Tomorrow, Saturday, Dec. 17 is all about celebrating the holiday season in the harbour.
Santa is coming to town and so is George Connell to entertain us with his extraordinary “Stories and Songs” tomorrow, Saturday, Dec. 17 at three downtown Madeira locations. He will begin his small carbon footprint travelling show at Java Docks at 1 p.m. Across the street, Groundwaves will welcome him for a 2 p.m. performance. At 3 p.m., his grand finale will be at Earthfair Store. Not to be missed! Lovely Christmas gift. Thank you, George!
An hour later, Light Up the Town, the annual tree lighting, a fantastic event, starts at 4 p.m. and goes until 7:30 p.m. at Millennium Park. Enjoy Santa’s workshop, food trucks, vendors, photos with Santa, live music, and a licenced area for holiday spirits. The tree lighting will be at 5 p.m. precisely! The 58th Christmas Boat Parade sets sail from the government dock at 6 p.m. Decorate your boat in the spirit of the season and join in this very special harbour tradition. For info contact Charlie Park at 778-868-5914.
Last day in 2022 for the Bargain Barn and they are going out with a big sale – everything in the store of lesser value free!” They will be open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Rotary will have their Lucky 2023 Calendars for sale outside IGA Saturday and anytime from Rotary members. Remember to buy your Rotary 50/50 tickets with proceeds from this month going to the Food Bank. Just go to their FB page to win!
For the past five years, donations to the Spreading Kindness Fundraiser has assisted local youth and families in need throughout the year by supporting the Pender Harbour Community School Youth and Families Support Program. Funds are used to purchase essential supplies, grocery cards and address specific needs of local people. At Christmas time, gift cards, food, toys, and clothing are distributed at the PH Food Bank Christmas Hamper Day by Lyn Charlton, her husband Bill, and the local Lions Club. You can donate three ways, through the secure online PH Rotary portal.clubrunner.ca/1875/donate, e transfer to [email protected] or mail cheque payable to PH Rotary, (Spreading Kindness in memo) Box 40, Garden Bay, BC, V0N1S0. Contact [email protected] for more info. Pender Harbour, let our caring community spirit shine through once again this year.
Here are the hours for the Pender Harbour Pool for the coming week. Sunday, Dec. 18 open 1 to 4 p.m., Monday, Dec. 19 open 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 20 open 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 21 open 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 22 7:30 a.m to 1 p.m. and 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Can you spare a few hours per week to drive a senior to a medical appointment on the Coast? The Pender Harbour Health Centre is looking for volunteers to drive our wheelchair accessible van to help seniors get to their appointments. Training provided. Please contact Kym Harris, Community Coordinator at The Pender Harbour Health Centre, Mon-Wed. 604 883-2764.
Happy Holidays! Contact me with your news and information at [email protected].
