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THINGS TO DO FOR

HALLOWEEN PG 16

THE WOMAN IN BLACK pg 14

40 YEARS OF LIVE THEATRE pg 8

PUMPKINS ON THE DRIVE pg 22

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CAN'T MISS

EVENTS This month, we personally selected what we feel are six "Can't Miss" events happening in the Oceanside area.

We hope you enjoy them as much as we know we will.

WED OCT 1

OCT 17 - 19

CORN MAZE

HARVEST OF MUSIC Find your way through the corn stalks 7 days each week at Silver Meadows Farm. Admission is $2 each, free for kids 2 yrs of age & under. 250-248-4450

Musicians from around the world will perform at the 10th annual Harvest of Music.

For more information, call 250-752-6133

FRI OCT 3

OCT 28 - 31

COMEDY NIGHT

PUMPKINS ON THE DRIVE

Featuring comedian Larke Miller.

Doors open at 7pm, Show Starts at 8pm, Tickets $25 at door. Quality Resort Bayside.

250-954-3758

Parksville's Resort Drive Community will have 400+ carved pumpkins on display, illuminated daily. For more info, contact any of Resort Drive businesses.

OCT 16 - NOV 2

FRI OCT 31

THE WOMAN IN BLACK

DOWNTOWN TRICK OR TREAT

ECHO Player's production of The Woman in Black; a brilliant exercise in atmosphere and controlled horror. (Oct 16-Nov 2).

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Come Trick-or-Treat in Downtown Qualicum Beach! Just follow the trail of orange & black balloons to enjoy free treats. 250-240-8812

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We encourage submissions and listings from the community. Event listings are free.

Submission deadline for the November 2014 issue is October 15.

Submit events online at whatsondigest.com or send to eventspqb@dostuff.ca

FEATURES 8 14 19 21 22

40 Years of Live Theatre The Woman in Black Harvest of Music Downtown Trick or Treat Pumpkins on the Drive

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October 2014 Events Halloween Events What's On Screen Live Entertainment Every Week Events Restaurant Directory

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Trivia Questions What's The Dif Dinner & Movie Contest

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tom (250-240-5512) tom@dostuff.ca

anthony (250-240-8812) anthony@dostuff.ca

dostuffMEDIA PO Box 411, Parksville, BC, V9P 2G5 Phone 250-240-8812 Fax 250-248-9868

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Garry Davey and Mort Paul as Kipps, in the ECHO Players production of The Woman in Black.

What’s On Digest provides event information as a complimentary service. Events listed or mentioned have been compiled from sources considered to be reliable.

Although reasonable efforts have been made to ensure event information is accurate, What’s On Digest recommends that you contact the business or organization before attending their event to confirm date and other details. The publisher does not assume responsibility for omissions or errors in event listings and articles and may not be held responsible for the accuracy of event information.

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wed OCT 1

OCTOBER 2014

EVENT LISTINGS wed OCT 1 Breast Cancer Awareness Month October is a month to help build breast cancer awareness and to pay tribute to all those who have been affected by this disease.

Cuts for Kids 9:00am. From Oct 1 to Nov 15, 100% of proceeds from each Children’s Cut & Style will be donated by the stylists and staff of the Grotto Spa and Tigh-NaMara Resort to the District 69 SOS 'Caring for Kids at Christmas'. Grotto Spa, 1155 Resort Dr, Parksville.

250-248-1838 Corn Maze 9:00am. Open 7 days each week (9am-6pm).

Admission is $2 each, but free for kids 2 yrs of age and younger. Silver Meadows Farm, 1019 Errington Rd, Parksville. 250-248-4450

wed OCT 1 Time in Comfort for Tots & Caregivers 9:15am. Every Tue & Wed. All caregivers & their children can enjoy fun activities. Drop-in.

SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre, 245 Hirst Ave. W, Parksville. 250-248-2093 ext. 237 Gnome Village by the Sea 10:00am. The VIU Visual Arts program brings the enchanted Steampunk Gnome Village by the Sea to Milner Gardens & Woodland. On display through to Thanksgiving. Milner Gardens, 2179 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6153 Seniors Are Talking 1:00pm. Every Wed. Friendly, comfortable place for social interaction.

Guest speakers & monthly excursions. Transportation & refreshments provided.

Drop-in. SOS Child, Youth

& Family Centre, 245 Hirst Ave. W, Parksville. 250-2482093 ext. 242.

Family Night at SOS 4:30pm. Every Wed. Connect with others and learn about family services, support & activities. Drop in.

SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre, 245 Hirst Ave. W, Parksville. 250-248-2093 Free SepticSmart Workshop 6:00pm. Got a septic system? Then this FREE workshop is for you! Learn about proper care and maintenance and have your questions answered by industry experts. Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-250-2483252 The Family: From Dysfunction to Detachment seminar 6:30pm. Join clinical counsellor Diane Hancox in this insightful talk about how unhealthy childhoods have impacted us as adults. $15.

McMillan Arts Centre, 133 McMillan St, Parksville, 250586-7380

wed OCT 1 TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Meeting 6:30pm. Every Wed. Located at Fraternal Order of Eagles Hall (behind Pharmasave) on Pioneer Cres, Parksville.

250-248-5295 Oceanside Photographers Club 7:00pm. First Wed of each month. Learn, share and enjoy photography in a convivial atmosphere. Visitors welcome to attend two meetings before joining.

East Room, Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250-248-6842 Timberline Dance 7:00pm. Every Wed. Free, live classic Country, Pop & Rock music that lets you hear yourself think and hold onto your dance partner! Members, guests and prospective members welcome. Parksville Legion, 146 W. Hirst St, Parksville.

250-752-8542 Oneness Blessing Circle 7:00pm. Every Wed. This non-religious blessing or deeksha is passed by a light touch of hands onto the top of the head. Sug-

QUALICUM BEACH

DOWNTOWN

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31 3:00pm – 5:30pm

FREE TO THE PUBLIC AGES 12 & UNDER Children must be accompanied by an adult

Kids in costumes get free treats!

For more information, call 250-240-8812 or visit www.qualicumbeachdowntown.ca

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wed OCT 1 gested donation $2 pp. Call for address. Parksville. 250951-0032 THu OCT 2 Yoga at Eaglecrest 9:15am. Every Tue & Thu. (9:15 & 10:45am). Eaglecrest Golf Club, 2035 Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250951-2538 Arrowsmith Needle Arts Guild 9:30am. 1st and 3rd Thu of each month. Come and embroider, learn new techniques and for friendship with other stitchers. Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-9230 Parkinson's Disease Exercise Class 1:30pm. Every Thu. Fluid Fitness Studio, #5-1176 Franklin's Gull, Parksville.

250-927-4595 Coffee with Council 2:00pm. Every Thu (Oct 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30). Parksville City Hall, 100 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-248-6144 Oceanside Breast Cancer Support Group 7:00pm. 1st Thu of each month. The Gardens, 650 Berwick North, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-8066

THu OCT 2 Newcomers Club 7:00pm. Meetings on 1st Thu of month. Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-248-6234 Old-Time Dance 7:30pm. Every Thu. Enjoy a variety of dance styles, including waltzes, reels, jigs, two-steps, polkas, schottisches and more.

Played by the Coombs Old Time Fiddlers from a large repertoire of classic and country tunes. Admission $2.50 and snack included.

Rotary House (corner of Beach and Fern), Qualicum Beach. 250-586-3743 FRI OCT 3 Annual Cultural Forum 9:00am. "Creating Effective Boards" by guest presenter Sandra Thomson. Arts and culture organizations, and community groups are encouraged to attend. Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6921 TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Meeting 9:00am. Every Fri. Nanoose Bay Library Hall, 2489 Na-

TRIVIA QUESTIONS a fable who sold a cow for 5 1 Inbeans? was the first man to run a 2 Who sub four minute mile?

3 What are the Munroes? car company makes the 4 Which Celica?

5 Who painted the Haywain? answers found in this issue

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noose Rd. 250-821-5495 BC-SPCA Book Sale 9:00am. Huge variety of gently used books. Fiction, non-fiction, cookbooks, travel, history, mystery and more. Come eaerly for the best selections! Oct 3 (9am-5:30pm) and Oct 4 (9am-3pm). Morningstar Golf Club, 525 Lowreys Rd, Parksville. 250-248-3811 Preschoolers on Move 9:15am. Every Fri. Music, movement & imagination in a parent participation program. Drop-in. SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre, 245 Hirst Ave. W, Parksville. 250248-2093 ext. 237 Zumba Gold 9:00am. Every Fri. Community Hall, 644 Memorial

Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250738-0077 Oceanside Stroke Recovery Branch 10:00am. Every Fri. Stroke survivors and caregivers welcome. Bring lunch. St. Columba Presbyterian Hall, 921 Wembley Rd, Parksville.

250-586-6766 Pilates Group Mat 6:30pm. Matwork classes incorporate the use of props and small equipment to make the workout more exciting. Fluid Fitness Studio, #5-1176 Franklin's Gull, Parksville. 250-228-8412 Comedy Night 7:00pm. Featuring Larke Miller. Doors open at 7pm, Show starts at 8pm.Tickets $20 advance at Quality Re-

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sort Bayside, Soak Essentials and ReVived Vintage or $25 at door. Quality Resort Bayside, 240 Dogwood St, Parksville. 250-937-0999 Opening Reception 7:00pm. Meet the artists (Corry Lunn, The Arrowsmith Artists Group and Helen Binns) while enjoying the new exhibitions in all three galleries. Everyone is welcome, and admission is free. Live background music is provided and refreshments will be available. McMillan Arts Centre (The MAC), 133 McMillan St, Parksville. 250-248-8185 Soul Dance 7:30pm. Every Fri. FREE to try! Drop in's welcome. A free-style dance class for

fun, fitness, creative expression and soul connection!

Reserve yor space today!

Hot n Cool Yoga Studio, 675 Fir St, Qualicum Beach. 250634-8258 saT OCT 4 Qualicum Beach Farmers Market 8:30am. Every Sat. Fresh local produce and entertainment. Memorial at the Train Tracks, Qualicum Beach.

250-248-8005 Babysitters Certification (11-14yrs) 9:00am. Introduces basic first-aid and how to respond to emergency situation, explains basic baby & child care, and offers advice on becoming a responsible

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saT OCT 4 Murder at Club Q Bay 6:00pm. Come enjoy an evening of dining, dancing & entertainment featuring the 18-piece Georgia Strait Big Band Suggested dress for the event is 1940's. The play is acted out on stage, on the dance floor and at the tables. Dinner included with Oct 4 evening play and luncheon served with Oct 5 matinee. Cash bar for beer & wine will be available for both performances.

Tickets $25. Lighthouse Community Hall, 240 Lions Way in Qualicum Bay. 250-757-9991 Oceanside Generals vs. Comox Valley 7:30pm. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 W. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-240-5535

babysitter. Price includes manual and certificate.

Bowser Elementary School Cost is $45.10. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks to preregister. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 W. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-3252 Red Cross AED/CPR C (14yrs+) 9:00am. This course is required for lifeguards and Health Care Professionals.

Topics covered are CPR and blocked airways for adults, children and infants as well as an introduction to automated external defibrillators. Cost is $68.95. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks to pre-register. Ravensong Aquatic Centre, 737 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250752-5014

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Ballenas Whalers Dance Parksville Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-248-6234 sun OCT 5 Fire Prevention Week This annual event helps showcase essential services provided by our local fire departments. Activities include fire station open houses, community fire drills and various fire-safety lectures and presentations.

Contact your local Fire Department for details.

Aqua Zumba 5:00pm. Every Sun. Ravensong Aquatic Centre, 737 Jones St, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-5014 mOn OCT 6 TOPS (Parksville) 8:45am. Every Mon. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Meeting. St. Anne/St. Edmunds Church Hall, 407 Wembley Rd, Parksville.

250-586-0101 Hatha Yoga 9:00am. Every Mon. Gentle approach suitable for beginners & seniors. Drop-in (9am or 10:30am). SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre, 245 Hirst Ave. W, Parksville. Call ext. 242 for child-minding availability. 250-248-2093 Boomer`s Bootcamp 10:30am. Ages 50+. Every Mon, Tue & Thu. Fluid Fitness Studio, #5-1176 Franklin's Gull, Parksville.

250-927-4595 Balance Class 12:00pm. Every Mon. Fluid Fitness Studio, #5-1176 Franklin's Gull, Parksville.

250-927-4595 Guyz Time (Gr. 3, 4 & 5) 3:00pm. Every Mon. Fun activities encourage selfesteem & healthy relationships, Nutritious snacks and transportation provided.

Pre-registration required.

SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre, 245 Hirst Ave. W, Parksville. 250-248-2093 ext. 237

mOn OCT 6 Girl Talk (Gr. 3, 4 & 5) 3:00pm. Every Thu. Fun activities inspire confidence, and healthy self-image.

Nutritious snacks and transportation are provided.

Pre-registration required.

SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre, 245 Hirst Ave. W, Parksville. 250-248-2093 ext. 237 City Council Meeting 6:00pm. Parksville City Hall, 100 Jensen Ave. E, Parksville. 250-248-6144 Arbutus Toastmasters 7:00pm. Every Mon. Everyone Welcome. Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-248-1926 Youth Drop-in Pond Hockey (13-15 yrs) 7:45pm. Mondays (Oct 6, 20 & 27). This drop-in program is a FREE non-contact game of hockey for all skill levels. Helmets are mandatory. Boys and girls are welcome. On ice supervision is provided. Free admission and skate rentals.Oceanside Place Arena, 830 W. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-2483252 Tue OCT 7 Qualicum Beach Probus Club 9:00am. Guest Speaker Wendy Maurer regarding plans for Qualicum Beach Museum. Visitors welcome.

St. Stephen's United Church, 150 Village Way, Qualicum Beach.250-752-0563 Better Body's Fitness 9:00am. Every Tue & Thu. Back Care, Osteoporosis Prevention, Balance Training & Low Impact. Bradley Centre (9am) and Qualicum Beach Civic Centre (10:30am). 250-240-4840 Yoga at Eaglecrest 9:15am. Every Tue & Thu. (9:15 & 10:45am). Eaglecrest Golf Club, 2035 Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250951-2538 Time in Comfort for Tots & Caregivers 9:15am. Every Tue &

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PERFORMANCES Show nights 7:30pm Sun Matinees 2:00pm TICKETS // Available at the Theatre Box Office

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COMMUNITY THEATRE 1974 - 2014

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cho Players is commemorating a major achievement ‌ 40 years of presenting live theatre in Qualicum Beach.

The 2014-15 season will mark the anniversary of Echo Players’ purchase of the Village Theatre.

Since 1974, the little theatre has been like a magnet attracting talented volunteers with a wealth of experience in stage craft.

Offering up productions uniquely and carefully crafted for the community, Echo Players seasons continue to move audiences to laughter and tears.

Presenting performances for 40 year, the theatre company has never limited themselves to one genre, a single aesthetic, or attempted to play to any particular demographic.

The eclectic company tries to appeal to the broadest segment of the community always stretching their artistic boundaries.

It is run by a non-profit society and has many gifted people from front of the house volunteers to behind-the-scenes crew

members and technicians, artists, and craftspeople.

Eileen Butts, who is a life time member of the Echo Players, is one of those dedicated members in the community and has been wearing many different hats with the troupe since 1976.

She said many of the original members joined Echo Players when the Village Theatre - which was once a movie house was being used as a warehouse.

Some avid community theatre enthusiasts had a vision to turn the spot into their own permanent performance space.

With the help of Russel Bergstrom the owner of the building and the dedication of Paddy McGarrigle, Doug Klassen, Joy McKay, Jean and BJ Christian, Eileen and John Pope and others, a theatre acquisition committee was struck and the rest is history.

The mortgage document which hangs on the wall in the Village Theatre was signed

by Paddy McGarrigle and Doug Klassen in the autumn of 1974.

Butts said the fact that they are marking 40 years is impressive because it took a great

The 40th anniversary season offers a distinctive Echo Players blend of the classic and the contemporary; the new, the familiar, the edgy, and the comfortable.

The Woman in Black a classic ghost story. This stage play is regarded as the absolute height of terror and will be scaring audiences starting Oct 16.

Ethan Claymore by Norm Foster will make you glow inside long after you leave the theatre. Running Dec 11 through Dec 28.

leap of faith by many people to acquire their own place.

“In the early years it was touch and go but everyone was committed to being involved. The club didn’t always have the finances and various members along the way helped to pay the mortgage. When you undertake an adventure with gung-ho, that wave carries you through.”

She said when they reached the 25 year mark it was satisfying and 40 years feels even better but they could not have achieved success without the support of the Town of Qualicum Beach, local businesses and enthusiastic theatre supporters in the community.

“We are still here and getting better every day,” she acknowledged.

Season tickets $81 (adults) and $71 (seniors) Contact the Village Theatre box office at 250-752-3522 or email info@echoplayers.ca

The Last Romance by Joe DiPietro is a hilarious romantic comedy that reminds us all that it’s never too late to lose your heart.

It runs Feb 12 to Mar 3.

Full Treatment by Michael Brett is being called the laughter tonic of the year and a real pick-me-up. It goes April 9 to April 26.

Fallen Angels by Noel Coward is a euphorically funny champagne-fuelled comedy. Will run May 14 to May 31.

In addition to bringing a fabulous 40th anniversary season, the Echo Players season includes the annual Vancouver Island Juried One Act Play Festival.

Echo Players have entered two one-act plays; The Safety Match and Ladies of Shakespeare the festival is sure to provide an unforgettable week where various styles and irrepressible talent intersect.

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Tue OCT 7 Wed. All caregivers & their children can enjoy fun activities. Drop-in.

SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre, 245 Hirst Ave. W, Parksville. 250-248-2093 ext. 237 Healthy Caregivers Support Group 10:00am. Clinical Counselor, Allison Reeves, leads this support group for people who look after someone with a chronic condition.

Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy. 250951-0243 Oceanside Village Artists Market 10:00am. Every Tue-Sun. Featuring a collection of metal, paintings, jewelry, stone, pottery, wood & photography from over 50 island artists. 101A-1080 Resort Way, Oceanside Village Resort, Parksville.

250-752-9332 Hearing Disorders Workshop 1:00pm. John Charley & Lauren Robinson, of NextGen Hearing talk about healthy ears & hearing. Find out about the many new instruments on the market to make it easier to hear the TV, the phone and people talking around you. Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy. 250-951-0243 Starshine Fitness 1:15pm. Every Tue & Thu. For baby boomers and beyond. Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach.

250-248-6402 Middle School Nite 4:00pm. Every Tue. Grades 6, 7 & 8. Pre-registration is required. SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre, 245 Hirst Ave. W, Parksville. 250-2482093 ext. 232 Free Meditation Class 5:30pm. Every Tue. Simple and effective techniques of Sahaja Yoga Meditation to master stress, improve your health, face yourself, achieve balance. McMillan Arts Centre, 133 McMillan St, Parksville. 250-954-5040

Tue OCT 7 Free SepticSmart Workshop 6:00pm. Got a septic system? Then this FREE workshop is for you! Learn about proper care and maintenance and have your questions answered by industry experts.Nanoose Library Hall, 2489 Nanoose Rd, Nanoose Bay. 250-248-3252 Town Council Meeting 7:00pm. Town Hall, 660 Primrose St, Qualicum Beach. 250-738-2190 Parksville Lions Club 7:00pm. Meetings on 1st and 3rd Tue of each month.

Lions Pioneer Village, 241 Moilliet St, Parksville. 250586-7080 Oceanside Prostate Cancer Support Group 7:00pm. 1st Tue of each month. The Gardens, 650 Berwick North, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-7489

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wed OCT 8 Public Open House 10:00am. Town Hall, 660 Primrose St, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6921 ASBC Mid-Island Support Group 10:00am. 2nd Wed of each month. Family Resource Assn, 198 Morison Ave, Parksville. 250-714-080 Thermography Clinic Open House 4:00pm. Thermography Vancouver Island is celebrating our 4th Anniversary in Qualicum Beach with an Open House. Please stop by the clinic on Second Avenue West (4pm-7pm) to help us celebrate with light snacks and tea. #12, 221 Second Ave W, Qualicum Beach.

250-947-5424 THu OCT 9 Coronation Street Club 2:00pm. 2nd Thu of each month. Legion, 180 Veteran's Way, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-4445 Movies at the PCCC Catch 2 movies on the big screen at the PCCC! Jersey

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Pet Costume Contest & Trick or Treat Bags on Halloween Day! 104-280 ISLAND HWY E. PARKSVILLE 250-248-2673 Bosleys in Parksville

CELEBRATION & FIREWORKS Friday, October 31 6:30pm - 8:00pm

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THU OCT 9 Boys (Rated R) and Tracks (Rated PG-13) showing Oct 9-10. Please call for show times. Parksville Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-248-6234 FRI OCT 10 TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Meeting 9:00am. Every Fri. Nanoose Bay Library Hall, 2489 Nanoose Rd. 250-821-5495 sat oct 11 Pumpkin Patch 10:00am. The pumpkin patch is ready for picking!

Tiger Lily Farm's annual pumpkin patch opens to the public on October 11. Walk or ride out to the patch, pick your favourite pumpkin and take it home. Open daily 10am-4pm until October 31. Tiger Lily Farms, 1692 Errington Rd, Errington.

250-248-2408 Mother Goose Sing-along Family Swim 10:00am. Children will enjoy listening to nursery rhymes with Mother Goose.

After song time, the swim will continue with special games and activities for

sat oct 11 your preschooler. Ravensong Aquatic Centre, 737 Jones St, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-5014 Silent Meditation Retreat 10:00am. 2-day Meditation Retreat (10am-4pm).

Coffee and tea provided.

BYO lunch. Beginners Welcome. Come and learn to settle your thoughts and relax your body. Seated meditation and walking meditation. Yoga each day weather permitting! Kathok Centre, 2800 Grafton Ave, Coombs. 250-586- 5882 Nanoose Bay Thanksgiving Studio Tour 10:00am. As you drive through beautiful Nanoose Bay, you will see an amazing variety of art and meet the artists in their studios.

Learn about the process of creativity, from idea to the finished piece. 10am-4pm (Oct 11, 12 & 13). Nanoose Bay. Please call for details.

250-821-6136 Mid Island Potters 11:00am. 2014 annual show and sale 'The Art of the Fire 2.

Featuring 16 excellent Potters. Refreshments by

sat oct 11 Oceanside Grannies for The Stephen Lewis Foundation. Free Admission 250757-8041 Lyme Disease Support Group 1:00pm. Please contact us for more details. Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy. 250-951-0243 Oceanside Generals vs. Comox Valley 7:30pm. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 W. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-240-5535 sun oct 12 Aqua Zumba 5:00pm. Every Sun. Ravensong Aquatic Centre, 737 Jones St, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-5014 mon oct 13 Thanksgiving Day Celebrated on the second Monday of October in Canada, since 1957. It's a chance for people to give thanks for a successful harvest and for other good fortunes in the past year. tue oct 14 Drop-In Story time at the Rink (2-4yrs) 10:00am. Every Tue. Parents

Celebrating two Years of Community Events.

What’s On Digest is proud to support & promote local events in print & online every month.

tue oct 14 and children can enjoy a skate and story! Start with 30 minutes of fun skating on the Pond with toys, followed by a 15 minute story time with our very own Mother Goose instructor.

Drop in reduced rate skate admission. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 W. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-3252 Qualicum Beach Garden Club Meeting 7:00pm. Guest Speaker: Grahame Ware from Owl and Stump will speak on Specialty Bulbs. New members and guests welcome.

Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250-7570892 wed oct 15 Pumpkins for Patients Which pumpkin should you choose for the perfect jacko'-lantern? Have your pick at Thrifty Foods in Parksville and feel good knowing that $1 from the sale of every BC pumpkin (or select pumpkin products) will be donated to 12 BC Hospital Foundations in our communities. 7am10pm daily until Oct 31 (or while quantities last). Thrifty Foods, 280 E. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-8823

wed OCT 15 Latest News From Osteoporosis Canada 10:00am. Join the local chapter chair in the meeting room at Parksville Pharmasave for a report from the national annual general meeting of Osteoporosis Canada. Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy. 250-951-0243 Youth Career Night (15-18yrs) 3:30pm. Prepare to find work with the help of this fast, fun and free workshop presented by the Career Centre staff. Workshop is free with registration.

Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks to pre-register.

250-248-3252 Getting Pregnant After Quitting The Pill 4:00pm. Fertility educator, Lisa Leger, discusses when and how to quit the pill before starting your family, what supplements are recommended, what to do about birth control in the meantime, and how to assess your fertility once your cycles return. Learn how to identify ovulation accurately to avoid or achieve pregnancy. Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy. 250-951-0243 Projection: Working with Our Shadow Material seminar 6:30pm. Join clinical counsellor Diane Hancox in this informative talk about what is really going on when our 'buttons are pushed.' $15.

McMillan Arts Centre, 133 McMillan St, Parksville, 250586-7380 THu OCT 16 Arrowsmith Needle Arts Guild 9:30am. 1st and 3rd Thu of each month. Come and embroider, learn new techniques and for friendship with other stitchers. Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-9230 Great BC ShakeOut 10:16am. Millions world-

THu OCT 16 wide will practice how to Drop, Cover, & Hold On during Great Shake-Out Earthquake Drills. Participating is a great way for your family or organization to be prepared to survive and recover quickly from big earthquakes.

French Conversation 2:30pm. Informal drop-in to maintain/improve your French. All levels. Meeting Room, Serious Coffee, 1209 E. Island Hwy, Parksville.

250-738-0819 ECHO Players: The Woman in Black 7:30pm. Don't miss ECHO Player's production of The Woman in Black; a brilliant exercise in atmosphere and controlled horror; proof positive that the ghost story isn't dead after all! A real theatrical spine chiller (Oct 16-Nov 2). ECHO Players Village Theatre, 110 W. 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach.

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THE WOMAN IN B Oct 16 - Nov 2, 2014 story by BRENDA GOUGH

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cho Players is opening their season with one of the most brilliantly effective spine-chillers you will ever encounter.

The Woman in Black is a gripping theatrical exploration of terror that has been frightening audiences for over a quarter of a century.

This fall, the ghost takes up residence in Qualicum Beach at the Village Theatre.

Easily the most successful and undoubtedly scariest plays ever produced, The Woman in Black is sure to have your heartbeat racing and your hair standing on end.

Adapted by Stephen Mallatratt from Susan Hill's creepy novella, the Echo Players’ version is being directed by Sue Murguly and will run from October 16 through November 2.

With its unique blend of suspense, drama and bold stagecraft, the play within a play that needs just two speaking actors and a vision is considered a masterpiece.

Murguly said she directed the same spooky play many years ago in Prince George and she can’t wait to bring the psychological thriller to theatre goers here.

“I have done this play before but this one is far more sophisticated. Its chilling and

it will send goose bumps. People will pay attention. Once the lights go off they will be totally engaged,” she assured.

Murguly admitted it is a very challenging play but it is so well written that it is wonderful to work on, especially with two fantastic actors.

“It gets everybody’s creative juices going… both sound and lighting as well as the actors all have a huge part to play in bringing this ghostly story into a real experience in the theatre.

Appearing by permission of Canadian Actors’ Equity Association are Garry Davey and Mort Paul as Kipps.

What of the woman in black herself being performed by Diane LeBlanc? As title roles go, it is certainly one of the strangest because there are no lines.

Set in an old theatre, the play unfolds around the conversations of just two characters.

The elderly Arthur Kipps brings a ghost story to an actor; it's the story of something that happened to Kipps 30 years earlier, and the actor turns it into a drama.

The older actor in the drama (the real Kipps) plays a half-dozen characters, while the other actor takes on the role of the

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BLACK younger Kipps who is a solicitor.

He has been summoned to attend the funeral of Mrs Alice Drablow, the house’s sole inhabitant located in the remote town of Crythin Gifford.

He is unaware of the tragic secrets which lie hidden in the mysterious house in the marshes and it is not until he glimpses a wasted young woman dressed in all black at the funeral that a creeping sense of unease begins to take hold. This feeling is deepened by the reluctance of the locals to talk of the woman in black – and her terrible purpose.

Murguly explained that from the beginning of the show the characters start appearing in unusual places, leaving the audience constantly feeling that something could creep up on them.

She said the characters, the setting, costuming, lighting and sound all conspire to send the audience's imagination into overdrive.

One of the rarest things in live theatre is to achieve a genuine scare. But that is just what is accomplished in the deliciously eerie The Woman in Black, on stage at the Village Theatre from October 16 through November 2.

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CORN MAZE 9:00am. Open 7 days each week (9am-6pm). Admission is $2 each, but free for kids 2 yrs of age and younger. Silver Meadows Farm, 1019 Errington Rd, Parksville. 250-248-4450

SATU R DAY O CT 1 1 PUMPKIN PATCH 10:00am. The pumpkin patch is ready for picking! Tiger Lily Farm's annual pumpkin patch opens to the public on October 11. Walk or ride out to the patch, pick your favourite pumpkin and take it home. Open daily 10am4pm until October 31. Tiger Lily Farms, 1692 Errington Rd, Errington. 250-248-2408

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TH U R SDAY O CT 16 ECHO PLAYERS: THE WOMAN IN BLACK 7:30pm. Don't miss ECHO Player's production of The Woman in Black; a brilliant exercise in atmosphere and controlled horror; proof positive that the ghost story isn't dead after all! A real theatrical spine chiller (Oct 16Nov 2). ECHO Players Village Theatre, 110 W. 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-3522

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SPOOKTACULAR AT STORYBOOK VILLAGE 5:30pm. Come in costume and join the fun! Hot dogs and refreshments, costumed characters, fun activities and a take-home craft. This is a free Early Learning event for families with children 0-10 yrs. of age, hosted by the BLT Coalition of Community Partners. Storybook Village, 744 Primrose St, Qualicum Beach.

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PUMPKIN RUSH 6:00pm. Parksville's Resort Drive Community proudly presents "Pumpkin Rush 2014". Over 400+ carved pumpkins will be on display, illuminated daily between 6pm-8pm from October 28 to October 31. Stroll along Resort Drive to enjoy silly pumpkins, vote for your favourite Pumpkin Patch and receive a treat! For more information, contact any of Parksville's Resort Drive businesses.

W ED N ESDAY O CT 29 HALLOWEEN DANCE PUMPKINS FOR PATIENTS Which pumpkin should you choose for the perfect jack-o'lantern? Have your pick at Thrifty Foods in Parksville and feel good knowing that $1 from the sale of every BC pumpkin (or select pumpkin products) will be donat-

8:00pm. All ages costume dance with popular “stoke folk” quintet from the Kootenays. Tickets $20 at Errington General Store, Cranky Dog or Heaven on Earth.

Coffee & treats available. Kids tickets available at the door.

Errington Memorial Hall, 1390 Errington Rd, Parksville. 250248-5106

HALLOWEEN SKATE 3:30pm. An extra day to dress up for Halloween! There will be skating, spooky fun and prizes for best costumes! Oceanside Place Arena, 830 W. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-3252

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HALLOWEEN HOWL SWIM 6:30pm. Ghosts and goblins will take care of the games to keep the children busy. Don’t forget if your kids are seven years and under, you will need to join in the fun as well for free! The night will finish off with an annual piñata bash. Ravensong Aquatic Centre, 737 Jones St, Qualicum Beach.

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F RIDAY O CT 31 HAPPY HALLOWEEN! Halloween is celebrated in Canada on October 31. It's a day to mark the time in the year when, according to old Celtic beliefs, spirits and the dead can cross over into the world of the living for one night. Some people hold parties and children may trickor-treat in their neighborhood.

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3:00pm. The Qualicum Beach Downtown Business Association (QBDBA) invites children 12 & under (accompanied by adults) to trick-or-treat in Downtown Qualicum Beach! From 3pm5:30pm, participating downtown merchants will hand-out treats to kids dressed in costume. Other free activities include spooky stories at the Library, mystery boxes at Lefty's and much more! Downtown Qualicum Beach. 250-2408812

6:30pm. Free hot dogs and hot chocolate at the Civic Centre, followed by a free fireworks display (sponsored by your local Fire & Rescue Department) in the Community Park at 7:45pm. Walk the trail from the Civic Centre to the park and enjoy hundreds of carved pumpkins along the way. Event funded by the Town of Qualicum Beach. Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach.

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PUMPKIN TRAIL HALLOWEEN FOR PETS 9:00am. Stop by Bosley's in Parksville between 9am-6pm on October 31 and enter your pet in a Halloween Costume Contest!

Free"Trick-or-Treat" bags for pets in costume (while supplies last).

Bosley's Pet Food Plus, 280 E. Island Hwy, Parksville. 2250-2482673

6:30pm. Parents can bring their costumed kids to the Errington Community Park, where they can follow the pumpkin trail through the woods and down to the bonfire for some hot chocolate.

Fireworks display. Admission by donation. Errington Community Park, 1390 Errington Rd, Parksville. 250-248-5106

HALLOWEEN PARTY AT THE SHADY REST PUB 7:00pm. Come get your scare on!

Enjoy a fun night of music trivia and prizes, followed by dancing and a Halloween costume contest! Seating available on a first-come, first-served basis. The Shady Rest Pub, 3109 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250-7529111

HALLOWEEN PARTY AT THE ROD & GUN PUB 10:00pm. Celebrate Halloween with the "Ghost of the Gun" and DJ's from all over the Island.

Sorry, no minors. The Rod & Gun Pub, 163 Alberni Hwy, Parksville.

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saT OCT 18 30th Anniversary Fantasy Auction 6:00pm. The Parksville & District Chamber of Commerce is going "BACK TO THE FUTURE!". Tickets include Silent & Live Auctions, Tapas-style Dinner catered

by Stewart's Catering, Featured Entertainment by Eddie & The Funk, Games, Dancing & much more. You don't have to be a Chamber of Commerce member to enjoy this special night!

Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250248-3613 Oceanside Generals vs. Victoria 7:30pm. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 W. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-240-5535 sun OCT 19 Small Business Week The businesses may be small, but their impact on our community's economy is not. This is your opportunity to recognize, support and celebrate small and medium-sized businesses.

Nanoose Library Giant Book Sale 9:00am. Most books just

sun OCT 19 $1 each. Fundraiser for the non-profit, volunteerrun Nanoose Library. Sat & Sun Oct 18 & 10 (12pm4pm). 2489 Nanoose Rd (off Northwest Bay Rd near Red Gap), Nanoose Bay. 250468-9977 Fall Openings 11:00am. Enjoy the tapestry of Fall colours. Gardens open 11am to 3:30pm. Tea Room open 11am to 3pm for soup and scones. Free entry to Milner Gardens members, and children 12 and under accompanied by an adult. Milner Gardens, 2179 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6153 mOn OCT 20 Parksville PROBUS Club 8:45am. "Experiences in Afghanistan on an RCMP Instruction Team". Meetings on 3rd Mon of each month. Quality Bayside Resort, 240 Dogwood St, Parksville. 250-752-4204 City Council Meeting 6:00pm. Parksville City Hall, 100 Jensen Ave. E, Parksville. 250-248-6144 Town Council Meeting 7:00pm. Town Hall, 660

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Primrose St, Qualicum Beach. 250-738-2190 Tue OCT 21 Healthy Caregivers Support Group 10:00am. Clinical Counselor, Allison Reeves, leads this support group for people who look after someone with a chronic condition.

Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy. 250951-0243 Enhancing Personal Self Care Workshop 12:30pm. $25. Register with Jule. 525 Balsam St, Qualicum Beach. 250-7524996 A Sensible Look at Natural Medicine 1:30pm. Natural Health Consultant, Lisa Leger, explores the integrative approach to health by reviewing research evidence for the benefits of nutrition, supplementation, and natural remedies. Find out how to get the best of both worlds from someone who’s career has been spent building a bridge between the worlds of natural and conventional medicine.

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land Regional Library, 100 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250951-0243 OWBN Meeting 5:30pm. Guest presenter, Sue Clement from Success Coaching will share her best secrets on how to leverage your time and networking opportunities while building powerful and lasting connections! Quality Bayside Resort, 240 Dogwood St, Parksville. 250-228-2384 PQ Linux/Android Users Group 6:30pm. A community of Linux and Android users of differing skill levels and areas of expertise. Bring your laptop, Chromebook or Android device, if you like.

Leave message at number provided. A&W Restaurant, 540 E. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-3570 Parksville Lions Club 7:00pm. Meetings on 1st and 3rd Tue of each month.

Lions Pioneer Village, 241 Moilliet St, Parksville. 250586-7080 wed OCT 22 Youth Career Night (15-18yrs) 3:30pm. Prepare to find

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wed oct 22 work with the help of this fast, fun and free workshop presented by the Career Centre staff. Workshop is free with registration.

Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks to pre-register.

250-248-3252 Sno Cone Swim 6:30pm. Join us on the fourth Wed of each month; we will turn up the tunes and turn on the sno cone machine for you to taste your favourite treat! Everyone welcome swim. Ravensong Aquatic Centre, 737 Jones St, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-5014 thu oct 23 School’s Out Everyone Welcome Skate 1:30pm. School is out but skating is in! Regular admission. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 W. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-3252 fri oct 24 A Taste of Paddling (13-17 yrs) 9:00am. RLC’s interactive and entertaining approach to teaching water safety and basic paddling skills. An introductory canoe adven-

fri oct 24 ture in the morning will be followed after lunch with a chance to try out a number of different paddling styles including kayaks, canoes and stand-up paddleboards.

All canoe and safety equipment provided along with transportation to and from Oceanside Place Arena is included. Cost is $36.75 per person. Phone RDN Recreation and Parks to pre-register. 250-248-3252 Babysitters Certification (11-14yrs) 9:00am. This course introduces basic first-aid and how to respond to emergency situation, explains basic baby & child care, and offers advice on becoming a responsible babysitter.

Price includes manual and certificate. Bowser Elementary School Cost is $45.10.

Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks to pre-register.

Bowser Elementary School, 4830 Faye Rd, Bowser. 250248-3252 Mardi Gras Pro-D Day 1:30pm. Celebrate your day off from school with an everyone welcome swim.

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FRI OCT 24 ing. Reduced rate swim admission. Ravensong Aquatic Centre, 737 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-5014 School’s Out Everyone Welcome Skate 1:30pm. School is out but skating is in! Regular admission. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 W. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-3252 Tales for the Telling 7:30pm. Tales for the Telling is back! Michael Kusugak will be performing 'Stories from an Inuit Storyteller'.

Michael is formerly from Rankin Inlet. Tickets: $12 and $10 for OCAC Members performance starts at 7:30pm (doors open at 7:00pm). McMillan Arts Centre (The MAC), 133 McMillan St, Parksville.

250-248-8185 saT OCT 25 Many Members' Garage Sale 8:30am. Garage Sale & More. Seniors' Centre, 703 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-3946 Enhancing Personal Self Care Workshop 12:30pm. $25. Register with Jule. St. Edmunds, Parksville.

250-752-4996 Oceanside Generals vs. Victoria 7:30pm. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 W. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-240-5535 Halloween Dance 8:00pm. All ages costume dance with popular “stoke folk” quintet from the Kootenays. Tickets $20 at Errington General Store, Cranky Dog or Heaven on Earth. Coffee & treats available. Kids tickets available at the door. Errington Memorial Hall, 1390 Errington Rd, Parksville. 250248-5106 sun OCT 26 Aqua Zumba 5:00pm. Every Sun. Ravensong Aquatic Centre, 737 Jones St, Qualicum Beach.

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mOn OCT 27 Art Exhibition FCA Show in the Brown Gallery, painters Maureen Walker and Marilyn Cooney Stubbs in the Volunteer Gallery and Qualicum Weavers and Spinners in the Dorothy Francis Gallery. TOSH Arts Centre, 122 Fern Rd W, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6133 DJ Pizza Teen Swim Night (13-18yrs) 7:00pm. Come for a pool party with your friends & jam with a DJ while eating pizza. This event is FREE, courtesy of the RDN Youth Recreation Strategic Plan.

Ravensong Aquatic Centre, 737 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-5014 Art Exhibition Qualicum Weavers & Spinners Guild (on display until Nov 17). TOSH Arts Centre, 122 Fern Rd W, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6133 Tue OCT 28 Blood Donor Clinics From Oct 28-30. Please call for times. Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-248-320 Nurturing Relationships-Restorative Communication 12:30pm. $25. Register with Jule. 525 Balsam St, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-4996 Spooktacular at Storybook Village 5:30pm. Come in costume & join the fun! Hot dogs & refreshments, costumed characters, fun activities & a take-home craft. This is a free Early Learning event for families with children 0-10 yrs. of age, hosted by the BLT Coalition of Community Partners. Storybook Village, 744 Primrose St, Qualicum Beach. 250-947-8252 Pumpkins on the Drive 6:00pm. Parksville's Resort Drive Community presents Pumpkins on the Drive. Over 400+ carved pumpkins will be on display, illuminated daily between 6pm-8pm from Oct 28 to Oct 31. Stroll along Resort Drive to enjoy

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repare to be excited, amazed and spooked this Halloween season when the Resort Drive community carves out an endless jack-o-lantern display for their 3rd annual Pumpkins on the Drive.

There will be more than 400 silly, happy, and scary pumpkins on display along Resort Drive starting October 28.

You can walk, stroll, or drive to see some of the most interesting jack o lanterns the Island has to offer until October 31.

The pumpkins will be illuminated from 6 to 8 p.m. each night.

After taking it all in you can stop in at any resort office to vote for your favourite pumpkin patch and receive a treat.

A Parksville Business Pumpkin Challenge, with local businesses all competing for bragging rights as the best pumpkin carvers in town, is sure to inspire some creative entries.

You can expect the standards you see every year, including scary witches, cats with arched backs, creepy skeletons, Dracula and his fangs dripping with blood, spiders in webs, and wolves howling at the moon.

But every Halloween the collection changes and the artistic creations never fail to delight.

Luba Plotnikoff, marketing and media relations manager at Tigh-Na-Mara, said staff members at the resort look forward to outdoing each other every year for pumpkin carving bragging rights.

“We order 200 pumpkins and we have an internal contest. Everyone tries to be creative and some are more talented than others. It is neat to see what they come up with,” she said.

She agreed the Pumpkins on the Drive seems to get more impressive every year and the event is a great way to engage the community.

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to Resort Drive. It is a safe location with sidewalks on both sides. It is ideal for strollers and a great way to enjoy some good old fashioned fun.”

She said starting at 5:30 p.m. they begin the job of lighting up all of the pumpkins and by 6 p.m. hundreds of glowing jack-olanterns illuminate the entire drive.

People are encouraged to check all of them out and then vote for the display they like the best.

“Each resort office has a box and people are given ballots so they can vote for their favourite,” she explained.

Most resorts will also be handing out treats and hot chocolate during the four-day pumpkin festival.

Don’t be disappointed like Charlie Brown’s friend Linus was, waiting for the Great Pumpkin to arrive in the pumpkin patch.

This pumpkin patch will be lit-up on the nights of October 28 to October 31 from 6 to 8 p.m.

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Tue OCT 28 silly pumpkins, vote for your favourite Pumpkin Patch and receive a treat! For more information, contact any of Parksville's Resort Drive businesses. wed OCT 29 Halloween Skate 3:30pm. An extra day to dress up for Halloween!

There will be skating, spooky fun & prizes for best costumes! Oceanside Place Arena, 830 W. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-3252 Halloween Howl Swim 6:30pm. Ghosts & goblins will take care of the games to keep the children busy.

Don’t forget if your kids are seven years & under, you will need to join in the fun as well for free! The night will finish off with an annual piùata bash. Ravensong Aquatic Centre, 737 Jones St, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-5014 The Aging (45+) Woman: Consciously & Creatively Meeting Old Age seminar 6:30pm. Join clinical counsellor Diane Hancox in this interactive talk which asks, "What does it mean for a woman to grow old consciously?" $15. McMillan Arts Centre, 133 McMillan St, Parksville, 250-586-7380 Opening Reception 7:00pm. FCA, Walker, Cooney Stubbs & Qualicum Weavers and Spinners.

TOSH Arts Centre, 122 Fern Rd W, Qualicum Beach. 250752-6133

Nurturing Relationships-Restorative Communication 12:30pm. $25. Register with Jule. St. Edmunds, Parksville. 250-752-4996 FRI OCT 31 Happy Halloween!

It's a day to mark the time in the year when, according to old Celtic beliefs, spirits and the dead can cross over into the world of the living for one night.

Halloween for Pets 9:00am. Stop by Bosley's in Parksville between 9am6pm on Oct 31 & enter your pet in a Halloween Costume Contest! Free"Trickor-Treat" bags for pets in costume (while supplies last). Bosley's Pet Food Plus, 280 E. Island Hwy, Parksville. 2250-248-2673 Trick-or-Treat in Downtown Qualicum Beach 3:00pm. The Qualicum Beach Downtown Business Association invites children 12 & under (accompanied by adults) to trick-or-treat in Downtown Qualicum Beach! From 3pm-5:30pm, participating downtown merchants will hand-out treats to kids dressed in costume. Other free activities include spooky stories at the Library, mystery boxes at Lefty's and much more! Downtown Qualicum Beach. 250-240-8812 Pumpkin Trail 6:30pm. Parents can bring their costumed kids to the Errington Community Park, where they can follow the pumpkin trail through the

FRI OCT 31 woods & down to the bonfire for some hot chocolate.

Fireworks display. Admission by donation. Errington Community Park, 1390 Errington Rd, Parksville. 250248-5106 Town of Qualicum Beach Halloween Celebration & Fireworks 6:30pm. Free hot dogs & hot chocolate at the Civic Centre, followed by a free fireworks display (sponsored by your local Fire & Rescue Department) in the Community Park at 7:45pm.

Walk the trail from the Civic Centre to the park & enjoy hundreds of carved pumpkins along the way. Event funded by the Town of Qualicum Beach. Civic Centre,

FRI OCT 31 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6921 Halloween Party at The Shady Rest Pub 7:00pm. Come get your scare on! Enjoy a fun night of music trivia & prizes, followed by dancing & a Halloween costume contest!

First-come, first-served seating. The Shady Rest Pub, 3109 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-9111 Halloween Party at The Rod & Gun Pub 10:00pm. Celebrate Halloween with the "Ghost of the Gun" & DJ's from all over the Island. Sorry, no minors. The Rod & Gun Pub, 163 Alberni Hwy, Parksville.

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LIVE ENTERTAINMENT THU OCT 2 Lazy Mike & Recliners 7:00pm. Deez Bar & Grill, Qualicum. 250-752-8055

Open Mic at Deez 7:00pm. Every Fri. Deez Bar & Grill. 250-752-8055

FRI OCT 3 Classical Concert 4:00pm. The MAC, Parksville. 250-248-8185 Peter Mason 5:30pm. Every Fri. Sandbar Cafe. 250-757-8788 Open Mic at Deez 7:00pm. Every Fri. Deez Bar & Grill. 250-752-8055 SAT OCT 4 Lazy Mike & Recliners 7:00pm. The Shady Rest, Qualicum. 250-752-9111 Coffee House 7:30pm. Errington Hall, Parksville. 250-248-5106 SUN OCT 5 Music on Sunday 2:30pm. TOSH Arts Centre, Qualicum. 250-752-6133 MON OCT 6 John-Paul De Roover 6:30pm. Lazy Mike's House of Music. 250-594-9951 Open Mic at The Shady 7:00pm. Every Mon. The Shady Rest. 250-752-9111 WED OCT 8

Jazz at The MAC 7:00pm. McMillan Arts Centre. 250-248-8185

SAT OCT 18 Jeffrey Luo 12:00pm. TOSH Arts Centre, Qualicum. 250-7526133 Debbie Duncan 2:30pm. TOSH Arts Centre, Qualicum. 250-752-6133 Big Twang Theory 7:00pm. The Shady Rest, Qualicum. 250-752-9111

SAT OCT 11 Summer & the Sinners 7:00pm. The Shady Rest, Qualicum. 250-752-9111 MON OCT 13 Open Mic at The Shady 7:00pm. Every Mon. The Shady Rest. 250-752-9111 WED OCT 15 Live Jazz 7:00pm. Every Wed. The Shady Rest. 250-752-9111 THU OCT 16 Real Deal 7:00pm. Deez Bar & Grill, Qualicum. 250-752-805 FRI OCT 17 Peter Mason 5:30pm. Every Fri. Sandbar Cafe. 250-757-8788

THU OCT 9 Kilwater & Jones 7:00pm. Deez Bar & Grill, Qualicum. 250-752-8055 FRI OCT 10 Peter Mason 5:30pm. Every Fri. Sandbar Cafe. 250-757-8788

Whitey Somers 6:30pm. Lazy Mike's House of Music. 250-594-9951 Open Mic at Deez 7:00pm. Every Fri. Deez Bar & Grill. 250-752-8055 MACousitic Folk Club 7:00pm. The MAC, Parksville. 250-248-8185 Rimsky-Korsakov 7:00pm. TOSH Arts Centre, Qualicum. 250-752-6133

Shred Kelly 7:30pm. Errington Hall, Parksville. 250-248-5106 SUN OCT 26

Debbie Duncan 7:00pm. TOSH Arts Centre, Qualicum. 250-752-6133 VIO: Rigoletto 7:30pm. Civic Centre, Qualicum Beach. 250-594-8822 Celso Machado 7:30pm. Errington Hall, Parksville. 250-248-5106 SUN OCT 19 Viveza 2:30pm. TOSH Arts Centre, Qualicum. 250-752-6133 VIO: Rigoletto 2:30pm. Civic Centre, Qualicum Beach. 250-594-8822 MON OCT 20 Open Mic at The Shady 7:00pm. Every Mon. The Shady Rest. 250-752-9111 WED OCT 22

Live Jazz 7:00pm. Every Wed. The Shady Rest. 250-752-9111

Lynn Jackson 7:00pm. The MAC, Parksville. 250-248-8185 Jillian Gathright 7:00pm. The MAC, Parksville. 250-248-8185

Live Jazz 7:00pm. Every Wed. The Shady Rest. 250-752-9111 FRI OCT 24 Peter Mason 5:30pm. Every Fri. Sandbar Cafe. 250-757-8788 Open Mic at Deez 7:00pm. Every Fri. Deez Bar & Grill. 250-752-8055 SAT OCT 25 Luv Train 7:00pm. The Shady Rest, Qualicum. 250-752-9111

Seniors Social 1:00pm. Lazy Mike's House of Music. 250-594-9951

Music on Sunday 2:30pm. TOSH Arts Centre, Qualicum. 250-752-6133 MON OCT 27 Open Mic at The Shady 7:00pm. Every Mon. The Shady Rest. 250-752-9111 TUE OCT 28 Open Mic at Mike's 6:30pm. Lazy Mike's House of Music. 250-594-9951 WED OCT 29 Live Jazz 7:00pm. Every Wed. The Shady Rest. 250-752-9111 FRI OCT 31

Peter Mason 5:30pm. Every Fri. Sandbar Cafe. 250-757-8788 Open Mic at Deez 7:00pm. Every Fri. Deez Bar & Grill. 250-752-8055

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eVeRY mOndaY

eVeRY mOndaY Meditation & Relaxtion 7:00pm. Penny's Yoga, Parksville. 250-240-3569

Women's 45+ Aerobics 8:00am. Bodyworks Parksville. 250-248-3346 TOPS 4248 Parksville 8:45am. St Anne's Church, Parksville. 250-586-0101 Boomer's Bootcamp 10:30am. Fluid Fitness, Parksville. 250-927-4595 Parksville Rotary Club 11:45am. Quality Resort Bayside, Parksville.

Badminton / Ping Pong 7:00pm. Lighthouse Hall, Qualicum Bay. 250-757-8307 Cribbage & Bridge 7:00pm. Legion #76, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-9632 Snooker 7:00pm. Legion #76, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-9632

Balance Class 12:00pm. Fluid Fitness, Parksville. 250-927-4595 Carpet Bowling 12:45pm. Civic Centre, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-1156 Guyz Time (Gr. 3, 4 & 5) 3:00pm. SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093

Girl Talk (Gr. 3, 4 & 5) 3:00pm. SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093

eVeRY TuesdaY Yoga at Eaglecrest 9:15am. Eaglcrest Golf Club. 250-951-2538

Meditation Classes 5:30pm. McMIllan Arts Centre. 250-954-5040

TIC TAC Program 9:15am. SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093

Belly Dancing-Qualicum 6:00pm. Beginners. Qualicum Beach. 250-752-3750

Boomer's Bootcamp 10:30am. Fluid Fitness, Parksville. 250-927-4595 Silver Foxes Aerobics 10:30am. Bradley Centre, Coombs. 250-240-4840 Better Body's Fitness 10:30am. Bradley Centre, Parksville. 250-240-4840 Yoga at Eaglecrest 10:45am. Eaglcrest Golf Club. 250-951-2538 Spinners 10:30am. Lighthouse Hall, Qualicum Bay. 778-424-1001

Arbutus Toastmasters 7:00pm. PCCC, Parksville.

250-248-1926 Youth Drop-In Hockey 7:45pm. Oceanside Arena, Parksville. 250-248-3252 eVeRY TuesdaY Women's Circuit Training 9:00am. Bodyworks (preregister). 250-248-3346

TOPS Dashwood 6:30pm. Community Hall, Little Qualicum. 250-752-1275 Texas Hold'em 7:00pm. Legion #76, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-9632 Belly Dancing-Qualicum 7:30pm. Intermediates.

Qualicum. 250-752-3750 eVeRY wednesdaY Parksville Rotary AM 7:00am. The Beach Club Resort, Parksville.

Women's 45+ Aerobics 8:00am. Bodyworks, Parksville. 250-248-3346

Carpet Bowling 1:00pm. Lighthouse Hall, Qualicum Bay. 250-757-9900 Lawn Bowling 1:00pm. Qualicum Lawn Bowling Club. 250-752-7060 Ladies Pool 1:00pm. Legion #76, Qualicum. 250-752-9632

Bingo 6:00pm. Legion #49, Parksville. 250-248-5633

eVeRY TuesdaY

Rotary Club of QB 6:15pm. Rotary Park at the Beach, Qualicum Beach.

Computer Tutoring 9:00am. Family Place, Parksville. 250-947-8258

Starrshine Fitness 1:15pm. Civic Centre, Qualicum Beach. 250-248-6402

Cribbage 6:30pm. Legion #76, Qualicum. 250-752-9632

Better Body's Fitness 9:00am. Civic Centre, Qualicum. 250-240-4840

School Nite Out 4:00pm. SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093

TIC TAC Program 9:15am. SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093 Carpet Bowling 12:45pm. Civic Centre, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-1156 Seniors Are Talking 1:00pm. SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093 Gentle Yoga 4:15pm. Penny's Yoga, Parksville. 250-240-3569 Weight Watchers 5:00pm. PCCC, Parksville.

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eVeRY wednesdaY

eVeRY THuRsdaY Boomer's Bootcamp 10:30am. Fluid Fitness, Parksville. 250-927-4595

Women's Spin Class 5:30pm. Bodyworks Gym Parksville. 250-248-3346 TOPS Parksville 6:30pm. Eagles Hall, Parksville. 250-248-5295

Better Body's Fitness 10:30am. Bradley Centre, Parksville. 250-240-4840 Yoga at Eaglecrest 10:45am. Eaglcrest Golf Club. 250-951-2538

eVeRY THuRsdaY Ladies Pool 7:30pm. Legion #49, Parksville. 250-228-9057 eVeRY FRIdaY Women's 45+ Aerobics 8:00am. Bodyworks, Parksville. 250-248-3346

Snooker 7:00pm. Legion #76, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-9632

eVeRY THuRsdaY Better Body's Fitness 9:00am. Civic Centre, Qualicum. 250-240-4840

AA Lightkeepers 7:00pm. Lighthouse Hall, Qualicum Bay. 250-757-8347

Drop-In Darts 7:30pm. Legion #76, Qualicum. 250-752-9632 Mexican Dominos 1:00pm. Legion #76, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-9632 Starrshine Fitness 1:15pm. Civic Centre, Qualicum Beach. 250-248-6402 Carpet Bowling 1:00pm. Lighthouse Hall, Qualicum Bay. 250-757-9900

Timberline Dance 7:30pm. Legion #49, Parksville. 250-752-8542

Teen Swim 7:00pm. Ravensong Pool, Qualicum. 250-752-5014

TOPS Nanoose Bay 9:00am. Nanoose Bay Library Hall. 250-821-5495

Scottish Country Dance 6:30pm. Community Hall, Qualicum. 250-738-1555 Zumba Senato 6:45pm. Fluid Fitness, Parksville. 250-738-0077

eVeRY FRIdaY

Parkinson's Exercise 1:30pm. Fluid Fitness, Parksville. 250-927-4595 Coronation Street Club 2:00pm. 2nd Thu of month.

QB Legion. 250-752-4445 Belly Dancing-Qualicum 4:30pm. Beginners. Qualicum Beach. 250-752-3750

Zumba Gold 9:00am. Community Hall, Qualicum. 250-738-0077

Soul Dance 7:30pm. Hot n Cool Yoga, Qualicum Beach. 250-634-8258 eVeRY saTuRdaY

Weight Watchers 9:00am. PCCC, Parksville.

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QB Farmers Market 8:30am. Veterans Way, Qualicum Beach. 250-240-1233

Preschoolers on Move 9:15am. SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093

Men's Pool 11:00am. Legion #49, Parksville. 250-248-5633

Free Computer Tutoring 10:30am. Family Place, Parksville. 250-947-8258

eVeRY sundaY

Stroke Recovery 11:00am. St Columba Presbyterian. 250-586-6766 Bridge 1:00pm. Lighthouse Hall, Qualicum Bay. 250-757-8307

Family Swim 10:00am. Ravensong Pool, Qualicum. 250-752-5014

Tae Kwon Do 3:00pm. Lighthouse Hall, Qualicum Bay. 250-954-2263

Free Family Skate 12:15pm. Oceanside Arena, Parksville. 250-248-3252

Yoga at Eaglecrest 9:15am. Eaglcrest Golf Club. 250-951-2538

Bingo 6:00pm. Legion #49, Parksville. 250-228-9057

Women's Spin Class 5:30pm. Bodyworks Gym Parksville. 250-248-3346

Aqua Zumba 5:00pm. Ravensong Aquatic Centre. 250-752-5014

Silver Foxes Aerobics 10:30am. Bradley Centre, Coombs. 250-240-4840

Belly Dancing-Qualicum 6:30pm. Beginners. Qualicum Beach. 250-752-3750

Music Trivia Night 7:00pm. Shady Rest, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-9111

Bingo 6:00pm. Legion #49, Parksville. 250-248-5633

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Little Mountain Cafe Little Qualicum Cheeseworks

Tim Hortons Tomm’s Village Foods Weinberg’s Good Food Whiskey Creek Ice Cream Yorway Frozen Yogurt Bar

Awakening Cafe

Cafe Brie & Tea Room

Your Comfy Cafe

Bailey’s in the Village

5-177 Second Ave, Qualicum Beach

Cafes, Coffee Shops & More...

A Step Above Cafe Arts Cafe

250-594-2526 Log Cabin Ice Cream MadBee Cafe

Bread & Honey Food Company

Milner House Tea Room

162 Harrison Avenue, Parksville

Naked Naturals

250-586-1021 Bean Counter Cafe Biscotti Di Notte & More Bradley’s on Jensen Cha Ch’a Java Chuffin Cafe Coastal Cake Co. Cafe Cockney Pride Cone Zone Coombs Ice Cream Shoppe Country Pies in Coombs Creekmore’s Espresso Bar Cruiser’s Grill Eat Fresh Urban Market Farmhouse Cafe

Oceanside Arena Concession Pacific Brimm Coffee & Tea

101B-1080 Resort Dr, Parksville

250-586-8676

Casual / Family...

Perks Coffee Bar Qualicum Beach Bakery A&W Restaurant Parksville 540 East Island Hwy, Parskville

Courtyard Cafe & Patio 673 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach

250-752-4152 Quality Foods Rawthentic Eatery Riptide Lagoon Ice Cream Riso Bakery, Café & Bistro Riverside Resort Ice Cream Sandbar Cafe & Art Gallery Sandcastle Bakery

Coombs Emporium

Taste Cafe & Bistro

250-248-2040 Aioli Seafood Restaurant AJ's Island Grill Bayside Bistro & Lounge Beach House Cafe Boston Pizza Bugaboo Burgers Chester’s Chicken Coombs Market Restaurant Dairy Queen

Save-On-Foods

2300 Alberni Highway, Coombs

Serious Coffee

250-248-5895

Shanna’s Place

French Creek Bakery French Press Cafe Frosteez Karma Coffee House La Boulange Organic Breads

Ship & Shore Cafe

Lefty’s Fresh Food Restaurant

Silly-Yak Bakery

280 East Island Hwy, Parksville

Starbucks Coffee

250-954-3886

Stellario’s Italian Caffe

Extreme Eatz Food Truck

Thrifty Foods

Fairwinds Clubhouse

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Lefty’s Fresh Food Restaurant 710 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach

250-752-7530 Final Approach Restaurant Fish Tales Cafe Gary’s Bistro Grill on the Green Mary Jane’s Kitchen McDonald’s

Bavarian Sausage House Bistro 694 British Bobby Restaurant Cedars Restaurant & Lounge Chameleons China Garden Restaurant Cuckoo Trattoria & Pizzeria Cview Restaurant & Lounge

2250 Fowler Rd, Qualicum Beach

250-752-9727 Pheasant’s Nest Restaurant Seamark Restaurant Smitty’s Restaurant Subway Restaurants Tidal Taco Hut Tacqueria Talons Restaurant & Lounge Tidal Tacos Traditional Texas BBQ Trees Restaurant & Bakery Triple O’s Wild Board Bistro Yorky’s Fish’n Chips

Thalassa Restaurant & Lounge 469 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach

250-594-1150

International / Fine Dining...

Amrikko’s Indian Grill Bamboo Garden Bangkok Thai Restaurant

Pizza...

Panago Pizza Parksville 8-102 East Island Hwy, Parksville

310-0001 Butlers at the Mansion 292 Crescent Rd E, Qualicum Beach

250-752-5776

Micky J’s Bar & Grill

Smile Thai Cuisine White Elephant Thai Cuisine

Giovanni’s Ristorante Henry’s Kitchen Restaurant Kalvas Restaurant Mekong River Restaurant Nemo Sushi

Domino’s Pizza Nickolini’s Pizza Oceanside Pizza Palace Papa Gino’s Pizzeria Pizza Connection Pizza Fresh Pizza Hut Poppa’s Pizza

Pub Style...

Arlington Inn Black Goose Inn

Lemon Twist Indian Cuisine 272A West Island Hwy, Parksville

250-954-1023 New Canton Restaurant Otake Japanese Cuisine Qualicum Sushi Saigon Garden Sam’s Sushi Samurai Sushi & Teriyaki

French Creek Marine Pub 1025 Lee Road, Parksville

250-248-3713 Crown & Anchor Pub Deez Bar & Grill Fanny Bay Inn Lantzville Village Pub

Pacific Prime Restaurant 181 Beachside Drive, Parksville

250-947-2109 Smoke 'N Water Restaurant Sushi Deco Sushi Hama Sushi Ichi Tan’s Kitchen Treetop Tapas & Grill

The Shady Restaurant & Pub 3109 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach

250-752-9111 Lasqueti Island Restaurant Rocking Horse Pub Rod & Gun Sunset Lanes Sports Lounge Upper Deck Sports Bar

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