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April 2020
ONLINE: Free Art Class for Everyone!
Self isolating? Home with kids? Emotions running amuck? Join me for this short art project. No art experience necessary and you just need basic supplies !! And please tag me or use the hashtag #shareyourartwithus if you’d like to share what you create on Instagram 🙏 Please share with others if you find this helpful, fun and/or relaxing. I’d love to answer any questions, reach out to me to share your insights or comments too. Watch for continuing updates. The…
Find out more »Community Howl
There continues to be a synchronized howl each night in various communities across the Coast as a workers salute. People are howling, singing, clanging and banging, from their own homes and bringing a sense of unity to the community. Thank you to the Rogue Festiva and artist Bobby Sutherland for the 'Wolf Howling' sculpture!
Find out more »Musicians play facebook live for SC Food Bank Fundraiser
Following is a list of the performers and the links to their videos from Friday, March 27th. Click and enjoy. Michael Friedman - guitar, vocals Sarah and David Poon and family - cello, piano Anna Lumiere - piano, vocals Pam Girone and Peter Hill - guitar, vocals Phillip Alexander Jagger - poetry Graham Walker - charango guitar, vocals, kids Gord and Nancy Birch - guitar, drums, vocals Douglas Campbell - piano, vocals Susanne Richter - piano, vocals Kevin Crofton -…
Find out more »Virtual Event – Fit in a Flash: Self-Isolation Workout
This is a way we can stay active and have fun. We'll pull 2 cards/day from a deck of Fit in a Flash Body Weight Exercise Cards -- we'll show you variations of the exercises so you'll be able to find the one that works for you -- if you feel like playing along, tape yourself doing the exercises (or a few repetitions), post the video in the comments below the post of the day you are doing, your name…
Find out more »Sechelt Farmers Market – Online Platform
We will not be open on Cowrie Street as usual. Shop online today - pick-up your order on Saturday between 10am - 12pm. Contactless! Easy peasy lemony squeezy. https://www.localline.ca/sechelt-farmers-market Shop local. Shop coastal. Wash your hands. While this is a difficult time for us all, we are excited to be able to offer our valued customers access to our market and look forward to being open business as usual as soon as possible.
Find out more »MedTalks (Livestream) Managing Covid Emotions
Livestream broadcast event with local Sunshine Coast Mental Health leaders and counsellors. Go to www.sechelthospitalfoundation.org and click Join LiveStream MedTalks on Tuesday, April 14 at 2pm. No registration necessary! This weekly series will address the many psychological elements we face during the current climate of uncertainty, physical distancing with social implications, and rapid change. Together we will explore ideas and experiences that support our ability, as individuals and as a community, to navigate this territory with courage and compassion.
Find out more »Farm Gate Market Seedlings Sale
a great opportunity to come and shop all you need at once to garden , grow and plant. Lots of local Seeds to choose from , Plants ( sumac, raspberries, boysenberries, Artic kiwis,giant poppies, fruit trees , flowers , etc) Seedlings and lots of seedlings to put on the ground and grow your food !! All farmers , back yard vendors , homesteaders products are welcome to join us .( eggs must be from chickens fed organically as well organically…
Find out more »Astro Cafe – CANCELLED
until further notice. Every third Friday of the month we meet informally at 7:30 pm at Tim Hortons in Sechelt and discuss astronomy news and developments. As soon as it is dark (weather permitting) we take our telescopes out to the seawall for public viewing of the night skies.
Find out more »Super Succulent Sale – CANCELLED
Choose from lots of great, easy care succulents for sale, both hardy and a few more tender in our climate. This year the sale will be in the Potting Shed and regular sale area. Bring along a box or crate for your new-found treasures!
Find out more »April Tools Wooden Boat Challenge 2020 – CANCELLED
19th Annual - Teams of 4 build a boat and race it around set course. "Twist" announced at 10 am. Building from 11am to 2pm. Then a break while high school teams race with adult races following. Free boat building for children and lots of good refreshments. Prizes: 1st $700; 2nd: $400; 3rd: $250. Entry forms available at apriltools.ca. Entry fee $180 - Save $20 if received by April 1 - $160
Find out more »April Tools Special Show at Harbour Gallery – POSTPONED
Featured this weekend are the beautiful pastels of Cary Campbell and Liz Summerfield's stunning wool and silk "paintings". Open from 10am to 4pm, Saturday and Sunday at 12954 Madeira Park/Gonzales Rd.
Find out more »Gibsons Garden Club Plant and Bake Sale – CANCELLED
Gibsons Garden Club Plant and Bake Sale Flowers, Shrubs, Herbs, Vegetables, Baked Goods and More . Garden Experts Help. Free Admission, Gibsons Community Center Lower Parking Lot. Rain or Shine. Cash Only.
Find out more »Sunshine Coast Ciders & Sours Festival – POSTPONED
Presented by The Bricker Cider Company and sponsor, Charm and Gusto, this inaugural fundraiser for the Sunshine Coast Food Bank features a three-hour tasting event showcasing some of BC's finest craft cideries and breweries. $45 early bird to March 1st. $55 after. Participants receive a branded glass and circulate with friends through the tasting venue, chat with vendors, enjoy a live band and sample more than 100 different products. Saturday After Parties: El Segundo; Batch 44 **PLEASE NOTE: You must be 19+…
Find out more »ARTESIA COFFEE HOUSE
Last Friday of the month. A night of live music and a poet. 3-4 acts, slide show, community and treats by Trish.
Find out more »Earth Day Festival – CANCELLED
Come out and be a part of this outstanding tradition. Celebrate our community, the global community and the Earth. Dance on the Mandala to fabulous sunshine coast music! Learn with engaging local teachers and knowledge keepers. Indulge in the most delicious foods, made fresh by local talents! Shop and talk with local vendors and non-profits!
Find out more »Spin In at the Yurts
last Thursday of the month. The Studio is home to the Sunshine Coast Spinners & Weaver’s Guild spin-ins on the last Thursday of every month. Bring your wheel and something for the potluck table to share for lunch; all levels of knowledge and skill are welcome.
Find out more »May 2020
Book Faire
May 1-3. Fri 12 to 5, Sat 10 to 5 and Sun 10 to 3. Up to two boxes of gently used donated books are appreciated (Fri/Sat only).
Find out more »Huge Botanical Plant Sale
This is the big one! Choose from hundreds of small trees, shrubs, and perennials at great prices. Master Gardeners will be onsite to offer expert advice for choosing the best plants for your home garden. Savvy shoppers will bring along a tote or barrow to fill to the brim. Check our website the week before the sale for an extensive availability list.
Find out more »Sunshine Coast Spinners and Weavers – POSPONED
1st Monday each month. Doors at 11:30, library open until 12:25. Different program each month. Meetings end at around 3:00; bring your lunch, and something to knit.
Find out more »Voice Social – CANCELLED
Until further notice. 1st Sunday each month. Meet and Eat. Come together and discuss interesting topics. Share experiences. Different topics every month.
Find out more »Odonata SongRise – POSTPONED
Every 1st Wednesday of the month. A joyful participatory singing time for all ages. No experience required. All songs and parts are taught by the oral method of 'call and response'. Bring an open mind and heart. Be prepared to make lovely sounds, share laughter and make friends. Neuroscience has shown that singing in community improves mood, and creates connections between people. And it is fun! We sing songs from around the world and from song circle across North America.…
Find out more »Walk with your Doc
Register early below and receive a participants T-Shirt.
Find out more »Book Faire
May 15-17. Fri 12 to 5, Sat 10 to 5 and Sun 10 to 3. Up to two boxes of gently used donated books are appreciated (Fri/Sat only).
Find out more »First Fancy Schmancy Masked Ball
Dress up, wear a mask, and support Koala and Wombat Rescue in Australia! Tickets are limited to 50 people only so please, buy them soon! First 20 tickets will be offered for a $20 donation and the next 30 tickets will be offered for a $30 donation.
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