CLUBS AND GROUPS
Are you responsible for the care of a family member or friend at home or in a facility? Trying to cope with the changes that aging and illness bring to a loved one can be a difficult and stressful job. Delta Caregivers' Network is offering an education series and support group starting Thursday September 15th from 12:30 t0 2:30 pm once a week for eight weeks. Cost is $25. Subjects covered include caregiver stress, communication techniques, role and lifestyle changes, accessing and using community resources, and legal and financial issues. To register call Laurie Pettman at 604-943-3921 or The Centre for Supportive Care at 604-948-0660.
Do you have an eReader, but don't know how to get ebooks on to it? There will be eBook workshops Wednesday, Aug. 17, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Ladner Pioneer Library and on Wednesday, Aug. 24, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Tsawwassen Library.
Family entertainer Tony Prophet will perform on Wednesday, Aug. 17 from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Tsawwassen Library and from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Ladner Pioneer Library. Suitable for ages 5 and up.
A Teen Pizza & Games Night is set for Thursday, Aug. 18 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Ladner Pioneer Library, 4683-51st St. Registration is required. For more information, visit or call the library at 604-946-6215.
Hospice Cottage Jewelry Sale - The 'best' jewelry, watches and sunglasses for sale Saturday, Aug. 20 at 1521-56th St., Tsawwassen, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
A Hospice Cottage Thrift Store Back to School Sale starts Tuesday, Aug. 23 at
1521-56th St., Tsawwassen, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Ambassadors Toastmasters of Tsawwassen is a non-profit community group supporting public speaking. We have a meeting at Tsawwassen Library at 6:45 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 23. Come out and see how easy it is to speak in front of a supportive group! Guests and new members welcome.
The Delta Seniors Community Planning Team (DSCPT) invites the public to come and view the film screening of The Remaining Light: A documentary film about how we care for seniors on Tuesday, Aug. 23, at 10 a.m. at the Tsawwassen Library. For more information contact DSCPT co-ordinator, Kay Dennison at 604-596-2149 or [email protected].
The next Family Support Group will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 24 from 7 to - 8:30 p.m. at Delta Hospital (Education Room) - Mountain View Boulevard.
Twice monthly car boot sale at Centennial Beach Parking lot, 8:30 a.m. every
second and fourth Saturday (weather permitting). Only $10 for space. Bring ground sheet to display goods. Hosted by Cammidge House Committee Boundary Bay Regional Park. For more information call Murray at 604-943-0828 or Beth at 604-940-9824. Following sales are: Aug. 27 and Sept. 10, 24.
The Delta Photo Club that meets weekly at the KinVillage is on summer break. We resume on Wednesday, Sept. 7, at 7:30 p.m. Come out and join us with all your new wonderful ideas and images. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact Karen at [email protected].
There are free drop-in programs for children 0-6 years and their parent/caregiver at South Delta Family Resource Centre/Ladner ECD Hub at unit 205-5000 Bridge Street. Activities include crafts, snack, play-based activities, stories and rhyme time. Open daily from 9:15 to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 to 2:45 p.m. Open throughout the year including summer. Call 604-946-3933.
The Delta Hospital Auxiliary Society runs a number of units within our hospital that provide services to patients and their families as well as staff. We are currently looking for volunteers skillful in office work, merchandizing for the Dogwood Gift Shop, and food services to coordinate the Courtyard Cafe. If interested in any of these roles, please contact the Auxiliary office at 604-946-1121 extension 783597.
Are you experiencing the early symptoms of Alzheimer's disease, a related dementia or mild cognitive impairment? The Alzheimer Society of B.C. offers an Early Stage support group in Delta that provides a forum for education and information, sharing common experiences, feelings, practical tips, and strategies. For more information and to register, contact: Anthony Kupferschmidt at 604-238-7390.
The Canadian Cancer Society Volunteer Driver program in Ladner/Tsawwassen is in need of more volunteer drivers to take patients to and from their treatment. Training and dispatch are provided. Time commitments are flexible. If you are interested in further information about this volunteer opportunity, please contact Christian Chenard, Volunteer Engagement Coordinator at 604-533-1668 Ext 338 or email [email protected].
Volunteer Grandparents is a non-profit organization that does valuble work in the Lower Mainland, for families and the community. Our two programs, the Family Match Program, and School Grandparent Program allow for children without the presence of seniors in their lives to appreciate and gain further understanding of other generations, and have positive elderly role models. Call 604-736-8271 for more information.
Yoga in the Garden. Start your Saturday right with yoga in the beautiful Earthwise Garden. Date: every summer Saturday! Time: 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Cost: $10 Please RSVP to let us know you will be coming 604-946-9828 or [email protected].
Lutins du Bois, non-profit French Language Preschool/Prematernelle francophone, located in Tsawwassen has still space available for September 2011. Non-French speaking families are welcome. For more info call 604-948-7077 or e-mail [email protected].
BC Guide Dog Services is looking for volunteer boarding homes in Ladner for our dogs in training. Dog Lovers needed to board our guide dogs training for approximately six months while they undergo advanced instruction. The dogs are training with our instructors Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and are picked up and dropped off daily. Please e-mail [email protected] if you are interested in this rewarding opportunity.
The Ladner/Tsawwassen Kinsmen Club invites new and old members to join us, the first and third Mondays of each month at Kin House in Ladner. Join the only all-Canadian service club. Come have fun, meet our neighbours and help make our community a better place to live and raise our families. Supper is at 6:30 p.m., the meeting is a 7 p.m. and the fun follows. There is no age limit for members as there was in the past. For more information please call 604-946-8711. Leave a message.
Paperny Films is looking for Delta families to take part in Consumed a new HGTV Canada series about how stuff can clog up our lives. Contact Rachel at [email protected] or 604-873-9777 ext 251 to find out more.
Supportive Care - for people with cancer, other life-threatening or progressive illness and those who are grieving. Relaxation Group (Drop-in, Tuesday at 10 a.m.), Bereavement Walking Group (Drop-in Wednesday at 10 a.m.), Caregivers'
Group, and Grief Groups. Call the Centre for Supportive Care at 4631 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Ladner; 604-948-0660 for more information.
Family Support Groups will be held on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month from 7 - 8:30 p.m. in the Education Room at Delta Hospital, 5800 Mountain View Boulevard, Ladner.
Depression/Bipolar Support Groups shall be held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month from 7 - 9 p.m. at the CMHA Delta Branch office, Unit 14 - 1835- 56th Street, Tsawwassen.
Strong Start in French (Franc-Depart) is a free family drop-in program for children from 0-5 years old in French, including free play, healthy snack, story time, gymnasium and more. The program is located in the Public French School/ Ecole du Bois Joli at 785-49th Street in Tsawwassen and open Tuesday/Wednesday/ Thursday from 9 to 12. For more info e-mail [email protected] or call 604-948-2385.
Tsawwassen Badminton Club welcomes new adult members - if you have played before, just drop in and play in this social and friendly club. Meeting on Friday evenings at Ladner Community Centre, 51st Street, Ladner from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Contact club secretary Peter Edwards at 604-940-0844 for further information.
The Knitting Sisters is a group of ladies that love to knit and crochet for as many worthy causes as possible. We make many items such as hats, toques, scarves, slippers, blankets, baby items and more. If you would be interested in participating please contact Alice Gisborne at 604-946-3060 or email [email protected]. Webpage is user.dccnet.com/agisborne. Drop in sessions are on first and third Saturdays of every month at the McKee Centre in Ladner from 10 a.m. to noon. Donated yarn would be very much appreciated.
Learn to Row sessions for adults and youth are beginning soon at Delta Deas Rowing Club. Call 604-946-3074 or visit deltadeas.com for more information.
The Canadian Federation of University Women South Delta meets the fourth Tuesday of the month at Royal Oaks Social Room, 1100-56th Street 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.
Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary is accepting volunteer applications. Be a part of this highly skilled group of men and women that provides a service to the community by performing marine search and rescue. All new members are provided with in-depth training and all abilities are welcome. Visit deltasar.bc.ca for more information.
The Winskill Otters Masters Swim Club, for ages 18 and over, welcomes swimmers all abilities. It meets Sundays from 8 to 9:30 a.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7 to 8 p.m., or 8 to 9 p.m. For more information visit: www.winskillotters.com or call 604-940-3375.
Delta Hospice invites you to join our energetic Hospice Cottage Thrift Store Team. Volunteer opportunities seven days a week, including Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings. Drop by for an application or call 604-948-0660. Hospice Cottage Thrift Store 1521-56th St., Tsawwassen.
The wheelchair dance program is underway at KinVillage Community Centre, 5430-10th Ave., Tsawwassen. The group meets alternate Fridays. Wheelchair users of all abilities are welcome as are volunteers. Call 604-862-8761 for further information.
The Delta Stamp Club meets every second and fourth Tuesday at 7:15 p.m. at the Tsawwassen Library. New members are always welcome.
Drop-in Bereavement Walking Group - Be physically active, receive peer support and socialize with others who have experienced the loss of a significant person. Join men and women of all ages for fresh air and a short or longer walk, followed by refreshments at the Centre for Supportive Care (4631 Clarence
Taylor Crescent, Ladner). For more information call 604-948-0660.
Drop-in Relaxation Circle - Are you living with Cancer? Are you a caregiver? Are you grieving a death? Join the Relaxation Circle Tuesdays at 10 am. Using music and guided imagery, learn to relax, improve your focus, and reduce your stress. For more information call the Centre for Supportive Care (4631 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Ladner) at 604-948-0660.
The Fraser Health Crisis Line is recruiting volunteers to provide assistance to people in the region who are experiencing emotional distress. No previous experience is needed as extensive training and ongoing support is provided. If you are interested in learning more about this challenging and rewarding opportunity, visit our website at www.options.bc.ca and follow the link for the Crisis Line. Next training starts soon.
Toastmasters in Tsawwassen Do you want to gain confidence in public speaking? Do you want to learn leadership skills? Ambassadors Toastmasters Club meets twice a month in Tsawwassen. For more info, see: www.AmbassadorsToastmasters.org.
Canadian Mental Health Association Delta Branch offers free, facilitated family support meetings for family and friends supporting a person living with a mental illness. The group meets the second and fourth Wednesday of each month from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the Delta Hospital Education Conference Room, 5800 Mountain View Blvd., Ladner. Call 604-943-1878.
Canadian Mental Health Association Delta Branch offers free, facilitated support meetings for people with Depression/Bi-Polar or with symptoms. The group meets the second and fourth Tuesday of each month from 7 to 9 p.m. at 14-1835-56th St., Tsawwassen (CMHA Delta Branch office). Call 604-943-1878.
Beta Sigma Phi Sorority, a non-profit international women's organization, is accepting new members. We are of all ages and our motto is "Life Learning and Friendship." Call Elenor at 604-943-2868 or Dede at 604-946-3119 if you're interested in joining.
If you like a good read and a lively discussion, the Book Ends are welcoming new members to their monthly book club meeting. Meeting held the second Thursday of the month. Call Hanna for details at 604-940-1264.
An RAOB GLE Buffaloes group has formed locally and is looking for new and old members. Contact Jeff at 604-946-4794 for more information.
Ladner Early Child Development Hub, 205-5000 Bridge St., hosts the following:
Drop in programs Monday to Friday from 9:15 to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 to 2:45 p.m. Mother Goose on Fridays from 1 to 2 p.m. Mom's Group on Mondays from 12:30 to 2:45 p.m. Call 604-946-3933 for details.
The DYSL Discoveries Thrift Store, 1308-56th St., Tsawwassen, will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Saturday. Visit www.dyslsociety.com.
The South Fraser Gogos meet on the second Wednesday of each month at 9:30 a.m. All are welcome to hear what groups of Canadian grandmothers are doing to help African grandmothers left to look after their orphaned grandchildren on little to no resources. For more information contact Jesse Pringle at 604-946-1012 or [email protected].
Ladner Business Association weekly meetings have moved to the Royal Canadian Legion #61, 4896 Delta St., Ladner. All members and those interested in our local business community - see you Thursdays at 8 a.m.
Do you want to be a speaker people listen to? Do you want your presentations to be strong and convincing? Do you want to fill a room with laughter, and move a crowd to tears? Do you want to participate and learn in a supportive club atmosphere? Then join Deltones Toastmasters 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 deltonestoastmasters.ca.
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.
Gateway Society, Services for Persons with Autism has been providing outreach and residential services to adults and children throughout the province for 31 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.
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.
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 [email protected].
The Rotary Club of Tsawwassen meets every Thursday at 7:15 a.m. at Beach Grove Golf Club.
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.
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.
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
An August birthday lunch will be held Friday, Aug. 26, at 12:30 p.m. at McKee Seniors Recreation Centre, 5155-47th Ave. Members: $6; guests $7. Entertainment by Sincerely Yours.
A McKee open house is set for Saturday, Sept. 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This year's open house will showcase instructional and drop-in programs. Come meet our new instructors. Kee Café Open from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
The Circle of Friends offers social events to active seniors like movies, theatre trips, potlucks and walks. Meet at McKee House on the last Monday of the month at 7 p.m. Call Lesley at 604-946-9180 for more information.
SPECIAL EVENTS
The next Outdoor Movie Night is set for Aug. 20 at Town Centre Mall. Food, music and entertainment starts at 6:30 p.m. while the movie starts at dusk. Event is weather dependent. Visit www.shoptsawwassen.com for latest info.
OWL's open house will be held on Saturday, Aug. 27 and Sunday, Aug. 28 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 3800-72nd St. tour behind the scenes, visit Owl's Nest Gifts and the Schoolhouse with several displays. Blondie's Bun Works will be there with a gourmet smokie stand.
FUND RAISERS
On Thursday, Aug. 25, join CNIB at Kings Links by the Sea in Boundary Bay for 18 holes of golf, great food and prizes. Swing 4 Sight is CNIB's newest charity golf event, and proceeds support programs and services for Lower Mainlanders who are blind or partially sighted. For more information call 604-431-2031 or visit www.swing4sight.com.
Please join us for the 14th annual Golf for Guide Dogs/Autism Support
Dogs - hosted by Howie and Leah Meeker - on Friday, Aug. 26 at Beach Grove Golf Club. All proceeds of this fun golf tournament go to BC Guide Dog Services and their sister charity, Autism Support Dogs. Enjoy a great day of golf, lunch and buffet dinner for $175. Sponsorship opportunities still available. If you would like to play or otherwise support this great cause, please call 604-940-4504 or visit www.bcguidedog.com for more details.
A jazz and dinner evening fundraiser will be held at Sharkey's Restaurant in Ladner on Friday, Aug. 26 from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Proceeds go to the South Delta Little House Society. The Pat Gurr Trio will be performing. Tickets are $30 each and can be purchased in advance. Call Jim at 778-887-1828.
ARTS
South Delta Artists Guild invites you to it's annual juried show Oil & Water running until Aug. 27 at the Longhouse Gallery at 1710-56th St., Tsawwassen. Gallery open Tuesday - Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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).
