Too good to miss
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VOLUNTEERS
Assistant Volunteer Coordinator, for It’s Your Festival. Mature, reliable, organized adult to join our team. Hours are flexible. Send resume to Monica: itsyourfestivalvolunteer@gmail.com. Airport Ambassador Program
Volunteers, provides a warm and hospitable environment while facilitating a seamless travel experience. You will be assisting passengers and visitors in various ways throughout the Hamilton Airport Terminal Building. Email: info@flyhamilton.ca.
Kitchen Volunteer, helping to prepare meals at the Wesley Day Centre, chopping, cooking, washing dishes, serving and other duties. 528-5629.
First Place Hospitality Volunteer, assisting servers to provide meals and drinks to senior residents and community members attending the dining hall, meeting and greeting customers as they arrive, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 528-5629.
Volunteer for Shopping by Bus, , 8:30 to 4:30 p.m. Fortinos, 50 Dundurn St. S. Assisting older adults with support on and off the bus on their way to No Frills and/or Fortinos. 528-5629.
Volunteers needed for Seniors Outreach Program, shopping in Burlington helping seniors on and off the bus and helping with their grocery shopping and providing social interaction. Fortinos 1059 Palins Rd. 528-5629.
Friends of the Aviary, 85 Oak Knoll Dr. is open to the public every Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m. There is an assortment of small to large parrots available for viewing. For volunteer opportunities 546-4842. YWCA Good Beginnings is looking for volunteers. Mother and infant volunteer assistance program provides residents of Hamilton and surrounding area with 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.
SELF-HELP/WELLNESS
High School Diploma Programs for Adults, April 15, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. community and continuing education, Hill Park Learning Centre, 465 East 16th St. Need to improve your English, literacy or math skills or just need to finish final credits to graduate. 561-2190.
Four Views on Healing, April 15, 2 p.m. Burlington Public Library, 2331 New St. Disha Trivedi (Hindu), Venerable Man Yee (Buddhist), Rabbi Arliene Botnick (Jewish), Dr. Roya Rahimpour (Baha’i). Open discussion. Free.
Job Fair, April 17, 9 a.m. to noon, Goodwill Career Centre, 1050 Upper Gage Ave. Maple Leaf will be hiring for seasonal and prime opportunities. 526-8488.
Support after Suicide, April 17, 7 p.m. Kitching, Steepe and Ludwig Family Centre, 146 Mill St. N., Flamborough. Drop-in support to adult survivors of suicide looking to find out about additional resources or to receive ongoing support. 689-4852 Osteoarthritis of the Hand, April 19, 1:30 p.m. Fortinos, 1579 Main St. W. Free interactive program that demonstrates practical tips, exercises, adaptive devices and splints. Registration: 1-800-321-1433 ext. 3101.
Counselling Clinic, April 19, 12:30 to 4 p. m. Dundas Community Services, 2 King St. W., Unit 3A. In partnership with Catholic Family Services, presents an individual and family counselling clinic, every Thursday. A fee will be charged to clients based on income. Register: 627-5461.
Alpha, April 16, 6:30 p.m. Dundas Calvin Church, 420 Highway 5, Dundas. 519-242-9304. Networking with Job Developers, April 16, 9:30 a.m. Goodwill Career Centre, 1050 Upper Gage Ave. Discuss job search and share job leads. 526-8488.
Weight Loss Group, April 16, 6:15 p.m. Wesley United Church, 651 Hwy 8, Stoney Creek. Take off pounds sensibly, first visit free. 289-682-2338.
Overeaters Anonymous, Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions of OA, Mondays, 7:30 p.m. St. Mark’s United Church, 1 Lynndale Dr., Dundas. 226-339-4890, https://oa.org/.
Canadian Calorie Counters, Mondays, 1 to 2 p.m. Millgrove United Church, 370 5th Concession W., Flamborough. Support to those looking to lose extra pounds. 289237-5381.
Al-Anon and Alateen Hamilton and Burlington, help for anyone whose life is, or has been, affected by someone else's drinking. 5221733 alanonhamiltonburlington.ca/. Mental Health Rights Coalition, #103 — 100 Main St. E. Need to talk about mental health or addiction issues? Peer support 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday to Friday. 5452525 or mentalhealthrights.ca.
MEETINGS
Parkinson Support Group, April 14, 10:30 a.m. St. Peters Hospital, Garwood Jones Auditorium, Alexander Pavilion, 88 Maplewood Ave.
Protecting Pollinators, April 16, 2 p.m. Sherwood Library, 467 Upper Ottawa St. Learn how you can help pollinators in your yard. Speaker Jen Baker, Hamilton Naturalists’ Club and Juby Lee, Environment Hamilton. 546-3249.
Drug Use Among Youth in Dundas, April 16, 6 to 8 p.m. town hall, 60 Main St., 2nd Floor. Public meeting to learn about trends in drug use in Dundas and local resources available to help youth.
CFUW Hamilton, April 17, 7 p.m. Sackville Hill Seniors Recreation Centre, 730 Upper Wentworth St. Speaker: Bonnie Brittain, Music Therapy: the Healing Power of Music.
WISE Genealogy, April 17, 7 p.m. Irish Canadian Club of Hamilton, 389 Concession St. British Isles Group, discuss your family history. Ancaster Horticultural Society, April 17, 7:30 p.m. Ancaster Old Township Hall, 314 Wilson St. E. Speaker: Jasmine Loftman, Transform your health with nutrient dense produce.
Winona Horticultural Society, April 18, 7:30 p.m. St. John’s Anglican Church, 1285 Hwy 8, Stoney Creek. Speaker: Dana Schultz, Xeriscaping, a gardening practice that reduces or eliminates the need for supplemental watering. Flamborough Horticultural Society, April 18, 7:30 p.m. St. Thomas the Apostle Church, Parish Hall, 715 Centre Rd., Waterdown. Speaker: Darren Heimbecker, A Peony for Your thoughts. 689-6722.
The Trump Talks, Gender and Politics, April 18, 7 p.m. McMaster Centre for Continuing Education, One James St. N. Speaker: Dr. Karen Bird. register by April 18. 5234444.
Ontario Archaeological Society, April 19, 7 p.m. Fieldcote Memorial Park and Museum, 64 Sulphur Springs Rd. A lecture or film is presented with coffee and snacks. Free. 648-8144.
Valley Town Toastmasters, April 19, 7 p.m. Dundas Town Hall, lower level, 60 Main St., Dundas. valleytowntoastmasters.com.
First Waterdown Toastmasters, Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. Grace Anglican Church, 157 Mill St. N., Waterdown. Open to the public. Attend your first three meetings for free. Visit waterdowntoastmasters.com. Stoney Creek Toastmasters, April 19, 7:15 p.m. Optimist Club Hall, 890 Queenston Rd., Stoney Creek. Public speaking and leadership training. 549-1354.
FUN TIMES
Euchre, April 14, 1 p.m. Royal Canadian Legion, 79 Hamilton St. N., Waterdown. 689-6112.
Free Workshop, April 17, 9:30 a.m. Immanuel Christian Reformed Church, 61 Mohawk Rd. W. Make and take your own environmentally friendly laundry soap at The Soap Kitchen. 385-0662.
Hamilton Old Tyme Fiddle Club, April 18, 1 p.m. Faith Lutheran Church, 1907 King St. E. Bring your fiddles, instruments and singing voices. 549-1806.
Catch the Ace, April 18, 6:30 p.m. Branch 551 Legion, 79 Hamilton St. N., Waterdown. Join Habitat Hamilton at our fundraiser. 689-6112. Active Fit Exercise, April 18, 9:45 a.m. Glanbrook Arena, upstairs room, 4300 Binbrook Rd. Bring water. $5. 692-3464.
Whiskey Chasers Band, April 13, 8 p.m. The Wing, 447 Wing RCAF Association, 3210 Homestead Dr., Mount Hope. 296-4578.
Mark LaForme, April 14, 2 p.m. 447 Wing RCAF Association, 3210 Homestead Dr., Mount Hope. 289280-0157.
The Pepper Shakers Band, April 14, 8 p.m. Branch 551 Legion, Waterdown, 79 Hamilton St. N. Flamborough. 690-0723.
Kris and Jorge, April 20, 6 p.m. Hamilton Air Force Association, 128 King St. E., Dundas. Fish and chips served from 5 to 7:30 p.m. 628-6697.
Euchre, April. 14, 1 p.m. Royal Canadian Legion, 79 Hamilton St. N., Waterdown. Also Tuesdays at 7 p.m. 689-6112.
GOOD FOOD
Tapleytown United Church Beef Dinner, April 15, 4 to 7 p.m. 413 Mud St. E., Stoney Creek. Roast beef dinner and pie. Tickets: $18, children (six to 12) $5. 643-2376. Spaghetti and Meatball Dinner, April 16, 4 to 8 p.m. 447 Wing RCAF Association, 3210 Homestead Dr. Tickets: $10, children 3 to 10, $5. 296-4578.
St. Vladimir’s Ukrainian Orthodox Church, 855 Barton St. E. Perogies ($7/dz), cabbage rolls ($15/dz), borscht ($7/L). April 27 and 28, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Preorders only by April 20. 547-9777 or stvladperogies@gmail.com. Jammin’ Breakfast, April 14, 8 to 11 a.m. Bowman United Church, 880 Garner Rd. E., Ancaster. $10. Bring your own musical talent. Community Lunch, April 18, noon to 1 p.m. Church of the Resurrection, 435 Mohawk Rd. W. Delicious and nutritious lunch served Wednesdays. Donations appreciated.
Fish and Chips, April. 13, 4:30 to 7 p.m. Fish ($9) or Chicken ($8), and chip dinner, Dundas Legion, 280 King St. W., Dundas. Eat in or take out. Trivia to follow. 627-7221.
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.
Fish and Chips, April 13 4 to 7 p.m. Branch 58 Legion, 1180 Barton St. E. Haddock, fries, coleslaw, beverage, $9. Selection of pies. 544-6385.
SALES AND MORE
Silent and Live Auction, April 13, 6:30 p.m. MacNab Street Presbyterian Church, 116 MacNab St. S. Paintings, antiques, gifts, books, antiques and more. Free admission. Giant Book Sale, April, 14, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Livingston Activity Centre, 18, Livingston Ave., Grimsby. Raising 'Dollars for Scholars'. Grimsby Canadian Federation of Women, book sale to raise funds for scholarships to local graduating high school women.
WALKS/RUNS/RIDES
Lady Hamilton Cub Walking Tour, April 13, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Visitor Centre, Lister Block, 28 James St. N. Free walking tour of historic city centre. Register: Liz@heeney.ca. Walk or Run to Quit, April 16, 7 p.m. Running Room, 1791 Stone Church Rd. E., #4005, Stoney Creek. Looking to quit smoking? Walk or Run to Quit is an innovative quit smoking program that pairs the quit smoking expertise of the Canadian Cancer Society with Running Room Canada’s Learn to Walk or Run 5 km clinics. Cost and info: 387-4322.
MISCELLANEOUS
Messy Church, April 13, 6 to 8 p.m. St. James United Church, 306 Parkside Dr., Waterdown. Children are to be accompanied by an adult, Crafts, songs, games, worship and dinner. Freewill donations accepted.
Routes Youth Centre Scrap Metal Drive, April 13, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Westoby Arena, 70 Olympic Dr., Dundas. Drop off in the parking lot behind the arena. Accepting all metal and electronics. Drop off or pick-up available. 929-0572. Spring is in the Air, April 14, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Waterdown District High School, 215 Parkside Dr. Family friendly fundraiser, photo minisession, crafts, games, raffles and more. Tickets: eventbrite.ca. Suicide Prevention Bowl-A-Thon, April 14, 12:30 p.m. Skyway Lanes, 235 Melvin Ave. 961-2798.
Life Explored, April 15, 6 to 8 p.m. Cornerstone Canadian Reformed Church, 353 Stone Church Rd. E. Dinner, video and discussion for seven Sundays to May 20. Child care available. Email: hamiltoncornerstone@gmail.com.
Echo Program Fundraising Lunch, April 15, noon to 5 p.m. St. Naum of Ohrid Macedonian Orthodox Church, 1150 Stone Church Rd. E. Tickets: $40 pp. Day program for adults with special needs. 5224612.
Author Event, Corbett’s Daughter,
April 16, 2:30 p.m. Dundas Library, 18 Ogilvie St. Dr. John R. Hewson reads from his latest book about the dark past of a cardiac surgeon. 627-3507. iPad 101 Workshop, April 18 to May 23, 1 to 3 p.m. Dundas Community Services, 2 King St. W., suite 3A, Dundas. Fee: $55. Register: 6275461.
Bible Study, April 19, 7 p.m. Burkholder United Church, 465 Mohawk Rd. E. Non Denominational. 385-7492.
Ladies Bible Study, April 18, 9:30 a.m. Fruitland Christian Reformed Church, 805 Hwy 8, Stoney Creek. 643-3049.
JUNIOR DATEBOOK
Creative Fun with a different activity each week April 13, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., Dundas Library, 18 Ogilvie St. LEGO Mania, maker craft or stream kits, ages 4 to 12. 627-3507. Maker Cart, April 14, 2 to 3 p.m. Red Hill Library, 695 Queenston Rd. Bring your imagination to the table and try your hand at making a cool creation. Supplies provided. 5462069.
Family Movies Despicable Me 3, April 14, 10:30 a.m. Binbrook Library, 2641 Hwy 56, Binbrook. Free. Volunteer at the Villa, April 16, 10 to 11 a.m. St. Joseph’s Villa, 56 Governor’s Rd., Dundas. Like to work with older adults, need volunteer hours for school? Flexible times and days to volunteer. 6273541.
Wednesday Wigglers, Chickens and Ducks, April 18, 9:30 to 11 a.m. Hamilton Children’s Museum, 1072 Main St. E. Themed drop-in program stories, songs, discovery and more, ages two to four years. 5464848.
MUSEUMS/GALLERIES
Live History at the Erland Lee Museum, April 14, 15, noon to 3 p.m. Erland Lee Museum Home, 552 Ridge Rd., Stoney Creek. Shows at noon and 2 p.m. both days. 6622691.
Here and There, April 14, 1:30 p.m. Dundas Museum and Archives, 139 Park St. W. Artist John Christie, visual representation of his adventures through Canada, along with his favourite sites around the Dundas Valley. 627-7412.
SENIORS
Seniors of Canada Photo Exhibit, April 13, 6 to 7 p.m. Rust City Brewery, 27 King William St. See images and stories of local Hamilton seniors. Free. 289-887-5826.
Move with Balance, April 16, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Dundas Museum and Archives, 139 Park St. W. $50 for 8 sessions. Improve your balance, flexibility, agility, strength or cognition while having fun. 628-2030. Sociable Seniors, April 16, 6:30 p.m. Sackville Hill Seniors Recreation Centre, 780 Upper Wentworth St. Music by Brad Boland. Members $4, non-members $6.55, snacks included. 546-2541. Seniors Luncheon, April 17, 11:30 a.m., St. James United Church, 306 Parkside Dr., Waterdown. Homemade meal including dessert, short program of entertainment or guest speaker. $5 Register by April 13. 689-6223.
Looking for golfers to join a mixed league at Twenty Place Retirement Community. Golf at Chippewa Golf Course, Mount Hope 8 a.m. Thursday starting May 17, to closing banquet on Sept. 27. Scramble every last Thursday of each month. 679-4800 or 679-9768. Beginners Restorative Yoga, April 18, 12:30 p.m. S.I.M. Gym, St. Joseph’s Villa, 56 Governor’s Rd., Dundas. S.I.M. members free, $4 non members 55 and older. 6273541.
St. Eugene’s Over 50 Euchre/ Bingo, April 19, Faith Lutheran Church Hall, 1907 King St. E. Yearly membership $7, $3 weekly entrance fee. 730-0318.