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SUMMARY:Gibsons Library: Knitting a Community
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays. Do you enjoy knitting and/or crocheting with others\, and making useful items from donated yarn for local charities? Drop in to our weekly knitting group on Tuesday mornings. Knitters from beginners to experts are welcome.\nHost: Lynne Dyment\nLimited to 12 in-person participants\, first-come first served.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/gibsons-library-knitting-a-community/2025-09-30/
LOCATION:Gibsons & District Public Library\, 470 Fletcher Rd S\, Gibsons\, BC\, V0N 1V0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:SC Hospice: The Circle
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays & Thursdays\, doors at 10:00am. The Circle is our weekly free wellness program for people facing a life-limiting illness and their caregivers. \nTo inquire and register\, contact our Client Services Coordinator at 604-740-0475 or email here.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/sc-hospice-the-circle-3/2025-09-30/
LOCATION:Hospice House\, 4602 Simpkins Rd\, Davis Bay\, Sechelt\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Orange Shirt Day / National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
DESCRIPTION:Join shishalh Nation to recognize\, honour\, and support survivors of residential schools\, and commemorate the children that attended the Sechelt Residential School.\nSchedule of events:\nCommemoration Ceremony: 11:00 am – 12:30 pm at the Residential School Monument Site.\nA commemoration ceremony will take place to honour and remember attendees of the Sechelt Residential School. Drumming and singing\, speakers\, moment of silence and cultural ceremony will take place.\nWalk for Reconciliation: 12:30 – 1:00 pm.\nAttendees are invited to participate in a walk for reconciliation that will begin at the Residential School Monument site.\nCommunity Feast: 1:30 pm\nFollowing the walk\, a feast will be held at the shishalh Nation Hall for all attendees. The meal is free of charge; however\, donations are welcome and will go directly toward supporting Elders’ wellness and activities.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/orange-shirt-day-national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation/
LOCATION:shishalh Nation Hall\, 5532 Xenichen Ave\, Sechelt\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community,First Nations
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250930T170000
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SUMMARY:PR - Art Exhibition: qathet Art Centre: Rick Cepella Retrospective
DESCRIPTION:Richard (Rick) Cepella recently passed away on his 70th birthday\, surrounded by family. This exhibition is a retrospective of his work\, curated with care by his community.\nLearn more at: https://www.qathetart.ca/touching-the-sky/
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/pr-art-exhibition-qathet-art-centre-rick-cepella-retrospective/2025-09-30/
LOCATION:qathet Art Centre\, 215 - 6975 Alberni St\, Powell River\, BC\, V8A 2B8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts
GEO:49.8457752;-124.5217493
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250930T140000
DTSTAMP:20260530T040922
CREATED:20250929T002137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T203216Z
UID:10096977-1759237200-1759240800@coastculture.com
SUMMARY:Gibsons Library: Japanese Conversation Group - Online
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays. Are you curious about the Japanese language and culture? Join our weekly online Japanese Conversation Group on Zoom (link on our website). We meet every Tuesday from 1pm–2pm. All levels welcomed.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/gibsons-library-japanese-conversation-group-online/2025-09-30/
LOCATION:Gibsons & District Public Library\, 470 Fletcher Rd S\, Gibsons\, BC\, V0N 1V0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community,Workshop/Classes/Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250930T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T023121Z
UID:10096109-1759244400-1759244400@coastculture.com
SUMMARY:PR - Every Child Matters Walk
DESCRIPTION:National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. Walk from tiskʷat​ to ʔahʔǰumɩχʷ wearing an orange shirt to honour the children who survived residential schooling\, and remember those who did not.\n\n\nThe walk begins at 3:00 pm\, but aim to arrive a little earlier in tiskʷat in Townsite. The walk will head to ʔahʔǰumɩχʷ Willingdon Beach.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/pr-every-child-matters-walk/
LOCATION:qathet Museum\, 4790 Marine Ave\, Powell River\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community,First Nations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250930T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250930T190000
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CREATED:20250901T213019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T235746Z
UID:10093961-1759253400-1759258800@coastculture.com
SUMMARY:Persephone: Knitting Club in the Snug
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays. All levels welcome. Come keep your hands busy\, create beautiful things and weave new friendships. Held every Tuesday in the cozy snug room.10% off food and drinks
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/persephone-knitting-club-in-the-snub-2/2025-09-30/
LOCATION:Persephone Brewing\, 1053 Stewart Rd\, Gibsons\, BC\, V0N 1V7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250930T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250930T213000
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UID:10093836-1759258800-1759267800@coastculture.com
SUMMARY:Gibsons Legion: Rock N' Roll Bingo
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays\, hits from the 50’s right up to the early 2000’s. That’s a lot of music to cover\, but it’s all the music you know and love and we have a LOT of fun playing. For those who don’t wish to play\, it’s still a blast\, so come see what the fuss is about. Awesome prizes like gift cards\, swag\, and other goodies handed out\, with at least five chances to win and a one heck of a grand prize every week if you can mark off every song on your card!
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/gibsons-legion-rock-n-roll-bingo/2025-09-30/
LOCATION:Gibsons Legion\, 747 Gibsons Way\, Gibsons\, BC\, V0N 1V9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community,Performance/Music
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251003
DTSTAMP:20260530T040922
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UID:10094083-1759280400-1759366799@coastculture.com
SUMMARY:Opportunity: 2nd Annual Kids Market Vendor Call Out
DESCRIPTION:Come support these creative and inspiring kids as they showcase and sell their handmade goods\, baked treats\, art\, and more. It’s the perfect way to shop local and encourage the next generation of makers! \nFree to attend — bring your friends\, your family\, and your support for these incredible young vendors! \nContact us for applications for young vendors.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/opportunity-2nd-annual-kids-market-vendor-call-out/2025-10-01/
LOCATION:Gibsons Public Market\, 473 Gower Pt Rd\, Gibsons\, BC\, V0N 1V0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Artist Opportunity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251003
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SUMMARY:Opportunity: Calling All Artists! Artwalk in Sechelt
DESCRIPTION:Deadline Oct 1. Display your artwork (photos\, painting\, sculpture\, textiles etc) in one of our shops in Downtown Sechelt and Trail Bay Centre OCT 11-25\n\n\nRegistration is FREE\n\n\nVisit this link or our website\nhttps://form.jotform.com/251957314344257
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/opportunity-calling-all-artists-artwalk-in-sechelt/2025-10-01/
LOCATION:Downtown Sechelt\, PO Box 442\, Sechelt\, V0N 3A0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Artist Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Sechelt Downtown Business Association":MAILTO:sdba@dccnet.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251003
DTSTAMP:20260530T040922
CREATED:20250818T182556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T182556Z
UID:10092315-1759280400-1759366799@coastculture.com
SUMMARY:Opportunity: CALL TO ARTISTS | Black History Month 2026
DESCRIPTION:Deadline October 15th. In 2026 we’re holding space for Black History Month from February 12th – March 8th. All visual artists of African descent\, working in any style or medium\, are invited to submit a proposal using our online form by the deadline of October 15th. Taking place in our Eve Smart Gallery\, the aim of this exhibition is to provide an opportunity for conversation and connection. Previous Black History Month exhibitions include T. Owens Union’s Stories That Still Need to Be Told (2025)\, Ezmina Samaroo’s Distant Shores New Horizons (2024)\, Black History Month with Teri Ejere (2023)\, and Denise Brown’s The Fabric of Freedom – Quilts and the Underground Railroad (2021). \nPlease read our Submission Guidelines before applying using our online form. Do not apply via email.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/opportunity-call-to-artists-black-history-month-2026-2/2025-10-01/
LOCATION:Gibsons Public Art Gallery\, 431 Marine Dr\, Gibsons\, BC\, V0N 1V0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Artist Opportunity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251003
DTSTAMP:20260530T040922
CREATED:20250903T221904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T221904Z
UID:10093556-1759280400-1759366799@coastculture.com
SUMMARY:Opportunity: Sechelt Winter Market
DESCRIPTION:The Sechelt Winter Market (Ripple) is now accepting applications for the 2025 season. Seaside Center Sechelt\, Saturdays 10am – 2pm Oct 18th – Dec 20th.\n\n\nApply at https://forms.gle/pLWf7XqddkvxQYdz7
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/opportunity-sechelt-winter-market/2025-10-01/
LOCATION:Seaside Centre\, 5790 Teredo St.\, Sechelt\, V0N 3A0
CATEGORIES:Artist Opportunity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251003
DTSTAMP:20260530T040922
CREATED:20250906T190001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T190001Z
UID:10093658-1759280400-1759366799@coastculture.com
SUMMARY:Opportunity: Micro Loans
DESCRIPTION:YES\, many artists ARE small business owners. Need a boost to get your business off the ground or take it to the next level? Community Futures offers character-based micro loans\, designed for local business owners and entrepreneurs who don’t fit the tradition lending box. \nThey can give flexible terms\, local decision-making\, personal support and more. Because sometimes\, what matters most isn’t your credit score — it’s your character\, your plan\, and your passion. \nLearn more at http://www.communityfutures.org/ \n 
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/opportunity-micro-loans/2025-10-01/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Artist Opportunity
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251003
DTSTAMP:20260530T040922
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250907T003800Z
UID:10093755-1759280400-1759366799@coastculture.com
SUMMARY:Opportunity: SCRD wide range of Art Programmes
DESCRIPTION:Learn for Life!\nWe are offering a range of arts programs this fall – painting\, improv\, and journaling. Check it out! https://tinyurl.com/teb9dcbm
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/opportunity-scrd-wide-range-of-art-progras/2025-10-01/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Artist Opportunity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251003
DTSTAMP:20260530T040922
CREATED:20250908T194934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T194934Z
UID:10093891-1759280400-1759366799@coastculture.com
SUMMARY:Opportunity: Become a Vendor for 3 different Craft Markets
DESCRIPTION:Arts in the Hood is your hub for celebrating the seasons with local makers\, crafters\, and food artisans here on the Sunshine Coast.\n\n\nThis year we’re bringing you three festive markets:\n– Gibsons Fall Faire – Oct 11–12\n– Crafts in the Hood – Dec 6–7\n– Last Chance Market – Dec 13–14\nApplication and more info here.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/opportunity-become-a-vendor-for-3-different-craft-markets/2025-10-01/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Artist Opportunity
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arts in the Hood":MAILTO:scartsinthehood@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251003
DTSTAMP:20260530T040922
CREATED:20250911T171303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T171303Z
UID:10094026-1759280400-1759366799@coastculture.com
SUMMARY:Opportunity: Vendor Callout - Early Bird Christmas Market
DESCRIPTION: Calling All Makers\, Creators & Local Businesses \n\n\nFrom handmade gifts and festive décor to baked goods\, preserves\, art\, and more — this is your chance to showcase your work to holiday shoppers eager to support local.\n\n\n Date: Saturday\, November 8th and Sunday\, November 9th | 10am to 3pm Location: Seniors Centre | 5604 Trail Avenue\, Sechelt BC\n\n\n\nBe part of a festive market filled with cheer\, music\, and sparkle\n\n\n Apply now by emailing Kathryn for more information at hbn3458@telus.net – spaces are limited\, so don’t wait!
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/opportunity-vendor-callout-early-bird-christmas-market/2025-10-01/
LOCATION:Sechelt Seniors Activity Centre\, 5604 Trail Ave\, Sechelt\, BC\, V0N 3A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Artist Opportunity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251003
DTSTAMP:20260530T040922
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T011132Z
UID:10095852-1759280400-1759366799@coastculture.com
SUMMARY:Opportunity: Gibsons Elementary: Winter Market Vendors
DESCRIPTION:Gibsons Elementary School PAC is hosting our 2nd annual Winter Market and we are accepting vendor applications. Please email us at gibsonspac@gmail.com or send us a message through our page here.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/opportunity-gibsons-elementary-winter-market-vendors/2025-10-01/
LOCATION:Gibsons Elementary School\, 783 School Rd\, Gibsons\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Artist Opportunity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251003
DTSTAMP:20260530T040922
CREATED:20250919T184732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T184732Z
UID:10095960-1759280400-1759366799@coastculture.com
SUMMARY:Opportunity: Winter Holiday Fair at Sunnycrest
DESCRIPTION:Vendor registration is open for the Winter Holiday Fair (Nov 15-16)! Check out EVENTS page at sunnycrestmall.com.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/opportunity-winter-holiday-fair-at-sunnycrest/2025-10-01/
LOCATION:Sunnycrest Mall\, 900 Gibsons Way\, Gibsons\, BC\, V0N 1V7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Artist Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Sunnycrest Mall":MAILTO:marketing@sunnycrestmall.com
GEO:49.4080203;-123.5191253
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251003
DTSTAMP:20260530T040922
CREATED:20250929T023105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T023105Z
UID:10097008-1759280400-1759366799@coastculture.com
SUMMARY:Opportunity: Seniors (55+) Lit Contest
DESCRIPTION:Deadline Dec 31 2025. On October 1st\, National Seniors Day\, the new Seniors Literary Contest hosted by the literary quarterly\, “Not An Island”\, published by the Sunshine Coast Writers and Editors Society opens. If you’re a BC Resident 55 years of age or older you’re eligible to submit your stories\, poems and nonfiction to the contest.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/opportunity-seniors-55-lit-contest-2/2025-10-01/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Artist Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="SCWES":MAILTO:sunshinecoast@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251003
DTSTAMP:20260530T040922
CREATED:20250929T211456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T211456Z
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SUMMARY:Opportunity: Fall Arts Fair Vendors
DESCRIPTION:Join us this November 8 & 9th to celebrate the communitys artisitic talents with an arts fair!\n\n\nIf you’re interested in showcasing your work please email foodbeveragemanager@sunshinecoastgolf.com to secure your spot.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/opportunity-fall-arts-fair-vendors/2025-10-01/
LOCATION:Sunshine Coast Golf & Country Club\, 3206 Sunshine Coast Hwy\, Roberts Creek\, BC\, V0N 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Artist Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="SC Golf & Country Club":MAILTO:info@sunshinecoastgolf.com
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SUMMARY:Dougal Park: Nia with Dhyana - the Joy Workout
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays\, 10-11am to Nov 26th. \nMove your body\, free your spirit! Experience a fusion of martial arts\, energy practices\, yoga\, and dance—where strength flows into grace and music stirs the soul. \nIn the gazebo (weather permitting) or the Kinsmen Hall. \n4x card $55\, 8x card $100 (no time limit); drop-in $20
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/dougal-park-nia-with-dhyana-the-joy-workout/2025-10-01/
LOCATION:Dougall Park\, 516 Gower Point Road\, Gibsons\, BC\, V0N 1V0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community,Sports/Exercise/Yoga
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CREATED:20250909T205421Z
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SUMMARY:Davis Bay Hall: Beginner Tai Chi Classes
DESCRIPTION:Join the thriving Tai Chi community enjoying the health and fitness benefits\nof this low-impact\, strength building and meditative form of exercise! These classes are for people of all ages who have never done tai chi before or for people looking to refresh their previous skill. \nClasses are every Monday at 6:30pm to 8:00pm and every Wednesday at 11:30am to 1:00pm. Classes are held at the Davis Bay Community Hall. \nNew students accepted until Oct. 15\, 2025. \n$35/mo. or $10/class
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/davis-bay-hall-beginner-tai-chi-classes-2/2025-10-01/
LOCATION:Davis Bay Hall\, 5123 Davis Bay Rd\, Sechelt\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Workshop/Classes/Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Canadian Taichi Academy":MAILTO:sechelt@canadiantaichiacademy.org
GEO:49.4431503;-123.7253913
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251001T160000
DTSTAMP:20260530T040922
CREATED:20250913T155810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T155935Z
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SUMMARY:SC Art Centre: Sechelt Arts Festival: Art Exhibition – Valerie Durant: The Understory: Hidden Connections
DESCRIPTION:to Oct 4th. Find ‘The Understory: Hidden Connections’ in the large gallery where artist Valerie Durant invites viewers to reflect on the interconnectedness and interdependence of humans and their environment through a range of media including silk tapestries\, photography\, sound\, video\, ceramics and sculpture made from repurposed materials. \nThe Sunshine Coast Arts Council and Valerie Durant acknowledge the generous support of the Canada Council for the Arts.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/sc-art-centre-sechelt-arts-festival-art-exhibition-valerie-durant-the-understory-hidden-connections-2/2025-10-01/
LOCATION:Sunshine Coast Arts Centre\, 5714 Medusa St\, Sechelt\, V0N 3A0
CATEGORIES:Arts
ORGANIZER;CN="Sunshine Coast Arts Council":MAILTO:info@sunshinecoastartscouncil.com
GEO:49.4754211;-123.7584638
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sunshine Coast Arts Centre 5714 Medusa St Sechelt V0N 3A0;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5714 Medusa St:geo:-123.7584638,49.4754211
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251001T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251001T153000
DTSTAMP:20260530T040922
CREATED:20250929T010718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T010827Z
UID:10096061-1759332600-1759332600@coastculture.com
SUMMARY:Stitch & Bobbin Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Various Times: \nOct 1\, 3:30pm – Little Stitches: Kids After-School Sewing Club (8-12yrs) 6 wks \nOct 2\, 3:30pm – Next Stitches: Teens After-School Sewing Club (134+ years) 6 wks \nOct 4\, 10:30am – Woolies – Monthly drop-in. Join Uschi as she guides you through your current wool applique project.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/stitch-bobbin-workshops-2/2025-10-01/
LOCATION:Stitch and Bobbin\, 109 - 1100 SC Hwy (in Park Plaza)\, Gibsons
CATEGORIES:Workshop/Classes/Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Stitch and Bobbin":MAILTO:info@stitchandbobbin.com
GEO:49.406404;-123.514849
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251001T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251001T200000
DTSTAMP:20260530T040922
CREATED:20250304T232719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T182823Z
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SUMMARY:Seaside Centre: HR & Hiring Support Series for Local Businesses Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Come ready for a dynamic\, engaging\, and collaborative session where you’ll leave with a practical “toolkit” to address real-life HR challenges and strengthen your approach to employee management.\n\nThis is just the start of an ongoing series of workshops exploring the full life cycle of the employee.\n\nTickets are just $15\, with proceeds donated to a local youth employment organization.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/seaside-centre-hr-hiring-support-series-for-local-businesses-workshop/
LOCATION:Seaside Centre\, 5790 Teredo St.\, Sechelt\, V0N 3A0
CATEGORIES:Community,Workshop/Classes/Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Sunshine Coast Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:info@sunshinecoastchamber.ca
GEO:49.4711734;-123.7628361
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251001T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251001T190000
DTSTAMP:20260530T040922
CREATED:20250713T193150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251214T205819Z
UID:10095434-1759345200-1759345200@coastculture.com
SUMMARY:Batch 44: Rock N Roll Bingo
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays. We’ll be listening to the classics of Rock and Roll. We provide the Bingo Cards and dabbers and all you have to do is listen to the tunes and play along! Even if you don’t want to play\, come have a group sing-along session with the community. Always free\, always fun. \nIf you don’t feel like playing\, you will still enjoy the great mix of music and positive vibes in the room.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/batch-44-rock-n-roll-bingo/2025-10-01/
LOCATION:Batch 44 Brewery\, 5559 Wharf Ave\, Sechelt\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Batch 44 Brewery":MAILTO:batch44brewery@gmail.com
GEO:49.4739263;-123.7551078
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251004
DTSTAMP:20260530T040922
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SUMMARY:Opportunity: 2nd Annual Kids Market Vendor Call Out
DESCRIPTION:Come support these creative and inspiring kids as they showcase and sell their handmade goods\, baked treats\, art\, and more. It’s the perfect way to shop local and encourage the next generation of makers! \nFree to attend — bring your friends\, your family\, and your support for these incredible young vendors! \nContact us for applications for young vendors.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/opportunity-2nd-annual-kids-market-vendor-call-out/2025-10-02/
LOCATION:Gibsons Public Market\, 473 Gower Pt Rd\, Gibsons\, BC\, V0N 1V0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Artist Opportunity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251002
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251004
DTSTAMP:20260530T040922
CREATED:20250818T182556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T182556Z
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SUMMARY:Opportunity: CALL TO ARTISTS | Black History Month 2026
DESCRIPTION:Deadline October 15th. In 2026 we’re holding space for Black History Month from February 12th – March 8th. All visual artists of African descent\, working in any style or medium\, are invited to submit a proposal using our online form by the deadline of October 15th. Taking place in our Eve Smart Gallery\, the aim of this exhibition is to provide an opportunity for conversation and connection. Previous Black History Month exhibitions include T. Owens Union’s Stories That Still Need to Be Told (2025)\, Ezmina Samaroo’s Distant Shores New Horizons (2024)\, Black History Month with Teri Ejere (2023)\, and Denise Brown’s The Fabric of Freedom – Quilts and the Underground Railroad (2021). \nPlease read our Submission Guidelines before applying using our online form. Do not apply via email.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/opportunity-call-to-artists-black-history-month-2026-2/2025-10-02/
LOCATION:Gibsons Public Art Gallery\, 431 Marine Dr\, Gibsons\, BC\, V0N 1V0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Artist Opportunity
GEO:49.4021949;-123.5048689
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Gibsons Public Art Gallery 431 Marine Dr Gibsons BC V0N 1V0 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=431 Marine Dr:geo:-123.5048689,49.4021949
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251004
DTSTAMP:20260530T040922
CREATED:20250903T221904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T221904Z
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SUMMARY:Opportunity: Sechelt Winter Market
DESCRIPTION:The Sechelt Winter Market (Ripple) is now accepting applications for the 2025 season. Seaside Center Sechelt\, Saturdays 10am – 2pm Oct 18th – Dec 20th.\n\n\nApply at https://forms.gle/pLWf7XqddkvxQYdz7
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/opportunity-sechelt-winter-market/2025-10-02/
LOCATION:Seaside Centre\, 5790 Teredo St.\, Sechelt\, V0N 3A0
CATEGORIES:Artist Opportunity
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251004
DTSTAMP:20260530T040922
CREATED:20250906T190001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T190001Z
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SUMMARY:Opportunity: Micro Loans
DESCRIPTION:YES\, many artists ARE small business owners. Need a boost to get your business off the ground or take it to the next level? Community Futures offers character-based micro loans\, designed for local business owners and entrepreneurs who don’t fit the tradition lending box. \nThey can give flexible terms\, local decision-making\, personal support and more. Because sometimes\, what matters most isn’t your credit score — it’s your character\, your plan\, and your passion. \nLearn more at http://www.communityfutures.org/ \n 
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/opportunity-micro-loans/2025-10-02/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Artist Opportunity
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