Great Pumpkins
It’s July and by now, Powell River should be well populated with pumpkins! Powell River Living gave out hundreds of pumpkin seeds this year with the help of our friends at Springtime Nursery, Mother Nature, the Farmer’s Market and the Townsite Heritage Society. By now, those little sprouts should be well established plants. Pumpkins are heavy feeders and require regular treatments of manure or compost mixed with water in order to grow well. Fertilize on a regular basis using a high nitrogen formula in early plant growth, when plants are about one foot tall, just before the vines begin to take off and then switch over to a fertilizer high in phosphorous before they start to bloom. And remember, pumpkins require a lot of water but you want to keep water off the leaves. Use a garden hose with a misting nozzle to lightly water the mounds in the early morning so excess moisture will not be left on the leaves. Happy growing!
Be a Camber Champion
Camber College’s international language students would like to connect with the community - but this can be challenging because they are not here for a long time. If you know of any short term volunteer positions suitable for international students, please contact the college at hello@cambercollege.com or call 604-485-5115 Camber hosts students on a rotating basis with the average student staying three to six months. For example, program director Trevor Edwards says, “We have a Japanese woman in her seventies who comes every summer for two weeks. She likes Powell River and she likes learning English.” This is what some other Camber students have said about their experiences in Powell River: Pine: I love the restaurants! I really like Magpie’s and Iguana’s. I like to read Powell River Living to find out about concerts. That’s how I found out about Jazz Fest! Valentina: I enjoy going to the beach a lot, and spending time with my friends. I also like going hiking and camping. I think the Powell River Living board at our school is very helpful to know about all the activities going on in Powell River. It’s great for all the students to know what is happening in town! Edgar: My first week here, I read about all the activities and facilities in PR, and decided to visit the complex. I have been here for two months now and I still go to the complex all the time! I also volunteered at the Trash Bash. Christian: I am very new to Powell River, and I am looking forward to swimming in some of the lakes around here. I loved the opening concert for PRISMA!
Watch for block watch
A new block watch program organized by the Powell River RCMP is looking for volunteers to assist in monitoring suspicious activity in local neighbourhoods. RCMP constable Paula Perry, who is organizing the program, said block watch groups are based on a commitment between the local detachment and community members to “build safer neighbourhoods.” Participating community members are invited to register their interest with Perry. Preventative measures include making sure windows, doors and vehicles are locked by 9 pm, as well as ensuring all valuables are hidden from sight.
Volunteer Opportunities
• qathet Mycology Network is looking for all sorts of help related to Powell River’s first Mushroom Festival, which is planned for November 3. Help will be needed setup and take-down, tallying visitors, answering mushroom questions, and helping with kids’ activities. For more information, visit tinyurl.com/qathetmycology or email qathetmycologynetwork@gmail.com • The Salvation Army is looking for drivers to provide a pick-up and delivery service for The Salvation Army’s Thrift Store and to assist in providing a clean and well organized receiving area. Pickup Days are Tuesday and Wednesday and they are looking for someone who can commit to one day a week.
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For a full selection of current volunteer opportunities and to apply as a volunteer, please visit unitedwayofpowellriver.ca.
Youth 20/20 Can launches
Canada’s Service Corps is creating a national movement to build a culture of volunteer service that empowers young Canadians to make an impact. Youth gain experience and build their skills, while giving back to their community with other young Canadians. In Powell River, Youth 20/20 Can is looking for volunteers between the ages of 15-29. Volunteer Powell River wants to form a committee to put on local events and engage in skill development. Join them on Tuesdays and Thursdays 6 to 8 pm at 4750 Joyce Avenue above RONA. Benefits include: enhancing personal and professional skills, leadership and event planning, promotion of causes you care about, volunteer hours to support graduation requirements, references, letters of recommendation, plus fun and snacks. Dale Lawson at Volunteer Powell River says this opportunity for youth and community development will strengthen the fabric of volunteerism. “Through the Youth 20/20 Can project, our Youth Engagement Workers, Jayde Bazinet and Erika Davies will assist 75+ local youth ages 15-29 to connect with other like-minded youth. Recruited participants will plan events and activities of interest while they develop highly transferable skills such as: project management, planning, collaboration, and leadership.”
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