Dancercise at the Golden Circle starts on Thursday September 10 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. There is a drop in fee of $1. Join in the senior friendly, low impact, fun way to get exercise and meet new people. For more information call the Golden Circle at 403-343-6074.
Fanatullen Scandinavian Dancers Open House will be held on Oct. 19 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Festival Hall. Come out for free lessons and demonstrations. Lessons will be held for six weeks starting Oct. 26. The cost for lessons is $30 per person, or $15 per person for membership, and $2 per lesson. Scandinavian heritage not required. Singles welcome. For information, or to register, call 403-347-5303, or 403-341-4672.
MAGnificent Saturdays offer free art making with a professional artist from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Red Deer Museum and Art Gallery space in Parkland Mall on Saturdays. The Oct. 17 session is called What tree would you be? All materials supplied. Families welcome. Phone 403-309-8405.
Family Drop-In Storytime is offered on Saturdays at 11 a.m. in the children’s department at the downtown branch of Red Deer Public Library. Songs, finger plays, crafts and more geared to three to six year olds. Children under three welcome with an adult. Phone 403-346-4576.
2009 Alberta Provincial Vaulting Championships will be held at Caluori Pavilion in Olds on Oct. 17 and 18. Spectators welcome. Contact Janet at 403-637-2206.
Sacred Heart Church CWL Annual Tea and Bazaar will take place on Oct. 17 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The cost is $4. Sandwiches and dessert will be served. Religious articles, handicrafts, plants, baking, preserves, and more will be for sale, and a raffle will be held. Phone 403-343-8701.
Mirror United Church Autumn Tea and Bake Sale will be held on Oct. 17 starting at 2 p.m. Robin King will provide musical entertainment. Contact Gale at 403-788-3835.
Medicine River Wildlife Centre Open House will be held on Oct. 18 from noon to 5 p.m. Come see behind the scenes and get a glimpse of MRWC’s future. Admission by donation. Phone 403-728-3467 or see www.mrwc.ca
Book sale sponsored by the Friends of the Red Deer Public Library will be held on Oct. 17 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cash or check only please. Preview sale for members only on Oct. 16. from 7 to 9 p.m. Memberships available at the door for $15 single or $20 for family.
Red Deer Flying Club invites those interested or involved in aviation to come to monthly get-togethers on the third Monday of each month at the clubhouse at Red Deer Regional Airport. Contact Celine at 403-350-3951. The third Monday of this month will be on Oct. 19.
Hearts of Harmony of Central Alberta is an a cappella chorus for women of all ages who love to harmonize. Drop in to a regular practice any Monday night at 7 p.m. at Church of Christ on Donlevy Ave. The group’s repertoire includes arrangements of show tunes, Beatles, gospel, Billy Joel, Shania Twain, Elton John, ABBA, and more. Leave a message at 403-346-3502, or speak to the group’s director, Sheryl at 403-742-4218. See www.heartsofharmony.ca
The Halloween Singles dance will be held on Saturday, Oct. 31, at Penhold Hall, 8: 30 p.m. Cost is $10. Band is Wise Choice. For more information call Keith, 403-350-5493 or Elaine, 403-341-7653.
Red Deer Independent Film Group’s Reel Movie Mondays continue with Empties on Oct. 19 at Cineplex Galaxy Theatre at 7 p.m. A frustrated literature teacher takes a job at a bottle return booth where he finds his real calling, trying to fulfill the lives of his friends, family and acquaintances. Tickets at the door cost $8 for members and $10 for non-members. Memberships for the Red Deer Independent Film Group, and advance tickets may be purchased from Red Deer Museum and Art Gallery space in the Parkland Mall, or by phone at 403-347-1416. See reelmoviemondays.ca, or phone Keith at 403-347-2006, Rod at 403-309-8445, or James at 403-356-4859.
The Golden Circle Singers hold practices on Mondays at 1:30 p.m. If you love to sing, please join them. These singers perform in local nursing homes and seniors residences, and host a Christmas concert, and a spring concert. For more information call Ruth at 403-309-5477.
The Red Deer and Central Alberta Chapter of the Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories hosts a support group for spouses the second Monday of each month from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at #101, 4805 - 48 Ave., Red Deer. Next meeting is Oct. 19. For information phone 403-346-2540 or see www.alzheimer.ab.ca
Seniors Resource Clinics are held on the following dates: Oct. 20 — 9:30 a.m. at Parkview Manor, and at 1 p.m. at Kozy Korner, both in Lacombe; Oct. 21 — 11:30 a.m. at Downtown House, and at 2 p.m. at Legacy Estates, both in Red Deer; Oct. 22— 9:30 a.m. at Golden Circle in Red Deer; Oct. 26 — 9:45 a.m. Legion Arms Apartments, and at 1 p.m. at Luther Manor, both in Wetaskiwin; Oct. 29 — 10 a.m. at Stettler Paragon Place, and at 2 p.m. at Barrett Place in Red Deer. Contact Wendy at 403-309-8198 or Barb at 403-309-8197. This month’s topic is dealing with pain.
Canadian Blood Services Community Blood Donor Clinics are on the following days: Oct. 21 at Lacombe Memorial Centre from 3 to 7 p.m.; Oct. 28 at Lou Soppit Community Centre in Rocky Mountain House from 4:30 to 8 p.m.; and, Oct. 29 at Camrose Masonic Hall from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m., and from 4:30 to 8 p.m. Regular Red Deer donor clinics are held Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 to 7 p.m., and Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. To book an appointment or for information, call 1-888-2-DONATE (1-888-236-6283) or visit www.blood.ca.
I Remember When . . . takes place at Kerry Wood Nature Centre on Oct. 21 at 1 p.m. Enjoy a short film, refreshments, and memories. Drop-in. Admission by suggested donation of $2 per person. Phone 403-346-2010.
To be included in this listing, please email event details to editorial@www.reddeeradvocate.com, fax to 403-341-6560, or phone 403-314-4325.
