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PR – Evergreen Theatre: Spring Break Festival – Robin Hood

March 19 & 21, 2024 at 1PM and March 20, 2024 at 10AM! Presented by the “nearly world-famous”™ DuffleBag Theatre performed with the same sense of fun, innovation, and participation that audiences (nearly) the world over have come to expect! With all the humour and fun people have come to expect, DuffleBag hits the mark with this on-target tale of derring-do!

Porpoise Bay Park: Easter Egg Hunt

The Sunshine Coast Lions Club Annual Easter Egg Hunt starts promptly at 12:00 Noon. It is for Children 12 years old and under.
Come on down and see the Easter Bunny and have some great family fun.

SHOUT OUT | Youth Art Exhibition

to Mar 31. Sunshine Coast youth aged two to eighteen have been invited to submit their artwork for display at the Gallery. In addition to offering an inspiring body of work that represents the creativity of our community’s youth, this exhibition is also an opportunity for young people to experience what it is like to be a professional exhibiting artist at GPAG. Don’t miss this vibrant and popular exhibition featuring drawing, painting, photography, mixed media, sculpture, and more running March 14 – March 31. Note: for Spring Break the Gallery is open every day during the run of the exhibition (11am – 4pm). Admission is free/by donation.

Join us for the opening reception on Saturday March 16th, 2pm – 4pm!

SHOUT OUT | Opening Reception

Join us for the opening reception of our Youth Art Exhibition SHOUT OUT, 2pm – 4pm. All are welcome!

Sunshine Coast youth aged two to eighteen have been invited to submit their artwork for display at the Gallery. In addition to offering an inspiring body of work that represents the creativity of our community’s youth, this exhibition is also an opportunity for young people to experience what it is like to be a professional exhibiting artist at GPAG.

ST PADDY’S DAY FUN in Banditry Cider

Come and join us to celebrate St Paddy’s! It will be a fun day full of great music, green cider, Guinness stew, and much more! TK’s Gourmet Food Truck will be there providing delicious food and we will be having a Fiddle Jam from 2:00pm to 3:30pm. Bring your own instruments and join in!

Fire Jumping Ceremony – Chaharshanbe Suri

The event is called Chaharshanbe Suri and translates to “Scarlet Wednesday” in Farsi. This ancient Persian practice that takes place on the last Tuesday night (eve of the Wednesday) before the spring equinox. This year, it falls on March 12.
One major part of the Chaharshanbe Suri celebration is to jump over fire. Historically, Persians have recognized fire as a sacred element, one that represents light, wisdom and truth. This cleansing practice of jumping over the fire is meant to bring good luck and good fortune as we prepare to enter a new year.
We will be serving hot tea and sweets and will have a mini exhibition set up to provide some context around this and other Noruz practices. This event is open to all ages and is FREE.

GPAG: Artist Trading Card Workshop

Join us during our Youth Shout Out Exhibition on Wednesday, March 20th 2pm – 3pm at GPAG to learn how to make your own artist trading cards (ATCs) with local ATC artist Nadina Tandy. The workshop is free and pre-registration is not required. Drop in, make, and trade, or bring your ready-made cards in on the day. This workshop/demo is open to all; kids under 12 require parents/supervision please.

Artist Trading Cards (ATC’s) are miniature pieces of art that are traded for free all around the world! There’s only one rule: the size of the card must be 2.5” x 3.5”. Otherwise, anything goes: you can draw, collage, paint on the cards… just make them, sign and date the back, and trade them with other artists.

Neighbourhood Small Grants information Session

Learn about the Neighbourhood Small Grants program and how to apply for this grant that provides up to $500 to individuals for projects that connect people socially or involve sharing skills or talents with each other.
Anyone on the Sunshine Coast can apply for a Neighbourhood Small Grant. Find out what kinds of projects you can receive a grant for.

Heritage Playhouse: James & Jamesy: Easy as Pie

A pie… A face… How hard can it be?

British Comedy darlings James & Jamesy attempt to conquer this classic of comedy. They fail.

Troubled, determined, and insatiably curious, the two dive into the depths of their psyche, mining memories for clues about what’s holding them back.

Rich in wordplay, comic physicality, and cleverly crafted interactive elements, Easy as Pie is uproarious fun.

Critics’ Pick “A must-see” – Toronto Star

“Easy as Pie is a showcase of the duo’s stunning mastery of physical comedy and their uncanny ability to marry their abilities to the exploration of psychological themes that are at once serious and hilarious. This is simply an amazing show.”
-Stage Door

“Brilliantly staged physical comedy that touches the heart as well as the funny bone.” -Glenn Sumi

Seaside Centre: Seeds of March

Join us for the second event in Seeds of March, in partnership with the Sechelt Winter Market. This market is family friendly, full vendors, a seed exchange with the Sechelt Seed Library, and much more! Come have fun and get ready to plant your seeds for spring!

Next Seeds of March Mar 16 – Halfmoon Bay Nursery.

RC Hall: 28th Annual Seeds of March and Seed Exchange

It’s that time of the year when community comes together to celebrate the beauty of gardening and the power and joy of sharing seeds, connecting gardeners old and new in a celebration of growth, biodiversity, and community.

You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our beloved seed exchange, where you can trade your favourite seeds with fellow gardeners. It’s a wonderful way to discover new varieties, preserve heirloom seeds, and connect with the rich history of our local gardening community.

In addition to the seed exchange, our event features a wide array of activities, including farm and artisan markets where you can find local goodies, seedlings, seeds, and growing mediums. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or just starting out, there’s something for everyone.

Also on Mar 9 – Sechelt Seaside Centre; Mar 16 – Halfmoon Bay Nursery.

SCRD FREE Family Day activities

These activities are first come, first served as capacities allow.
FREE SKATE (includes free skate rentals)
Sunshine Coast Arena
Saturday, Feb 17
11:00am – 12:30pm
FREE SWIM & GYM
Pender Harbour Aquatic & Fitness Centre
Sunday, Feb 18
1:00pm – 4:00pm
FREE SWIM
Gibsons & District Aquatic Facility
Sunday, Feb 18
2:00pm – 5:00pm
Made possible thanks to the support of the B.C. government.

St John’s United Church: The Pirates of Penzance

Mar 1, 2, 6 and 9 at 7pm. Mar 3 and 10 at 2pm. A comic operetta by Gilbert and Sullivan. Director: Sara Douglas, Music Director: Tom Kellough, Choreographer: Sylvain Brochu. Presented by Coast Music Theatre Company & St John’s United Church.

Downtown Sechelt: Chocolate Festival

Feb 7 – 14th. Taste your way through Downtown Sechelt. Enter to WIN A PRIZE BASKET by posting a photo/video with #SecheltChocolateFestival and tag the participating shop where you purchased and enjoyed the chocolate experience.

The more shops you visit the more chances to win!

Sechelt Farmers’ & Artisans’ Market

Mar 30 – Oct 12. Enjoy a stroll through the Sunshine Coast’s biggest and longest running market. Every Saturday from Easter to Thanksgiving, 9 am to 2:30 pm. You’ll find a colourful selection of local, curated items from seasonal produce, gift-worthy arts and crafts, to artesian foods and drinks and hot foods. Leashed-pet friendly, accessible, family fun. See you there! Rain or shine!

RC Hall: Delhi 2 Dublin – Friday and Saturday Shows – BOTH SHOWS SOLD OUT

The vibrant sounds of Delhi 2 Dublin with a fusion of Bhangra, Celtic, Dub, Reggae, and Electronica, featuring the Coast’s very own Serena Eades!
Friday night will be an all-ages show for the whole family! Doors at 6:30 pm, Show at 7 pm.
Saturday night, 19+ only. Doors at 8 pm, show at 9 pm.
Both shows will have alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverage options, along with snacks and treats. The Roberts Creek Hall is a fully accessible venue. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all.
Tickets: here.

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