You might have heard the news? The Pemberton Music Festival is coming to town, July 18-20, and the line-up is as eclectic and awesome as Pemberton is. Founders Passes sold out in a blink of an eye, but organisers have created a Locals Only ticket (that doesn't charge for camping or commuter … Continue reading Locals Ticket Available for Pemberton Festival, 10am Friday April 11 Until All Gone
The Vitality Project: Tanya Richman
When I asked Tanya Richman to share her thoughts on vitality with me, way back in the depths of winter, she was basically too busy to do it, but she still stopped in the middle of her life and fired this back in my direction. Which was awesome. Also awesome is the way Tanya pushed … Continue reading The Vitality Project: Tanya Richman
BirdWatch: Trumpeter Swans
An update from John Tschopp: Spring is here. Wherever you are in our valley, you can see and hear the Trumpeter Swans on their way North. The Pemberton valley seems to be a popular stop for them. Last year's potato fields, some fallow grain fields present a tasty snack along the way. What a flying … Continue reading BirdWatch: Trumpeter Swans
What Does “Shelter In Place” Mean?
An accident may cause a hazardous material to enter the air. Unless the hazardous material is flammable, emergency response professionals may recommend that you stay indoors until you receive instructions to leave. You may be instructed to "shelter-in-place" which means you must remain inside your home or office and protect yourself there. Our well weather-stripped buildings slow … Continue reading What Does “Shelter In Place” Mean?
Photo of the Week: Spring Lamb by Dave Steers
Okay, if the first bulbs peeking up, your garlic making its appearance, or getting in some mountain bike rides hasn't been enough to thaw your frozen winter heart, this 3 day old lamb, shot today by Pemberton's favourite lensman, Dave Steers, will surely inject a great big warming wallop of spring into your very marrow. … Continue reading Photo of the Week: Spring Lamb by Dave Steers
Workshop: Calmer, Happier, Easier Parenting, Apr 6
Calmer Happier Easier Parenting is a presentation for all parents and caregivers, hosted by Growing Great Children. It takes place from noon to 3pm, at the Sea to Sky Services Program House, on 1357 Aster Street. Join us Sunday April 6, 2014 from 12-3 at Program House Sea to Sky Office. Tickets are $20 and … Continue reading Workshop: Calmer, Happier, Easier Parenting, Apr 6
Pemberton Creek Community Garden Get-together, Apr 7
The Community Garden Annual Renewal & Fundraiser is happening this Monday April 7th from 6-8pm at Black Bird Bakery with Pizza & Beer with proceeds going to the Garden and raffle tickets for sale. So come out and renew your plot, support a great community event and meet awesome gardeners. We once again have an … Continue reading Pemberton Creek Community Garden Get-together, Apr 7
Event: Party Fundraiser for the BMX Track, Apr 5
Go cashed up and kidless (it's 19+ only) to Mt Currie Coffee Co on Saturday, from 7:30pm to 11pm, help the Pemberton BMX crew fulfil their mission: "to build a track that Pemberton can be proud of." There will be beverages, nibbles, tshirts for sale, 50/50 tickets and silent auction items with donations from Pan … Continue reading Event: Party Fundraiser for the BMX Track, Apr 5
Children’s Choir Concert, Signal Hill, Apr 4, 7pm
Last week, it was the chorus of the Pacific Chorus Frog that got us excited. This week, it's a different kind of evening song. The Signal Hill Elementary School Choir will joins vocal forces with the Whistler Children's Chorus on Friday, April 4th at 7:00 p.m. at Signal Hill, to deliver a concert they have been rehearsing … Continue reading Children’s Choir Concert, Signal Hill, Apr 4, 7pm
RiverWatch: Birkenhead River flood mitigation efforts
Maxine Joseph-Bruce is the Fisheries Manager for the Lil'wat Nation, so whenever I want to know how many salmon have come home to spawn, I email her. (I love her because she has an amazing smile with a lovely flash of mischief in it, her email signature includes this series of characters: <*)}}}>< , and … Continue reading RiverWatch: Birkenhead River flood mitigation efforts