Ashcroft art show
The Ashcroft Art Club’s annual art show and sale — a fixture in Ashcroft for nearly 60 years — returns to St. Alban’s Church Hall from Friday, April 25 to Sunday, April 27. There will be an opening night reception (adults only) from 6 to 9 p.m. on April 25, and the show will be open to all from noon to 5 p.m. on April 26 and 27. Come down and view the amazing art, and get ready to vote for your favourite for the People’s Choice Award.
Savona pancake breakfast
The Savona Area Seniors’ Society is holding a pancake breakfast on Saturday, April 26 from 8 to 10 a.m. at the Savona Seniors’ Centre. The cost is $15 per person (children 6 and under free), and breakfast includes pancakes, eggs, sausages, bacon, coffee, and juice; there will also be a raffle. For tickets, contact Ruth Lakes (250-373-2692) or Dallas Embury (250-319-7577).
70 Mile spring craft fair
The 70 Mile Community Club is holding a spring vendor and craft fair on Saturday, April 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the 70 Mile Community Hall (2585 North Bonaparte Road). For more information, or to book a table, contact Ken Huber at (250) 945-9914 or email seventymileclub@outlook.com.
Clinton Seedy Sunday
It’s back! The Clinton Communities in Bloom Beautification Society is hosting its annual Seedy Sunday event on April 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Clinton Memorial Hall. Join fellow gardeners and green thumbs, as well as representatives from the TNRD, who will have information about integrated pest management and solid waste and recycling; High Bar First Nation, who will be there with Indigenous products and information; and the Thompson Shuswap Master Gardeners, who can answer your gardening questions.
There will be people on hand to talk about FireSmart, honey production and beekeeping, and soil information; a Kids’ Corner, where kids of all ages can create their own stepping stones; a chance to sign up for a Community Garden plot or the 2025 pumpkin growing contest; plant sales; a by-donation plant and seed swap; a concession featuring chili, soup, cornbread, and goodies; door prizes; and a silent auction. Get ready to get growing!
Savona spring tea
The Savona Heritage Committee is hosting its annual spring tea and luncheon on Sunday, April 27 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Savona Heritage Museum (6640 Tingley Street). Admission is by donation, and all are invited to enjoy tea or lunch at the museum and check out what’s new there.
Bingo
Join the Cache Creek Recreation Society for bingo action at the Cache Creek Community Hall on Monday, April 28 starting at 6 p.m.
Horsing around
Do you like horses? All are welcome to come and meet some at the former elementary school site in Spences Bridge from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 29. It’s courtesy of the Grit Farm equine assisted learning program, which gives people a chance to develop and improve their life skills, and learn about trust building, respect, responsibility, fitness, and leadership.
Come by and meet the horses and get some information, and while you’re there enjoy a special gymnastics show.
Suddenly One
The Suddenly One: Building Connections program has returned, and takes place every other Thursday from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at the Ashcroft Library (private meeting room at the back). The next meeting will be on Thursday, May 1.
Suddenly One is for men and women of all ages who suddenly find themselves alone. The event will feature coffee, tea, and conversation, with people able to share their thoughts, stories, and experiences surrounding loss and living alone. There is no agenda; topics and activities are up to the participants, all in an accessible, respectful, and confidential space.
There is no cost to take part, and participants can attend as many or as few sessions as they would like. For more information, email ashcroft.hospice@gmail.com.
70 Mile AGM
The Seventy Mile Access Centre is holding its AGM on Wednesday, May 15 at 6:30 p.m. at the 70 Mile Access Centre. The meeting will feature a review of last year’s accomplishments and the financial report, SMAC’s vision for the future, and voting for the new board of directors.
Anyone interested in becoming part of SMAC’s leadership as a director can email smac70mile@gmail.com for more information.
Lytton show and shine
Can’t wait for Graffiti Days in Cache Creek in September? Whet your appetite for classic cars during Canyon Cruise 2025 and the Lytton Show and shine, taking place at the Pines Motel on Highway 1 at Lytton on Sunday, May 18 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will include a barbecue, music, swag bags, and raffle prizes, and there is no registration fee.
For more information, contact Jan at (778) 254-0135, email canyoncruisebc@gmail.com, or visit the website at canyoncruise.ca.
CORE course
Ken Brown is holding a two-day CORE (hunter training) course at the Ashcroft HUB on Saturday and Sunday, May 17–18. If you want to get your hunter number to get into the LEH (limited entry hunt) this year, call Ken at (250) 453-9415 (evenings preferred) as soon as possible. Please note that this number does not receive texts; phone calls only.
Ashcroft Amazing Race
Do you have what it takes to win the Amazing Race? The Ashcroft HUB is holding an Amazing Race on Sunday, May 25 (new date!) starting at 9:30 a.m., and is looking for teams of two to take part. You can register your team at https://bit.ly/4icI15q; for more information email office@ashcrofthub.com, or call (250) 453-9177.
Walhaschindig
The seventh annual Walhaschindig returns to the Soldiers Memorial Hall in Walhachin on Saturday, June 7 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The event is fun for the whole family, with live music, food, a beer garden, 50/50 draws, vendors, and more. Admission is by donation, and you have an opportunity to look at the many fascinating exhibits about the history of Walhachin in the historic hall.
Local musicians and entertainers who would like to take part, as well as any vendors who would like to set up an outdoor table, can email friends@walhachin.net for more information.
