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VOLUNTEERS
Volunteer Tutor Workshop, volunteers needed to teach English-speaking adults basic reading, writing, math and or computer skills. Hamilton Literacy Council, 75 MacNab St. S. 529-9907 Volunteer drivers and canvassers are needed for the Dundas Community Food Drive on Sept. 28, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Meet at Salvation Army Headquarters, 150 King St W., Dundas. 627-5461 Neighbour2Neighbour is looking for tutors for their literacy program. Reading takes place during school day; spend two hours sharing the joy of reading and providing one-to-one support for students in Mountain area schools. 574-1334 Email: tutor@n2ncentre.com The Canadian Cancer Society has leadership volunteer opportunities for individuals who love hockey and hate cancer. We are looking for a few people to help organize a Hockey Fights Cancer event to be hosted at the Hamilton Bulldogs game on Nov. 22. Call 5759220 ext. 3115 or email lynn.felker@ontario.cancer.ca
High school students needing hours. St. Peter’s Hospital, 88 Maplewood Ave., is seeking both Saturday and Sunday gift shop associates (2- to 4-hour shifts). Must be trustworthy and committed. Morgan Richardson, richardsom@hhsc.ca
The Hamilton Literacy Council is looking for volunteer tutors to teach English speaking adults basic reading, writing and math. Next orientation session: Sept. 25, 1 or 6 p.m. (please register in advance). Two-day certified training workshop: Sept. 28 and Oct. 5, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Register: 529-9907 or info@hamiltonreads.ca visit www.hamiltonreads.ca
St. Peter’s Hospital is seeking a retired health care worker (social work, nursing, etc.) for our Behavioural Health unit. Duties include providing mentorship and guidance to fellow volunteers, assisting with therapeutic recreation programming and friendly visits. Morgan Richardson, richardsom@hhsc.ca for more information.
Volunteer drivers are needed to provide transportation support to Dundas seniors to and from medical appointments (within Dundas, Ancaster, Hamilton) and grocery shopping (within Dundas). 627-5461
VON Hamilton is seeking volunteers to help seniors and adults with a disability get to their medical appointments. Flexible schedule and reimbursement provided. 529-0700 ext. 2251 or email voncsshamilton@von.ca
VON Hamilton is looking for volunteers to deliver hot and frozen meals weekdays over the lunch hour. Two hours per week. Meals go out from three locations — downtown, Stoney Creek and the Mountain. Drivers and servers needed. Call 905-529-0700 ext. 2251 or email voncsshamilton@von.ca SELF-HELP/WELLNESS VON 4 Part Caregiver Education Series, From Stress to Strength, Sept. 27, 10 a.m. Fortinos, 65 Mall Rd. Free education series. Email: renate.fries@von.ca, 523-1055 Parkinson Support Group, Sept. 28, 10:30 a.m. St. Peter’s Hospital, Garwood Jones Auditorium, Alexander Pavilion, 88 Maple Ave.
Grief Support Group, Oct. 1, 9:30 a.m. Turner Family Funeral Home, Cattel Centre, 45 Main St., Dundas. Free. 628-6412
Our Babies Our Grief infant and pregnancy loss support group, Oct. 2, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Six week program, 760 Brant St., Suit 407, Burlington. Register with Susan Balaz, susan@homehospieceassociation.com 220-0058 Living Well with Diabetes, Oct. 3, 5:30 p.m. St. Joseph’s Health Care, 2757 King St. E. Newly diagnosed or as a refresher. Register: 573-4819. On-site parking $3 per half hour, free street parking available.
Teen Grief Relief, Saturdays, Sept. 28 to Nov. 9, 10 a.m. Grief support group for 12- to 18-year-olds, by Friends In Grief and Bay Gardens Funeral Home. Wentworth Heights Retirement Village, 1620 Upper Wentworth St. Info: 928-8274. ODSP Information Session, Sept. 27, 3 p.m. Goodwill Career Centre, 1050 Upper Gage Ave. Find out more about ODSP employment supports program. Email: tmociak@goodwillonline.ca, 526-8488
Hope for Men, a peer support group for men who have been sexually abused. Mondays, 7:30 p.m. Info: Glenn Allan, 975-6455.
Artful Moments, art for persons with dementia, Sept. 30, 1:30 p.m. Art Gallery of Hamilton, 123 King St. W. Members $50, general $60. 526-6610
Mental Health Rights Coalition, Peer support, Monday to Thursday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Friday noon to 4 p.m. Suite 103-100 Main St. E. 545-2525, mentalhealthrights.ca
Al-Anon and Alateen Hamilton and Burlington, help for anyone whose life is, or has been, affected by someone else’s drinking. 522-1733 alanonhamiltonburlington.ca
Overeaters Anonymous, meets Thursdays, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Regina Mundi Catholic Church, 631 Mohawk Rd. W. All are welcome to “There is a Solution” weekly meetings. No dues, fees or weigh-ins. 467-7476
MEETINGS
Hamilton Naturalist Club, FLAP Canada save the world’s bird species, Sept. 30 to Oct. 6. Info: contact Sara, batgrrl18@hotmail.com
Lunch and Learn, Sept. 30, 11:30 a.m. Dundas Museum and Archives, 139 Park St. W. Speaker: Pearl Toy, Canada Revenue, presentation on tax credits available to you. Register: 627-5461 Stoney Creek Quilt Guild, Oct. 2, 6:30 p.m. Stoney Creek Legion, 12 King St. E. Membership $35, visitor $5.
Alpha Program, Sept. 30, 6:30 p.m. Calvin Christian Reformed Church, 420 Hwy 5, Flamborough. Explores questions about life. Free dinner, video and small group chat. 519-242-9304 Understanding Climate Change and its Impact on Creation, Sept. 29, 7:30 p.m. Meadowlands Fellowship Christian Reformed Church, 211 Stonehenge Dr., Ancaster. Six part series. Email: hbrouwer746@gmail.com Hamilton Video Club, Oct. 3, 7:30 p.m. Knights of Columbus, 222 Queenston Rd. 961-0653
Valley Town Toastmasters, Oct. 3, 7 p.m. Dundas Town Hall, lower level, 60 Main St., Dundas. Topic: Octoberfest. valleytowntoastmasters.com
Stoney Creek Toastmasters, Oct. 3, 7:15 p.m. 890 Queenston Rd. Visit: stoneycreektoastmasters.com
Hamilton #1 Toastmasters, Sept. 30, 7 p.m. downtown YMCA, 79 James St. S., Paddy Cline room. Builds confidence, communication and leadership skills. hamiltonno1toastmastersclubs.org, 308-8043
FUN TIMES
Beginners Tai Chi, Oct. 3, 7 p.m. Dundas Montessori School, 14 Kemp Dr., Dundas. $25 per month. 543-1307
Tales from Africa, Sept. 28, 7 p.m. First Unitarian Church of Hamilton, 170 Dundurn St. S. Story telling and music performed by Burlington Story Tellers Guild. Donations to Stephen Lewis Foundation, Grandmother to Grandmother Campaign.
Della Sera Strings, Oct. 2, 7:30 p.m. Intermediate adult string orchestra, rediscover the joy of making music in a friendly and supportive setting under professional leadership and instruction. Beth Jacob Synagogue, 375 Aberdeen Ave. Annual fee. Email: dellaserastrings@gmail.com Visit dellaserastrings.com
Learn to play bridge the fun way, Sept. 30, 6:45 to 9 p.m. Free session at the Hamilton Bridge Centre, 100 Ray St. N., upstairs in the Zone. Bring a partner. Viktoria Renaud ezbridge5@hotmail.com
Celebrate Del Lord 125th Birthday Party, Oct. 4, 7 to 9 p.m. Grimsby Public Library, 18 Carnegie Lane. Comedian Joe Botelho will be the Master of Ceremonies. Tickets at the door.
Euchre and Games, Oct. 1, 7:30 p.m. Westover Women’s Institute, 1357 Concession 6 W., Flamborough. $3 for light lunch. 659-5144
Coffee Break Women’s Ministry, Oct. 1, 9:30 a.m. Ancaster Christian Reformed Church, 79 Garner Rd. E. Email:Arlene@bennink.ca
Lionel Bernard, Sept. 27, 7 p.m. Waterdown Legion, 79 Hamilton St. N., Flamborough. 689-6112
Progressive Euchre, Sept. 27, 7:30 p.m. Dundas Legion, 280 King St. W. $5 pp. 627-7221
Euchre, Sept. 27, 7:15 p.m. Burkholder Church, 465 Mohawk Rd. E. $2 includes refreshments
Friendship Club, fun and refreshments, Oct. 2 and 3. Mountain Arena, Hester Street. Elevator to second floor. 1 to 4 p.m. Wednesdays: shuffleboard, contact Roy at 389-3982. Thursdays: progressive euchre, contact Barb at 388-5075. Tai Chi/Qui Gong, Oct. 2, 7 p.m. Upstairs, Hamilton Air Force Association, 124 King St. E., Dundas. $5. 628-6697 Karaoke with Jane, Sept. 27, 7:30 p.m. Legion Branch 58, 1180 Barton St. E. 544-6385
Craft Circle, Sept. 30, 9 a.m. St. George Church, 134 Emerson St. Bring your craft or join in for good conversation, laughs, knitting, crochet, colouring and more. Coffee/cookies. 522-3382 Competitive Scrabble Club, Oct. 3, 7 p.m. St. Joseph’s Villa, 56 Governor’s Rd., Dundas. 628-2888
Chakra Hatha Yoga, Oct. 2, 7 p.m. Winona Community Centre, 255 Winona Rd., Stoney Creek. Email: Qiyoginfo@gmail.com 289-680-0702 Card Night, Oct. 4, 7 p.m. St. James United Church, 306 Parkside Dr., Waterdown. 689-6223
Headin’ Home, Sept. 28, 7:30 p.m. Club Room, Branch 163 Legion, 435 Limeridge Rd. E. $5 members $6 nonmembers. 387-4515
Country Dance, Sept. 28, 8 p.m. Stoney Creek Legion, 12 King St. E. Members $5, nonmembers $6. 662-4171
Tribute Artists, Elvis, Tom Jones, Frankie Valli, Dusty Springfield and more, Sept. 28, 7:30 p.m. Branch 58, Legion, 1180 Barton St. E. $20 pp. 5446385
Learn to Quilt, Sept. 27, 1 p.m. Flamborough Seniors Centre, 163 Dundas St. E., Flamborough. 546-2424
Karaoke with Tommy O, Saturdays, 8 p.m.; live entertainment 2 to 5 p.m. Saturdays; Stoney Creek Jammers 6:30 p.m. Main Hall Tuesdays. Branch 622, Legion, 12 King St. E., Stoney Creek. 662-4171
GOOD FOOD
Beef on a Bun, Sept. 27, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Dundas Legion, 280 King St. W. $9. Eat in or take out. 627-7221
Dundas Community Food Drive, Sept. 28, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Salvation Army Family Centre, 150 King St. W., Dundas. Leave food donations at your door by 9 a.m. for volunteers to collect. 627-5461 Turkey Supper, Oct. 5, 5 p.m. Freelton United Church, 1555 Freelton Rd. Tickets: $20, $6 for under 12. Reserve: 807-1790
Community Lunch, Oct. 2, noon to 1 p.m. Church of the Resurrection, 435 Mohawk Rd. W. Delicious and nutritious, served in the Canterbury Room. Free, donations appreciated. 389-1942
Fish Fry, Fridays, 4 to 7 p.m. Branch 163 Legion, 435 Limeridge Rd. $7, $11, includes tea and coffee. Karaoke with Annette, 8 p.m. 387-4515
Fish Fry, Oct. 4, 4 to 6:30 p.m. Stoney Creek Legion, 12 King St. E. Two-piece fish, fries, coleslaw, bread $12, coffee/tea included. Chicken strips available. Music by Headin’ Home, 8 p.m. 662-4171
SALES AND MORE
Treasures, Rummage and Bake Sale, Sept. 27, 6:30 to 8 p.m. and Sept. 28, 9 to 10 a.m., Christ Church Flamborough, 92 Hwy 8.
Etsy Made in Canada, Sept. 27, 6 to 10 p.m. and Sept. 28, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lincoln Alexander Centre, 160 King St. E. $2 at the door or bring a donation for our hygiene drive. 528-5000
Time, Talent and Treasure Auction, Sept. 28, 4:30 to 8 p.m. Live and silent auction. St. Andrew’s United Church, 479 Upper Paradise Rd. Chili, drinks and sweets available for sale.
Ancaster Farmers’ Market, Oct. 2, 3 to 7 p.m., 37 Halson St. Fresh local food, kids activities, live music and events throughout the season.
Binbrook Farmers’ Market, Sept. 28, 9 a.m. to noon. Binbrook Fairgrounds, 2600 Regional Rd. 56, Glanbrook. Open through to Thanksgiving. Rain or shine Waterdown Village Farmers’ Market, Sept. 28, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Waterdown Legion, 79 Hamilton St. N.
Durand Market, Oct. 2, 3 to 7 p.m. Central Presbyterian Church, 165 Charlton Ave. W.
WALKS/RUNS/RIDES Stories in Stone, Sept. 28, 11 a.m. Hamilton Cemetery Historical Walking Tours. Past Mayors Tour. Free. Gatehouse, 777 York Blvd. Hamilton 1st Tour. Approximately two hours, hosted by Robin McKee. 289-682-6452
Running for Rachael, Sept. 29, 8 to 11 a.m. CF Lime Ridge Mall, 999 Upper Wentworth St. $30 pp, children under 12 free. Supporting the city-wide work of suicide prevention: hope, help and healing. A community walk/run to support youth mental health. 961-2798 Illuminight, Oct. 4, 6 p.m. Dyment’s Farm, 416 Fallsview Rd. E., Dundas. Register by Oct. 3. Raising funds for the Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre. Email: cordeiromi@hhsc.ca visitnhamiltonhealth.ca
MISCELLANEOUS BurlingtonGreen Environmental Association, Tree Love and Care event, Sept. 28, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Brant Hills Park, 2300 Duncaster Dr., Burlington. Dundas Valley Sunrise Rotary Club Shredding Day, Sept. 28, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Eccles Auto Service Uptown, 200 King St. W., Dundas. $8 small bank box
The Art of Caring, Oct. 3, 7 p.m. The Spice Factory, 121 Hughson St. N. Tickets: $100, complimentary drink, appetizers, entertainment. Fundraiser by Welcome Inn Community Centre. 30 original works of art and items for purchase. Tickets: http://bit.ly/ artofcaringfundraiser or 40 Wood Street E. 525-5824 JUNIOR DATEBOOK
Family Fun Day, Sept. 29, 1 to 3:30 p.m. Art Gallery of Hamilton, 123 King St. W. Mini tours of Gallery Level 2 exhibitions, expert docents will show kids and parents how to look carefully and think creatively. Gather in the lobby. 527-6610
MUSEUMS/GALLERIES Apple Festival, Sept. 28, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Battlefield House Museum and Park National Historic Site, 77 King St. W., Stoney Creek. Pancake breakfast, pumpkin decorating, demos, and more. Free event admission rates apply to the museum. 662-8458
MacNab’s Kitchen Historic Cooking Workshop, Sept. 28, 10 a.m. to noon. Guests will work together to make a traditional recipe in the historic kitchen. Led by costumed staff $35 pp, Preregistration required. Dundurn Historic site, 610 York Blvd. 546-2872
Doors Open Burlington, Sept. 28, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit heritage sites, noteworthy buildings and interesting locations all over Burlington. Free, info museumsofburlington.ca/events
Free Friday, Oct. 4, 11 a.m. AGH, 123 King St. W. Monthly night of performance, activities and tours. 527-6610
Griffin House National Historic Site, open Sundays, 1 to 4 p.m. to Sept. 29. 733 Mineral Springs Rd., Dundas. Explore the history of early Black settlers and enjoy a walk along nearby trails. 648-8144
SENIORS
National Senior Citizen Day, Oct. 1, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. New Village Retirement Residence, 490 Hwy 8, Stoney Creek. Free hearing tests. 573-4940
VON Falls Prevention Program, Oct. 2 and 4, 9:45 a.m. Register 529-0600. A free 12-week program, includes two sessions per week including education and exercise. Boys and Girls Club of Hamilton, St. Helen’s Centre, 785 Britannia Ave. Register by Oct. 1. Bennetto Community Centre, 450 Hughson St. N. Monday and Wednesday 10 a.m.: Older Adult Aerobics, Friday 10 a.m.: Older Adult Zumba. Free. 544-0050
Art of Letting Go of Clutter, Oct. 3, 6 p.m. Orchard Terrace Care Centre, 199 Glover Rd., Stoney Creek. Free. 5734940
Seniors Social, Sept. 30, 1 p.m. Marshall Memorial Church, 20 Gilbert Ave., Ancaster. Coffee/tea and sweets provided. Free. Bring a friend.
Seniors Zumba Gold Dance Fitness, Oct., 1, 10 a.m. Hamilton Air Force Association, 128 King St. E., Dundas. First class is free. $7.50 per class based on two per week. Register by Sept. 10. Email: karen@zumbadundas.com Christian Coffee Hour, Oct. 1, 9:45 a.m. Winona Vine Estates, 269 Glover Rd., Stoney Creek. Fellowship and fun, $2. Bingo, Oct. 3, 2 p.m. Flamborough Senior Centre, held at Harry Howell Arena, 27 Hwy 5. $4.25 extra cards. 546-2424
St. Eugene’s Over 50 Euchre/Bingo, Oct. 3, 1 p.m. Faith Lutheran Church Hall, 1907 King St. E. Membership, $7, with a $3 weekly entrance fee. 730-0318 Compiled by Linda Ricciardi,
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