Upcoming Community Events
AUGUST
Thursday Night Flicks presents: SHERLOCK HOLMES
August 26, 7:00PM
Medicine Hat Public - Library Theatre
FREE
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Rated: PG - Sherlock Holmes, the legendary detective (Robert Downey Jr.) and his faithful associate, Dr. Watson (Jude Law) attempt to rescue Victorian London from the supernatural plots of wicked Lord Blackwood (Mark Strong). With Rachel McAdams. Based on the characters created by Arthur Conan Doyle.
For information call: 403.502.8525 or www.mhpl.info
CRUISIN' FOR A CAUSE
AUGUST 26
The MS Society in partnership with A&W are holding Cruisin' For a Cause on August 26.
Buy a Teen Burger at any A&W across Canada and $1.00 from each Teen Burger goes to the MS Society.
SUMMER SURGE
AUGUST 27
Medicine Hat Coop Mall
This summer alone more than 43,000 Canadians will be diagnosed with diabetes and may see their life expectancy reduced by as much as 15 years. You can help lead the fight against diabetes by attending the ‘Summer Surge’ used clothing drive on August 27th at the Medicine Hat Coop Mall. You can donate your reusable clothing or cash donations which are also gratefully accepted, with all proceeds going towards diabetes research. For more information contact the Clothesline at 1-800-505-5525. Help find a cure this summer, come out to the Medicine Hat Coop Mall, 13th Avenue South East, Medicine Hat.
Saturday Matinee presents: OCTOBER SKY
August 28, 2:00 pm
Medicine Hat Public - Library Theatre
FREE
For adults/young adults
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Rated: PG
Movie Summary - In 1957, teenaged Homer and three friends see the Sputnik satellite in the night sky and set out on a quest to build their own rocket. Overcoming a poor education, a tough father and a series of misfires, Homer turns his dreams into reality in this true story. With Jake Gyllenhaal, Chris Cooper and Laura Dern.
Based on the book by Homer Hickam, Jr.
For Information call: 403.502.8525 or www.mhpl.info
SEPTEMBER
ANNUAL RATTLESNAKE FALL FESTIVAL
Golden Sheaf Park
Saturday, September 4th, 2010
- Music all day by the Golden Sheaf Band
- Chili Cook Off (Judging @ 12:00)
- Bake Sale (Morning)
- Beer Gardens
- Kid's Bike Parade (10am)
- Kids Games
- Hot Dogs, Pop, Hamburgers
For more information call Park Gate at 403-832-2189
Lose Your Luggage and Love It: Motivating Yourself to Take Action and Take Control of Your Life
Saturday, Sept 18, 2010
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Medicine Hat College, B369
COST: $15.00
A 3 hour Self Care workshop that will allow participants to:
- Focus on positive thoughts to motivate them to take action.
- Recognize guilt and learn ways to let go of the guilt and forgive themselves.
- Communicate effectively with their family and friends about their needs.
For more information, contact the Canadian Mental Health Association at 403-504-1811.
Advanced registration is required and all fees must be paid prior to the workshop. Registration deadline is Sept 15, 2010.
