Cranbrook Event Calendar

Whatz Happening in Cranbrook!

July 2008

Rock Lake United Church Camp

Rock Lake United Church Camp starts Saturday, July 19th for all children going into grades 4-7 this September with a cost of $150 & $120 for teens going into grades 8-10. Activities include: crafts, hiking, swimming & other water activities like canoeing along with outdoor/indoor games, campfires, lessons plus many more special surprise events. Visit the web site for more info www.RockLakeBC.com or call Kevin or Melissa 489-4249 or e-mail RockLakeCamp.BC@hotmail.com

Cross Cultural Night

It's a Cross Cultural opportunity for immigrants or new Canadians to get together to play games, socialize, share cultures & traditions plus make new friends. If you have a musical instrument or game from a different country...bring it along & join the Cross Cultural Night 7-9pm the last Wednesday of each month...rain or shine at 32-13th Avenue S. Cranbrook. INFO: Mila 426-2943.

Ongoing 2008

EKRH Oncology Update and Toy Drive

The East Kootenay Regional Hospital's oncology lounge has a new look. For years, cancer patients were surrounded by a children's theme in the oncology department, but a 5 thousand dollar donation from the Abreast in the Rockies Dragon Boat fund has given the place a more sophisticated look.
The update is welcome to oncology patients, with new paint and new furniture.
Meantime, pediatric team at the East Kootenay Regional Hospital have started up a "For the Kids" toy collection.
The team is taking in new toys for kids from birth to 18 years old. If you have brand new, packaged toys to donate, call the East Kootenay Foundation for Health.

The Canadian Cancer Society wants YOU

The Canadian Cancer Society seeks volunteers in the Cranbrook area to facilitate "Promote Health: Prevent Cancer Workshops". These interactive, information based cancer prevention workshops challenge people to make changes in their life & in their community so that healthy choices become easier choices for everyone. This dynamic volunteer role requires approximately 4-6 hours of your time per month. If you're looking for an opportunity to become part of the prevention team & have a strong interest in health & cancer prevention, this role is for you. Needed are people with strong organizational abilities, previous experience facilitating groups & good communication skills. Training provided. INFO: Tracy or Lynnette 1-800-656-6426 or 426-8916.