Volunteers clean the Rotary Bike Skills Park
Breathebikes, in collaboration with he Merritt Mountain Biking Association, have organized a ‘Bike Work Party’ where riders ages 12 – 18 are invited to help clean up the park.
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Merritt Snowmobile Club upgrades trails for new season
The Merritt Snowmobile Club (MSC) is gearing up for another season on the trails this winter, and a number of recent donations and upgrades will make life easier for volunteers and trail users alike.
Gallery: 2022 Nicola Valley Fall Fair
Merrittonians and visiting Pro Rodeo attendees once again had the opportunity to visit the Merritt Exhibition Grounds for the annual Nicola Valley Fall Fair this Labour Day weekend, with organizers bringing back the beloved annual event after a COVID-19 induced two year hiatus.
NVMA’s drop-in hockey
Merrittonians will soon be breaking the ice, on the ice, as the City of Merritt offers up drop-in hockey at the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena (NVMA).
Nicola Valley Arts Council’s ‘Show of Shows’
The Nicola Valley Arts Council’s (NVAC) latest show is a walk down memory lane, showcasing 55 posters designed by a local artist, with the posters promoting previous shows at the art gallery since 2017.
Fall Fair returns to Merritt after two-year break
The Nicola Valley Fall Fair is back after a two year hiatus, with the COVID-19 pandemic that caused the break providing enough time in isolation for locals to have sharpened their canning, baking, and hobby skills.
Rotary Club Pancake Breakfast for Labour Day Weekend
The Rotary Club of Merritt will be serving up breakfast favourites to kickstart Merrittonians’ Pro Rodeo weekend, with the local service club offering a pancake breakfast at downtown’s Spirit Square.
The revival of the Labour Day Street Market
For as long as many locals can remember, the Labour Day Street Market has been an event that was missing during the long weekend’s lineup of events and festivities. Luckily, an active group of residents have volunteered this year to revive the old event.
A Merritt-inspired board game
A Victoria based game maker is putting a Merritt spin on the classic family board game Monopoly, with Merrittonians soon being able to pass not only ‘go,’ but also their favourite local landmarks. The game, dubbed Merrittopoly, is a collaboration between Outset Media and Walmart Canada.
Merritt and District Chamber of Commerce hosts ‘2022 Photo Contest’
Merrittonians are invited to snap a photo for the chance to snap up a variety of gift cards for local businesses in the Merritt and District Chamber of Commerce 2022 Photo Contest.
LETTERS: Welcome to the 2022 Nicola Valley Fall Fair!
“We are excited and pleased to be holding a 2022 Fall Fair after a two-year hiatus due to COVID, fires and floods.”
Sagebrush Golf Club named top public course in B.C.
A local golf course has been named the top public course in B.C., and the 13th best course in all of Canada.
Arts Council hosts ‘Summertime in Spirit Square’
The Nicola Valley Arts Council hosted ‘Summertime in Spirit Square’ on Friday, July 22. The event was a celebration of arts, headlined by a musical performance by the band Atlas.
Nicola Valley Museum displays local artist exhibit
Bev Veale, a well-known local artist and community member, has partnered up with the Nicola Valley Arts Council and Nicola Valley Museum and Archives to curate a display of her works displaying life in the Nicola Valley, a life that the longtime painter and former homesteader knows very well.
2022 Bass Coast art installation
Over 57 pieces of artwork were thoughtfully curated throughout the wooded area of the grounds, as well as throughout the festival.
Sights from the 2022 Community Airport Day
Merritt Community Airport Day was back for its second iteration, offering up a family-friendly day of helicopter rides, classic cars, airplanes on display, and food vendors.
The 28th annual Show N’ Shine
Making a comeback for its 28th annual rendition, the Nicola Valley Cruisers Club ‘Show n’ Shine’ will once again see Central Park filled with squeaky clean vehicles of all ages, presented by their proud owners from all over the province.
Merritt hosts Softball BC Provincial Championships
Central park was packed all weekend as the Merritt Minor Softball Association hosted Softball BC’s Boys Provincial Championships.
Community Airport Day returns to Merritt
After a three year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Community Airport Day is taking off once again.
LETTERS: 2022 Elvis Festival in Merritt
At last, we can all enjoy a great weekend out with friends and family and enjoy great music, entertainment and food from the many vendors. ELVIS is back in the building, or at least the Merritt Rodeo Grounds. July 15, 16 & 17.
