Rick Stavely concert
Rick Stavely, well-known local country singer, will be entertaining patrons at the Legion, 1116 Sixth Ave., with doors opening at 8 p.m. Friday. Stavely is a Canadian/Nashville recording artist and song writer with seven Canadian country releases. For more information call 250-562-1292.
World Tai Chi and Qigong Day
Saturday from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Exploration Place local practitioners will join others from around the world who will gather at 10 a.m. in all time zones to perform the Five Section form to celebrate World Healing Day and then local groups will give demonstrations of their activities. Everyone is welcome to attend the event.
Dinner, Silent & Live Auction
Saturday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Zion Lutheran Church & Christian School, 180 Tabor Blvd. S., an annual fundraising event takes place with silent and live auction taking place from 5 - 8 p.m. and is open to the public. Dinner is at 6 p.m. and tickets are $30 and available by calling the school office at 250-562-2777 between 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday to Friday or visit www.zlcs.com.
Giant Garage Sale and Family Fun Day
Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Central Fellowship Baptist Church, 2840 Clapperton St. This event is a fundraiser with proceeds going towards sponsoring a Syrian refugee family. The garage sale has a variety of items up for grabs including clothing, books, household items and furniture. There is live music and cotton candy available. There is a bake sale and children's activities include face painting, balloon animals and games. For more information call Charity at 250-301-9549.
Ferndale Spring Fling Dance
Saturday doors open at 8 p.m. dance is from 8:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. at Ferndale Community Hall, 3595 Upper Fraser Rd. Music provided by the Entertainment Group. Tickets are $15 each. For more information and tickets call 250-963-8791 or 250-963-8856.
Garage Sale and Barbecue
Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. the Prince George RC Legion Branch 43 will hold a garage sale and barbecue at the Hyundai Dealership, 2021 Highway 16. All proceeds to the Legion. For more information call 250-562-1292 or visit their Facebook page at Legion 43 PG.
Balkan Shmalkan
Saturday with doors opening at 8 p.m. the Legion at 1116 Sixth Ave. presents Balkan Shmalkan, east Vancouver's sweet dance party orchestra, which is exceptionally versatile and mobile, playing on and off stage with nothing more than the power of their lungs and a few horns. For information call 250-562-1292.
Pancake Breakfast
Sunday from 7:30 to 11 a.m. at Pineview Hall, 6470 Bendixon Rd. there is a pancake breakfast, which is a fundraiser for the Keim World Team for the Cancer Walk Relay for Life. For more information call 250-963-7056.
Pancake Breakfast
Sunday from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Hart Pioneer Centre, 6986 Hart Highway. Everyone is welcome to attend. For more information call 250-962-6712.
Steps for Life
Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Masich Place Stadium, Steps for Life - Walking for Families of Workplace Tragedy - is a fun 5 km fundraising walk to help support families affected by workplace tragedy The walk aims to educate the community about the devastating ripple effects of each workplace tragedy and how we can work together to prevent others being injured or killed on the job. Check out the facebook page https://www.facebook.com/Steps-for-Life-PrinceGeorge-BC-959875207436541/ for more details.
YMCA Healthy Kids Day
Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Canada Games Plaza for free family fun including activity booths such as face painting, crafts, bannock, the bouncy train and there's an events stage with special guest Ironman, Healthy Kids Karaokee, Zumba, Yoga and other surprises.
Bring the whole family. For more information visit www.nbcy.org.
Walk for Alzheimer's
Sunday 1 p.m. is registration, 1:30 start. The Investors Group Walk for Alzheimer's at the UNBC Northern Sport Centre, 3333 University Way, is a great opportunity for communities to rally around this increasingly prevalent disease. It's a fun way to raise awareness and much needed funds that can make a world of difference in the lives of Canadians affected. Please attend this fun filled event and Make Memories Matter. For more information visit www.walkforalzheimers.ca.
Ring In Spring
Sunday at 6:30 p.m. at the Zion Lutheran Church, 180 Tabor Blvd. S., come and enjoy an evening of handbells with Synergy Handbell Choir and Synergy Quartet. Admission is by donation. For more information visit www.synergyhandbellchoir.com.
Save the Dome
Sunday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Roll A Dome, 2588 Recreation Place, Save the Dome is a family fun skate party and everyone is welcome to attend.
Caledonia Ramblers hike
Sunday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. the Caledonia Ramblers will be leading a moderate hike to Towler Falls near Quesnel. The hike will take three to four hours and cover about five kilometres over gentle slopes. Meet at the city hall parking lot at 7:50 a.m. Car pool fee is $13. Club membership is $30 per year but newcomers are allowed two free trips before deciding whether to join. For more information on the hike or the club, e-mail [email protected].
International Compost Awareness Week
Monday to Friday, May 6 from 2 to 3 p.m. at REAPS Compost Demonstration Garden, 1950 Gorse St., celebrate International Compost Awareness Week from May 2 to 6. Learn to reuse vegetable waste, instead of allowing it to be trucked off to the landfill. Learn how to compost and have all of questions answered with REAPS this week. For more information visit www.reaps.org.
Cultural Adventures
Tuesday at 6 p.m. at AiMHi, 950 Kerry St., in the Gathering Place B & C, Cultural Adventures presents the feature of the month South Korea with special guest speaker and pianist Sun Jung Kim. Refreshment provided and this event is free. For more information call 250-564-6408, ext. 316.
Spring Ultimate Frisbee
Tuesday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Spruceland Elementary, 3805 Rainbow Dr., Prince George Disc Sports' registration for Spring Recreational Pick-Up Ultimate. The Spring Pick-Up League runs Tuesdays from May 3 to June 28. Registration is $25. For more information visit www.pgultimate.bc.ca.
Sustainable Agriculture
Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. at 1950 Gorse St., REAPS hosts Jody Holmes presenting a series of six presentations from April to September. Each month Jody will present on a different environmental topic sharing his passion, interest and knowledge. This month’s topic is sustainable agriculture. Learn how to grow food using organic fertilizers, biological controls, and primarily mechanical methods of weed control and harvesting. For more information on the series call 250-561-7327 or e-mail [email protected].
Biannual reporting meeting
Tuesday from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Coast Inn of the North the Municipal Pension Retirees Association invites members to meet the provincial executive and find out the status of pension plans. For more information call Bernice at 1-250-568-2292.
A Man and his Models
Until May 14 Prince George Railway and Forestry Museum, 850 River Road, will honour one of its most generous volunteers Roy Groeneveld with the exhibit called a Man and his Models. Groeneveld worked as a C.N.R. Locomotive Crane Operator from 1957 through 1966. He generously donated many of his intricate models to the museum. For more information call 250-563-7351.
Spruce Capital Seniors
Mondays from 1 to 3 p.m. join the Spruce Capital Seniors at the Recreation Centre, 3701 Rainbow Dr., for crib, while Tai Chi goes from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. for a drop in fee of $2. For more information call 250-563-6450.
PG Cariboo Toastmasters
Every Monday from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at 3330 22nd Avenue, first floor room 1-317, come to Communicate With Confidence. From public speaking, presentations to general conversations, Cariboo Toastmasters will strengthen your communication skills and boost your confidence. Meetings are every Monday except for stat holidays. For more information contact Kerry at 250-962-2270 or e-mail [email protected].
KidsZone is a fun, safe, free, weekly club for kids ages 5-12. The clubs feature games, snacks, music and teaching time with Bible stories from 2:30 to 4 p.m. on days listed. Mondays, Pinewood Elementary in the gym, Tuesdays at Heather Park Elementary in the Multi-Purpose Room and Thursdays, Lac Des Bois in the Weight Room. Consent forms available from the KidsZone staff at each school in the designated room. A ministry of Child Evangelism Fellowship. For more information call 250-963-1440.
PGRH retirees breakfast
First Tuesday of each month the retirees from PGRH and UHNBC are invited to have breakfast at 9 a.m. at the PG Golf and Curling Club. All retirees welcome. For more information call 250-563-7497.
Breast Cancer Support Group
Every first and third Tuesday of every month from 7 to 9 p.m. at St. Michael's Anglican Church, 1505 Fifth Ave. Informal conversations about individual breast cancer journeys and experiences from diagnosis through treatment to life after breast cancer. Offering emotional support, encouragement, and a listening ear. Talk with women who have 'been there, done that' and help each other move forward one day at a time. Join the closed group on facebook.com/groups/breastcancersupportgroupinprincegeorge.
Every Voice Community Choir
Every Tuesday and Thursday from 3 to 4 p.m. at AiMHi, 950 Kerry St. in Room B & C, anyone who likes to sing is welcome to join the choir conducted by music teacher Michelle Genereux. One time registration fee is $10. For more information call 250-564-6408 ext. 316.
Canasta
Tuesdays and Thursdays play canasta from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Spruce Capital Seniors Recreation Centre, 3701 Rainbow Dr. Entry fee is $1. For more information call 250-563-6450.
TOPS Prince George
Every Tuesday at 6:45 p.m. at the Northwood Motor Inn, 2280 Hart Hwy, and every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. at Knox United Church, 1448 5th Ave, be part of a weight loss non-profit, non-judgemental organization that cares for your overall health and wellness. Call Lynn at 250-964-4851 or visit www.tops.org. Fee is $36.
Buddhist Meditation Class
Tuesday from 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. at 320 Vancouver Street there is Buddhist meditation class and everyone is welcome. For more information [email protected] or 250-962-6876.
COPD Support Group
Wednesdays from 1 to 3 p.m. at AiMHi Gymnasium, 950 Kerry Street. The SOBs (Short of Breath) meet every Wednesday. They offer exercises, tips and advice from a physiotherapist, guest speakers and lots of laughs. For more information visit www.pgcopdsupportgroup.ca.
Bingo
Every Wednesday from 1 to 3 p.m. there is bingo at the Spruce Capital Seniors, 3701 Rainbow Drive. Everyone 19+ is welcome to join in the fun. For more information call 250-563-6450.
Awana Children's Club
Every Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Hartland Baptist Church, 6599 Driftwood Road, bring children to a fun and engaging weekly club that focuses on teaching children about Jesus and Bible memory. For more information call 250-962-8641.
Fiddlers' Jam Sessions
Every Thursday 7 to 9:30 p.m. at the Elder Citizen's Recreation Association, 1692 Tenth Ave. Jam Nights include group old-time fiddle lessons for all ages and all-instrument group jamming. Musicians are welcome to join in the music, and non-musicians are welcome to come listen, dance and visit with friends.
Tai Chi
Every Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. at Knox United Church basement, 1448 Fifth Ave., learn 8 brocade qigong, 9-form and 108-form tai chi. This will improve flexibility, balance, memory, reflexes and help participants sleep better. Wear loose clothing and non-marking shoes. $5 drop-in or $10 per month.
Crib and Darts at the Legion
Every Thursday at 7 p.m. there is crib and blind-draw dart games at the Prince George Legion, 1116 Sixth Ave. For members $3 and non members $4. For more information call 250-562-1292.
Prince George Toastmasters
Every Thursday from 6:45 to 9:30 p.m. at AimHi, 950 Kerry Street. Prince George Toastmasters has been meeting since August 1977. As the second oldest club in Prince George, BC, we have helped hundreds of people be more effective public speakers and leaders in their community.
For more information visit www.pgtoastmasters.com.
Crown Market
Every Friday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 3955 Hart Highway. This is an indoor market featuring antiques, vintage and retro collectibles, furniture, crystal, art, pottery, jewelry, baked goods, produce as well as eggs, honey and frozen meat products. For more information call Rich 250-301-9224.
Meat draws at the Legion
Every Friday and Saturday from 4 to 6 p.m., and Sundays from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Prince George Legion, 1116 Sixth Ave. For more information call 250-562-1292.
Cardiac Support Group
The last Friday of every month from noon to 1 p.m., Room 304, Victoria Medical Building, 1669 Victoria Street. Everyone 18 years and older who has heart health issues is welcome to join this free group. For more information e-mail [email protected].
Prince George Year Round Farmers' Market
Every Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1074 Sixth Avenue. Find the best of local 'Grow It - Bake It - Make It' the city has to offer. Food, live music, crafts, flowers, pet treats, jewelry, vegan and gluten-free products, knitting, leather goods. Check out the website for a complete list of vendors and products at www.farmersmarketpg.ca.
Tea Time for the Soul
Every Saturday from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Prince George Hospice Society, 1506 Ferry Ave., where those who are grieving the death of a loved one have the chance to come and share their grief story. There is tea and cookies in a casual setting at no charge. For more information visit www.hospiceprincegeorge.ca.
Crib tournament
First Saturday of the month there is a crib tournament at the Spruce Capital Seniors Recreation Centre, 3701 Rainbow Drive. Registration is at 10 a.m. play begins at 11 a.m. $10 per person. For more information call 250-563-6450.
Volunteer Opportunities
There are volunteer opportunities with more than 125 organizations throughout Prince George. For more information contact Volunteer Prince George by calling 250-564-0224 or visit www.volunteerpg.com or e-mail [email protected].
A Butler's Market on 4th
Every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 1156 Fourth Ave. find hidden treasures and antiques in this indoor market, featuring a variety of items from many vendors. For more information call 250-961-1954.
Heartbeat
Every community experiences death by suicide. When an intentionally self-inflicted death occurs families and friends suffer a magnitude of isolated, complicated grief. Because the grief that follows suicide is different from grief resulting from other causes of death the Canadian Mental Health Association formed HEARTBEAT, a group of mutual support for those who have suffered loss through suicide. For more information contact Sandy at 250-961-9330 or e-mail [email protected] or visit heartbeatsurvivorsaftersuicide.org.
Story Time at Books & Co.
Every Saturday at 10 a.m. at 1685 Third Avenue enthusiastic storyteller Kayli entertains the children with books and crafts, offering the grown ups a chance to relax in the cafe or browse the bookstore. There is no charge for this event.
Beginners Yoga 101
First Sunday of the month from 11 a.m. to noon at Chinook Yoga Studio, 320 Vancouver St., there is a one hour free workshop in a safe environment where everyone is new. Over the course of this workshop a brief background of yoga is provided and the guests are taken through the foundational postures one at a time, and receive alignment cues, emphasizing what is most important. This is a great opportunity for students to experience what a yoga class is like and experience some of the benefits of a yoga practice. For more information visit www.chinookyoga.com.
CoffeeHouse Sundays
Every Sunday from 2 to 6 p.m. at Cafe Voltaire in Books & Co., 1685 Third Ave. Dedicated to promoting and encouraging local music, everyone can attend CoffeeHouse Sundays where there is a welcoming stage, local hosts, a variety of talent and great coffee. All ages welcome. For more information contact Lisa 778-349-7136 or checkout the website at www.booksandcompany.ca.
There's been some scheduling changes at The Citizen so to see your upcoming event in the Bulletin Board please submit it online by Thursday at noon from now on, which is a week in advance of the publishing date. We'll run your notice free of charge, space permitting, at www.princegeorgecitizen.com/community/submit-event or if the Internet is not your thing, call Christine Hinzmann at 250-960-2773.
