What: CALL
FOR VOLUNTEERS The Canadian Cancer Society is looking for volunteers in
Whistler and Pemberton to help out with their program. Specific positions
include a marketing and communications leader, a secretary, community support
volunteers, and peer support volunteers. For more info, contact Kim at
1-800-229-8288 or
kaubert@bc.cancer.ca
.
When:
Ongoing
Where:
Volunteer page at www.cancer.ca.
What: SEA
TO SKY GREENBELT LAUNCH Smart Growth BC invites you to help refine the vision
for the Sea to Sky Greenbelt initiative, check out land use maps, and have your
questions answered. This event is free, but space is limited. RSVP at
604-915-5234 or ione@smartgrowthbc.ca.
When:
Thursday November 15, 6 – 9 p.m.
Where:
Brackendale Art Gallery
What:
SCREENING MAMOGRAPHY PROGRAM BC women aged 40 to 79 can receive free, regular
mammograms through the Screening Mammography Program by the BC Cancer Agency.
For scheduling, call 1-800-663-9203.
When:
Thursday November 15 – Wednesday November 21
Where:
Whistler Health Care Centre, 4380 Lorimer Rd.
What: FILM
SCREENING “Early Days of the Diamond Head Chalet” is a 30-minute colour film
depicting the construction of the Diamond Head Chalet in the 1940s and 1950s
and subsequent exploration of the Garibaldi Park. Rolf Brandvold, whose parents
built the chalet, will be on hand to speak about the footage. Admission by
donation. For more info, visit
www.squamishhistory.ca
.
When: Friday November 16, show times are 6:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m., and 8:30
p.m.
Where:
Squamish Adventure Centre Theatre
What:
NUTRITION PRESENTATION Naturopathic doctor Peter Bennett will conduct a
presentation on clinical nutrition and strategies for optimal health. Topics
discussed include how to optimize health by eating supplements and how to
prevent fatigues, injuries, and chronic pain. For more info, contact
604-938-3512.
When:
Saturday November 17, 5 p.m.
Where: Summit Lodge
What:
RUMMAGE SALE Whistler’s biggest charity rummage sale provides the prefect
opportunity to stalk up on clothes, bedding, gear, and small household items.
All proceeds will go to the Zero Ceiling Society, a group that offers
innovative snowboard and employment programs at at-risk and street youth from
the Lower Mainland and Sea to Sky corridor.
When:
Saturday November 17, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Where:
TELUS Whistler Conference Centre
What: FREE
YOGA CLASS All are welcome to this free community yoga class presented by LUNA
and Lululemon Athletica. Suitable for beginners and those new to yoga. For more
info, contact 604-902-2015 or
katyoung22@hotmail.com
.
When:
Monday November 19, 6:30 p.m.
Where: MY
MILLENIUM PLACE
What:
BANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL Experience two evenings featuring the world’s best
mountain films and speakers. This event is put on by Escape Route, National
Geographic, and Dunham. For tickets or more info call 604-935-8410.
When: Friday November
22 – Saturday November 24
Where:
MY Millennium Place
What:
BIZARRE BAZAAR This artisan market will feature over 100 artisans from the Sea
to Sky Corridor and across B.C. Crafts available include ceramics, fine art,
wood, glass, jewellery, metal, aromatherapy products, clothing, and more. For
more info, visit the Whistler Arts Council’s website at
www.whistlerartscouncil.com
.
When:
Friday November 23 – Saturday November 24
Where:
TELUS Whistler Conference Centre
What: A NIGHT
WITH DAVID GRANIRER David Granirer will perform stand-up comedy on the lighter
side of mental health at this event organized by Sea to Sky Community Services.
Granirer will talk about his Stand Up for Mental Health program and discuss how
humour can be used to cope with change and adversity. Seating limited. For
reservations or more info, contact
jan.durocher@sscs.ca
.
When:
Wednesday November 28, 6 p.m.
Where:
Gelato Carrina, 38078 Cleveland St., Squamish