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ISLAND CLASSIC page 16

BEACH DAY page 18

UPTOWN MARKET page 20

BARD TO BROADWAY page 22

In Your Community Quality Foods is an active part of the community where we do business. Our staff enthusiastically organize and support many local events & activities that are important to the community and our customers.

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Bring your favourite fuzzy friend, kick-off the day with a pancake breakfast & clown around at the Nanoose Day Parade. Check out the bouncy castles, food & popsicle stands and more!

JULY 15 - AUGUST 21

Parksville, BC

A world-class, family-orientated sand sculpting event! Make sure to bring your camera and a shovel to create a little sandcastle magic of your own after viewing all the sand sculptures.

SATURDAY AUGUST 13

Parksville, BC

Don’t miss this award-winning fireworks display simulcast to music! Be sure to tune in to the radio at 88.5 FM The Beach from your boat, car or portable radio. Fireworks to begin at dusk.

SUNDAY AUGUST 14

Parksville, BC

Annual Children’s Sandcastle Competition for children 6 yrs. & under, 7-9 yrs. or 10-12 yrs.

Admission is free and excellent prizes awarded for the best creations.

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Horne Lake Caves Island Classic Beach Day Uptown Market Bard to Broadway

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July 2016 Events What’s On Screen Live Music Every Week Events Restaurant Directory

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JULY 2016

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Qualicum Canada Day

Parksville’s Canada Day

11:45am. Noon parade down Memorial Avenue from Pharmasave to the Legion. Opening ceremony at the Legion (following the parade) 1:30 pm - Cake Cutting, Qualicum Beach Pipe Band (in the Legion Memorial Garden), Free entertainment all afternoon: Dance to the music of Summit Sound 1pm to 4pm. BBQ hamburgers, hot dogs & refreshments. Downtown Qualicum Beach, Fir Street & Memorial Ave. 250-752-9632

7:30am. Shriners Pancake Breakfast in the Coastal Community Credit Union parking lot: 7:30am. The Parade starts: 10:30am, Shelley Rd along Island Hwy to Craig St. Community Park for a full day of entertainment. Opening ceremonies 12pm.

Featuring a variety of talent and headliners at 12:30pm to dusk. Thrifty Foods Fireworks Spectacular 10:15pm. Parksville. 250-248-3613

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

7:00pm. Every Friday.

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

Canada Day Fireworks Paddle 8:30pm. Celebrate Canada day watching the fireworks from a kayak. All kayak gear and basic instruction is provided. From 8:30 to 11:00pm. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks at to pre-register. View recreation programs online at www.rdn.bc.ca/recreation $61.30 per person.

250-248-3252

5:00pm. July 1 5pm, July 2 1:00pm, July 3 11:00am. One of the larger festivals out of the greater Nanaimo event Arbutus Meadows you to Day the Fireworks Canada area.

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Qualicum Beach Farmers Market 8:30am. Every Saturday. 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. Community Hall, 644 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 1-844843-7236

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Parksville Museum, 1245 E. Island Hwy, Parksville.

250-954-9681

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9:00am. Drop-in tennis at Springwood Park, Parksville and Veterans Way courts in Qualicum Beach. See arrowsmithtennis.ca for schedule.

Springwood Park, 450 Despard Av, Parksville.

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Lighthouse Bluegrass Festival

Friday Night Farmers Market

Foods Canada Day fireworks display. Starts at dark (10:00pm). Beachside, Community Park, Parksville. 250-2483613

SATURDAY, 2:00 P.M. JULY 16TH, 2016.

TICKETS: $35 PER PERSON

CALL 250-468-2345 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION. Indulge in England’s time honored tradition of high tea at Arbutus Meadows Equestrian Centre in a garden setting overlooking our Island Classic show jumping competition.

A RBUT USME A D OWS.COM Indulge in England’s time honored tradition of high tea at Arbutus Meadows Equestrian Centre in a garden setting overlooking our Island Classic show jumping competition. You’ll be treated to a delicious assortment of English delicacies and our specially blended Grand Prix

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Errington Farmers Market 10:00am. The place to be each Saturday from May to Sept! Live music from the Community Stage.

1390 Errington Road, Parksville. 250-586-0099

Ballenas Grad Parade 5:00pm. Celebrate with the Grads. Starts at Springwood Elementary School (staging starts at 3:30 pm) and ends at Parksville Community and Conference Centre. 132 Jensen Ave E, Parksville.

SUN JUL 3 M.I.R.H.A. Classic Car Show 10:00am. The Mid Island Hot Rod Association is hosting its Annual Classic Car Event including a Show & Shine. Car Corral and an indoor Swap Meet, Product Vendors, Food Vendors, Automotive Trades Demos, live entertainment & music from the 50s and 60s.

Spectator entry is by donation with all proceeds going to local charity.

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To register go to www. mihra.ca. Arbutus Meadows Equestrian Centre, 1515 East Island Highway, Parksville.

MON JUL 4 Yoga on the Beach 9:30am. Monday/ Wednesday/Friday. Join us all summer for by donation sessions. Open to all levels, beginners welcome. Bring a mat (some loaners available) and water. Part proceeds support local charities.

Parksville Community Park. 250-951-2538

Summer Acting Workshop: Prince Caspian from the Chronicles of Narnia 9:30am. Until July 8. A fun and interactive acting class for those ages 6-12 interested in exploring the world of Prince Caspian’s Narnia. $65.

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

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Lighthouse Community Centre, 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay. 250-7579536

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

Lifetree Cafe - A Conversation Cafe 7:00pm. The Art of Loss

- How tragedy can transform your perspective. On film, and in person you will have the chance to discuss controversial stories that help you make sense of the world. Our Saviour Lutheran Church, 795 W. Isl. Hwy, Parksville. 250248-6644

TUE JUL 5 Yoga on the Beach 9:30am. Tues/Thurs.

Join us all summer for by donation sessions. Open to all levels, beginners welcome. Bring a mat (some loaners available) and water. Part proceeds support local charities.

Grass beside Qualicum Beach Visitors Centre.

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Drop in Caregivers Support Group 9:00am. For those who look after someone with a chronic condition. Hosted

by Clinical Counselor, Allison Reeves. (free, no registration). Parksville Pharmasave. 1-281 E Island Hwy, Parksville. 250951-0243

Summer by the Sea Street Market 6:00pm. Over 140 exceptional artisans offer everything from wrought iron work, rock candles to wooden toys. Craig St, Parksville. 250-228-5210

7:00pm. Free Introduction to the Ideal Protein Weight Loss Program.

Book your spot and find out about the safe, effective method of weight loss that Parksville Pharmasave staff and patients are using to burn fat and feel great.

Call to register. Parksville Pharmasave. 1-281 E Island Hwy, Parksville.

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Oceanside Prostate Cancer Support Group 7:00pm. First Tuesday of each month. Those newly diagnosed or affected, their family &

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Bard to Broadway Theatre 7:30pm. Vanya & Sonia & Masha & Spike. Middleaged siblings Vanya and Sonia share a home in Bucks County, PA, where they bicker and complain about the circumstances of their lives. Suddenly, their movie-star sister, Masha, swoops in with her new boy toy, Spike.

Village Theatre, 122 Fern Road W, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-4470

WED JUL 6 Red Cross AED/CPR C Recert 14yrs+ 4:00pm. Need to re certify? Or do you just want to review your skills? Now’s the time!

This course covers CPR techniques for adults, children and infants as well as information on automated external defibrillators. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks at to pre-register. View recreation programs online at www.rdn.bc.ca/recreation. $44.30. Qualicum Commons, 744 Primrose St, Qualicum Beach. 250752-5014

Bowsers Magnolia Court Summer Market 5:30pm. Wed. evenings until Sept 14. Come out and enjoy live music, great food and a wonderful selection of vendors. It is a great event for the whole family.

Free admission. Magnolia Court, 6996 island highway West, Bowser.

250-947-5231.

Oceanside Photographers Club 7:00pm. First Wed of each month. Learn, share and enjoy photography in a convivial

atmosphere. Visitors welcome to attend two meetings before joining.

Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach.

250-248-6842

Bard to Broadway Theatre 7:30pm. Your’e a Good Man, Charlie Brown. One of the most popular musicals ever, tells the tale of an average day in the life of Charlie Brown. Village Theatre, 122 Fern Road W, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-4470

THU JUL 7 Arrowsmith Needle Arts Guild 9:30am. 1st and 3rd Thu of each month. Come and embroider, learn new techniques and for friendship with other stitchers. Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-9320

Interpretive Beach Tours at Deep Bay Marine Field Station 1:00pm. Guided Beach Walks, select Thursdays until Sept. Explore and identify the diverse sea life on our local beach with our knowledgeable staff. Please wear suitable clothing and footwear for the beach and the weather. Adult: $12 Student: $6. VIU Deep Bay Marine Field Station, 370 Crome Point Road, Deep Bay. 250-619-2413

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For grades 4, 5 & 6. Fun activities inspire confidence, healthy relationships and community awareness. Nutritious snacks provided. SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre, 744 Primrose St, Qualicum Beach. 250248-2093 ext. 237

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HORNE LAKE CAVES A UNIQUE ADVENTURE AND SOME OF THE WORLD’S COOLEST CAVES

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he secret world of caves has long generations.” held an aura of mystery, which In keeping with the low-impact theme, makes visiting them a unique none of the caves have permanent lighting or adventure and some of the world’s sidewalks and the floors are rocky and uneven. coolest caves are right here on Vancouver Island.

Varela said they are quite proud of their Horne Lake Caves Provincial Park has some environmental stewardship and in fact they incredible accessible grottos allowing folks of installed cave-slides and ladders in one all ages and abilities to go deep and glimpse chamber so visitors can explore without some natural and man-made wonders. stepping on ancient formations hewn out of the Park director Richard Varela said you don’t limestone rock by water erosion over hundreds have to be a thrill-seeker to be drawn in by of thousands of years. the mysterious allure of caves and visitors can “The slides, ramps and ladders won the explore on their own or try one of their award2015 Tourism Innovation of the Year award winning guided tours. from Tourism Vancouver Island. The slide The park was idea began as a established in 1971 at conservation project to the request of public show people the caves "The slides, ramps and without damaging caving groups on Vancouver Island who them. It was during ladders won the 2015 Tourism were concerned about the installation that Innovation of the Year award" the potential damage of we realized some had the caves and the fragile to go on steep angles Richard Varela - Park Director crystal formations they and we had to put in ladders,” he explained. contain.

Varela agreed that He pointed out the many of the caves people visit in other parts installation of slides which is unique to Horne of the world are show caves with lighting Lake provided more than just an environmental benefit. and walkways and chambers reachable by a tramway but the caves at Horne Lake are “It made it safer to get you down and added largely undeveloped and kept in a natural state. a thrill experience. That’s why they call it “This is more raw. We are trying to present innovation of the year. We may have the world’s only slide in a cave. Nowhere else can we find them in a natural way that protects them. another one and we have looked and put the Working in a provincial park means we not word out. It is pretty cool.” only have to be safe, but have to protect the environment and preserve the caves for future Horne Lake is about wilderness preservation,

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While fearless spelunkers can be found exploring the cramped, lightless corners of the underground world Varela assured you don’t have to crawl on your belly through low passages to see the giant crystal formations dating back to the Ice Age. There is something for everyone from mild to wild and the natural process that has created many large tunnels and chambers filled with smooth, colourful rocks, stalactites and stalagmites has made Horne Lake a great destination for novice cavers, casual tourists, and curiosity seekers.

Varela said they offer adventure tours for people who want to see more of the cave and are willing to climb an underground waterfall and squeeze through narrow openings to see the magical crystals glinting in their headlamps.

The park has a wide range of activities and details can be found at www.hornelake.com.

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Newcomers Club

Join Council for coffee and an informal chat on Thursday afternoons. No appointment necessary.

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

250-248-6144

7:00pm. First Thurs. of the month. Open to anyone who have lived in Parksville and surrounding areas for less than 5 years. Parksville Community Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville.

250-248-6234

Concert Under the Stars 5:00pm. An amazing night of music with guest artists Jordan Pritchett and Backstage Whiskey. Doors will open at 5:00pm and concert starts at 7pm. This is an all ages show with a cash bar and BBQ stations for food for everyone. $30-$50. Thalassa Restaurant, 469 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach.

250-594-1150

Uptown Market 6:00pm. Every Thurs. An assortment of vendors from artisans to farmers, entertainers and massage technicians who will be offering reflexology. Downtown Qualcium Beach. 250738-9008

Oceanside Breast Cancer Support Group 7:00pm. Meets the first Thurs. of the month. This group is independent, non-profit, slip-on shoe support groups serving the Oceanside community for over 5 years. The Gardens, 650 Berwick North, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-8066

FRI JUL 8 Family Picnic & Play 5:00pm. Kids bring your adults and your dinner to Henry Morgan Community Park from 5-8pm.

This is a free family event and a great way to enjoy your community park.

Games and activities are provided by the RDN Recreation and Parks leader.

Propane BBQ’s are welcome. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks at for more information. Henry Morgan Community Park, 95 Henry Morgan Drive, Parksville. 250-248-3252

Jazz at the MAC 7:00pm. Local young musicians for an evening of jazz. The Robs of Wall Street are a group of grade 9-12 music students from Ballenas Secondary School. $15, or $12 for OCAC members. The MAC, 133 McMillan St, Parksville. 250-248-8185

Bard to Broadway Theatre 7:30pm. The Ladies Man. In Belle Epoque Paris, the recently married Dr. Hercule Molineaux tells one, tiny, little, hardly

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Gates Open: July 15 at 2pm Competition: July 15-17 Exhibition: July 18 to August 21 Open 9am until 9pm

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FRI JUL 8 CONT... noticeable lie to cover an innocent but embarrassing indiscretion. From that single truth tumbles a cascade of convoluted deceptions, misunderstandings and mistaken identities.

Village Theatre, 122 Fern Road W, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-4470

SAT JUL 9 Mount Cokely Guided Alpine Hike 8:00am. Ascend via the Saddle route and scramble to the summit ridge using handholds and careful foot placement for a rewarding view including a possible glimpse of the Olympic Peninsula in Washington State. Transportation provided from Ravensong Aquatic Centre to trail head. Attendance at a hiking information session to learn what to expect is mandatory for all new participants. From 8 to 5pm. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks to pre-register. $45 per person. Ravensong Aquatic Centre, 737 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach. 250248-3252

Nanoose Bay Art in the Garden 10:00am. July 9 & 10.

Held over two days from 10am to 4pm. Featuring over 75 artisans and live music all weekend long.

Entry is by cash donation to the Nanoose Community Cupboard Food Bank. 2525 Northwest Bay Rd, Nanoose Bay. 250-729-1529

25th Annual Nanoose Teddy Bear Picnic

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10:30am. Pancake breakfast fron 8:00 to 10:00am, the Parade begins at 10:30am and the Picnic runs from 11:00am to 2:00pm. Children are invited to bring your Teddy

Bear and register on site beginning at 10:30am for a very special day with tons of fun activities including a bouncy castle, karaoke and games. Jack Begley Field, Nanoose Bay. 250-248-4004

UFC 200: Cormier vs Jones 7:00pm. French Creek Marine Pub. 1025 Lee Road, Parksville. 250248-3713

Parksville Lioness Garage Sale 8:00pm. Annual Garage Sale. Until Noon. Bring your nickels, dimes and toonies. Lots of great buys and feel good about what you spend “because”. All funds raised go back in to our local community. Free. The Lions Den, Pioneer Village, 241 Moillet St, Parksville.

250-586-6555

SUN JUL 10 The Second Sunday Market 8:00am. Once a Month on the Second Sunday of Every Month. Lighthouse Community Centre, 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay. 778-424-9900

Temple Yoga 10:00am. Yoga in the tent at Kathok Meditation Centre! All Sundays in July & August 10am-11am. $15 Drop In. Kathok Meditation Centre, 2800 Grafton Ave, Errington. 250586-5882

Wine & Cheese Vaulting Demo & Silent Auction 1:00pm. Limited number of tickets sold. Come and join us and see all our vaulters perform from the grassroots to our Team Canada squad that will represent our country this year in France at the World Championships. $30 Adult, 1/2

13 price youth and Free for children 12 & under. Arbutus Meadows Equestrian Centre, 1515 E. Island Hwy, Nanoose Bay. 250-954-9940

MON JUL 11 Monday Munchkinland Drop-in 9:30am. July 11, 18, 25 and August 8, 15, and 22.

Bring your family each Monday and play at the Munchkinland Exploration centre this summer.

Free drop-in program for children 6 years and under. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks at 250-248-3252 for more information. Munchkinland at Family Place, 494 Bay Avenue, Parksville.

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Lifetree Cafe - A Conversation Cafe 7:00pm. Laughter is the Best Medicine. Our Saviour Lutheran Church, 795 W. Isl. Hwy, Parksville.

Bard to Broadway Theatre 7:30pm. The Ladies Man. Village Theatre, 122 Fern Road W, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-4470

TUE JUL 12 Tea by the Sea 11:00am. Includes delicious selection of sandwiches, pastries and other goodies prepared by our chef. Tea includes admission to the Station.

Reservations required.

Call 250-740-6611 for reservations. $22. Deep Bay Marine Field Station, 370 Crome Point Rd, Deep Bay. 250-740-6611

Kathaumixw Choir Concert Featuring Festival Choirs from New Zealand and Atlanta, USA. sponsored

by Parksville and District Musical Association.

Tickets $ 15 at Mulberry Bush Bookstores and at

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the door. Knox United Church, 345 Pym St. Parksville. 250-752-8130

Qualicum Beach Garden Club 7:00pm. Speakers are: Shane Tillapaugh and Danny Fortin Topic is: Crevice Style Rock Gardens: from the Mountains to your Garden New members and guests welcome. Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250-390-3350

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Bard to Broadway Theatre 7:30pm. Vanya & Sonia & Masha & Spike.

Middle-aged siblings Vanya and Sonia share a home in Bucks County, PA, where they bicker and complain about the circumstances of their lives. Suddenly, their movie-star sister, Masha, swoops in with her new boy toy, Spike. 122 Fern Road W, Qualcium Beach. 250-752-4470

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WED JUL 13 Beat the Heat Everyone Welcome Skate 6:45pm. Every Wed. Beat the heat this summer and go for a refreshing skate.

Everyone Welcome skates are on Wednesdays starting July 13th through to August 17th from 6:45 to 8:15 pm, regular admission. Note no session on Wed, August 10th.

Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks 250-248-3252.

View swim and skate schedules online at www. rdn.bc.ca/recreation.

Oceanside Place Arena, 830 West Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-3252

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THU JUL 14 Arbutus Meadows Island Classic 8:00am. Jul 14-17. Our premier equestrian show jumping event. We invite you to come out and watch riders from all over the northwest compete. Concessions are available on site

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and admission is FREE. Free Admission. Arbutus Meadows Events & Equestrian Centre, 1515 E Island Hwy, Nanoose Bay. 250-951-1378

Quality Foods Canadian Open Sandsculpting Competition and Exhibition 8:00am. Event begins with pound-up. Competition begins on July 15 at 8:00am. Exhibition opens to the public at 2pm on Jul 15 and remains open until Aug 21. (9am-9pm daily).

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

Bard to Broadway 7:30pm. You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown.

One of the most popular musicals ever tells the tale of an average day in the life of Charlie Brown.

It really is just that, a day made up of little moments picked from all the days of Charlie Brown.

Village Theatre, 122 Fern Road W, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-4470

FRI JUL 15 Quality Foods Canadian Open Sandsculpting Competition and Exhibition 8:00am. Exhibition Open to the public at 2pm.

Competitors stop carving at 5pm. Suggested Donation: $3.00. Community Park, Parksville.

250-951-2678

Bard to Broadway Theatre 7:30pm. You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown. Village Theatre, 122 Fern Road W, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-4470

5th Annual Dance Fest

Mount Moriarty Guided Alpine Hike 8:00am. Hike from Labour Day Lake along the Stairmaster, a steep forest trail leading to the summit, then along an undulating alpine ridge where it is beautiful beyond words.

Transportation provided from Ravensong Aquatic Centre to trail head. Attendance at a hiking information session to learn what to expect is mandatory for all new participants. Cost is $50 per person. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks at to pre-register. $50 per person. Ravensong Aquatic Centre, 737 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach. 250248-3252

Quality Foods Canadian Open Sandsculpting Competition and Exhibition 8:00am. Sandsculpting event continues. Exhibition opens 9am. Competitors stop carving at 5:00pm. Suggested Donation: $3.00. Community Park, Parksville.

250-951-2678

Parksville Lions International Kite Festival 9:00am. Come on down to the Parksville Community Park from 9am to 5pm to take part in this year’s kite festival! There will be food concessions, various vendors, kite building tent for beginners, kite demonstrations, banner displays.

Come early and stay late!

The object is to have fun!

Community Park, Parksville. 250-248-3796

5th Annual Dance Fest 10:00am. A whole weekend of dancing & dance workshops hosted by the Nanaimo Ballroom Dance Society. Showcase demonstrations by ballroom

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7:30pm. A whole weekend of dancing & dance workshops hosted by the Nanaimo Ballroom Dance Society. Showcase demonstrations by ballroom & Latin champion event couples. Friday night dance mostly swing, salsa, Argentine tango, 2-step, Latin, etc. Saturday night dance mostly strict tempo ballroom & Latin. Light refreshments, licensed bar. $60 for the whole weekend. Lighthouse Community Centre, Lions Way, Qualicum Bay. 778-424-9994

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n annual fixture at Arbutus year designs a different theme for the Grand Meadows the Island Classic Prix venue. equestrian show jumping event This year she will be transforming the site will not only be showcasing riders into an elegant English garden party and is and their horses when the event takes place inviting the public to book tickets for a special July 14-17 this year. high tea where hats will be on parade.

It’s also about hats and high tea.

A traditional afternoon tea is one of life's great pleasures and Samantha who will be putting Ladies and gentlemen from all walks of life, not just show jumping circles are invited to on an amazing spread fit for royalty said the glam up for the inaugural Island Classic High Island Classic show is the perfect event to Tea and Derby Hat Competition Saturday, enjoy all the customs and formalities that go July 16 at 2 pm at the beautiful horse acreage along with it. in Nanoose Bay. “When we came to The showcase is Arbutus Meadows in considered one of the 2002, we attended the "As people watch the horses most well respected local horse jumping on the course they will be equestrian events of shows. Our breath the summer attracting was taken away by transported to a completely riders and clubs the beauty, power and different place" elegance of the horses from up and down taking to the course.

Vancouver Island Samantha Bau - Hospitality Coordinator I felt it was an event and as far away as Washington State. that could be and should be enjoyed by the public.”

Designed to test the stamina, precision, power, and control of both horse and rider, She said quite a few equestrian shows in the event will see riders and their horses face the US have derby hat competitions and she has always wanted to create something fun challenging courses with jumps ranging from for the public.

2’ to 4’3” in height.

“Wearing hats will help to set the mood …

With free admission and parking, bleachers the more flamboyant the better. As people and a concession on site, the summer derby watch the horses on the course they will be is also a great event to bring the whole family transported to a completely different place,” out to. she said.

Rob and Samantha Bau have been running the show since 2004. Samantha enjoys her “There is a knoll that over looks grand prix role as the hospitality coordinator and each field. It will be lined with white marquee tents

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Samantha is hoping for a large crowd of fashion forward folks to turn out for the colourful social event and if it is well received turn it into an annual affair.

She said participants will parade their embellished bonnets on the Grand Prix field and be judged and there will be some lavish prizes awarded. Tickets are $35 and can be booked by phoning 250-468-2345.

Be sure to take advantage some other events also taking place during the competition such as Thursday afternoon ice cream social at 4 pm and Dinner on the Knoll and an exciting six bar competition on Friday night at 6 pm.

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Every day is beach day in Qualicum Beach but on Sunday, July 17th there will also be a day of special events to celebrate the beauty of our beach!

The 5th annual Beach Day event kicks off at 8am with a hearty Shriner’s breakfast near the Visitor’s Centre. All events are free and begin at 10am along the esplanade & the long stretch of open beach near the boat ramp. Kwali Seagull is back to celebrate this family fun & informative event on our beautiful waterfront & beach! There will be tents hosting activities, a main stage for live music plus a variety of games & entertainment on the beach.

Qualicum Beach Day offers plenty of hands-on activities for both children & adults alike. This event is strongly supported by the Town of Qualicum Beach & the local business community plus many local volunteer organizations.

Shuttles will be provided from the downtown parking lot near The Old School House for transport to the waterfront.

See you on the beach July 17th!

& Latin champion event couples. Friday night dance mostly swing, salsa, Argentine tango, 2-step, Latin, etc. Saturday night dance mostly strict tempo ballroom & Latin. Light refreshments, licensed bar. $60 for the whole weekend. Lighthouse Community Centre, Lions Way, Qualicum Bay. 778-424-9994

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QUALICUM BEACH WATERFRONT Shuttles will be provided from the downtown parkade to the waterfront. www.qualicumbeach.com/beachday

Parksville Royals vs Whalley Chiefs 12:15pm. Come cheer on the Royals, Parksville’s very own BC Premier Baseball Team. Game 1 - 12:15 pm | Game 2 2:45 pm. Springwood Park, 500 Despard Ave, Parksville

Island Classic High Tea & Derby Hat Competition 2:00pm. Pinkies Up! Indulge in England’s time honoured tradition of high tea at Arbutus Meadows Equestrian Centre in a garden setting overlooking our Island Classic

show jumping competition. You’ll be treated to a delicious assortment of English delicacies and our specially blended Grand Prix tea. Be sure to wear your best derby hat for a chance to win the derby hat competition! Cakes

by Sugar Fix of Nanaimo. $35. Arbutus Meadows Equestrian Centre, 1515 E. Island Hwy, Parksville.

250-468-2345

Classical Brass On The Grass 7:00pm. Victoria’s Pinnacle Brass Quintette love to play in urban cathedrals,and parks.

We think you will love how they sound on the lawn of beautiful Morningstar Farm in the shadow of Mt Arrowsmith. $25. Morningstar Farm, 403 Lowrys Road, Parksville. 250-248-4353

SUN JUL 17 5th Annual Beach Day 8:00am. Enjoy some family fun along the waterfront! Entertainment & activities on the beach and walkway for

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This event is supported by the Town of Qualicum Beach & the local business community plus many local volunteer organizations. Free. Qualicum Beach Waterfront.

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Quality Foods Canadian Open Sandsculpting Competition and Exhibition 8:00am. Sandsculpting event finishes! Judging & Awards 3pm-5pm. Gates open to the public for viewing from 9am-9pm daily until Aug 21. Community Park, Parksville.

250-951-2678

Parksville Royals vs Abbotsford Cardinals 11:00am. Come cheer on the Royals, Parksville’s very own BC Premier Baseball Team, when they host a double header. Game 1 - 11 am | Game 2 - 1:30pm. Springwood Park, 500 Despard Ave, Parksville.

Jazz Tea & Cheesecake 1:30pm. The Dockside Drive Band take a jaunt up from Sidney to Beautiful Parksville. Intermission features delicious cheesecake, tea/coffee & Mooberry Wine samples ($5 by the glass) and ... a stunning Equestrian Ballet by dressage artist Gina Allen and her horse Cielo.

Come early for the best place in the shade. Bring sun hat, lawn chairs. $25.

Morningstar Farm, 403 Lowrys Road, Parksville.

250-248-4353

MON JUL 18 Parksville Probus Club 8:30am. 3rd Monday of the month. A nonpolitical, non-profit, non-fundraising social

group. Most members are retired professional and business people.

Members $5, 1st time guests free. Quality Resort Bayside, 240 Dogwood Street, Parksville.

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Lifetree Cafe - A Conversation Cafe 7:00pm. Child Sex Slaves - the disturbing secret. Our Saviour Lutheran Church, 795 W. Isl. Hwy, Parksville.

TUE JUL 19 Drop in Caregivers Support Group 9:00am. For those who look after someone with a chronic condition. Hosted by Clinical Counselor, Allison Reeves. (free, no registration). Parksville Pharmasave. 1-281 E Island Hwy, Parksville.

250-951-0243

Summer by the Sea Street Market 6:00pm. Over 140 exceptional artisans offer everything from wrought iron work, rock candles to wooden toys; we definitely have something for everyone. Craig St, Parksville. 250-228-5210

PQ Linux/Android Users Group 6:30pm. A community of Linux and Android users of differing skill levels and areas of expertise. Bring your laptop, Chromebook or Android device, if you like. Leave message at number provided. A&W Restaurant, 540 E. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-2483570

WED JUL 20 Eaglecrest Garden Club meeting 7:00pm. All welcome.

Non-members:$3. Topic: Beginner’s Introduction to Floral Arranging Speakers: Joanne Hamilton, Irene Brooks. Quali-

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

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

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250-619-8047 pineridgefarm.ca QUALICUM BEACH FARMERS MARKET The market where all the local farmers come to sell. Every Saturday all year from 8:30am12pm & Wednesdays 4-6:30pm from June-Sept. Memorial at the Train Tracks, Qualicum Beach. www.qbfarmersmarket.com PARKSVILLE MUSEUM FARMERS’ MARKET Dine and dance in historic surroundings after getting all your shopping done from our local vendors. Every Friday night 5–8PM. 1245 E. Island Highway. www. parksvillemuseum.ca

44TH ANNUAL ST. MARKS FAIR Saturday, July 23, 8:30am. The island’s largest community fair.

Over 125 vendors and 10,000 visitors. Bargains, gifts and fun!

St. Mark’s Fair, Memorial Ave. and Veterans Way, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-5415

Uptown Market

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The streets of downtown Qualicum Beach will be bustling with action Thursday evenings in July and August with the return of the Uptown Market.

Starting at 6 p.m., Second Avenue between Memorial and Primrose will be transformed into a great outdoor market featuring a variety of local artisans showcasing their wares.

The market which used to be under the auspices of the Downtown Business Association is being revived by Qualicum Beach merchant Jean Young.

The owner of Arbutus Fashions has come up with a reinvented Thursday night market and is confident it will bring some fun to the town over eight evenings in July and August.

Local potters Dee and Larry Aguilar will not only be selling their beautiful raku pieces but will also be demonstrating clay throwing and burning.

She said they will have an assortment of vendors from artisans to farmers, entertainers and even some massage technicians who will be offering reflexology each Thursday from 6 to 9 p.m.

Along with the artful displays, many local merchants and restaurants will be staying open late including the Qualicum Beach Bakery which will be serving up their famous Bratwurst and poutine.

Tables for the market are free but vendors must be juried in. Young said vendors who want to participate can call Arbutus Fashions at 250-7389008 to book their spot.

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7:00pm. Hear Parksville Pharmasave’s natural health consultant, Lisa Leger, explain how all those pills and herbs for erectile dysfunction work.

Call to register. Parksville Pharmasave. 1-281 E Island Hwy, Parksville. 250951-0243

Bard to Broadway Theatre 7:30pm. You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown.

Village Theatre, 122 Fern Road W, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-4470

THU JUL 21 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. 250-752-9320

Interpretive Beach Tours at Deep Bay Marine Field Station 1:00pm. Guided Beach Walks Date: Select Thursdays June - September. See calendar for specific dates. Description: Explore and identify the diverse sea life on our local beach with our knowledgeable staff. Please wear suit-

able clothing and footwear for the beach and the weather. Adult: $12 Student: $6. 370 Crome Point Road, Deep Bay. 250-619-2413

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

Bard to Broadway Theatre 7:30pm. You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown. One of the most popular musicals ever tells the tale of an average day in the life of Charlie Brown.

250-752-4470. Village Theatre, 122 Fern Road W, Qualcium Beach.

FRI JUL 22 Music in the Park 6:30pm. Lazy Mike & the Rockin’ Recliners. Beach Fest hosts the FREE Outdoor Summer Concert Series (Friday and Saturday nights from July 22 - August 20th from 6:308:30) Community Park, Parksville. 250-951-2678

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Bard to Broadway Theatre 7:30pm. You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown. One of the most popular musicals ever tells the tale of ‘an average day in the life of Charlie Brown.’

Village Theatre, 122 Fern Road W, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-4470

SAT JUL 23 Mount Arrowsmith Guided Alpine Hike 8:00am. Our ascent takes us up ‘Judges Route’ to the highest peak and crown jewel of southern Vancouver Island’ alpine region. The route is steep and loose so be prepared to scramble, use handholds, careful foot placement, and watch for quick changes in weather as you climb up this iconic mountain.

Transportation provided from Ravensong Aquatic Centre. Attendance at a hiking information session to learn what to expect is mandatory for all new participants. 8 to 7pm.

Phone to pre-register. $50 per person. Ravensong Aquatic Centre, 737 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach.

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Qualicum Beach Legion 8:00am. Start your morning with their $6.00 Pancake Breakfast from 8:30am - 11:30am. The Ladies Auxiliary is holding their annual Garage Sale in the Legion Hall from 8:30am - 1:00pm.

And, from 1:00pm 3:00pm their Food Concession Stand will be selling hamburgers, hot dogs & beverages.

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 76, 180 Veterans Way, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-0986

St. Marks Fair 8:30am. The island’s largest community fair.

130+ vendors and 10,000 visitors. Bargains, gifts, fun! St. Mark’s Fair, Memorial Ave. and Veterans Way, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-5415

Art in Action Art Fair 9:00am. Visitors can browse an interactive arts festival. Over 50 artists featured outside, live music, art sale and demo.

Free. The Old School House Arts Centre, 122 Fern Road West, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6133

Open Mens and Womens Triples 9:00am. Parksville Lawn Bowling Club Open Men’s and Women’s Triples sponsored by Ferguson Exteriors and Royal Canadian Legion Branch 69. Games go at 9am, 11am, 1pm and

3pm. both days. Event is free to the public. Accessible facilities with lots of parking. Parksville Lawn Bowling Club, 149 Stanford Ave E, Parksville.

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(optional). See you in the Parking Lot for fun and hospitality. Free. Our Saviour Lutheran Church, 795 Island Hwy W, Parksville.

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Grand Prix DArt Painting Race

6:30pm. With Little Big Shot. Beach Fest hosts the FREE Outdoor Summer Concert Series ( Friday and Saturday nights from July 22 - August 20th from 6:30-8:30) Community Park, Parksville. 250-951-2678

11:00am. Painters of all levels and mediums from all over BC will spread out all over our lovely town to complete a painting of their location in three hours. At 2:00pm the paintings are brought back for framing and judging in the prize competition. At this point they go on sale to the public and then will be placed on display in the gallery. TOSH Arts Centre, 122 Fern Rd W, Qualicum Beach. 250752-6233

St. Annes Heritage Day 1:00pm. Enacted pioneer stories. Seatings at 1pm and 2:15pm, each followed by a delicious strawberry tea. Tickets $12. available at the office Tues & Thurs, 9 - Noon, or at the door.

12. Historic St. Annes Church, 407 Wembley Rd, Parksville.

Community BBQ & Fun 4:00pm. Community BBQ and Fun & Games for all. Come and join in the fun Hamburgers, hot dogs, donuts and more.

Mock Olympic games and activities for all ages.

This event is ‘Free’ for all!

Bring along a lawn chair

Music in the Park

Bard to Broadway Theatre 7:30pm. Vanya & Sonia & Masha & Spike. Village Theatre, 122 Fern Road W, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-4470

SUN JUL 24 Open Mens and Women’s Triples 9:00am. Parksville Lawn Bowling Club Open Men’s and Women’s Triples sponsored by Ferguson Exteriors and Royal Canadian Legion Branch 69. Games go at 9am, 11am, 1pm and 3pm. both days. Event is free to the public. Accessible facilities with lots of parking. Parksville Lawn Bowling Club, 149 Stanford Ave E, Parksville.

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Wildlife Garden Courses 10:00am. Four Wildlife Garden courses each year. Each course focuses on different top-

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ard to Broadway’s 17th season company in the province to be presenting starts July 5 and with four the newest work of one of America's most productions to choose from, renowned comedic playwrights. theatre goers will once again The cutting edge production Vanya and be treated to some great summer repertory Sonia and Masha and Spike has made its way theatre. to the Village Theatre after a successful run The B2B line-up which will run until on Broadway and several awards, including a 2013 Tony Award August 14 at the for Best Play.

Village Theatre in Qualicum Beach Written by the includes four critically acclaimed "We have chosen comedies comedies: Christopher but all different genres of You’re a Good Man Durang the play is comedy which is fun."

Charlie Brown is a about three middle Broadway musical aged siblings Gary Brown based on the comic and their cohorts strip “Peanuts” by who navigate life, Charles M. Schulz. love, and loss in a Pennsylvania town.

The Ladies Man is Charles Morey's loose B2B’s Gary Brown said they ordered the adaptation of Georges Feydeau's bedroom script two years ago and he wasn’t past the farce. Set in Belle Epoque Paris, the racy and infectiously charming comedy will take fourth line when he started laughing out the audience on a hilariously zany ride of loud. near misses and wild coincidences.

“It is very different and very funny. We B2B is also excited to be the first amateur have a strong cast and we are having a great

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time doing it,” he acknowledged.

Featuring an array of themes from Anton Chekhov's works, the play calls on classic works in more ways than just the siblings' names … but Brown said audiences need not be familiar with the Russian playwright's catalogue to enjoy the characters' antics and he is sure they will enjoy the play as much as he has been acting in it.

“I am loving it. I don’t play the clown in this one. I got cast as Vanya, the older brother. Nick Atkinson is the boy toy Spike and is in his underwear for most of the show.

When we had our first rehearsal, there was Nick stripping his clothes off,” laughed Brown.

To round out the summer bill, B2B’s Teen Musical Theatre program is presenting the classic Rodgers & Hammerstein musical Once Upon a Mattress which is based on the story of The Princess and the Pea. Carried on a wave of wonderful songs the musical is a rollicking spin on the familiar classic of royal courtship and comeuppance which Brown said provides for some side-

splitting shenanigans.

“The teen musical goes back a lot of years.

Carol Burnett originally performed in it. It is fun, it is medieval and it has great music.”

Brown said they hope to entertain audiences of all ages and backgrounds with the rotation of their four comedies and carry on the tradition of presenting high caliber summer theatre they have become famous for.

“Because it is summer no one wants heavy dark shows. Ours is light entertainment.

We have chosen comedies but all different genres of comedy which is fun.”

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Participants are invited to one, or all four, as each course both ‘stands alone’ and is complimentary to the others. $20.

North Island Wildlife Recovery Center, 1240 Leffler Rd, Errington.

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Bard to Broadway Theatre June 14 - August 30

2:00pm. Vanya & Sonia & Masha & Spike. Village Theatre, 122 Fern Road W, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-4470

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9:30am. Free drop-in program for children 6 years and under and a caregiver. Join us each Monday at Family Place Munchkinland, Parksville, 9:30 to 11:30 am on July 11, 18, 25 and August 8, 15, and 22. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks for more information. View recreation programs online at rdn.bc.ca/recreation.

Munchkinland at Family Place, 494 Bay Avenue, Parksville. 250-248-3252

Lifetree Cafe - A Conversation Cafe 7:00pm. True Beauty is it only skin deep?

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TUE JUL 26 Tea by the Sea 11:00am. Includes a delicious selection of sandwiches, pastries and other goodies prepared by our chef. Tea includes admission to the Station. Reservations required.$22. Deep Bay Marine Field Station, 370 Crome Point Rd, Deep Bay. 250-740-6611

Bard to Broadway Theatre 7:30pm. The Ladies Man. Village Theatre, 122 Fern Road W, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-4470

WED JUL 27 Bard to Broadway Theatre presents: 7:30pm. Vanya & Sonia & Masha & Spike. Village Theatre, 122 Fern Road W, Qualicum Beach.

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THU JUL 28 Music Bingo 7:00pm. Every second Thursday night at the French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Road, Parksville. 250-248-3713

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FRI JUL 29 Coombs Bluegrass Festival 9:00am. July 29 - 31.

Welcome old friends and new. Thanks to everyone involved in this festival for keeping it happening for 38 years. Camping on-site. Coombs Rodeo Grounds , 2601 Alberni Hwy, Coombs

Music in the Park 6:30pm. Johnny Inappropriate. Beach Fest hosts the FREE Outdoor Summer Concert Series (Friday and Saturday nights from July 22 August 20th from 6:308:30). Community Park, Parksville. 250-951-2678

Bard to Broadway Theatre 7:30pm. You’re a Good

Man, Charlie Brown.

Village Theatre, 122 Fern Road W, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-4470

SAT JUL 30 Blast from the Past Show & Shine 8:00am. Public Entry by donation. All proceeds go to Arrowsmith Community Recreation Association, Coombs Hilliers Volunteer Fire Department and The Ocean Idler’s Car Club. Coombs Fairground, 1014 Ford Rd, Coombs. 250-752-9615

Van Isle Shriners Show & Shine Cruise Night 5:00pm. Van Isle Shri-

ners Show & Shine Cruise Night Parksville A&W - Departs 5:00pm.

Parksville A&W, 540 East Island Highway, Parksville.

Music in the Park 6:30pm. Beach Fest hosts the FREE Outdoor Summer Concert Series ( Friday and Saturday nights from July 22 - August 20th from 6:30-8:30).

Community Park, Parksville. 250-951-2678.

UFC 201: Lawler vs Woodley 7:00pm. French Creek Marine Pub. 1025 Lee Road, Parksville. 250248-3713

Bard to Broadway Theatre 7:30pm. You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown.

Village Theatre, 122 Fern Road W, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-4470

SUN JUL 31 Van Isle Shriners Show and Shine Car Show 9:00am. Come out and have a fun day at the Beach viewing these great cars while supporting your local Shriners as we support sick children within our communities.

Community Park, Corfield Street N, Parksville.

Bard to Broadway Theatre #205 Feb’16 7:30pm.

You’re a Good Find 10 Differences Man, Answers CharlieinBrown. this Village Theatre, 122 magazine.

Fern Road W, Qualicum ©1984-2015 Whats On Digest Beach.

250-752-4470 Cartoon by Melony Turner

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She was sure that not all of these people had been invited but didn’t know how to tell which ones were the crashers.

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Then he asked, “Will those who are from the groom’s side of the family stand up as well?”

About twenty five people stood up.

Then he smiled and said, “Will all those who stood please leave, this is a birthday party.”

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LIVE MUSIC FRI JUL 1

Parksville’s Canada Day 7:00am. Parksville. 250248-3613

Qualicum Canada Day 11:45am. Downtown Qualicum. 250-752-9632

Lighthouse Bluegrass Festival 5:00pm. Meadowood Park, Lighthouse Country.

250-240-8888

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

Dave Hart 7:00pm. Smoke ’n Water, Nanoose. 250-468-7192

The Enablers 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub. 250-248-3713 SAT JUL 2

Lighthouse Bluegrass Festival 11:00am. Meadowood Park, Lighthouse Country.

250-240-8888

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

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

The Enablers 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub. 250-2483713 TUE JUL 5

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

Xtreme Karaoke 9:00pm. Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-668-8796 WED JUL 6

Gary Hodi & guests 6:00pm. The Shady Rest, Qualicum. 250-752-9111

Open Mic 7:00pm. Smoke ’N Water,

Nanoose. 250-468-7192 THU JUL 7

Concert Under the Stars 5:00pm. Thalassa Restaurant, Qualicum. 250594-1150

Sunset Serenade 6:00pm. Smoke ’N Water, Nanoose. 250-468-7192 FRI JUL 8

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

Dave Hart 7:00pm. Smoke ’n Water, Nanoose. 250-468-7192

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

Shawn Carle 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub. 250-248-3713 SAT JUL 9

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

Deaf Aids 7:00pm. Smoke N Water, Nanoose. 250-468-7192 TUE JUL 12

Xtreme Karaoke 9:00pm. Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-668-8796 THU JUL 14

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

Sunset Serenade 6:00pm. Smoke ’n Water, Nanoose. 250-468-7192 FRI JUL 15

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

Easy Street 7:00pm. Smoke 'N Water, Nanoose. 250-468-7192

BAM 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub. 250-248-3713 SAT JUL 16

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

Classical Brass On The Grass 7:00pm. Morningstar Farm, Parksville. 250-248-4353

BAM 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub. 250-248-3713 TUE JUL 19

Xtreme Karaoke 9:00pm. Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-668-8796 WED JUL 20

Open Mic 7:00pm. Smoke n Water, Nanoose. 250-468-7192 THU JUL 21

Sunset Serenade 6:00pm. Smoke ’N Water. 250-468-7192 FRI JUL 22

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

Music in the Park 6:30pm. Community Park, Parksville. 250-951-2678

Dave Hart 7:00pm. Smoke N Water, Nanoose. 250-468-7192

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

Music Trivia

SAT JUL 23

Music in the Park 6:30pm. Community Park, Parksville. 250-951-2678

Ryder Hawkins Band 7:00pm. The Shady Rest, Qualicum. 250-802-6693

Drs of Rock N Roll 7:00pm. Smoke ’N Water, Nanoose. 250-468-7192

Sons of Guns 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub. 250-248-3713 TUE JUL 26

Xtreme Karaoke 9:00pm. Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-668-8796 WED JUL 27

Open Mic 7:00pm. Smoke ’N Water, Nanoose. 250-468-7192 THU JUL 28

Sunset Serenade 6:00pm, Smoke ’N Water, Nanoose. 250-468-7192

Coombs Bluegrass Festival 9:00am. Coombs Rodeo Grounds, Coombs

Music in the Park 6:30pm. Community Park, Parksville. 250-951-2678

Jordan Matchett 7:00pm. Smoke ’N Water, Nanoose. 250-468-7192

Dr's of Rock and Roll 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub. 250-248-3713 FRI JUL 29

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

Dave Hart 7:00pm. Smoke ’n Water, Nanoose. 250-468-7192

Dave Hart

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

7:00pm. Smoke ’n Water, Nanoose. 250-4687192

Four on the Floor

Music in the Park

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

6:30pm. Community Park, Parksville. 250-951-2678.

SAT JUL 30

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EVERY WEEK Rotary Club of QB

Yoga at Eaglecrest

Family Night

Women's 45+ Aerobics

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

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

8:00am. Bodyworks Parksville. 250-248-3346

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

Cribbage

Fun Bridge

TOPS 4248 Parksville

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

8:45am. St Anne's Church, Parksville. 250-586-0101

Vortex Dancing

TIC TAC

7:00pm.Do it the BalanChIng Way, Qualicum250-752-8152

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

Meditation & Relaxtion

Yoga on the Beach

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

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

Badminton / Ping Pong

Members Yoga

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

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

Cribbage & Bridge

Members Yoga

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

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

Snooker

Parksville Rotary Club

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

11:45am. Quality Resort Bayside, Parksville.

Arbutus Toastmasters

EVERY MONDAY

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

Yoga on the Beach 9:30.Qualicum Visitors Centre. 250-951-2538

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

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

EVERY WEDNESDAY

Socrates Cafe

Parksville Rotary AM

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

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

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

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

Yoga at Eaglecrest 10:45am. Eaglcrest Golf Club. 250-951-2538

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

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

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

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

Balance Class

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

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

Parksville Lawn Bowling

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

7:00pm. Drop-in. Parksville. 250-954-3930

Rotary Noon

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

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

Carpet Bowling

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

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

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

250-248-6644

EVERY TUESDAY

Peace Vigil

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

Lawn Bowling

Soupy Cafe

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

Parksville Lawn Bowling 1:00pm. Drop-in. Parksville. 250-954-3930

Kids Summer Fun

Free Tech Help Drop-in

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

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

1:00pm. Qualicum Lawn Bowling Club. 250-752-7060

Belly Fit

Better Body's Fitness

Ladies Pool

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

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

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

Bingo

Woodcarving

Seniors Badminton

Singing in French

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Better Body's Fitness

Ladies Pool

Mind in Motion

4:30pm. Qualicum Beach.

250-752-3750

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

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

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

Family Night

Yoga at Eaglecrest

4:30pm. SOS Centre.

Parksville. 250-248-2093

10:45am. Eaglcrest Golf Club. 250-951-2538

Weight Watchers

EVERY FRIDAY Women's 45+ Aerobics

Drop in Bridge

8:00am. Bodyworks, Parksville. 250-248-3346

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

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

TIC TAC

Free Meditation Class

Mexican Dominos

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

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

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

Belly Dancing

Parksville Lawn Bowling

6:00pm. Qualicum Beach.

250-752-3750

1:00pm. Drop-in. Parksville. 250-954-3930

TOPS Parksville

Carpet Bowling

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

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

Scottish Country Dance

Kids Summer Fun

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

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

Free Tech Help Drop-in 9:00am. Family Place, Parksville. 250-947-8258

Better Body's Fitness

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 4:30pm. Qualicum Beach.

250-752-3750

Rainbow Stew Cloggers

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

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

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

Tech Topic Workshop

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

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

EVERY SATURDAY

9:30am. Family Place, Parksville. 250-947-8258

Qualicum Beach Farmers Market

Free Tech Help Drop-in

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

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

Men's Pool

Stroke Recovery

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

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

Members Darts

EVERY SUNDAY Family Swim

11:45am. Qualicum Seniors Centre. 250-752-0420

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

Oceanside Floor Curling

Bingo

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

5:00pm. Nanoose Place.

250-228-9057

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

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

Yoga at Eaglecrest

Bingo

Bridge

Ballroom/Latin Classes

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

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

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

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

Yoga on the Beach

Belly Dancing

ESL Conversation Group

Poetry In Motion

9:30.Qualicum Visitors Centre. 250-951-2538

6:00pm. Qualicum Beach.

250-752-3750

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

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 oastal 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 Little Mountain Cafe 250-586-8866 Log Cabin Ice Cream 250-248-2868 MadBee Cafe 250-248-1004 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 250-752-7032 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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