What's Up in Wells

Play Reading: Dipstand Stories
2019-08-30 20:00 - 21:00, 2019-08-31 20:00 - 21:00, 2019-09-01 20:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Sunset Theatre, 2357 Pooley St., Wells, BC, v0k2r0, Canada
Marcel Gagnon with Karen Jeffery • Workshop 25 – 31 August 2019 • Reading August 30 & 31, 8 PM

Marcel has many stories to tell around Salmon Dipping and knowledge to impart about not only fishing but about life.
ELDER MARCEL: Don’t stay out too late, the animals are out tonight – and they’re hungry – they like a good salmon.

16th Annual Williams Creek Sports Day in Barkerville
2019-09-01 10:00 - 16:00 | BC
Jumping, Driving, Racing, Tossing, Tug O’ War and more! Games and activities for kids of all ages.

1:00 PM – 3:30 PM
(Events will take place in the following order)* Broad Jump: All children are invited to participate
* Ladies Nail Driving: All ladies are invited to show their carpentry skills.
* Funny Face: Children are encouraged to bring their funniest or scariest face.
* Candy Toss: See how many you can collect.
* Cracker Eating Whistle Races: Teams of 4 compete for the fastest chew on the creek.
* Ladies Egg and Spoon Race: A test of skill, dexterity and stamina.
* 20 lb Hammer Toss: Who is the strongest on the creek?
* Sack Race: For the children.
* Egg Toss: Don’t end up with egg on your face.
* Greasy Pole Climb: For those of legal age
* Tug O’ War: One side to rule them all!

Wells Volunteer Fire Brigade Practice
2019-09-04 19:00 - 21:00, 2019-09-11 19:00 - 21:00, 2019-09-18 19:00 - 21:00, 2019-09-25 19:00 - 21:00, 2019-10-02 19:00 - 21:00, 2019-10-09 19:00 - 21:00 | Wells Volunteer Fire Brigade Station, 2314 Baker St, Wells, BC, V0K 2R0, Canada
The WVFB is the only fire service in the area and is 100% dependent on volunteers. Everyone is welcome and no one is asked to do more than they are comfortable with.
Practices are held every Wednesday from 7pm – 9pm at the Fire Hall. Everyone is welcome — no previous experience necessary. Come out and join us!

The Gift
2019-09-06 20:00 - 21:00, 2019-09-07 20:00 - 21:00, 2019-09-08 20:00 - 21:00 | Sunset Theatre, 2357 Pooley St., Wells, BC, v0k2r0, Canada
“My name is John Aitken; I did not speak until I was eighteen”
Truth and healing in Canada’s First Nations are vast and vital topics explored through a highly personal lens in Coast Salish artist John Aitken’s “the Gift”.
“I am the product of childhood trauma and abuse. I survived by being as invisible as I could and not speaking until I was eighteen years old. I struggled throughout my childhood as a “dirty little indian” in a rural white community”, says the Mayne Island artist.
John Aitken tells his story of survival, personal resilience and reconciliation as he lived his childhood, nonverbally, through the performance of “the Gift”, utilizing dance/movement, physical acting, vocalization, drumming and singing. Sharing the stage with Aitken is acclaimed actor/director and filmmaker, Shelley MacDonald of North Vancouver.
John Aitken and award winning animation filmmaker, Gail Noonan, developed this performance art piece over three years on Mayne Island. Aitken and MacDonald weave the story using a series of dream-like events drawing on First Nations and European Iconography and archetypes. The story takes the audience through the emotions of love and tenderness to fear, terror and loss, then finally to hope, joy and celebration which culminates in John receiving “the Gift” of his voice.
Aitken and MacDonald are part of a national movement of First Nations actors, musicians, artists and film-makers utilizing the arts to move through the trauma and history of systemic racism and abuse into healing and creating a pathway towards reconciliation.
An artist, activist, dancer, actor, filmmaker, educator and storyteller, Aitken uses many mediums to advance the opportunity for intercultural dialogue. All performances of “the Gift” conclude with a talking circle, where audience members are invited to stay and participate in the safe, structured environment to share their observations and discuss the emotions raised during the performance.

The Life of Florence Wilson
2019-09-11 19:00 - 22:00 | Theatre Royal, 14301 Hwy 26 E., Barkerville, BC, V0K1B0, Canada
An evening of film and discussion exploring new research and findings revealing the life and times of Florence Wilson of London, England; Barkerville and California; wherein we discover connections with royalty and the Bloomsbury artistic community; the music and writing of the Wilson family and; the subsequent life story of Barkerville’s enigma.
Introducing: Judith Booth, Wentworth Falls, Australia;
Great, grt, grt niece of Florence Wilson.
Film premiere: “Enigma – The Florence Wilson Story”
The Wilson family music with Amy Newman;
Panel discussion with:
Judith Booth, researcher and family historian;
Richard Wright and Amy Newman; filmmakers and researchers;
Danette Boucher, interpreter of Florence Wilson in Barkerville, B.C.
Sponsored by the Friends of Barkerville – Cariboo Historical Society
Co-sponsored and presented by The Bonepicker Project, The Theatre Royal, with the financial support of Tracy Young. Admission by donation.

Chinese Arts and Music Show
2019-09-13 20:00 - 21:30 | Sunset Theatre, 2357 Pooley St., Wells, BC, v0k2r0, Canada
Chinese solos, dances, choirs, music, shadow-play, and magic will bring you an unforgettable mid-autumn festival evening

Live Jazz Music with Mahogany Hall
2019-09-14 19:00 - 22:00 | Bear’s Paw Cafe, 12415 Hwy 26 E, Wells, BC, V0K2R0, Canada
Mahogany Hall serenades The Bear’s Paw Cafe in Wells, BC. Their Tribute to the Great Crooners features classic jazz standards in the style of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., and more! Join us for an evening of good music, good eats and good drinks.
Piano – Patrick Courtin
Vocals – Simon Paterson
Cover is by donation.

36th Annual Chili Cook-off
2019-09-15 18:00 - 21:00 | Barkerville Staff House, 2523 Gardner, Wells, BC, Canada
Commemorating the great Barkerville Fire of 1868. Bring a chili or other dish and your own plates, cutlery, and beverages. Prizes to be won for worthy chefs. Donations happily accepted for the Wells Volunteer Fire Brigade.

The Sunset Cabaret
2019-09-17 20:00 - 22:00 | Sunset Theatre, 2357 Pooley St., Wells, BC, v0k2r0, Canada
The Sunset Cabaret is a long-standing tradition at the Sunset Theatre, inspired by the coffee houses of the 1960s and the popular Theatrical Happenings of the 1970s. IMA used to host periodical Coffee Houses, inviting anyone and everyone to participate in an evening of sharing creative stories, songs, poetry, dance, film, whatever was your fancy. Since re-opening its doors in 2006, there have been 44 Sunset Cabarets, hosting 100s of artists from Wells, Barkerville or just driving through town. Intended to be a fundraiser for the Sunset Theatre, the Cabarets have become a tradition over the years.
The Sunset Cabarets were hosted by our beloved Tim Sutherland who gathered the group together to create a raucous and memorable evening. The baton has been passed to Stu Cawood and James Douglas who give of their time to carry on this tradition, bringing together the community in laughter and song.
All ages are welcome, however extreme, over-the-top, risque content is typical. Course language and adult themes are often featured.
Doors open @ 7:30PM • Show starts at 8PM
NB • Adult content

Barkerville Gold Mines Community Meeting
2019-09-18 18:30 - 21:00 | Wells Curling Club, 3860 Ski Hill Road, Wells, BC, V0K2R0, Canada
Barkerville Gold Mines is proposing to develop the Cariboo Gold Project in the historic Cariboo Mining District. The project is expected to operate for 11 years and create 320 jobs annually.
Key project components are:

a 4,000 tonne/day underground mine in the District of Wells
An expanded mill and above-ground filtered tailing storage facility at the QR Mill Site
A new highway bypass near Wells and use of Highway 26 and 500 Nyland Lake Road between the mine and QR Mill Site.
A new transmission line from the Barlow substation to the mine site generally following Highway 26.

the project is being reviewed under the BC Environmental Assessment Act and we are preparing information required for the review. If you would like to learn more about the Project, the studies we are undertaking, or the review process, please join us at one of our upcoming Community Meetings. If you can’t make it but have questions or would like more information, please contact us at feedback@barkervillegold.com

6 Guitars
2019-09-19 20:00 - 21:00, 2019-09-20 20:00 - 21:00, 2019-09-21 20:00 - 21:00 | Sunset Theatre, 2357 Pooley St., Wells, BC, v0k2r0, Canada
Written and performed by Chase Padgett
Since it premiered in 2010, 6 Guitars has been performed hundreds of times for tens of thousands of people across North America to roaring standing ovations. Its unique but universal message connects to any musician or music lover regardless of one’s age, background, or favourite genre.
★★★★★
Edmonton • Winnipeg • Toronto • London • Orland

Wells-Barkerville Community Day and Season Celebration
2019-09-21 15:30 - 19:00 | Barkerville Historic Town & Park, 14301 Hwy 26 E., Barkerville, BC, V0K2R0, Canada
A celebration of community and the 2019 Barkerville season for all-site staff and residents of the Wells, Bowron, and Troll areas. Hosted by the Barkerville Heritage Trust Board and featuring a Long Service Awards Ceremony. Family friendly. No charge. All are welcome. Hosted in the Barkerville Visitor Centre Grand Room

3:30 pm – BBQ begins
4:00 pm – Community Presentation
5:00 pm – Bar service begins
5:30 pm – Long Service Awards

Play Reading: Churchill’s Women
2019-09-22 20:00 - 21:00 | Sunset Theatre, 2357 Pooley St., Wells, BC, v0k2r0, Canada
Gordon Roberts with Julia Mackey • Workshop 16 to 22 September 2019 • Reading 22 Sept, 8PM

Our aim is to create a 90-minute two person play about the women behind Winston Churchill. He is debatably the most written about person in the English language, much of it written by himself. But amongst all this verbiage there is one voice missing – the Women.

TIKI TIKI TIKI TIKI!
2019-09-23 19:00 - 22:00 | Bear’s Paw Cafe, 12415 Hwy 26 E, Wells, BC, V0K2R0, Canada
We’re stealing back summer for one night only!
A night to pay homage to everything we love about tacky tiki bars, bowls of flaming rum cocktails, food on sticks, and everything pineapple. There will be nothing subtle or sophisticated about this event. Wear your loudest print shirts and your worst excuse for shoes.
Eats: Poke Bowls / BBQ Pork and Pineapple Kebabs / Pineapple Upside Down Cake
Drinks: Slushy Blue Hawaiians / Watermelon Mojitos / Mai Tais / Palomas

6th Annual Steampunk Murder Mystery in Barkerville
2019-09-27 17:00 - 2019-09-29 12:30 | Barkerville Historic Town & Park, 14301 Hwy 26 E., Barkerville, BC, V0K2R0, Canada
Out Of Time Episode VI: Revenge Of The Judge Guy
*A Steampunk-Star Wars-Slasher Flic-Murder Mystery*
Out of Time Episode VI: Revenge of the Judge Guy is a one, two, or three day* interactive Whodunit? mystery party featuring Barkerville’s cast of historical characters like you’ve never seen them before – where you are the guest of honour!
The best part? Your Steampunk sleuthing skills could send you home with genuine Barkerville gold and gifts!

End of Summer Bash at the Legion
2019-09-29 17:00 - 23:00 | Royal Canadian Legion Branch #128, 3948 Gold Quartz Drive, Wells, V0K2R0
Dinner service from 6 pm – 8 pm. $13 for stuffed pork loin, roasted potatoes, mixed vegetables, sourdough bu, fruit crisp, and ice cream. Music by DJ Amanda May.
Amanda May Harris is a former resident of Wells who now resides in Barriere. Amanda owns Creating Space Art & Soul Studio out of which she runs her DJ business and teaches art classes to children.

Wells-Barkerville Community Forest Open House
2019-10-06 13:00 - 15:00 | Royal Canadian Legion Branch #128, 3948 Gold Quartz Drive, Wells, V0K2R0
Students from the University of Northern British Columbia will be in town to talk to residents of the community about their values and what they’d like to see out of the Community Forest. Do you know of a place for a good hiking/biking/skiing trail? How about heritage sites, wildlife habitat, or locations for forest research and education? These ideas will influence a set of planning tools that the university is developing for the Community Forest.

Election Day in Wells
2019-10-21 07:00 - 19:00 | Banquet Room, Wells Community Hall, 4269 Sanders Ave, Wells, BC, V0K2R0, Canada
To vote in the federal election you have to prove your identity and address. There are three ways to do this:
Option 1: Show one of these pieces of ID

your driver’s licence
any other card issued by a Canadian government (federal, provincial/territorial or local) with your photo, name and current address

Option 2: Show two pieces of ID
Both must have your name and at least one must have your current address.
Examples:

voter information card and bank statement
utility bill and student ID card

Don’t have these? No problem!
See the list of accepted ID below to prove your identity and address under Option 2.
Option 3: If you don’t have ID
You can still vote if you declare your identity and address in writing and have someone who knows you and who is assigned to your polling station vouch for you.
The voucher must be able to prove their identity and address. A person can vouch for only one person (except in long-term care institutions).
LIST OF CONFIRMED CANDIDATES /
LISTE DES CANDIDATS CONFIRMÉS
This complete list of confirmed candidates was issued on Wednesday, October 2, 2019.
Cariboo–Prince George 59-004

CALOGHEROS, Tracy
Liberal Party of Canada / Parti libéral du Canada
DOHERTY, Todd
Conservative Party of Canada / Parti conservateur du Canada
KERR, Mackenzie
Green Party of Canada / Le Parti Vert du Canada
ORR, Michael
Independent / Indépendant(e)
SAPERGIA, Heather
New Democratic Party / Nouveau Parti démocratique
YANG, Jing Lan
People’s Party of Canada / Parti populaire du Canada

Barkerville's Ghostly Halloween
2019-10-26 11:00 - 17:00 | Barkerville Historic Town & Park, 14301 Hwy 26 E., Barkerville, BC, V0K2R0, Canada
Barkerville’s busy season has ended and the streets are quiet… disturbingly quiet, in fact. Test your fate with a walk through Barkerville’s haunted house, go trick-or-treating up the main street at some of our local merchants, and warm up at our Halloween bonfire. Come explore the haunted nooks and crannies of Barkerville Historic Town, with special activities and treats! Admission is $5, and free for children 5 and under.
Ghostly Scavenger Hunt: 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Face painting: 11:00 am – 4:00 pm*
Bonfire: 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Monster-Free Haunted House: 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Super-Scary Haunted House: 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Spooky Town Tour: 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Barkerville’s Ultimate Zombie Apocalypse Challenge: 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm*
*Additional fee for these activities
++Trick-or-treating stations and open businesses++
Barkerville Cafe & Visitor Centre Open: 11:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Halloween Portraits at L.A. Blanc Photo Studio: 11:00 am – 4:30 pm
Shopping at Mason & Daly: 11:30 am – 4:30 pm
Cameron & Ames Blacksmith Shop: 11:30 am – 4:30 pm
