Clubs & Groups
Children and Parents Grief Group -a group specially designed for children (5 to 12 years of age) grieving the loss of a loved one. A parents group will run simultaneously with the children's group. Groups will run twice a month, February through June on alternate Tuesdays from 4:30 -6 p.m. There is no cost to participate, but a family pre-registration interview with the Dr. Mohan is required. Call 604-948-0660 for more information.
Learn the benefits of meditation with enjoyable, practical classes with western Buddhist nun Gen Kelsang Delek. Tuesdays, 7 -8:30 p.m. at the Tsawwassen Longhouse Gallery, 1710-56th St. No pre-registration necessary. Drop in $10 per class, or $40 for five classes. Find out more at web site: kmcvancouver.org.
Are you a wannabe gardener? The Ladner Pioneer Library, 4683-51st St., and the Evergreen Garden Club is offering a winter series designed to make your first steps into gardening easier. On Thursday, Feb. 6 at 7 p.m., the bones of your garden will be discussed along with budget. Groundwork, types of soils, retail sources and problems and strategies for turning your dream into reality will be the topics on Thursday, Feb. 13, from 7 -8:30 p.m.
Delta Nature invites you to a photographic presentation by Tamsin Baker entitled, Sand Ecosystems of British Columbia's South Coast, Monday, Feb. 10, at 7:30 p.m. at Cammidge House in Boundary Bay Regional Park. No charge for event -everyone welcome. Info: call Tom at 604-940-9296 or e-mail [email protected].
The Delta Welcoming Communities Program in partnership with the Delta Libraries invites you to Spice Road to Delta on Tuesday, Feb. 11, 6 -8 p.m. at the George Mackie Library, 8440-112th St., Delta and on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 6 -8 p.m. at the Ladner Pioneer Library, 4683-51st St., Delta. While enjoying rich appetizers and drinks, you'll learn about the significance of spices from around the world. There will be a free gift or door prize also.
Ask An Investment Advisor Series -Avoiding Retirement Mistakes Tuesday, Feb. 11, 3 -4 p.m. at the Tsawwassen Library. Learn five steps that you can implement immediately to help increase your confidence in investing and get you on the right track.
An Adult Grief Group at Centre for Supportive Care starts Feb. 12, 5 -6:30 p.m. and runs for seven weeks. Pre-registration is required. Please call Malcolm Cameron at 604-948-0660 ext 313.
Digital Demos -eBooks at the Ladner Pioneer Library on Thursday, Feb. 13, 2:30 -3:30 p.m. Learn how to download free eBooks from the library collection. Join us for a drop-in demonstration at your Delta Library.
ElderCollege Delta, open to all 50 years and over, is running its spring semester in March, April and early May. Spring program brochures are available at Delta public libraries and senior centres. Full program information is also available online at www.kinvillage. org/elder_college. For further information regarding registration or to register for the free public presentations, phone: 604-943-0262. General registration will take place at two sites on Saturday, Feb. 15 at the Tsawwassen Town Centre Mall from 10 to 11:30 a.m. and on Tuesday, Feb. 18 at Save-on-Foods in Ladner from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Delta Seniors Planning Team speaker for the Feb. 18 meeting is Judith McBride from South Delta Stroke Recovery Club. Find out about the help and support available for path stroke recovery patients and caregivers. Our meeting starts at 10 a.m. at Benediction Lutheran Church, 5575-6th Ave., Tsawwassen. Everyone is welcome. For more information contact 604-946-9526 or lynw@deltassist. com.
The South Delta Newcomers and Alumni meetings are held the third Thursday of each month at 7:15 p.m. at the Art Gallery, Kiwanis Longhouse, located at 1710-56th St., Tsawwassen. The club is for women who have moved to Tsawwassen, Ladner or Point Roberts to introduce you to the community and help you make new friends. Join us on Thursday, Feb. 20. Contact Holly at holly. [email protected].
Igniting A Spark is a Delta environmental conference open to students from Grades 4 -12 in B.C. on Feb. 21, (Pro-d Day) at Seaquam Secondary in North Delta. Students will network with youth, engage in relevant environmental issues, connect with sustainability organizations, and hear from engaging speakers. To attend the conference, register at: greensymposium.drupalgardens. com.
You're invited to attend a meeting of the Low Vision Support Group on Monday, Feb. 17 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at Ladner Pioneer Library, 4683-51st St. Guest speaker is Dr. Sachdeva. For more info or for transportation, please call Pat at 604-943-8026.
French language preschool, Lutins du Bois, is having an open house on Monday, Feb. 17 from 6 -7:30 p.m. Non-French speaking families are welcome. 785-49 St., Tsawwassen; 604-948-1222; lutins_du_bois@csf. bc.ca.
The Delta Chamber of Commerce has a luncheon on Thursday, Feb. 20 from 11:30 a.m. -1:30 p.m. Port Metro Vancouver president and CEO Robin Silvester will speak on Building a Sustainable Future at Delta Town & Country Inn. To register: www.deltachamber.ca/events.
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, Feb. 27 from 1:30 -3:30 p.m. 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 The Centre for Supportive Care at 604-948-0660.
The Tsawwassen Tuesday Ladies Golf Club is welcoming new members for the 2014 season. We will be playing at Kings Links golf course. For information contact Pat at 604-531-5003 or Nancy at 604-943-2807.
Golfers: New members welcome to the Tsawwassen Mens' Golf Club for an exciting season beginning April 1 continuing until Sept. 30 for play every Tuesday at King's Links Golf Course. Tee times start at 12:30 p.m. Join us for a variety of events, tournaments and prizes for different ages and handicaps along with a super closing season banquet. For info contact Doug at 604-940-0770 and/or visit the website www.tmgc.ca.
Special Events
This February take a chance and go on a blind date with a book! Stop by the Ladner Pioneer Library, 4683-51st St., or the Tsawwassen Library, 1321A-56th St., throughout February to select one of our eligible titles. Your potential dates will be wrapped in brown paper with enticing pick up lines or profiles. Be tempted!
Take it home, unwrap it and spend some meaningful time together.
The 40th Anniversary Delta Leadership Prayer Breakfast is on Saturday, Feb. 8 at 8 a.m. at the Town & Country Inn. The speaker will be Dr. Dan Unrau, pastor for 21 years and nine years as the chaplain for Vancouver Giants. Contact Linda Frost for tickets 604-943-7775 or www.dlpb.org.
A Women's Annual Multi-Faith Conference 2014 is scheduled for Sunday, Feb. 9 at 2 p.m. at Bait-ur-Rehman Mosque in Delta. Visit bcwomenevents.webs. com for more.
Celebrate B.C. Heritage Day in Delta on Sunday, Feb. 23 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Cammidge House off Boundary Bay Road. Hosted by Cammidge House Volunteer Committee of Boundary Bay Park Association. The theme is Heritage Afloat. Refreshments served by volunteers in period costume. Lots of free parking. Free event -any donations always welcome. Information: Geof at 604-943-1303.
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. Submissions are subject to space limitations (no phone calls, please).