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Chilliwack chock-a-block with exciting events, road closures this weekend – Chilliwack Progress

Chilliwack chock-a-block with exciting events, road closures this weekend - Chilliwack Progress

This weekend is chock-a-block with exciting events in Chilliwack and the City of Chilliwack has authorized a series of road closures so everyone can plan their routes accordingly.

The Chilliwack Mural Festival runs Saturday, Aug. 20 with road closures from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Victoria Street from College Street to Young Road, Mill Street from Victoria Avenue to Wellington Avenue, and Kipp Avenue from Main Street to Yale Road closed for mural festival. (See map above)

Flight Fest runs Sunday, Aug. 21, Road closures 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. will close the westbound Airport Road and southbound portion of Broadway between Cessna Drive and Brooks Avenue to accommodate event parking. Detour available via Brooks Avenue and Young Road. B.C. Chilliwack Alliance Church will see event parking with a shuttle bus starting at noon. The #57 bus will be rerouted throughout the day along the detour route, southwest bound direction only.

Flight Fest on Sunday, Aug. 21 will see road closures on the westbound part of Airport Road, and southbound Broadway. (City of Chilliwack)

Flight Fest on Sunday, Aug. 21 will see road closures on the westbound part of Airport Road, and southbound Broadway. (City of Chilliwack)

Also on Sunday is Chilliwack Pride with road closures from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Wellington Avenue from Main Street to Five Corners, Mill Street from Victoria Avenue to Wellington Avenue, and Victoria Avenue from College Street to Young Road closed.

Road closures on Sunday, Aug. 21 for Chilliwack Pride on Wellington, Mill and Victoria. (City of Chilliwack)

Road closures on Sunday, Aug. 21 for Chilliwack Pride on Wellington, Mill and Victoria. (City of Chilliwack)

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What to expect when the Fair at the PNE returns this weekend

What to expect when the Fair at the PNE returns this weekend


Metro Vancouver’s end of summer tradition is almost here.


The long-awaited Fair at the PNE is opening Saturday after being scaled down during the pandemic.


Vendors spent Thursday setting up their booths as doors open in just a couple of days.


“Every member of our team is incredibly excited to welcome back British Columbia,” said Shelley Frost, the PNE president and CEO.


“It’s no secret the last two years have been difficult for our organization and during that time, we have heard unwavering support from people across the province,” she added.


The fair will also include dozens of cultural performances.


“At Festival Park, fairgoers can experience our cultural showcases of three shows daily bringing you a mosaic of dancers and exhilarating musical performers,” Frost said.


“Together we have weathered the storm of COVID-19 and we have emerged stronger. And we’re making investments into our team and into our business dreams,” she continued.


New attractions include a canoe carving showcase and new drag shows.


The Peking Acrobats and the SuperDogs will also return to the stage.


“It’s our 45th year here at the PNE. It’s a dream for us to have been here this long,” said Leonard Chase, the creative director of SuperDogs.


“We go to other cities. We’re very well appreciated in most cities, but let me tell you the enthusiasm here in Vancouver is beyond anything,” he added.


Visitors to Playland can also check out some classic rides such as the Wooden Roller Coaster, as well as the new Skybender.


Some big names will headline the Summer Nights Concerts, including the Barenaked Ladies, Nelly and TLC.


Translink is boosting bus service to help support guests taking transit to the fair.


In a statement, TransLink said it will be adding an express bus to and from the PNE, which will run every 15 minutes each day the fair is open. The 16 PNE Special will run between 29th Avenue Station, Renfrew Station, and the PNE.


The fair runs from Aug. 20 to Sept. 5. 

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Six Picks Events: What to do in RI this weekend (August 19-21)

Six Picks Events: What to do in RI this weekend (August 19-21)

Summer’s not even close to over – don’t even think about it. Over a month to go on the calendar with lots of great beach days ahead! Check out a few ideas for what to do this weekend below in “Six Picks Events.”

Saturday and Sunday: The Rocky Point Historic Baseball Festival is a unique event sponsored by the Providence Grays (where Babe Ruth once played), a local team of historic re-enactors who play the game as it was played in the 1800s (No gloves required!). The Festival includes teams from all over the region including the West Chester Brandywines, the Bovina Dairymen, and the Boston Union. It’s a fun family event – Click here for details.

Friday: Witches’ Night Out Market and Providence Flea host the Market of Myths and Mysteries at Farm Fresh RI in Providence. Check out interactive art installations, and a mystery puzzle while shopping artisans, crafts, vintage vendors, and more. Click here for details.

Saturday: The Warren Folks Festival is not a specifically “folk” music festival, but you may hear some folk-influenced tunes from bands like Vudu Sister, Beauquet, and Rafay Rashid. along with a lot more diverse music. There’s also some of the region’s finest food and drink, plus art and wares from local artists. The event runs from Noon-6PM. Click here for complete details.

Sunday: The theme is “Farm to Keg” at the Ocean State Beer Festival happening Sunday at Ragged Island Brewing in Portsmouth. The festival is focused exclusively on Rhode Island breweries, and each of the over 30 participating brewers has created a special beer with locally grown ingredients for the event. Click here for details.

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CEBL’s basketball weekend continues with outside events

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If you can find a way around the closed Queensway on Saturday, TD Place will be alive with the sounds of basketballs.

And music.

As the Canadian Elite League Basketball’s championship week festivities continue — Friday featured the semifinal showdowns between the Ottawa BlackJacks and Hamilton Honey Badgers as well as the Niagara River Lions versus the Scarborough Shooting Stars — the focus Saturday will be on community engagement.

CEBL commissioner Mike Morreale has said all week that the event in Ottawa is about much more than simply crowning a league champion.

It’s also about using basketball as a vehicle to connect to as large an audience as possible through a variety of events.

While the games are going on inside at TD Place Arena — the final takes place Sunday at 4 p.m. — the surrounding area outside will also be a hive of activity Saturday.

“We have a youth three-on-three tournament that’s going on all day here at Lansdowne,” BlackJacks president Michael Cvitkovic said. “There will be a series of community arts exhibits and opportunities to get involved in basketball. We’ve got concerts, starting at 4 p.m. Some local acts, some French acts. And there will also be a whole bunch of activations out there, so fans can come out (to win prizes). We’re trying to create a real festival atmosphere outside.”

During BlackJacks games this season, fans have been given the opportunity to win free flights on Flair Airlines if they can hit a long, long range shot. That chance will be extended to the community at large on Saturday.

The good news is that the sun should be out.

“They may have closed the highway, but at least we’ve got good weather,” said Cvitkovic, referring to the closure of a section of Highway 417 through Ottawa due to construction. “But we’ve done a lot to communicate to our ticket holders about that.”

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Gurnee Days featuring family-friendly events return this weekend

Gurnee Days featuring family-friendly events return this weekend

GURNEE, Ill. (CBS) — There are plenty of family-friendly events in the north suburbs for Gurnee Days.

It all starts at 7:30 a.m. Saturday for the 5K, 10K, and fun walk. That’s happening at the Hunt Club Community Center.

More Gurnee Days activities are taking place today and tomorrow at Viking Park. The grounds open at noon.

There are activities for kids, a rib eating contest, and even an ice cream eating contest, where the contestants will go against each other and fight off brain freeze.

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Revelstoke Wildflower Festival events in full swing for the weekend – Revelstoke Mountaineer

Revelstoke Wildflower Festival events in full swing for the weekend - Revelstoke Mountaineer

Frisby ridge wildflowers in late August. Photo: Nora Hughes

Revelstoke’s Wildflower Festival goes from August 3 until August 7, 2022, and visitors and residents can find several events all over town to celebrate the vibrant season.

Tourism Revelstoke and Parks Canada offer free shuttles from downtown Revelstoke to the summit area of Mt. Revelstoke National Park for the Wildflower Festival from August 3 – August 7. The shuttle drops passengers off at the Balsam Lake parking area. Riders will have time to explore the summit and attend Parks Canada’s Alpine Adaptations Guided Wildflower walks, running twice daily. The walks detail how the alpine flowers have adapted to living in the harsh alpine environment.

Parks Canada also hosts a DIY watercolour station during the festival, where visitors can paint the natural beauty of the wildflower season.

The Columbia Invasive Species Society is hosting an invasive species identification walk as part of the festivities to inform visitors which plants are native to the area and which are not.

Photographer Laura Szanto is hosting drop-in outdoor portrait sessions.

Laura Szanto is hosting a wildflower photography workshop during the Revelstoke Wildflower Festival. Photo: Laura Szanto

On Saturday, August 6, join the Revelstoke Museum and Archives in celebrating Wildflower Family day.

At Revelstoke Mountain Resort, several events are taking place as part of the festival, including Wildflower High Tea and Hike and Paint with Turbo Bambi.

Events that are ongoing throughout the festival include a photography and colouring competition.

Tourism Revelstoke also lists some self-serve activities visitors, and wildflower enthusiasts can do for an independent adventure.

Self-Serve activities include window paintings of wildflowers at various places in downtown Revelstoke such as the ones at Emo’s, Terra Firma, and Silverwinds. The Mt Revelstoke National Park exhibit at Revelstoke Museum and Archives also boasts wildflower information. Wildflower-themed specials include getting $1 off a pint of Atilla the Honey at Begbie Brewing tasting room and wildflower-themed pastries at Terra Firma.

Photo: Nora Hughes

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This weekend: Coho Rodeo salmon derby, plus First Friday events and hip-hop and funk shows in Anchorage

This weekend: Coho Rodeo salmon derby, plus First Friday events and hip-hop and funk shows in Anchorage
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Anglers fish during the Coho Rodeo Derby on Saturday, Aug. 7, 2021 at Ship Creek in Anchorage. (Loren Holmes / ADN)

One of the summer’s biggest musical events — Salmonfest — takes place in Ninilchik this weekend. But for those that can’t make it, fear not. There are still entertainment options in Anchorage as well as a number of First Friday stops for the art lovers. And for those who like to fish, the second annual Coho Rodeo at Ship Creek.

Coho Rodeo Ship Creek Silver Salmon Derby: 7 a.m. Saturday, The Bait Shack, 212 W. Whitney Rd.

In its second year, the Coho Rodeo held along the banks of Ship Creek allow anglers to cast a line to help others, while also fishing for a chance to win cash prizes. Proceeds from this year’s derby go to Alaska EXCEL, Alaska RiteCare Foundation, Armed Services YMCA Alaska and Bean’s Cafe. Top prize is $1,000 with $2,000 in total cash prizes.

5 Lesbians Eating a Quiche: 7 p.m. Friday-Sunday, Cyrano’s Theatre, 3800 Debarr Rd.

This production at Cyrano’s follows five women assembled in a church basement for the 1956 annual meeting of the Susan B. Anthony Society for the Sisters of Gertrude Stein’s annual quiche breakfast. The play is being directed by Warren Weinstein, who has been performing around Anchorage for the past 25 years. Tickets range from $27-$30.

Alaska Thunder Funk: 7 p.m. Friday, Bernies Bungalow Lounge, 626 D St.

Alaska Thunder Funk provides a blend of funk, rock and hip-hop so dancers should be prepared to get on the floor. The band will be followed by DJ Gre.

Anchorage Chamber Music Festival: 7:30 p.m. Friday UAA Recital Hall, 3700 Alumni Dr.

The music of Ludwig van Beethoven, Richard Strauss and Béla Bartók will be featured at the concert highlighting large chamber ensembles. Tickets range from $24 to $29.50. There is also a house concert fundraiser Saturday with the theme Fairy Tales and Animals.

Do or Die Hip Hop Showcase: 9 p.m. Saturday, Van’s Dive Bar, 1027 E. 5th Ave.

Presented by the Live From The North collective, this night of raps features Kevin The Brain, Ir1, Dan Harder, Prince Melodic, Non Profit Times, Avid Waves, and Cody Bank$. Doors at 9 and the show starts at 9:30 p.m.

Bad Charlotte: 10 p.m. Saturday, Koot’s, 2435 Spenard Rd.

This band is made up of former members of Splendid Chaos, along with Alaska’s own Charlotte Fischbach. Bad Charlotte is in Anchorage playing for three weeks.

First Friday events

The Kobuk, 504 W. 5th Ave., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Tundra Herb Company, 520 W. 6th St., 9-11:55 a.m.

Blush Boutique, 720 D. St., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

Anchorage Museum, 625 C St., 10 a.m.-9 p.m.

International Gallery of Contemporary Art, 427 D St., 5-8 p.m.

Sara’s Gift Cache, 408 W. 4th Ave., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

Wild Scoops, 429 E St., noon-10 p.m.

Kaffee Klatsch, 508 W. 2nd Ave., 3-8 p.m.

49th State Brewing rooftop, 717 W. 3rd Ave., 7-10:30 p.m.

Sevigny Studio, 312 G St., 10 a.m.-9 p.m.

Tiny Gallery, 706 W. 4th Ave., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

Stephan Fine Arts, 939 W. 5th Ave, 6-8:30 p.m.

The Cubby at Hotel Captain Cook, 939 W. 5th Ave., 6:30- 8:30 p.m.

Moose A’la Mode, 360 K St., 7 a.m.-3 p.m.

Anchorage Distillery, 6310 A St., 5-8 p.m.

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First Weekend In August Events

First Weekend In August Events
Peaceful Valley Farmers Market

Peaceful Valley Farmers Market

There are several events planned for the first weekend in August.

All Saints Parish on Cherokee Road in Twain Harte is having its Annual Garage Sale with antiques, collectibles, used furniture and more, Friday through Sunday as detailed here. 

The Annual Flea Market in White Pines, near Arnold, at Independence Hall Saturday and Sunday has a variety of items as detailed in their community event listing here. There will also be local vendors, hot dogs, and shaved ice. They welcome everyone to help them build their new roof fund.

The University of California Cooperative Extension of  Tuolumne County Master Gardeners will be holding an Open Garden Day at the Demonstration Garden on Saturday, August 6th, from 10 am to 1 pm with presentations on Summer Pruning of Fruit Trees and Winter Vegetable Gardening. Details are in their event listing here.

First Yoga Fundraiser for Tuolumne County Youth Centers and Recreation Department. This event will be hosted at Groveland Community Services District, Mary Laveroni Park on August 6th from 10 am to 2 pm. There will be 2 different yoga sessions, healthy food options, a few vendors, and a small silent auction.

The Summer Family Skate Night on Thursdays starts at 5 pm as detailed here and the regular Skate Night is on Saturday. Both events are for rollerblades or quads and you can bring your own or rent them.

Performances of Shakespeare on the Vine theatre company’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream continue Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings at 7pm through August 20th. Sierra Repertory Theatre is performing Sh-Boom! a musical full of ’60s hit songs at the East Sonora Theatre as detailed in our blog here. Our theatre information page is here. The 54th Bear Valley Music Festival is also happening through Sunday August 7th with new music director Alexander Mickelthwate.

The Twain Harte Open Air Market is today from 4 to 7 pm. The Groveland Farmers market is on Friday, the Peaceful Valley Farmers Market is in East Sonora on Friday, the Angels Camp’s Market is on Friday, and Sonora’s Farmers Market is on Saturday morning and the Rotary Club of Groveland is sponsoring a Monthly Saturday Flea Market through September 3rd. Vendors arrive at 7 am with their own tables, chairs and pop up and pay $15 per space.

Twain Harte’s Concerts in the Pines- Presented by the Twain Harte Area Chamber of Commerce with a portion of proceeds going to Twain Harte elementary music program will feature the band Hired Gunn this Saturday.

The monthly pancake breakfasts are held at the Tuolumne County Veterans Hall in downtown Sonora. The doors will be open from 8 to 11 am this Sunday, August 7th.

Check out the Tuolumne County public pool schedule here and all the pool information here.

There is a yard sale as detailed in our Classifieds here.

Movie times are available in our Movie section which also has Pinecrest’s Movies Under the Stars line up for the month here.