For nonprofit, charity or fundraising events in Hamilton and area, submit items in writing to Too Good To Miss, The Hamilton Spectator, 44 Frid St., Hamilton, L8N 3G3, by e-mail to toogood@thespec.com only (no other e-mail addresses please) or fax 905-526-3510. Deadline is two weeks prior to publication.

Volunteering

Ronald McDonald House seeks individuals or groups to provide home-cooked meals for families in the Home for Dinner program. Choose lunch or dinner on weekdays or weekends. 905-521-9983, info@rmhhamilton.ca

John Howard Society of Hamilton, Burlington and area needs drivers, on a rotational or standby basis, to drive visitors twice a month to federal penitentiaries in the Kingston area, 905-522-4446, ext. 259

Volunteer Hamilton has more than 200 volunteer positions, volunteerhamilton.on.ca, 905-523-4444

Canadian Cancer Society Hamilton-Wentworth needs volunteers for the cancer centre, lodge program and drivers. Mileage provided. 905-575-9220, ext. 222 or 233

VON volunteers needed. For any of these programs, 905-522-0053

* Visit lonely seniors in their homes once a week. Assist with reading newspaper, writing letters, or chat

* Meals On Wheels, couples needed to deliver meals to elderly/disabled clients. Mileage reimbursed

* Volunteer Services, Good Beginnings, parent-infant volunteer support program, is offering a course to prepare volunteers to assist mothers of healthy babies

* Hamilton Tele-Touch Volunteers needed to provide reassuring phone calls to seniors living alone

SISO wants people to share their city. Being a host volunteer takes just two hours a week and helps those adjusting to life in Canada. 905-667-7496, scheeseman@sisohamilton.org

St. Peter's Hospital seeks drivers to get people living in our community to their appointments at our hospital. Mileage reimbursed. cwilliams@stpetes.ca, 905 777-3837, ext. 12202

Sexual Assault Centre is looking for women who speak Spanish and English, and would like to help survivors of sexual violence. Once trained, you volunteer from home. Screening this month for upcoming training. 905-525-4573, ext 222

Cancer Assistance Program needs volunteer drivers, 905-383-9797

Reading Buddies, a program for children seven to 12 who have completed grade one and need extra help with their reading, needs volunteers, 905-546-3200, ext. 2992

Equestrian Association for the Disabled seeks volunteers. No experience required. Training provided Aug. 8, 6 to 8 p.m. 905-679-8323, ext. 221

Self-help

Recovery International meets weekly for people with depression, anxiety or panic attacks, 905-304-6802, 205@recovery-inc.org

Taking Time, peer-support for cancer patients and families, first Thursday of each month, 7 to 9 p.m. You don't have to face it alone. 569 Concession St. 905-383-9797, cancerassist.ca

Feeling overwhelmed? Drop in for peer counselling Monday to Friday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., 678 Main St. E., 905-545-2525, mentalhealthrights.ca. Activities for August include karaoke Aug. 11, air hockey Aug. 14

Canadian Hard of Hearing Association, family support and lobby group, chha-hamilton.ca, 905-662-6375

Alcoholics for Christ meets Wednesdays, 7 p.m., Joshua Centre, 616 Main St. E., 905-383-4160, 905-527-4653

Iris' Way, cancer assistance program, meets Tuesdays, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Dr. Bob Kemp Hospice, 277 Stone Church Rd. E., 905-383-9797

Women for Sobriety meets Wednesdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m., The Olive Branch, 195 Rebecca St., 905-545-9665, 905-628-0421

TOPS, nonprofit weight-loss club, meets Fridays, 9 to 10:30 a.m., St. Elizabeth's Trillium clubhouse, Garth Street at Rymal Road, 905-387-7476

Men for Sobriety meets Wednesday, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Hamilton General Hospital, fifth-floor teaching room, 905-528-6823

Parenting

John Howard Society of Hamilton, Burlington & Area, 225 King William St., offers parent support workshops for parents with children 12 to 17. 905-522-4446, ext.233

Toilet Readiness. When to start toilet training, signs of toilet readiness and strategies. Aug. 12, 10:30 to 11:30 p.m., Holy Name of Jesus Catholic School, Early Years Neighbourhood site, 181 Belmont Ave. N. 905-573-7905 to register

Meals on Wheels cooks nutritious meals for seniors, people disabled or recovering from surgery. Meals are $5.50 and can be delivered five days a week. 905-627-5461

Science Fun workshop for parents-caregivers and their kids aged three to six, Fridays, Aug. 15, and 22, 10 to 11 a.m., Bennetto Parenting and Family Literacy Centre, 47 Simcoe St. W., 905-521-0926

Good times

14th Annual Dunnville Fair, Aug. 16 and 17, Highway 3 West, Dunnville. Exhibit hall, live presentations, horse, sheep and goat shows and a real petting zoo. Bounce rides and future farmers Olympics. 905-774-8199

4th Annual County Marketplace, Aug. 16, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Binbrook Fairgrounds. Collectibles, plants, baked goods and preserves to pottery, crafts, gadgets and more

First Annual Happy Dayz at Bayfront Park, Aug. 16, 10 a.m to 8 p.m. This family fun '50s festival includes live entertainment and an idols search with judges. Proceeds support children and seniors through the United Way.

Good food

Annual Corn Roast, Royal Canadian Legion, Waterdown, Aug. 17, 1 to 6 p.m. Silent auction, lots of entertainment. Corn on the cob, beef on a bun and hot dogs for sale. Door prizes, draws. Bring a lawn chair.

Miscellaneous

Jill Rumble Memorial Golf Tournament, Aug. 14, Willow Valley Golf Course. Networking, food, hole-in-one prizes. Register 905-522-9922, ext. 111, or fax 905-522-1870. Proceeds to YWCA Hamilton programs and services for women and their children.

Welcome to my Garden tour for St. Luke's Church, Burlington, Aug. 17, noon to 5 p.m. Includes six gardens, refreshments and draw for a garden prize. 905-637-0933

Makers' Market, James Street North. Organic foods, handmade goods, art, tours, Aug. 16, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., courtyard of Christ's Church Cathedral, 252 James St. N. 905-527-1316, ext. 710

Rosicrucian Order, Unity Hall, 64 Wellington St. N., the legend of Atlantis, Aug. 17, 2:30 p.m., 905-574-9671, rosicrucian.org

Good to Go. Find your career path Aug. 16, 1 to 6 p.m., Mohawk College, north cafeteria. Speakers include doctor, police officer, IT specialist, social worker, lawyer, nurse. goldenyouth.websites.com

Westitalia, auditions for Westdale Idol Contest, Aug. 16, The Hamilton Spectator auditorium, 44 Frid St. Must bring and sing to pre-recorded track. To register for an audition, nhughes@westdalevillageca, 905-526-6134

Free historical walking tour of Hamilton Cemetery, 777 York Blvd., Aug. 16, 11 a.m., from the gatehouse, find out about Hamilton's movers and shakers

Cold Frames Workshop: Extend Your Growing Season, Aug. 16, 2 to 4 p.m. at EcoHouse/Veevers Estate, 22 Veevers Dr. Learn to create simple shelters to extend growing season. $10. Register: 905-540-8787, ext. 18

Writing Your Life and other true stories, a workshop to introduce you to writing your memories or family history. Aug. 16, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Appleby United Church, 4407 Spruce Ave., Oakville. 905-823-6637

Annual used book sale, Burlington Humane Society, Aug. 14, 15, 16, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., 740 Griffith Court, off Fairview Street between Walkers and Appleby lines. 905-633-8143

Hamilton Naturalists Club presents Lake Ontario Stroll, Aug. 13. Walk the paved Waterfront Trail beside the lake. Meet at lakeside parking lot, Hamilton side of the canal at 6 p.m. 905-575-0668

CNIB Open House, Aug. 13, 9 to 11 a.m., 1 to 3 p.m., 115 Parkdale Ave. S. Learn about low-vision services such as computers, closed-circuit TVs, magnifying glasses, etc. Free. 1-888-275-5332, cnib.ca/ontario

Gary Allen High School, adult, alternative and community education through the Halton Board of Education. Update current and learn new skills. Earn your diploma. Registration Sept. 2. garyallan.ca, 905-632-2944

Burlington Humane Society's new store for gently used items, 740 Griffith Crt., Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., 905-633-8143

Junior datebook

Babysitting course, Aug. 11 to 15, 9 to 11:30 a.m., Lions Memorial Community Centre, Dundas. $40. 905-627-5461, or register at Dundas Community Services, 2 King St. W.

Maranatha Free Reformed Church Vacation Bible School, Aug. 11 to 15. 1114 Old Mohawk Rd., Ancaster. Bible stories, crafts, snacks, etc. for children aged four to 12, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Donation of a nonperishable food item. 905-318-8091, 905-627-7346

Kids's Quest, free summer program at Meadowlands Fellowship Christian Reformed Church, 211 Stonehenge Dr., Ancaster, Aug. 11 to 15, 9 to 11:30 a.m. Register 905-304-4219, meadowlandsfellowship.ca

Burlington Book Camp for aspiring writers aged 10 to 12, Aug. 11 to 15, Central Library. bpl.on.ca/kids/-whatsnew_bookcamp.htm

Under the Stars! offers crafts, games, and special guests at Parks Canada Discovery Centre, 57 Discovery Dr., Thursdays, 7 to 9 p.m.

Sailor for a Day, HMCS Haida, Pier 9, Parks Canada Discovery Centre, 57 Discovery Dr., Aug. 11, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Register 905-526-0918

Rescue 9-1-1 Vacation Bible School, kids four to 12. Games, singing, Bible stories and more, Rymal Road Community Church, 1967 Rymal Rd. E. Aug. 11 to 15, 9:30 a.m. to noon. $10 per child or $25 for three or more in a family. Preregister 905-578-3970

Seniors

Friendship Club, Mountain Arena, Hester Street, shuffleboard, Wednesdays, 1 to 3 p.m.; euchre, Thursdays, 1 to 3 p.m., $1. 905-388-5075, 905-388-1916, 905-389-7092, 905-538-9235

Sackville Hill Seniors' Recreation Centre, 780 Upper Wentworth St., 905-546-2541

* Movie Night, Aug. 11 and 12, 6 p.m. National Treasure, Book of Secrets. Members free, guests $2

* Manicures and pedicures, Aug. 11 and 12, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pamper yourself. Check with front desk about fees

* Scrapbooking workshop. Bring a handful of pictures. The instructor supplies everything else. Members free, guests $2

* Strikers five-pin bowling league, September to May, Thursdays, 1 to 4 p.m. Cost $11. Registration begins at the centre Aug. 11

Westdale-West Hamilton Seniors and Retirees, Grace Hall, Grace Lutheran Church, 1107 Main St. W., 905-522-6256

YWCA Hamilton Seniors' Active Living Centre, 75 MacNab St. S., 905-529-7727

Museums, parks, galleries

Cottonwood Mansion, 740 Haldimand Rd. 53, Selkirk, cottonwoodmansion@linetap.com, 905-776-2538. Annual Peach Social with Cottonwood Brass Quintet, Aug. 17, 2 to 4 p.m.

Crawford Lake Conservation Area, corner of Steeles Avenue and Guelph Line. 905-854-0234, conservationhalton.on.ca

* The Spirit Sings, Aug. 17, 6 to 9 p.m. First Nations teacher Joe Paquette at Turtle Clan longhouse to share First Nations traditions. Includes traditional First Nations meal, moccasin walk to a starlit lake, creation of a unique craft. Pre-register: $24 adult, $15 seniors and children eight to 14

Edinburgh Square Heritage and Cultural Centre, 80 Caithness St., Caledonia: Off the Hook in Haldimand, traditional hooking with display of rugs, pillows, wall hangings. Aug. 13, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Mountsberg Wildlife Centre, Milburough Line, Campbellville. Annual Bat Night, Aug. 16, 7 to 9 p.m. Get up close and personal. Family event includes puppet play, storytelling, games. 905-854-2276

Whitehern Historic House & Garden, 41 Jackson St. W., 905-546-2018, whitehern@hamilton.ca: Picnics in the park with music, Wednesdays to Aug. 27, noon to 2 p.m. Free.

-- Compiled by Kathi Aitken, The Hamilton Spectator

Elvis Presley may be gone but the King continues to rock our world -- as these photos from around the world show. It's Elvis Day in Stoney Creek, Friday, Aug. 15, 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Battlefield House, 77 King St. W. You can celebrate the life of Elvis with Frankie Greco, cofounder of the Collingwood Elvis Festival, and the Battlefield Cruisers of Stoney Creek. All Elvis tribute artists and fans are welcome. There is no cost and it will be wall-to-wall Elvis music all evening. For information, call 905-560-2020, ext. 150 or monarch_productions@hotmail.com.