For some folk, the annual Christmas tradition means traipsing around in the woods to find a tree. For others, it means traipsing around in the woods to find a different kind of trophy: a bird sighting. Last year, 30,416 birds were tallied, with 131 species identified, throughout Sea to Sky in the annual Christmas bird count. … Continue reading Save the Date: Christmas Bird Count, Dec 17
Category: Events
Learn the Secret of Better Communication & Design – Dec 4
Coming up at the Library on December 4, Tracy Defoe facilitates a free workshop on Clear Language and Design. One of Tracy's passions is the practice of writing for clarity and layout for readability. Tracy has taught Clear Language and Design principles for more than twenty years to a wide range of clients including businesses, … Continue reading Learn the Secret of Better Communication & Design – Dec 4
Event: Loonie Auction, Swap Meet and Artist Sales Fundraiser, Dec 1
SÍMA7 WI, SÍMA7 WI! Come to the Lil'wat Loonie Auction, Swap Meet and Artist Sales fundraiser. Sunday, December 1, 2013 at the Úll̓us (Mount Currie Gymnasium) 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Concession, featuring a breakfast sandwich, baked goods and coffee. Swap Meet. Loonie Auction. Baked Goods. Raffles. Traditional Craft Tables Door Prizes! Christmas Food Hamper … Continue reading Event: Loonie Auction, Swap Meet and Artist Sales Fundraiser, Dec 1
Event POSTPONED!: Calmer Easier Happier Parenting presentation moved to January
Well, who doesn't want to be a calmer happier parent? UPDATE: But I'll just have to wait to find out more. This presentation has been postponed until the New Year. We'll keep you posted!
Event: Family Literacy Day, Nov 16
Growing Great Children is hosting a free family event on family literacy... Hands on Play, Storytelling, Physical Play, Parenting talk on literacy, snacks provided. 1pm, Pemberton Community Centre.
Event: Snake Talk, Nov 7
For the last three years, Stewardship Pemberton, along with herpetologist and doctor of zoology, Leslie Anthony, have been tracking snakes in Pemberton and he's been doing his darnedest to avoid breaking into a bad Australian accent: Crikey. This week, get the chance to hear the results of all that snake-stalking and bush-walking, and discover what … Continue reading Event: Snake Talk, Nov 7
Wellness Gathering concludes with Girl Rising film, Nov 2, 4:30
By popular demand, after two sell-out screening of the film Girl Rising at the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre, the Pemberton and District Library, in partnership with the Whistler and Squamish libraries, have secured another screening date. The Pemberton showing will conclude The 4th annual Wellness Gathering, a day of celebrations, trade shows, interactive exhibits and … Continue reading Wellness Gathering concludes with Girl Rising film, Nov 2, 4:30
Wellness Gathering presents Evelyn Coggins on Herbal Medicines, Nov 2, 11am
If we destroy our environment, if we toss aside our traditional knowledge and spiritual values, we cannot be well. Evelyn Coggins This year, I've learned about devil's club, why being a stress-case can cause you to break out, why all those fashionable fall cleanses are not such a good idea, why the battle of the bulge … Continue reading Wellness Gathering presents Evelyn Coggins on Herbal Medicines, Nov 2, 11am
Winds of Change Speaker Series brings you Dr Art Hister, tonight 7pm, Ullus
Dr. Art Hister, health analyst and "media doctor", launches the Winds of Change Speaker Series tonight with his free talk, Yes You Can: Easy Steps to Living a Happier, Healthier, Longer Life at 7:00 p.m. at Ull'us Community Complex in Mount Currie. "The speaker series is our commitment to engage community members about wellness throughout … Continue reading Winds of Change Speaker Series brings you Dr Art Hister, tonight 7pm, Ullus
Event: Pamela Proctor, Author Visit at the Library
Retired teacher and educational consultant, Pamela Proctor, is the author of 'Honouring the Child: Changing ways of teaching.' She has met with teachers and parents in over 30 communities across BC, sharing her insights about child-centred learning for young children and the need for a change in our education system. She will be giving a … Continue reading Event: Pamela Proctor, Author Visit at the Library