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The Sunshine Coast NewComersClub is celebrating a milestone. InDecember they surpassed 200members; all are people who are new residents on the Sunshine Coast.

The Sunshine Coast NewComersClub is celebrating a milestone.

InDecember they surpassed 200members; all are people who are new residents on the Sunshine Coast. For a small annual fee of $10, members have access to a ready social network through activities such as hiking, men's poker, house concerts, wine tasting evenings, book clubs, neighbourhood coffee mornings, and pub nights.

The club hosts a membership lunch at noon every second Tuesday of the month at the Sunshine Coast Golf and Country Club in Roberts Creek.

The next one is Jan. 14. For more information contact Debbie at 604-885-5971 or Lise at 778-458-2205.

The West Howe Sound Area Planning Commission (APC) is looking for new members. Here's an opportunity to discover and discuss the hot planning and land use topics in your neighbourhood before they occur, from zoning changes to new bylaws. To apply submit a letter outlining your interests and experience to Angie Legault via email Angie.Legault@scrd.ca by Jan. 15.

If you'd like me to mention your event, please email the details to laurahou@telus.net or phone 604-886-0415. This column is published every second week throughout the year.