Community events are posted here on the South Wellington and Area Community Association web site and to the sign board on the front of the South Wellington Community Centre, 1555 Morden Road, as well as at other locations throughout the area.
Please note that some events listed are not initiated by SWACA, but are consonant with our community objectives, so we want to let people know about them!
Public Open Houses Boat Harbour - Flewett Point Electoral Area 'A' Community Park Acquisition Proposal
The Regional District of Nanaimo is hosting two open houses to consult with Electoral Area 'A' residents on a proposal to acquire 2.27 acres of Flewett Point, on the eastern shore of Boat Harbour, as an Area 'A' Community Park.
Wednesday, June 23, 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm - Cedar Heritage Centre
Tuesday, June 29, 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm - Cranberry Hall
At the open houses, the Regional District will present information on the proposed acquisition, the electoral assent process, and background on the neighbouring parklands to be secured through the subdivision process with Townline Ventures Boat Harbour Ltd.
Drinking Water and Watershed Protection Workshops - RDN
South RDN Workshop: 6:30pm, June 16th
Cranberry Hall 1555 Morden Road
The Regional District of Nanaimo is inviting local residents to share their water knowledge at a series of upcoming public workshops, starting June 16. Participants will have an opportunity to learn about and discuss local streams, lakes, groundwater, and human activity in watersheds, and provide input to help guide future programs within the RDN's Drinking Water and Watershed Protection (DWWP) program. All local residents are invited to the sessions.
For more information visit the RDN website here>>
RDN Building Inspection Consultations
There are a series of upcoming community meetings scheduled in the Electoral Areas regarding the proposed expansion of building inspection services in the Electoral Areas of the RDN:
1. Lighthouse Community Centre - 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay, BC Open House: June 7, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
2. Bradley Centre - 975 Shearme Road, Coombs, BC Open House: June 9, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
3. Cranberry Fire Hall - 1555 Morden Road South Open House: June 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
The format of these events will be presentation from RDN and other agencies followed by question period. For more information visit the RDN website here>>
Boot Camp
Don’t let the term “boot camp” scare you off! Boot camp style fitness classes incorporate cardio and strength training exercises in an hour long class that is lots of fun! Ages for registration starts at 16, but if you have a younger teen that is already sports oriented please call to inquire. Classes are held outside at the school on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays. There are a number of different registration options and the price is very reasonable. Please call Kelly Fryer for more info at 250-722-0123 or email at kfryer@rdn.bc.ca. Now is the time to do something for you!
Cedar Community School Programs
Cedar Community Schools offers a large variety of parks and rec type programming for all ages. You can pick up the program listing in front of the office at South Wellington Elementary School, or call the community school coordinators at 250-722-2414.
Reiki Level 1 Classes
4 sessions - May 17, 31 and June 7, 14 Mondays from 1:30- 4:30 Location: Lavonne Garnett Counselling & Reiki office
2219 Gomerich Road, South Wellington
Classes offered by Reiki Master, Lavonne Garnett. The registration form can be downloaded here. Discount available for those who register early, contact Lavonne for more information; 250-740-0068.
South Wellington PAC Annual Plant Sale & BBQ Concession
May 8th
10am – 2pm
South Wellington School Hockey Court
SW PAC annual plant sale and BBQ Concession. Everyone is welcome.
South Wellington Day
Sunday, May 02, 2010
1:00 - 4:00 pm
South Wellington Community Hall at 1555 Morden Rd.
The South Wellington Recreation Committee invites all present and past South Wellington community residents to attend this event. The new 400 page South Wellington history book containing family stories, hundreds of photos and historical sketches and maps will be available for the first time! More information here>>.
Community Interest
- April 17th, 1pm, SW School Library: Free! Ready Set Learn Event, Story time for preschoolers, babies welcome, with a parent or caregiver. 754-2873 to register.
- April 24th and 25th, 9am – 2pm, Woodbank School: Woodbank PAC is holding a giant garage sale. Call Kerry at 250-616-6915 for more info.
Cranberry Fire Protection Annual General Meeting
Tuesday, April 27th, 7:00pm
South Wellington Community Hall
Cranberry Fire Protection Annual General Meeting and new trustee election. Come on out to meet our elected trustees and see how our fire protection district works. If you own land in the Cranberry Fire Protection District you are eligible to vote for the trustees.
SWACA Spring Community Market
Sunday, April 25
10am – 2pm
South Wellington Community Hall at 1555 Morden Rd.
There will be a concession, door prizes etc., so come on out for a great community event! SWACA will have a table and donations for that are welcome and appreciated – all monies raised will go towards enhancing our exceptional community! Table rental will be $10; you are welcome to sell whatever you like – crafts, garage sale items, plants, produce, baking, showcase your business etc.
Please call Barb at 754-2820 to reserve your table now or to donate items for sale.
Friends of Morden Mine Open House
Tuesday, April 20
5:00 to 7:00 pm
Cranberry Community Centre, 1555 Morden Road,
Friends of Morden Mine will hold a final Open House for public review of the proposed final site development plan for Morden Colliery Historic Provincial Park and the western portion of Morden Colliery Regional Trail. The proposed plan will be introduced by Gemella Design and is intended to define necessary priorities and actions to enhance park and trail areas.
More information on this project can be found on the FOMM website.
Information Evening - Coastal Vesper Sparrow
Thursday March 25
7:00 pm - Displays & Refreshments with presentation and slide show starting at 7:30 pm.
Cottonwood Golf Course Clubhouse - 1975 Haslam Rd.
An information evening about the Coastal Vesper Sparrow, hosted by the Nanaimo & Area Land Trust and the Garry Oak Ecosystem Recovery Team. Discover why this little bird is special and learn about their history and decline and learn ways to protect our bird populations. For more information telephone 250-714-1990.
Friends of Morden Mine
February 16th -Tuesday
6:30 – 9:30pm
South Wellington Community Hall
The Friends of Morden Mine and SWACA will be co-hosting this open house. Friends of Morden Mine have hired a design firm to create a site plan for the Morden Colliery Park and the western part of the Morden Colliery Trail, and would like to gather ideas and input from the community.
South Wellington Elementary Bottle Drive
January 30th - Saturday
The South Wellington Elementary school PAC will be holding a bottle drive on Saturday January 30th, at the school from 9am – 1pm. They would very much appreciate drop off of returnable empties, or if you cannot bring them by that day please telephone 250-245-0440 for pickup.
South Wellington Neighbourhood Centre Planning Session
January 26th - Tuesday
On Tuesday January 26th there will be an informal brainstorming meeting upstairs in the firehall meeting room from 10am – 12:00 to discuss what ideas we may have when it comes to how a South Wellington Neighbourhood Centre might look in the future and how our ideas and wishes could be reflected in the OCP.
Please come if you are able to share your thoughts and opinions so that the RDN planner can get ideas of what South Wellington residents want.
Once again this is an INFORMAL meeting, the discussion will be focused on South Wellington and what the needs of South Wellington residents are. RDN staff also want to know how we feel our school can be supported in the OCP. If you have any questions please call Krista at 250-245-0440 or email info@southwellington.com.
Winter Wonder Women Boot Camp
January & February, 2010
Weekly every Tuesday & Thursday Evenings
South Wellington Community Hall & Woodbank Primary School Gym
All women age 16+ who want to feel stronger, healthier & happier are welcome. Join instructor Suzie Kelly for our new all-female boot camp. All levels of fitness are welcome!
Complete information on how to participate, fees and schedule are available here>>.
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