Clinton CiB Fall craft sale
The Clinton Communities in Bloom Beautification Society is holding its Fall Craft Sale on Saturday, Oct. 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Clinton Memorial Hall.
In addition to vendors galore, with everything from sewing, quilting, and painting to jewellery, baking, jams and jellies and more, there will be door prizes and an on-site concession. Admission is by donation.
For more information, contact Susan at sscountrysquire@gmail.com.
Ashcroft Seniors' harvest bazaar
The Ashcroft-Cache Creek Seniors' Association is holding its annual Harvest Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 2 at the seniors' centre in Ashcroft (upstairs at 601 Bancroft Street). Doors open at 1 p.m., and the cost is $5 per person, which includes sandwiches, dessert, and tea or coffee.
The event is open to everyone, and will feature a bake table, a bucket auction, two door prizes, and lots of fun. While you're there, browse the gift room at the centre, which contains a wide variety of handmade and unique items.
Falling for Art
The Thompson Nicola Shuswap chapter of the Federation of Canadian Artists is holding the 20th annual Falling for Art event now through Nov. 2 at The Old Courthouse Cultural Centre in Kamloops (7 Seymour Street West). The event is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday.
View beautiful artwork from across the region, vote for the People’s Choice Award, and enjoy on-site art demonstrations. On Saturday, Oct. 26 there will be a special Music and Art event from 2 to 4 p.m. featuring local musician Mani Odubo, who will be debuting his new album Courtesy of David.
For more information email showchair@tnsc.ca. You can also view an online gallery at https://tnsc.ca.
Haunted Market
Change of date! The Historic Alexandra Lodge near Spuzzum is holding a “Haunted Market” from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 27, and a Paranormal Evening from 8 p.m. to midnight. This event was moved from Oct. 19.
The market will feature artisans, oddities, and vintage vendors, as well as haunted selfie displays and the Fuzzy Pickle gourmet grill food truck. Come in costume and do some trick-or-treating, and do you dare venture into the “serial killer” RV? For more information contact the Lodge at (778) 773-6690.
Coffee’s On
Coffee’s On sessions are back, and taking place at the 70 Mile Community Hall every Tuesday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.; the next one will be on Oct. 29. The event features coffee, a by-donation lunch, and a chance to get together with others for conversation and camaraderie. Anyone interested in “stepping things up” a bit with crafts, art, card games, and more is encouraged to bring their ideas (and themselves!) to the sessions.
If you are interested in helping out by providing soup, bread, or desserts on specific dates, call Sally at (250) 395-0278.
Clinton for Kids donations
The organizers of this year’s Clinton for Kids auction and dinner are looking for donated items for the silent and live auctions taking place as part of the event on Nov. 16.
Donations can be dropped off at Bubbles’ Blossom Design Wednesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (until 2:30 p.m. on Thursdays). You can also call or text Jess at (250) 819-3359 for pick-up. Items can be dropped off at Integris Insurance starting Nov. 1.
Clinton curling
The Clinton Curling Club has a new board of directors, and they’re all looking forward to a new season. There will be league play on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7 p.m., and the club hopes to have a league on Wednesdays (daytime) as well. There will also be a school program for classes, and an after-school program for students who want to be competitive.
An orientation session (including ice etiquette) and registration is set for Thursday, Nov. 14 (7 p.m.) and Sunday, Nov. 17 (1 p.m.) at the curling rink.
Nicomen controlled burn
BC Wildfire Service crews will be working to burn approximately 10 to 20 piles along the Nicomen FSR from now through the end of November. This pile burning project is taking place in an effort to clean up the excess fuels (e.g., dead wood or brush) made from chainsaw training and community protection in the area. It will also help clean up the right of way along the FSR where an excess of debris and fuel has built up from a wildfire during the 2021 season.
Smoke from piles may be visible to residents of Nicomen Indian Band and surrounding communities. Pile burning will only proceed if conditions are favourable. BC Wildfire Service personnel will carefully prepare, control, and monitor these piles at all times.
