Between Shifts Theatre is promising a great night of entertainment as they present The Most Excellent Adventures of Darth and Luke, which is a Star Wars parody. The action takes place at the Eagle Eye Theatre tonight (Nov. 19) and Saturday (Nov. 20) at 7:30 p.m. and next week, from Wednesday (Nov. 24) to Saturday (Nov. 27) at the same time. Tickets are available at Billie's Bouquet and at the door, $15 for adults and $10 for seniors and students. Next Wednesday (Nov. 24), it is a two-for-one ticket night.
St. John's Anglican Church at 1930 Diamond Road is holding its annual Christmas Bazaar tomorrow (Nov. 20) from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Check out the baked goods and preserves, as well as the tables displaying knitted and hand sewn items and also the second hand nearly new treasures. There will be games and candy for the children and tickets will be sold for a chance to win a queen size quilt, a $100 grocery gift card and a $50 gasoline gift card. Poinsettias will also be for sale. Beverages and goodies will be available.
The day to celebrate the unveiling of the newly upgraded 撸奶社区Oceanfront Trail and signage is tomorrow (Nov. 20) at 11 a.m. Presentations will be made by Mayor Greg Gardner, the 撸奶社区Trails Society and the 撸奶社区Oceanfront Development Corporation. Take along the family and explore the new trail on foot or by bike. Entertainment is planned and there will be light refreshments for everyone.
The 撸奶社区Environment Society is co-ordinating the training for the Eagle Watch program and the volunteer training day will be held at the Adventure Centre on Saturday Nov. 27 from 9 a.m. to noon.
Tonight (Nov. 19), the Mamquam Elementary School is holding its annual Craft Fair and Bake Sale from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The evening includes bingo, kids craft area, photos with Santa, cakewalk and pizzas.
The Over the Hill Hikers will meet at the Chief parking lot for a hike up the Stawamus Chief on Tuesday (Nov. 23) at 9 a.m. To join these ambitious hikers, please call Heather at 604-892-9003.
撸奶社区Elementary School is holding its annual Christmas Bazaar on Wednesday (Nov. 24) from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. The night includes crafts, bake sale, photos with Santa, raffle, bouncy castle and refreshments will be available.
Tickets are now on sale for the November Soup and Sandwich day at the Senior Centre on Thursday (Nov. 25) at noon. Tickets are $9 for members and $10.50 for non-members. On that day, an Arts and Crafts sale will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and will include Christmas decorations, knitting and more. Book a table for $5 - seniors fundraising tables are free. Make a day of it and stay for bingo at 1:30 p.m.
Members of the Tantalus Seniors Walking Club will meet at the dog pound for a trail walk beside the Mamquam and 撸奶社区Rivers on Thursday (Nov. 24) at 10 a.m.
For more information, please call Joyce at 604-898-5594.
The adult evening Book Club will meet at the 撸奶社区Public Library on Thursday (Nov. 24) from 7 to 8 p.m. to discuss the book Pope Joan by Donna Woolfolk Cross.
The next bus trip for seniors will be on Wednesday (Nov. 24) to the Hasting Park Casino. The cut-off date is Sunday (Nov. 21). On Tuesday Nov. 30, a trip to Burnaby Heritage Park is planned. The park will be decorated for Christmas and you can browse through the stores in the park. The cut-off date is Nov. 27. For more information, please call Elaine at 604-898-5463.
The 撸奶社区Hospice Society is offering a Bereavement Drop-In for those experiencing grief and loss. Each Wednesday until Dec. 15 from 10 a.m. to noon, a friendly caring welcome awaits you at the Hospice office (Red Cross Loan Cupboard building) at 38150 Behrner Avenue next to Hilltop House. For more information, please call Melissa or Grace at 604-848-5751.
A successful Christmas bazaar was held by the Women's Auxiliary to 撸奶社区General Hospital on Nov. 13, and members much appreciated the support of the community. All proceeds go towards medical equipment for the hospital. The raffle winners were: Anne French - queen size quilt, Carol Laktin - quilted table runner and June Fromont won the warm buddy (lamb).
The 撸奶社区Venturers are having a Pacific Jamboree firewood fundraiser by offering a cord of wood delivered for $200. To order or for more information, please call Tim at 604-898-5870 or www.squamishscouts.ca.
The winners in the November Rotary 200 Club Lottery were: Anne Peters ($100), SVGC Executive ($120), Carolyn Christies ($130) and Cindy Hurlbert ($150).
Cash donations to the Community Christmas Care (CCC) can be taken to the 撸奶社区Credit Union or mailed to CCC, Box 516, Squamish, B.C. V8B 0A4. Non-perishable food items and toys are accepted at the grocery stores, Food Bank boxes, and The Chief office.
The third annual Polar Express for children and adults chugs out of the West Coast Railway Heritage Park for one hour rides on Saturday Dec. 4 and Sunday Dec. 5 with departures at 10 a.m., noon, 2 and 4 p.m. The regular coach prices for two to 12-year-olds is $19 plus HST, for adults 13 years and up the cost is $22 plus HST, and First Class tickets for children and adults are $32 plus HST. To purchase tickets or for more information, please call 604-898-9336.
The West Coast Railway Heritage Park will also be hosting a Christmas Craft Fair on the weekend of Dec. 3 to 5 in conjunction with the Polar Express. For more information and to book your table, please contact Margo at 604-898-9336.
The Hearts in Motion Walking Club will meet at the dog pound at 10 a.m. on Friday (Nov. 26) for a trail walk. For more information, call Shirley at 604-892-9885 or myself at 604-815-0152.
Eighteen-year yoga veteran Djordje Banovic is offering classes three times a week - and on Mondays it's for men only! Classes are open to all skill levels and will be held at the Progressive Pilates Centre in the Sea to Sky Hotel. Sessions are 90 minutes and run Monday and Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. and Sunday at 10 a.m. Prices range from $104 once a week, $176 twice a week or $216 three times a week. Drop-ins are $15. Call 604-815-4467 or email [email protected] to register.
The Cedar Valley Waldorf School Gala Auction - their biggest fundraiser of the year - takes place Saturday (Nov. 20) at the Brackendale Art Gallery at 7 p.m. Get in on the exciting live auction action (think powder ski vacations, climbing adventures, hand-crafted toys and jewelry) or stealthily win your favourite items on the silent auction. Enjoy delectable savoury fare and gourmet "adult" treats by Ninja Crepe. Music by Cam Salay and Shannon Saunders (formerly of The Paperboys). Tickets are $25 and include two free drinks. Available at Billie's Bouquet or at the school. Call 604-898-3287 or visit www.cedarvallyschool.com for more info.
