Ages 7 to 9 starts Jan. 18 and ages 10 to 12 starts Jan. 19. Each session is 6 weeks and costs $80. humaneed@hbspca.com or 574-7722 ext. 326.
Kingdom Kids, Wednesdays, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. A free after school program for kids (SK to Gr. 6). Games, crafts, songs, stories and supper. New Westminster Church, 1025 King St. E. 549-2599 or 545-3575
FISH Youth Group, fun, safe and engaging club for high schoolers meets Wednesdays, 7 p.m. for
games, group studies and volunteer opportunities. Ancaster Christian Reformed Church, 70 Garner Rd. E., Ancaster. ancastercrc.org or stop at the WilsonHUB, 370 Wilson St. E., Ancaster Museums/Galleries
Candlelight Tours, visit the mansion lit up for Christmas, Dec, 13, 18, 21, 7 p.m. Ruthven Park National Historic Site, 243 Haldimand Hwy. 54. Adults $14, Seniors $12, children $5. 772-0560
Nelles Manor, Christmas House Tours, Dec. 10, 11, 17, 18, 1 to 4 p.m. Tours run every half-hour, no advance tickets required. Decorated for the season, hot chocolate and cookies. Tickets: $12, $8 students over 14, children 3 to 14 $3, under 3 admitted free. 289-235-7755
Christmas Scottish Tea, Dec. 11, 2 p.m. served with delicious warm scones and clotted cream. Stroll through the mansion. Ruthven park National Historic Site, 243 Haldimand Hwy 54. Advance tickets: $14, seniors $12, children $5. 772-0560 Holiday Table Centrepiece Workshop, Dec. 10, 10 a.m. to noon. Erland Lee Museum, 552 Ridge Rd., Stoney Creek. Preregister: 662-2691 Fieldcote Memorial Park and Museum, call for submissions. The museum is holding a juried exhibition of recent work from Hamilton area artists. Exhibit runs from Jan. 21 to March 18. Submit up to three entries of art work completed within the last two years. 627-0222 or email jep661@gmail.com Treasures and Curiosities. This exhibit features a number of odd and interesting items found in the museum’s collection. Haldimand County Museum and Archives, 8 Echo St, Cayuga. 772-5880 Seniors Seniors Christmas Pot Luck, Dec. 12, noon to 3 p.m. St. George’s Church, 134 Emerson St. Fun and games. 522-7360 Sackville Hill Seniors Recreation Centre Movie Night, Dec. 12 and 13, 6 p.m. Members: $2, nonmembers $4.35. Sign up in advance 780 Upper Wentworth or 546-2541 Sackville Hill Seniors Recreation Centre Dinner Dance, Dec. 10, 6 p.m. Members $30, nonmembers $32.35. Roast beef dinner, music by Aidan Purnell. Advance tickets: 546-2541 Dundas Yoga and Singing for Fun, weekly classes start Jan. 12. Register by Dec. 6. Dundas Community Centre. Yoga, $30, singing group $20 for 10 weeks. woodsideh@gmail.com or 627-7930
Hi-Lite Seniors, crib, euchre, carpet bowling, Wednesdays, 1 p.m. St. Michael’s Anglican Church, 1188 Fennell Ave. E. Rosedale Seniors Club, Rosedale Arena, 100 Greenhill. Progressive euchre, 4 and 6 hand bid euchre, contract and duplicate bridge. Runs Monday to Saturday all year. 540-5320 Mountain Friendship Seniors Club Wednesdays, shuffleboard 1 to 4 p.m.; euchre Thursdays, 1 to 4 p.m. Friendship tea, coffee, cookies after the games. Mountain Arena, Hester St. Has elevator. 388-5075 or 388-1916 Dundas Seniors Club, euchre, bid euchre, shuffle board, cribbage and bridge. Beginners welcome. Tea/coffee, cookies. 627-2433
Stoney Creek Seniors Club 60 (ages 55 plus), 6 King St. W., Stoney Creek. Table top shuffleboard, Tuesdays, 1 p.m. as well as euchre, bid euchre, cribbage and bridge. 664-6110. Beginners welcome
Texas Hold’em, Tuesdays 12:30 p.m., Carpet Bowling Mondays 1 p.m. Also offering Aerobics, Zumba, Tia Chi, Yoga, Ceramics, Pottery, and Belly Dancing. St. Peter’s HARRRP, 705 Main St. E., For times and locations please call, 544-0050 or larry.harrrp@gmail.com
Winona Seniors features weekly activities running Monday to Saturday, Winona Senior Citizen’s Community Centre, 1239 Hwy. 8, Stoney Creek. Activities include: art classes, exercise, zumba, bid euchre, bridge, shuffleboard, line dancing, tai chi, and snooker. Open all year round. 643-4563.