Women in the North Conference – Fairview
May 1 from 8:30am to 4pm
Dunvegan Inn and Suites
Keynotes, workshops, catered lunch, talk show with local guests, door prizes and more.
Attn Seniors: Join our Intergenerational Program
May 1 from 2pm to 3:15pm
Mile Zero Regional Multiplex, Grimshaw
Did you know Grimshaw FCSS and Holy Family Grade One students have teamed up to offer an Intergenerational Program? This is an opportunity for seniors to connect with youth where everyone comes together to share, learn and engage with each other. If you’re a senior with free time and would like to participate, please come out! For more information call 780-332-4005 ext. 04.
Mother’s Day Kit
Pick up May 2
Peace River Municipal Library
Your kit will include 4 library picture books, 1 PG-rated library movie, an activity (please let us know if you need more than one), popcorn and snacks. Active library memberships required. Limited quantity of kits available.
Creating a Culture of Respect for Gender and Sexual Diversity
May 2 from 1:30pm to 4:30pm
Online
Deepen your understanding of the differences between sex, gender and sexual orientation and discuss the impacts of homophobia, biphobia, transphobia on 2SLGBTQ+ individuals. Develop skills and tools to support 2SLGBTQ+ community. Ensure you have a reliable internet connection to participate. FREE! Register at peaceriver.ca/registration
Annual Handgames Tournament
May 3 at 10:30am
Mile Zero Regional Multiplex, Grimshaw
Handgames are a traditional First Nations game involving hiding or guessing. Players use gestures and movements with rocks and blankets to distract their opponents. The winner is determined by a points system kept track of with sticks.
An Afternoon with Dr. Akim Omokanye
May 3 from 1pm to 3pm
MD of Peace Office
Join us for a two-hour coffee-shop style session with Dr. Akim Omokanye. Discuss common topics in an intimate and laid-back setting and have all your questions answered as we head into the 2024 farming season. Presented by the Peace Country Beef and Forage Association. PCBFA members free! Non-members $10.
Please RSVP three days prior to alaina@pcbfa.ca
‘90s vs. 2000s Party
May 3
Sharks Billiards and Lounge, Peace River
With Fresh Squeezed Entertainment. 90s or 2000s dress code. No cover. Drink specials.
Voices of Legends
May 3 & 4 at 7pm
Muther Truckerz, Berwyn
$25. Steve Hillis’ One Man Show with tributes to Country Legends on Friday and Old Rock and Roll on Saturday plus audience requests and dance party after.
2024 Peace River Dodgeball Tournament
May 3 & 4
Baytex Energy Centre,
Peace River
For ages 18+. Cash prizes and beer garden. For more info visit peacerotaract.com.
Free Stuff Fairview
May 4 from 10am to 4pm
Town of Fairview
Free Community-Wide Garbage Drop Off
May 4
Fairview Public Works Yard
Free Public Swim
May 4 from 3pm to 5:30pm
Fairview Aquatic Centre
Sponsored by the Burnt River Rec Assn.
Write-In
May 4 from 3:30pm to 5pm
Peace River Municipal Library
Writing for Advocacy: Do you have a cause you’re passionate about? Looking to help affect government policy? Learn the steps and techniques to write effective advocacy and action letters with our facilitator, Kelly Pippin. For ages 16+. Register at prmlibrary.ab.ca/events
Free Family Fun Nights
May 5 from 7pm to 9pm
Mile Zero Regional Multiplex, Grimshaw
Burn off some energy and have some fun! Sponsored by Beyond 2000 and Xplornet. For more info, call 780-332-4005 ext. 0
Circle of Security Parent Program
May 6 from 6pm to 8pm
PRFRN Hub, Peace River
This 8-week program is for all parents of children ages 0-14. Registration is required, but it’s free to attend. Childcare is available upon request. Call 780-624-0770 to register.
Senior Coffee Morning
May 7 from 10am to 11am
Nampa Sunrise Café
Stop in for a free cup of coffee or tea and reconnect with your neighbours. Sponsored by the Nampa FCSS. For more information call 780-322-3954.
Women in the North Conference – Manning
May 8 from 8:30am to 4pm
Battle River Ag Hall
Keynotes, workshops, catered lunch, talk show with local guests, door prizes and more.
Kids Konnection
May 8 from 3:30pm to 4:30pm
Nampa FCSS Office
For children ages 6+. Join us for a variety of interactive activities while connecting with your friends after school. Limited spots available. To register or for more information call 780-322-3954.
Mother’s Day Farmers Market
May 8 from 3:30pm to 6:30pm
Fairview Legion
Family Night Community Bike Rodeo
May 8 from 5pm to 7pm
Baytex Energy Centre,
Peace River
Join the Peace Region FRN and AHS Health Promotions for tons of fun at our May Family Night! Bring your bikes and helmets to explore our indoor bike rodeo. Check out the fun family activities and enjoy a hot dog supper. All ages welcome. Call the FRN to register. Space is limited. 780-624-0770
Linocut Cardmaking Workshop
May 8 from 6pm to 7:30pm
Peace River Municipal Library
With artist Carolyn Gerk. Create three greeting cards using your own carved and designed blocks. Ages 14+. Register at prmlibrary.ab.ca/events
Dungeons & Dragons
May 9 from 6pm to 8pm
Fairview Public Library
D&D is a fantasy tabletop role-playing game. Come play a one-time adventure with any level 1 player. Ages 12+.
Home Roots Concert with Mia Kelly
May 9 at 6:30pm
Grimshaw Municipal Library
Tickets ($25) are available at the Grimshaw Library. Call 780-332-4553 for more information.
Mom & Me Cake Decorating
May 9 at 6:30pm
St. Isidore Cultural Centre
Join Defosses Desserts for a step-by-step cake decorating workshop in celebration of Mother’s Day.
For more information call 780-624-8071
Community-Wide Garage Sale
May 9 to 11
Town of Fairview
Family Building Night
May 10 from 5pm to 7pm
Rosary School, Manning
Join the Peace River FRN and Manning & District FCSS for an evening of FREE family fun for all ages. Interactive building centres, free pizza supper with something for the whole family! Register today.
780-624-0770 | frn@peaceriver.ca
Bike Rodeo
May 10 at 1pm
Nampa Public School Parking Lot
For grades K-6. Bring your helmets, bicycles and scooters to learn safety tips and tricks. Snacks, refreshments and door prizes. For more information call 780-322-3954.
Mall Market
May 11 from 10am to 4pm
Riverdrive Mall, Peace River
Mother’s Day Mayhem Nerf Wars
May 11 from 10am to 5pm
Peace River Municipal Library
Make memories playing Nerf Wars with your whole family (ages 5+). Games include Capture the Flay, Family vs. Family and Parents vs. Kids. Take a picture at our Nerf photo wall. Enter to win prizes from Value Drug Mart. Register at prmlibrary.ab.ca/events to book your family’s 45-min time slot.
Peace River Farmers Market
May 11 from 10am to 2pm
8002 102 Ave. Peace River
Marie Reine Mother’s Day Breakfast
May 12 from 10am to 12:30pm
Marie Reine Cultural Centre
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a free breakfast and Mother’s Day-themed crafts. The Marie Reine Cultural Society will be collecting non-perishable donations for the Nampa/Northern Sunrise County Community Pantry Program. For more information call 780-618-1476.
Mother’s Day Pancake Breakfast
May 12
Weberville Hall
Hosted by the Weberville Revitalization Society
Little Adventures: Buggin’ Out
May 13 from 10am to 11:30am
Nampa FCSS Office
For ages 0-5 and their parents/guardians. Join us for bug-themed crafts, games and snacks. Limited spots available. Please pre-register. To register or for more information call 780-322-3954.
Working with Children Who have Experienced Trauma & Grief and Resiliency
May 13
Fairview Provincial Building
Two half-day workshops. Workshop is facilitated by PACE presenters from Grande Prairie and sponsored by FCSS Fairview & District. Workshop is free, but pre-registration is required. For more information call 780-835-5471 or email fcss@fairview.ca.
Tech Talk
May 14 from 10am to 11:30am
Nampa FCSS Office
Not sure how to use your smart phone, tablet or laptop? Pop in with your device and get one-on-one assistance. For more information call 780-322-3954.
Women in the North Conference – Peace River
May 15 from 8:30am to 4pm
Chateau Nova Hotel
Keynotes, workshops, catered lunch, talk show with local guests, door prizes and more.
La Petite Ecole
May 15 at 10am
St. Isidore Cultural Centre
For children ages 0-5 and their parents/guardians. Join us for themed crafts, games, snacks and a presentation from AHS Health Promotions on park and sun safety. Please pre-register. To register or for more information call 780-624-8071.
Kids Konnection
May 15 from 3:30pm to 4:30pm
Nampa FCSS Office
For children ages 6+. Join us for a variety of interactive activities while connecting with your friends after school. Limited spots available. To register or for more information call 780-322-3954.
International Day of Families Free Open Court Time
May 15 from 5pm to 7pm
Mile Zero Regional Multiplex, Grimshaw
International Day of Families is a day to celebrate all types of families. Clean indoor shoes are required. For more information call 780-332-4005.
Summer Lesson Registration and Rental Opening
May 16 at 8am
Peace Regional Pool, Peace River
Friends of the Library Annual General Meeting
May 16 at 5:30pm
Peace River Municipal Library
Friends of the Library is a charity that helps fundraise for the library. It is a low-commitment, big-reward group. Friends volunteers meet about four times a year and most of the fundraising is done by working a casino every three years. Friends need at least three more volunteers this year. To learn more or to join, call or stop by the library or come to the AGM.
PD Camp Day
May 17
Baytex Energy Centre
Peace River
Go to peaceriver.ca/registration to register
Extra Public Swim
May 17 from 10am to 12pm
Peace Regional Pool, Peace River
No School Days Youth Dodgeball
May 17 from 1:30pm to 2:30pm
Mile Zero Regional Multiplex, Grimshaw
$2 per participant.
780-332-4005 ext. 0
Free Opening Swim
May 17 from 7pm to 9pm
Grimshaw Outdoor Pool
For more information call 780-332-4010
FCSS Free Community Days Event
May 18
Fairview Aquatic Centre
Movie starts at 1:30pm. Free Swim from 3pm to 5:30pm. Sponsored by FCSS Fairview & District.
Sunday Funday
May 19 from 10am to 5pm
Historic Dunvegan Provincial Park
Fun for the whole family!
Free Family Fun Nights
May 19 from 7pm to 9pm
Mile Zero Regional Multiplex, Grimshaw
Burn off some energy and have some fun! Sponsored by Beyond 2000 and Xplornet. For more info, call 780-332-4005 ext. 0
Seniors Social Connection Event
May 20 at 10:30am
Hines Creek Seniors Centre
No School Days Youth Nerf Wars
May 20 from 1:30pm to 2:30pm
Mile Zero Regional Multiplex, Grimshaw
$2 per participant. Clean indoor shoes are required. BYO Nerf gun. Safety glasses and standard nerf darts are provided. For new participants, parents must sign a one-time waiver. | 780-332-4005 ext. 0
Statutory Schedule
May 20
Peace Regional Pool, Peace River
Parent & Tot/Lane: 12:30pm to 1:30pm, Family Swim: 1:30pm to 3:30pm, Public Swim: 3:30pm to 5:30pm
Senior Coffee Morning
May 21 from 10am to 11am
Nampa Foods
Stop in for a free cup of coffee or tea and reconnect with your neighbours. Sponsored by the Nampa FCSS. For more information call 780-322-3954.
Seniors Social Connection Event
May 21 at 10:30am
Fairview Legion
Victoria Day Free Public Swim
May 21 from 1pm to 3pm
Grimshaw Outdoor Pool
For more information call 780-332-4010.
Extra Public Swim
May 21 from 6pm to 7:45pm
Peace Regional Pool, Peace River
Kids Konnection
May 22 from 3:30pm to 4:30pm
Nampa FCSS Office
For children ages 6+. Join us for a variety of interactive activities while connecting with your friends after school. Limited spots available. To register or for more information call 780-322-3954.
FCSS Open House
May 22 from 6pm to 7:30pm
Cecil Thompson Park
Meet the FCSS Staff and FCSS Advisory Committee Members while gathering service and program information. Light snacks and refreshments provided. For more information call 780-625-3287.
Extra Public Swim
May 23 from 6pm to 7:45pm
Peace Regional Pool, Peace River
Death Café
May 23 at 7pm
Grimshaw Municipal Library
Death Café is a global movement providing a space to talk about life, loss, grief and gratitude. Are you curious, fearful, developing your beliefs, have stories to share or questions? Everyone is welcome. All backgrounds, religions, cultures and beliefs are invited to join our conversation is a safe, non-judgmental space.
Deathcafe.com | Janet: 780-618-7596 | Brandi: 780-617-4685
AHS Food Safe Course
May 23 & 24
from 8:30am to 4:30pm
Athabasca Hall Lower Level, Peace River
This two-day course prepares participants for the exam and certification required by Section 31 of Alberta’s Food Regulation. Participants will learn about food safety topics and will complete a 50 question multiple choice exam at the end of the course. If successful, participants will receive a certificate and be added to the provincial registry. This course provides a two-day Food Safety Alberta certificate that does not expire. For ages 16+. $75. Register at peaceriver.ca/registration
Family Dodgeball
May 24 from 3:30pm to 4:30pm
Nampa Public School Gymnasium
Connect with your family over a friendly game of dodgeball. For more information call 780-322-3954.
Peace River Farmers Market
May 25 from 10am to 2pm
8002 102 Ave. Peace River
Flowers and Photos May 25 Peace River Cabins and Outdoors Floral arrangements, treats and photoshoot For more info or to book visit peacerivercanada.com/specials-packages.php
Open Mic
May 25 from 5pm to 12am
Heilan Beer House, Fairview
with “A Proctor Party”
2-Ball Scramble
May 25 at 10am
Condy Meadows Golf Course, Manning
$170 per team of two. Registration opens April 1. Tons of prizes to be won. All skill levels welcome. Men’s, women’s and mixed teams. Lunch and supper included. Carts included. This is a “New School Yard Fundraiser” in partnership with the Paul Rowe School Foundation and the Manning Elementary School Enhancement Society.
Community Garden Planting Day
May 25 at 1pm
Dixonville Community Garden
Get your hands in the dirt and get the Community Garden looking beautiful for 2024. Rock painting activity and treats to follow.
55+ Outing: Greenhouse Tour
May 27
Van will start pick up at 10am
Dunvegan Greenhouse
Board the van for a luncheon and a day at the greenhouse. Free of charge. Bring money for your greenhouse purchases. To register or for more information call 780-322-3954.
Bike Rodeo
May 27 from 5pm to 6:30pm
St. Isidore Fire Hall Parking Lot
For children in K-6. Bring your bike/scooter and helmet to school to learn about helmet and road safety. Hot dogs and refreshments on-site. For more information call 780-624-8071.
Free Swim
May 27 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Peace Regional Pool, Peace River
Sponsored by Source Energy Services | peaceriver.ca/pool
Peace River Spring Cleanup
May 27 to 31
This year’s Spring Cleanup will be done through curbside pickup. Items for pick up must be out by 7am on your regular garbage collection day and during the week GFL will haul your items away. You’re allowed to put out two large items along with other items contained within a 2 metre x 4 metre area on your yard or portion of your property easily accessible from the road. For more info visit peaceriver.ca
Extra Public Swim
May 28 from 6pm to 7:45pm
Peace Regional Pool, Peace River
Moving from Self-Care to Self-Sustainability
May 29 from 9am to 12pm
St. Isidore Cultural Centre
Take a deep dive into the roles of self-compassion and strength of vulnerability. It is important to remember that we all have a past and future that influences how we can interact in our work environments. Participants will have the opportunity to share their wisdom related to building strong relationships at work through authentic communication and self-compassion. Light snacks and refreshments provided. To register or for more information call 780-625-3287.
Creating Boundaries for Children, Teens and Technology Workshop
May 29 from 1pm to 4pm
St. Isidore Cultural Centre
This three-hour workshop supports caregivers and professionals in finding technology balance for children, youth and themselves. Participants will be presented with perspectives from both sides of the screen-use debate, current research regarding children and youth’s relationship with technology and media, and strategies for healthy technology use. Light snacks and refreshments provided. To register or for more information call 780-625-3287.
Extra Public Swim
May 30 from 6pm to 7:45pm
Peace Regional Pool, Peace River
Late Night Swimming
May 31 from 9pm to 10pm
Grimshaw Outdoor Pool
For more information call 780-332-4010
Canadian Firearms Safety Course (PAL)
May 31 from 6:30pm to 9pm
and June 1 from 9am to 4pm
Vision Learning Centre, Peace River
$140. This two-day course is designed to provide you with the necessary knowledge and skills for safe firearm handling, in compliance with PAL requirements. | visionlearningcentre.com
Peace River Regional Women’s Shelter Used Book Sale
May 31 from 4pm to 8pm
June 1 from 10am to 4pm
June 2 from 12pm to 4pm
Chateau Nova, Peace River
Cash only. ATM on-site. Have books to donate? Drop them off at Chateau Nova’s Front Desk from May 21 to 30.
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