Youth Lounge
Friday Oct. 30
365 Kinchant St 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
The Quesnel Youth Lounge is in full swing and offering a variety of activities! Check out their Facebook page for what’s coming up then head to their website ( youthlounge.ca ) to get registered. They’ll even give you a ride if you have no way of getting there!
Toque & Toiletry Drive
Now till Friday Oct. 30
690 McClean Street
The Quesnel Woman’s Resource Centre is reaching out to you if you have a little extra. The need for toques, mittens, and socks is high right now. Travel sized toiletries and hygiene products would also be greatly appreciated. You can drop off at 690 McClean St. in the marked bin they’ve provided.
Lions Club Garage Sale
Saturday Oct. 31
2391 Hydraulic Rd. 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Come on out to the Lions Club garage sale and see what treasure they have in store! Ten customers are allowed in at one time and wearing a mask is appreciated.
Barkerville’s Trick or Treat
Saturday Oct. 31
Barkerville 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Want a safe way to celebrate Halloween this year? Come and trick or treat with us! Each ticket includes:
general admission to Barkerville for two hours, a hot dog and beverage and a dozen trick or treat stations with our historical interpreters. Don’t expect any old run-of-the-mill Halloween candy; instead, look for candied apples and other hand-made treats!
Admission tickets are required for all participants regardless of age. Yes, it’s for adults too. Barkerville is an outdoor environment, so bundle up! October can be quite chilly.
Cariboo Keepsakes Spooky Yard
Saturday Oct. 31
102 Carson Ave 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
This year Halloween is coming with so many changes for parents and kids. We want to make this day special. We will – with the measurements of social distancing in place – open our yard to give you the opportunity to have your kids picture taken in our spooky photo booth. We will also give out small candy bags. Face masks are mandatory.
Halloween Extravaganza!
Saturday Oct. 31
Kosta Cove 3:00 PM – Fireworks at 9
Parkland Recreation Commission is doing things a little different this year as we will be hosting our Halloween event at Kostas Cove. Come by and trick or treat by the lake or see how fearless you really are through our Haunted Trail! Fireworks will start at 9:00PM.
Candy Grab
Saturday Oct. 31
Maple Park Alliance Church 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Maple Park Alliance Church is offering an alternative for families who aren’t sure about door to door trick or treating or have family members who are wanting to practice a more socially distant trick or treat. All candy will be pre-packaged by volunteers and will be available to you in a plastic bag.
Bouchie Lake Fireworks
Saturday Oct. 31
Bouchie Lake Hall 7:00 PM
In collaboration with the Community Association, Recreation Commission and Fire Department, Bouchie Lake is hosting an amazing fireworks show on Halloween night! Only 50 vehicles allowed on the premises, however, there will be many other spots to watch from. For more info please contact 250-249-5508
Kids Art Class
Tuesday Nov. 3
715 Destiny Dr. 4:45 PM
Spectrum Arts is hosting Kids Art Class! Kids will use a variety of colourful mediums, such as paint and pastels, to create fabulous masterpieces. Come and let your imagination lead your brush!
Fraser River Encaustics Book Signing
Thursday Nov. 5
Quesnel Art Gallery 6:00 PM—8:00 PM
The Quesnel Art Gallery is hosting a book signing at the Quesnel Art Gallery and Gift Shop! Come and meet Rick Blacklaws and get a signed copy of his book The Fraser!
Elks Craft Sale
Saturday Nov. 7
2391 Hydraulic Rd. 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Calling all gifters, bakers, candlestick makers!
Rent a table for $20. The Quesnel Elks are hosting a Fall Craft Fair on Saturday, November 7 from 10-4. Start the season off right and get all your shopping done in one place! Covid rules will be in place for all attendees.
Intro to Landscape in Oils
Saturday Nov. 7
375 Reid St. 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Paint a landscape from your own image, in this beginners workshop. Small group size gives you plenty of time to ask questions. The completed painting is 11″ x 14″ in size, with all supplies provided.
Workshop $75 + Supplies $25 + tax. Register at The Space Above or call Katja at 250.255.7930
Calling all Big Trucks/Rigs
Sunday Dec. 6
5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Join in with Community Spirit for the Big Rigs “Tour of Lights”! The Chamber of Commerce would like to recognize our forestry, mining, and transportation industries. If you would like to put a truck in or need more details call 250-992-7262
