With appreciation to Sonja Olsen, Al & Jesse Boyce, and Jerry for all their hard work on the trails, Mountain Spruce Community Park (6335 Mahood Lake Road) is ready for its free Full Moon Snowshoe/Walk from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 24.
Enjoy hot chocolate ($2) and a fire to roast marshmallows. Travel through the Light Walk and across the bridge, then head into the wilderness lit by your headlamp. You will feel connected to the park and sky so bring your telescope. All ages are welcome, but children must be accompanied by an adult.
Condolences
Residents were devastated to learn that Dan Wiebe passed away Feb. 2. An indispensable Deka firefighter who looked after truck maintenance for many years until ill health forced his resignation, Dan will be sorely missed. There will be no service, but a celebration of life is anticipated at the house in the summer.
Deepest sympathy is extended to his wife Lorna, their family and myriad friends.
Deka Ladies
Auxillary
The Deka Ladies Auxillary donated $500 to the South Cariboo Health Foundation’s 2023 Starry Nights project, for a patient-monitoring computer system costing some $80,000; and thanks members for their faithful support of this cause.
The health foundation announced that phenomenal community support actually raised $103,641!
Beginner’s Art
Classes
Sulphurous Lake’s pencil artist Bryan Austerberry is giving two Beginners’ Art Classes at Parkside Art Gallery in April. Each includes 12 hours of instruction, and costs $125 including supplies; for ages 14 to 114. Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.: April 6, 13, 20; or June 8, 15, 22. Pre-register and e-transfer to brasart6@gmail.com
Interlakes
Community Centre
The Interlakes Community Centre is delighted to welcome Crista Herod to the position of Programme Coordinator. A Deka Lake property owner since 2007 and full-time resident since 2022, Crista is usually available at the hall (250-593-4869) from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Mondays to Thursdays.
Enjoy a licensed dinner/dance on March 9, a fundraiser for the outdoor pickleball courts. Doors open at 6 p.m.; dinner at 6:30 p.m.; dance to PJDJ music from 8 p.m. Adult tickets, 18+, $40; youth aged 12 to 17, $20; under 12, free. Reserve by March 1, with e-transfer, including names and tickets required, to interlakesrodeo@outlook.com
April 7’s noon doormat painting session sold all 60 seats in three days! So they added a second session at 3 p.m. the same day; $55. Pre-register and e-transfer to: ecanvasparty@gmail.com —and specify “April 7/Interlakes.”
The 100 Mile Repair Cafe will be back at ICC, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday, March 25.
Greetings
Birthday bubbly goes to Joelle Kuyek, Peggy Lackey, Joyce Rowe, Duncan Jarvis and Les Poirier.
Many congratulations go to Darlene & Monty Furber on their golden wedding anniversary, February 23; and to Dee & Garry Kurtenacker on their 28th.
Calendar
Beginner’s Belly Dance Lessons at Bridge Lake General Store: 6:15 p.m., Mondays and Wednesdays.
Kids Space at ICC: 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., Fridays, Feb. 16 & March 1. Children aged 0 to 12.
Crib at MSCC: 7 p.m., February 16 & March 1.
Deka Lake Ice Fishing Derby: Access 12, 6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., February 17. See the Deka Lake Volunteer Fire Department’s Facebook page on February 14 for a decision regarding cancellation.
Celebration of Life for Dan Rowe at ICC: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 17
Jam Night at MSCC: 7 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 17
Cardio at ICC: 9.30 to 10:30 a.m., Sunday, Feb. 18. 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., Fridays, Feb. 23/March 1.
No-Snow Outhouse Show/Tailgate Party at the Iron Horse Pub on Sunday, Feb. 18! 10 a.m.; no fee; dress up! Outhouse and costume prizes. Breakfast is available from 10 a.m.; FCFS—no reservations.
Log Cabin Quilters at ICC: 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Wednesdays. Feb. 21 for members only; Feb. 28 for Community Quilting.
Creative Kids at ICC: (homeschoolers aged four -12) 1:30-3.30 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 22.
Fishing Highway 24 Fishing Derby at Sheridan Lake Resort: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 24. Adult tickets $10; children aged six to 16, $5.
Poker at ICC: 6:30 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 24. Play starts 7 p.m. sharp. Buy-in $10 plus $2 for the hall. Info: Jeanne, 250-593-4308.
Full Moon in MSC Park: 7 p.m., Saturday, February 24; see above.
Bingo at ICC: (Cash only) 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 25. Doors open at noon.
Interlakes Horse Club Open House at ICC: 6:30 p.m., March 1
Dinner/Dance at ICC: March 9; registration deadline March 1; see above
Doormat Painting at ICC: 3 p.m., April 7; see above