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Pender Harbour-Egmont: Madeira Market is a heartwarming success

Also, Women’s Connection hosting third annual community update
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Pender Harbour Wildlife Society Nature Walk at the spectacular Frances Point Provincial Park Saturday, March 29, 10 a.m. to noon. Francis Point Provincial Park features a rugged coastal landscape shaped by geological forces over millions of years. Free for Pender Harbour Wildlife Society members, $2 for non-members. 

This Sunday, Pender Harbour Music Society welcomes Piano Heist for two performances. The 10:30 a.m. show is for the entire family. Tickets are $10 (children under age 12) and $15 (adults). The 2 p.m. show is a full performance for all ages. $30.

The Pender Harbour Garden Club is pleased to present Sandy Matches of Kleindale, on Monday, March 31, at the School of Music from 1 to 3 p.m. presenting “Beds & Between,” followed by Q & A. Membership fees are $20 for a calendar year or $5 drop in. 

Harbourside Friendships Thursday, April 3, will feature Highland Games in recognition of Tartan Day April 6. The Thursday Seniors Initiative drop-in program is 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hall.  

Other activities from Seniors Initiative are Carpet Bowling Wednesdays, 1 to 3 p.m. at the Hall, $3 drop in. Chair Yoga Mondays and Fridays 11 a.m. to noon, $3. Chair yoga at Sarah Wray Hall, 11 a.m. to noon, $3. 

The Women’s Connection will be hosting the third annual community update on April 8. This is a fantastic opportunity for Pender Harbour residents to learn what has changed in our community and meet the people are who are bringing new opportunities and ideas. The line up this year will be Megan Noel, community market; Bob Baker, Legion president; Cheyenne Howitt, community school executive director along with Cheryl Alsop, community referral worker, and lastly, Michele Rose from Marina Pharmacy. Each speaker will have 15 minutes to explain salient points pertinent to their area of interest. Following a refreshment break there will be a short question period. We extend an invitation to our spouses and friends to attend the meeting April 8 at School of Music. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. Start time 10 a.m. Drop-in fee $4.

Save the dates June 6, 7 and 8 for the 20th Annual Pender Harbour Blues Festival.

Oh, my, what an amazing line up this year to celebrate the 20th Annual Blues Festival. Check out the outstanding performers on the Pender Harbour Blues Society website. Tickets will go on sale on Wednesday, April 2 on the PHBS website www.phblues.ca.

Congratulations to the Tuesday Madeira Market organizers! What a heartwarming success. Years ago, my partner and I hosted a weekly Madeira Market. Then COVID hit, older vendors retired, and young entrepreneurs succeeded with sales online. The inaugural new Madeira Market last Tuesday was warm and welcoming, showcasing the talents and fine products created by a group of amazing artisans. Shopping the market is my new weekly ritual. My mouth is watering, bagels, ciabatta, lol can’t wait! Thank you, Nadia (Picasso Loaf), Megan (Suntwist) and your team! New vendors welcome. 

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