District 57 Tapestry Singers
Thursday from 3 to 5 p.m. at Quinson elementary school, 251 Ogilvie St. S., the Tapestry Singers would like to invite new members to join them for their tenth season. Junior singers are Grade 4 to 7 students from public schools in the district and the senior singers are Grade 7 to 12 students. Their mission is to create a joyful and beautiful sound to strive for choral excellence. For more information about the upcoming season call 250-964-8184 or e-mail [email protected].
P.G. Kidney Foundation
Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. at the University Hospital of Northern BC , fourth floor Education Room. Special guest speaker is Teri Benedict, Northern Health social worker, who will give a presentation on Advance Care Planning and discussing My Voice Book. Everyone welcome. Contact Diane Duperron 250-962-7958 for more information.
The Hootenanny Tour
Thursday from 7 to 9:15 p.m. at Vanier Hall, 2901 Griffiths Ave., Tim & the Glory Boys, are hitting the road to bring a Worship Hoedown to the stage. It’s a bluegrass inspired night of music and joy, beards, banjos, and blessings for the whole family. Tickets are $10 advance, $15 at the door, $30 family pass (family of 4 to 6). For tickets and more information visit www.timmytour.com.
Duchess Park 40th reunion
Friday at 6 p.m. at the Signature Sandman, 2990 Recreation Place. The class of 76 reunion starts with a meet and greet and registration. No-host bar and appetizers at 7:30.
Teachers from this time period are welcome at the Meet and Greet. Dinner on Saturday starts at 6:30, with cocktails at 5:30 p.m. For more info contact Lynn 250-614-4564 or Terry 250-564-5681.
Observatory Open House
Friday from 8:30 to 11 p.m., at 7365 Tedford Road, the Prince George Astronomical Observatory will hold an open house featuring a talk on the types of asteroids. Telescope viewing to follow depending on the weather. Suggested donation of $2 per person or $5 for a family. For more information visit www.pgrasc.org.
Save the Dome Society Garage and Book Sale
Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Roll-A-Dome, 2588 Recreation Place, the Save the Dome Society will host a Garage and Book Sale as a fundraiser to support the community gathering place. Items available include books, records, DVDs, antiques, coins, archery equipment and lots of miscellaneous treasures. Some tables are still available at $25 each. Admission is free. For more information phone 250-562-0815.
Prince George Automotive Swap Meet
Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Prince George Golf and Curling Club, 301 Recplace Drive, is the sixth annual Automotive Swap Meet, hosted by the Prince George Chapter of The Vintage Car Club of Canada, features parts, cars and collectibles. Find that obscure part your restoration has been waiting for or find the motivation for your next project. Admission is $2. It's not too late to register for a booth or a spot in the car corral. Cost is $25.00 per booth or stall. To register please phone 250-562-4488 or e-mail [email protected].
Third Annual Harvest Feast
Saturday from 7 to 10 p.m. the Prince George Public Library, Bob Harkins branch, will host the Third annual Harvest Feast, which is a library after-hours event featuring food stations and local music. This fundraiser will raise money for children's play sculptures for the Knowledge Garden. Silent auction and cash bar. Tickets are $65 each. For more information visit www.pgpl.ca.
Old Time Fiddlers' Dance
Saturday from 8 p.m. to midnight at Pineview Recreation Centre, 6470 Bendixon Road, there is an Old Time Fiddlers' Dance. Light lunch served and bar available. Live music provided by members of the local Old Time Fiddlers. Time to dust off those dancing shoes and come out to do some polkas, waltzes and two-steps! Entry is $10 per person. For more information visit www.bcfiddlers.com/princegeorge.
Caledonia Ramblers hike
Sunday from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. the Caledonia Ramblers will be leading a strenuous trip to Longworth Lookout on Sunday, Sept. 18. Trailhead is a 115-kilometre drive east of Prince George. The trail length is 6.7 kilometres one way to the lookout, with an elevation gain of 1,077 metres (3,535 feet). The trail winds through a grove of large cedar and hemlock trees and there are great views of the Cariboo and Rocky Mountains and the Fraser River at the lookout tower. For rides meet at the city hall parking lot 10 minutes before the departure time of 7:30 a.m. Car pool fee is $12. For more information e-mail [email protected] or visit caledoniarmablers.ca.
Learn to Square Dance
Mondays at Knox United Church Hall, 1448 Fifth Ave., learn to square dance beginner lessons start at 7 p.m., mainstream lessons at 8 p.m. Membership fee is $115 per year. For more information call Reta at 250-962-2740 or Gys at 250-964-4851 or visit www.northerntwisters.ca.
ALPHA
Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Prince George Pentecostal Church, 497 Ospika Blvd., there is an eleven-week dinner, video & discussion series on life, faith & God. To register or for information call 250 564-7434 or visit www.princegeorgepentecostalchurch.com.
Volunteer PG Board Basics Workshop
Thursday, September 22 from 6 to 9 p.m. in the Keith Gordon Rm, Prince George Public Library,
Volunteer P.G. is excited to offer a series of workshops designed to provide basic board training for volunteers serving our community. These workshops will be facilitated by local experts who have extensive board experience and knowledge of topics relevant to the day-to-day operations of a non-profit organization. The series includes Sept. 22 New Societies Act, Oct. 11 Organizational Structure, Governance & Engaging Volunteers, Oct. 20 Liability, Risk Management & Board Member Responsibilities, Nov. 9 Funding Sources & Financial Accountability. Each session is $5 per session for members and $10 per session for non-members. Register by calling Sarah at Volunteer Prince George at 250-564-0224 or emailing [email protected].
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