In the Community

Vicki Tysdal and Doug Mobley share ancestor from famed voyage

At the beginning of each year many of us make resolutions to live a healthier life. We go on diets, we take out a gym membership, we set lofty goals. But many of these goals are left behind as the year continues.

Here are the events, meetings and other happenings coming up around Powell River: Thursday, January 24 On the Road with Children’s Activities (ORCA) Bus provides early-childhood fun and learning from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm at Town Centre Mall, Alberni

Wasted food costs the average Canadian household $1,100 per year. While adults are certainly guilty of neglecting leftovers until they grow a mouldy beard, kids are also culprits when it comes to good food going to waste.

Wilson’s snipe hides out at Powell River Orphaned Wildlife Society

The tragic tale of the giant of Desolation Sound

Brave Hearts offers rehabilitation and support for victims and at-risk patients of heart disease.

Community response has been gratifying, says organizer

Don’t miss this week: Thursday, January 17 Nature Photography - Basics and More Malaspina Naturalists Club will host Nature Photography - Basics and More by David Bedry, 7:30 pm at Trinity Hall, United Church.

The time has come once again to end a semester. The pressure is on, from the looming presence of exams to the stress of writing essays and applying for post-secondary schools. There is no doubt that this is a demanding time for students.