IODE Boundary Bay Chapter is seeking new members to help us in accomplishing our fundraising initiates. Our chapter primarily supports organizations in the South Delta community and comprises of 18 fun and enthusiastic ladies. We meet the second Tuesday each month from September through June. If you are looking to make a difference in your community and have fun doing it, please call Diane at 604-948-3198 for further information or to attend our September meeting as a guest.
Tsawwassen United Church pies are now available to be purchased. The high standard fruit pies are frozen and to be taken home to bake. The 10" pies are $10 and the 5" pies sell for $5. A variety of fruit fillings are available. Pie sales are Wednesday mornings from 9:30 - 11 a.m. at the church or call 604-943-2911.
Make a difference in your community, meet new people and learn new skills. The Delta Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Shop is looking for volunteers, men and women, days or evenings, weekdays or weekends. Drop by to pick up an application form at 4816 Delta Street in Ladner or phone for info 604-946-1455.
Ambassadors-Tsawwassen Toastmasters meet on Tuesday, Aug. 27 from 7 to 9 p.m. at South Delta Little House, 5061-12th Ave. Join in as we provide a supportive positive learning experience in which our members and welcomed guests are empowered to develop communication and leadership skills, resulting in a greater self-confidence and personal growth. For more info call Wendy Terriff 604-948-2396 or visit www.ambassadorstoastmasters.org, find us on Facebook & Meet Up.
Delta Chamber of Commerce hosts an After 5 Business Summer Social at Earthwise Society Garden Wednesday, Aug. 28. Cost: $15 or bring a friend for $25. Time: 5 - 7 p.m. Address: 6400-3rd Ave., Delta. To register: www.deltachamber.ca.
Delta Hospice Volunteer Training Program - Starts Sept. 16 and runs through Oct. 24. Sessions will be Monday and Thursday mornings, 9:30 a.m. - noon. Please call our Centre for Supportive Care at 604-948-0660 for registration information.
Delta Hospice Cottage Charity Shoppe in Tsawwassen is looking for volunteers for Thursday evenings, Friday afternoons, Saturday morning and afternoon shifts. If you are interested or would like more information please call 604-948-0660 ext. 333.
Tennis lessons and coaching for kids age 4 to 18 are available at Sunshine Hills Tennis Club for all skill levels from Beginner to Advanced. Visit www.sunshinehillstennisclub.ca for info and registration form for summer camps in July and August.
French language preschool Lutins du Bois is still accepting the applications for Sept. 2013. Non-French speaking children welcome! 785-49th St., Tsawwassen (located in Ecole du Bois-Joli). Call 604-948-1222 or e-mail [email protected].
Knitting Sisters group - If you would like to knit or crochet for worthy causes please contact Brenda Henderson at 604-946-8172 or [email protected] and Donna Miller at 604-948-0088 or [email protected]. Drop-in sessions every first and third Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. - noon at McKee Recreation Centre in Ladner. Yarn donations always welcomed and appreciated.
The South Delta Stroke Recovery Group meets every Tuesday at Tsawwassen United Church, 693-53rd St., from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Support group for stroke and aneurysm survivors offering caregiver support, speech therapy, music therapy, social activities, speakers, outings, and guided physical exercises. For more information call Dawn Sillett at 604-319-6775 or e-mail: [email protected].
The Hospice Cottage Charity Shoppe in Tsawwassen is looking for volunteers for Thursday evenings from 4 - 7 p.m. If you are interested in volunteering, please call Sandy at 604-948-0660 ext 333.
Weekly overeaters anonymous meetings are on Thursdays from 1 to 2:15 p.m. at the Ladner Gospel Assembly Church, 4979-44A Ave. Meeting in basement, use side entrance. Contact Calin at 604-220-0918 for more information.
Walking Group for the Bereaved - Drop-in group Wednesday mornings at 10 a.m. at the Centre for Supportive Care (4631 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Ladner). Gentle walk, rain or shine, suitable for people with mobility impairments, followed by refreshments and casual socialization. Information and resources on grief and loss available. No registration required.
Do you have time to make a difference this summer? Volunteer at Delta Hospital or Mountainview Manor this summer! For more information visit deltahospitalauxiliary.org.
BC Guide Dog Services needs volunteers in Ladner to provide boarding homes for future guide dogs. The dog (already house-trained) will live with you for five to six months, and will generally be out training with a professional 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Mon-Fri. Staff will pick up and drop off the dog. Dog food and vet expenses are covered. The dog must be accompanied by an adult on non-training days. Best suited to retirees, part-time workers, or at-home workers. For info: www.bcguidedog.com or email [email protected].
Drop in and share your stories with the Writers' Group. This supportive group of fellow writers meets at Tsawwassen Library, 1321A 56 Street, Delta, on the second and fourth Thursday of the month at 10:30 a.m. to noon.
Explore a greener world through films, books and discussion every second Wednesday of the month from 7 - 8:30 pm with the Go Green Club at the Tsawwassen Library, 1321A 56 Street, Delta.
IODE Boundary Bay Chapter is looking for new, enthusiastic women to join our local charitable fundraising organization. We are a fun group of women who strive to make a difference in our community by focusing on support for children, youth, seniors and those in need. Through several fundraising initiatives, our chapter supports organizations in the South Delta community.
IODE is a registered charity. If you are interested, we welcome you to attend one of our monthly meetings and consider joining. Our national website is www.iode.ca. We also accept donations. Contact Diane at 604-948-3198 or e-mail [email protected].
AL-ANON Family Groups announces that the Monday at 7:30 p.m. and Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. meetings have relocated to 5061-12th Avenue in Tsawwassen.
Are you gay, bisexual or just not sure? HOMINUM Fraser Valley is an informal discussion and support group to help gay, bisexual and questioning men with the challenges of being married, separated or single. We meet on the last Friday of every month. For information and meeting location, call Art 604-462-9813 or Don 604-329-9760.
SENIORS
KinVillage Travel hosts a trip Monday, Sept. 9 with a buffet lunch at Newlands Golf & Country Club, time at the casino or at Domaine de Chaberton Estate Winery. Tickets are $57 including tax and gratuities. Call 604-943-0225.
KinVillage Community Centre, 5430-10th Ave., Tsawwassen, Christmas Market notice to vendors: The market is scheduled for 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 23. To reserve your 6' table for $35, call reception at 604-943-0225 or purchase from reception, Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Limited number of tables available per category so book yours now.
FUND RAISERS
SPECIAL EVENTS
Car boot sales hosted by the Cammidge House Volunteers at Boundary Bay Regional Park take place every second and fourth Saturday at the Centennial Beach Parking lot from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. If interested in selling please bring ground sheet or display table etc. Allocated space only $10. Be ready for set up by 8 a.m. Additional information phone Tom 604-940-9296. Upcoming dates: August 24, September 14, September 28.
The annual Tsawwassen Car Show takes place Aug. 25 at the Tsawwassen Legion.
Registration starts at 8:30 a.m. and costs $15. The car show Starts at 10 a.m. at the Legion's parking lot. #22-1835-56th St. Contact 604-943-0232 for more information.
Delta Gymnastics is partnering with Shanti Yoga to do an outdoor yoga class on Sept. 7 at 5:30 p.m. at Diefenbaker Park. Pre-registration is encouraged, but not required. (Please come to the park at least 15 minutes early if you aren't registered in advance) Cost: $15 with all proceeds to benefit the Delta Gymnastics National Gymnaestrada Team. This event is weather permitting. Check www.facebook.com/deltagymnastics for updates.
ARTS
Tsawwassen Arts Centre Gallery presents "Evolution" by SNL149 until Sept. 15. Please call 604-943-9437 for gallery viewing times.
The South Delta Artists Guild's annual premier award winning show "Oil and Water" now on until Aug. 24, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tuesday - Sunday for this show at the Kiwanis Longhouse Gallery, 1710-56th St., Tsawwassen. A must see show with paintings from artists living around the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island. Visit www.southdeltaartistsguild.com for more info.
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 ([email protected]) the details to the Optimist by 3 p.m. Monday. Submissions are subject to space limitations (no phone calls, please).
