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SUMMARY:Blind Bay Coffee House & Open Mic
DESCRIPTION:Blind Bay Coffee House & Open Mic \nDrop in Fee $5
URL:https://www.southshuswapchamber.com/event/81974/
LOCATION:Blind Bay Community Hall\, 2510 Blind Bay road\, Sorrento\, British Columbia\, V0E 1H1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Music event
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SUMMARY:The Writer's Nook
DESCRIPTION:Do you like to write? \n\nWRITER’S NOOK at the South Shuswap Library\n\n\n\nWelcome local Writers!\n\n\n\nEveryone is welcome to our local Writer’s Nook meeting the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month. No registration required\, Drop-Ins welcome.\n\n\n\nSeptember 10 & 24\, October 8 & 22\, November 12 & 26\, December 10\n1:00 PM – 3:00 PM\n\n\n\nSouth Shuswap Library Branch\n#1-2425 Golf Course Drive\, Blind Bay BC
URL:https://www.southshuswapchamber.com/event/writers-nook-2/
LOCATION:South Shuswap Library\, #1 - 2425 Golf Course Drive\, Blind Bay\, British Columbia\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251124T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251124T171500
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T230913Z
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SUMMARY:Grief & Loss Support Group
DESCRIPTION:• Finding healing through connection & movement \n• Blind Bay Hall — Lower Level \n• Mondays from Nov 10 to Dec 15\, 2025 \n• 3:30-5:15pm \n• REGISTER: lisamarie@shuswapcounselling.ca
URL:https://www.southshuswapchamber.com/event/grief-loss-support-group-3/
LOCATION:Blind Bay Community Hall\, 2510 Blind Bay road\, Sorrento\, British Columbia\, V0E 1H1\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Copper Island Health & Wellness Center":MAILTO:lisamarie@shuswapcounselling.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251122T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251122T140000
DTSTAMP:20260524T090528
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SUMMARY:Sorrento Community Hall Christmas Market
DESCRIPTION:Come out for a fun day of shopping by supporting your local Shuswap artisans and small businesses while crossing off your Christmas lists. \n\nThere will be over 60 vendors with a variety of artisanal creations\, both upstairs at Sorrento Community Hall and downstairs at the SDIS (Sorrento Drop-In Society)!\n\nWe will have a lunch concession available as well as 50/50 tickets and the Piecemakers Quilters will be doing a raffle for a homemade quilt.\n\nCan’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://www.southshuswapchamber.com/event/sorrento-community-hall-christmas-market/
LOCATION:Sorrento Community Hall\, 1150 passchaendaele road\, Sorrento\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art event,Community Event,Festival,Market
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251119T150000
DTSTAMP:20260524T090528
CREATED:20251113T195510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T235123Z
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SUMMARY:Women Minding Their Business (North Shuswap)
DESCRIPTION:The North Shuswap Chamber of Commerce presents ‘Women Minding Their Business’! \nThe day includes fantastic keynote speakers including: \nJoanne Mason –  Executive Director\, Community Futures Shuswap\nhttps://www.beyourfuture.ca/ \nKari Wilkinson-Toliver: Graphic Designer and Brand Expert. Speaking about ‘Importance of Branding your Business’ and the ‘Being a part of your community as a business owner’.\nhttps://toliverdesign.com/ \nKailee\, Lindsay and Gena-Shuswap Cider speaking to how they met at the “Shuswap Women Who Wine” group and went on to build a successful business.\nhttps://www.shuswapcider.com/ \n  \nLunch will be provided by Lakeside Local. Afternoon tastings with Shuswap Cider and Celista Estate Winery.\nhttps://www.lakesidelocalfoodtruck.com/ \nHeadshots are a key part of your brand identity! Janis Smith will be on site ready to snap your next business ready profile pic. Take advantage while you can!\nhttps://www.facebook.com/JanisSmithPhotography/ \nThis is a free event hosted by Community Futures Shuswap and the North Shuswap Chamber. \nLet’s celebrate Women entrepreneurs!
URL:https://www.southshuswapchamber.com/event/women-minding-their-business/
LOCATION:North Shuswap Community Center\, 5456 Squilax Anglemont Road\, Celista\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Community Event,Women
ORGANIZER;CN="North Shuswap Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:executivedirector@northshuswapbc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251117T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251117T171500
DTSTAMP:20260524T090528
CREATED:20251117T230717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T230929Z
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SUMMARY:Grief & Loss Support Group
DESCRIPTION:• Finding healing through connection & movement \n• Blind Bay Hall — Lower Level \n• Mondays from Nov 10 to Dec 15\, 2025 \n• 3:30-5:15pm \n• REGISTER: lisamarie@shuswapcounselling.ca
URL:https://www.southshuswapchamber.com/event/grief-loss-support-group-2/
LOCATION:Blind Bay Community Hall\, 2510 Blind Bay road\, Sorrento\, British Columbia\, V0E 1H1\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Copper Island Health & Wellness Center":MAILTO:lisamarie@shuswapcounselling.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251115T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251115T230000
DTSTAMP:20260524T090528
CREATED:20251006T025513Z
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SUMMARY:Winter is coming dance
DESCRIPTION:Winter is Coming Dance  – A Fundraiser for Copper Island Health and Wellness CenterJoin us at the Shuswap Lake Estates Community Center to celebrate the change of seasons.-Live Music by The Serious Dogs-Snacks Included-Cash Bar-50/50 Draw-Saturday November 15th – Doors open at 7pm-Tickets $35 – Available for purchase at Copper Island Health and Wellness Center Monday-Friday 12pm-4pm-Contact Alysha at 250-675-2196 or cisrcbb@gmail.com for detailsWe look forward to dancing the night away with this wonderful community
URL:https://www.southshuswapchamber.com/event/winter-is-coming-dance-2/
LOCATION:Shuswap Lake Estates Community Center\, shuswaplakeestates.com Shuswap Lake Estates 2405 Centennial\, Sorrento BC V0E\, Blind Bay\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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SUMMARY:Sorrento Community Hall Winter Dance
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.southshuswapchamber.com/event/sorrento-community-hall-christmas-craft-market/
LOCATION:Shuswap Lake Estates Community Center\, shuswaplakeestates.com Shuswap Lake Estates 2405 Centennial\, Sorrento BC V0E\, Blind Bay\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Market,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251110T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251110T203000
DTSTAMP:20260524T090528
CREATED:20251006T025146Z
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SUMMARY:Jive Swing lessons at Cedar Heights
DESCRIPTION:Grab a partner and a pair of dance shoes. Sign up for Jive Swing lessons at Cedar Heights.
URL:https://www.southshuswapchamber.com/event/jive-swing-lessons-at-cedar-heights-4/
LOCATION:Cedar Height Community Association\, 2316 Lakeview Drive\, Sorrento\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251110T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251110T170000
DTSTAMP:20260524T090528
CREATED:20251117T230200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T230250Z
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SUMMARY:Grief & Loss Support Group
DESCRIPTION:• Finding healing through connection & movement \n• Blind Bay Hall — Lower Level \n• Mondays from Nov 10 to Dec 15\, 2025 \n• 3:30-5:15pm \n• REGISTER: lisamarie@shuswapcounselling.ca
URL:https://www.southshuswapchamber.com/event/grief-loss-support-group/
LOCATION:Blind Bay Community Hall\, 2510 Blind Bay road\, Sorrento\, British Columbia\, V0E 1H1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251108T140000
DTSTAMP:20260524T090528
CREATED:20251006T024006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T024006Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas artisan market
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars the very popular Christmas Artisan Market is going to be held at Cedar Heights Social Centre November 8th\, get a jump on your Christmas shopping!
URL:https://www.southshuswapchamber.com/event/christmas-artisan-market/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Special Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Cedar Height Community Association":MAILTO:info@cedarheightscommunity.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251103T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251103T170000
DTSTAMP:20260524T090528
CREATED:20251006T025031Z
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SUMMARY:Jive Swing lessons at Cedar Heights
DESCRIPTION:Grab a partner and a pair of dance shoes. Sign up for Jive Swing lessons at Cedar Heights.
URL:https://www.southshuswapchamber.com/event/jive-swing-lessons-at-cedar-heights-3/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251031T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251031T190000
DTSTAMP:20260524T090528
CREATED:20251004T031845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251004T031845Z
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SUMMARY:Trick or treat trail & fun
DESCRIPTION:JOIN THE VILLAGE GROCER TREAT TRAIL & FUN!Hey neighbours! We’re excited to invite all our Blind Bay and Sorrento friends to be part of this year’s Village Grocer Treat Trail & Fun! If you’re decorating your home for Halloween and want to welcome trick-or-treaters on October 31st\, let us know! Just send your address to ashley@bbvg.ca or pop by either of our stores to sign up by October 24th. We’ll put together a handy map so everyone knows where the fun is happening!Kiddos in costume\, make sure to kick off your trick-or-treating adventure on October 31st at our Blind Bay store parking lot from 4 PM – 7 PM! We’ll have a mini haunted house\, games\, a photo booth\, warm burn barrels\, and treat bags. We will also have hot dogs\, chips and pop with proceeds going to our local Fire Departments.Let’s keep traditions alive in our little rural community and make this Halloween one to remember. We can’t wait to see you there!https://www.villagegrocer.ca/
URL:https://www.southshuswapchamber.com/event/trick-or-treat-trail-fun/
LOCATION:Blind Bay Village Grocer
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251029T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251029T133000
DTSTAMP:20260524T090528
CREATED:20251007T163512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251011T061723Z
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SUMMARY:Governance Training Online
DESCRIPTION:Boost your board skills!\nJoin Deb McClelland for an online Governance Training perfect for current and future board members!\n\n\n\nOct 15 • Oct 22 • Oct 29\n12:00 – 1:30 PM (online)\n\nMembers $65 • Non-members $90 \n\n\n\n-Understand your role as a director\n-Run efficient\, impactful meetings\n-Build a stronger organization\n\n\n\nTo register by email: manager@southshuswapchamber.com\nFor payments please send EMT\n\nWho Is Deb McClelland?\nDeb McClelland is a veteran leader in the non-profit and governance space\, with decades of experience guiding boards and organizations to become more effective. She is the founder and principal of OnBOARD Training\, offering workshops\, online courses\, and consulting in board governance and strategic planning. \nSome highlights of her background: \n\n\nShe served as Executive Director of the Kamloops Chamber of Commerce for 19 years\, during which time she worked with the board through governance transitions. \n\n\nShe has been involved on national and provincial boards over more than 35 years. \n\n\nShe has studied governance extensively (over 20 years) and has a reputation for making governance accessible\, practical\, and even (yes) fun. \n\n\nShe has been recognized for her work: Executive of the Year (provincial level)\, and she’s a Fellow of the BC Chamber of Commerce\, among other accolades. \n\n\n\nDeb’s Governance Training: What She Offers & Her Approach\nDeb’s governance training is designed to support boards\, nonprofit staff\, and leaders in mastering the roles\, responsibilities\, and dynamics that make governance effective and sustainable. Her offerings combine practical tools\, real-world examples\, and engaging facilitation. \nHere are key elements of her training: \nCore Topics & Modules\nHer workshops and webinars often cover:\nThe RulesUnderstanding the fundamentals of governance: what a board should (and should not) do\, bylaws\, policies\, terms of reference\, accountability structures. \nThe StrategyHow to structure the board’s year\, set agendas\, develop a strategic plan\, and align board work with organizational goals. The PlayersBoard composition\, recruiting directors\, committee structure\, performance evaluation\, and director development. \nShe also offers more specialized sessions like “Effective Committees\,” board president leadership\, and deeper dives into board development. \nPhilosophy & Style\n\n\nDeb believes that governance\, when well structured\, can be fun\, clear\, and manageable rather than cumbersome. \n\n\nShe emphasizes practical application over theory: boards should leave with actionable plans\, clarity in roles\, and renewed confidence. \n\n\nHer training is inclusive and designed to engage all board members\, not just those already familiar with governance.
URL:https://www.southshuswapchamber.com/event/governance-training-online-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="South Shuswap Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:manager@southshuswapchamber.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251027T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251027T203000
DTSTAMP:20260524T090528
CREATED:20251006T024947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T024947Z
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SUMMARY:Jive Swing lessons at Cedar Heights
DESCRIPTION:Grab a partner and a pair of dance shoes. Sign up for Jive Swing lessons at Cedar Heights.
URL:https://www.southshuswapchamber.com/event/jive-swing-lessons-at-cedar-heights-2/
LOCATION:Cedar Height Community Association\, 2316 Lakeview Drive\, Sorrento\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251025T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251025T230000
DTSTAMP:20260524T090528
CREATED:20251004T031556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251004T031556Z
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SUMMARY:Halloween Dance
DESCRIPTION:Ghosts and witches and creatures of fright\, don’t miss the call of Halloween night. Be here by seven\, or even eight\, or be prepared to meet your fate. Don your best costume and join us for a hauntingly fun evening of boos\, music\, dancing and Halloween fun.
URL:https://www.southshuswapchamber.com/event/halloween-dance/
LOCATION:Blind Bay Community Hall\, 2510 Blind Bay road\, Sorrento\, British Columbia\, V0E 1H1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251025T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251025T210000
DTSTAMP:20260524T090528
CREATED:20251011T062514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251011T062514Z
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SUMMARY:Eagle Bay Music Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Our last Eagle Bay Music Café is October 25th! Its Open Mic Night with host Chris Stevens. Come for the food\, the music and to cheer on our performers. Tickets at the Door!
URL:https://www.southshuswapchamber.com/event/eagle-bay-music-cafe-2/
LOCATION:Eagle Bay Community Hall\, 4326 Eagle Bay road\, British Columbia\, V0E 1T0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Music event
ORGANIZER;CN="Eagle Bay Community Association":MAILTO:eaglebaybc@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251024T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251026T120000
DTSTAMP:20260524T090528
CREATED:20251006T030259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T030259Z
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SUMMARY:Competitive Retreat
DESCRIPTION:https://sorrentocentre.ca/events/2025-contemplative-retreat/\nJoin us for a weekend of heart-centered contemplative practices. Together\, we will create a nurturing and transformative community. We will use contemplative practices that support grounding Divine Presence in and with our bodies and with the Sacred Earth. Through guided meditation\, chant\, embodied prayer\, Centering Prayer\, labyrinth walking\, lectio divina\, nature immersion\, and more\, we will be rooted in the Divine Presence of Sacred Earth and our own body temples. This will resource us to live in the Sacred Presence of Peace and Trust amidst the challenges and difficult times of life.\nLeslie Black and Henri Lock will be the Retreat leaders!\nLeslie Black facilitates Heart Awakening transformational coaching and energy healing with groups and individuals. She was a Healing Pathway Instructor for over 20 years. Leslie has continued (over 3 decades) to hold sessions in spiritual growth\, transformation\, and energetic self-care\, both in-person and on-line. Visit her website at https://heartawakening.ca.\nHenri Locke is a former Spiritual Care Provider at the University of Victoria Multifaith Centre and former Executive Director of The Contemplative Society\, https://www.contemplative.org/. Henri is a long-time teacher of Centering Prayer and Mindfulness Meditation in the Christian Wisdom tradition\, and a minister with the United Church of Canada.\nVisit our website to register: https://sorrentocentre.ca/events/2025-contemplative-retreat/ \nSee less\n\n\n\nSorrento\, British Columbia
URL:https://www.southshuswapchamber.com/event/competitive-retreat/
LOCATION:Sorrento Centre\, 1159 Passchendaele Rd\, Sorrento\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251022T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251022T133000
DTSTAMP:20260524T090528
CREATED:20251007T163408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251011T061826Z
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SUMMARY:Governance Training Online
DESCRIPTION:Boost your board skills!\nJoin Deb McClelland for an online Governance Training perfect for current and future board members!\n\n\n\nOct 15 • Oct 22 • Oct 29\n12:00 – 1:30 PM (online)\n\nMembers $65 • Non-members $90 \n\n\n\n-Understand your role as a director\n-Run efficient\, impactful meetings\n-Build a stronger organization\n\n\n\nTo register by email: manager@southshuswapchamber.com\nFor payments please send EMT\n\nWho Is Deb McClelland?\nDeb McClelland is a veteran leader in the non-profit and governance space\, with decades of experience guiding boards and organizations to become more effective. She is the founder and principal of OnBOARD Training\, offering workshops\, online courses\, and consulting in board governance and strategic planning. \nSome highlights of her background: \n\n\nShe served as Executive Director of the Kamloops Chamber of Commerce for 19 years\, during which time she worked with the board through governance transitions. \n\n\nShe has been involved on national and provincial boards over more than 35 years. \n\n\nShe has studied governance extensively (over 20 years) and has a reputation for making governance accessible\, practical\, and even (yes) fun. \n\n\nShe has been recognized for her work: Executive of the Year (provincial level)\, and she’s a Fellow of the BC Chamber of Commerce\, among other accolades. \n\n\n\nDeb’s Governance Training: What She Offers & Her Approach\nDeb’s governance training is designed to support boards\, nonprofit staff\, and leaders in mastering the roles\, responsibilities\, and dynamics that make governance effective and sustainable. Her offerings combine practical tools\, real-world examples\, and engaging facilitation. \nHere are key elements of her training: \nCore Topics & Modules\nHer workshops and webinars often cover:\nThe RulesUnderstanding the fundamentals of governance: what a board should (and should not) do\, bylaws\, policies\, terms of reference\, accountability structures. \nThe StrategyHow to structure the board’s year\, set agendas\, develop a strategic plan\, and align board work with organizational goals. The PlayersBoard composition\, recruiting directors\, committee structure\, performance evaluation\, and director development. \nShe also offers more specialized sessions like “Effective Committees\,” board president leadership\, and deeper dives into board development. \nPhilosophy & Style\n\n\nDeb believes that governance\, when well structured\, can be fun\, clear\, and manageable rather than cumbersome. \n\n\nShe emphasizes practical application over theory: boards should leave with actionable plans\, clarity in roles\, and renewed confidence. \n\n\nHer training is inclusive and designed to engage all board members\, not just those already familiar with governance.
URL:https://www.southshuswapchamber.com/event/governance-training-online-2/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251021T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251021T150000
DTSTAMP:20260524T090528
CREATED:20251004T033208Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Apple Pie Fundraising
DESCRIPTION:If you haven’t ordered your pies from Cedar Heights yet don’t wait any longer\, they are selling out quickly. Contact Susan at the # or email below. If you want to volunteer for the fundraiser let Susan know as well or sign up at the Center.
URL:https://www.southshuswapchamber.com/event/annual-apple-pie-fundraising/
LOCATION:Cedar Height Community Association\, 2316 Lakeview Drive\, Sorrento\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251020T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251020T203000
DTSTAMP:20260524T090528
CREATED:20251006T024832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T024832Z
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SUMMARY:Jive Swing lessons at Cedar Heights
DESCRIPTION:Grab a partner and a pair of dance shoes. Sign up for Jive Swing lessons at Cedar Heights.
URL:https://www.southshuswapchamber.com/event/jive-swing-lessons-at-cedar-heights/
LOCATION:Cedar Height Community Association\, 2316 Lakeview Drive\, Sorrento\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251015T200000
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SUMMARY:South Shuswap First Responders AGM
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URL:https://www.southshuswapchamber.com/event/south-shuswap-first-responders-agm/
LOCATION:Sorrento Community Hall\, 1150 passchaendaele road\, Sorrento\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:AGM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251015T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251015T133000
DTSTAMP:20260524T090528
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SUMMARY:Governance Training - Online
DESCRIPTION:Boost your board skills!\nJoin Deb McClelland for an online Governance Training perfect for current and future board members!\n\n\n\nOct 15 • Oct 22 • Oct 29\n12:00 – 1:30 PM (online)\n\nMembers $65 • Non-members $90 \n\n\n\n-Understand your role as a director\n-Run efficient\, impactful meetings\n-Build a stronger organization\n\n\n\nTo register by email: manager@southshuswapchamber.com\nFor payments please send EMT\n\nWho Is Deb McClelland?\nDeb McClelland is a veteran leader in the non-profit and governance space\, with decades of experience guiding boards and organizations to become more effective. She is the founder and principal of OnBOARD Training\, offering workshops\, online courses\, and consulting in board governance and strategic planning. \nSome highlights of her background: \n\n\nShe served as Executive Director of the Kamloops Chamber of Commerce for 19 years\, during which time she worked with the board through governance transitions. \n\n\nShe has been involved on national and provincial boards over more than 35 years. \n\n\nShe has studied governance extensively (over 20 years) and has a reputation for making governance accessible\, practical\, and even (yes) fun. \n\n\nShe has been recognized for her work: Executive of the Year (provincial level)\, and she’s a Fellow of the BC Chamber of Commerce\, among other accolades. \n\n\n\nDeb’s Governance Training: What She Offers & Her Approach\nDeb’s governance training is designed to support boards\, nonprofit staff\, and leaders in mastering the roles\, responsibilities\, and dynamics that make governance effective and sustainable. Her offerings combine practical tools\, real-world examples\, and engaging facilitation. \nHere are key elements of her training: \nCore Topics & Modules\nHer workshops and webinars often cover:\nThe RulesUnderstanding the fundamentals of governance: what a board should (and should not) do\, bylaws\, policies\, terms of reference\, accountability structures. \nThe StrategyHow to structure the board’s year\, set agendas\, develop a strategic plan\, and align board work with organizational goals. The PlayersBoard composition\, recruiting directors\, committee structure\, performance evaluation\, and director development. \nShe also offers more specialized sessions like “Effective Committees\,” board president leadership\, and deeper dives into board development. \nPhilosophy & Style\n\n\nDeb believes that governance\, when well structured\, can be fun\, clear\, and manageable rather than cumbersome. \n\n\nShe emphasizes practical application over theory: boards should leave with actionable plans\, clarity in roles\, and renewed confidence. \n\n\nHer training is inclusive and designed to engage all board members\, not just those already familiar with governance.
URL:https://www.southshuswapchamber.com/event/governance-training-online/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251011T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251011T213000
DTSTAMP:20260524T090528
CREATED:20251006T025935Z
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SUMMARY:Paint Nite
DESCRIPTION:October 11th – 6:30 to 9:30 pmUnleash your inner artist at the Blind Bay Hall. Whether you’re a budding Monet or haven’t held a brush since grade school\, our Paint Nite caters to all skill levels.\nLed by Dawn of Dawn Artellos Art. With her guidance you will leave with a masterpiece you can be proud of.\nFee of $35 includes all the supplies that you will need.Register online:https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/paint-nite-oct–11Or etransfer: blindbayhall@gmail.com
URL:https://www.southshuswapchamber.com/event/paint-nite/
LOCATION:Blind Bay Community Hall\, 2510 Blind Bay road\, Sorrento\, British Columbia\, V0E 1H1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Paint Night
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251011T150000
DTSTAMP:20260524T090528
CREATED:20251004T034004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251004T034004Z
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SUMMARY:Notch Hill fall harvest & haunted pumpkin patch
DESCRIPTION:A family event at Notch Hill Community Hall
URL:https://www.southshuswapchamber.com/event/notch-hill-fall-harvest-haunted-pumpkin-patch/
LOCATION:Notch Hill Community Hall\, 1639 Notch Hill Rd\, Sorrento\, British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251011T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251011T120000
DTSTAMP:20260524T090528
CREATED:20251004T031033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251004T031033Z
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SUMMARY:Sorrento Farmer's Market
DESCRIPTION:Sorrento Farmer’s Market at the Sorrento Plaza from 8am to 12:00
URL:https://www.southshuswapchamber.com/event/sorrento-farmers-market-18/
LOCATION:Sorrento Plaza\, Downtown Sorrento\, Sorrento\, British Columbia\, V0E 2W0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Market
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251010T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251012T150000
DTSTAMP:20260524T090528
CREATED:20251004T034540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251004T034540Z
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SUMMARY:Fall festival at TSUTSWECW Provincial Park
DESCRIPTION:Stop right now and make plans to come to Tsutswecw Park for the Fall Festival – October 10\, 11\, 12. Open each of these days from 10-3pm.We have community activities planned with Skwlāx te SecwepemcúÍecw – Little Shuswap Lake Band to have the Winter House Open+ Got Bats? BC Community Bat Project+ Fisheries and Oceans Canada+ FireSmart BC+ Columbia Shuswap Invasive Species Society+ Rivershed Society of BC+ BC ParksThe Interpretive Cabin will be open to welcome in visitor. Join one of our Interpretive Guides along a trail and viewing platform.So much to see and do for all ages!
URL:https://www.southshuswapchamber.com/event/fall-festival-at-tsutswecw-provincial-park/
LOCATION:Adams River\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251006T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251006T210000
DTSTAMP:20260524T090528
CREATED:20251006T024251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T024251Z
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SUMMARY:White Lake Open Jam
DESCRIPTION:Open Jam MondayMonday October 6thElectric Monday Jams at The Hall3617 Parri Road7:00 pmWhite Lake Community Hall Society and Rental
URL:https://www.southshuswapchamber.com/event/white-lake-open-jam/
LOCATION:White Lake Community Hall\, 3617 Parri Road\, Tappen\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Electric Jam
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251005T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251005T110000
DTSTAMP:20260524T090528
CREATED:20251004T032627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251004T032627Z
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SUMMARY:Shuswap Cars N Coffee final meet of 2025
DESCRIPTION:FINAL MEET OF THE YEAR!!!!\nYOU WONT WANT TO MISS THIS ONE!\n\n\nLions Club on site serving Pancake breakfast!\n\n\nSCC Photography will be on site for all your picture wants/needs!! \n\n\nSCC Merch will be available!! (Cash or etransfer)
URL:https://www.southshuswapchamber.com/event/shuswap-cars-n-coffee-final-meet-of-2025/
LOCATION:Sorrento Plaza\, Downtown Sorrento\, Sorrento\, British Columbia\, V0E 2W0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Meet
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251004T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251004T210000
DTSTAMP:20260524T090528
CREATED:20251004T032117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251004T032117Z
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SUMMARY:Valdy in Concert at the Notch Hill Town Hall\, with special guests Blu & Kelly Hopkins
DESCRIPTION:Valdy in Concert at the Notch Hill Town Hall\, with special guests Blu & Kelly Hopkins.Tickets $35+GST IN ADVANCE$40 AT THE DOORVALDY.COMBLUKELLYHOPKINSMUSIC.WORLDPRESS.COMCoffee/ Tea/ & snack plate by donation.1639 Notch Hill Rd\, Sorrento BC*Sponsored by Carlin Hall*
URL:https://www.southshuswapchamber.com/event/valdy-in-concert-at-the-notch-hill-town-hall-with-special-guests-blu-kelly-hopkins/
LOCATION:Notch Hill Community Hall\, 1639 Notch Hill Rd\, Sorrento\, British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Music event
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