Ashcroft pool opening
Thanks to intensive recruiting efforts by village staff, Ashcroft has secured enough lifeguards to ensure that the pool will be open this summer, albeit with a later than normal opening date. There is also a possibility that the hours of operation will be slightly restricted once the pool opens, but staff are working hard to make sure that there are as few disruptions as possible.
Opening day is expected to be somewhere between June 1 and June 15; stay tuned for more details. The village is also encouraging anyone interested in becoming a lifeguard to be in touch, as financial assistance is available for people who need to get training and certifications. Call Kris at (250) 453-9161 if you are interested in becoming a lifeguard, if not for this year then for the 2025 season.
Equality Project FUNdraiser
The Equality Project in Cache Creek is holding a spring FUNdraiser Strawberry Tea and Auction at the Cache Creek Community Hall from 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 18. The cost is $10 per person for adults ($5 for children), and all are welcome to attend and help support a great cause.
Royal Purple bingo
Come down to the Cache Creek Community Hall on Sunday, May 19 for bingo, sponsored by the Ashcroft-Cache Creek Royal Purple. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., and the bingo action starts at 6 p.m.
Cemetery clean-up
Volunteers are invited to help with clean-up of the Spences Bridge cemetery (junction of Highways 1 and 8) on Thursday, May 23 starting at 9 a.m. The more the merrier, so all are welcome; please bring your own rake and gloves, and equipment such as lawnmowers and weed-eaters.
Savona Improvement District
The Savona Improvement District’s AGM is coming up on Thursday, May 23 starting at 7 p.m. at the Savona Community Hall, and all Savona residents are welcome to attend.
The AGM will cover the auditor’s report and the fire department report, and there will also be trustee elections, with volunteers needed to fill two three-year positions.
Walhaschindig
The sixth annual Walhaschindig will be taking place in Walhachin on Saturday, June 1 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The fun, family-friendly event will feature food, beer, wine, door prizes, a 50/50 draw, and more, including a great line-up of live music, with The Dire Heart, the Kamloops Ukulele Orchestra, Tangleroot, Colin Mastin, and many other musicians confirmed.
Admission is by donation, with funds going to support the Walhachin hall and museum, and debit/credit cards can now be accepted for purchases and donations. Anyone who would like to take part, or who wants more information, can email friends@walhachin.net. Volunteers are also needed; call (250) 318-6100 if you can help out.
Armchair travel
The Ashcroft HUB is hosting another “armchair travel” event on Thursday, June 6, thanks to sponsorship from New Horizons for Seniors. Participants will be able to get a taste of Germany with a traditional German feast and dessert.
The event starts at 5:30 p.m. and the cost is $10 per person. Seating is limited, so book your tickets now by contacting the HUB office (250-453-9177 or ashcrofthub@gmail.com) or purchasing them online at https://bit.ly/3UZMTBL.
Men’s casino night
Ladies’ Night has come and gone at the Ashcroft HUB, and now it’s time for the men to have some fun, at a casino night taking place on Friday, June 14 from 7 to 10 p.m. The event will include casino games, drinks and appetizers, a 50/50 draw, a pay bar, and some great prizes, including a two-night stay at Sundance Guest Ranch, two Kumsheen Rafting tickets, two tickets to the Pipe Mountain Coaster in Revelstoke, and more.
Tickets are $20 each; for more information contact the HUB office, or purchase tickets online at https://bit.ly/3UZMTBL.
Vendors wanted: Clinton
High Bar First Nation will be holding a National Indigenous People’s Day event at Reg Conn Park in Clinton from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, June 21. There will be bannock, lunch, and refreshments; jingle dress dancers and hand drummers; and a live music performance by Arlen Park.
There will also be a market featuring vendor tables and Indigenous crafts, and vendors are encouraged to sign up now. For more information contact Cassidy Fletcher at services@hbfn.ca or call (250) 459-2117, ext. 106.
Vendors wanted: 70 Mile
The 70 Mile Community Club is holding a country craft fair from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, July 6 at the 70 Mile Community Hall, and they are looking for anyone interested in being a vendor. Indoor table rental is $20, while outdoor garage sale space is available for $10.
Potential vendors should contact Ken Huber (250-945-9914, email seventymileclub@outlook.com) to register before May 31.
Branding review for Ashcroft
The Village of Ashcroft is reviewing the village’s branding, and wants to hear from residents as the “Wellness Awaits You” brand is reviewed and new brands are considered. Via a series of consultations and public meetings in May and June, and a survey, residents and businesses will be asked to share what makes Ashcroft unique.
Public input is key, so stay tuned for details about ways to take part, which will be shared via social media, posters, the village website and newsletter, advertising, and more.
Cook’s Ferry burning ban
Due to the severe drought and pending high temperatures, the Cook’s Ferry Band has passed a fire ban for all its reserves. The ban includes campfires, Category 2 and 3 fires, fireworks, sky lanterns, burn barrels or cages, binary exploding targets, and air curtain burners.
The ban will be in place until it is rescinded by Band Council resolution. Members wishing to perform cultural burning must submit a written request for consideration and approval.
