The Powtown Post

Stories and photos from Powell River, BC.

Check out Unique Fashions at the 2018 eCouture Wearable Art Fashion Show

Posted by on Apr 4, 2018

Check out Unique Fashions at the 2018 eCouture Wearable Art Fashion Show

Share this! Fashion, art, and environment collide in this event in celebration of Earth Week 2018! On April 21, 2018, the eCouture Wearable Art team – Fran Cudworth, Shaunalee Yates, Wendy Drummond and Caitlin Bryant – are hosting the 4th annual eCouture Wearable Art Fashion Show at the Dwight Hall in Powell River BC. The gala event showcasing artists, artisans, designers and makers...

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Learn More About Plant-Based Eating at Powell River Vegfest

Posted by on Apr 2, 2018

Learn More About Plant-Based Eating at Powell River Vegfest

Share this! Wondering what it’s like to live a healthy, plant-based lifestyle? Or just want more information on the vegan diet? Attend Powell River’s very first Vegfest on Saturday, May 12. This event will combine great food, informative cooking demos, a variety of local and visiting vendors showcasing vegan products, AND two incredibly inspiring speakers! Learn how a plant-based...

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Healthy Sip & Social to Start off the New Year

Posted by on Jan 5, 2018

Healthy Sip & Social to Start off the New Year

Share this!Feeling kind of sluggish, or like you overdid it over the holidays? Whether you are low on energy, need to lose a few pounds, need to put on a few pounds of healthy muscle, want to learn about the latest developments in healthy aging, the science behind intermittent fasting, or are just looking to tweak your already-healthy routine, this is an afternoon you won’t want to miss! Find...

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Christmas Sing at ECU – No Talent Required!

Posted by on Dec 11, 2017

Christmas Sing at ECU – No Talent Required!

Share this! Annual Christmas Sing at Willingdon Creek, ECU Don’t worry, no talent is required! Just real holiday spirit. Every year, a group gathers to sing Christmas carols for the residents in the Extended Care Unit at Willingdon Creek. That group can always use more help. Help spread some happiness to others! Bring a guitar if you have one – and please pass this message on to...

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Vestivus — A Fundraiser for the Rest of Us

Posted by on Dec 7, 2017

Vestivus — A Fundraiser for the Rest of Us

Share this!In what may become an annual tradition, a jolly group of organizers is planning a fundraiser at the Carlson Club (downstairs) in Powell River, called Vestivus. The event will take place Tuesday, December 12, starting at 7PM. Tickets (a limit of 150) can be purchased in advance or at the door for $10, and 100% of proceeds are going to local charities. See details on the poster above....

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Skipping the Flu Season in Powell River

Posted by on Sep 6, 2017

Skipping the Flu Season in Powell River

Share this!Stock Your Refrigerator, Not Your Medicine Cabinet With cold and flu season just around the corner, it seems like there are advertisements everywhere, encouraging us to stock up with over-the-counter cough syrups, drugs and cough drops in order to be prepared when “the inevitable” hits. We have become used to being sick – many of us begrudgingly accept that we will contract colds and...

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