Christmas recycling
Do you have a real Christmas tree? It can be recycled for free at all TNRD solid waste sites from now through Jan. 31; just make sure that all lights, decorations, and tinsel have been removed.
Want to know where and when you can take items for recycling? Find the hours of operation for your local solid waste site at tnrd.ca/depothours.
Nerf battle and movie night
The Clinton Minor Sports Association is planning a Glow in the Dark Nerf battle and movie night on Saturday, Jan. 18 at the Clinton Memorial Hall. Youth (up to age 12) can battle it out from 3 to 6:30 p.m., while teens are welcome starting at 7 p.m. The association has purchased more Nerf guns so everyone can play (you can bring your own guns if you like), but please do not bring your own ammunition; they have lots.
Hot dogs and snacks will be served up, and the cost is $10 per family.
Repair café
Volunteers from the 100 Mile Repair Café are coming to the 70 Mile Community Hall (2545 N. Bonaparte Road) from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 18. The aim of the Repair Café is to reduce the waste that gets sent to landfill or incineration, and to change society’s “throw away” mind-set.
You can bring broken household items such as small kitchen appliances, small electronics (no cellphones or laptops), and small power tools and get them repaired (if possible) for free; you can also get advice or seek inspiration. The Repair Café is also looking for more fixers; for more information email 100milerepaircafe@gmail.com or visit the 100 Mile Repair Cafe Facebook page.
Suddenly One
The Suddenly One: Building Connections program has returned, and takes place every other Thursday from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at the Ashcroft Library (private meeting room at the back). The next meeting will be on Thursday, Jan. 23.
Suddenly One is for men and women of all ages who suddenly find themselves alone. The event will feature coffee, tea, and conversation, with people able to share their thoughts, stories, and experiences surrounding loss and living alone. There is no agenda; topics and activities are up to the participants, all in an accessible, respectful, and confidential space.
There is no cost to take part, and participants can attend as many or as few sessions as they would like. For more information, email ashcroft.hospice@gmail.com.
Seedy Saturday
The Cache Beautification Society’s 14th annual Seedy Saturday event is taking place on Saturday, Dec. 1 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Cache Creek Community Hall. It’s a chance to chase away the winter blues and get ready for spring gardening season, with a seed exchange and seeds for sale, speakers, garden advice, information about pollinators, crafts and baking, vendors, a concession, door prizes and more. Admission is free, so get a head start on your garden and celebrate spring!
Family winter carnival
To celebrate its fifth anniversary, Cynders in Clinton is planning a family winter carnival, scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 1 from noon to 3 p.m. There will be food, winter games and activities, and prizes, with more to be announced; watch for more details in next week’s paper.
Help shape DriveBC website
DriveBC is still accepting public feedback on its redesigned web portal, which will replace the existing website some time in 2025. The new site will include a simplified map, clearer event notifications, new advisory features, and better mobile usability.
To provide feedback about the redesigned web portal, visit https://beta.drivebc.ca.
