What's On - June 7, 2012

FRIDAY, JUNE 8

The 35th anniversary of The Fugitives will be celebrated at the Belmont Hall Appreciation Dance. Doors open at 3 p.m.; bar at 4 p.m. and supper at 5:30 p.m. Congratulatory messages and a dance to follow with music donated by The Fugitives. Supper is $12; dance is free. Please reserve your supper tickets by calling 537-2289. MLCC 114/12.

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Canadian fiddle champion Scott Woods and his band present Fiddle Legends tour, paying tribute to such legends as, comes to Killarney United Church at 7 p.m. Advance tickets available at The Shamrock Centre 523-8920 or Services for Seniors 523-7115 or the Killarney church office 523-8924.

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Brandon Public Library welcomes author Esther Paul for a reading of her book, Mending Fences, at 2 p.m. Everyone welcome.

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Prairie Grannies is hosting the third annual Stride for the Tide to aid African grandmothers raise their orphan grandchildren. Join us for a walk or for refreshments sponsored by Riverheights Terrace at Princess Park between 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Registration is $5. For more info, call Carol 728-7565.

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The Riding Mountain Conference of Churchmen is holding their annual men’s camp from June 8-10 at Riding Mountain Conference Centre. Camp starts with a supper at 6:30 p.m. on Friday and ends Sunday after lunch. Theme speaker is Dan Palsson and entertainment on Saturday evening is Larry Updike and friends. For more information and registration call Herman 867-3701 or email klassenh@mymts.net or go to menscamp.ca/.

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Personal Computer Information Fridays will take place at Seniors for Seniors. Questions and answers by seniors who use computers regularly. Members: $3.40; Non-members: $4.50. Refreshments included. For more info, call 571-2050.

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The Rotary Club of Brandon book collection boxes are located at the following locations: Co-op Marketplace, Sobey’s Westend, Superstore and Home Building Centre. 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 — We will host two more Museum of Civilization exhibits June 21 -Sept. 21 as part of our 50th year celebrations. The “Tunit” and “Places of Power” will open on Aboriginal Awareness Day, June 21. They area about the people and the culture of the Arctic. We are now open 10 a.m.-5 p.m., seven days a week. Call 765-3000 extension 3570 for information and to book tours. For more info, call 765-3000, ext. 3570.

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“The PLUM” is 128 years young — the oldest public building in Souris, Manitoba. It is a museum and tea room. Open in the fall and winter months by appointment only. Call 483-2643 any time, and leave a message with your phone number.

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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 Daly House Museum — Treat Mom to an afternoon of historical relaxation at the museum on Mother’s Day, May 12 from 2- 4 p.m. Adults: $15 ($10 members); $5 child. Limited seating. Call 727-1722 to make your reservation. Hours: Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m.-5 p.m. For more info, call 727-1722 or see us on Facebook. Group tours are welcome.

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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. Current exhibit “From This Chair: The Mayors of Brandon from 1882 to the present” featuring the City Council Chambers furniture from Brandon’s original City Hall, photographs of and biographies on all of Brandon’s mayors. Which mayor received the Order of Canada? Who is Brandon’s longest-serving mayor? Who is the only Brandon mayor to have served in all three levels of government? Which mayor was pro-prostitution? Come in and find out. 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.; and floor curling 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, JUNE 9

The Second Battalion Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry (2PPCLI) will conduct a Freedom of the City of Brandon parade and ceremony at 9 a.m. near Brandon City Hall. Two hundred soldiers of the 2PPCLI will march from the Armoury on 11th Street along Victoria Avenue to Ninth Street, and stop in front of City Hall for the formal ceremony. The public are encouraged to come out and watch this centuries-old ceremony.

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Sprucewoods Community Hall presents their 47th Anniversary Dinner, catered by Shilo Inn. Dinner at 5:30 p.m. Cost is $15. Please RSVP by June 1 by calling Joyce 763-8811 or Barb 763-4768.

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Canadian fiddle champion Scott Woods and his band present Fiddle Legends tour paying tribute to such legends as Al Cherny, Graham Townsend, Ward Allen, King Ganam and Don Messer, comes to Central United Church at 7 p.m. Advance tickets available at Central United Church or by calling 725-0577 or online at brandonchurch.ca.

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The Household Hazardous Day will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 900 Richmond Ave. E. There are also five businesses that will be accepting old paint from May 1 until Oct. 1: Windsor Plywood, Rona, Janzen’s Paint and Decorating, General Paint and Brandon Home Hardware (this location also takes the fluorescent tubes). To find out if an item is hazardous, contact the Sanitation Department at 729-2281.

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The Habitat for Humanity Restore will be open on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Southview Industrial Park (17th Street East and Eastern Access). Donations are accepted. For more info, call 726-4960 or 573-2285.

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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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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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Taoist Tai Chi Society beginner classes are held at 9 a.m. and continuing classes at 10 a.m. at St. Matthew’s Church. For more info call Kathryn at 571-0684.

SUNDAY, JUNE 10

St. James Anglican Church in Rivers will hold their annual Cold Plate Supper from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Adults $12; children 6-12 yrs. $6; preschoolers are free. Lift is available to all floors.

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

MONDAY, JUNE 11

There’s a New Baby in Your Life! Learn more about this and the breastfeeding family at a La Leche League meeting at Knox United Church at 7 p.m. All mothers, mothers-to-be, and babies are welcome. Call Teresa at 571-0784 for more info.

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Westman Prostate Cancer Support Group meets at Seniors for Seniors, 2 p.m. Agenda: Bill Fardoe will chair meeting and give a presentation on ancestry. Please bring a snack for our last meeting before summer break. For further info, call 728-7821 or 729-6773.

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Peace by Piece Quilt Group meets September through June at Crocus Plains High School at 7 p.m. New members and beginner quilters are always welcome. Call Sheila 725-2418 for more info.

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The post partum difficulties support group meets at 7 p.m. at the BRHC, Nurses’ Residence, West Lounge. We have occasional guest speakers. For more info, call 725-3010. Child care may be available if contacted four days in advance.

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Elks Lodge #14 meets at 8 p.m. at 1005 Assiniboine Avenue.

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Peace by Piece Quilt Group meets September through June at Crocus Plains High School at 7 p.m. New members and beginner quilters are always welcome. Call Sheila 725-2418 for more info.

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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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Taoist Tai Chi Society beginner and continuingclasses are held on Monday at 9:15 a.m. at St. Matthew’s Church. For more info call Kathryn at 571-0684.

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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. Also Bean Bag Baseball at 10 a.m. 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, JUNE 12

Wheat City Women’s Institute meets at 7 p.m. Call Donna at 728-2714 or Betty 725-4612.

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The Daly House Museum Auxiliary meets at Daly Museum at 1:30 p.m. to provide hands-on support for the museum events and ongoing operations. New members and guest are welcome.

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Canadian Peacekeepers meet at 7 p.m. at the Army, Navy and Air Force.

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Manitoba Epilepsy Association support group meets from 7-8:30 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church. Call Gwyn 725-3599 or 1-866-EPILEPSY.

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Ladies’ Brandon Crocus Lions’ Club meetings take place the second at 6:30 p.m. at Westman Lion’s Manor. New members welcome. For info, call 571-0674.

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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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Sidney Community Centre bingo is held every Tuesday with early birds start at 6:45 p.m.; regular bingo at 7 p.m. and three building jackpots. 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 choir at 10 a.m.; 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 beginner and continuing classes are held at 5:30 p.m. at St. Matthew’s Church. For more info call Kathryn at 571-0684.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 13

Brandon RHA Specialized Support Services is hosting a ‘Spring into Summer Barbecue’ at Princess Park from noon to 2 p.m. There will be hotdogs, ice cream, games and entertainment. This event is free of charge and is open to all Specialized Supports clients as well as any elderly or disabled individuals living in the community. Please call 578-2361 if you have any questions and to register for this event.

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Prairie Oasis (Brandon Civic Senior Centre Inc.) will be holding its annual meeting at 241 Eighth Street at 10 a.m. All are welcome to attend. Call 727-6641 for more info.

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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 survivours 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 paint class at 9 a.m.; exercise at 10 am.; 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 beginner and continuingclasses are held at 7 p.m. at St. Matthew’s Church. For more info call Kathryn at 571-0684.

THURSDAY, JUNE 14

Seniors for Seniors annual general meeting will take place at 1:30 p.m. Must be a current member to vote. Use the north door.

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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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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 Betty 725-2691.

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Bingo takes place at the Sprucewoods Community Hall every Thursday with Share the Wealth at 6:20 p.m.; early birds 7 p.m.; regular games 7:30 p.m. There are 17 regular games; Jackpot $1,000 in 52 numbers; 7 special games which include Bonanza and a progressive Jackpot. Canteen open.

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The Habitat for Humanity Restore will be open Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Southview Industrial Park (17th Street East and Eastern Access). Donations are accepted. For more info, call 726-4960 or 573-2285.

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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 Tai Chi at 10 a.m.; 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.

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Taoist Tai Chi Society beginner and continuingclasses are held at 1 p.m. at St. Matthew’s Church. For more info call Kathryn at 571-0684.

UPCOMING & MISCELLANEOUS

A two-day giant yard sale will take place in the Brandon Humane Society Shelter parking lot, 2200 17th Street East (watch for signs). June 15 from noon to 8 p.m. and June 16 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Donations of gently used items will be greatly accepted. Drop off at the shelter anytime. For more info, call 728-1333.

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The 30th annual Oldtime Fiddling Contest will take place in the Holland Community Centre June 15-17. Dance to oldtime music by the Moonshiners each evening starting at 9 p.m. On Sunday dance to the Moonshiners and the Tiger Hills Group from 1-8 p.m.

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Parkland Mixers, for separated, divorced, widowed, of single by choice, present their anniversary dance on June 16 at the Watson Centre in Dauphin at 9 p.m. Live music by Brothers of the Road. For more info, call Mary-Ann 638-8460 or Bea 638-8368.

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Seniors for Seniors, in partnership with the Royal Oak Inn and Suites is hosting Grandpa’s Barbecue on June 19. Barbecue supper at 5:30 p.m with entertainment at 7 p.m. by Tom McCormack, a musical story teller. Cost is $12 per person. Advance tickets only by calling 571-2050.

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St. Mary’s Anglican Church ACW will be hosting their annual Strawberry Tea and Bake Sale on June 20 from 7-9 p.m.

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Come out and enjoy Coffee with the Mayor on June 20 at Mum’s Restaurant at the Wheat City Golf Course at 10 a.m.

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BRHC Foundation and A Sense of Home residence building campaign fundraiser barbecue for Murray House, hosted by government employees at 1129 Queens Avenue parking lot on June 21 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Hot dog, salad, chips and a drink for $10. All proceeds go to Murray House. Please bring your own lawn chairs.

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Once again it is time for seniors to “Hit the Road” with Seniors for Seniors’ bus trips. Upcoming: Carman Multicultural Day, June 30 from 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tour Dufferin museum, a greenhouse and be musically entertained. Cost is $85 all inclusive. Also upcoming: Clear Lake Lunch on the Martese, July 17; 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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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 and for every $50 raise before July 3, your name will be entered into an early-bird draw. For more info or to volunteer email walkofhope@wcgwave.ca or follow us on Facebook at Facebook.com/BrandonOvarianCancerWalkofHope.

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The Wawanesa United Church is conducting a special service as a celebration of the 100th Anniversary of the union of the Methodist and Presbyterian churches in Wawanesa. The service wil be held on July 8 in connection with the Pound, Pail and Paddle weekend. Church service will be at 11:15 a.m. with a lunch to follow. If you or your family have had connections to the Wawanesa United Church over the years, it is hope that you will attend. There will be a guest speaker for the service. An updated written history is being prepared. A time capsule will be opened and a historical quilt top will be on display.

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East End Community Centre presents their 80th Birthday Reunion on July 20-21. Stroll down memory lane visiting old friends and viewing photos from the past and present. Saturday will feature a carnival for the kids, BBQ and outdoor social with live entertainment. For further info, call Dana 720-9772 or Randy 721-1059 or email eecc@hotmail.ca.

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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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Meals on Wheels will be requiring volunteers to deliver meals in June, July and August. 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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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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Brandon Regional Health Centre Auxiliary is a group of volunteers whose purpose it is to assist the Brandon Regional Health Authority through fundraising for the purpose of supporting programs at the BRHC. The Auxiliary is in need of some new members so if you are interested in volunteering call BRHC Volunteer Services at 578-2065.

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Don’t know where to turn? Need someone to talk to: Call Crisis Services at 725-4411 or 1-888-379-7699. We can help.

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CFS of Western Manitoba needs your help to make a difference in a in a preschooler’s life. Become a volunteer home visitor with the Parent Child Home Program. Training at the end of September. For more info, call 726-6114.

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Teen Touch is a safety net for all youth in Manitoba. Our telephone helpline is open 24/7 year round. Call 1-800-563-8336.

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Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. For more info on AA in Brandon and are, call 571-3684.

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Are you a girl between 9-12 years of age? Want to make new friends and have fun and adventure? Join Girl Guides at Valleyview. For more info, call 578-5153.

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Before you start renovations, check out the Building Re-Fit Store, your one-stop centre for renovation needs at affordable prices. We offer an excellent selection of doors, windows, glass, lights, plumbing, countertops and more. We also accept your building material donations. Take them to 22 11th St. or for free in-city pick-up call 728-2227.

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The Nearly New at 601 Ninth Street is ready for summer. We’ve stocked our shelves with nearly new brand name clothes at fantastic prices. Le Chateau, The Gap, Esprit, Haggar, men’s, women’s and children’s clothing. We are open 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Saturday. All proceeds go to the Brandon Hospital.

Republished from the Brandon Sun print edition June 7, 2012