Talent show
Sardis secondary school hosts a talent show Feb. 26 beginning at 7 p.m. Donations taken at the door to go to Sardis's sponsor school in Costa Rica.
Mini med school
Chilliwack Hospital & Health Care Foundation's fifth annual mini med school begins Feb. 27 from 7 to 9 p.m. with a session on mental health and suicide prevention. Other sessions run March 13, from 7 to 9 p.m (Why Don't Kids Come With Manuals); March 20, from 2 to 4 p.m (Healthy Kids, Healthy Futures); and March 27, from 7 to 9 p.m (Wilderness First Aid for the Weekend Warrior).
Chilliwack Library Book Club
The Chilliwack Library Book Club meets the fourth Wednesday of each month (Feb. 27) at 7 p.m. New members are welcome at any time. For more information please contact the Chilliwack Library at 604-792-1941.
Heart support group meets
The Chilliwack Heart Support group has changed its meeting location for February. The group will meet Feb. 27 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Lynnwood Retirement Community, at 9168 Corbould St. James Petruic of Pharmasave Drugs will speak. Everyone with heart disease is welcome to attend. For more information, call Al Vogt at 604-795-3096 or email alvogt@shaw.ca.
Fibromyalgia meetings
Fibromyalgia Well Spring Foundation meets the fourth Wednesday of every month (Feb. 27) from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Lynnwood Retirement Residence, at 9168 Corbould St. For more information call 1-800-567-8998.
Children's Heart Network
A support group for parents of children with congenital heart defects and other life-altering heart problems meets on the last Thursday of every month (Feb. 28) at the Eagle Landing Starbucks at 6: 30 p.m. For more information email tcbisschop@shaw. ca or melmartz@gmail.com.
Epilepsy support
The Centre for Epilepsy holds a support group for those living with or effected by epilepsy. Parents, families, colleagues or anyone who may benefit from resources and information regarding epilepsy are welcome.
The group meets the last Thursday of every month (Feb. 28) from 7 to 8: 30 p.m. at Communitas Supportive Care Society, at 18-45966 Yale Road West. RSVP to epilepsy. communication@telus.net.
How's That Made?
How's That Made, a craft group for teens meets Thursdays through May from 6: 30 to 8: 30 p.m. at the Chilliwack Library. To register call 604792-1941.
Relatives Raising Relatives
A new support group for grandparents and other relatives raising children- Relatives Raising Relatives- meets monthly, alternating days and evenings. This is an opportunity for peer support as well as education. The group meets at Chilliwack Community Services, at 7112 Vedder Rd. The next meeting is on Feb. 28 at 7 p.m. Child minding can be provided on site if interested participants provide notification by the preceding Mondays. For more information call Cassandra at 604-793-7210.
World Day of Prayer
St. Mary's Catholic Church, at 8909 Mary St., celebrates the World Day of Prayer by hosting an ecumenical service with visiting churches participating March 1 at 1 p.m. Everyone is welcome.
Water-Wealth Project
Connect with the Water-Wealth Project team at its launch party March 2 from 3 to 6 p.m. at 45668 Storey Ave. The event kicks off with a Sto: lo welcome at 3 p.m., followed by an introduction and inside scoop on the WaterWealth mission, goals, intel, tech and tactics. Hang around for a free BBQ and snacks and meet and greet mingle, along with ongoing children's activities. Wheelchair accessible. Everyone welcome. RSVP online at www.waterwealthproject. com or call the office at 604858-8021.
Optimists meet
The Optimist Club of Chilliwack hosts its monthly breakfast on the first Saturday of every month (March 2) at 11 a.m. at Dakota's restaurant. Its business meeting takes place every third Thursday at 7 p.m. at Mount Cheam Riders Hall. For more information call Sam at 604703-0095.
RCAF Association meets
The 879 (Earl MacLeod) Wing RCAF Association meets for breakfast on the first Saturday of every month (March 2) at 10 a.m. at Clark's restaurant.
Babysitter course
A Red Cross babysitting course runs March 2 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Greendale elementary community school. Open to all students aged 11 years and older who are ready to be responsible babysitters. Course costs $45. To register email coordinator. gecs@gmail.com or leave a detailed contact message at 604-823-7281.
Flea market
Skwah Community Hall, at 619 Wellington Ave., is the site of a flea market to be held March 2 and 17. To book a table call 604-392-3278. Many goods, including kids clothes, toys, cellphone accessories and video games and systems.
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