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COMMUNITY, IMAGINATION, & LAUGHTER ON STAGE TAKING PRIDE IN CREATING WONDERFUL MEMORIES THROUGH COMMUNITY THEATRE.

2017 - 2018 SEASON HILDA’S YARD by Norm Foster

Directed by Kelly Barnum

OCTOBER 12 –29, 2017 The season opener brings Norm Foster back to the Village Theatre with his token warmth and humor, and very loveable characters. This time we are in suburbs of the 1950’s in Hilda’s Yard. Empty nesters Hilda and Sam Fluck, find renewed spirit after their two grown children have finally left home. But their spunk and dreams of buying a pricey first television set to watch Gunsmoke are cut short. The children are moving back home.

Hilda’s Yard, written by a true master of one-liners and situation comedy is sure to be a crowd pleaser.

THE CHRISTMAS EXPRESS by Pat Cook

Directed by Mari Lyn Kelly

DECEMBER 14 – 31, 2017 Two hours of laughter, warmth, and the occasional tear as Satch and Hilda, who run the Holly railway station, and a crowd of town women react to the enigmatic and mysterious stranger, Leo Tennenbaum. Add in a quarrelling pair of newlyweds, a dour inspector, and you are guaranteed an evening that will send you out with a chuckle and a renewed Christmas spirit. If you like Christmas, you’ll love The Christmas Express.

HAY FEVER by Noel Coward Directed by Michael Armstrong FEBRUARY 15 – MARCH 4, 2018 Set in the 1920s, and one of Noel Coward’s brightest theatrical delights, Hay Fever follows the unconventional, risqué and often downright rude Bliss family. The Bliss family love intrigue, love arguing, and really love a spotlight. They are everything a respectable family ought not to be – unconventional, uncensored and unapologetic.

MY OLD LADY by Israel Horowitz Directed by Lynne Carrow & Sue Murguly APRIL 19 – MAY 6, 2018 Israel Horovitz has called My Old Lady his Valentine to Paris. Down on his luck, Mathias Gold learned that, true to what he calls his “loser virus,” he has inherited a valuable apartment with unexpected strings attached.

French real estate practice of “viager” in which an apartment bought at a low price can’t be occupied until the existing occupant dies and Mathilde, the present 92 year old occupant, shows no signs of expiring anytime soon. With its elite Paris setting where cultures, values, and reality collide, My Old Lady is a unique blend of comedy, drama and romance.

To purchase season tickets contact ECHO Players at 250-752-3522 or email info@echoplayers.ca The 2017/18 season brochures are also available at The Village Theatre.

Buy your subscription by August 15th and be entered in a draw to win a night for two at the Chateau Victoria and a $100.00 gift certificate for dinner.

TUE AUG 1 Rock Legends Until Aug 26. With The Beatles and British Invasion came two decades of rock-n-roll, transforming the music scene forever. Choose your preferred showtime and ticket package at www. chemainustheatrefestival.ca Chemainus Theatre Festival, 9737 Chemainus Rd, Chemainus.

1-800-565-7738 or 250656-0275

The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe Until August 13, Through the wardrobe and into a land where imagination and magic conquer all.

Follow four curious children from the English Countryside to Narnia.

25th Anniversary Special See website for show times and ticket package options. Chemainus Theatre, 9737 Chemainus Road, Chemainus.

1-800-565-7738 or 250656-0275

PineRidge Farm Market 9:00am. Providing the local region with a variety of food choices for your dinner table.

Whether you’re camping or live nearby, we are here to serve you. PineRidge RV Park & Farm Market, 2715 Turnbull Rd, Qualicum Beach.

250-619-8047

Parksville Beach Festival 9:00am. Be sure to bring your camera to this amazing event because once the exhibition is over the sculptures are gone forever. And don’t

forget to bring your own buckets and shovels as you and your family are sure to be inspired to create a little sandcastle magic of your own after viewing the sand sculptures. Until August 20, 2017. Donation Suggested: $3.00 per person. www.parksvillebeachfest.ca. Parksville Community Park, 141 E Island Hwy, Parksville.

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Yoga on the Beach 9:30am. Join us all summer. All welcome. Bring a mat and water. By cash donation, part proceeds to Van. Isl. Compassion Dogs & Rathtrevor Nature House program.

By Donation. Qualicum Beach Waterfront, beside Chamber office, Tues/Thur. Qualicum Beach. 250-951-2538

150: My Canada National Juried Art Show 10:00am. 234 paintings were entered, 65 shortlisted paintings hung and the winners will be chosen. There will also be three Honourable Mention awards. On until August 7th. TOSH Arts Centre, 122 Fern Road W, Qualicum Beach.

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Nanoose Bay Art Studios 10:00am. Nanoose Bay Studio Tour Group invites you to create your own customized summer studio tour from a wonderful variety of artists and artisans at 16 studio locations - visit www.nanoosebaystudiotour.com for studio descriptions, map and

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Nanoose Bay, various locations.

Summer by the Sea Street Market 6:00pm. Every Tuesday.

Over 140 exceptional artisans offer everything from wrought iron work, rock candles to wooden toys; we definitely have something for everyone. Add tasty food and a fabulous line-up of entertainment for your enjoyment. Come out and support our local merchants, as well as vendors traveling from all over Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands. Free Event. Craig St, Parksville. 250-228-5210

Bard to Broadway presents: Looking 7:30pm. Aug 1, 6 (2:30pm Matinee), 7 ,8 & 15. Val, Nina, Andy and Matt are four singles living average lives and “looking” for something more - love, sex and the whole damned thing.

Child $12, Sen/Stu: $21, Adult $23. Village Theatre, 110 W 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach.

Karaoke Night 9:00pm. Every Tuesday. Come join Debra & friends, show off your pipes, get in on prizes and the “cash wall” and enjoy free pool. Rod and Gun Pub, 163 Alberni Hwy, Parksville. 250248-6511

WED AUG 2 Yoga at the Beach 9:30am. Everyone is welcome to join. Drop-in, no registration required, by donation only to support Vancouver Island Compassion Dogs and local

children’s programs at the Rathtrevor Nature House at Rathtrevor Park.. Parksville Community Park Beach, 193 Beachside Dr, Parksville.

250-951-2538

Bellyfit for Women - Outdoor Fitness Class 11:15am. Mon & Wed all summer. By cash donation, part proceeds to VI Compassion Dogs. Wear yoga/fitness clothing, runners, bring yoga mat & water. Picnic Shelter in Parksville Community Park. Parksville Community Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-9512538

Handmade Pottery Porcelain, Stoneware, Raku, Woodfired Pottery, and more!

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Must Have SUMMER DOG PRODUCTS

Floating Toys, Life Jackets, Pet Water Bottles, Travel Bowls and more!

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Soupy Cafe 12:00pm. First Wednesday of the month. Community Lunch / Drop in activity time. Cards, Ping Pong, Chess. All ages welcome. Lunch by donation. Lighthouse Community Hall, 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Beach.

250-757-9991

Kombucha Workshop 3:00pm. RSVP required!

Workshops are scheduled whenever 3 people can come at the same time. If you can’t come at listed dates, email Joanne and ask for another date! Workshops are informal,interactive and fun. Email to reserve your spot. $35. Good Nature Blueberry Farm, 2795 Grafton Ave, Errington. 250-752-4816

Weight Watchers 5:00pm. Led by people who’ve succeeded on the program, so their expertise comes from real-life experience.

Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville.

250-248-6234

Store Wide Discounts Starting August 1st

Melody’s Gifts

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Magnolia Court Summer Market 6:00pm. Every Wednesday enjoy live music while browsing through a great selection of vendor goods. 6996 W. Island Hwy, Bowser. 250-9475231

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Beat the Heat Everyone Welcome Skate 6:45pm. Beat the heat this summer and go for a refreshing skate.

Everyone Welcome skates are on Wednesdays until August 23rd from 6:45-8:15pm, regular admission. Phone

RDN, Recreation and Parks 250-248-3252.

View swim and skate schedules online at rdn. bc.ca/recreation. Regular admission. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 W Island Hwy, Parksville.

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Live Music with Michael Patrick 7:00pm. Jazz guitarist and vocalist, sings beautiful covers from the great American Songbook. Smoke N Water Restaurant, 1-1600 Strougler Rd, Nanoose Bay. 250-468-7192

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7:30pm. Aug 2, 3, 12, 13 (2:30pm Matinee) & 14. Fading stars of the 1950s, George and Charlotte Hay find themselves on the brink of disaster with their steadily diminishing theatrical troupe in Buffalo, New York. Child $12, Sen/Stu: $21, Adult $23. Village Theatre, 110 W 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250752-4470

Oceanside Breast Cancer Support Group

THU AUG 3 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. Qualicum Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250752-9320

Yoga on the Beach 9:30am. Tues/Thur. Join us all summer. All welcome. Bring a mat and water. By cash donation, part proceeds to Van. Isl. Compassion Dogs & Rathtrevor Nature House program. By Donation.

Qualicum Beach waterfront, beside Chamber office. 250-951-2538

Coffee with Council 2:00pm. Residents are invited to join members of Council for coffee and an informal chat on Thursday afternoons. No appointment necessary.

Parksville City Hall, 100 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville.

250-248-6144

Uptown Market 6:00pm. Every Thursday. An assortment of vendors from artisans to farmers, entertainers and massage technicians who will be offering re-

7:00pm. The Oceanside Breast Cancer Support Group meets the first Thursday of the month.

This group is independent, non-profit, slip-on shoe support groups serving the Oceanside community for over 5 years. The Gardens, 650 Berwick North, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-8066

Newcomers Club 7:00pm. First Thursday of the month. Open to anyone who has lived in Parksville and surrounding areas for less than 5 years. For further information check out our website at www. parksvillenewcomers. net. Parksville Community Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville.

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Ladies Night with Tom Morrisey 7:00pm. Every Thursday, enjoy food and drink specials, live music! Smoke N Water Restaurant, 1-1600 Strougler Rd, Nanoose Bay. 250-468-7192

Lazy Mike Trio 7:00pm. Thursday Night Blues. 1st Thursday of each month. No cover.

Deez Bar & Grill, 3353 Island Highway W, Qualicum Beach. 250-3233298

Music Bingo 7:00pm. Fun every second Thursday night at the French Creek Marine Pub. French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Road, Parksville. 250-248-3713

Wild Whales Presentation 7:00pm. Join us for an

SHOP. EAT. MINGLE. MARKETS & MORE

PINERIDGE RV PARK & FARM MARKET Services the recreation region of Spider Lake & Horne Lake.

Full hook up RV sites, laundry, washrooms, showers, WiFi available. Open 7 days a week.

2715 Turnbull Rd, Qualicum Beach.

250-619-8047 pineridgefarm.ca

QUALICUM BEACH FARMERS MARKET Where all the local farmers come to sell. Enjoy food, music, yoga, & many 20th Anniversary celebrations. Every Saturday, 8:30am-12pm. Memorial at the Train Tracks, Qualicum Beach. www.qbfarmersmarket.com

PARKSVILLE MUSEUM FARMERS’ & ARTISAN MARKET Every Friday 4-7pm. May 26 Sep 15. Food, music & art. Enjoy picturesque grounds & historic buidlings while shopping.

1245 E. Island Highway. www.parksvillemuseum.ca

SILVER MEADOWS FARM MARKET Providing fresh produce, meat, eggs, baked goods and ice cream. Best known for amazing fresh corn and strawberries. 1019 Errington Rd, Errington. 250-248-4450.

Open Mon-Sun 9-6

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BLAST FROM THE PAST CAR FANATICS WILL CONGREGATE IN OCEANSIDE That event includes a Shriners pancake adies and gentlemen… start your engines. breakfast and the night before a Cruise night at the Parksville A&W with cars Car fanatics who choose gathering at 5 p.m. departing at 7 p.m. chrome over modern technology will congregate in Oceanside August 5 and Ocean Idlers treasurer Fred Imrie will 6 for a weekend dedicated to classics from be showing off the 1928 Model A Woody the good old days.

Wagon he built from the ground up at the Coombs Fairgrounds where he said last Row upon row of stock and modified eye year they had about 150 vehicles on display. candy will be sparkling from roof to rim … after all these classic cars are pampered more A gear head since the 1950’s, Imrie admitted the satisfaction of bringing a than your grandma’s lap dog. wreck back to life Classic car lovers and hearing an can get their fill old engine roar Saturday, August "the car collector craze is just a part of 5 at the Coombs continues to attract crowds what motivates car Fairgrounds when and a new generation of car collectors. the Blast from the enthusiasts " Past open class car “I have been involved in cars show takes place Fred Imrie ~ Ocean Idlers Treasurer from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. since I was 16 years old. It is a love of Presented by the automobiles.

In the mid 50’s customizing Ocean Idlers Car Club, the 21st annual car cars was just coming into vogue at that show will also include a pancake breakfast time,” he pointed out. put on by the Coombs Hilliers Volunteer There are plenty of reasons why people Fire Department and a BBQ lunch by the Arrowsmith Community Recreation love cars and to be at one with your machine Association. is addictive.

On Sunday, August 6 the Van Isl Shriners The beloved automobile has been a Show n Shine Club No. 16 will feature a symbol of freedom and independence display of vintage vehicles at the Parksville since 1908 when Henry Ford, determined Community Park Kite Field from 7 a.m. to build a simple, reliable and affordable car to 3:30 p.m. the average American worker could afford

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produced the Model T. Imrie added that the hot rod hobby as people like to refer to it started after the 2nd world war.

“In 1946-47, servicemen were coming back. They had been flying P 51 Mustangs with all that power in front of them. They gravitated towards motorcycles and that’s when Harley Davidson got a real boost.

Motorcycle clubs just took off because people wanted something to head on down the highway with and let them go.”

He said the custom car craze started the same way.

“Henry Ford in 1932 introduced the first flat head V8. So people came out of the war in that situation, took a V8 out of wrecking yards and plunked them in Model A Fords and roadsters and made themselves a classic hot rod which was called a jalopy. That was the evolution,” he explained.

He said being part of the Ocean Idlers organization he has an opportunity to learn and teach the appreciation for the beauty, power, mechanics, and technology of the automobile from its inception until today.

Imrie said the car collector craze continues to attract crowds and a new generation of car enthusiasts.

“It is evolving. We have recognized that as a car club. This year we have a new class

called Rat Rods.”

Imrie said with vehicles built from scrap and junk it takes recycling to a whole new level.

“If you look at them it is art unto itself.

You see ingenuity at its finest and it is inexpensive to get into,” he agreed.

Sharing the art and science of reconditioning, constructing and restoration of automobiles of all vintages is the mandate of the club which also supports local charities.

“Revenue we get from the show we put back into the community.”

He said they have donated to the Poppy Fund, ALS, Vancouver Island Compassion Dogs Society and even a robotics program at Errington Elementary School.

Entry to the Blast from the Past show is by donation for spectators. The gate receipt goes to ACRA and the Coombs Hilliers Volunteer Fire Department.

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OCEAN ILDERS CLUB www.oceanidlers.org VAN ILSE SHRINERS SHOW AND SHINE www.vanisleshrinersshowandshine.com Story by BRENDA GOUGH

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THU AUG 3 CONT... evening presentation about whales in our local waters and how you can reduce the threats they face everyday. You will be asked to pay at the door, but having a ticket will ensure you are guaranteed entry. Admission is $12 for adults and $6 for students and children under 16. eventbrite.com/e/wildwhales-presentationtickets-36208481543.

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Weight Watchers 9:00am. Led by people who’ve succeeded on the program, so their expertise comes from real-life experience.

Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville.

250-248-6234

Yoga on the Beach 9:30am. Everyone is welcome! By donation only to support local Rathtrevor Beach Nature House children’s summer programs and the Vancouver Island Compassion Dogs. Comfortable hatha style yoga fun for all ages and experience levels. Parksville Community Park Beach, 193 Beachside Drive, Parksville. 250-240-9514

Oceanside Stroke Recovery Society 11:00am. Providing pro-

fessional therapy sessions - physical exercise, speech, music and art therapy and caregivers’ counselling. St. Columbia Church Hall, 921 Wembley Mall, Parksville. 250586-6766

Parksville Museum Farmers & Artisan Market 4:00pm. Don’t miss the Farmers & Artisans Market with a free live performance! Parking across the street at the Parksville Heritage Mall.

Free museum admission - Items for purchase at market. Parksville Museum, 1245 East Island Highway, Parksville. 250248-6966

Live Music with Brodie Dawson & Luke Blu Guthrie 4:00pm. Two of the Comox Valley’s finest musicians have paired up this year as a dynamic duo! Luke Blu Guthrie and Brodie Lee Dawson have joined forces to push some big and beautiful sounds off the stage, backing each other up on the latest stylings of their original tunes. Bring everyone! Free. Parksville Museum, 1245 E Island Hwy, Parksville. 250248-6966

39th Annual Bluegrass Festival 6:00pm. The music starts Friday night and even when the stage show is over, you will find our headliners playing throughout the campsites all weekend long.

We have amazing talent on Vancouver Island!

The Festival is always the August long weekend, so please join us for traditional bluegrass music & some original tunes by our amazing homegrown talent. Coombs

11 Fairground, 1014 Ford Rd, Coombs. 250-248-1009

Outdoor Summer Concert Series 6:30pm. Real Deal Band. Friday and Saturday nights at the Picnic Shelter in the Parksville Community Park with the exception of August 19, which will be held on the Kite Field prior to the Quality Foods fireworks show. Parksville Community Park, Picnic Shelter.

250-951-2678

Music Trivia 7:00pm. Every Friday.

The Shady Waterfront Restaurant & Pub, 3109 W Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-9111

Bard to Broadway presents: The Drowsy Chaperone 7:30pm. Aug 4, 5, 9, 10, 11, 16 & 19. This Tony Award winning Broadway musical is one of Canada’s greatest theatrical success stories.

Child $12, Sen/Stu: $21, Adult $23. Village Theatre, 110 W 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250752-4470

SAT AUG 5 Blast from the Past 8:00am. Presented by the Ocean Idlers Car Club. Blast from the Past celebrates its 21st Anniversary. Public Entry by donation. Door prizes, 50/50, Car Entry $20.00

- Open Class, New Class - Rat Rods! Coombs Fairgrounds, 1014 Ford Road, Coombs. 250-752-9615

Qualicum Beach Legion Pancake Breakfast 8:30am. Every Sat (until last Sat in Sep). Includes pancakes, sausages, coffee & orange juice. Tables inside if the weather is cool or rainy. Adults $6 / Kids 5-10yrs $3 / under 5 Free. Qualicum Beach Legion Branch 76, 180 Veterans Way, Qualicum Beach.

Qualicum Beach Farmers Market 8:30am. Open Year Round. You’ll find the best in fresh fruits, vegetables and berries, plants and cut flowers, fresh baked goods, jams and jellies, fish, chicken and pork, as well as a wide range of local crafts.

Free. Qualicum Beach Community Hall, 644 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach.

39th Annual Bluegrass Festival 10:00am. You will find our headliners playing throughout the campsites all weekend long.

We have amazing talent on Vancouver Island!

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SAT AUG 5 CONT... by our amazing homegrown talent. Coombs Fairground, 1014 Ford Rd, Coombs. 250-248-1009

Outdoor Yoga 10:00am. Most Saturdays, all summer. 1hr Bring your mat & props.

Open Level class. Bring a picnic and enjoy the grounds, gift shop & boutique recycle store. $15 drop in. No class Aug 12. $15 drop in. Kathok Clear Light Meditation Centre, 2800 Grafton Ave, Errington. 250-586-5882

PineRidge RV Park & Farm Market Artisan Event 10:00am. Local Artisans gather around a beautiful setting on our farm.

Come and see what they have to offer. Free Event.

PineRidge RV Park & Farm Market, 2715 Turnbull Rd, Qualicum Beach.

250-619-8047

Errington Farmers Market 10:00am. Every Sat (until end of Sep). Fun, food, & friendship! Live music, sticky buns and variety of vendors: produce, soaps, jewelry, pottery, textiles, plants, flowers, baking & more. Errington Community Park, Errington. 250586-0099

Van Isle Shriners Show & Shine 2017 5:00pm. Come Out and Have Some Fun And Make It a Long Weekend of Car Enjoyment!

Van Isle Shriners Show & Shine Cruise Night Saturday August 5th at Parksville A&W. Gathers at 5:00pm - Departs at 7:00pm. Registration on Site. Shriners Pancake Breakfast. Shriners BBQ Hamburger/Hot Dogs.

Parking by Donation. All Day 50/50 Draw. Parks-

ville Community Park, 141 E. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-756-4952

Free Outdoor Summer Concert Series 6:30pm. Springman Family Band. Friday and Saturday nights at the Picnic Shelter in the Parksville Community Park with the exception of August 19, which will be held on the Kite Field prior to the Quality Foods fireworks show.

Parksville Community Beach, Picnic Shelter.

250-951-2678

Live Music with The Real Deal 7:00pm. Shady Rest Waterfront Restaurant & Pub, 3109 West Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-9111

Live Music with Ron Stewart 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Rd, Parksville. 250-248-3713

SUN AUG 6 Van Isle Shriners Show & Shine 2017 7:00am. Come Out and Have Some Fun And Make It a Long Weekend of Car Enjoyment!

Registration on Site.

Shriners Pancake Breakfast. Shriners BBQ Hamburger/Hot Dogs. Parking by Donation. All Day 50/50 Draw. Parksville Community Park, 141 E. Island Hwy, Parksville.

250-756-4952

39th Annual Bluegrass Festival 10:00am. You will find our headliners playing throughout the campsites all weekend long.

We have amazing talent on Vancouver Island!

The Festival is always the August long weekend, so please join us for traditional bluegrass music

13 & some original tunes by our amazing homegrown talent. Coombs Fairground, 1014 Ford Rd, Coombs. 250-248-1009

MON AUG 7 BC Day A Province Wide Civic Holiday. Come out with your friends or family and see what your city is celebrating on this Holiday.

Yoga on the Beach 9:30am. Everyone is welcome! By donation only to support local Rathtrevor Beach Nature House children’s summer programs and the Vancouver Island Compassion Dogs. Fun for all ages and experience levels. Parksville Community Park Beach, 193 Beachside Dr, Parksville.

250-240-9514

Bellyfit for Women - Outdoor Fitness Class 11:15am. Mon & Wed all summer.By cash donation, part proceeds to VI Compassion Dogs. Wear yoga/fitness clothing, runners, bring yoga mat & water. Picnic Shelter in Parksville Community Park. Parksville Community Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-9512538

Kids Summer Fun Parksville 1:00pm. For grades 4, 5 & 6. Fun activities inspire confidence, healthy relationships and community awareness. Nutritious snacks are provided. SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre, 245 Hirst Ave. W, Parksville. 250-2482093 ext. 237

Parksville Museums Garden Volunteer Days!

2:00pm. Learn from a

professional horticulture teacher, Connie Kuramoto who also teaches many classes & a Master Organics Course with the Urban Farm School.

Class by donation. Coffee, tea, hot chocolate provided. Be prepared to get your hands dirty!

Bring weather appropriate clothing, gardening questions & gardening tools.

Free/Donation. Parksville Museum, 1245 East Island Highway, Parksville. 250248-6966

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Djembe Drumming 10:30am. Aug 9 & 10.

Come learn and enjoy the art of African hand drumming. Two 3hr sessions with Drum Deva Monica Hofer. Monica will teach an introduction and summer tune up on the 8th suitable for new drummers and anyone who loves to drum in a group setting. $40/day or $65 for both. Lighthouse Community Centre, 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Beach. 250-757-8910

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Shades of Pink Fundraiser Tournament 9:00am. Shades of Pink Fundraiser Tournament in support of local cancer patients and their families. Games & activities begin at 9 A.M. Come out and support a great cause. Parksville Lawn Bowling Club, 149 E. Stanford, Parksville.

250-951-0823

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Beat the Heat Everyone Welcome Skate 6:45pm. Beat the heat this summer and go for a refreshing skate at Oceanside Place Arena. Everyone Welcome skates are on Wednesdays until August 23rd, regular admission.

Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks 250-2483252. View swim and skate schedules online at rdn.bc.ca/recreation.

Regular admission. 250248-3252.

4:00pm. The Parksville Museum Farmers’ Market’s guests will enjoy Tom’s music style; an upbeat mix of acoustic blues, rock and folk with a hint of humour. Please come on by and enjoy free live outdoor music located in the entrance of the Heritage 1942 Volunteer Firehall. Bring everyone! Parksville Museum, 1245 E Island Hwy, Parksville. 250248-6966

Michael Patrick

Berry Growing Class

7:00pm. Michael Patrick, jazz guitarist and vocalist, sings beautiful covers from the great American Songbook. Smoke N Water Restaurant, 1-1600 Strougler Rd, Nanoose Bay. 250-468-7192

FRI AUG 11

6:00pm. This is one of our classes in a series of gardening workshops held at the Parksville Museum’s Urban Farm School. This class will get you growing berries.

They are one of the easiest things to grow in this climate, and will provide you with years of delicious fruits. We will talk about raspberries, strawberries, blackberries, grapes and kiwis, as well as some more unusual fruits. $25.

Parksville Museum, 1245 E Island Hwy, Parksville.

250-248-6966

MABRRI 3rd Annual Summer BBQ

Outdoor Summer Concert Series

10:00am. You are invited to join our team in celebrating the 3rd anniversary of VIU’s Mount Arrowsmith Biosphere Region Research Institute. We will be hosting a casual and festive community BBQ at one of the MABR’s Amazing Places: Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park, Picnic Shelter S-1. We will provide games, snacks and lunch for all participants. We hope to see you there!

RSVP through Facebook or email ashleyvan. acken@viu.ca. Location: Picnic Shelter S-1. Free. www.mabr.ca Rathtrevor Provincial Park Beach.

6:30pm. Johnny Inappropriate. Friday and Saturday nights at the Picnic Shelter in the Parksville Community Park with the exception of August 19, which will be held on the Kite Field prior to the Quality Foods fireworks show. www.parksvillebeachfest.ca/free-outdoor-summer-concerts.

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Live Music with Tom Mulder

Live Music with The Spinks 7:00pm. Deez Bar & Grill, 3353 Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250752-8055

SAT AUG 12 104th Annual Coombs Fair 9:00am. Aug 12 & 13.

This year we will be

15 celebrating Canada’s 150 Anniversary with special events and demonstrations. We are also celebrating the 4-H Year of the RABBIT. EWE are in for a good time! Coombs Fairgrounds, 1014 Ford Road, Coombs. 250248-4478

VIU’s Milner Gardens & Woodland Artists in the Garden 10:00am. Aug 12 & 13.

Inspired by the amazing designs of the Mid Island Floral Art Club, Milner Gardens & Woodland invites artists to capture this beautiful setting. Painters, sketchers and photographers: bring your tripod or easel and get 50% off regular admission for this event, no registration required.

Milner Gardens & Woodland, 2179 West Island Highway, Qualicum Beach. 250-7526153

Traditional Buddhist Consecration Ceremony in Coombs 2:00pm. August 12, 13 & 14. A 3 day intensive puja in Tibetan, with English texts, with High Tibetan Lamas. The blessings and healing energy of this event is the first of its kind on Vancouver Island. For Buddhists & non Buddhists alike to soak up the blessings & healing power! Public welcome.

By donation. Kathok Clear Light Meditation Centre, 2800 Grafton Ave, Errington. 250586-5882

free-outdoor-summerconcerts. Parksville Community Park, Picnic Shelter. 250-951-2678

Live Music with The Enablers 7:00pm. The Shady Waterfront Restaurant & Pub, 3109 Island Hwy W, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-9111

Live Music with Center Piece 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Rd, Parksville. 250248-3713

SUN AUG 13

Free Outdoor Summer Concert Series

Second Sunday Market and Pancake Breakfast

6:30pm. Eddie and the Funk. Friday and Saturday nights at the Picnic Shelter in the Parksville Community Park with the exception of August 19, which will be held on the Kite Field prior to the Quality Foods fireworks show. www. parksvillebeachfest.ca/

8:00am. Meet up with your friends for some great shopping, along with pancake breakfast and live music. A fun family atmosphere.

Over 50 vendors with everything from unique, handmade arts/crafts, new items, vintage collectibles, baking, tools

and household goods.

Pancake breakfast 8-noon. Lighthouse Community Hall, 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Beach. 250-757-8172

Esso Fun Day-Female Try it Hockey 2:00pm. Free female Try it Hockey for first time hockey participants, ages 5-13 years old. Hockey gear supplied includes; free jersey one hour onice session 45 minute off-ice session snacks and drinks included Free. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 W Island Highway, Parksville.

250-240-1992

MON AUG 14 Yoga on the Beach 9:30am. Everyone is welcome! By donation only to support local Rathtrevor Beach Nature House children’s summer programs and the Vancouver Island Compassion Dogs. Fun for all ages and experi-

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AUGUST 2017

LARRY AGUILAR GALLERY DONATING TO THE QUALICUM BEACH ANIMAL HOSPITAL COMPASSION FUND.

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ualicum Beach potters Dee and collected for decades around the world in Larry Aguilar are throwing more discerning homes and embassies. than clay this month.

His specialties include porcelain, raku, The pair has also thrown down horsehair and wood fired pieces and the a challenge to other artists in the community public is invited to come by the studio and to donate a portion of their August sales to see some unique firings. a charity of their choice.

Dee whose raku piercing and carving work Dee said Larry will be donating 10 percent is one-of-a-kind specializes in functional of all sales from the Larry Aguilar Gallery to ware and she said you never know who will the Qualicum Beach be creating works Animal Hospital of art in the busy compassion fund. studio.

"I want to make this a During the month “We encourage personal challenge to every of August there people to visit and will also be special watch the process. artist in our district. " events taking place We are also pulling Dee Aguilar ~ Larry Aguilar Gallery at their working in some other local studio which is artists to come and located at 995 demonstrate,” Dee Meadowlark Place. said.

The active studio/gallery in Qualicum Several local artisans have pieces on Beach which re-opened in June this year display at the gallery and Dee said they has undergone a makeover. are open late on weekends so people can shop after enjoying a day in the sun.

Larry who is 81 years young has been creating beautiful pottery for 44 years and “On Friday and Saturday we are open chances are you can see him at the wheel until 8 p.m. because so many people are or loading the kiln. at the beach on the weekend. Who wants Larry’s inspired stone work has been to go shopping when you could be on the

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beach?” she laughed.

What will you find in the gallery?

“Wood carvings, masks, jewellery and other potters work. We have a diverse range of things,” Dee explained.

She said there are sculptures by metal artist Dave Kasprick including a collaboration Larry and Dave did.

Their joint effort resulted in a formidable composition of an octopus holding two of Larry’s vessels.

Other three dimensional art at the gallery features work by Teom Lim, Eden Elementals, Carol Ford, Yolanda Anderson, Scott Taylor, Dan Krystalowich and Danielle Bluestone and Courtney Powell of Trees and Me. Dee said a portion of sales from those artists will also go to the compassion fund.

“I want to make this a personal challenge to every artist in our district. Take a portion of their sales in August or September and put it towards a cause of your own choosing,” she said, and added, “My goal at the end of August is $1000 for the animal care compassion fund.”

Dee explained the fund helps animals that come in and need care for which their

human parents cannot afford.

“Dr. Ashley Bernauer and her amazing team at the hospital work hard to treat every animal that needs care.”

The veterinarian has been in the community since July 2015 and since then has hosted free pet health seminars at the Qualicum Beach Community Hall.

Bernauer said there was an a similar compassion fund at the former vet clinic she worked at and when she set up her practice in Qualicum Beach she wanted to assist people here who needed financial help.

“We started the fund to help people and pets when owners don’t have enough money to pay for vet care,” she explained.

She said she feels blessed to live in a community where people care and she will be hosting more free pet seminars in the fall.

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THU AUG 17

TUE AUG 15 Summer by the Sea Street Market

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Come out and support our local merchants, as well as vendors traveling from all over Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands. Free Event. Craig St, Parksville. 250-2285210

WED AUG 16 Eaglecrest Garden Club Monthly Meeting 5:00pm. No Meeting this month. Annual Picnic for members. non members $3. Qualicum Beach Rotary Club, 2945 w. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6359

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6:45pm. Beat the heat this summer and go for a refreshing skate. Everyone Welcome skates are on Wednesdays until August 23rd, regular admission. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks 250-248-3252. View swim and skate schedules online at rdn.bc.ca/ recreation. Oceanside Place, 830 W Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-

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. Qualicum Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250752-9320

Coffee with Council 2:00pm. Residents are invited to join members of Council for coffee and an informal chat on Thursday afternoons. No appointment necessary.

Parksville City Hall, 100 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville.

250-248-6144

French Conversation 2:30pm. Informal drop-in to maintain or improve your French.

2:30 to 4:00pm in the Serious Coffee meeting room. For info, call David.

Serious Coffee, 1209 E Island Hwy, Parksville.

250-738-0819

Music Bingo 7:00pm. Fun every second Thursday night at the French Creek Marine Pub. French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Road, Parksville. 250-248-3713

Live Music with Ginger and Blonde 7:00pm. Deez Bar & Grill, 3353 Island Hwy,

19 Qualicum Beach. 250752-8055

FRI AUG 18 Live Music with Mud and Murdoch 4:00pm. Sarah ‘mud’ Osborne and Mike Murdoch are a hypnotic duo with a story of “love at first song”. Their strong musical bond was forged around a fire among the old growth forest and thick salty air of the west coast. Bring everyone! Free. Parksville Museum, 1245 E Island Hwy, Parksville. 250248-6966

Food Preservation Class 6:00pm. This class will talk about how to dry, freeze, make jams and both pressure can and boiling water bath. This class is a prerequisite for a hands on class, date to be announced. The cost of the class is $25, with a $10 one-time fee for nonmembers that includes a one-year membership to the Parksville Museum.

All remaining classes are $25. Parksville Museum, 1245 East Island Highway, Parksville. 250-248-6966

Free Outdoor Summer Concert Series 6:30pm. Lazy Mike & the Rockin’ Recliners.

Friday and Saturday nights at the Picnic Shelter in the Parksville Community Park with

the exception of August 19, which will be held on the Kite Field prior to the Quality Foods fireworks show. www.parksvillebeachfest.ca/free-outdoor-summer-concerts.

Parksville Community Beach, Picnic Shelter.

250-951-2678

Music Trivia TUESDAYS 6PM - 9PM DOWNTOWN PARKSVILLE

7:00pm. Every Friday.

The Shady Waterfront Restaurant & Pub, 3109 W Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-9111

JUNE 13 - AUGUST 29 CALL 250-248-3613 FOR MORE INFO OR EMAIL: STREETMARKET@PARKSVILLECHAMBER.COM

Live Music with The Enablers 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Rd, Parksville. 250-248-3713

SAT AUG 19 Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup 10:00am. Come help us clean the beaches of Deep Bay! All supplies will be provided as well as refreshments and snacks.

This is a great opportunity to make a positive impact on our local ecosystem and help keep our beaches beautiful. Advance registration required. Register for free here: http://shorelinecleanup.ca/cleanups/ yklp3. Deep Bay Marine Field Station, 370 Crome Pt Rd, Deep Bay. 250-7406611

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SAT AUG 19 CONT... ally from the community and visitors from out of town. There will be live music, pony rides, face painting, and many activities for children including fossil rubbing, a live owl demonstration, headband making, oldfashioned washboard, pioneer games, and much more.. Qualicum Beach Museum, 587 Beach Road, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-5533

Bulls, Broncs & Barrels 2017 1:00pm. A two-day rodeo weekend with cowboys & cowgirls from BC and Alberta farms and cattle ranches, competing in the Bull Riding, Bareback Riding and Saddle Bronc events. And the Island’s best barrel racers riding horses. Beverage garden, concession & food trucks, t-shirt sales, 50/50 draws, Western drill team, pancake breakfast and Saturday

night rock-and-country dance ($25 no minors) where you can meet the cowboys on the competition circuit from BC’s biggest rodeos. Adult: $20 Child: $FREE 6 & under Senior: $15 Student: $15. www.viwesternheritage.com. Coombs Rodeo Grounds, Coombs.

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Outdoor Summer Concert Series 6:30pm. Younger Than Yesterday & Curds & Whey. Friday and Saturday nights at the Picnic Shelter in the Parksville Community Park with the exception of August 19, which will be held on the Kite Field prior to the Quality Foods fireworks show. Free. www. parksvillebeachfest.ca/ free-outdoor-summerconcerts. Parksville Community Beach, Picnic Shelter. 250-9512678

Live Music with Ryder Bachman 7:00pm. Shady Rest

Waterfront Restaurant & Pub, 3109 West Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-9111

Hi Neighbour Day Dance 8:00pm. The Errington Hall’s 48th annual Hi Neighbour Day dance goes ‘old school’ when local band Revolving Doors takes the stage. Formerly known as the Alumni Band, Revolving Doors features alumni of the old Parksville Elementary School (re-purposed as the McMillan Arts Centre). Adult: $15. Errington War Memorial Hall, 1390 Errington Road, Errington.

250-248-5106

Live Music with The Enablers 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Rd, Parksville. 250-248-3713

Quality Foods Festival of Lights in Parksville 9:45pm. You won’t want to miss this award-winning fireworks display simulcast to music! Be

sure to tune in to 88.5 FM The Beach from your boat, car or portable radio. Fireworks to begin at dusk. Parksville Community Park, 141 E. Island Hwy, Parksville.

250-954-2262

SUN AUG 20 Kidfest 10:00am. Lots of interactive games and live entertainment, including free crafts and various activities for kids under 14 years old.

Bouncy castles, slides, climbing walls and more!

Community Park, 141 E. Island Hwy, Parksville. kidfest.ca

QF Children’s Sandcastle Competition 11:00am. Come join the fun family event and take part in our annual QF Children’s Sandcastle Competition (Registration 9am). Parksville Community Beach.

Ocean Mile Swim 3:00pm. A chance to get your name on one

SUNDAY, AUGUST 20 A low cost, fun-filled, kid friendly event where families can enjoy exciting musical entertainment, interactive activities, tasty food and quality family time.

10am to 3pm at Parksville Community Park

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21 of the coveted trophies in 14 award categories.

The Ocean Mile Swim tests your skills in just ‘one’ mile at the Qualicum Beach waterfront.

Competition is friendly, the setting is quaint, and you’ll be registering every year for this all ages event. Register at 1pm by the Beach Hut. Race starts at 3 pm. Qualicum Beach. 250-752-5014

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MON AUG 21

Picnic and Play Events- Maple Lane Community Park

Parksville Probus Club 8:30am. Monthly Guest Speaker: Cpl Jesse Foreman “The Opioid Crisis in Canada”. An offshoot of Rotary, Parksville Probus Club is a non-political, non-religious, non-profit organization for retired folks who finally have the time to pursue broader areas of learning. Quality Resort Bayside, 240 Dogwood St, Parksville.

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WED AUG 23 Beat the Heat Everyone Welcome Skate

Live Music with The Konsorados 4:00pm. A unique blend of prairie roots and coastal landscape. Donna Konsorado reveals a collection of banjo and acoustic guitar-based country and folk. Parksville Museum, 1245 E Island Hwy, Parksville.

250-248-6966

5:00pm. Kids bring your adults and your dinner to Maple Lane Community Park. This is a free family event and a great way to enjoy your community park. Games and activities are provided by the RDN Recreation and Parks leader. Propane BBQ’s are welcome.

Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks at 250-2483252 for more information. Free, www.rdn. bc.ca/recreation. Maple Lane Community Park, 1035 Maple Lane Dr, San Pareil. 250-248-3252

6:45pm. Beat the heat this summer and go for a refreshing skate. Everyone Welcome skates are on Wednesdays until August 23rd. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks 250-248-3252.

View swim and skate schedules online at rdn. bc.ca/recreation. Regular admission. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 West Island Hwy, Parksville.

250-248-3252

Fruit Tree Growing Class

THU AUG 24

Jon Miller Jazz Quartet

Live Music with Easy Street Duo

7:00pm. Come hear the exciting debut featuring Hammond B3 organ marvel Tony Genge along with guitar great Rob Cheramy, one of Canada’s top female saxophon-

7:00pm. Deez Bar & Grill, 3353 Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250752-8055

6:00pm. Experience the bounty of growing your own fruit, even if you just have a small yard. $25, with a $10 one-time fee for nonmembers that includes a one-year membership to the Parksville Museum.

All remaining classes are $25. Parksville Museum, 1245 East Island Highway, Parksville. 250248-6966

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AUGUST 19 & 20, 2017

BULLS, BRONCOS & BARRELS VANCOUVER ISLAND’S ONLY ROUGH STOCK RODEO

alented cowboys and cowgirls beverage garden, pancake breakfast and will be showing off their equine camping for attendees. agility when the Vancouver Cooper said money raised at the event Island Western Heritage supports the Cops for Cancer Barrel Race Association presents Bulls, Broncs, & Barrels Charity.

August 19 and 20 at the Coombs Rodeo The Vancouver Island Western Heritage Grounds.

Association is a non-profit organization that is Kimberly Cooper dedicated business who is with the non owners, farmers, profit organization and volunteers "This is our third annual event. that puts on the from throughout We want to bring rodeo back event said it is Vancouver Island. to the Island."

Vancouver Island’s It started in 2013 only rough stock with the goal of Kimberly Cooper rodeo and will presenting rodeo Vancouver Island Western Heritage Association feature sports full events on the of tradition and Island and to pageantry. celebrate BC’s western heritage.

Contestants will be competing for a big Rodeos have been around for a long cash jackpot and of course bragging rights time. They started out as competitions of in bull riding, bareback riding, ranch bronc individuals and animals competing against and barrel racing. their neighbouring ranches to see who had There will be food trucks, vendors, a the most skilled cowhands and the best Saturday night steak dinner and dance, animals.

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Cooper said the Coombs Rodeo Grounds has a history of hosting rodeos but eight years ago the rodeos dried up like buzzard bait.

She said they are trying to bring back the sport and its heritage but without calf roping or steer wrestling.

“This is our third annual event. We want to bring rodeo back to the Island. We are the only one left on the Island, as far as I know,” she said.

She said last year the main event had about 25 competitors and there were close to 40 barrel racers.

“We have people that come from Kamloops, Merritt … all over BC. We are trying to bring more riders from other areas to remind them that Coombs rodeo is coming back,” she acknowledged.

Of course it wouldn’t be legit without a rodeo clown and Sneaky Pete will be back again to keep the crowds entertained.

Cooper admitted the former professional bare back rider has the toughest job at the

event.

“Sneaky Pete is well known for his shenanigans. He is made out of titanium.

He is amazing,” she agreed and added, “He is passionate about the sport and is trying to promote it and get more riders to come out.”

She said there is some big coin up for grabs so the competition should be exciting.

The cash prizes for contestants includes a bare back pot of gold of $5000; bull riding $4000; ranch broncs $3000 and barrel racing $1000.

Tickets can be purchased at the gate. They are $20 for the day or $35 for the weekend.

Students and seniors are $15 and kids 6 and under are free.

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COOMBS RODEO GROUNDS 2601 Alberni Hwy, Parksville www.viwesternheritage.com Story by BRENDA GOUGH

THINGS TO DO 2 HOURS ARTS CENTRES The Old School House Art Centre Opens 10am Tuesday-Saturday and 12pm Monday and close 4:30pm.

Also open Sunday’s Jul-Aug. 122 Fern Road West, Qualicum Beach 250-752-6133 www.theoldschoolhouse.org

McMillan Art Centre Opens 10am Tuesday-Saturday and close 4:00pm.

133 McMillan Arts Centre, Parksville 250-248-8185 www.mcmillanartscentre.com

MUSEUM VISIT The Qualicum Beach Museum Tues-Sat 10am-4pm.

Beach Road, Qualicum Beach 250-752-5533 www.qbmuseum.ca

Parksville Museum 1245 East Island Highway, Parksville 250-248-6966 www.parksvillemuseum.ca

2/4/6 HOURS

TRIP TO THE FARM

CAVING

Morningstar Farm

Horne Lake Caving & Outdoors

403 Lowry's Road, Parksville 250-954-3931 www.morningstarfarm.ca

3905 Horne Lake Caves Rd, Qualicum Beach 250-248-7829 www.hornelake.com

Hamilton Hobby Farm 403 Lowry's Road, Parksville 250-954-3931 www.morningstarfarm.ca

SHOPPING

GARDEN TOURS & TEA

2326 Alberni Highway, Coombs 250-248-6272 www.oldcountrymarket.com

Milner Gardens and Woodland 2179 Island Hwy W, Qualicum Beach 250-752-6153 www2.viu.ca/milnergardens

BOWLING Sunset Lanes 678 Island Hwy E, Parksville 250-248-6411 www.sunsetlanes.ca

GO-KARTING Fast Time Grandprix 1460 Springhill Road, Parksville 250-668-9135 www.fasttimegrandprix.ca

Coombs Old Country Coombs Market

Summer By The Sea Street Market Downtown Parksville, Craig Street 250-248-3613 www.parksvillechamber.com/events/ summer-by-the-sea-market

WATER TOURS/FISHING Water Bear Adventures C Doc at Marina, 1055 Lee Rd, Parksville 250-927-7732 www.waterbearadventures.ca

Haida Gold Tours & Fishing Schooner Cove, Nanoose Bay 250-821-3309 haidagold.ca

ADVENTURE/NATURE/ WILDLIFE TOURS

SPA DAY

PARKS, HIKES & TRAILS

The Grotto Spa

Provincial Parks, Trails & Beaches

Pacific Rainforest Adventureours Inc.

1155 Resort Dr, Parksville 250-250-248-1838 www.grottospa.com

Maps and Information available at the visitors centres.

250-248-3667 www.rainforestnaturehikes.com

Parksville 250-248-3613 www.parksvillechamber.com

Butterfly World & Gardens

MINI GOLF

Qualicum Beach 250-752-9532 www.qualicum.bc.ca

1080 Winchester Rd, Coombs 250-248-7026 www.nature-world.com

4 HOURS

6 HOURS

SKYDIVING

KAYAKING

Paradaise Fun Park & Bumper Boats

Skydiving Vancouver Island

Adventuress Sea Kayaking

375 West Island Highway 250-248-6237 www.paradisefunpark.net

9-1000 Ravensbourne Lane 1-877-360-JUMP(5867) www.skydivevancouverisland.com

889 Little Mountain Road, Parksville 250-755-6702 www.adventuress.ca

Riptide Lagoon Adventure Golf 1000 Resort Dr, Parksville 250-248-8290 www.riptidelagoon.com

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TUE AUG 29

ists Monik Nordine and leader Miller on drums. tickets available online: mcmillanartscentre. com $15/$12 from OCAC Members. McMillan Arts Centre, 133 McMillan St, Parksville.

250-248-8185

Graffiti Letters workshop 9yrs+

SAT AUG 26 Blue Tie Golf Day Fundraiser 9:30am. We are holding our 4th annual Fundraiser for the Island Prostate Center in Victoria. Our total donations have been $65,500. The golf is a team scramble shotgun, lot of fun golf challenges & a great fib & chicken dinner to follow. Please call with any questions, $170 c/w $100 income tax reciept c/w golf & dinner. Morningstar Golf Club, 525 Lowrys Road, Parksville. 250-954-2265

Live Music with Kelly Fawcett 7:00pm. Shady Rest Waterfront Restaurant & Pub, 3109 West Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-9111

MON AUG 28 Yoga on the Beach 9:30am. Everyone is welcome! By donation only.

Fun for all ages and experience levels. Parksville Community Park Beach, 193 Beachside Dr, Parksville. 250-240-9514

9:00am. We call on our ‘street art smarts’ to experiment with a funky and fun lettering style.

You will create something from a single letter or inspiring word in this workshop. Choose from either the 9-11years workshop at 9:00 am to 12:00 pm or 12 years+ workshop from 1:004:00 pm. $30/person.

Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks to pre-register.

MacMillan Arts Centre, 133 McMillan St, Parksville. 250-248-3252

Joke of the Month We had just finished tucking our five kids into bed when three-yearold Billy began to wail.

Turns out, he had accidentally swallowed a penny and was sure he was going to die.

Desperate to calm him, my husband palmed a penny that he had in his pocket and pretended to pull it from Billy’s ear.

Billy was delighted. In a flash, he snatched it from my husband’s hand, swallowed it, and demanded, “Do it again!”

WED AUG 30 Yoga at the Beach 9:30am. Drop-in, no registration required, by donation only. Parksville Community Park Beach, 193 Beachside Dr, Parksville. 250-951-2538

THU AUG 31 Music Bingo 7:00pm. Fun every second Thursday night at the French Creek Marine Pub. French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Road, Parksville. 250-248-3713

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The Parksville Community & Conference Centre offers over 20,000 sq. ft. of dedicated meeting space. The Centre boasts a lovely 550 seat auditorium/ theatre with bar/servery area, banquet facilities for 380, four meeting rooms and a full service catering kitchen.

132 E. Jensen Avenue, PO Box 1125 Parksville BC V9P 2H2 P: (250) 248-6234 F: (250) 248-8634 www.parksvillecentre.com | info@parksvillecentre.com

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LIVE MUSIC TUE AUG 1

Karaoke Night 9:00pm. Rod and Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 WED AUG 2

Michael Patrick 7:00pm. Smoke N Water, Nanoose. 250-468-7192 THU AUG 3

Tom Morrisey 7:00pm. Smoke N Water, Nanoose. 250-468-7192

Lazy Mike Trio 7:00pm. Deez Bar & Grill, Qualicum. 250-323-3298

Open Mic 7:30pm. Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 FRI AUG 4

Brodie Dawson & Luke Blu Guthrie 4:00pm. Parksville Museum. 250-248-6966

Bluegrass Festival 6:00pm. Coombs Fairground. 250-248-1009

Summer Concert Series 6:30pm. Parksville Community Park. 250-951-2678 SAT AUG 5

Bluegrass Festival 10:00am. Coombs Fairground. 250-248-1009

Summer Concert Series 6:30pm. Parksville Community Beach. 250-951-2678

The Real Deal 7:00pm. The Shady Restaurant & Pub, Qualicum. 250-752-9111

Ron Stewart 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub. 250-248-3713 SUN AUG 6

Bluegrass Festival

10:00am. Coombs Fairground. 250-248-1009 TUE AUG 8

Street Market 6:00pm. Craig St, Parksville. 250-228-5210

Karaoke Night 9:00pm. Rod and Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 WED AUG 9

Michael Patrick 7:00pm. Smoke N Water, Nanoose. 250-468-7192 THU AUG 10

Tom Morrisey 7:00pm. Smoke N Water, Nanoose. 250-468-7192

The Spinks 7:00pm. Deez Bar & Grill, Qualicum. 250-752-8055

Open Mic 7:30pm. Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 FRI AUG 11

Tom Mulder 4:00pm. Parksville Museum. 250-248-6966

Summer Concert Series 6:30pm. Parksville Community Beach. 250-951-2678 SAT AUG 12

Summer Concert Series 6:30pm. Parksville Community Park. 250-951-2678

The Enablers

Parksville. 250-248-6511 WED AUG 16

Michael Patrick 7:00pm. Smoke N Water, Nanoose. 250-468-7192 THU AUG 17

Tom Morrisey 7:00pm. Smoke N Water, Nanoose. 250-468-7192

Ginger and Blonde 7:00pm. Deez Bar & Grill, Qualicum. 250-752-8055

Open Mic 7:30pm. Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 FRI AUG 18

Mud and Murdoch 4:00pm. Parksville Museum. 250-248-6966

Summer Concert Series 6:30pm. Parksville Community Beach. 250-951-2678

The Enablers 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub. 250-248-3713 SAT AUG 19

Summer Concert Series 6:30pm. Parksville Community Beach. 250-951-2678

Ryder Bachman 7:00pm. Shady Rest Restaurant & Pub, Qualicum. 250-752-9111

Hi Neighbour Day Dance

7:00pm. The Shady Rest Restaurant & Pub, Qualicum. 250-752-9111

8:00pm. Errington War Memorial Hall. 250-248-5106

Center Piece

8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub. 250-248-3713

8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub. 250-248-3713 TUE AUG 15

Karaoke Night 9:00pm. Rod and Gun Pub,

The Enablers

TUE AUG 22

Karaoke Night 9:00pm. Rod and Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511

WED AUG 23

Michael Patrick 7:00pm. Smoke N Water, Nanoose. 250-468-7192 THU AUG 24

Tom Morrisey 7:00pm. Smoke N Water, Nanoose. 250-468-7192

Easy Street Duo 7:00pm. Deez Bar & Grill, Qualicum. 250-752-8055

Open Mic 7:30pm. Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 FRI AUG 25

The Konsorados 4:00pm. Parksville Museum,. 250-248-6966

Jon Miller Jazz Quartet 7:00pm. The MAC, Parksville. 250-248-8185 SAT AUG 26

Kelly Fawcett 7:00pm. The Shady Restaurant & Pub, Qualicum.

250-752-9111 TUE AUG 29

Karaoke Night 9:00pm. Rod and Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 WED AUG 30

Michael Patrick 7:00pm. Smoke N Water, Nanoose. 250-468-7192 THU AUG 31

Tom Morrisey 7:00pm. Smoke N Water, Nanoose. 250-468-7192

The Jagsters 7:00pm. Deez Bar & Grill, Qualicum. 250-752-8055

Open Mic 7:30pm. Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511

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EVERY WEEK EVERY MONDAY

EVERY MONDAY

EVERY TUESDAY Woodcarving

TOPS 4248 Parksville

Badminton

8:45am. St Anne's Church, Parksville. 250-594-0101

6:30pm. Christian Fellowship Centre, Qualicum.

9:15am. Qualicum Elementary. 250-951-3001

Core Strength Yoga

Level 1/2 Yoga

Fun Bridge

9:30am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-654-2273

9:30am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-654-2273

9:15am. Qualicum Seniors Centre. 250-752-0420

Members Yoga

Bellyfit for Women

Level 1 Yoga

9:30am. Qualicum Seniors Centre. 250-752-0420

11:15am. Picnic Shelter, Parksville Park. 250-951-2538

9:30am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-654-2273

Yoga on the Beach

Vortex Dancing

9:30am. Parksville Community Park. 250-951-2538

7:00pm. Do it the BalanChIng Way, Qualicum 250-752-8152

Members Yoga

Meditation & Relaxtion

11:00am. Qualicum Seniors Centre. 250-752-0420

7:00pm. Penny's Yoga, Parksville. 250-240-3569

Parksville Rotary Club

Badminton / Ping Pong

11:45am. Quality Resort Bayside, Parksville.

Balance Class 12:00pm. Fluid Fitness, Parksville. 250-927-4595

Oceanside Floor Curling 1:00pm. Arrowsmith Hall, Coombs. 250-586-8323

Carpet Bowling 12:45pm. Civic Centre, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-7414

Kids Summer Fun 1:00pm. SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre, Parksville.

250-248-2093 ext. 237

50+ All Levels Yoga 3:00pm. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-654-2273

7:00pm. Lighthouse Hall, Qualicum Bay. 250-757-8307

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

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

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

Arbutus Toastmasters 7:00pm. Parksville Community Centre. 250-248-1926

Lifetree Cafe 7:00pm. Our Saviour Lutheran Church, Parksville.

250-248-6644

Yoga on the Beach 9:30am. QB Waterfront at Memorial. 250-951-2538

Socrates Cafe 10:00am. The Meadows Hall, Parksville. 250-951-9952

Yoga at Eaglecrest 10:30am. Eaglecrest Golf charlottecrowley@shaw.ca

Better Body's Fitness 10:30am. Bradley Centre, Parksville. 250-240-4840

Spinners 10:30am. Lighthouse Hall, Qualicum Bay. 778-424-1001

Qigong 11:30am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-654-2273

Peace Vigil 12:00pm. Clocktower, Parksville 250-248-8809

Rotary Noon 12:00pm. Quality Inn Bayside, Parksville. 250-752-0794

EVERY TUESDAY Summer by the Sea Street Market 6:00pm. Craig St, Parksville. 250-228-5210

TOPS Dashwood 6:30pm. Community Hall, Little Qualicum. 250-752-1275

Texas Hold'em 7:00pm. Legion #76, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-9632

EVERY WEDNESDAY Parksville Rotary AM 7:00am. The Beach Club Resort, Parksville.

All Levels Yoga 8:00am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-654-2273

Yoga on the Beach 9:30am. Parksville Community Park. 250-951-2538

Painters Group 10:00am. McMillan Arts Centre, Parksville. 250-248-8185

Members Yoga 11:15am. Qualicum Seniors Centre. 250-752-0420

Carpet Bowling 12:45pm. Civic Centre, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-7414

Seniors Are Talking 1:00pm. SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093

Oceanside Floor Curling 1:00pm. Arrowsmith Hall, Coombs. 250-586-8323

Qigong

EVERY TUESDAY Qualicum Sunrise Rotary

4:30pm. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-654-2273

7:00am. Rotary House, Qualicum Beach.

1:00pm. Lighthouse Hall, Qualicum Bay. 250-757-9900

Bingo

All Levels Yoga

Ladies Pool

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

8:00am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-654-2273

1:00pm. Legion #76, Qualicum. 250-752-9632

Rotary Club of QB

Better Body's Fitness

Level 1/2 Yoga

TOPS Qualicum

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

9:00am. Civic Centre, Qualicum. 250-240-4840

4:30pm. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-654-2273

4.00pm Senior's Center Qualicum. 250-752-8192

Carpet Bowling

Singing in French 1:30pm. Please call for location. 250-248-8714

Yoga Philosophy 2:30pm. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-654-2273

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EVERY WEDNESDAY Belly DancingQualicum 4:30pm. Qualicum Beach.

250-752-3750

Qigong 4:30pm. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-654-2273

Weight Watchers 5:00pm. Parksville Community Centre. 250-248-6234

EVERY THURSDAY Level 1/2 Yoga

All Levels Yoga

9:30am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-654-2273

7:30pm. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-654-2273

Yoga on the Beach

Ladies Pool

9:30am. QB Waterfront at Memorial. 250-951-2538

Better Body's Fitness 10:30am. Bradley Centre, Parksville. 250-240-4840

ESL Conversation Group

Belly Dancing

1:30pm. Career Centre, Parksville 250-248-3205x243

6:00pm. Qualicum Beach.

250-752-3750

Qigong

Magnolia Court Summer Market 6:00pm. Magnolia Court, Bowser. 250-947-5231

11:30am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-654-2273

Drop in Bridge 12:30pm. Qualicum Seniors Centre. 250-752-0420

All Levels Yoga

Mexican Dominos

6:00pm. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-654-2273

1:00pm. Legion #76, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-9632

TOPS Parksville

Carpet Bowling

6:30pm. Eagles Hall, Parksville. 250-248-5295

Scottish Country Dance 6:30pm. Community Hall, Qualicum. 250-738-1555

Mt. Arrowsmith Pipe Band Practice 6:45pm. Arbutus Grove Church, Parksville.

Zumba Senato 6:45pm. Fluid Fitness, Parksville. 250-738-0077

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

EVERY THURSDAY Members Zumba Gold 8:45am. Qualicum Seniors Centre. 250-752-0420

EVERY THURSDAY

1:00pm. Lighthouse Hall, Qualicum Bay. 250-757-9900

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

Belly Dancing-Qualicum 4:30pm. Qualicum Beach.

250-752-3750

Rainbow Stew Cloggers 5:00pm. Nanoose Place.

250-228-9057

Yoga Core Strength 5:15pm. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-654-2273

Uptown Market 6:00pm. Downtown, Qualicum Beach. 250-738-9008

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

Better Body's Fitness

Belly Dancing

9:00am. Civic Centre, Qualicum. 250-240-4840

6:00pm. Qualicum Beach.

250-752-3750

7:30pm. Legion #49, Parksville. 250-228-9057

Old Time Fiddlers 7:30pm. Rotary House, Qualicum Beach. 250-594-3750

EVERY FRIDAY 4:00pm. Parksville Museum, Parksville.

Women's Spin Class

5:30pm. Bodyworks Gym Parksville. 250-248-3346

Qigong 7:00pm. Do it the BalanChIng Way, Qualicum. 250-752-8152

Music Trivia Night

EVERY FRIDAY All Levels Yoga

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

8:45am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-654-2273

Teen Swim

TIC TAC 9:00am. SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-752-2040

TOPS Nanoose Bay 9:00am. Nanoose Bay Library Hall. 250-468-7621

Weight Watchers 9:00am. Parksville Community Centre. 250-248-6234

Yoga on the Beach 9:30am. Parksville Community Park. 250-951-2538

50+ Levels Yoga 10:30am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-654-2273

Stroke Recovery 11:00am. St Columba Presbyterian. 250-586-6766

Members Only Darts 9:00am. Qualicum Seniors Centre. 250-752-0420

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

Drop-In Darts 7:30pm. Legion #76, Qualicum. 250-752-9632

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

Pancake Breakfast 8:30am. Legion Branch 76, Qualicum Beach.

Errington Farmers Market 10:00am. Errington Community Park, Errington.

250-586-0099

Level 2 Yoga 10:00am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-654-2273

Men's Pool

Oceanside Floor Curling

11:00am. Legion #49, Parksville. 250-248-5633

1:00pm. Arrowsmith Hall, Coombs. 250-586-8323

EVERY SUNDAY Family Swim

Bridge

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

1:00pm. Lighthouse Hall, Qualicum Bay. 250-757-8307

Mind in Motion 1:30pm. Parksville Community Centre. 250-248-3252

Farmers & Artisan Market

Bingo

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

Ballroom/Latin Classes

6:30pm. Lighthouse Centre, Bowser. 778-424-9994

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LOCAL DINING Cafes, Coffee Shops & More A Step Above Cafe 250-752-9281 Cafe Adagio 250-947-5688 Awakening Cafe 250-752-3553 Bailey’s in the Village 250-752-7584 Bean Counter Cafe 250-757-9565 Biscotti Di Notte 250-752-3637 Bradley’s on Jensen 250-954-2085 Bread & Honey Food Co. 250-586-1021 Cafe Brie & Tea Room 250-594-2526 Cha Cha Java 250-248-4225 Coastal Cake Co. 250-586-6642

Farmhouse Cafe 250-248-5519

Serious Coffee 250-586-0188

French Creek Bakery 250-248-2080

Shanna’s Place 250-248-4009

French Press Cafe 250-752-0021

Ship & Shore Cafe 250-757-8399

Frosteez 250-752-9281

Silly-Yak Bakery 250-752-8697

HeBrews Cafe 250-954-3343

Starbucks Coffee 250-248-9720

Island SodaWorks 250-203-1072

Stellario’s Italian Caffe 250-954-0255

Karma Coffee House 250-248-7312

Taste Cafe & Bistro 250-586-8676

Little Qualicum Cheeseworks 250-954-3931

Thrifty Foods 250-248-8823

Log Cabin Ice Cream 250-248-2868

Tim Hortons 250-248-0094

Milner House Tea Room 250-752-6153

Tomm’s Village Foods 250-757-8944

Naked Naturals 250-951-0277 • 250-752-0277

Weinberg’s Good Food 250-335-1534

Pacific Brimm 250-248-3336 Perks Coffee Bar 250-468-9921

Cockney Pride 250-752-6322

Qualicum Beach Bakery 250-752-6143

Cone Zone 250-752-2003

Quality Foods

Coombs Emporium Cafe 250-248-5895

Nanoose Bay 250-468-7131 Parksville 250-954-2262 Qualicum Beach 250-752-9281

Coombs Ice Cream 250-248-6272

Riptide Lagoon 250-248-8290

Country Pies in Coombs 250-248-6415

Riso Bakery, Café & Bistro 250-390-0777

Courtyard Cafe & Patio 250-752-4152 Creekmore’s Coffee 250-752-0158 Cruiser’s Grill 250-752-4814 Eat Fresh Market 250-248-3007

Riverside Resort Ice Cream 250-752-9544 Sandbar Cafe & Art Gallery 778-424-9892 Sandcastle Bakery 250-248-9111 Save-On-Foods 250-390-4613

Whiskey Creek Ice Cream 250-752-9261 Wild Culture Artisan Bakery 250-752-0077

Casual / Family A&W Restaurant 250-248-2040 Aioli Seafood Restaurant 250-954-1010 Bayside Bistro & Lounge Quality Inn 250-248-8333 Benz Lounge, Patio & Bistro 250-468-9915 Boston Pizza 250-947-9400 Bugaboo Burgers 250-338-3568 Coombs Market Restaurant 250-248-6272 Dairy Queen Parksville 250-248-3433

Lefty's Fresh Food, Parksville 250-954-3886

Bamboo Garden 250-248-3323

Sushi Ichi 250-954-2020

Lefty's Fresh Food, Qualicum 250-752-7530

Bangkok Thai Restaurant 250-248-4860

Sushi Sakura Japan 250-203-1072

Gary's Bistro 250-752-5800

Bavarian Sausage House 250-248-0439

Final Approach Restaurant 250-752-8966

Bistro 694 250-752-0301

Fish Tales Cafe 250-752-6053

British Bobby Restaurant 250-954-3232

McDonald’s 250-248-8885

Butlers at the Mansion 250-752-5776

Micky J's Bar & Grill 250-752-9727

Cedars Restaurant & Lounge 250-248-2333

Morningstar Golf 800-567-1320

Chameleons 250-586-5500

Pheasant’s Nest Restaurant 250-752-0117

China Garden Restaurant 250-954-2202

Realm Food Co. 250-586-1158 Riverside Fry Co. 250-752-9544

Cuckoo Trattoria & Pizzeria 250-248-6280

Smitty’s Restaurant 250-248-2432 Subway Restaurants 250-954-1947 • 250-951-9826 Taqueria 250-248-6272 Talons Restaurant & Lounge 250-752-6311 Tidal Taco Shack 250-240-2855 Traditional Texas BBQ 250-951-6445 Trees Restaurant & Bakery 250-586-2226 Triple O’s 250-468-1777 Wild Boar Bistro 250-248-0439 Yorky’s Fish’n Chips 250-954-1197 Thalassa Restaurant & Lounge 250-752-9727 Z'Samosa Food Cart 250-240-3900

International / Fine Dining Amrikko’s Indian Grill 250-951-0682

Tan’s Kitchen 250-586-8828 Treetop Tapas & Grill 250-248-2072 Smile Thai Cuisine 250-752-7148 White Elephant Thai Cuisine 250-586-6611

Pizza Domino’s Pizza 250-248-9296 Nickolini’s Pizza 250-757-9996 Oceanside Pizza Palace 250-954-3677 Panago Pizza 310-0001

Cview Restaurant & Lounge 250-752-6914

Salt Pizzeria 250-586-2121

Giovanni’s Ristorante 250-752-6693

Pizza Connection 250-951-2112

Henry’s Kitchen Restaurant 250-757-8288

Pizza Fresh 250-586-2013

Kalvas Restaurant 250-248-6933

Pizza Hut 250-248-8130

Mekong River Restaurant 250-586-8000 Nemo Sushi 250-586-1212 New Canton Restaurant 250-752-2198 Pacific Prime Restaurant 250-947-2109 Qualicum Sushi 250-752-5199 Saigon Garden 250-248-5667 Sam’s Sushi 250-954-0572 Samurai Sushi & Teriyaki 250-951-0752 Smoke 'N Water Restaurant 250-947-2109

Poppa’s Pizza 250-248-9121

Pub Style Black Goose Inn 250-586-1001 French Creek Marine Pub 250-248-3713 Crown & Anchor Pub 250-757-9444 Deez Bar & Grill 250-752-8055 Fanny Bay Inn 250-335-2323 The Shady Restaurant & Pub 250-752-9111 Rocking Horse Pub 250-468-1735

Sushi Deco 250-586-3290

Rod & Gun 250-248-6511 Sunset Lanes Sports Lounge 250-248-6411

Sushi Hama 250-594-9961

Upper Deck Sports Bar 250-248-8333

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ROCK LEGENDS

THE SEQUEL TO TWIST & SHOUT Conceived and Directed by Alex Mustakas Orchestrations & Vocal Arrangements by Robert Foster

JUN 2 - AUG 26

TALLEY’S FOLLY

By Lanford Wilson

AUG 16 - 26

JEEVES TAKES A BOW

Adapted by Margaret Raether From the stories of P.G. Wodehouse

SEP 8 - 30

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