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VOLUNTEERS
The Hamilton Literacy Council is looking for volunteer tutors to teach English speaking adults basic reading, writing and math. Next orientation session: Nov. 6, 1 or 5 p.m. (register in advance). Our two-day certified training workshop: Nov. 17 and 24, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Register: 529-9907 or info@hamiltonreads.ca Neighbour to Neighbour Centre, Christmas Program volunteer openings in our warehouse to receive, sort and stock food donations in November and December. Ability to lift 30 to 50 lb an asset. Customer service volunteer opportunities in the food bank. 574-1334, ext. 203 TEAD, The Equestrian Association for the Disabled needs volunteers to help with their therapeutic riding programs. Training offered. Volunteers help with lessons by grooming, tacking, leading horses and sidewalking. Fall session runs to Nov. 25. Commitment of two to three hours once a week, ages 14 and up. 679-8323 Email:volunteer@tead.on.ca
CNIB Vision Mate Program needs volunteers to assist blind and partially sighted community members with walking, reading, organizing or just coffee and conversation. Contact David Wallis at 888-275-5332, ext. 5304 or david.wallis@cnib.ca. Seeking young adults and seniors. YWCA Hamilton’s Seniors Peer Connector Volunteers age 55+ provides in-home visits 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, call 522-9922, ext. 316 or shanley@ywcahamilton.org YWCA Good Beginnings is looking
for volunteers. YWCA Good Beginnings program is a mother and infant volunteer assistance program residents of Hamilton and surrounding area. It provides free in-home support for mothers who experience challenges adjusting after giving birth, feel overwhelmed or are at risk of postpartum depression; 522-9922, ext. 310.
VON Hamilton is looking for volunteers to assist in the adult day centre tending their new community garden and spending time one-on-one or in group activities with clients. Volunteers are also needed to help deliver Meals on Wheels and also urgently needed to share social time and conversation visiting seniors in their home; 529-0700 or voncsshamilton@von.ca. Volunteers are needed to help seniors get to their medical appointments. Flexible schedule and mileage reimbursement. Email: Janis.Doran@von.ca or 529-0700
SELF-HELP
Alpha on Pearl, Oct. 31, 6:30 to 9 p.m. Erskine Church, 19 Pearl St. N. Series of interactive sessions exploring the basics of the Christian faith. 529-2255
Alpha, Nov. 1, 7 to 9 p.m. St. Peter by the Park, 55 Victoria Ave. N. Tea and snacks provided. Register: 544-7710
Path Employment Job Fair, Nov. 2, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Hamilton Public Library, 55 York Blvd. Features 20 employers looking to hire. 528-6611 VON Caregiver Education Series, Nov. 3, 10, 17, 24, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Dundas Family Health Team, 133 King St. W., Suite 203 Dundas (above Shoppers). Free series from Stress to Strength. Register: 523-1055 ext. 408. Email: miriam.cahn@von.ca
Balance Life and Chakas, Nov. 1, 8 to 8:30 p.m. Grace Lutheran Church, 1107 Main St. W. Learn to create a balance in life through balancing and unblocking chakras using powerful meditation techniques. 8 week series. Schann, 226-929-7764
Depression, anxiety, fears and panic attacks. Recovery Canada has a program that will help. Weekly meetings available. 304-6802 or visit recoverycanada.org
MEETINGS
Remembrance Day Ceremony, Nov. 3, 11 a.m. Lost Monument, Hamilton Cemetery, 777 York Blvd. Wreath laying, singing of anthems. Robin McKee, 544-9559 PFLAG Hamilton Wentworth, Nov. 1, 7 to 9 p.m. First Unitarian Church, 170 Dundurn St. S. A support group for LGBTQQIA2S+ persons, families, friends, and allies. Flamborough Heritage Society, Oct. 27, 8 p.m. St. James United Church, 306 Parkside Dr., Waterdown. Speaker: Cal Millar, the Beginning of Crime Stoppers. Free parking, chair lift available Hamilton Video Film Makers, Nov. 2, 7 p.m. Royal Canadian Legion, 12 King St. E., Stoney Creek. See short films filmed at the Stoney Creek Monument. 312-9722 Stoney Creek Historical Society, Nov. 1, 7 p.m. Municipal Centre, 777 Hwy 8. Speaker: Dr. Tyrone Childs, A Passage to Freedom Secrets of the Underground Railroad History. Nonmembers $2 Reunion of Giants, Nov. 1, 7 p.m. Westdale Library, 955 King St. W. Official Lancaster UK Tour Documentary. Valley Town Toastmasters, Nov. 2, 7 p.m. Dundas Town Hall, lower level, 60 Main St., Dundas. Topic: 1936 both the BBC and CBC were created. valleytowntoastmasters.com 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 Stoney Creek Toastmasters, open Thursdays, 7:15 p.m., Optimist Club of Stoney Creek, 890 Queenston Rd. stoneycreektoastmasters.com
FUN TIMES
Harlequin Singers Spooky Trivia
Fundraiser, Oct 27, 7 p.m. Columbus Hall, 2700 Industrial St., Burlington. Trivia, prizes, snacks, silent auction and more. 289-639-1907
Trivia Night, Oct. 28, 6 to 9 p.m. Church of the Resurrection, 435 Mohawk Rd. W. Silent auction, join a team or arrange a team of max 8 people. $10, child $5, $75 (8 people). Tickets: 389-1942 Central Chess Club, Oct. 28, 10 a.m. Central Library, 55 York Blvd. Learn how to play chess.
Euchre, Fridays, 7:30 p.m. Burkholder United Church, 465 Mohawk Rd. E. Prizes, refreshments, $2. Ronnie and the Corvairs, dance, Oct. 28, 8 p.m. Waterdown Legion, 79 Hamilton St. N., Waterdown. Dress up in your costume to win a prize. $5. 690-0723 Milk Bag Making Sessions, Oct. 30, 7 to 9 p.m. St. Francis Xavier Parish, 304 Hwy 8, Stoney Creek. Learn how to weave mattresses out of milk bags for families in third world countries. Handicapped accessible. 379-9830 Snooker Men’s and Women’s House League, Nov. 2, 6 p.m. Branch 163 Legion, 435 Limeridge Rd. E. Oct. to May, $4 week, $132 year. 905-385-3733 Progressive Cribbage, Nov. 1, 7:30 p.m. Branch 163 Legion, 435 Limeridge Rd. E. $5. 387-4515
Tai chi My Style, Oct. 29, 10 a.m. to noon, 947 Rymal Rd. E. Free, easy flowing and practical at your own pace to learn. Sundays rain or shine. 527-7255 Love to Sing? Classic Blend, ladies a cappella barbershop chorus practices Wednesdays, 7:30 to 10 p.m. Transfiguration Lutheran Church Hall, 232 Fennell Ave. E. 545-0667 Catch the Ace, Nov. 1, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Branch 551 Legion, 79 Hamilton St. N., Waterdown. Join Habitat Hamilton at our fundraiser. 689-6112
Euchre, Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Branch 622, Legion, 12 King St. E., Stoney Creek. $2. 662-4171 Progressive Euchre, Oct. 27, 7:30 p.m. Dundas Legion, 280 King St. W., Dundas. $5 PP. 627-7221 Karaoke with Dorrie, Saturdays, 8 p.m. Branch 622, Legion, 12 King St. E., Stoney Creek. 662-4171 Jammers, Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. Branch 58 Legion, 1180 Barton St. E.
GOOD FOOD
Frank’s Seafood Dinner, and down east entertainment, Oct. 28, 6 p.m. St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 27 Orkney St. E., Caledonia. Tickets: $20, seafood chowder, salad, dessert, tea/coffee. 977-7619
Hot Roast Beef Dinner, Oct. 28, 6:30 p.m. Emmanuel United Church, 871 Upper Ottawa St. Tickets: $20, children under 12, $10. Reserve: 389-4150 or euchamilton@gmail.com
Oktoberfest Dinner, Oct. 27, 5:30 p.m. Church of the Ascension, 64 Forest Ave. Tickets: $20. Reserve: 527-3505 Beef on a Bun, Oct. 27, 5:30 p.m. Dundas Legion, 280 King St. W., Dundas. Pulled beef on a bun or lasagna roll-ups with garden salad, fries, $9. 627-7221 Neighbour Night Pasta Dinner, Oct. 27, 5:30 p.m. West Flamboro Presbyterian Church, 262 Middletown Rd. RSVP: 317-8067
Chinese Buffet and desserts galore, Oct. 28, 6 p.m. St. James United Church, 306 Parkside Dr., Waterdown. Tickets: $20, children 12 and under $10, happy meal $5. Advance tickets: 689-4515 Spooky Spaghetti Dinner, Oct. 27, 6 p.m. Wesley United Church, 651 Hwy 8, Stoney Creek. $12. Wear a Halloween costume for a chance to win a prize. Tickets: 662-7227
Community Lunch, Nov. 1, noon to 1 p.m. Church of the Resurrection, 435 Mohawk Rd. W. Delicious and nutritious lunch served Wednesdays. Donations appreciated. Spaghetti Lunch and Fall Bazaar, Oct. 28, 1 to 4 p.m. New Westminster Church, 1025 King St. E. Tickets: $12 PP. 289-260-1302
Fish Fry, Fridays, 4 to 7 p.m. $5.75 to $10. Branch 163 Legion, 435 Limeridge Rd. Karaoke with Annette, 7:30 p.m. 387-4515
PLANT, RUMMAGE, BAKE SALES AND MORE
Rummage Sale, Oct. 28, 9 a.m. to noon, Barton Stone-Mount Hope United Church, 21 Stone Church Rd. W. Clothing, shoes, jewelry, linens, books, games. $5 bag on most clothing. OPIRG McMaster Fair Trade Fest, Nov. 1, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. McMaster University Student Centre, 2nd floor, Room 215, 1280 Main St. W. Products made with respect to people and the planet. Penny Sale, Nov. 1, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Church of the Nativity, 1831 King St. E. Woodturning Show and Sale, Oct. 28, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Oct. 29, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dundas Lions Memorial Community Centre, 10 Market St.
WALKS/RUNS/RIDES
Parkrun, Oct. 28, 8 to 10 a.m. Waterfront Trail, Lakeview Building, 180 Van Wagners Beach Rd. Free
weekly, timed 5k run, run by volunteers. beachstripoffice@parkrun.com or 330-4463
HBTC Hike-A-Thon, Oct. 28, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Alpine Tower at McMaster University, 1280 Main St. W. Enjoy a 2 km or 5 km hike on the RBG trails. admin@hamiltonburlingtontrails.ca
HALLOWEEN HAPPENINGS
Downtown Hamilton BIA Halloween Spooktacular, Oct. 27, 5, to 9 p.m. Gore Park. Free things to do and see, facing painting, Urban Zoo reptile tent, strolling magician and more
Haunted Halloween, Oct. 27, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Westfield Heritage Village, 1049 Kirkwall Rd., Flamborough. Adults $11, seniors/disabled $10, children $6.50 5 and under. Explore by lantern, pumpkins and moonlight. 525-2181
PumpkinFest hosted by Mountain Kidz Klub, Oct. 28, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Eastmount Community Centre, 115 East 26th St. Petting zoo, pumpkins, new costumes for sale, penny sale, costume parade and contest. Preregister 11:30 a.m. 574-4190
Wizarding Workshop, Oct. 28, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Hamilton Museum of Steam and Technology, 900 Woodward Ave. Kids ages 6 to 12 get to perform supernatural science experiments, create potions and make their own wand. Visits from some magical creatures, a ride on the Hogwarts Express train and tour of museum. $50 PP. Pre-registration required. 546-4797 Scarecrow Saturday, Oct. 28, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. downtown Dundas. Enjoy seeing the scarecrows on display, view them all from free horse and trolley rides. Pickup and drop-off location is the Collins Brewhouse’ driveway, 33 King St. W. Halloween Spooktacular, Oct. 28, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mountsberg Conservation Area, 2259 Milburough Line. Free with park admission. Haunted barn, family crafts, face painting and more. Offered every weekend through Oct. 29. visit conservationhalton.ca/events
Kids Halloween Party, Oct. 28, 1 to 3 p.m. Erland Lee Museum, 522 Ridge Rd., Stoney Creek. Kids ages 4 to 9 put on your costume on and get ready for spooky fun-filled day of games, activities, crafts, prizes, healthy snacks and more. $5 per child accompanying adults free. 662-2691 St. Thomas More We Scare Hunger Event, Oct. 31, 4 to 10 p.m. Students will be collecting canned goods from the local community to donate to the Neighbour 2 Neighbour Centre. Halloween Story Time, Oct. 28, 11 a.m. Turn Park Library, 352 Rymal Rd. E. Come in Costume.
MISCELLANEOUS
Christ Church Woodburn, Celebrating 180 Years of Worship, Oct. 29, 5:30 p.m., light supper 7 p.m. service with choir. 1307 Woodburn Rd. RSVP 905-692-1322
Cancer Assistance Program, gala, Nov. 3, 5:30 p.m. Michelangelo Events and Conference Centre, 1555 Upper Ottawa St. Tickets: $75, dinner, entertainment, live auction and more. 383-9797 Cardinal Newman Coop Career Fair, Nov. 1, 8:45 to 10:15 a.m. and 12:45 to 2 p.m. School Library, 127 Grays Rd., Stoney Creek. Students
will showcase their current placements and will display a presentation of their current careers. 523-2314
Powered by Love, A Grandmothers’ Movement to end Aids in Africa, Nov. 1, 7 to 9 p.m. First Unitarian Church of Hamilton, 170 Dundurn St. S. Book launch. Also Burlington Ubuntu Grandwomen Nov. 4, 2 p.m. Burlington Baptist Church, 2225 New St. book launch. Sales will be directed to the Stephen Lewis Foundation to support organizations run by and for African grandmothers Halton Outdoor Club, Fall info fair, Nov. 3, 7 to 9 p.m. Mainway Arena, 4015 Mainway, Burlington. Learn to get involved with skiing, hiking, cycling and more. Free admission/parking. 634-2012 Stories in Stone, Oct. 28, 11 a.m. Hamilton Cemetery free public tours, Civil War Tour and Nov. 4, Veterans Tour. Gatehouse, 777 York Blvd. Approximately 2 hours, hosted by Robin McKee. 544-9559
JUNIOR DATEBOOK
Math Quest, Oct. 28, 2:30 p.m. Waterdown Library, 163 Dundas St. E., Waterdown. Work together to complete fun math activities, get your passport stamped and earn a prize. YMCA Staff Family Fitness Day, Oct. 28, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Les Chater Family YMCA, 356 Rymal Rd. E. Dress up in your fall costume, best costume wins Y swag, snacks available, goody bags to all children. 667-1515 Mathstronauts Afterschool
Program, Oct. 30, 2:30 to 5 p.m. Dalewood Middle School, 1150 Main St. W. Weekly STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) program is designed to inspire middle schoolers to develop skills such as coding, computer aided design, 3D printing and more. 289-887-2157 Email:contact@mathstronauts.ca
PAWS for Reading, Oct. 31, 6 p.m. Hamilton Public Library, 55 York Blvd. The program is designed to help and encourage children to read by pairing them with trained pets and volunteers.
MUSEUMS/GALLERIES
Candlelight Spirit Walk, Oct. 27 and 28, 7 to 9 p.m. Erland Lee Museum, 522 Ridge Rd, Stoney Creek. After hours tour, hear about the history of the home. $15. 662-2691
History Lives Here, evening tours, Oct. 28, 6:30 p.m. Battlefield House Museum, 77 King St. W., Stoney Creek. See history come to life in celebration of Canada’s 150th birthday. Tickets: $20. 662-8458
Sundays at Westfield, Oct. 29, 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. 1049 Kirkwall Rd., Flamborough. Immerse yourself in Westfield’s historic setting; costumed volunteers take you back into earlier times and places with demonstrations and more. Adults, $11; $10 seniors/disabled; $6.50 children. 519-621-8851
SENIORS
Stay Well Program, Oct. 27, 30, 10 to 11:30 a.m. St. Joseph’s Healthcare, 100 West 5th St. group exercise class designed for older adults or those with chronic health conditions. Classes focus on increasing muscular strength, endurance, cardiovascular health, balance and coordination. Free. 522-1155
Lunch and Learn, Nov. 2, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. S.I.M. Gym, St. Joseph’s Villa, 56 Governor’s Rd., Dundas. Const. Kim Kikas, Hamilton Police, talk about personal safety, forms of abuse, how to recognize it in the community, keeping safe from frauds and scams. 627-3541
St. Georges Seniors, Oct. 30, 1 to 3 p.m. St. Georges Church, 134 Emerson St. Singalong, games, light refreshments, make new friends. Wheelchair accessible. 522-3362
Sit and Be Fit, Oct. 27 and 30, 1:45 to 2:15 p.m. S.I.M. Gym, St. Joseph’s Villa, 56 Governor’s Rd., Dundas. $4 or free for members. Classes every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. 627-3541 Hi/Low Aerobics at the S.I.M. Gym, Nov. 1, 8:30 to 9:15 a.m. St. Joseph’s Villa, 56 Governor’s Rd., Dundas. $4 community members 55 and older. 627-3541