It is that time of year again when Daylight Savings Time ends and we get an extra hour of sleep. Please remember before going to bed on Saturday (Nov. 1) to turn your clocks, watches, etc back one hour.
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The Squamish Eagle Watch Interpreter Program is beginning its 19th year. Eagle Watch is seeking enthusiastic people to join their team of volunteers for the 2014-2015 season. You are invited to attend the volunteer orientation session on Thursday (Nov. 6) at 7 p.m. in the Squamish Adventure Centre theatre. Families and youth are encouraged to participate in this exciting environmental program and become eagle ambassadors. Consider attending, or, for more information, please contact Judith Knapp at [email protected].
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The Squamish Food Bank will distribute grocery hampers on Wednesday (Nov. 5) from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Alano Club on Third Avenue.
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The Squamish Historical Society is pleased to be presenting: Back to the Future: The 50th Anniversary (1964-2014) of the incorporation of the District of Squamish. This special event will be held in the Sea to Sky Hotel on Saturday (Nov. 29) at 6:50 p.m. The Day Trippers “Beatles” tribute band will be performing, and the evening includes appetizers, canapés, etc and prizes. You will experience a special trip down memory lane. For tickets ($40), please contact Betty at (604) 898-4832 or email [email protected].
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Anyone with tinnitus is asked to email Peter for help at [email protected].
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The Squamish Quilters are offering classes for those wishing to learn the basics of quilt making, and the first of three classes will be held on Wednesday (Nov. 5) at the Sandman Inn from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The other classes are scheduled for Nov. 15 and Dec. 3. The class registration fee is $30. For more information, please call Karen at (604) 815-0166. On Nov. 5 the regular meeting portion of the day commences at 7 p.m. and runs until 9 p.m.
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We all know the municipal election date is Saturday (Nov. 15) and to learn more about the candidates in the running, plan on attending the all-candidates meeting on Wednesday (Nov. 5) at 7 p.m. at the Howe Sound Secondary School gymnasium.
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The annual Seniors Christmas Banquet will be held on Friday (Dec. 12) at the Squamish Seniors Centre. Tickets will go on sale starting Friday 9nov. 12) at the desk in the centre at $20 per person and, cash only please.
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The Screening Mobile Mammography Clinic will be in Squamish from Nov. 17 to 20 and Nov. 24 to 27 at the Shannon Falls Retirement Residence on Third Avenue. To make an appointment, please call toll free to 1 (800) 663-9203.
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A fun evening is always promised for those who participate an those who just enjoy the music at the Acoustic Jam at the Brackendale Art Gallery, and the date is Sunday (Nov. 2) at 7:30 p.m.
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The Downtown Squamish Business Improvement Association is once again offering the Passport to Shop and Win event from Nov. 2 to Dec. 19. Participating merchants will have passports available and some lucky citizen will win $1,000.
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Something new at the Squamish Seniors Centre is “pickleball” and anyone interested in trying out this sport is invited on Wednesdays at 2 p.m. One-on-one computer tutoring is available at 1 p.m. each Wednesday, but please pre-register.
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The Over the Hill Hikers will meet on Tuesday (Nov. 4) at 9 a.m. at Cherry Drive in Valleycliffe for an S&M Connector hike. For more information, call Heather at (604) 892-9003.
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The Tantalus Walking Club will meet on Thursday (Nov. 6) at 10 a.m. at the Valleycliffe Mall for a walk to the dike and back. For more information, call Joyce at (604) 898-5594.
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The Hearts in Motion Walking Club will meet tomorrow 9Friday, Oct. 31) at 10 a.m. at the Extra Foods parking lot for a walk in Garibaldi Estates. For more information, call Yvonne at (604) 898-5268 or me at (604) 815-0152.
