By Erin Hanna. Posted on November 27th, 2011.
 
It is the hope of Tumbler Ridge Community Arts Council (TRCAC) that we share the community events as best we can. Please submit any Tumbler Ridge events you would like listed in this column to Erin Hanna 250-242-3364 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .  Visit us online at www.tr-artscouncil.weebly.comor Facebook to be added to events notice list: Tumbler Ridge Events Notice.

AT A GLANCE:  All events in bold have been added since last publication of Town Crier.
 
WINTER CARNIVAL EVENTS January 24-30 - posted under January. More updates as details become available. All events will be posted in newspaper and around town prior to the Carnival.
 
Bingo – Hosted by the Lions Club - Every Monday night. - Community Centre - Room 5 - 6:30-10:00 pm - Sorry, no minors. .
 
 T.O.P.S. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets every Thursday at the NEW LIFE ASSEMBLY Church at 275 Murray Drive. Weigh-in takes place 6:00-6:30 pm and the meeting is from 6:30-7:30 pm. Contact Cindy 242-5826 or Lynn 242-3178.
 
T.R.O.T.S. (Tumbler Ridge Old Timers Society) - Meets every Tuesday at Community Centre - Room 5 from 1 - 4 pm. Minimal drop in fee. Curling, carpet bowling, coffee, and conversation. For further details contact Joan or Mike Sidwell 250-242-5775,
 
St. Paul's Services - Inter-Denominational Services - Catholic Church - Contact Dawn Wagner 250-242-3570.
 
Art Showcase - Saturdays TR Community Centre Foyer - Come and see what the visual artists are up to.  Artwork for sale and also demonstrations on technique.
 
Market Square every Saturday at the Community Centre - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. Book a table 250-242-4246
 
Musical Chairs Jam - Saturday nights at the Community Centre - 4:00 - 9:00 pm - All musicians/vocalists welcome to come and jam with this group. The intention is to have a standard repertoire of music to be ready to play at events when needed. Genre is soft alternative, country, folk and soft rock. For further information contact Charissa Tonnesen 250-242-5414.
 
JANUARY
24-30   Winter Carnival – A week of winter fun. Inside, and outside. If you would like to help, please contact                           Joy MacKay 242-4246.
OngoingScrabble in the Library- Everyday of Winter Carnival! Come and play WALL SCRABBLE in the TR      Public Library during their regular open hours. Prizes and good fun for all ages! For further info please contact Library 250-242-4778
OngoingIce Sculpture Contest - Judging throughout the week. Register at Community Centre or call Joy 250-242-4246 for info.
24        Lion’s Bingo - usual time and place (see top of Town Crier)  
25        Card Tournament - Seniors Corner - 10:00 am - For further details please contact Donna Mandeville.
25        Floor Curling - 1:00 pm - Rooms 4/5 - For details contact front desk 250-242-4246
25        #1 Real to Reel - Library - 6:30 pm. Film exhibition re: Tumbler Ridge submissions. Come and cast your vote!
26        #2 Real to Reel - Library - 11:00 am. Film exhibition re: Tumbler Ridge submissions. Come and cast your vote!
26        Free Bingo- Seniors Corner - 1:00 pm - For further details please contact Donna Mandeville
27        Build A Castle Registry and Drop-Off (for display)b - Seniors Corner/Art Gallery - This contest can be sugar cubes or any edible item. Hosted by Community Gardens - For further details contact Joanne Liebelt or pick up a registration form at the Community Centre. 
27        Walk for Literacy Cakewalk @ Library - 3:00 pm - A toonie per round. 250-242-4778
27        Family Skate - TRSS Field/Oval - 6:30 pm - Skate and Hot Chocolate sponsored by the TR Lions Club    
 
 
 
 
 
class=Section2> 28        Pre-Storytime - Roman Walkway - Hosted by the Library 250-242-4778
28        Coffee House - Community Centre - Library - 6:00 - Live music by local talent and refreshments - Hosted by TRUMP. To be included in the show, please contact Brian Bray 250-242-4333
            28        Real to Reel - TBA
            28        Build A Castle Judging
            28        Winter Wonderland Dance - YOUTH only - Rooms 4/5 - Coordinated by TR Youth Services. Contact Dawn Wagner.
            29        Pancake Breakfast - Hosted by Lion’S Club - 9:00 am - 12:00 noon. Room 5.
            29        Creek Ski to Kinuseo Falls - 11:00 am - Flatbed Campground - For further details please contact Linda Helm 250-242-3984.
            29        Craft Fair - 11:00 am-4:00 pm - Rooms 1,4 and Fireside Lounge. Book your tables with Carol Poff to be included in this variety of crafts. Contact 250-242-4445.
 
 
 
29        Hockey Tournament - TBA
29        Robbie Burns Night - Supper can be attended by all ages. Music and hootch in the evening for the adults! Tickets for supper MUST be pre-sold between January 7^th and 22^nd , no exceptions. Haggis and authentic celebrations. Tickets for adults include the supper and evening entertainment $25/person and reduced tickets for minors/youth are $10/person for supper only. For further information, please contact Erin Hanna 250-242-3364.
30        TR welcomes Jay Morrison - trainer of Denny Morrison who took the Gold Medal in Lonmg Track Speed Skating Team Pursuit during the 2010 Olympics.  Come and hear him speak and then have a public skate with this Olympic training athlete. TRSS Field/Oval 2:00
 
30        Ice Skate Relay Race - following speaker Jay Morrison after 2:00 pm
30        Dog Sled Rides - 2:00-4:00
30        Weiner Roast - TRSS Outdoor Skating Oval - 1:00-4:00 pm
30        Hockey Tournament - 12:00-1:00 - Coordinated by the RCMP.
30        Closing Ceremonies - TRSS Outdoor Skating Oval - 3:45 pm - Announcement of all winners for the different contests and competitions.
30        Free Skate with Jay Morrison - TR Arena - 4:00-5:30 pm
 
FEBRUARY
1          AGM - TR Public Library - 7:00 pm. Everyone welcome.
10        AGM - TRCAC - Community Centre - Room 3 - 7:00 pm - Followed by a brief regular meeting. This umbrella groups for arts/culture in Tumbler Ridge is a round table exchange of events/groups in our community. You are welcome to join year round and we would love to see you all there. For further information contact Erin @ 250-242-3364 or visit our website www.tr-artscouncil. weebly.com
 
MARCH
TBA     TRSS KodiActs Production
5          International Women’s Day - “The Way We Wear” Fashion Through The Decades Comparison - A fashion show to raise funds for needy families in Tumbler Ridge. Tickets $10 -  Sorry, no minors. Tickets at Community Centre or contact Sheila 250-242-3117 or Rose 250-242-4567
 
APRIL
10-16   BC Arts and Culture Week