Too good to miss VOLUNTEERS
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Music at Fieldcote, require 6 volunteers for each of the 8 concerts to man the Fieldcote entrances and greet patrons, hand out flyers and receive all donations. Also required are 2 senior students 15 + willing to help each Sunday 2:30 to 9:30 p.m. setting up post concert and clean up. Four students required to assist in parking fro 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. 648-8144
Hamilton Prostate Cancer Support Group, volunteers needed to participate in the organization and running of the monthly meetings, and to hear prominent guest specialists, discuss and answer questions on aspects of treatment and care of cancer. Lynn 575-9220 or hamilton@ontario.cancer.ca Welcome Inn Community Centre, Day Camp Counsellor is looking for volunteers to counsel children ages 5 to 11 throughout the month of July, Monday to Friday, 9 to 5. Requesting a two week minimum commitment. gladys@welcomeinn.ca
Volunteers, are required to help seniors get to medical appointments. Flexible schedule and mileage reimbursement. 529-0700 Volunteers, are needed to visit with lonely or isolated individuals in the community to have a chat, provide companionship and or share a hobby. Visits are two hours per week on a flexible schedule. 5290700
YWCA Seniors Peer Connector Program is recruiting volunteers that are 55+ to provide friendly home visits to isolated seniors in Hamilton. A two-hour visit once a week helps seniors increase their social interactions and community participation. Looking for a Romanian speaking volunteer. Shannon: 522-9922 ext. 316 or shanley@ywcahamilton.org
VON Hamilton is looking for volunteers to deliver hot and frozen meals weekdays over the lunch hour. Two hours per week is all that is needed. Meals go out from 3 locations — downtown, Stoney Creek and the mountain. Drivers and servers are required. Call 905529-0700 x. 2251 or email voncsshamilton@von.ca
SELF-HELP/WELLNESS
Job Search Skills, July 10, 2 p.m. YMCA Employment Services, 427 Dundas St. E., Unit 1, Waterdown. Learn a variety of ways to job search and access the hidden job market to find your dream job. Free. Register: 690-9927
Overeaters Anonymous, Twelve Steps and twelve traditions, Mondays, 7:30 p.m. St. Mark’s United Church, 1 Lynndale Dr., Dundas. oaontario.org
Networking with Job Developers, July 9, 9:30 a.m. Goodwill Career Centre, 1050 Upper Gage Ave. 526-8488
Resume/Cover Letter Workshop, July 12, 10 a.m. YMCA Employment Centre, 427 Dundas St. E., Unit 1, Waterdown. Learn how to make an effective resumes and cover letter. Free. Register: 690-9927 Counselling Clinic, July 12, noon. Dundas Community Services, 2 King St. W., Unit 3A. In partnership with Catholic Family Services. A fee will be charged to clients based on income. Register 627-5461
La Sol Yoga Studios, 430 York Blvd. Recovering addicts who use Buddhist principles to fully heal from their addictions. Email: refugerecoveryhamilton@gmail.com or 5403569
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 Thursday, noon to 4 p.m. Friday. 545-2525 or mentalhealthrights.ca
Depression, anxiety, fears and panic attacks. Recovery Canada has a program that will help. Weekly meetings available. 813-9120 or visit recoverycanada.org
MEETINGS
Milton Horticultural Society, Secret Gardens of Milton Tour, July 8, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Self directed tour
of gardens selected by Milton Horticultural Society. Tickets: $15, available at La Rose Bakery, The Flower Mill, Trail Eatery. Hamilton Amateur Astronomers, July 12, 2:30 p.m. Concession Library, 565 Concession St. Register by July 11. How many stars in our galaxy? Which planet is most like Earth? find out answers and more. 546-3415
Alienated Grandparents, July 12, 7 p.m. Cheyne Presbyterian Church, 7 King St. W., Stoney Creek. We meet every second and fourth Thursday of the month for discussion and support. cecilecallen@gmail.com
Probus Club, July 10 meeting has been cancelled.
Valley Town Toastmasters, July 12, 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
FUN TIMES
Hamilton City Chess Club, fiveround chess tournament, one round a week beginning July 13, 7:30 p.m. Registration is 7 p.m. Emmanuel United Church, 871 Upper Ottawa St. chesshamilton@gmail.com
Pub Night, July 6, 7 p.m. Stoney Creek Legion, 12 King St. E. Live entertainment. 662-4171
Stoney Creek Writers’ Circle, July 9, 6:30 p.m. Stoney Creek Library, 777 Hwy 8. The club connects local authors with local readers. 6432912
Social Scrabble, July 11, 1 p.m. Concession Library, 565 Concession St. Players of all skill levels can try their luck at creating words with this classic family game. Boards, scrabble dictionaries provided. 546-3415 Hamilton Accordion Club, July 12, 7 p.m. Stoney Creek Legion, 12 King St. E. Steve Angel performing. Listen or play. $5. Email: hamiltonaccordionclub@gmail.com
John Demarchi, dance, July 7, 7:30 p.m. Club Room, Branch 163 Legion, 435 Limeridge Rd. E. $5 members $6 nonmembers. 387-4515
Learn to Play the Bagpipes, July 9, 6 to 8:30 p.m. Branch 58, Legion, 1180 Barton St. E. Pipe Band is looking for new members to learn to play the bagpipes or drums and join the band. Younger beginners (age 12 plus are welcome). All lessons free. Practices on Mondays. 664-4086
Graceful Needlers, July 12, 1 to 3 p.m. Grace Anglican Church, 157 Mill St. N., Waterdown. Parking access via Main St. Enjoy needle crafts and companionship over a cup of coffee. 689-6715
Karaoke with Dorrie, Saturdays, 8 p.m.; live entertainment 2 to 5 p.m. Saturdays; Stoney Creek Jammers 6:30 p.m. Main Hall Tuesdays. Cribbage Wednesdays, 7 p.m. Pub night Fridays, 7 p.m. Branch 622, Legion, 12 King St. E., Stoney Creek. 662-4171
GOOD FOOD
Wing Night, July 6, 5:30 p.m. Dundas
Legion, 280 King St. W. One pound of wings, veggies and dip $10, fries $3, eat in or take out. 627-7221
Meat Draw, July 6, 4 to 6 p.m. Legion Branch 58, 1180 Barton St. E. Tickets: 3 for $2. 544-6385 Carluke Fish Fry, July 10, 5 to 7 p.m. Marritt Hall, 630 Trinity Rd. S., Jerseyville. Lake Erie Perch, salad bar, beverage and many choices of pie. Tickets: $25 adults, children 6 to 12, $10, preschoolers free. Bethel, Burgers and More, July 12, 5:30 p.m. bethel Christian Reformed Church, 616 Dundas St. E., Flamborough. Menu will vary, but $3 burger and $2 hotdog are staples. Today’s theme: Going Green. 689-7796
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, July 6, 4 to 7 p.m. Branch 58 Legion, 1180 Barton St. E. Haddock, fries, coleslaw, beverage, $9. Selection of pies. Karaoke with Jane, 7:30 p.m. 544-6385
SALES AND MORE
Garage Sale, July 7, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 555 Queenston Rd.
Binbrook Farmers Market, July 7, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Rain or Shine Saturdays to Thanksgiving weekend. Binbrook Fairgrounds, 2600 Regional Rd. 56, Glanbrook. Email: binbrookfarmersmarket@gmail.com Makers’ Market, July 13, 7 to 10 p.m. Christ’s Church Cathedral, 252 James St. N. Local artists and artisans. themakersmarket@gmail.com Winona Farmers Market, July 10, 2 to 6 p.m. St. John’s Anglican Church, 1285 Hwy 8, Stoney Creek. Durand Market, July 11, 3 to 7 p.m. Central Presbyterian Church, 165 Charlton Ave. W.
Heritage Green Farmer’s Market, July 12, 3 to 7 p.m. 360 Isaac Brock Dr., Stoney Creek
WALKS/RUNS/RIDES
Meditation Hikes, July 7, 9 to 11:30 a.m. Crawford Lake Conservation Area, 3115 Steeles Ave., Milton. Enjoy a hike through he park as an instructor guides and teaches you basic principles of mindfulness and meditation. $18. 854-0234 ext. 3200
MISCELLANEOUS
John Burns Memorial Day, July 7, 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Valens Conservation Area, 1691 Regional Rd. 97, Flamborough. Catch the big one and win prizes for children and adults. $10. Bait and boat rentals available. 525-2183 or valens@conservationhamilton.ca
Burlington Downtown Car Show, July 7, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Burlington City Hall, 426 Brant St. Classics, Cruisers, muscle cars, sports cars and exotics on display.
The Hunchback of Notre-Dame, Burlington Student Theatre, July 12, 2:30 p.m. Burlington Performing Arts Centre, 440 Locust St. Tickets: $20, youth 16 an dunder $17. 6816000
Friday The 13th Armouries Ghost Walks, July 13, 8:30 p.m. 200 James St. N. Bookings: 855-8446787
or info@ghostwalks.com Stories in Stone, July 7, 11 a.m. Hamilton Cemetery Historical Walking Tours. Masonic tour. Free. Gatehouse, 777 York Blvd. Hamilton 1st Tour. Approximately 2 hours, hosted by Robin McKee. 544-9559
JUNIOR DATEBOOK
Summer Day Camp, St. Andrew’s United Church, ages 5 to 11 (in 2018), youth 12 to 15. Theme Rolling River Rampage, 8:30 a.m. to noon Aug. 13 to 17. No charge, donations appreciated. 470 Upper Paradise Rd. Register: 383-7411 Reading Buddies, Literacy program for children to practice their reading skills. Open to children ages 6 to 12. Tuesdays: July 10, 17, 24, 31, 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays: July 4, 11, 18, 25, 6:30 p.m. and Fridays July 13, 20, 27, 10:30 a.m. Dundas Public Library, 18 Ogilvie St. 627-3507 Cartoon with Mike Cope, July 6, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Concession Library, 565 Concession St. Children ages 8 to 12 hone your artistic skills. Free. 546-3415
Pyjama Night Kids Survival Night, July 7, 7 to 9 p.m. Crawford Lake Conservation Area, 3115 Steeles Ave., Milton. Introduction to archery, a guided hike with shelter building. Guests will create a survival themed craft and the evening will conclude with a fireside gather and marshmallow roast. Free. 8540234
Ancaster Fair Summer Camp, July 9, 8:30 to 4:30 p.m. Ancaster Fairgrounds, 630 Trinity Rd. S. Agricultural based summer camp, animals, wagon rides, low ropes course, forest adventures and more. 6486198
Vacation Bible School, July 9 to 13, 9:15 to 11:45 a.m. Binbrook United Church. Free program for children from Junior kindergarten to Grade 5. Rolling River Rampage. 289-2539224
Make Your Family Tree, July 9, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Saltfleet Library, 131 Gray Rd., Stoney Creek. Register by July 8. Kids have fun discovering their roots. 662-8611
Meet an Alpaca, July 8, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Terryberry Library, 100 Mohawk Rd. W. Learn more about Alpacas and their wool. Presented by Eight and Mud. 546-3921 Cooking for Kids, July 9, 3 to 4 p.m. Terryberry Library, 100 Mohawk Rd. W. Register by July 8. Have fun learning to chop, grate, peel and stir with Hamilton Community Food Advisors. all ages. 546-3921
Star Wars Costume Movie Event, July 9, 6:30 p.m. Saltfleet Library, 131 Gray Rd., Stoney Creek. Dress up as your favourite galactic hero or villain, test your Star Wars knowledge and win prizes. Watch the latest in the Star Wars saga. 6628611
Visit the Fire Truck, July 10, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Dundas Public Library, 18 Ogilvie St. a last-minute cancellation may occur due to an emergency. See gear firefighters wear, valuable fire safety advice. 627-3507 Games Night, July 12, 6 p.m. Terryberry Library, 100 Mohawk Rd. W. Monopoly tournament, Risk, Life, Clue and more. Ages 12 to 18. 5463921 Little Ray’s Nature Centre and
Animal Ambassadors, July 12, 10:30 a.m. Waterdown Library, 163 Dundas St. E. Wildlife educators will take you on a trip around the world showing animals from the globe and your backyard. Free. 546-3200 Test Tube Tuesday, Science Fair, July 10, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Discover science in your own home, use everyday ingredients to create reactions. Hamilton Children’s Museum, 1072 Main St. E. Adults $2, seniors/youth 42, children $4, infants (under 1 yr.) free. 546-4848
Vacation Bible School, July 16 to 20, 9 a.m. to noon. Pilgrim Lutheran Church, 1054 Upper Sherman Ave. Fun, games, songs, snacks and Bible stories. Register: 383-3923 Ages JK to Grade 8.
MUSEUMS/GALLERIES
Dundurn Historic Garden Tour, informative stories and historic gardening knowledge, July 7 and 8, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. and 2 to 3 p.m. Dundurn National Historic Site, 610 York Blvd. Adults: $11.50, Seniors/ Youth: $9.50, Children: $6, Infants: Free, Family: $30. 546-2872 Ruthven Behind the Scenes, July 12, 6:30 p.m. Ruthven Park National Historic Site, 243 Hwy 54, Cayuga. See the 1840s Greek Revival Mansion through the eyes of the curator. $25. 772-0560
SENIORS
Stretch and Strengthen, July 6 and 11, 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. Shalom Village, 70 Macklin St. N. Classes free with membership of $25 monthly. Suitable for beginner and advanced seniors over the age of 65. 529-1613 Dance Aerobics, July 6, 7:45 to 8:30 a.m. S.I.M. Gym, St. Joseph’s Villa, 56 Governor’s Rd., Dundas. $4 per class or free for members. Learn some new dance moves. 627-3541
Sit to Be Fit, July 6, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Red Hill Library, 695 Queenston Rd. Designed to promote health and fitness for seniors. Free. 546-2069
Euchre, July 6, 1 to 4 p.m. Stoney Creek Club 60, 6 King St. W., Stoney Creek. Play duplicate bridge 7 to 10 p.m. $3. 930-7818
Golf Scramble, July 9, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oak Gables Golf Club, 1505 Wilson St., Ancaster. Cost: $52, includes 18 holes, golf cart, lunch, prizes, $4 back to Ancaster Senior achievement Centre. Don’t have to be a member of ASAC. 648-4653 Falls Prevention Class, July 10, 10:30 a.m. Shalom village, 70 Macklin St. N. Free. Did you know that falls account for 85 per cent of injuries to seniors that result in hospitalization? 529-1613 Community Senior Cooking Club, July 12, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Grace Anglican Church, 157 Mill St. N., Waterdown. Parking at rear, 182 Main St. N. free. Share ideas and learn from each other as we prepare a meal in our new kitchen. RSVP: 689-6715
Bid Euchre and Shuffleboard, July 10, 1 p.m. Stoney Creek Club 60, 6 King St. W. Euchre $3.25, shuffleboard $2. 930-7818
Yoga, July 9, 10 a.m. Stoney Creek Club 60, 6 King St. W. $2. also six-hand bid euchre 12:30 p.m. $3.25. 930-7818
Tai Chi Fitness, July 9, 12:30 p.m. S.I. M. Gym, St. Joseph’s Villa, 56 Governor’s Rd., Dundas. $4. 6273541 ext. 2109
Albertones Looking for New Members, July 11, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Ancaster Senior Achievement Centre, 622 Alberton Rd. S. Gentlemen who enjoy singing, can join a fourpart harmony male chorus that practice at the centre and perform in the community. Info: 546-2999 St. Eugene’s Over 50 Euchre/ Bingo, July 12, 1 p.m. Faith Lutheran Church Hall, 1907 King St. E. Yearly membership $7, $3 weekly entrance fee. 730-0318
Bridge Players, wanted to play Contract Bridge, at the Ancaster Senior Achievement Centre 55+, Mondays from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Cost $1 per visit plus senior recreation membership. 546-2999
Freelton Seniors Euchre, Tuesdays, 1 to 4 p.m. Freelton United Church, 155 Freelton Rd., Flamborough. Euchre, coffee and snacks. 6591135