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Gibsons Library: The Great Gibsons Cookie Competition

Calling bakers of all ages! Enter your best cookie and show off your baking skills!

How it works:
Enter your cookies to our online form no later than Monday Nov 17th. Bakers may enter one cookie in one age category:
Kids 11 & under (caregivers are of course welcome to help them)
Ages 12+

Drop-off: Registered cookies must be brought to the library on Saturday, November 22nd, between 10:00–10:30 am.

A panel of local judges will sample all the entries live, and award the winners. Prizes will be awarded in each age category, and all participants will receive recognition for their efforts.

It’s not just up to the judges — the audience gets a say too! Everyone attending will have the chance to taste cookies and vote for the coveted People’s Choice Award!

xwesam-Roberts Creek Community Hall: Santa in the Creek 2025

Santa is back at the xwesam-Roberts Creek Community Hall on Sunday, November 30th from 1-4pm for photos!
Sensory-Friendly Photos – 1-1:15pm
Family Photos – 1:15-3:30pm
Pet Family Photos – 3:30-4pm
Digital Picture $10
Hot chocolate and apple cider by donation.
Food Bank donations welcomed!
Volunteer opportunities at volunteersignup.org/W4MJ8 or
email hallmanager@robertscreekcommunity.ca
Happy Holidays from the xwesam-Roberts Creek Community Association!

Coopers Green Hall: Contra Dance – Come Dance with Us!

Contra Dancing is a fun, social dance from New England. All ages, all abilities!
No experience or partner necessary. Everyone dances together! Non-gendered instructions. All dances are taught and then prompted (“called”) by an experienced caller. Live folk music accompaniment.
Suggested donation $15 or pay what you can, to cover expenses. Cash or e-transfer at the door. Produced by Heidi Kurz and Lise Kreps

Egmont Community Hall: Reel paddling film festival

Bathgate grocery and Community Hall are excited to announce.
The Reel Paddling Film Festival is coming to town November 29 which has an XL tide mid day. 6pm food will be available to purchase at the community hall. 10 dollar entry fee. Bring the kids and expose them to adventure everyone should be part of.

RC Hall: Daniel Kingsbury Tribute Concert

Join us for a magical musical gathering featuring over 30 of the Sunshine Coast’s finest musicians performing the original songs of Daniel Kingsbury, in support of two meaningful causes that are also his legacy: The Daniel Kingsbury Music for Youth Endowment (DKMFY), and the Jellyfish Project (JFP). Funds raised will support aspiring young local musicians in financial need with grants to pursue their musical dreams, and innovative youth environmental education programs.

Performers include: Mindil Beach, Definitely Diva, the Choralations Children’s Choir and many more! Two shows to choose from: 1:30 pm or 7:30 pm. Doors open at 1 pm and 7 pm respectively.

Tickets are $25 in advance, $30 at the door. Kids 12 and under: $10
All proceeds will be split evenly between DKMFY and JFP.

RC Community Hall: Eek the Creek 2025

Eek the creek is back at the Roberts Creek Hall! Brought to you by the @robertscreekgeneralstore and the xRCCA on Friday, October 31st from 2-5pm. Recommended for ages 0-10 but all are welcome! No cover!

GPAG: ART FOR ALL Pro-D Day

Looking for something to do on the Oct. 24th Pro-D Day? Join us for drop in creation stations with a variety of activities for kids of all ages to enjoy. We’ll be offering collage, origami, weaving, drawing, and more. Come try out a new craft with all the supplies you need already provided; and with no mess in your own home!

Children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration is not required and entrance is by donation.

SC Arts Centre: Sechelt Arts Festival: Durational Taiko: Celebrating the Equinox

Taiko a thousands’ of years ceremonial tradition that bring entire communities together—lasting for hours to days—as a form of collective healing and resilience. Taiko players from the Vancouver and Sunshine Coast taiko community will gather for a ceremonial offering in honour of our chosen and biological ancestors.

Public Invitation: Witnesses are invited to observe and meditate through deep listening and stillness. One handmade practice drum will be available for those who feel called to play. At times, traditional pieces will be played. If you choose to join in, we encourage you to support the pulse by playing the backbeat or grounding rhythms. This is a collective space for healing and connection—please tune in and play in a way that complements the energy of the group.

CAPA National Photo Walk – Sunshine Coast

CAPA National Photo Walk – Sunshine Coast
Join the Sunshine Coast Camera Club on Saturday, September 20, 2025, for the Inaugural CAPA (Canadian Assoc of Photographic Arts) National Photo Walk. This coast-to-coast event brings photographers together across Canada to celebrate photography, community, and creativity.

The Sunshine Coast walk will take place at Porpoise Bay Provincial Park at 6451 Sechelt Inlet Road, meeting at the 1st parking lot at 10 am. All are welcome—whether you use a camera or a smartphone.

Registration IS REQUIRED at: https://capacanada.link/2025-photo-walk

Contact: Janet Slater, j.slater@telus.net

Brickers Cidery: Pumpkin Festival

Oct 4 & 5th.
  • Pumpkin Patch open 12-5 pm
  • Live music both days from 1-4 pm with the Billy Hill Pickers
  • Mulled Cider release
  • Food specials from The Shed

It promises to be a super fun weekend!

Gibsons Public Market: Winter Festival & Market

Dec 5 – 7th. Get ready to embrace the magic of the season! Join us for a weekend of winter cheer, cozy vibes, and community spirit.

Shop handcrafted gifts from local artisans
Enjoy festive food & drinks
Live music & holiday performances
Visit from Santa
Kids Activities

Bundle up, bring the family, and make memories at this magical community celebration.

Persephone: Knitting Club in the Snug

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

Hackett Park Artisan Fair

Aug 16-17. The Hackett Park Artisan Fair is an annual gathering of local and regional vendors. The Fair has been an annual tradition on the Coast, and attracts close to 5000 visitors seeking to discover the creations of artisans who are jury selected based on craftsmanship, originality, and the unique items they have to offer for sale.
This year’s Fair will take place in the lower field of Hackett Park. We will have a large variety of artisans, artists, and food vendors, as well as live music presented by Rogue Fest!
The Fair can be accessed via Medusa Street and at the corner of Trail Ave. and Dolphin St. in Sechelt. Admission is by donation for adults, students and seniors, and free for children under twelve.

Feature Attractions

Purple Banner Tour — Year Round
Art Crawl — Every October

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