March 2015 Issue 3:6

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CELEBRATING NATURE page 8

THE WONDERS OF NATURE page 16

CaN’T MiSS eVeNTS This month, we personally selected what we feel are six “Can’t Miss” events happening in the Oceanside area. We hope you enjoy them as much as we know we will.

MARCH - APRIL BRANT WILDLIFE FESTIVAL

FRI MAR 6 MATUTO

Community festival celebrates nature, particularly the arrival of Brant geese on the shores of Parksville and Qualicum Beach. 1-866-288-7878

The sounds of Carnival in Brazil merge into Mardi Gras in New Orleans. All ages dance at Errington Hall. 250-248-5106 (pg. 10)

SAT MAR 7 4TH ANNUAL ALL SPRUNG OUT

THU MAR 12 KSS PRESENTS COOL JAZZ

The perfect event to celebrate all the amazing feelings Spring brings. Parksville Community Centre. 250-937-0999 (pg. 10)

A night of live music, featuring Project 8 and KSS Jazz groups. Qualicum Beach Civic Centre.

250-752-5651 (pg. 12)

SAT MAR 14 VINTAGE FASHION SHOW & TEA

SAT MAR 21 JAZZ CABARET

Beautiful ensembles presented by Merlyn Patten, a fundraiser for YoungLife in Qualicum Beach.

Village Way. 250-752-3427 (pg. 12)

An evening of jazz featuring Ana Velinova with Ron Hadley on piano. TOSH Arts Centre. 250752-6133 (pg. 20)

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FEATURES Celebrating Nature 8 10 Live Theatre 14 The Wonders of Nature 16 What’s On Outdoors 22 Fashion & Services Showcase SECTIONS 4 March 2015 Events 26 Every Week Events 28 What's On Screen 29 Live Music 30 Restaurant Directory ALSO INSIDE Trivia Questions 5 6 What's The Dif 28 Dinner & Movie Contest

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MARCH 2015

events SuN Mar 1 Brant Wildlife Festival This community festival celebrates nature, particularly the arrival of Brant geese on the shores of Parksville and Qualicum Beach. 1-866-288-7878

Brantastic Observation Tour 9:00am. Experience the abundance and diversity of natural habitats and species in the ParksvilleQualicum Beach Wildlife Management Area.

(9am-1pm). Pacific Rainforest Adventure Tours.

Pre-register $30. Leaves Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 Jensen Ave, Parksville.

250-248-3667

Spring Sundays 11:00am. Enjoy the early spring bulbs every Sunday at Milner Gardens (until Mar 29). Last entry at 3pm. Tea Room

open until 3pm for soup and scones. Milner Gardens & Woodland, 2179 W Island Hyw, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-8573

Free Family Skate 12:15pm. Courtesy of Parksville Lion’s and Save-on-Foods. Mar. 1 & 8 (12:15-1:45pm). Free admission & skate rentals.

Children accompanied by an adult, 19 years or older.

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

Drop-in Tennis 1:00pm. Everyday during March. (1-4pm) Springwood Park, 450 Despard Ave. 250-248-7280

Help Grant Help kevin Fundraiser 1:00pm. Local musicians & a comedian, raising money for a local man taking care of a friend with terminal brain cancer. Prizes donated for a

Chinese Auction, each valued from $50-$200.

Draws, & beer & burger special. Rod & Gun Pub, 163 Alberni Hwy, Parksville. 250-741-7886

ECHO Players present: The Last Romance 2:00pm. Village Theatre, 110 W 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250752-3522

Sunday Afternoon Old Time Dance 2:30pm. First Sunday Every Month. All ages. $2.50 pp, includes snacks. Great music, many dance styles.

Rotary House, 211 Fern Road, Qualicum Beach.

250-586-3743

The Wonders of Life 3:00pm. presented by The Sarah M. Woods Ensemble, a collection of her original musical compositions. $12 or $10 OCAC members, avail. at the MAC. McMillan Arts Centre, 133 McMillan St, Parksville 250-248-8185

MON Mar 2 Dolphin Tales Preschool Registration 9:00am. A licensed Reggio Emilia and Inclusive Preschool for children 3-5 years of age. Call for more information.

Dolphin Tales, 502 Bay Avenue, Parksville. 250951-0887

Lighthouse Seniors #152 11:30am. Meet the 1st Mon. of each month.

Lighthouse Community Centre, 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Beach. 250757-9536

Lifetree Cafe 7:00pm. Every Mon. An hour of stories and conversation to feed your soul. Free event with coffee, tea and snacks provided. Our Saviour Lutheran Church, 795 Island Hwy W, Parksville.

250-248-6644

Youth Drop-In Hockey Non-contact hockey for all skill levels. Helmets are mandatory. Boys & girls welcome. On ice supervision is provided.

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5 Free admission and skate rentals! 13-15 years of age. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 W. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250248-3252

Tue Mar 3 Bosley’s Seniors Day First Tue of each month.

Seniors receive 5% Off Food & Litter and 10% Off Accessories. Bosley’s Pet Food Plus, #108-280 E. Island Hwy, Parksville.

250-248-2673

Caregivers Support Group

370 Crome Point Rd, Bowser. 250-740-6611

11:30am. Who Is My Neighbour? Breaking Down Barriers, until Mar 24. Lunch 11:30am/Lecture 12pm. Jacob Gair, Local School Trustee At 20 Yrs Of Age “Valuing Our Youth”. $10/lecture at the door. Knox United Church, 345 Pym Street, Parksville.

250-586-7080

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Dads Night Out: Free Skate Night

10:00am. If you look after someone with a chronic condition, then this drop-in group is for you. Hosted by Clinical Counselor, Allison Reeves. (free) Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville.

250-951-0243

6:30pm. Dads, bring the kids to Oceanside Place Arena and enjoy a free skate together on the pond. This free skate is sponsored by our partners at Building Learning Together. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 West Island Hwy, Parksville.

250-248-3252

High Tea by the Sea

Rock & Gem Club

11:00am. Every Tues. in March & April. Includes goodies prepared by our chef. Please reserve one day in advance. Deep Bay Marine Field Station,

7:00pm. Meetings on first Tue of each month (no meeting in Jun, Jul & Aug). Arrowsmith Hall, 1014 Ford Rd, Coombs.

250-248-6177

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What was the first James Bond film?

What is the Capital of Ethiopia?

What is Orchesis?

What is the largest state in the USA? Who wrote The Man In The Iron Mask?

Answers found in this issue

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Parksville Lions Club 7:00pm. Meetings on 1st and 3rd Tue of each month. Lions Pioneer Village, 241 Moilliet St, Parksville. 250-586-7080

Oceanside Prostate Support Group.

7:00pm. First Tues. of each month. Those newly diagnosed or affected, their family & friends are welcome. The Gardens, 650 Berwick North, Qualicum Beach. 250752-7489

Wed Mar 4 OROI Business Networking 6:45am. Every Wed. Weekly Business Networking breakfasts. Full buffet breakfast provided. Guests welcome, but please RSVP. Sunrise Ridge, 1175 Resort Drive, Parksville. 250-248-4674

March Exhibitions at the MAC 10:00am. Three talented artists who focus on detail and texture on display Tues.-Sat. 10am-4pm.

Mar 4-28) Opening Reception March 7, 1-3pm McMillan Arts Centre, 133 McMillan St, Parksville. 250-248-8185

Oceanside Village Artists Market 10:00am. Tues-Sun. A collection of metal, paintings, jewelry, stone, pottery, wood & photography from over 50 is-

land artists. Oceanside Village Art Gallery, 101A1080 Resort Way, Parksville. 250-752-9332

Memoir Writing for Beginners 10:30am. Every Wed. (Mar 4, 11, 18) FreeWorkshop Series. No writing experience required. Lighthouse Community Centre, 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Beach. 778-427-9002

Women’s Wealth Wednesdays

Parkinsons Disease Exercise Class

6:30pm. 1st Wed. of the month. Financial Information Sessions for Women. $10.00 at the door. McMillan Arts Centre (The MAC), 133 McMillan St, Parksville.

250-248-8185

1:30pm. Every Thurs.

An exercise class specifically designed for those with PD. Fluid Fitness Studio, #5-1176 Franklins Gull, Parksville.

250-927-4595

Oceanside Photographers Club

1:30pm. Singing in French every Wed. from 1:30-3:30pm. Call for location. Contact Suzanne 250-248-8714

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

Dine for Nature

Thu Mar 5

Nous Chantons

5:00pm. Every Wed. in March. 15% of sales donated to Brant Festival. Reserve by calling.

Pacific Prime Restaurant at The Beach Club Resort, 181 Beachside Drive, Parksville. 250947-2109

Ballenas Fashion Show 6:00pm. Enjoy an evening of fashion featuring local clothing stores from Parksville, Qualicum and Nanaimo. Benefitting Ballenas Dry Grad 2015.

Cheer on the grads as they model the latest fashions for you!, $12, Seniors/children (under 12) $6. Parksville Community Centre, 132 Jensen Avenue, Parksville.

250-951-6710

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

Beating the Blues 11:00am. A 10-week educational support group that offers proven approaches to improving depression and increasing joy in life. Contact Stephanie for more details. Pre-registration is required. Sliding scale.

Stephanie Peter Counselling, #214-198 East Island Highway, Parksville.

250-937-1223

Coffee with Council 2:00pm. Every Thursday in March. Parksville City Hall, 100 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-248-6144

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

Guest Speakers from the Sea Among Us. 7:00pm. every Thursday in March and April (7-9pm) with dinner at 5:30pm. Deep Bay Marine Field Station, 370 Crome Point Road, Bowser. 250-740-6611

Oceanside Breast Cancer Support Group 7:00pm. 1st Thurs. of each month. The Gardens, 650 Berwick North, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-8066

Newcomers Club 7:00pm. Meetings on 1st Thurs. of month.

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

250-248-6234

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CELEBRATING

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celebration of nature is Brant, coffee beans are a breathing organic creation of nature and need to be treated underway in Oceanside! with respect.

The Brant Wildlife Festival and Coyote’s Coffee Roastery He said that Coyote’s is committed to have created a signature blend of gourmet offering only fair-trade, organic coffee coffee beans to pay tribute to the stars of beans from different countries around the festival... the Brant geese. the world.

The coffee company which is located in They purchase green beans from worldthe Parksville industrial park only roasts renown estates, stressing the importance organic, fair trade beans and owner Philip of fair trade practices and organic, Perry says since bird-friendly their coffee is bird cultivation. friendly it’s a great Through well ...$2 from the way to support the controlled, smallsale of each bag festival. batch roasting, of their Brant Perry and his the green beans wife Nancy are are prepared with signature blend donating $2 from care and attention coffee to the the sale of each to detail.

Brant Festival... bag of their Brant Even more signature blend impressive is the coffee to the Brant fact that the beans Festival which are roasted by the world's most efficient celebrates the bird’s visit to our shores roaster. through March and April.

Perry is proud to show off their Loring The Brant have very specific needs Smart Roaster because it is the greenest during their short stay and Oceanside’s and most efficient coffee roaster in the shoreline provides an essential stopover world. for the water bird population.

“We exceed environmental After leaving Mexico the Brant fly requirements. It uses less than a quarter non-stop close to the shoreline, making of the energy needed by similar-sized a pit stop to refuel their fat and energy roasters. It has a built-in incinerator so it levels before continuing to Alaska and is smokeless and odourless. There is no the Canadian arctic. smell or debris going into the atmosphere.

Perry pointed out that just like the It is 85% carbon emission free,” Perry

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TASTINGS FREE TEA & COFFEE in April 1-4 pm

Every Saturday High-end organic teas & artisan organic coffee micro roasted locally.

explained.

He said acquiring the state-of-the-art roaster is part of their commitment and willingness to move towards a carbon neutral footprint as well as providing customers with the best tasting coffee.

Coyote’s is so proud of their products they regularly invite coffee lovers to put their taste buds to the test with free coffee and tea tastings.

Perry said they offered the experience in January and will be doing it again every Saturday in April from 1-4 p.m.

“It gives people an opportunity to try different blends of coffee and tea without knowing what they are. They do it blind and after they taste five different ones they can tell which one is more to their liking.”

If you want to taste some of their quality java this month, drop by Coyote’s at #301499 Huntley Road where you will be guaranteed a fresh cup of the finest coffee around.

Perry is also happy to let customers check out the warehouse and watch the roaster in action. more information

Coyote's Coffee Roastery #30-1499 Huntley Road, Parksville Visit online coyotescoffee.ca 250-619-9296 Story by BRENDA GOUGH

COYOTE’S COFFEE Tue-Sat 9am-4:30pm

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THE PREMIER HEALTH FAIR IN THE MID ISLAND REGION Sat, March 28 • 10am - 4pm Sun, March 29 • 10am - 3pm Free Admission Seminars, exhibits, demos, food, and fun.

Parksville Community & Conference Centre 132 East Jensen Avenue

www.oceansidehealthfair.ca

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Fri Mar 6 Northwest Bay PROBUS Club

april 9 – 26, 2015

The Full Treatment A Fun Filled Comedy

by Linda Attley

ECHO Players upcoming production is a rich, funny, bittersweet story about the efforts of an editor and staff of a failing English county newspaper to regenerate their readership. The plot involves bringing a very sweet elderly farm couple, about to celebrate their 80th wedding anniversary, to a London hotel, treat them to a wonderful dining experience, have them meet celebrities while the staff write up glowing reports accompanied by endearing photos.

All guaranteed hopefully to increase sales and popularity of the tiny paper. Unfortunately, as the special weekend begins, plans slowly disintegrate. ECHO Players’ The Full Treatment by Michael Brett and directed by Gerri Hemphill runs from April 9th to April 26th at the Village Theatre in Qualicum Beach. more information

Box Office Opens March 24th Tickets: Village Theatre Box Office 110 W. 2nd Avenue, Qualicum Beach Call 250-752-3522 or visit echoplayers.ca

9:15am. First Fri. each month. All Welcome!

St Mary’s Anglican Church, 2600 Powder Point Road, Nanoose Bay. 250-821-9957

Free Technology Workshop 9:30am. Electronic Library Services. Ever wondered how to get access to all those electronic books? The library offers a number of services related to ebooks, audio books, magazines and video/ film. Family Place, 494 Bay Avenue, Parksville.

250-947-8258

Schools Out Everyone Welcome Skate 1:30pm. School is out but skating is in. (1:30-3:00 pm) Regular admission.

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

Music Heals 5:00pm. A Night for Music, Beer & a Burger.

The Gardens recently received a $10,000 Music Therapy Grant from the Music Heals Foundation and we would like to thank & support them by hosting Fundraiser, Silent Auction. Tix at The Gardens at Qualicum Beach. $20 (includes burger & glass of wine or beer). Thalassa Restaurant & Lounge, 469 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-738-2253

Celebrating International Womens Day! 6:30pm. Open to all guests and promises to be an entertaining and informative event. Tickets $35 pp. Kickstart Fitness, 1530 Springhill Road, Parksville.

250-390-9285

Beach Flicks presents: Wadjda 7:00pm. Rebellious Saudi

girl enters Koranrecitation competition hoping to win money for her own bike. $6 per seat. Eaglecrest Golf Course, 2035 Island Hwy W, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6311

Music Trivia 7:00pm. Every Friday.

French Creek Marine Pub, 3109 W Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-752-9111

Matuto - Live from New York!

8:30pm. All Ages Dance.

The sounds of Carnival in Brazil merge into Mardi Gras in New Orleans.

Tix $20 avail. at Cranky Dog Music in Parksville, Heaven on Earth in Qualicum and Errington Store. Tix $10, 6-12yrs $5 at the door, 5yrs & under free. Errington Hall, 1390 Errington Road, Errington. 250-248-5106

Sat Mar 7 Farmers Market 8:30am. Every Sat. Veterans Way at Memorial Ave. Qualicum Beach.

250-240-1233

4th Annual All Sprung Out 9:30am. Free educational workshops, vendors from all over Vancouver Island and beyond. Admission is $3 with $1 going directly to a local charity.

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

250-937-0999

MAC Exhibits Opening Reception 1:00pm. Presenting work by three very talented artists who focus on detail and texture. Everyone is welcome, drop in and meet the artists and enjoy complimentary refreshments. McMillan Arts Centre, 133 McMillan St, Parksville.

250-248-8185

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Turkey dinner, stuffing & all the trimmings, homemade pie, coffee & tea!, $20, Seniors(65+) $15, Kids (6-12) $10, 5 & under free. Arrowsmith Hall, 1014 Ford Rd, Coombs. 250-248-4458

Brant Wildlife Festival 25th Anniversary Celebration 5:00pm. Hosted by the Nature Trust of BC. Pasta dinner, music, silent auction and nature photo displays. Tickets $30 avail. at the Quality Resort Bayside. Quality Resort Bayside, 240 Dogwood St, Parksville.

1-866-288-7878

1st Annual Night Glow Golf 6:45pm. Delicious Buffet Dinner 5pm, Head off to Tee Boxes 6:45pm, Shot Gun Start 7pm. Dessert & coffee, fantastic Prizes and the best golf stories!

Bring your own flashlight.

Glow balls & Glow sticks provided. Call Pro Shop to reserve, $29 Members ~ $39 Non Members, Arrowsmith Golf & Country Club, 2250 Fowler Road, Qualicum Beach. 250752-9727 ext.3

Coffee House 7:30pm. Open stage format. Coffee & treats available. Doors open at 7pm., Admission $5 at the door. Errington Hall, 1390 Errington Road, Errington. 250-248-5106

SuN Mar 8 Int’l Women’s Day Observed since the 1900’s and celebrated around the world each year, International Women’s Day (IWD) helps mark the economic, political and social achievements of women.

Pancake Breakfast & Flea Market 8:00am. 2nd Sun. of every month from 8am till noon. All cooked up for fundraising by local non profit community groups. Lighthouse Community Centre, 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay. 778-424-9900

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International Women’s Day - Advancing Womens Equality 2:00pm. Free Public Forum with Federal candidates for Courtenay to Alberni. Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250752-5947

MON Mar 9 Canadian Federation of University Women 7:00pm. Interesting programs, refreshments.

All welcome. Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, 747 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach. 250-248-5142

Youth Drop-In Hockey 7:45pm. Non-contact hockey for all skill levels.

Helmets are mandatory.

Boys & girls welcome.

Free admission and skate rentals! 13-15 years of age. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 W. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250248-3252

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Tue Mar 10 Knox Spring Lecture Series 2015 11:30am. Who Is My Neighbour? Breaking Down Barriers. Tues, Feb 24-Mar 24. Lunch at 11:30am / Lecture at 12pm. Julianne Kasmer, Chaplain, Our Place Society “My Neighbour On The Street: Breaking Down Barriers Around Poverty”. Lecture $10 avail. at the door. Knox United Church, 345 Pym Street, Parksville. 250586-7080

Qualicum Beach Garden Club 7:00pm. Speaker is Chantel Cabrera. Topic is “Medicinal Herbs”.

New members and guests welcome. Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250 390-3350

Wed Mar 11 ASBC Mid-Island Grandparent Support Group 10:00am. 2nd Wed of each month. Family Resource Association, 198 Morison Ave, Parksville.

250-751-9278

Herring Spawn/Wildlife Boat Tour 11:00am. View birds, herring spawn and the wildlife it attracts on a boat departing from VIU Deep Bay Marine Field Station., $100pp. Deep Bay Marine Field Station, 370 Crome Point Road, Bowser. 1-866-288-7878

Stem Cell Nutrition Advances and Careers 7:00pm. McMillan Arts Centre, 133 McMillan St, Parksville. 250-2488185

Thu Mar 12 Movies at the PCCC Catch movies on the big

screen: “Big Eyes” (PG13), “Penguins of Madagascar” (PG). Movies showing Mar 12-14. Call for show times. Parksville Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-248-6234

Coffee with Council 2:00pm Every Thursday in March. Parksville City Hall, 100 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-248-6144

Kwalicum Secondary presents Cool Jazz 6:30pm. A night of live music, featuring Project 8 and KSS Jazz groups.

Dessert and coffee will be served. Silent auction and fundraiser for KSS Jazz students Tickets at What’s Cooking in Qualicum and Flix n Pix Video in Parksville, $20 in advance, $25 at the door.

Civic Centre, 747 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-5651

Fri Mar 13 Free Technology Workshop 9:30am. Introduction to Spreadsheets, Part 1. Create and Edit Excel Documents (we will use free Open Office).

Learn the basics of spreadsheets and get a glimpse of the power hiding in those little grey cells. Family Place, 494 Bay Avenue, Parksville.

250-947-8258

Silent Auction Wine & Cheese 4:00pm. Fundraiser for local Buddhist Meditation Centre offering meditation classes, day retreats, traditional Tibetan practices & grief support. Bids open at 4pm and close at 7pm you can take home your deals at 7:30pm! Tickets available at Heaven on Earth & Mystic Lotus, $20 pre sale $25 at the door. Thalassa Res-

taurant & Lounge, 469 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250 586 5886

The Triadically Hip Trio 7:00pm. Hints of Jazz Past, Jazz Present and Jazz Future. They have created a unique repertoire and highly entertaining show. Doors open 6:30pm. Pre-sale tickets at the MAC or call 250-248-8185, $15 and $12 for OCAC members. McMillan Arts Centre, 133 McMillan St, Parksville. 250-2488185

St. Patricks Warm Up Party with the Clanns 8:00pm. Bring the luck of the Irish to our Friday the 13th party. A good warm party before Tuesday.

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

Sat Mar 14 WhaleFest 17,000 Whales Are Coming Our Way. From Mar 14-22. Experience the amazing annual Grey Whale migration.

Call Canadian Princess Fishing Lodge & Marine Adventures, 1943 Peninsula Rd. Ucluelet. 1-800663-7090

Red Cross Standard First Aid with AED/ CPR C 14yrs+ 9:00am. 16 hour course 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 prerequisite for National Lifeguard certification. Two days, Sat & Sun, Mar 1415 from 9am-5pm, cost is $150.80. Former Qualicum Beach Elementary School, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-5014

Nanoose Library Giant Book Sale 9:00am. Most books just $1.00. Fundraiser for the non-profit Library.

Contact Sandra Dutton for more information.

Nanoose Library, 2489 Nanoose Road, Nanoose. 250-468-9977

Herring Spawn/Wildlife Boat Tour 10:00am & 1:30pm.

View birds, herring spawn and the wildlife it attracts on a boat departing from VIU Deep Bay Marine Field Station. $100pp Deep Bay Marine Field Station, 370 Crome Point Road, Bowser. 1-866-288-7878

Vintage Fashion Show and Tea 2:00pm. Beautiful ensembles presented by Merlyn Patten. A silent auction and door prizes. $15 at Fresh and Fabulous, Qualicum Beach. A fundraiser for YoungLife in Qualicum Beach. St. Stephens United Church, 150 Village Way, Qualicum Beach. 250-7523427

2nd Annual Kitchen Ceilidh 6:00pm. Dance and listen to the music of Celtic Chaos and enjoy an Irish Dinner. Dessert auction. $35 incls dinner, available at Mulberry Bush in Parksville and Qualicum, Georgia Park Store and Salish Sea Market in Bowser. Call to reserve a table of 8 or 10. Dinner will be served at 6:30pm.

Lighthouse Community Centre, 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Beach. 250757-8117

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ancouver Island University “We get a lot of tourists during the Brant (VIU) Deep Bay Marine Field Festival. We get more walk in traffic and Station is joining forces with our events are very well attended.” the Brant Wildlife Festival for One of the wonders of nature that the third year in a row to offer people of blesses the beaches of the central Island all ages a chance to learn about wildlife every spring is the annual herring spawn and marine science. but it remains a mystery of nature to Facilities coordinator Stephanie many.

Richards said they have a fantastic line That doesn't have to be the case. up of events for the 2015 Brant Wildlife As part of the Brant Festival, residents Festival through March and April. and visitors alike can get the inside The festival is a celebration of nature, scoop on a herring particularly Brant spawn boat tour geese as they departing from the rest and feed on Deep Bay Marine "The partnership is the shores of the Field Station. awesome. It is great to Parksville and Herring Spawn/ Qualicum Beach work with the Nature Wildlife boat areas.

Trust and it is a great tours take place Richards said on March 11 from festival to support" their goal at the 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Deep Bay Marine Stephanie Richards ~ Facility Coordinator and on March 14, Field Station is 10 a.m. to noon or to help educate 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. people about The popular boat tours sold old quickly marine science and our local waters. last year and Richards said they had to put Richards said their affiliation with the on an extra tour because of the demand.

Nature Trust and the Brant Festival has The cost is $100 per person and you been positive on many levels. must pre-register by calling 1-866-288“The partnership is awesome. It is 7878 or e-mail rrivers@naturetrust.bc.ca. great to work with the Nature Trust The marine science centre has touch and it is a great festival to support,” she tanks for hands-on learning opportunities acknowledged. and the facility will be buzzing with all The Field Station is a key research kinds of activities related to the Brant facility for VIU and Richards said they are Festival. becoming a popular tourism destination Listen to captivating guest speakers for the region.

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from The Sea Among Us book on Thursdays in March and April from 7 to 9 p.m. with dinner at 5:30 p.m.

This eight-part series will feature an author who has contributed to the book and each night will have a different food theme.

Reservations are needed for the dinner and tickets for the lectures must be purchased in advance.

Love to cook?

Red Seal Chef Lila Ruzicka has some special classes for the festival.

On March 8 a Taste of India will explore cooking and eating the spicy cuisine from 2 to 5:30 p.m.

If chocolate is your passion enroll in the Chocolate Lovers cooking class March 28 from 2 to 5 p.m.

Chef Lila will share her knowledge of working with chocolate in many dishes— not just sweets. Reserve your spot by calling 250-740-6611.

Beginning March 3 the Field Station will be hosting high tea on Tuesdays through March and April from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Reservations are needed so call ahead. more information

Details on all activities visit www.viu.ca/deepbay For info on other Brant Wildlife Festival activities, visit www.brantfestival.bc.ca Story by BRENDA GOUGH

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SuN Mar 15 Nanoose Library Giant Book Sale

YOU MAKE THE EVENT, WE’LL SEND THE CROWD.

12:00pm. Most books just $1.00. Fundraiser for the non-profit, volunteer-run Nanoose Library. Contact Sandra Dutton for more information. Nanoose Library, 2489 Nanoose Road, Nanoose Bay. 250468-9977

Nanaimo Chamber Orchestra, “Expressions of the Heart” 2:30pm. Directed by Karl Rainer. Tickets available at the Port Theatre Box Office or at the door.

Adult: $20, Under 12: Free, Student: $5 St Anne’s St Edmund’s Anglican Church, 407 Wembley Rd, Parksville.

250-729-8910

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8:30am. 3rd Monday of each month. Guest Speaker Edward Goodfellow, Goodfellow Financial Corporation.

Guests welcome. Quality Resort Bayside, 240 Dogwood St, Parksville.

250-752-4204

Red Cross Emergency First Aid with AED/ CPR 14yrs+ 9:00am. This course is designed to teach people about injury prevention. Home hazards, safety education, CPR, automated external defibrillation and first aid skills for common emergencies are all covered. Retraining is recommended every 3 years. (9am-5pm) cost is $81.95. call to pre-register. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 West Island Hwy, Parksville.

250-752-5014

Shoots with Roots Spring Break Camp 9:00am. (March 16-20) Day camps offer children who love gardening, nature, and the outdoors an opportunity to “go play outside” in a supervised environment. Each day involves fun learning activities and forest exploring time, and there is also plenty of time spent in our Children’s Food Garden. All programs are led by a certified teacher., Child: $40/day or $180/ week. Milner Gardens & Woodlands, 2179 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach, 250-752-8573

Spring Break Riding Camp 10:00am. English horse riding camp. Suitable for beginner and intermediate riders. (Mar 16, 17 & 18) 10am-2pm. $175+GST. Flying Changes Riding School, 2160 Halona Way, Coombs.

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Spring Break Out Swims 1:30pm. Action packed adventures during Spring Break. Our fun leaders will be leading many different games and theme based activities on March 16, 18, 20, 24, and 26 from 1:30-4pm.

Everyone welcome to take part. Prizes will be awarded and there will be fun for all ages/abilities for the young and young at heart. Ravensong Aquatic Centre, 737 Jone St, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-5014

Tue Mar 17 St. Patrick’s Day This day commemorates the life and work of St. Patrick, a Christian missionary who worked and lived in Ireland in the fourth and fifth centuries.

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Workplace Safety and WHIMIS 13-18yrs

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9:00am. When it comes to safety, young workers have rights and responsibilities. We will cover workplace safety basics and the Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHIMIS). Upon successful completion of the in-class exam, youth will receive their WHIMIS certification. (9am3pm) $100/1 Oceanside Place Arena, 830 West Island Hwy, Parksville.

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5:30pm. Oceanside Women’s Business Network dinner meeting features Three women who are successful in business will be asked questions about their secrets to success. Register by Mar 15 at OWBN.ca. Join us for an inspiring evening. Adult: $35, Member: $28. Quality Resort Bayside, 240 Dogwood St, Parksville.

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knox Spring Lecture Series 2015 11:30am. Who Is My Neighbour? Breaking Down Barriers Tue, until Mar 24. Lunch 11:30am / Lecture 12pm. Sharon Welch, Executive Director, Forward House Nicole Dudek , Client Support Worker, Forward House “Reducing Stigma Around Mental Health”, $10/lecture at the door.

Knox United Church, 345 Pym Street, Parksville.

250-586-7080

Lunch n Learn 12:00pm. Meet with other health minded folks.

Monthly Topics - Short presentation. Fee: Your choice of lunch ordered from the menu. Advise for #s, Barb. Qualicum Beach Inn, 2690 Island Hwy W, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-5499

St. Patricks Day Party 4:00pm. Irish Music & sing-a-longs, Irish Trivia, green beer, silly hats, games, prizes and more.

The party starts at 4:00 PM. Irish food specials all day. Don’t forget to wear green and be entered for door prizes. Deez Bar & Grill, 3353 W Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach.

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Mid-Island Castaways Fly Fishing Club 6:30pm. 3rd Tuesday of each month. Social 6:30pm. Meeting starts at 7:00. Speakers, refreshments and announcements of special events and classes.

Everyone is welcome.

For further information call Dan Hudson. Civic Centre, 747 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach. 250757-9103

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. 250248-3570

Parksville Lions Club 7:00pm. Meetings on 1st and 3rd Tue of each month. Parksville Lions, 241 Moilliet St, Parksville 250-586-7080

Foggy Hogtown Boys Evening Show Tour 7:00pm. Grown into one of Canada’s most popular roots music acts.

Adult: $15. Nanoose Library Centre, 2489 Nanoose Rd, Nanoose.

250-240-8888

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The natural beauty of Vancouver Island is largely due to the precipitation we experience through winter months. Local trails are built to keep cyclists and walkers (mostly) out of the puddles, and routes that meander through the evergreens will often provide shelter from the worst of whatever is falling from the sky.

One easily accessible example of this is Malcolm Park, whose trailhead is behind the Whiskey Creek Store on Hwy 4. This well made loop provides a great venue for dog walking, trail runs or nature walks with the family and, being mostly flat, runners, gumboots or light trail shoes are fine for your feet. for more information

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Coombs Fair Board Meeting 7:30pm. New Members Welcome! Arrowsmith Hall, 1014 Ford Rd, Coombs 250-248-4458

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Wed Mar 18 Extreme No-Sweat Speaking 15-18yrs 9:00am. Are you afraid to speak in front of a crowd? There’s a cure for that! Hosted by the Arbutus Toastmasters this half day workshop can help you develop your presentation and leadership skills in a fun, friendly environment. (9am-1pm). Cost is $10. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 West Island Hwy, Parksville. 250248-3252

Osteoporosis Support Group Meeting 10:00am, Learn about building bone density and preventing fractures. (seminar room, drop in).

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1:30pm. Action packed adventures during Spring Break. Our fun leaders will be leading many different games and theme based activities on (Mar 16, 18, 20, 24, and 26) 1:30-4pm. Everyone welcome to take part.

Prizes will be awarded and there will be fun

for all ages/abilities for the young and young at heart. Ravensong Aquatic Centre, 737 Jone St, Qualicum Beach. 250752-5014

Women and Weight 4:00pm. Join natural women’s health expert, Lisa Leger, and learn the role hormones play in weight gain and how to balance them for easier fat loss. (seminar room, free, drop in), Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville.

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Thu Mar 19 PANDORA Bracelet Event See in-store for details (March 19- 22) Faye’s Gifts, 142 2nd Ave. W, Qualicum Beach. 250752-1391

WorldHost Training 15-18yrs 9:00am. Gain the competitive edge with this recognized customer service training. Course fee includes a manual and certificate upon successful completion.

(9am-1pm) Cost is $35.

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Beating the Blues 11:00am. A 10-week educational support group that offers proven approaches to improving depression and increas-

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19 ing joy in life. Contact Stephanie for more details. Pre-registration is required. Stephanie Peter Counselling, #214-198 East Island Highway, Parksville. 250-937-1223

Coffee with Council 2:00pm. Every Thursday in March. Parksville City Hall, 100 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-248-6144

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

4th Annual What Women Want 6:30pm. The Parksville Businesses Presents “Tiffany, An Evening to Remember” Appies, Cash Bar, Entertainment & Shopping. Doors open 6:30pm / Fashion Show 7:30pm. $20 For tickets call Donna Andres. Proceeds donated to Haven House. Rides home by Harris Oceanside GM. No Minors. Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville.

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David Nigel Lloyd Live In Concert

7:00pm. All are welcome to attend. Lighthouse Community Centre, 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Beach. 250-757-8806

7:00pm. Creative folk artist and story-teller, establishing his own perspective and style, based in large part, on songs of traditional origin. Doors open 6:30 pm.

Tickets available ahead of time at the McMillan Arts Centre. $15 and $12 for OCAC members. McMillan Arts Centre, 133 McMillan St, Parksville.

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Fri Mar 20

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Free Technology Workshop

Oceanside Water Day: A Celebration of Creeks and Ocean

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

BowHorneBay Community Club AGM

9:30am. iPad/iPhone Come and learn about these handy devices, ask questions and be introduced to a new APP each month . Beginners welcome. Family Place, 494 Bay Avenue, Parksville. 250-947-8258

10:30am. Explore instream improvements made by streamkeepers and new shore protection concepts adopted by the Town of Qualicum Beach. Located at 3200 Block of West Island

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Spring Locavore Foraging Class 11:00am. Explore local food by gathering it, cooking it and then eating it at VIU Deep Bay Marine Field Station.

For details, visit www2. viu.ca/deepbay. Call to Reserve your spot. Deep Bay Marine Field Station, 370 Crome Point Road, Bowser. 250-740-6611

Lyme Disease Support Group

Restaurants love your feedback!

Go to eatoutguide.ca and find a restaurant you visited recently. Write your comments, suggestions & testimonials to win!* $50 dollars in restaurant gift certificates given away every month!

1:30pm. Meeting takes place at Parksville Pharmasave. Contact pqblyme@gmail.com for details on this drop in group. Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250951-0243

4th Annual Spring Ball 5:30pm. The Rotary Club of Qualicum Beach Sunrise. Gourmet 3 Course Filet Mignon Dinner, Dancing to Big Fun Band, Door Prizes and Raffles, Silent and Live Auctions, Limo Service Home.

Tickets: 80ea. ($750/ table of 10) 100% of proceeds in support of local charitable causes.

Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250752-0270

Jazz Cabaret 7:00pm. Featuring Ana Velinova with Ron Hadley on piano. $20ea. (includes dessert buffet).

TOSH Arts Centre, 122 Fern Rd W, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6133 *Conditions: Limit one entry per review every 30 days per person per featured restaurant.

Winners may be asked to show proof of visiting restaurant (e.g. receipt). Full contest details online at www.eatoutguide.ca.

The Lion, The Bear, The Fox 8:00pm. Vancouver folk rockers who were Performance Project finalists. $20 at Errington General Store, Cranky Dog in

Parksville or Heaven on Earth in Qualicum Beach.

Coffee & treats available.

Errington Hall, 1390 Errington Road, Errington.

250-248-5106

SuN Mar 22 Brant in the Bay 11:00am. View Brant geese and other birds through spotting scopes set up by the Arrowsmith Naturalists. Enjoy 25th anniversary cake. Free.

Parksville Community Park. 1-866-288-7878

MON Mar 23 Spring Break kids Nature Camp 9:00am. Children aged 6-11 are invited to join our amazing park naturalists for a week of fun in nature at Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park.

Pre-register: $40 each day or $180 for week.

(Mar 23-27) Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park, Rathtrevor Road, Parksville. 250-478-9414

Tue Mar 24 knox Spring Lecture Series 2015 11:30am. Who Is My Neighbour? Breaking Down Barriers. Tues, until Mar 24. Lunch 11:30am / Lecture 12pm.

Kim Recalma Clutesi, Former Qualicum First Nations Chief, Activist, Film Producer “Towards Understanding: Putting Our Hands Together�, $10/lecture at the door.

Knox United Church, 345 Pym Street, Parksville.

250-586-7080

Pharmacist Awareness 1:30pm. Pharmasave Pharmacist, John Schulmeister, talks medication management. Find out how Pharmacy practice is changing to permit Pharmacists to do injections and provide patient

21 counselling on diabetes, weight loss, and disease prevention. Parksville Library, 100 Jensen Avenue East, Parksville.

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Wed Mar 25 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 and rescue breathing techniques for adults, children and infants as well as information on automated external defibrillators. Cost is $43.

Ravensong Aquatic Centre, 737 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250752-5014

Colleen Canning in the seminar room at Parksville Pharmasave and then walk over to QF for a lesson on reading labels and choosing the best foods to help you live well. (call to register), Free. Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville.

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Comedy Night

Thu Mar 26

8:00pm. Featuring Eddie Della Siepe and Kyle Jones Doors open 7pm.

Food and drinks available, 19+ event. Tickets $20 available at Smoke n Water, Soak Essentials, Revived Vintage and online at www.arbutusevents.ca. Smoke ’n Water Restaurant, 1600 Stroulger Rd, Nanoose Bay 250-937-0999

Beating the Blues.

Fri Mar 27

11:00am. Get connected! Beating the Blues is a 10-week educational support group that offers proven approaches to improving depression and increasing joy in life. Contact Stephanie for more details. Preregistration is required.

Stephanie Peter Counselling, #214-198 East Island Highway, Parksville 250-937-1223

Free Technology Workshop

“Frozen” Skate 1:00pm. Join us for skating, crafts and games, all based on the “Frozen”movie. Regular admission, all ages.

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

Coffee with Council 2:00pm, Every Thursday in March. Parksville City Hall, 100 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-2486144

Diabetes and Heart Health Grocery Tour 7:00pm. Join Dietitian

9:30am. More help with Android Tablets/ Phones. Well, we’ve been through the “Introduction to Android” sessions a few times now, so let’s take a closer look at eMail Apps (they are not all the same). Bring your device and your questions. Family Place, 494 Bay Avenue, Parksville.

250-947-8258

Tales for the Telling 7:00pm. Tales for the Telling Stories from Tiao-qui-aht First Nation Storyteller featuring Gisele Martin. McMillan Arts Centre, 133 McMillan St, Parksville.

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udrey Hepburn is the sleek vibe to Parksville. inspiration behind the 2015 So what do women want? The most What Women Want (WWW) challenging question of all time has been event March 20 at the asked over and over.

Parksville Community and Conference Sigmund Freud never came up with an Centre (PCCC). answer to the eternal question but Andres Hepburn was the epitome of old is confident she can provide some of the Hollywood glamour and WWW organizer items on many a female to-do-list.

Donna Andres is channelling the beauty Andres said the evening she is planning and fashion icon to create an enchanted will provide an opportunity for women affair that calls for heels and of course a to focus on the little black dress. things they love Andres was including clothes, It will be an entertaining the driving force shoes, accessories behind the very evening where people can and pampering first What Women get to know the businesses all while Want at the PCCC sipping spirits and the owners who three years ago and and enjoying have storefronts in the she said the 2015 appetizers. version will be over community.

Andres said first the top.

Donna Andres ~ Owner of Lady's Mantle and foremost the “The theme is service showcase Tiffany so it will is aimed at be blue and white and glamorous,” she promoting local businesses at the same assured. time providing a fun ladies night out.

Tiffany & Co. has been the world's “It will be an entertaining evening premier jeweller and America's house where people can get to know the of design since 1837 and Hepburn’s businesses and the owners who have performance as Holly Golightly in 1961's storefronts in the community.”

Breakfast at Tiffany's is still influencing fashion today.

The night includes a fashion show featuring clothing from local merchants, Andres who owns Lady’s Mantle in live entertainment with performances Parksville said Hepburn’s style is timeless and personifies grace, elegance and charm by local band Butterside Down, and she wants to bring some of that super Tyrone Heigh from the Parksville Fire

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Department and jazz duo Mitra and Andy.

Dr. Andy Biro and his team at Longevity Medical Aesthetics are among the vendors and will be doing live demos on stage including Botox injections and cosmetic fillers. An exciting makeover will also be revealed at the event which will show the transformation of a client after skin rejuvenation treatments.

Door prizes include two round trip tickets to any West Jet destination, a $500 cash voucher to spend at participating vendors, an overnight stay at the Oswego Hotel in Victoria as well as weekend getaway to Mount Washington.

Pacific Brimm is catering the event and owner Teresa Patterson is preparing some Tiffany inspired food and drinks.

Harris Oceanside Chevrolet is providing complimentary safe rides home.

There is also a fundraising side to the event with net proceeds going to the Haven House women’s shelter. more information

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Chocolate Lovers Cooking Class 2:00pm. Chef Lila Ruzicka will share her knowledge of working with chocolate in many dishes not just sweet Call to reserve your spot. Deep Bay Marine Field Station, 370 Crome Point Road, Bowser. 250-740-6611

Bobbies Comedy Night 7:30pm. Enjoy the comedy works of Ivan Decker and Jamie Kennedy with your host Bobbie G. Tickets $22. Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, 747 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach.

250-240-1233

SuN Mar 29 45th Annual Spring Concert 2:30pm. The Parksville & District Community Choir presents Songs of Love & Nature, $15 at Mulberry Bush Bookstores and door.

Knox United Church, 345 Pym Street, Parksville 250-752-8130

2015 Recital Series Isaac Bull, Basoon 3:00pm. Tickets are $15

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for the first two concerts and $20 for the last concert. McMillan Arts Centre, 133 McMillan St, Parksville. 250-5945324

MON Mar 30 Alpine Gardeners of Central Vancouver Island 1:00pm. David Sellars, award winning photographer, will be giving two talks: Picos de Europa: Alpine Garden of the Cantabrian Mountains & Where to Find Alpine Flowers in the Olympic Mountains. (doors open 12:30). Speaker will have plants for sale., $5 at door includes prize draw & coffee/tea. Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, 747 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach. 250-594-4423

Tue Mar 31 Weight Loss Information Session 7:00pm. Free meeting about their new Lifestyle and Weight Loss Program using the Ideal Protein Protocol. call to register. Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250951-0243

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Joke of the Month A Spanish captain was walking on his ship when a soldier rushes to him and exclaims, “An enemy ship is approaching us!” The captain replies calmly, “Go get my red shirt.”

The soldier gets the shirt for the captain.

The enemy ship comes in and heavy rounds of fire are exchanged. Finally, the Spaniards win. The soldier asks, “Congrats sir, but why the red shirt?” The captain replies, “If I got injured, my blood shouldn’t be seen, as I didn’t want my men to lose hope.” Just then, another soldier runs up and says, “Sir, we just spotted another twenty enemy ships!”

The captain calmly replies, “Go bring my yellow pants.”

Trivia Answers 1 2 3 4 5

Dr. No Addis Adabba Art of Dancing Alaska Alexander Dumas

190 1) Girl’s 2) Pencil 3)2) Gas Lid 189Eyes 1) Line on Car Question3) Mark 4) Boy’s Pant’s 5) Trunk Person In Back 4) Tree Paper 6) Sleeves Girl 7)6)Girl’s 5) Road On Stripes Cloud 7) Hair 8) Boy’s ChairWheel 9) Boy’s Steering 8)Table Hose 10) 9) Right Boy’s Smile Hill 10) Headlight

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

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eVerY WeeK EVERY MONDAY Spin Class

EVERY MONDAY Performance Class

6:00am. Jim's Gym, Parksville. 250-248-3144

6:00pm. Jim's Gym, Parksville. 250-248-3144

Spin Class

Bingo

7:00am. Jim's Gym, Parksville. 250-248-3144

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

Spin & Abs Class

Rotary Club of QB

8:00am. Jim's Gym, Parksville. 250-248-3144

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

Women's 45+ Aerobics

Cribbage

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

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

TOPS 4248 Parksville

Meditation & Relaxtion

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

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

Pilates For All Levels

Badminton / Ping Pong

9:00am. Body Wellness by Gail, Parksville. 250-228-1002

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

Hatha Yoga

Cribbage & Bridge

9:00am. SOS Centre Parskville. 250-248-2093

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

TRX/BOSU Class

Snooker

9:15am. Jim's Gym, Parksville. 250-248-3144

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

Parksville Rotary Club

Arbutus Toastmasters

11:45am. Quality Resort Bayside, Parksville.

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

Balance Class

Youth Drop-In Hockey

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. 250-752-1156

7:45pm. Oceanside Arena, Parksville. 250-248-3252

EVERY TUESDAY TRX Class

6:00am. Jim's Gym, Parksville. 250-248-3144

Computer Tutoring

Guyz Time (Gr. 4, 5 & 6)

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

Girl Talk (Gr. 4, 5 & 6)

9:00am. Jim's Gym, Parksville. 250-248-3144

Pilates For Teen Girls

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

3:00pm. SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093 3:00pm. SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093

4:00pm. Body Wellness by Gail, Parksville. 250-228-1002

Belly Fit

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

Spin Class

Better Body's Fitness

Pilates For All Levels

9:00am. Body Wellness by Gail, Parksville. 250-228-1002

Woodcarving

9:15am. Oceanside El-

EVERY TUESDAY

EVERY TUESDAY

ementary. 250-951-3001

Pilates For Teen Girls

Yoga at Eaglecrest

4:00pm. Body Wellness by Gail, Parksville. 250-228-1002

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

TIC TAC Program 9:15am. SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093

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

Stretch Class 10:00am. Jim's Gym, Parksville. 250-248-3144

Boomer's Bootcamp 10:00am. Fluid Fitness, Parksville. 250-927-4595

Silver Foxes Aerobics 10:30am. Bradley Centre, Coombs. 250-240-4840

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

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

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

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

Seated Fitness 12:45pm. Parksville Conference Centre. 250-248-6234

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

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

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

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

School Nite Out 4:00pm. SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093

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

Belly Dancing-Qualicum 6:00pm. Beginners. Qualicum Beach. 250-752-3750

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

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

Belly Dancing-Qualicum 7:30pm. Intermediates.

Qualicum. 250-752-3750

EVERY WEDNESDAY Spin Class 6:00am. Jim's Gym, Parksville. 250-248-3144

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

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

Pilates For All Levels 9:00am. Body Wellness by Gail, Parksville. 250-228-1002

Spin & Core Class 9:00am. Jim's Gym, Parksville. 250-248-3144

TIC TAC Program 9:15am. SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093

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

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

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EVERY WEDNESDAY Carpet Bowling

EVERY THURSDAY TRX Class

12:45pm. Civic Centre, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-1156

6:00am. Jim's Gym, Parksville. 250-248-3144

Seniors Are Talking

Better Body's Fitness

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

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

Oceanside Floor Curling

Pilates For All Levels

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

Singing in French

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

Pilates For Teen Girls

4:00pm. Body Wellness by Gail, Parksville. 250-228-1002

Gentle Yoga

4:15pm. Penny's Yoga, Parksville. 250-240-3569

Family Night

4:30pm. SOS Centre.

Parksville. 250-248-2093

Weight Watchers

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

Performance Class

5:30am. Jim's Gym, Parksville. 250-248-3144

Women's Spin Class

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

PYM Middle School

6:30pm. PV Fellowship Baptist Church. 250-248-6322

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

PYM High School

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

Snooker

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

9:00am. Body Wellness by Gail, Parksville. 250-228-1002

Performance Class 9:00am. Jim's Gym, Parksville. 250-248-3144

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

Silver Foxes Aerobics 10:30am. Bradley Centre, Coombs. 250-240-4840

Boomer's Bootcamp 10:00am. Fluid Fitness, Parksville. 250-927-4595

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

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

Seated Fitness 12:45pm. Parksville Conference Centre. 250-248-6234

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

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

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

Parkinson's Exercise 1:30pm. Fluid Fitness, Parksville. 250-927-4595

Coronation Street Club 2:00pm. 2nd Thu of month. Qaulicum Legion.

250-752-4445

EVERY THURSDAY Teen Nite 4:00pm. SOS Centre Parksville. 250-248-2093

Pilates For Teen Girls

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

Teens in Transition

4:00pm. Body Wellness by Gail, Parksville. 250-228-1002

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

Belly Dancing-Qualicum

Bridge

4:30pm. Beginners. Qualicum Beach. 250-752-3750

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

Bingo

Mind in Motion

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

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

Belly Dancing-Qualicum

Tae kwon Do

6:00pm. Beginners. Qualicum Beach. 250-752-3750

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

EVERY FRIDAY Spin Class 6:00am. Jim's Gym, Parksville. 250-248-3144

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

TRX Class 9:00am. Jim's Gym, Parksville. 250-248-3144

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

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

Pilates For All Levels 9:00am. Body Wellness by Gail, Parksville. 250-228-1002

Preschoolers on Move 9:15am. SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093

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

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

3:00pm. Lighthouse Hall, Qualicum Bay. 250-954-2263

Women's Spin Class

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

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 Wake Up Class

8:15am. Jim's Gym, Parksville. 250-248-3144

QB Farmers Market

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

Men's Pool

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

EVERY SUNDAY Family Swim

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

Bingo

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

Ballroom/Latin Classes

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

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LiVe MuSiC SUN MAR 1

Music On Sunday 2:30pm. TOSH Arts Centre, Qualicum. 250-752-6133

Old Time Dance 2:30pm. Rotary House, Qualicum. 250-586-3743

Qualicum. 250-752-6133 TUE MAR 10

Campfire Sing-a-long 7:00pm. House of Music, Qualicum. 250-594-9951 WED MAR 11

The Wonders of Life

Live Jazz

3:00pm. The MAC, Parksville. 250-248-8185

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

WED MAR 4

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

Get Rhythm Dance 7:00pm, Parksville Legion, Parksville. 250-821-6342 THU MAR 5

Lazy Mike Trio 7:00pm. Deez Bar & Grill, Qualicum. 250-594-9927

Old-Time Dance 7:30pm. Rotary House, Qualicum 250-586-3743 FRI MAR 6

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

Acoustic Cafe 7:30pm. Rotary House, Qualicum. 250-752-1162

Matuto 8:30pm. Errington Hall.

250-248-5106 SAT MAR 7

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

Coffee House

Get Rhythm Dance 7:00pm, Parksville Legion, Parksville. 250-821-6342 THU MAR 12

Cool Jazz 6:30pm. Civic Centre, Qualicum. 250-752-5651

Sons of Guns 7:00pm. Deez Bar & Grill, Qualicum. 250-752-8055

Whitey Somers 7:00pm. House of Music, Qualcium. 250-594-9951 FRI MAR 13

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

Emma Plant

6:00pm. Pacific Brimm, Parksville. 250-248-3336

The Triadically Hip Trio 7:00pm. The MAC, Parksville. 250-248-8185

The Clanns 8:00pm. French Creek Marine Pub. 250-248-3713.

SAT MAR 14

Shawn Carle

7:30pm. Errington Hall, Errington. 250-248-5106

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

Diana Braithwaite & Chris Whiteley

Annual kitchen Ceilidh

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

Music On Sunday 2:30pm. TOSH Arts Centre,

6:00pm. Lighthouse Centre, Qualicum. 250-757-8117 SUN MAR 15

Nanaimo Chamber Orchestra 2:30pm. St Edmund's Church, Parksville. 250729-8910

Campbell Ryga w/ Geoff Bowen Trio 7:30pm. Smoke ’n Water, Nanoose. 250-760-0238 TUE MAR 17

Foggy Hogtown Boys 7:00pm. Nanoose Library Centre. 250-240-8888 WED MAR 18

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

Get Rhythm Dance 7:00pm, Parksville Legion, Parksville. 250-821-6342 THU MAR 19

Blue Moon Marquee 7:00pm. House of Music, Qualicum. 250-594-9951

Bev & Fred 7:00pm. Deez Bar & Grill, Qualicum. 250-752-8055 FRI MAR 20

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

David Nigel Lloyd 7:00pm. McMillan Arts Centre, Parksville. 250248-8185 SAT MAR 21

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

Jazz Cabaret 7:00pm. TOSH Arts Centre, Qualicum. 250-752-6133

The Lion, The Bear, The Fox 8:00pm. Errington Hall, Errington. 250-248-5106

SUN MAR 22

Music On Sunday 2:30pm. TOSH Arts Centre, Qualicum. 250-752-6133 WED MAR 25

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

Get Rhythm Dance 7:00pm, Parksville Legion, Parksville. 250-821-6342 THU MAR 26

Renovation Blues 7:00pm. Deez Bar & Grill, Qualicum. 250-752-8055 FRI MAR 27

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

Release 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub. 250-248-3713 SAT MAR 28

Luv Train 7:00pm. The Shady Rest, Qualicum. 250-245-0315

Double Trouble 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub. 250-248-3713 SUN MAR 29

Acoustic Jam 1:00pm. House of Music, Qualicum. 250-594-9951

Spring Concert 2:30pm. Knox United, Parksville 250-752-8130

Music On Sunday 2:30pm. TOSH Arts Centre, Qualicum. 250-752-6133

2015 Recital Series 3:00pm. The MAC, Parksville. 250-594-5324 TUE MAR 31

Music On Sunday

Sons of Guns

Open "Mike"

2:30pm. TOSH Arts Centre, Qualicum. 250-752-6133

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

6:30pm. House of Music, Qualicum. 250-594-9951

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LOCaL diNiNG Cafes, Coffee Shops & More...

A Step Above Cafe Arts Cafe Awakening Cafe Bailey’s in the Village

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Little Mountain Cafe Little Qualicum Cheeseworks

Tim Hortons Tomm’s Village Foods Weinberg’s Good Food Whiskey Creek Ice Cream Yorway Frozen Yogurt Bar

Cafe Brie & Tea Room

Your Comfy Cafe

5-177 Second Ave, Qualicum Beach

250-594-2526 Log Cabin Ice Cream MadBee Cafe Bread & Honey Food Company 162 Harrison Avenue, Parksville

250-586-1021 Bean Counter Cafe Biscotti Di Notte & More Bradley’s on Jensen Cha Ch’a Java Chuffin Cafe Coastal Cake Co. Cafe Cockney Pride Cone Zone Coombs Ice Cream Shoppe Country Pies in Coombs Creekmore’s Espresso Bar Cruiser’s Grill Eat Fresh Urban Market Farmhouse Cafe

Milner House Tea Room Naked Naturals Oceanside Arena Concession

250-248-5895 French Creek Bakery French Press Cafe Frosteez Island SodaWorks Karma Coffee House La Boulange Organic Breads

250-586-8676

Casual / Family...

Perks Coffee Bar Qualicum Beach Bakery A&W Restaurant Parksville 540 East Island Hwy, Parskville

250-248-2040 Courtyard Cafe & Patio 673 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach

250-752-4152 Quality Foods Riptide Lagoon Ice Cream Riso Bakery, Café & Bistro Sandbar Cafe & Art Gallery

2300 Alberni Highway, Coombs

101B-1080 Resort Dr, Parksville

Pacific Brimm

Riverside Resort Ice Cream

Coombs Emporium

Taste Cafe & Bistro

Sandcastle Bakery

Aioli Seafood Restaurant AJ's Island Grill Bayside Bistro & Lounge Beach House Cafe Boston Pizza Bugaboo Burgers Chester’s Chicken Coombs Market Restaurant Dairy Queen

Save-On-Foods Serious Coffee Shanna’s Place Ship & Shore Cafe Silly-Yak Bakery

Lefty’s Fresh Food Restaurant 280 East Island Hwy, Parksville

Starbucks Coffee

250-954-3886

Stellario’s Italian Caffe

Fairwinds Clubhouse Final Approach Restaurant

Thrifty Foods

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Lefty’s Fresh Food Restaurant 710 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach

250-752-7530 Fish Tales Cafe Gary’s Bistro Grill on the Green Mary Jane’s Kitchen McDonald’s

Bavarian Sausage House Bistro 694 British Bobby Restaurant Cedars Restaurant & Lounge Chameleons China Garden Restaurant Cuckoo Trattoria & Pizzeria Cview Restaurant & Lounge

250-752-9727 Pheasant’s Nest Restaurant Radius Food Co. Smitty’s Restaurant Subway Restaurants Tidal Taco Hut Tacqueria Talons Restaurant & Lounge Tidal Tacos Traditional Texas BBQ Trees Restaurant & Bakery Triple O’s Wild Board Bistro Yorky’s Fish’n Chips

Butlers at the Mansion

Giovanni’s Ristorante Henry’s Kitchen Restaurant Kalvas Restaurant Mekong River Restaurant Nemo Sushi

Pub Style...

Lemon Twist Indian Cuisine 272A West Island Hwy, Parksville

250-954-1023 New Canton Restaurant Otake Japanese Cuisine Qualicum Sushi Saigon Garden Sam’s Sushi Samurai Sushi & Teriyaki

Pacific Prime Restaurant

469 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach

181 Beachside Drive, Parksville

250-594-1150

250-947-2109

Amrikko’s Indian Grill Bamboo Garden Bangkok Thai Restaurant

Domino’s Pizza Nickolini’s Pizza Oceanside Pizza Palace Papa Gino’s Pizzeria Pizza Connection Pizza Fresh Pizza Hut Poppa’s Pizza

Arlington Inn Black Goose Inn

Thalassa Restaurant & Lounge

International / Fine Dining...

Panago Pizza Parksville 310-0001

250-752-5776

2250 Fowler Rd, Qualicum Beach

Pizza...

8-102 East Island Hwy, Parksville

292 Crescent Rd E, Qualicum Beach

Micky J’s Bar & Grill

Smile Thai Cuisine White Elephant Thai Cuisine

Smoke 'N Water Restaurant Sushi Deco Sushi Hama Sushi Ichi Tan’s Kitchen Treetop Tapas & Grill

French Creek Marine Pub 1025 Lee Road, Parksville

250-248-3713 Crown & Anchor Pub Deez Bar & Grill Fanny Bay Inn Lantzville Village Pub

The Shady Restaurant & Pub 3109 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach

250-752-9111 Lasqueti Island Restaurant Rocking Horse Pub Rod & Gun Sunset Lanes Sports Lounge Upper Deck Sports Bar

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