January 2018 Issue 6:4

TAKE ONE PARKSVILLE, QUALICUM BEACH & AREA

JANUARY 2018 | 6:4

ROBBIE BURNS DAY DINNER page 21

A NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION page 8

ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION page 14

ECHO PLAYERS THEATRE page 18

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CAN’T MISS EVENTS This month, we personally selected what we feel are a few “Can’t Miss” events happening in the Parksville and Qualicum Beach area. We hope you enjoy them as much as we know we will.

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Organist Jenny Vincent joins Harpist Janelle Nadeau to present a spellbinding, musical concert for our enjoyment. Knox United Church, Parksville

Join Parksville Pharmasave for thier Anniversary and Grand Opening celebrations. In-store specials and prizes. The Beach on location.

Parksville Pharmasave, Parksville

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SUN JAN 21

Ballenas Prom & Dry Grad fundraising dance.

Dance the night away with local rockband Star69. Parksville Community and Conference Centre, Parksville

Annual Robbie Burns Day Dinner. Entertainment by the Arrowsmith Pipe Band and The Clanns as well as a roast beef dinner. Parksville Legion Branch 49, Parksville

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28th Annual Robbie Burns Day dinner & dance.

The Qualicum Beach Pipe Band will perform and there will music by Bruce Feltham. Royal Canadian Legion Branch 76, Qualicum Beach

Superheros unite. Make a cape, wear your costume and apply your superpowers to games and crafts. Oceanside Place Arena, Parksville.

ORGANWORX CONCERT SERIES

ADULT FUNDRAISER DANCE

ROBBIE BURNS DAY DINNER

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A New Year’s Resolution Anniversary Celebration ECHO Players Theatre Robbie Burns Day Dinners

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January 2018 Events What’s On Screen Live Music Every Week Events Restaurant Directory

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What’s The Dif Trivia Questions

Whats On Digest is proudly published in Parksville, Qualicum Beach and area by Do Stuff Media Address: PO Box 411, Parksville, BC, V9P 2G5 Phone: 250-240-5512

What's On Digest provides event information as a complimentary service. Events listed or mentioned have been compiled from sources considered to be reliable. 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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events JANUARY 2018

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TUE JAN 2

New Years Day

Bird Walks

In present day, with most countries now using the Gregorian calendar as their calendar, New Year’s Day is probably the most celebrated public holiday. Often observed with fireworks at the stroke of midnight as the New Year starts in each time zone.

9:00am. Bird walks on Tuesdays going to different areas in and around the Parksville Qualicum Beach area. Parksville Community Park & Beach, Parksville. 250390-3669

Polar Bear Splash 12:00pm. The 28th Annual Polar Bear Splash is at Parksville Beach.

A great way to start the New Year, you are welcome to come as a participant, spectator or volunteer. Register onsite at 11:30 am. This is a free event. Parksville Beach, Parksville/Qualicum. 250-752-5014

Music Time 10:00am. Every Tuesday. Children 0-6 accompanied by a parent or caregiver can join local musician, Gerry Barnum and make their own musical instrument followed by a foot stomping, sing-a-long to old, new and original music. Family Place, 495 Bay Ave, Parksville. 250947-8252

Music Time 1:00pm. Every Tuesday.

Children 0-6 accompa-

nied by a parent or caregiver can join local musician, Gerry Barnum and make their own musical instrument followed by a foot stomping, singa-long to old, new and original music. Qualicum Beach Commons, 744 Primrose St, Qualicum Beach. 250-947-8252

Parksville & District Community Choir 7:00pm. The Parksville & District Community Choir begins rehearsals for our spring concert, which will feature Mozart’s Requiem. All singers from the Oceanside area, welcome. No auditions Knox United Church, 345 Pym Street, Parksville. 250-752-8130

WED JAN 3 Soupy Cafe 12:00pm. Open and ready for the neighbourhood to socialize on the 1st Wednesday of the Month from 12-1pm. Enjoy hot soups and home cooked meals. Everyone

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welcome, lunch by donation. The Clothing Corner will also be at the hall with FREE clothing. Lighthouse Community Hall, 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay. 778-424-9900

Seniors Are Talking 1:00pm. A friendly comfortable place for social interaction, fun outings and gathering information. This happens every Wednesday in either Parksville or Qualicum.

Parksville or Qualicum Beach. 250-348-2093

Weight Watchers 9:00am. Weight Watchers Meetings are 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

Open Mic at Crown and Anchor 7:00pm. Open Mic with John Graham. Awesome

5 musicians. Great time.

Crown & Anchor, 6120 West Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250-7579444

100 Women Who Care Oceanside 7:00pm. Please join us for 100+ Women Who Care Oceanside.

We currently have 176 members, but there is always room for more!

We meet 4 times a year for just one hour. Three local charities (nominated by members) are drawn from a hat and then after a short presentation from each of them the members vote to decide which one shall receive the funds. Each woman writes the successful charity a cheque for $100. In less than a year we have raised over $47,000 for Oceanside. We would love to see you! Quality Resort Bayside, 240 Dogwood Street, Parksville.

Eaglecrest Garden Club 7:00pm. No monthly meeting for January and will hold their first Meeting of 2018 on Wednesday February 21st. For members only.

Civic Centre, 747 Jones St., Qualicum Beach.

250-954-3888

THU JAN 4 YOGA fundraiser for Manna Homeless Society 10:00am. Win a pass to the Victoria Yoga Conference, Feb 9-11, 2018.

Bring your yoga mat and cash donation. ALL WELCOME! Eaglecrest Golf Clubhouse, 2035 Island Hwy W, Qualicum Beach. charlottecrowley@shaw.ca

Community Meals Lunch 11:00am. Every Thursday St. Stephen’s hosts a Community Meals Lunch. The menu consists of home-made soup, sandwiches and an assortment of deserts.

There are also take away tables where bread, produce and clothing are available. This is a free lunch for all who are in need of a hot meal and warm friendship. There is an opportunity to donate meals if you choose.

St. Stephen’s United Church, 150 Village Way, Qualicum Beach.

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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

Newcomers Club 6:30pm. Open to anyone who has lived in Parksville and surrounding areas for less than 5 years. First Thursday of the month. For further information check out our website at www. parksvillenewcomers. net Parksville Community Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville.

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A NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTION DON’T FORGET TO INCLUDE GETTING A GOOD NIGHT’S SLEEP. have the right bed. f you are setting some fitness goals for the New Year don’t “If I am tired I don’t have energy for work forget to include getting a good or even playing soccer. One bad sleep and night’s sleep. you struggle,” he stated.

Mark Nagra of M&N Mattress Shop in His store specializes in health promoting Parksville said there is more to sleep than sleep products and innovative sleep just lying down and closing your eyes. technology, including the Pure Energy Ironman Mattress.

Nagra has been selling beds for more than Nagra agreed that the sleep technology three decades and after 30 plus years in found in the product not only helps elite the business he has become somewhat of athletes but also provides the average an expert in the field of restorative sleep. person with the best possible sleep they According to Nagra, if you fall short in the can get. sleep department it With an A+ rating can take a serious with the Better toll on your daytime "Sleep is for everybody. We sleep Business Bureau energy, productivity one third of our life which dictates serving Mainland and overall state of the other two thirds of our life. How B.C. and awards health. to back it up the you sleep is how you live" He said sleeping mattress store in the right bed Mark Nagra ~ M&N Mattress Shop is consistently affects your mental recognized as one of and physical health the best and Nagra and the quality of your waking life. said part of that rating includes keeping up He believes all New Year’s resolvers who to speed on the ever changing technology decide an exercise program is their priority and promoting the healthiest sleep possible. should also incorporate healthy sleep into Nagra said with an Ironman mattress, their fitness regime. instead of waking up feeling like you’ve “Sleep is for everybody. We sleep one run a marathon, you can wake up feeling third of our life which dictates the other two healthy and energized because of a high thirds of our life. How you sleep is how you performance fibre called celliant which is live,” he acknowledged. clinically proven to increase oxygen in the body.

Nagra who continues to play competitive soccer into his 50’s said he knows from “The average person doesn’t think about personal experience how important it is to sleep. High level athletes do. They know

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sleep is a huge part of it if they want to train and recover. Usain Bolt trains with the celliant technology in the Ironman bed.”

The Jamaican sprinter is one of the many world class athletes benefiting from restorative sleep and in fact Nagra’s customer base includes quite a few extreme athletes.

70 year old Mike Bourcier who is a coach and fitness trainer in Parksville loves the benefits of celliant technology.

The athlete who competes in all the trail running competitions on Vancouver Island and has many medals to his name is an M&N Mattress Shop customer.

“I have 11 friends in Oceanside who bought beds there. They are all athletes. I bought one and I send quite a few clients there,” he claimed.

He said athletes prepare because they train but they might not recover well and the bed is 80 percent of recovery.

“Your bed will make the difference. I believe that if people have better recovery they will be better athletes,” he assured.

His advice for those thinking of making some positive health changes this year?

“Avoid the word resolution. Get a goal but a short term goal. Never more than a month and adjust the goal after that. If you succeed your next goal will be bigger. If you had a bit of a problem you stay with it.

Your brain doesn’t like failure. You need to set up something that will be successful.”

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The winner will receive a Spring Air Eurotop Queen or Double Mattress and Boxspring (winner's choice). BC Made, Zoned Coils & includes a 10 Year Warranty.

Tell us who you think deserves to win and why by going to:

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M&N MATTRESS 291 Island Hwy E #1, Parksville 250-248-7133 Visit www.parksvillemattress.com Story by BRENDA GOUGH

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FRI JAN 5

Families Forward Support Group

Master’s 55+ Bonspeil

6:30pm. Thursdays. For friends, family, caregivers, and co-workers of individuals experiencing mental health and/ or addictions challenges. Discover resources, education, and personal support in a safe and welcoming environment.

Weekly group drop-in sessions. Forward House Community Society, 136 E Hirst Ave, Parksville.

250-954-0785

8:00am. January 5, 6, & 7 hosted by the Qualicum & District Curling Club. Men, women and mixed teams welcome.

Brandon format - all teams play 6 games.

Draws will be held at both Parksville and Qualicum Beach Curling Club.

Banquet, Awards and Prized on Sunday at the Qualicum Beach Curling Club after the last draw.

Parksville and Qualicum Beach Curling Club, Parksville or Qualicum Beach. 250.594.8916

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

Lazy Mike Trio Thursday Night Blues 7:00pm. Come on out and enjoy some good ole blues and such with Lazy Mike Trio...1st Thursday of each month. Deez Bar & Grill, 3353 Island Highway West, Qualicum Beach. 250-323-3298

Open Mic with Scott & Hope 7:30pm. Join us every Thursday for open mic!

Hosted by Scott and Hope from Backstage Whiskey. The Rod & Gun, 163 Alberni Highway, Parksville. 250248-6511

PCCC - Movies 1:00pm. Good Bye Christopher Robin / Lego Ninjago. Check www.parksvillecentre. com/events for times Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville.

250-248-6234

Music Trivia 7:00pm. Every Friday The Shady Waterfront Restaurant & Pub, 3109 W Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-9111

SAT JAN 6 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. Qualicum Beach Community Hall, 644 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach.

Ballenas Dry Grad Bottle Drive 10:00am. Ballenas Secondary School’s graduating class of 2018 is having a fundraiser to support their Dry Grad.

Students will be out in the community going door to door to collect bottles or if you are out and about you can drop off bottles at the school Ballenas Secondary School, 135 N. Pym Road, Front Parking Lot, Parksville.

PCCC - Movies 1:00pm. Good Bye Christopher Robin / Lego Ninjago. Check www.parksvillecentre. com/events for times Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville.

250-248-6234

Free Audition Workshop 1:00pm. Terrified or Curious about being on stage? We want to show you that it can be an enjoyable experience.

B2B & ECHO Players are

holding a free audition workshop. Learn how to audition‚ tips for plays and musicals and gain confidence to audition for a role in a theatre production. Pre-registration is not required but encouraged. Open to anyone interested in giving theatre a try or to people with acting experience who want to sharpen their auditioning skills. Village Theatre, 110 West 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach.

Karoake Night 6:00pm. Come down and sing (or just listen) Hosted by Veteransradio.ca. Admission is free, a portion of all sales will be donated, and there is a donation box if you’re able. Come down and support a great local cause Serious Coffee Parksville, 9-1209 East Island Highway, Parksville. 2505860188

Live Music with Jazzalele 7:00pm. Enjoy the inspiring vocals of Motown-born, Latinamerican Diva Anna Acevedo Lyman! Smoke N Water Restaurant, 1-1600 Strougler Rd, Nanoose Bay. 778-265-1047

Coffee House 7:30pm. Open stage format - musicians and entertainers free. Coffee

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11 & treats available. Doors open at 7pm. Errington Hall, 1390 Errington Road, Errington. 250248-5106

SUN JAN 7 Country/Blues Jam 3:00pm. Come on down to the Crown & jam with Big Daddy at the best jam on Vancouver Island! Crown & Anchor, 6120 West Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250757-9444

MON JAN 8 First Day Back to School for SD69 after Winter Break 8:30am. School back in session for SD69 today.

Please check your child’s individual school calendar’s for start times if needed. School District 69, 100 East Jensen Avenue, Parksville/Qualicum. 250-248-4241

Lifetree Cafe 2:00pm & 7:00pm. A ‘Conversation Cafe’. Real Life stories on DVD and friendly conversations on a different topic every week, topics ranging from personal interests and learning, to community concerns. Free. See weekly topic at www. oursaviourlutheranchurch.ca. All welcome to each week’s cafe.

Our Saviour Lutheran Church, 795 Island Hwy W, Parksville. 250-9519343

Young Adult Drop-In 3:30pm. Every Monday.

This is a place to connect with individuals experiencing mental health issues (anxiety, depression...) in a safe, inclusive environment.

A different activitiy will happen every week. For-

An Evening of

Tuesday, Feb 27, 7:00pm

ward House, 136 E Hirst Ave, Parksville. 250954-0785

Admission: $30 Qualicum Beach Civic Centre

TOSH 30th Anniversary Concert

Activity Night for Young Adults 3:30pm. Join us for fun activities including games, art, music, and indoor/outdoor activities. This group is for adults ages 19-30s who are experiencing mental health challenges such as depression and anxiety. We will be meeting at the Dragonfly Den (at the back of the blue house) and then sometimes staying at the house or exploring our local community.

Participate in a safe and comfortable environment. Forward House Community Society, 136 E. Hirst Ave, Parksville.

250-954-0785

Arbutus Toastmasters

Superb, International Classical and Jazz Music!

1) The Rimsky-Korsakov String Quartet 2) Jazz Legend Debbie Duncan Quintet

122 Fern Road West, Qualicum Beach 250-752-6133 • www.theoldschoolhouse.org

Bring your bottles & drink containers

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7:00pm. Every Monday.

Everyone Welcome.

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

250-248-1926

TUE JAN 9 Music Time 10:00am. Every Tuesday.

Children 0-6 accompanied by a parent or caregiver can join local musician, Gerry Barnum and make their own musical instrument followed by a foot stomping, sing-along to old, new and original music. Family Place, 495 Bay Ave, Parksville.

250-947-8252

Music Time 1:00pm. Every Tuesday.

Children 0-6 accompanied by a parent or caregiver can join local musician, Gerry Barnum and make their own musical instrument followed

front parking lot 135 North Pym Road, Parksville

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School Nite Out 3:30pm. Every Tuesday.

Grades 7, 8 & 9. Games, field trips, music, creative projects,and dinner are all offered in a safe, friendly, and nurturing environment. Preregistration is required. SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre, 245 Hirst Ave. W, Parksville. 250-2482093 ext. 237

Dad’s Night Out: Free Skate Night 6:30pm. Dads, bring the kids to Oceanside Place Arena and enjoy a free skate together on the pond. This free skate is sponsored by our partners at Building Learning Together. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 Island Hwy W, Parksville. 250248-3252

Xtreme Karaoke 9:00pm. It’s Karaoke at the Gun! Come join Debra & friends, show off your pipes, get in on prizes and the “cash wall” and enjoy free pool.

Every Tuesday. The Rod & Gun, 163 Alberni Highway, Parksville.

250.248.6511

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Ballenas Dry Grad

Fundraiser PArksville conference & community centre 132 Jensen Ave E, Parksville

SOS Teen Nite 3:30pm. Wednesdays.

Free youth program for grades 10 to 12. Old and new friend get together for dinner, creative projects, games, outing and so much more. SOS, 245 West Hirst Ave, Parksville. 250-248-2093

Open Mic at Crown and Anchor 7:00pm. Open Mic with John Graham. Awesome musicians. Great time.

Crown & Anchor, 6120 West Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250-7579444

THU JAN 11 Family Paint 5yrs+ 5:45pm. Let’s create art and memories together.

Family members will take part in painting their own canvas with the guidance of our experienced art instructors. No experience necessary. All supplies are provided.

View painting projects online. Qualicum Commons, 744 Primrose Place, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-2040

Thursday Night Dancing 7:30pm. Coombs Old Time Fiddlers, every Thursday; dance or just listen; all ages; Great old time music, dance styles include waltzes, two-steps, polkas, jigs, schottisches and more.

Rotary House, 211 Fern Road, Qualicum Beach.

250-586-2177 or 250240-0582

FRI JAN 12 Mind in Motion 1:30pm. Find support through this fitness and social program for people experiencing early stage memory loss due to Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia. Includes a fitness portion with a certified fitness instructor, followed by activities, games and social time in a relaxed atmosphere. Register with a friend, family member or care partner at no additional cost. Call

13 RDN - Parks & Rec to register: 250-248-3252 Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville.

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Meat Draw 5:30pm. Meat Draw from 5:30 - 8:00pm French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Rd, Parksville.

Acting Workshop 6:00pm. Jan 12 from 6-9pm and Jan 13 from 12-5pm. We will explore three core aspects of the actor’s craft. Actors will work on sample scripts which they will be expecting to have read and be somewhat familiar with prior to our Friday night session. The workshop will be part lecture and discussion and part practical guided scene work. Limited to 15 people so register early.

E.C.H.O. Theatre Society, Qualicum Beach.

250.752.3522

Concert with Saskia and Darrel 7:00pm. Enjoy a heartwarming show filled with music, merriment, and mayhem as Saskia and Darrel deliver a fun blend of music, an unpredictable series of songs that change every time you see them. McMillan Arts Centre, 133 McMillan St, Parksville. 250-4652848

Live Music with Double Trouble Duo 7:00pm. Double Trouble Duo‚ consists of Wes Wailin and Colin Perry.

Smoke N Water Restaurant, 1-1600 Stroulger Road, Nanoose Bay. 250-468-7192

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SAT JAN 13 Babysitters Certification Program 9:00am. Become a Red Cross certified babysitter. This course introduces basic first aid, how to respond to emergency situations, explains baby and child care, offers advice on becoming a responsible babysitter, and tips for finding babysitting jobs. Price includes manual and certificate. Qualicum Commons, on Saturday, January 13th from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, cost is $46.35. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks to pre-register. View recreation programs online at rdn.bc.ca/recreation.

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Live Music with The Kingmixers 7:00pm. A great lineup of seasoned players; Gary Preston supported

by Anita Bonkowski.

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JANUARY 15, 2018

FIFTEEN YEAR ANNIVERSARY YOU'RE INVITED TO HELP CELEBRATE THEIR RECENT EXPANSION.

arksville Pharmasave will be Jackie works for me as the front store manager,” she acknowledged. celebrating some milestones this month.

Toriglia admitted that 15 years ago when they set up shop, it didn’t occur to her that On January 15 the store will the business would have grown into what mark 15 years at their location in the Pioneer it is today.

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“These are exciting new opportunities The health centre is also inviting the for pharmacists. Since we got the ability community to join them in celebrating to vaccinate and give injections six years their recent expansion. ago it just expanded from that.”

Pharmacist/owner Tammie Toriglia said She said as they the renovation is added new services complete and they they realized they are excited to show "We are blessed to work in this off the new and community and blessed to have the needed more square footage. improved space. incredible business that we have.."

“We were really It was January 15, running out of 2003 when Toriglia Tammy Toriglia ~ Pharmacist/Owner space. Our lifestyle and John Shillabeer program that we opened the store. have been doing Toriglia said back for weight loss has exploded and needed then they had eight employees and today another office. Our travel health clinic … they have 32. same thing … it is incredibly busy. We “When John and I started the store there decided to jump at the chance to expand. were just the two of us for pharmacists and Now it feels like a brand new store,” she exclaimed. then Amy quickly came on board and now we have six pharmacists,” she related.

While many businesses see employees come and go that isn’t the case for Parksville She agreed the celebration is bitter sweet Pharmasave. because John lost his battle with cancer in 2017. “We miss John every day. Even Toriglia said it is a bonus that she has some though he retired in 2010 he was still very dedicated employees who have been at the much a part of our store. His daughter store since day one.

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“Some of those eight people that were here in the beginning are still here. People recognize the faces. They are the same people when they come through the door.

Yes we have gotten more faces but there are a lot of the originals around. That helps because when you make a connection with people and it is about your health it is important that you trust the people that are giving you the advice.”

She is also passionate about sharing her expertise in the pharmacy field with students.

“It is rewarding when you can mentor young people in a profession you love. In fact Lonny Barr who joined me as a partner at the end of June and is now one of the owners was a pharmacy student here 10 years ago. He did his fourth year clinical rotation here and then ended up coming back a couple of years later to work here and has been here ever since. It is really neat when you can bring people through and make them realize your vision and your passion.”

Toriglia said they offer a wide variety of services and they want to be that community resource and that pharmacy that really cares about their customers.

“I have always believed that there is more to a pharmacy than just counting pills. We want to do all the extra services. We want

people to sit down for an hour if they have to and go through their medications.”

Toriglia and her team have many reasons to be proud of their accomplishments.

They have won Store of the Year four times beating out other Pharmasaves in BC in the health centre category.

Toriglia said she feels blessed to have achieved that status in 2010, 2012, 2016 and 2017.

“The Pharmasave store of the Year award is pretty special. It takes a whole team to get that award.”

She said being part and giving back to the community is important to her and the business.

“We are blessed to work in this community and blessed to have the incredible business that we have.”

For the anniversary customers can expect great deals, specials and give-ways on January 15.

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from unique, handmade arts/crafts, new items, vintage collectibles, tools and household goods.

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2:00pm. The Knox, OrganWorx Concert Series continues. Organist Jenny Vincent joins Harpist Janelle Nadeau to present a spellbinding, musical concert for our enjoyment. Tickets available at a Special Series Subscription Rate of $50 for the 2 (or $30 for each, individually). Get them from the Mulberry Bush Book Stores + Knox United Church 345 Pym St. For more information call 250-248-3927 and visit www.kucparksville. ca. Knox United Church, 345 Pym Street, Parksville. 250-248-3927

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9:00am. Join us for our Anniversary and Grand Opening celebrations.

15% off everything in store (except prescriptions, Ideal Protein, codeine, gift and phone cards). 15 gift baskets to win. Pharmasave Brand - Buy one, get one free.

The Beach on location listen to the The Beach for more great deals.

Door Prize for the first 50 customers! Spin the Wheel and win a prize.

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10:00am. Every Tuesday.

Children 0-6 accompanied by a parent or caregiver can join local musician, Gerry Barnum and make their own musical instrument followed by a foot stomping, sing-along to old, new and original music. Family Place, 495 Bay Ave, Parksville.

250-947-8252

Music Time 1:00pm. Every Tuesday.

Children 0-6 accompanied by a parent or caregiver can join local musician, Gerry Barnum and make their own musical instrument followed by a foot stomping, singa-long to old, new and original music. Qualicum Beach Commons, 744 Primrose St, Qualicum Beach. 250-947-8252

Blood Donor Clinic 12:00pm. What greater gift is there than the gift of life? Blood and blood products are a critical part of everyday medical care including major surgeries, medical procedures, cancer treatments and managing disease.

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

250-248-6234

School Nite Out 3:30pm. Every Tuesday.

Grades 7, 8 & 9. Games, field trips,music, creative projects,and dinner are all offeredin a safe, friendly, and nurturingenvironment. Preregistrationis required.

SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre, 245 Hirst Ave. W, Parksville. 250-2482093 ext. 237

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Why Instagram is the Hot Social Network for Business and Why You Need to Be There!

5:30pm. Do you have an Instagram account - but you feel like you don’t know what you’re doing? Would you like to learn more about how this platform works & how to use it effectively for business? Join us for our dinner event! Quality Resort Bayside, 240 Dogwood St., Parksville.

250-954-8258

WED JAN 17 OWBN Workshop 10:00am. Why Instagram is the HOT Social Network for Business and Why You Need to Be There!Do you have an Instagram account - but you feel like you don’t know what you’re doing? Would you like to learn more about how this platform works & how to use it effectively for business? Join us for our workshop! Bring your own refreshments. Quality Resort Bayside, 240 Dogwood St., Parksville.

250-954-8258

Meditation & Yoga Nidra 10:30am. Learn and practice simple, yet effective meditation techniques to improve your health and calm the mind. Followed by 20 minute lying Yoga Nidra (guided deep relaxation). 1hr. No exercise - just meditation and relaxation! 4 Classes Wed. Jan17, 31, Feb 3 & 28. Register before Jan 5. $60, after Jan 11 $65.

Email to save your spot: yoga@shaw.ca. Penny’s Yoga, 684 Phillips St., Parksville. 250-2403569

SOS Teen Nite 3:30pm. Wednesdays.

Free youth program for grades 10 to 12. Old and new friends get together for dinner, creative projects, games, outing and so much more. SOS, 245 West Hirst Ave, Parksville. 250-248-2093

Qualicum Beach Family History Society Regular Meeting 7:00pm. Guest Speaker: Steve Cowan, Comox, speaking on Military Genealogy. Royal Canadian Legion, 180 Veterans Way, Qualicum Beach.

250-947-9290

Open Mic at Crown and Anchor 7:00pm. Open Mic with John Graham. Awesome musicians. Great time.

Crown & Anchor, 6120 West Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250-7579444

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French Conversation 2:30pm. Informal dropin to maintain or improve your French. For info, call David. Serious Coffee meeting room, 1209 E Island Hwy, Parksville.

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Canvas Art for Kids 7-10yrs 5:45pm. Jenny Hughes will guide you through how to paint a fantastic yet surprisingly simple acrylic painting. No experience necessary. All supplies are provided. View painting project online.

Cost is $30. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks to pre-register. View recreation programs online at rdn.bc.ca/recreation.

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Hay Fever

THU JAN 18 CONT...

Directed by Michael Armstrong

Music Bingo

February 15 - March 4

7:00pm. Music Bingo fun every second Thursday.

French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Road, Parksville. 250-248-3713

Noel Coward’s hilarious classic, Hay Fever, opens at the Village Theatre on February 15 for a three week run.

Judith Bliss has “retired” from the London stage and moved to the country with her husband, a well-known novelist, and their two grown children. Unbeknownst to each other, they have all invited a guest for the weekend hoping for some kind of delicious mischief. Their hapless guests have no idea what lies in store for them.

Hay Fever opened in London in 1925 and is one of Coward’s most produced and best loved plays. The production is helmed by professional director, Michael Armstrong, and stars an all-star cast of actors from Nanaimo to Courtenay.

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Box Office open Jan 30 onward TICKETS: Village Theatre Box Office 110 W. 2nd Ave or 250-752-3522 info@echoplayers.ca • echoplayers.ca

2:30pm. Jan 19-21, first draw is Friday at 2:30pm or 4:45pm. This spiel theme is Beads and Bling - It’s Mardis Gras. Parksville Curling Club, 220 Corfield St N, Parksville.

with Blue Moon Marquee. Back by popular demand, the Gypsy blues/swing band returns to the Hall as a quartet with A.W. Cardinal on vocals and guitar, partner Jasmine Colette on upright bass, percussion, and vocals, Darcy Phillips on keys and Morgan Onda on sax. Expect an infectious mix of early blues, jazz, country, and songs with a contemporary and relevant feel that are highly listenable and great for dancing. Errington Hall, 1390 Errington Road, Errington. 250-248-5106

Directing Workshop

SAT JAN 20

6:00pm. Jan 19, 6-9pm, Jan 20, 12-5pm. As director, our job is to guide the rehearsal process toward these ends. This involves understanding the play and its central truth, guiding and developing the arc of the play, and most importantly, working with actors in rehearsal.

The workshop is part lecture and discussion and part practical scene work. E.C.H.O. Theatre Society, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-3522

Vibrational Healing Chakra Balance 2 Step Workshop

FRI JAN 19 2018 Parksville Women’s Open Bonspiel

Beachflicks Presents: A Man Called Ove 7:00pm. Ove, an illtempered, isolated retiree who spends his days enforcing block association rules and visiting his wife’s grave, has finally given up on life just as an unlikely friendship develops with his boisterous new neighbors. Eaglecrest Golf Club, 2035 Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-6311

Dance to Blue Moon Marquee 8:00pm. Come dance the winter blues away

11:00am. This workshop balances energy chakra fields. Chakras are spiritually aligned within and surrounding our bodies.

This 2 step process will assist you in balancing your energy aura.

Please bring a pendulum and pencil crayons.

Week 1: January 20 Vertical Energy Field.

Week 2: January 27 Horizontal Energy Field.

Cost includes the Flower Essence Repertory Book Pioneer Wellness Centre, #1 - 534 Pioneer Crescent, Parksville. 250240-2656

Auditions for Bard to Broadway (B2B) 2018 Summer Theatre Season 12:00pm. Jan 20, 21 & 28. Auditions are for two comedies and one musical, which will be performed in Qualicum Beach in July-August, 2018. Please prepare a 1-2 minute monologue.

Be prepared to stay about an hour. If auditioning for the musi-

cal, please try to come January 21 or 28, and please prepare a short portion of a song. Shelly Road Centre, 186 Shelly Road, Parksville. 250752-4470

Disco Lights Skate All ages 7:30pm. Catch dance fever under the disco lights at Oceanside Place Arena. The flashing lights and pumping music will take you back in time. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 Island Hwy W, Parksville. 250-2483252

Adult Dance Ballenas Fundraiser 8:00pm. For Ballenas Prom & Dry Grad. Dance the night away with local rockband Star69. Doors open at 7pm and the dancing goes until 2am.

There will be drinks, 50/50 and a raffle for a pool table. Come enjoy a night of good ole fun with your 350 closest friends!!

Tickets are $20 and are available at Soak Essentials, Cranky Dog Music or by contacting Kari Knutson at kariknutson@shaw. ca. Parksville Community and Conference Centre, 132 Jensen Ave, Parksville.

SUN JAN 21 Family Literacy Week January 21-27. The week is set aside to bring awareness to families that learning can happen in all different ways, settings, and levels. Take the time to celebrate learning with your family by having a game night or story time. The week wraps up with Family Literacy Day on Jan. 27, when most communities have something happening in their local libraries to celebrate.

Auditions for Bard to Broadway (B2B) 2018 Summer Theatre Season

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10:45am. Jan 21 & 28.

Auditions are for two comedies and a musical which will be performed in Qualicum Beach in July-August, 2018. Please prepare a 1-2 minute monologue, and be prepared to stay for about an hour. If auditioning for the musical, please try to come January 21 or 28, and prepare a short portion of a song. Shelly Road Centre, 186 Shelly Road, Parksville. 250752-4470

Parksville’s Legion Branch 49 Robbie Burns Day Dinner 5:00pm. Entertainment by the Arrowsmith Pipe Band and The Clanns as well as a roast beef dinner. Tickets for the annual dinner are $25 and can be purchased at the legion bar. 146 Hirst Ave W, Parksville.

250-248-5633

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MON JAN 22 Arbutus Toastmasters 7:00pm. Every Monday.

Everyone Welcome.

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Music Time 10:00am. Every Tuesday.

Children 0-6 accompanied by a parent or caregiver can join local musician, Gerry Barnum and make their own musical instrument followed by a foot stomping, sing-along to old, new and original music. Family Place, 495 Bay Ave, Parksville.

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SOS Teen Nite

Music Time

3:30pm. Wednesdays.

Free youth program for grades 10 to 12. Old and new friend get together for dinner, creative projects, games, outing and so much more. SOS, 245 West Hirst Ave, Parksville. 250-248-2093

1:00pm. Every Tuesday.

Children 0-6 accompanied by a parent or caregiver can join local musician, Gerry Barnum and make their own musical instrument followed by a foot stomping, singa-long to old, new and original music. Qualicum Beach Commons, 744 Primrose St, Qualicum Beach. 250-947-8252

WED JAN 24 Happy Wanderers’ Travel Club 2:00pm. Meets 4th Wednesday of the month at the Shelly Road Hall in Parksville.

Travel desk opens at 1:00; Please bring your own coffee mug or tea cup. Speaker: Wendy Kingwill, who makes wearable art from shore materials, and wishes to share her feelings of peace and love of nature. Shelly Road Hall, 186 Shelly Rd, Parksville.

Elite Mastermind Group 7:00pm. Jan 24 & 31.

Join us for a 6-week Elite Mastermind! The goal is to motivate you to put plans into action, to be accountable for doing so, and to get the results you want to achieve. Cost includes 3 books, Law of Attraction; Your Life’s Purpose; Law of Attraction Gratitude Journal. Register today!

Pioneer Wellness Centre, #1 - 534 Pioneer Crescent, Parksville.

250-240-2656

Open Mic at Crown and Anchor 7:00pm. Open Mic with John Graham. Awesome

musicians. Great time.

Crown & Anchor, 6120 West Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250-7579444

THU JAN 25 Canvas Art for Teens 5:45pm. Jenny Hughes will guide you through how to paint a fantastic yet surprisingly simple acrylic painting. No experience necessary.

All supplies are provided. View painting project online. Phone to pre-register. Qualicum Commons, 744 Primrose Street, Qualicum Beach.

250-248-3252

writer, will take you into the world of the woman who not only wrote the stories we treasured as children. Tickets are available at www.mcmillanartscentre.com or at the door. McMillan Arts Centre, 133 McMillan Street, Parksville. 250594-3221

Live Music with Rockland Moran 7:00pm. Live Music with Rockland Moran Smoke’n Water Restaurant, 1-1600 Strougler Rd, Nanoose Bay. 250468-7192

SAT JAN 27

FRI JAN 26

Family Literacy Day

Beatrix Potter: Victoria Rebel, Victoria Genius

A national awareness initiative created by ABC Life Literacy Canada in 1999 to raise awareness of the importance of reading and engaging in other literacy-related activities as a family. Check local libraries, recreation centers, museums, theatres, etc. for activities in your community.

7:00pm. Tales for the Telling, Storytelling for Adults, invites you to enter the world of Beatrix Potter: Victorian Rebel, Victorian Genius.

Marva K. Blackmore, international storyteller &

JANUARY 2018

ROBBIE BURNS DAY PART OF SCOTTISH CULTURE FOR ABOUT 200 YEARS.

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he birthday of Scotland’s most celebrated poet Robbie Burns takes place January 25 and to mark the special day there will be Robbie Burns suppers held throughout Oceanside this month.

The celebratory dinners have been part of Scottish culture for about 200 years as a means of commemorating Scotland’s best loved bard and for the Scottish at heart it is a highly anticipated event.

The Royal Canadian Legion branches of Parksville and Qualicum Beach each host their annual tributes to the Scottish lyricist this month.

A big-time Burns night calls for a piper because all of the legion events follow traditional customs including the piping in of the haggis.

The haggis is a pudding made from sheep’s offal, beef suet and lightly toasted oatmeal.

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When Burns immortalized haggis in verse he created a tradition that is maintained to this day by millions of people throughout the world.

Now 24 years old he admitted there is no Scottish lineage in his ancestry so it wasn’t something he was exposed to while growing up.

For those not familiar with the custom, guests are asked to stand to receive the haggis. A piper then leads the chef, carrying the haggis to the top table, while the guests accompany them with a slow handclap.

He said his interest was peaked when he saw the band performing at the Nanoose Teddy Bear Picnic and he has been playing the pipes ever since.

“I was lucky enough to learn when I was A special guest then recites Burns’ famous eight. I decided on my own. I don’t know poem To A Haggis. why… my parents When he reaches don’t know either,” the line “an cut you he acknowledged.

With a full schedule of events up wi’ ready slight”, planned for 2018 the band looks Dieleman who he cuts open the forward to continuing to contribute became the band’s haggis. youngest Pipe

to the community spirit and pride of

The Mount Major three years Parksville and Oceanside.

Arrowsmith Pipe ago said they are Band has played a always looking role in Burns day for musicians but events each year, on or around his birthday. recruiting new members is challenging.

The band which currently has around 15 members has been performing in the communities of Oceanside for more than 42 years.

Band members range in age from 10 to 70 plus, and come from all walks of life and you don’t have to be Scottish to be a member

“It is hard to get people. Younger people don’t know enough about it and don’t know where to go to get lessons. There is no school to go to. If people are interested we will provide lessons for them but it requires lots of practice and you have to have time for it,” he explained.

Pipe Major Josh Dieleman first became interested in the pipes at the age of eight.

He said there are a lot of things that go into playing the bagpipes.

“You have to have good lungs, be in shape and have good breathing.”

He said most people start out with a practice chanter and learn fingering and notes.

“You only have to read nine notes but it is definitely a must to read music. You don’t get onto bagpipes for about a year,” he pointed out.

With a full schedule of events planned for 2018 the band looks forward to continuing to contribute to the community spirit and pride of Parksville and Oceanside.

Dieleman said although he has never tasted it, he will be piping in the haggis for Parksville’s Legion Branch 49 Robbie Burns Day dinner on Sunday, January 20.

Tickets for the annual dinner are $25 and can be purchased at the legion bar.

The event which sells out fast will boast an evening of entertainment by the Arrowsmith Pipe Band and The Clanns as well as a roast beef dinner beginning at 5 p.m.

The Qualicum Beach Pipe Band will be front and centre when the Qualicum Beach Legion Branch 76 hosts their 28th annual Robbie Burns dinner and dance on Saturday, January 27.

Spokesperson Lynne McLean said it is their most popular event of the year and it sells out fast.

Organizers pull out all the stops for everything Scottish at the dressy affair where guests are encouraged to sport their tartans.

For those who don’t like haggis, don’t worry, they’ve got you covered... haggis is a side dish. The event begins at 5:30 p.m. with the Gathering of the Clans; Scottish Dancers at 6:00 p.m. and at 6:30 p.m. they will pipe in the haggis with dinner to follow.

The Qualicum Beach Pipe Band will perform and there will be dancing to music

by Bruce Feltham.

The Qualicum Beach Pipe Band was formed in early 2014 from a nucleus of a handful of musicians whose main purpose is to provide pipe band music in support of Royal Canadian Legion, Qualicum Beach Branch’s activities. A secondary role is to support various Oceanside community events. Over the past four years, the band has grown to a complement of 27 pipers and drummers comprised of very accomplished and experienced performers.

Tickets for the Qualicum branch dinner are $33 with a limit of four tickets per member. Sales start January 7 at 1:00 p.m. at the Legion on a first come, first serve by number draw.

Story by BRENDA GOUGH

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Red Cross Standard First Aid with AED/ CPR 9:00am. Jan 27 & 28.

Be prepared; get trained with a two day course in first aid and cardiopulmonary (CPR C) skills.

Training includes home hazards, accident prevention, safety education, CPR level C, first aid skills for common emergencies and automated external defibrillators (AED). Retraining is recommended every three years. Cost is $159.

Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks at 250-2483252 to pre-register.

Qualicum Commons, 744 Primrose Street, Qualicum Beach. 250248-3252

Red Cross Emergency First Aid with AED/ CPR 9:00am. Be prepared and get trained in first aid skills. Training includes home hazards, accident prevention, safety education, CPR, first aid skills for common emergencies and automated external defibrillators (AED). Retraining is recommended every three years. Cost is $86. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks at 250-248-3252 to pre-register. View recreation programs online at rdn.bc.ca/recreation.

Qualicum Commons, 744 Primrose Street, Qualicum Beach. 250248-3252

Red Cross AED/ CPR C 9:00am. Save a life when only seconds count. Get trained. This course is required for lifeguards and health care professionals. Topics covered are CPR and blocked airways for adults, children and infants and an introduction to automated external defibrillators (AED). Phone Recreation and Parks to pre-register. View recreation programs online at rdn.bc.ca/recreation.

Qualicum Commons, 744 Primrose Street, Qualicum Beach. 250248-3252

Super Hero Skate 2:00pm. Super heros unite. Make a cape, wear your costume and apply your superpowers to games and crafts.

Oceanside Place Arena, 830 Island Hwy W, Parksville. 250.248.3252

28th Annual Robbie Burns Dinner and Dance 5:30pm. The Qualicum Beach Pipe Band will perform and there will be dancing to music by Bruce Feltham. tickets for the Qualicum branch dinner are $33

SUN JAN 28 Auditions for Bard to Broadway (B2B) 2018 Summer Theatre Season 12:00pm. Auditions are for two comedies and one musical, which will be performed in Qualicum Beach in JulyAugust, 2018. Please prepare a 1-2 minute monologue. Be prepared to stay about an hour. If auditioning for the musical, please try to come January 21 or 28, and please prepare a short portion of a song.

Shelly Road Centre, 186 Shelly Road, Parksville.

250-752-4470

MON JAN 29 Arrowsmith Naturalists Monthly Meeting 7:00pm. The Naturalists invite you to join them for a Member Night Photo Display. Each participating member will submit 12 photos. Non members: By donation St Edmunds Anglican Church, 407 Wembley Road, Parksville. 250757-2328

TUE JAN 30 Balairdirect 2018 BC Men’s Curling Chanpionships 8:00am. Jan 30-Feb 4. The 2018 belairdirect BC Men’s Curling Championship, presented by Berwick Retirement Homes. The top 12 men’s curling teams from across the province meet to vie for the chance to represent BC at the 2018 Tim Hortons Brier in Regina. The final four games will be televised on Shaw TV on February 3 and 4, 2018. Parksville Curling Club, 220 Corfield St N, Parksville.

WED JAN 31 Free Information Session - Esthetics Training at VIU 6:00pm. Vancouver Island University 8-month Professional Esthetics certificate program will get you job-ready and in high demand with industry employers.

Graduates work in many settings day, resort, destination and cruise ship spas; hair salons; private businesses; and sales and promotion. Vancouver Island University - Parksville Campus, 100 Jensen Avenue East, Parksville.

Enjoy 2 eggs, 2 slices of bacon, hash browns, toast and coffee Available Mon - Fri, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.

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Joke of the Month A friend hosted a dinner party for people from work and everyone was encouraged to bring their children. All during the sit-down dinner one co-worker’s three-year-old girl stared at the man sitting across from her. The girl could hardly eat her food from staring.

The man checked his tie, felt his face for food, patted his hair in place, but nothing stopped her from staring at him. He tried his best to just ignore her but finally it was too much for him.

He asked her, “Excuse me little girl, but why do you keep staring at me?”

Everyone at the table had noticed her behaviour, and the table went quiet for her response. The little girl said, “I just want to see how you drink like a fish.”

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Coffee House 7:30pm. Errington Hall, Errington. 250-248-5106 SUN JAN 7

Country/Blues Jam 3:00pm. Crown & Anchor, Qualicum Beach.

250-757-9444 TUE JAN 9

Xtreme Karaoke 9:00pm. Rod & Gun, Parksville. 250.248.6511

7:30pm. Rotary House, Qualicum Beach. 250240-0582

Open Mic 7:30pm. Rod & Gun, Parksville. 250-248-6511 FRI JAN 12

Saskia and Darrel 7:00pm. McMillan Arts Centre, Parksville. 250465-2848

Double Trouble Duo 7:00pm. Smoke N Water Restaurant, Nanoose Bay. 250-468-7192 SAT JAN 13

The Kingmixers 7:00pm. Smoke N Water Restaurant, Nanoose Bay. 250-468-7192 SUN JAN 14

WED JAN 17

Open Mic 7:00pm. Crown & Anchor, Qualicum Beach.

250-757-9444

WED JAN 24

Open Mic 7:00pm. Crown & Anchor, Qualicum Beach.

250-757-9444 THU JAN 25

THU JAN 18

Thursday Night Dancing 7:30pm. Rotary House, Qualicum Beach. 250240-0582

Open Mic 7:30pm. Rod & Gun, Parksville. 250-248-6511 FRI JAN 19

Dance to Blue Moon Marquee 8:00pm. Errington Hall, Errington. 250-2485106 SAT JAN 20

Thursday Night Dancing 7:30pm. Rotary House, Qualicum Beach. 250240-0582

Open Mic 7:30pm. Rod & Gun, Parksville. 250-248-6511 FRI JAN 26

Rockland Moran 7:00pm. Smoke'n Water Restaurant, Nanoose Bay. 250-468-7192 TUE JAN 30

Xtreme Karaoke 9:00pm. Rod & Gun, Parksville. 250.248.6511

Knox OrganWorx Concert Series

Fundraiser Adult Dance for Prom and Dry Grad

Open Mic

2:00pm. Knox United Church, Parksville. 250248-3927

8:00pm. Parksville Community and Conference Centre, Parksville.

7:00pm. Crown & Anchor, Qualicum Beach.

250-757-9444

WED JAN 31

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EVERY WEEK EVERY MONDAY

EVERY MONDAY

EVERY TUESDAY

EVERY TUESDAY

TOPS 4248 Parksville

Vortex Dancing

Level 1 Yoga

250-927-3985

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

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

9:30am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

Intro Yoga

Bellyfit for Women 55+

Meditation & Relaxtion

Music Time

6:30pm. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

9:30am. Commons QB. charlottecrowley@shaw.ca

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

10:00am. Family Place, Parksville. 250-947-8252

TOPS Dashwood

Gentle Hatha Yoga

Badminton / Ping Pong

TOPS Little Qualicum

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

10:00am. Qualicum Beach Civic Centre 250-752-1275

9:30am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

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

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

Parksville Rotary Club 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

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

EVERY TUESDAY Qualicum Sunrise Rotary 7:00am. Rotary House, Qualicum Beach.

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

250-248-2093 ext. 237

Drop In Yoga

Bingo

Better Body's Fitness

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

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

Badminton 6:30pm. Christian Fellowship Centre, Qualicum.

8:00am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273 9:00am. Civic Centre, Qualicum. 250-240-4840

Yoga at Eaglecrest Golf 9:00am. Qualicum Beach. charlottecrowley@shaw.ca

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

Socrates Cafe

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

EVERY WEDNESDAY Parksville Rotary AM

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

7:00am. The Beach Club Resort, Parksville.

Yoga at Eaglecrest Golf

Early Bird All Levels Yoga

10:30am. Qualicum Beach. 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

Intro Yoga 11:30am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

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

Music Time 1:00pm. Qualicum Beach Commons. 250-947-8252

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

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

Level 1/2 Yoga 4:30pm. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

Level 1 Yoga

Fun Bridge

Youth Drop-In Basketball 11-15

6:30pm. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

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

6:00pm. Coombs Fairground Gymnasium.

8:30am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

Bellyfit for Women 55+ 9:30am. Commons QB. charlottecrowley@shaw.ca

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

Sole Sisters Walking 10:00am. Various Locations.

250-248-8515

Chair Yoga 10:00am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

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

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

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EVERY WEDNESDAY

EVERY THURSDAY

EVERY THURSDAY

EVERY FRIDAY

Yoga Philosophy

Better Body's Fitness

Belly Dancing

Bridge

2:30pm. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

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

6:00pm. Qualicum Beach.

250-752-3750

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

TOPS Qualicum

Yoga at Eaglecrest Golf

All Level Yoga

Chair Yoga

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

9:00am. Qualicum Beach. charlottecrowley@shaw.ca

Belly Dancing-Qualicum

Level 1 Yoga

4:30pm. Qualicum Beach.

250-752-3750

9:30am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

Weight Watchers

Better Body's Fitness

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

10:30am. Bradley Centre, Parksville. 250-240-4840

Qigong

Yoga at Eaglecrest Golf

5:00pm. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

10:30am. Qualicum Beach. charlottecrowley@shaw.ca

Belly Dancing

Drop in Bridge

6:00pm. Qualicum Beach.

250-752-3750

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

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

Pilates 6:30pm. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

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

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

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

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

ESL Conversation Group

Mt. Arrowsmith Pipe Band Practice

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

6:45pm. Arbutus Grove Church, Parksville.

Belly Dancing-Qualicum

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

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

EVERY THURSDAY

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

Members Zumba Gold

Bingo

8:45am. Qualicum Seniors Centre. 250-752-0420

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

6:45pm. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

Youth Drop-In Basketball 16+ 7:00pm. Coombs Fairground Gymnasium.

250-927-3985

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

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

EVERY FRIDAY All Levels Yoga 8:30am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

1:00pm. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

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

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

Teen Swim

TIC TAC

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

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

Drop-In Darts

TOPS Nanoose Bay 9:00am. Nanoose Bay Library Hall. 250-586-5495

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

50+ All Levels Yoga

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

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

Level 1 Yoga

10:30am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

10:00am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

Stroke Recovery

Men's Pool

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

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

Members Only Darts

Family Swim

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

Chair Yoga 1:00pm. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

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

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

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 Biscotti Di Notte 250-752-3637 BoMé Cheese 250-586-2663 Bradley’s on Jensen 250-954-2085 Bread & Honey Food Co. 250-586-1021 Cafe Brie & Tea Room 250-594-2526

French Creek Bakery 250-248-2080

Serious Coffee 250-586-0188

French Press Cafe 250-752-0021

Shanna’s Place 250-248-4009

Frosteez 250-752-9281

Ship & Shore Cafe 250-757-8399

HeBrews Cafe 250-954-3343

Silly-Yak Bakery 250-752-8697

Island Drive In 250-752-3663

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

The Brew Coffee House 250-757-9565

Log Cabin Ice Cream 250-248-2868

Thrifty Foods 250-248-8823

Milner House Tea Room 250-752-6153

Tim Hortons 250-248-0094

Naked Naturals

Tomm’s Village Foods 250-757-8944

Cha Cha Java 250-248-4225

Parksville 250-951-0277 Qualicum Beach 250-752-0277

Cedar Sky Foods 250-248-5663

Pacific Brimm 250-248-3336

Coastal Cake Co. 250-586-6642

Perks Coffee Bar 250-468-9921

Cockney Pride 250-752-6322

Qualicum Beach Bakery 250-752-6143

Cone Zone 250-752-2003

Quality Foods

Weinberg’s Good Food 250-335-1534 Whiskey Creek Ice Cream 250-752-9261 Wild Culture Artisan Bakery 250-752-0077

Casual / Family

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

Bayside Bistro & Lounge Quality Inn 250-248-8333

Courtyard Cafe & Patio 250-752-4152

Riverside Resort Ice Cream 250-752-9544

Benz Lounge, Patio & Bistro 250-468-9915

Creekmore’s Coffee 250-752-0158

Sandbar Cafe & Art Gallery 778-424-9892

Black Bird Schnitzel Haus 250-752-8500

Eat Fresh Market 250-248-3007

Sandcastle Bakery 250-248-9111

Boston Pizza 250-947-9400

Farmhouse Cafe 250-248-5519

Save-On-Foods 250-390-4613

Bugaboo Burgers 250-338-3568

A&W Restaurant 250-248-2040 Aioli Seafood Restaurant 250-954-1010

Coombs Market Restaurant 250-248-6272 Dairy Queen Parksville 250-248-3433 Lefty's Fresh Food, Parksville 250-954-3886 Lefty's Fresh Food, Qualicum 250-752-7530 Gary's Bistro 250-752-5800 Final Approach Restaurant 250-752-8966 Fish Tales Cafe 250-752-6053 McDonald’s 250-248-8885 Micky J's Bar & Grill 250-752-9727 Morningstar Golf 800-567-1320 Pheasant’s Nest Restaurant 250-752-0117 Realm Food Co. 250-586-1158 Riverside Fry Co. 250-752-9544 Smitty’s Restaurant 250-248-2432

Bamboo Garden 250-248-3323

Sushi Sakura Japan 250-203-1072

Bangkok Thai Restaurant 250-248-4860

Tan’s Kitchen 250-586-8828

Bavarian Sausage House 250-248-0439

Treetop Tapas & Grill 250-248-2072

Bistro 694 250-752-0301

Smile Thai Cuisine 250-752-7148

British Bobby Restaurant 250-954-3232

White Elephant Thai Cuisine 250-586-6611

Butlers at the Mansion 250-752-5776

Pizza

Cedars Restaurant & Lounge 250-248-2333

Domino’s Pizza 250-248-9296

Chameleons 250-586-5500

Nickolini’s Pizza 250-757-9996

China Garden Restaurant 250-954-2202

Oceanside Pizza Palace 250-954-3677

Cuckoo Trattoria & Pizzeria 250-248-6280

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

Subway Restaurants 250-954-1947 • 250-951-9826

Kalvas Restaurant 250-248-6933

Pizza Hut 250-248-8130

Taqueria 250-248-6272

Mekong River Restaurant 250-586-8000

Talons Restaurant & Lounge 250-752-6311

Poppa’s Pizza 250-248-9121

Nemo Sushi 250-586-1212

Tidal Taco Shack 250-240-2855

Pub Style

New Canton Restaurant 250-752-2198

Black Goose Inn 250-586-1001

Traditional Texas BBQ 250-951-6445

Pacific Prime Restaurant 250-947-2109

French Creek Marine Pub 250-248-3713

Qualicum Sushi 250-752-5199

Crown & Anchor Pub 250-757-9444

Saigon Garden 250-248-5667

Deez Bar & Grill 250-752-8055

Sam’s Sushi 250-954-0572

Fanny Bay Inn 250-335-2323

Samurai Sushi & Teriyaki 250-951-0752

The Shady Restaurant & Pub 250-752-9111

Smoke 'N Water Restaurant 250-947-2109

Rocking Horse Pub 250-468-1735

Sushi Deco 250-586-3290

Rod & Gun 250-248-6511

Sushi Hama 250-594-9961

Sunset Lanes Sports Lounge 250-248-6411

Sushi Ichi 250-954-2020

Upper Deck Sports Bar 250-248-8333

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

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