The folks at Oceanside Hospice were very appreciative to receive the monies raised through the Gift Baskets Raffle at the Arts and Crafts Fair in October. This ‘Big Cheque’ photo shows Merrilyn Laursen and Carol Chilton presenting $1,267.00 to Shianne Carswell at Oceanside Hospice.
Shopping at Thrifty's? Use Smile Cards from The Choristers! This is a significant fundraiser for The Choristers made possible by our loyal sponsor, Thrifty Foods. How? We purchase Smile Cards in bulk, at a slight discount, which we in turn sell to our supporters at face value. The cards have no expiry, can be used like cash at any Thrifty’s and all you need to do is send your request to craigbaychoristers@gmail.com letting [...]
Your Food Bank - How It Works and How It Helps! Thank you Craig Bay! Your generosity after 3 weeks of our "Drive and Drop Donation" days has yielded 500 pounds of groceries and $25,000! Linda Cherewyk, Manager "Extraordinaire", explained how your donations end up in the hamper that go to the clients that have been interviewed and, based on family size, are allotted point with which to [...]
Craig Bay Craft Fair SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21st 10am to 2pm In the Beach Club Conservatory Start your Christmas shopping early by visiting our Craig Bay crafters, cooks and artists as they display their beautiful wares in our annual Craft Fair. There will be pottery, knitting, baking, preserves, stained glass, jewelry, art and art cards, rope bowls, Christmas ornaments... and much more! Enjoy some tea, coffee and treats afterwards in the lounge, compliments of [...]
Artists' Corner: MEET THE ARTISTS AND LEARN ABOUT THEIR ART CATHY HILL “SENTINEL OF THE FOREST” Many of us have probably walked past this magnificent old tree numerous times on the way down to Craig Bay Beach; take a minute to stop and marvel at the beautiful patterns on its ages-old trunk and branches. CATHY HILL “REFLECTIONS THRU GLASS - BAYSIDE [...]
Gift Basket Raffle for Oceanside Hospice With the annual Craig Bay Arts and Craft Fair on October 21st, we’re again taking the opportunity to raise funds for Hospice through our Gift Basket Draw. The artisans participating in the Arts and Craft Fair have donated their wonderful wares (and this is a call to any others who may be willing to donate an item or two!). Last year we raised over $1,700 for Oceanside Hospice. [...]
“A Heart for Africa – Reprise” Friday, October 27th at 6:30pm Based on the variety of travel interests enjoyed by many Craig Bay residents, Wally and Alison Chinn are offering to, once again, provide another of their photo-travelogue presentations on one of their more recent trips to Africa. In particular, having previously made presentations on their exploits in Tanzania and Kenya, this presentation will focus on their adventures in exploring Victoria Falls (Zambia and [...]
The Beachcomber Artists will be putting on a display of their works next month. This is NOT a sale; just an opportunity for Craig Bay residents to take a stroll up to the Beachcomber to see what they’ve been creating. They will set up in the morning so that the showing will be ready from 12:00 noon until 3:00 p.m. The Social Club will be putting out tea and coffee and some sweet [...]
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With all the fires in BC lately, we all should have an emergency Grab & Go Bag in case of evacuation. Do you know who your team captain is? Captains, please make sure all new neighbours know who you are and the way you will support them in an emergency. On the right is a list of Grab & Go Bag items you may need. Make your own or you can order one, although [...]
