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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].
THU Ozalenka Alpine Club AGM is scheduled April 25 2024 7PM@ 365 Lamming Pit Road. Anyone is welcome to attend and become a member.
FRI Apr 26 – Meet at 9:30am to walk along the Marsh boardwalk
FRI Robson Valley Spay and Neuter Society Annual General Meeting at 7pm. Please contact Wendy at 250-566-9706 for zoom link. Everyone welcome!
TUES APR 30 seniors are invited to join us for Nature Day in Valemount. From 11:00AM to 3:00PM at Cedarside Regional Park (4.2km South of Valemount). We will enjoy a day of outdoor games, nature walks, storytelling, and a campfire. Registration is required. Contact RVCS 250-566-9107 or [email protected] by Apr 26th to sign up!
WED MAY 1 bring your 24-48 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].
WED MAY 8 from 10am-12pm at 99 Gorse St., the RVCS Anti Violence team would like to send out an open invitation to a gender inclusive event: Do’s and Do’nuts of Dating. In support of Sexualized Violence Prevention Month, let’s spark conversation about healthy dating and equality within relationships. No registration is required for this drop-in event. This will be a respectful, confidential safe space for discussion. More info 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.
TUES 12pm -2pm Telling our Life Stories Free six week writing program. Lunch included.Registration required, spaces limited. In partnership with Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy. Call Valemount Public Library 250-566-4367
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 29- Play at Steve Kolida Park
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 24-48 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].
FRI MAY 10 from 10am-12pm at 942 3rd Avenue, the RVCS Anti Violence team would like to send out an open invitation to a gender inclusive event: Do’s and Do’nuts of Dating. In support of Sexualized Violence Prevention Month, let’s spark conversation about healthy dating and equality within relationships. No registration is required for this drop-in event. This will be a respectful, confidential safe space for discussion. More info please call 250-569-2266 or email [email protected].
SAT May 11 Annual Spring Trunk Sale & Vendor Market hosted by the McBride Chamber of Commerce. 10-2 Junk in the Trunk Vendors – vendors sell from the trunk of their cars or the back of a pick up truck second hand items.
Craft Vendors – been crafting all Winter and looking for an avenue to sell, here is your chance.
$10 per parking spot & the money goes into the budget for future Chamber community events. Spaces are limited and they go fast so book your spot now be either sending me a message or dropping into Mountain View Boutique downtown McBride.
FRI June 14 McBride 2&5km Color Fun Run/Walk/Wheel @ 1pm at the Elementary School. 8 week training begins April 22 Contack Jodie Lukow for more information 250-230-8035.
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
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.
THURS – every first Thursday of each month join members for another Men’s Shed McBride meeting at 942 3rd Ave at 3pm. Men’s Shed aims to improve members’ physical and mental health through a safe and friendly environment where men can work on meaningful projects, at their own pace and in the company of other men. We welcome a diverse and inclusive community! Email [email protected] for more 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.
Blue River
May 1st-31st It’s “May Madness” in Blue River — residents will be holding yard sales throughout the month! Items for sale will include furniture, antiques, and some vehicles. Call Norma at 250 673-8230 for more information
SUN May 5th Town Clean-Up Day at Blue River Community Hall. Hot dogs and hamburgers will be provided, and there will be tables set up for people to participate in a yard sale. Bring some cash and be ready for a day of cleaning up around town!
