PEACE COUNTRY EVENTS

Registration for the 2024 Summer season at Camp Tamarack is open February 13th. REGISTER HERE   Camp Tamarack strives to provide an inclusive and barrier free outdoor camping experience through accessible, fun-filled and innovative programs. Our safe and positive environment nurtures personal and social growth by allowing individuals to connect to nature and develop physically, socially, spiritually and emotionally. Through this we hope to enhance the quality of life of all participants and create positive opportunities to discover one’s potential.

The Young at Art Youth Photography Contest hosted by T. Sedore Photography, presented by the Pomeroy Hotel & Conference Centre, is now accepting submisssions.  ENTER HERE   Rules 1. Photo must have been taken no earlier than Jan 1, 2023. 2. Any editing must be done by the student. 3. No watermarks or text can be included on the image entry. 4. Entries must be in by 4:00pm May 31, 2024. 5. Images should be sent in JPG format in highest resolution possible. (If sending from a phone please check settings to ensure it is not reducing image size. Small file sizes may not be printable and will affect quality for judging) 6. One entry per student. Each entry can only be one image. If you have any questions please contact info@tsedore.com or call 780-978-7875. Good Luck!   Youth are invited to submit one photo for the Young at Art photography contest coordinated by T. Sedore Photography and presented by the Pomeroy Hotel & Conference Centre. Entry is online at www.tsedore.com

Grande Prairie hosts the National Aboriginal Hockey Championships May 5 – 11th. Volunteer - CLICK HERE Become a Sponsor - CLICK HERE More info - CLICK HERE  

RBC Training Ground is returning to Grande Prairie on May 6. Sign up for free at www.rbctrainingground.ca Not sure what RBC Training Ground is? RBC Training Ground is a talent identification and athlete funding program designed to find young athletes with Olympic potential, and provide them with the resources they need to achieve their podium dreams. With the belief that high performance sports should be accessible to all athletes that are talented, qualified and have the will to compete, this program travels the country searching for athletes between the ages of 14 and 25 that will fuel the Canadian Olympic pipeline.

“I Want To Know What Love Is”, “Cold As Ice,” “Hot Blooded,” “Juke Box Hero,” “Urgent,” and no less than five more Top 10 hits. Today, FOREIGNER, the band behind these iconic songs announces its historic Farewell Tour of Canada. Set to begin on May 2024 in Abbotsford, BC, FOREIGNER will be joined by Headpins, one of Canada’s 80’s hit-makers. The spectacular show will thrill audiences with stellar performances of chart-topping songs. Tickets at www.lakeviewtix.com, over the phone at 250-782-7443 or in person at the Lake View Tix Box Office located in the Ovintiv Events Centre. $82+ to $115+. Seating Chart.   FOREIGNER will continue its long-term initiative with the GRAMMY Museum Foundation to support music education in Canadian schools. The band will join radio partners to create a contest for local high school choirs to win the opportunity to perform a song live on stage with FOREIGNER, together with a donation to their music program. Leader and founder of FOREIGNER, Mick Jones said, “Many years ago, I wrote a song called ‘Feels Like The First Time’ and now we are performing one last worldwide tour. We will be presenting a show that I know will have the same enthusiasm as our very first appearances. While I’m sure our fans will have mixed feelings about the end of the road for the band, I know our shows are going to delight audiences everywhere.” Says FOREIGNER lead singer Kelly Hansen, "The time has come. We have more or less lived our lives on the road for almost eighteen years. We have always strived to give you our best and we intend to finish this the same way. Foreigner has a brilliant and increasingly demanding catalogue of songs to sing and I refuse to give them less than they deserve. So, we’re going to finish strong. I want to make it very clear how grateful and appreciative we are to our audiences all over the world who have supported this band. I’m sure there may be occasions when we’ll do some special appearances, but I think the time is coming for us to live off the road. Thank you all so much!” “We are very excited to announce a Western Canadian Tour with Foreigner scheduled for May 2024. We are greatly looking forward to sharing the stage and performing all our hits,” says Headpins. Mick Jones continues to elevate FOREIGNER’s influence and guide the band to new horizons with his stylistic songwriting, indelible guitar hooks and multi-layered talents while lead singer Kelly Hansen, one of rock’s greatest showmen, takes FOREIGNER into the digital age inspiring a whole new generation of fans. Bassist Jeff Pilson; Michael Bluestein on keyboards; guitarist Bruce Watson; Chris Frazier on drums and guitarist Luis Maldonado provide an unprecedented level of energy that has resulted in the re-emergence of the astounding music that speaks to FOREIGNER‘s enduring popularity.

Celebrate the grade 2 to 6 students of Robert W. Zahara School as they present Mary Poppins Jr. Tickets available through the school office by calling 780-568-3823. Friday, May 10th doors open at 6:30pm. Saturday, May 11th doors open at 6:30pm. Sunday, May 12th doors open at 1:30pm.

You're invited to celebrate the students of the Beaverlodge area at their annual Satin Slippers Recital inside the Beaverlodge Arena. Friday, May 10 at 7pm. Saturday, May 11 at 1pm. Advance tickets available though The Gift Box on main street Beaverlodge. $10 each.

The Peace Region Energy Show is the largest gathering of energy professionals in the region. With over 400 exhibitors and thousands of attendees, our event provides a unique opportunity for businesses to showcase their products and services, generate leads, and build lasting relationships. Evergreen Park May 15th and 16th   Admission is free to attend. Register HERE   Anyone attending an event at Evergreen Park is eligible for a discount at the Preferred Accommodations Partners – Holloway Lodging. Super 8, Stanford Inn & Suites, Best Western, Quality Inn & Suites and Holiday Inn & Suites are the hotels involved. Contact info for all five hotels is available by going here https://www.evergreenpark.ca/holloway-preferred-hotels Guests from all five hotels will also receive 25% off all regular menu meals at the Wild Horse Casino & Lounge and Pines Family Restaurant at Evergreen Park. Evergreen Park also has a Preferred Driving Services Program through Angels Designated Driving Service, Arrive Alive Designated Driving Services, Deluxe Premium Driving Service, Karyn4U Designated Driving Services and Y Drive. For contact info on the Preferred Driving Services go here https://www.evergreenpark.ca/preferred-driving-services  

Grande Prairie will be hosting provincials for the Alberta Drama Festival Association on May 18th and 19th at the KMSC Law Performing Arts Theatre.  More info HERE or contact Grande Prairie Live Theatre.   You are in for a live theatre treat May 18 at 1pm & 7pm and May 19 at 1pm. The Alberta Provincial Adult One Act Play Festival of Champions presented by the Alberta Drama Festival Association at the KMSC Law Performing Arts Theatre. Hosted by Grande Prairie Live Theatre. You will be impressed and entertained by the best plays from 9 Regional ADFA One Act Play Festivals. All vying to be named the Outstanding Play, Outstanding New Work, Outstanding Director, Outstanding Performer, Outstanding Performer and Outstanding Technical Merit. Each play was selected for excellence and entertainment value. Tickets at: gplt.ca or contact the Grande Prairie Live Theatre Box Office: (780) 538-1616, Box.Office@gplt.ca. Single tickets to each session = $15 Festival pass good for one ticket to all three sessions = $30 This is the 5th time Grande Prairie Live Theatre has hosted this ADFA Adult One Act Provincial Festival of Champions.  

North of Sexsmith, take in the 10th annual Show & Shine at Webster Community Hall on Saturday, May 25th. Free admission for spectators. $15 entry per auto entry. Doors open 10am to 3pm. Concession available. Auto registration 10am - 11am. Judging for prizes 11am to 1pm. More info by calling Wally 780-876-8760.

Tickets are now on sale at www.GPStompede.com or Bonnetts Energy Centre Box Office.