COMMUNITY CALENDAR
JANUARY 31/12 – FEBRUARY 07/12

Heart disease & stroke affects us all – February is Heart Month & the Heart & Stroke Foundation will be raising funds through special events & our annual door-to-door campaign – Please give

FEB 3
Tic-Tac is offering a brand new Teen Night – Ninja Night on Fri Feb 3rd from 7 – 9:30pm for teens 13 – 18 yrs old – Fun, Free activity nite .. more info Michelle 403-502-8537

FEB 4
The Volkssport Club of Med Hat (Walking Club) is having a 5 & 10 km walk starting from Robertson Memorial Legion on Sat Feb 4th @ 1pm .. Sharon 403-526-7407 or 403-526-8104

FEB 4
The Kinette Club of Med Hat presents Ladies’ Night Out “Red Carpet Glam” on Sat Feb 4 @ the MH Lodge .. more info 403-527-9760 or Amy 403-488-8501

FEB 4 & 5
Piapot Lions Club 13th Annual Antique & Collectables Show & Sale will be held @ the Maple Creek Armouries in Maple Creek on Sat Feb 4th from 10am – 6pm & on Sun Feb 5th from 10am – 4pm .. more info Harvey 306-558-4802

FEB 9
Med Hat Ladies After 5 – special guest nite (men too) Bikes & Burgers @ Harley Davidson of MH on Thur Feb 9th @ 7pm – featuring Dave Mitchell, local biker .. Lois 403-529-0225

FEB 11
Class Above Limo is having a promotion with the MH Firefighters – on Sat Feb 11th the Limo will be parked @ the Firehall on Maple Ave from 10am – 4pm to Collect Bears for children. Whether a fire or accident the firefighters carry bears in the fire truck to give to the children to ease the pain – “Give from the Heart, Donate a Bear” & fill the Limo … info 403-580-1973

FEB 11
Redcliff Legion will be having their Annual Oyster Fry on Sat Feb 11th with seating’s @ 6pm, 7pm & 8pm – tixx available @ Legion Bar  .. info 403-548-3601

FEB 11
The German Canadian Harmony Club are hosting a Valentine’s Dinner & Dance Sat Feb 11th @ the Harmony Hall – Cocktails 6pm. Dinner 7pm – Music by Harvey Fleck Band 403-528-3139

FEB 11
Irvine AG Society Family Valentines Dance on Sat Feb 11th with doors opening @ 7pm – Tickets at the door  .. info Kathryn 403-928-7049 or Jarrett 403-834-2462

MARCH 10
Maple Creek Rodeo Committee presents Stacey McKitrick in concert on Sat Mar 10th with doors opening @ 8pm .. info Christa 306-662-7588

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Home Health Care wants to Share the Warmth.  They are accepting gently used blankets and unopened toiletries (toothpaste, shampoo, deodorant, toothbrushes, toilet paper, etc) for the less fortunate in the community.  Drop off locations: Shoppers Home Health Care(#2 – 46 Carry Dr. SE), Shoppers Drug Mart (Medicine Hat Mall), Shoppers Drug Mart (2440 Division Ave NW, Northlands) and Rodeo Ford Sales.

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Hospice Palliative Care’s 21st Annual Tree of Lights.  Help us light the tree in BATUS Park.  Each memorial white light represents one individual or one couple.  Your donation of $10 or more will help light our Tree and help furnish a room in our new Hospice opening in Spring of 2012.  Medicine Hat Regional Hospice Palliative Care Society.

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The MH Chapter of the Compassionate Friends (a support group for grieving parents, siblings, family members & friends) meets the 2nd Thur of the month @ 17 Dunmore Road SE @ the Worden Counseling office located same yard as Saamis Funeral Home. R Worden 403-529-5294
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The Medicine Hat and District Food Bank are currently seeking volunteers.  If interested please phone: 403-528-4313 or inquire @ 532 South Railway Street SE
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The PD Helpline is a free, confidential & simple way for individuals, families, physicians & community services to get the help & advice they need to help manage Parkinson disease Call the PD helpline @ 1-877-243-9992
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The Med Hat Genealogical Society hold their meetings @ Hill Side Monumental across from the Hillside Cemetery on the 1st Wed of the month @ 7pm - Anyone at any age interest in Genealogy is welcome ..info 403-580-2877 or 403-527-3678
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The Canadian Red Cross, Med Hat needs volunteers for, Volunteer Coordinator, Special Event Volunteers & Volunteers to assist in Office  .. info Linda 403-526-3048, 403-458-1959
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WOW (Whispers of Wellness) an educational Peer Support Group that focuses on mental health & recovery, meets every Wed evenings from 7 – 8:30pm @ St Barnabas Church 403-504-1811
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Road To Wow, an educational self help group of people who share a common bond of living with a mental illness – Meets 1:30 – 3:30 every Thur @ the Canadian Mental Health Assoc Office on Dunmore Road SE .. Please call Cori 403-504-1811 for more info or to register
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Join the Med Hat Spectaculars, CNIB’s peer support group for discussions about successes & concerns @ the Veiner Centre @ 1:15pm on the 3rd Fri of every Month …Norma 403-527-4015
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Club 55 meets the last Sunday of each month for a Pot Luck Supper @ the Suffield Community Hall.. More details Dave 403-544-3690
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The United Way of So Eastern Alberta is inviting you to join our Board of Directors which meets the 2nd Monday of each month - ..more info Holly 403-526-5544 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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The Gastric Bypass Support Group will meet the last Wednesday of each month @ the Med Hat Regional Hospital Level 3 Classroom C from 7 – 9pm ..info Carol 403-526-0384
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An informal coffee gathering of the Dutch-Canadians (Op de koffie met De Krant) meet the 3rd
Wed of each month from 10a – 12noon @ the Food Court in the M H Mall ..info 403-526-7117
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The Canadian Cancer Society reminds YOU to talk to your Dr about getting screened for breast, cervical & colorectal cancer - more info www.cancer.ca/ab/screening or 403-527-0028
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The Historic Clay District is Looking for energetic, friendly people who have an interest in history & art to Volunteer their time …info Ron 403-529-1070
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Art of Friendship @ Citizen Advocacy is looking for new members & volunteers Pat 403-527-9787
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MH & District Food Bank & Services receives & distributes food. Cash donations welcome – Volunteers is the backbone of our organization Volunteers needed Connie 403-528-4313
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Help the Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation(CCFF)in its battle against cystic fibrosis – the most common, fatal genetic disease affecting young Canadians.1-800-378-2233 www.cysticfibrosis.ca
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Med Hat & District Citizen Society - Want to make friends & have fun? Art of Friendship meets every Wed between 2 – 3pm – Come out and join us ..info Pat 403-527-9787
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Medicine Hat & District Citizen Advocacy Society is seeking volunteers.  They are in search of volunteers (Bingo or Casino Volunteers) who are prepared to reach out and lend a hand to members of our community who may not be as fortunate as you.  Call Pat @ 403-527-9787
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AJ’s Loan Cupboard is looking for equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers, lift’s electric beds, bath seats & small items such as canes & aluminum crutches..info 403-580-5580
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Redcliff Victim Services are looking for Volunteers. If you are a caring person who would like to help people in crisis…please call Terry for more details @ 403-548-7848
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The M H & District Canada Day Society requires volunteers to fill various vacant committee positions. Meetings 3rd Tues of each month from Jan to July 403-526-0417
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Become a Big Brother/Big Sister, they are looking for “Special Adult Friends”…for more info contact Big Brothers/Big Sisters @ 403-527-6640…Share A Little Magic –“BE A ‘BIG!’”
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If you have new or used medical equipment to donate, are interested in volunteering your time & expertise, or would like to make a financial donation to AJ’s …please call 403-580-5580
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The MH Branch of the Society for Creative Anachronism meets every Wed @ Webster Niblock School @ 7pm…more info Denise 403-526-6314
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Mood Disorders Association will now be holding their weekly meetings @ Victory Lutheran
Church on Tuesday evenings from 6:30pm – 8pm
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Saamis Employment & Training Assoc is having Free Training Programs for aboriginal People… For more info on the above or Treaty 7/Meti Nations call 403-504-4056
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Join the Veiner Centre 50 + Club – Come play cards or bingo from 7 – 8:15pm – lunch & then swing the night away dancing to Live Music Open to all couples or singles 50+  403-526-9620
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M H Chess Club announces the resumption of its regular Club Night on Wednesdays from 7 – 10:30pm @ the Day Program Area @ South Ridge Village…Bill 403-526-5484
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Community Response to Abuse & Neglect of Elders – Call Crane 403-529-4798 - 24 hours a day – If you want help with abuse or neglect - Help stop abuse & neglect
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The Alzheimer Society in Med Hat is looking for volunteers – Is someone in your family affected by Alzheimer Disease or a related dementia more info or to be a part…call Carol 403-528-2700
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Volunteers Needed – For one on one support for a new service “A guide At Your Side’...more info Karen @ Med Hat & District Citizen Advocacy 403-527-9787
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You are invited to a New Ministry event @ Glenview Nazarene Church on the 4th Sunday of each month @ 7pm - This will be a ‘Country Western Gospel Service. Info Dennis 403-529-9300
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The Brain Storm Brain Injury Support Group of Med Hat meet the 4th Wednesday of every month @ 770 – 7th St. S.W. @ 7pm …more info Donna 403-528-2661
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SUPPORT GROUP – for Families & Friends of those with an Eating Disorder (F.F.E.D.) will meet every Wed @ 7:30pm @ St. Peter’s Lutheran Church ...more info Patti 403-529-3500
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We recognize that people are not handicap by their disabilities but by obstacles or a barrier in their environment. Become a volunteer FOR TETRA … 403-977-1870 or 403-529-9604
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED – Are you a person” Who” cares, who gives with your heart & shares? Share your talents Volunteer coordinator @ Phoenix Safe House Women’s Shelter 403-527-8223
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The Good Samaritan Society @ South Ridge Village is in need of volunteers to help with all Programs, special events, outings & daily activities with residents ...more info 403-528-5068
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People with low vision, reduced mobility & seniors can now stop by the CNIB to learn about access & experience the resources of the Internet @ the CNIB Office...info 403-527-2211
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Med Hat Writers Club Meets every Tue @ 7:30pm in the basement @ The Veiner Center. If you enjoy reading, writing & listening…Please Come...more info Kay 403-527-7160
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Med Hat Vintage Vehicle Car Club holds their Regular Meetings the 1st Wed of every month in the basement of the Veiner Centre. New or perspective members welcome…Richard 403-527-3678
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Many Albertans lack the basic Literacy skills needed to read the newspaper, write a letter or read a book to their child – Please volunteer as a Tutor to make a difference in ones life. 403-529-3878
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Cactus Country Toastmasters Club every Tue 12 noon thru 1 pm City Hall Liz 403-526-0533
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Circle T Toastmasters meet every Tue evening @ the Med Hat Public Library @ 6:30pm
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Gas City Square Toastmaster meets every Thurs @ noon @ ABC Restaurant...Liz 403-526-0533
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CNIB is in need of volunteers for One-on-One with clients to help read mail, etc… If you have a couple hours a week to spare - CNIB is looking for volunteers to support the new Learning Internet Communications System to help the blind, visually impaired or deafblind.403-527-2211
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Seizure Disorder Support Group for those with Seizures or Epilepsy will meet @ the Veiner Centre every 2nd Tue of every month from 7pm – 9pm…info 403-529-0021 or 403-548-2877
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Gamblers Anonymous 50+ plus weekly meetings Wed afternoons @ 2pm @ Victory Lutheran Church @ the Parking Lot entrance. Everyone Welcome ...for more info Lyn 403-526-7792
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Med Hat & District Citizen Advocacy Society is seeking volunteers who are prepared to reach out & lend a hand to a member of our community who are not as fortunate as us…Pat 403-527-9787
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HABIT FOR HUMANITY – needs people and volunteers who have skills? Or are willing to give time and get involved in a terrific outreach to others ...more info Frank 403-504-5043
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The Med Hat Chapter of Mother’s Against drunk Drivers is growing and they need HELP – if you can volunteer some or any time to this worthy cause, please call MADD @ 403-504-4000
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The FAM Quilters meet the 2nd & 4th Tuesday of each month @ Fifth Ave. Memorial United Church @ 7pm, everyone is invited ...more info 403-526-2237
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Are you affected by Infertility? The infertility Support Group will be holding their meeting on the 1st Wed of each month @ the Health Unit on Dunmore Road @ 7pm...Info Terry 403-502-8200
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You do not have to drink to suffer the effects of Alcohol. If you are experiencing problems due to a loved ones drinking – We can HELP?  Alanon 403-527-8252
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Community Support Group Meetings for members infected or affected by Hepatitis will meet the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of every month @ The Red Cross House… more info 403-527-7099
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Volunteers and Victorian Order of Nurses are a community team. If you would like to volunteer @ Bingo’s in the office or at any programs offered by the VON … 403-529-8025
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Gamblers Anonymous weekly meetings Mon & Thurs nights @ 7:30 @ the AADAC Provincial Building (3rd Ave Entrance) … 403-526-7792 or 403-527-7673 or 1-877-437-3777
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The Coffee Break Women’s Bible Study Group meets every Thurs morning from 9:30am – 11am @ the MH Christian Reform Church (300 Primrose Dr. S.E.)...info Wendy @ 403-529-0121
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The MH & Area Chapter of the Schizophrenia Society of Alberta holds their monthly meeting
every 4th Tues @ 7:30pm @ Victory Lutheran Church …more info 403-526-5551