BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//SOS - Society of Organized Services - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://sosd69.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for SOS - Society of Organized Services REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Vancouver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250319T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250319T160000 DTSTAMP:20260521T224825 CREATED:20250305T180144Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T180144Z UID:10000089-1742392800-1742400000@sosd69.com SUMMARY:Free SOS Learning Series: CRA Benefits & Tax Information Session DESCRIPTION:SOS is pleased to offer a free CRA Benefits & Tax Information Session as part of our SOS Learning Series\, providing essential tax season tips from a CRA Benefits Outreach worker. This informative session will help individuals and families navigate available government benefits and tax-related programs. \nEvent Details\n\nDate: Wednesday\, March 19\nTime: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM (Check-in at 1:45 PM)\nLocation: SOS Community Services Centre\, 245 Hirst Avenue West\, Parksville\n\nTopics Covered:\n\nOverview of Canadian government benefits and tax-related programs\nInformation on the Canada Child Benefit\, GST/HST\, Disability Tax Credit\, and Canada Worker’s Benefit\nInsights into Old Age Security (OAS)\, Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS)\, and the Canada Pension Plan (CPP)\nDetails on the new Canada Dental Care Plan\n\nHow to Register\nPre-register at sos-cra-info-session.eventbrite.ca\, scan the QR code on the event poster\, or call SOS at 250-248-2093 by March 16 to secure your spot. Capacity is limited to the first 50 registrants. \nComplimentary refreshments will be provided. \nBe Scent Aware! To ensure a comfortable environment for all attendees\, please refrain from wearing scented products. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable knowledge about government benefits and tax credits that may be available to you. We look forward to seeing you there! URL:https://sosd69.com/events/free-sos-learning-series-cra-benefits-tax-information-session/ LOCATION:SOS Community Services Centre\, 245 West Hirst Avenue\, Parksville\, BC\, V9P 2G9\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/svg+xml:https://sosd69.com/wp-content/uploads/JPG-of-current-events-for-website.svg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250308T050000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250308T200000 DTSTAMP:20260521T224826 CREATED:20250305T173715Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T174920Z UID:10000088-1741410000-1741464000@sosd69.com SUMMARY:International Women's Day Event with QBI & SOS DESCRIPTION:Join Us for an Evening of Empowerment at Superwoman Saturday! \nSOS is honoured to be the recipient of this year’s Superwoman Saturday—a celebration of the strength\, resilience\, and spirit of women in our community. \nNow in its third year\, this annual Women’s Day event brings together professionals\, caregivers\, mothers\, teens\, and tweens for an evening of connection\, inspiration\, and fundraising supporting local programs that help women\, children\, and families. \nEvent Details\n\nDate: Saturday\, March 8\nTime: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM\nLocation: Qualicum Beach Inn Conference Room\n\nEntry is by donation at the door: \n\nA minimum donation of $10 includes a complimentary glass of bubbly\nA donation of $12 or more includes bubbly plus one Door Prize raffle ticket\n\nThroughout the evening\, guests will enjoy: \n\nRoaming canapés and a cash/card bar\nExciting Door Prizes and a Silent Auction featuring incredible items donated by local businesses\nAn inspiring atmosphere of community and celebration\n\nFollowing the event\, guests are invited to continue the festivities with a meal or drinks at the Qualicum Beach Café (reservations recommended). \nTo RSVP or donate prizes\, contact Kaitlyn at info@qualicumbeachcafe.com. \nSOS is grateful to be the beneficiary of this meaningful event\, with proceeds supporting our essential programs for women\, children\, and families in need. We look forward to seeing you there! URL:https://sosd69.com/events/84461/ LOCATION:Qualicum Beach Inn\, 2690 Island Hwy W\, Qualicum Beach\, BC V9K 1G8\, Qualicum Beach\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/svg+xml:https://sosd69.com/wp-content/uploads/Untitled-design.svg ORGANIZER;CN="Qualicum Beach Cafe":MAILTO:info@qualicumbeachcafe.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250116T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250116T170000 DTSTAMP:20260521T224826 CREATED:20250116T234913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T235050Z UID:10000087-1737014400-1737046800@sosd69.com SUMMARY:Enjoy your Baby Course DESCRIPTION:Free Mental Health Workshop for New Parents\nEnjoy Your Baby is a 5-week group-based mental health promotion course based on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) principles that provides support and training in skills to maintain wellness and cope with low mood\, stress and anxiety in the year after the birth of a child. Parents will explore how to manage their feelings when stressed or worried\, and learn skills to help them tackle problems and navigate life transitions and difficulties. \nSOS has partnered with the Canadian Mental Health Association to bring this workshop to local families. The Canadian Mental Health Association\, BC Division holds the exclusive Canadian license to Enjoy Your Baby\, a Living Life to the Full course. \nDates: Tuesdays\, Feb. 11 – March 11\, 2025. 9 am – 11 am\, during SOS TICTAC Program. \nLocation: SOS Community Services Centre\, Parksville. 245 Hirst Ave. W. \nTo sign up\, contact: Taylor\, 250.228.4066 or cyfcoordinator@sosd69.com \n  URL:https://sosd69.com/events/enjoy-your-baby-course/ LOCATION:BC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sosd69.com/wp-content/uploads/EnjoyYourBaby-Social.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241204T063000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241204T103000 DTSTAMP:20260521T224826 CREATED:20241028T214750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T215454Z UID:10000086-1733293800-1733308200@sosd69.com SUMMARY: DESCRIPTION:Tigh-Na-Mara Toy Drive – December 4 \n‘Tis the season for the Tigh-Na-Mara Toy Drive! \nParticipants are invited to drop off new\, unwrapped toys\, gift cards\, or financial donations for the Toy Drive that benefits the SOS Caring for Community at Christmas program. With these donations\, SOS creates a fully-stocked Toy Shop for families in need. SOS also provides grocery store gift cards so people can enjoy a meaningful holiday meal. When you bring in your donation\, you also get to enjoy a complimentary breakfast buffet at Tigh-Na-Mara on December 4 from 6:30 am to 10 am. \nThere are three ways to join in on the magic this year: \na. The Main Event:Join us on Wednesday\, December 4\, from 6:30 am to 10 am at the Walbran Ballroom and Cedars Restaurant for the Tigh-Na-Mara Toy Drive. Participants are invited to drop off new\, unwrapped toys\, gift cards\, or monetary donations and enjoy a complimentary breakfast. \nb. Drive-Through Option:For those unable to attend the breakfast\, a convenient drive-through option will be available at the entrance. Simply drop off your donation and receive a coffee and muffin to-go. \nc. Pre-Event Option:Avoid the crowds by participating early! From Monday\, November 18 to Friday\, November 29\, between 7:30 am and 11:30 am\, bring your donation (new unwrapped toy\, gift card\, or cash) to Cedars Restaurant and enjoy a complimentary breakfast. Reservations are highly recommended. \n  \n  \nTNM Toy Drive 2024_8.5×11 05 Breakfast + Buffet URL:https://sosd69.com/events/84185/ LOCATION:BC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://sosd69.com/wp-content/uploads/TNM-Toy-Drive-2024_8.5x11-05-Breakfast-Buffet-1.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241118T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241124T233000 DTSTAMP:20260521T224826 CREATED:20241023T163557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T182254Z UID:10000085-1731916800-1732491000@sosd69.com SUMMARY:Tim Hortons Holiday Smile Cookie- Nov.18-24 DESCRIPTION:The Tim Hortons Holiday Smile Cookie- November 18 to the 24 \n\nKick off this Holiday season with kindness! Buy a Holiday Smile Cookie at our local Tim Hortons in Parksville to support your local community. Fifty per cent of proceeds will go directly to SOS Caring for Community at Christmas Program\, while the remaining 50 per cent go to Tim Horton’s Foundation Camps!\n\nShare the Smiles! \n\nConsider supporting this initiative by placing a bulk order—a perfect option for businesses looking to treat clients\, customers\, or staff with a holiday delight. It’s also an excellent choice for team celebrations or as a delicious addition to any holiday party! Click here for a fillable Bulk Cookie Pre-Order Form.\nOnce you’ve completed the form\, please email your completed Form to donate@sosd69.com by November 13 to ensure your order will be processed the week of Nov. 18. *Please note\, cookies will need to be paid for upon pick-up of the order.\nOne box of smile cookies is $18.00 and includes a dozen cookies.\n\n  URL:https://sosd69.com/events/tim-hortons-holiday-smile-cookie-nov-18-24/ LOCATION:BC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sosd69.com/wp-content/uploads/Subheading-14.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241007T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241007T150000 DTSTAMP:20260521T224826 CREATED:20240923T204733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T204733Z UID:10000084-1728302400-1728313200@sosd69.com SUMMARY:Project Connect Health Fair DESCRIPTION:The Project Connect Health Fair aims to connect individuals experiencing\, or at risk of\, homelessness with health and wellness services. The event takes place on Monday\, October 7\, from 12 pm to 3 pm at the Parksville Community Centre at 223 Mills Street. \nThis year marks the 11th time the Oceanside Task Force on Homelessness (OTFH) will host this event\, which helps many of our vulnerable community members with their basic needs. \nOrganizers are currently seeking businesses and service providers to contribute health and wellness giveaway items such as hygiene supplies\, underwear\, socks\, or camping/survival supplies. OTFH is also seeking service providers in areas such as hearing and dental screening\, foot and wound care\, as well as providers for portrait photography services and haircuts on-site. \nIf you would like to provide your services\, donate items\, or volunteer for the Project Connect Health Fair\, please reach out to: oceansidehomelessness@gmail.com URL:https://sosd69.com/events/project-connect-health-fair/ LOCATION:Parksville Community Centre\, 233 Mills Street\, Parksville\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://sosd69.com/wp-content/uploads/OTFH-Project-Connect-Poster-2024-002-1.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241005T084500 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241005T120000 DTSTAMP:20260521T224826 CREATED:20240917T161120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T210100Z UID:10000083-1728117900-1728129600@sosd69.com SUMMARY:SOS Learning Series: Aging with Purpose & Grace DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT HAS SOLD OUT! \n \nBack by popular demand\, you are invited to join us on Saturday\, October 5\, from 9 am to noon\, at the SOS Community Services Centre in Parksville for a free seminar about how to prepare for your personal and financial needs as you navigate the aging journey. \nLearn and ask questions from an esteemed group of experts on topics such as: \n\nBrain and Memory Health\nPhysical\, Emotional\, and Social Well-being\nAging in Place – home care and other available community resources\nWill Planning – what should your will contain\nChoosing your Power of Attorney and Executor\nWriting your Personal Directive (will also touch on MAID – Medical Assistance in Dying)\nPlanning ahead for your End of Life arrangements\nLeaving a Legacy\n\nPre-register for this free seminar by October 5\, 2024\, as capacity is limited to the first 50 registrants. This event was fully registered in only 5 days last October with a waitlist\, so avoid disappointment and register early! Complimentary refreshments will be available. \nFor health and safety reasons\, please be scent-aware. \nRegister Here: SOS Learning Series Seminar – Aging with Purpose & Grace Tickets\, Sat\, 5 Oct 2024 at 9:00 AM | Eventbrite \nAbout the organizer \nSOS was started by three local women in 1968. They were concerned that the needs of local school children were going unmet\, and seniors required assistance with basic necessities. They called on their friends and neighbours and formed SOS. In 1969\, the SOS Thrift Shop was opened to provide a secure funding base for the Society’s vital programs and services. Volunteers continue to be the backbone of SOS. Over the decades\, SOS has expanded\, thanks to community support. Programs and services have evolved with the changing needs of the community. This year marks our 55th anniversary of serving our community\, and today we provide dozens of free and subsidized programs to residents of all ages living in District 69 (Nanoose Bay to Bowser). SOS is truly the essence of the word community. URL:https://sosd69.com/events/sos-learning-series-aging-with-purpose-grace/ LOCATION:BC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sosd69.com/wp-content/uploads/Aging-LearningSeriesPoster-09112024-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240919T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240919T203000 DTSTAMP:20260521T224826 CREATED:20240826T182212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T160427Z UID:10000020-1726770600-1726777800@sosd69.com SUMMARY:Personal Growth Group Fall 2024 DESCRIPTION:If you’re dreaming of a brighter future\, SOS Personal Growth Group is a great place to begin. \nSOS Personal Growth Group helps foster:  \n\n A better connection with yourself and others\n A deeper understanding of your identity\n Increased awareness of relationships with family\, friends\, and the community\n New skills in communicating\, both socially and personally\nCultivate inner confidence   \n Development of a growth mindset\n\n The 10-week program runs on Thursdays at SOS Community Services Centre in Parksville from September 19 to November 21 from 6:30-8:30 pm. The cost is $5 per person per session\, with the rest subsidized by SOS. \nSOS Personal Growth Group is accepting new group members and space is limited\, so if you feel you could benefit from this group\, please reach out to register now by calling 250-752-2040 ext. 200. \nFor more information\, email counselling@sosd69.com. URL:https://sosd69.com/events/personal-growth-group-fall-2024/ LOCATION:SOS Community Services Centre\, 245 West Hirst Avenue\, Parksville\, BC\, V9P 2G9\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sosd69.com/wp-content/uploads/SOSPGrowthFall2024-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240914T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240914T120000 DTSTAMP:20260521T224826 CREATED:20240812T212152Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T212931Z UID:10000017-1726304400-1726315200@sosd69.com SUMMARY:Oceanside Volunteer Fairs DESCRIPTION:Looking to volunteer and make a meaningful impact in our community? Join us for the Oceanside Volunteer Fairs and explore exciting opportunities in the Parksville Qualicum Beach region. \nThe Volunteer Fairs will take place Tuesday\, September 10 from 1 pm – 4 pm and Saturday\, September 14 from 9 am – 12 pm at St. Stephen’s United Church in Qualicum Beach. Enjoy coffee\, donuts\, cookies and prizes while you peruse the tables\, gather information and ask questions. \nInformation tables include: \nArrowsmith Lodge\nArrowsmith Search and Rescue (SAR)\nForward House Community Society\nIsland Crisis Care Society\nLions Club of Parksville\nLions Club of Qualicum Bay\nOceanside Community Safety\nPQB Foundation\nQualicum Beach Seniors Activity Centre\nRotary Club of Parksville\nSociety of Organized Services (SOS)\nSt. Stephen’s United Church\nThe Salvation Army\nNorth Island Wildlife Recovery Association \nThis event is being hosted in collaboration with Society of Organized Services (SOS) and St. Stephen’s United Church.\nFor more information\, email volunteer@sosd69.com. \nSt. Stephen’s Church is located at 150 Village Way in Qualicum Beach. URL:https://sosd69.com/events/oceanside-volunteer-fairs/2024-09-14/ LOCATION:St. Stephen’s United Church\, 150 Village Way\, Qualicum Beach\, British\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sosd69.com/wp-content/uploads/NewcomersFair1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240910T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240910T160000 DTSTAMP:20260521T224826 CREATED:20240812T212152Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T212931Z UID:10000016-1725973200-1725984000@sosd69.com SUMMARY:Oceanside Volunteer Fairs DESCRIPTION:Looking to volunteer and make a meaningful impact in our community? Join us for the Oceanside Volunteer Fairs and explore exciting opportunities in the Parksville Qualicum Beach region. \nThe Volunteer Fairs will take place Tuesday\, September 10 from 1 pm – 4 pm and Saturday\, September 14 from 9 am – 12 pm at St. Stephen’s United Church in Qualicum Beach. Enjoy coffee\, donuts\, cookies and prizes while you peruse the tables\, gather information and ask questions. \nInformation tables include: \nArrowsmith Lodge\nArrowsmith Search and Rescue (SAR)\nForward House Community Society\nIsland Crisis Care Society\nLions Club of Parksville\nLions Club of Qualicum Bay\nOceanside Community Safety\nPQB Foundation\nQualicum Beach Seniors Activity Centre\nRotary Club of Parksville\nSociety of Organized Services (SOS)\nSt. Stephen’s United Church\nThe Salvation Army\nNorth Island Wildlife Recovery Association \nThis event is being hosted in collaboration with Society of Organized Services (SOS) and St. Stephen’s United Church.\nFor more information\, email volunteer@sosd69.com. \nSt. Stephen’s Church is located at 150 Village Way in Qualicum Beach. URL:https://sosd69.com/events/oceanside-volunteer-fairs/2024-09-10/ LOCATION:St. Stephen’s United Church\, 150 Village Way\, Qualicum Beach\, British\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sosd69.com/wp-content/uploads/NewcomersFair1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240905T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240905T183000 DTSTAMP:20260521T224826 CREATED:20240812T221207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T221350Z UID:10000019-1725553800-1725561000@sosd69.com SUMMARY:#SOSTeenShop DESCRIPTION:Youth of Oceanside!!! Join us on September 5\, 4:30 – 6:30 pm for another fabulous #SOS Teen Shop event! \nThis is an exclusive event for local youth ages 12 – 19. Visit the SOS Thrift Shop for awesome deals\, food\, prizes\, live music by DJ Connor\, selfie stations and more! Enjoy a fun evening out shopping for back-to-school treasures with your friends\, while making a sustainable shopping choice for our planet! \nWe hope to see you there! URL:https://sosd69.com/events/sosteenshop-3/ LOCATION:SOS Thrift Shop\, 188 Hirst Avenue West\, Parksville\, British Columbia\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sosd69.com/wp-content/uploads/SOSTeenEvent9.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240607T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240607T210000 DTSTAMP:20260521T224826 CREATED:20240409T202401Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T224352Z UID:10000013-1717783200-1717794000@sosd69.com SUMMARY:SOS Impact Makers Gala DESCRIPTION:Tickets to the SOS Impact Makers Gala are on sale now! \nOn June 7 at 6 pm\, join us at Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort for a memorable evening to support programs for local seniors to overcome financial emergencies\, access advocacy\, and maintain social connections.The gala will feature special guest Tom Jackson\, renowned Canadian actor\, musician\, activist\, and Companion of the Order of Canada. The evening includes music\, entertainment\, dinner\, silent auction and a one-of-a-kind raffle draw. \nGet your tickets \nThe online Silent Auction and Raffle go live on Monday 13! We have dozens of amazing silent auction items including 2 tickets to see Ryan Reynolds’ and Rob McElhenney’s team\, Wrexham AFC\, play against the Whitecaps AC on July 27\, along with a $300 gift certificate to Water Street Café & 2nd Floor Gastown\, as well as 2 passes to travel in style on the Hullo Ferry. Other silent auction items include a Relaxation Package from Tigh-Na-Mara\, which includes a two-night-stay\, two passes to the Grotto Spa\, and $100 to spend at Cedars Restaurant. And travel a little further for a deluxe North Island Getaway with two nights in a beautiful condo in Saratoga\, a wine gift basket from 40 Knots Winery\, and $200 worth of Save On Foods gift certificates to stock up for your trip. \nClick here to view and bid on the silent auction items \nBuy a raffle ticket for a once-in-in-lifetime experience of gourmet brunch with Tom and Alison Jackson! The winning ticket holder will receive brunch for 2 at Cedars Restaurant with Tom and Alison on June 8 at 11 am. \nClick here to buy a raffle ticket \nThank you to our sponsors:Platinum Title Sponsor: Quality FoodsHospitality Sponsor: Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort & Conference CentreSilver Sponsor:  Raymond James Qualicum BeachBronze Sponsor:  Paradise Acres Ranch Friend Sponsors:  Pharmasave ParksvilleOffice of Adam Walker\, MLA for PKV-QB \nMedia Partners:CHEK Media Group\, The Parksville Qualicum Beach News\, The Beach 88.5 FM\, The Lounge 99.9 FM \n  \n  URL:https://sosd69.com/events/sos-impact-makers-gala/ LOCATION:BC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sosd69.com/wp-content/uploads/NEWWEB-Tom-Jackson-2021-credit-Craig-Koshyk-1-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240501T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240501T183000 DTSTAMP:20260521T224826 CREATED:20240419T201153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T153638Z UID:10000015-1714581000-1714588200@sosd69.com SUMMARY:#SOSTeenShop DESCRIPTION:Join us on May 1\, 4:30 – 6:30 pm for another fabulous #SOS Teen Shop event! \nAvailable for all youth ages 12 – 19\, visit the SOS Thrift Shop for awesome deals\, food\, prizes\, selfie stations and more! \nWith special guest\, DJ Connor! \nWe hope to see you there! \n  URL:https://sosd69.com/events/sosteenshop-2/ LOCATION:SOS Thrift Shop\, 188 Hirst Avenue West\, Parksville\, British Columbia\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sosd69.com/wp-content/uploads/SOSTeenEvent9.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231209 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231210 DTSTAMP:20260521T224826 CREATED:20231030T205942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T173459Z UID:10000011-1702080000-1702166399@sosd69.com SUMMARY:Red Apple Fill the Sleigh for SOS DESCRIPTION:Red Apple is once again hosting its Toy Drive and Fill the Sleigh Day! Red Apple collects toys and cash donations over three weeks for SOS\, culminating with Fill the Sleigh Day on Saturday\, Dec. 9. \nThe cash donations are rounded up to the nearest dollar and used to purchase gifts needed in our Toy Shop. Red Apple donates 5% of the sales made on Fill the Sleigh Day (Dec. 9) to SOS. \nClick here to add to your calendar URL:https://sosd69.com/events/red-apple-fill-the-sleigh-for-sos/ LOCATION:Red Apple\, Unit#10 - 826 Island Highway West\, Parksville\, British Columbia\, V9P 2B7\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sosd69.com/wp-content/uploads/Screenshot-107.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231128 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231129 DTSTAMP:20260521T224826 CREATED:20231107T174838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231107T174838Z UID:10000012-1701129600-1701215999@sosd69.com SUMMARY:Giving Tuesday - Raise funds for SOS Caring for Community at Christmas Program DESCRIPTION:Click on the link below to add this event to your calendar: \nGiving Tuesday – Raise funds for SOS Caring for Community at Christmas Program \nOn Tuesday November 28\, our SOS will join other charities across the country and throughout the world in a celebration of giving and gratitude – for one cannot exist without the other. \nBecause Giving Tuesday occurs at the same time of year when SOS is busy raising funds to purchase grocery gift cards and collecting toys for our Caring for Community at Christmas program\, we thought this would be a great day to offer a challenge to our community. \nWe are asking you to help us raise $50\,000 next Tuesday to go towards our $300\,000 Caring for Community at Christmas goal. URL:https://sosd69.com/events/giving-tuesday-raise-funds-for-sos-caring-for-community-at-christmas-program/ LOCATION:BC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sosd69.com/wp-content/uploads/WEB-HeartMittens.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231126T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231126T170000 DTSTAMP:20260521T224826 CREATED:20231030T205226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T174526Z UID:10000010-1700985600-1701018000@sosd69.com SUMMARY:Silver Spur DESCRIPTION:The Silver Spur Toy Ride will take place Sunday\, Nov. 26. Horses and riders from the Silver Spur Riding Club will dress up for this festive occasion and parade down the streets of Parksville. Riders will leave Ballenas Secondary School (time TBA) and travel along Morison Avenue\, heading up McMillan St. to the SOS Thrift Shop for a short break\, before carrying on to Stanford Place (to visit with residents there)\, and then back to Ballenas along Hirst Avenue. \nClick here to add to your calendar \nCheck our social media pages for the schedule\, once it’s announced. URL:https://sosd69.com/events/silver-spur/ LOCATION:SOS Thrift Shop\, 188 Hirst Avenue West\, Parksville\, British Columbia\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sosd69.com/wp-content/uploads/316215586_510805681081823_3299525564108850091_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231113T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231129T220000 DTSTAMP:20260521T224826 CREATED:20231030T204518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T175352Z UID:10000009-1699860600-1701295200@sosd69.com SUMMARY:Tigh-Na-Mara Toy Drive DESCRIPTION:We’re getting excited for the Tigh-Na-Mara Toy Drive! \nVisit Cedars Restaurant Nov. 13 – 24\, 7:30 – 11:30 am (Monday – Friday)\, donate an unwrapped Christmas gift to the Toy Drive and receive a free traditional breakfast. The Big Buffet Breakfast will happen on Nov. 29\, 6:30 – 10 am\, or the donation drop-off is 7:30 – 10 am. Enjoy a free breakfast and give the gift of Christmas magic! \n*Please note: we are in high need of tween and teen gifts this year.* \nClick here to add to your calendar \n15th Annual Tigh-Na-Mara Buffet Breakfast & Toy Drop Off URL:https://sosd69.com/events/tigh-na-mara-toy-drive/ LOCATION:Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort\, 1155 Resort Dr\, Parksville\, BC\, V9P 2E3\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sosd69.com/wp-content/uploads/TNMToyDrive2022-2-LA-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231021T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231021T120000 DTSTAMP:20260521T224826 CREATED:20230925T212210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T212433Z UID:10000008-1697878800-1697889600@sosd69.com SUMMARY:Free SOS Learning Series - Aging with Purpose & Grace DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us on Saturday October 21 from 9:00 a.m. to noon\, at the SOS Community Services Centre in Parksville for a free seminar about how to prepare for your personal and financial needs as you navigate the aging journey. \nLearn from and ask questions of an esteemed group of experts on topics such as: \n\nBrain and Memory Health\nPhysical\, Emotional\, and Social Wellbeing\nAging in Place – home care and other available community resources\nWill Planning – what should your will contain\nChoosing your Power of Attorney and Executor\nWriting your Personal Directive (will also touch on MAID – Medical Assistance in Dying)\nPlanning ahead for your End of Life arrangements\nLeaving a Legacy\n\nComplimentary refreshments will be available and a door prize will be drawn at the end of the seminar. \nRegistration starts Monday\, Sept. 25. \nClick here to register\nPre-register for this free seminar by October 19\, 2023 – capacity limited to the first 50 registrants. \n For health and safety reasons\, please be scent-aware. URL:https://sosd69.com/events/free-sos-learning-series-aging-with-purpose-grace/ LOCATION:BC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sosd69.com/wp-content/uploads/WEBSeminar-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230928T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230928T173000 DTSTAMP:20260521T224826 CREATED:20230907T181456Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T155859Z UID:10000006-1695922200-1695922200@sosd69.com SUMMARY:XYZ Generations Foraging Tour DESCRIPTION:Attention all XYZ Generations! Our next event is on Thursday September 28\, 5:30 – 6:30 pm in Coombs! Do you want to learn more about identifying local edibles and medicinal plants? This free exploration\, partnering with local Vancouver Island Foraging Tours\, is for you! Meet us next to Grace United Church in Coombs.\n\n\n\nJoin us on September 28 and connect with others! SOS is committed to enhancing our residents’ quality of life\, including promoting healthy\, social lives and interpersonal connections.\n\n\nTips are appreciated to support local businesses.\n\n\n\nFor more information\, please call 250-248-2093 ext. 251 or email communciations@sosd69.com. URL:https://sosd69.com/events/xyz-generations-foraging-tour/ LOCATION:Grace United Church Coombs\, 2304 Alberni Hwy\, Coombs\, BC\, V0R 1M0\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sosd69.com/wp-content/uploads/Untitled-design-6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230921T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230921T150000 DTSTAMP:20260521T224826 CREATED:20230918T155709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T155950Z UID:10000007-1695290400-1695308400@sosd69.com SUMMARY:SOS Thrift Shop Anniversary and Customer Appreciation DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, Sept. 21. Location: SOS Thrift Shop\, 188 Hirst Ave. W. Parksville.\nTime: 10 am-3 pm. \nSOS Thrift Shop has been at its current location on Hirst Avenue for 20 years and it continues to be the main funder of all SOS programs and services. It is a community hub\, created by community\, supported by community\, and benefiting our community’s residents. \nShoppers and guests are encouraged to wear ‘60s themed clothing and accessories to celebrate the initial opening of SOS Thrift Shop in 1969\, and 20 years at 188 Hirst Ave. W. in Parksville. \nThere will be cake\, complimentary hot dogs and popcorn\, spin-the-wheel for prizes\, special sales and live music outside from 2-3 pm. \nCome celebrate the incredible impact SOS Thrift Shop has made in the lives of local children\, youth\, families\, adults and seniors thanks to community support! \nA big shout out to our media partners The Beach 88.5\, The Lounge 99.9 and The Parksville Qualicum Beach News\, and our sponsor\, Quality Foods. URL:https://sosd69.com/events/sos-thrift-shop-anniversary-and-customer-appreciation/ LOCATION:SOS Thrift Shop\, 188 Hirst Avenue West\, Parksville\, British Columbia\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sosd69.com/wp-content/uploads/WEBSOSThriftShopCelebration-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230628T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230628T203000 DTSTAMP:20260521T224826 CREATED:20230501T173000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T233540Z UID:10000004-1687978800-1687984200@sosd69.com SUMMARY:SOS Legacy Concert DESCRIPTION:Click here to purchase Concert tickets and Legacy Globe\nThis year marks SOS’s 55-years of caring in the Parksville Qualicum Beach region\, and we are hosting a special Legacy Concert on June 28. The concert will honour our past and put a spotlight on our future. \nWe have partnered with Berwick Parksville Retirement Community to host the Legacy Concert in the Berwick Theatre featuring renowned Canadian actor\, musician\, activist\, and Companion of the Order of Canada\, Tom Jackson. \nTom Jackson’s performance will take place thanks to our presenting sponsor – Raymond James Qualicum Beach Branch. Jackson has been honoured with several achievements including the 2007 Juno and Gemini Humanitarian Awards and the Governor General’s Performing Arts Award for Lifetime Artistic Achievement\, to name a few. \nThe evening will include songs and stories by Tom Jackson\, a newly created short video\, door prizes\, give-aways\, some special surprises\, and a big announcement.  Tickets are $55 and will go on sale May 10. \nSOS has also partnered with Robert Held Art Glass to create a 55th Anniversary Legacy Globe. These one-of-a-kind\, handmade\, limited edition commemorative items will be on sale for $100. URL:https://sosd69.com/events/sos-legacy-concert/ LOCATION:BC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sosd69.com/wp-content/uploads/2020sos_blue-logoPRINT-8X4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230621T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230621T180000 DTSTAMP:20260521T224826 CREATED:20230605T173249Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230630T203021Z UID:10000005-1687366800-1687370400@sosd69.com SUMMARY:Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day with SOS! DESCRIPTION:  \nSOS is hosting a National Indigenous Peoples Day celebration on June 21 at Memorial Plaza and the public is invited to attend! \n  \nSOS has been marking this important day internally for several years and is excited to open this event up as a shared learning opportunity and celebration. Come experience Indigenous culture including men’s and women’s traditional\, jingle\, and fancy shawl style dancing. \n  \nThe event will take place from 5 to 6 pm. Memorial Plaza is located on Memorial Avenue between Alberni Highway and McMillan Street. If you are interested in sharing some of your Indigenous Culture during this celebration\, email us at communications@sosd69.com. URL:https://sosd69.com/events/celebrate-national-indigenous-peoples-day-with-sos/ LOCATION:BC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sosd69.com/wp-content/uploads/2020sos_blue-logoPRINT-8X4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230503T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230503T183000 DTSTAMP:20260521T224826 CREATED:20230413T213256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T213337Z UID:10000003-1683131400-1683138600@sosd69.com SUMMARY:#SOSTeenShop DESCRIPTION:Our #SOSTeenShop event is on May 3\, 4:30 – 6:30 pm. For local youth ages 12-19\, come by for amazing deals\, live music\, prizes and more! Special Guest\, Rapper and HipHop artist\, Sirreal will be performing! URL:https://sosd69.com/events/sosteenshop/ LOCATION:SOS Thrift Shop\, 188 Hirst Avenue West\, Parksville\, British Columbia\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sosd69.com/wp-content/uploads/Final-TeenEventPoster2023-May1024_1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230422T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230422T120000 DTSTAMP:20260521T224826 CREATED:20230328T231338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T180231Z UID:10000002-1682157600-1682164800@sosd69.com SUMMARY:SOS Learning Seminar: All in 4 Kids\, Play and Recreation = Healthy Development. DESCRIPTION:On April 22\, we are running a free SOS Learning Seminar: All in 4 Kids\, Play and Recreation = Healthy Development. Panelists include representatives from KidSport BC\, RDN\, a Registered Clinical Counsellor\, a local athlete\, SOS Child\, Youth & Family Programs\, and the SOS Recreation Assistance Program.\n\nJoin the free seminar for an interactive discussion!\n\nTo register\, please go to SOSAllin4Kids.eventbrite.ca or call SOS at 250-248-2093 by April 20. URL:https://sosd69.com/events/sos-learning-seminar-all-in-4-kids-play-and-recreation-healthy-development/ LOCATION:SOS Community Services Centre\, 245 West Hirst Avenue\, Parksville\, BC\, V9P 2G9\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sosd69.com/wp-content/uploads/WEB-RACY-Stock-Soccer.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230309T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230309T210000 DTSTAMP:20260521T224826 CREATED:20230210T000904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230309T214727Z UID:10000001-1678381200-1678395600@sosd69.com SUMMARY:SOS XYZ Generations presents Throwback Thursday Game Night DESCRIPTION:You are invited! \nSOS XYZ Generations presents Throwback Thursday Game Night \nDrop-in and become part of the XYZ Gen Group\, a meetup group for adults. \nJoin us for games\, mocktails and snacks! \nCapacity is limited to 50 people. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Survey URL:https://sosd69.com/events/sos-xyz-generations-presents-throwback-thursday-game-night/ LOCATION:SOS Community Services Centre\, 245 West Hirst Avenue\, Parksville\, BC\, V9P 2G9\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sosd69.com/wp-content/uploads/WEBGaming.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR