Chatelech School Theatre: Into the Woods (jr)

The Chatelech Music Theatre Ensemble presents, “Into the Woods” Jr. on Friday, April 17 at 7 pm, Saturday, April 18 at 2 pm and 7 pm and Sunday April 19 at 2 pm. Admission is by donation.

This hour-long musical combines the tales of several fairy tale characters in song and dance and lessons. Will Cinderella and Rapunzel find their princes? Will Little Red Riding Hood escape the Wolf? Will the Baker and his Wife foil the Witch and have a child? Come to the theatre and find out!

Sunday Cider: Live on the Grass May Schedule

Fridays – enjoy the musical vibe. Support your local Coaster artists (along with some fabulous travelling Canadian musical gems). Always FREE, no cover. Pets on leash & kiddos welcome. Shows at 6 pm. Food & Treats with Seamonkey until 7pm. Vegan eats + Little Spoon ice cream. Rain or shine.
May 1 ➜ Dee Brown – Blues, R&B and pop.
May 8 ➜ Aline Deanna – Beautiful, melodic country folk.
May 15 ➜ Estelle Honeywell – Singer/Songwriter. Romantic-ocean-folk-fusion.
May 22 ➜ Celia Machado. Brazilian music. Incredible guitarist and percussionist.

Seaside Centre: Coast Hospice Day

We welcome you to join us for the “Coast Hospice Day” community event at the Seaside Centre on Sunday, May 31, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Stop in to learn about Hospice’s community work. There will be BBQ burgers from the Lions Club, baked goods, raffle tickets, door prizes and great conversations. We will also have a space dedicated to viewing and discussing our “Living With Dying” documentary. Come and see how we use funds from our community, including those raised during Hike for Hospice.

Meet us at 10 a.m. to prepare and then participate in a group “Walk for Hospice” through town.

PR – Townsite Jazz Festival

Apr 9-11. One historic neighbourhood. A lineup that swings, grooves, and surprises.
Join us for the 2026 Townsite Jazz Festival, featuring:
• The soulful Sunshine Coast trio, Salt & Keys
• Sophia Sanford & Jermaine Pugeda with A Bossa Nova Dream
• Blues legend Jim Byrnes and His Band
• Clarinet virtuoso James Danderfer and a quintet of Vancouver’s best
• Company B Jazz Band and an Andrews Sisters–inspired setlist perfect for dancing
• The 17-piece Nanaimo Musicians’ Association Big Band
• The return of 2018 festival favourite Black Gardenia featuring Daphne Roubini
• Vancouver vocal powerhouse Dawn Pemberton with her B3-backed quartet
• A gala dance featuring The Dextones playing everyone’s funky favourites
• A musical tribute to the late Anthony Mulder, featuring his teachers and friends
Tickets are available online and at the Peak. Check out the full schedule and artist information at townsitejazz.com

Earth Day 2026 at the RC Pier

Come join us to celebrate Earth Day down at the Roberts Creek Pier Sunday, April 19th from 11:30am-5pm!
This year we look at Recycling on the Coast with Salish Soils
Booksale at the Library in the Heart of the Creek from noon-3pm
Conscious local exhibitors
Library Book Sale – noon-3pm
TraC Bike Valet & Tune-ups
Hot Food & Treats
Kidzone
Music!!!!
Pranakite
Mivule
DJ Coffee Break
and so much More that will be updated along the way!
It’s only with the help of volunteers that these events happen!
If you or someone you know is interested please sign up at:
volunteersignup.org/TTBEJ
Your community spirit is appreciated!
‘We gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia.’

Gibsons Public Art Gallery: The Art of Chocolate Youth Workshop

A fun & free workshop for youth led by Sunshine Coast chocolatier and artist John Down.

In this workshop you’ll create your own original artworks (paint it, collage it, glitter it!) to wrap and label a gourmet chocolate bar provided by Christopher Norman Chocolates. Everyone will be invited to take their custom bar home to enjoy, while extras will be available for sale in the Gift Shop as a fundraiser for the Gallery.

Admission is free but space is limited so you must RSVP via EventBrite. Open to youth aged 2 – 18. Youth under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. All supplies provided. Special thanks to John Down and Christopher Norman Chocolates for sponsoring SHOUT OUT and offering this wonderful opportunity to be a chocolate artist!

Sechelt Early Years Centre: Early Years Fair – ‘My Path’

Families with little ones, newborn to 5 yrs this one’s for you.
FREE fun for families with children newborn to five years
Petting zoo and pony meet & greet
Books for every child and backpacks for four year olds
Art activities, author readings, lunch, and more
Connect with family and community resources

IGNITE Spring Break Girls’ Soccer Program

IGNITE is a pilot girls Spring Break soccer program hosted by the Sunshine Coast Youth Soccer Association. IGNITE will be led by SCYSA coaches Holly Neate and Devon O’Reilly, experienced members of the local soccer community who are passionate about expanding opportunities for girls in sport. The program is structured to provide a supportive environment where participants can build skills, confidence, and connection to the game.

Gibsons Public Market: Neighbourhood Night

Featuring live music by DJAMBOUTI. This free, all-ages community evening is all about connection—come enjoy vibrant live music, grab food or drinks from the Emelle’s Market Bistro, and spend time with neighbours in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

We will have a kids’ room available up in the Coastal Room for you and your little ones to hang out, play, and colour. Trolls World Tour will be playing at 5:30 pm with popcorn! ***Please note that we are no longer offering childcare during our Neighbourhood Nights. The Kids’ Room will be unmonitored, and parents or guardians with young children must remain with them at all times.

Whether you’re stopping in for a quick visit or settling in for the evening, Neighbourhood Night

Roberts Creek Hall: Pancakes & Jams

Pancakes & Jams is a by-donation event fostering community through music, dance, food, and art. Enjoy a warm meal, open jam, and yoga in a space where people come together to connect and create
Pancakes & Jams is more than just an event—it’s a community gathering where creativity, connection, and collaboration come to life. By donation and open to all, it offers a welcoming space for people to share music, dance, food, and art in a meaningful way. Start the day with yoga, enjoy a warm meal together, and join an open jam where anyone can participate, regardless of experience. With a room full of incredible people, the magic happens in the moment, as we co-create an unforgettable experience that brings the community together. Breakfast foods provided but potluck style so bring what you want.

Opportunity: Gibsons Public Art Gallery: Call for Youth Artists

CALLING ALL YOUTH ARTISTS; it’s time to start creating! Our annual youth exhibition SHOUT OUT is coming up in March. Drop off your artwork March 5th – 8th.

Sunshine Coast youth aged two to eighteen are invited to submit their artwork of any size or medium for display at the Gallery during our annual youth exhibition Shout Out, on display March 12th – 29th, 2026. In addition to offering an inspiring body of work that represents the creativity of our community’s youth, this exhibition is also an opportunity for young people to experience what it is like to be a professional exhibiting artist at GPAG. Class/group art projects are also welcome! Find more info and submit your work online at https://gpag.ca/shout-out-application-2026/. Please do not drop off artwork before March 5th.

Sechelt Library: Ancestor Hunters

Interested in your family history? Want to learn how to find your forebears? Whether you’re just starting out or have been working on your family tree for years, everyone is welcome to come to join our group of dedicated ancestor hunters, which meets the monthly.

RSVP online or 604-885-3260

Gibsons Public Market: Neighbourhood Night

Join us for our January Neighbourhood Night at Gibsons Public Market, featuring live music by Monty Montego. This free, all-ages community evening is all about connection—come enjoy great music, grab food or drinks from the Market, and spend time with neighbours in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

We will have a kids’ room available up in the Coastal Room for you and your little ones to hang out, play, and colour. Zootopia will be playing at 6 pm with popcorn!

Whether you’re stopping in for a quick visit or settling in for the night, Neighbourhood Night is the perfect way to kick off the new year together.

Gibsons Public Art Gallery: Artist Talk & Reading with Andrea Fritz

Come learn about Coast Salish art, culture and storytelling on Saturday Dec. 20th, 2pm – 4pm. Andrea Fritz will read from her newest book Woolly Dog Warms His Family and talk about its relation to her serigraph Sqwiqwi, on display now in her Eve Smart exhibition Lyackson Place Names. This event is free and open to all!

Lyackson Place Names features hand produced silk screen prints in the traditional style of the Coast Salish People, exploring place names and different aspects of storytelling and culture. Each print in Andrea Fritz’s exhibition focuses on a place within Lyackson territory on the Salish Sea or on an aspect of Coast Salish storytelling, and is accompanied by the story relating to the piece. Lyackson Place Names will be closing on Saturday, December 20th at 4pm.

Opportunity: GPAG Call for Youth Curator

Deadline Dec 21st. We are seeking an enthusiastic high school student who resides on the Sunshine Coast to help organize and promote our annual youth arts exhibition, SHOUT OUT! March 12 – 29th, 2026. The commitment begins in mid-January and runs to March 31, 2026. An honorarium ($150 – $250 depending on sponsorship and performance) for the successful candidate will be provided. The youth curator should have a strong interest in the local arts scene and be keen to explore what it means to be a professional artist and curator. Previous work experience is not required. Find more information and apply online here.

xwesam-Roberts Creek Community Hall: Fleetwood Magic

Canada’s Authentic Tribute to Fleetwood Mac Returns to Roberts Creek as they transport you through a musical journey spanning the 60s to the 80s, authentically recreating the sound, style, and mystique of Fleetwood Mac’s most iconic lineup.
With vintage costumes, precise vocals, period-accurate instrumentation, and captivating on-stage personas, they deliver a live experience that reminds fans why Fleetwood Mac remains legendary. 19+ licenced event.

Backeddy Pub: Joe Stanton

A memorable night of acoustic music with Joe Stanton. This seasoned singer-songwriter blends folk, bluegrass, country, and blues with intricate fingerstyle guitar and heartfelt lyrics. Relax, listen, and let the music set the mood.

 

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