With a large and entertaining cast of characters, Puss ‘n Boots: A Tale of a Tail follows the story of a simple Miller’s son, an adventurous princess and a very mysterious and clever cat… as they put their bravery (and swimming skills) to the test, in order to save the ones they love!
A production by a Driftwood Theatre School class, directed by Gabriel Leonard Ditmars. Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Romance, Fantasy. Written by Steph DeFerie; inspired by the classic fairy tale written by Charles Perrault & Giovanni Francesco Straparola
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Roberts Creek Elementary Writers’ Showcase
Join us for an hour of stories celebrating the Roberts Creek Elementary writer-in-residency program with bestselling children’s author Tanya Lloyd Kyi. The event will showcase writing by students in grades 5, 6 and 7 and will be hosted by Kyi. All are welcome, and refreshments will be served. No registration required.
The event is sponsored by Celebration of Authors, Books and Community (CABC), an initiative of School District 46 and the Sunshine Coast Festival of the Written Arts, and funded by a responsive community grant from the Sunshine Coast Foundation.
Gibsons Public Market: One-Day Summer Kids Art Class
Give your child a creative morning this summer break without the week-long commitment of a summer camp! Our fun, hands-on one-day art workshops run 9:00 AM–12:00 PM on select Mondays this summer — perfect for parents who want a short, engaging activity for their kids.
Classes are $25.
Schedule & Themes:
Monday, June 29, 2026 — TIE-DYE
Monday, July 6, 2026 — SLIME STUDIO
Monday, July 27, 2026 — ORIGAMI
Monday, August 24, 2026 — SLIME STUDIO
Please visit our website for full details and to Register:
Gibsons Public Market: Easter Egg Hunt
On Sunday, April 5th hop on over for a fun-filled Easter Egg Hunt at Gibsons Public Market! This non-competitive event is perfect for toddlers and little ones to enjoy a morning of festive fun. All you have to do is find 5 eggs hidden around the market and trade them in for a goody bag!
One lucky goody bag contains a FREE aquarium day pass!
Morning activities include:
A delightful egg hunt
Easter-themed colouring
Fun games for kids
No registration or tickets required- just come and bring your baskets and your best Easter spirit!
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!
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.
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.
Opportunity: Heart & Sol Farm is hiring!
Looking over the Sechelt Inlet, Heart & Sol Coastal Farm is a place to be inspired. We are a small-scale farm, operating on 5 acres on this unceded territory of the Shíshálh Nation. Our vision is to create a beautiful space that inspires a connection with nature. Our mission is to get healthy, local, and delicious food in as many households as possible. We are currently hiring for the 2026 season, open positions of Farm Hand & Farm Camp Counsellor. Head to our website for full job descriptions & how to apply, https://www.heartandsol.ca/jobs.
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.
Gibsons Library: Free Income Tax Clinics for Eligible Clients
Mar 6 through Apr 24, no appointments on Apr 3rd.
Are you eligible for a free 30 minute income tax help appointment?
Eligible income limits: Individual up to $55,000; Family up to $65,000 per couple, plus $5,000 for each additional dependent. Couples must provide complete tax information for both spouses. No capital gains, employment expenses, self-employment income, or interest income over $1000.
Registration is required for in-person appointments: call the Library at 604-886-2130.
Drop-off service is also available.
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.
Sechelt Library: Elf in a Box Escape Room
Solve the puzzles to break into the box to save the elf! You’ll have to work as a team to beat the clock! Registration Required. Register online on our website.
In the Teen Area
Ages 10-15
Sechelt Public Library: Light-Up Holiday Paper Circuits
Play safely with electricity to make light-up holiday character. We’ll make some light-up cards for you to take home and then play with Squishy Circuits.
Ages 5-12
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.
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.
Creek Daze 2025
xRCCA is excited to invite you to CREEK DAZE 2025!
Join us this year as we kick off the festivities at Roberts Creek School, gathering for the lively Higgledy Piggledy Parade leading down to the Pier! Get creative with your costumes straight from the tickle trunk! Meet at 10:45am, parade at 11:11am!
Explore a diverse array of vendors offering information, crafts, delicious food, and engaging activities for everyone to enjoy. Kids will love the KidZone featuring face painting, games, and playful activities.
Don’t miss the vibrant music performances at the mandala stage from 11:30am-6pm and the Slow Sundays Stage at Library Park from noon-3:30pm. Be sure to browse through the renowned Library Book Sale from noon-3pm—it’s a can’t-miss event!
Stay tuned for more details about the stage line-up
Peace Love Art Tour 2025
to Sept 30. Keep your eye out for surprise pop-up locations throughout the Sunshine Coast, from Langdale to Lund.
To book the Art Caravan for an Art Studio Experience at home, work or event in your area, please contact Joanna directly 604.861.9944.