Sunshine Coast News & Events

The Sunshine Coast recently had a chance to listen to one of today’s most famous romantic piano player, and will soon hear the most promising stars of tomorrow.

The Pender Harbour Music Society presented its fourth concert this season. Pavel Egorov performed a piano music to an enthusiast audience. He played Beethoven, Chopin, Schumann and Glinka. Egorov was recently made the Peoples’ Artist of the Russian Federation, the highest rank an artist can archieve in Russia. In was an honor to receive him in Pender Harbour, the public was charmed and called him back twice with standing ovations.

The Coast Recital Society will close its 2007/08 season with Tyler Duncan and Erika Switzer. The duo are rising young concert stars with a bright future and will play at the Raven’s Cry Theater. Performing all over the world, from New York (their residence) to France thought South Africa, and are acclaimed by critics and audiences. Duncan sings in the lieder, opera and oratorio genres from baroque to modern.
In addition to their recital, they will also perform for the local elementary schools, bringing a new light on classical music.

As always, the Sunshine Coast is promoting culture and arts in all forms. The communities and visitors alike strive for these events.

We would like to wish you all, from the Sunshine Coast in our Beautiful British Columbia: Happy Valentines!

It’s a special day everywhere, and the Sunshine Coast is getting ready for the evening. Flower shops in Gibson and Sechelt smell like roses and restaurants have their menu ready.

Whether it will be Molly’s Reach for a very local dinner, or the Gumboot to enjoy the delicate cuisine, or a full weekend gateway in Bonniebrook Lodge, Sunshine Coast is packed with romantic sceneries and wonderful restaurants to say “I love you” to your special one… or just for an evening out with friends!

Caravan World Rhythms is coming back to Gibsons next weekend. Be prepared for a captivating performance of contemporary dance and dance film.

The group came to Sechelt last November to present us with Dance-PLUS and a spectacular flamenco show. A new edition of the Dance series continue this year with this new show, this time playing at the Heritage Playhouse in Gibsons.

The evening will feature some of British Columbia’s best emerging and established dancers and creators. Certainly something not to be missed!

And for the pleasure of the locals, Alison Denham, award winning dancer and member of our community, will provide a mixed dance program featuring solos, duets and dance-inspired films. Traditional and new dance audiences will be amazed.

Innovative, sensual and intense creations will be on stage, reflecting many of today’s personal and social challenges and opportunities. In addition free workshops will be held during the weekend by the Tomorrow Collective and Denham.

After Jim Byrnes’ concert last weekend, here is another day and another cultural event on the Sunshine Coast.

On the Sunshine Coast, there are plenty of activities to do, either with your group of friends or your family. Between boating to inlets and islands, hiking in the Tetrahedron, kayaking and canoeing on sea or lakes, scuba diving, fishing, golfing, mountain biking, paragliding and anything else you might want, there are plenty of choices!

But sometimes, it’s nice to stay dry.
The new Sechelt & Area Aquatic Centre offers pools, diving board, in-pool climbing wall, slides, sauna, fitness centre, whirlpool… It’s the perfect idea for a Saturday with all the family, with something to do for everyone. Finalized in November 2007, the Aquatic Centre brings together the community around a new facility.
A two-court indoor tennis area is in construction in Sechelt, by the Sunshine Coast Arena, allowing aficionados to play by any weather and stay in shape during the winter season.
In Gibsons, the Community Centre will open this winter, with an NHL-size ice arena to practice Canada’s most famous sport, but also a new fitness centre, indoor racquet courts and various rooms available to the community for family reunions, birthdays or meetings.

All these new facilities benefit from an energy efficient design and construction and are symbols of the Sunshine Coast way of life: an active lifestyle in harmony with the natural environment in a strong community.

With a wonderful natural environment, a strong economy and a growing community, the Sunshine Coast is becoming a land of opportunity in our Beautiful British Columbia. Come discover this jewel!

Seasons Greetings!

From the Sunshine Coast, we want to wish you a Merry Christmas. Enjoy very special times with your friends and family.

Santa Claus came for a quick visit before his busy night on the Landing, bringing joy and fun to the kids of the Sunshine Coast. We are all getting ready for the Holidays, with decorations and lights in the streets and houses, and of course inviting all our friends and family to the Sunshine Coast.

Merry Christmas from your Sunshine Coast realtor!