In the Community

Don't Miss This Week Saturday, August 5 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 heat of summer has arrived and so may a swarm of flies in your garbage can. Food scraps and food-stained pieces of garbage are an attractive feast for all manner of pests, but there is something you can do.

Evening Powell River Farmers’ Market affair grows in variety and popularity

Sustainable and edible gardening practices inspire and educate

Visiting an event after a huge festival can sometimes be a depressing sight. Dawn breaks over litter-strewn grass and garbage cans spill onto pavement. The party is definitely over and the musicians have gone home.

Since I began writing this column, an increasing number of people in the community have begun to recognize me out in everyday life. It surprises and delights me when I’m recognized by complete strangers for my writing in our local paper.

Don't Miss This Week: Friday, July 28 Oliver Swain Join JUNO and Western Canadian Music awards-nominated roots artist Oliver Swain for a night of music at The Vault, 105-4871 Joyce Avenue, beside River City Coffee.

Powell River Recreation Complex joins forces with Jumpstart program to collect equipment

Family Place fills Fridays with social activities for youngsters

Curriculum will prepare students for employment in growing recreation sector