Nanaimo Whats On Digest April 2013

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Event Information Daily Calendar listings thoughout highlited in yellow starting page 2 (right) Every Week Events . . . . . . . . 6 Vancouver Island Symphony . . . 8 Symphony Kids Passport . . . . . 9 Port Theatre Preview . . . . . . . 10

International Day of the Wiener: Come out for a free wiener all morning until noon FMI 123 Bratwurst rd Nanaimo, if you can’t find it you must be....an April Fool!

Choir for Young Performers: registration underway for the “Rockit Chorus”, a new style of choir for young performers in their teens or twenties. Starts at Headliners Apr 13th. FMI/register 250.585.1811 Variety Show: “Just Checked In” at the Queen’s. $8/door 9:30 pm start.

C Canucks VS Sharks: away, 7:30 pm on SNET-P

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Live Music: Juno Award-winning fiddler Natalie McMaster and her band will ‘wow’ Nanaimo from the Port Theatre stage. Show 7:30 pm. FMI/tix 250.754.8550 Live Theatre: “Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story” at Chemainus Theatre Festival. Tix 1.800.565.7738 Intro to ebooks: Wellington Branch Library 6:30 - 7:30 pm. Free. Register at 250.758.5544 Meat Draw: Fraternal Order of Eagles weekly meat draw, 3 - 5:15 pm, 245 Fraser St. FMI 250.753.8023 after 2 pm

04 Apr Thu

Live Music: “Five Note with Southwick” (funk/ dance) at the Queen’s. $8/door. 9:30 pm start Worldbridger Film Series 2013: “Alamar” 7 pm VIU campus. By donation. FMI www.worldbridger.ca Live Theatre: “Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story” at Chemainus Theatre Festival. Tix 1.800.565.7738 Live Theatre: Ladysmith Little Theatre presents “Our Town”, an American classic by Thornton Wilder that examines aspects of the human experience. FMI/tix www.ladysmiththeatre.com or 250.924.0658 C Canucks VS Oilers: home, 7:00 pm on SNET-P

05 Apr Fri

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Yuk Yuk’s Comedy Tour: 8 pm start at the Queen’s.

Tix $20. Followed by Soul Sinners (dance covers) Live Music: Spring Fling Dance with “Lazy Mike and the Rockin’ Recliners”, Royal Canadian Legion Br #10, Nanaimo, 7:30 pm - 12:30 pm. Tix $12 (in advance at the Legion), $15/door Live Music: Johnny Cash tribute band “David James & BIG RIVER” 9:30 pm - midnight at Simon Holt, Nanaimo. All ages welcome. Tix $20 advance at Simon Holt. FMI/reservations 250.933.3338 Live Theatre: Ladysmith Little Theatre presents “Our Town” by Thornton Wilder. FMI/tix www.ladysmiththeatre.com or 250.924.0658

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Owners of classic cars have typically put in thousands of dollars of parts and labor towards care on their car. And, occasionally, they love to take their car out of the garage and on the road for a spin. But few have thought about what happens if their car should break down while they are on the road.

Many classic car owners only drive their cars infrequently or on special occasions.

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in the garage and only bring it out once the weather turns milder. Who knows what, if anything, has gone wrong to affect its mechanics or handling ability during the months that it has been in storage? As a consequence, when you do bring it out, you have less confidence in its road abilities than you do in a car that you drive everyday.

Secondly, in most cases, your classic car is a bit more valuable than your everyday car.

As a result, if your car does break down on the roadside, you might need a special type of assistance and auto shop to get you back on the road again. Specialized classic car coverage might provide that whereas normal breakdown coverage would not.

Other car owners have avoided purchasing this type of insurance because they were not aware of the advantages that such coverage would offer. Automobile hobbyists are a special breed. And, while it is true that most owners of these cars could probably fix the car themselves if given the proper tools, parts, and equipment - when on the road, these things will probably not be available to them.

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Live Theatre: “Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story” at Chemainus Theatre Festival. Tix 1.800.565.7738 Meat Draw: Fraternal Order of Eagles weekly meat draw, 4 - 5:45 pm, 245 Fraser St. FMI 250.753.8023 after 2 pm

06 Apr Sat

Live Comedy: Acme Food Co. presents “The Laugh Lounge” at 7 and 9 pm. Tix $10 per show available at Acme Food Co. FMI 250.753.0042 Live Music: “Soul Sinners” (dance covers) at the Queen’s. 9:30 pm start. No cover before 10 pm Acrylic Painting Workshop: for intermediate levels. Nanaimo Art Gallery - Campus location.

10 am - 4 pm. FMI www.nanaimoartgallery.com Live Music: “Hart & Soul” improv guitar duo at The Landlubber Pub 7 - 10 pm. No cover.

Live Dance: Upper Island Musical Festival’s “2013 Annual Dance Gala”, Port Theatre 7 - 10 pm. Tix $17 at 250.754.8550, online or at the door, subject to availability.

Bike/Gear Swap: at Hub City Cycles 10 am - 5 pm. FMI www.hubcitybikeswap.info Trade Show: Mid-Island Coops “8th Annual Green Solutions Trade Show and Speakers Forum” Beban Park Social Centre 10 am - 4 pm on April 6 & 7. Free. FMI 250.740.0003 Saturday Speaker Series: “The System and Senior’s Care”.

VIU 10:30 am - 12 pm. FMI www.viu.ca/eldercollege/ Live Theatre: “Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story” at Chemainus Theatre Festival. Tix 1.800.565.7738 Live Theatre: “Our Town” FMI/tix www.ladysmiththeatre.com or 250.924.0658 Live Music: “Midlife Crisis” at the Wellington Hotel. FMI 250.758.5513 Live Music: “Road Apples” at Harewood Arms Pub. FMI 250.754.2566 Beer & Burger Fundraiser: “In Support of Brent Cunard” 6 - 9 pm Harewood Arms Pub Young Adult Book Club: 2 - 3:30 pm Harbourfront Library for youth 13 - 18 years of age. Free. FMI 250.753.1154 ext. 238

Popsicle Sticks Bridge Building Challenge: at Country Club Centre starting at 11:30 am. Kits cost $2 (Lotto booth). FMI www.countryclubcentre.com Family Tennis: for children 5 - 9 years and their parent/caregiver. No experience necessary! Beban Park Tennis Courts 10:30 - 11:30 am Apr 6 & 13. FMI/register 250.756.5200 Fly Fishing Open House: the Nanaimo “Island Waters Fly Fishers” Club hosts an open house/swap n’ shop at Oliver Woods Community Centre 10 am - 4 pm. Fly tying, rod building, kids fish pond and more. Free.

Venetian Ball: Aspengrove School’s 10th Anniversary Gala! Vancouver Island Conference Centre 6 pm - 1 am. Dinner, dance, auction, casino. $150/adult FMI/tix 250.390.2201 C Canucks VS Flames: home, 7:00 pm on CBS

07 Apr Sun

Trade Show: Mid-Island Coops “8th Annual Green Solutions Trade Show and Speakers Forum” Beban Park Social Centre 10 am - 4 pm. Free. FMI 250.740.0003 Live Music: “Jubilate”, a choral celebration of spring and new life, performed by Malaspina Choir 3 pm at ET Family Church FMI/tix 250.754.8550 Fringe Flicks Independent Films: “The Angels’ Share” @ Avalon Cinema at 1, 4 & 7 pm. FMI/tix www.theatreone.org Jam Session: free live music open jam at Millstone Winery 3 pm. Wine available by the glass. FMI 250.716.3549 Live Theatre: “Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story” at Chemainus Theatre Festival. Tix 1.800.565.7738 Live Theatre: “Our Town” FMI/tix www.ladysmiththeatre.com or 250.924.0658 Poetry Readings: to celebrate National Poetry Month, local poets will perform their works at Harbourfront Library 1 - 3 pm. Free, drop-in

08 Apr Mon

Fringe Flicks Independent Films: “The Angels’ Share” @ Avalon Cinema at 7 pm. FMI/tix www.theatreone.org Learn Thai Cooking: Apr 8 & 15 at Bowen Complex 6 - 7:30 pm. FMI/register 250.756.5200

5 Bike Maintenance Workshop: for women and members of the LGBT community. Hub City Cycles 6:30 - 8 pm Free (members) By donation (general) FMI 250.591.2159 C Canucks VS Coyotes: home, 7:00 pm on TSN

09 Apr Tue

Singing Essentials Course: registration underway at Headliners. Young performers enjoy hours of pop music instruction. Course culminates with on-stage concert. Rehearsals start Apr 30th. FMI/register 250.585.1811 Nanaimo Newcomer’s Club: 7 - 9 pm St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church. Free FMI nanaimonewcomersclub.org VIU Science & Technology Lecture Series: 7 - 8 pm on campus. Free. Schedule of talks @ web.viu.ca/simmsw Complimentary Hearing Screening: Harbourfront Library 10:30 am - 4 pm

10 Apr Wed

Meat Draw: Fraternal Order of Eagles weekly meat draw, 3 - 5:15 pm, 245 Fraser St. FMI 250.753.8023 after 2 pm Live Music: “Classified” (hip hop) at the Queen’s.

Tix $30 Doors at 9 pm C Canucks VS Flames: away, 6:30 pm on SNET-P

11 Apr Thu

Live Comedy: “Comedy Night with Andrew Grose”, Port Theatre 7:30 pm. FMI/tix 250.754.8550 Live Theatre: Schmooze Productions presents “Spring Awakening”, a new rock n’ roll musical, at Nanaimo Centre Stage 8 - 10:30 pm. Parental Advisory. FMI/tix schmoozeproductions.com Live Music: “The Ultimate Swing Night” in support of Vancouver Island Crisis Society Youth Suicide Prevention Programs. Germany’s Alice Francis with Conn Stewart, The Hot 7 and DJ All Good at The Queen’s. Doors 6:30, cocktails 7 pm, show 8 pm. FMI/tix 250.754.6751 Worldbridger Film Series 2013: “Beasts of the Southern Wild” 7 pm VIU campus. By donation.

FMI www.worldbridger.ca Nanaimo Boat Modellers Show: static and floating display at Country Club Centre until Apr 14. FMI www.countryclubcentre.com

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Live Music: Camille Miller CD Release Party at the Queen’s. 8 pm start Tix $15. Followed by Johnny Inappropriate (top 40 dance) Live Theatre: Schmooze Productions presents “Spring Awakening”, a new rock n’ roll musical, at Nanaimo Centre Stage 8 - 10:30 pm. Parental Advisory.

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Every Monday Open Jam Night: (excepting Apr 1 and 22) The Queens, 9 pm All musicians welcome. Free. 250.754.6751 Youth Drop-In: “Spare Blox” for youth 12 - 17 years. 7 - 9 pm. Nanaimo District Secondary. Register at 250.756.5200 Nanaimo Museum Feature Exhibit: In Tents: How We Camped (until Apr 27).

250-753-1821 or NanaimoMuseum.ca Nanaimo Art Gallery Exhibits: “What’s Our is Yours: On Community and Collecting” campus gallery www.nanaimoartgallery.com

Every Tuesday Drop In & Play Group: Woodgrove Centre near the food court.

9:30 - 10:30 am. Free Baby Rhyme Time: 10:30 - 11 am Harbourfront Library until Apr 16. Free, drop-in Preschool Storytime: Wellington Branch Library 1:30 - 2 pm. Free.

Register at 250.758.5544 Familytime: Wellington Branch Library 6:30 - 7:00 pm Free. Register at 250.758.5544 Youth Drop-In: “Spare Blox” for youth 12 - 17 years. 7 - 9 pm. Oliver Woods Community Centre. Register at 250.756.5200 Ladies Nite: “The Femme Fatales” play The Queens 9 pm. No cover for women. 250.754.6751 Open Mic/Jam: at The Corner Lounge 10 pm. Free Mini-Franco Fun: 10 - 11:30 am @ École Océane, for children 0 - 5 years with parent(s).

Exposure to French language in fun-filled, playful environment. FMI 250.729.2776 Nanaimo Museum Feature Exhibit: In Tents: How We Camped (until Apr 27). Submit your photos and memories! 250-753-1821 or NanaimoMuseum.ca VIU Science & Technology Lecture Series: 7 - 8 pm on campus. Free.

Schedule of talks @ web.viu.ca/simmsw Nanaimo Art Gallery Exhibits: “What’s Our is Yours: On Community and Collecting” downtown gallery Apr 17 - 25. “Progressions” campus gallery Apr 19 - May 11. All exhibits free. FMI www.nanaimoartgallery.com Technology Tuesdays: 4 - 6 pm Harbourfront Library. Free, drop-in FMI 250.753.1154 ext. 238

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Every Wednesday Tiny Tots Playgroup: Country Club Centre 10 - 11 am. Free, drop-in. FMI 250.758.1102 Karaoke at The Queens: starts at 9 pm Free 250.754.6751 Open Mic Jam: The Courts Pub 250.591.2122 Live Music: Myc Sharratt @ Fibber Magees 7:30 pm start Youth Drop-In: “Spare Blox” for youth 12 - 17 years. Supervised, video games, movies. Free. 250.756.5200 Toddlertime: 10:30 - 11:00 am Harbourfront Library until Apr 17. Free, Drop-in

Every Thursday Babytime: Wellington Branch Library 11:15 11:45 am. Free. Register at 250.758.5544 Toddlertime: Wellington Branch Library 10:15 - 10:45 am. Free.

Register at 250.758.5544 Spanish Conversation Club: 6:30 7:30 pm at Harbourfront Library. Free.

FMI/register at spanish.bc@gmail.com VanIsle Fiddlers: Nanaimo’s traditional music community experience 250.591.3913 Salsa Night: at the Spice Lounge 8:30 11:30 pm. Free salsa lessons start at 8:45 pm. Cover $5. FMI 250.754.6751 Nanaimo Museum Feature Exhibit: In Tents: How We Camped 250-753-1821 Free Billiards Night: The Courts Pub FMI 250.591.2122 Nanaimo Art Gallery Exhibits: “What’s Our is Yours: On Community and Collecting” downtown & campus locations www.nanaimoartgallery.com Adult Spring Soccer League: 3 divisions of play, register as team or individual. Harewood Playing Fields 6 - 9 pm starting Apr 4 for 8 weeks. FMI/ register www.nanaimo7aside.com Preschool Storytime: 10:30 - 11:15 am Harbourfront Library until Apr 18. Free, drop-in Open Mic Night: spoken word/ music at Serious Coffee on Commercial (downtown) 6:30 - 9 pm.

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FMI Guy at 250.618.2924 Live Music: The Atkinsons @ Fibber Magees 7:30 pm start

Dungeons & Dragons Club: 3 - 7:30 pm Harbourfront Library for youth 13 - 18 years. Free. FMI 250.753.1154 ext. 238 Climbing for Adults: 7 - 9 pm Romper Room. Call day before to book 250.751.7625 Nanaimo Museum Feature Exhibit: In Tents: How We Camped until Apr 27.

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250-753-1821 or NanaimoMuseum.ca Nanaimo Art Gallery Exhibits: “What’s Our is Yours: On Community and Collecting” downtown & campus locations till April free. FMI www.nanaimoartgallery.com Scrabble & Board Game Club: 6 - 7:30 pm Harbourfront Library.

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Every Saturday Live Music: The Queen’s 250.754.6751 Live Music: a different dance band every week at the Wellington Hotel.

Free FMI 250.758-5513 Live Music: a different band each week at the Harewood Arms Pub. FMI 250.754.2566 Live Music: local bands strut their stuff @ The Courts Pub FMI 250.591.2122 Live Music: Eric Harper at Fibber Magees FMI 250.591.0650 Nanaimo Museum Feature Exhibit: In Tents: How We Camped 250-753-1821

Every Sunday Birding Walk: No charge. 9 am.

FMI 250.390.3669 Live Music: Sunday Showcase at The Corner Lounge 10 pm. Free Live Music: different musicians each week at Fibber Magees 250.758.5513 Open Mic/Jam: Harewood Arms Pub 5 - 8 pm hosted by “Blue Gambit” Nanaimo Museum Feature Exhibit: In Tents: How We Camped 250-753-1821 Nanaimo Boat Modellers: meets 9 am north dock at Inn at Long Lake to operate radio controlled model boats. FMI 250.751.8645 Submit your weekly events to: E nanaimo@whatsondigest.com W www.whatsondigest.com

7 Teen Dance: Club Friday teen video dance, Beban Park Social Centre 7 - 11 pm. Tix $10. FMI 250.756.5200 Red Willow Coffee House: live music/spoken word.

Open mic 7 pm, featured performer “Redmond O’Colonies” at 9 pm. $5/door, Hope Lutheran Church.

Everyone welcome. FMI Charlie 250.245.4659 Nanaimo Boat Modellers Show: static and floating display at Country Club Centre until Apr 14. FMI www.countryclubcentre.com Live Music: Camille Miller early show at the Queens 8 - 10 pm. Tix $15 adv/$20 door. FMI 250.754.6751 Club Friday’s Teen Dance: Beban Social Centre 7 - 11 pm. FMI youth@nanaimo.ca

13 Apr Sat

Ryan McMahon Live: Malaspina Theatre at VIU in Nanaimo, BC. 7:30pm Tix 12 students, $15 General and $20 at door FMI 250.586.0809 Creative Writing Workshop: focusing on character development. 10 am - 4 pm Nanaimo Art Gallery - Campus location. FMI www.nanaimoartgallery.com Live Music: the winning barbershop choruses and quartets from two days of regional, juried competition perform! Port Theatre 7 pm, followed by a party in the lobby. FMI/tix 250.754.8550 Live Music: “Johnny Inappropriate” (top 40 dance) at the Queen’s. 9:30 pm start. No cover before 10 pm Live Theatre: Schmooze Productions presents “Spring Awakening”, a new rock n’ roll musical, at Nanaimo Centre Stage 8 - 10:30 pm. Parental Advisory. FMI/tix www.schmoozeproductions.com Nanaimo Boat Modellers Show: static and floating display at Country Club Centre until Apr 14. FMI www.countryclubcentre.com Orchid Show/Sale: Central Vancouver Island Orchid Show and Sale at Nanaimo North Town Centre until Apr 14. FMI nanaimonorth.com Live Music: “Littlehead” at the Wellington Hotel.

FMI 250.758.5513 Live Music: “Hair Nation” (80s party) at Harewood Arms Pub. FMI 250.754.2566 Beer & Burger Fundraiser: “Mixed Orthodox” 6 - 9 pm Harewood Arms Pub Beer & Burger Fundraiser: “Boys & Girls Club Teen Centre Youth Exchange” 5 pm Miller’s Pub. Tix $20 @ 250.713.5787 Fundraising Gala: 15th Annual James Bond Gala at Vancouver Island Conference Centre. Entertainment, great food, silent/live auction. Cocktails 6 pm, dinner/show 7 pm. Funds support area youth programs. Presented by Rotary Club of Nanaimo - Oceanside. FMI/tix Scot Rounding 250.739.2258 C Canucks VS Avalanche: away, 12:00 pm on SNET-P

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Live Music: the Nanaimo Concert Band’s Spring Concert, 2:30 pm at the Port Theatre. FMI/tix 250.754.8550 Live Music: the Upper Island Musical Festival’s “2013 Honours Performance” is at St. Andrew’s United Church, 2 - 4 pm. Tix $10/adult, $8 student/senior, available at the door Run/Walk for Cancer: inaugural “Nanaimo 5 km Run/Walk and Childrens’ 1 km Run to Conquer Cancer” at Swy-A-Lana Park 10 am - 12 noon. Proceeds to BC Cancer Foundation.

FMI/register www.nanaimoconquercancer.com Model Railroad Show: 10 - 4 pm Beban Park Recreation Centre. Displays, sales, refreshments and door prizes. Admission $5/adult, $1/child, $10/family Nanaimo Boat Modellers Show: static and floating display at Country Club Centre. FMI www.countryclubcentre.com

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Saturday, April 20, 2013 Come enjoy 3 FREE musical activities presented by the Vancouver Island Symphony for YOU! 11:00 am – 12 noon Try the instruments of the Orchestra at the Musical Instrument Zoo (Ages 6 and UP!) 11:45 am – 12:15 pm NoteworthyKids Family Day Event: meet a musician and hear about why they love their instrument and the Symphony!

12:30 – 1:30 pm Come see what happens at a Symphony Rehearsal: Book your Complimentary Ticket through the Port Theatre (250.754.8550).

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www.porttheatre.com 125 Front St, Nanaimo 250-754-8550 Performing arts presentations at The Port Theatre this month include the following. For full listings visit www.porttheatre.com

Natalie MacMaster

Wednesday April 3rd, 7:30 pm All seats $47.50.

Harmony on the island

Saturday April 13th, 7:00 pm West coast barber-shop Chorus & Quartet Comp. $20 (includes afterparty).

Nanaimo Concert Band Spring 2013

Sunday April 14th, 2:30 pm All seats $13.50 (plus order fee).

Myles Goodwin & April WinE Live 2013

Monday April 15th, 8:00 pm Presented by GeeDan Concerts

birds of a feather

Saturday April 20th, 7:30 pm $17 – $84, *eyeGO $5

VIS COmmunity Day

Saturday April 20th, 12:30 am Open to ages 6 and up.

Special Guests INC. Sweet Adeline

Guest Artist: Paolo Bortolussi, Flute

Free Open Rehearsal Whats On Feature

Michael Jackson HISTORY

Thursday April 25th, 7:30 pm Presented by Showtime Australia Tickets $59. Child $29.

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Michael Jackson’s Gone,

But Fans Still Can’t Get Enough

In April 2013 Michael Jackson HIStory the musical biography of Michael Jackson will tour theatres across Canada.

A musical biography of Michael Jackson’s life will be staged across Canada and at the Port Theatre Thursday April 25th After a hugely successful 2011 world tour to South Africa, Australia, New Zealand and South Asia, the musical biography Michael Jackson HIStory will tour Canada for the first time.

Critics around the world have praised the production as a thrilling example of live entertainment and since the show’s launch in 2011 Michael Jackson fans worldwide have called for the show to tour internationally.

Michael Jackson HIStory brings to the stage a level of production that will exceed all expectations and it’s an opportunity for Jackson fans to witness a concert they may never have experienced in their lifetime, or to relive memories they were lucky enough to make.

Today, Wizz is known to be the best Michael Jackson Impersonator in the entire world.

Wizz was just twenty when Michael Jackson’s career exploded with the release of the pivotal album ‘Thriller’. During that time, Wizz’s strong resemblance to Jackson heralded the start of a long career as a conduit for Jackson music. His regular performances in Atlantic City gratified audiences and allowed him to perfect his act. After tours in Europe and Asia, Wizz settled in Las Vegas where his show was signed for eleven years at the Riviera Hotel and Casino.

“Music has been my outlet, my gift to all the lovers in this world. Through it, my music, I know I will live forever.” Michael Jackson

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Orchid Show/Sale: Central Vancouver Island Orchid Show and Sale at Nanaimo North Town Centre. FMI nanaimonorth.com

15 Apr Mon

Nanaimo Family History Society: monthly meeting at Beban Park Social Centre (rooms 7 & 8) from 7 - 9 pm. FMI nanaimo.fhs@shaw.ca Live Music: “April Wine”, with founding member Myles Goodwyn, hits the Port Theatre Stage at 8 pm with their rock ‘n roll hits and power ballads. FMI/tix 250.754.8550 C Canucks VS Predators: away, 5:00 pm on SNET-P

16 Apr Tue

Children’s Acting Course: registration underway for “A Midsummer Night’s Dream - for Children” at Headliners. No previous acting experience necessary. Starts Apr 23 for kids 8 - 12 years. FMI/register 250.585.1811 C Canucks VS Blues: away, 5:00 pm on SNET-P

17 Apr Wed

Every Day Breads: learn the basics of bread making.

Bowen Complex 6:30 - 9 pm. FMI/register 250.756.5200 Meat Draw: Fraternal Order of Eagles weekly meat draw, 3 - 5:15 pm, 245 Fraser St. FMI 250.753.8023 after 2 pm Live Theatre: Nanaimo Theatre Group presents “Les Belles Soeurs” by Michael Trembley, 8 pm Bailey Studio. Tix 250.758.7224

18 Apr Thu

Live Music: “Black Flamango” (rock & dance covers) at the Queen’s. 9:30 pm start. No cover Live Theatre: Schmooze Productions presents “Spring Awakening”, a new rock n’ rolla musical, at Nanaimo Centre Stage 8 - 10:30 pm. Parental Advisory. FMI/tix www.schmoozeproductions.com Live Theatre: Nanaimo Theatre Group presents “Les Belles Soeurs” by Michael Trembley, 8 pm Bailey Studio. Tix 250.758.7224 Trash to Treasure: local Gr. 6 students will transform trash from shoreline cleanups to treasure at Country Club Centre starting in the morning. Their work remains on display till April 21.

C Canucks VS Stars: away, 5:30 pm on SNET-P

19 Apr Fri

Spring Fling: Snip & Stitch 3 day sale & $10 punch card - see ad in this publication for more details. Create ~ Dream ~ Inspire.

Live Music: “George Canyon” at the Queen’s. 8 pm start. Tix $35. Followed by Montgomery County Live Theatre: Schmooze Productions presents “Spring Awakening”, a new rock n’ roll musical, at Nanaimo Centre Stage 8 - 10:30 pm. Parental Advisory. FMI/tix www.schmoozeproductions.com Live Theatre: Nanaimo Theatre Group presents “Les Belles Soeurs” by Michael Trembley, 8 pm Bailey Studio. Tix 250.758.7224 Intro to ebooks: Wellington Branch Library 10:30 - 11:30 am. Free. Register at 250.758.5544 Art Exhibit & Sale: meet one of BCs best-known artists Sue Coleman 5 - 9 pm Yellowbird Arts Gallery Country Club Centre Meat Draw: Fraternal Order of Eagles weekly meat draw, 4 - 5:45 pm, 245 Fraser St. FMI 250.753.8023 after 2 pm

20 Apr Sat

Spring Fling: Snip & Stitch 3 day sale & $10 punch card - see ad in this publication for more details. Create ~ Dream ~ Inspire.

Watercolour Painting Workshop: 10 am - 4 pm Nanaimo Art Gallery - Campus location. FMI www.nanaimoartgallery.com Free Vancouver Island Symphony “Community Day”: open rehearsal and a Musical Zoo. Port Theatre 12:30 pm FMI/reserve tickets at 250.754.8550 Music Workshop: explore the beauty of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 6 with Lorraine Kneier. Held in conjunction with the Nanaimo Symphony. Harbourfront Library 1 - 3 pm. Free, drop-in. FMI 250.753.1154. ext. 238 Live Music: celebrate the sounds of spring with the Vancouver Island Symphony as they present “Birds of a Feather” with guest artist Paolo Bortolussi on flute.

Port Theatre 7:30 pm. FMI/tix 250.754.8550 Live Theatre: Schmooze Productions presents “Spring Awakening”, a new rock n’ roll musical, at Nanaimo Centre Stage 8 - 10:30 pm. Parental Advisory. FMI/tix www.schmoozeproductions.com Live Theatre: Nanaimo Theatre Group presents “Les Belles Soeurs” by Michael Trembley, 8 pm Bailey Studio. Tix 250.758.7224 Live Dance: international ballroom dance competition, the “21st Annual Island Fantasy Ball”, at Beban Park Social Centre until Apr 21. FMI/tix www.islandfantasyball.com Live Music: Party Inc. at the Wellington Hotel. FMI 250.758.5513

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After the initial embarrassment, they both manage to get to sleep; the woman on the top bunk, the man on the lower.

In the middle of the night the woman leans over and says, “I’m sorry to bother you but I’m awfully cold and I was wondering if you could possibly pass me another blanket.”

The man leans out and, with a glint in his eye, says, “I’ve got a better idea... let’s pretend we’re married.”

“Why not?” giggles the woman.

“Good,” he replies. “Get your own blanket.”

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21 Apr Sun

Spring Fling: Snip & Stitch 3 day sale & $10 punch card - see ad in this publication for more details. Create ~ Dream ~ Inspire.

Live Theatre: Nanaimo Theatre Group presents “Les Belles Soeurs” by Michael Trembley, 2 pm Bailey Studio. Tix 250.758.7224 Live Dance: international ballroom dance competition, the “21st Annual Island Fantasy Ball”, at Beban Park Social Centre until Apr 21. FMI/tix www.islandfantasyball.com Wild Foods Festival/Earth Day Celebration: Festival is 11 am - 3:30 pm at Bowen Park auditorium for $2. Also free festivities in the Park.

22 Apr Mon

Live Music: Beatboxer legend Rahzel from The Roots at the Queen’s. Tix $15. 9:30 pm start Learn Sushi-Making: 6:30 - 8:30 pm Bowen Complex. FMI/register 250.756.5200 Teen’s Writing Workshop: 1 - 5 pm Harbourfront Library. Join authors Catherine Knutsson, Jeyn Roberts, Denise Jaden and more. Refreshments. Register at 250.753.1154 ext. 238 Pro-D Day Camps: Parks, Rec &`Culture offer a range of day camps: some themes include hockey, golf, clay creations, pizza & skate, water safety. FMI/register 250.756.5200 C Canucks VS Blackhawks: home, 7:00 pm on SNET-P

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WO The Western Canada cup is being played in Nanaimo this year at the Frank Crane Arena. How excited are you that Nanaimo gets to play host and what kind of crowds to you expect?

JK Its a very big privilege for us and we are very excited about it. We are expecting crowds from the 4 western provinces and from all over BC. This is as big as it gets for hockey in Nanaimo!

WO Whats is the start date and how long does it run?

JK We are kicking off the event with opening ceremonies on April 26. Juno nominee Chad Brownlee and guests BraedanMarshal and Jayden Holman will be performing live at the Beban Social Center – The hockey tournament runs until Sunday May 5th.

commodate over 19000 fans over the course of the tournament.

WO Is this a family oriented event? Are there any community based events planned around the cup?

JK Absolutely Yes! We are offering children passes for the full tournament at just $99!!

This is one of those events that people don’t see come around that often and it’s right in our backyard!

WO This is probably unfair but who is favoured to win the cup?

JK Next question (laughs) I mean it’s really impossible to predict but one thing is every team wants it so it’s going to be outstanding and very competitive hockey! For our fans and even those who haven’t been out to a game in awhile it’s going to be a lot of fun!

Game 1 many - Friday, March 15th - 7:00 and pm @ Frank Crane Arena WO How teams are playing how WO Is there anything you need from the comGame2 1- Saturday, - Friday, March Crane Arena Game March15th 16th- 7:00 - 7:00pm pm@@Frank Arena many visitors to Nanaimo do you expect?Frank Crane munity?

Game 2 - Saturday, March 16th - 7:00 pm @ Frank Crane Arena Game 3 - Monday, March 18th - 7:00 pm @ Weyerhaeuser Arena

JK There are 5 teams.

The Provincial Game 3 - Monday, March 18th pm @ChamWeyerhaeuser JK Arena What we really need is for fans to come Game 4 (if- 7:00 necessary) pionsTuesday, from Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, Arena Game 4 (if necessary) March 19th - 7:00 pm @ Weyerhaeuser out and cheer on the teams. Let’s show Tuesday, 19th pm @ Weyerhaeuser and BC and ofMarch course the- 7:00 team Nanaimo Arena Game 5host (if necessary) Western Canada that Nanaimo knows how to Game 5-(if necessary) Wednesday, March 7:00 pm @ Frank Crane Arena Clippers!

The Junior A20th western Canadian throw a party. As a community we really want Wednesday, March 20th - 7:00 pm @ Frank Crane Arena Championship teams draw visitors from those our civic pride to come through and show that leagues. With Nanaimos support we can acwe are more than capable to host such a high caliber event.

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WO Thank you Jen – Did you have anything you wanted to add?

JK The purpose of tournament is to determine the 2 best teams to represent Western Canada at the RBC cup therefore the stakes are very high and the competition will be incredible. Clippers have a chance to earn their way to national championship and we believe that with the support of the community we can make this happen.

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24 Apr Wed

Meat Draw: Fraternal Order of Eagles weekly meat draw, 3 - 5:15 pm, 245 Fraser St. FMI 250.753.8023 after 2 pm Live Theatre: Nanaimo Theatre Group presents “Les Belles Soeurs” by Michael Trembley, 8 pm Bailey Studio. Tix 250.758.7224

25 Apr Thu

Live Music: “Black Flamango” (rock & dance covers) at the Queen’s. 9:30 pm start. No cover Live Theatre: Schmooze Productions presents “Spring Awakening”, a new rock n’ roll musical, at Nanaimo Centre Stage 8 - 10:30 pm. Parental Advisory. FMI/tix www.schmoozeproductions.com Live Theatre: TheatreOne Mainstage presents “Ride the Cyclone”, a non-stop, darkly humorous musical at VIUs Malaspina Theatre at 7:30 pm.

Mature language. FMI/tix 250.754.8550 Film Presentation: touring Canada for the first time, the tribute/musical biography “Michael Jaskson HISstory” shows at the Port Theatre at 7:30 pm. FMI/tix 250.754.8550 Live Theatre: Nanaimo Theatre Group presents “Les Belles Soeurs” by Michael Trembley, 8 pm Bailey Studio. Tix 250.758.7224 Amusement Rides: West Coast Amusements at Nanaimo North Town Centre until Apr 28 Family Geocashing: a 2-hour intro to this familyfriendly treasure hunt in Neck Point Park. Clues and GPS provided. FMI/register 250.756.5200 C Canucks VS Ducks: home, 7:00 pm on SNET-P

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Over an excellent bowl of Pho on Bowen Bill and I were talking about the convenience and immediacy of using smart phone technology for sending text messages. Unlike email, which can require checking your account, a text message arrives immediately to the recipients phone with a distinctive tone and can

be more simple and informal than email. In a text you might say “Can you meet me?” or “I’ll be there in 5 minutes” and it’s not considered rude or curt. In the course of conversation Bill tells me that he has set up a phone line to receive text messages at Windsor Plywood located on Boban Rd in Nanaimo (see text number in advertisement in this publication). The concept is simple: if you have any questions on price or availability of any product just send a text to Windsor Plywood in Nanaimo.

I asked Bill what motivated him to set up a text line and what his expectations were for people using it. He told me that he was really working to educate people that Windsor is a full-line hardware store with everything you’d expect to find from glue and tape to painting supplies, tools and carpentry products for homeowners and professionals and he wants to make it easy for people to get in touch. So the next time you need something send a text to Windsor - I’m pretty sure they’ll have it!

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just for fun When you think of what kids like to do for fun what comes to mind? Swimming perhaps? A trip to the waterfront for an ice cream or smoothie?

Sure, but you might want to add the Vancouver Island Symphony to the list. Recently, as publisher of What On Digest Nanaimo, I had the opportunity to give away 8 tickets to the Music of Elton John performed by the Vancouver Island Symphony at the Port Theatre. 4 of the tickets ended up in the hands of Nanaimo resident Shawn Hildebrandt.

Shawn and his wife took their girls to the Elton John tribute and aftterwards he called me on the phone to tell me how

utterly happy his little girls were to see the show! Shawn’s girls loved it so much that they wrote me a thank you card which I’ve included below and that I now have sitting on my desk next to me as I write this. So next time you are thumbing through a copy of Whats On Digest keep an eye out for the Symphony events and grab some tickets for you and the kids!

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Live Theatre: Schmooze Productions presents “Spring Awakening”, a new rock n’ roll musical, at Nanaimo Centre Stage 8 - 10:30 pm. Parental Advisory. FMI/tix www.schmoozeproductions.com Live Music: “Eveready” at Harewood Arms Pub. FMI 250.754.2566 Live Music: “Party Inc.” (dance & rock covers) at the Queen’s. 9:30 pm start, no cover before 10 pm Beer & Burger Fundraiser: “Barsby Prom” 6 - 9 pm Harewood Arms Pub Nanaimo Glad & Dahlia Society Tuber Sale: 9:30 am - 2 pm at Country Club Centre Horticultural Society Plant Sale: 9:30 am - 1:30 pm Country Club Centre Super Special Family Storytime: 11 am - 12 noon Harbourfront Library. Free, drop-in Amusement Rides: West Coast Amusements at Nanaimo North Town Centre until Apr 28 Lawn Alternatives and Xeriscaping: learn how to have a vibrant yard without chemicals! Oliver Woods Community Centre 10:30 am - 12 noon. Free. FMI 250.756.5200 C Canucks VS Oilers: away, 7:00 pm on CBC

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Mountain Biking

Mountain biking continues to grow in popularity and Nanaimo offers some of the best trails anywhere. Whats On Digest Nanaimo interviewed the president of the Nanaimo Mountain Bike Club (NMBC), Bill McMillan.

WO How is the process going to develop

formal land-use agreements between the NMBC and landowners/stakeholders (on whose land the club rides)?

NMBC: Progress doesn't happen overnight but it's a lot easier with public involvement. We are developing relationships with the key stakeholders.

The development of a trail around Westwood lake is a step in the right direction. It a process of ongoing meetings with the forest companies and the RDN. WO Has the NMBC made administrative changes in order to address the broadened mandate of the Club? (no longer just organizing rides, but organizing the development and protection of the sport itself, in this area)

NMBC: Yes! We have encouraged members to get involved in tourism development, business development, and promoting the sport of mountain biking locally.

One example of this is the “fat tire” festival in the central island which includes guided tours to showcase the central island (vifattire.com).

WO Do you believe formal land use agreements are integral to protecting access to the great trails that already exist around Nanaimo, and to capitalizing on the area’s potential to become a mountain bike mecca like Whistler?

NMBC: It's imperative!

You can't develop it as they did in Whistler without formal agreements. The history in Nanaimo of land use goes way back to Dunsmuir and the local mining company land-use-grants. Over time the land was allocated to E & N through negotiated agreements. Presently the forest companies control large portions of land and it's use. If Nanaimo is to become world-renowned for the sport of mountain biking we need to ensure the right people are at the table and the agreements can endure over time.

WO In your opinion, what are the greatest strengths of the area for mountain biking enthusiasts, and what are the greatest challenges needing to be addressed to see its potential fulfilled?

NMBC: The greatest strength is accessibility. Anywhere in Nanaimo you are 10 minutes away from worldclass trails. Some of our trails have been featured in international cycling magazines. You don't get that in Victoria or Vancouver. The greatest challenges are simply ensuring that the trails are recognized and can therefore be maintained and expanded.

WO What has been the response so far to the mountain bike park created last year in the Doumont area near the Wastelands motocross track? To the dedicated mountain bike trail around Westwood Lake?

NMBC: Officially this is not opened – but I can tell you I rode the Doumont trail this morning and it's fantastic!

WO Are there other trails/use agreements in the works?

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WO In view of potential restrictions in place regarding use of privatelyowned lands, what does that mean to the average mountain biker who doesn't belong to a group like NMBC?

NMBC: It's hard to say, I mean people will do what they choose to some extent.

At the end of the day the land is the property of the companies holding the deed. We can only hope that the powers that be can recognize the enormous opportunity here to drive tourism and put Nanaimo on the map.

WO Has the Nanaimo Mountain Bike Club partnered in any way with the new Nanaimo Economic Development Corporation (created to drive tourism)?

NMBC: Not an official partnership but we do have some representation over there for sure.

WO What do you attribute the growing popularity of mountain biking?

NMBC: Cycling in general is very attractive to an aging population. If you have hip or knee issues cycling is far better than most other outdoor sporting activities. Once people get off the road & realize they can just ride out there in the trees they are hooked! Cycling has physical benefits but also mental health benefits. It just feels so good; you have a feeling of freedom out there amongst the trees and nature.

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Mature language. FMI/tix 250.754.8550 Live Theatre: Nanaimo Theatre Group presents “Les Belles Soeurs” by Michael Trembley, 2 pm Bailey Studio. Tix 250.758.7224 Live Theatre: “Delicious Lies” at Chemainus Theatre Festival. Tix 1.800.565.7738 Amusement Rides: West Coast Amusements at Nanaimo North Town Centre

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Western Canada Cup: Crescent Point Energy WCC, Frank Crane Arena. FMI/tix 250.751.0593 Live Theatre: TheatreOne Mainstage presents “Ride the Cyclone”, a non-stop, darkly humorous musical at VIUs Malaspina Theatre at 7:30 pm. Mature language. FMI/tix 250.754.8550 Writing Workshop: an all-day workshop by Surrey writer and storyteller Lois Peterson at Nanoose Place.

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Western Canada Cup: Crescent Point Energy WCC, Frank Crane Arena. FMI/tix 250.751.0593 Spoken Word Event: “Wordstorm” at Demeter’s Coffee Vault. Doors 6:30 pm, program 7 pm.

Open mic followed by several feature performers, including Lois Peterson. FMI wordstorm.ca Thrilling Tales! A Storytime for Adults. Harbourfront Library 6:30 - 7:30 pm. Free, drop-in

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Whats On Digest Nanaimo interviewed local Nanaimo artist Janice Hofman regarding the Hammond Bay Studio Tour coming up at the end of April.

WO Janice what is the general idea behind the Hammond Bay Studio Tour and what are the dates?

JH Well let's start with the dates! It's Saturday April 27 & 28 10-5 at various locations around Hammond Bay in Nanaimo. The studio location map is on the Website: hammondbaystudiotour.jimdo.com/ The studio locations marked by sandwich boards and red balloons so once you know where you're headed just look for the balloons! We will also have 3 artists at Serious Coffee on Hammond Bay road by Pipers Pub – I (Janice Hofman) will be there featuring my Jewelry and drawings and paintings, also a local metal artist Dave Kasprick and a Glass artist Brenda MacIntyre of Cheeky Monkey Glassworks will also be there. The rest of the locations are the artist's working studios as the Idea behind the studio tour is simply to promote and showcase artists in Hammond Bay and their workspaces.

WO How long has the tour been around?

JH This is the 2nd the first was last September. The plan is to run it in the spring and fall in the last weekend in April and September.

WO Do you have a favorite aspect of the tour?

JH I like that it brings people out to see whats going on in the community and brings out the creative aspect of our community. We have so many talented artists and there are so many people that want to see what the local art community has to offer. It attracts people from all over the mid-island and potentially beyond. I'd love it to broaden it's scope in the future to include schools, young artists, and musicians.

WO Why do you think art is important?

JH Oh my god (laughs). I think it's important for all of us whether you are a lover of art or a creator of it. Art shows history. It's important for all of us sometimes to slow down and appreciate the things we have. We are visual people – It's important to get away from “screen time” in order to see what's real. This helps us to appreciate art and re-connect with our common humanity.

Art gets people connecting and sharing ideas and thoughts about what they are looking and how they are interpreting it. I think it is an important part of opening discussions and sharing different ideas between people.

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JH I think it's starting again, I don' t really know. It's there but perhaps not as readily available as it used to be. We get little bits and pieces...but....hmm-mm...it's a good question! I think it's up to the art community to have venues and to share and to show to get kids interested in it. Young people are perhaps more technically inclined – the reach of the Internet has perhaps made some art more accessible in the sense that before the Internet it simply may not have been as easy to view a paintings from all over the world....but it's good to have access to local art as well so we can relate it to our own experience.

WO Is there something about the gulf islands and Vancouver Island that cultivates artists more so that in other parts of the country?

JH Absolutely. First of all the scenery we live in a beautiful part of the world. If you look at the city of Vancouver – it's an amazing metropolitan city that has a thriving art scene, but when you get away from the city you get the feel of the islands – a slower relaxed vibe that encourages artists to come together for support. Here it's slower and the beauty of where we live...the nature of the ocean and everything around us is inspiring.

WO Who is your favorite painter?

JH Hm-mm, there's quite a few I like Kathe Fraga – I really enjoy her pieces – mixed media. I like the colours she uses.

Myself I like abstract pieces – yeah ...there's just so much amazing work out there...Jill Gallenstein is another one - she does beautiful pen and ink drawings. Locally I quite like Valerie Capewell – also (laughs) I quite like my mothers work (Gerda Hofman)!

WO What advice would you give to someone reading this who may be an aspiring artist?

JH (Pauses) ....Just start. Just start playing and practicing – buy some paints, or supplies for whatever media inspires you.

Don't be afraid of mistakes – get out and talk to people. VIU has a Visual Arts program, and many of the local galleries and art groups, offer workshops and presentations. ….practice and play – look for inspiration all over this beautiful island we live.

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Chico’s Fried Chicken & Pizza

250.758.1999

Dominos Pizza

250.756.9200

Little Georges Central

250.390.2888

Little Georges South

250.754.3271

Mambo Pizza

250.753.6667

Milano’s

250.390.5060

New York Style Pizza

250.754.0111

Panago

310.0001

Little Ceasars, Bowen Rd.

250.716.3310

Little Ceasars, Metral Dr.

250.390.9000

Slice

250.722.3838

Family Dining

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ABC Country Restuarant

250.390.4064

Alice’s Restaurant

250.753.9334

Delicado’s North

250.390.0700

Delicado’s Old City Corner

250.753.6524

Swiss Chalet

250.729.7120

Montana's Cookhouse 4715 Rutherford Rd

250.758.2388

Moxie’s Restaurant

250.390.1079

Mrs. Riches

250.753.8311

250.390.1227

Smokin’ Georges BBQ

250.585.2258

The Cod Squad

250.591.0223

The Granary

250.754.4899

White Spot

250.754.2241

White Spot North

250.390.2941

White Spot Terminal

250.754.2241

Pub Style

Pizza Bada Bing Pizza

Ricky’s A ll Day Grill

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Black Bear Pub

250.390.4800

Dinghy Dock Pub

250.753.2373

Fibber Magees

250.591.0650

Fox and Hounds

250.740.1000

Jinglepot Pub

250.753.4223

Lantzville Pub

250.390.4099

Lighthouse Bistro & Pub

250.754.3212

Longwood Brew Pub

250.729.8225

Muddy Waters Pub

250.754.4220

Old City Station Pub

250.716.0030

Pipers Pub

250.751.2770

The Crow & Gate Pub 2313 Yellow Point Rd

250.722.3731

The Quarterway Pub

250.754.2733

Windward Pub

250.754.7111

Harewood Arms Pub

250.754.2566

Bar & Grill Beefeaters

250.753.2333

Cactus Club Café

250.729.0011

Earls Restaurant

250.756.4100

Fire House Grill

250.716.0323

Hilltop Bistro

250.585.5337

Original Joe’s

250.585.1563

The Keg Steakhouse & Bar

250.741.1111

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Acme Food Co.

250.753.0042

Acme Food Co. on Commercial

250.753.0042

Alexandras Bistro Mediterranean

250.729.7134

Amrikos East Indian

250.729.7922

Asteras Greek

250.716.0451

Blue Ginger Sushi & Satay Grill

250.751.8238

Bold Knight

250.754.6411

Dover Chinese Food

250.390.9111

Fujiji Japanese Restraurant

250.591.8898

Gateway to India

250.755.4037

Gina’s Café

250.753.5411

Golden Inn Chinese

250.758.2733

Hong Kong House

250.758.1558

Huong Lan Restaurant

250.756.7943

La Famiglia Ristorante Italiano

250.591.1321

Mahle House

250.722.3621

Nemo Sushi To Go

250.591.2121

Nori Japanese Restaurant

250.751.3377

Umai Sushi

Behind North Town Centre

250.585.8900

Seto Sushi Departure Bay

250.756.4286

Sukkho Thai

250.591.8424

Sushi Eh

250.390.7578

Tomo Sushi Bowen Rd

250.716.1005

Zouglas

250.716.3233

Fast Food A&W

250.756.9646

Burger King

250.754.7124

Dairy Queen & Orange Julius

4 6888 Island Hwy N 4 (Dickinson Crossing) KFC

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250.390.1595 250.390.7615

Lees Famous Recipe Chicken 250 Fifth St Wendy’s

250.754.4424 250.754.0705

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