Happening in Quesnel and surrounding area March 25th – April 11th 2021

Epilepsy Awareness Month Until the end of March Quesnel Bakery For the 8th year the Quesnel Bakery is supporting Epilepsy Quesnel for EPILEPSY AWARENESS MONTH with their scrumptious EPILEPSY COOKIES and OLD FASHIONED SOUR CREAM DONUTS. This year’s funds are for Epilepsy Research and the Seizure Investigation Unit at Vancouver General Hospital (VGH). They have the place decked out with purple everywhere, and even the COOKIE MONSTER is getting in on the action! $6.00 per package     Quesnel Youth Lounge Fridays 7 PM – 9:30 PM 365 Kinchant Street Youth Lounge is now open 7-9:30 PM Friday nights. Youth must register ASAP at youthlounge.ca.   Youth need support and the Youth Lounge is there to support them whatever that need may be. The Youth lounge is low intensity and the contact is essential well being in our youth. Email: youthlounge@reformationhouse.ca Spring Break Adventure Packages For pick up or email Are you looking for a new idea to help keep your children busy for spring break? Get them a spring break adventure package! Activities include; scavenger hunts, birding, vermicomposting, waste reduction, nature journaling, nature crafts and more! Contact Laurie at: ecosprouts@bakercreek.org or PM Baker Creek Enhancement Society on Facebook to get your package. They are available by donation. Quesnel Minor Baseball  Registration It’s time to register for minor baseball! Forms and information can be found at quesnelminorbaseball.ca. They are always looking for volunteers.  Baseball knowledge is a bonus, not a prerequisite. Also they’re in need of Directors and Coaches. Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Quesnel “I Pledge” The cohort of the Social Service Workers Program at the College of New Caledonia have a Fundraiser on right now to support Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Quesnel (BBBSQ). BBBSQ are a vital community resource and have been impacted by Covid in terms of being able to access and raise funds to cover their valuable programs. The fundraiser is “I pledge” and the idea is you pledge $10 and ask 10 of your friends to do the same. You can drop your pledges off at the BBBSQ office (Reid Street beside Quesnel Bakery) or send a etransfer to sthom3483@outlook.com Pickleball  Registration If you are planning to play competitive pickleball the first league is starting shortly after the outdoor courts open. you will need to register with Pickleball Brackets (www.pickleballbrackets.com) and then make a request under the ‘Club’ heading to join the ‘Quesnel Pickleball Club’. If they haven’t been okayed for doubles play, consideration will be given to running the league as a ‘skinny singles’ league, at least in the beginning.   CMHA of Northern BC  204-488 McLean St. The Canadian Mental Health Association of Northern BC is excited to announce that they are now providing free boxes of fresh produce to those in need in Quesnel. This pilot program was made possible by a generous donation from our local West Fraser Mills and a partnership with Long Table Grocery, with the aim of filling gaps for those on low-income with specialized diets, those who are food insecure with limited access to fresh food sources, and those who are in need but hesitant to access food supports for the first time. The food boxes will consist mainly of fresh produce with the possibility of customization, delivery, and other options, dependent on the individual’s situation. If you have any questions or know people in need, connect with them at 236-424-1998. Free Tax Clinics  Till the end of April Spirit Centre If you have a modest income and a simple tax situation there are volunteers that will do your tax return. If you’d like more information or would like to book an appointment you can call Sharron 250-747-2132, Frank 250-747-2220, or Ron 250-316-0330.

Bliss! Burger Fest for Epilepsy

Friday March 26
462B Anderson Dr. 10 AM – 6:30 PM

Bliss and Quesnel Bakery are teaming up so you can have a fulfilling way of supporting epilepsy! For just $10 you can get a Bliss burger with caesar salad and an old fashion sour cream donut from Quesnel Bakery. They are doing pre-orders only so be sure to call by March 23. 250-992-7066

Youth Soccer

Registration

It’s that time of year again to register for youth soccer! The Quesnel Youth Soccer Association offers programs for kids 3-18 years old. Quesnel Indoor Soccer Centre is BC’s largest free span indoor turf. A late fee of $50 will be applied to all registrations received or paid for after March 31st.

 

Taking Care of Business

Friday March 26
Online 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Join John Singleton as he walks you through best practices for recruiting including postings, methods and expectations. Screening and reviewing applications and interviewing techniques. Engaging and on-boarding to protect your investment. Save Your Seat Today! Takingcareofbusiness.biz

 

Easter Cookie Kits Fundraiser

Mon. March 29 – Thurs. April 1
300-488 McLean St.

The Quesnel Child Development Centre and Quesnel Bakery are presenting their Easter cookie kit fundraiser! Kits are $20 and include: 12 sugar cookies, icing, and sprinkles for families to decorate and eat.  Call, message, or email to order by March 29 for pickup at Q&DCDC on March 31 or April 1. 250-992-2481 or email heidik@quesnelcdc.com.

Easter Colouring Contest

Enter by April 6
Online or Pick up

You can Colour digitally or print off and colour the picture. Then drop off or email them a photo of it at dress4less.thrift@gmail.com by April 6th to be entered in the draw for a family gift basket. Don’t forget to put your name, age, and contact on the sheet (preferably in the top left corner)!

Ducks Unlimited 

Available now

Although they can’t have a banquet this year they have come up with another way for you to support Ducks Unlimited and get your change to win some amazing DUC prizes! They are selling tickets, $20 each or three for $50, that will include an early bird draw. To purchase your tickets please contact Ray Kinloch 250-747-8313, Russ or Pat Bolitho 250-992-3485, Carl Olson 250-992-7749 or Bev Murray @ Hub Insurance 250-983-8809.

Foundations Yoga  

Wednesday’s April 7 – May 26
500 North Star Rd. 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

As a new yogi this class will help you learn the basics.  Foundations Yoga will teach you the in’s and out’s of this relaxing exercise. They will focus on structure and posture as well as more advanced moves that will capture every element including balance and flexibility.  All levels welcome – find your movement! To register go to  https://loom.ly/QsaKSAU

Remembering the North Cariboo 

Thursday April 8
Free Online 1:00 PM  – 2:15 PM

Susan Smith-Josephy will present an illustrated talk about her best selling biography Cataline; The Life of BC’s Legendary Packer. There will be a particular emphasis on his “French Connections” The event will be held via Zoom. Please email ehunter@quesnel.ca for a meeting link prior to 10 am on April 8.

 

Seed Starting

Sunday April 11
Zoom  1:00 PM  – 3:00 PM

Long Table Grocery is hosting Terri Smith for this zoom seed starting meeting.  You can utilize her years of experience gardening in the Cariboo. Terri will talk about seed starting basics: potting soil mix, soil amendments for starting seeds, watering dos and don’ts, where to keep your seedlings, when to pot up, when to harden off, when to transplant, seed choices and more. The class fees are:
$30 Workshop Only- includes workshop, handout and email access for questions
$40 Workshop + Seeds – includes workshop, handout, email access for questions, and your choice of seeds
$50 Workshop + Seeds + Soil (Quesnel only) – includes workshop, handout, email access for questions, your choice of seeds and soil.
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