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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240501T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240501T183000 DTSTAMP:20260521T232100 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:20260521T232100 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:20260521T232100 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:British Columbia 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:20260521T232100 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:20260521T232100 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:20260521T232100 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:British Columbia 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:20260521T232100 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:20260521T232100 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:20260521T232100 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:British Columbia 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:20260521T232100 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:British Columbia 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:20260521T232100 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:20260521T232100 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:20260521T232100 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