Consider attending the Memory Tree Celebration at On the Farm Market on Mamquam Road tomorrow evening, Friday (Nov. 28) at 6 p.m., when the Memory Tree will be lit and reflected on loved ones who have passed. This annual tradition is co-hosted by the Squamish Hospice Society and the Squamish Funeral Chapel. The evening includes Christmas caroling while enjoying warm drinks. The society is a registered non-profit organization and your generous donations ensure that is can continue to offer free bereavement programs and hospice care to the dying and their families in the Sea to Sky Corridor.
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The Women’s Auxiliary to Squamish General Hospital holds its annual Christmas Bazaar and Raffle on Saturday, Nov. 29 from 10 a.m. to noon in the Squamish United Church on Fourth Avenue. Members have been knitting, sewing and craft making with gift-giving in mind. Christmas baking and more will fill the tables and before you leave, pause for a coffee and donut. Raffle winners will be drawn at noon with the cash prizes of $300, $200 and $100. All proceeds from this event go towards purchasing medical equipment for the hospital.
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The 19th Eagle Watch season for the Squamish Eagle Watch interpreters begins on Saturday, Nov. 29 with the opening ceremony at 10 a.m. at the Brackendale dike Eagle Run viewing location on Government Road. Starting on Nov. 30, Eagle Watch volunteers will be on the dike each weekend, through to some time in February from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. During the Christmas holiday period, volunteers will be on hand to share their expertise. It is a great place to take family and friends and, don’t forget to take your camera along. For more information, contact Dr. Judith Knapp at [email protected] or call 604-898-2072.
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The Squamish Food Bank will distribute grocery hampers on Wednesday, Dec. 3 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Alano Club on Third Avenue.
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Antony Holland, a 93-year old entertainer and Order of Canada recipient, will be at the Brackendale Art Gallery on Saturday, Nov. 29 at 8 p.m. with his program entitled Not Going Gentle. Tickets at $20 each are available at Xocolatl and the BAG.
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For the next three weekends, Nov. 29 and 30, Dec. 6 and 7 and Dec. 13 and 14, the West Coast Railway Heritage Park will be the location for the popular Polar Express and all it has to offer for youngsters and adults alike. The CN Roundhouse and Conference Centre will be all decked out as the “North Pole” with activities planned for all the family. For tickets for the Polar Express, please call 604-229-1103.
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The next Quest University series at the Squamish Public Library will be held on Thursday, Dec. 4 at 6:30 p.m. Justin Busch’s subject will be Art and Action: with H.G. Wells and Henry James, who had famous fights over the power of fiction.
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The Squamish Quilters Guild will meet at the Sandman Hotel on Wednesday, Dec. 3 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. when members will work on their own projects. The evening portion of the day takes place from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. If you wish more information, please call 604-898-1431.
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The Sea to Sky Singers will be presenting The Glory of Christmas featuring Gloria by Vivaldi and performances will be held on Saturday, Dec. 6 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 7 at 2 p.m. in St. John’s Anglican Church. Local soloists include soprano Teira Andreef, Naomi Radawiec and Eliza Carter. The choir is in the capable hands of director Veronica McPhee, assistant director Aaron Purdie and new accompanist Sydney Sproul. The performances will also include the traditional sing-along and carols. Tickets are available at the Newport Market, Concrete Blonde and at the door at $15 each and children 12 years and under will be admitted free of charge.
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Due to low ticket sales and lack of community interest, the 50th anniversary of the District of Squamish event on Saturday, Nov. 29 at the Sea to Sky Hotel is cancelled. Please email [email protected] for a full refund of your tickets.
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An event not to be missed each year is Carol’s Carols; it will be held at Squamish United Church on Fourth Avenue on Sunday, Dec. 7 at 6:30 p.m. The super-organizer is Carol Grolman, and along with the wonderful music and caroling, it is a fundraiser for Community Christmas Care and your generosity will be much appreciated. Participants include the Brackendale School Choir, the Sweet Harmony Singers and a number of well-known soloists.
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The Over the Hill Hikers will meet on Tuesday, Dec. 2 at 9 a.m. at the Adventure Centre for a Capilano Dam/Park Royal hike. For more information, call Heather at 604-892-9003.
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The Tantalus Walking Club will meet on Thursday, Dec. 4 at 10 a.m. at the golf course parking lot for a walk around the golf course and spawning channels. For more information, call Joyce at 604-898-5594.
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The Hearts in Motion Walking Club will meet tomorrow, Friday (Nov. 28) at 10 a.m. at the far end of the Squamish Cemetery on Government Road for a trail walk. For more information, call Yvonne at 604-898-5268 or me at 604-815-0152.
