Fungi in World Folklore & Mythology goes Thursday, Aug. 8 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Prince George Public Library. Delve into how mushrooms and fungi are depicted in stories, from supernatural elements to quests for immortality and divine connection. This presentation explores common themes in the portrayal across global folklore and myth. Presented in partnership with the Northern B.C. Mycological Society. Free drop in event geared for adults.
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Ultimate Tribute to Adele goes Thursday, Aug. 8 with doors open at 6 p.m. at Northern Estates Winery, 745 Prince George Pulpmill Road. This is a new fundraiser for the Prince George Hospice Palliative Care Society and features performer Ashley Borody. Tickets are $60 each and available for purchase online at www.pghpcs.ca or in person at the Hospice Solace Centre.
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Legends, Live! With Elvis! goes Friday, Aug. 9 and Saturday, Aug. 10 at 8 p.m. presented by the Underground Show Lounge & Bar at 1177 Third Ave. An unforgettable night of legendary performances by talented tribute artists who pay homage to some of your favourite stars. Starring Kat Fullerton as Almost Marilyn, Cory Hicks as Elton Enough and Mark Kazakov as Elvis! Doors at 7 p.m., show at 8 p.m. Tickets are $30 on Eventbrite or $40 at the door. Meet and greet after the show for ages 19 and up. Tickets are at www.eventbrite.ca/e/legends-live-prince-george-tickets.
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Repair Café: Small Appliance goes Saturday, Aug. 10 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Prince George Public Library. Bring your items in need of repair and get support and assistance from volunteers and other repair enthusiasts. Call to register for free at 250-563-9251, ext. 100. This event is geared for adults and seniors.
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The BCNE happens Thursday, Aug. 15 to Sunday, Aug. 18 at Exhibition Park. Admission covers all mainstage entertainment, access to the 4-H shows, all equine events in the Ag Arena, Heritage Lane, featuring Yukon Dan and Barry the Goldsmith, Superdogs, Ryan the Chainsaw Carver, Kin 1 tradeshow and dancing performances, Kin 2 exhibits, Quilt Show and Photography Show, Kid Zone, and so more. Adults 18-54 $10, Youth 12-17 $5, kids 11 and under free, senior 55 and up $54. Thursday, Aug. 14 is Seniors Day with $2 admission. Ride tickets are extra and can be purchased on-site. Free parking. Hours: 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. For more information, www.bcne.ca.***
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Ghostly Hounds with Clanna Morna goes Thursday, Aug. 15 at 8 p.m. at the PG Legion, 101-1116 Sixth Ave. Celtic and old-time haunting folk music from Victoria comes to Prince George. Ghostly Hounds is the folk project of Francesca Mirai, singer-songwriter-banjo player accompanied by Finn Letourneau on fiddle and vocal harmonies. Doors open at 7 p.m. Advance tickets are $15 or $20 at the door. For advance tickets www.madloon.ca/tickets/p/ghostlyhounds.
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Mid-Summer Eve Night Market goes on Thursday, Aug. 15 from 5 to 8 p.m at Studio 2880, 2880 15th Avenue. Explore the grounds of Studio 2880, find a variety of makers, food while enjoying eclectic music. Vendors can register at www.studio2880.com/programs/artisan-markets.
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10 Years of 720 goes Saturday, Aug. 17 at 7:30 p.m. at Omineca Arts Centre, 369 Victoria St. Considered as one of the most integral rock bands to come from Prince George, Studio 720 is celebrating 10 years of their local brand of rock ’n’ roll. Special guest opener is Connor Rogers. Tickets are $7.20 in advance or $20 at the door. For advance tickets visit www.eventbrite.ca/e/ten-years-of-studio-720-tickets.
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Community Services Table goes Tuesday, Aug. 20 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Prince George Public Library. Connect with services such as Work B.C., Service Canada, the Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction, PG Community Legal Clinic and PG Urban Aboriginal Justice Society. This is a free drop-in event geared for adults.
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Junk in the Trunk goes Saturday, Aug. 24 and Friday, August 25 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Park Drive-In Theatre & Raceway Fun Park, 9660 Raceway Road. Join in the epic buying and selling event with all proceeds from renting a space going to Ness Lake, Nukko Lake and Pilot Mountain Community Halls. Adult vendors pay $15 for one day, $20 for two days, Child vendors 12 and under $10. To register visit junkinthetrucksale.wixsite.com.
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Hart Sunset Market goes Wednesday, Aug. 28 from 4 to 9 p.m. at 6986 Hart Highway, the Hart Pioneer Centre parking lot. To register online visit www.justsugarcookies.ca.
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Thursdays at the Park goes every week, 4-8 p.m. at The Exploration Place, 333 Becott Place, and will see Cruisin Classic Car Club parked outside so people can check out the classic cars. Origins Kitchen will feature specials at their take-out window and the Little Prince steam engine will be running from noon to 8 p.m.
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Prince George Farmers’ Market goes every Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. where visitors will find around 100 members offering everything from local vegetables, ethically raised grass-fed meats, baking, fruits, hot foods, coffee, honey and jams and jellies, preserves, and a wide variety of artisan products including jewelry and crafts.
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Wilson Square Community Farmers’ Market goes every Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. where local food producers fill the street as musicians pluck their instruments, and visitors start their weekends with a round of breakfast sandwiches and hot coffee. Traditional farm fresh meat and produce is available alongside wild-foraged seasonal fiddleheads and morels, rounded out by selection of local arts and baked treats.
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Craft & Chat at the main branch of the Prince George Public Library goes every Saturday from 1 pm. to 3 p.m. in the magazine corner, second floor, where fibre artists are invited to bring their latest projects to share, vent your 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.
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Story Walk at Masich Place is open during public walking hours at the track. Simply start at the first sign and follow the story around the track. Stories change monthly. For the public walking schedule visit www.princegeorge.ca/masich-place-stadium.
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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 your spot by calling ahead at 250-562-8066.
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Open Mic Nights are presented at Cait’s Sweet Bites & Beanery, 3831 Austin Road West in the Hart Shopping Centre, from 7 to 9 p.m. every second Wednesday of the month. People are invited to share their songs and music, poetry, comedy in a casual setting to try something new. For more information email [email protected].
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Coffee and Cars is a weekly event held every Saturday from 7 to 9 a.m. until Sept. 29 at Tim Hortons, 612 East Central St.
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Omineca’s Coffee House Open Stage is every Sunday, 369 Victoria St., from 3 to 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome to step up and share their talents, stories and art forms of all kinds including but not limited to musical, literary, comedic and performative expressions of our diverse community. Refreshments and snacks by donation. Sign up is on-site. There are some house instruments provided but feel free to bring your own creative tools for expression. First timers and emerging artists are encouraged to experiment and collaborate with others in a fun and safe environment.
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