Events for the Robson & Upper North Thompson Valleys

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Valemount

FRIs Family Place Drop-In is moving to FRIDAYS from 9am-noon with Cat. Come for the connection with other families, parenting resources and fun for you and your 0-6 year old children at RVCS (99 Gorse St) unless location otherwise stated. Registration not required. For more information call 1-844-324-2004 or email: [email protected].
Upcoming themes:
Apr 19 – Earth Day: Planting seeds at Centennial Park
Apr 26 – Meet at 9:30am to walk along the Marsh boardwalk

SAT APR 20TH Cache In Trash Out Join us at 10am at George Hicks Regional Park for a fun community clean up event and intro to geocaching! (GCAMR69) Garbage bags, prizes and refreshments provided.

MON APR 22nd it’s Earth Day celebrations with RVCS. We are celebrating with an Indigenous Garden workshop from 1-3pm at 99 Gorse Street where we learn how to start our gardens with tradition and knowledge. Registration is required: 250-566-9107 / [email protected]. Brought to you by the RVCS Indigenous Literacy Program and funding through CALP.

WED APR 24 is DENIM DAY in support of Sexualized Violence Awareness Month. Wear blue to show your support. If you’re a victim/survivor of sexualized violence, there’s help. RVCS is available any time via a SARP responder 24/7: 1-844-324-2004.

WED MAY 1 bring your 24-36 month old to the Early Years Fair. Meet various health professionals, check in on your child’s developmental milestones, and learn more about the supports available in the community. 9:30am-noon at 1445 7th Avenue, Valemount Elementary School. To register: please call 250-566-9107 or email [email protected].

Ongoing Valemount Events

MON through FRIs The Valemount Seed Library is available in our lobby during business hours at RVCS Valemount (99 Gorse St). Office hours: Monday 10am-6pm and Tuesday to Thursday 8am-4pm. Come take free seeds to grow in your garden this summer. By saving seeds, we can maintain genetic diversity, adapt to changing environmental conditions, and save money by not having to purchase new seeds every year. For more information call 1-844-324-2004 or email: [email protected].

MON through FRIs the Free Food Farm Stand and Pantry are available for anyone who would like some free, fresh produce. We accept donations of unprocessed fruits and veggies also. The stand is accessible in the front lobby at RVCS Valemount (99 Gorse St) and is available to everyone- just help yourself! Emergency top-up food is accessible to our clients and anyone who walks through the door. This initiative is supported by one-time grant funding through United Way BC. For more information call 1-844-324-2004 or email: [email protected].

MON through FRI Contact the Valemount RVCS Office to book your Community Garden Plot. Cost $25/year, volunteer 8hr/year, tools provided. Contact 250-566-9107 or email [email protected] for more info or to sign up.

TUES, WED, THURS StrongStartBC at Valemount Elementary School 11:30-2:30 starting Oct. 3rd. Free drop-in program for children 0-5 years accompanied by their caregivers. Enjoy play-based early learning incl. songs, stories, art and more. Stop by the school for more info.

WED Oldtimers band and music night at the Golden Years Lodge 7pm. All welcome! Play music, listen or dance.

TUES & FRI Drop-in soccer at Valemount Secondary. Age 12+. $5 and waiver must be signed.

THURS Free Drop-In/Coffee House at the Golden Years Lodge the 1st & 3rd Thursdays of the month from 10 am until 2 pm. It’s open to everyone regardless of your age. If you currently have any ‘mobility issues’ call the CARE-A-VAN 778-915-8550 for a ride in the accessibility bus.

SAT 10am-11:15am Creative writing group. Join us for writing and friendly conversation at the Rocky Mountain Goat office. Everyone welcome. Contact Laura for more info at [email protected] / 250-566-5135.

SUN 1-3 pm Crafty Stitchers meet downstairs at the Valemount Public Library, all welcome! Call 250-566-4367.

SAT 10am-1pm the Valemount United Anglican Church has a thrift store at 7th and Cedar!

SUN Pancake breakfast at the Valemount Legion Sundays 8 to 10:30 am. By donation!.

MON through FRI the Valemount Seed Library is available in our lobby during business hours at RVCS Valemount (99 Gorse St). Office hours: Monday 10am-6pm and Tuesday to Thursday 8am-4pm.Come take free seeds to grow in your garden this summer. By saving seeds, we can maintain genetic diversity, adapt to changing environmental conditions, and save money by not having to purchase new seeds every year. Made possible with funding from CBT. For more info call 1-844-324-2004 or email: [email protected].

MON through FRI Contact the Valemount RVCS Office to book your Community Garden Plot. Cost $25/year, Volunteer 8hr/year, tools provided. Contact 250-566-9107 or email [email protected] for more info or to sign up.

MON through FRI the Free Food Farm Stand and Pantry are available for anyone who would like free, fresh produce. We accept donations of unprocessed fruits and veggies. The stand is accessible in the front lobby at RVCS Valemount (99 Gorse St) and is available to everyone- just help yourself! Emergency top-up food is accessible to our clients and anyone who walks through the door. Call 1-844-324-2004 or email: [email protected].

McBride

MONs Family Place Drop-In is on Mondays from 9am-noon at RVCS (942 3rd Ave). Join for connection with other families, parenting resources and fun for you and your 0-6 year old children. No registration required. unless otherwise stated. For more information call 1-844-324-2004 or email: [email protected].
Upcoming themes:
Apr 22- Sensory play at RVCS
Apr 29- Play at Steve Kolida Park

THUR APR 18 from 1-3pm RVCS invites you to our cozy Coffee House at 942 3rd Avenue, McBride RVCS. Are you craving a warm cup of coffee and side of conversation? Look no further! No registration required. For more info call 250-569-2266 or [email protected].

TUES APR 23 from 10:30am-3pm SERVICE CANADA is visiting McBride at the RVCS office (942 3rd Avenue) to assist residence with matters pertaining to employment insurance, Canadian Pension Plan, Old Age Security, Guaranteed Income Supplement, Social Insurance Number, and Canada Dental Care Plan.

TUES APR 23rd it’s Earth Day celebrations with RVCS. We are celebrating with an Indigenous Garden workshop from 1-3pm at 942 3rd Avenue where we learn how to start our gardens with tradition and knowledge. Registration is required: 250-566-9107 / [email protected]. Brought to you by the RVCS Indigenous Literacy Program and funding through CALP.

THURS APR 25 12-2pm join us at RVCS McBride 942 3rd Avenue for some delicious soup and a bun. Thank you to Eleanor Johnson for making the soup this month. Soup is by donation- all are welcome! Call 250-569-2266 for more info.

TUE APR 30 bring your 24-36 month old to the Early Years Fair. Meet various health professionals, check in on your child’s developmental milestones, and learn more about the supports available in the community. 9:30am-noon at 441 Columbia Street, McBride. For more information please call 250-569-2266 or email [email protected].

Ongoing McBride Events

MONs ASL Club meet weekly at the EFree church McBride. 12:30pm – 1:30pm. Beginners welcome! Contact Lonnie Lorenz if you have questions 250.569.7657 Will resume April 15

MON through THURS, McBride RVCS (942 3rd Ave) now has a FREE FOOD PANTRY that’s available to all! Emergency top-up food is accessible to our clients, preschool program and anyone who walks through the door. We share and accept donated foods that are safe and fresh for use. Contact RVCS at 250-569-2266 or email [email protected]. The local Food Bank is also available: 250-569-3186.

TUES Tuesday Night Jam is now playing in the CN Station Lobby, 6:15-8:30. It is an open jam; musicians, singers, and onlookers welcome. For more information call David at (250) 569-2569.

TUES Chess Club – 5-6pm at the McBride library. All ages and abilities welcome.

WED Free Drop-in Pickleball 7:30-9pm @ the McBride Hightschool. Everyone welcome (grade 8 and older) Bring clean gym shoes. Equipment and basic instruction provided. No experience, or high level of fitness required.

THUR & FRI Weekly Adults’ Programs at the McBride Library: Fibre Artists (Thurs, 10:30am), Writing Group (Fri, 1.30pm). Call 569 2411 for details.

MON & WED it’s time to Dance during Community Fitness with Jodie at the Elks Hall. Twice weekly from 7:15pm-8pm this drop-in program offers free admission to seniors and youth. Other age groups are invited to pay by donation or pay what you can. Call 250-230-8035 for info.

Ongoing Dunster Events

WEDSs 11am-2pm Dunster Coffee House Come for coffee, tea, muffins and/or a bowl of soup at the Dunster Schoolhouse. All ages welcome! If you are looking for a quieter coffee date, there will be tables set up in the classroom for this.