What's On - Aug. 2, 2012

Friday, August 3

Prairie Pride Lions Club meet at 7:15 a.m. at Mum’s Restaurant (Wheat City Golf Course). Come and join us for breakfast. For more info, call 727-0961.

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The Rotary book boxes have been replaced at various locations in the city. They are located at the Co-op Marketplace on Richmond Ave., Wal-Mart, Superstore, Sobey’s Westend and Home Hardware on Eighteenth Street. The next book sale will be Sept. 13-15 in the Imperial Ballroom at the Victoria Inn.

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The Royal Canadian Artillery Museum at CFB Shilo — Host two Museum of Civilization exhibits until Sept. 21 as part of its 50th year celebrations -- The “Tunit - A Paleo-Eskimo People” and “Places of Power: Objects of Veneration”. They are about the people and the culture of the Arctic. Also learn about Sergeant Tommy Price, PPCLI, one of Canada’s most decorated First Nations soldiers. See the actual Victoria Cross of Sergeant Robert Spall, one of the three Victoria Crosses won by Patricias. Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m., seven days a week. Call 765-3000 extension 3570 for information and to book tours.

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“The PLUM” is 129 years young — the oldest public building in Souris, Manitoba, located at 142 First Street South. Enjoy a museum, tea room (indoors or out), an outdoor interactive games room for all ages. Wheelchair ramp to main floor. Live historic shows!

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The Sipiweske Museum at Wawanesa is open from 1-6 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. daily. Admission $2. Burgers every Friday with homemade pie until the end of August. “Lunch on the Lawn” takes place from 11:30 a.m to 1 p.m.

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Clack Brother’s Family Museum is now open 7 days a week from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. until early September. Located 10 minutes north of Rivers. Come visit the ‘Dream of a Life’ museum. See the antique world in all its glory. Nineteen museums to go through. For more info, call 328-7330.

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The Brandon Hills Model Railway has relocated to 19 9th Street, adjacent to the Brandon General Museum. We are currently rebuilding two layouts, an “H.O.” and an “N” scale, and are looking for new members to assist. We are open from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturdays. For more info, call 727-5114.

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The Daly House Museum — Come visit the original home of Brandon’s first mayor, Thomas Mayne Daly, which was built in 1882. Our current exhibit, “Steam Punk” takes a look at the Victorian Art of Technology and Science Fiction. Hours: Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon and 1-5 p.m. For more info, call 727-1722 or visit dalyhousemuseum.com.

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The Brandon General Museum and Archives is located on the ground floor of the old Manitoba Telephone building at 19 Ninth St. Hours are Tuesday to Saturday, 1 p.m.-4 p.m. Admission free. Currently on display is “Time Pieces: Image of Brandon” -- an exhibit inspired by Mary Hume’s pectoral history of Brandon entitled, Brandon: A Prospect City. This highly visual exhibit showcases a variety of historical Brandon photographs, from education and the arts, to sports, to businesses and street scenes. The exhibit also includes artefacts including a chair from the Prince Edward Hotel, a 1947 television and a wedding dress that relate to the photos. For more info, call 717-1514 or email bgmainfo@wcgwave.ca.

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The Commonwealth Air Training Plan Museum, Hangar No. 1, Brandon Municipal Airport is open from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., seven days a week.The C.A.T.P. is the only museum solely dedicated to preserving the history of the thousands of Canadian, American and Commonwealth air personnel who trained under the “Plan”. See the aircraft and vehicles that trained air force personnel and witness the complexity of these aircraft first-hand as volunteers work to restore rare training aircraft. Proudly, the museum features it’s “memorial book” which pays tribute to the 18,039 RCAF personnel who were lost in training and operations. Admission: Adults $6; youth $4, family rate $13; six and under, free. For more info, call 727-2444 or visit airmuseum.ca

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Seniors for Seniors offers a Members Birthday Tea on the last Friday of each month at 3 p.m. Come celebrate members birthdays of the month. Cost: Free for birthday person. For more info, call 571-2050.

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Narcotics Anonymous group meets Fridays at St. Mary’s Church, 9:30 p.m.

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Seniors for Seniors Bridge Club at 1:30 p.m. at 311 Park Ave. E. Cost is $3.50 for members- $4.50 non-members. Everyone welcome. For info, call 571-2050.

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Weekly meat draws are held at the Royal Canadian Legion No. 3 in the lounge every Friday and Saturday from 4:30-6 p.m. for members and guests.

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Enjoy refreshments and fun on Friday afternoons with Rowdy Bunch games at 1:15 p.m. at Seniors for Seniors.

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Contract Bridge takes place Fridays at Valleyview Community Centre at 1:15 p.m. For more info, call Irene at 727-7961.

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Prairie Oasis offers exercise at 10 a.m.; Scrabble ($3) at 1 p.m. For more info, call 727-6641.

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Weekly meat draws are held at the Army, Navy and Air Force Club No. 10 in the lounge every Friday at 5:30 p.m. and Saturday at 5 p.m. All welcome for members and guests.

SATURDAY, August 4

Keystone Lions’ Pancake Breakfast is held in the Ken Robbins Hall in the Lions Manor - lower level, from 8:30-10 a.m. Everyone is welcome. Cost: $5.

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Zen Tao Chi-Kung Tai Chi is practised at the Brandon School of Dance (126 10 Street) at 9 a.m. Beginners are welcome anytime. For more info, call Murray 726-8220; Doug 728-4976.

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Dual Recovery Anonymous Group is a self-help peer support group for those who are looking to recover from being affected by both an addiction and a mental health issue. Meetings take place Saturdays from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and Wednesdays from 6:45-7:45 p.m. at the 7th Street Health Access Centre.

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Rain or shine, we’ve got you covered in the Brandon Farmers Market in The Town Centre parkade every Saturday morning from 9 a.m. to noon featuring fresh vegetables, honey, sugar-free baking, preserves and so much more.

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Brandon Community Orchestra meets Saturdays at the Brandon University’s Kinsmen Rehearsal Hall from 9:30 a.m. until noon. For more info, call Jeff 726-8294.

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Divorced, widowed, single? Come join us. Prairie Social Singles, a group of people who like to play pool, dance, have coffee and make new friends. Contact Betty 728-6183 or Diane 483-3665.

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Overeaters Anonymous meets Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. For location and more info, call 727-4742.

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SUNDAY, August 5

Club 77 Singles meet for brunch each Sunday at Gulliver’s Grill at 11:45 a.m. sharp. For further info, call 728-6725 or 726-8240. Current and prospective members welcome.

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Ninette Sunday Market runs every Sunday at the Agricultural Society grounds from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

MONDAY, August 6

ANAF Ladies Auxiliary meets at 7:30 p.m. at the club rooms, 31 14th St.

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Duplicate Bridge is Mondays at Valleyview Community Centre at 1 p.m. Call Kathy at 725-4972.

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#60 Royal Canadian Sea Cadet Corp Swiftness is enrolling youth ages 12-18 in the Sea Cadet program Learn Marksmanship, Seamanship, Sailing and more at a little or no cost. Parades are at the Brandon Armour on Monday evenings. For more info, call the Ships Office 728-3168 or Commanding Officer Lt. (N) Debbie McArthur 726-3498.

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A parent’s group has formed and will meet at Knox United Church in the lounge from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Come talk about parenting, life, children, relationships and whatever else touches your soul. Babysitting is provided for children up to age five in our nursery. Call the church office 727-6975 for more info or email Tessa at tdmrasset@hotmail.com.

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Ki Rin ITF Taekwon-Do Club classes for ages 7 and above are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 6 p.m. at 126 10th St. Parent and child classes. Call 724-5933 for info.

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Zen Tao Chi-Kung Tai Chi is practised at the Brandon School of Dance (126 10th Street) at 9 a.m. Beginners are welcome anytime. For more info, call Murray 726-8220; Doug 728-4976.

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Brandon ANAF Steeltip Darts League has started up for the season. We have changed to Monday nights at the Army and Navy on 14th Street. Come join us in the fun and games. New members always welcome. For more info, call Mike 720-0388.

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Wheat City Lawn Bowling takes place on a drop-in basis at 345 Park St. Mondays through Thursdays at 7 p.m. Your first visit is free. Equipment and instruction available. Everyone welcome. For more info, call Chris 726-0493.

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Weekly meat draws are held at the ANAF Brandon Unit #10 Mondays at 5 p.m.- Fridays 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays 5 p.m. Members and guests.

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The Nearly New Shop, 601 Ninth Street, is open Monday to Saturday, 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. All profits to the BRHA. Donations gratefully accepted. For further info, call 728-7137.

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Keystone Dancers evening clogging 6-9 p.m. and line dancing 1-3:30 p.m. are every Monday at Royal Canadian Legion No. 3. Call Jean 725-2095 or Sally 727-8783.

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Brandon MCC Thrift Store at 414 Pacific Ave. now has new summer hours: Monday to Saturday, 10 am. to 4:30 p.m. with Thursdays open until 8 p.m. We have openings for new volunteers. Contact Shelly 727-1162 or e-mail bdn414@mymts.net or store by the store.

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St. John Ambulance invites you to become a volunteer with our community service groups. Registration for our First Aid Volunteers (age 16 and up) will be accepted on any Monday evening (except holidays). Meetings are held at the St. John Ambulance Training and Community Services Centre in the Shoppers Mall Business Centre at 7 p.m. For more info, call 727-4466 or email info.brandon@mb.sja.ca.

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Brandon Community Playgroups are open from 10-11:30 a.m. Monday at the West End Community Centre and Thursday at South End Community Centre. Cost is $2 per family, bring snack. Call Stacey 724-2573 for info.

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Seniors for Seniorsstitch and chat takes place every Monday at 1:30 p.m. and shuffleboard every Monday and Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. Cost for shuffleboard is $3.50 for members and $4.50 for non-member and includes coffee and a treat. Call 571-2050 for more info.

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Prairie Oasis holds fundraising bingo at 1:15 and 6 p.m. Open to the public. This is a fundraiser for Meals on Wheels. For more info, call 727-6641.

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The SW Branch of Manitoba Genealogical Society Library is located at Knox United Church and is open Mondays (except on stat holidays) from 2-4 p.m. or by appointment by calling 725-3095. For more info about the society visit swmanitobagenealogy.ca.

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Sprucewoods Community Club (hall near Shilo) holds cribbage on Mondays at 7:30 p.m. Cost $2. Bring a partner.

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Prairie Oasis Senior Centre offers hot, full course, home-cooked meals at 11:30 a.m. today and Thursday and noon on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. Cost is $8.

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Women in Harmony meet Mondays at Hillcrest Personal Care Home, 7 p.m., for an evening of song. For more info, call Naomi at 726-8569 or Linda at 726-4274.

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Assiniboine Kiwanis Club meets at 7 a.m. at the Canad Inn. Call Bob 726-5448 or Ralph 726-1314.

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UCT TRAVO bingo is held at the Brandon Friendship Centre. Doors open at 5 p.m. Early-bird games at 6:45 p.m. Regular games at 7:30 p.m.

TUESDAY, August 7

Ladies’ Auxiliary Branch #3 holds it’s regular monthly meeting in the banquet hall at 7 p.m. For membership info, call Maureen 727-8958.

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Seniors for Seniors offers Blood Pressure clinics. Call 571-2050 for more info.

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Keystone Lion’s Club meets in the lower level of the Lions Manor at 7 p.m. New members-potential members welcome. For more info, call 726-1991 or 573-0940.

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Seniors for Seniors offers Footcare Clinics for healthy feet. This is by appointment only. Call 571-2050 for an appointment. Cost: $15.

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Calling all kids ages 5 to 14-years-old. Join us for Kids Kamp on Tuesday evenings until Aug. 28 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Douglas United Church Annex. Come to Panda Mania where God is wild about you through stories, games, crafts, snacks and movies. Come for all five sessions or come when you can. No charge. Call Linda 763-8833 for more info.

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Al-Anon Family Group meets at 10:30 a.m. in the John Howard Society boardroom at 153-8th Street (use front door). Call 571-3684.

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Shilo Military Family Resource Centre Thrift Shop, located at the Faith Centre (beside Our Lady of Shilo Chapel) is open to the general public. Hours: Tuesdays 1:30-3 p.m. and 6:30-8 p.m. as well as Thursdays 9-11 a.m. and 6:30-8 p.m. For more info, call 765-3000 ext. 4553.

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Visit the 26th Field Regiment RCA/XII Manitoba Dragoons Museum. Come check our “on loan” Order of Canada medal as well as many other military artifacts at the Brandon Armoury. Open on Tuesdays 9 -11:30 a.m. and 1-4 p.m.

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Westman Shuffleboard Club offers floor shuffleboard on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9 a.m. at the Riverview Curling Club. Newcomers are welcome to try the game without any obligation. Instruction and equipment are provided. For further info, call Ida 728-2927.

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Cribbage is played at ANAF at 7 p.m. Bring your partner.

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Cribbage is played at Branch No. 3 Royal Canadian Legion at 7:30 p.m. All welcome. For info, contact Joan at 728-7081.

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Ninja Tots classes are held Tuesdays at 5 p.m. and Sunday at 10 a.m. for 45 minutes at 126 10th St. Children must be between the ages of 4-6 years. Fun, bully proofing and fitness. For more info, call 724-5933.

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The Wheat City Carving Club meets every Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the Valleyview Community Centre on Whillier Drive. Everyone welcome.

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Valleyview Cribbage is played at 1:30 p.m. Everyone welcome. Don’t need a partner. Call Gerry at 726-8358.

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Tuesday Tops MB No. 3778 meet at St. Matthew’s Cathedral with weigh-in at 6 p.m. and meeting at 6:30 p.m. For more info, call Ellen 724-2537. Use 13th Street entrance.

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Pickup Shuffleboard will take place at Seniors for Seniors Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m. For more info, call 571-2050. Cost: $3.50 for members and $4.50 for non-members. Everyone welcome.

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Bipolar Support Group meets Tuesday at 7 p.m. at 7th Street Health Access. For more info, call Nora 578-4823 or Marilyn 725-0607.

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Central Happy Haven Club meets Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2 p.m. at Central Community Centre for cards (500) and are joined by the Handbells at 1:30 p.m. on Thursdays. For cards, call Doug 728-9430 and bells, call Eileen 728-1300.

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Prairie Oasis offers floor shuffleboard at 1 p.m. every Tuesday. Cost is $3. For more info, call 727-6641.

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20/20 Toastmasters meet in Room 243 BRHC, 4:45 p.m. Call Shirley 726-5344; Patti 727-2042 or Bette 726-4191.

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Carousels and Dolls Museum is open Tuesdays through Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. View over 6,000 dolls, Barbies, antique, composition dolls and more. Volunteers are always welcome. For more info, call 728-1245.

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The Virden Legion Cadet Corps invites youth between the ages of 12 to 18 to come and check out the Cadet Corps. The Cadet Dragoons meet on Tuesdays from 6:45 to 9:30 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion Complex at 540 8th Ave. There are no registration fees, no uniforms, no insurance fees or activity fees, just a commitment to attend on a regular basis. For more info, call 748-3321.

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Diabetes and Heart Health Promotion located at A5-800 Rosser Ave., offers the opportunity to drop in and have your blood pressure taken on Tuesday afternoons. Call 578-2370 for information.

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Traditional Karate of Brandon holds classes and training for all belt levels Tuesdays and Thursdays 6-7 p.m. for children and 7-8 p.m. for adults. Locations are Tuesdays, West End Community Centre; Thursdays, East End Community Centre. Beginners welcome anytime. For info, call 728-2612.

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Hope Al-Anon Family Group meets at 8 p.m. in the basement at Knox United Church, (use east door). Call 571-3684.

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The Rotary Club of Brandon weekly meeting and luncheon at the Roadhouse, Canad Inns at 11:45 a.m. Call Don 727-0493.

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Kiwanis Club of Brandon meets at noon at the Brandon University small dining room. Contact Peter at 729-8331.

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Taoist Tai Chi Society practice at Stanley Park at 10 a.m.For more info call Kathryn at 571-0684.

WEDNESDAY, August 8

Seniors for Seniors offers a Writers Group at 1:30 p.m. Writing for pleasure and enjoy social time with others who enjoy the written word. Members: $3.50; Non-members: $4.50. For more info, call 571-2050.

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Compassionate Friends of Southwestern Manitoba a support group for parents who have had a child die meets at 1321 13th St., 7:30 p.m. For more info, call 727-1823.

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The Kinette Club of Brandon meets at Kin Village, 1511 Rosser Ave. (back entrance) at 8 p.m. Contact Wanda 721-1878.

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Learning Disabilities Association of Manitoba, Brandon and District Chapter’s Adult Support Group meets at 8 p.m. in the L.D.A.M. Resource Centre at 129 12th St. For more info, call 727-4669.

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Alzheimer Society of Manitoba offers weekly support group for people with Dementia at the Westman Office Unit 4B from 10 to 11:30 a.m. For more info, call Grace 729-8320.

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Zen Tao Chi-Kung Tai Chi is practised at the Brandon School of Dance (126 10th Street) at 7:30 p.m. Beginners are welcome anytime. For more info, call Murray 726-8220; Doug 728-4976.

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Dual Recovery Anonymous Group is a self-help peer support group for those who are looking to recover from being affected by both an addiction and a mental health issue. Meetings take place Wednesdays from 6:45-7:45 p.m. and Saturdays from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the 7th Street Health Access Centre. For more info, call 578-4849 ext. 3675.

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Seniors Ladies’ Shuffleboard Wednesdays at Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 3, 1 p.m. New members welcome. For more info, call Karen 728-0759 or Marion 726-3374.

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Club 77 Singles meet for coffee at McDonald’s on Richmond Ave. at 7:30 p.m. Drop in for some coffee and conversation. Members, prospective members and friends are invited to join us. For more info, call 728-6725, 726-8240.

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Wednesday TOPS 5277 (new chapter) will meet at Knox United Church with weigh in at 5:45 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. Meeting to follow. For more info, call Annette 725-2559.

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71 Bty 2520 Royal Canadian Army Cadets meet Wednesday from 6:30-9 p.m. at the Brandon Armoury, 1116 Victoria Ave. Army Cadets is open to all youth, 12-18 years of age. For more info, call 728-7665.

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Prairie Social Singles meet for pool each Wednesday at 7 p.m at the ANAF Hall, followed by coffee at McDonald’s on Richmond Ave. For more info, call 728-6183 or 483-3665.

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Waves of Hope Dragon Boat Team invites breast cancer survivors to our “Come n’ Try” dragon boating on Lake Minnedosa on Wednesdays from 6-7:30 p.m. Car pool leaves from Mac’s Truck on First Street at 5:30 p.m. For more info, call Kathy 728-0764.

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Keystone Dancers Clogging beginners at 10 a.m., second year 11 a.m. and intermediate at 1 p.m. at the Legion Hall. Call Jean 725-2095 or Sally 727-8783.

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Come play Scrabble every Wednesday from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at the Army and Navy. Bring a friend. For more info, call Carol 726-1117 or Amy 728-3271.

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Prairie Oasis offers bridge ($3) at 1 p.m. every Wednesday. For info, call 727-6641.

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A playgroup is held at St. Matthew’s Cathedral from 10-11:30 a.m. All are welcome.

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Gamblers Anonymous meets Wednesdays and Sundays. Contact 571-3685 (24-hour service).

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Seniors for Seniors offers afternoon games at 1:30 p.m. every Wednesday. Cost $3.50 for members; $4.50 non-members; Please call 571-2050 for more info.

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TOPS MB No. 5075 meets at Grand Valley Community Church, 18th St. N., with weigh-in 5:45 p.m., meeting 6:15 p.m. For more info, Evelyn 727-8985 or e-mail andy208@mts.net.

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Wheat City Al-Anon Family Group meets in the basement of St. George’s Anglican Church, side door, 8 p.m. Call 571-3684 for more information.

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Canadian Blood Services donor clinic at The Town Centre is open Wednesdays and Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 4 -7:30 p.m. and also the second Saturday of each month from 9 a.m. to noon. Call 1-888-2-DONATE. Walk-ins welcome.

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Westman Narcotics Anonymous Group meets at 7:30 p.m. at the AFM — Parkwood (rear entrance).

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Taoist Tai Chi Society practice at Stanley Park at 7 p.m. For more info call Kathryn at 571-0684.

THURSDAY, August 9

The Lion’s Club of Brandon meet in the Lion’s Den of Lion’s Manor at 6:30 p.m. Visitors welcome. For more info, call 571-6121 or 725-4422.

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The Kinsmen Club of Brandon meets every second Thursday at Kin Village, 7:30 p.m. For more information, call John 724-6945.

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Moms of Pre-Schoolers (MOPS) meet at McDiarmid Drive Alliance Church, 9:45-11:30 a.m. Babysitting provided. Call Karrie 728-2473.

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Enjoy tea at the “old” bank in Hamiota every Thursday from 2-4 p.m. at the Heritage Arts Centre Gallery. View the ‘Whimsical World of Joan Trott’ art exhibit on at the gallery as you enjoy tea and dessert in air-conditioned comfort. A delicious destination for friends. For more info, call the Midwest Arts Council at 204-764-2400.

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Weekly bingos are held at the Royal Canadian Legion No. 3 banquet hall. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; early bird at 7 p.m.; regular games 7:30 p.m. All welcome!

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Navy League Cadets for boys and girls 9-13 years meet Thursdays from 6-8:30 p.m. at the Brandon Armoury.

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Seniors for Seniors offers cribbage at 9:30 a.m. Cost: $3.50 for members; $4.50 non-members; Out to Lunch, a home-prepared lunch - nutritious and varied is offered for $8. You must pre-register. For more info or if a ride is needed, call 571-2050.

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Zen Tao Chi-Kung Tai Chi is practised at the Brandon School of Dance (126 10th Street) at 7:30 p.m. Beginners are welcome anytime. For more info, call Murray 726-8220; Doug 728-4976.

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Westman Shuffleboard Club offers floor shuffleboard on Thursdays and Tuesdays at 9 a.m. at the Riverview Curling Club. Newcomers are welcome to try the game without any obligation. Instruction and equipment are provided. For further info, call Ida 728-2927.

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Summit Toastmasters Breakfast Club meet every Thursday at 7 a.m. at Aaltos. For information, call Paddy 726-6480.

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Daytime TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets Thursdays at 20-7th  Street Health Access Centre with weigh-in 1:15-1:45 p.m. and meeting at 2 p.m. No gimmicks, just sensible weight loss since 1948. For more info, call Tina 726-4080.

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Peer-facilitated eating disorder support groups are offered at 7 p.m. at Westwind Eating Disorder Recovery Centre. For more info, contact Lynne at 728-2499.

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SKY-HY Toastmasters meet in the Blue Room of Huggy’s Restaurant (Thunderbird Bowl) for a dinner meeting at 6 p.m. Call Gerry at 727-0197 for more info.

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Prairie Oasis offers fundraising bingo at 1:15 p.m. (open to the public) every Thursday. This is a fundraiser for Meal on Wheels. For more information, call 727-6641.

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Retired Educators’ Bridge meets at Valleyview Community Club at 1:15 p.m. Call Vicky 727-6261.

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Sprucewoods Community Club (hall near Shilo) holds bingo at 6:30 p.m. with early bird at 7 p.m. $1,000 in 52 numbers. Lottery Lic. No. 1185 BI BO.

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TOPS (Take Off Pounds 0ff Sensibly) MB #2152 meets at Knox United Church (17th St. entrance). Weigh-in 5:50-6:45 p.m., meeting 7 p.m. For more info, call Olive 728-2898 or 1-800-932-8677.

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Rotary Club of Brandon Sunset meets at 5:45 p.m. at Mum’s Restaurant, Wheat City Golf Course, in the private dining room. For further info, call 728-4924.

UPCOMING & MISCELLANEOUS

Prairie Oasis offers a free bus trip to the casinos of Winnipeg (Regent and McPhillips) in August. To book your seat call Prairie Oasis at 727-6641. Everyone welcome.

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Trinity United Church, Brandon is celebrating their 50th anniversary Aug. 3-5. We welcome anyone with connections to Trinity to help us celebrate. Aug. 3 is a meet and greet barbecue and entertainment from 5-8 p.m.; Aug. 4 features a golf tournament, children’s activities and supper at the Canad Inn Roadhouse; Aug. 5 will have a church service with Rev. Sanderson and Nesbitt at 10 a.m. with a brunch to follow. For more info, visit trinitybrandon.ca or call 729-4796.

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The Compassionate Friends of Southwestern Manitoba invites parents who have had a child die join them for their Sharing Meeting on Aug. 8 at 7:30 p.m. If you have suffered a prenatal loss there will be a chance to share with other parents who have learned to reinvest in life after death of a child. This group meets to share the aspects of loss that are unique to surviving parents whose child preceded them in death at any age and from any cause. Visit our website compassionatefriends..ca for further information about our group or call the office 727-1823.

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Pat Zmetana, master gardener, will be presenting a Planning, planting, pruning: Care of shrubs and trees workshop on Aug. 8 at Park Community Centre at 7 p.m. Learn all the stages of how to properly take care of your shrubs and trees. Garden workshops are free and open to the public! Space is limited so make sure to confirm your attendance by calling 729-2172. Visit brandoninbloom.ca for more information.

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The Brandon Garden Club’s Annual Flower, Fruit and Vegetable Show plus amazing arrangement, containers, succulents, unusual splendors and elegances -- A Show of Natural Beauty at the main hall of Seniors for Seniors on Aug. 13 with viewing of exhibitions from 1-6 p.m. Tea with treats from 1-4 p.m. (minimum contribution $2). This show is open to all including non-members. Non-member cost is $5 for up to 20 entries. All entries are eligible for cash prizes. Contact Judy 571--224 or Deane 726-1435 for more info or visit thebrandongardenclub.weebly.com.

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Once again it is time for seniors to “Hit the Road” with Seniors for Seniors’ bus trips. Upcoming: Peace Gardens and Anchorage Gardens, Aug. 16; Qu’Apelle Valley and Esterhazy, Sept. 18; Virden and Pumpkin Patch, Oct. 9. You must pre-register for these trips by calling 571-2050.

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A ‘Pug Fest’ will be held Aug. 19 at the East End Community Centre from 1-5 p.m. with the proceeds to the Brandon Humane Society. Donations will be accepted for attendance. If you have a pug and would like to be involved or for further info, call 204-721-0660 or 204-724-7273.

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Métis Festival, “Two Days Done the Métis Way”, sponsored by the Grand Valley Local of the Southwest Region of the Manitoba Métis Federation, will take place Sept. 1-2 on the property owned by Andy Dubois 34 km south on Highway 10 from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Volunteers are welcome. For further info, call 763-8917, 725-2795 or 726-4470.

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Brandon’s 4th annual Ovarian Cancer Walk will take place on Sept. 9 starting at the Shoppers Mall. Register on-line now at ovariancancerwalkofhope.ca. For more info or to volunteer email walkofhope@wcgwave.ca or follow us on Facebook at Facebook.com/BrandonOvarianCancerWalkofHope.

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Meals on Wheels will be requiring volunteers to deliver meals in August and September. Meals are picked up at 11 a.m. at Prairie Oasis and delivered to recipients. If you can drive once or commit to one day a week for a month it would be appreciated. Without drivers, this service is not possible. Please call Jodee 727-6641 if you can help out at all.

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Are you a youth looking for fun volunteer work? The Canadian Cancer Society is looking for youth volunteers to help promote their Sun Sense program this year at local fairs, festivals and beaches. For more info, call 204-571-2801.

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Volunteers are needed in the following areas in Dinsdale Personal Care Home: bingo caller, reader, one-on-one visitor, shopping escort and porters. For more information, call Shelly or Sharon 727-3636.

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Victoria Landing Retirement Residence has a volunteer opportunity available for a healthy-minded individual to lead our chair exercise program. Classes are Monday and Friday from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Required time commitment would be about four times per month. Please call Peggy at 571-6000.

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If you have had Type 2 diabetes for five years, are 50 years or older and would be willing to participate in a research study about your experiences in coping with this disease, please contact Dr. Bowman at Brandon University at 727-7397.

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Fairview Home is looking for volunteers to help with Reading Club, Bible Study and Saturday afternoon programs. Please call Rosslyn at Volunteer Services 578-2627.

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Breast Cancer Centre of Hope offers a community contact program with reading and video materials available. Call Helena at 726-8315.

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YWCA Westman Women’s Shelter runs a support group for women who have experienced domestic violence. Call 727-3644 for more information.

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Valleyview Care Centre is looking for volunteers to entertain, visit and assist with church services. If you have the time please call Cheryl or Rose at 578-3414.

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The Brandon Parent Child Toy Lending Library, located inside the Brandon Library, is an organization which encourages family play by providing hundreds of fun, educational toys and games to its members. It is run by volunteer members and is open four days a week. For more information, call Sherry at 727-5302 or Rochelle at 729-0428 or toylibrary@mts.net.

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The Brandon Aphasia Project is an organization that provides specialized services to those with aphasia and their families as they learn to cope with living with severe communication impairment. We are looking for volunteers to assist with providing servies to individuals as well as individuals interested in accessing resources or programs offered. There is no fee. For more info, call 571-0802 or brandonaphasia@mts.net.

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Westman Hospice provides an additional community resource for persons living with a life-altering illness. Trained volunteers provide this service to persons living at home or in hospital. Outreach service may be requested by an individual, caregiver, family member or friend. To request service and-or more information, please call 727-1745.

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Meals on Wheels provide hot, nutritious meals five days a week to seniors, persons recovering from illness, disabled clients or post operative surgical patients for $8. Phone 727-6641 for more information or to register for this service.

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The Women’s Resource Centre is seeking Board of Director member volunteers. We provide resources for women who have many different needs, including domestic violence counselling, children and youth counselling, technology use, workshops, group counselling, rental and job postings, and much more. For more info, Lisa 726-8632 or program.twc@wcgwave.ca

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Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? Are you managing well and want to stary well? Well let’s get better together. Do you suffer from arthritis, asthma, diabetes, hepatitis, anxiety, cancer, stroke, heart disease, high blood pressure, chronic back pain, fibromyalgia, depression, chronic fatigue syndrome, weight management issues. If you would like information on a self-management program that was developed from Stanford University, call Prairie Oasis Senior Centre to get further information 727-6641.

Republished from the Brandon Sun print edition August 2, 2012