CLUBS AND GROUPS
Celebrate a Life of someone important to you this holiday season. Drop by the Centre for Supportive Care, 4631 Clarence Taylor Cres., Ladner, until Dec. 31, weekdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., to write a message on a special tribute butterfly card that can be displayed on the centre’s tribute tree or mantel.
Have some fun and bring your writings to the writing group at the Tsawwassen Library on Thursday, Dec. 13 from 10:30 a.m. to noon. There will be five-minute presentations. For further information, call Lula at 604-943-4558.
A Parkinson’s support group meeting will be held on Monday, Dec. 17 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at KinVillage Community Centre in Tsawwassen. The group is for people living with Parkinson's and/or the people who care for them. For more information, call Gloria at 604-948-0156.
Delta Falcons spring field hockey early bird registrations savings on now until Dec. 31. U10 and under (boys and girls) U11-18 (girls). Season runs April to June. Sign up with a friend for fun, fitness and one of the most affordable sports offered in Delta. Info and contacts at www.falcons.ca.
The Canadian Federation of University Women South Delta meets the fourth Tuesday of the month at the Benediction Lutheran Church, 5575-6th Ave., Tsawwassen, 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 604-943-4634 or Paula 778-434-2227.
Do you enjoy knitting or crochet? Would you like to get together with like-minded people to share ideas, techniques and good conversation? Knit & Stitch is offered at all three Delta libraries. It runs Mondays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Ladner Pioneer Library, Wednesdays from 7 to 8 p.m. at Tsawwassen Library and Fridays from 2 to 4 p.m. at George Mackie Library. All ages and abilities are welcome.
Want to practice your Spanish? Intermediate level Spanish conversation meetings take place in South Delta every Tuesday at 7 p.m. They alternate between the Tsawwassen and Ladner Pioneer libraries. For more information call Aidan at 604-256-4412.
The Knitting Sisters, who knit and crochet for charities, meet as a drop-in from 10 a.m. to noon on the first and third Saturdays of the month at McKee Seniors Recreation Centre in Ladner. New members are needed and welcomed. Donations of yarn and/or finished articles are also welcomed. For more information call Brenda 604-868-6915 or e-mail brenda.ruby@icloud.com.
Delta Hospice Society offers a Drop-In Relaxation Circle, led by a music therapist, for those living with cancer or serious illness, as well as their family members and friends, every Tuesday from 10:30 a.m. to noon at the Centre for Supportive Care, 4631 Clarence Taylor Cres., Ladner. Program is complimentary.
The Canadian Lifeboat Institution is interviewing potential volunteers to serve as crew or support personnel for its Delta Lifeboat. Professional training is given in seamanship, navigation, medical, and search and rescue techniques. Contact John at 604-760-5218 for more information.
SENIORS
McKee Walking Club walks rain or shine every Tuesday and Friday. Meet at 9 a.m. in the lobby of the McKee Seniors Recreation Centre.
Christmas Luncheon with Klondike Kate at KinVillage Community Centre in Tsawwassen on Friday, Dec. 14 at 12:15 p.m. $16 for members, $18 for non-members.
McKee Seniors Recreation Centre is holding a Christmas variety show on Friday, Dec. 14 from 7 to 9 p.m. Admission by donation.
Delta Music Makers free Christmas concert at KinVillage Community Centre in Tsawwassen on Sunday, Dec. 16 from 2 to 4 p.m. Christmas treats provided. Donations gratefully accepted.
McKee Seniors Recreation Centre is holding a Christmas Day luncheon on Tuesday, Dec. 25. Doors open at 11 a.m. Delicious hot turkey meal. Members cost $13, non-members are $15.
New Year’s Eve gala dinner/dance with Scott Robertson’s Swing Patrol will be held at KinVillage Community Centre in Tsawwassen. Tickets are $55 for members, $60 for non-members.
Ballroom Dance with David at the McKee Seniors Recreation Centre in Ladner. Waltz program runs Tuesdays, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Jan. 8 to March 12. Cha-cha program runs Tuesdays, 7:45 to 8:45 p.m., Jan. 8 to March 12. Cost is $50 for 10 sessions. Register at McKee.
Chris Jones & the Night Drivers will perform a concert at McKee Seniors Recreation Centre in Ladner on Sunday, Jan. 27 at 8 p.m. Early bird price is $20 until Jan. 11; tickets are $25 after Jan. 11. Purchase by calling McKee at 604-946-1411 when using a credit card or come into the centre.
McKee Seniors Recreation Centre needs carpet bowlers on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:45 a.m.
McKee Seniors Recreation Centre needs a front desk volunteer (requires computer skills) and a kitchen volunteer. Call 604-946-1411 for more information or drop in and complete an application.
A Modelers Club meets at McKee Seniors Recreation Centre Tuesdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Members build models of all scales, discuss the hobby, and share tips and secrets. Members must have a current McKee membership.
FUNDRAISERS
Hospice Cottage Charity Shoppe, 1521-56th St., Tsawwassen, offers a great selection of small Christmas trees, books, decorations, holiday outfits and ugly Christmas sweaters. Also a great selection of snow wear for men, women and children.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Last Minute Ladner Craft Fair will be held on Sunday, Dec. 16 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Ladner Community Centre. Crafts, food, artisans and more. Free admission.
ARTS
If you love music and have a brass, woodwind or percussion instrument, then join Loades of Music Concert Band. Share the joy of making music with other adult musicians. Annual fee is $50 with regular attendance and home practice encouraged. Cultivate a love of playing band music every Thursday from 1 to 3 p.m. at Saviour Lutheran Church, 4737-57th St., Ladner. Contact loadesofmusic@gmail.com.
The Coming Events column is published every Thursday as a community service. If you have a non-profit event, e-mail (events@delta-optimist.com), mail or drop off the details to the Optimist by 3 p.m. Monday. Submissions are subject to space limitations. No phone calls, please.
