Alzheimer society

The Alzheimer Society of B.C. urgently needs volunteers in Chilliwack to handle growing demand. With the need for assistance soaring, help from volunteers is critical for the non-profit. The need locally right now is for volunteers who can facilitate a local support group that meets each month. For more information on the volunteer positions, contact Armit at 604-702-4603 or jarmit@alzheimerbc.org.

Residents can get more information on Alzheimer's disease and other dementias by visiting www.alzheimerbc.org.

Acoustic jams

Country acoustic jam sessions are held every Saturday at the Chilliwack Seniors Recreation Centre, at 9400 College St., from 7 to 11 p.m.

All musicians and friends are welcome. Bring your own instrument. Members $3 and non-members $5. For more information contact Rod or Marnie 604-792-1168.

Teens in Canada

Chilliwack Community Services, Immigrant Services offers "Teens in Canada," a program for immigrant parents held Tuesdays from Jan. 29 to March 12 from 12: 30 to 2 p.m., at 9214 Mary St. Guest speakers will cover topics such as: school report cards, Internet safety, bullying, peer pressure and more. Contact Lynn Gibson at 604-393-3251 or gibsonl@comserv.bc.ca.

Children's choir

First Avenue Christian Assembly, at 46510 First Ave., hosts the Watoto Children's Choir Jan. 29 at 7 p.m.

Seniors bus trips

The Chilliwack & District Senior Resources Society has a full slate of upcoming bus trips including: a trip to see the musical comedy Boeing-Boeing at the Stanley Theatre Jan. 30; a trip to see the Harlem Globetrotters in Abbotsford on Feb. 15; a visit to the Northwest Flower and Garden Show in Seattle on Feb. 20; and a trip to Seattle's Great Wall Mall and Ikea on Feb. 25.

Bus trips open to members of the Chilliwack Senior Resources Society. Register early to reserve your place. Call 604793-9979 for details.

Grief Support fundraiser

Chilliwack Grief Support hosts a fundraiser at the Best Western on Feb. 1 featuring a roast beef buffet between 6 and 7: 30 p.m. Tickets are $15 and must be purchased by Jan. 30. Beverages not included. For details and more information call 604793-7239.

Conquer cancer

Team Burritt hosts a dinner fundraiser and silent auction for the Ride to Conquer Cancer Jan. 31 at Rustica's Restaurant, at 9339 Main St. Tickets are $45 per person, with $20 going directly to Ride to Conquer Cancer/ Team Burritt. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets are available by calling 604-858-7239 or emailing team.burritt@shaw. ca. For more information about the team visit. www. conquercancer.ca/goto/ teamburritt2013.

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 (Jan. 31) 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 (Jan. 31) from 7 to 8: 30 p.m. at Com-munitas Supportive Care Society, at 18-45966 Yale Rd.

West. RSVP to epilepsy.communication@telus.net.

How's That Made?

How's That Made, a craft group for teens meets Thursdays until May from 6: 30 to 8: 30 p.m. at the Chilliwack Library. To register call 604792-1941.

Great Blue Heron walk

Visit the Great Blue Heron Nature Reserve Feb. 2 for a free guided walk in honour of World Wetlands Day. Meet at the Rotary Interpretive Centre at 10 a.m. No registration needed. Visit www. chilliwackblueheron.com for more information.

Job's Daughters reforms A group of Job's Daughters, for past and present members of the Masonic family, are reforming Feb. 2. Reinstitution and initiation takes place at 3 p.m., for members only. A dinner and open installation, open to everyone including prospective members, takes place at 7 p.m. A dance will follow.

Tai Chi open house Taoist Tai Chi, at 25-8635 Young Rd., hosts an open house Feb. 2 from 10 a.m. to noon. Featuring a free introductory class, demonstrations, and refreshments. For more information visit www.taoist. bc.ca or call 604-792-0477.

Belly dancing

Susanne Reed hosts a four-class series of belly dancing classes Saturday from Feb. 2 to 23 and Thursdays from Feb. 7 to 28. $15 per class. Pre-register as space is limited. For more info, call 604-792-3730 or email. info@ amethystbookstore.com.

Optimists meet

The Optimist Club of Chilliwack hosts its monthly breakfast on the first Saturday of every month (Feb. 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 604-703-0095.

RCAF Association meets

The 879(Earl MacLeod) Wing RCAF Assotiation meets for breakfast on the first Saturday of every month (Feb. 2) at 10 a.m. at Clark's restaurant. The association holds its general meetings the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at ASU Chilliwack. New members and guest are always welcome. You don't have to be a former or present Air Force person.

Parent Group

The Trans-Parent Group (Parents of Special Needs Youth in transition from high school to post-secondary life) meets the first Monday of each month (Feb. 4) at 7 p.m.

At the next meeting a legal representative will discuss wills and trusts at the Sutton Group Realty office at 9240 Young Rd. Enter by the rear of the building. Call Lisa at 604-794-3831 or Christine at 604-858-5393.

Mad Science

Mad Science returns to the Yarrow Library Feb. 5 from 10: 30 to 11: 30 a.m. to wow the audience with their Up, Up and Away show. Learn about the principals of air pressure through the creation and flight of a hot air balloon, giant smoke rings from the vortex generator, levitating balls, a real hovercraft and movie special effects. Registration required.

Car clubbers wanted

The Chilliwack Chapter of the Vintage Car Club of Canada meets the first Tuesday of each month (Feb. 5) at 7: 30 p.m. at the Atchelitz Threshermen's building on Luckakuck Way. Newcomers welcome. For details call Barb or Ross at 604-824-1807.

Senior fitness

Senior Resource Society hosts a fitness class Mondays and Wednesday from 10: 30 to 11: 15 a.m. Call 604-7939979 or visit the office at 9291 Corbould St.

Included are community events in Chilliwack, hosted or sponsored by non-profit groups. To include your event, contact reporter Tyler Olsen by email at tolsen@chilliwacktimes.com, fax to 604-792-9300 or call 604-792-9117.

Included are community events in Chilliwack, hosted or sponsored by non-profit groups. To include your event, contact reporter Tyler Olsen by email at tolsen@chilliwacktimes.com, fax to 604-792-9300 or call 604-792-9117.