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SATURDAY

YOGA & MEDITATION CLASS

Tibetan yoga and meditation classes take place Saturday mornings at 9 a.m. at Stoneworth Co-op, 2 Elite Drive, unit 64 (off Upper Wentworth). The classes offer very gentle yoga suitable for all levels. The suggested donation to participate is $10, which will benefit the Stoneworth benevolent fund. For information, contact 905-387-9138, judy5tibetans@gmail.com.

MONDAY

QUILTERS' GUILD

The Binbrook Country Quilters' Guild welcomes new member and visitors. The next meeting is Monday, Sept. 29 at 7:30 p.m. at Knox Presbyterian Church, Binbrook Rd. E. Contact Helen at 905-765-9162 for information.

UPCOMING

FIX OUR WORLD FESTIVAL

The first annual Fix Our World festival will take place on Sept. 27 at Gage Park beginning at noon. The festival will feature live music, special guests, carnival rides, workshops and more. Proceeds will benefit Mission Services, Hamilton AIDS Network, Environment Hamilton, SISO, Make Poverty History, Stephen Lewis Foundation, David Suzuki Foundation, and World Vision. For more information, visit www.fixourworld.ca.

HARD OF HEARING ASSOCIATION

The Canadian Hard of Hearing Association welcomes members and visitors to "hear" the latest hard of hearing information from the 2008 CHHA-IFHOH Congress at Bishop Ryan Secondary School, 50 Albright Rd. at Quigley, Hamilton, Wednesday, Oct. 8, 7 p.m. This is a free seminar. Real time captioning and infrared system available. For further information call 905-662-6375 or 905-575-4964 or visit www.chha-hamilton.ca.

ODDS 'N' ENDS

SHARE YOUR KNOWLEDGE OF THE CITY

SISO wants people to share their Hamilton. Being a host volunteer takes just two hours a week and makes all the difference to someone from another culture who is adjusting to life in Canada. To learn more, contact Susan at 905-667-7496 or scheeseman@isohamilton.org.

HEALTHCARE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

St. Joseph's Centre for Ambulatory Health Services in Stoney Creek needs volunteers to help with the front desk, hemodiaylsis and urgent care. Positions are available throughout the week and weekend. This is a great way to prepare for an education in healthsciences by gaining experience in the healthcare field. For more information, call 905-522-1155. ext. 38163.

VOLUNTEER READING BUDDIES NEEDED

Volunteers are needed for the Reading Buddies program, which helps children aged seven to 12 to develop their reading skills. The program runs twice a week at the Sherwood, Terryberry and Concession branchs of the public library. Call 905-546-3200 ext 2992 for details.

CRESCENDO CONCERTS

On Friday, Oct. 17, Crescendo Concerts presents The Hannaford Street Silver Band and world-music phenomenon Autorickshaw in its opening concert of the season. Concert will be held at Hillfield Strathallan College, 299 Fennell Ave. W., Hamilton, 8 p.m. For tickets call 905 389-1367 ext. 201 or order online at www.hsc.on.ca/crescendo. Adult $30, Senior $25, Student $20. Group and subscription rates available.

GENEALOGY AT ITS VERY BEST

On Saturday, Oct. 18, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., there will be an exciting genealogical workshop for beginners and those who are not so new at the game. Hosting the workshop is the Hamilton Branch of the Ontario Genealogical Society. Speakers are Fawne Stratford-Devai of the television program "Ancestors in the Attic", and Jane MacNamara, who teaches courses for the Ontario Genealogical Society. For more information, visit www.hwcn.org and register on line.

SUICIDE PREVENTION CONFERENCE

The Suicide Prevention Community Council

of Hamilton presents the 8th Annual Suicide Prevention Conference - Pathways to Hope and Healing - Tuesday, Oct. 21, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Michelangelo Event Venue and Conference Centre, 1555 Upper Ottawa Street, Hamilton. Register online at spcch.org or Karelo.com event search: "Suicide". Fee is $75, $50 for SPCCH members, and $30 for students/volunteers. Deadline to sign up is Friday, Oct. 17. For information, contact Betty-Anne at 905-388-9228 or info@spcch.org.

BE HYPNOTIZED

Hypnotist Paul Anthony will perform at Hamilton Place Studio Theatre Oct. 25, 8 p.m. For tickets call (905) 546-3050.

VOLUNTEENS

St. Peter's Residence at Chedoke is recruiting teen volunteers to assist with special events and outings, along with visiting and spending time with residents. Contact Shelley Harrison at (905) 777-3837 ext. 15557 or sharrison@stpetes.ca.

EARLY YEARS CENTRE

The Wesley Ontario Early Years Centre at Church of the Resurrection Neighbourhood Site, 435 Mohawk Rd. W. is open Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, 9 to 11:30 a.m. and Tuesday 1 to 3 p.m.

SWIMMING FOR YOUR CHILD

If your child likes to swim but is involved in multiple activities, we have the program for you. The Hamilton Aquatic Club has a group that provides swimming opportunities from once a week to multiple times a week. Call at 905-574-7344 to register or visit hamiltonaquaticclub.ca for info.

WELL WOMEN CLINICS

Public Health Well Women clinics provide pap tests, contraception counselling, low cost birth control, pregnancy testing, emergency contraception, immunizations, IUD insertions and/or removals and sexually transmitted infection testing for women between the ages of 20-45 who do not have a family doctor. Clinics are located on the Mountain and in the East End. Call 905-546-2424 ext. 2011 to book an appointment. For further information call 925-528-5894.

VOLUNTEER DRIVERS NEEDED

The Cancer Assistance Program seeks volunteers with their own car and license to drive cancer patients to local treatments and appointments. The ability to listen is an asset. Call 905-383-9797 for info.

MEALS ON WHEELS NEEDS VOLUNTEERS

VON delivers approximately 350 meals per day to elderly and/or disabled clients in the Hamilton community. Donating just two hours once a week at noon will make a significant difference. We need both drivers and servers (no car required) to deliver meals. Volunteer drivers are reimbursed for their mileage. Meals are delivered from three different locations to best accommodate you. If you could spare two hours, once a week at noon, please call 905-522-0053.

SEEKING VOLUNTEER ADMIN STAFF

St. Peter's Residence at Chedoke (West Mountain) requires an administrative volunteer to assist with filing and computer work once or twice a week. Great work experience. You choose the days and times that suit you. Contact Shelley Harrison for more information at (905) 777-3837 ext. 15557 or sharrison@stpetes.ca.

RESPITE FOR CAREGIVERS

The Dr. Bob Kemp Day Hospice Program, located at our beautiful new Centre on Stone Church Road, is available at no charge to individuals in the City of Hamilton who are living with a life threatening illness. The program runs from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. each Wednesday, providing respite for caregivers while allowing clients to relax in a caring, compassionate setting. They enjoy activities that are geared to their interests and abilities within the restrictions of their illness. If you know of anyone who might benefit from our Day Hospice Program, please call Linda Kennedy, director of Day Hospice at 905-387-2448 ext 2209.

WAREHOUSE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

The Neighbour to Neighbour Centre at 28 Athens St. is looking for volunteers to work in its warehouse for 3-4 hours each week. Some heavy lifting required. Call Mary Millar 905 574-1334 or email volunteer@neighbourtoneighbourcentre.com for more information.