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The Sunshine Coast has its tales of bootlegger and pirates, evidenced by the names of popular destinations such as Secret Cove, Pirate Rock and the infamous Smuggler Cove. Luckily, those times are long past and there is no more need for smuggling booze, especially when we have three fine distilleries right here on the Sunshine Coast.

Ballet companies deliver traditional triumphs

This is the 17th consecutive year the Woodcrafters Guild has made gifts at Christmastime for those in need.

And tales of troublesome turkeys past

In a frenetic age more fragmented than ever, the quilter’s art sows consolation. Haphazard scraps and heirloom cloth find new life in geometric harmonies. Timeworn clothing—a child's shirt, threadbare trousers, a vintage necktie—is transfigured into embroidered mosaics. 

When sun, Earth and moon align and are at their closest, tidal forces are about 19 per cent greater than average.

BC Ferries announces multiple cancellations for December 24 between Saltery Bay and Earls Cove terminals

Also, great weather and great parade for 2022 Sail Pass

Community church Christmas Eve service is at 4 p.m.