Don't miss this week:
Saturday, March 3
United Way Free Family Swim
Come on out to a free family swim from 2-4 pm at Powell River Recreation Complex, sponsored by Powell River and District United Way. The free swims take place on the first Saturday of each month throughout 2018 and feature the complex’s inflatable sea snake. For more information, call 604.485.2891.
Monday, March 5
Relaxation and Gentle Movement for Chronic Pain Management
Do you have chronic pain? Benefit from gentle movement, breathing and relaxation exercises. Designed for people with pain, learn how simple movements can support you on your pain journey. Class conducted sitting on a chair. Drop-ins welcome. 10:30-11:30 am; Cranberry Seniors Centre. Free (or suggested $5 to $10 donation if you can). Also takes place Mondays March 12, 19 and 26.
Tuesday, March 6
Relaxation and Gentle Movement for Chronic Pain Management
Do you have chronic pain? Benefit from gentle movement, breathing and relaxation exercises. Designed for people with pain, learn how simple movements can support you on your pain journey. Call 604.485.2596 or register at t-fit.ca. Tuesdays 10:45-11:45 am at Nourish Studio. Mat provided. Sliding scale $5 to $15 per class. Drop-ins welcome. Also takes place Tuesday March 13, 20 and 27.
Saturday, March 3
Jazz Vespers
Jazz Vespers Music and Readings: A moment for contemplation and beauty, with national gold winners Take 5, takes place at 3 pm at Powell River United Church. The service is open to everyone. For more information, go to powellriverunitedchurch.org or call 604.485.5724.
Here are the other events happening Around Town this coming week and beyond:
Saturday, March 3
Powell River Festival of Performing Arts classical vocal solos will be performed beginning at 9:30 am at James Hall. A vocal master class, open to the public, will be held following the performances. A complete local festival program is available at powellriverperformingarts.org.
Kiwanis Club of Powell River will host a giant sale of books from 10 am-1 pm at 4943 Kiwanis Avenue. All money raised will be donated to Kathaumixw.
Powell River Public Library hosts a feminist zine lab to celebrate International Women’s Day early from 1-4 pm at the library, 6975 Alberni Street. For information, call 604.485.4796.
Sunday, March 4
Powell River Festival of Performing Arts welcomes strings adjudicator Michelle Bruce and participants from that discipline at 9 am in James Hall. Everyone is welcome to attend; entry is by donation.
Monday, March 5
Powell River Festival of Performing Arts speech arts sessions with adjudicator Deborah McGladdery take place at 9:30 am, 1 pm and 7 pm at Evergreen Theatre in Powell River Recreation Complex. Everyone is welcome to attend; entry is by donation.
ORCA Bus provides early-childhood fun and learning from 10 am-12 pm at Lund Community Hall with StrongStart on board. For information, call 604.485.2132.
Westview Baptist Church’s alpha film series continues with a dinner and the topic: Why did Jesus die? Start time is 6 pm at the church, 3676 Joyce Avenue. For more information, call 604.485.9607 or email [email protected].
Tuesday, March 6
Powell River Festival of Performing Arts final two speech arts sessions begin at 9:30 am and 1 pm at Evergreen Theatre in Powell River Recreation Complex. Everyone is welcome to attend; donations are welcome.
ORCA Bus provides early-childhood fun and learning from 10-11:30 am at Mowat Bay with City of Powell River on board. For information, call 604.485.2132.
Wednesday, March 7
Powell River Festival of Performing Arts dancers take to Evergreen Theatre stage at 9 am, 1 pm and 7 pm for the festival’s final component. Adjudicator Geraldine Potter (née Furrer) will oversee sessions, which are open to the public.
ORCA Bus provides early-childhood fun and learning from 9:30-11:30 am at Myrtle Point Golf Club with StrongStart on board. For information, call 604.485.2132.
Thursday, March 8
Powell River Festival of Performing Arts fourth session for dance begins at 9 am at Evergreen Theatre, followed by a master class. Both events are open to the public.
ORCA Bus provides early-childhood fun and learning from 10:30 am-12:30 pm at Town Centre Mall with StrongStart on board. For information, call 604.485.2132.
Beginner duplicate bridge lessons begin at 2:30 pm on Thursdays until March 15. Basic hand evaluation, bidding and defence will be introduced. Cost is $5 per lesson and includes weekly handouts and homework. For information, call Vivian at 604.485.4430 or [email protected].
Malaspina Art Society presents the opening night of Westcoast Colours, featuring artists Hanna Louise Brown and Felicia Joseph, from 7-9 pm at Malaspina Exhibition Centre, 7085 Nootka Street. The display will also be open from 8 am-6 pm Monday to Friday until April 3.
Friday, March 9
ORCA Bus provides early-childhood fun and learning from 9:30-11:30 am at Larry Gouthro Park with StrongStart on board. For information, call 604.485.2132.
Powell River Festival of the Performing Arts concludes with its Grand Concert at 7 pm in Evergreen Theatre, the venue for performances recommended by adjudicators and the festival committee. Tickets available at Powell River Academy of Music and the door; $15 and $10 for seniors and children under 16.
Friday, March 16
Powell River Public Library presents author Lou McKee reading from her new book, Klee Wyck Journal, at 7 pm at the library, 100-6975 Alberni Street. The book is about making a wilderness retreat and celebrating cabin life. For information, call 604.485.4796, extension 206.
Saturday, March 17
Powell River Farmers’ Agricultural Institute presents Seedy Saturday from 9:30 am-2:30 pm at Powell River Recreation Complex. Admission is $3 or free for children under 12 and seniors over 65. For information, call 604.487.1304 or email [email protected].
Lang Bay Hall hosts a crib tournament with play starting at 10 am at the hall, 11090 Highway 101. Cost is $15 and doors open at 9:30 am. Lunch will be provided. To register, call Kathy on March 1 at 604.483.1440.
Saturday, March 24
Powell River Public Library presents Tech Savvy: eBay at 1:30 pm at Gillies Bay Seniors Centre. Participants will discover the ins and outs of the world’s foremost e-commerce platform. To register, email Mark at [email protected] or call 604.485.4796, extension 206.
Tuesday, March 27
Powell River Public Library presents a Keva plank challenge from 10 am-3 pm at the library, 6975 Alberni Street. Ages 18 and under are welcome at the free, drop-in event, but children under age seven must be accompanied by an adult.
Thursday, March 29
Powell River Public Library presents Play with Puppets with Deb Zagwyn from 1:30-3 pm at the library. Participants learn how to create their own puppet productions. Ages 18 and under are welcome at the free, drop-in session, but children under age seven must be accompanied by an adult.
ONGOING
Senior Citizens Association of BC Branch 49
Bridge is played on Wednesdays from 10 am-12 pm and Fridays from 1-4 pm at Cranberry Seniors Centre. Other activities taking place at the centre include carpet bowling, crib, strength and balance exercises and Tai Chi. For more information, call 604.414.9456 or visit powellriverseniors.ca.
Sexual Awareness for Everyone
SAFE (Sexual Awareness for Everyone) Clinic offers free and confidential health services at Powell River Community Health, third floor, 5000 Joyce Avenue. For more information, or to book an appointment, call community health at 604.485.3310.
Sexual health clinic
Options for Sexual Health drop-in clinic will open from 5-7 pm on the first and third Thursday of each month at Powell River General Hospital, 5000 Joyce Avenue. Access low-cost birth control, counselling, health screening, pap tests and more.
Single Seniors
Single Seniors meet at 5 pm on the third Sunday of every month at Trinity Hall, United Church, 6932 Crofton Street. For information about the gatherings, which feature either a potluck or catered dinner, call 604.483.6658.
Soup Kitchen
St. Joseph's Hall hosts a soup kitchen from 12-1 pm every Friday. The hall is adjacent to Assumption Church on Glacier Street.
StrongStart
StrongStart early learning programs are available for children birth to pre-kindergarten at Kelly Creek Community School, James Thomson, Henderson and Westview elementary schools, and on the ORCA Bus. These are free drop-in sessions with snacks provided. Each child’s birth certificate is required for registration. For information, call Rita at 604.485.6271, ext 2244.
Sunshine Coast Cloggers
Sunshine Coast Cloggers meet at 6:30-8:30 pm on Wednesday evenings at Powell River Christian School.
Sunshine Speakers
Sunshine Speakers meet from 7-8:30 pm every Thursday at Oceanview Education Centre. Everyone is welcome to attend and join in the fun of losing the fear of public speaking. For information, call 604.485.2732.
Tai Chi
Taoist tai chi classes are held 10-11:30 am and 6:30-8 pm Wednesdays and 10-11:30 am on Saturdays at Trinity Hall, United Church.
Therapeutic Riding Association
Therapeutic Riding Association provides opportunities for volunteers to enjoy fresh air, exercise and guaranteed big smiles, 45 minutes a day or more, Monday to Thursday at Paradise Valley Exhibition Grounds. No experience is necessary, training is provided and hours are flexible. For more information, call Dusty at 604.485.0177.
Trail Riders Club
Powell River Trail Riders Club meets at 7:30 pm on the first Monday (except holidays) every month at the Paradise Exhibition Grounds clubhouse.
Tours
Townsite Heritage Society’s Townsite tours take place on an advanced-booking basis starting at Henderson House Museum, 6211 Walnut Street. For more information, email [email protected] or call 604.483.3901.
12 Steps
Circle of CARE (confidential, accepting, respectful, encouraging) is held from 7-9 pm every Wednesday at Elders/Cultural Centre, 4940 Salish Drive. The only requirement to attend is the desire for healthy relationships. For more information about this codependent’s anonymous group, call Robbi at 604.483.4474 or visit coda.org.
United Church
Powell River United Church holds Sunday services at 10:30 am every week at the church, 6932 Crofton Street.
Vintage Cars
Powell River Chapter of Vintage Car Club of Canada meets at 7:30 pm on the second Monday of each month at Westview Flying Club. Ownership not required, just interest. Occasionally, special functions are held at other locations. For information and location of the next meeting, call Doug at 604.413.2214.
Volunteering
Volunteer Powell River matches community volunteers with non-profit organizations and event organizers. To volunteer, call 604.485.2132, or drop in between 9:15 am-1 pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays above Rona Building Centre and beside Camber College, 4750 Joyce Avenue.
Weight loss
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) non-profit weight loss support group holds weekly meetings to provide information on nutrition, exercise and support for our members as they take off and keep off weight sensibly. For meeting times and locations or more information, contact Barb at 604.485.0025 or [email protected].
Wildwood Ratepayers’ Association
Wildwood Ratepayers’ Association meets at 7 pm on the second Thursday of each month at James Thomson Elementary School.
Aikido
Powell River Aikikai, self defence, the art of peace, instruction takes place every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. For information, call 604.483.4695 or email [email protected]. Sessions are provided by a Canadian Aikido Federation accredited instructor.
Air Cadets
22 Red Knight Powell River Air Cadets meets between 6:30-9:30 pm Thursdays at Timberlane Barracks.
Al Anon
Al Anon meets at 8 pm on Monday nights at Powell River United Church and 7:30 pm on Thursdays at the Lutheran Church. For more information, call 604.485.8474.
Art Studio
Powell River Fine Arts Club studio space is open daily at 5395 Timberlane Avenue. Members create pottery, quilting, weaving, spinning, mixed-media and painting crafts in a supportive, cooperative and fun environment with mentoring and good fellowship. New members are welcome. For information, call 604.483.3586.
Art Society
Malaspina Art Society meets from 6-7 pm on the first Tuesday of each month, excluding July and August at Vancouver Island University, 7085 Nootka Street.
Bagpipes and Drums
Clansman Pipe Band offers free bagpipe and drum lessons to potential band members of all ages. Student pipers buy their own practice chanter and tutor book. Drumming students buy a practice pad and sticks. Band uniform will be provided. For information, call pipe major Ian Richmond at 604.344.2200.
Back Country Horsemen
Back Country Horsemen of BC, Powell River, meets on the first Friday of every month at a location to be decided. Everyone welcome to attend. For more information, call 604.487.9182.
Beavers
First Powell River Beavers meets from 6-7 pm on Wednesdays at 5393 Timberlane Avenue for boys aged five to seven. For more information, call Tina Bevans at 604.483.9634.
Boxing
Powell River Boxing Club opens for sparring, training and the use of speed bags, heavy bags, skip ropes and exercise equipment from 5-7 pm Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at Oceanview Educational Centre. Admission is free or by donation. For more information, call Les at 604.485.7095.
Breastfeeding
Parent-led breastfeeding support group meets 10 am-12 pm on the last Monday of each month at Family Place, Town Centre Mall. Anyone interested in breastfeeding information and support is welcome to attend. For more information, call 604.485.2706.
Breast Cancer Survivors
Breast Cancer Survivors’ exercise group meets from 4-5:30 pm every Monday except holidays at 7053B Glacier Street. This is an exercise group for breast cancer survivors. For more information, call Lorraine at 604.485.6114 or Delores at 604.485.2420.
Camera Club
Malaspina Camera Club meets at 7 pm on the third Wednesday of each month in the community room at Westview Elementary School. For more information, call Niels Voss at 604.485.6963 or Steven Grover at 604.485.5333.
Canadian Council of the Blind
Canadian Council of the Blind meets at 2 pm on the second Wednesday of each month at Kiwanis Club of Powell River, 4943 Kiwanis Avenue. For information, call Rudy at 604.485.5545.
Carlson Community Club
Carlson Community Club hosts charity bingo every Monday (except stat holidays). Doors and concession open at 5 pm with bingo starting at 6 pm at 4463 Joyce Avenue. Everybody is welcome to support local charities while having fun playing bingo. For more information, call 604.485.4571.
Carlson Community Club hosts fish and chips night every Wednesday, 5-7 pm at 4463 Joyce Avenue. This event is open to everybody. For more information, call 604.485.4571.
Carlson Community Club hosts steak night every Friday, 5 pm-7 pm at 4463 Joyce Avenue. This event is open to everybody. For more information, call 604.485.4571.
Chamber of Commerce
Powell River Chamber of Commerce hosts monthly luncheons with guest speakers. Everyone welcome. For more information, or to receive monthly email invites to chamber events, call the chamber office at 604.485.4051, email [email protected] or visit powellriverchamber.com.
Choirs
Powell River Chorus holds rehearsals at 7:30 pm every Wednesday in James Hall at Powell River Academy of Music, 7280 Kemano Street. For more information, call Janice Gunn at 604.485.3825.
Spirit of Community Choir gets together from 7-8:15 pm on Thursdays at Powell River Academy of Music, 7280 Kemano Street. Everyone is welcome to attend and join in.
Cinch Games
Cinch card games are played weekly at 7 pm on Mondays at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 164, 6811 Alexander Street. Newcomers are welcome to attend.
Community Coalition
Powell River Community Coalition meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 7 pm in room 152 at Vancouver Island University.
Community Foundation
Powell River Community Foundation provides a guest speaker to appear at community organization meetings. To arrange for a speaker leave a message at 604.483.8678, or email [email protected]. A volunteer will call back to discuss a date and answer questions about the foundation and its local contribution.
Community Health
Powell River Community Health holds a youth clinic from 3:30-5:30 pm every Tuesday at Powell River General Hospital, third floor, 5000 Joyce Avenue. This clinic offers free and confidential health services to youth. For more information, call 604.485.3310.
Concert Band
Powell River Community Concert Band, directed by Roy Carson, meets 7:30-9 pm Thursdays in the Brooks Secondary School band room, 5400 Marine Avenue. Students and adults with basic musical experience on brass, reed or percussion instruments are needed and welcome. For information, call Read or Hanna at 604.485.5971.
Cranberry Community Hall Association
Cranberry Hall provides an affordable, versatile space for meetings and events at 6828 Cranberry Street. A song circle takes place on the second Sunday of each month and an acoustic coffeehouse takes place on the last Sunday by donation. For times or information, email [email protected] or go to cranhall.org.
Crib
Wednesday evening cribbage takes place at 7 pm at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 164, upper level. For more information, call 604.483.1642.
Thursday evening crib club games start at 7 pm at Lang Bay Hall. For more information, call 604.578.8465.
Cubs
First Powell River Cubs meets from 7-8:30 pm on Thursdays at 5393 Timberlane Avenue for boys aged eight to 10. For more information, call Donna Shaw at 604.483.2088.
Dart Association
Powell River Dart Association holds dart nights at 7:30 pm every Monday at Royal Canadian Legion Powell River Branch 164. The association is looking for new players.
Duplicate Bridge Club
Powell River Duplicate Bridge Club plays three times a week, including 9:30 am on Mondays, 7 pm on Tuesdays and 2 pm on Thursdays at the Alano Club, 5903 Arbutus Street. For more information, call 604.485.4430.
Faith Lutheran Church
Faith Lutheran Church food cupboard is open from 12-1 pm on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month, 4811 Ontario Avenue.
Everyone on any journey of faith is welcome to worship beginning at 10 am on Sundays at Faith Lutheran Church, corner of Ontario Avenue and Alberni Street. Everyone is welcome.
Forest Wardens
Junior Forest Wardens meets at 7 pm on Wednesdays at Edgehill Elementary School. For more information, call Mickey McCracken at 604.487.9482.
Garden Club
Powell River Garden Club meets at 7 pm on the fourth Tuesday of every month January to June and September to November at Cranberry Seniors Centre, corner of Manson Avenue and Cranberry Street, for an enjoyable evening with interesting garden information, tea and coffee, exchanges and community support.
Genealogy
Powell River Genealogy group meets from 6:30-8:30 pm on the last Sunday of every month with an aim to obtain resource material and help interested persons begin their own family history. Everyone is welcome to attend. For more information, call Alice McNair at 604.414.5733.
Girl Guides
Girl Guides of Canada meet Wednesdays at Henderson Elementary School. Sparks, ages five and six, meet from 4-5 pm. Brownies, ages seven and eight, meet from 5-6:30 pm. Girls nine through 15 meet from 6:30-8:30 pm. For information, call 604.483.3234.
Girl Guides of Canada, Kelly Creek, meet from 4-5:30 pm every Wednesday at Kelly Creek Community Church, 2380 Zilinsky Road. For more information, call Pat Lewis at 604.487.9238.
Knitted Knockers
Knitted Knockers are available on Tuesdays from 11 am-12 pm at the Powell River Hospital Foundation office, 5000 Joyce Avenue. For information, call Shirley Koleszar at 604.485.5540.
Kiwanis Club
Kiwanis Club of Powell River meets at 7 pm on the first and third Tuesday of each month. For location and more information, call 604.578.8465.
Library
Powell River Public Library presents Kid’s Writing Group for ages eight to 10 from 3-4 pm on Fridays at the library. The one-hour, drop-in group will explore writing through exercises, discussion and more. For more information, contact Megan at 604.485.4796 or [email protected].
Powell River Public Library presents Young Writer’s Writing Group for ages 11 and up from 4-5 pm on Fridays at the library. Participants will learn new skills and practice writing in a welcoming, inclusive environment. No registration required. For more information, contact Megan at 604.485.4796 or [email protected].
Powell River Public Library hosts free board game nights from 5-8 pm every Wednesday and Friday at the library, 100-6975 Alberni Street. Open to all ages. Participants under age 10 must be accompanied by an adult. No registration necessary. Call 604.485.4796 or email [email protected] for more information.
Join lively and animated discussions with Powell River Public Library’s afternoon book club from 1:30-2:30 pm on the third Thursday of each month at the library. Membership is open to all. For more information, call 604.485.4796.
Powell River Public Library presents Zine Lab for ages eight and up from 3:30-4:30 pm on Tuesdays at the library. Participants will combine old and new technology to create their own homemade magazines. For more information, contact Megan at 604.485.4796 or [email protected].
Lions Club
Lions Club meetings are held at 7 pm on the first and third Wednesday of every month at Snickers Restaurant on Marine Avenue. For more information, call Dean Gerhart at 604.485.9288.
MS Support
Cranberry Seniors’ Centre hosts MS Support Group meetings at 10 am on the second Monday of each month. For more information, call 604.485.2037.
Narcotics Anonymous
Narcotics Anonymous holds meetings at 7 pm every Friday in room 3018, Powell River General Hospital, 5000 Joyce Avenue. An addict, any addict, can stop using drugs, lose the desire to use, and find a new way to live.
Pain Support
People in Pain holds People in Pain Support Group meeting from 2-4 pm on the first Tuesday of each month at Powell River General Hospital in the meeting room downstairs next to the cafeteria. Admission is free. For information, call Sandra at 604.223.1701.
Parenting
Parents Together takes place from 7-9 pm on Tuesdays at Cranberry Child Development Centre, 6831 Artaban Street. Parents who are concerned about their teenage children’s choices or unsure how to support their teenage children are welcome. For information or to register, call 604.483.4042, extension 207, or email [email protected].
Pasta Dinners
Powell River United Church hosts pasta dinners from 4:30-6 pm on Mondays at the church, 6932 Crofton Street. Admission is free but donations are accepted.
Powell River 4-H Clubs
4-H Clubs are accepting new members ages 9 to 19 for regular project work. Projects available are Cloverbuds (ages 6 to 8), sewing, crafting, foods and animals. Each club meets on different days. For more information, call Maureen Venables at 604.485.4534 or Helena Rogers at 604.485.5200.
Powell River Women in Business
Powell River Women in Business events are held at 7 pm on the third Wednesday of each month; members and non-members are welcome For details, go to prwomeninbusiness.com.
Radio Club
Powell River Amateur Radio Club and Powell River Amateur Repeater Society meet at 7 pm on the second Wednesday of each month at Westview Flying Club. Emergency Radio Communication Unit meets at 7 pm on the last Wednesday of the month. New members are welcome. For information, email [email protected].
Powell River Amateur Radio Club provides support to obtain a HAM radio operator licence. Morse code is not needed to obtain a licence and there is an accredited examiner in Powell River. For more information, call 604.223.4345 or email [email protected].
Reach to Recovery
Reach to Recovery provides hospital and home visits to recently diagnosed breast cancer patients. Service offers one-on-one counselling with trained counsellors for anyone who has been diagnosed with breast cancer, and provides information. For more information, call Lorraine at 604.485.6114 or Leslie at 604.483.9120.
Red Hat Society
Powell River Sunshine Pearls, members of the Red Hat Society, meet for lunch on the third Tuesday of every month. The chapter is seeking new members who wish to have fun and frivolity. For more information, call Louise at 604.485.7444 or Irene at 604.485.3882.
Rotary Club of Powell River
Rotary Club of Powell River Sunrise meets 7:15-8:15 am Tuesdays at Town Centre Hotel. Be a guest and listen to interesting speakers on a variety of topics. No fee to attend as a guest. For information, contact Kim Miller at 604.485.4051.
Rotary Club of Powell River meets at 6:30 pm on Wednesdays at Julie’s Airport Café. To make a difference in the community, join the club.
Salvation Army
Salvation Army and Lighthouse Community Church presents Faith Weaver Friends from 6:30-8 pm Wednesdays at Salvation Army. Features include games, music and snack-it cafe. Cost is $15 per child or $25 per family for one year. Everyone is welcome. For more information, call 604.414.7243.
Everyone is welcome to attend and sing hymns at 10:30 am Sundays at the church, 4500 Joyce Avenue. Voices will be accompanied by piano or organ. For more information, call 604.485.6067.
Scottish Country Dancing
Scottish country dancing is held from 6:45-9 pm every Monday in the Westview Elementary School gym. This form of dancing is usually done with sets of six or eight people. For more information, call 604.485.6801.
Scouts
First Powell River Scouts meet from 7-9 pm on Mondays at 5393 Timberlane Avenue for boys age 11 to 14. For more information, call Tina Bevans at 604.483.9634.
