January 2017 Issue 5:4

TAKE ONE PARKSVILLE, QUALICUM BEACH & AREA

JANAURY 2017 | 5:4

Adult Dance Classes page 22

LIVE THEATRE page 8

SOLE SISTERS page 16

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MUST SEE EVENTS This month, we personally selected what we feel are “Must See” events happening. We hope you enjoy them as much as we know we will.

SUN JAN 1

UNTIL MAY 2017

A great way to start the New Year, you are welcome to come as a participant, spectator or volunteer. Parksville Community Park Beach, Parksville. 250-752-5014

From October to May, Discover glass treasures in Vancouver Island’s Oceanside region hidden above the high tide line on beaches stretching from Nanoose Bay into south to Deep Bay.

FRI JAN 20

SAT JAN 21

Beachflicks Presents Captain Fantastic, a father devoted to raising his six kids is forced to leave his paradise and enter the world. Eaglecrest Golf Course, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6311

Try something different and come skating at Oceanside Place Arena under the disco lights.

Oceanside Place Arena, Parksville. 250-2483252 or 250-752-5014

POLAR BEAR SPLASH

BEACHFLICKS

TIDAL TREASURES

DISCO LIGHT SKATE

JAN 13 - 29 WINTERFEST

WinterFest is Vancouver Island’s biggest winter festival from January 13 – 29, 2017. It features incredible 50% off Ski & Stay packages in the Comox Valley, plus an awesome lineup of après, music and comedy events. Head Downtown Courtenay for snow loads of winter fun at the WinterFest Fun Zone, where you can learn to skate or simply enjoy the great outdoors with fun, family events and activities. www.cvwinterfest.com

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Live Theatre Sole Sisters Echo Players Theatre Adult Dance Classes

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January 2017 Events What’s On Screen Live Music Every Week Events Restaurant Directory

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Trivia Questions What’s The Dif

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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COVER Innovate Dance Arts offering a wide range of free adult dance classes.

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Explore, Experience, Enjoy QUALICUM BEACH DOWNTOWN SHOP • EAT • PLAY

Steps away you will find boutiques, shops, clothing, gifts, books, specialty stores, groceries and works from our many local artisans.

Complete Automotive Repairs in Town REBEKAH ANNE

artisan jewelry

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events JANUARY 2017

SUN JAN 1 New Year’s Day According to the Gregorian calendar, used in Canada and many other countries, January 1 is the first day of a new year. This date is commonly known as New Year’s Day and is a statutory holiday in all Canadian provinces and territories.

Tidal Treasures Vancouver Island From Oct to May. Discover glass treasures in Vancouver Island’s Oceanside region. More than 300 handcrafted glass floats and hundreds of other dazzling glass sea creatures… starfish, seahorses, sand dollars, scallops… hidden above the high tide line on beaches stretching from Nanoose Bay in the south to Deep Bay in the north. www.tidaltreasures.info

Qualicum Beach New Years Levee 12:00pm. We invite Legion members and the public to our annual New Year’s Day Levee. There will be refreshments, food and live dance music,& QB Pipe Band, so come out and celebrate the New Year! Public is Welcome! Legion Br. 76, 180 Veterans Way, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-0986

Polar Bear Splash 12:00pm. 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. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks 250-752-5014. View swim and skate schedules online at www.rdn. bc.ca/recreation. Parksville Community Beach.

250-248-3252

MON JAN 2

School Nite Out

Skate with the Generals

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

2:00pm. Join the Oceanside Generals Jr Hockey team for a free everyone welcome skate from 2 to 3:30pm. You will have the opportunity to meet the players, receive skating tips and play some hockey. Free admission and skate rentals are courtesy of the Oceanside Generals Jr. Hockey Club. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 West Island Highway, Parksville. 250-2483252

TUE JAN 3 TIC TAC Parksville 9:00am. Tuesdays and Fridays. All family caregivers and their children are welcome to join the fun! Catch up over a cup of coffee while kids enjoy crafts, games and healthy snacks. SOS Child, Youth and Family Centre, 245 West Hirst Ave, Parksville. 250248-2093 ext. 242

New Year! New Opportunities!

Call us about BladeRunners & our exciting new employment workshops! @careercentre

/thecareercentre

110-198 East Island Hwy, Parksville 250-248-3205

www.careercentre.org

Family Night in Qualicum Beach 4:30pm. Every Tuesday.

Connect with others and learn about family services, support & activities. Qualicum Commons, 744 Primrose Street, Qualicum Beach.

250-248-2093 ext. 237

Oceanside Prostate Cancer Support Group 7:00pm. Oceanside Prostate Cancer Support Group, First Tuesday of each month. Those newly diagnosed or affected, their family & friends are welcome. The Gardens, 650 Berwick North,

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TUE JAN 3 CONT...

Qualicum Beach. 250752-7489

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

EVERY Tuesday at 9pm.

The Rod & Gun Pub, 163 Alberni Hwy, Parksville.

250-668-8796

WED JAN 4 Soupy Cafe 12:00pm. Every Wed. 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

Youth Open Space Qualicum 3:30pm. Grades 10 through 12 are invited to come connect with others in Qualicum Beach, enjoy some snacks, embark on creative projects and have some fun. Every Wed from 3:30-5:30 pm. 744 Primrose St, Qualicum Beach. 250248-2093 ext. 232

Family Night in Parksville 4:30pm. Every Wednesday. Connect with others

and learn about family services, support & activities. SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre, 245 Hirst Ave. W, Parksville.

250-248-2093

ery Wednesday during the school year from 7pm - 9pm. Parksville Baptist Church, 550 Pym Street, Parksville.

250-248-6322

Live Music Jam

THU JAN 5

6:00pm. Bring an instrument and play along, or just sit and listen! The Shady Waterfront Restaurant & Pub, 3109 West Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-752-9111

High School PYM 7:00pm. For students from grades 9-12. Evening includes a drop-in time, group activities, music and teaching about life and faith. Ev-

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

Girl Talk / Guyz Time 3:00pm. Every Thurs-

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Oceanside Breast Cancer Support Group 7:00pm.inMeets first training cardiothe pulmoThursday of the month. nary resuscitation level This group is indepenC, automated external dent, non-profit, slip-on defibrillation, injury preshoe support vention, first aidgroups treatserving the Oceanside ment of shock, bleeding, community 5 broken bonesfor andover more. years. The Gardens, 650 This is a pre-requisite for Berwick North, Qualicum National Lifeguard certiBeach. 250-752-8066 fication. Qualicum ComNewcomers Club mons two days, Saturday and Sunday, 23 7:00pm.

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250-248-6234 Qualicum Commons, 744 Primrose Street, Coombs Old Time Qualicum Beach. 250Fiddlers 752-5014 7:30pm. Dance or just listenCross to the Coombs Red AED/CPR Old Time Fiddlers; all C 14yrs+ ages. $3 pp. includes 9:00am.

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Thursday for open mic!

Hosted by Scott and Hope from Backstage Whiskey. The Rod & Gun Pub, 163 Alberni Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-6511

FRI JAN 6 TIC TAC Parksville 9:00am. Tuesdays and Fridays. All family caregivers and their children are welcome to join the fun! Catch up over a cup of coffee while kids enjoy crafts, games and healthy snacks. SOS Child, Youth and Family Centre, 245 West Hirst Ave, Parksville. 250-2482093 ext. 242

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ow that 2017 is upon us it is a great time to think about checking some of those aspirations on your bucket

B2B is holding auditions this month for all three of their 2017 productions and Butts said anyone is welcome to try out no matter what their experience is and she emphasized you are never too list. old to be a participant in their company.

If being part of the theatre is one of “We are always trying to get new the things you have dreamed about people involved in all capacities. Past doing, then Bard to Broadway (B2B) experience is an asset but we provide may be the group that can help you training. People are teachable. We have pursue your goals. from time to time offered workshops Eileen Butts knows a thing or two and our strength is in our youth about local theatre. She has been workshops,” involved in the she pointed performing arts out. for more than 40 She admitted "We are always trying to get years. that directing new people involved in all The past 18 is one position capacities." years she has where it been an integral is difficult Eileen Butts member of to bring in the Qualicum someone who Beach repertory has not done it theatre company as a member of the before and she emphasized that if you board and director of many productions. do land a role in one of the plays, you have to commit.

She said if you make the commitment to be involved with community theatre “B2B does not have understudies. It it can be very rewarding and addictive. is very rare to have one in community theatre so if you are involved you have “I have been doing this for over 40 to carefully examine the time period years and I am still at it,” she said with you will be involved.” a chuckle and added, “Almost everyone She said actors have rehearsals two goes away with a tremendous sense of to three times a week between April camaraderie and being involved in the and July depending on the role and community.” the needs of the show.

From July 4 to August 19 the performances take place about three times a week.

May 23 to August 19 is the usual approximate time-frame commitment for the ASMs, technical and backstage crews.

Butts said depending on what role you take or how you choose to participate the commitment can be quite a lot or not too much.

“Suppose you are going to work on props. It is possible you can fulfill the job in a much shorter period of time.

The same goes for sewing … as long as you meet your deadline.” She said performers and stage managers have to be there at the prescribed times because the show must go on but when it does, there is nothing quite as fulfilling.

“What is neat is you start with words on a page and you make something out of that. You make a production and you make emotions happen you make a story happen and depending on the size of the production it can be a few people or up to 30 people and you are interacting with the audience.

You bring them entertainment and enlightenment and very occasionally you make them cry because that is life.

Sometimes there is a little tear. One of the most wonderful directors I worked with said the best theatre is if you can

make people laugh or cry or both. I have always liked that,” she noted.

Formed in 1999, B2B has presented anywhere from two, to five shows simultaneously. A lot has changed in 18 years but Butts said one thing that remains constant is the love of theatre that exists in the community and the extra ordinary talented people who continue to participate in productions each year.

Auditions are being held in Nanaimo and Parksville from January 21 to 28 for Norm Foster’s Looking; Ken Ludwig’s Moon Over Buffalo and the Tony Award winning Broadway musical The Drowsy Chaperone.

For details on the 2017 line up and the audition schedule visit: www. b2btheatre.com or contact artistic director Gary Brown at: stageguy@ shaw.ca.

MORE INFORMATION

AUDITIONS: Norm Foster’s Looking; Ken Ludwig’s Moon Over Buffalo The Drowsy Chaperone January 21 to 28 www.b2btheatre.com Gary Brown stageguy@shaw.ca Story by BRENDA GOUGH

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FRI JAN 6 CONT...

Live Music with Ron Stewart 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub. French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Road, Parksville.

250-248-3713

SAT JAN 7 Saturday Mess 10:30am. A fun space for Family and Friends to learn about God and make a MESS! Includes; crafts, some snacks, a story from the bible, and games. Parksville Salvation Army Corps, 187 Alberni Highway, Parksville. 250-6189357

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

250-752-9111

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

& treats available. Doors open at 7pm. Admission is $5.00 at the door. Errington Hall, 1390 Errington Road, Errington.

250-248-5106

Live Music with Herbicidal Maniacs 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Road, Parksville. 250248-3713

SUN JAN 8 Second Sunday Market and Pancake Breakfast 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.

Lighthouse Community Hall, 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Beach. 250757-8172

Parksville Lion’s and

Save-On-Foods Free Family Skate 12:15pm. This popular session is back. Children must be accompanied by an adult, 19yrs+. Pond hockey is not available during this session. View skate schedules online at www.rdn.bc.ca/recreation. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 West Island Highway, Parksville.

250-248-3252

Music on Sunday 2:30pm. Sarah Fryer, mezzo-soprano; Brenda Fedoruk, flute; Shoko Inoue, piano. $13.00 (Members) $16.00 (Non-members). TOSH Arts Centre, 122 Fern Rd W, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-6133

MON JAN 9 TIC TAC Qualicum 9:00am. Mondays. All family caregivers and their children are welcome to join the fun!

Catch up over a cup of coffee while kids enjoy crafts, games and healthy snacks. Free.

Qualicum Commons, 744 Primrose St, Qualicum Beach. 250-7522040

Girl Talk / Guys Time 3:00pm. Mondays are your day to shine! Join us in fun activities that inspire confidence and healthy self-image.

Healthy snacks are provided as well as transportation from Oceanside and Springwood Middle Schools. Preregistration is required.

Mondays, 3:00p.m.5:00 p.m. SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre, 245 Hirst Ave. W, Parksville. 250-248-2093 ext.

237

TUE JAN 10 TIC TAC Parksville 9:00am. Tuesdays and Fridays. All family caregivers and their children are welcome to join the fun! Catch up over a cup of coffee while kids enjoy crafts, games and healthy snacks. Free.

SOS Child, Youth and Family Centre, 245 West

11 Hirst Ave, Parksville.

250-248-2093 ext. 242

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

Family Night in Qualicum Beach 4:30pm. Every Tuesday.

Connect with others and learn about family services, support & activities. Qualicum Commons, 744 Primrose Street, Qualicum Beach.

250-248-2093 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 from 6:30 to 7:30 pm. This free skate is sponsored by our partners at Building Learning Together. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks 250-248-3252 or view skate and swim schedules online at www. rdn.bc.ca/recreation.

Oceanside Place Arena, 830 Island Highway West, Parksville. 250248-3252

Qualicum Beach Garden Club 7:00pm. Speaker is: Debra Contreras. Topic is: Soilfood Web Gardening. New members and guests welcome.

Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, 747 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach. 250390-3350

Xtreme Karaoke 9:00pm. Come join Debra & friends, show

off your pipes, get in on prizes and the “cash wall” and enjoy free pool.

Every Tuesday at 9pm.

The Rod & Gun Pub, 163 Alberni Hwy, Parksville.

250-668-8796

WED JAN 11 Sole Sisters Every Wednesday. Free drop-in walking program which encourages women to walk once a week in various locations around Oceanside. Kim Longmuir 250-248-8515

Soupy Cafe 12:00pm.

Every Wednesday. 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

services, support & activities. SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre, 245 Hirst Ave. W, Parksville.

250-248-2093

Live Music Jam 6:00pm. Bring an instrument and play along, or just sit and listen! The Shady Waterfront Restaurant & Pub, 3109 West Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250-7529111

Dance 7:00pm. The Parksville Legion is a great place to get to know people in a friendly atmosphere. We encourage you to come and check us out, you don’t have to be a member to enjoy this facility someone will be happy to sign you in. Royal Canadian Legion No 49, 146 Hirst Ave, Parksville.

250-821-6342

Singing in French in Oceanside

THU JAN 12

1:30pm. Singing in French in Oceanside every Wednesday from Sept to June. New members welcome!

Nouveaux members bienvenue! Need to understand French. Call for location. Parksville. 250248-8714

Coffee with Council 2:00pm. Residents are invited to join members of Council for coffee and an informal chat on Thursday afternoons.

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

250-248-6144

Youth Open Space Qualicum

3:00pm. Every Thursday.

Fun activities encourage self-esteem & healthy relationships, Nutritious snacks and transportation provided. Preregistration required.

Qualicum Commons, 744 Primrose Street, Qualicum Beach. 250248-2093 ext. 237

3:30pm. Grades 10 through 12 are invited to come connect with others in Qualicum Beach, enjoy some snacks, embark on creative projects and have some fun. Every Wednesday at Qualicum Commons from 3:30-5:30 pm. Qualicum Commons, 744 Primrose St, Qualicum Beach.

250-248-2093 ext. 232

Family Night in Parksville 4:30pm. Every Wednesday. Connect with others and learn about family

Girl Talk / Guyz Time

Teen Nite in Parksville 3:30pm. Every Thursday.

For Youth Grades 10 - 12.

Old & new friends get togetherfor dinner, creative projects,games, outings, and more! Drop-in. SOS Child, Youth & Family

Centre, 245 Hirst Ave. W, Parksville. 250-2482093

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

Coombs Old Time Fiddlers 7:30pm. Dance or just listen to the Coombs Old Time Fiddlers; all ages. $3 pp. includes snacks.

Great music, many dance styles. Rotary House, 211 Fern Road W, Qualicum Beach. 250594-3750

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

Hosted by Scott and Hope from Backstage Whiskey. The Rod & Gun Pub, 163 Alberni Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-6511

FRI JAN 13 TIC TAC Parksville 9:00am. Tuesdays and Fridays. All family caregivers and their children are welcome to join the fun! Catch up over a cup of coffee while kids enjoy crafts, games and healthy snacks. SOS Child, Youth and Family Centre, 245 West Hirst Ave, Parksville. 250248-2093 ext. 242

Oceanside Stroke Recovery Society 11:00am. Oceanside Stroke Recovery provides professional therapy sessions - physical exercise, speech, music and art therapy and caregivers’ counselling.

St. Columbia Church Hall, 921 Wembley Mall, Parksville. 250248-9994

PRIDE & PREJUDICE

By Jane Austen Adapted by Janet Munsil

FEB 17 - MAR 25

2 PIANOS 4 HANDS

Written by Ted Dykstra & Richard Greenblatt

APR 6 - MAY 14 SINGLES TICKETLE ON SA 0 ROCK LEGENDS JAN 1 THE SEQUEL TO TWIST & SHOUT

Conceived and Directed by Alex Mustakas Orchestrations and Vocal Arrangements by Robert Foster

JUN 2 - AUG 26

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

SEP 8 - 30

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By Lauren Gunderson

OCT 13 - NOV 4

CORNWALLS’ ALL-INCLUSIVE CANCUN CHRISTMAS

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NOV 17 - DEC 31

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Another Sandbar Friday Night with Peter Mason 5:30pm. Peter Mason every Friday at the Sandbar Cafe, 6087 West Island Highway, Qualicum Beach. 250-757-8788

Music Trivia 7:00pm. Every Friday.

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

Jarring Events & Daring Deeds 7:30pm. Tales for the Telling, Storytelling for Adults, presents Jennifer Ferris and Shirley Routliffe from Victoria sharing personal and traditional tales that you might believe they told sitting around the kitchen table with their family and friends. Hear of daring deeds and extraordinary events as they recount their splendid stories. Tickets are available at the McMillan Arts Centre, online at www.mcmillanartscentre.com or by phone 250-248-8185.

Remaining tickets will be sold at the door. $15/$12 for OCAC Members.

McMillan Arts Centre, 133 McMillan Street, Parksville. 250-594-3221

Live Music with Booda Boom 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub. French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Road, Parksville.

250-248-3713

SAT JAN 14 Live Music with Real Deal 7:00pm. The Shady Waterfront Restaurant & Pub, 3109 Island Hwy W, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-9111

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Dance with No Sinner 8:00pm. An all - ages dance with this power house rockin blues quartet from Vancouver. Tickets are $20, Kids 6-12 $5 - from Cranky Dog in Parksville, Heaven on Earth in Qualicum Beach or at the Errington General Store. Coffee and great treats available from the kitchen. Errington Hall, 1390 Errington Road, Errington.

250-248-5106

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REGISTER FOR WINTER PROGRAMS For all ages and interests

rdn.bc.ca/recreation

Live Music with Doctors of Rock ‘n Roll 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Road, Parksville. 250248-3713

SUN JAN 15 Parksville Lion’s and Save-On-Foods Free Family Skate 12:15pm. This popular session is back. Children must be accompanied by an adult, 19yrs+. Pond hockey is not available during this session. View skate schedules online at www.rdn.bc.ca/recreation. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 West Island Highway, Parksville. 250248-3252

Music on Sunday 2:30pm. Anna Levy, piano, Rosemary O’Connor, piano. $13.00 (Members) $16.00 (Nonmembers). TOSH Arts Centre, 122 Fern Rd W, Qualicum Beach. 250752-6133

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MON JAN 16 Parksville Probus Club 8:30am. An off-shoot of Rotary, Probus is a non-political, nonprofit, non-fundraising social group. Continue learning, seeing new places, and meeting new friends! 3rd Monday of each month Coffee and

QUALICUM BEACH FARMERS MARKET

EVERY SATURDAY

OPEN YEAR ROUND 8:30AM TO NOON WEDNESDAY TOP UP MARKET DURING SUMMER

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VISIT THE BISTRO LOUNGE for Fantastic Food & Drink Specials Open daily until 11pm • Food served until 10pm

Happy New Year from all of us at Bayside Bistro & Lounge

250.248.8333

240 Dogwood Street, Parksville www.qualityresortparksville.com

light goodies, followed at 9 am by announcements and guest speaker. Members $5, 1st time guests free. Quality Resort Bayside, 240 Dogwood Street, Parksville.

250-390-9121

TIC TAC Qualicum 9:00am. All family caregivers and their children are welcome to join the fun! Catch up over a cup of coffee while kids enjoy crafts, games and healthy snacks. Qualicum Commons, Mondays. 744 Primrose St, Qualicum Beach. 250752-2040

Girl Talk / Guys Time

Trivia Questions

1 2 3 4 5

Largest state in the U.S.A? Len Deighton book trilogy?

Alan Stuart Konigsberg famous as who?

3:00pm. Mondays are your day to shine! Join us in fun activities that inspire confidence and healthy self-image.

Healthy snacks are provided as well as transportation from Oceanside and Springwood Middle Schools. Pre-registration is required. Mondays, 3:00p.m.-5:00 p.m. SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre, 245 Hirst Ave. W, Parksville. 250-2482093 ext. 237

..biography “The Long Walk to Freedom”?

TUE JAN 17

What was discovered in 1922 by Howard Carter?

9:00am. Tuesdays and Fridays. All family caregivers and their children are welcome to join the fun! Catch up over a cup of coffee while kids

Answers found in this issue

enjoy crafts, games and healthy snacks. SOS Child, Youth and Family Centre, 245 West Hirst Ave, Parksville. 250-2482093 ext. 242

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

Family Night in Qualicum Beach 4:30pm. Every Tuesday.

Connect with others and learn about family services, support & activities. Qualicum Commons, 744 Primrose Street, Qualicum Beach.

250-248-2093 ext. 237

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

EVERY Tuesday at 9pm.

The Rod & Gun Pub, 163 Alberni Hwy, Parksville.

250-668-8796

WED JAN 18

TIC TAC Parksville

Soupy Cafe 12:00pm. Every Wednesday. Community Lunch / Drop in activity time.

Cards, Ping Pong, Chess.

All ages welcome. Lunch

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Singing in French in Oceanside 1:30pm. Singing in French in Oceanside every Wednesday from Sept to June. New members welcome! Nouveaux membres bienvenue! Need to understand French. Call for location. Parksville.

250-248-8714

Youth Open Space Qualicum

Spend your time doing what you love- we’ll help in the kitchen!

Qualicum Beach Family History Society Meeting

3:30pm. Grades 10 through 12 are invited to come connect with others in Qualicum Beach, enjoy some snacks, embark on creative projects and have some fun. Every Wednesday from 3:305:30pm. Qualicum Commons, 744 Primrose St, Qualicum Beach. 250248-2093 ext. 232

7:00pm. The Qualicum Beach Family History Society will hold its regular meeting. Guest speaker will be Marva Blackmore, with ‘Facts Do Not a Story Make: Crafting a Story that will be Read’. If you are starting a Family History search, this is a way to gain more knowledge and information through professional help. Guests welcome. Qualicum Beach Legion, 180 Veterans Way, Qualicum Beach. 250-954-0771

Family Night in Parksville 4:30pm. Every Wednesday. Connect with others and learn about family services, support & activities. SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre, 245 Hirst Ave. W, Parksville.

250-248-2093

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6:00pm. Bring an instrument and play along, or just sit and listen! The Shady Waterfront Restaurant & Pub, 3109 West Island Hwy, Qua-

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EVERY WEDNESDAY

SOLE SISTERS WALKING PROGRAM ENCOURAGING WOMEN TO WALK ONCE A WEEK.

id you make your New was to minimize barriers and increase participation of women, ages 55-plus Year’s resolution? in sport and fitness.

Is getting fit one of them?

ACRA was one of only four provincial To get you started you programs to receive a FAB (Forever just have to put one foot in front of the Active Bodies) 55-plus grant from other and get walking. And if the growth ViaSport. of the Sole Sisters fitness walking It enabled participants to not only program is any get in shape, indication, the but also chart foot movement the progress continues to they made in make big strides "It has become a real close their strength, in these parts. group of friends." flexibility and The free cardio training drop-in walking Kim Longmuir~ Arrowsmith Community Recreation Ass. at Kickstart program which Fitness gym encourages over 10 weeks. women to walk An integral part of the program was once a week in various locations around to encourage support and friendship Oceanside will resume Wednesday, and Longmuir said the functional January 11. fitness program was so successful it Each Wednesday from 10 to 11 a.m. expanded to include a weekly walking women of all ages, all paces and fitness and running element. levels are welcome to take a hike.

She explained that initially it was for Kim Longmuir of the Arrowsmith women ages 50 and over but now the Community Recreation Association walking club has women both young (ACRA) said when they initiated the and old in all shapes and sizes.

Sole Sisters program in 2014 the idea

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She added what hasn’t changed is the positive attitudes that have emerged from their once a week adventures.

“It has become a real close group of friends. They often go for coffee and tea afterwards. We have 75 people on our email list and we average between 10 and 30 any given week,” she said.

Longmuir said walking is a great alternative to jogging because there are fewer injuries and there are quite a few women who want to have some good company when they exercise.

“We want it to be a supportive group.

If you want to go hard and not socialize it is not the best group for that. We take turns with walking with people who are slower who may have had an injury. It is all paces and all ages which is a really nice thing. If you walk faster you can go ahead because we loop,” she explained.

She said they will alternate the intensity of each walk so people do not feel committed to coming every week.

“One week it might be more challenging. The next week we try to pick something that is more forgiving.

Because it is a drop in program they

can make the decision if they feel it is too challenging.” She added, “There are some pretty fit older ladies. We do go in rain or shine. It is a pretty die hard group. They come out in all kinds of weather.”

Longmuir acknowledged that one of the reasons the group keeps growing is because of safety in numbers.

“There are beautiful trails in this community but there are areas you might not feel safe as a woman. With a group you will explore trails you might not on your own. It opens up new sites for people who will then go back with their families.”

You can contact Longmuir at 250248-8515 or kimlongmuir@telus.net to be added to the email list or email: jessicapmclaren@gmail.com.

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CONTACT: Kim Longmuir 250-248-8515 kimlongmuir@telus.net jessicapmclaren@gmail.com Story by BRENDA GOUGH

ECHO Players presents

Marion Bridge

Directed by Wendy Punter February 16 - March 5 7:30pm • Sunday Matinees 2pm Nominated for the Governor Generals Award in Drama, ECHO Players’ production of Marion Bridge is a must see.

Funny, sharply witty, and heart-warming, Marion Bridge by Daniel MacIvor is the story of three sisters, Teresa (Vicki Barta) a nun, Louise (Cheryl Dendoff) a TV-loving recluse, and Agnes (Heather Haseltine) a liquor-loving actress, who gather at the home of their dying mother to visit with her and to engage in that strange, bantering dynamic known as sibling love.

Directed by Wendy Punter, this touching drama infused with humour and sure to be a crowd pleaser, is ECHO Players’ entry into Theatre B.C’s. North Island Zone Festival.

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Qualicum Beach. 250752-9320

Open Mic w/ Scott & Hope

Coffee with Council 2:00pm. Residents are invited to members of Council for coffee and an informal chat on Thursday afternoons.

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

250-248-6144

French Conversation 2:30pm. Informal dropin to maintain or improve your French. 2:30 to 4:00pm in the Serious Coffee meeting room (1209 East Island Hwy, Parksville). For info, call David at 250-738-0819.

Serious Coffee, 1209 E Island Hwy, Parksville.

250-738-0819

Girl Talk / Guyz Time MORE INFORMATION

TICKETS: Village Theatre Box Office 110 W. 2nd Ave or 250-752-3522 info@echoplayers.ca Visit echoplayers.ca

3:00pm. Every Thursday. Fun activities encourage self-esteem & healthy relationships, Nutritious snacks and transportation provided.

Pre-registration required.

Qualicum Commons, 744 Primrose Street, Qualicum Beach. 250248-2093 ext. 237

Teen Nite in Parksville 3:30pm. Every Thursday. For Youth Grades 10 - 12. Old & new friends get together for dinner, creative projects,games, outings, and more! Dropin. SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre, 245 Hirst Ave. W, Parksville. 250248-2093

Coombs Old Time Fiddlers 7:30pm. Dance or just listen to the Coombs Old Time Fiddlers; all ages. $3 pp. includes snacks.

Great music, many dance styles. Rotary House, 211 Fern Road W, Qualicum Beach. 250-

7:30pm. Join us every Thursday for open mic!

Hosted by Scott and Hope from Backstage Whiskey. The Rod & Gun Pub, 163 Alberni Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-6511

FRI JAN 20 TIC TAC Parksville 9:00am. Tuesdays and Fridays. All family caregivers and their children are welcome to join the fun! Catch up over a cup of coffee while kids enjoy crafts, games and healthy snacks. SOS Child, Youth and Family Centre, 245 West Hirst Ave, Parksville. 250-2482093 ext. 242

Oceanside Stroke Recovery Society 11:00am. Oceanside Stroke Recovery provides professional therapy sessions - physical exercise, speech, music and art therapy and caregivers’ counselling. St. Columbia Church Hall, 921 Wembley Mall, Parksville. 250248-9994

Live Music with Mike Allen 2:30pm. $20. McMillan Arts Centre, 133 McMillan Arts, Parksville. 250248-8185

Another Sandbar Friday Night with Peter Mason 5:30pm. Peter Mason every Friday at the Sandbar Cafe, 6087 West Island Highway, Parksville.

250-757-8788

Music Trivia 7:00pm. Every Friday.

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

Joe Stanton

19 7:00pm. Live music with Joe Stanton. $15. McMillan Arts Centre, 133 McMillan Arts, Parksville.

250-248-8185

Beachflicks Presents: Captain Fantastic 7:00pm. In the forests of the Pacific Northwest, a father devoted to raising his six kids with a rigorous physical and intellectual education is forced to leave his paradise and enter the world, challenging his idea of what it means to be a parent. $7. Eaglecrest Golf Club, 2035 Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-6311

Sand Dollars Square Dancing 7:30pm. West Coast Dance. Bradley Centre, 975 Shearme Rd, Coombs. 250-954-2132

Live Music with Shawn Carle Band 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub. French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Road, Parksville.

250-248-3713

SAT JAN 21 Bard to Broadway Auditions Jan 21-28. Held in Nanaimo and Parksville for Norm Foster’s Looking; Ken Ludwig’s Moon Over Buffalo and the Tony Award winning Broadway musical The Drowsy Chaperone. For details on the 2017 line up and the audition schedule visit: www.b2btheatre. com or contact artistic director Gary Brown at: stageguy@shaw.ca

Disco Light Skate for All Ages 5:45pm. Try something different and come skating at Oceanside Place Arena under the disco lights on Saturday, January 21 from 5:45 to 7:15 pm. Flashing lights and pumping disco music will take you back in time. Regular Admission. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 West Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach.

250-248-3252 or 250752-5014

VENTURE OUT, OR SETTLE IN. THE PERFECT STAY, MIDWAY

7:00pm. The Shady Waterfront Restaurant & Pub, 3109 West Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-9111

Live Music with Shawn Carle Band

lin). $13.00 (Members) $16.00 (Non-members).

250-752-6133. The Old School House Arts Centre, 122 Fern Rd W, Qualicum Beach.

MON JAN 23 Adult Dance Classes

8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Road, Parksville. 250248-3713

SUN JAN 22 Parksville Lion’s and Save-On-Foods Free Family Skate 12:15pm. This popular session is back. Children must be accompanied by an adult, 19yrs+. Pond hockey is not available during this session. View skate schedules online at www.rdn.bc.ca/recreation. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 West Island Highway, Parksville.

250-248-3252

Music on Sunday 2:30pm. Ivonne Hernandez Duo (With Tad Ruszel - guitar & mando-

Jan 23-27. Offering a wide range of free adult dance classes. Innovate Dance Arts, 425 Stanford Avenue East, Parksville. 250-248-9522

TIC TAC Qualicum 9:00am. Mondays. All family caregivers and their children are welcome to join the fun!

Catch up over a cup of coffee while kids enjoy crafts, games and healthy snacks. Qualicum Commons, 744 Primrose St, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-2040

Girl Talk / Guys Time 3:00pm. Mondays are your day to shine! Join us in fun activities that inspire confidence and healthy self-image.

Healthy snacks are pro-

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MON JAN 23 CONT... vided as well as transportation from Oceanside and Springwood Middle Schools. Preregistration is required.

Mondays, 3:00p.m.5:00 p.m. SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre, 245 Hirst Ave. W, Parksville. 250-248-2093 ext.

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TUE JAN 24 TIC TAC Parksville

370 Crome Point Rd, Deep Bay. 250-740-6611

ten in theScots language.

School Nite Out

12:00pm.

Every Wednesday. 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

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

9:00am. Tuesdays and Fridays. All family caregivers and their children are welcome to join the fun! Catch up over a cup of coffee while kids enjoy crafts, games and healthy snacks. SOS Child, Youth and Family Centre, 245 West Hirst Ave, Parksville. 250248-2093 ext. 242

Family Night in Qualicum Beach

High Tea by the Sea

9:00pm. Come join Debra & friends, show off your pipes, get in on prizes and the “cash wall” and enjoy free pool.

EVERY Tuesday at 9pm.

The Rod & Gun Pub, 163 Alberni Hwy, Parksville.

250-668-8796

11:00am. Join us for High Tea By The Sea, which includes a delicious selection of sandwiches, pastries and other goodies prepared by our chef. Tea includes admission to the Station. Enjoy stunning views of Baynes Sound, and tour the Station to learn about marine science through colourful exhibits, large public aquaria and touch tanks teeming with marine life collected from BC waters.

Reservations required.

Call 250-740-6611 for reservations. $22. Deep Bay Marine Field Station,

4:30pm. Every Tuesday.

Connect with others and learn about family services, support & activities. Qualicum Commons, 744 Primrose Street, Qualicum Beach.

250-248-2093 ext. 237

Xtreme Karaoke

WED JAN 25 Robbie Burns Day 12:00am. Robert Burns (25 Jan 1759 - 21 Jul 1796), was a Scottish poet and lyricist. Widely regarded as the national poet of Scotland and is celebrated worldwide.

He is the best known of the poets who have writ-

Soupy Cafe

Singing in French in Oceanside 1:30pm. Singing in French in Oceanside every Wednesday from Sept to June. New members welcome!

Nouveaux members bienvenue! Need to understand French. Call for location. Parksville. 250248-8714

Youth Open Space Qualicum 3:30pm. Grades 10 through 12 are invited to come connect with others in Qualicum Beach, enjoy some snacks, embark on creative projects and have some fun. Every Wednesday at Qualicum Commons from 3:30-5:30 pm. Qualicum Commons, 744 Primrose St, Qualicum Beach.

250-248-2093 ext. 232

Family Night in Parksville 4:30pm. Every Wednesday. Connect with others and learn about family services, support & activities. SOS Child, Youth

& Family Centre, 245 Hirst Ave. W, Parksville.

250-248-2093

Live Music Jam 6:00pm. Bring an instrument and play along, or just sit and listen! The Shady Waterfront Restaurant & Pub, 3109 West Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250-7529111

Dance 7:00pm. The Parksville Legion is a great place to get to know people in a friendly atmosphere. We encourage you to come and check us out, you don’t have to be a member to enjoy this facility someone will be happy to sign you in. Royal Canadian Legion No 49, 146 Hirst Ave, Parksville.

250-821-6342

THU JAN 26 Coffee with Council 2:00pm. Residents are invited to join members of Council for coffee and an informal chat on Thursday afternoons.

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

250-248-6144

Girl Talk / Guyz Time 3:00pm. Every Thursday.

Fun activities encourage self-esteem & healthy relationships, Nutritious snacks and transportation provided. Preregistration required.

Qualicum Commons, 744 Primrose Street,

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Oceanside Stroke Recovery Society

Teen Nite in Parksville

11:00am. Oceanside Stroke Recovery provides professional therapy sessions - physical exercise, speech, music and art therapy and caregivers’ counselling. St. Columbia Church Hall, 921 Wembley Mall, Parksville. 250248-9994

3:30pm. Every Thursday. For Youth Grades 10-12. Old &new friends get together for dinner, creative projects,games, outings, and more! Dropin. SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre, 245 Hirst Ave. W, Parksville. 250248-2093

Music Bingo

Another Sandbar Friday Night with Peter Mason

7:00pm. Music Bingo fun every second Thursday night at the French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Road, Parksville. 250248-3713

5:30pm. Peter Mason every Friday at the Sandbar Cafe, 6087 West Island Highway, Qualicum Beach. 250-757-8788

Open Mic w/ Scott & Hope

7:00pm. Every Friday.

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

7:30pm. Join us every Thursday for open mic!

Hosted by Scott and Hope from Backstage Whiskey. Every Thursday enjoy Hope and Scott as well as some local talent from the surrounding area. The Rod & Gun Pub, 163 Alberni Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-6511

Music Trivia

Blue Moon Marquee in Concert

7:30pm. Dance or just listen to the Coombs Old Time Fiddlers; all ages. $3 pp. includes snacks.

Great music, many dance styles. Rotary House, 211 Fern Road W, Qualicum Beach. 250594-3750

7:30pm. Spellbinding blues group fronted by A.W. Cardinal on guitar. (www.bluemoonmarquee.com) Opened by our own John Hamel.

Tickets are $20, Kids 6-12 $5 - from Cranky Dog in Parksville, Heaven on Earth in Qualicum Beach or at the Errington General Store. Coffee and great treats available from the kitchen.

Errington Hall, 1390 Errington Road, Errington.

250-248-5106

FRI JAN 27

Live Music with The Enablers

Coombs Old Time Fiddlers

TIC TAC Parksville 9:00am. Tuesdays and Fridays. All family caregivers and their children are welcome to join the fun! Catch up over a cup of coffee while kids enjoy crafts, games and healthy snacks. SOS Child, Youth and Family Centre, 245 West Hirst Ave, Parksville.

250-248-2093 ext. 242

8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub. French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Road, Parksville.

250-248-3713

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ADULT DANCE CLASSES YOU ARE NEVER TOO OLD TO TRY SOMETHING NEW.

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ou are never too old to try DeVito said adult dance classes were something new and if you an integral part of the Parksville Ballet have always wanted to take School and when they took over the a dance class but were too studio in 2014 they wanted to continue shy to try now is your chance to check that legacy. it off your bucket list.

“The Parksville Ballet School always There is no better way to ring in the had a strong program for adults and we New Year than to attempt an activity have been able to celebrate the same you have never thing since we done before and took over.” learning some She said new dance they added moves is a fun "Fun and stress free for their adult hip hop and healthy in the fall and adult students." option. they couldn’t Innovate believe how Dance Arts in Sarah DeVito ~ Co-Owner popular it was.

Parksville offers “We had a wide range of some parents adult dance asking about it so we said lets try it. classes and is offering a free week of We were just going to run it for eight classes from January 23 to 27. weeks but everyone liked it. Because Owners Sarah DeVito and Deena it was so popular we decided to keep DeVito-Carl along with their team of it going and ran it through the rest of dance instructors not only offer classes the year,” she explained. for kids, but also have adult programs Other dance genres they teach include for those who are just starting out or tap, modern, jazz and ballet. folks who want to keep honing their skills.

DeVito said even if you didn’t dance as

a kid you can pick up the choreography if you give it a chance.

“You have to give it time to get your mind and body used to thinking. It is like anything … you have to build up to it. It has an athletic component to it but you are making your mind work as well. It is super healthy for your brain,” she acknowledged.

She explained that they try to keep it fun and stress free for their adult students and because everyone is an adult and can articulate what their needs are with the instructor, the class can be tailored to their needs.

She added it is more important for them to know everyone in the room is in the same boat and they tend to thrive in a group setting.

“They laugh a lot and keep it really relaxed. There is an option to perform but it is not mandatory if you are nervous.”

She admitted that some students like working on one routine and performing it for an audience.

“They find it is quite fulfilling. We are supportive of our adults and so is the

audience watching these brave people on the stage.”

She said for some people just giving it a try is stepping out of their comfort zone but they accomplish so much by going for it.

“It is a good work out but the one thing about dancing like that is you are working out without the main focus being exercise. There is the feeling of being brave … going in and doing it and these are all opportunities to build success.”

If your New Year’s resolution is to learn some moves that include locking, popping and gliding with a bit of attitude then check out the adult hip hop class Thursday's 7 – 8 p.m.

For a list of the other classes and times visit: www.innovatedancearts.com.

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CONTACT: Innovate Dance Arts 425 Stanford Avenue East, Parksville 250-248-9522 Story by BRENDA GOUGH

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28th from 2:00 to 3:00 pm for an afternoon of games, crafts and skating. Costumes welcome. Regular admission Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks 250-2483252 or view skate and swim schedules online at www.rdn.bc.ca/recreation Regular Admission. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 West Island Highway, Parksville. 250248-3252

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WHAT’S ON DIGEST

Borstch and Smokie Night 4:00pm. St Mary the Protectress Orthodox Church would like to invite you to join us. There will be good food, live and silent auctions. Tickets are 12:00 in advance 15.00 at the door. Call Debbie 250-729-6143 for your tickets and more information. Stephen’s United Church, 150 Village Way, Qualicum Beach. 250-729-6143

Live Music with the Deep Bay Band 7:00pm. The Shady Waterfront Restaurant & Pub, 3109 West Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-9111

Live Music with The Enablers 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Road, Parksville. 250248-3713

SUN JAN 29 Parksville Lion’s and Save-On-Foods Free Family Skate 12:15pm. This popular session is back. Children must be accompanied by an adult, 19yrs+. Pond hockey is not available during this session. View skate schedules online at www.rdn.bc.ca/recreation. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 West Island

Highway, Parksville. 250248-3252

Mike Allen & Miles Black Duo CD Release Concert 2:30pm. Legacy Jazz Series and the McMillan Arts Centre are proud to present internationallyacclaimed BC jazz artists Mike Allen and Miles Black in concert. Mike (saxophones) and Miles (piano) perform music from their new duo album “Bob’s Piano”, a grooving tribute to the late VIU music professor and Canadian jazz piano icon, Bob Murphy. Spare, elegant, melodic, soaring, fierce ... Mike Allen has arrived as the country’s top jazz saxophonist… soulful, intense, lush and dynamic. $20-general, $17-members. McMillan Arts Centre, 133 McMillan Street, Parksville.

Music on Sunday 2:30pm. Bruce Vogt, piano $13.00 (Members) $16.00 (Non-members).

TOSH Arts Centre, 122 Fern Rd W, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6133

MON JAN 30 TIC TAC Qualicum 9:00am. Mondays. All family caregivers and their children are welcome to join the fun!

Catch up over a cup of coffee while kids enjoy crafts, games and healthy snacks. Free. . Qualicum Commons, 744 Primrose St, Qualicum Beach. 250752-2040

Girl Talk / Guys Time 3:00pm. Mondays are your day to shine! Join us in fun activities that inspire confidence and healthy self-image.Healthy snacks are provided as well as transportation from Oceanside and Springwood Middle Schools. Pre-

25 registration is required.

Mondays, 3:00p.m.-5:00 p.m. SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre, 245 Hirst Ave. W, Parksville. 250248-2093 ext. 237

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

TUE JAN 31

Family Night in Qualicum Beach

TIC TAC Parksville 9:00am. Tuesdays and Fridays. All family caregivers and their children are welcome to join the fun! Catch up over a cup of coffee while kids enjoy crafts, games and healthy snacks. SOS Child, Youth and Family Centre, 245 West Hirst Ave, Parksville. 250-2482093 ext. 242

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. Preregis-

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4:30pm. Every Tuesday.

Connect with others and learn about family services, support & activities. Qualicum Commons, 744 Primrose Street, Qualicum Beach.

250-248-2093 ext. 237

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

Every Tuesday at 9pm.

The Rod & Gun Pub, 163 Alberni Hwy, Parksville.

250-668-8796

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LIVE MUSIC TUE JAN 3

Xtreme Karaoke 9:00pm. Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-668-8796 WED JAN 4

Live Music Jam 6:00pm. The Shady Rest, Qualicum 250-752-9111 THU JAN 5

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

Open Mic 7:30pm. Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 FRI JAN 6

Peter Mason 5:30pm. Sandbar Cafe, Qualicum. 250-757-8788

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

WED JAN 11

Live Music Jam

6:00pm. Shady Rest, Qualicum. 250-752-9111 THU JAN 12

Coombs Old Time Fiddlers

7:30pm. Rotary House, Qualicum. 250-594-3750

Open Mic w/ Scott & Hope

7:30pm. Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 FRI JAN 13

Peter Mason

Music on Sunday 2:30pm. TOSH Qualicum. 250-752-6133 TUE JAN 10

Xtreme Karaoke 9:00pm. Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-668-8796

Open Mic w/ Scott & Hope

7:30pm. Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 FRI JAN 20

SAT JAN 14

Real Deal

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

Dance with No Sinner

8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub. 250-248-3713 SUN JAN 15

Music on Sunday

2:30pm. TOSH, Qualicum. 250-752-6133 TUE JAN 17

Xtreme Karaoke

9:00pm. Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-668-8796 WED JAN 18

Live Music Jam

6:00pm. Shady Rest,

THU JAN 26

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

Coombs Old Time Fiddlers 7:30pm. Rotary House, Qualicum. 250-594-3750 FIR JAN 27

Mike Allen

Peter Mason

2:30pm. MAC, Parksville.

250-248-8185

5:30pm. Sandbar Cafe, Qualicum. 250-757-8788

Peter Mason

Blue Moon Marquee in Concert

7:00pm. MAC, Parksville. 250-248-8185

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

Doctors of Rock ‘n Roll

SUN JAN 8

7:30pm. Rotary House, Qualicum. 250-594-3750

Booda Boom

The Deaf Aids

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

Coombs Old Time Fiddlers

5:30pm. Sandbar Cafe, Parksville. 250-757-8788

8:00pm. Errington Hall, 250-248-5106

Herbicidal Maniacs

THU JAN 19

5:30pm. Sandbar Cafe, Qualicum. 250-7578788

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

Qualicum. 250-752-9111

Joe Stanton

7:30pm. Errington Hall.

250-248-5106

Shawn Carle Band

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

8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub. 250-248-3713 SAT JAN 21

The Enablers

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

Shawn Carle Band

8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub. 250-248-3713 SUN JAN 22

Music on Sunday

2:30pm. TOSH, Qualicum. 250-752-6133 TUE JAN 24

Xtreme Karaoke

9:00pm. Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-668-8796 WED JAN 25

Live Music Jam

6:00pm. Shady Rest, Qualicum. 250-752-9111

The Enablers

SAT JAN 28

Deep Bay Band 7:00pm. The Shady Rest, Qualicum. 250-752-9111

The Enablers 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub. 250-248-3713 SUN JAN 29

Mike Allen & Miles Black 2:30pm. McMillan Arts Centre, Parksville.

Music on Sunday 2:30pm. TOSH, Qualicum. 250-752-6133 TUE JAN 31

Xtreme Karaoke 9:00pm. Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-668-8796

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EVERY WEEK EVERY MONDAY

EVERY MONDAY

EVERY TUESDAY

EVERY TUESDAY

TOPS 4248 Parksville

Badminton

Better Body's Fitness

Level 1/2 Yoga

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

6:30pm. Christian Fellowship Centre, Qualicum.

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

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

TIC TAC

Level 1/2 Yoga

Woodcarving

TOPS Dashwood

9:00am. SOS, Qualicum Commons. 250-752-2040

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

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

Bellyfit for Women 50+ 9:30am. QB Commons charlottecrowley@shaw.ca

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

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

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

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

Cribbage

Fun Bridge

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

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

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

Badminton / Ping Pong 7:00pm. Lighthouse Hall, Qualicum Bay. 250-757-8307

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

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

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

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

250-248-6644

EVERY TUESDAY

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

Level 1 Yoga

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

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

EVERY WEDNESDAY

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

Parksville Rotary AM

Socrates Cafe

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

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

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

Bellyfit for Women 50+ 9:30am. QB Commons. charlottecrowley@shaw.ca

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

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

Soupy Cafe 12:00pm. Lighthouse Hall, Qualicum Bay. 250-757-9991

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

Seniors Are Talking

Belly Fit

Qualicum Sunrise Rotary

4:15pm. Parksville Conference Centre. 250-248-6234

7:00am. Rotary House, Qualicum Beach.

Qigong

All Levels Yoga

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

Ladies Pool

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

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

Bingo

Yoga at Eaglecrest

Seniors Badminton

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

9:00am. Eaglecrest Golf charlottecrowley@shaw.ca

1:30pm. Arrowsmith Hall, Coombs. 250-927-1328

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

Rotary Club of QB

TIC TAC

Family Night

Yoga Philosophy

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

9:00am. SOS Centre.

Parksville. 250-752-2040

4:30pm. SOS, Qualicum Commons. 250-248-2093

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

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

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

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

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EVERY WEDNESDAY

EVERY THURSDAY

EVERY THURSDAY

EVERY FRIDAY

Belly Dancing-Qualicum

Level 1/2 Yoga

Belly Dancing

Women's Spin Class

4:30pm. Qualicum Beach.

250-752-3750

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

6:00pm. Qualicum Beach.

250-752-3750

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

Family Night

Yoga at Eaglecrest

All Levels Yoga

Qigong

4:30pm. SOS Centre.

Parksville. 250-248-2093

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

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

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

Qigong

Music Trivia Night

Better Body's Fitness

Ladies Pool

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

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

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

Weight Watchers

Qigong

Old Time Fiddlers

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

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

Belly Dancing

Drop in Bridge

6:00pm. Qualicum Beach.

250-752-3750

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

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

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

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

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

PYM High School 7:00pm. PV Fellowship Baptist Church. 250-248-6322

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

Kids Summer Fun 1:00pm. SOS Centre, Qualicum. 250-248-2093

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

Seniors Badminton 1:30pm. Arrowsmith Hall, Coombs. 250-927-1328

Teen Nite 3:30pm. SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093

Belly Dancing-Qualicum

EVERY THURSDAY

4:30pm. Qualicum Beach.

250-752-3750

Members Zumba Gold

Rainbow Stew Cloggers

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

5:00pm. Nanoose Place.

250-228-9057

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

EVERY FRIDAY

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

All Levels Yoga

PYM Junior High

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

7:00pm. PV Fellowship Baptist Church. 250-248-6322

TIC TAC

Drop-In Darts

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

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

Weight Watchers

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

EVERY SATURDAY Qualicum Beach Farmers Market

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

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

50+ Levels Yoga

Level 2 Yoga

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

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

Stroke Recovery

Men's Pool

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

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

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

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

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

Yoga at Eaglecrest

Yoga Core Strength

9:00am. Eaglecrest Golf charlottecrowley@shaw.ca

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

Better Body's Fitness

Bingo

Mind in Motion

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

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

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

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

ESL Conversation Group 1:30pm. Career Centre, Parksville 250 248 3205 Ext 243

EVERY SUNDAY Family Swim 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

Poetry In Motion 6:30pm. A Step Above, Qualicum. 250-752-4996

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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 5-177 Second Ave, Qualicum

250-594-2526 Cha Cha Java 198 Island Hwy, Parksville

250-248-4225 Coastal Cake Co. 250-586-6642 Cockney Pride 250-752-6322 Cone Zone 250-752-2003

Cafe & Ice Cream Coombs Emporium 2300 Alberni Hwy, Coombs

250-248-5895 Coombs Ice Cream 250-248-6272 Country Pies in Coombs 250-248-6415

Courtyard Cafe & Patio 673 Memorial Ave, Qualicum

250-752-4152 Creekmore’s Coffee 250-752-0158 Cruiser’s Grill 250-752-4814

Eat Fresh Market 250-248-3007 Farmhouse Cafe 250-248-5519 French Creek Bakery 250-248-2080 French Press Cafe 250-752-0021 Frosteez 250-752-9281 HeBrews Cafe 250-954-3343 Island SodaWorks 250-203-1072 Karma Coffee House 250-248-7312 La Boulange Organic Breads 250-752-0077 Little Qualicum Cheeseworks 250-954-3931 Log Cabin Ice Cream 250-248-2868 Milner House Tea Room 250-752-6153 Naked Naturals 250-951-0277 • 250-752-0277 Pacific Brimm 250-248-3336 Perks Coffee Bar 250-468-9921 Qualicum Beach Bakery 250-752-6143 Quality Foods Nanoose Bay 250-468-7131 Parksville 250-954-2262 Qualicum Beach 250-752-9281

Riptide Lagoon 250-248-8290 Riso Bakery, Café & Bistro 250-390-0777 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 Serious Coffee 250-586-0188 Shanna’s Place 250-248-4009 Ship & Shore Cafe 250-757-8399

Silly-Yak Bakery 250-752-2857 Starbucks Coffee 250-248-9720 Stellario’s Italian Caffe 250-954-0255

Taste Cafe & Bistro 1080 Resort Dr, Parksville

250-586-8676 Thrifty Foods 250-248-8823 Tim Hortons 250-248-0094 Tomm’s Village Foods 250-757-8944 Weinberg’s Good Food 250-335-1534 Whiskey Creek Ice Cream 250-752-9261

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 154 E. Island Hwy, Parksvtille

250-248-3433 Lefty's Fresh Food Restaurant 280 E Island Hwy, Parksville

250-954-3886 Lefty's Fresh Food Restaurant 781 Memorial Ave, Qualicum

250-752-7530

Gary's Bistro 155 W Second Ave, Qualicum

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 2250 Fowler Rd, Qualicum

250-752-9727 Morningstar Golf 800-567-1320 Pheasant’s Nest Restaurant 250-752-0117

Realm Food Co. 180 Craig St, Parksville

250-586-1158 Riverside Fry Co. 250-752-9544 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 6001 Island Hwy, Qualicum

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 496 Memorial Ave,Qualicum

250-752-9727 International / Fine Dining Amrikko’s Indian Grill 250-951-0682 Bamboo Garden 250-248-3323

Bangkok Thai Restaurant 250-248-4860 Bavarian Sausage House 250-248-0439 Bistro 694 250-752-0301

British Bobby Restaurant 3-1209 Island Hwy, Parksville

250-954-3232 Butlers at the Mansion 250-752-5776

cedars restaurant & lounge 1155 Resort Dr, Parksville

250-248-2333 Chameleons 250-586-5500 China Garden Restaurant 250-954-2202 Cuckoo Trattoria & Pizzeria 250-248-6280 Cview Restaurant & Lounge 250-752-6914 Giovanni’s Ristorante 250-752-6693 Henry’s Kitchen Restaurant 250-757-8288

Kalvas Restaurant 180 Moilliet St, Parksville

250-248-6933 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 1600 Strougler Rd., Nanoose

250-947-2109 Sushi Deco 250-586-3290 Sushi Hama 250-594-9961 Sushi Ichi 250-954-2020 Sushi Sakura Japan 250-203-1072

31 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 678 Memorial Ave, Qualicum

250-594-3677 Panago Pizza 310-0001 Papa Gino’s Pizzeria 250-586-2121 Pizza Connection 250-951-2112 Pizza Fresh 250-586-2013 Pizza Hut 250-248-8130 Poppa’s Pizza 250-248-9121

Pub Style Black Goose Inn 1051 Resort Dr, Parksville

250-586-1001 French Creek Marine Pub 1025 Lee Rd, Parksville

250-248-3713 Crown & Anchor Pub 250-757-9444 Deez Bar & Grill 250-752-8055 Fanny Bay Inn 250-335-2323 Lantzville Village Pub 250-390-4019

The Shady Rest Restaurant & Pub

3109 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum

250-752-9111 Rocking Horse Pub 250-468-1735 Rod & Gun 250-248-6511 Sunset Lanes Sports Lounge 250-248-6411 Upper Deck Sports Bar 250-248-8333

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