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SUN JUN 4 NANAIMO CHAMBER ORCHESTRA

SAT JUN 17 STREET DANCE FREE live music from the 50’s – 70’s performed by “Eddie & The Funk” Come out and dance the night away! Lots of fun for all ages!

Qualicum Beach.

250-752-8838

The Nanaimo Chamber Orchestra offers its late spring program, “Heart and Harmony”, as a wonderful conclusion to its season of performances. St. Marks Anglican Church.

250-752-4836

SAT JUN 17 FAMILY DAY

SUN JUN 18 FATHERS DAY SHOW N SHINE 24th Annual Father’s Day Show ‘n Shine! Over 600 vehicles displayed right on the downtown streets of Qualicum Beach.

250-752-8838

A day full of activity for the whole family, with garden and wildlife adventures for everyone. Lots of games, prizes. activities and family fun. North Island Wildlife Recovery Centre.

250-248-8534

JUN 24 & 25 NANOOSE BAY ART IN THE GARDEN

WED JUN 21 FOREVER FROZEN STORY Enjoy an amazing and interactive large-scale musical in the world of Hans Christian Andersen’s fascinating tale.

Lighthouse Community Center 1-855-561-3602

8th Annual event with over 85 artisans and live musical performances. You will find everything from pottery to painting, textile arts to sculpture.

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Coffee with Council

THU JUN 1 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

PineRidge Farm Market 10:00am. PineRidge Farm Market provides the local region with a variety of food choices for your dinner table.

Whether you’re camping or live nearby, we are here to serve you. May June 10AM - 6PM. July - Sept 9AM - 8PM. Our Farm produces an assortment of vegetables and berries, which are picked fresh from the fields right behind the market. PineRidge RV Park & Farm Market, 2715 Turnbull Rd, Qualicum Beach. 250-6198047

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

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

250-248-6144

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

Fun activities encourage self-esteem & healthy relationships, Nutritious snacks and transportation provided. Pre-registration required. Qualicum Commons, 744 Primrose St, Qualicum Beach. 250248-2093 ext. 237

Ladies Night with Tom Morrisey 7:00pm. Every Thursday, enjoy food and drink specials, live music...and check out awesome local women-powered businesses each week.

Smoke ’N Water Restaurant,1-1600 Strougler Rd, Nanoose Bay. 250-4687192

Newcomers Club 7:00pm. Open to anyone who has lived in Parks-

5 ville and surrounding areas for less than 5 years. First Thursday of the month. For further information check out ou website at www. parksvillenewcomers. net. Parksville Community Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville.

250-248-6234

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

This group is independent, non-profit, slip-on shoe support groups serving the Oceanside community for over 5 years. The Gardens, 650 Berwick North, Qualicum Beach. 250752-8066

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

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

Hosted by Scott and Hope from Backstage

“Wonder What’s On tonight?”

Whiskey. The Rod & Gun Pub, 163 Alberni Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-6511

IceBear: Dreams of a Dreamer 11:45pm. Solo exhibition from May 30 to June 30. Exclusive preview for IceBear collectors June 2, a public open house and brief artists talk will be held on the afternoon of Saturday June 3. Opening exhibit reception: Saturday, June 3, 2017, 1-3pm. McMillan Arts Centre, 133 McMillan St, Parksville.

250-248-8185

FRI JUN 2 Weight Watchers 9:00am. Weight Watchers Meetings are led by people who’ve succeeded on the program, so their expertise comes from real-life experience.

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

250-248-6234

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

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FRI JUN 2 CONT... healthy snacks. SOS Child, Youth and Family Centre, 245 West Hirst Ave, Parksville. 250-2482093 ext. 242

Oceanside Stroke Recovery Society

198 Morison Ave, Parksville 744 Primrose St, Qualicum Beach Commons

250-752-6766 • www.frabc.ca

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

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1:30pm. Find support through this fitness and social program for people experiencing early stage memory loss due to Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia. Call RDN - Parks & Rec to register.

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

250-248-3252

Parksville Museum Farmers & Artisan Market 4:00pm. Taste real flavors: Fruits & vegetables you buy at the farmers’ markets are the freshest available. See the unique setting surrounded by local history, heritage buildings and the community. Parksville Museum, 1245 East Island Highway, Parksville.

Music Trivia 7:00pm. Every Friday.

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

Lazy Mike & Dan Dube Duo 7:00pm. Join Lazy Mike & Dan Dube’ for an evening of Old Blues, Classic Country, and Roots Music. Smoke n Water, 1-1600 Stroulger Road, Nanoose Bay. 250-3233298

SAT JUN 3 Annual Spring Garage Sale 8:00am.

Canadian Federation of University Women. Supporting educational projects in Oceanside. 544 W 1st Ave, Qualicum Beach.

250-240-2865

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

Qualicum Beach Farmers Market 8:30am. Open Year Round. You’ll find the best in fresh fruits, vegetables and berries, plants and cut flowers, fresh baked goods, jams and jellies, fish, chicken and pork, as well as a wide range of local crafts. Free. Qualicum Beach Community Hall, 644 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach.

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Childbirth Education Class

Discover Sea Kayaking 10yrs+

9:00am. One day intensive exploring all the need to know aspects of preparing for childbirth: labour, delivery and the postpartum period. The class will cover when to call your care provider or head to the hospital, comfort measures, stages of labour etc. We believe knowledge is empowering for both Mom and Dad (or any support person!) $150. The Nurture Collective, 100-126 Alberni Highway, Parksville. 250-586-9222

12:45pm. Come on out and get your feet wet.

This relaxing 2 1/2 hour lesson includes kayak, gear, equipment orientation, intro to four paddling strokes, launching and exiting techniques, and a mini paddle on the water. Perfect for beginners, these tours include a certified guide, the kayak, gear and instruction in paddling strokes and safety procedures.

No experience is necessary. Double kayaks are available to paddle with a friend or with a younger family member. $61/ person. Terrien Road, Nanoose Bay. 250-248-1283

Native Plants Naturalist Walk 6yrs+ 10:00am. Take a walk with a certified Park Naturalist through Englishman River Regional Park and learn about the incredible natural world we have around us. There’ll be plenty of stops along the way that leave you with a greater appreciation for the wonders of the surrounding area.

Children 6 years+ can register and attend with an adult. Cost is $16 per person. Englishman River Regional Park, Errington.

250-248-3252

Errington Farmers Market 10:00am. From May through September, Every Saturday 10am-1pm in Errington’s Community Park. Live music, fresh food,plants, artisans and children’s booths - the market in the trees where friends and neighbours meet.

Errington Park, 1390 Errington Rd, Errington.

250-586-0099

A Joyful Ring Hand Bell Concert 1:00pm. The hand bell choirs from Knox United Church and St. Mark’s Anglican Parish join together to present an afternoon concert on Saturday, June 3 at 1:00 pm.Come out to hear the beautiful healing sounds of the bells. Free will offering with proceeds going to our local refugee family fund. by donation.

Knox United Church, 345 Pym St, Parksville. 250248-3927

First Annual Festival of Tiny Trees 1:00pm. Opening reception of Ice Bear art exhibit with artist in attendance. Refreshments served! Everyone welcome! McMillan Arts Centre, 132 Jensen Avenue, Parksville. 250248-8185

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JUNE 22 – JUNE 25, 2017

7TH ANNUAL FAIRY HOUSE SURPRISE THE PLACE TO SUSPEND DISBELIEF AND DISCOVER SOME HIDDEN WINGED CHERUBS.

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antasy, imagination and perhaps event. a little bit of pixie dust will The ten acres of garden surrounding the converge on June 24 in honour heritage house where Veronica once lived of International Fairy Day. has plants from the temperate zones of the For those who want proof that the world, including a significant collection of mythological creatures do exist, just Rhododendrons. meander through It was her vision Milner Gardens that created "They magically appear and between June 22 the incredible and 25. stick around for four days. The combination of The seaside fairy houses can be found in the garden and old garden oasis of growth forest and it woodland part of the garden in Milner Gardens is no secret that the all sorts of neat spots." & Woodland in former owner of the Qualicum Beach is Geoff Ball ~ Executive Director grounds believed in the perfect place to fairies. suspend disbelief She conceived the supernatural winged and perhaps discover some hidden butterfly tenders lived in certain areas of the garden winged cherubs. which added to the magic and special Executive Director at the gardens, Geoff feeling of the place.

Ball said in honour of International Fairy In past years, children have discovered, Day and Veronica Milner's belief in fairies hidden in the sun dappled shadows of they will once again celebrate the magical world of fairies with their Fairy Houses Milner Gardens everything from sea shell

fairy shacks to fairies wearing Foxglove flowers as hats, gloves, and petticoats.

International Fairy Day pays homage to the mythological creatures and their diverse history and Ball said close to the day, magical creatures have materialized throughout the gardens.

“They magically appear and stick around for four days. The fairy houses can be found in the woodland part of the garden in all sorts of neat spots. But as fast as they appear, they suddenly disappear,” he admitted.

He agreed that fairies have captured the imagination of people everywhere and over the years children who have visited certain locations in Milner Gardens have commented on the existence of an undeniable spirit.

“It is not uncommon for kids to say the area is magical. They pick up on things we don’t.

They often say it is a magical place,” he acknowledged.

To capture the spirit of fairy lore there will be a Fairy Tea Time service in the Queen's Room and Milner House patio from 1p.m.

- 4 p.m. on all four days.

Unfortunately, because of the fairy tea time, there is no full afternoon high tea or reservations when the fairies are in the garden.

MORE INFORMATION

MILNER GARDENS 2179 West Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach ADMISSION Adults is $11, Youth $6.50, Children 12 and under accompanied by an adult.

Members & current VIU students with card enter free.

Visit www.viu.ca/milnergardens Story by BRENDA GOUGH

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Identity Crisis 7:00pm. Live Music with Identity Crisis from 7 11pm. The Shady Waterfront Restaurant & Pub, 3109 Island Hwy W, Parksville. 250-752-9111

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7:00pm. Musical selections from the 50s to 90s, will include great tunes such as ‘La Bamba’, music by Roy Orbison, Ray Charles, Motown and more!

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UFC 212 7:00pm. Aldo vs. Holloway. French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Rd, Parksville. 250-248-3713

Completely Creedence - CCR Tribute Band 7:30pm. Dance on the best dance floor in the area. Doors open 7:30 show from 8pm to midnight. Tickets available online at www.commu-

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Lighthouse Community Hall, 240 Dogwood St, Parksville. 250-757-9991

Island Talent Pole Fitness Show 8:00pm. Students in this show range from ages seven to 50 performing at levels from beginner to professional. There are versatile acts from sporty to sultry, jazzy to circus style, and everything in between.This year’s National competitors and last year’s National Masters champion will amaze you with their acts. Adult: $20.

Errington Hall, 1390 Errington Rd, Errington.

250-248-5106

SUN JUN 4 Walk To Fight Arthritis 8:30am. Registering for the Walk means you join a passionate community that is determined to build awareness and raise funds for arthritis research. Fundraising for the Walk also permits The Arthritis Society to keep providing vital programs and services that enable people with arthritis to live well at home, work and play. Join the movement!Register and begin fundraising today!

Parksville Community Park, 141 E Island Hwy,

Parksville. 250-5194000

Buddhism through Reading & Reflection 10:00am. 4 Sundays: 10am 1hr Study of the text ‘The Heart Treasure of the Enlightened Ones’

by Patrul Rinpoche. Excellent for people interested in Buddhism and those already practicing to deepen your understanding and view. You can order your text on amazon.ca. 4 Sundays 10am May 7, May 21, June 4 & June 18. $125.

Email to Register: penny@kathokcentre.ca.

Kathok Centre, 2800 Grafton Ave, Errington.

250-586-5882

Nanaimo Chamber Orchestra, “Heart & Harmony” 2:30pm. To have heart is to exhibit a combination of compassion, camaraderie and joy in sharing with others.

And in that spirit the Nanaimo Chamber Orchestra offers its late spring program, “Heart and Harmony”, as a wonderful conclusion to its season of performances.

Adult: $20 Child: $under 12, free Student: $5. St. Marks Anglican Church, 138 Hoylake Road W, Qualicum Beach. 250752-4836

MON JUN 5 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 en-

joy crafts, games and healthy snacks. Free.

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

Parksville Museums Garden Volunteer Days!

2:00pm. Register today for your spot! Learn from a professional horticulture teacher, Connie Kuramoto who also teaches many classes & a Master Organics Course with the Urban Farm School. Class by donation. Coffee, tea, hot chocolate provided. Be prepared to get your hands dirty! Bring weather appropriate clothing, gardening questions & gardening tools. Your donation will go towards a plant and the Urban Farm School’s rainwater harvesting project. Free/Donation.

Parksville Museum, 1245 East Island Highway, Parksville. 250-2486966

Girl / Guyz Time Parksville 3:00pm. Every Monday.

Fun activities encourage self-esteem & healthy relationships, Nutritious snacks and transportation provided. Pre-registration required. Pre-registration required. SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre, 245 Hirst Ave. W, Parksville. 250-2482093 ext. 237

Arbutus Toastmasters 7:00pm. Every Monday.

Everyone Welcome.

Parksville Community &

Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville.

250-248-1926

TUE JUN 6 The Flow of Life and the Dance of the Cosmos 9:00am. Join us for a 6 week program in spirituality featuring dynamic and interactive webcasts. Key speakers are Richard Rohr (Center for Action and Contempation), Cynthia Bourgeault (Contemplative Society) and William Paul Young (author of “The Shack”).

Participation is by donation with drop-ins welcome. St Edmunds Anglican Church, 407 Wembley Rd, Parksville.

250-248-3114

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 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

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Family Night 4:30pm. Every Tuesday.

Connect with others and learn about family services, support & activities. Qualicum Commons, 744 Primrose St, Parksville. 250-2482093 ext. 237

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6:00pm. Indoor and Outdoor Play. Presenters: Maureen & Ginny.

Join us as we explore the benefits of play for gross motor development and sensory regulation throughout the day! We will discuss the importance of free, unstructured play as well as ways to incorporate sensory strategies into your child’s play. The Family Resource Association, 198 Morison Ave, Parksville. 250-752-6766

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. Add tasty food and a fabulous line-up of entertainment for your enjoyment. Come out and support our local merchants, as well as vendors traveling from all over Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands. Free Event. Craig St, Parksville. 250-228-5210

Xtreme Karaoke 154 East Island Highway, Parksville • 250-248-3433

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

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

Every Tuesday. The Rod & Gun Pub, 163 Alberni Hwy, Parksville. 250668-8796

WED JUN 7 Soupy Cafe 12:00pm. First Wednesday of the month. Community Lunch / Drop in activity time. Cards, Ping Pong, Chess. All ages welcome. Lunch by donation. Lighthouse Community Hall, 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay. 250-757-9991

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

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

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

250-248-6234

Free Meditation Workshop 5:30pm. Free classes are held every Wednesday.

The simple and effective techniques of Sahaja Yoga Meditation will allow you to master stress,

13 improve your health, face yourself, and achieve balance in every aspect of life. Ancient knowledge and practices are adapted to modern day needs for people of all ages and walks of life.

McMillan Arts Centre, 133 McMillan St, Parksville. 250-954-5040

Beautiful Selection of Baby Clothing & Accessories

Mid Island Floral Art Club meeting 2:00pm. The demonstration for this meeting isFloralJewelry. $6 for visitors. St. Stephens Church Hall, 150 Village Way, Qualicum Beach.

250-757-8969

Carrying brands such as Beba Bean and Canadian made Itty Bitty Baby and more.

Melody’s Gifts

250-752-1391 • 142 West 2nd Avenue, Qualicum Beach

Girl Talk / Guyz Time 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

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

THU JUN 8 Guided Tour Tibetan Temples 11:00am. Every Thursday. Guided Tour of two authentic Tibetan Buddhist Temples in Coombs. Meet at the Gift Shop! Maybe light a candle for a loved one who passed or ill, or bring some offerings of fresh flowers to make a spiritual connection.

Bring some spending cash for the gift shop and thrift shop! By donation. 2800 Grafton Ave, Qualicum Beach

By Donation. Clear Light Meditation Centre, 2800 Grafton Ave, Errington.

250-586-5882

3:00pm. Every Thursday.

Fun activities encourage self-esteem & healthy relationships, Nutritious snacks and transportation provided. Pre-registration required. Qualicum Commons, 744 Primrose St, Qualicum Beach. 250248-2093 ext. 237

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Ladies Night with Tom Morrisey 7:00pm. Every Thursday, enjoy food and drink specials, live music...and check out awesome local women-powered businesses each week. Smoke ’N Water Restaurant,1-1600 Strougler Rd, Nanoose Bay. 250-468-7192

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7:00pm. An acoustic amalgam of roots music BRANDING GUIDELINES including folk, country, rhythm & blues, and rock & roll. Smoke N Water Primary Logo Restaurant,1-1600 Strougler Rd, Nanoose Bay. 250-468-7192

FRI JUN 9 BC Shellfish & Seafood Festival

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Western Canada’s largest seafood festival. book your tickets and tours to over 45 spectacular events to experience the bounty of British Columbia’s wide array of seafood producers and 40+ participating Chefs. Visit bcshellfishfestival.com for more info. Comox Valley. 1-855-400-2882

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

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

250-248-6234

Oceanside Stroke Recovery Society 11:00am. Providing professional therapy sessions - physical ex-

ercise, speech, music and art therapy and caregivers’ counselling.

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

Parksville Museum Farmers & Artisan Market 4:00pm. Taste real flavors: Fruits & vegetables you buy at the farmers’ markets are the freshest available. See the unique setting surrounded by local history, heritage buildings and the community. Parksville Museum, 1245 East Island Highway, Parksville.

Full Moon Howl Sea Kayak Tour 10yrs+ 7:45pm. Experience the magic of kayaking on the ocean by the light of the full moon. Perfect for beginners, these tours include a certified guide, the kayak, gear and instruction in paddling strokes and safety procedures. No experience necessary. Double kayaks are available to paddle with a friend or younger family members.

Children 10 years+ can register and attend with an adult. Cost is $52 per person. Phone RDN, Recreation. Terrien Road in Nanoose. 250-248-3252

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Music Trivia

CPR Regional Trail Guided Alpine Hike

7:00pm. Every Friday.

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

8:00am. Hike the steep historic trail that connects Cameron Lake to the sub-alpine. Along the way, pass water-

falls, ponds and lookouts with great views up and down the Georgia Strait.

This guided day trip is rigorous and meant to introduce fit hikers to our precious and popular mid-island alpine areas.

Attendance at a Hiking Information Session to learn more about what to expect when venturing outdoors is mandatory for all new participants. $45/person.

250-248-3252

Qualicum Beach Farmers Market 8:30am. Open Year Round. You’ll find the best in fresh fruits, vegetables and berries, plants and cut flowers, fresh baked goods, jams and jellies, fish, chicken and pork, as well as a wide range of local crafts. Free. Qualicum Beach Community Hall, 644 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach.

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QF Ladies and Mens Triples Tournament 9:00am. Bowlers from Central and North Island competing. Spectators welcome. QB Lawn Bowling Club, 665 Jones St, Qualicum Beach.

250-586-3733

Denman Island Home and Garden Tour 9:30am. Jun 10 & Jun 11.

Stunning gardens, fascinating architecture, woven together with pastoral views & ocean vistas.

Deemed by the Globe & Mail “one of Canada’s top six horticultural events.” Highlights include an island-style tiny home nestled in a permaculture food forest, a contemporary home built with reclaimed railroad timbers, a 1920’s beach house laden with roses & lilies, a vineyard (with tasting room), & an organic orchard. Adults $20, children free. Earlybird $18 until May 15. homeandgardentour. blogspot.ca. Various Locations on Denman Island. 250-539-8339

26th Anniversary Event 10:00am. 10% sale throughout the whole store all day! Smithfords, 164-2nd Ave West, Qualicum Beach.

Errington Farmers Market 10:00am. From May through September, Every Saturday 10am-1pm in Errington’s Community Park. Live music, fresh food,plants, artisans and children’s

booths - the market in the trees where friends and neighbours meet.

Errington Park, 1390 Errington Rd, Errington.

250-586-0099

Forest for the Trees 10:00am. Join Ursula Vaira for a writing workshop on Notch Hill in Nanoose. “We will walk, we will write, we will relearn our sensuous ways of interacting and communicating and being with other beings.”

Bring a lunch, Ursula will provide dessert and waterproof field notebooks.

Ursula Vaira is the author of And See What Happens - the journey poems. She’s the founder and publisher of Leaf Press, a literary poetry publisher in Lantzville, BC. Adult: $50.00.

Notch Hill. www.wordstorm.ca

what happens on the patio stays on the patio ENJOY HANDCRAFTED COCKTAILS AND A FRESH SUMMER MENU ON THE PATIOS AT LEFTY'S.

Vibrational Healing Chakra Balance 2 Step Workshop 11:00am. Jun 10 & 17.

This workshop balances energy chakra fields.

Chakras are spiritually aligned within and surrounding our bodies.

This 2 step process will assist you in becoming healthier. Please bring a pendulum and pencil crayons. Week 1: June 10 Balance Vertical Energy Field. Week 2: June 17 Balance Horizontal Energy Field. Cost includes the Flower Essence Repertory Book $225. Memorial Business Centre, 141 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-2402656

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JUNE 26 – AUGUST 7, 2017

150 MY CANADA A NATIONAL JURIED ART SHOW FEATURING ARTISTS FROM ACROSS THE COUNTRY.

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he Old School House Arts She said they asked the artists to paint Centre (TOSH) in Qualicum their vision of what Canada means to them Beach may be a small art gallery … whether it is a landscape, a memory or a on Vancouver Island but it is vision for the future. celebrating Canada’s 150th birthday with She said the essence of the show is about a big art show this summer. feeling like you are part of something larger 150 My Canada is a national juried art than a small town art exhibition. show featuring James admitted artists from across it was difficult the country. choosing which "the essence of the show is It opens June 26 pieces got about feeling like you are part of and will run until into the show something larger than a small August 7. because they had several excellent town art exhibition."

The opening submissions. reception for the Corinne James ~ Executive Director “It was a very hard special exhibition horse race because will be held on there were so many Wednesday, June 28 at 2:00 p.m. entries. We had to jury it down to 55 pieces,” she said.

TOSH executive director Corinne James James added that in order to give artists said when they extended a national call of all skill levels a chance to participate, an for entries for the juried exhibition they additional 10 paintings were chosen from received a whopping 234 entries.

a lottery pool of all entries and the result is a stunning perception of art that is truly Canadian. “It is a lovely mixture of mediums and sizes. The two dimensional art includes pencil drawings, oils, water colours, acrylics, collages and fabric art,� said James.

She said out of the 234 submissions they received, 65 paintings came from as far away as Ontario and quite a few local artists had their pieces juried into the show.

Three internationally respected artists had the job of short listing the paintings.

The judges include local artists Merv Brandel and Don Farrell as well as Gerda Hofman from Nanaimo.

The judges will choose the top place finishers after the work has been hung.

The first prize is $800, second prize is $500 and third prize is $300. In addition, each winner will receive a commemorative vase created by First Nations artist Terry

Jackson. There will also be three honourable mention awards.

A catalogue that includes all painting entries will be available for purchase.

In the catalogue, the artists selected for the show as well as the lottery winners will have their paintings featured along with a short biographical profile.

In addition, all participating artists will be noted, and thumbnail photos of their respective submissions will be included.

James said they even have some entries from some art students from Kwalikum Senior Secondary School.

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Live Music with Dennis Fox and the Real Deal 7:00pm. The Shady Waterfront Restaurant & Pub, 3109 Island Hwy W, Qualicum Beach.

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The Enablers 7:00pm. Vancouver Island’s premier dance party band! Smoke N Water Restaurant, 1-1600 Strougler Rd, Nanoose Bay. 250-4687192

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10:00pm. Public Knit-In open to all knitters. Bring outdoor chair and your knitting and come to Errington Farmers Market to meet others and do some creative knitting.

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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.

Free admission. Lighthouse Community Hall, 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay. 250-757-8172

QF Ladies and Mens Triples Tournament 9:00am. Bowlers from Central and North Island competing. Spectators welcome. QB Lawn Bowling Club, 665 Jones St, Qualicum Beach.

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Abbotsford Cardinals 10:00am. An exiting double header! Cheer on the Parksville Royals as they take on the visiting Abbotsford Cardinals. Royals Field, 450 Despard Ave, Parksville.

St. Marks Qualicum Celebrates 90 Years 10:00am. Celebratory Service 10:00 followed by lunch. historic church, Anglican church, St. Mark’s has been part of the Qualicum Community for 90 years! Join us Saturday for an old fashioned hymn sing and an historical narration with tea and dessert after.

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MON JUN 12 Alpine Gardeners 12:30pm. Presents Jiri Papousek, from the Czech Republic, to speak on “Small Daphnes and Their Cultivation”. Small Daphnes, with their lovely scent and long lasting flowers, are perfect for the rock garden, regular border or containers and troughs. $10.00 / $5.00 members. Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250-594-4423

Arbutus Toastmasters 7:00pm. Every Monday.

Everyone Welcome.

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

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TUE JUN 13 The Flow of Life and the Dance of the Cosmos 9:00am. Join us for a 6 week program in spirituality featuring dynamic and interactive webcasts. Key speakers are Richard Rohr (Center for Action and Contempation), Cynthia Bourgeault (Contemplative Society) and William Paul Young (author of “The Shack”).

Participation is by donation with drop-ins welcome. St Edmunds Anglican Church, 407 Wembley Rd, Parksville.

250-248-3114

Sexual Abuse Intervention Services 6:00pm. Child Sexual Abuse Prevention.

Presenter: Gay-Lynn.

Would you like to learn more about: Prevention Tips. Safety Rules. For parents and caregivers of children aged 4-10.

The Family Resource Association, 198 Morison Ave, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-6766

Qualicum Beach Garden Club 7:00pm. Linda Gilkeson PhD of West Coast Gardening will provide Tips for the Summer Food Garden - how to manage common fruit and vegetable pests, sowing for a winter harvest, thinning and pruning fruit trees.

Linda is an entomologist and is a specialist on pest control. Her books will be available for sale at the meeting. Members Free / General: $5.00.

Qualicum Beach Garden Club, 234 Crescent Road E, Qualicum Beach. 250594-3619

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.

250-668-8796. The Rod & Gun Pub, 163 Alberni Hwy, Parksville.

WED JUN 14 Bowsers Magnolia Court Summer Markets is Back!

5:30pm. Bowser’s Magnolia Court Summer

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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 Where all the local farmers come to sell. Enjoy food, music, yoga, & many 20th Anniversary celebrations. Every Saturday, 8:30am-12pm. Memorial at the Train Tracks, Qualicum Beach. www.qbfarmersmarket.com PARKSVILLE MUSEUM FARMERS’ & ARTISAN MARKET Every Friday 4-7pm. May 26 Sep 15. Food, music & art. Enjoy picturesque grounds & historic buidlings while shopping.

1245 E. Island Highway. www.parksvillemuseum.ca

NANOOSE BAY ART IN THE GARDEN June 24-25 10-4pm. 2525 Northwest Bay Rd, Nanoose. Over 85+ artisans, live music & food. $5 suggested donation. Walk the gardens and be inspired by local artists & crafters! Artisan profiles at nanoosebayartinthegarden.com BOWSER’S MAGNOLIA COURT SUMMER MARKET Come and enjoy live entertainment, a great selection of vendors and local produce! Wednesdays, June 14-Sept 13, 5:30-7:30pm.

6996 Island Hwy West, Bowser.

250-947-5231 ERRINGTON FARMERS MARKET Saturdays 10am-1pm from May through September in Errington’s Community Park, 1390 Errington Road. Live music, fresh food, plants, artisans and childrens booths. erringtonfarmersmarket.ca or 250-586-0099

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

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

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Competition Jul 14-16 Gates Open Jul 14 @ 2 pm Exhibition Jul 17-Aug 20 Quality Foods Fireworks Aug 19 (AFTER DUSK) KidFest Aug 20 Entry by donation $3 suggested

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7:00pm. “When Your Bucket List Springs a Leak”by local author Barb AshcroftCelebrating support from her Inner Circle and our local CommunityA short talk and slide presentation showing some of the locations where “leaks - aka calamities” took place. McMillan Arts Centre, 133 McMillan Arts, Parksville. 250752-5499

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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

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.

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Easy Street Duo 7:00pm. Deez Bar & Grill, 3353 W Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach.

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FRI JUN 16 The Sylvia Gibb Ladies Pairs Tournament 9:00am. Jun 16 & 17. Ladies from Central and N Island competing. Silent auction in aid of Haven House. Spectators welcome. QB Lawn Bowling Club, 665 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250586-3733

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

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

250-248-6234

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Oceanside Stroke Recovery Society 11:00am. Providing professional therapy sessions - physical exercise, speech, music and art therapy and caregivers’ counselling. St. Columbia Church Hall, 921 Wembley Mall, Parksville. 250-248-9994

Cruise Night 5:00pm. We kick off our Father’s Day Weekend with a Cruise; open to everyone driving a classic vehicle who wants to join 300 plus enthusiasts for a scenic cruise of the Parksville / Qualicum Beach area.

Food vendors and merchandise sales on site including T-shirts, hats,

souvenirs, raffles and lots more so arrive early.

250-752-8838

Music Trivia 7:00pm. Every Friday.

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

Live Music with Dave Hart 7:00pm. Live music with ‘Dave Hart’ Featuring popular songs and world themes on classical & hybrid guitar.

Smoke n Water Restaurant, 1-1600 Stroulger Rd, Nanoose Bay. 250468-7192

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Aquatic Centre Parking Lot. 250-248-3252

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 is provided from Ravensong Aquatic Centre to trail head. This guided day trip is rigorous and meant to introduce fit hikers to our precious and popular mid-island alpine areas. Attendance at a Hiking Information Session to learn more. $45/person. Ravensong

Qualicum Beach Farmers Market 8:30am. Open Year Round. You’ll find the best in fresh fruits, vegetables and berries, plants and cut flowers, fresh baked goods, jams and jellies, fish, chicken and pork, as well as a wide range of local crafts. Free. Qualicum Beach Community Hall, 644 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach.

Canoe Tour - Horne Lake 9:00am. Join us for a twist on a nature walk; a nature paddle on Saturday June 17th from

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Logging Truck Rodeo, Crash-To-Pass, Hornet Cars, Road Runners, Mad Max Extreme Racing.

Sat. June 10 IMCA Modifides, Bomber Cars, Dwarf Cars.

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Wilroc Sprint Cars, IMCA Modifides, Dwarf Cars.

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A brief introductory canoe lesson will start you off - no experience necessary - followed by a paddle along the shoreline of Horne Lake with guided interpretation from a RLC Park Naturalist. All canoes, safety equipment and transportation to and from Oceanside Place Arena are provided. Cost is $52 per person. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks at 250-248-3252 to preregister. HorneLake.

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10:00am. From May through September, Every Saturday 10am-1pm in Errington’s Community Park. Live music, fresh food,plants, artisans and children’s booths - the market in the trees where friends

and neighbours meet.

Errington Park, 1390 Errington Rd, Errington.

250-586-0099

Family Day 11:00am. A day full of activity for the whole family, with garden and wildlife adventures for everyone. Lots of games, prizes. activities and family fun. Enter to win an Eagle Stuffie or Gift Basket. AJ’s Island Grill will be on site with their food truck. Check out the gift shop for unique gift ideas, including a symbolic Wildlife Adoption!

North Island Wildlife Recovery Centre, 1240 Leffler Road, Errington.

250-248-8534

My Old Lady Audition 2:00pm. June 17 & 20.

Characters: 1 Male, 2 Females. Mathias (plays 50-60):A downon-his luck, 3 times divorced New Yorker.

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Story: Mathias flies to Paris to sell the apartment he inherited from his father. The apartment is inhabited by an elderly woman. Information or to schedule an audition contact producer Val Axford at vgaxford@telus. net. MacMillan Arts Center, 133 McMillan St, Parksville.

Street Dance 6:00pm. FREE live music from the 50’s – 70’s performed by “Eddie & The Funk”. Lots of fun for all ages! Come out and dance the night away! Food Vendors and refreshments will be available on site. Merchandise sales including T-Shirts, hats, souvenirs and raffle tickets also available. Come join us for a great evening!. 250752-8838

Uke-Stravanganza!

6:30pm. Fine ukelele music with the Jazzalele Duo and the Vancouver Island Ukulele Orchestra with players from Nanaimo, Qualicum Beach, Parksville and Nanoose Bay. Music featured includes jazz, classical, pop and world. For more information, visit www. viuke.com or www.jazzalele.com $15 / $12 from OCAC Members. McMillan Arts Centre, 133 McMillan Arts, Parksville. 250-248-8185

Music Trivia at Fairwinds 6:30pm. Old Time Rock & Roll Music Trivia that isn’t Trivial featuring music by the GreyNotes Revival Come test your knowledge of the music of the 60’s & 70’s Then dance to the music and enjoy good food! $30. for Chicken & Ribs Dinner, Trivia and Dancing.

Fairwinds Golf Course Clubhouse, 3750 Fairwinds Drive, Nanoose Bay. 250-468-9915

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

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Maverick Cinema 7:00pm. Within the crashing waves of the West coast, and the breeze that tosses through the pines is where Maverick Cinema finds their bliss. It is a fine line between the whispering summer wind, and the roaring

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CANADA DAY STREET DANCE BUDDY HOLLY HITS AND OTHER SONGS FROM THE 50’S AND 60’S

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aturday, July 1 will be a day to At noon the action will continue with the opening ceremonies at the Royal Canadian remember in Qualicum Beach Legion Branch 76 on Veteran's Way. as the town pulls out all the stops to celebrate the 150th A full day of family oriented activities and anniversary of the formation of Canada. musical entertainment will be take place on Veterans Way which will be closed to A number of special activities to mark our vehicular traffic. country’s milestone will take place on the streets of Qualicum Beach on Canada Day. Included is an historical walk The celebration through time in begins with a grand "If they are wearing red and Qualicum Beach parade led by the celebrating Qualicum Beach white poodle skirts … all the community Pipe Band at 9:30 better. I hope they go for it working together in a.m. because this is a party," the old Community The parade will Hall. travel from the Civic Zachary Stevenson ~ Singer, Songwriter The party will Center parking lot, continue into the left onto Jones St., evening with a Street Dance beginning right onto Second Ave., left onto Memorial at 6:30 p.m.

Ave., right onto Village Way, right onto Condor Close and into the KSS parking lot.

Sponsored by Quality Foods and the Town of Qualicum Beach, the street dance on At 10 a.m. there will be a special mural Veteran's Way features home grown talent unveiling at the Village Theatre located at Zachary Stevenson doing his Buddy Holly 110 W 2nd Ave. tribute.

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Warm up group Bruce Feltham & Friends will get the party started and Stevenson and his band will perform from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

People are welcome to bring their own chairs and the Legion beer garden will be open all evening for refreshments.

It has been a few years since Stevenson has performed in Qualicum Beach.

The singer, songwriter and actor who grew up in Qualicum Beach and graduated from Ballenas Secondary School in 1999, has starred as Buddy Holly hundreds of times.

His dynamic performances channel the spirit and sounds of a bygone era when bobby socks and saddle shoes were all the rage.

He said at the street dance he is going to perform Buddy Holly hits and other songs from the 50’s and 60’s.

Stevenson has done some outdoor events and festivals but admitted it is the first time he has ever done a street dance and he is looking forward to coming home and performing.

“It is always fun to play for a home town crowd. It has been a while since I have been in the area I grew up in. There will be lots of family there and friends coming to party.

It will be a great hullabaloo,” he exclaimed.

When Stevenson performed his Buddy Holly tribute at the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre years ago a crowd of dancers dressed in costumes of the era filled the dance floor and he said he doesn’t know what to expect this year.

“If they are wearing red and white poodle skirts … all the better. I hope they go for it because this is a party,” he emphasized.

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SUN JUN 18 Fathers Day Many Canadians observe Father’s Day on the third Sunday of June.

It is a day for people to show their appreciation for their fathers and father figures.

24th Annual Fathers Day Show N Shine 9:00am. 24th Annual Father’s Day Show ‘n Shine! Over 600 vehicles displayed right on the downtown streets of Qualicum Beach. 250752-8838

Moustache Father’s Day Family Swim 10:00am. Spend father’s day at Ravensong Aquatic Centre during the family swim with a moustache theme. Regular admission. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks 250-752-5014 or view skate and swim schedules online at rdn. bc.ca/recreation. Ravensong Aquatic Centre, 737 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-5014

Parksville Mini-Golf for Families Living with Autism 1:00pm. Families living with autism are invited to participate in a mini golf event that will provide a welcoming and under-

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standing environment to enjoy a round of mini golf alongside other families.

Families will be placed into one of the following time slots: 1pm / 2pm / 3pm / 4pm / 5pm.

No CAN membership required! If you’d like to RSVP for this event, please visit our website and submit the form prior to Friday, June 9th, at noon. 604-685-4049.

Riptide Lagoon, 1000 Resort Dr, Parksville.

Wildlife Lunch Sea Kayak Tour 10yrs+ 9:45pm. Come for a paddle in Nanoose where the curious harbour seals pop up their noses and sometimes even follow us as we kayak past their rocky haul-out. We stop for a picnic on the beach, so pack your lunch. Perfect for beginners, these tours include a certified guide, the kayak, gear and instruction in paddling strokes and safety procedures. No experience necessary. Double kayaks are available to paddle with a friend or younger family members. Children 10 year+ $79/person. Dorcas Point Road, Nanoose Bay. 250-248-3252

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8:00am Shriners Breakfast Starts 11:00am - 4:00pm Activities For more information call 250-738-2198 or visit www.qualicumbeach.com/beachday

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TUE JUN 20 The Flow of Life and the Dance of the Cosmos 9:30am. Join us for a 6 week program in spirituality featuring dynamic and interactive webcasts. Key speakers are Richard Rohr (Center for Action and Contempation), Cynthia Bourgeault (Contemplative Society) and William Paul Young (author of “The Shack”).

Participation is by donation with drop-ins welcome. 250-248-3114.

St Edmunds Anglican Church, 407 Wembley Rd, Parksville.

Movies at the PCCC A United Kingdom: (NR) Drama/Romance - June 19 3:30pm / June 20 1pm / June 21 3:30pm.

Last Word: (R) Musical - June 19 1pm / June 20 3:30pm / June 21 1pm.

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5:30pm. It’s that time of year to celebrate another amazing year for OWBN. We have a great evening planned, with lots of fun and prizes to be won. Oh yeah, and we’ll be doing elections that night as well. We have an amazing group of women who have put their names forward. If you’re interested in being a part of this dynamic board, please get your names in asap. $30 Members / $37 Nonmembers. Quality Resort Bayside, 240

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Longest Day of the Year Summer solstice 2017 in Northern Hemisphere will start at 9:30 pm. All times are in Pacific Time.

WED JUN 21 Movies at the PCCC A United Kingdom: (NR) Drama/Romance - June 19 3:30pm / June 20 1pm / June 21 3:30pm.

Last Word: (R) Musical - June 19 1pm / June 20 3:30pm / June 21 1pm.

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

250-248-6234

Longest Day of Play Picnic and Play 5:30pm. Celebrate the longest day of summer with an active picnic and play in a community park. Families are invited to come down to the park, join our summer leaders for some games, visit with friends, and celebrate the Longest Day of Play. Free. 250-248-3252 or rdn.bc.ca/recreation.

Parksville Community Park. 250-248-3252

Eaglecrest Garden Club Monthly Meeting 7:00pm. All welcome. guests $3. Speaker: Margot Moser, Master Gardener. Topic: Native Plant Beauties for small garden spaces non members $3. Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach.

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

A Forever Frozen Story 7:00pm. Enjoy an amazing and interactive largescale musical in the world of Hans Christian Andersen’s fascinating tale. Take part in a fantastic journey to the land of winter, a colourful adventure filled with original music, done in the most spectacular staging and presented in front of a dazzling decor. Along with tons of magical characters, your whole family is invited to travel in the heart of an imaginary and enchanted world of song, dance, laughter,

emotion and surprises!

Lighthouse Community Center, 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay. 1-855561-3602

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VIU’s Milner Gardens 7th Annual Fairy House Surprise 10:00am. June 22-25.

Do you believe in fairies? Meander the sun dappled shadows of Milner Gardens on your self-guided search for areas Fairy Houses may have magically appeared, in honour of International Fairy Day and Veronica Milner’s belief in fairies.

10am to 5pm, last entry 4:30pm. Milner Gardens & Woodland, 2179 West Island Highway, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6153

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JULY 1, 2017

ECHO PLAYERS MURAL THE 4.8 X 17 METRE, THREE-PART MURAL WAS PAINTED BY DAVID GOATLEY.

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giant mural depicting the history of the Echo Players theatre group is about to adorn the side wall of the Village

found the project near and dear to his heart and those who have been involved in the giant creation believe it shows the soul of the theatre group.

Theatre.

It is hoped Goatley's internationally The big reveal will take place at 10 a.m. known portrait skills will delight theatre on July 1 as part of Canada 150 celebrations goers who have enjoyed the productions in Qualicum Beach. put on by Echo Players over the years as they recognize the The 4.8-by-17 characters that have metre, three-part been portrayed mural was painted in comedies,

by David Goatley "The mural is sure to become a tragedies, musicals and illustrates landmark visual identification of and pantos. the wide variety the Town of Qualicum Beach" of performances Two of the HMS played out on the Pinafore sailors in Ken McCready ~ Director Preseident stage of the Village the mural are Echo theatre over the last Players founders, 20 years.

Paddy McGarrigle and Doug Klassen.

Goatley has been working on the montage of characters in the gym of the The mural also includes panels on either former French Creek Elementary School side of the central mural dedicated to those in Coombs over the past several months. who work behind the scenes.

One of the unique features of the mural Echo Players board of directors president is that the paintings of all 34 characters are Ken McCready said their photographer Don real portraits.

Emerson has helped Goatley tremendously Goatley a former set designer in England by providing photos.

“Don has played an important part in taking photos of productions and maintaining records of each production. The artist David and Don are both portrayed in the mural,” he said.

McCready said those who have seen the artwork are pleased the way they are being portrayed.

The mural is sure to become a landmark visual identification of the Town of Qualicum Beach and McCready said he believes it may inspire other mural projects in Oceanside.

“There are a number of towns where walls have been painted to liven the place up. It would be nice if our mural has a positive affect across Oceanside.”

Before the mural is attached to the theatre the roof of the building has to be waterproofed.

McCready said in order to keep the element of surprise for July 1, there will be curtains across the wall as the final touches are completed.

“Behind the curtains we will mount the mural piece by piece and then the artist will touch up the head of every screw. Once

that is done, extra coats of varnish will be applied to protect it from the sun and rain,” he explained.

To help pay for the project there will be a fundraising concert at Thalassa Restaurant at the Qualicum Beach Memorial Golf Course on June 30, the day before the unveiling featuring Dueling Pianos direct from Las Vegas.

The show will feature pianists Van Walraven and Lark Knowles who will also perform at the mural unveiling July 1.

Tickets for the 7:30 p.m. show are $50 and can be purchased at the theatre box office.

For more information on contributing to the project go to: https://fundrazr.com/ QualicumBeachWallMural.

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VILLAGE THEATRE 110 W 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach Visit www.echoplayers.ca

Story by BRENDA GOUGH

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whatsondigest.com // JUNE 2017 FRI JUN 23 Weight Watchers 9:00am. Weight Watchers Meetings are led by people who’ve succeeded on the program, so their expertise comes from real-life experience.

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

250-248-6234

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

Ed Pekeekoot, Cree Musician and Artist in Concert 7:00pm. Multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, and storyteller, ed peekeekoot is a skilled and seasoned performer.

He has a timeliness kind of cool that appeals to audiences of all ages. Ed’s performances go from blazing guitar work, to foot-stomping fiddle and haunting native flute, all sprinkled with his cree humour and philosophy.

He takes people on a wildly varied musical journey from country folk to classical and jazz. $15/$12 OCAC Members. McMillan Arts Centre, 133 McMillan Arts, Parksville. 250-248-8185

Music Trivia 7:00pm. Every Friday.

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PWA Pro Westling Live 7:00pm. VIP Doors Open at 6:30pm. General Admission Doors open at 7:00pm. Tickets availabe at Parksville Conference Centre $20 Front Row in advance | $15 General Admission in advance. $10 Youth in advance / +$5 to Add VIP / +$5 at the door.

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

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Rockland Moran 7:00pm. Rockland Moran is an original songwriter and seasoned performer, who has entertained audiences of all sizes for more than three decades. Smoke N Water Restaurant, 1-1600 Strougler Rd, Nanoose Bay. 250-468-7192

Kids Drama Day Camp Mon to Fri • Ages 6 - 12

JULY 24 TO JULY 28 9AM–5PM For information call 250-248-2348 Office open 9:00am to 12:00pm

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Kid’s Classes

AT TOSH ART CLASSES - JANICE ERWIN July 3-7 or July 24-28 A.M. - Creative Art Projects P.M. - Pianting techniques of old masters

ACTING CLASSES - JAY DOIGE July 10-14: Matilda July 31-Aug 4: The Pirates of the Caribbean Performance for parents on Fridays

PAINTING & CLAY CLASSES - LORI SORENSEN July 17-21 or Aug 7-11: A.M. - Drawing, Painting & Clay P.M. - Creating in Clay + $20 Clay Fee Painting and clay alternate in the second workshop

CALL FOR MORE DETAILS $65 PER WEEK (HALF DAYS) $130 PER WEEK (FULL DAYS) 122 Fern Road West, Qualicum Beach 250-752-6133 • www.theoldschoolhouse.org

SAT JUN 24 Qualicum Beach Farmers Market 8:30am. Open Year Round. You’ll find the best in fresh fruits, vegetables and berries, plants and cut flowers, fresh baked goods, jams and jellies, fish, chicken and pork, as well as a wide range of local crafts. Free. Qualicum Beach Community Hall, 644 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach.

Red Cross Emergency First Aid with AED/ CPR 14yrs+ 9:00am. This course

Register for summer camp Summer camps for the creative, sporty and outdoorsy child.

Pick up an active living guide today or view camps online.

Oceanside Place Arena 250-248-3252 Ravensong Aquatic Centre 250-752-5014 rdn.bc.ca/recreation

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SAT JUN 24 CONT... is designed to teach people about injury prevention. Home hazards, safety education, CPR, automated external defibrillation (AED), and first aid skills for common emergencies are all covered. Retraining is recommended every three years. Qualicum Commons, Saturday June 24th from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Cost is $84. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks at 250-248-3252 to preregister. View recreation programs online at rdn. bc.ca/recreation. Qualicum Commons, 744 Primrose, Qualicum Beach. 250-248-3250

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9:00am. Men’s and Ladies’ doubles. This event is open to all comers. Fee: $10/participant. Fee includes prizes, refreshments and lunch. Registration deadline Wednesday, June 21, 2017. More info: arrowsmithtennis. ca under “Tournaments.” $10/participant. Springwood Park, Despard Ave, Parksville. 250248-7280

Errington Farmers Market 10:00am. From May through September, Every Saturday 10am-1pm in Errington’s Community Park. Live music, fresh food,plants, artisans and children’s booths - the market in the trees where friends and neighbours meet.

Errington Park, 1390 Errington Rd, Errington.

250-586-0099

Nanoose Bay Art in the Garden 10:00am. June 24 & 25.

Join us for a fun filled weekend of music and art on 9 acres of beautiful private gardens. This is the 8th Annual event with over 85 artisans and live musical performances all weekend long. You will find everything from pottery to painting, textile arts to sculpture, Art in the Garden offers a little bit of everything, for everyone. Admission is by cash donation with the proceeds going to Nanoose Community Services Food Bank.

Come walk the garden, and be inspired! Donation. Private Residence, 2525 Northwest Bay Rd, Nanoose Bay. 250-7291529

Mind Body Spirit Expo 2017 10:00am. Crystals, Jewellery, Natural Health Products, Iridology, Physic circle, Readers, Essential Oils, Energy Builders, Colour Therapy, Natural Pain Relief, and much more. Come join us for the show that will lift your spirit.!!! For more information check out: www.oceansidemindbodyspirit.com Admission $5 (donated to Manna Society). Curling Club Arena - Parksville Main Beach. 250-2405512

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JULY 1, 2017 PARKSVILLE

CANADA DAY t is one of the biggest July 1 celebrations on Vancouver Island and attendees can expect Canada Day in Parksville to be epic this year especially since the country is celebrating its 150th anniversary.

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From the pancake breakfast and parade, through the live music and fireworks, Parksville’s biggest party of the year is chock-a-block full of activities and will culminate with a fireworks extravaganza over the bay.

It starts with the big parade at 10 a.m. which winds up at noon when opening

winding up at 11:15 p.m.

The main stage will be rocking on July 1 with several local musicians as well as The Boom Booms, an amazing group from Vancouver that is sure to create a perfect summer musical festival atmosphere.

Touted as one of the best dance bands around, The Maloomba Boogie Band will be the first group to hit the stage at 12:45 p.m.

Next up will be Nanaimo’s La Familia with some upbeat Latin-American rhythms.

Vinyl Feedback will then deliver some rock-n-roll covers from that past few decades of popular music. This power trio out of Parksville features Shane Smith on lead vocals and guitar, Roger Riche on backup vocals and bass, and Jay Smith holding down the beats on the drums.

From 5 – 6 p.m. PK Tessmann, a fixture in

"The park will be buzzing with family activities all day and for those who enjoy live music there will be a variety of bands throughout the day ceremonies, including a cake cutting take place at Parksville Community Park.

The park will be buzzing with family activities all day and for those who enjoy live music there will be a variety of bands throughout the day starting at 12:45 and

the Vancouver Island indie-folk community will share her well-crafted, original songs.

Tessmann’s bold, multi-faceted voice along with her ukulele and acoustic guitar skills have been impressing crowds for more than 18 years.

Country music fans will enjoy Jayden Holman from Nanaimo. He will perform his original music as well as some country rock pop covers.

The Moonshine Mollys will keep the country genre going when they perform from 7:45 – 9 p.m.

Headliners The Boom Booms will hit the stage at 9:15 and play until 10:15. They will take a break for the fireworks and then end the party with a set from 10:45 to 11:15 p.m.

Their live show has more energy than a hurricane and when The Boom Booms headline at Parksville Community Park, the concert will no doubt be just as explosive as the fireworks that follow their performance.

The Vancouver based indie soul band has been making original music since 2008 and

gathering a huge loyal fan base over the years.

The band mates have been friends since early childhood and their camaraderie is played out on stage during their live performances.

Roots, soul, hip hop, folk and dance are just a few of the genres their music incorporates and while their sound is always changing one thing that remains constant is their energetic vibe.

To say The Boom Booms have fun when they perform is an understatement and they will no doubt have the crowd up out of their lawn chairs on July 1.

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PARKSVILLE Visit www.parksvillechamber.com Story by BRENDA GOUGH

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SAT JUN 24 CONT... exiting double header!

Cheer on the Parksville Royals as they take on the visiting North Shore Twins. Royals Field, 450 Despard Ave, Parksville.

Eastbound Train 7:00pm. East Bound Train is an energetic new band on Nanaimo’s music scene with a unique smoky country/rockabilly sound; led by a charismatic female vocal duo with tight harmonies, supported by a Kickin band of extremely talented musicians with over 130 years of combined stage experience! Smoke N Water Restaurant,1-1600 Strougler Rd, Nanoose Bay. 250-468-7192

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

W, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-9111

Sunset Paddle Sea Kayak Tour 10yrs+ 7:30pm. Paddle into the glow of the setting sun, breathe deep and relax. Perfect for beginners, these tours include a certified guide, the kayak, gear and instruction in paddling strokes and safety procedures.

No experience is necessary. Double kayaks are available to paddle with a friend or younger family members. Children 10 years+ are welcome to register and attend with an adult. Cost $52/ person. Terrien Road, Nanoose Bay. 250-2483252

SUN JUN 25 Red Cross Standard First Aid with AED/ CPR C 13yrs+ 9:00am. June 24 & 25.

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that includes training in cardio pulmonary resuscitation level C, automated external defibrillation, injury prevention, first aid treatment of shock, bleeding, broken bones and more. This is a pre-requisite for National Lifeguard certification.

Cost is $155.35. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks at 250-248-3252 to pre-register. Qualicum Commons, 744 Primrose St, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-5014

Parksville Royals vs.

Coquitlam Reds 10:00am & 12:30pm. An exiting double header!

Cheer on the Parksville Royals as they take on the visiting Coquitlam Reds. Royals Field, 450 Despard Ave, Parksville.

Qualicum Beach Evening Sea Kayak Tour 10yrs+ 6:15pm. We paddle

along the shoreline with breathtaking views of the Coast Mountains, and meander up the Qualicum River on the look-out for birds and other creatures. Perfect for beginners, these tours include a certified guide, the kayak, gear and instruction in paddling strokes and safety procedures. No experience is necessary. Double kayaks are available to paddle with a friend or younger family member. Children 10 year+ can register and attend with Adult. $52/ person, http://www. rdn.bc.ca/recreation.

Surfside Drive. 250248-3252

MON JUN 26 Arrowsmith Naturalists 7:00pm. Speaker: Don Hare - Exec Director of Coastal Invasive Spe-

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MON JUN 26 CONT... cies Committee. Subject: ‘What are Invasive species and Why should we care’. Presentation will include PQB priority concerns and action being taken to address these. Non-members welcome by donation.

Knox United Church, 345 Pym St, Parksville.

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TUE JUN 27 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.

250-668-8796. The Rod & Gun Pub, 163 Alberni Hwy, Parksville.

WED JUN 28 Michael Patrick 7:00pm. Michael Patrick, jazz guitarist and vocalist, sings beautiful covers from the great American Songbook.

Smoke N Water Restaurant,1-1600 Strougler Rd, Nanoose Bay. 250-4687192

THU JUN 29 The Jagsters 7:00pm. Upbeat folk and rock. Deez Bar & Grill, 3353 Island Hwy W, Qualicum Beach. 250752-8055

FRI JUN 30 Weight Watchers 9:00am. Weight Watchers Meetings are led by people who’ve succeeded on the program, so their expertise comes from real-life experience.

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

250-248-6234

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Water Wars Day Everyone Welcome Swim 1:30pm. The Jedi lifeguards summon you to Ravensong Aquatic Centre to celebrate the first day of summer vacation.

Take part in games and activities in this galactic adventure swim. May the force be with you.

Reduced rate admission.

Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks 250-752-5014 or view skate and swim schedules online at rdn. bc.ca/recreation. Adults Seniors: $4 Children/ Youth: $2. Ravensong Aquatic Centre, 737 Jones St, Qualicum Beach.

SAT JUL 1 Canada Day 150

7:00pm. Every Friday.

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

A federal statutory holiday, it celebrates the anniversary of the July 1, 1867, enactment of the Constitution Act.

Oceanside Stroke Recovery Society

Parksville Canada Day

11:00am. Providing professional therapy sessions - physical exercise, speech, music and art therapy and caregivers’ counselling. St. Columbia Church Hall, 921 Wembley Mall, Parksville. 250-248-9994

7:00am. 7:30am Shriners Pancake Breakfast in the Coastal Community Credit Union Parking Lot. 10:00am The Parade starts. Pioneer Cres to Parksville Community & Conference Centre.

Community Park for a

full day of entertainment. 12:00pm Opening ceremonies12:30pm to dusk, featuring a variety of talent and headliners at 9:00pm10:15pm Thrifty Foods Fireworks Spectacular. 250-2483613

Qualicum Beach Canada Day 8:00am. Celebrations begins with a Grand Parade and the unveiling of the Echo Theatre Mural. Opening ceremonies at the RCL #76 on Veteran’s Way at noon.

Family oriented activities and musical entertainment on Veterans Way all afternoon. A Historical Walk Through Time in Qualicum Beach in the old Community Hall. A street dance, on Veteran’s Way sponsored by the Town of Qualicum Beach and Quality Foods highlighting Zachary Stephenson of Buddy Holly fame, will begin at 6:30pm.

DeCosmos Fine Art Society Summer Show 2017 Our Canada 1:00pm. An exceptional collection of original art!

Opening reception July 1, 1-3pm. July 1 to 29, Tuesday - Sunday 10-4pm. at the MAC. McMillan Arts

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Canada Day Fireworks Sea Kayak Tour 10yrs+ 8:30pm. A special way to celebrate Canada. We will paddle off the Parksville shoreline and watch the spectacular fireworks display from the water. Perfect for beginners, these tours include a certified guide, the kayak, gear and instruction in paddling strokes and safety procedures.

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DeCosmos Fine Art Society Summer Show 2017 Our Canada 1:00pm. An exceptional collection of original art!

Opening reception July 1, 1-3pm. July 1 to 29, Tuesday - Sunday 10-4pm. at the MAC. McMillan Arts Centre, 133 McMillan Arts, Parksville. 250248-8185

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The audience would be different each week, so the magician allowed himself to do the same tricks over and over again. There was only one problem: The captain’s parrot saw the shows each week and began to understand how the magician did every trick.

Once he understood he started shouting in the middle of the show: “Look, it’s not the same hat” “Look, he is hiding the flowers under the table” “Hey, why are all the cards the Ace of Spades ?” The magician was furious but couldn’t do anything; it was, after all, the captain’s parrot. One day the ship had an accident and sank. The magician found himself on a piece of wood in the middle of the ocean with the parrot, of course.

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LIVE MUSIC THU JUN 1

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

Lazy Mike Trio 7:00pm. Deez Bar & Grill, Qualicum. 250323-3298

Open Mic 7:30pm. Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 FRI JUN 2

Lazy Mike & Dan Dube Duo 7:00pm. Smoke n Water, Nanoose. 250-323-3298

Doctors of Rock n Roll

8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub. 250-248-3713 SAT JUN 3

A Joyful Ring Hand Bell Concert

WED JUN 7

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

Michael Patrick 7:00pm. Smoke N Water, Nanoose. 250-468-7192 THU JUN 8

Joe Stanton 7:00pm. Smoke N Water, Nanoose. 250-468-7192

Open Mic 7:30pm. Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 FRI JUN 16

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

Libery Hounds 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub. 250-248-3713 SAT JUN 17

Open Mic

Uke-Stravanganza!

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

6:30pm. McMillan Arts Centre, Parksville. 250248-8185

SAT JUN 10

Dennis Fox and the Real Deal 7:00pm. The Shady Rest, Qualicum. 250-752-9111

The Enablers

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

From The Heart Music of Romance

1:00pm. Knox United Church, Parksville. 250248-3927

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

7:00pm. St Marks Anglican Church, Qualicum.

250-947-9755

Glen Foster Group

Identity Crisis

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

Real Deal

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

The Jazzalele Trio 7:00pm. Smoke N Water, Nanoose. 250-468-7192 SUN JUN 4

Nanaimo Chamber Orchestra 2:30pm. St. Marks Anglican Church, Qualicum.

250-752-4836 TUE JUN 6

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

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

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

TUE JUN 13

WED JUN 21

Xtreme Karaoke

Live Music Jam

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

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

WED JUN 14

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

Michael Patrick 7:00pm. Smoke N Water, Nanoose. 250-468-7192 THU JUN 15

Easy Street Duo 7:00pm. Deez Bar & Grill, Qualicum. 250752-8055

Michael Patrick 7:00pm. Smoke N Water, Nanoose. 250-4687192

A Forever Frozen Story 7:00pm. Lighthouse Community Center. 1-855-5613602 THU JUN 22

FRI JUN 23

Ed Pekeekoot 7:00pm. McMillan Arts Centre, Parksville. 250248-8185

Rockland Moran 7:00pm. Smoke N Water, Nanoose. 250-468-7192 SAT JUN 24

Eastbound Train 7:00pm. Smoke N Water, Nanoose. 250-468-7192

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

Star69

8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub. 250-248-3713 WED JUN 28

Live Music Jam 6:00pm. Shady Rest, Qualicum. 250-752-9111 7:00pm. Smoke N Water, Nanoose. 250-468-7192

Michael Patrick

THU JUN 29

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

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

Journeymen

8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub. 250-248-3713 SAT JUL 1

Parksville Canada Day 12:00pm. Parskville Community Park. 250-248-3613

Open Mic

Qualicum Canada Day

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

6:30pm.

Beach.

Qualicum

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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

Vortex Dancing

Fun Bridge

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

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

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

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

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

250-248-6644

EVERY TUESDAY

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

TOPS Qualicum

Better Body's Fitness

Bingo

Mind in Motion

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

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

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

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

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

Family Night

Yoga at Eaglecrest

4:30pm. SOS Centre.

Parksville. 250-248-2093

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

Qigong

Better Body's Fitness

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

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

Belly Dancing 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Seniors Badminton

6:00pm. Qualicum Beach.

250-752-3750

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

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

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

EVERY FRIDAY All Levels Yoga 8:45am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-654-2273

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

TOPS Nanoose Bay

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

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

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

EVERY SATURDAY Qualicum Beach Farmers Market

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

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

Weight Watchers

Level 2 Yoga

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

50+ Levels Yoga

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

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

Teen Nite

Stroke Recovery

PYM High School

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

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

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

Belly Dancing-Qualicum

Members Only Darts

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

Men's Pool

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

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

Bingo

EVERY THURSDAY

4:30pm. Qualicum Beach.

250-752-3750

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

Members Zumba Gold

Rainbow Stew Cloggers

Oceanside Floor Curling

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

5:00pm. Nanoose Place.

250-228-9057

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

Yoga at Eaglecrest

Yoga Core Strength

Bridge

Poetry In Motion

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

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

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

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

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

Ballroom/Latin Classes

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

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

Farmhouse Cafe 250-248-5519

Serious Coffee 250-586-0188

French Creek Bakery 250-248-2080

Shanna’s Place 250-248-4009

French Press Cafe 250-752-0021

Ship & Shore Cafe 250-757-8399

Frosteez 250-752-9281

Silly-Yak Bakery 250-752-8697

HeBrews Cafe 250-954-3343

Starbucks Coffee 250-248-9720

Island SodaWorks 250-203-1072

Stellario’s Italian Caffe 250-954-0255

Karma Coffee House 250-248-7312

Taste Cafe & Bistro 250-586-8676

Little Qualicum Cheeseworks 250-954-3931

Thrifty Foods 250-248-8823

Log Cabin Ice Cream 250-248-2868

Tim Hortons 250-248-0094

Milner House Tea Room 250-752-6153

Tomm’s Village Foods 250-757-8944

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

Weinberg’s Good Food 250-335-1534

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

Cockney Pride 250-752-6322

Qualicum Beach Bakery 250-752-6143

Cone Zone 250-752-2003

Quality Foods

Coombs Emporium Cafe 250-248-5895

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

Coombs Ice Cream 250-248-6272

Riptide Lagoon 250-248-8290

Country Pies in Coombs 250-248-6415

Riso Bakery, Café & Bistro 250-390-0777

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

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

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

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

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

Bamboo Garden 250-248-3323

Sushi Ichi 250-954-2020

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

Bangkok Thai Restaurant 250-248-4860

Sushi Sakura Japan 250-203-1072

Gary's Bistro 250-752-5800

Bavarian Sausage House 250-248-0439

Final Approach Restaurant 250-752-8966

Bistro 694 250-752-0301

Fish Tales Cafe 250-752-6053

British Bobby Restaurant 250-954-3232

McDonald’s 250-248-8885

Butlers at the Mansion 250-752-5776

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

Cedars Restaurant & Lounge 250-248-2333

Morningstar Golf 800-567-1320

Chameleons 250-586-5500

Pheasant’s Nest Restaurant 250-752-0117

China Garden Restaurant 250-954-2202

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

Cuckoo Trattoria & Pizzeria 250-248-6280

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

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

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

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

Cview Restaurant & Lounge 250-752-6914

Papa Gino’s Pizzeria 250-586-2121

Giovanni’s Ristorante 250-752-6693

Pizza Connection 250-951-2112

Henry’s Kitchen Restaurant 250-757-8288

Pizza Fresh 250-586-2013

Kalvas Restaurant 250-248-6933

Pizza Hut 250-248-8130

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

Poppa’s Pizza 250-248-9121

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

Sushi Deco 250-586-3290

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

Sushi Hama 250-594-9961

Upper Deck Sports Bar 250-248-8333

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