Author: Lisa Richardson
10 Cool Facts about the Riverside Wetlands/Ském’em Community Park – take the survey before May 1
A handful of reasons why the SLRD wants to secure the land around Bathtub Trail as parkland, and has been collaborating with Lil'wat Nation to craft a joint park management plan, to apply for tenure. Fill out the survey on the draft Plan - they're shooting for at least 100 responses to ensure that all users' needs … Continue reading 10 Cool Facts about the Riverside Wetlands/Ském’em Community Park – take the survey before May 1
Hugh Naylor is looking for a father figure, who might be able to explain the corporate world to him
This guest post was written by Hugh Naylor, one of the pioneers of Pemberton trails network. Hugh and wife Jan landed in Pemberton in 1967, back when the Village's population was 250, and between them, the pair were the driving force behind the creation of the Library, the Salmonids in the Classroom project, a host … Continue reading Hugh Naylor is looking for a father figure, who might be able to explain the corporate world to him
The meaner you get, the meaner you get
I’m sitting up until midnight to try and register my kid for the last remaining spot in pre-school swimming lessons at Meadow Park. I’m a non-resident, so I have to wait until all Whistler residents get their pick of the spring programs, and I’ve watched as the spots slowly filled up with a vague sense … Continue reading The meaner you get, the meaner you get
Boomerang Bags community info session at the library, Tuesday 6:30-7:30pm
Seen the Facebook posts, the articles, the bin in the Pemberton Valley Grocery Store, or the funky bags around town? Wondering what all the fuss is about? Or how to get involved? Or how you can be part of it, even if you don't really know how to sew? Want to find out more? This … Continue reading Boomerang Bags community info session at the library, Tuesday 6:30-7:30pm
Spring spotted in the valley! Proof furnished by Gary Martin
It may be snowing in the alpine but spring has sprung in the valley. Enter the multi-sport days combining white and brown pow. And sunshine! It feels as if it's been a while.
Evening reflections with Victoria Saddleman
Victoria Saddleman took a walk after work on Thursday. It had been a long day, taking inventory. A calming evening walk to Mud Lake was the perfect re-set. "The birds were singing and everything," she said, "and on the way I found this amazing reflection in a puddle."
Lil’wat’s Levi Nelson shortlisted for prestigious IDEA art Award – “Anthropology” receives honourable mention
Emily Carr University of Art and Design student, Lil'wat Nation's Levi Nelson was recently shortlisted in the IDEA art award for his entry, Anthropology. The IDEA Art Award was established in 2009 as a collaboration between the Healing Art Committee at VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation and Emily Carr University of Art and Design. The … Continue reading Lil’wat’s Levi Nelson shortlisted for prestigious IDEA art Award – “Anthropology” receives honourable mention
Rally behind the 2017 Pemby BMX Fundraiser at Mt Currie Coffee Co on Saturday April 1, 7:30pm
Our local BMX riders are doing Pemberton proud. The local track, club and supportive community has proven to be a great incubator of talent. Pemberton BMX hosts its fundraiser on Saturday at Mt Currie Coffee Co. It's a kid-free evening, so you can enjoy a beer for the kids. This year’s fundraising efforts will be … Continue reading Rally behind the 2017 Pemby BMX Fundraiser at Mt Currie Coffee Co on Saturday April 1, 7:30pm
A mask invites reflection on Graham Turner’s week-long takeover
Graham Turner spent last week at the wheel of the Wellness Almanac's instagram account. He works as the Lil’wat Nation’s Retail Operations Manager, so his daily life takes him between our two communities that lie just 4km apart along the highway. But there is so much that lies between us. How do we strengthen the … Continue reading A mask invites reflection on Graham Turner’s week-long takeover
The Wellness Almanac 