Here's what's happening around town this week:
FRIDAY
Senior Citizens Association, Branch 49, Powell River holds a ham dinner 5:30 pm Friday, October 26, Barowsky Place at Cranberry Seniors’ Centre. Doors open 4:30 pm. Tickets $10 for members, $15 for non-members available from Joan 604.485.2700.
James Thomson Elementary School Halloween Carnival will take place from 5 to 8 pm on Friday, October 26. All community members are welcome to attend. There will be fun for all ages.
Howe Sound Rehabilitation Services and Community Living British Columbia hosts skating with friends from 7 to 8 pm on Friday, October 26 at Powell River Recreation Complex rink. Admission is free and event is to recognize October as community living month.
STARTS FRIDAY
Doors creak open on Henderson Haunted Holidays at 6:30 pm Friday and Saturday, October 26 and 27, Henderson Elementary School. Admission is $5 per head. Not recommended for children under nine years of age. All money raised goes to school PAC for students. Event is run by volunteers.
SATURDAY
Pumpkin Fest takes place from 11 am to 3 pm on Saturday, October 27 at Town Centre Mall. This free event is sponsored by Staples, Save-On-Foods and Town Centre Mall merchants. For more information, readers can contact Bill Hopkins 604.414.0857, [email protected].
Carlson Community Club hosts a Halloween Dance with Stage II at 8:30 pm on Saturday, October 27. The dance is known for elaborate decorations and this year organizers present Hell. There is no cover charge for this event.
SUNDAY
Powell River Genealogy Group will host a genealogy workshop course from 9 am to 4 pm on Sunday, October 28 at Cranberry Seniors’ Centre. For more information readers can contact Shirley Lee 604.485.4781 or visit www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~bcprgg.
Carlson Community Club hosts a children’s party for pre-teens, 11 am to 1 pm Sunday, October 28. Hot dogs, candy and games will be provided free of charge. Attendees must pre-register by calling 604.485.4364.
Still time to join the Alpha Course 5:30 pm Sunday, October 28, Westview Baptist Church, 3676 Joyce Avenue. Dinner is provided by donation. For more information, readers can contact Margaret Cooper 604.485.2143, [email protected].
CONTINUES MONDAY
Lions Club’s Coats for Kids and Families drop off takes place throughout October at Town Centre Mall office, Westview Baptist Church and Salvation Army. People are asked to provide clean clothing only.
Malaspina Art Society’s trash mask community exhibition is on display during university hours until Tuesday, November 6 in the foyer at Vancouver Island University.
Applications for Christmas Cheer Hampers are available at the following locations: Black Point Store, Lang Bay Store, Town Centre Mall office, Powell River Community Resource Centre and Salvation Army. Deadline for applications is Saturday, December 8.
MONDAY
StrongStart outreach drop-in for children zero to five years and their caregivers will take place from 10 am to noon on Monday, October 29 at Lund Community Hall.
Youth Resource Centre hosts Halloween dinner club 4 to 6 pm, girls’ group 4:30 to 5:30 pm and art café 7 to 9 pm, Monday, October 29, 4746 Joyce Avenue. Centre open to all youth aged 13 to 18 years.
TUESDAY
Museum Talks presents guest speaker Wolfgang Goudriaan, 12:15 to 1 pm Tuesday, October 30 at Powell River Historical Museum and Archives. Free admission, everyone welcome. Coffee, tea and cookies will be provided. This well-known chef and cooking instructor will talk about his life and work.
Youth Resource Centre will host a YRC snacks and planning committee meeting, 3:30 to 5 pm, Tuesday, October 30, 4746 Joyce Avenue. Centre open to all youth aged 13 to 18 years.
WEDNESDAY
StrongStart outreach drop-in for children zero to five years and their caregivers will take place 9:30 to 11:30 am on Wednesday, October 31 at Lang Bay Hall.
Northgate Foursquare Church will host Candy Carnival for Kids from 6 to 8 pm on Wednesday, October 31 at 4640 Manson Avenue. Carnival games, cookies, Bible stories and candy will be available. For more information readers can contact Pastor Katie Alescio 604.485.6116.
THURSDAY
Options for Sexual Health drop-in clinic available from 5 to 7 pm, Thursday, November 1, Public Health entrance, Powell River General Hospital, third floor, 5000 Joyce Avenue. Low-cost birth control, counselling, health screening, pap tests and more available.
Youth Resource Centre hosts youth committee meeting, 5 to 6 pm, followed by dinner, your choice activity, 7 to 9 pm, Thursday, November 1, 4746 Joyce Avenue. Centre open to all youth aged 13 to 18 years.
Powell River Academy of Music Concert Series presents Ariel Barnes, cello, 7:30 pm Thursday, November 1, Academy Hall. Tickets $20 for adults, free admission for students 18 and under with voucher. For more information readers can call Academy Box Office, 7280 Kemano Street, 604.485.9633, Monday to Thursday www.powellriveracademy.org.
FRIDAY
StrongStart outreach drop-in for children zero to five years and their caregivers will take place from 11 am to 2 pm Fridays, November 2, 16, 30 and December 14 at Texada Island School in Van Anda.
Youth Resource Centre will host a masquerade party and dance from 6 to 10 pm, Friday, November 2 at 4746 Joyce Avenue. This is a free event with cheap concession. Centre is open to all youth aged 13 to 18 years.
Ongoing
November 5
StrongStart outreach drop-in for children zero to five years and their caregivers will take place from 10 am to noon on Mondays, November 5, 19, 26, December 3, 10 and 17 at Lund Community Hall.
November 6
Volunteer Powell River (VPR) hosts Marketing on a Shoestring: Strategies for community-based organizations, at 7 pm on Tuesday, November 6, Cranberry Seniors’ Centre. Participation costs $25 for VPR members, $35 for non-members. To register, readers can call 604.485.2132 or [email protected].
November 7
StrongStart outreach drop-in for children zero to five years and their caregivers will take place 9:30 to 11:30 am on Wednesdays, November 7, 14, 21, 28, December 5, 12, 19 at Lang Bay Hall.
November 9
StrongStart outreach drop-in for children zero to five years and their caregivers will take place from 9:30 to 11:30 am Fridays, November 9, 23, December 7, 21 at 6952 Courtenay Street (church basement).
Martinis for a Good Cause, sponsored by The Knack, takes place at 8 pm on Friday, November 9 at River City Coffee. Advance tickets $25 at The Knack. Attendees must be 19 years or older. Proceeds support Powell River’s Salvation Army. Attendees are asked not to drink and drive.
Starts November 9
Canadian Diabetes Association will lead six healthy cooking sessions called Food Skills For Families starting 10:30 am to 1:30 pm Friday, November 9 and repeating every Friday for six weeks, at Community Resource Centre, 4752 Joyce Avenue. These are free sessions. Participants to call 604.485.0992 to register.
November 10
Powell River United Church will hold its Christmas bake sale and tea from noon to 3 pm on Saturday, November 10 at Trinity Hall. Everyone is welcome to attend.
November 11
Spiritual Café takes place 2 to 4 pm Sunday, November 11, at Cranberry Seniors’ Centre, 6792 Cranberry Street. This month’s topic will be “who am I?” For more information, readers can call 604.483.9277 or 604.483.6523 or email [email protected].
November 13
Senior Citizens Association of BC, Branch 49, will hold its noon soup and sandwich followed at 1 pm with a general meeting on Tuesday, November 13 in Barowsky Place, Cranberry Seniors’ Centre. Speaker after lunch will talk about DriveABLE.
Volunteer Powell River (VPR) hosts Strategies for Personal Leadership Growth and Building a Leadership Legacy, at 7 pm on Tuesday, November 13, Cranberry Seniors’ Centre. Participation costs $25 for VPR members, $35 for non-members. To register, readers can call 604.485.2132 or [email protected].
November 14
StrongStart outreach drop-in for children zero to five years and their caregivers will take place 9:30 to 11:30 am on Wednesdays, November 14, 21, 28, December 5, 12, 19 at Lang Bay Hall.
November 15
Options for Sexual Health drop-in clinic available from 5 to 7 pm, Thursday, November 15, Public Health entrance, Powell River General Hospital, third floor, 5000 Joyce Avenue. Low-cost birth control, counselling, health screening, pap tests and more available.
Malaspina Land Conservancy Society will hold its annual general meeting from 7 to 8:30 pm, Thursday, November 15 at 3852 Gordon Avenue. Current, old and new members are welcome. For more information, readers can call Janet 604.485.0077 or visit http://malaspinaland.ca.
November 16
StrongStart outreach drop-in for children zero to five years and their caregivers will take place from 11 am to 2 pm Fridays, November 16, 30 and December 14 at Texada Island School in Van Anda.
November 17
Eastern Star Fall Bazaar and lunch takes place between 11 am and 2 pm on Saturday, November 17 at Powell River United Church, Trinity Hall, Michigan Avenue at Duncan Street. Bazaar is free, lunch is $6. Everyone is welcome to attend.
November 19
StrongStart outreach drop-in for children zero to five years and their caregivers will take place from 10 am to noon on Mondays, November 19, 26, December 3, 10 and 17 at Lund Community Hall.
November 21
StrongStart outreach drop-in for children zero to five years and their caregivers will take place 9:30 to 11:30 am on Wednesdays, November 21, 28, December 5, 12, 19 at Lang Bay Hall.
November 23
StrongStart outreach drop-in for children zero to five years and their caregivers will take place from 9:30 to 11:30 am Fridays, November 23, December 7, 21 at 6952 Courtenay Street (church basement).
Powell River Association for Community Living 17th annual Festival of Trees lighting of the trees takes place 7 pm, Friday, November 23 at Town Centre Mall. Refreshments and carol singing by Spirit of Community Choir will take place. Attendance is by donation.
Starts November 23
Powell River Association for Community Living presents the 17th annual Festival of Trees Friday, November 23 to 30. Events are held at Town Centre Mall and Beach Gardens Resort. For more information readers can visit www.pracl.ca.
November 24
Powell River Association for Community Living 17th annual Festival of Trees family fun day drop-in takes place between 10 am and 2 pm, Saturday, November 24 at Town Centre Mall. Games, crafts and fun available. Attendance is by donation.
November 26
StrongStart outreach drop-in for children zero to five years and their caregivers will take place from 10 am to noon on Mondays, November 26, December 3, 10 and 17 at Lund Community Hall.
ALS support meeting takes place from noon to 2 pm on Monday, November 26 at 4536 Willingdon Avenue. All people affected by ALS (patients, family, friends) are welcome to attend. This month’s guest speaker is Linda deVries who will be talking about grief and hope.
November 27
Powell River Association for Community Living 17th annual Festival of Trees seniors’ tea takes place at 2 pm, Tuesday, November 27 at Town Centre Mall. Enjoy a cup of tea and Christmas goodies among beautifully decorated trees. Attendance is by donation.
November 28
StrongStart outreach drop-in for children zero to five years and their caregivers will take place 9:30 to 11:30 am on Wednesdays, November 28, December 5, 12, 19 at Lang Bay Hall.
November 29
Malaspina Naturalists Club hosts David Bedry to speak about and present nature photography at 7:30 pm, Thursday, November 29, Trinity Hall, United Church, corner of Michigan Avenue and Duncan Street. Doors open 7 pm, refreshments available. Everyone is welcome to attend. For more information, readers can call Janet 604.485.0077.
November 30
StrongStart outreach drop-in for children zero to five years and their caregivers will take place from 11 am to 2 pm Fridays, November 30 and December 14 at Texada Island School in Van Anda.
Powell River Association for Community Living 17th annual Festival of Trees gala dinner, dance and live auction takes place 5:30 pm, Friday, November 30 at Beach Gardens Resort and Marina. Tickets $50 available at Town Centre Mall office or PRACL office. To reserve table, call 604.485.6411 ext. 232.
December 3
StrongStart outreach drop-in for children zero to five years and their caregivers will take place from 10 am to noon on Mondays December 3, 10 and 17 at Lund Community Hall.
December 5
StrongStart outreach drop-in for children zero to five years and their caregivers will take place 9:30 to 11:30 am on Wednesdays, December 5, 12, 19 at Lang Bay Hall.
December 6
Options for Sexual Health drop-in clinic available from 5 to 7 pm, Thursday, December 6, Public Health entrance, Powell River General Hospital, third floor, 5000 Joyce Avenue. Low-cost birth control, counselling, health screening, pap tests and more available.
December 7
StrongStart outreach drop-in for children zero to five years and their caregivers will take place from 9:30 to 11:30 am Fridays, December 7, 21 at 6952 Courtenay Street (church basement).
Starts December 7
Powell River Academy of Music Concert Series presents Carols by Candlelight, with Ellen Wang, organ, 7:30 pm Friday, December 7, and 1:30 and 7:30 pm Saturday, December 8. Tickets $20. For information readers can call Academy Box Office, 7280 Kemano Street, 604.485.9633, Monday to Thursday www.powellriveracademy.org.
December 10
StrongStart outreach drop-in for children zero to five years and their caregivers will take place from 10 am to noon on Mondays December 10 and 17 at Lund Community Hall.
December 12
StrongStart outreach drop-in for children zero to five years and their caregivers will take place 9:30 to 11:30 am on Wednesdays, December 12, 19 at Lang Bay Hall.
December 14
StrongStart outreach drop-in for children zero to five years and their caregivers will take place from 11 am to 2 pm Friday, December 14 at Texada Island School in Van Anda.
December 17
StrongStart outreach drop-in for children zero to five years and their caregivers will take place from 10 am to noon on Monday, December 17 at Lund Community Hall.
December 19
StrongStart outreach drop-in for children zero to five years and their caregivers will take place 9:30 to 11:30 am on Wednesday, December 19 at Lang Bay Hall.
December 20
Options for Sexual Health drop-in clinic available from 5 to 7 pm, Thursday, December 20, Public Health entrance, Powell River General Hospital, third floor, 5000 Joyce Avenue. Low-cost birth control, counselling, health screening, pap tests and more available.
Powell River Academy of Music presents Chor Musica Men’s Choir Christmas Concert, 7:30 pm Thursday, December 20 at Academy Hall. Tickets are $17 per seat. For more information readers can call the Academy Box Office, 7280 Kemano Street, 604.485.9633, Monday to Thursday or visit www.PowellRiverAcademy.org.
December 21
StrongStart outreach drop-in for children zero to five years and their caregivers will take place from 9:30 to 11:30 am Friday, December 21 at 6952 Courtenay Street (church basement).
ONGOING
Wheelchair Basketball
Ravens Wheelchair Basketball hosts drop-in action from 4 to 6 pm, Fridays at Oceanview Middle School gym. Chairs are provided for participants.
Wildwood Ratepayers
Wildwood Ratepayers meet at 7 pm every fourth Thursday at James Thomson Elementary School.
Youth Resource Centre
Youth Resource Centre provides a youth-friendly space for all youth aged 13 to 18 years, open 3 to 9 pm every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, 4746 Joyce Avenue.
Youth Resource Centre Mondays include dinner club from 4 to 6 pm, book club 4 to 5 pm and art cafe 7 to 9 pm, 4746 Joyce Avenue. Drop-in available from 3 to 9 pm every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday.
Youth Resource Centre Wednesdays include young photographers 5 to 6 pm, recreational activity 6:30 to 8:30 pm at 4746 Joyce Avenue. The centre provides a youth-friendly space for all youth ages 13 to 18 from 3 to 9 pm every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday.
12 Steps
Circle of CARE (confidential, accepting, respectful, encouraging) is held from 7 to 9 pm every Wednesday at Elders/Cultural Centre, 4940 Salish Drive. For more information about this codependents anonymous group, readers can call Robbi 604.483.4474 or visit www.coda.org. The only requirement to attend is the desire for healthy relationships.
Aikido
Powell River Aikikai, self defence, the art of peace, instruction every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. For more information interested readers can 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 and 9:30 pm Thursdays at Timberlane Barracks.
Al Anon
Al Anon meets at 8 pm on Monday nights at the Powell River United Church and 7:30 pm on Thursdays at the Lutheran Church. For more information, readers can call 604.485.8474.
Art Society
Malaspina Art Society meets at 7 pm on the first Monday of the month at Quality Foods Conference Room.
Back Country Horsemen
Back Country Horsemen of BC, Powell River, meets on the first Friday of every month at a location to be decided. Interested readers can call 604.487.9182 for more information. Everybody welcome to attend.
Beavers
First Powell River Beavers meets from 6 to 7 pm on Wednesdays at 5393 Timberlane Avenue for boys aged five to seven. For more information, readers can call Tina Bevans at 604.483.9634.
Boxing
Powell River Boxing starts at 4:30 Monday, Wednesday and Friday each week at Oceanview Middle School. Sessions are free and everyone is welcome. For more information, readers can call Les Vegas at 604.485.7095.
Breast Cancer Support
Powell River Breast Cancer Support Group meets from 4 to 5:30 pm every Monday except holidays at 7053b Glacier Street. This is an exercise group for breast cancer survivors. For more information, interested readers can contact Lorraine at 604.485.6114 or Delores 604.487.9279.
Breastfeeding
La Leche League, Powell River breastfeeding support group meets 10 am to noon 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, readers can call Lynne at 604.487.4418.
Camera Club
Malaspina Camera Club meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 7 pm at Vancouver Island University. For more information readers can contact Niels Voss at 604.485.6963.
Canadian Council for the Blind
Canadian Council for the Blind club meets at 2 pm on the second Wednesday of every month, except December, May, July and August, at Cranberry Seniors’ Centre, 6792 Cranberry Street. Anyone encountering vision loss is welcome to join. For more information, readers can call May 604.485.3023 or Geraldine 604.485.5028.
Carlson Community Club
Carlson Community Club holds charity bingo every Monday (except Stat Holidays). Doors and concession open at 5 pm with bingo starting at 6:15 pm at 4463 Joyce Avenue. Everybody is welcome to support local charities while having fun playing bingo. For more information, people can call 604.485.4571.
Carlson Community Club holds fish and chips night every Wednesday, 5 to 7 pm at 4463 Joyce Avenue. This event is open to everybody. For more information, people can call 604.485.4571.
Carlson Community Club holds steak night every Friday, 5 pm to 7 pm at 4463 Joyce Avenue. This event is open to everybody. For more information, people can 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, readers can contact the chamber office at 604.485.4051 or [email protected], or visit www.powellriverchamber.com.
Christian Meditation
Christian meditation group meets at 9:30 am on Fridays. The group will follow the teaching of Father John Main, OSB (1926-1982). Registration is required. Call Joan at 604.483.3118. The location will be given upon registration.
Cinch Games
Cinch card games are played weekly at 7 pm on Mondays at the Royal Canadian Legion branch 164, Alexander Street. Newcomers are welcome to attend. For more information readers can visit www.cinchgame.net or call 604.485.5504.
Clansman Pipe Band
Clansman Pipe Band offers free bagpipe and drum lessons to potential band members. Student pipers purchase their own practice chanter and tutor books, and drumming students purchase a practice pad and sticks. Band uniform is provided. For further information, readers can contact pipe major Ian Richmond at 604.483.9673.
Community Coalition
Powell River Community Coalition meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 7 pm in room 152 of Vancouver Island University.
Community Foundation
Powell River Community Foundation provides a guest speaker to appear at community organization meetings. To arrange for a speaker, readers can 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 to 5:30 pm every Tuesday at the Powell River General Hospital, third floor, 5000 Joyce Avenue. This clinic offers free and confidential health services to youth. For more information, readers can phone 604.485.3310.
Concert Band
Powell River Community Concert Band, directed by Walter Martella, meets at 7:30 pm on Thursdays at Academy Hall, 7320 Kemano Street. Students and adults with basic musical experience on brass, reed or percussion instruments are needed and welcome. For more information, readers can call Read or Hanna at 604.485.5971.
Cranberry Community Hall Association
Cranberry Community Hall Association is dedicated to providing Powell River with an affordable, versatile space for meetings and events. To book the hall interested readers can call 604.414.0826, email [email protected] or visit http://cranhall.org.
Cranberry Ratepayers Association
Cranberry Ratepayers Association meets on the first Monday of every month at Cranberry Community Hall, 6826 Cranberry Street. This is an opportunity for interested readers to meet neighbours. For more information, readers can call 604.414.0556.
Cubs
First Powell River Cubs meets from 7 to 8:30 pm on Thursdays at 5393 Timberlane Avenue for boys aged eight to 10. For more information, readers can call Donna Shaw at 604.483.2088.
Dart Association
Powell River Dart Association holds dart nights at 7:30 pm every Monday at the 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. Readers wanting more information, or partners, can call 604.485.4430.
Family Place
Family Place hosts Toddler Time from 10:30 am to noon on Tuesdays at Family Place in the Town Centre Mall. Parents and children 13 months to two-and-a-half years old can attend.
Family Place is open as a drop-in centre for children and parents daily, Tuesday to Friday. For times and more information, readers can call 604.485.2706.
Family Place hosts Open Space parent-led programming and free soup lunch, 12:30 to 4:30 pm every Wednesday in the Town Centre Mall.
Family Place hosts Sprouts, a parent and child gardening program 10:30 am to noon Mondays at Community Resource Centre demonstration garden. This free program also includes a once-a-month fun-filled activity. Sign up is required. For more information, interested readers can call 604.485.2706 or visit Family Place.
Fibromyalgia Support
Fibromyalgia Support Meetings are held at 1 pm on the first Wednesday of each month at Cranberry Seniors’ Centre. For more information, interested readers can contact Gill Hannah at 604.485.8399.
Forest Wardens
Junior Forest Wardens meets at 7 pm on Wednesdays at Edgehill Elementary School. For more information, readers can call Tom Oldale at 604.485.4108.
Garden Club
Powell River Garden Club meets at 7:15 pm on the fourth Tuesday of every month, September through June, at Cranberry Seniors’ Centre, corner of Manson Avenue and Cranberry Street. Everyone is welcome to attend for an evening of informative and entertaining gardening.
Genealogy
Powell River Genealogy group meets from 6:30 to 8:30 pm on the last Sunday of every month at 6792 Cranberry Street. For information readers can contact Marny in the evenings at 604.485.4551.
Girl Guides
Girl Guides of Canada meets Wednesdays at Henderson Elementary School gym. Sparks, ages five and six, meet 4 to 5 pm. Brownies, ages seven and eight, meet 5 to 6:30 pm. Girls ages nine through 12 meet 6:30 to 8:30 pm. For information, readers can call 604.483.3234.
Home-school Support
Powell River Home-school Support Group meets at 7 pm the third Wednesday of each month. Newcomers welcome. For more information, readers can call Angela Desilets at 604.487.4555.
Horseshoe Pitching
Horseshoe pitching takes place 9:30 am to 12:30 pm, Sundays until September at Powell River Recreation Complex. All ages and abilities welcome. Drop-in fee is $2, shoes available. For more information, readers can contact Jim Hoffman 604.483.4853 or Lorraine Hubick 604.485.5589.
Kiwanis Club
Kiwanis Club of Powell River meets at 7:30 pm every first and third Tuesday at the annex on Kiwanis Avenue. For more information readers can call 604.487.9332.
Lang Bay Hall
Regular activities at the hall include Crib at 7 pm every Thursday and Whist at a date and time to be provided by calling 604.487.9332. For more information readers can call 604.487.9332.
Lapidary Club
Powell River Lapidary Club meets at 7:30 pm every second Wednesday at 4699 Harvie Avenue.
Latin Dance
Powell River Latin Dance Club hosts free Latin dance lessons at 8 pm on Wednesdays at McKinney's Pub. For more information, interested readers can contact Michael 604.414.4900 [email protected].
Library
Listen, laugh, read, sing. Join Powell River Public Library for Story Time from 10:30 to 11 am every Wednesday at the library. Story time is for preschool children aged two to five, accompanied by a caregiver. No reservations are necessary. For more information, interested readers can call 604.485.4796.
Join lively and animated discussions with Powell River Public Library’s afternoon book club from 1:30 to 2:30 pm on the third Thursday of each month at the library. Membership is open to all. For more information, interested readers can call 604.485.4796.
Join lively and animated discussions with Powell River Public Library’s evening book club from 7 to 8 pm on the first Tuesday of each month at the library. Membership is open to all. For more information, interested readers can call 604.485.4796.
Powell River Public Library provides free courses, Introduction to Computers, Using the Internet, and How to Use Email. Space is limited. All participants need to register. For more information, date of the next course, and registration, interested readers can call 604.485.4796.
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, readers can call Ken Greenwell at 604.485.4294.
Living With Cancer
Living with Cancer Support Group meets 1:30 to 3:30 pm, second Tuesday of every month. For location of next meeting, interested readers can contact Carol 604.485.9115 or Helen 604.485.4071. The group provides emotional support for cancer patients, family, friends and those who have lost someone to cancer.
Lund Community Society
Lund Community Society holds meetings at 7:30 pm on the fourth Tuesday of every month at the Lund Community Centre.
Malaspina Naturalists Club
Malaspina Naturalists Club meets monthly between September and May at 7:30 pm on the third or fourth Thursday of each month, Trinity Hall, United Church, corner of Michigan Avenue and Duncan Street. Field trips and a young naturalists’ club are also held. For more information readers can call 604.485.0077.
Meditation
Meditating with the body, as taught by Dr. Reggie Ray of Dharma Ocean Canada, is presented by Heather Baldwin, BSN 7 pm every Monday and 10 am every Saturday at 4536 Willingdon Avenue. Participants can bring a mat or blanket to lie on and a cushion. Attendance is by donation.
Model Community Employment
Model Community Employment Project helps people with disabilities or barriers acquire education and skills needed to secure employment. Information sessions are held every Tuesday from 1 to 3 pm, Model Community office above Westview Bowling and Billiards on Marine Avenue. For more information, readers can call Laurie at 604.485.2688.
Narcotics Anonymous
Narcotics Anonymous meeting is held 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.
NDP Club
Powell River NDP Club holds meetings at 7 pm, with dinner at 6 pm, on the first Wednesday of the month at Carlson Community Club.
ORCA Bus
ORCA (On the Road with Children's Activities) Bus provides free, fun, quality time for children (birth to school age) and their parents/caregivers. For more information, readers can call 604.485.2132 or visit www.successby6powellriver.ca.
Paddling for Life Society
Paddling for Life is a dragon boat team for breast cancer survivors and supporters. The group paddles Tuesday and Thursday evenings from the Shinglemill dock. For more information interested readers can contact Lynda Miller at 604.485.7909 or Barb Lloyd at 604.485.7333.
Parents Together
Parents Together is a group for parents of teens who have questions or concerns. The group presents information on dealing with challenging situations and has helped many parents change their home lives. For more information, readers can call 604.485.3090.
Pasta Dinner
Powell River United Church hosts Pasta Dinner from 4:30 to 6 pm every Monday at Trinity Hall, corner of Duncan and Crofton streets. Cost is $2 per person or $5 for a family.
Pipe Band
Learn to play the great Highland bagpipe and fundamentals of music with the Lads and Lassies Pipe Band, 7 pm each Thursday, beginning January, 7170 Esquimalt Court. Band is for children aged 10 through 16. To enrol or for more information, interested readers can call Susanne 604.485.2071 or George 604.485.7375.
Pow! Town Roller Derby League
Women's Flat Track Roller Derby practices take place 7:30 to 9 pm most Tuesdays and Thursdays until September at Powell River Recreation Complex rink. It’s an opportunity for fitness, fun, sweat, skating and hitting friends all in one. Interested readers can contact CaroleAnn Leishman [email protected] for more information.
Powell River Youth Advisory Council (YAC)
YAC meets every Thursday throughout the school year, 3:30 to 5 pm at Youth Resource Centre, 4746 Joyce Avenue. All youth ages 13 through 18 are welcome. Transportation can be arranged. For more information, readers can call Leah 604.485.3090 or check out the Powell River YAC page on Facebook.
Preschool Storytime
Powell River Public Library will host preschool storytime every Wednesday at 10:30 am. Stories, songs and fingerplays are geared for children aged between two and five years, who are accompanied by a caregiver. For more information, readers can contact Jeannette at 604.485.8625 or [email protected].
Radio Club
Powell River Amateur Radio Club holds classes to obtain a HAM radio licence. Morse code is not needed to obtain a licence and there is an accredited examiner in Powell River. For more information, readers can call [email protected].
Reach to Recovery
Reach to Recovery - Mastectomy provides hospital and home visits to recently diagnosed breast cancer patients. Service offers one-on-one counselling with trained counsellors for women who have had breast cancer, and provides information. For more information, interested readers can contact Lorraine 604.485.6114 or Leslie 604.483.9120.
Red Hat Society
Powell River Sunshine Pearls, members of the Red Hat Society, meets for lunch the third Tuesday of every month. The chapter is seeking new members who wish to have fun and frivolity. For more information, readers can contact Shirley at 604.487.1781 or visit http://sites.google.com/site/powellriverpurplepeopleeater/.
Rotary Club of Powell River Sunrise
Rotary Club of Powell River Sunrise meets at 7:15 am Tuesdays at the Marine Inn, 4429 Marine Avenue.
Salvation Army
Salvation Army hosts a free community soup and sandwich lunch from 11:30 am to 1 pm every Wednesday at the Salvation Army. Donations are accepted. For more information, readers can call 604.485.6067.
Complimentary coffee and goodies are available from 10 to 11:30 am every Thursday at the Salvation Army Church. Powell River Reformed Church and Salvation Army sponsors these events and participants can make donations. For more information, readers can call Nancy Scheck at 604.485.2226 or Linda Leahy at 604.485.2625.
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 readers can call 604.485.6067.
Schizophrenia Society
Schizophrenia Society holds monthly support group meetings for people with family members who suffer from mental illness at 7 pm on the second Tuesday of every month at the Source Club, 4476 Cumberland Street. For more information, readers can call Danita at 604.485.8266 or email [email protected].
Scottish Country Dancing
Scottish country dancing is held from 6:45 to 9 pm every Monday in the Grief Point Elementary School gym. This form of dancing is usually done with sets of six or eight people. For more information, readers can call 604.485.6801.
Scouts
First Powell River Scouts meets from 7 to 9 pm on Mondays at 5393 Timberlane Avenue for boys aged 11 to 14. For more information, readers can call Tina Bevans at 604.483.9634.
Sex Addicts Anonymous
Sex Addicts Anonymous (SAA) meets from 6 to 7:30 pm on Fridays. For more information, readers can contact [email protected]. SAA is a fellowship of men and women recovering from compulsive relationships and/or sexual behaviour.
Sexual Awareness for Everyone
SAFE Clinic (Sexual Awareness for Everyone) offers free and confidential health services from 10 am to noon the first and third Monday of each month at Community Resource Centre, 4752 Joyce Avenue. No appointment required. For more information, readers can call Powell River Community Health at 604.485.3310.
StrongStart
StrongStart Early Learning programs are available for children birth to pre-kindergarten at Kelly Creek Community and James Thomson and Henderson elementary schools. These are free drop-in sessions with snacks provided. Child's birth certificate is required to register. For more information, readers can call Rita John 604.485.6271, ext 2244.
Sunshine Coast Cloggers
Sunshine Coast Cloggers meet at 6:30 to 8:30 pm on Wednesday evenings at Grief Point Elementary School.
Tai Chi
Taoist tai chi classes are held 9 to 11 am and 7 to 9 pm Wednesdays and 9:30 am to noon on Saturdays at Trinity Hall, United Church. On Saturdays, beginners’ class is 9:30 to 10:30 am followed by the continuing class 10:30 am to noon.
Therapeutic Riding Association
Fresh air and exercise are among the benefits of volunteering as sidewalkers and horse handlers for Powell River Therapeutic Riding Association. Sessions are Tuesday mornings and Wednesday and Thursday afternoons at Paradise Valley Exhibition Grounds. No experience is necessary, training is provided. For more information, readers can call 604.485.0177.
Toastmasters
Toast to the Coast Toastmasters meets 7 to 8:30 pm Tuesdays, Oceanview Middle School, 7105 Nootka Street. Toastmasters is BC’s most cost-effective public speaking and leadership program. Beginners to advanced speakers are welcome. For information, readers can call Gerry 604.483.9229 or Jennifer 604.485.0564 or the club’s Facebook page.
Townsite Ratepayers
Townsite Ratepayers Association meets on the second Thursday of the month at 7 pm at St. David and St. Paul Anglican Church, 6310 Sycamore Street, Townsite.
Trail Riders Club
Powell River Trail Riders Club meets at 7:30 pm on the first Monday (except holidays) every month at the Paradise Valley Exhibition Grounds Clubhouse.
United Church
Powell River United Church holds Sunday services at 10:30 am every week at the church at the corner of Duncan Street and Michigan Avenue.
Volunteering
Volunteer Powell River matches community volunteers with non-profit organizations and event organizers. Readers wanting to volunteer can call 604.485.2132, or drop in between noon and 4 pm Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday above Rona Building Centre and beside Camber College, 4750 Joyce Avenue.
Weight Loss
River City Slims, a self-help weight loss group, meets from 5:30 to 7:30 pm every Thursday at Lighthouse Community Church on the corner of Michigan Avenue and Burnaby Street.
Westview Baptist Church
Westview Baptist Church hosts a free community dinner from 5 to 7 pm every third Friday of each month at 3676 Joyce Avenue on bus route 2. Donations will be accepted.
