FLAIR on the Coast will begin the year this Saturday, Jan. 13, 10 a.m. to noon at the Rockwood Centre in Sechelt. Andre Casaubon will be presenting chair exercises with emphasis on breathing techniques which help relieve pain, gain flexibility, and assist in our wellbeing. FLAIR is a very welcoming Cancer Support Group and completely non-profit. They invite those who need support from the Pender Harbour/Egmont area to join them For more information, please call Jean at 603-883-0660 or email [email protected].
This Saturday afternoon a Neighbourhood Emergency Preparedness information session will be held 12:30 p.m. at the Legion. I encourage residents to attend.
The Mid Winter Chamber Music is this weekend, Jan. 13 and 14, with fine musicians Victoria Piano Quartet, Terence Tam, violin, Yariv Aloni, viola, Pamela Highbaugh Aloni, cello, Lorraine Min, piano. Tickets are available on the Pender Harbour Music Society’s website $30 (if not sold out). While you are there, check out the upcoming concerts.
Friday, Jan. 19 the Coffee House returns to the School of Music with the talented Coast-based performers. Taking the stage will be Katrina Bishop and Marketplace featuring Chris and Solomon Hergesheimer. Doors open at 7 p.m. Music at 7:30 p.m. $10 suggested donation at the door. Desserts, coffee, and tea available.
For the month of January, the Pender Harbour Food Bank will once again benefit from the Rotary Rocks 50/50 draw. Your generosity will help restock the Food Bank cupboards. Purchase your tickets today at https://penderharbourrotary.rafflenexus.com/
Our Bargain Barn is hosting a Fashion Exchange! This fantastic fashion forward upcycling event is Sunday, Jan. 28. $25 admission includes your first glass of wine, cheese and nibbles. There will be a silent auction too. For each new or gently used clothing item you bring, receive a token towards something new to you. Debit and credit and cash payments will be accepted at the event noon to 3 p.m. at the Hall. E-transfer $25 [email protected] For more information or to donate silent auction items, call Lesley at 778-840-1692
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