Spences Bridge book launch
Artist and storyteller Teresa Wild of Spences Bridge will be launching Sage Country, a colouring book for all ages, at The Packing House in Spences Bridge on Friday, Nov. 15 from 4 to 6 p.m.
Sage Country — described as being for adults and the young at heart — brings to life the vibrant landscapes and varied wildlife of the area around Spences Bridge. Each page offers a new scene inspired by the land, and blends art and storytelling for all to enjoy.
Wild will be at the launch, and will share the inspiration behind her work and stories; she will also be able to sign copies, which would make a wonderful Christmas gift for anyone who loves the art, stories, and natural beauty that make Sage Country so special.
Repair café
Volunteers from the 100 Mile Repair Café are coming to the 70 Mile Community Hall (2545 N. Bonaparte Road) from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 16. The aim of the Repair Café is to reduce the waste that gets sent to landfill or incineration, and to change society’s “throw away” mind-set.
You can bring broken household items such as small kitchen appliances, small electronics (no cellphones or laptops), and small power tools and get them repaired (if possible) for free; you can also get advice or seek inspiration. For more information email 100milerepaircafe@gmail.com or visit the 100 Mile Repair Café Facebook page.
Royal Purple bingo
Join the Ashcroft-Cache Creek Royal Purple for bingo at the Cache Creek Community Hall on Sunday, Nov. 17; doors open at 5:30 p.m. and bingo starts at 6 p.m. The event will feature a Tooney Ball draw, so don’t miss out! The money raised helps Royal Purple with their fundraising activities, which benefit local students, fire departments, and more.
Cook’s Ferry fundraiser dinner
The Cook’s Ferry Indian Band is holding a loonie auction fundraiser and spaghetti dinner on Sunday, Nov. 17 starting at 5 p.m. at the Chief Whitsemnista Complex (3691 Deer Lane, Spences Bridge). Dinner is $10 per plate, with proceeds going to the Cook’s Ferry Elders Group.
For information call Jolene at (250) 457-0567.
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 Nov. 19. 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.
Vaccine clinic
The Clinton Healthcare Alliance and Llenllenéy’ten/High Bar First Nation are hosting a free vaccine clinic at the Clinton Memorial Hall on Tuesday, Nov. 19 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Attendees can get one (or both) of the seasonal flu and COVID-19 boosters, and free coffee, tea, and cookies will be available.
Pre-register now at www.immunizebc.ca or call 1-833-838-2323.
Hat Creek Ranch planning meeting
Historic Hat Creek Ranch and McAbee Fossil Beds are hosting meetings to help shape the future of both sites, and members of the public are invited to an engagement session on Tuesday, Nov. 19 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Cache Creek Community Hall. There will also be a session for tourism partners from 1 to 4 p.m.
Share your ideas and collaborate on initiatives that will shape the sites’ future. There will be discussions about local heritage and culture, and an opportunity to contribute to both sites’ five-year plans. Light refreshments will be provided.
For more information, or to RSVP by Nov. 15, call (250) 457-9722 or email contact@hatcreek.ca.
Junior curling
The Ashcroft Curling Club is holding junior curling sessions on Nov. 20, Nov. 27, and Dec. 4 from 3:45 to 5 p.m. at the Ashcroft curling rink. Kids and youth who want to get a taste of curling are invited to come by and check it out; equipment is provided (participants must supply their own clean shoes).
For more information contact Janet Quesnel at (250) 457-7026 or Hilda Jones at (250) 457-7375.
Clinton Seniors’ AGM
The Clinton Seniors’ Association will be holding its Annual General Meeting on Thursday, Nov. 21 at the Seniors’ Centre (217 Smith Avenue) starting at 1 p.m. All members are encouraged to attend and find out about plans for the upcoming year.
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, Nov. 21
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.
Adult badminton
Badminton season has started again, with free drop-in sessions taking place every Thursday from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Cache Creek Community Hall. Adults from throughout the region are welcome to attend; for more information call (250) 457-9164.
School District 74
At the Nov. 5 meeting of the School District No. 74 board of education, trustees Larry Casper and Carmen Ranta were elected as co-chairs of the board. In addition, trustee Connor Thomas was elected as the BC Public School Employers’ Association representative and trustee Valerie Adrian was elected as the BC School Trustees Association Provincial Council representative.
Superintendent Vessy Mochikas noted that co-chairs Casper and Ranta have a great deal of experience as trustees, and she looks forward to their continued positive, calm, and stable leadership so that the board can continue focusing on what is best for students.
Seeing the light
Did you know? Lightbulbs and ballasts, smoke detectors, and CO detectors are now accepted for recycling at all 10 TNRD Eco-Depots, and are free to recycle. You can do your part to reduce the amount of waste being landfilled, and save money on tipping fees, by bringing these items with you the next time you visit an Eco-Depot. Other items that are free to recycle include batteries, propane tanks, appliances, scrap metal, mattresses, used oil, car batteries, tires, paint, cardboard, glass, paper, and plastic containers.
For more information about what can be recycled at the TNRD’s facilities, go to www.tnrd.ca/recycling.
Highway 8 traffic change
From now through Nov. 23, Highway 8 at Site 10 (14 kilometres east of Spences Bridge) will be reduced to single-lane alternating traffic from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily in order to facilitate geotechnical investigations.
Travellers should expect minimal delays, with priority given to emergency vehicles. For highway information, including road conditions and closures, go to www.drivebc.ca.
