April 1st: Rummage Sale at GKM
Gordon King Memorial United Church is having a rummage sale on Saturday, April 1, 2017 from 9:30am-1pm. Household items, toys, furniture, clothing, etc.
April 6th: Women’s Self Defence Workshop
Riverwood Church’s The Refuge program is holding a free women’s self defence workshop on Thursday, April 6th, 2017, 6:30-8:30pm at 325 Talbot Ave (The Firehall). Facilitated by Chris Friesen, this is a women’s-only event, with childcare provided. There is no charge, but registration is required.
To register, contact refuge@riverwood.cc or call (204) 668-3181 ext. 220
April – June: Home Repair Workshops
There are several free home repair workshops coming up over the next few months as part of the Chalmers Community Renewal Initiative.
April 17: How to Find & Hire a Contractor
April 24: City By-law & Liveability/Manitoba Housing Repair Grants
May 1: How to Maintain your Home Exterior
May 8: How to Fix Electrical
May 15: Manitoba Hydro Program Info/How to Insulate Attics and Walls
May 29: How to Patch and Paint
June 5: Pest Control/How to Fix Foundations
June 12: How to Fix Plumbing
All workshops feature snacks, child minding and door prizes! To register, contact Liz (call/text) at204-333-9867 or chalmershousing@yahoo.ca.
(photo credit: Eric Rothermel)