Coming Events
CLUBS AND GROUPS
The Probus Club of South Delta, a non-profit fellowship club for retired and semi-retired professional and business people, will hold its next regular monthly meeting at The Tsawwassen Golf & Country Club at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 21. Chris Hopkins, a skilled photographer, will talk about and share some of the images of the land and wildlife he captured with his camera on his recent trip to Namibia, Botswana and Victoria Falls. Call Olive Sansom at 604-943-8995 for more information.
The award-winning documentary Blue Gold will be shown at the Ladner Pioneer Library Wednesday, Oct. 21 at 7 p.m. Blue Gold is about the world water crisis and who will control our dwindling fresh water supply? This film won the best environmental film award at last year's Vancouver International Film Festival. Door prizes. Coffee/tea available. All welcome. Sponsored by the Delta Chapter of The Council of Canadians. For further information call Cathy Wilander at 604-946-0877.
There's an introduction to DNA activation on Thursday, Oct. 22 at 7 p.m at Wellspring Health in Tsawwassen. The cost is $20.
There's a Doula Speed Dating Night on Friday, Oct. 23 at 7 p.m. at 202-1624
56th St., Tsawwassen. It's a free event for expecting couples to meet three
local doulas in face-to-face mini interviews. RSVP to Wendy at wendyfrasca@telus.net or 604-649-8843.
Messy Church will be held at All Saints Anglican Church (the corner of Ladner Trunk Road and Arthur Drive) starting at 5:30 p.m., on Saturday, Oct. 24. This is for families with young children to join in crafts, songs, worship and a meal. For more information call 604 946-8413.
UBC is coming to Delta on Saturday, Oct. 24 at the Delta Town and Country Inn to meet with grade 11 and 12 students and parents to speak about UBC campuses, academic programs and applying to UBC. The event goes from 10:30 a.m. to noon This event is open to all high school students and families. Register online at you.ubc.ca.
Worried about climate change? Want to do something about it? Come join us as we travel to the International Day Of Climate Action march on Saturday, Oct. 24 in Vancouver. The march is one of 1,500 being held around the world to demand government's take real action on climate change. We are a group of concerned South Delta citizens who want to do something about this. We are meeting at the Ladner Exchange on Saturday morning on Oct. 24 and getting on the 11:20 a.m. 601 bus. For further information call 604-946-0877.
The University Women's Club of South Delta meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month at the Royal Oaks Clubhouse, 1100-56th St., at 7:15 p.m. With monthly guest speakers and interest groups, the club is dedicated to the promotion of education and improvement of the status of women. New members are always welcome. Call Cheryl at 604-943-4634 or Anna at 604-943-0042. The next meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 27 will feature Sheila Zerr, speaking about Nursing uniforms & their role in professional identity along with a parade of costumes.
Canadian Mental Health Association, Delta branch, offers free, facilitated, Depression/ Bipolar Support Group meetings for people with depression or symptoms of depression. The group meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month from 7 to 9 p.m. at 14-1835-56th St., Tsawwassen. Call 604-943-1878 for info. Next meeting: Oct. 27.
There's a Social-Emotional Intelligence in Children parent education event at South Park Elementary Ecole on Wednesday, Oct. 28 from 6:45 to 9 p.m. Tickets cost $20 per person. Contact mjcnamaste@gmail.com or 604-317-2716 for tickets.
The Ladner Single Parents Support Group wishes to invite single parents with dependent children to a free dinner at the Ladner Christian Reformed Church, 4594-54A St., Ladner on Wednesday, Oct. 28. Registration at 5:15 p.m. Dinner at 5:30 p.m. For further information contact Tanya at 778-389-0654.
Canadian Mental Health Assoc. Delta, offers free, facilitated, Family Support Group meetings for family and friends who are supporting a person living with a mental illness. The group meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at 14-1835-56th St., Tsawwassen. Call 604-943-1878 for info. Next meeting: Oct. 28.
Have you ever wondered how the Massey Tunnel was built? Now you have an opportunity to find out. On Saturday, Nov. 7 at 6 p.m. drop by the Delta Museum and Archives for an after hours viewing of the exhibit Tunnel Vision - 50th Anniversary of the George Massey Tunnel followed with a screening of the home video of the tunnel's construction recorded by George Massey. Cost is $5 a person. For more information or to purchase tickets call 604-946-9322 or visit www.deltamuseum.ca.
A rock and gem show, The Joy of Rocks, will be hosted by the Delta Rockhounds on Sunday, Nov. 15 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the South Delta Recreation Centre
1720-56th St., Tsawwassen. Admission by donation.
The Delta Stamp Club meets every second and fourth Tuesday at 7:15 p.m. at the Tsawwassen Library. New members are always welcome. Call 604-940-3803 for more information.
The All Saints Poinsettia Bazaar, 4755 Arthur Dr., Ladner, will feature gift baskets, handmade crafts, silent auction items, a quilt raffle, attic treasurers, homemade frozen pies, baking, and refreshments, along with our popular Balloon Blast. The bazaar is set for Saturday, Nov. 14, from
9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Are you a new parent? Would you like to enhance your relationship between you and your child and network with other parents or caregivers? Come take part in Mother Goose at the Library, an interactive program of rhymes, stories and songs for parents/caregivers and their child, newborn to 15 months. Snacks are provided. Mother Goose at the Library is on Fridays from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Ladner Pioneer Library and from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. at the Tsawwassen Library until Nov. 27. Registration is required. Call the information desk at your local library, Ladner: 604-946-6215. Tsawwassen: 604-943-2271.
Are you new to Canada and a youth looking to succeed in school, work and life? YOUTH-CAN! - a free program in Surrey and Delta is now accepting referrals. If you are between the ages of 15-25 and have lived in Canada for five years or less and are a permanent resident of Canada or awaiting permanent resident status, YOUTH-CAN! staff will support and train you to help you reach your goals. For more information call 604-501-6850 or e-mail youthcan@options.bc.ca.
The Knitting Sisters Group makes hats, scarves, laprobes, slippers, and baby items to donate to cancer patients, sick children, homeless and other worthy causes. If you would like to help knit/crochet; donate yarn; or be a sponsor contact Alice at 604-946-3060 or agisborne@dccnet.com. Visit www.user.dccnet.com/agisborne for more information.
There is a Teens Book Club on the second Thursday of every month from Oct. to Jan. 2010 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at Delta libraries. This program is limited to 15 participants. Registration is required.
Spaces are available in Kids World, a licensed before and after school child care program for children grades 2 to 7. Housed at Wintemute Boys and Girls Club, transportation provide to and from Port Guichon, Hawthorne and Ladner Elementary schools. Fees range from $120 to $320 depending on services requires. For more information call 604-946-2027.
Delta Photo Club weekly meetings are on Wednesdays from 7 to 9 p.m. at the McKee Senior Recreation Centre, 5155-47th Ave., Ladner. New members always welcome. Contact Karen for further details at escape2ocean@yahoo.ca.
Book a table for a Craft Fair Sale on Nov. 14 at the Tsawwassen Legion, 22-1835 56th St. E-mail nytwings@telus.net for applications. Spots are only $15.
Delta Potters are accepting new members. To register for the coming year contact Carole Clancey at 604-943-5987. For more information visit deltapotters.com.
Ambassador Toastmasters meets from 7:15 to 9:15 p.m. on the first and third Tuesdays of each month at the Fireside Room in the Tsawwassen Alliance Church
4951-12th Ave. Contact Vera at 604-943-4782 or veradtm@telus.net for more information.
DYSL Discoveries Thrift Store in Tsawwassen, 1308-56th St., is looking for enthusiastic volunteers of all ages to work in our friendly environment. Call 604-948-0108 or drop by.
Volunteers are needed for the Hospice Cottage Thrift Store in Tsawwassen. Can accommodate most schedules - weekdays, weekday evenings and weekends. For more information call 604-948-0660,
drop by the store at 1521-56th St., Tsawwassen or visit www.deltahospice.org.
Learn techniques of meditation and mindfulness which have been handed down through generations with teacher Lama Tsultrum every Wednesday from 10 to 10:45 a.m. at 120 North Tsawwassen Dr., Delta. The class is good for beginners to advanced. Call 604-943-1182 to sign up. There is limited seating.
Stories at Sharkey's is a support group for writers and storytellers. Any genre, fiction or non-fiction, poetry. Everyone welcome. It's at Sharkey's Restaurant on the third Thursday of the month from 1:30 to 3 p.m. For more information, e-mail info@agentstory.net.
Gateway Society, Services for Persons with Autism has been providing outreach and residential services to adults and children throughout the province for thirty-one years from our base in Ladner. The group is looking for volunteers to sit on its Board of Directors. Accounting, business, legal or fundraising experience would be particularly valuable. Contact Barbara Baydala at 604-946-0401 for further information.
Delta Deas Rowing Club is offering interested youths and adults an opportunity to learn to row. This is your chance to try a great sport. For more information call 604-946-3074 or visit www.deltadeas.com.
Free Parent Support group: Parent Support Circles are a free, bi-weekly, confidential parent gathering with a focus on parenting children with ADHD or behaviour challenges. They are led by trained facilitators and held every second Friday from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Reach Child and Youth Development Society, 3- 3800-72nd St., Ladner (off Hwy 10). To register call Lisa at 604-946-6622 ext.342 or e-mail lisaw@reachdevelopment.org or call Bella at 604-569-3110 or e-mail at office@parentsupportbc.ca.
The Tsawwassen Writing Group meets every second and fourth Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to noon at the Tsawwassen Library. Admission is free. Limited seating. For more information call Belle Curd at 604-948-5441.
Want to improve your communication skills? Be more effective in meetings?
Get your point across more concisely? Then come visit the Ambassadors Club and learn how membership can help you succeed. The group meets at the Tsawwassen Alliance Church, 4951-12th Ave., Tsawwassen in the Fireside Room Every first, second and third Tuesday of each month at 7:15 p.m. For more information, contact Donna Makelki at: 604-948-5443 or dmakelki@telus.net. The group is also accepting applications from female students for two $1,000 bursaries. For applications, contact Caroline Becir at 604 943-4358 or via e-mail at cbecir@dccnet.com. Application deadline is May 31, 2009.
The Ladner Business Association meets every Thursday at 8 a.m. at Ricky's All Day Grill, 5239 Ladner Trunk Rd. The group's aim is to promote Ladner as a great place to do business and live. The group raises funds for local charitable causes.
Moments for Moms, a morning out for moms in the community to be encouraged as a parent, meets at the South Delta Baptist Church every second and fourth Tuesday of the month, from 9:15 to 11:15 a.m. Contact South Delta Baptist Church at 604-943-8244 to attend. For more information contact Donna Makelki at 604-948-5443 or dmakelki@telus.net.
The Rotary Club of Tsawwassen meets every Thursday at 7:15 a.m. at Beach Grove Golf Club.
The Canadian Cancer Society is in need of volunteer drivers in the Ladner/Tsawwassen area to take cancer patients to and from their cancer treatments in Vancouver and Surrey. We reimburse for mileage. You must provide a drivers abstract and have proof of insurance to apply. For more information contact Linda Kelly at lkelly@bc.cancer.ca or by phone at 604-533-1668.
Widen your social circle by joining the Circle of Friends. Enjoy pub nights, pot-luck meals, restaurants, theme dinners, games nights and more. Singles only. Call Mike at 604-946-3773.
Abreast in a Boat is the world's first breast cancer survivor dragon boat team. The group is dedicated to raising breast cancer awareness and demonstrating that there is life after diagnosis. The group is always looking for new members. If you would like more information visit www.abreastinaboat.com or e-mail Bunny at newmembers@abreastinaboat.com.
Delta Hospice Society's hosts a drop-in Walking Group on Wednesdays at 10 a.m.
at Delta Hospice Care Centre, 1077-56th St., Tsawwassen. Call 604-948-0660 for more information.
The Hospice Cottage Thrift Store needs volunteers. Call 604-948-0660 and leave a voice mail for Sandy in box 333 or drop by the store at 1521-56th St., Tsawwassen.
Enhance your communication and leadership skills. Join Delta Toastmasters on Thursdays from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Find the group at Kin House, 5050-47th Ave. (beside Ladner Library). Call Eileen at 604-943-7414 for more information.
Book club - new members welcome. Meetings are on the last Thursday of the month.
Interesting and current fiction read and discussed. Call Bev at 778-230-8753 for more information.
The Delta Rock and Gem Club meets every third Monday of the month at the South Delta Recreation Centre. Meetings are at 7:30 p.m. There are educational programs and workshops. For more information call 604-943-4568.
Delta Hospice Society hosts a drop-in Relaxation Circle on Tuesdays from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Delta Hospice Care Centre 115-1077-56th St., Tsawwassen. For anyone: Newly diagnosed with cancer, coping with a recurrence, undergoing treatment at the BC Cancer Centre, managing a chronic progressive illness, experiencing caregiver burnout, recently bereaved, family or friend. For more information call 604-948-0660.
Boundary Bay I.O.D.E., a ladies Canadian charity organization, meets the second Tuesday evening each month. New members welcome. For information contact June Langsford at 604-943-2296.
There's a drop-in walking group on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. at the Delta Hospice Care Centre for anyone widowed over a year, wondering how to adjust, wanting to talk with others. For more information call 604-948-0660.
The South Fraser Gogos is a group of (mostly) grandmothers who support the Stephen Lewis Foundation in its efforts to help grandmothers in Africa who are raising their orphaned grandchildren because of AIDS. The group meets on the second Wednesday of every month. Come hear how you could be involved in fundraising, advocacy or raising awareness. Call 604-946-1012 for more information.
Deltones Toastmasters Club meetings are held in Ladner every second and fourth Wednesday from 7:15 to 9 p.m. at the Fraser Health Unit (beside Delta municipal hall). Call David at 604-946-4048 for more information or visit www.toastmasters.bc.ca/deltones.
The Canadian Federation of University Women is an educational, fundraising and social organization working to raise the status of women. Prospective members are invited to join the group on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7:15 p.m. at the Tsawwassen Arts Centre, 1172-56th St. For more information call 604-946-4664.
Delta Chess Club welcomes players of all abilities for games on Thursday at 7 p.m. at South Delta Library. Contact Chris Ludwig at 604-275-4762.
SENIORS
There's a Halloween Birthday Lunch on Friday, Oct. 30 at 12:30 p.m. at the McKee Seniors Recreation Centre. Entertainer: Pastor Ken, a gospel singer/comedian. It costs $5 for members and $6 for non-members. Call 604-946-1411.
Get into the spirit of the season with Sentimental Journey who will be playing for the Masquerade Dance to be held Friday, Oct. 30 at the Kinsmen Recreation Centre, 5430-10th Ave., Tsawwassen, 604-943-0225. Costumes are optional and doors open at 7 p.m. with dancing from 8 to 11 p.m. Tickets are available at the Kinsmen Recreation Centre. It costs $8 for members and $10 for non-members.
Singles over 60 Friendship Group meets every third Wednesday of the month. If you are on your own, why not join us for fun and friendship. We have lunches, dine out or join our walking group, book club or special events. For more information call Janet at 604-943-4296 or Joe at 604-943-3317.
South Delta Seniors Travel, open Monday to Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at the Kinsmen Recreation Centre, has cancelled a River Rock Casino Trip on Friday, Nov. 13. The trip will now be to Fraser Downs on Friday, Nov. 20. For details call 604-943-0225 ext. 261. It costs $5 for members and $6 for non-members.
Book now to reserve a table for the Kinsmen ninth annual Christmas Craft Fair, Saturday, Nov. 21. Rental for a six-foot table is $35 with 50 tables available. This popular sale showcases local crafts and always draws a large crowd. Call the Kinsmen Recreation Centre 604-943-0225 for further information.
South Delta Seniors Travel, open Monday to Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at the Kinsmen Recreation Centre, has a Christmas in Victoria trip on Dec. 1, 2 and 3. For details call 604-943-0225 ext. 261. Deadline to register: Nov. 5.
SPECIAL EVENTS
On Tuesday, Oct. 27 at 7:30 p.m. at the Ladner Leisure Centre the Delta Ice Hawks proudly host fans from Delta Community Living Society in recognition of Community Living Month, a time to celebrate the gifts that people with developmental disabilities bring to our vibrant and diverse communities. Everyone is welcome to attend this game against the Richmond Sockeyes that includes a ceremonial puck drop, information display and more.
The Delta Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Shop, 4816 Delta St., will hold its next Collectible Sale on Wednesday, Oct. 28. Hours are from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Come early for the best selection.
There's a Halloween Luncheon, hosted by Fraser Chapter #30 Ladner DES, at the Delta Masonic Hall, 4873-Delta St., from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 31. The cost is $7. There will be home baking, a wine draw and all are welcomed in costumes.
FUND RAISERS
The United Entertainers host a Halloween Dance on Oct. 24 at the Ladner Community Centre from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. Prizes for best costumes. Tickets cost $25 and are available at Submlime Art Supply and Gallery, Glacier Beer and Wine Makers, Ladner Village Hardware, Wellsprings Health and The Repair Man.
There's a portrait fundraiser on Oct. 24 and 25 at Diefenbaker Park for the Boundary Bay Montessori House. Portraits cost $35 per session for school families and $40 for other guests. To book a session contact Rauni at rauni@deltalawoffice.com or call 604-763-4902.
Victoria Maxwell will be performing her one-woman show, Funny... You Don't Look Crazy as fundraising event for The Canadian Mental Health Association - Delta Branch on Thursday, Oct. 28 at Genesis Theatre, 5615-51st St., Ladner. Call 604-943-1878 or drop by the branch, 14-1835-56th St., Delta, for tickets. Tickets cost $35 per person, or $60 per couple.
Holiday Shopping at the Delta Museum & Archives Annual Holiday Bazaar & Raffle on Nov. 13 and 14 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Kinsmen House (5050-47th Ave., next to the Ladner Pioneer Library). Purchase a ticket for a chance to win fabulous prizes (three for $5 or one for $2). For more information or to purchase tickets call 604-946-9322 or visit www.deltamuseum.ca.
Doghouse is holding another Ceilidh/Barn Dance at Ladner Community Centre on Saturday, Nov. 14 from 7:30 to 11 p.m. Tickets available by calling 604-940-0844 or by collection from Grapes 4 U in Ladner. Tickets cost $16 per adult and $10 per child under 10, and include snacks, a pay bar, door prizes, dancing to a caller and great music by Doghouse. All proceeds donated to Delta Hospital.
Bless the life of a child in a developing country through Operation Christmas Child. Bring joy and hope by filling a shoebox with small items. Boxes now available through South Delta Baptist Church. Call 604-943-8244. National Collection Week is Nov. 16 to 21. $7 donation requested.
Enjoy an evening of fashion at the Annual Fashion Show & Silent Auction at the Delta Museum and Archives. In celebration of 40 years of preserving Delta's history on Saturday, Nov. 28 at 7 p.m., we will stroll down memory lane to the fashion scene of 1969. Cost is $15 for adults and $10 for students & seniors. For more information or to purchase tickets call 604-946-9322 or visit www.deltamuseum.ca.
ARTS
A new show by the South Delta Artists Guild opens Wednesday, Oct. 14, at the Tsawwassen Town Centre Mall. Brushstrokes is wide ranging in content and style and runs until Friday, Oct. 30. For more information on upcoming shows and workshops visit: southdeltaartistsguild.com.
A new choir is born. Delta Sings, with accomplished choir director, John Trepp, already has about a dozen enthusiastic singers who quickly decided they could produce a well-balanced and blended choral sound. The choir welcomes singers who wish to add their voices to what will be a well-rehearsed ensemble. Practices are held at All Saints Anglican Church, 4755 Arthur Drive, Ladner on Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. The ages of this group range is from student to senior, so interested men and women of any age may call 604-946-9124 or email cportman@telus.net.
On Oct. 23 at 8 p.m. the Vancouver Blues Society presents Jack Lavin with a great guitarist/singer Marty Bernard and guests at the Tsawwasen Legion Branch 289. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Call 604-943-0232.
Music lovers are invited to join a cajon (box) and palma (hand clapping) workshop with the award-winning flamenco teacher, dancer and historian Oscar Nieto. The six-hour workshop is open to all levels and the cost is $150. It runs at Los Gitanos School of Spanish Dance in Tsawwassen on Oct. 30 (6 to 8 p.m.), Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 (2 to 4 p.m.). Participants are not required to have a dance background. To register contact Bev Mantovani at 604-948-8081 or e-mail: gmantovani@dccnet.com.
The Sidekick Players Club will be holding auditions for two roles (one female, 30, one male, 30) for Bernard Slade's Same Time, Next Year on Nov. 2 and 3 from 7 to 9 p.m. with callbacks on Nov. 4. Bring your resume and rehearsal availability. Contact carroll.lefebvre@hotmail.com to schedule an audition appointment. Drop-in auditions are welcome but scheduled appointments will take precedence.
A parade band is looking for members. Men and women are welcome. Uniforms are provided. Contact Don at 604-946-8130.
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The Coming Events column is published every Wednesday as a community service. If you have a non-profit event, mail, drop off, fax, or e-mail (events@delta-optimist.com) the details to the Optimist by 3 p.m. Monday. Submissions are subject to space limitations (no phone calls, please).
The Probus Club of South Delta, a non-profit fellowship club for retired and semi-retired professional and business people, will hold its next regular monthly meeting at The Tsawwassen Golf & Country Club at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 21. Chris Hopkins, a skilled photographer, will talk about and share some of the images of the land and wildlife he captured with his camera on his recent trip to Namibia, Botswana and Victoria Falls. Call Olive Sansom at 604-943-8995 for more information.
The award-winning documentary Blue Gold will be shown at the Ladner Pioneer Library Wednesday, Oct. 21 at 7 p.m. Blue Gold is about the world water crisis and who will control our dwindling fresh water supply? This film won the best environmental film award at last year's Vancouver International Film Festival. Door prizes. Coffee/tea available. All welcome. Sponsored by the Delta Chapter of The Council of Canadians. For further information call Cathy Wilander at 604-946-0877.
There's an introduction to DNA activation on Thursday, Oct. 22 at 7 p.m at Wellspring Health in Tsawwassen. The cost is $20.
There's a Doula Speed Dating Night on Friday, Oct. 23 at 7 p.m. at 202-1624
56th St., Tsawwassen. It's a free event for expecting couples to meet three
local doulas in face-to-face mini interviews. RSVP to Wendy at wendyfrasca@telus.net or 604-649-8843.
Messy Church will be held at All Saints Anglican Church (the corner of Ladner Trunk Road and Arthur Drive) starting at 5:30 p.m., on Saturday, Oct. 24. This is for families with young children to join in crafts, songs, worship and a meal. For more information call 604 946-8413.
UBC is coming to Delta on Saturday, Oct. 24 at the Delta Town and Country Inn to meet with grade 11 and 12 students and parents to speak about UBC campuses, academic programs and applying to UBC. The event goes from 10:30 a.m. to noon This event is open to all high school students and families. Register online at you.ubc.ca.
Worried about climate change? Want to do something about it? Come join us as we travel to the International Day Of Climate Action march on Saturday, Oct. 24 in Vancouver. The march is one of 1,500 being held around the world to demand government's take real action on climate change. We are a group of concerned South Delta citizens who want to do something about this. We are meeting at the Ladner Exchange on Saturday morning on Oct. 24 and getting on the 11:20 a.m. 601 bus. For further information call 604-946-0877.
The University Women's Club of South Delta meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month at the Royal Oaks Clubhouse, 1100-56th St., at 7:15 p.m. With monthly guest speakers and interest groups, the club is dedicated to the promotion of education and improvement of the status of women. New members are always welcome. Call Cheryl at 604-943-4634 or Anna at 604-943-0042. The next meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 27 will feature Sheila Zerr, speaking about Nursing uniforms & their role in professional identity along with a parade of costumes.
Canadian Mental Health Association, Delta branch, offers free, facilitated, Depression/ Bipolar Support Group meetings for people with depression or symptoms of depression. The group meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month from 7 to 9 p.m. at 14-1835-56th St., Tsawwassen. Call 604-943-1878 for info. Next meeting: Oct. 27.
There's a Social-Emotional Intelligence in Children parent education event at South Park Elementary Ecole on Wednesday, Oct. 28 from 6:45 to 9 p.m. Tickets cost $20 per person. Contact mjcnamaste@gmail.com or 604-317-2716 for tickets.
The Ladner Single Parents Support Group wishes to invite single parents with dependent children to a free dinner at the Ladner Christian Reformed Church, 4594-54A St., Ladner on Wednesday, Oct. 28. Registration at 5:15 p.m. Dinner at 5:30 p.m. For further information contact Tanya at 778-389-0654.
Canadian Mental Health Assoc. Delta, offers free, facilitated, Family Support Group meetings for family and friends who are supporting a person living with a mental illness. The group meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at 14-1835-56th St., Tsawwassen. Call 604-943-1878 for info. Next meeting: Oct. 28.
Have you ever wondered how the Massey Tunnel was built? Now you have an opportunity to find out. On Saturday, Nov. 7 at 6 p.m. drop by the Delta Museum and Archives for an after hours viewing of the exhibit Tunnel Vision - 50th Anniversary of the George Massey Tunnel followed with a screening of the home video of the tunnel's construction recorded by George Massey. Cost is $5 a person. For more information or to purchase tickets call 604-946-9322 or visit www.deltamuseum.ca.
A rock and gem show, The Joy of Rocks, will be hosted by the Delta Rockhounds on Sunday, Nov. 15 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the South Delta Recreation Centre
1720-56th St., Tsawwassen. Admission by donation.
The Delta Stamp Club meets every second and fourth Tuesday at 7:15 p.m. at the Tsawwassen Library. New members are always welcome. Call 604-940-3803 for more information.
The All Saints Poinsettia Bazaar, 4755 Arthur Dr., Ladner, will feature gift baskets, handmade crafts, silent auction items, a quilt raffle, attic treasurers, homemade frozen pies, baking, and refreshments, along with our popular Balloon Blast. The bazaar is set for Saturday, Nov. 14, from
9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Are you a new parent? Would you like to enhance your relationship between you and your child and network with other parents or caregivers? Come take part in Mother Goose at the Library, an interactive program of rhymes, stories and songs for parents/caregivers and their child, newborn to 15 months. Snacks are provided. Mother Goose at the Library is on Fridays from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Ladner Pioneer Library and from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. at the Tsawwassen Library until Nov. 27. Registration is required. Call the information desk at your local library, Ladner: 604-946-6215. Tsawwassen: 604-943-2271.
Are you new to Canada and a youth looking to succeed in school, work and life? YOUTH-CAN! - a free program in Surrey and Delta is now accepting referrals. If you are between the ages of 15-25 and have lived in Canada for five years or less and are a permanent resident of Canada or awaiting permanent resident status, YOUTH-CAN! staff will support and train you to help you reach your goals. For more information call 604-501-6850 or e-mail youthcan@options.bc.ca.
The Knitting Sisters Group makes hats, scarves, laprobes, slippers, and baby items to donate to cancer patients, sick children, homeless and other worthy causes. If you would like to help knit/crochet; donate yarn; or be a sponsor contact Alice at 604-946-3060 or agisborne@dccnet.com. Visit www.user.dccnet.com/agisborne for more information.
There is a Teens Book Club on the second Thursday of every month from Oct. to Jan. 2010 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at Delta libraries. This program is limited to 15 participants. Registration is required.
Spaces are available in Kids World, a licensed before and after school child care program for children grades 2 to 7. Housed at Wintemute Boys and Girls Club, transportation provide to and from Port Guichon, Hawthorne and Ladner Elementary schools. Fees range from $120 to $320 depending on services requires. For more information call 604-946-2027.
Delta Photo Club weekly meetings are on Wednesdays from 7 to 9 p.m. at the McKee Senior Recreation Centre, 5155-47th Ave., Ladner. New members always welcome. Contact Karen for further details at escape2ocean@yahoo.ca.
Book a table for a Craft Fair Sale on Nov. 14 at the Tsawwassen Legion, 22-1835 56th St. E-mail nytwings@telus.net for applications. Spots are only $15.
Delta Potters are accepting new members. To register for the coming year contact Carole Clancey at 604-943-5987. For more information visit deltapotters.com.
Ambassador Toastmasters meets from 7:15 to 9:15 p.m. on the first and third Tuesdays of each month at the Fireside Room in the Tsawwassen Alliance Church
4951-12th Ave. Contact Vera at 604-943-4782 or veradtm@telus.net for more information.
DYSL Discoveries Thrift Store in Tsawwassen, 1308-56th St., is looking for enthusiastic volunteers of all ages to work in our friendly environment. Call 604-948-0108 or drop by.
Volunteers are needed for the Hospice Cottage Thrift Store in Tsawwassen. Can accommodate most schedules - weekdays, weekday evenings and weekends. For more information call 604-948-0660,
drop by the store at 1521-56th St., Tsawwassen or visit www.deltahospice.org.
Learn techniques of meditation and mindfulness which have been handed down through generations with teacher Lama Tsultrum every Wednesday from 10 to 10:45 a.m. at 120 North Tsawwassen Dr., Delta. The class is good for beginners to advanced. Call 604-943-1182 to sign up. There is limited seating.
Stories at Sharkey's is a support group for writers and storytellers. Any genre, fiction or non-fiction, poetry. Everyone welcome. It's at Sharkey's Restaurant on the third Thursday of the month from 1:30 to 3 p.m. For more information, e-mail info@agentstory.net.
Gateway Society, Services for Persons with Autism has been providing outreach and residential services to adults and children throughout the province for thirty-one years from our base in Ladner. The group is looking for volunteers to sit on its Board of Directors. Accounting, business, legal or fundraising experience would be particularly valuable. Contact Barbara Baydala at 604-946-0401 for further information.
Delta Deas Rowing Club is offering interested youths and adults an opportunity to learn to row. This is your chance to try a great sport. For more information call 604-946-3074 or visit www.deltadeas.com.
Free Parent Support group: Parent Support Circles are a free, bi-weekly, confidential parent gathering with a focus on parenting children with ADHD or behaviour challenges. They are led by trained facilitators and held every second Friday from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Reach Child and Youth Development Society, 3- 3800-72nd St., Ladner (off Hwy 10). To register call Lisa at 604-946-6622 ext.342 or e-mail lisaw@reachdevelopment.org or call Bella at 604-569-3110 or e-mail at office@parentsupportbc.ca.
The Tsawwassen Writing Group meets every second and fourth Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to noon at the Tsawwassen Library. Admission is free. Limited seating. For more information call Belle Curd at 604-948-5441.
Want to improve your communication skills? Be more effective in meetings?
Get your point across more concisely? Then come visit the Ambassadors Club and learn how membership can help you succeed. The group meets at the Tsawwassen Alliance Church, 4951-12th Ave., Tsawwassen in the Fireside Room Every first, second and third Tuesday of each month at 7:15 p.m. For more information, contact Donna Makelki at: 604-948-5443 or dmakelki@telus.net. The group is also accepting applications from female students for two $1,000 bursaries. For applications, contact Caroline Becir at 604 943-4358 or via e-mail at cbecir@dccnet.com. Application deadline is May 31, 2009.
The Ladner Business Association meets every Thursday at 8 a.m. at Ricky's All Day Grill, 5239 Ladner Trunk Rd. The group's aim is to promote Ladner as a great place to do business and live. The group raises funds for local charitable causes.
Moments for Moms, a morning out for moms in the community to be encouraged as a parent, meets at the South Delta Baptist Church every second and fourth Tuesday of the month, from 9:15 to 11:15 a.m. Contact South Delta Baptist Church at 604-943-8244 to attend. For more information contact Donna Makelki at 604-948-5443 or dmakelki@telus.net.
The Rotary Club of Tsawwassen meets every Thursday at 7:15 a.m. at Beach Grove Golf Club.
The Canadian Cancer Society is in need of volunteer drivers in the Ladner/Tsawwassen area to take cancer patients to and from their cancer treatments in Vancouver and Surrey. We reimburse for mileage. You must provide a drivers abstract and have proof of insurance to apply. For more information contact Linda Kelly at lkelly@bc.cancer.ca or by phone at 604-533-1668.
Widen your social circle by joining the Circle of Friends. Enjoy pub nights, pot-luck meals, restaurants, theme dinners, games nights and more. Singles only. Call Mike at 604-946-3773.
Abreast in a Boat is the world's first breast cancer survivor dragon boat team. The group is dedicated to raising breast cancer awareness and demonstrating that there is life after diagnosis. The group is always looking for new members. If you would like more information visit www.abreastinaboat.com or e-mail Bunny at newmembers@abreastinaboat.com.
Delta Hospice Society's hosts a drop-in Walking Group on Wednesdays at 10 a.m.
at Delta Hospice Care Centre, 1077-56th St., Tsawwassen. Call 604-948-0660 for more information.
The Hospice Cottage Thrift Store needs volunteers. Call 604-948-0660 and leave a voice mail for Sandy in box 333 or drop by the store at 1521-56th St., Tsawwassen.
Enhance your communication and leadership skills. Join Delta Toastmasters on Thursdays from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Find the group at Kin House, 5050-47th Ave. (beside Ladner Library). Call Eileen at 604-943-7414 for more information.
Book club - new members welcome. Meetings are on the last Thursday of the month.
Interesting and current fiction read and discussed. Call Bev at 778-230-8753 for more information.
The Delta Rock and Gem Club meets every third Monday of the month at the South Delta Recreation Centre. Meetings are at 7:30 p.m. There are educational programs and workshops. For more information call 604-943-4568.
Delta Hospice Society hosts a drop-in Relaxation Circle on Tuesdays from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Delta Hospice Care Centre 115-1077-56th St., Tsawwassen. For anyone: Newly diagnosed with cancer, coping with a recurrence, undergoing treatment at the BC Cancer Centre, managing a chronic progressive illness, experiencing caregiver burnout, recently bereaved, family or friend. For more information call 604-948-0660.
Boundary Bay I.O.D.E., a ladies Canadian charity organization, meets the second Tuesday evening each month. New members welcome. For information contact June Langsford at 604-943-2296.
There's a drop-in walking group on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. at the Delta Hospice Care Centre for anyone widowed over a year, wondering how to adjust, wanting to talk with others. For more information call 604-948-0660.
The South Fraser Gogos is a group of (mostly) grandmothers who support the Stephen Lewis Foundation in its efforts to help grandmothers in Africa who are raising their orphaned grandchildren because of AIDS. The group meets on the second Wednesday of every month. Come hear how you could be involved in fundraising, advocacy or raising awareness. Call 604-946-1012 for more information.
Deltones Toastmasters Club meetings are held in Ladner every second and fourth Wednesday from 7:15 to 9 p.m. at the Fraser Health Unit (beside Delta municipal hall). Call David at 604-946-4048 for more information or visit www.toastmasters.bc.ca/deltones.
The Canadian Federation of University Women is an educational, fundraising and social organization working to raise the status of women. Prospective members are invited to join the group on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7:15 p.m. at the Tsawwassen Arts Centre, 1172-56th St. For more information call 604-946-4664.
Delta Chess Club welcomes players of all abilities for games on Thursday at 7 p.m. at South Delta Library. Contact Chris Ludwig at 604-275-4762.
SENIORS
There's a Halloween Birthday Lunch on Friday, Oct. 30 at 12:30 p.m. at the McKee Seniors Recreation Centre. Entertainer: Pastor Ken, a gospel singer/comedian. It costs $5 for members and $6 for non-members. Call 604-946-1411.
Get into the spirit of the season with Sentimental Journey who will be playing for the Masquerade Dance to be held Friday, Oct. 30 at the Kinsmen Recreation Centre, 5430-10th Ave., Tsawwassen, 604-943-0225. Costumes are optional and doors open at 7 p.m. with dancing from 8 to 11 p.m. Tickets are available at the Kinsmen Recreation Centre. It costs $8 for members and $10 for non-members.
Singles over 60 Friendship Group meets every third Wednesday of the month. If you are on your own, why not join us for fun and friendship. We have lunches, dine out or join our walking group, book club or special events. For more information call Janet at 604-943-4296 or Joe at 604-943-3317.
South Delta Seniors Travel, open Monday to Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at the Kinsmen Recreation Centre, has cancelled a River Rock Casino Trip on Friday, Nov. 13. The trip will now be to Fraser Downs on Friday, Nov. 20. For details call 604-943-0225 ext. 261. It costs $5 for members and $6 for non-members.
Book now to reserve a table for the Kinsmen ninth annual Christmas Craft Fair, Saturday, Nov. 21. Rental for a six-foot table is $35 with 50 tables available. This popular sale showcases local crafts and always draws a large crowd. Call the Kinsmen Recreation Centre 604-943-0225 for further information.
South Delta Seniors Travel, open Monday to Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at the Kinsmen Recreation Centre, has a Christmas in Victoria trip on Dec. 1, 2 and 3. For details call 604-943-0225 ext. 261. Deadline to register: Nov. 5.
SPECIAL EVENTS
On Tuesday, Oct. 27 at 7:30 p.m. at the Ladner Leisure Centre the Delta Ice Hawks proudly host fans from Delta Community Living Society in recognition of Community Living Month, a time to celebrate the gifts that people with developmental disabilities bring to our vibrant and diverse communities. Everyone is welcome to attend this game against the Richmond Sockeyes that includes a ceremonial puck drop, information display and more.
The Delta Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Shop, 4816 Delta St., will hold its next Collectible Sale on Wednesday, Oct. 28. Hours are from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Come early for the best selection.
There's a Halloween Luncheon, hosted by Fraser Chapter #30 Ladner DES, at the Delta Masonic Hall, 4873-Delta St., from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 31. The cost is $7. There will be home baking, a wine draw and all are welcomed in costumes.
FUND RAISERS
The United Entertainers host a Halloween Dance on Oct. 24 at the Ladner Community Centre from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. Prizes for best costumes. Tickets cost $25 and are available at Submlime Art Supply and Gallery, Glacier Beer and Wine Makers, Ladner Village Hardware, Wellsprings Health and The Repair Man.
There's a portrait fundraiser on Oct. 24 and 25 at Diefenbaker Park for the Boundary Bay Montessori House. Portraits cost $35 per session for school families and $40 for other guests. To book a session contact Rauni at rauni@deltalawoffice.com or call 604-763-4902.
Victoria Maxwell will be performing her one-woman show, Funny... You Don't Look Crazy as fundraising event for The Canadian Mental Health Association - Delta Branch on Thursday, Oct. 28 at Genesis Theatre, 5615-51st St., Ladner. Call 604-943-1878 or drop by the branch, 14-1835-56th St., Delta, for tickets. Tickets cost $35 per person, or $60 per couple.
Holiday Shopping at the Delta Museum & Archives Annual Holiday Bazaar & Raffle on Nov. 13 and 14 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Kinsmen House (5050-47th Ave., next to the Ladner Pioneer Library). Purchase a ticket for a chance to win fabulous prizes (three for $5 or one for $2). For more information or to purchase tickets call 604-946-9322 or visit www.deltamuseum.ca.
Doghouse is holding another Ceilidh/Barn Dance at Ladner Community Centre on Saturday, Nov. 14 from 7:30 to 11 p.m. Tickets available by calling 604-940-0844 or by collection from Grapes 4 U in Ladner. Tickets cost $16 per adult and $10 per child under 10, and include snacks, a pay bar, door prizes, dancing to a caller and great music by Doghouse. All proceeds donated to Delta Hospital.
Bless the life of a child in a developing country through Operation Christmas Child. Bring joy and hope by filling a shoebox with small items. Boxes now available through South Delta Baptist Church. Call 604-943-8244. National Collection Week is Nov. 16 to 21. $7 donation requested.
Enjoy an evening of fashion at the Annual Fashion Show & Silent Auction at the Delta Museum and Archives. In celebration of 40 years of preserving Delta's history on Saturday, Nov. 28 at 7 p.m., we will stroll down memory lane to the fashion scene of 1969. Cost is $15 for adults and $10 for students & seniors. For more information or to purchase tickets call 604-946-9322 or visit www.deltamuseum.ca.
ARTS
A new show by the South Delta Artists Guild opens Wednesday, Oct. 14, at the Tsawwassen Town Centre Mall. Brushstrokes is wide ranging in content and style and runs until Friday, Oct. 30. For more information on upcoming shows and workshops visit: southdeltaartistsguild.com.
A new choir is born. Delta Sings, with accomplished choir director, John Trepp, already has about a dozen enthusiastic singers who quickly decided they could produce a well-balanced and blended choral sound. The choir welcomes singers who wish to add their voices to what will be a well-rehearsed ensemble. Practices are held at All Saints Anglican Church, 4755 Arthur Drive, Ladner on Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. The ages of this group range is from student to senior, so interested men and women of any age may call 604-946-9124 or email cportman@telus.net.
On Oct. 23 at 8 p.m. the Vancouver Blues Society presents Jack Lavin with a great guitarist/singer Marty Bernard and guests at the Tsawwasen Legion Branch 289. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Call 604-943-0232.
Music lovers are invited to join a cajon (box) and palma (hand clapping) workshop with the award-winning flamenco teacher, dancer and historian Oscar Nieto. The six-hour workshop is open to all levels and the cost is $150. It runs at Los Gitanos School of Spanish Dance in Tsawwassen on Oct. 30 (6 to 8 p.m.), Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 (2 to 4 p.m.). Participants are not required to have a dance background. To register contact Bev Mantovani at 604-948-8081 or e-mail: gmantovani@dccnet.com.
The Sidekick Players Club will be holding auditions for two roles (one female, 30, one male, 30) for Bernard Slade's Same Time, Next Year on Nov. 2 and 3 from 7 to 9 p.m. with callbacks on Nov. 4. Bring your resume and rehearsal availability. Contact carroll.lefebvre@hotmail.com to schedule an audition appointment. Drop-in auditions are welcome but scheduled appointments will take precedence.
A parade band is looking for members. Men and women are welcome. Uniforms are provided. Contact Don at 604-946-8130.
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