Learn How to Take Care Of, Groom and Ride Horses Day Camp goes on Monday, Jan. 27 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 9550 Patterson Rd. E. Presented by Hylee Training this day camp is suitable for children seven and older. This is the best way to spend a Pro-D Day - surrounded by horses. Ride, learn about how to take care of our four-legged friends, and practice your stable management skills in this one-day adventure camp. Cost is $120 plus GST.
Pottery Mug Painting Class goes Thursday, Jan. 30 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Northern Lights Estate Winery, 745 Prince George Pulpmill Road hosted by Three Mad Potters. During this event people can choose a bare pottery mug to customize. All painting supplies, glazes and expert instruction is included along with a glass of Northern Lights wine. The completed mug will be kiln-fired. Tickets are $110 at www.buynorthernlightswines.com/madd-potter-class
Beaded Feathers goes Thursday, Jan. 30 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Two Rivers Gallery. Learn basic peyote stitch to create a beaded stem on a naturally harvested feather using different coloured seed beads. Join Indigenous programmer Crystal Behn to create a customized accessory. Enjoy freshly made treats while learning traditional Indigenous art. Everyone is welcome. $31.50 for one session. Register at tworiversgallery.ca/programs/beaded-feathers.
Lheidli T’enneh Family Night goes Friday, Jan. 31 at 5 p.m. at The House of Ancestors, 355 Vancouver St. The event is presented by the Lheidli T’enneh Family Development Program & Health Services team and in attendance will be the Elders’ Society for Lheidli who are fundraising for their conference trip that takes place in October. Family night is for members to reconnect with community with no business on the agenda. There will be craft making, games and door prizes. There is a silent auction and 50/50 draw for those who would like to participate.
Susie Roth Show goes Saturday, Feb. 1 at 7 p.m. at Deadfall Brewing Company, 1733 Nicholson St. S. This is a free show but donations are appreciated.
Live Music with Jayde goes Saturday, Feb. 1 from 8 to 10 p.m. at Trench Brewing, 399 Second Ave. Jayde’s artistry shines through her deep connection to her music and the experiences she channels into her songs. Her authentic and soulful style sets her apart, as she creates music with emotional depth and resonance. Jayde’s work is a beautiful reflection of her personal story and her heartfelt approach to music. No cover, tips welcomed.
Coastal Drifters with Highbush Caribou goes Saturday, Feb. 1 at 9 p.m. at the Prince George Legion, 1116 Sixth Ave. Coastal Drifters! Rez Rock band from Kitselas, B.C. guarantees to get the party started with a high-energy performance and catchy original tunes. Live at the Legion joined by fellow northwest coast spooky surf rockers High Bush Caribou. Doors at 8 p.m., show starts at 9 p.m. Tickets 19+ only are $15 in advance or $20 at the door. Tickets at madloon.ca.
Tea Blending with Botanical Inspired Hearts goes Saturday, Feb. 1 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Jack Bryant Studio space at Studio 2880, 2880-15th Ave. This event, presented by Lisa from Wildflower Farm and Kristina from Off the Pebbled Path, encourages guests to blend tea to make a trio of botanical themed decoupaged heart ornaments. Price is $45 per person. To register text Lisa with Wildflower Farm at 250-961-3519 or email [email protected]
Breaking the Ice with Mama’s Broke, John Wort Hannam and Reckless Burning goes Wednesday, Feb. 5 at 7:30 p.m. at Knox Performance Centre, 1448 Fifth Ave. This is the kickoff for the Coldsnap Music Festival featuring an evening of authentic folk and roots music, where soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics resonate. Rich storytelling and emotive performances take centre stage, captivating audiences with songs that touch on life’s raw truths. For more information and tickets visit www.coldsnapfestival.com.
Garden Planning 101 goes Thursday, Feb. 6 at 6:30 p.m. at the downtown branch of the Prince George Public Library. This presentation by REAPS is for those who are thinking of starting their first vegetable garden this year or looking to try some new gardening methods. Attend to learn more about the basics of organic gardening and how it can help support healthy people and ecosystems.
IceJam – Songcraft by the Tracks with John Wort Hannam goes Thursday Feb. 6 at noon at the Central BC Railway and Forestry Museum, This is a free Coldsnap Music Festival workshop. Against the backdrop of a museum that is historically charming, this event features an afternoon of storytelling, fond insights into songwriting, and acoustic songs by one of Canada's leading folk artists. For more information visit www.coldsnapfestival.com.
IceJam – Mama’s Broke goes Thursday, Feb. 6 at 5 p.m. at the Two Rivers Gallery, 725 Canada Games Way. This is a free Coldsnap Music Festival workshop. Enjoy a fantastic late afternoon performance that invites people to enjoy a captivating blend of folk, roots, and raw energy. In addition to the music, there will be food for attendees to enjoy while soaking up the ambience. A celebration of community, culture, and creativity not to be missed. For more information visit www.coldsnapfestival.com.
Artist Talk & Opening Reception goes Thursday, Feb. 6 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Two Rivers Gallery, 725 Civic Plaza. Join artists Amber Bracken to discuss her works in Dreamers, as well as Betty Kovacic and Emily Neufeld to discuss their works in the group exhibition The Road Not Taken. Enjoy an artist talk, light refreshments, cash bar and the opportunity to connect over art and conversation. This event is free and open to all ages to attend. Come earlier to enjoy the ColdSnap IceJam concert held in the atrium space from 5 to 6 p.m. prior to the opening reception.
IceJam – Stories & Song with Jeff Stuart & Lindsay Pratt goes Friday, Feb. 7 at noon at PG & District Seniors Centre, 425 Brunswick St. This is a free Coldsnap Music Festival workshop. Sweet Americana-inspired folk songs, combined with dreamy harmonies, take the listener's heart. Together Stuart and Pratt offer an experience that is as emotionally moving as it is entertaining. Don't pass up the chance for an afternoon of entertainment and intimate storytelling. For more information visit www.coldsnapfestival.com.
IceJam – Celtic Jam with Beolach, Jocelyn Pettit and Under the Rocks goes Friday, Feb. 7 at 3 p.m. at Knox Performance Centre, Heritage Hall, 1448 Fifth Ave. This is a free Coldsnap Music Festival workshop that is an acoustic Celtic kitchen party-style jam which invites local music lovers to experience a dynamic and intimate performance where artists share tunes, stories, and spontaneous collaborations. Participation is not just encouraged but celebrated - it's a perfect opportunity to trade songs and stories with other musicians in a relaxed, welcoming setting. For more information visit www.coldsnapfestival.com.
Chris Goodwin Band Live goes Saturday, Feb. 8 from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. at Nelly’s Pub, 2274 John Hart Highway. The Chris Goodwin Band is kicking off their 2025 show schedule by celebrating the release of their brand new single, G ‘n' R Tee, currently playing on SiriusXM Top of the Country radio. It’s going to be a party. Cover is absolutely free and the dance floor is waiting.
Bookworm Boogie with Ginalina goes Saturday, Feb. 8 from 10:15 to 11 a.m. at the Prince George Public Library’s main branch. This is a free Coldsnap Music Festival workshop. Everyone is invited to join Juno nominated singer-songwriter Ginalina, who is known for her cheerful and heartwarming folk songs that applaud nature, family, and community, inspiring children and parents alike with singing, dancing, and connecting. The event will start with a music-themed reading to welcome the children and make for a good transition to an interactively engaging performance. For more information visit www.coldsnapfestival.com.
The Art of Breaking Through workshop with Cat Clyde goes Saturday, Feb. 8 at noon at Omineca Arts Centre, 369 Victoria St. This is a free Coldsnap Music Festival workshop to discuss trials and tribulations of getting into the music scene, inspirations behind songs, and how to go from an idea to a finished creation. Q&A to follow. For more information visit www.coldsnapfestival.com.
Coldsnap for Kids – 1! with Robin Layne & The Rhythm Makers goes Saturday, Feb. 8 at 1:30 p.m. at the Knox Performance Centre, 1448 Fifth Ave. This is a lively, interactive concert full of fun rhythms and playful melodies designed just for children. With upbeat tunes and exciting percussion, this show invites young listeners to dance and clap along. The performance is a joyful celebration of sound, introducing children to the wonders of rhythm and beat in a way that’s both engaging and educational. For more information and tickets visit https://www.coldsnapfestival.com
IceJam – Acoustic In-the-Rounds with St. Arnaud & the Hearts goes Saturday, Feb. 8 at 3 p.m. at the Knox Performance Centre Heritage Hall, 1448 Fifth Ave. An intimate, in-the-round performance with members of St.Arnaud and The Hearts. This is a free Coldsnap Music Festival workshop featuring a distinctive kind of performance in which the artists gather and share their songs and stories with inspiration in a collaborative, up-close setting. For more information visit www.coldsnapfestival.com.
Valentine Bazaar goes Saturday, Feb. 8 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, Feb. 9 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Prince George Roll-A-Dome, 2588 Recplace Dr. Come out for a fun day of shopping, sit down and enjoy lunch, take some selfies, and do some crafts with the kiddos. There will be food and coffee vendors, local businesses, crafters and artisans.
Nature Spa Workshop goes Sunday, Feb. 9 from 2 to 5 p.m. at St. Michaels Orthodox, 2793 Range Rd. This event, presented by Wildflower Farm and Moose, Mushrooms and Mud offers an immersive spa experience as you hand craft your own spa products using florals, herbs, healing oils, salts and more. Herbs and florals are locally grown and foraged. Products participants can create include infused massage oil, wildcrafted tea blend, body lotion bar and a body sugar scrub. Price is $80 per person. To register text Lisa at Wildflower Farm at 250-961-3519. For more information visit https://www.facebook.com/events/4011162732542680
38th annual Prince George Iceman goes Sunday, Feb. 9 at 10 a.m. This is the ultimate winter challenge featuring for ages 16+ a 8km ski, 10km run, 5km skate, 5km run, 800m swim. For ages 10-15 a 4km ski, 5km run, 3km skate, 5km run, 400m swim. This multi-sport event brings together winter pursuits and showcases the city's great recreation facilities. This is a race for everyone from beginner to elite athletes and includes both solo and relay team categories. The event is spectator-friendly with many opportunities to cheer on participants at the Otway Nordic Centre, the Outdoor Ice Oval and the Aquatic Centre. For more information and to register visit www.pgiceman.ca/register/.
Arts & Crafts with The Garrys workshop goes Sunday, Feb. 9 at noon at Omineca Arts Centre, 369 Victoria St. This is a free Coldsnap Music Festival workshop on making music and getting into the scene. With live performances the workshop is set to explore the ideas that inspire songs and go through a process of how those ideas reach the finished product. Attendees will learn songwriting basics and are welcome to ask questions about how to manage the transition from a new band to a popular act. For more information visit www.coldsnapfestival.com.
Coldsnap for Kids – 2! With Ginalina goes Sunday, Feb. 9 at 1:30 p.m. at Knox Performance Centre, 1448 Fifth Ave. Four-time Juno and five-time Canadian Folk Music Awards nominee Ginalina pioneers unique family folk music, eclectic fusion folk music, and beautiful children's books that celebrate family, nature, community, culture. Her songs and stories are respectful and real, warm and winsome, emotive and energizing. For more information and tickets visit https://www.coldsnapfestival.com
SD 57 Indigenous Education Community Dinner goes Wednesday, Feb. 12 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Prince George Secondary School cafeteria, 2901 Griffiths Ave. This is an evening for connection and conversation around Indigenous Education in SD57. Many voices and lots of input are essential to help guide programs and services. Come share experiences, ideas, and insights on how to further support Indigenous student success across School District 57. All ages welcome. Dinner, door prizes and childcare provided. Register with Dorthy at 250-562-4843 or [email protected].
ECRA Valentine’s Social goes Saturday, Feb. 15 with doors open at 4 p.m., dinner at 5 and dance starting at 6:15 p.m. at the Elder Citizens Recreation Association, 1692 Tenth Ave. This event features the Theresa Jordan Band performing a variety of music including country, pop and bluegrass. There will also be a 50/50 draw. Net proceeds go to the ECRA sound system project. Tickets are $25 each available at the centre Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Anti-Valentine’s Day Comedy Show goes Saturday, Feb. 15 at 8:30, doors at 7:30 p.m. at the Central BC Railway and Forestry Museum, 850 River Rd. The event is presented by Farmhouse Catering. Tired of all the sappy Valentine’s Day cliches? Come for an unforgettable night of comedy that puts love in the hot seat. Standup comedians performing include Dale Ehrstien, Cody Malbeuf, Kyle Lewis Holt, Brad Webb, Shannon Street and Sara Jones. This is a 19+ show. Seats are first come, first served. Tickets start at $15, VIP goes for $28 and group tickets are up for grabs, too, at www.farmhousecatering.ca/events.
Candlelight: Valentine's Day Special goes Saturday, Feb. 15 offered during two performances at 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. at Knox Performance Centre, 1448 Fifth Ave. Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Prince George. Get your tickets now to discover romantic music at Knox Performance Centre under the gentle glow of candlelight. This music is performed by a string quartet surrounded by 2,000 flameless candles. For tickets that start at $16.50 visit feverup.com/en/prince-george-bc-canada/candlelight.
The Perfect Date Nite goes Saturday, Feb. 22 from 8 to 11 p.m. at Omineca Arts Centre, 369 Victoria St. Not a hoax, not a joke. Improv Shmimprov is back with a brand new show. In the intimate surroundings of the Omineca Arts Centre the team will work out some romantic and some not-so-romantic sketches. There’s some fun games and sketches the audience can take home with them. As always there’s snickety snacks and drinkie drinks so bring a date and have some laughs. Doors open at 7p.m. and show starts at 8. Tickets are $20 at the door but to avoid disappointment get them early at www.shmimprovimprov.ca/the-perfect-date-night.
Food Frolic 2025 goes Saturday, Feb. 22 at 6 p.m.at the Hart Highlands Winter Club (Hart Ski Hill). This is a fundraiser to support Spinal Cord Injury BC local programs and services and the Hart Ski Hill Universal upgrades. The event features Food Celebration Stations, live country music by Crazy Spur and there’s a dance, too. There is a silent auction and 50/50 raffle. Tickets are $50 at the club.
BC Old Time Fiddlers’ Jams and Lessons go every Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. at the First Baptist Church, 483 Gillett St. Everyone is welcome to attend. Drop-in fee is $5 at the door.
Games Night goes every Thursday at 7 p.m at Spruce Capital Seniors Centre, 3701 Rainbow Drive. Come on down and join in a game of backgammon, checkers, crib or better yet try out the pool table or dart board, please bring your own darts. Open to everyone for a $5 drop in fee.
Craft & Chat at the main branch of the Prince George Public Library goes every Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m. in the magazine corner, second floor, where fibre artists are invited to bring their latest projects to share, vent frustrations, brag about successes, get and give help and join in lively discussions. Snacks provided. This event is in partnership with Great Northwest Fibre Fest.
Parkinson Support Group meetings are the third Saturday of each month at 1 p.m. at the Spruce Capital Seniors Centre, 3701 Rainbow Drive. Meetings are informal and are for sharing information about slowing down the progression of PD. There are guest speakers, special events and biweekly exercise sessions and positive social interaction. Use lower parking lot beside ball diamond to access the seniors centre.
Trivia Night at Nancy O’s goes every other Wednesday at 8 p.m., 1261 Third Ave. There are three rounds per game, each round has five themed questions and five music questions. There’s something for everyone. The winning team gets a custom Nancy O’s Trivia trophy and a round of drinks, their photo on the wall that goes into the winners’ book after two weeks. Those caught cheating will be publicly shamed and labelled as cheaters – good wholesome fun. Book a spot by calling ahead at 250-562-8066.
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