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Fall has arrived but it doesn’t mean we slow down in the Cariboo. Tryouts for the Williams Lake Stampeders end this week and there are lots of fun events for children and adults. The weather has been fabulous, so get out and have fun.

Thursday, September 27

Williams Lake Over 40’s Activity Group is a group for singles and couples over 40 with similar and varied interests. Activities may include dinners, hiking, camping, movies etc. Always looking for more ideas and people willing to host activities. 8:00pm every Thursday. Fees (if any) for activities are the responsibility of the individuals participating  Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

'TOPS BC Meeting (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)' meets every Thursday across from Safeway at 8:45am to 10:00am. For more information or directions, call Ada at or Corinne at .   

Public Talk on Buddism on today at 7:00pm at the Gendun Drubpa Buddhist Centre, 212 South 3rd Ave Williams Lake, . For more information, email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

The Williams Lake Stampeders 2012/2013 Season Tryouts end tonight at 8:45pm. Open tryouts for all prospective players and all returning players. For more information, please contact General Manager, Kelly Kohlen at , or Head Coach, Cliff Philpot at .

Friday, September 28

A prevention initiative to raise awareness about violence against women. This event is free and open to all members of our community.Participate in an evening walk through Williams Lake as a way for women to 'Take Back the Night'. We encourage all members of our community to help recognize this important matter,  help raise awareness, promote prevention, honor all of the women affected by violence and support families of victims.  Meet at 5:00pm at Boitanio Park.

The Bantam Tier 2 Timberwolves take on the Quesnel Thunder tonight in William Lake at 7:00pm. The Timberwolves play again Saturday morning at 9:00am vs Prince George. This is great free entertainment, and there are big ticket items at the raffle table plus 50/50 draws.

Saturday, September 29

The Williams Lake Minor Hockey Association, along with Participaction BC are hosting a ‘Hockey! TRY IT!’ event this weekend. This event has been created for anyone, of any age, that has ever wanted to try hockey, but never had a chance. It is completely free and includes a few hours of simple on ice drills and games for kids (young and old) to try.  It takes place Saturday, September 29 from 11:00am until 1:00pm at the Cariboo Memorial Complex, as well as Sunday from 9:00am until  10:30am.  Those interested can call Karen Chabot at for more information.

Sunday, September 30

The Williams Lake Boys and Girls Club host their 2nd Annual 'Shifting Gears' Mountain Biking Fundraiser today. 'Shifting Gears' is a non-competitive, fun, family friendly event along the Snakes and Ladders/Spokey Hollow trails, followed by a barbeque in the park and prize draws. Registration is $10 per person or $25 for a family. All proceeds go to our after school programs.  Check out their website at http://bgcwilliamslake.com for more information, or call and ask Stefanie or Monica.

Dr. Perry Vitoratos of the Cariboo Dental Clinic invites community members to swim for free at the Sam Ketcham Pool which is located at the Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex. The event runs from 1:30-3:00pm and the rope swing, slide and diving boards will be open. Come on down and have a splashing good time!

Coming up:

  • October 2 marks the start of winter skate programs in Williams Lake. Register for Canskate, Junior Academy, intermediate and senior programs at the arena in the lobby, on October 2 at 8:00am.  For more information, contact the Williams Lake Skating Club at , by email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or visit their website: williamslakeskatingclub.com
  • Tiny Treasures Art Expeience At Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex
  • The Ministry for Children and Family Development (MCFD) is hosting an Autism Outreach Parent/Caregiver Workshop in Williams Lake. The workshop is free, but registration is required.

 

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