Events for the Robson & Upper North Thompson Valleys

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Family & Youth

Valemount Museum Kids Summer Program
Fridays 2-3pm. 1:30pm drop off. July 12th to Aug 23rd. Ages 6-12. Themed activities, crafts, games and more. Sign up at the museum or email [email protected]

Mindfulness Camp – Valemount & McBride
Join RVCS Staff for this years Mindfulness Camp for 5-10 year olds! This camp includes, snacks, mental health education on topics such as big emotions and senses, games and crafts, story telling, walks, and more! At the end of the camp, children will receive a take home goody bag with information and tools on the topics we have explored! Registration is required and spaces are limited.

McBride: July 15-18 9am-12pm at Steve Kolida Park

Valemount: July 22-25 9am-12pm Centennial Park.

Summer Book Bingo McBride – Library
Book Bingo is back in 2024 at the McBride Library, with 9 challenges for you to complete by August 24th. If you complete the challenges, you will be entered into a prize draw for a grab bag of goodies, and you will be awarded 100 house points for your Summer Reading Club house. Pick up your bingo card next time you visit the library, or download it online.

Dungeons & Dragons – McBride Library
For ages 12-18, the classic fantasy storytelling game. Join us on Tuesdays from 3.30-5.00pm at the McBride Library. Bring D&D dice if you have them!

Wacky Wednesdays – McBride Library
Wacky Wednesdays is our old “Fun Fridays” summer program for kids, but on a different day! Kids aged 5-8 are invited to join us on Wednesdays from 1-2pm, and kids aged 9-13 are invited to come along from 3-4pm. We have three special Science Camp sessions that will be a combined group (starting at 1pm). Please contact us for more details or to register your child. Starts July 3rd! (see Wacky Wednesday Science Specials below for these special events which interrupt regular programming).

Wacky Wednesdays Science Specials at the McBride Library
We are offering three special Science workshops from 1-2pm for kids aged 5-13. Spaces are limited for these three science workshops, so please sign up soon. See details below:

Wed 17 July: Science Snippets
Be a chemist & discover the difference between baking soda & powder. Create a fantastical creature while investigating genes. Make a pompom launcher to explore physics. Discover aeronautics by building & testing a plane.

Wed 7 Aug: Magical Science
Discover a magical force that will levitate particles. Scatter light & create illusions that will thrill your audience. Experiment with colourful teas & unusual potions on this magical science adventure.

Wed 14 Aug: Discovery Zone
Join us for an action-packed adventure where you’ll explore colour chromatology, investigate why trees are important to engineers & create an

Sunshine Stories July – McBride Library
10:30-11am. An early literacy program for children ages 0-5 and caregivers. Songs, rhymes, stories and fun! In partnership with Decoda Literacy. Runs each Thursday until September 5th!

Board Teens – McBride Library
Board Teens is a new program aimed at teens (ages 12-18), who are invited to come play some of the library’s many board games every Thursday from 3-5pm. Have a favourite game you like to play? Bring it with you!

Summer Reading Club – Valemount Library
At the Valemount Public Library Ages 6-12. Join us at the library every Wednesday at 1:00pm for crafts & activities during the months of July & August. Start date July 3. To register, call 250-566-4367.

Summer Weekly Challenges – Valemount Library
Complete weekly challenges and enter to win prizes at the Valemount Library! Fun for the whole family to do together.

Week 1 – Play outdoor games in library yard
Week 2 – Have a picnic
Week 3 – Decorate sidewalks with chalk
Week 4 – Go on a bike ride
Week 5 – Build a sandcastle
Week 6 – Go on a nature walk
Week 7 – Look for constellations on a clear night
Week 8 – Find a new recipe and cook it together with your family

Read to Me Club – Valemount Library
Ages 0-5. Come to the Valemount library during the months July and August and receive a reading log. Keep track of your weekly reading for a chance to win prizes.

Teen Summer Reading Bingo – Valemount Library
Ages 13-18 Come to the Valemount Library during the months July and August and receive a bingo sheet. Keep track of your reading for a chance to win prizes.

Adult Summer Reading Bingo – Valemount Library
Come to the Valemount library during the months July and August and receive a bingo sheet. Keep track of your reading for a chance to win prizes.

Summer Reading Club McBride & Valemount
Valemount Library – join us at the library every Wednesday at 1pm for crafts and activities at the Valemount Library. Ages 6-12. Register at the library. You will also receive a reading log to Keep track of your reading this summer and enter to win prizes.

McBride Library – Reading logs, stickers and bookmarks are available for kids at the library now, and this year all the family can join in, with a series of weekly challenges! Each participant will be in one of four houses: House of Unicorn, dragon, mer or griffin. Completing your reading logs and weekly challenges will earn house points, and the winning house at the end of the summer will have the medal ceremony party decorated in their honour! Call in at the library for more details.

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

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

Family Place Drop In Program – Valemount & McBride
If you have questions, are looking for parenting resources, or just need to chat, you can join us in person 9am-noon every Monday in McBride or Friday in Valemount. Our weekly targeted programming is a great way for kids ages 0-6 (with their caregivers) to play, connect, explore, and learn!

McBride on Mondays
July 1- No drop-in; statutory holiday
July 8- Dinosaur dig
July 15- Making ice cream sundaes for National Ice Cream Month July 22- Bouncy castle fun
July 29- Painting with marbles and salad spinners
August activities TBA

Valemount on Fridays
July 5- Obstacle course at Centennial Park
July 12- Fire hall and truck tour with Chief Lalonde
July 19- Bouncy castles at Centennial Park
July 26- Sing along at Centennial Park
August activities TBA

Sprouting Memories with our Families with RVCS – Valemount
Aug 22nd Let’s harvest the plants we’ve been nurturing all summer long. No registration required for this activity for families and their young children. Further harvesting details to come later.

Infant Massage – Valemount
Come learn about the benefits and techniques for infant massage at 99 Gorse Street, RVCS on Wednesdays starting July 10 to August 28 from 10:30-11:30am. This program is subject to date changes. Registration is required as there are limited spaces available. Ages 0-12 months with an adult only (no siblings). Brought to you by the RVCS Infant Development Program. To register, please contact the office at [email protected] 250-566-9107 (Valemount) 250-569-2266 (McBride).

Robson Valley Music Festival – Dunster
Aug 16th-18th 2024. A family-friendly celebration of music, art and community, in Dunster BC, the heart of the Robson Valley. Huge line-up of local and international artists. Festival located on River Road. Weekend passes available for pre-purchase. Visit www.rvmf.ca for more info.

Puzzle Piece Pioneers – McBride
August 29 Come do a puzzle of the world and brush up on your world geography at 942 3rd Avenue, McBride from 1-3pm. Everyone is welcome. Drop in event. Bring your questions or technology you need support with also. 250-569-2266 / [email protected] for more info.

Valemount Marina Fishing Derby
Aug 31-Sept 1st 2024 Valemount Marina Association Annual Fishing Derby. Camping available at Griffin Sawmill, Yellowjacket and Horsey Creek.

Senior/Adult Programs

Cornhole Game McBride
Let’s have a blast with a game of Cornhole on Thursday, July 11 at 1pm-3pm at RVCS 942 3rd Avenue, McBride. Adults/seniors are welcome to join.

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

Donkeys n Donuts for Seniors – McBride
This popular event will now happen on Friday, August 2nd between 1-3pm. This is a drop in event for seniors/grandparents only. Due to the nature of the programs, it is for seniors to connect with animals as a therapeutic session.

Tech Café – McBride & Valemount
Are you looking for some basic tech help with your gadgets? We’re here to help! Join us in McBride on Thurs. July 4 from 11am-12pm and 1-3pm at 942 3rd Ave McBride. Adults/seniors welcome. No registration required. In Valemount Drop in at #16 – 1295 Gordon Road every Wednesday 10-noon. Any questions, contact Regena Bergen 250-566-4601.

Summer Walking Group – McBride
Join us for a walking group on Tuesdays throughout the summer. Whether you’re a seasoned walker or just starting out, our group welcomes everyone. Walking is not only great for your physical health but also fantastic way to meet others. This group runs July 2, 9 and 30, and again August 6, 13, 20 & 27 from 2-3pm beginning from 942 3rd Avenue, McBride. Adults/seniors welcome. Contact 250-569-2266 / [email protected] for more details.

Adult programs/events

Men’s Shed Meeting – McBride
Thursday, July 4th at 942 3rd Avenue in McBride. Join the guys at 3pm on the first Thursday each month. Men’s Shed Canada is a volunteer based organization that aims to improve the physical and mental health of men by giving them an opportunity to meet together, socialize, create projects, and find ways to help the community. No registration required. Email [email protected] for more info.

FRI July 5 Dunster Film Festival @ The Dunster Community Hall. Doors open @ 6:00pm. Show starts at 6:35pm. By donations for the Dunster Station Museum.

July 13th Christmas in July at Twin Peaks Resort. 11-4 60 Jack Adams Road.

Birch Tree Teachings
July 15th & 22nd, let’s get creative and learn about nature. Enjoy an afternoon of traditional teachings on the birch tree and its uses. Adults and seniors are welcome. Registration is required: 250-566-9107/[email protected]. Valemount: July 15th from 12-3pm at RVCS 99 Gorse Street. McBride: July 22nd from 12-3pm at RVCS 942 3rd Avenue.

MON JULY 15 12-3pm let’s get creative and learn about nature at RVCS 99 Gorse Street! Come out and enjoy an afternoon of traditional teachings on the birch tree and its uses. We will also make a craft from the bark. Adults and seniors are welcome. Registration is required: 250-566-9107 / [email protected].

Northwest Mud Racing Association Mud Races – Valemount
August 3rd & 4th, 2024, Join us at the Canoe River Campgrounds to watch the side by side 200ft mud drags, junior racers, blown alcohol dragsters, and the mega hill n’ hole trucks. Ear protection strongly advised. The front gate does have limited supply of ear protection for sale. Saturday Races start at 1pm. Sunday Races start at Noon. Spectator gates open at 11am on Saturday. Sunday they open at 10am. We race till each truck has made or attempted two passes.

Soapstone carving workshop – Dunster
August 4 10-5pm Soapstone Carving workshop with Lisa Day ($40). Limited space. Participants must be 13 years old and older. To register email [email protected]

Glass mosaics workshop – Dunster
August 11 10-4pm Glass Mosaics with Rea Chartier ($20). Limited space. Participants must be 13 years old and older. To register email [email protected]

Valemount Marina Fishing Derby
Aug 31-Sept 1st 2024 Valemount Marina Association Annual Fishing Derby. Camping available at Griffin Sawmill, Yellowjacket and Horsey Creek.

Annual Terry Fox Trek
August 24, 2024. Trek up Mount Terry Fox in Valemount, BC in support of cancer research! Three different routes available. Register at terryfox.org/all-events/mt-terry-fox-trek/

Sept.13-15 Fall Bike Fest happening over the weekend. A celebration of all things mountain biking. Shuttles, mini contests and social events. Please watch for the Valemount Bike Facebook page for a release of more information and ticket sales.

Pine Needle Baskets workshop – Dunster
September 22 10-4pm Pine Needle Baskets with Heather Zahn ($20). Limited space. Participants must be 13 years old and older. To register email [email protected]

Ongoing adult events

Fibre Artists
On Wednesdays the McBride Library host the Fibre Artists’ group 10am-12pm: come knit, sew or crochet with us! Beginners welcome. Online option available for anyone who would like to join us that way – call the library for info on 250 569 2411.

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

German Conversation Club
Join us on Wednesday mornings at the McBride Library for a fun German language conversational class with Lilly. All levels and abilities welcome, from beginners to advanced. For further details, call the library on 250 569 2411.

McBride Library Writing Group
Our Writing Group for adults meets every Friday afternoon 1:30-3pm. We tend to chat for the first 30 minutes about what we are working on, then we sit silently for an hour to write. Our writers are working on a range of things – novels, memoirs, poems, short stories, dissertations. Writing something? Come join us!

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.

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

Farmer’s Markets

Valemount Farmers Market
Thursdays at the Visitor Info Centre 4-7pm.

McBride Farmers Market
Fridays 11am-2pm. at the Pavilion in Steve Kolida Park. Make it Bake it Grow it or gently used items. Table space $10.00/ wk Children under 12 $2.00/wk. For further information contact Jackie Edwards 250 569 7101

Dunster Farmer’s Market
Saturdays at the Dunster Community Hall 11:00 to 1:00. Vendors welcome – no charge for table. Burger Concession. Bedding plants, baking, crafts, odds and ends, etc.. From JULY 6-SEPT 28.