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FEATURES 15 Musical Theatre

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16 The Lonely 21 Classical Concerts

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23 Comedy Night

Jen Grant

25 The World Famous

Glenn Miller Orchestra 30 Cowichan Therapeutic Riding Association

ALSO INSIDE SECTIONS 5 March 2016 Events 11 Trivia Questions 6 What's On Screen 10 What’s The Dif 18 Get Active 26 Every Week Events 28 Local Dining DUNCAN , CHEMAIN MILL BAY, COBBLE US, LADYSMITH, HILL, SHAWNIG AN LAKE

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TUE MAR 1 Canucks Hockey: Canucks vs Islanders 7 pm on SNP. FMI nhl. com

Live Theatre: ‘The Addams Family - a New Musical Comedy’ is a multi-layered, wacky love story showing at Brentwood College, Mill Bay from Mar 1 - 5 at 7:30 pm each evening. Fun for the whole family! $20 reserved seating. FMI 250.743.8756

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Mic

Nite:

7:30pm, , ‘Dress Rehearsal Tuesdays Open Mic Nite’ at the Duncan Showroom is all about using the stage to launch your career in front of a friendly, appreciative audience and having fun! 3 songs each, $5/ everyone. 7:30 pm. No-alcohol venue. FMI showroomproductions. ca or 250.748.7246

WED MAR 2 Cowichan Toastmasters Club Meetings: Cowichan Toastmasters #950 is a local non-profit club that helps members improve their communication and leadership skills in a safe, supportive way. They meet every Wed 7 - 9 pm at the Island Savings Centre, Boardroom 3d floor. Free for guests. FMI cowichantoastmasters.com

Live Theatre: ‘The Ad-

Cowichan Music Festival Highlights Concert: local artistic talent is showcased at this annual multidisciplinary ‘Highlights Concert’ at the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre at 7 pm. Enjoy dance/music/ instruments/piano/ speech arts/vocal and choral performances and more! Adult $15.50, child $10.50. FMI cowichanpac.ca or 250.748.7529

Live

Theatre:

Shawnigan Players present the darkly comedic ‘August: Osage County’ at the Duncan Showroom Mar 2 - 6 and Mar 9 - 12, 7:30 pm each evening. Advance tix at Mason’s, Ten Old Books and the Duncan Showroom $15 advance, $17 door (if avail). FMI showroomproductions.ca or 250.748.7246

THU MAR 3 Canucks Hockey: Canucks vs Sharks 7 pm on SNP. FMI nhl.com

dams Family - a New Musical Comedy’ is a multi-layered, wacky love story showing at Brentwood College, Mill Bay from Mar 1 - 5 at 7:30 pm each evening. Fun for the whole family! $20 reserved seating. FMI 250.743.8756

Live Performance: Charles Ross is back with his ‘One Man Star Wars Trilogy’, a one-hour one-man non-stop blast through 3 Star Wars films! 7:30 - 8:30 pm at ArtSpring,

Salt Spring Island. Bar opens 6:30 pm (root beer for the kids) $23/adult, $5 youth. FMI artspring.ca or 250.537.2102

Live Theatre: Shawnigan Players present the darkly comedic ‘August: Osage County’ at the Duncan Showroom Mar 2 - 6 and Mar 9 - 12, 7:30 pm each evening. Advance tix at Mason’s, Ten Old Books and the Duncan Showroom $15 advance, $17 door (if avail). FMI showroomproductions.ca or 250.748.7246

HOME&LIFE Time for Spring Cleaning!

Among the many ‘rites of spring’ there are perhaps few as satisfying as throwing open the windows and cleaning the house top to bottom. After a cold, dark winter of closed windows, muddy boots, wood-burning stoves, dust and dander, spring cleaning signifies the return of warmer weather and spending time outside. Here are a few tips to help you freshen your home.

• A good airing will reduce the allergens and

germs in mattresses, even if you can’t lug them outside. Sprinkling baking soda on a mattress, letting it sit a short time, then vacuuming it off can freshen it too.

• When dusting pay special attention to switch

plates and the outside edges of doors, where people tend to grab.

• When

washing bed linens, wash them in order of what goes on the bed first. If you’re switching over to lighter quilts, wash the winter bedding before putting it away, because moths and other insects are attracted to body oil, perspiration and perfume.

• When

cleaning heavy drapes, use the

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• Emptying,

cleaning and organizing drawers and cabinets provides a good opportunity for weeding out old toys or items your family doesn’t use anymore. Pass them along for others to enjoy or get them recycled!

• Vacuum

and shampooing carpets, and sweeping and mopping floors can make living spaces feel fresh. Don’t forget to dust those lamps, countertops, books and shelves first!

There are any number of great natural cleaning products on the market that are safe for people, pets and the environment. Brands like Seventh Generation and Mrs. Meyers produce all-purpose cleaners, glass and surface cleaners, shower cleaners, tub and tile cleaners, furniture polish and more. Sometimes, however, the purest, simplest, most effective cleaners are items you already have in the house! Lemon juice and vinegar are great for cleaning windows and cutting through grease, and vinegar is useful for preventing mold formation. Ordinary table salt or sea salt is great for scrubbing and scouring touch dirt and grime. And baking soda is fabulous for scrubbing, scouring, cleaning and deodorizing.

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FRI MAR 4

‘Shady Grove Dance Band’ with caller Peter Sussman at ‘The Hub’ in Cowichan Station. No experience necessary, all dances will be taught. 7:30 pm start. $5/door FMI 250.929.8226

Live Music: Tom Mor-

Live Theatre: Shawni-

night with ‘Blue Moon Marquee’ 8 pm at the Music Hall Food Co. in Ladysmith. Admission by donation to the band. FMI musichall.ca or 250.245.3663

risey brings his East Coast sound to the Cowichan Bay Pub 7 pm. FMI baypub.ca or 250.748.2330

Traditional Square Dance: kick up your heels at a traditional square dance with the

gan Players present the darkly comedic ‘August: Osage County’ at the Duncan Showroom Mar 2 - 6 and Mar 9 - 12, 7:30 pm each evening. Advance tix at Mason’s, Ten Old Books and the Duncan Showroom $15 advance, $17 door (if avail). FMI showroomproductions.ca or 250.748.7246

Live Music: ‘Hell Katz’ play the River Rock Bar and Grill at 9 pm. No cover. FMI https:// www.facebook.com/ RiverRockBarGrill/ or 250.748.4311

Bowling at Historic Youbou Lanes is a great way to spend a rainy spring afternoon or evening! This historic, beautifully maintained four-lane bowling alley takes you back to the 1950s, complete with hand set pins and much of the original equipment still in place. Family Bowling happens every Fri 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm from Sep to Jun with the first Friday of the month being Loonie Nite ($1 per game). Youbou also offers Adult Night Bowling every Sat 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm from Sep to Jun, with every third Saturday of the month being Toonie Nite ($2 per game). Shoe rentals are an additional $1.There is also Rock ‘n Glow Bowling. For more information 250.745.3431

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FRI MAR 4 CONT... Live Music: ‘DJ Boomtown’ brings the tunes to Moby’s Pub, Salt Spring Island at 9 pm. FMI mobyspub.ca or 250.537.5559

SAT MAR 5 The Met Opera Live in HD: ‘Manon Lescaut’ by Giacomo Puccini is described as ‘an obsessive love story’.This live broadcast from ‘The Met’ shows at the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre starting at 9:55 am. Run time 3 hrs 8 min. FMI cowichanpac. ca or 250.748.7529

MET Opera Live Broadcast: ‘Manon Lescaut’, Puccini’s obsessive love story, is the MET Opera Live Broadcast at ArtSpring, Salt Spring Island this March. Shows 9:55 am - 1:15 pm. Adult $21.95, seniors $18.95, youth $12.95. FMI artspring. ca or 250.537.2102

Sing for Pure Joy! in Ladysmith: 6:30 pm at The Lodge on 4th. All songs taught in the traditional method of call and response. All voices welcome! $10 drop-in. Pro-rated fee for the Winter/Spring Term.

Sliding scale by request. FMI 250.285.3764 or 250. 202.1003

Live Music: the ‘Byron Clayton Thomas’ male vocal group performs at St. Michael’s Church Hall, Chemainus 7 - 9 pm.Great family entertainment! Light refreshments offered. $10 at the door. FMI 250.324.1900

Cowichan Music Festival Highlights Concert: local artistic talent is showcased at this annual multi-disciplinary ‘Highlights Concert’ at the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre at 7 pm. Enjoy dance/music/ instruments/piano/ speech arts/vocal and choral performances and more! Adult $15.50, child $10.50. FMI cowichanpac.ca or 250.748.7529

Author Event/Film Screening: author John Valiant talks about his latest book, ‘The Jaguar’s Children’ and the documentary film ‘Hadwin’s Judgement’ based on his award-winning book ‘The Golden Spruce’. Talk and film screening

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at ArtSpring on Salt Spring Island 7 - 9 pm $10. FMI /artspring.ca or 250.537.2102

Canucks Hockey: Canucks vs Sharks 7 pm on HNIC. FMI nhl.com

Live Music: ‘Never Never Band’ brings some folk/bluegrass to Moby’s Pub, Salt Spring Island at 9 pm. FMI mobyspub.ca or 250.537.5559

Live Theatre: ‘The Ad-

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Live Music: the Co-

Karaoke Night: 8 pm at River Rock Bar & Grill, Duncan. Come on out and stretch those vocal chords! No Cover. FMI https://www.facebook. com/RiverRockBarGrill/ or 250.748.4311

wichan Symphony Society presents the ‘Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra’ at the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre at 2 pm. ‘Tafelmusik - House of Dreams’ is described as a magical journey where Baroque music and art intersect. Not to be missed! FMI cowichanpac.ca or 250.748.7529

Live Music: ‘Lennie Gallant’, the celebrated singer/songwriter from

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SUN MAR 6 CONT... PEI who has enjoyed a host of awards and nominations, brings his trio and their brand of East Coast folk music to the Duncan Showroom for an 8 pm show. $25 advance, $30 door. FMI showroomproductions. ca or 250.748.7246

MON MAR 7 Live Music: FrenchCanadian bass-baritone ‘Philippe Sly’ is accompanied by ‘Michael McMahon’ on piano for an evening of riveting music 7:30 - 9:30 pm at ArtSpring, Salt Spring Island. $28/adult, $5 youth. FMI artspring. ca or 250.537.2102

Canucks Hockey: Canucks vs Kings 7:30 pm on SNP. FMI nhl.com

TUE MAR 8 Art Exhibit: “See What We Saw...” Fine furniture and marquetry by Karen Trickett and Cam Russell of Coventry Woodworks, and guest visual artist Cheryl Painter at PORTALS in the Island Savings Centre Mar 8 - 24. Mon thru Fri 10 am - 5 pm, Sat 10 am - 1 pm. Free. FMI 250.746.1633

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WED MAR 9

Canucks Hockey: CaCowichan Toastmas- nucks vs Coyotes 7 pm ters Club Meetings: on SNP. FMI nhl.com Cowichan Toastmas- Live Theatre: Shawniters #950 is a local non-profit club that helps members improve their communication and leadership skills in a safe, supportive way. They meet every Wed 7 - 9 pm at the Island Savings Centre, Boardroom 3d floor. Free for guests. FMI cowichantoastmasters.com

Cowichan Career and Job Fair: the 2016 Live Music: ‘Harp Cowichan Career and Job Fair takes place 10 am - 2 pm at the Quw’utsun’ Cultural and Conference Centre. FMI gvsjobs.com or 250.748.9880

Dog Brown’ plays the Music Hall Food Co. 8 pm in Ladysmith $15. FMI musichall.ca or 250.245.3663

ring’s ‘Music Appreciation Course’ covers social history, art,the evolution of musical styles, the physics of classical music and more! Every Wed for 5 weeks, Mar 9 - Apr 13 (except Mar 23), 7 9:30 pm at ArtSpring, Salt Spring Island $50/ person or $80/pair.

joined by Katie-Ellen Humphries, Michelle Shaughnessy, Jane Stanton and Sarah Hagen for this stand-up extravaganza at the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre. ‘I Am Woman, Hear Me Laff’ is an annual fundraiser for the Cowichan Women Against Violence Soci-

THU MAR 10

Live Comedy: a night Music Appreciation of great live comedy! Course: George Eh- Headliner Jen Grant is

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ety (CWAV) . 7:30 pm FMI cowichanpac.ca or 250.748.7529

Salt Spring Forum Presentation: Dr. Kristi Miller from Fisheries and Oceans Canada presents ‘Salmon, Science andCensorship’ at ArtSpring, Salt Spring Island 7:30 - 9:15 pm $15 Forum members, $20 general public. FMI artspring.ca or 250.537.2102

Live Comedy: comedy night with Jacques Barrett and guests at the Music Hall Food Co. in Ladysmith at 8 pm $15 FMI musichall.ca or 250.245.3663

FRI MAR 11 Live Music: ‘Shawn & Jo’ play the Cowichan Bay MAR Pub at 7 pm. FMI bay-201 pub.ca or 250.748.2330

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‘The Raptors’ opens again Mar 11 for the 2016 season! If you haven’t yet been to this exceptional facility there’s no better time to go. Their mission is to raise awareness about birds of prey and facilitate conservation. They accomplish this by inviting the public in for thrilling flying demonstrations, offering hands-on and interactive experiences working with hawks, eagles, falcons and more, and by providing educational programs at their visitor’s centre. As of Mar 11 they will be open 12 - 3 daily with flying demos at 1:30 pm. For more information check out pnwraptors.com or call 250.746.0372.

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FRI MAR 11 CONT... Live Comedy: threetime Canadian Comedy Award winners ‘Peter (Carlone)’ and ‘Chris (Wilson)’ poke fun at the horror and mystery genres with their live show ‘Mystery of the Hungry Heart Motel’. Cowichan Performing Arts Centre 7:30 pm. FMI cowichanpac.ca or 250.748.7529

ning. Advance tix at Mason’s, Ten Old Books and the Duncan Showroom $15 advance, $17 door (if avail). FMI showroomproductions. ca or 250.748.7246

Live Music: ‘Mark

Live Music: multiple

Crissinger’ plays the Music Hall Food Co. in Ladysmith at 9 pm. $15. FMI musichall.ca or 250.245.3663

Live Music: ‘The

Cobble Hill Seedy Saturday: prepare for

Juno-Award nominee and Maple Blues Award winner ‘Harry Manx’ comes to the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre for a 7:30 pm show! FMI cowichanpac.ca or 250.748.7529

Live Theatre: Shawni-

Third Degree’ plays the River Rock Bar and Grill at 9 pm. No cover. FMI https:// www.facebook.com/ RiverRockBarGrill/ or 250.748.4311

gan Players present the darkly comedic ‘August: Osage County’ at the Duncan Showroom Mar 2 - 6 and Mar 9 12, 7:30 pm each eve-

ty Line’ brings a little country to Moby’s Pub, Salt Spring Island at 9 pm. FMI mobyspub.ca or 250.537.5559

Live Music: ‘The Coun-

SAT MAR 12

a new growing season! Community seed exchange, vendors, displays and information 10 am - 3 pm at the Cobble Hill Hall. FMI cobblehillseedysaturday@gmail.com

Canucks Hockey: Canucks vs Predators 7 pm on HNIC. FMI nhl. com

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Open Mic Night: at the RIver Rock Bar and Grill 8 pm - midnight. The floor is yours! FMI 250.748.4311

Live Music: 9:00pm, , ‘Aidan Miller’ brings dance/rock music to Moby’s Pub, Salt Spring Island , http://mobyspub.ca . 250.537.5559. .

SUN MAR 13 Live Ballet: Ballet Victoria presents ‘Romeo & Juliet’ at ArtSpring, Salt Spring Island 2:30 - 4 pm $23 adult, $5 youth. FMI artspring. ca or 250.537.2102

Live Music: ‘Western Jaguar’ brings their brand of Indie rock/ post-rock to the Duncan Showroom for an 8 pm show. Special guest TBA $12 advance, $15 door. FMI showroomproductions.ca or 250.748.7246

MON MAR 14 Spring Break Camps: the CVRD’s Parks & Recreation Dept is offering a range of dayand week-long camps for kids during spring break Mar 14 - 18 and Mar 21 - 24. Camp themes include: dance, soccer, explorers (arts,

crafts, swimming, skating, out trips), multisport, cheerleading, mountain-biking and more! See Winter/ Spring 2016 Recreation Guide for details, visit cvrd.bc.ca or call 250.748.7529

Art Exhibit: “See What We Saw...” Fine furniture and marquetry by Karen Trickett and Cam Russell of Coventry Woodworks, and guest visual artist Cheryl Painter at PORTALS in the Island Savings Centre Mar 8 - 24. Mon thru Fri 10 am - 5 pm, Sat 10 am - 1 pm. Free. FMI 250.746.1633 or cowichanvalleyartscouncil.ca

Free Skate: free skate from 3:30 - 4:50 pm at Cowichan Lake Sports Arena! FMI cvrd.bc.ca or 250.749.6742

Canucks Hockey: Canucks vs Jets 7 pm on SNP. FMI nhl.com

Live Music: ‘Bombargo’ brings their alternative rock vibe (with a hint of blues and soul) to the Duncan Showroom at 8 pm. $15/door, $12 advance. FMI showroomproductions.ca or 250.748.7246

TUE MAR 15 Spring Break Camps: pls see Mar 14 listing for details

Live Music: internationally-acclaimed pianist ‘Janina Fialkowska’ presents a feast of Chopin at ArtSpring, Salt Spring Island 7:30 - 9:30 pm $28 adult, $5 youth. FMI artspring.ca or 250.537.2102

Open Mic Nite: ‘Dress Rehearsal Tuesdays’ at the Duncan Showroom is all about using the stage to launch your ca-

reer in front of a friendly, appreciative audience and having fun! 3 songs each, $5/everyone. 7:30 pm start. No-alcohol venue. FMI showroomproductions. ca or 250.748.7246

WED MAR 16 Spring Break Camps: pls see Mar 14 listing for details

Canucks Hockey: Canucks vs Avalanche 7 pm on SNP. FMI nhl. com

Live Music: JunoAward winner and Ca-

‘The Wailers’ are making their first appearance in Nanaimo March 11 at Beban Park Auditorium. To mark the occasion, organizers are creating a festival-like atmosphere that includes opening acts, food and beverage vendors and merchandise tables. Together with Bob Marley, The Wailers have sold over 250 million albums and played to an estimated 24 million people around the world They are undoubtedly the world’s premier reggae and world music group who bring high energy shows to fans across the globe. Outside of their groundbreaking work with Marley, the Wailers have played or performed with international acts like Sting, the Fugees, Stevie Wonder, Carlos Santana, and Alpha Blondy, as well as reggae legends such as Peter Tosh, Bunny Wailer, and Burning Spear. Warming things up before The Wailers take the stage will be local skareggae rockers Dope Soda and 2015 Western Canada DMC champion DJ All Good.

The Wailers

Friday, March 11 at Beban Park Auditorium

Doors Open at 7pm

FMI/tix: porttheatre.com or call 250.754.8550

‘Koba’s Great Big Show Live’ is larger-than-life musical theatre that promises great family fun! In this live show, the imaginative Backyardigans travel from the frozen north to the sunny seas and home again just in time for a snack! Hilarious results arise when everybody’s favourite bunny siblings Max & Ruby encounter some strange party guests! Have fun playing riddles and rhymes with Franklin the Turtle and his Woodland pals, then join the chivalrous Mike the Knight and his friends as they adventure throughout the magical kingdom of Glendragon.

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THU MAR 17

nadian musical icon Jann Arden comes to the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre at 7:30 pm! All tix $76. FMI cowichanpac. ca or 250.748.7529

Spring Break Camps:

Live Music: ‘Gals Who Write Songs’ features Beverley Mckeen and some of the best singer/ songwriters on the Island for a night of great music at the Duncan Showroom! 7:30 pm $12/ advance, $15/door. FMI showroomproductions. ca or 250.748.7246

pls see Mar 14 listing for details

St. Patricks Day Twoonie Skate: throw on something green and come out to enjoy an all ages skate at the Cowichan Lake Sports Arena from 3:30 - 4:50 pm! Twoonie admission, skate rentals extra. FMI cvrd.bc.ca or 250.749.6742

Live Music: celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with ‘The Deaf Aids’ at

Cowichan Bay Pub 7 pm. FMI baypub.ca or 250.748.2330

advance. FMI showroomproductions.ca or 250.748.7246

Live Music: ‘The

Live Music: celebrate

Lonely: A Tribute to Roy Orbison’ comes to the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre for a 7:30 pm show! $45.50. FMI cowichanpac.ca or 250.748.7529

St. Patrick’s Day with ‘Fiddle Night’ 8 pm at the Music Hall Food Co. in Ladysmith starring Gabe, Mac and Robin! FMI musichall.ca or 250.245.3663

Live Music: celebrate

FRI MAR 18

St. Patrick’s Day at the Duncan Showroom with Victoria BC band ‘Cookeilidh’. Celtic, Scottish, Irish, Maritime and folk music. 8 pm start. $20/door, $15/

Spring Break Camps: pls see Mar 14 listing for details

Canucks Hockey: Canucks vs Oilers 6 pm on SNP. FMI nhl.com

Interview with lead singer, Mike Demers by Tina Coldwell

The Lonely is a group of experienced musicians and performers who share a deep appreciation of the music of Roy Orbison. The band approaches the music with a humble spirit and desire to recreate the sounds and feel of the original Orbison recordings.

Tina: What motivated you to do a Roy Orbison show?

tribute acts that people go see in the theatre?

Mike: I am not sure how we are Mike: While singing on Salt Spring different but we have wanted to Island as a solo performer over the present a show that reflects our past 5 years I have been encouraged admiration and love of the music of by the reaction I was getting to my Roy Orbison. Rather than trying to renditions of several Roy Orbison impersonate Roy Orbison we want songs. I had been developing a to present his music in a manner that friendship with our drummer, Benji reflects the spirit and energy of the Coey, and we had been discussing a times in which he was variety of business ideas “People have a popular. to pursue together. One summer afternoon in genuine and strong Tina: This show is selling love of Roy and 2014 I mentioned to out everywhere you go his music and our him the strong reaction … any idea why? promoters have from Salt Spring and he also exclaimed his love been able to convey Mike: I think the shows for Roy Orbison’s music. our genuine love of sell out because the promotors we have his music.” We quickly thought of been working with are musicians we would like some of the best in the country. to work with and decided to form People have a genuine and strong The Lonely. We had been noticing love of Roy and his music and our a strong reaction to tribute artists promoters have been able to convey locally, so I arranged to meet with our genuine love of his music. Many Phillip Sutton at the Mary Winspear of the communities we play in have Centre in Sidney and he agreed to wonderful networks and it is Roy allow us to book our first show (Jan Orbison fans who really generate an 31 2015). strong interest by talking to friends Tina: How is this different from other

and relatives.

Tina: That success must be exciting does it come with its own challenges? Mike: I think the main challenge for us to convey to our audiences that we are Roy Orbison fans’ just like they are’ and that our attempt is to keep his memory alive. Tina: What are your future plans with this show do you plan on expanding outside of Canada? Mike: We would love to play in the United States and over in Europe.

We are fortunate enough to have the Feldman Agency working with us and once we have toured Canada we will be looking at other countries. Tina: What is your personal taste in music? Mike: Amongst the members of The Lonely there is a hugely diverse range of musical interests from classical to contemporary. My interests range from The Beatles to Beck to David Bowie.

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Cowichan Valley Minor Hockey Association

SOCCER

Kerry Park Rec Centre Mill Bay, 250.743.5922

Duncan Curling Club Duncan 250.748.9313

Cowichan Rocks Cowichan Lake, 250.749.6742 FOOTBALL

The Raptors Centre

Cowichan Valley Soccer Association Duncan, cowichansoccer.com

Kerry Park Youth Soccer League Mill Bay, 250.743.5922

Kidsport Cowichan Duncan, kidsportcanada.ca FRISBEE

Duncan Meadows Golf & Country Club 250.746.8993

Cowichan Golf & Country Club Duncan 250.746.5333 GYMNASTICS

Duncan Dynamics Gym Club 250.746.0193

Shawnigan Lake Community Centre 250.743.1433 DANCE

Island Savings Centre 250.748.7529

Shawnigan Lake Community Centre 250.743.1433

Carlsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s School of Dance Duncan 250.746.6456 ICE SKATING

Duncan, 250.746.0372 BOATING

Sealegs Kayaking Adventures Ladysmith 250.245.4096

Excalibur Charters Duncan, 250.246.0142

Cowichan Valley Football Association Duncan, 250.588.9445

Cowichan Rugby Football Club Duncan, 250.746.7513

Cowichan Sportsplex Duncan, 250.746.5666

Cowichan Ultimate Duncan (casual pickup league) cowdisc. wikispaces.com

Kerry Park Public Skating Mill Bay 250.743.5922

Cowichan Lake Sports Arena 250.749.6742

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FRI MAR 18 CONT Live Music: ‘Blues Cubed’ play the River Rock Bar and Grill starting at 9 pm. No cover. FMI https:// www.facebook.com/ RiverRockBarGrill/ or 250.748.4311

Live Music: ‘Sharon Bailey & The Skinny Dippers’ bring dance/ rock music to Moby’s Pub, Salt Spring Island at 9 pm. FMI mobyspub.ca or 250.537.5559

Live Music: ‘The Song Sisters’ entertain at the Music Hall Food Co. in Ladysmith at 9 pm $15. FMI musichall.ca or 250.245.3663

SAT MAR 19 Canucks Hockey: Canucks vs Blues 7 pm on HNIC. FMI nhl.com

Live Music: ‘Kevin Brown’ and ‘Bob Blair’ come to the Duncan Showroom for 7:30 pm. Kevin is a brilliant British slide guitarist. Joining him on this rare tour will be Bob Blair also on slide $15 advance, $20 door. FMI showroomproductions. ca or 250.748.7246

Live Music: ‘Completely Creedence’ is a

Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR) tribute band. They will ‘Put a Spell On You’ as they revisit CCRs hits at ArtSpring, Salt Spring Island 7:30 - 9:30 pm. $28 adult, $15 youth. FMI artspring.ca or 250.537.2102

Live Music: ‘David Gogo’ plays the Music Hall Food Co. in Ladysmith at 9 pm. $20. FMI musichall.ca or 250.245.3663

SUN MAR 20 8th Annual Duncan Seedy Sunday: this family friendly event takes place 10 am - 2 pm at the Cowichan Tribes Gymnasium Si’em Lelum (5574 River Road). An event for local gardeners to source locally and ecologically grown seeds, garden starts, and perennials. Activities for children and a series of gardening workshops $2, children under 13 free. FMI 250.748.8506

MON MAR 21 Spring Break Camps: the CVRD’s Parks & Recreation Dept is offering a range of dayand week-long camps for kids during spring

break Mar 14 - 18 and Mar 21 - 24. Camp themes include: dance, soccer, explorers (arts, crafts, swimming, skating, out trips), multisport, cheerleading, mountain-biking and more! See Winter/ Spring 2016 Recreation Guide for details, visit cvrd.bc.ca or call 250.748.7529

FMI cowichanpac.ca or 250.748.7529

Art Exhibit: “See

Camera Club presents a photo essay by Dr. Rick Harbo, noted marine biologist, diver, teacher, multiple bestselling author and one of the Pacific Northwest’s leading marine photographers. 7 pm Hardwick Hall/First United Church. Everyone welcome. Non-members $5 drop-in fee. Free to members. FMI ladysmithcameraclub.com or 250.606.7011

What We Saw...” Fine furniture and marquetry by Karen Trickett and Cam Russell of Coventry Woodworks, and guest visual artist Cheryl Painter at PORTALS in the Island Savings Centre Mar 8 - 24. Mon thru Fri 10 am - 5 pm, Sat 10 am - 1 pm. Free. FMI 250.746.1633 or cowichanvalleyartscouncil.ca

Free Skate: free skate from 3:30 - 4:50 pm at Cowichan Lake Sports Arena. FMI cvrd.bc.ca or 250.749.6742

Reel Alternatives: Reel Alternatives presents ‘Coming Home’ at the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre at 7 pm. All proceeds to Cowichan Valley Hospice Society $12 adult, $5 student.

TUE MAR 22 Spring Break Camps: pls see Mar 21 listing for details

Canucks Hockey: Canucks vs Jets 5 pm on SNP. FMI nhl.com

International Marine Life of Ladysmith Harbour: Ladysmith

Open Mic Nite: ‘Dress Rehearsal Tuesdays’ at the Duncan Showroom is all about using the stage to launch your career in front of a friendly, appreciative audience and having fun! 3 songs each, $5/everyone. 7:30 pm start. No-alcohol venue. FMI showroomproductions. ca or 250.748.7246

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Whats n Wheels

Article by Kerith Waddington

Spring Driving Hold your horses! (or at least, your horsepower). Spring may have sprung and the open road may beckon, but it’s important to adjust your driving habits to the changing conditions that can accompany better weather. Here are a few reminders to help keep you - and everyone around you! - safe this spring. • Don’t be too quick to take off your winter tires. They should be left on until the ambient temperatures stay above 7 degrees Celsius • Meltwater on the road can freeze when the sun stops shining and the temperatures drop. If you notice wet-looking roads and the temperatures have dropped below freezing, expect ice and slow down • Warmer weather brings out motorcyclists and cyclists. Looking out for and respecting smaller two-wheeled travellers is an important part of safe motoring • Likewise, cyclists and bikers need to ride wisely and make sure they are visible to motorists and truckers. Cyclists should wear brightly coloured clothing or safety vests, use lights, keep right and ride in single file • Warmer weather brings more children outside. Slow down and be particularly careful in residential and school zones. School kids are easily distracted by play and don’t always notice traffic. Be alert too for teenagers who may be focused on texting, socializing or cellphones

• With spring come potholes! Staying well back of the vehicle in front gives you more time to see wheel-bending potholes and reduces your chances of being hit by kicked-up rocks • Melt water can make gravel shoulders much softer than usual. Use extra care if you’re pulling off the road and don’t rush your return to the pavement • Many animals that hibernate through winter are now on the move foraging for food. Being prepared for this can help prevent both animal deaths and damage to your vehicle. Remember to slow down in rural areas or where animal traffic is expected. Motorists have died or have been seriously injured swerving to avoid animals If you’re on the roads this spring by all means roll down your window and let the spring breezes blow! But if you’re the one behind the wheel it’s important to stay focused on the task of driving and let your passengers enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of spring in safety.

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Acclaimed for their constant striving to push the limits of their instruments, as well as their technical brilliance, Vancouver performers Blary and Pearson will enchant us with a sonorous blend of flute and guitar as they showcase exotic music from Europe, the Americas and Asia in this truly international programme, which includes Ravi Shankar’s “Enchanted Dawn.”

Tickets: At the door $20. Under 18: $5 (In Advance: $17)

Available at: Owl’s Nest Bistro, Chemainus; Valley Vines to Wines, Mill Bay; Ten Old Books, Duncan; Salamander Books, Ladysmith; and Chemainus Festival Inn

Or by phoning 250-748-8383

For more information: www.chemainusclassicalconcerts.ca/

WED MAR 23 Spring Break Camps: pls see Mar 21 listing for details

Musical Theatre for Kids: Koba Entertainment is proud to present ‘Koba’s Great Big Show Live!’ at the Cowichan Performing

Arts Centre at 6:30 pm. Featuring Mike the Knight, Max & Ruby, the Backyardigans and Franklin, this larger-than-life musical theatre promises great family fun! $29.50. FMI cowichanpac.ca or 250.748.7529

Psychic Medium Event: Psychic Medium Linda Pynaker will provide you with messages of hope and healing from your loved ones in spirit to reassure you that they remain present in your life. 7 pm at the Duncan Showroom. $20/

advance, $30/door. FMI showroomproductions. ca or 250.748.7246

THU MAR 24 Spring Break Camps: pls see Mar 21 listing for details

Canucks Hockey: Canucks vs Predators 5 pm on SN360. FMI nhl.com

Needing a good shot of laughter to see you through to spring? Then come on out to a great comedy night at the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre! ‘I Am Woman, Hear Me Laff’ features headliner Jen Grant and four fabulous comediennes - KatieEllen Humphries, Michelle Shaughnessy, Jane Stanton and Sarah Hagen - in their only show on Vancouver Island. These popular Canadian standup comics will have you crying with laughter as they share their sizzling, fast-paced humour and rapier wit. Jen Grant has performed at every major comedy festival in the country including the Just for Laughs Festival. She can also be heard on CBC‘s “The Debaters” and has her own TV special on The Comedy Network. A story telling, observational style of comedian, Jen is both unique and relatable. Her topics range from her cool mom to dating a younger man to her love of naps. Considered one of the top comedic talents in Canada, Jen Grant is not to be missed! This stand-up extravaganza takes place Mar 10 at 7:30 pm and is an annual fundraiser for the Cowichan Women Against Violence Society (CWAV).

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THU MAR 24 CONT... Live Music: Blues Night with ‘Blue Moon Marquee’ at the Music Hall Food Co. in Ladysmith at 8 pm. Admission by donation to the band. FMI musichall.ca or 250.245.3663

FRI MAR 25 Canucks Hockey: Canucks vs Blues 5 pm on SNP. FMI nhl.com

Live Music: ‘Mark Crissinger’ plays the Cowichan Bay Pub 7 pm. FMI baypub.ca or 250.748.2330

Live Music: Country Night with the ‘Cactus Cadillacs’ at the River Rock Bar and Grill. 9 pm start, no cover. FMI https://www.facebook. com/RiverRockBarGrill/ or 250.748.4311

Live Music: ‘Barefoot Thieves’ bring some rock/dance to Moby’s Pub, Salt Spring Island at 9 pm. FMI mobyspub.ca or 250.537.5559

SAT MAR 26 Easter Eggspress: three days of Easter Fun at the BC Forest Discovery Centre in Duncan! Ride the steam train, tour the grounds, do an Easter craft, visit with the Easter Bunny and more! Mar 26, 27 and 28 from 10 am - 4 pm each day. See website for details bcforestdiscoverycentre. com or 250.715.1113

Sing for Pure Joy! in Ladysmith: 6:30 pm at The Lodge on 4th. All songs taught in the traditional method of call

and response. All voices welcome! $10 drop-in. Pro-rated fee for the Winter/Spring Term. Sliding scale by request. FMI 250.285.3764 or 250. 202.1003

Live Music: the ‘Victoria Symphony - Grand Tour Send-Off’ takes place at the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre at 7:30 pm. Guest musician is Stewart Goodyear (piano) child $5, adult $25 - $40. FMI cowichanpac. ca or 250.748.7529

Live Music: ‘Destiny’s Wild’ brings some soul/ r&b/pop to Moby’s Pub, Salt Spring Island at 9 pm. FMI mobyspub.ca or 250.537.5559

SUN MAR 27 Easter Eggspress: three days of Easter Fun at the BC Forest Discovery Centre in Duncan! Ride the steam train, tour the grounds, do an Easter craft, visit with the Easter Bunny and more! Mar 26, 27 and 28 from 10 am - 4 pm each day. See website for details bcforestdiscoverycentre.com or 250.715.1113

Easter Egg Hunt: Easter Egg Hunt at Shawnigan Lake Community Centre 12:30 - 2:30 pm. FMI cvrd.bc.ca or 250.743.1433

Canucks Hockey: Canucks vs Blackhawks 5 pm on SN. FMI nhl.com

Live Music: ‘Sky Valley Jazz’ hits the stage at Moby’s Pub, Salt Spring Island, at 9 pm. FMI mobyspub.ca or 250.537.5559

MON MAR 28 Easter Eggspress: three days of Easter Fun at the BC Forest Discovery Centre in Duncan! Ride the steam train, tour the grounds, do an Easter craft, visit with the Easter Bunny and more! Mar 26, 27 and 28 from 10 am - 4 pm each day. See website for details bcforestdiscoverycentre.com or 250.715.1113

Easter Egg Hunt & Free Skate: family fun at Cowichan Lake Sports Arena! Easter Egg Hunt at 2:30 pm, Free Skate 3:30 pm (skate rentals extra). FMI cvrd.bc.ca or 250.749.6742

TUE MAR 29 Spoken Word Event: ‘For the Love of Words’ with host Bill Levity at the Duncan Showroom at 7:30 pm. Share your own writing or that of others! 10 minutes per

reader max $5 readers, $7 others. FMI showroomproductions.ca or 250.748.7246

WED MAR 30 Open Mic Nite: every Wed at the Music Hall Food Co. in Ladysmith. 8 pm start. FMI 250.245.3663

THU MAR 31 Live Theatre: the South Island Musical Theatre Society is proud to present ‘Anne of Green Gables’ at the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre. ‘Anne’ is the beloved story of a plucky orphan girl and her adventures in the farm country of PEI. Showing Mar 31 (preview night) - Apr 3, 7:30 pm each evening. $35 adult, $30 senior, $20 student. FMI cowichanpac.ca or 250.748.7529

Butchart Gardens is roughly an hour’s travel south of Duncan but well worth the drive. Recognized as one of the world’s premier floral show gardens, Butchart Gardens is a great place to welcome in the sights and sounds of spring. Visitors during the month of March will witness thousands of flowering bulbs, shrubs and trees bursting into life. The Gardens are open 9 am - 4 pm daily and there is fine dining, a casual cafeteria and a coffee shop on site. For more information butchartgardens. com

PERFORMANCE SPONSOR: HUNTSMAN LAW

Festival Nanaimo turns 2 and in

one year it has grown to over 60 funfilled activities happening in Nanaimo from March 1 - April 3, 2016. It is not your typical festival model because it happens over 33 days with a host of activities showcasing Nanaimo, including: Festival Nanaimo Signature events, concerts, visual art, exhibits, dance, runs, walks, pub crawls, St. Paddy’s Day celebrations, cycling tours, a boat show, Dine-Abouts, Whisky tasting, Spring Break activities, Easter weekend events, a Nanaimo Bar Sunday on March 20th and PirateFest and the 1st Nanaimo Food Truck Festival on April 2. Check out all the Festival Nanaimo events at www.festivalnanaimo.com

One of Signature Events for Festival Nanaimo this year is the world famous Glenn Miller Orchestra big band coming to Nanaimo for two shows,

Monday, March 21 & Tuesday, March 22, 2016 at 7:30pm

The most popular and sought after band in the world today —the Glenn Miller Orchestra is considered to be one the greatest bands of all time. The present Glenn Millar Orchestra was formed in 1956 and has been touring consistently performing over 300 concerts annually around the world performing all your favourite Glenn Miller songs: “In the Mood,” “Moonlight Serenade,” “Stairway to the Stars,” “Tuxedo Junction,”“Pennsylvania 6-5000,”“Blueberry Hill” and “Chattanooga Choo Choo” to name only a few!

Tickets: $38 - $67.50 / Students $18

Subscription packages available - please call the Ticket Centre: 250-754-8550

EVERY WEEK DAILY

Cowichan Valley Museum: housed in the Duncan Train Station (built in 1912), the Museum is home to an impressive collection of artifacts from pioneer families and businesses in the area. Winter hours Wed - Fri 11 am - 4 pm, Sat 1 - 4 pm. Admission by donation. FMI 250.746.6612 Live Theatre: ‘Million Dollar Quartet’ is a rock ‘n roll musical based on a true story: the first (and only) jam session of Elvis, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Johnny Cash. This session produced such hits as ‘Walk the Line’, ‘Blue Suede Shoes’ and ‘Great Balls of Fire’. Chemainus Theatre Festival Wed - Sun through Mar 16. Afternoon and evening performances available. Ages 12+. FMI chemainustheatrefestival.ca Art Exhibit: “See What We Saw…” Fine Furniture & Marquetry by Karen Trickett and Cam Russell with guest artist Cheryl Painter.

PORTALS in the Island Savings Centre, Mar 8 - 24. Mon - Fri 10 am - 5 pm, Sat 10 am - 1 pm. FMI cowichanvalleyartscouncil.ca

High lunch break, Mon - Wed 3:15 - 5:30 pm, Thu 3:15 - 8:30 pm, Fri 3:15 - 9 pm. FMI cvrd. bc.ca or 250.748.7529

Art Exhibit: James Thompson l Island Synergy shows in the Art Gallery of the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre Mar 1 - 31. Photographic prints on archival paper and canvas. Gallery open one hour prior to showtimes. FMI cowichanpac.ca

Family Storytime: at Cowichan Library 10:30 - 11 am. Ages 0 - 5 and their families. Free. FMI 250.746.7661

The Raptors: opens again Mar 11 for the 2016 season! See eagles, hawks, owls, falcons and vultures through flight demonstrations, personal interaction activities, educational courses, and more. FMI pnwraptors.com EVERY MON

Youth Drop In Centre: kids grade 6 and up can hang out, make friends, play pool and video games and watch movies at the Island Savings Centre Youth Drop-In Centre. MonFri during Cowichan

EVERY TUES

Youth Drop In Centre: see Mon listing for details Dad’s Make a Difference: a weekly support program every Tue year round (except August) from 6-8 pm at the West Coast Men’s Support Society. FMI 250.597.2801 or info@ westcoastmen.org Tech Tutoring: every Tue 12 - 2 pm with Conrad at Salt Spring Island Public Library. Free FMI 250.537.4666 EVERY WED

Cowichan Valley Men’s Circle: every Wed 7 9:30 pm at Cowichan Station Pub. FMI grant@westcoastmen. org or 250.597.2801 Youth Drop In Centre: see Mon listing for details

Open Mic Night: at the Fox and Hounds Pub, Ladysmith from 8 - 10 pm. FMI 250.924.1747 Song Jam: every Wed night at Moby’s Pub on Salt Spring Island, 8 - 11 pm. FMI mobyspub.ca or 250.537.5559 EVERY THU

Live Jazz: every Thu at the Cowichan Bay Pub starting at 7 pm. FMI baypub.ca 250.748.2330 Open Mic Nite: with Ross and Dave at Moby’s Pub, Salt Spring Island every Thursday from 9 pm - midnight. FMI mobyspub.ca or 250.537.5559 Youth Drop In Centre: see Mon listing for details Live Music: with Daragh Fitzgerald at the Fox and Hounds Pub, Ladysmith, on Thu nights from 7;30 - 9:30 pm. FMI 250.924.1747 Cobblestone Pub: Thursdays are ‘Wing Nights’ & $3.50 drinks. FMI 250.743.4232 EVERY FRI

Youth Drop In Centre: see Mon listing for details

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WE WANT YOUR EVENTS submit your events online at www.whatsondigest.com

Music Trivia: at ‘The Shoe Pub’ (Horseshoe Bay Inn, Chemainus) every Fri starting at 9 pm. FMI 250.416.0411. Live Music: every Fri night at the Saltair Neighbourhood Pub in Chemainus starting at 6:30 pm. No cover. FMI 250.246.4942 Storytime: suited to kids 3 - 6, every Fri at the Salt Spring Island Public Library, 10:30 - 11:15 am. Free. FMI 250.537.4666 Karaoke Night: every Fri at The Sportsmans Pub in Ladysmith from 9 pm - 1 am. Great pub food, great atmosphere! FMI 250.245.8033 Live Music: showcasing local talent each Fri starting at 9 pm at the River Rock Bar and Grill, Duncan. No cover. FMI 250.748.4311 Family Night Bowling: at historic Youbou Lanes 6:30 - 9:30 pm. First Fri of each month loonie night ($1/game). FMI 250.745.3431 EVERY SAT

Music in the Hall: ‘Open Mic Night’ takes place

7 - 9 pm the 3rd Sat of every month Oct - Apr at St Michael’s Hall in Chemainus. A very popular local event! Admission by donation. FMI cvcas.com Jazz Jam: 3 - 6 pm at the Crofton Hotel every other Saturday starting Feb 6. Hosted by Pat Selman and/or David Gray. By donation. FMI 250.324.2245 Tech Tutoring: every Sat with John at the Salt Spring Island Public Library 10 am - 5 pm. Free FMI 250.537.4666 Toddlertime: every Sat 10:30 - 11 am at the Salt Spring Island Public Library. Free. FMI 250.537.4666 Duncan Farmers Market: every Sat morning year round in Market Square! Winter hours 10 am - 2 pm. FMI duncanfarmersmarket.ca Live Music: a variety of guest artists entertain at the Fox and Hounds Pub in Ladysmith, 8:30 - 11 pm. FMI 250.924.1747 Karaoke Night: every Sat at ‘The Shoe Pub’ (Horseshoe Bay Inn)

in Chemainus. FMI 250.416.0411

Lanes. Every third Sat

Karaoke Night: every Sat from 9 pm - midnight at the Green Lantern Sports Pub and Grill in Chemainus. FMI 250.246.3131

Nite ($2/game). FMI

Adult Night Bowling: 7:30 - 10:30 pm every Sat at Historic Youbou

Series 2 - 5 pm. $10/

of the month is Twoonie 250.745.3431 EVERY SUN

Live Music: Crofton Hotel Sunday Live Jazz door.

Reservations

250.324.2245

LOCAL DINING Fine Dining

In The Bean Time 18 High St., Ladysmith 250.245.2305

Family Dining

Odika Café 2976 Mill St., Chemainus 250.324.3303 Bistro 161 161 Kenneth St., Duncan 250.746.6466 Hudson’s on First 163 First St., Duncan 250.597.0066 www.hudsonsonfirst.ca Genoa Bay Café 5000 Genoa Bay Rd., Duncan250.746.7621 Bridgemans Bistro 740 Handy Road, Mill Bay 778.356.3568 The Masthead Restaurant 1705 Cowichan Bay Rd., Cowichan 250.748.3714 Page Point Bistro 4760 Brenton Page Rd., Chemainus 250.924.1110 Playbill Dining Room Chemainus Theatre Festival 9737 Chemainus Rd., Chemainus 250.246.9820 Quamichan Inn 1478 Maple Bay Rd, Duncan, BC 250.746.7028

Café/Lunch Spot

Pizza

Authentic Pizza 41 Trunk Rd., Duncan 250.701.0717 Moo’s Pizza #5 - 3345 Trans-Canada Hwy, Cobble Hill250.929.2811 Roberts Street Pizza 20 Roberts St., Ladysmith250.245.1119 Ali Baba Pizza 109 - 112 Trans Canada Hwy, Duncan 250.748.9990

International

Coffee on the Moon 501 Canada Ave., Duncan 250.715.1540

Danji Japanese Restaurant 281 Canada Ave., Duncan 778.422.2553

The Royal Dar 148 Third St., Duncan 250.597.1483 Wigwam Restaurant 438 - 1st St., Ladysmith 250.245.3433

Corner House Café 181 Jubilee St., Duncan 250.748.9211

Pho Triple 7 Vietnamese Restaurant 9779 Willow St., Chemainus 250.324.0777

Duncan Garage Café & Bakery 102 - 330 Duncan St., Duncan 250.748.6223

Kim Wah Restaurant 5871 York Rd., Duncan 250.748.2914

Willow Street Café 9749 Willow St., Chemainus 250.246.2434

Catrina’s Grill 2720 Mill Bay Rd, Mill Bay Shopping Centre 250.743.7277 The Dog House Family Restaurant 271 Trans-Canada Hwy., Duncan 250.746.4614 Cow Café West Coast Grill 1765 Cowichan Bay Rd., Cowichan Bay 250.597.4353 Bonnie Martin Retaurant 2877 Mill St., Chemainus 250.246.1068 Pioneer House Restaurant 4675 Trans Canada Hwy., Duncan 250.746.5848

Pubs

NhaTrang Maki Sushi 62 Kenneth St., Duncan 250.746.8999 Arbutus Café 195 Kenneth St., Duncan 250.746.5443

Ricky’s 370 Trans-Canada Hwy, Ladysmith 250.245.7933

Craig St. Brew Pub 25 Craig St., Duncan 250.737.2337 Cobblestone Pub 3566 Holland Ave., Cobble Hill 250.743.4232 Oak & Carriage Pub 3287 Cowichan Lake Rd., Duncan 250.746.4144 River Rock Bar & Grill 140 Trans-Canada Hwy, Duncan 250.748.4311 The CV Pub 6474 Trans-Canada Hwy, Duncan 250.748.2722 Fox & Hounds Pub - Restaurant 11 High St., Ladysmith 250.924.1747

2016 marks the 30th year of service for the Cowichan Therapeutic Riding Association, a local charity providing therapeutic riding and equine-based therapeutic services for persons with disabilities. Programs include therapeutic riding, therapeutic horsemanship, para-equestrian sport, of highly individualized services for persons with a stable management vocational development, and spring wide range of special needs. Participants are referred & summer horse camps - with a vaulting program to the program by medical professionals such as family commencing this year. This work is made possible physicians, occupational therapists, and physical therapists. through the efforts of hundreds of volunteers from the While CTRA’s participants represent a wide age range, the community, contributing thousands of hours each year. vast majority of clients are children. Clients work towards 2016 will be CTRA’s busiest year to date – with the physical outcomes (strength, flexibility, coordination, organization preparing to welcome a record-breaking balance, reduced spasticity, etc.) as well as behavioral/ number of participants. emotional goals (self-control, independence, confidence, The association started out modestly in 1986 as a local empowerment, etc.). Children and youth benefit from chapter of the Pacific Riding improved attention skills related for the Disabled. Volunteers to classroom learning and CTRA invites the community to join provided therapeutic riding academic performance. Social them in celebrating 30 years at the services using horses borrowed connections between peers, upcoming Annual General Meeting from the community and volunteers, visitors, role-models, Thursday March 3, 2016 at the CTRA trailered in to a rented arena and the general community are facility. This event will feature a special one night per week. At the fostered through a shared love presentation on planned giving. time, therapeutic riding was of horses. relatively new to Canada, with From humble origins, CTRA has CTRA playing a pioneering role in the emerging emerged as a lighthouse institution for therapeutic riding in field. As the benefits of therapeutic riding Canada. The association continues to play an instrumental were recognized, the program role in shaping the development of the industry through its grew rapidly – becoming an role as an “Examination and Training Centre.” CTRA remains independent entity and moving the only member centre in British Columbia accredited at to the current location on this tier by the Canadian Providence Farm in Therapeutic Riding Association (the national governing the late 1980s. body for therapeutic riding), and the only therapeutic Since then, riding facility on Vancouver Island equipped with a lift to the program accommodate participants with severe mobility restrictions. has grown and diversified CTRA invites the community to join them in celebrating 30 dramatically years at the upcoming Annual General Meeting Thursday to offer a March 3, 2016 at the CTRA facility. This event will feature variety a special presentation on planned giving. Entitled “My Next 30 Years,” the panel will consist of presentations by attorney Elizabeth Robinow, Notary Kate Roome, and Financial Planner Jim Tyson on the benefits of giving on any budget. There is no charge to attend the information session or to stay for the AGM and social hour (refreshments provided). Kicking off at 6:30 this event promises to be an educational and entertaining night for the dedicated CTRA supporter and curious newcomer alike. No RSVP is required, and guests are more than welcome. Photo credits: Colleen Hunt

whatsondigest.com // MARCH 2016

SENIOR ACTIVITIES SPECIAL EVENTS The long, dreary days of winter take a toll on everyone, but perhaps none more so than seniors. Mobility can be a yearround issue for those 55 or better, but add in winter’s icy, dark conditions and getting out and about can become treacherous. Thankfully, the days are lengthening and the sun regaining some warmth. For those willing to poke their noses out the door, there are two events in March sure to inspire: Hill Seedy Saturday takes place Mar 12 from 10 am - 3 pm at Cobble Hill Hall (free), and the 8th Annual Duncan Seedy Sunday takes place Mar 20 from 10 am - 2 pm at Cowichan Tribes Gymnasium Si’em Lelum ($2 general admission, children under 13 free).

For those willing to poke their noses out the door, there are some events in March sure to inspire...

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* If spring makes you want to kick up your

heels, head to the Traditional Square Dance being hosted by the ‘Shady Grove Dance Band’ with caller Peter Sussman at ‘The Hub’ in Cowichan Station on Mar 4 at 7:30 pm. $5 at the door. No experience necessary, and all dances will be taught!

head to the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre Mar 21 at 7 pm and take in ‘Coming Home’ presented by Reel Alternatives. This foreign film is described as “a bittersweet experience that looks at sacrifice, redemption and the timelessness of love”. All proceeds go to the Cowichan Valley Hospice Society.

* Finally, The Victoria Symphony is having

a ‘Grand Tour Send-Off Concert’ Mar 26 to support the Cowichan Valley at 7:30 pm which is sure to please. Special Hospice Society and see a thoughtguest is Stewart Goodyear on the piano. MAR 201 201 MAR 201 provoking film at the same time? Then MAR Happy Spring to all!

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