BigRock Mountain Upgrades Ski Area with New Lift

A Rocky Mountain High Christmas concert featuring local talent from Soundstage Productions in Penticton is scheduled for December 3 at the Cleland Theatre, with tickets priced at $48. Meanwhile, the Women Involved in Newtown (WIN) organization is seeking community participation for its Thanksgiving Basket program, which helps families in need with essential groceries and household items, with a deadline for adoption on November 24. In climbing news, American Sean Bailey has added a new V17 boulder problem, bringing the total number of confirmed V17 climbs to eight globally. Yosemite National Park, known as the birthplace of modern rock climbing, has a rich history of climbing advancements and cultural shifts, highlighted by pioneering climbers and their evolving techniques. Additionally, BigRock Mountain in northern Maine is set to open a new chairlift and enhanced snowmaking capabilities in December, thanks to a $5.6 million community-supported project aimed at boosting local tourism and ski season length. These developments reflect community engagement in arts, charity, sports, and recreation.