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August 2020
Open Mic – Gibsons & District Public Library
The Gibsons & District Public Library is hosting an Open Mic night on Zoom on the first Wednesday of every month. Join us on August 5th, 7–8pm to listen to people share their original material. Even better, share your own material. It can be prose, poetry, spoken word, a song, a rap... any original material that is no longer than 5 minutes. Email us before July 29th to reserve your spot. stalbot@gibsons.bclibrary.ca Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83648459130?pwd=Y09hWkkyTkNpYUxLUndNZzB1c1QrZz09
Find out more »Opportunity: 2020 Creative Expression During Social Distancing
DIGITAL EXHIBITION at GPAG. We invite all ages to connect with community, provide an opportunity for you to share your feelings through art during this historical moment we all find ourselves in. We welcome digital files of ORIGINAL ARTWORK you have created in response to Covid-19 during times of physical distancing. Photography, visual arts, spoken word video, dance video… it’s up to you. Show us what’s happening in your studio or on the streets in your community.
Find out more »PR – Fall & Winter Gardening Workshop
Join Cathy Ickringill, our Nursery Manager as she shares her knowledge behind the what, where, when and how to be a successful winter gardener. Seating is limited so register early by either popping into Mother Nature or call 604-485-9878. Cost is $20. The workshop will be held in the Nursery to allow for 6ft Social Distancing. We encourage wearing masks however as at this time it’s not mandated
Find out more »Brain Freeze Trivia – It’s Back Baby
It's a fundraiser for our precious Little Legion, which needs our help right now. We will be socially distanced, outside where the Legion has been operating for the last few weeks. We even have tents and cover, so we're good to go rain or shine. So please come out for some dinner and some most excellent trivia.
Find out more »Beachcomber Ukes and Others
Fridays - For all you BUGS who were also coming to the weekly get togethers at the Sechelt Seniors Activity Centre for the Fountain of Uke ukulele group, we have started meeting once again every Friday 11:30-12:30 outside the Sechelt Library under the canopy that is there. Proper distancing protocols are in place, of course. This community group is for everyone no matter the level of player you are or even if you just want to come and "hang out"…
Find out more »Howe Sound History and Sightseeing Tours
Aug 8, 16 & 29. with Dale Peterson. Travelling by Sunshine Coast water taxi. Max 6 people per tour for social distancing. Tour last @one hour $55 each. Rendezvous at 09:50 am in front of harbormasters office on Gibsons wharf. To book call Rainflorist 272 Molly's Lane ph # 604.786.5793. Payment can be cash, debit, visa mastercard. More info call Dale at 604.886.1424
Find out more »Nia Outdoors
Nia classes area a tantalizing blend of fitness form combined with the freedom of dance. Your body will experience new flexibility, strength, energy and balance. Your emotions will experience release and a mental reset! Feel liberated from recent sedentary habits while breathing fresh air in the stage area of Dougall Park with social distancing. Bare feet or footwear (especially if participating on stage floor). Bring your own blanket/mat for closing stretch and relaxation. Rain or shine! For exceptions check FB…
Find out more »Opening Reception: Theme & Variation – CANCELLED
A solo show by Jean Curry “Theme and Variation is a form of musical composition that begins with a main melody (theme) that is altered or changed in some way throughout the piece. These alterations are called ‘variations’. When working in a series, an artist can also take a theme (image/concept) and use variations of it throughout a body of work. Music and art are intertwined in my life. I am a choral singer. I am a fibre artist. Both…
Find out more »Gibsons Farmers Market & Car Free Sundays @ Persephone
to Sept 27th. Over 20 vendors. Emphasis on local foods & produce, assortment of ready made food available, craft and artisan vendors. In the picnic area you enjoy a beer and live music from 12-2. In order to accommodate the extra foot traffic, as well as keep our picnic areas open to onsite drinks and snacks, we are closing the farm to Vehicle Traffic from 10-3PM every Sunday! There is street parking available or parking at the visitor's parking lot…
Find out more »Slow Sundays in the Creek
Featuring Whirlwind wind quintet plus Double Treble and guests. Live music from local musicians. Please be kind and considerate of COVIC Protocols in place. At the entrance please, sanitize before signing in. Bring sun and / or rain protection, chairs, blanket etc. social distance dancing encouraged. We can do this together.
Find out more »Japanese Conversation Group
Our weekly Japanese Conversation Group is now taking place online every Monday from 4pm–5:30pm on Zoom. This small friendly group is welcoming of all fluency levels, beginer or more advanced. Contact Sam Talbot, our community outreach coordinator, to learn more and get the Zoom link. stalbot@gibsons.bclibrary.ca
Find out more »38th Annual Sunshine Coast Festival of the Written Arts – CANCELLED
Until Aug 13, 14, 15, 16 2021. Canadian literary festival featuring writers of a wide range of genres; events take place in the 500-seat open air Festival Pavilion in the Rockwood Gardens
Find out more »French Conversation Group now On-line
Our bi-weekly French Conversation Group is now taking place online every other Thursday from 10:30am–noon on Zoom. Everyone welcomed, no matter your level of fluency in French. Contact Sam Talbot, our community outreach coordinator, to learn more and get the Zoom link. stalbot@gibsons.bclibrary.ca
Find out more »Book Faire – CANCELLED
Aug 14-16. 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 »Hackett Park Craft Fair – POSTPONED
to 2021. Stay Safe and Connected. More info sunshinecoastartscouncil.com/hackett-park-2020/
Find out more »Tailgate Sale
Rain or Shine, 30 spaces only ($20 ea contact 604.886.2411 for info)
Find out more »Fibreshed Market Day
This is an opportunity to buy fresh fleece from Sunshine Coast Fibre Farmers for your Fibre Fashion Fun Projects! There will be a variety of breeds to choose from such as Shetland Sheep, Icelandic Sheep, Gotland Sheep, Suffolk Sheep, Llama and Alpaca. There will be washed, unwashed fleece, yarn, roving and small batts dyed from local plants for sale. For everyone’s well-being . . . Covid-19 protocols will be in place.
Find out more »Slow Sundays in the Creek
Live music from local musicians. Please be kind and considerate of COVIC Protocols in place. At the entrance please, sanitize before signing in. Bring sun and / or rain protection, chairs, blanket etc. social distance dancing encouraged. We can do this together.
Find out more »5th Annual Rogue Fest – NO GO for 2020
Friday 5-11pm; Saturday 10am-11pm; Sunday 10am-5pm. A 3 day outdoor festival where you can immerse yourself in non-stop, genre-crossing music, art, and more. Discover your new favourite band, find inspiration in the Rogue Art Gallery, learn cool new things at rural-living focused workshops, all while checking out funky vendors, interactive installations, our super one-of-a-kind Human Foosball (we know, right?!?!), creative demonstrations, on-site camping, and delicious food and libations on the idyllic, family-run Clarke Farm on the gorgeous Sunshine Coast of…
Find out more »SC Streamkeepers Invasive Plant Removal at Malcolm Creek, RC
Join us as we continue on the last Saturday of the month event, the next one is July 25th as we continue to remove the invasive plants (mostly ivy) from the area around Malcolm Creek. We will be near the bridge over Malcolm Creek at the foot of Metcalfe Road off Lower Road) 1 1/2 km from Gumboot Cafe. Watch for Beach Access signs). (Malcolm Creek is located in Roberts Creek, Sunshine Coast, BC.) Please bring gloves, eye protection and…
Find out more »September 2020
Pender Harbour Fall Faire
With activities and competitions including the Chili cook-off, scarecrow competition and more.
Find out more »Book Faire – CANCELLED
Sept 4-6. 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 »Roberts Creek Farm Gate Market – 1st Saturdays
In addition to our Wednesday Market we are open every 1st Saturday of the Month in the RC Masonic Lodge parking lot.
Find out more »Opening Reception: A Sense of Place – CANCELLED
What is a sense of place? In our art practice, we are influenced by our environment and our experiences. We were born and raised in Southern Manitoba and the influences of our Mennonite heritage and prairie environment have always been a steady thread in our work. Our art always reflects our love of colour and texture and is expressed in a variety of fibre art media. Our heritage influences our work ethic and our desire to surround ourselves with beauty…
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