Long-time local favourite Jim Taylor, known for his rock and roll dances, shows another side of his musical talent with smooth voice and acoustic guitar. Jim goes back to his roots with his huge repertoire, including folk, rock and ’60s and ’70s favourites. Jim’s beautiful rendition of Leonard Cohen’s Hallelujah is not to be missed. Hear him on Friday, Jan. 13 from 6 to 7:30 at the Roberts Creek Legion. Dinner is served from 5 to 9 p.m. There is no cover charge, but tips are appreciated.
Also at the Legion this Saturday, Jan. 14 there is a fundraiser for the Food Bank called the Peanut Butter Jam, with live music by Slightly Twisted and the Drew Camp Band. Members and guests with members are welcome at all Legion events. If you aren’t a member, you can still attend and join on the spot!
Pickleball starts at the Roberts Creek School on Saturday, Jan. 14 from 10 a.m. to noon. Enter via the gym doors on the northwest side of the gym – lots of parking right there. There are three courts for various levels with instruction for beginners the first hour. Paddles are supplied. Drop-in fee is $4.
Water meters are being installed on all properties connected to the Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD) water system. SCRD and Neptune Technology Group (the company that will be installing the water meters) invite you to attend an open house to learn more about the water meter installation process, Jan. 17 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Roberts Creek Hall.
The Sunshine Coast Jazz Society presents their annual fundraising dance, bringing back the popular band Five Alarm Funk to beat up the winter on Saturday, Jan. 21 at Roberts Creek Hall. Doors open at 9 p.m. Tickets are $25 at Strait Music, MELOmania, WOW Gallery or online at share-there.com
Roberts Creek Boot Tales newsletter is back. Saving paper is our goal, so you can now get your copy online. Subscribe to Boot Tales on the RCCA website at www.robertscreekcommunity.ca
The Board of Variance functions independently of the SCRD Board and has the jurisdiction to issue orders with regards to some minor land use issues within the SCRD. If you are interested in serving on this board, you can find more details at www.scrd.ca/Board-of-Variance or by contacting angie.legault@scrd.ca
The 6th Roberts Creek Scout group wishes to thank all who supported the group at their recent bottle drive. If you missed pick-up of bottles, please call 604-741-7282. There are spaces for Beavers (5-7); Cubs (8-10) and Sea Scouts (11-14). Scouts is a co-ed group that offers lots of outdoor activities. Call 604-885-2282 or 604-741-7282.
Enjoy the winter weather and watch for ice. Call me with your news at 604-885-2282, or email gumbootconnection@telus.net
