It’s mainly been famine the last three years since the start of COVID. Now, it’s a veritable feast.
Community events, in case you haven’t noticed, are on overload and the next month until the middle of July is the busiest time.
There’s lots of opportunities to celebrate and get out into the community to enjoy events and gatherings again with people you might not have seen for a while.
One thing to keep in mind is it takes a lot of people to organize these events for the community’s benefit. But support is needed to make sure these events continue.
If many stay home and watch Netflix, it’s not going to bode well for the continuation of some events. People say they’ve been cooped up long enough and want to get out so now’s your chance to prove it and enjoy some activities.
There’s entertainment, children’s activities for those with younger families and food and drink at every event.
Service club members are doing their best to provide a service that gives people a chance to smile, forget about COVID and just have a good time.
This past week has already seen the Municipality of North Cowichan’s 150th anniversary celebration kick-off and National Indigenous Peoples Day events at Waterwheel Park. Weather, of course, is always a factor and we can’t have heat waves every time these events take place – especially in June – but you make the best of it and many have already done exactly that.
There’s more in store with the Rotary Club of Chemainus bringing back a more expanded Summer Fest celebration on Saturday. There won’t be a parade this time, but a car show is being held as the star attraction of the day to see what kind of response that generates.
There are loads of huge car buffs around, particularly those in their 50s through 70s, so that should generate a decent crowd.
In the weeks ahead, look for Canada Day celebrations at Waterwheel Park, the Giant Street Market on July 8 and ongoing entertainment throughout July and August from the Chemainus Valley Cultural Arts Society.
It’s a bustling town and there’s no reason to be camped out at home.
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