June 2015 Issue 3:9

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DARKHORSE WALK FOR ALS / SUMMER THEATRE / COMMUNITY CARNIVAL DAY + MORE INSIDE

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

JUNE 19, 20 & 21

Parksville & Qualicum Beach, BC Quality Foods is the proud title sponsor of the Seaside Cruizers’ Father’s Day Show N’ Shine, an event so great it was mentioned on the Oprah Winfrey Show as one of the 10 best things to do on Father’s Day!

SUNDAY JULY 12

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

JULY 10 - AUGUST 16

Parksville, BC

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

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SAT JUNE 6 BOBBIeS COMeDY nIGHT

FRI JUNE 12 THe LIOn, THe BeAR, THe FOX Back in Parksville for another amazing show, presented by Arbutus Events. Quality Resort Bayside, Parksville.

250-937-0999 (page 26)

A night of laughter with Matt Billon and Myles Anderson performing at the Civic Centre, Qualicum Beach.

250-240-1233 (page 17)

TUE JUNE 16 SuMMeR BY THe SeA MARKeT

SAT JUNE 20 SuMMeR SOLSTICe DAnCe With Johnny Inappropriate.

Funds raised will support Vancouver Islanders - Europe 2016, a trip of a lifetime. (page 36)

Over 140 exceptional artisans, tasty food and live entertainment for your enjoyment.

Craig Street, Parksville.

250-248-3613 (page 29)

SUN JUNE 21 FATHeRS DAY SHOW n SHOW

JUNE 26 - 28 LIGHTHOuSe BLueGRASS FeSTIVAL

Over 600 vehicles from the 1920’s to today displayed right on the downtown streets of Qualicum Beach.

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A weekend of bluegrass/folk music and fun at the Lighthouse Community Centre, Qualicum Bay. 250-240-8888 (page 37)

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FEATURES Nick Gilder & Sweeney Todd 8 10 Canada Day Events 14 Walk for ALS 22 North of Nashville 30 Community Carnaval Day 38 Summer Theatre SECTIONS 4 June 2015 Events 16 What’s On Outdoors 42 What’s On Screen 43 Live Music 44 Every Week Events 46 Restaurant Directory ALSO INSIDE Trivia Questions 7 7 What's The Dif

Phone: 250-240-5512 What's On Digest provides event information as a complimentary service. Events listed or mentioned have been compiled from sources considered to be reliable. What's On Digest recommends that you contact the business or organization before attending their event to confirm date and other details. The publisher does not assume responsibility for omissions or errors in event listings and articles and may not be held responsible for the accuracy of event information.

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COVER Paul Laine of Darkhorse to perform at North of Nashville, Volume 1 in Qualicum Beach, June 19.

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whatsondigest.com // June 2015 Tea by the Sea

events June 2015

Mon jun 1 Taoist Tai Chi New Beginning Class 9:30am. Mon & Wed. Register at 1st class. Everyone welcome! Parksville Clubhouse, 491A E. Island Hwy, Parksville.

250-240-3387

Lighthouse Seniors #152 11:30am. 1st Mon. of each month. Lighthouse Community Centre, 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay 250-757-9536

tue jun 2 Drop-in Tennis 8:00am. Tues & Thurs.

8am-12pm. Springwood Park, 450 Despard Ave, Parksville. 250-2487280

Oceanside Village Artists Market 10:00am. Tues-Sun. A collection of metal, paintings, jewelry, stone,

pottery, wood & photography from over 50 island artists. Oceanside Village Resort, 101A1080 Resort Way, Parksville. 250-752-9332

June Exhibits 10:00am. until June 27.

The DeCosmos Fine Arts Society and Emerson’s Emergents combine years of creative experience with the freshness and exuberance of the beginning artist. McMillan Arts Centre, 133 McMillan St, Parksville. 250-248-8185

Caregivers Support Group 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

11:00am. Every Tue. Includes a delicious selection of sandwiches, pastries and other goodies prepared by our chef.

Reserve at least one day in advance. Deep Bay Marine Field Station, 370 Crome Point Rd, Deep Bay. 250-740-6611

Guided Tours Tibetan Temples in Coombs 11:00am. Tues 11am & Sat 3pm. Free Tours of two authentic Tibetan Buddhist Temples in Coombs. See website for Class times! By donation.

Kathok Centre, 2800 Grafton Ave, Errington.

250-586-5882

Oceanside Prostate Cancer Support Group 7:00pm. 1st Tues of each month. Those newly diagnosed or affected, their family & friends are welcome. The Gardens, 650 Berwick North, Qualicum Beach. 250752-7489

Xtreme Karaoke 9:00pm. Every Tues.

Show off your pipes, get

in on prizes and the cash wall and enjoy free pool.

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

250-668-8796

wed jun 3 OROI Business Networking 6:45pm. Every Wed. Weekly Business Networking breakfasts Guests welcome, but please RSVP. Sunrise Ridge Resort, 1175 Resort Drive, Parksville.

250-248-4674

Arrowsmith Needle Arts Guild 9:30am. 1st & 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

Soupy Cafe 12:00pm. Every Wed. Community Lunch, drop in activity time. Cards, Ping Pong, Chess. All ages welcome. Lunch by donation. Lighthouse Community Hall, 240 Li-

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The Employment Program of British Columbia is funded by the Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia.

7 ons Way, Qualicum Bay. 250-757-9991

Mountain Bike Instruction & Guiding 5:30pm. Every Wed. Ages 9 -15. Visit nolanriding.com for registration. Call for location.

Parksville. 250-5040222

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

Visitors welcome to attend two meetings before joining. Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250-248-6842

Live Jazz 7:00pm. every Wed. with Colin Campbell and Gary Hodi. The Shady Waterfront Restaurant & Pub, 3109 West Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250752-9111

Live Acoustic Jam with Gerry Barnum 7:00pm. Bring your instrument and join him for some great musical

jammin. Smoke ‘n Water Restaurant, 1600 Stroulger Rd, Nanoose Bay. 250-468-7192

Come Dancing 7:00pm. Every Wed. The Parksville Legion is a great place to get to know people in a friendly atmosphere. Donation Suggested: $5. Parksville Legion #49, 146 W Hirst St., Parksville. 250-8216342

tHu jun 4 Free Drop-in Meditation Classes 9:00am. Every Thurs in June. Free class with popular yoga and Tai Chi teachers, Keith & Krisanna Jeffery. Sponsored by Parksville Pharmasave.

Parksville Community Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250951-0243

Salmon Forest park tour 10:00am. It’s time for some big biodiversity with a walk in a salmon forest. From the new life of the tiny salmon fry to

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uno Award winner Nick Gilder Gilder has written songs for such artists as Joe Cocker, Bette Midler, Pat Benatar, whose song Roxy Roller was and Patty Smyth. a number one hit in Canada topping the singles chart He co-wrote the 1984 hit song The Warrior for three weeks in June of 1976 will be for the rock band Scandal. performing in Parksville June 6.

Earning multi Juno and number one multi Gilder whose career has spanned four platinum status, the songs are still heard on decades will be doing a 19-plus show at the radio today and for many the tunes are the Parksville Community and Conference the soundtrack to their lives.

Centre with special guest the Ray Materick Gilder said he enjoyed his days in the Band. limelight when he first started doing rock-nFor those who were not around in the roll shows but these days when he performs 70’s, Gilder was the original lead vocalist of it is better than it ever was.

Sweeney Todd, a Canadian glam-rock band “It is a celebration that was formed in of the songs and Vancouver in 1975. the time but now Gilder left the there are new fans band to start a solo at the shows as "It is a celebration of the career and was well as at least two songs and the time" replaced by a young generations of old Bryan Adams. fans. There are nick Gilder ~ Artist more grey hairs in The band broke the audience but up in 1978 and both they know all the Adams and Gilder words to the songs,” he said. went on to hugely successful solo careers and continue to entertain their fans both Gilder said he may be no spring chicken young and old. and but he still feels good up on stage so he will keep doing what he loves.

These days Gilder and Sweeney are rocking festivals and casino showrooms “I do wonder how much longer we can do with classics like, Hot Child in the City, it. I will do it as long as people are enjoying Roxy Roller, Here Comes the Night, You it. Rick Springfield is older than me and Really Rock Me, and Let Me In. he ain’t quitting any time soon. I think

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Mick Jagger is setting the bar for that and he says he doesn’t see the Stones quitting any time soon. There are bands out there from the 50’s still going and we were from the late 70’s.”

Gilder said it has been a while since he has performed on Vancouver Island and he can’t wait to get back here.

“We have always had fantastic shows on the Island. In Sooke in 2004 we played to the entire village on Canada Day … they still have it on their Canada Day website.”

Gilder said the Parksville show will be high energy and more than likely people will want to rock out.

“We have people getting up in theatres.

People push chairs out of their way to have a good time and dance … it is hard to believe but some times girls will get up on stage.”

Tickets for the June 6 concert at the PCCC are $35 in advance, $40 at the door.

Visit www.nightlifeentertainment.ca to purchase tickets.

Parksville’s Premiere Event on the Beach!

GATES OPEN: July 10 at 2pm SCULPTING: July 10-12 EXHIBITION: July 13 to August 16 Open 9am until 9pm

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PARKSVILLE COMMUNITY & CONFERENCE CENTRE 132 Jensen Ave, Parksville TICKETS: www.nightlifeentertainment.ca Story by BRENDA GOUGH

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Canada Day in Parksville SCHEDULE OF EVENTS 7:00am Shriners Pancake Breakfast Coastal Community Credit Union on Craig Street in Downtown Parksville.

11:00am Canada Day Parade Starts at Shelley Road (Orange Bridge), ends at PCCC on Jensen Ave.

12:00pm - 12:30pm Welcome to Canada Day Main Stage in Parksville Community Park at 141 E. Island Hwy, Parksville. Opening Ceremonies featuring James Lunney, MP; Michelle Stillwell, MLA; Mayor Mark Lefebvre & Chamber President Robynne Shaw

12:30pm Alex Wickett

12:30pm - Dusk

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4:00pm The Boot Hill Boys

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tHu jun 4 CONT... the ancient giant trees, come discover the Big Qualicum River Regional Trail’s unique ecosystem.

Cost is $15.50. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks to pre-register. Big Qualicum River Regional Trail, Qualicum Beach.

250-248-3252

Coffee with Council 2:00pm. Residents are invited to join council for coffee and an informal chat. No appointment necessary, drop by City Hall between 2pm and 4pm on Thursday afternoons. Parksville City Hall, 100 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-2486144

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6:30pm. 1st Thurs. of every month. A comfortable venue to read and share your poetry.

Vancouver Island Regional Library Qualicum Beach, 660 Primrose Street, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-4996

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7:00pm. 1st Thurs of each month. Deez Bar & Grill, 3353 Island Highway West, Qualicum Beach. 250-594-9927

Oceanside Breast Cancer Support Group 7:00pm. 1st Thurs. of the month. The Gardens, 650 Berwick North, Qualicum Beach. 250-7528066

Newcomers Club 7:00pm. 1st Thurs. of the month. Open to anyone, who has lived in Parksville and surrounding areas for less than 5 years. Parksville Community Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville.

250-248-6234 154 East Island Highway, Parksville • 250-248-3433

Old Time Fiddlers 7:30pm. Dance or just

listen, all ages welcome. $2.50p.p, includes snacks. Rotary House (corner of Beach & Fern), 211 Fern Rd W, Qualicum Beach. 250-586-3743

FRI jun 5 Horne Lake Canoe Tour 9:00am. Join us for a new twist on a nature walk; a nature paddle. A brief introductory canoe lesson will start you off no experience necessary - followed by a paddle along the shoreline of Horne Lake. All canoes and safety equipment, a hotdog roast and transportation to and from Oceanside Place are provided. Cost is $75.

Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks to pre-register.

Oceanside Place Arena, 830 W. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-2483252

Northwest Bay PROBUS Club 9:15am. 1st Fri. each month. Speaker: Commander Darren Rich, CFMETR Nanoose Bay, All Welcome! St. Marys Church, 2600 Powder Point Road, Nanoose Bay. 250-821-9957

FREE Technology Topics Workshop 9:30am. Introduction to Editing/Formatting Documents - Part 2.

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Learn to open/close/ save/saveas and more.

Family Place, 494 Bay Avenue, Parksville. 250947-8258

Parksville Museum Farmers Market 5:00pm. Every Fri. in Craig Heritage Park, surrounded by pioneer buildings from the early days of Parksville, features local farmers & artisans. Until Oct 9.

Craig Heritage Park &

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

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

Mr. MT Jar Band 7:00pm. Join us for an energetic night of harp driven Blues featuring Tim “Blind Boy” Hanika with the Mr. MT Jar Band. Smoke N Water Restaurant at Pacific Shores Resort, 1600 Stroulger Rd, Nanoose Bay. 250-468-7192

Acoustic Cafe 7:30pm. 1st Fri. of each month. $5 for an entertaining varied open stage and a feature act. $5 / under 12 Free. Rotary House, 211 Fern Rd W, Qualicum Beach. 250752-1162

SAt jun 6 Qualicum Beach Farmers Market 8:30am. A great way to start your Saturday morning. 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.

Veterans Way, Qualicum Beach. 250-248-8005

Pancake Breakfast 8:30am. Every Sat. includes pancakes, sausages, coffee & orange juice. Adults $6/Kids 5-10yrs $3/under 5 Free.

Legion, 180 Veterans Way, Qualicum Beach.

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Arrowsmith Tennis Club 8:45am. Round Robin tournament and sandwich lunch. Springwood Park, 450 Despard Ave, Parksville. 250-2487280

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Red Cross Standard First Aid with AED/ CPR C 14yrs+ 9:00am. Sat & Sun, June 6 & 7. This is a 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 pre-requisite for National Lifeguard certification. Cost is $150.80.

Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks to pre-register.

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Errington Farmers Market 10:00am. Fresh produce, local crafts, great food, coffee, sticky buns and lots of atmosphere. Live music every Saturday.

Errington Community Park, 1390 Errington Road, Errington. 250586-0099

Raiders of Lost Art Show and Sale 10:00am. The Oceanside Grandmothers to Grandmothers present a oneday only sale of donated quality art, including paintings, sculpture, pottery, stained glass and fabric art from 10am to 4pm.

Admission is free. All proceeds to the Stephen Lewis Foundation Grandmothers Campaign. Quality Resort Bayside, 240 Dogwood St, Parksville.

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WALK ALS FOR

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Chantler was a regular at many of the he Mid-Island Walk for ALS takes place on June 7 in events at the Errington Hall including the Parksville and a long time dances and to some he was even known resident of the area wants to as the dancing carpenter. raise $3000 in the fundraiser for the ALS He was recognized by the hall board society. last year for all of his volunteer work at Murray Chantler who lives in Errington the Errington hall which included taking is taking part in the walk in his wheelchair, care of the wooden floor he spent many helped along by years dancing on. family and friends.

Chantler now It wasn’t that long lives with the "I want to do anything I can ago when Chantler progressive and would have been degenerative to help raise funds for the able to run the neuromuscular ALS Society." entire length of disease and while the walk and then it has taken away Murray Chantler some. his independence and his ability But his life to work as a changed drastically carpenter it hasn’t robbed his conviction in April 2010 when he was diagnosed to live life to its fullest in spite of his with PLS (Primary Lateral Sclerosis) a challenges. variant of ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) commonly known as Lou “PLS is a debilitating disease that has Gehrig’s disease. so far attacked my balance, mobility, dexterity, speech and swallowing.

"I used to skate, rollerblade, and cycle, However, PLS is not going to get my swim, play volleyball and baseball, ballroom and Latin dance,” he said. spirit, determination or sense of humour,”

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he exclaimed and added, “I want to do anything I can to help raise funds for the ALS Society.”

The ALS Society supports research towards treatments and a cure and it provides support and services for quality care for people with ALS/PLS and their families.

Chantler said when you are confronted with the news that you have a motor neuron disease such as ALS or PLS, the clinic in Vancouver very quickly suggests that you join the ALS Society.

Across Canada the society offers a multitude of services from equipment loans to transportation and lodging for medical appointments to counselling for patients and their families.

All of the services are free and money to provide them is raised independent of government.

“I personally have benefited from the equipment loan program with the loan (for as long as I need them) of a bed rail, a bath bench, a transfer belt, numerous walkers (I've actually worn a few out), a lift chair, and now a power wheelchair,”

Chantler pointed out.

He said he and his wife will also use the counselling services offered by professionals trained in the nuances of the disease.

“It doesn't take much to realize the tremendous financial assistance all of this is, in addition to the emotional uplift of knowing that there is help and we are not alone in this fight.”

The Mid Island Walk for ALS is in Parksville on Sunday, June 7 at the square behind city hall with registration at 11 a.m. and the walk starting at noon.

If you would like to help Chantler meet his fundraising goal visit www.walkforals.ca and follow the links.

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SQUARE BEHIND CITY HALL 100 Jensen Ave, Parksville www.walkforals.ca Registration at 11am, run starts at noon Story by BRENDA GOUGH

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LITTLE MOUNTAIN

Little Mountain's lookout provides a South facing panorama overlooking Errington, with many local peaks forming a jagged horizon. While the moderately easy trails to the top are popular with hikers, horse riders, runners and dog walkers, those who want to enjoy the view without the effort can drive to the top of the hill and drink in the scenery just a few metres from where they've parked.

June weather on Vancouver Island is unpredictable, but that's no reason to avoid heading outdoors.

Between Nanoose and Deep Bay and inland to the summit of Arrowsmith, there are options for hiking, biking, paddling or just enjoying the easily accessed beauty of Parksville and Qualicum Beach.

While Horne Lake, Cathedral Grove and Parksville Beach get plenty of well earned attention, here are 5 less well known gems to discover without going far afield.

All trails are described on the “Hikes and Bike Trails” section of www.outsideradventures.com

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ROSEWALL CREEK

This fairly flat riverside route starts just North of Cook Creek Road. This established trail winds upstream through the trees, past marshes and across gravel bars which submerge during wetter months.

The trees and water provide a cool, shaded environment with ample opportunity to refresh on hot days and a rich, verdant atmosphere with a sheltering canopy when it rains.

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NANOOSE HILL

Also known as “The Notch”, this is the hill across Nanoose Bay as you drive to and from Nanaimo. Climbing just a few dozen metres, it's always surprising to experience plants and topography that are rarely seen so close to civilization.

The short, but steep trail network allows approach from a number of sides so there are options to explore, rather than making a beeline for the top.

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QUALICUM BEACH

While Parksville's sandy expanse and nearby playpark attract many families, Qualicum Beach offers amenities and attractions close to the water and with an attractive, alternative view of the Salish Sea. Along with cafes' bars, restaurants and accommodation in easy reach, kayak and paddleboard rentals let families, tourists or experienced paddlers set off from this sheltered bay for an hour on the water or a day long adventure.

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HAMMERFEST BIKE TRAILS

Located near Englishman River Falls on the North Eastern flank of the Arrowsmith Massif, these trails hosted some of Vancouver Island's earliest mountain bike races. The gradient and technical features favour more experienced riders, but are equally enjoyable on either lightweight cross country bikes or longer travel freeride bikes.

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In stock, for home, work, car & school Ask about custom made packs & group sales for businesses, residents’ associations, PACs & other organizations.

138 West 2nd Ave. Qualicum Beach • 250-752-6610 • outsideradventures.com

whatsondigest.com // June 2015 SAt jun 6 CONT... on the Royals. A double header against the White Rock Tritons. The first game starts at 12:15 pm and the second at 2:45pm. Springwood Park, 500 Despard Ave, Parksville.

Opening Reception 1:00pm. The DeCosmos Fine Arts Society and Emerson’s Emergents combine years of creative experience with the freshness and exuberance of the beginning artist. Please join us for the Opening Reception to be held at the gallery between 1 & 3pm where there will be an opportunity to meet the artists and enjoy the works of art. McMillan Arts Centre, 133 McMillan St, Parksville. 250-2488185

Life on Your Belly 2:00pm. Snakes in BC presentation with Kari Nelson dispelling the slithery, slimy snake myths and sharing information and education of all things wonderful about BC snakes.

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

250-248-8534

Guided Tours 3:00pm. See website for Meditation Class times!

June Tours: Tuesdays 11am & Saturdays 3pm,

By Donation. Kathok Centre, 2800 Grafton

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Ave, Coombs. 250 586 5882

Cat rooms come with outside runs Separate senior & small dog lodging Large rooms to accommodate large breeds Dogs are exercised three times per day

Access Oceanside Association Annual Fundraiser 5:00pm. Proceeds going to improving Oceanside’s Accessibility & Awareness. Dinner, Speakers, Door Prizes & Silent Auction. Tickets Available at Life Support, RCL#49, and online www.accessforall. com, $40 includes dinner. Royal Canadian Legion, Hirst Ave, Parksville.

250-927-5115

EXERCISE. ATTENTION. LOVE.

250-248-3637

1227 Bowlby Rd., Errington • erringtonpetlodge.ca

VISIT US

EVERY TUESDAY

Live Music with Cruze Control

at the Summer by the Sea Street Market on Craig Street.

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

250-752-9111

6pm-9pm

Lazy Mike and the Rockin Recliners

June 16 to Sept 1

7:00pm. Smoke N Water Restaurant at Pacific Shores Resort, 1600 Strougler Rd, Nanoose Bay. 250-468-7192

Nick Gilder & Sweeney Todd Live 7:30pm. Advanced Tickets $35 and $40 at the door.

Parksville Community and Conference Centre, 132 Jensen Ave, Parksville.

250-816-5653

Bobbies Comedy Night 7:30pm. Matt Billon and Myles Anderson are preforming. Tickets at Arbutus Emporium Qualicum, Soak Essentials Parksville, Bobbiescomedynight.com or call 877-

104-280 ISLAND HWY E. PARKSVILLE 250-248-2673 Bosleys in Parksville

Best View in Town Watch the Fireworks from the Bistro Open 7 Days a Week

BREAKFAST • LUNCH • DINNER • DAILY SPECIALS

Canada Day Fireworks OPENING JUNE 15

25% off all personal training sessions BOOTCAMPS • PERSONAL TRAINING • NUTRITION PLANS

1075 Troy Place, Qualicum Beach • 250-228-2894 www.legendstraining.com

Dinner Buffet, July 1 Reservations a must

250.248.8333

240 Dogwood Street, Parksville www.qualityresortparksville.com

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808-2333. Tickets $20 in advance & $25 at the door. Civic Centre, 747 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach. 250-240-1233

Stress Factor 8:30pm Live at French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Rd, Parksville. 250248-3713

Sun jun 7 The River Run 10:00am. 10K Run and 5K Walk/Run. Walk or Run along the trails of the Englishman River. Adults $30, Seniors/Students $20, Children under 14 Free when accompanied by and adult. Fundraiser for Mid Vancouver Island Habitat Enhancement Society. End of Allsbrook Road, Parksville.

250-607-7038

PARKSVILLE & QUALICUM BEACH

COME & ENJOY TWILIGHT GOLF (After 3pm)

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Nine holes $21 Nine & Dine $33.50 ($16 credit in Restaurant) 469 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach 250-752-6312 WWW.GOLFQUALICUM.CA

10th Annual MidIsland Walk for ALS 11:00am. A fun, family friendly event that occurs across the country. Join thousands of Canadians in the fight against ALS. Every dollar you raise goes to provide equipment, support services, education for the ALS Community, and fund research to find a cure. www.walkforals.ca

Nanaimo Chamber Orchestra 2:30pm. The program, “A Fine Harmony”, also includes Concerto Grosso V by Händel, An English Suite by Hubert Parry, Day Dreams by Haydn Wood, and Cançoneta by Joaquin Rodrigo. Come, enjoy the vitality and charm of Music Director, Karl Rainer, and the music of this very live string orchestra. Adult: $20 Child: $under 12, free Student: $5. St. Edmund’s Anglican Church, 407 Wembley Mall, Parksville 250-729-8910

Sunday Afternoon Old Time Dance 2:30pm. 1st Sun. Every Month. All ages $2.50 p.p, includes snacks.

Great music, many dance styles. Rotary House, 211 Fern Road, Qualicum Beach. 250-586-3743

Ballroom & Latin Dance Classes 6:30pm. Every Sun. Lighthouse Community Centre, 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay. 778-424-9994

Community Dance 7:00pm. Music for all tastes. Sing-A-Long karaoke, snacks, dessert and coffee, door prizes.

Tickets $20. All proceeds will be helping the Homeless, Hurting and Hungry in our community. Beach Club Resort, 181 Beachside Drive, Parksville.

250-248-8999

Mon jun 8 Canadian Federation of University Women PV/Qualicum 7:00pm. Interesting programs, refreshments.

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

tue jun 9 Parksville Lioness Club 6:30pm. 2nd. and 4th.

Tue. of the month. A group of service minded women committed to raising funds and service to the community while creating lasting friendships. The Lions Den, 241 Molliet St. Parksville.

250-586-6555

Campfire Sing-a-long 7:00pm. 2nd Tue of the month. Bring your instrument, bring yourself, make some music. $5 drop-in, $3 eats & treats.

Lazy Mikes House of Music, 961 Clarke Road, Qualicum Beach. 250594-9951

SERVICES OFFERED RMT & Massage Gehwol Pedicures Brisa Lite Gel Manicures Enlightened Lash Extensions LHR The Best Waxing in Town Wedding Day Inspirations & many more

The Beach Club

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www.synergydayspa.ca Mon to Sat 10am to 7pm

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(Children 7-10yrs) $6.95 (Children under 6yrs) By Age

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OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK:

Tue.-Thu. 11am-9pm; Fri.-Sat. 11am-9:30pm; Sun.-Mon. 4-9pm

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wed jun 10 Public Open House 10:00am. Town Hall, 660 Primrose Street, Qualicum Beach. 250752-6921

Soupy Cafe 12:00pm. Every Wed. Community Lunch, drop in activity time. Cards, Ping Pong, Chess. All ages welcome. Lunch by donation. Lighthouse Community Hall, 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay. 250-757-9991

Nanoose Garden Club 1:00pm. Nanoose Garden Club, together with Eaglecrest Garden Club and Qualicum Beach

Garden Club host: Avoiding summer doldrums great plants for summer and fall with Gary Lewis of Phoenix Perennials, Richmond. Adult: $5 Member: free. Nanoose Place, 2925 Northwest Bay, Nanoose Bay. 250821-0846

An Open Mic

Magnolia Court Summer Market

People and Plants Ethnobotany

5:30pm. Every Wed night. 5:30-8pm runs till Aug 26, to enjoy live music, entertainment, food and shopping at Bowser’s Magnolia Court Summer Market. Don’t miss out! 6996 Island Highway West, Bowser.

250-947-5231

7:00pm. Every second Wed. Acoustic Open Mic With Dave Marco and Ron Stewart. Smoke n Water Restaurant, 1600 Stroulger Rd, Nanoose Bay. 1-208-473-2461

tHu jun 11 10:00am. Enjoy a stroll along the Lighthouse Country Regional Trail, as we reveal the many local plants that you could use for your own survival and comfort on a daily basis. Cost is $15.50. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks at

250-248-3252 to preregister. View recreation programs online at rdn. bc.ca/recreation. Lighthouse Country Regional Trail. 250-248-3252

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

Live with Kevins Trio 7:00pm. Classic rock and country rock. Deez Bar & Grill, 3353 W Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-8055

Old Time Fiddlers 7:30pm. Dance or just listen, all ages welcome. $2.50 p.p, includes

JUNE 20, 2015

Ripple Rock Gem & Mineral Show 2015 Saturday June 13, 10 am - 5 pm Sunday June 14, 10 am - 4 pm Vendors, Demo’s, Displays, Gold Panning, Soapstone Carving, Silent Auction, Kid’s Corner, Jalapeno Grill Timberline Gymnasium 1681 S. Dogwood, Campbell River Ripple Rock Gem & Mineral WO2w.indd 1

$3 Admission - FREE for children under 12

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Quadra Islands

RIVERSIDE RESORT

A great place to relax.

1ST ANNUAL

best little getaway Secure bike storage & bike wash station available

250-285-2422 672 Macklin Rd, Heriot Bay, BC

www.chipperfieldhollow.com Proud Partner of the

4th Annual Qualicum Beach Day Sunday July 5

SEASON OPENER

PARTY JUNE 14, 2015 9AM TO 4PM

FREE KIDS ACTIVITIES PANCAKE BREAKFAST POOL AND WATERSLIDE

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VAN COUV E R I S L A N D C ON C E RT S E R I E S

BRInGInG THe BeST OF COunTRY, ROOTS, FOLK, BLueGRASS & AMeRICAnA

PAUL LAINE "When DarkHorse opened for Canadian country music artist Chad Brownlee... it was a thrill to perform for more than 1500 people. " Paul Laine ~ Singer, Songwriter

A

n up 'n coming new country band featuring acclaimed singer songwriter Paul Laine will be the headliner for a Vancouver Island concert series that starts in Qualicum Beach June 19.

North of Nashville is bringing the best of country, roots, folk, bluegrass, and Americana to the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre with DarkHorse as the headliner.

Fuelled by the writing and singing of home grown musician Paul Laine the band which formed in 2012 defines the term New Country and is already drawing national attention.

This is not the first go-round in the musical arena for Laine who

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developed his musical chops at Kwalikum Secondary School.

“I grew up in Qualicum and got signed when I was 19. I started playing trumpet when I was 11 and Bill Cave who was my music teacher recognized my talent. He said he was going to put me in the high school band even though I was only 11. He said I had to play another instrument because I don’t know what to do with you, so he said play bass. I said ok but I really didn’t want to because I had no concept of rock and roll because I wasn’t allowed rock music at my house,” explained Laine.

He said as a kid he always knew what he wanted to do and his friend and neighbour Phil Dwyer was a huge influence.

“I got lucky because I grew up next to Mozart that’s what I call Phil. I met him when I was five and he was my first giant musical influence because he was the only kid to play with in the neighbourhood and he was a year older than me but he was unbelievable.

He was crazy good. At six years old he would come over and play the entertainer and I watched him so that is how I got my start.”

Laine left school when he was 15 and started playing his bass in rock bands.

He began his professional career as a solo artist then was the singer of Danger Danger, a rock band out of New York.

He toured America and Europe for 12 years and made five records with the band.

He then decided it was time to grow up and approach a different side of the music and started a recording studio.

“I moved to Vancouver and started writing commercials and doing TV spots. I thought I would give it a shot and I did that for seven years and I hated it,” he admitted.

He said eventually the industry pulled him back but this time his country roots

emerged.

He started writing for B.C. based country songstress Stacey McKitrick when he realized he had a real love for that kind of music.

“I kept writing songs that seemed like they were for me. I had four of five of these songs put aside and I had to find an artist for them and one day a friend of mine said why don’t you just do this?

So I thought o.k. I started writing more and eventually I had an album.”

The album called Let It Ride was released in April last year and DarkHorse has been thrilling audiences with country-rock style of music ever since.

Laine said when DarkHorse opened for Canadian country music artist Chad Brownlee April 2 at Arbutus Meadows it was a thrill to perform for more than 1500 people.

“It was a wonderful show. It meant a lot for me to come home because I had not played here in 25 years and people went nuts.”

He is hoping the home town crowd at the Civic Centre in Qualicum Beach will be just as enthusiastic when they play June 19.

Haley Sales who also spent some time growing up in these parts will be opening the show.

David James and BIG RIVER Canada's most acclaimed Johnny Cash tribute band will also be performing.

MORE INFORMATION

QUALICUM BEACH CIVIC CENTRE 747 Jones St. Qualicum Beach TICKETS: Mulberry Bush Bookstores Parksville & Qualicum Beach and at www.porttheatre.com Story by BRENDA GOUGH

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tHu jun 11 CONT... snacks. Great music, many dance styles. Rotary House (corner of Beach & Fern), 211 Fern Rd W, Qualicum Beach.

250-586-3743

FRI jun 12 BC Shellfish & Seafood Festival June 12-21. The 9th annual BC Shellfish & Seafood Festival is the largest festival of its kind in British Columbia! Located in the Comox Valley. 1-855400-2882

Bluenose Motors Open Classic Mens Triples 9:00am. June 12, 13 & 14.

Watch players from the Island and Lower Mainland compete in this prestigious event. Check parksvillelawnbowlingclub.com for game times Visitors always welcome.

Parksville Lawn Bowling, 149 E. Standford Avenue, Parksville. 250-9543930

FREE Technology Topics Workshop 9:30am. iPad Photography. Extend your iPads capabilities with some fun apps and learn how to transfer photos to your computer. Family Place, 494 Bay Avenue, Parksville. 250-947-8258

Eastbound Train 7:00pm. An energetic new band on Nanaimo’s music scene. Genres take the audience through hazy country, partyfilled bluegrass, R&B and songs from 50’s to the 80’s. Smoke N Water Restaurant at Pacific Shores Resort, 1600 Strougler Road, Nanoose Bay. 250-468-7192

Jennifer Scott Trio 7:30pm. The ever-popular jazz trio led by Jennifer Scott. Doors 7p.m. Jennifer

Scott is considered to be the finest Jazz Vocal Improviser in Canada by her fellow musicians and her extensive fan base., Tickets $15 and $12 for OCAC members. McMillan Arts Centre, 133 McMillan St, Parksville. 250-248-8185

Big Twang Theory 8:30pm Live at French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Rd, Parksville. 250248-3713

SAt jun 13 Youth Park Hop Tour 13-18yrs 9:00am. Through a series of clues discover the secrets of Moorecroft and Beachcomber beaches.

Solve the final puzzle after visiting both parks to uncover the hidden mystery! Pick up and drop off at Oceanside Place Arena. Cost is $24.50.

Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks to pre-register.

View recreation programs online at rdn.bc.ca/recreation. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 W. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250248-3252

Red Cross Child Care Emergency First Aid with AED/CPR 14yrs+ 9:00am. Do you live or work with small children?

This course is designed for parents and caregivers of children and is approved by the Provincial Community Care Licensing Branch. This course covers home hazards, accident prevention, safety education, CPR, first aid skills for common emergencies and automated external defibrillators.

Retraining is recommended every 3 years.

From 9am to 5pm. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks at 250-752-5014 to pre-register. Qualicum Commons, 744 Primrose Street, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-5014

The Ultimate

Summer is the perfect time to rejuvenate your mind, body and spirit at the #1 Spa in British Columbia!

Your day includes: • A dip in the Grotto Mineral Pool • Choice of One Hour Spa Treatment* • Hand or Foot Paraffin Dip • En�less Tapas Dining Experience

$

Reservations 250-248-1838

175

Taxes and gratuities are additional

10% off Spa Retail on the day of your visit

*Excludes RMT massage

Available until September 4, 2015 Available Monday to Friday

Fresh

VANCOUVER

ISLAND

Enjoy a 3 course dinner or A La Carte Available until the end of June!

Here’s a sample of just a few of your choices!

Cortes Island Clams • Smoked Tuna Niçoise • Salad Heirloom Tomato Tart Bison Striploin • Porcini Crusted Halibut • Citrus Seared Albacore Tuna Citrus Cheese Cake • Deconstructed Nanaimo Bar

cedars

Reservations: 250-248-2333

restaurant & lounge

contemporary rustic cuisine

Taxes and gratuities are additional

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Ayurvedic “Abhyanga” Oil Massage Raindrop/Vitaflex Aromatherapy Massage Sacred Heart Quantum Reiki Tibetan Singing Bowl Massage

Day Spa

Visit balanching.wordpress.com or balanching@hotmail.com

1707 Country Road, Qualicum Beach 250-752-8152 ORTIVE A FUN & SUPPENT NM RO VI EN YOUR TO ENHANCE ESS HEALTH & FITN EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE! CLASSES • CARDIO • FREE WEIGHTS • CIRCUIT TRAINING

250-248-3144 www.JimsGym.ca 1222 INDUSTRIAL WAY, PARKSVILLE

Fyfe’s WELL DRILLING LTD. WELL DRILLING PUMPING SYSTEMS DRILLING TOOLS

Shellfish Foraging Workshop 9:00am. Brian Kingzett, Manager of the Deep Bay Marine Field Station, will lead small groups on a foraging excursion, sampling salty-sweet ocean delicacies, Pacific Oysters and Manila Clams direct from their shells on the shellfish research farm of the University. $125 per person. Deep Bay Marine Field Station, 370 Crome Point Road, Deep Bay. 250-740-6611

The Beautiful World of Bees 9:00am. With Hayley Bennett from the Nanaimo Bee Club. Hayley will be onsite all day with hands-on items to show including fragrant honey combs. She will also bring a selection of the equipment needed to set up your own beehive, including veils and gloves for the public to try on. All things bees will be explored in an interactive forum. North Island Wildlife Recovery Centre, 1240 Leffler Road, Errington. 250-248-8534

Orange Bridge Market

1-800-7580-FYFE (3933) 250-752-9358 • fyfedrilling@shaw.ca www.fyfedrilling.com 3331 ALBERNI HIGHWAY, QUALICUM BEACH

in qu al ic um be ac DINNER FOR

10:00am. Every Sat. Arts & crafts, clothing, jewelry, flea market items, entertainment & more!

Space available for $10.

Orange Bridge Centre, 716 Island Highway, Parksville. 250-5863800

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every tuesday night

Free Individual Technology Help 10:00am. In the TLC lab at Family Place on the 2nd Sat. of the month.

Family Place, 494 Bay Avenue, Parksville. 250947-8258

Worldwide Knit In Public Day 11:00am. Come and knit on the beach on Worldwide Knit In Public Day! Bring your knitting and a chair, and whatever else you think you might need - hat, sunscreen, food and water, etc. Tourist Info Centre, on the beach, Qualicum Beach.

250-594-3608

Guided Tours Tibetan Temples in Coombs 3:00pm. Tues. 11am & Sat. 3pm. Free Guided Tours of two authentic Tibetan Buddhist Temples in Coombs. 5 mins from Goats on the Roof.

Gift Shop open during tours. By donation.

Kathok Centre, 2800 Grafton Ave, Coombs.

250-586-5882

Live Music with Bad Examples 7:00pm. The Shady Waterfront Restaurant & Pub, 3109 Island Hwy W, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-9111

The Lion, The Bear, The Fox Live 7:30pm. presented by Arbutus Events. $20 advance $25 door. Tickets at Quality Resort Bayside Soak Essentials, and

PARKSVILLE

SUMMER BY THE SEA STREET MARKET EVERY TUESDAY EVENING ON CRAIG STREET STARTING JUNE 16TH

Local Artisans, Clothing, Gifts & Home Décor.

Meet your friends at the Brimm

All the essentials for your home & body.

Catering Available

Soap Making Lessons call for next available class

#4-180 Craig Street

250-586-3403

Breakfast

EARTH FRIENDLY

PRODUCTS & CLOTHING

Now Open in Parksville!

Proud to be the industry’s leader of the highest quality personal vaporizers and Canandian made e-juice.

109 Craig St, Parksville 250-586-6630

117 Craig St • 250-248-2501 shadesofgreenmindbodyhome.com

featuring

Cocco Bella Fashions LINEN, SILK, VISCOSE AND COTTON FASHIONS ARRIVING DAILY. LADIES’ FASHIONS & ACCESSORIES HOME DECOR

plus

Mercedes Lane

Lunch

www.pacificbrimm.com 123 Craig Street • 250-248-3336

www.soakessentials.com

e-cigarettes, e-smoking accessories over 140 flavours of e-juice

•

Spirit Bear Coffee • Licensed Catering • Private Courtyard Casual Atmosphere Private Parties available

119 Craig St, Parksville 250-248-2662 www.mercedeslane.ca

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exessories, mid-island’s premier, contemporary, adult store is moving its location. For almost ten years they have been and will continue to be dedicated to providing a sophisticated, discreet shopping experience to the Parksville, Qualicum Beach area and beyond.

Sexessories opened on the main strip in Parksville in 1995. It’s owned and operated, by long term Parksville resident Sheila Abbott and supported by knowledgeable, mature staff, trained to provide education and recommendations based on individual needs.

Sexessories mission is to provide it’s patrons the highest level of confidential and knowledgeable customer service to adults of all ages, in a warm, inviting retail store, filled with premium pleasure toys, lingerie (up to 4x), beauty & body items, candles, playful gifts, novelties, and so much more!

Sexessories is thrilled they are moving to a larger, fabulous new location, opening July 2, 2015 with a grand opening sale and celebration the following week. They will still be on the main strip, at # 4-102 E Island Hwy, Park Plaza, Parksville. Please see their Facebook page and website for details of upcoming dates and details for a summer sure to sizzle at the neW LOCATIOn.

ReVived Vintage. Quality Resort Bayside, 240 Dogwood St, Parksville.

250-937-0999

188: Velasquez vs.

Werdum 7:00pm Live at French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Rd, Parksville. 250248-3713

Sun jun 14 Riverside Resort 1st Annual Season Opener Party 9:00am. Pancake breakfast, Pool and Waterslide are open! Mini golf open!

Mini Golf Tournament Free bouncy castles from Bouncearound, Free kids activities. Riverside Resort, 3506 Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250752-9544

Mon jun 15 Legends Fitness Opens 10:00am. Bootcamps, personal training and nutrition plans. Free 1hr. consultations 25% off all personal training programs. Legends Training, 1075 Troy Place, Parksville. 250-228-2894

Hiking Information Session 6:30pm. Have you ever wanted to explore some of the area’s beautiful mountains? A local alpine guide shares tips and resources for family adventures and avid hikers. Ask questions before heading out on RDN guided hikes or self-guided explorations. Cost is $8.75.

Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks to pre-register.

View recreation programs online at rdn.bc.ca/recreation. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 W. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250248-3252

tue jun 16 Caregivers Support Group 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, no need to register) Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville.

250-951-0243

New Location

After ten years of serving the romantic and erotic needs of district 69 and beyond, Sexessories is relocating this July to a more spacious and central location just a couple of blocks up the Island Hwy. Visit our website and facebook page for upcoming details of our grand opening, exciting new products, events and more...

250-248-7369 #4-102 E ISLAND HWY (PARK PLAZA)

where bigger WILL be better

MID-ISLAND'S FINEST SELECTION OF PREMIUM ADULT TOYS, ROMANTIC & EROTIC GIFTS & LINGERIE SIZED SMALL TO 4X

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Summer by the Sea Street Market

licum Beach. 250-7579103

6:00pm. Every Tues.

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.

Craig St, Parksville. 250248-3613

Introduction to the Ideal Protein Weight Loss Program

PQ Linux/Android Users Group 6:30pm. A community of Linux and Android users of differing skill levels and areas of expertise. Bring your laptop, Chromebook or Android device, if you like. Leave message at number provided.

A&W Restaurant, 540 E. Island Hwy, Parksville.

250-248-3570

Mid-Island Castaways Fly Fishing Club 6:30pm. third Tues. of each month. Social 6:30pm. Meeting starts at 7pm. Speakers, refreshments and announcements of special events and classes. Everyone is welcome.For further information and events check the club website: midislandcastaways.com, Civic Centre, 747 Jones Street, Qua-

7:00pm. Find out about the effective and safe method of weight loss that Pharmasave staff and patients are using to burn fat and feel great. You will be able to taste some of the delicious Ideal Protein foods.

(Space is limited, call 951-0243 to register.)

Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Pharmasave. 250-951-0243

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

wed jun 17

Summer Tune-Up! • Oil Change • Brake Service • Coolant Flush and More!

VILLAGE GARAGE

665 Memorial Ave. Qualicum Beach 250-752-9542

HAIRSTY LI N G P E RM S C OLO U R S Call for Appointment

Setting Trends 250-248-0526 UNISEX

HAIRSTUDIO

WEMBLEY MALL #9B-826 ISL. HWY, PARKSVILLE

WHERE SOUTHERN BBQ MEETS WEST COAST FRESH!

Shellfish Foraging Workshop 9:00am. Brian Kingzett, Manager of the Vancouver Island University Deep Bay Marine Field Station, will lead small groups on a foraging excursion, sampling salty-sweet ocean delicacies, Pacific Oysters and Manila Clams direct from their shells on the shellfish research farm of the University., $125 per person. Deep Bay Marine Field Station, 370 Crome Point Road, Deep Bay. 250-740-6611

BBQ Steak & Seafood • Forno Pizza • Craft Beer Ocean View • Live Music • Patio Oceanside Summer Concert Series at Pacific Shores Resort 1-1600 Stroulger Rd. Parksville

250-468-7192

www.smokenwater.com

THUNDERBIRD RV Park & Campground

250-286-3344

2660 Spit Road, Campbell River, B.C. V9W 6E3 tbirdrvpark@telus.net www.thunderbirdrvpark.com

Surrounded by water views • Full Service • Boat Launch • Licensed Restaurant • Fishing Charters • Whale Tours • Eco Tours • Wireless Internet • Washrooms • Showers • Laundromat • Cable • Fire Pits • 5 minutes from town

Stay 2 nights, get the 3rd night FREE! Selected dates apply.

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more about what they do in Oceanside. t has been a place where people celebrate weddings, dance to “The Lioness group is having a cupcake their favourite bands, watch walk. Rotary will be there selling hot movies and get exercise. dogs with proceeds going to local charity.

Forward house is working on their booth For 15 years the Parksville Community and we will have popcorn and cotton and Conference Centre has been the candy.” she said. site of many momentous occasions and now the society The Parksville which operates the Community Centre centre is throwing Society was formed "The free event includes a party to mark the in 1996 with the music, games, activities occasion. goal of getting a new community centre including a dunk tank and On June 20 the for Parksville. centre also known food vendors." as the PCCC will Prior to 2000 the host Carnival Days city had lacked only from 10 a.m. to 4 one thing - a central p.m. gathering place.

The public is invited to come out and Through more than six years of hard work enjoy all the interactive booths put on by and dedication a deal was made through different community groups. the City, School District 69 and VIU to partner and allow the old school on Jensen The free event includes music, games, Ave. to be rebuilt into a community centre. activities including a dunk tank and food vendors.

The doors of the new community centre were officially opened on July 1, 2003.

Spokesperson Margaret Spruit said they are encouraging community groups to Spruit said over the years the centre has become involved so the public can learn increased its ability to accommodate a

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variety of bookings.

“This is an expanding building and we are always updating or purchasing more equipment to meet the needs of renters. We just replaced our chairs.

We have also acquired risers, ovens and new sound equipment. This year we are looking at getting new kitchen equipment.”

She said the building is well used by the community with at least 20 groups using it on a regular basis.

Spruit said with this being the 15 year anniversary for the non-profit society running the centre they wanted to thank the community and all the people who have been involved with the centre.

“The board decided it would be great to do a Community Carnival Day which will allow all the community groups to get involved and it would be at no cost for the community so everyone can attend.”

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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

Lifeguard Seminar 13 yrs+ 4:00pm. Working as a lifeguard/swim instructor is a great job for youth. Work in a team environment; learn valuable leadership and life skills but most of all have FUN working with kids!

Find out more at a free info session. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks at 250-752-5014 to preregister. View recreation programs online at rdn. bc.ca/recreation. Ravensong Aquatic Centre, 737 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250-248-3252

Womens Health Matters 4:00pm. Join women’s health expert, Lisa Leger, fresh from the Society for Menstrual Cycle Research conference to discuss the latest on menstrual health and reproductive rights.

(Parksville Pharmasave meeting room). Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville.

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Sno Cone Swim 6:30pm. Join the lifeguards for fun in the pool and a tasty sno cone treat! Everyone welcome swim from 6:30 to 8:00 pm. Regular admission.

Ravensong Aquatic Centre, 737 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250248-3252

An Open Mic 7:00pm. every second

Wednesday. Acoustic Open Mic With Dave Marco and Ron Stewart.

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tHu jun 18 Drop-in Tennis 8:00am. Tues & Thurs.

8am-12pm. Springwood Park, 450 Despard Ave, Parksville. 250-2487280

Coffee with Council 2:00pm. Residents are invited to join council for coffee and an informal chat on Thursday afternoons. No appointment necessary, just drop by City Hall between 2 pm and 4 pm on Thursday afternoons. Parksville City Hall, 100 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-2486144

Oysters 101 11:30pm. An evening of oysters and oyster lore.

Take a tour of this unique green research facility while learning about the various aspects of the Centre. Enjoy casual eats, raw and cooked oysters dishes, and BC oyster wine pairings. Part educational seminar, part cooking class, part oyster bar - this evening will be all fun! Deep Bay Marine Field Station, 370 Crome Point Road, Deep Bay. 250740-6611

FRI jun 19 FREE Technology Topics Workshop 9:30am. The library offers a number of services related to ebooks, audio books, magazines and video/film. Come and find out about them and get specifics about the Hoopla Service. Family Place, 494 Bay Avenue, Parksville. 250-9478258

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Jump for a Cure 10:00am. June 19, 20 & 21. Jump for a Cure Weekend Skydive Vancouver Island will make a donation from every Tandem skydive done that weekend to the Angels Abreast Dragon Boat Team. Your tandem skydive will include pictures and video as well as a commemorative t-shirt for $400. Register in advance to reserve your spot. Qualicum Beach Airport, 1000 Ravensbourne Lane, Qualcum Beach. 250-580-5867

West My Friend 7:00pm. Doors open at 6:30pm. Available for pre-sale at the McMillan Arts Centre, Tickets $15 and $12 for OCAC members. McMillan Arts Centre, 133 McMillan St, Parksville. 250-2488185

Seaside Cruizers Cruise Night 7:00pm. Departs from Oceanside GM at 7pm.

Everyone welcome.

Come early for food and displays. Free entry.

Oceanside GM, 512 East Island Highway, Parksville. 250-752-8838

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Sales. Tickets available at both Mulberry Bush Bookstores (Parksville and Qualicum), Tickets $34 Civic Centre, 747 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach. tlcentertainment@shaw.ca

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8:00am. Hike the steep historic trail that connects Cameron Lake to the sub-alpine. Along the way, pass waterfalls, ponds and lookouts with great views up and down the Georgia Strait.

Attendance at a Hiking Information Session is mandatory for all new participants. Cost is $45. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks to preregister. View recreation programs online at rdn. bc.ca/recreation. Ravensong Aquatic Centre, 737 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-5014

Oceanside Mind Body Spirit Expo

North of Nashville Volume 1 7:30pm. A concert series bringing you the best of country, roots, folk, bluegrass, and Americana to Victoria and other locations on Vancouver Island. Volume One brings: David James & Big River, DarkHorse & Hayley

10:00am. Celebrating serving the community for 15 years and invites you to join us at Carnival Day. Come out and enjoy all the different booths put on by different com-

7:00pm. Bluegrass, and Blues. NO Cover. Smoke N Water Restaurant at Pacific Shores Resort, 1600 Strougler Road, Nanoose Bay. 250-4687192

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Arrowsmith CPR Regional Trail (3,150 ft. 9hrs)

10:00am. Come and explore the treasures and wonderful creations of local business, and those of surrounding areas.

Most of us are looking for new and natural ways to improve our lives, through natural foods, supplements, relaxation and meditation, to cleaning of our chakras, uncluttering our thoughts, and allowing ourselves a little more love. Quality Resort Bayside, 240 Dogwood St, Parksville.

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SAt jun 20 CONT... munity groups. This is a free event.Games, activities, fun for everyone and something for everyone.

Local foods and snacks.

Local music. Parksville Community Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250248-6234

Free Individual Technology Help 10:00am. On the BLT2Go Bus. Vancouver Island Regional Library Qualicum Beach, 660 Primrose Street, Qualicum Beach. 250-9478258

Parksville Lyme Support Group 1:30pm. 3rd Sat. of each month. This group is open to anyone effected

by Lyme and Associated diseases. Email us at PQBLyme@gmail.com for more information.

Parksville Pharmasave meeting room, 281 E. Island highway, Parksville.

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Skye Donald: Arie Antiche 3:00pm. Join soprano Skye Donald and acclaimed Nanaimo accompanist Sharon Wishart for an afternoon of Arie Antiche: Italian Songs and Arias from the 16th and 17th century. $15 at the door. St. Stephens United Church, 150 Village Way, Qualicum Beach. 250248-9929

Seaside Cruizers Street Dance 6:00pm. Dancing in the streets to 50’s, 60’s, 70’s music featuring the Mallomba Boogie Band.

Dance runs from 6pm to 11pm. Food, souvenirs, raffles and lots of music. Free and fun for the whole family. Qualicum Beach. 250-752-8838

Live! The Enablers 7:00pm., The Shady Waterfront Restaurant & Pub, 3109 Island Hwy W, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-9111

Live! Little Big Shot 8:30pm Live at French

Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Rd, Parksville. 250248-3713

Summer Solstice Dance w/ Johnny Inappropriate 9:00pm. Tickets $25 available at Mod Apparel, Petal & Kettle: Parksville Florist & Tea Co., and Mercedes Lane or buy online. Funds raised will support Vancouver Islanders - Europe 2016, a trip of a lifetime for 14 Parksville hockey playing kids. Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 Jensen Ave E, Parksville. vancouverislanders@gmail.com

Sun jun 21 FoodSafe Level 1 Parksville 2015 8:30am. Tuition includes course, manual, provincial certificate and wallet card. $80. Cash only. Payment due at the start of the course.

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22nd Annual Fathers Day Show N Shine 9:00am. Over 600 vehicles from the 1920’s to today displayed right on the downtown streets of Qualicum Beach. A terrific family event to celebrate Father’s Day. Lots of shopping, food, souvenirs, raffles, and kid’s stuff. The show runs from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. Downtown Qualicum Beach. 250752-8838

Family Day at the NIWRA 10:00am. Loads of fun for everyone. Games, food & refreshments, crafts, wildlife crafts, balloon art, bird house painting, treasure hunt, colouring contest, and the biofact touch tables are all part of the event.

You might even meet a bear in costume. Bardo or Oliver the owl will be out to greet you as well.

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

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Mon jun 22 Arbutus Toastmasters 7:00pm. Every Mon. Everyone Welcome.

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

250-248-1926

tue jun 23 Drop-in Tennis 8:00am. Drop-in Tennis Tues & Thur. 8am to noon. Springwood Park, 450 Despard Ave, Parksville. 250-248-7280

wed jun 24 Happy Wanderers’ Travel Club 2:00pm. 4th Wed of the month. Travel desk opens at 1:00. New members are welcome. Shelly Road Hall, 186 Shelly Road, Parksville. chammill@ shaw.ca

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.

Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks at 250-7525014 to pre-register.View recreation programs online at rdn.bc.ca/recreation. Qualicum Commons, Primrose Street, Qualicum Beach. 250248-3252

tHu jun 25 5th Annual Fairy House Surprise 10:00am. Jun 25-28.

Meander the sun dap-

pled shadows of Milner Gardens on your selfguided search for area Fairy Houses may have magically appeared, in honour of International Fairy Day and Veronica Milner’s belief in fairies. Adults $11, students $6.50, children 12 and under free. Milner Gardens & Woodland, 2179 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6153

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Parksville Lioness Club 6:30pm. 2nd and 4th Tues of the month A group service minded women committed to rising funds and service to the community while creating lasting friendships. The Lions Den, 241 Molliet St., Parksville.

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

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FRI jun 26 Lighthouse Bluegrass Festival 10:00am. June 26-28.

Lighthouse Community Centre, 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay. 250-2408888

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4th Annual

How to Train Your Dragon Swim 1:30pm. Celebrate your first day of summer vacation dragon style! Our Ravensong team will keep you busy with an action packed afternoon full of games and fun activities.

Everyone Welcome swim with regular admissions.

Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks 250-752-5014 or view skate and swim schedules online at www. rdn.bc.ca/recreation.Ravensong Aquatic Centre, 737 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-5014

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Sunday July 5th Qualicum Beach 9:00 am Shriners Breakfast Starts 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Activities

For more information call 250-738-2198 or visit www.qualicumbeach.com/beachday

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developed by two prominent female nother great season of summer repertory theatre is directors as a showcase for women and about to begin in Qualicum was first produced in the US in 1984.

Beach.

“They actually wrote two of them. The Bard to Broadway’s 16th season starts first one was called A My Name Is Alice.

July 3 and runs until August 15 at the It was first produced by Bard to Broadway Village Theatre. in 2005. The second one was called A My Name Is Still Alice and that was produced Guaranteed to entertain local theatre

by Bard to Broadway in 2007. The one goers and tourists alike B2B will be we have we are calling Alice number presenting the musical review A… three and it is a My Name Will compendium of Always Be Alice, our favourite bits the enormously from Alice one popular comedy Guaranteed to entertain and Alice two,” The Owl and the local theatre goers and she explained.

Pussycat, Alfred Hitchcock’s The Butts said it has tourists alike 39 Steps and a number of small the teen musical stories that are Disney’s Aladdin. funny, insightful, and poignant and A…My Name will keep you laughing all night long.

Will Always Be Alice directed by Eileen Butts offers a marvellous kaleidoscope “It is a combination of anecdotes and of contemporary women. The 20-or-so songs in some cases there is a single self-contained songs and vignettes portray person on stage in some cases there are women of all ages and types in a wide two or three people on stage and in some variety of situations and relationships cases all five of the characters are on stage. from childhood to old age.

It has to do with a young woman going Butts said the musical review was on her first date, an older woman who is

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widowed going on her first blind date, three ladies who have never been to a male strip club before and interactions between a woman who is a psychologist and her patient.”

She said they are also presenting the unforgettably classic romantic-comedy script The Owl and the Pussycat which was filmed with Barbra Streisand in 1970.

“It is being directed by Gary Brown.

It is a lovely classic and I think it will be extremely popular because it is a delightful story.”

Brown will also be performing in The 39 Steps along with Rob Atkinson, Dan Osleeb and Kari Larsen.

Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python and you have The 39 Steps, a fast-paced whodunit for anyone who loves the magic of theatre.

Only 4 actors portray dozens of characters, requiring lightning fast quickchanges and occasionally for them to play multiple characters at once. Thus the film's "serious" spy story is played entirely for laughs.

“Gary Brown and Rob Atkinson are

the two who do most of the changes and I think they will have an enormous resonance with the audience,” Butts acknowledged and added.

“It is a funny who-done-it with a femme fatal and a spy and secret plans that are going to be stolen by the enemy and a false accusation of murder. I has just about every cliché in the bunch it is absolutely marvellous.”

Once again Hilary Whelton will be directing some talented young performers in the teen musical Disney’s Aladdin.

The musical adventure about a street rat who became a prince is filled with magic, mayhem and flying carpet rides.

For details on the entire 2015 line up visit: www.b2btheatre.com.

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TICKETS: Village Theatre Box Office 110 W. 2nd Avenue, Qualicum Beach Call 250-752-4470 or visit b2btheatre.ca Story by BRENDA GOUGH

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7:00pm. Tickets available for pre-sale at the McMillan Arts Centre, Tickets $15.00 and $12.00 for OCAC members. McMillan Arts Centre, 133 McMillan St, Parksville. 250-2488185

Sunset Paddle 7:45pm. The best way to unwind after a busy day.

Paddle a kayak into the glow of the setting sun, breathe deep and relax.

Cost is $52. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks at 250-248-3252 to preregister. View recreation programs online at rdn. bc.ca/recreation. Qualicum Beach. 250-2483252

SAt jun 27 Open Mixed Pairs Tournament 9:00am. June 27 & 28.

Parksville Lawn Bowling Club welcomes competitors to the Open Mixed Pairs Tournament. Players from the island will be vying for top honours and prizes in this event.

Matches go at 9am, 11am, 1am and 3pm. both days. Spectators always welcome. Parksville Lawn Bowling, 149 E. Standford Avenue, Parksville. 250954-3930

Red Cross AED/CPR C 14yrs+ 9:00am. Save a life... when only seconds count.

GET TRAINED. This

course is required for lifeguards and Health Care Professionals. Topics covered are CPR and blocked airways for adults, children and infants as well as an introduction to automated external defibrillators. Cost is $68.95.

Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks to pre-register.

View recreation programs online at rdn.bc.ca/recreation. Qualicum Commons, 744 Primrose St, Qualicum Beach. 250752-5014

What swims, crawls or floats in our nearby ponds?

2:00pm. Ross Peterson (NIWRA) & Hans Boerger (Arrowsmith Naturalists) will show your kids & you some of the fascinating animals that live in our waterways. Get a chance to identify the various insects, beetles, snails, etc. and learn how they live. North Island Wildlife Recovery Centre, 1240 Leffler Road, Errington.

250-248-8534

Herbicidal Maniacs 7:00pm. Folk/rock genre of the 1960’s and 70’s the Herbicidal Maniacs take root! Performing originals from Country, to Rock, to Folk and of course the Blues. Smoke N Water Restaurant at Pacific Shores Resort, Strougler Road, Nanoose Bay. 250-468-7192

The Enablers

COMMUNITY CARNIVAL DAY JUNE 20, 2015

CELEBRATING

15 YEINAGRTHSE OF SERV COMMUNITY

Fun for eveyone & something for everyone Games, Activities, Local food & snacks, music

Parksville Community & Conference Centre (250) 248-6234 | 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville

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250-752-9111

Sons of Guns 8:30pm Live at French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Rd, Parksville. 250248-3713

Sun jun 28 Family Kayak Tour 1:45pm. Geared especially for families, paddle at a slower pace 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. Double kayaks available for those with younger family members. Cost is $52.

Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks to pre-register.

View recreation programs online at rdn.bc.ca/recreation. Qualicum Beach.

250-248-3252

Live! Bill Coon 7:00pm. Juno nominated guitarist, composer, arranger is one of Canada’s most highly respected & sought after musicians.

He has been performing professionally for over twenty-five years and has worked with numerous jazz artists. $20 prebooked, $25 at door, $15 for students. Smoke ‘N Water Restaurant at Pacific Shores Resort, 1600 Strougler Road, Nanoose Bay. 250-468-7192

Mon jun 29 Alpine Gardeners of Central V.I. 1:00pm. Present Krista Kaptein of Strathcona Wilderness Institue (SWI) on “Beyond Paradise”: Flora & ecosystems

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of Forbidden Plateau, Strathcona Park. $5 at door includes coffee/tea & prize draw. Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, 747 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach. 250-594-4423

Open “Mike” Acoustic Stage 6:30pm. Last Tues of the month. All talents/ styles welcome! $5 at the door, $3 eats & treats. Lazy Mikes House of Music, 961 Clarke Road,Qualicum Beach.

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wed juL 1 Shriners Pancake Breakfast 7:00am. Coastal Community Credit Union on Craig Street in Downtown Parksville. 250248-3613

Canada Day Parade 11:00am. Starts at Shelley Road (Orange Bridge), ends at PCCC on Jensen Ave. 250-248-3613

Canada Day Entertainment 12:30pm. Games, Vendors, Food and Fun. Main Stage Entertainment.

Parksville Community Park. 250-248-3613

Canada Day Fireworks 10:00pm. Don’t miss the spectacular Thrifty Foods Canada Day fireworks display. Starts at dark (10:00pm). Beachside, Community Park, Parksville. 250-248-3613

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Xtreme Karaoke 9:00pm. Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-668-8796 WED JUN 3

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

Gerry Barnum Acoustic 7:00pm. Smoke n Water, Nanoose . 250-468-7192

Come Dancing 7:00pm. Parksville Legion, Parksville. 250-821-6342 THU JUN 4

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

Old Time Fiddlers 7:30pm. Rotary House, Qualicum. 250-586-3743 FRI JUN 5

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

Mr. MT Jar Band 7:00pm. Smoke N Water, Nanoose. 250-468-7192

Qualicum Acoustic Cafe 7:30pm. Rotary House, Qualicum. 250-752-1162 SAT JUN 6

Cruze Control

SUN JUN 7

Nanaimo Chamber Orchestra 2:30pm. Edmund's Church, Parksville 250-729-8910

Old Time Dance 2:30pm. Rotary House, Qualicum. 250-586-3743 TUE JUN 9

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

Xtreme Karaoke 9:00pm. Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-668-8796 WED JUN 10

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

Come Dancing 7:00pm. Parksville Legion, Parksville. 250-821-6342

An Open Mic 7:00pm. Smoke n Water, Nanoose. 1-208-473-2461 THU JUN 11

Kevins Trio 7:00pm. Deez Bar & Grill, Qualicum. 250-752-8055

Old Time Fiddlers 7:30pm. Rotary House, Qualicum. 250-586-3743 FRI JUN 12

Eastbound Train

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

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

Lazy Mike & Recliners

Jennifer Scott Trio

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

7:30pm. The MAC, Parksville. 250-248-8185

Nick Gilder & Sweeney Todd

Big Twang Theory

7:30pm. Community Centre, Parksville. 250-816-5653

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

8:30pm French Creek Marine Pub. 250-248-3713 SAT JUN 13

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

The Lion, The Bear, The Fox

7:30pm. Quality Resort, Parksville. 250-937-0999 TUE JUN 16

Xtreme Karaoke

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

Street Market

6:00pm. Craig St, Parksville.

250-248-3613 WED JUN 17

Live Jazz

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

Come Dancing

7:00pm. Parksville Legion, Parksville. 250-821-6342

An Open Mic

7:00pm. Smoke n Water, Nanoose. 1-208-473-2461 FRI JUN 19

Atkinson Brothers

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

North of Nashville

7:30pm. Civic Centre, Qualicum Beach.

SAT JUN 20

Carnival Day

10:00am.CommunityCentre, Parksville. 250-248-6234

TUE JUN 23

Xtreme Karaoke 9:00pm. Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-668-8796 WED JUN 24

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

Come Dancing 7:00pm. Parksville Legion, Parksville. 250-821-6342 FRI JUN 26

Bluegrass Festival 10:00am. Lighthouse CommunityCentre,.250-240-8888

Marty Steele & Ralph Barrat 7:00pm. The MAC, Parksville. 250-248-8185 SAT JUN 27

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

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

Sons of Guns

Skye Donald: Arie Antiche

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

Street Dance

Bill Coon

3:00pm.St.Stephens Church, Qualicum. 250-248-9929 6:00pm. Qualicum Beach.

250-752-8838

The Enablers

SUN JUN 28 7:00pm. Smoke N Water, Nanoose. 250-468-7192 MON JUN 29

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

Acoustic Open Stage

Little Big Shot

6:30pm.HouseofMusic,QualicumBeach.250-594-9951

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

Johnny Inappropriate

9:00pm. Community Centre, Parksville. vancouverislanders@gmail.com

TUE JUN 30

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

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

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

TOPS 4248 Parksville

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

Pickleball

9:00am. Oceanside Place, Parksville. 250-248-3250

TIC TAC Parksville

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

Hatha Yoga

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

TRX/BOSU Class

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

Sacred Heart Dancing

10:00am. Do it the BalanChIng Way, Qualicum 250-752-8152

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

Carpet Bowling

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

Guyz Time (Gr. 4, 5 & 6) 3:00pm. SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-24t8-2093

Girl Talk (Gr. 4, 5 & 6)

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

Belly Fit

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

Spin & Legs

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

Bingo

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

Cribbage

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

Sacred Heart Dancing

6:00pm.Do it the BalanChIng Way, Qualicum250-752-8152

Rotary Club of QB

Better Body's Fitness

OROI Networking

Badminton / Ping Pong

Tea by the Sea

Parksville Rotary AM

Cribbage & Bridge

Peace Vigil

Snooker

Carpet Bowling

Arbutus Toastmasters

Lawn Bowling

Spin & Core Class

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

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

Ladies Pool

Preschoolers on Move

School Nite Out

Soupy Cafe

Family Night

Carpet Bowling

Boxercise Youth

Painters Group

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

7:00pm. Lighthouse Hall, Qualicum Bay. 250-757-8307 7:00pm. Legion #76, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-9632 7:00pm. Legion #76, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-9632 7:00pm. Parksville Community Centre. 250-248-1926

EVERY TUESDAY TRX Class

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

Drop-in Tennis

8:00am. Springwood Park, Parksville. 250-248-7280

Pickleball

9:00am. Oceanside Place, Parksville. 250-248-3250

TIC TAC

9:00am. SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093

Computer Tutoring

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

Spin Class

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

TIC TAC Program

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

Boomer's Bootcamp

10:00am. Fluid Fitness, Parksville. 250-927-4595

Socrates Cafe

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

Stretch Class

10:15am. Jim's Gym, Parksville. 250-248-3144

Silver Foxes Aerobics

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

Spinners

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

10:30am. Bradley Centre, Parksville. 250-240-4840 11:00am. Deep Bay Marine Field Station, 250-740-6611 12:00pm. Clocktower, Parksville 250-248-8809 1:00pm. Lighthouse Hall, Qualicum Bay. 250-757-9900

1:00pm. Legion #76, Qualicum. 250-752-9632 4:00pm. SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093 4:30pm. Qualicum Commons. 250-248-2093 5:00pm. Jim's Gym, Parksville. 250-248-3144

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

Summer Street Market 6:00pm. Craig Street, Parksville. 250-248-3613

Boxercise Adult

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

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

6:45am. Sunrise Ridge Resort, Parksville. 250-248-4674 7:00am. The Beach Club Resort, Parksville.

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

Pickleball

9:00am. Oceanside Place, Parksville. 250-248-3250

9:15am. Qualicum Commons. 250-248-2093

12:00pm. Lighthouse Hall, Qualicum Bay. 250-757-9991 12:45pm. Civic Centre, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-1156 1:00am. McMillan Arts Centre, Parksville. 250-248-8185

Seniors Are Talking

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

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

Singing in French

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

Grief Support Group

4:00pm. Knox United Church, Parksville.250-248-3927

Family Night

4:30pm. SOS Centre.

Parksville. 250-248-2093

Weight Watchers

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

Spin & Abs

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

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

Zumba Senato

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

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Snooker

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

EVERY THURSDAY TRX Class

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

Drop-in Tennis

8:00am. Springwood Park, Parksville. 250-248-7280

Pickleball

9:00am. Oceanside Place, Parksville. 250-248-3250

Better Body's Fitness

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

Computer Tutoring

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

TIC TAC Parksville

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

Spin & Abs

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

Silver Foxes Aerobics

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

Better Body's Fitness

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

Mexican Dominos

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

Carpet Bowling

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

Parkinson's Exercise

1:30pm. Fluid Fitness, Parksville. 250-927-4595

Girl Talk (Gr. 4, 5 & 6)

Weight Watchers

Teen Swim

Guyz Time (Gr. 4, 5 & 6)

Preschoolers on Move

Drop-In Darts

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

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

Medical Qigong

EVERY SATURDAY Wake Up Class

3:00pm. Qualicum Commons. 250-248-2093 ext. 237 3:00pm. Qualicum Commons. 250-248-2093 ext. 237

Teen Nite

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

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

Rainbow Stew Cloggers 5:00pm. Nanoose Place.

Nanoose. 250-468-7478

Bingo

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

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

Ladies Pool

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

Old-Time Dance

7:30pm. Rotary House, Qualicum Beach. 250-586-3743

EVERY FRIDAY Spin Class

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

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

10:00am. Do it the BalanChIng Way, Qualicum. 250-752-8152

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

Stroke Recovery

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

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

Teens in Transition

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

Bridge

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

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

Mind in Motion

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

Parksville Farm Market

9:00am. Oceanside Place, Parksville. 250-248-3250

5:00pm. Heritage Museum, Parksville. 250248-6966

TRX Class

Medical Qigong

Pickleball

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

6:00pm. Do it the BalanChIng Way, Qualicum. 250-752-8152

TIC TAC

Music Trivia Night

9:00am. SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093

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

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

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

Pancake Breakfast

8:30am. Legion, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-0986

QB Farmers Market

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

Orange Bridge Market 10:00am. Orange Bridge, Parksville. 250-586-380

Errington Farmers Market 10:00am. Errington Community Park. 250-586-0099

Men's Pool

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

EVERY SUNDAY Family Swim

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

Pickleball All ages

1:00pm. Oceanside Place, Parksville. 250-248-3250

Bingo

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

Ballroom/Latin Classes

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

Poetry In Motion

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

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2300 Alberni Hwy, Coombs

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250-248-5519 French Creek Bakery ............................250-248-2080 French Press Cafe ...................................250-752-0021 Frosteez .....................................................250-752-9281 Island SodaWorks...................................250-203-1072 Karma Coffee House .............................250-248-7312 La Boulange Organic Breads...............250-752-0077 Little Qualicum Cheeseworks................ 250-954-3931 Little Mountain Cafe ............................250-586-8866 Log Cabin Ice Cream ........................... 250-248-2868 MadBee Cafe ..........................................250-248-1004 Milner House Tea Room ....................... 250-752-6153

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280 E Island Hwy, Parksville

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Smoke 'N Water Restaurant

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