Le Cercle des Canadiens Francais of Prince George invites the community to participate in more than a dozen activities spotlighted during its week-long winter festival.
-- A local Francophone artists exhibit is on now through Feb. 7 at Two River art gallery at no charge.
-- Jan. 30 at 8 p.m. - 50th anniversary concert and dance with Edith Butler, also known as Mother Acadia is at the Columbus Community Centre, 7201, Domano Blvd. Opening show features Les Colons Biens, a local folk dance group. For tickets call 250-561-2665.
-- Feb. 1 - Preschool story time at 10:30 a.m. at the Cercle des French Canadiens, 1752 Fir St.
-- Feb. 1 and 2 - School workshops with Edith Butler at Westwood Mennonite Church, 2658 S Ospika Blvd.
-- Feb. 3 - Seniors' luncheon at Exploration Place at 11:45 a.m. RSVP to 250-561-2565; Free Movie Night at 6:30 p.m. at CNC.
-- Feb. 4 - Free hockey game and family skating at 6:30 p.m. at College Heights Community Rink.
-- Feb. 6 - Sugar Shack event at St. Mary's Hall, 1088 Gillette St. Events include:
Free amateur sculpture contest from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Free demo dog sleigh ride and the parade at 11:45 a.m.
Brunch served at 10:45 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. Advance tickets at 250-561-2565.
Free horse sleigh ride and cross-cut, snowshoe and hammering competition from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Toffee on the snow from 12 to 1:30 p.m.
Draws and silent auction at 1:30 p.m.