Everyone involved with the 11th annual Brackendale Fall Fair wants to "lead you down the garden path" to the fair grounds south of the Brackendale Elementary School tomorrow (Sept. 10) from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. There is something for everyone from checking out the many vendors' stalls to perusing the many exhibits and prize-winning entries entered by children, teens, adults and seniors. Viewing the many animals including llamas, goats, lambs and chickens is always interesting too. Entertainment is a big part of the day at the Fall Fair and Cam Salay has lined up some fine performers including: Leanne Lamour, Shealagh King, Jocelyn Petit and Family, Fraser Canyon, Carolyn Grass, Perry Beckham and Ross Smith. Many of these performers along with Paul Coulter-Brown and Leslie Alexander are looking forward to taking part in the Fall Fair Hootenanny at the Brackendale Art Gallery at 8 p.m. Saturday.
Eating a hotdog or hamburger outdoors is a pleasurable experience and members of the 樱桃视频Emergency Program are in charge of the concession stand at the Fair and they look forward to serving you!
The first concert of the season for the Howe Sound Performing Arts Association is planned for tonight (Sept. 9) at 8 p.m. at the Eagle Eye Theatre. Eighteen-year-old pianist Avan Yu will perform the works of Chopin this evening. Mostly Books Billie's Bouquet and Highland Video have tickets available at $10 each. There will also be a few tickets available at the door.
Are you new to town and want to know what organizations, sports etc. are available for your children or yourself? Take in the Community Registration Day at the Brennan Park Recreation Centre tomorrow (Sept. 10) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This day is a one-stop registration opportunity for everyone.
Between Shifts Theatre will hold adult auditions for the upcoming family comedy, Aladdin tomorrow (Sept. 10) from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Sea to Sky Hotel. Auditions for children will be held on Saturday, Oct. 1 at the same time and location. Anyone wishing more information is asked to call Dan at 604-815-4476.
On Wednesday (Sept. 14) the 樱桃视频Food Bank will be open from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. for food distribution at Trinity Hall, 樱桃视频United Church on Fourth Avenue. Anyone with fresh fruit or vegetables is asked to take it to the church earlier in the morning.
The 10th annual 樱桃视频Film Festival will be held in the Eagle Eye Theatre on Friday, Sept. 16 at 7 p.m. Tickets are now available at Highland Video and Mostly Books at $8 for adults and $6 for seniors and students.
Todd Major will be the 樱桃视频Gardeners' next speaker on Monday, Sept. 19 at 7 p.m. in the 樱桃视频Public Library and his topic will be on winter baskets. Mr. Major will give a hands-on demonstration on how to utilize readily available plants at the nursery to easily create alluring displays throughout the winter months. There is a $2 admission fee for non-members and $1 for members and a chance for them to win the door prize.
Special guest speakers at the Books and Beer event on Thursday, Sept. 29 at 7 p.m. in the Eagle Eye Theatre will be famed DJ Red Robinson (who is in the Rock 'n Roll Hall of Fame) and Gregg Potter, author of Backstage Vancouver. This evening is a fundraiser for the 樱桃视频Public Library. Tickets at $25 each are available at Mostly Books, Highland Video and the Howe Sound Women's Centre.
The Rocky Horror Show will be produced by Sea to Sky Entertainment in association with the 樱桃视频Youth Theatre (last production Sound of Music). The 15 cast members are now in rehearsals for an October run in Squamish, Whistler and North Vancouver. There is an urgent need for stagehands, crew and general helpers and Adriane Polo would love to hear from anyone interested in helping out. Call her at 604-898-5930.
Kay Wirachowsky has been moved to the West Vancouver Care Centre at #215 - 1675 - 27th Avenue and she would appreciate hearing from friends.
Members (and new members welcome) of the Hearts in Motion Walking Club are asked to meet at the Chamber of Commerce building on Cleveland Avenue on Friday, Sept. 16 at 9:30 a.m. We will carpool and enjoy a great walk around the waterfront. For more information, please call Stephanie at 604-898-1268 or myself at 604-815-0152.
The Chena Swim Club of North Vancouver has former 樱桃视频Pirates Swim Club members Claire Ourum, Olivia Montgomery and Hana Vartanis as members now. The Club will hold a carwash on Sunday (Sept. 11) form 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Petro Can Station at 1901 Garibaldi Way, weather permitting. The proceeds will assist the club and local amateur athletics.
The 樱桃视频Environmental Conservation Society will hold its monthly bird count on Sunday (Sept. 11). Those participating are asked to meet at the Howe Sound Inn and Brewing Company at 7 a.m. If you wish more information, please call Marcia at 604-898-9420.
On the weekend of Saturday, Sept. 17 and Sunday Sept. 18, the annual 樱桃视频Valley Art Walk will take place throughout the 樱桃视频Valley from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Brochures with maps are available at many outlets including the 樱桃视频Public Library, the Chamber of Commerce office, Pause Caf茅 and Howe Sound Inn and Brewing Company. More information is available online at: www.squamishart.com.
The Creative Connections for Seniors committee did not meet during the summer months but the group will meet again on Monday (Sept. 12) from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at the Tantalus Seniors' Centre.
Grease (the movie) Extravaganza presented by the Sea to Sky Singers will be held on Saturday, Sept 17 at Howe Sound Secondary School. The fun includes a barbecue, karaoke, 50-50 draw and show and shine photos with the "stars". Tickets are available at Mostly Books, Billie's Bouquet and Highland Video at $10 each.
Two young pipers, Ian McKay and Marc LeBlanc of the Black Tusk Caledonian Pipe Band will take part in opening ceremonies for the Brackendale Fall Fair at 11 a.m. tomorrow (Sept. 10).
In the company of family and friends, Thor and June Halvorson celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Aug. 27. Congratulations Thor and June on reaching this special milestone anniversary.
