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SPECIAL INTERESTS AND HOBBIES
Philosophers' Café, Wednesday, 7-8: 30 p.m. at The Well, 821 Fort St. Contact: [email protected], details at meetup.com
Victoria Newcomers Club luncheon and speaker with Rebecca Baugniet, freelance food writer and editor. Wednesday, Nov. 14, 11: 30 a.m.2: 30 p.m. at Uplands Golf Club, 3300 Cadboro Bay Rd. Cost: $25. Tel. 250881-1084; vicdaynewcomers.ca
Greater Victoria Philatelic Society meeting, Friday, 7: 45 p.m. at Windsor Park Pavilion, 2451 Windsor Rd. Visit vicstamps.com for details. Tel. 250-385-1561.
Victoria Genealogical Society Irish Workshiop, the first of three Irish based workshops, on tips and tricks for personal research. Saturday, 10 a.m.-noon at 947 Alston St. Cost: $10/$15. Register at tel. 250-360-2808; victoriags.org.
Faculty of Science Café Scientifique presents Victoria's Sewage Treatment System: a Brief History of Slime, led by Dr. Jay Cullen, SEOS, UVic. Tuesday, 6: 30 p.m. (doors open 5: 45 p.m.) at Hermann's Jazz Club, 753 View St.; uvic.ca/cafesci.
United Empire Loyalists meeting with speaker Bob McBride, Dominion Pres. United Empire Loyalists Assoc. on his Loyalist Ancestor, Capt. John DeCou. Saturday, noon with light lunch at Ramada Inn, 123 Gorge Rd.E. Tel. 250-655-8846.
Natural History Night: Local Projects of the Nature Conservancy of Canada with Tim Ennis showcasing the work of the Nature Conservancy of Canada in the West Coast program area. Tuesday, 7: 30 p.m. in Room 159, UVic. Fraser building.
Sons of Norway Eidsvold Singers are looking for a piano player and singers. Tel. 250-384-4991.
Chess Night at James Bay Coffee and Books, bring your own gme, or use one of ours, bring a friend, or come alone. Mondays, 6-8: 30 p.m. 143 Menzies St. Tel. 250-386-4700.
The Theosophical Society presents Life After Life, an audio course. Mondays, 2-4 p.m. at 3793 St. Aiden's St. Tel. 250-655-9471 or theosophyinvictoria.com. Golden Rods & Reels Fishing & Social Club meets Tuesdays, 9 a.m., at 1728 Douglas St. For information, visit goldenrodsandreels.com.
Victoria Model Shipbuilding Society meets the second Thursday of every month at 7: 30 p.m. at St. Peter's Anglican Church Hall, St. Peter's Road. New members are welcome. Tel. 250-385-9552.
Saanich Songmen welcome male seniors who can carry a tune (no auditions). Friendly, fun group singing popular standards. Rehearse Saturdays, 9: 30-11: 30 a.m. and give concerts every Wednesday afternoon. Tel. 250-361-9878 or 250-382-3151.
Victoria Mandolin Orchestra welcomes new members on various instruments, guitar and bass. Intermediate level playing and music reading. Practice Tuesdays 7: 30-9: 30 p.m. Contact [email protected] or members.shaw.ca/cmvarcoe
Toastmasters International welcomes guests. Find a time and place to suit at information on [email protected].
Village Squires barbershop chorus practises every Tuesday 7-10 p.m. at Centennial United Church, 612 David St. (at Gorge Rd. E.) Tel. 250-472-2626 or visit evg.org/vsquires
VOLUNTEERING
Victoria READ Society Noisy Kids Reading Club needs volunteers. The after school reading program provides elementary students with extra literacy support. Six students work with one teacher and two volunteers. Now in four schools. 250-388-7225 or [email protected].
Capital City Volunteers seeks people to visit seniors or drive them to medical appointments. Even one hour a week will help an isolated senior. Tel. 250-388-7844 or [email protected].
Victoria Riding for the Disabled Association provides a riding program for children and adults with disabilities. No experience is necessary, (we provide training), but volunteers must be 16 years of age or older. Classes are held Monday-Thursday mornings and Tuesday-Thursday afternoons. Contact: 778-426-0506 or [email protected]
Oak Bay Lodge is looking for a volunteer to bring senior residents to the hair salon. Regular shift is every Friday 8: 45-noon, training is provided. Contact 250-370-6642 or [email protected]
Habitat for Humanity Victoria is seeking volunteers for several positions: Restore sales and warehouse assistants; committee members and special events volunteers. For more information, contact Hazel Yeo, volunteer co-ordinator, tel. 250-480-7688 ext 101 or [email protected]
Board of Directors: Centennial Day Care Society seeks new board members interested in supporting young families and contributing to a small non-profit society. Tel. 250-479-0334.
LifeRing Secular Recovery is looking for board members and volunteers. Exciting opportunities available at liferingcanada.org/get-involved or tel. 250-598-1389.
Volunteers needed by local book reviewing newsletter: writerschoicereviews.com. Help needed with all phases, reviewing, selling ads, distribution and production. All ages welcome, contact [email protected]
Crystal Clear Drug Prevention Society seeks volunteer board members. Our mission is to stop illicit drug use before it starts. Contact Don Monsour, 250-589-1001 or becrystalclear.com Primary Schools For Africa Society, a non-profit charity, is building schools in Tanzania. Energetic and enthusiastic volunteers needed to help promote and be involved in its inspiring fundraising initiatives. Tel. 250-598-4207.
Saanich Volunteer Services seeks drivers, visitors and home repair persons to help a neighbour. Tel. 250-595-8008.
Craigdarroch Castle is seeking volunteer docents and cashiers. Share the history of Victoria and the castle with 100,000+ visitors per year. Contact 250-592-5323 x32 or [email protected].
Seniors Serving Seniors: Return to Health Program. Volunteers needed to provide social support and encouragement to isolated and lonely seniors before, during and after a hospitalization. Tel. 250-382-4331.
Recreation Integration Victoria needs volunteers to share recreational interests with a person with a disability. Contact the leisure assistance coordinator at 250-477-6314 or [email protected].
Victoria Branch of Victoria's Quilts Canada makes quilts for people with cancer in B.C. If you would like to volunteer or donate fabric, batting or flannelette, email [email protected].
Knitters and Crocheters: Blanket squares needed, either knit or crocheted, or help in creating blankets. Michaels craft room, Thursday afternoons, 1-4: 30 p.m. Tel. 250-727-6786.
Volunteer at downtown's new thrift store, Out of the Closet Renew Boutique, open every day at 1736 Douglas St. Tel. 250-590-2719.
Greater Victoria Animal Crusaders needs foster homes for dogs and cats, reliable volunteers and board members. Email [email protected] or visit animalcrusaders.ca
Volunteer Driver Dispatchers to coordinate drives for cancer clients to medical appointments through volunteer driver program. 250-414-4253 or see cancervolunteer.ca
Single Moms: Mentors needed for the Moms and Mentors Program, Single Parent Resource Centre. Weekly connection with mom, monthly meeting for all moms and mentors. Tel. 250-721-5995.
Kids Help Phone seeks volunteer student ambassador liaisons in the Victoria area. Tel. 1-877-267-7057 or [email protected].
Volunteer Mentors needed for young people at risk of becoming involved with crime. Tel. 250-386-3428 or kidstart.ca
Peer Helpers - Single Parent Resource Centre seeks volunteers to help single parents using the centre. Send resumé and covering letter to [email protected] or 250-385-1114, ext. 226.
FUNDRAISERS AND
Big Brothers Big Sisters Victoria Clothing Drive, Saturday, 10 a.m.-2 .m. at Save On Foods store, 3510 Blanshard St., We also have an attended donation station at the parking lot of Canadian Tire, 855 Langford Pky., every Saturday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. or tel. 250-385-7226 for free pickup.]
Community Closet Thrift Store in James Bay Square. Monday - Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Profits support James Bay Community Project. Please donate gently used clothing and accessories. Tel. 250-388-7810.
Victoria Hospice Thrift Boutique, profits to Victoria Hospice end-of-life care. Help by donating better-quality fashions, jewelry, accessories, collectibles and household items. 1315 Cook St., 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday to Saturday. Tel. 250-361-4966. EMI Gift Shop, 2334 Trent St. New, used books, clothing, jewelry etc. Proceeds to clients of CMHA. Tel. 250-370-8497.
Canadian Diabetes Clothesline program needs usable clothing. Free pickup. Tel. 250-380-3024.
Church Thrift Shops
? Gordon Head United Church Thrift Shop, 4201 Tyndall Ave., Monday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 250-477-4142.
? St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church Thrift Shop, 680 Courtney St., first and third Tuesday, 10 a.m.-noon. 250-384-5734.
? St. Aidan's Thrift Shop, 3703 St. Aidan's St. 250-477-2089 ext. 7. Open Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and the last Saturday of the month, 9: 30 a.m.-1 p.m.
? Church of Our Lord Thrift Shop, 626 Blanshard St. Friday, 9: 30 a.m.-1: 30 p.m. 250-383-8915.
? James Bay United Church Thrift Shop, 517 Michigan St. Friday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 250-384-5821.
? Oak Bay United Church, corner of Granite and Mitchell. Thrift Shop/Annex Fridays, 10-2 p.m.; annex open first Sat. of month, 10-noon. 250-598-5021 ext 0.
SUPPORT GROUPS AND COUNSELLING
Depression Support Group monthly meeting, with guest speaker to talk about spirituality. Wednesday, 7: 30 p.m.at the Yakimovich Centre, 1454 Hillside Ave. next to Aberdeen Hospital. Tel. 250-208-1446.
Marriage Support Group, assisting couples to improve their relationships with Daniel Keera. Thursday, 5-6: 30 p.m. at 3460 Shelbourne St. Free. [email protected]; meetup.com/Marriage-Support-Group
Peercare: If you are going through a difficult time, Peercare offers free, confidential support, and encouragement for individuals. DivorceCare support group meets Tuesdays at 7 p.m. Call Central Baptist Church at tel. 250-385-7786.
Nicotine Anonymous meeting, Saturdays, 10: 30 a.m.-noon at 1078 Joan Cres. Tel. 250-388-3151.
Borderline Personality support group, drop-in, Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m. at Capital Mental Health, 125 Skinner St. Friends, partners, family all welcome. No charge. 250-383-5144 Ext. 2127 or [email protected].
Al-Anon: Do you love an alcoholic? Do you suffer from another's drinking? Find us at 250-383-4020 or bcyukon-al-anon.org
NarAnon: For families and friends of drug addicts. Meetings Mondays, 78: 30 p.m., 5500 Hamsterly Rd. and Wednesdays, 7-8: 30 p.m. at Pearkes Arena, 3100 Tillicum Rd. Tel. 250-704-2801.
For men only: An ongoing facilitated support group for men committed to living a nonviolent life style. Every Monday night, minimal cost. For details, contact [email protected]
Beyond Affairs Network - helps with dealing with the aftermath of a spouse or partner's affair. Contact the Vancouver Island co-ordinator at [email protected] to learn more about our support group.
Sex Addicts Anonymous Victoria presents two 12-step groups to help people recover from porn, sex, love and romance addictions, meeting weekly. Tel. 250-592-1916 or [email protected].
Dual Recovery Anonymous, support group for recovery from both an addiction of any kind and a mental health issue, 941 Kings Rd., Tuesdays, 7: 30-8: 30 p.m. Tel. 250-384-4225 or visit [email protected]
Gamblers' Anonymous meets Tuesdays, 150-2101 Richmond Rd., 7: 30-8: 30 p.m. Visit victoriaga.org Overeaters Anonymous may have the answer to problems of compulsive eating. No dues, no fees, no weigh-ins. Daily meetings. Newcomers meeting Saturdays at 10: 30 a.m. at Victoria Health Unit, 1947 Cook St. Tel. 250-413-3093.
Seniors Entitlement Service, assisting seniors with pensions, health care and other issues at Blanshard Community Centre, 901 Kings Rd. Trained advocates are on duty. Tel. 250-388-7696, ext. 223.
COMMUNITY BUILDING AND SOCIAL ACTIVISTS
Greater Victoria Seniors OAPO, an advocate group for the safety and security of the senior population entitlements in BC. open meeting with speaker, B.C. Ombudsman Kim Carter. Wednesday, 2 p.m. Light refreshments. Tel. 250-658-8593.
Over Mined, Under Ruled: Justice Activism for Corporate Regulation: Peter Julian, NDP MP, proponent of Private Members' Bill C-323 to hold Canadian corporations accountable for human rights violations and other atrocities around the world. Thursday, 7-9 p.m. at UVic Harry Hickman Rm 105. Free
Resilient Neighbourhoods Workshop, Thursday, 6: 30-9 p.m. at Juan de Fuca Recreation Centre, Kinsmen Fieldhouse 1767 Island Hwy. Free. [email protected] or communitycouncil.ca/initiatives/RN.
End Homelessness: Meetings first and third Wednesdays, 7 p.m. at Silver Threads, Douglas and Herald, second and fourth Wednesdays, 1 p.m. at Our Place., 919 Pandora Ave. Tel. 250-480-4854.
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
Pre-Diabetes: An opportunity to change your future. Hosted by Bob McDonald of CBC's Quirks & Quarks, Dr. Galina Smushkin, Endocrinologist, Metabolism Specialist, Thursday, registration 6: 30 p.m. for event, 7-9 p.m. at Oak Bay Beach Hotel, 1175 Beach Dr. Refreshments included in $25 ticket price (door prize from WestJet) and silent auction. Proceeds to Camp Homewood family subsidy program. Victoria Prostate Cancer Support Group meeting/forum. Maria Vlachaki, radiation oncologist, B.C. Cancer Agency Victoria, speaks on radiation therapy with immunotherapy. Tuesday, 6: 45 p.m. at Begbie Hall, 2101 Richmond Rd. 250-216-2875.
Homeward Bound: Resources for the Journey offers retreat days, celebration of life and pastoral care and training. Tel. 250-589-7413 or visit ruthmccowan.ca
Dental Health Education Centre at the Camosun College Lansdowne Campus is accepting new clients for dental hygiene care. Initial 30-minute screening is free. Preventive services are available for adults for one low cost of $60 or less; children and youth services are $20 or less. Contact: [email protected] or 250-370-3184.
Ladies Fitness/Self-Defence. Free, meet every Wednesday, 8 p.m., 4091 Braefoot Rd. Tel. 250-882-8831.
TOPS (Take Pounds Off Sensibly): A non-profit, non-commercial, affordable weight loss support and wellness education organization meets weekly. Visit tops.org, contact 1-800-9328677 or [email protected].
Massage with Vitality Plus Program. First session is $10. Cook Street Village Activity Centre, 380 Cook St. Certified chair practitioner. Tel. 250-590-2220 for appointment.
SELF IMPROVEMENT, SPIRITUAL GROWTH
CSRS Public Lecture Series: Religion, Caste and Politics in a Hindu Tradition. Thursday, 4: 30-5: 30 p.m. at UVic., Social Sciences and Mathematics Building, Room A104, 3800 Finnerty Rd. Details at csrs.uvic.ca/events/lectures
Prayer in the Style of Taize: Monthly ecumenical worship, Friday, St. Andrews Catholic Cathedral, 740 View St. 5: 30 p.m. for those who wish to help lead chorus singing, with service, 6-7 p.m.
Brentwood Vipassina Insight Meditation meets Sundays 4-6 p.m. at 7167 West Saanich Rd. Brentwood Bay. By donation. Contact: [email protected]
Emotional Freedom Technique and Insight Meditation with Unity of Victoria, 838 Pandora Ave. Thursdays, 7-9 p.m. Tel. 250-382-1613; unityvictoria.com
