In the Community

The Royal Astronomical Society presents Captain Cook and the Transit of Venus 1769 a talk by club member and historian Gary Little tonight (Friday) at the Sunshine Coast Art Centre.

About 80 people came out to learn about Young Life (YL) and it's possible future on the Coast May 4 at the Sunshine Coast Botanical Garden's Sparling Pavilion in West Sechelt.

Who are the role models and influencers for youth today music, TV, movies, video games, social media networks and athletes; in addition to friends and family. Some of these influences can be very positive and others negative.

When a community shares a vision, many years of hard work, communication and extensive planning future generations benefit.

Scattered rain drops couldn't dampen spirits at the 11th annual April Tools Wooden Boat Challenge in Pender Harbour on Saturday, April 28. Teams set up tents over their building spaces, and gathered at 10 a.m.

It's the time people have been waiting for - the 45th annual Sechelt Garden Club plant sale. Always held just before Mother's Day, this occasion provides everyone with an opportunity to gather at the Seaside Centre on Saturday, May 12 from 10 a.m.

An exciting project has been happening at Ecole du Pacifique since January and it culminates in a craft show and Cabane à Sucre at the Seaside Centre in Sechelt this Saturday (May 5) from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

While Earth Day (April 22) acts as an annual reminder to take an active role in protecting and preserving the environment, the Habitat for Humanity Sunshine Coast ReStore provides the opportunity for Coasters to practice these principles year round.

The Sunshine Coast Branch of the BC SPCA invites you to an animal-themed day of fun on Sunday, May 6. The event, presented by Hill's Science Diet, takes place from noon to 3 p.m. at the Sunshine Coast SPCA located at 4376 Solar Rd. in Wilson Creek.

Kids in Motion (KIM) fund was formed by Sunshine Coast Community Services Society (SCCSS) to help children with disabilities participate in community-based sports and leisure programs with able-bodied children, but participation in these programs oft