After reading David Burke's article in The Chief last week ("Spreading the 'Patch' message") regarding a very caring and dedicated volunteer, Kirsten Walter, and her upcoming trip to help the destitute in Peru, it is hoped many will attend the fundraiser planned for tomorrow (July 9) from 2 to 5 p.m. in the Canadian Tire parking lot. There are activities for the kids, a dunk tank ($5), silent auction and much more. To attend the Gesundheit program, Kirsten must raise $1,400.
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The 撸奶社区Environmental Society has its monthly bird count on Sunday (July 10) when participants will gather at 7 a.m. at the Howe Sound Inn and Brew Pub. At this time of year, very young birds are learning the ways of the world and the birders are hoping to see this happen. New members are always welcome. To join or for more information, please call Judith at (604) 892-3340.
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Every Thursday in July is Grandparents Day at the Seniors Centre starting at 9:30 a.m. Along with paint and sketch, music and games, youngsters can also try carpet bowling and (weather permitting) lawn bowling. Most of the activities are suitable for those ages five years and up. Plan on staying for lunch at the Clock Tower Caf茅, open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Summer Storytimes will run until Friday (Aug. 26) at the 撸奶社区Public Library.
Books for Babies is Wednesdays from 12:30 to 1 p.m., Time with Tots is Fridays at 10:30 to 11 a.m., Preschool is Fridays at 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. and Family Storytime on Wednesdays at 11:30 a.m. to noon and Sundays at 2 to 2:30 p.m.
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The Caregivers Support Group is meeting throughout the summer and the next session will be held on Wednesday (July 13) from 2 to 3:30 p.m. in the Seniors Centre. For more information, please contact Donna or Nadine at (604) 892-6400.
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Children are encouraged to join the Summer Reading Club at the 撸奶社区Public Library. Rambunctious Readers (ages six to nine) meet Tuesdays from 2 to 3 p.m. Tween Readers (ages 10 to 12) meet Wednesdays from 2 to 3 p.m. Each child will receive a bookmark and reading log. For more information check out the Summer Reading Club website at www.kidssrc.ca.
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Want to have your photo on the cover of the 2011 Resource Community and Business Directory for 2011-'12? All you have to do is submit your best photo of 撸奶社区by Aug. 2. Check out the ad in The Chief for the size of the photo and where to submit them. Good luck!
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Registrations for the Fall Fitness classes at the Seniors Centre are now being accepted. Please note, summer classes are cancelled on Monday (July 11).
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The Adult Afternoon Book Club at the 撸奶社区Library will meet on Tuesday (July 12) at noon to discuss The Postmistress by Sarah Blake.
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On Monday (July 11) at 9 a.m., the WOW group will meet at Canadian Tire for a ride to Valleycliffe. For more information, call Shirley at (604) 898-5715.
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The Over the Hill Hikers are asked to meet at the Adventure Centre on Tuesday (July 12) at 9 a.m. for a trip to Nelson Canyon to Whyte Creek and along with the hike, perhaps a swim? For more information, call Heather at (604) 892-9003.
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On Thursday (July 14), the Tantalus Walking Club will meet at 10 a.m. at the Stump Lake parking lot for a Stump Lake and Alice Lake walk. To join or for more information, call Joyce at (604) 898-5594.
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The Hearts in Motion Walking Club will meet on Ross Road across from the Mormon Church in Brackendale on Friday (July 15) at 10 a.m. for a trail walk. For more information, call Darleen at (604) 892-2092 or myself at (604) 815-0152.
