CLUBS AND GROUPS
Restorative Yoga for People Living with Cancer is held every second Thursday (Aug. 3 and 17) from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. and is facilitated by yoga instructor. Maureen Dufresne. No previous yoga experience is necessary. This yoga supports the body in poses lying down or seated, in stillness with breathing awareness. This encourages the release of muscle tension and flexibility and balances the body/mind connection. No fee. Pre-register by phoning Maureen at 604-948-0660.
The Ambassadors Tsawwassen Mills Toastmasters Club will host joint meetings with the Ladner Deltones for the month of August: Thursday, Aug. 3 at 7:15 p.m. at the Fraser Health Unit in Ladner and Tuesday, Aug. 15 at 7:15 p.m. at Tsawwassen Mills training room. Drop in and see how a Toastmasters club meeting is run. For more information, contact [email protected].
An Adult Colouring Club will be held on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month (Aug. 8, 22) from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Tsawwassen Library. Colouring is not just for kids anymore. Why colour? It reduces stress and improves your focus, it's fun and creative, and you meet new people. All supplies provided.
Living with Cancer Support Group meets every second Thursday (Aug. 10, 24) from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Facilitated by social worker Madison Statler, the group is for people living with cancer at any stage-diagnosis, treatment or in remission. Participants often share experiences and feel less isolated as they connect with others facing similar challenges. No fee. Pre-register by contacting [email protected] or 604-948-0660.
Lego Club runs Fridays until Aug. 11, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., at Ladner Pioneer Library. Love Lego? Club provides the Lego. Come play, create and experiment. Children under five must be accompanied by an adult.
VIP Summer Break Camp for ages six to 11 will be held at Ladner United Church, 4960-48th Ave., from Aug. 14 to 18, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call 604-946-6254 or email: [email protected] for registration.
Curious about Taoist Tai Chi arts? Come to a free class in Ladner's Memorial Park on Thursday, Aug. 17 from 7 to 9 p.m. More information at: www.taoist.org.
Teen Night: Pizza and Games on Thursday, Aug. 24, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., at Ladner Pioneer Library. Do you love to play board games? Are you between 12 and 19 years old? Then come for a fun night of gaming and free pizza. Games and snacks provided by Imperial Hobbies.
Knit & Stitch, Mondays until Aug. 28, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at Ladner Pioneer Library. Knitting, crocheting, quilting and weaving are fun ways to connect across the generations. Join members of all ages and abilities to share ideas, techniques and good conversation.
South Delta Outdoor Grass Volleyball Association invite you to drop-in for an evening of co-ed volleyball fun. We play every Tuesday night in July and August at 7 p.m. on the East Winskill grass field (beside Ocean Palace). The cost is $2 per person to cover the rental of the field. Come and meet like-minded volleyball enthusiasts. All skill levels are welcomed.
The South Delta Newcomers and Alumnae group doesn't take the summer off. The group doesn't have a monthly meeting however it still has lots of scheduled events for you to meet new friends and learn what Tsawwassen, Ladner and Point Roberts have to offer. Java on the beach, corn roasts, picnics, walking tours are just a few. If you are interested in finding out more about the community and meeting new and sometimes old friends, email [email protected] for more information.
Toss aside the mid-day doldrums and volunteer at FINDS Children's Thrift Store. Reach Child and Youth Development Society is seeking exuberant and friendly volunteers to staff the store in the heart of Ladner Village. Shifts are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tuesday to Saturday. If you're interested in volunteering, email Rae-Anne at [email protected] or call and leave your name and phone number at 604-946-6622 ext. 300.
Come join us for slopitch practice. Men and ladies. Every Friday at 11 a.m. at Pebble Hill Park, Tsawwassen. Everyone welcome. Call 604-946-6370 or just come to the park.
SENIORS
KinVillage Travel has an Indian Arm luncheon cruise on Monday, Aug. 14. Cost is $90 for members and $95 for non-members. Call 604-943-0225.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Walk on the Wild Side with Elspeth! on Tuesday, Aug. 8 from 11 a.m. to noon at Ladner Pioneer Library. Come and experience master puppeteer and storyteller Elspeth Bowers as she presents stories, songs and a puppet show. Bowers will also be at the Tsawwassen Library on Tuesday, Aug. 8 from 2 to 3 p.m.
Car Boot Sale Saturdays at Centennial Beach parking lot, Boundary Bay Regional Park, 8:30 a.m. to noon. Cost is $10 for two parking stalls. First-come, first-served. For more information see www.boundarybayparkassociation.wordpress.com or call Tom at 604-940-9296. Upcoming dates: Aug. 12 and 26, Sept. 9.
The Delta Senior Secondary class of 1972 is having a 45th reunion barbecue and barn dance on Saturday, Sept. 9 at the Roddick Barn. Tickets are $45 and available through www.eventbrite.com.
The Coming Events column is published every Wednesday as a community service. If you have a nonprofit event, mail, drop off, fax, or e-mail ([email protected]) the details to the Optimist by 3 p.m. Monday.
