Nanaimo Whats On Digest March 2013

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2013 Vocal Festival: a week of classical, humourous and theatrical performances. Presented by the Upper Island Musical Festival. St. Andrew’s United Church.

FMI 250.751.1297 or nanaimomusicfestival.com Art Show: work by Carole Reid at Artzi Stuff Gallery. Free. FMI 250.716.8989 Live Theatre: Nanaimo Theatre Group presents “The 39 Steps”, a fast-paced whodunit comedy/love story. 8 pm Bailey Studio. FMI/tix nanaimotheatregroup.com or 250.758.7224 Live Theatre: Yellow Point Drama Group presents “Looking”, a comedy about searching for love in middle-age, at Cedar Community Hall 8 pm. FMI/reservations 250.245.7516 Clippers VS Victoria: Frank Crane Arena 7 pm Tix 250.751.0593 Tots Movie Night Out: 6 - 7:45 pm at Bowen Complex. FMI 250.756.5200 Live Music: Reggae band “The Slackers” and Nanaimo’s own Bananafish Dance Orchestra at The Queen’s. Show 9:30 pm. tix $15 ticketweb.ca Original Jam: “TooHotForCovers” original jam.

Frontiersman Pub, Coombs from 7 - 11 pm. Free.

FMI reverbnation.com/toohotforcovers Live Music: celtic trio “Trinitude” at Fibber Magees. 8:30 pm start.

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2013 Vocal Festival: until March 8 at St. Andrew’s United Church. FMI 250.751.1297 or nanaimomusicfestival.com Art Show: work by Carole Reid at Artzi Stuff Gallery. Free. FMI 250.716.8989 Live Theatre: “The 39 Steps” 8 pm Bailey Studio. FMI/ tix nanaimotheatregroup.com or 250.758.7224 14th Annual West Coast Women’s Show: Beban Park Auditorium 9 am - 5 pm. Presented by The Wave and Nanaimo Daily News. FMI westcoastwomensshow.com Live Theatre: “Oklahoma!” presented by the South Island Musical Theatre Society. Port Theatre 7:30 pm. FMI/tix 250.754.8550 Live Theatre: Yellow Point Drama Group presents “Looking”, a comedy about searching for love in middle-age, at Cedar Community Hall 8 pm. FMI/reservations 250.245.7516 Saturday Speaker Series: “The Economics of Healthcare”.

VIU 10:30 am - 12 pm. FMI viu.ca/eldercollege/ Live Music: “Almost Famous” at Harewood Arms Pub 9 pm - 1 am. FMI 250.754.2566 Live Music: “Trio Grande” at the Wellington. FMI 250.758.5513 Live Music: “Eric Harper” at Fibber Magees. 8:30 pm start Beer & Burger Fundraiser: for “Relay for Life”.

Harewood Arms Pub 6 - 9 pm FMI 250.754.2566 Art for Kids: “ArtRageous - Printmaking and Stamping” workshop at Nanaimo Art Gallery Downtown 10:30 am 12 pm. For kids 5 - 11. FMI/register at 250.754.1750 Teen Book Club: 2 - 3:30 pm Harbourfront Library. Free. FMI 250.753.1154

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BODY TALK ‘13 MARCH 18th-22nd

CAPOEIRA

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March 18th to 22nd:

March 23rd:

For Teens: 1-4pm

Performance at the Port Theatre

For Families all ages: 6-830pm Info and Registration: $25/person for the week www.crimsoncoast.org Workshops @ VIBE Studio 250.716.3230 Dance has always reflected the beliefs, needs and traditions of the culture out of which it springs, and is a powerful form of non-verbal storytelling that gets passed down through generations. Nanaimo and area residents of all ages and abilities will have the chance to learn the movements - and the meaning - of Flamenco and Capoeira dance during a special series of workshops being held over March break.

“Body Talk Project 2013” is a series of dance/ movement workshops being hosted March 18 – 22 by teen members of the Crimson Coast Dance Society. The “Body Talk Cru”, as they are known, is a young adult leadership group mentored by professionals in the areas of dance, event planning, administration and peer leadership.

They are producing a workshop during March break by Professor Caju of the Victoria Capoeira School and Veronica Stewart of Vancouver’s Flamenco Rosario Dance Company. Stewart and Caju will teach participants the basic moves of, respectively, Flamenco - a fiery traditional Spanish dance, and Capoeira - a Brasilian martial arts which was taught amongst slaves as a dance form to hide the practice from the masters.

After practicing and perfecting aspects of these two stunning Latin dance forms, workshop participants will fuse together elements of each to create a contemporary style.

The week of daily afternoon and evening sessions (1 – 4 pm for teens; 6 – 8:30 pm for everyone from preschool to senior) will culminate in an opening performance at the Port Theatre March 23 at 7:30 pm before Flamenco Rosario hits the stage.

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As Holly Bright, artistic director and founder of Crimson Coast Dance Society, acknowledges, the workshops provide an opportunity to spend “a week in the life” of a professional dancer with classes and rehearsals followed by a performance.

Andrew Etando, a member of Crimson Coast Dance Society’s Body Talk Cru, speaks highly of the program. “Being a part of Body Talk is amazing because it’s fun and interesting. You learn really cool things, and you get to know a lot of new people.”

Bright adds another perspective. “It gives our youth a voice….by empowering them through professional mentorships, to plan, organize, implement and enjoy a dance arts program and show”, she says. “I am creating an opportunity for them to take over my job ... and to recognize the value of the arts at the many levels that it impacts society and individuals.”

To keep these workshops affordable for the community the entire week costs only $25.

And there is reassurance for the reluctant: participating in the public performance is completely optional.

The workshops take place at Vibe Studios in Nanaimo. To register or get more information, call Crimson Coast at 250.716.3230 or email:dance@crimsoncoast.org For tickets to the March 23 showcase of exciting Flamenco, Capoeira and fusion dance styles at the Port Theatre, call 250.754.8550

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Live Music: “Party Inc” (rock covers) at The Queen’s. 9:30 pm start. Free before 10 pm Chakra Bellydance Workshop: 12:30 - 4 pm at Red Door Yoga Studio, Lantzville. FMI reddooryoga.ca C Canucks VS Kings: at home, 7 pm on CBC

03 MARCH SUNDAY

2013 Vocal Festival: FMI 250.751.1297 or nanaimomusicfestival.com Live Theatre: “The 39 Steps” 2 pm. FMI/tix nanaimotheatregroup.com or 250.758.7224 14th Annual West Coast Women’s Show: Beban Park Auditorium 10 am - 4:30 pm. FMI westcoastwomensshow.com Live Theatre: “Oklahoma!” presented by the South Island Musical Theatre Society. Port Theatre 2 pm. FMI/tix 250.754.8550 Mother-Daughter Day Workshop: for girls 13 - 17 and their moms. 9 am - 5 pm at The Origin at Longwood. FMI 250.668.7454 or esteemedchics.com 9th Annual Seedy Sunday in Nanaimo: buy or exchange seeds, participate in workshops. 10 am - 3 pm Bowen Park Auditorium. Admission $3. FMI 250.618.6323 Beginning Genealogy Part 1: learn how to research your family tree. Harbourfront Library 1 3 pm. Free. FMI 250.753.1154 ext. 238 Learn Acrylics: Free golden acrylic lecture/ demo from 1 - 4 pm at House of Indigo Boutique, Nanaimo. FMI/register at 250.754.1022 C Canucks VS Flames: away, 5 pm on SNET - P

04 MARCH MONDAY

2013 Vocal Festival: FMI 250.751.1297 or nanaimomusicfestival.com 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 2013 Dance Festival: presented by the Upper Island Musical Festival March 4 - 16 at Beban Park Social Centre.

Classical, tap, jazz, modern and street dance performances. FMI 250.751.1297 or nanaimomusicfestival.com

05 MARCH TUESDAY

2013 Vocal Festival: FMI 250.751.1297 or nanaimomusicfestival.com VIU Science & Technology Lecture Series: 7 - 8 pm on campus. Free. Schedule of talks @ web.viu.ca/simmsw 2013 Dance Festival: FMI 250.751.1297 or nanaimomusicfestival.com Easter Clay for Kids: 3 - 6 years with parents.

4 - 5 pm Bowen Pottery Studio March 5 &12. $15 Register for “Mud Pies” @ 250.756.5200 Easter Clay for Kids: 7 - 12 years @ Bowen Pottery Studio 5 - 6:30 pm (glazing March 12, 5 - 6 pm) $28 Register for “Clay Art” @ 250.756.5200 C Canucks VS Sharks: at home, 7 pm on SNET - P

06 MARCH WEDNESDAY

2013 Vocal Festival: FMI 250.751.1297 or nanaimomusicfestival.com Live Theatre: “The 39 Steps”. FMI/tix nanaimotheatregroup.com or 250.758.7224 Glow in the Dark Skate: dimmed lighting and special effects! 6:30 - 8 pm Frank Crane Arena FMI 250.756.5200 2013 Dance Festival: FMI 250.751.1297 or nanaimomusicfestival.com

07 MARCH THURSDAY

2013 Vocal Festival: FMI 250.751.1297 or nanaimomusicfestival.com Live Theatre: “The 39 Steps”. FMI/tix nanaimotheatregroup.com or 250.758.7224 Western Edge Theatre’s 10th Anniversary Party: 7 pm at Fibber Magees. A fundraiser for Western Edge. Performances, appies and cake. 19+. FMI/tix 250.668.0991 Live Theatre: VIU Theatre Department presents “The Rimers of Eldritch”, a brooding mystery play, 8 pm at Malaspina Theatre. Tix 250.740.6100 Worldbridger Film Series 2013: “Made in Dagenham” 7 pm VIU campus. By donation. FMI worldbridger.ca 2013 Dance Festival: FMI 250.751.1297 or nanaimomusicfestival.com

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Live Music: “Black Flamingo” (dance covers) at The Queen’s. No cover. 9:30 pm start Live Music: “Ries Vink” (accordion), courtesy of Harbour City Seniors, at Bowen Park 1:30 - 3 pm. FMI 250.755.7501 C Canucks VS Blue Jackets: at home, 4 pm on SNET - P

08 MARCH FRIDAY

Live Comedy: a night of stand-up comedy with actor, writer and media personality Tom Green. Nanaimo Entertainment Centre, doors 6:30 pm. Tix Harbour City Music, Lucid, Tranceformations, The Dog’s Ear and ticketzone.com 2013 Vocal Festival: FMI 250.751.1297 or nanaimomusicfestival.com Live Theatre: “The 39 Steps”. FMI/tix nanaimotheatregroup.com or 250.758.7224 2013 Piano Festival: March 8 - 14 at St. Andrew’s United Church. Presented by the Upper Island Musical Festival.

FMI 250.751.1297 or nanaimomusicfestival.com Drum Circle: all levels welcome! Bring your hand drum or other percussion instrument. Nanaimo Association for Community Living 7 - 9 pm. By donation. FMI 250.753.8499 10th Annual Wee Tipple Single Malt Scotch & Spirits Festival: fundraiser for Crimson Coast Dance Society. Grand Hotel’s Crystal Ballroom 7 - 10 pm. Tix advance only at the Grand Hotel, @ 250.716.3230 or crimsoncoastdance.org Clippers VS Alberni Valley: Frank Crane Arena 7 pm Tix 250.751.0593 Live Theatre: “The Rimers of Eldritch” 8 pm Malaspina Theatre. Tix 250.740.6100 Live Theatre: “Looking” @ Cedar Community Hall 8 pm. FMI/reservations 250.245.7516 2013 Dance Festival: FMI 250.751.1297 or nanaimomusicfestival.com Live Music: Tribute to U2 followed by “Baby Jane” at The Queen’s. Doors 8 pm Tix $15 FMI 250.754.6751 Red Willow Coffee House: live music and spoken word.

Open mic 7 pm featured performer “Fiona Stewart & Boyz” at 9 pm. $5/door Hope Lutheran Church. Everyone welcome International Women’s Day Luncheon: luncheon, guest speaker, live music at Coast Bastion Inn Ballroom. Hosted by Zonta Club of Nanaimo.

FMI/Tix $30 (advance only) 250.758.7632

09 MARCH SATURDAY

Live Theatre: “The 39 Steps”. 8 pm Bailey Studio. FMI/ tix nanaimotheatregroup.com or 250.758.7224 2013 Piano Festival: until March 14 at St. Andrew’s United Church. FMI 250.751.1297 or nanaimomusicfestival.com 2013 Strings Festival: classical, baroque, romantic and modern string performances at St. Paul’s Anglican Church. Presented by the Upper Island Musical Festival. FMI 250.751.1297 or nanaimomusicfestival.com Nanaimo Chamber Orchestra: “Prelude to the Ides” at Brechin United Church 7:30 pm. FMI/tix Port Theatre Box Office 250.754.8550

JOKE.

A magician was working on a cruise ship in the Caribbean.

The audience would be different each week, so the magician allowed himself to do the same tricks over and over again.

There was only one problem: The captain’s parrot saw the shows each week and began to understand how the magician did every trick.

Once he understood he started shouting in the middle of the show: “Look, it’s not the same hat” “Look, he is hiding the flowers under the table” “Hey, why are all the cards the Ace of Spades?” The magician was furious but couldn’t do anything; it was, after all, the captain’s parrot.

One day the ship had an accident and sank.

The magician found himself on a piece of wood in the middle of the ocean with the parrot, of course. They stared at each other with hate, but did not utter a word.

This went on for a day and another and another.

After a week the parrot said: “OK, I give up.

Where’s the boat?”

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Live Music: Juno Award winner “Digging Roots”, Port Theatre 7:30 pm. Free. Reserve your tickets at 250.754.8550 Saturday Speaker Series: “The Healthcare Professionals”. VIU 10:30 am - 12 pm. FMI viu.ca/eldercollege/ C Hockey Fundraiser: Nanaimo Clippers Alumni VS Vancouver Canucks Alumni! Puck drops at 4 pm Frank Crane Arena. Proceeds to local Hospital Foundation, Juvenile Diabetes and Nurses 4Kids Nanaimo Society. Bouncy Castle at noon, tailgate BBQ at 2 pm. Tix $20/ea at Clippers Office Beban Park or nanaimoclippers.com Live Music: “Littlehead” at Harewood Arms Pub 9 pm - 1 am. FMI 250.754.2566 Live Music: “Soul Sinners” at the Wellington. FMI 250.758.5513 Art for Kids: “Special ArtRageous - Artist Trading Cards” workshop at Nanaimo Art Gallery Downtown 10:30 am - 12 pm. For kids 5 - 11. FMI/register at 250.754.1750 Live Theatre: “The Rimers of Eldritch” 8 pm @ Malaspina Theatre. Tix 250.740.6100 Beer & Burger Fundraiser: for “Chase River Elementary”. Harewood Arms Pub 6 - 9 pm FMI 250.754.2566 Live Theatre: Yellow Point Drama Group presents “Looking”, a comedy about searching for love in middle-age, at Cedar Community Hall.

Special dinner theatre show. FMI/reservations 250.245.7516 2013 Dance Festival: FMI 250.751.1297 or nanaimomusicfestival.com Live Music: “Baby Jane” (top 40 dance) at The Queen’s. 9:30 pm start. Free before 10 pm

10 MARCH SUNDAY

2013 Piano Festival: FMI 250.751.1297 or nanaimomusicfestival.com Live Music: country music star/multiple Juno Award winner Terri Clark storms the Port Theatre stage. Special Guest Kira Isabella. Show 7:30 pm. FMI/tix 250.754.8550 Clippers VS W. Kelowna: Frank Crane Arena 3pm Tix 250.751.0593 Mandala Workshop: explore the Mandala as a visioning tool.

No previous drawing experience necessary. 10 am - 4 pm Island Girl Art Studio. FMI 250.729.2610 or sarahclarkdesign.ca

2013 Dance Festival: FMI 250.751.1297 or nanaimomusicfestival.com Beginning Genealogy Part 2: learn how to find sources as you continue to research your family tree. Harbourfront Library 1 - 3 pm. Free. FMI 250.753.1154 ext. 238 C Canucks VS Wild: away, 5 pm on SNET - P

11 MARCH MONDAY

2013 Brass and Woodwind Festival: presented by the Upper Island Musical Society 9 am - 5 pm at St. Paul’s Anglican Church. FMI 250.751.1297 or nanaimomusicfestival.com 2013 Piano Festival: until March 14. FMI 250.751.1297 or nanaimomusicfestival.com 2013 Dance Festival: until March 16. FMI 250.751.1297 or nanaimomusicfestival.com Poets on Campus: Rhea Tregebov: “Poetry and the Soul” Bldg. 365 (the Cabin) at VIU. 5 pm Free French as a Second Language: L’Association des francophones de Nanaimo is starting a new session.

FMI Isabelle 250.245.8988 or 250.729.2776 to register

12 MARCH TUESDAY

VIU Science & Technology Lecture Series: 7 - 8 pm on campus. Free. Schedule of talks @ web.viu.ca/simmsw 2013 Piano Festival: FMI 250.751.1297 or nanaimomusicfestival.com Live Music: “Beatles VS Stones: A Musical Shoot-out” at the Port Theatre featuring Canada’s top Beatles tribute band “Fab Fourever” and America’s top Stones tribute band “Satisfaction”. Show 7:30 pm. FMI/tix: 250.754.8550 Nanaimo Newcomer’s Club: 7 - 9 pm St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church. Free FMI nanaimonewcomersclub.org Port Theatre Presents: Classical Coffee Concert Series with acclaimed pianist Sarah Hagen 10:30 am in Port Theatre lobby.

Special guest soprano Megan Skidmore. FMI/tix 250.754.8550 Live Theatre: “The Rimers of Eldritch” 4 pm at Malaspina Theatre. Tix 250.740.6100 2013 Dance Festival: FMI 250.751.1297 or nanaimomusicfestival.com Ebook/Ereader Workshop: 6:30 - 7:30 pm Nanaimo Harbourfront Library. FMI 250.753.1154

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13 MARCH WEDNESDAY

2013 Piano Festival: FMI 250.751.1297 or nanaimomusicfestival.com 2013 Dance Festival: FMI 250.751.1297 or nanaimomusicfestival.com Live Theatre: “The Rimers of Eldritch” 12 noon at Malaspina Theatre. Tix 250.740.6100 Relieve Back Pain Talk: educational presentation @ Harbourfront Library 6:30 - 7:30 pm Free FMI 250.753.1154 ext. 238 Live Music: “Brave the Weather, Sandra Brigham and Nick Begg” at the Dinghy Dock Pub. Show 7 pm. Tix at the Pub or ticketzone.com

14 MARCH THURSDAY

2013 Piano Festival: FMI 250.751.1297 or nanaimomusicfestival.com 2013 Dance Festival: FMI 250.751.1297 or nanaimomusicfestival.com Live Theatre: “The Rimers of Eldritch” 8 pm at Malaspina Theatre. Tix 250.740.6100 Worldbridger Film Series 2013: “Fambultok” 7 pm VIU campus. By donation. FMI worldbridger.ca Live Music: “Black Flamingo” (dance covers) at The Queen’s. No cover. 9:30 pm start Wine Tasting: organic wines from Kalala Estate Winery paired with complementary foods at Lucky’s Liquor Store in Nanaimo 7 - 9 pm. FMI/tix 250.585.2275 Live Music: “NHCS Accordion Band”, courtesy of Harbour City Seniors, at Bowen Park 1:30 - 3 pm. FMI 250.755.7501 C Canucks VS Predators: at home, 7 pm on TSN

15 MARCH FRIDAY

Fairytale Scavenger Hunt: Wellington Branch Library March 15 - 25. For ages 2 - 12. Pick up entry form at Library.

Ryan Vending Twoonie Skate: 1:45 - 3:45 pm Nanaimo Ice Centre. FMI 250.756.5200 Live Theatre: “The Rimers of Eldritch” 8 pm at Malaspina Theatre. Tix 250.740.6100 Live Theatre: “Looking” at Cedar Community Hall 8 pm. FMI/reservations 250.245.7516 2013 Dance Festival: FMI 250.751.1297 or nanaimomusicfestival.com 2nd Annual Andrew Harris Circuit Skills Camp: a “working fundamentals intensive - all positions” football camp for kids 7 - 14 years at Comox Field March 15 - 16. FMI/register harris33.com/store/# Live Music: “Hummer” (dance covers) at The Queen’s. 9:30 pm start. Free before 10 pm

16 MARCH SATURDAY

Vancouver Island Symphony “Serenades for Spring”: featuring guest artist soprano Nadya Blanchette. Port Theatre 7:30 pm. FMI vancouverislandsymphony.com Tix 250.754.8550 Saturday Speaker Series: “Pharmaceuticals and Healthcare”. VIU 10:30 am - 12 pm. FMI viu.ca/eldercollege/ Parent & Tot Forest Exploration: Parnassian Woods walk, nature crafts, storytime. 10 - 11:30 am at NALT Plant Nursery. FMI 250.756.5200 Live Music: “Doc - St Paddys Party” at Harewood Arms Pub 9 pm - 1 am. FMI 250.754.2566 Live Music: “Freak Boy” at the Wellington. FMI 250.758.5513 Beer & Burger Fundraiser: for “Nautical Dragon”.

Harewood Arms Pub 6 - 9 pm FMI 250.754.2566 Live Theatre: “The Rimers of Eldritch” 8 pm Malaspina Theatre. Tix 250.740.6100

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So said Jane Austen, and many would agree with her. Home is where we can, literally and figuratively, ‘kick off our shoes’. It is where we can set aside the physical and behavioural trappings of society and just relax. It offers us a refuge, and a comfort.

The most common understanding of ‘home’ is that of a physical dwelling, a place we return to regularly and from which we base our daily activities.

Understood as such, it is believed humans have had ‘homes’ (in the form of caves or mud huts) since the late Stone Age. Many of us come to have strong attachments to our homes, holding as they do precious memories as well as precious items.

But being ‘home’ can also refer to a certain geographical area, or being surrounded by people with whom we believe we have affinities. It is not uncommon too for some to think of home as a mental or emotional rather than a physical place.

The saying “Home is where the heart is” reflects that way of thinking.

But if we consider the most common understanding of home – as physical refuge where we live and store personal property – it would be prudent to

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also consider the influence that our surroundings can have on our sense of well-being. If a home by definition is a familiar place that brings comfort, then it might be wise to understand what elements of an abode could potentially bring that about.

It is of course very individual. Prized items on display. The presence of a family pet. Pictures on the walls. The formation of new memories. Leaving and returning.

It can also include the colours we surround ourselves with: certain hues are believed to evoke certain emotional or physiological responses. With this in mind we can carefully choose fabric colours for our furnishings, and paint colours for interior walls and exterior features that together help create the tranquil feeling that lets us know we’re indeed ‘home’.

When considering a paint colour for the interior of your home, a good starting place is to choose something that complements the furnishings you already have, the effect you’re going for and the amount of light each room receives.

When considering a paint colour for the exterior of your abode, keep in mind the style of your home (heritage or modern) and the colour of surrounding buildings: while expressing your individuality is

rewarding, you may not want to stand out like a sore thumb. Also consider which features of your home you wish to highlight or disguise: the right colour can do either.

Creating a home takes work and only you will know when it’s finished. Just remember that when it is indeed done - and there’s no ‘right’ or ‘wrong’ way to get it done - you get to kick off your shoes.

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What is John Lennon’s middle

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Live Theatre: “Looking” at Cedar Community Hall. Matinee. FMI/reservations 250.245.7516 2013 Dance Festival: FMI 250.751.1297 or nanaimomusicfestival.com Live Music: “Hummer” (dance covers) at The Queen’s. 9:30 pm start. Free cover before 10 pm C Canucks VS Red Wings: at home, 7 pm on CBC

17 MARCH SUNDAY

Live Music: international piano superstar Krzysztof Jablonski joins the Nanaimo Conservatory of Music for their Annual Gala Concert, 2 pm Port Theatre. FMI/tix 250.754.4611 Family Rock Climbing: families with children 4 and up welcome - no experience necessary. Romper Room Climbing Gym 3 - 5 pm. FMI 250.756.5200 Fringe Flicks Independent Films: “Amour” @ Avalon Cinema at 1, 4 & 7 pm. FMI/tix theatreone.org Beginning Genealogy Part 3: continue researching your family tree. Harbourfront Library 1 - 3 pm. Free. FMI 250.753.1154 ext. 238 Live Music: celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Irish Pub Fibber Magees! Live music (including “Trinitude”), Irish food and Irish beer. FMI 250.591.0650

18 MARCH MONDAY

Hard of Hearing Group: meets every 3rd Monday Christ Community Church on Bowen 1:30 pm All welcome FMI call Pat 250.616.2962 Spring Break Day Camp for Girls: “CHIClette’s” is a fun week-long day camp for girls 9 - 11 designed to build health and body confidence. Nanaimo Aquatic Centre 9 am - 3 pm daily. FMI/register 250.756.5200 or visit esteemedchics.com CampAction: week-long day camp for kids 8 - 12 years. Games, sports, swimming, bowling, skating. Oliver Woods Community Centre 8:30 am - 5 pm each day. FMI/register 250.756.5200 Sun & Surf Spring Break Camp: week-long adventure day camp for kids 5 - 10 years. Departure Bay Activity Centre, 8:30 am - 5 pm each day. FMI/register 250.756.5200 March Break Out Fun: March 18, 20 and 22, 1 - 3 pm @ Nanaimo Aquatic Centre. Cool games and lots of fun. FMI 250.756.5200

Spring Break Camps: Parks & Rec offers camps for kids 3 through 14 years from March 18 - 22. Some camp themes include: art, pottery, rock climbing, soccer, tae kwon do, golf, sport skill development, computer game creation. FMI 250.756.5200 Spring Break Art Camps for Kids: week-long BMO Art Camps at Nanaimo Art Gallery (Campus location) March 18 - 22. “Art Exploration” for kids 8 - 11 years 9 am - 12 pm daily. “Art Immersion” for kids 12 - 16 years 1 - 4 pm daily.

FMI nanaimoartgallery.com register at 250.740.6350 Inspirational Speaker: visionary thinker Simon Sinek will teach you how to inspire others. Port Theatre 7 pm. Networking reception in Lobby 6 pm. FMI/tix 250.754.8550 Unity in Diversity Workshop: “TEDxGabriolaIsland is a day-long workshop examining “Unity in Diversity: Beyond Objectification into Empathy”. Guest speakers, musicians, authors and community activists. 10 am - 5:30 pm at The Haven, Gabriola Island. FMI 1.877.247.9238 x235 March Break at the Museum: workshop series for kids 5 - 12 years back by popular demand! Different themes each day March 18 - 22 from 1 - 4 pm. Drop-in basis, caregivers must be present.

By donation. FMI nanaimomuseum.ca or 250.753.1821 Fringe Flicks Independent Films: “Amour” @ Avalon Cinema at 7 pm. FMI/tix theatreone.org C Canucks VS Wild: at home, 7 pm on SNET - P

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VIU Science & Technology Lecture Series: 7 - 8 pm on campus. Free. Schedule of talks @ web.viu.ca/simmsw March Break Out Fun: 10:30 am - 12 pm @ Beban Pool. FMI 250.756.5200 CampAction: for kids 8 - 12 years. Oliver Woods Community Centre. FMI/register 250.756.5200 Sun & Surf Spring Break Camp: for kids 5 - 10 years.

Departure Bay Activity Centre FMI/register 250.756.5200 Easter Eggs Galore: create your own spectacular Easter Egg! Ages 7-12 at the Wellington Branch Library 10:15 - 11:15 am. Register at 250.758.5544 Music Workshop Gabriola Island: Victor Wooten workshop March 19 - 21 at The Haven, Gabriola Island.

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It won’t be long now before boating season is in full swing in the Harbour City. Taking along man’s best friend on your boating trip could be a great adventure for both you and you dog. For your furry friend boating is like riding in dream convertible with a blast of sun and fresh air from all directions. Nose in the air, ears blowing in the wind and his favorite people; what could be better!

Most all dogs have mastered the famous “Doggie Paddle” but it’s always important to stay as safe as possible. Your dog should always wear a life jacket when both in and near the water. That holds true even for breeds of dogs that traditionally love the water and take to swimming quite easily.

When taking your dog on water related outings it’s important to keep the following items at hand: A doggy towel.

A sweater made out of water-resistant material.

A non-spill water bowl and lots of fresh water .

A pooper-scooper and trash bags .

A life jacket for your dog.

Another tip to consider is shade for your furry friend. Even though your dog may have many opportunities to jump into the water, it’s important he has a cool relaxing place for resting. Boat surfaces, such as fiberglass, can get very hot in the sun.

Dogs absorb heat through the pads on their feet so be sure to protect them. Your dog will surely be enjoying himself so much that excitement could hide the fact he is

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Now that you have most everything covered pick the perfect day to go have that amazing adventure with your whole family! Always keeping safety first, your dog is bound to have the time of his life. Enjoy your trip!

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Spring Break Camps: Parks & Rec offers camps for kids 3 through 14 years from March 18 - 22. FMI 250.756.5200 Live Music: BC Regional Cadet Honour Band, Port Theatre, 7:30 pm. Free. First come first served seating C Canucks VS Blues: at home, 7 pm on TSN

20 MARCH WEDNESDAY

Movie Premiere: the award-winning film “My Father and the Man in Black” has its local premiere at the Port Theatre with opening live band “Big River”. Show 7 pm. FMI/tix 250. 754.8550 March Break Out Fun: 1 - 3 pm @ Nanaimo Aquatic Centre. FMI 250.756.5200 CampAction: for kids 8 - 12 years. Oliver Woods Community Centre. FMI/register 250.756.5200 Glow in the Dark Skate: dimmed lighting and special effects! 6:30 - 8 pm Frank Crane Arena FMI 250.756.5200 Sun & Surf Spring Break Camp: for kids 5 - 10 years.

Departure Bay Activity Centre FMI/register 250.756.5200 Spring Break Camps: Parks & Rec offers camps for kids 3 through 14 years from March 18 - 22. FMI 250.756.5200 Improve Posture Talk: educational presentation @ Harbourfront Library 6:30 - 7:30 pm Free FMI 250.753.1154 ext. 238 Lego Club Wednesdays: Wellington Branch Library 3:30 - 4:30 pm. 250.758.5544 to register

21 MARCH THURSDAY

March Break Out Fun: 10:30 am - 12 pm @ Beban Pool. FMI 250.756.5200

CampAction: for kids 8 - 12 years. Oliver Woods Community Centre. FMI/register 250.756.5200 Sun & Surf Spring Break Camp: for kids 5 - 10 years.

Departure Bay Activity Centre FMI/register 250.756.5200 Spring Break Camps: Parks & Rec offers camps for kids 3 through 14 years from March 18 - 22. FMI 250.756.5200 Live Theatre: Ladysmith Little Theatre presents “Our Town”, an American classic by Thornton Wilder that examines aspects of the human experience, from March 21 - April 7. FMI/tix ladysmiththeatre.com or 250.924.0658 Worldbridger Film Series 2013: “Mine Vaganti” 7 pm VIU campus. By donation. FMI worldbridger.ca Science World on the Road!: Nanaimo North Town Centre March 21, 22 and 23 from 10 am - 4:15 pm daily. Free.

FMI/schedule of events nanaimonorth.com Live Music “Swollen Members” at The Spice Lounge. Doors 9 pm. Tix $15/$20. FMI 250.754.6751 Live Music: “Bryden Street Jazz Band”, courtesy of Harbour City Seniors, at Bowen Park 1:30 - 3 pm. FMI 250.755.7501 C Canucks VS Coyotes: away, 7 pm on SNET - P

22 MARCH FRIDAY

Drum Circle: all levels welcome! Bring your hand drum or other percussion instrument. Nanaimo Association for Community Living 7 - 9 pm. By donation. FMI 250.753.8499 Live Theatre: Western Edge Theatre presents “Savage in Limbo” at Nanaimo Centre Stage. Show 7:30 pm.

Adult content. FMI westernedge.org or 250.668.0991

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Nanaimo has a fascinating connection to one of 20th century music’s greatest icons, and a very special upcoming event at the Port Theatre will shed even more light on the City’s relationship to Johnny Cash, “The Man in Black”.

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March 20th will see the screening of “My Father and The Man In Black” at Nanaimo’s Port Theatre. The film was written, directed and produced by Jonathan Holiff, the son of Johnny’s longtime manager Saul Holiff.

Jonathan’s mother and father lived in Nanaimo until 2005 when Saul committed suicide. Jonathan’s mother still calls Nanaimo home, as does the film-maker himself.

The film was inspired by the discovery after Saul’s death of audio diaries and phone calls he had with Cash during the 60s and 70s, along with a large amount of memorabilia including lobby cards, concert programs and magazines, publicity stills and movie and concert posters. The cache was found in a Nanaimo locker, and the close examination and documentation of its contents led to the creation of a film described by Philip Brown of the Toronto Star as “a painfully honest twin portrait of manager and artist”.

“You can feel all the tension, and the heartbreak, rumbling beneath every frame” adds Katherine Monk of the Vancouver Province. The Hollywood Reporter calls it “a privileged perspective on crucial moments in Johnny Cash’s career”.

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The early-spring screening at The Port marks the first time a feature film has been projected at the Port Theatre, the first time this film has been shown outside the film festival circuit, and the first time the director will be available post-screening for a 40-minute question and answer session. “My father’s gold records and Johnny Cash memorabilia will be on display for the first time,” says Holiff. “To my knowledge, nothing like this has ever been done before in Nanaimo”.

Kicking off the feature event on the 20th will be a 20-minute opening set

by Canada’s top Johnny Cash cover band, Big River.

Of particular interest to local audiences will be the reference in the film to Nanaimo. The sharp-eyed in attendance may also catch glimpses of familiar landmarks: much of the movie footage was generated from shoots on location in Nanaimo and around Vancouver Island.

“My Father and The Man In Black” has generated a lot of buzz on the film festival circuit. It was declared WINNER “Best Feature Documentary” at EDINDOCS, WINNER “Best Music Film” at RADAR Hamburg International Film Festival, TOP 10 Audience Favorite at Vancouver International Film Festival and TOP 10 Audience Favorite at Calgary International Film Festival.

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Move over Group of Seven.

Nanaimo’s “Group of Ten” now numbers twenty-five and they’re celebrating their 30th anniversary!

Art 10 Gallery - situated in Nanaimo North Town Centre – showcases the work of a long-lived cooperative art group that first formed in May 1983. Originally boasting a membership of 10 painters - hence the name “Art 10” – the collective now numbers twenty-five and includes potters, jewellers, glass designers and oil, acrylic and watercolour painters.

The cooperative was the brainchild years ago of newly transplanted Winnipeg artist Doris Paterson, who had belonged to a similar group back home. She believed the artists of the Nanaimo area needed a permanent place to showcase their work. And while the Gallery has had a number of different homes during the past 30 years - the first was Harbour Park Mall (now Port Place Shopping Centre) – the cooperative itself has not only survived, but thrived.

Member Marilyn Ridsdale believes she knows why.

“The charm of the Gallery is that we offer truly unique pieces by local artists,” she says. “And because all members take shifts in the Gallery, a customer can speak directly to the artist if they wish some background information on their purchase of a ‘one of a kind’ piece of art”.

Supporting a gallery of local artists helps keep the money circulating close to home, adds Ridsdale, which in turn encourages the cultural health of the community since many of the Art 10 members also teach art classes.

Ridsdale acknowledges however that the everchanging function of art in people’s lives have at times brought challenges to the Gallery.

“It used to be people would have an emotional connection to a piece or image, and it would get passed down through the family”, she says.

“Nowadays, there is a tendency to see art as very decorative. Many people want inexpensive reproductions that match their couch. This can make it a bit tough to sell originals”.

But Ridsdale believes the pendulum might be swinging back the other way. And the Gallery is ready, with its broad selection of mediums and styles. “It’s a little bit of everything in here,” she laughs. “You can find watercolours beside brilliant acrylics. And because we change the walls every month, you’ll almost always see new works when you come in. As an artist this can encourage you to get at it!”

Ridsdale believes one of the reasons the Gallery works so well in its current location is the reprieve it offers from the hustle and bustle of the mall. “It is a place where people can come to look and be moved,” she says. When the Gallery celebrates its 30th Anniversary on May 25th, she hopes many people will come in and do just that.

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March Break Out Fun: 1 - 3 pm @ Nanaimo Aquatic Centre. FMI 250.756.5200 CampAction: for kids 8 - 12 years. Oliver Woods Community Centre. FMI/register 250.756.5200 Sun & Surf Spring Break Camp: for kids 5 - 10 years.

Departure Bay Activity Centre FMI/register 250.756.5200 Spring Break Camps: Parks & Rec offers camps for kids 3 through 14 years from March 18 - 22. FMI 250.756.5200 Live Theatre: “Our Town” FMI/tix ladysmiththeatre.com or 250.924.0658 Science World on the Road!: Nanaimo North Town Centre 10 am - 4:15 pm. Free. FMI/schedule of events nanaimonorth.com Harbourfront Book Club: discuss fiction and nonfiction titles 6:30 - 7:30 pm at Nanaimo Harbourfront Library. Free. Call 250.753.1154 to register

23 MARCH SATURDAY

Live Theatre: “Savage in Limbo” at Nanaimo Centre Stage 7:30 pm. Adult content. FMI westernedge.org or 250.668.0991 Live Dance: “Flamenco Rosario” at the Port Theatre 7:30 pm. FMI/tix 250.754.8550 Live Theatre for Kids: part of TheatreOne’s “Just Kidding! For Kids” series, Erewhon Theatres presents a participatory production of “The Velveteen Rabbit”. VIU Theatre 1 - 2:30 pm. FMI/tix theatreone.org Saturday Speaker Series: “Sustainability and You”.

VIU 10:30 am - 12 pm. FMI viu.ca/eldercollege/ Live Music: “Electric Koolaid” at Harewood Arms Pub 9 pm - 1 am. FMI 250.754.2566 Live Music: “Almost Famous” at the Wellington.

FMI 250.758.5513 Live Theatre: “Our Town”. FMI/tix ladysmiththeatre.com or 250.924.0658 Fundraising Banquet for Ducks Unlimited: no-host cocktails, dinner and auction in support of Canada’s wetlands at the Coast Bastion Inn starting at 6 pm. FMI/tix ducks.ca/events Science World on the Road!: Nanaimo North Town Centre 10 am - 4:15 pm. Free. FMI/schedule of events nanaimonorth.com Art for Kids: “ArtRageous - Puppets” workshop at Nanaimo Art Gallery Downtown 10:30 am - 12 pm. For kids 5 - 11. FMI/register at 250.754.1750

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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

Terri Clark

Sunday March 10th, 7:30 pm Presented by GeeDan Concerts

Beatles Vs Stones

Tuesday March 12th, 7:30 pm

Serenades For Spring

Saturday March 16th, 7:30 pm Presented by V.I. Symphony

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My Father and The Man In Black

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Sunday March 17th, 2:00 pm Presented by Nanaimo Conservatory of Music Monday March 18th, 7:00 pm

My Father Wednesday March 20th, 7:00 pm and The Man In Black

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EVERY WEEK EVERY MONDAY Open Jam Night: The Queens, 9 pm All musicians welcome. Free. 250.754.6751 Youth Drop-In: “Spare Blox” for youth 12 - 17 years. 7 - 9 pm. Supervised gym, video games, movies. Free. Nanaimo District Secondary. Register at 250.756.5200

guest artist at Art 10 Gallery in Nanaimo North Town Centre during March. Free.

Open Jam: Demeter’s Coffee Vault 7 - 10 pm Rookie Boot Camp: Oliver Woods 9:15 - 10:15 am Drop-in available.

FMI 250.756.5200 Live Music: Ceili Night with Kerri Brown at Fibber Magees. 7:30 pm start.

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Nanaimo Museum Feature Exhibit: In Tents: How We Camped (Jan 17-Apr 27). Submit your photos and memories!

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Drop In & Play Group: for children 5 and under and their caregivers.

Woodgrove Centre near the food court. 9:30 - 10:30 am. Free

Nanaimo Art Gallery Exhibit: “What’s Our is Yours: On Community and Collecting” explores ideas around collecting and the stories they can tell. Downtown and Campus locations through April 11. Free.

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Youth Drop-In: “Spare Blox” for youth 12 - 17 years. 7 - 9 pm. Supervised gym, video games, movies. Free. Oliver Woods Community Centre. Register at 250.756.5200

Art Exhibit: oil and acrylic paintings by Karen Birch at Demeter’s Coffee Vault until March 29th. Free.

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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 (Jan 17-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 @ http://web.viu.ca/simmsw Art Exhibit: oil and acrylic paintings by Karen Birch at Demeter’s Coffee Vault until March 29th. Free.

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SongWave 2013 Boys Honour Choir returns to Nanaimo and runs for 6 weeks from March 29 - May 6th. The British Columbia Boys Choir offers this singing program to any boy that loves to sing and wants to join! Boys have an opportunity to learn to use their voice and go from zero to 100% in six weeks of rehearsals.

This year, SongWave 2013 will end with a celebration on International Music Day with performances in downtown Nanaimo including a free performance at The Port Theatre. Says conductor Patricia Plumley, “This is a great opportunity for boys to grow in a variety of ways singing builds confidence and promotes team work! They also will have a chance to perform with 60 other boys from the International Touring Choir and the Nanaimo Choirs on May 6th.” Rehearsals take place on Mondays from 5 -6 p.m. at the Downtown Public Library and it costs $60 to register. Bursaries are available based on financial need.

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...every week continued Art Exhibit: Mary Ann Fleming is the guest artist at Art 10 Gallery in Nanaimo North Town Centre during March. Free.

Technology Tuesdays: free dropin help for ebook, computer use questions 4 - 6 pm Nanaimo Harbourfront Library. FMI 250.753.1154

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 (Jan 17-Apr 27). Submit your photos and memories!

250-753-1821 or NanaimoMuseum.ca Free Billiards Night: The Courts Pub FMI 250.591.2122

Baby Rhyme Time: 10:30 - 11 am Harbourfront Library. Free, drop-in

Art Exhibit: oil and acrylic paintings by Karen Birch at Demeter’s Coffee Vault until March 29th. Free.

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Nanaimo Art Gallery Exhibit: “What’s Our is Yours: On Community and Collecting” explores ideas around collecting and the stories they can tell. Downtown and Campus locations through April 11. Free.

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Drop-in Bowling: Brechin Lanes 10 am 12 noon. $10 covers shoes, taxes, 2 games, coffee and sandwich. FMI 250.753.2341 Karaoke at The Queens: starts at 9 pm Free 250.754.6751 Open Mic Jam: The Courts Pub 250.591.2122 Youth Drop-In: “Spare Blox” for youth 12 - 17 years. John Barsby 7 - 9 pm. Supervised gym, video games, movies.

Free. Register at 250.756.5200 Nanaimo Museum Feature Exhibit: In Tents: How We Camped (Jan 17-Apr 27). Submit your photos and memories!

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Live Theatre: “Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story” at Chemainus Theatre Festival. Tix 1.800.565.7738 Baby Rhyme Time: 11:15 - 11:45 am Harbourfront Library. Free, drop-in Toddlertime: 10:30 - 11 am Harbourfront Library. Free, drop-in Tiny Tots Playgroup: Country Club Centre 10 - 11 am. Free, drop-in. FMI 250.758.1102 Rookie Boot Camp: Oliver Woods 9:15 10:15 am Drop-in available. FMI 250.756.5200 Live Music: Myc Sharratt at Fibber Magees. 7:30 pm start

EVERY THURSDAY Spanish Conversation Club: 6:30 - 7:30 pm at Harbourfront Library. Casual, friendly setting with facilitator Karina Oropeza. Free.

Register at spanish.bc@gmail.com VanIsle Fiddlers: Nanaimo’s original traditional music community experience the joy of making music with others FMI 250.591.3913

Art Exhibit: Mary Ann Fleming is the guest artist at Art 10 Gallery in Nanaimo North Town Centre during March. Free.

Live Theatre: “Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story” at Chemainus Theatre Festival. Tix 1.800.565.7738 Preschool Storytime: 10:30 - 11:15 am Harbourfront Library. Free, drop-in.

Crafty Thursdays: Wellington Branch Library 4 - 5 pm for kids 2 - 12. Free, no registration required FMI 250.758.5544 Live Music: The Atkinsons at Fibber Magees. 7:30 pm start

EVERY FRIDAY Live Music: Eric Harper at Fibber Magees starting March 8. FMI 250.591.0650 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 (Jan 17-Apr 27). Submit your photos and memories!

250-753-1821 or NanaimoMuseum.ca The Zone Youth Hang-out: Fridays 7 - 9 pm until Mar 15 at Beban Park Complex. Soccer, electronic nights, dodge ball, movies! $6 drop-in. Youth 11 - 13 years. FMI 250.756.5200 Art Exhibit: oil and acrylic paintings by Karen Birch at Demeter’s Coffee Vault until March 29th. Free.

Nanaimo Art Gallery Exhibit: “What’s Our is Yours: On Community and Collecting” explores ideas around collecting and the stories they can tell. Downtown and Campus locations through April 11. Free.

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10:15 am Drop-in available. FMI 250.756.5200

EVERY SATURDAY Dungeons and Dragons Club: Nanaimo Harbourfront Library 1 pm for youth 13 18 years. Free. FMI 250.753.1154 ext 238 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 (Jan 17-Apr 27). Submit your photos and memories!

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Nanaimo Art Gallery Exhibit: “What’s Our is Yours: On Community and Collecting” explores ideas around collecting and the stories they can tell. Downtown and Campus locations through April 11. Free. FMI www.nanaimoartgallery.com Art Exhibit: Mary Ann Fleming is the guest artist at Art 10 Gallery in Nanaimo North Town Centre during March. Free.

Live Theatre: “Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story” at Chemainus Theatre Festival. Tix 1.800.565.7738

EVERY SUNDAY Free Sunday Skate: Nanaimo Ice Centre 3-5 pm FMI 250.756.5200 Live Music: Sunday Showcase at The Corner Lounge 10 pm. Free Live Music: different musicians each week at Fibber Magees 250.758.5513 Nanaimo Museum Feature Exhibit: In Tents: How We Camped (Jan 17-Apr 27). Submit your photos and memories!

250-753-1821 or NanaimoMuseum.ca Art Exhibit: oil and acrylic paintings by Karen Birch at Demeter’s Coffee Vault until March 29th. Free.

Art Exhibit: Mary Ann Fleming is the guest artist at Art 10 Gallery in Nanaimo North Town Centre during March. Free.

Live Theatre: “Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story” at Chemainus Theatre Festival. Tix 1.800.565.7738 Submit your weekly events to: E nanaimo@whatsondigest.com W whatsondigest.com (click on Nanaimo) M 250-668-2557

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Vault. Doors 6:30 pm, program 7 pm. Open mic followed by several feature performers. FMI wordstorm.ca Thrilling Tales! Storytime for Adults: 6:30 - 7:30 pm at Nanaimo Harbourfront Library. Free drop-in C Canucks VS Blue Jackets: at home, 7 pm on SNET - P

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Ukulele workshop & benefit concert: at Arbutus Music. Workshop 10 -11:30 am, concert (benefitting Sea Turtle Conservation) @ 3 pm. FMI/tix Arbutus Music or call 250.740.0050 Live Theatre: “Our Town”.

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25 MARCH MONDAY

Live Music: acclaimed Canadian jazz singer Holly Cole at the Port Theatre 7:30 pm. FMI/tix 250.754.8550

26 MARCH TUESDAY

VIU Science & Technology Lecture Series: 7 - 8 pm on campus. Free. Schedule of talks @ web.viu.ca/simmsw Spoken Word Event: “Wordstorm” at Demeter’s Coffee

27 MARCH WEDNESDAY

Reduce Stress/Relieve Tension Talk: educational presentation @ Harbourfront Library 6:30 - 7:30 pm. Free. FMI 250.753.1154 ext. 238 Live Theatre: “Our Town”.

FMI/tix ladysmiththeatre.com or 250.924.0658 Worldbridger Film Series 2013: “Et Maintenant, On Va Ou?” 7 pm VIU campus. By donation. FMI worldbridger.ca Easter Eggstravaganza: stories, a puppet show and crafts. Ages 0-6 at the Wellington Branch Library from 10:30 - 11:30 am. 250.758.5544 to register Live Music: “Black Flamingo” (dance covers) at The Queen’s. No cover. 9:30 pm start Astronomy Presentation: Hosted by the Nanaimo Astronomy Society 7 - 9 pm at Beban Park Social Centre. Members free/non-members $2. FMI nanaimoastronomy.com Live Music: “Ave the Piano Man”, courtesy of Harbour City Seniors, at Bowen Park 1:30 - 3 pm. FMI 250.755.7501 C Canucks VS Avalanche: at home, 7 pm on SNET - P

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Live Theatre: “Savage in Limbo” FMI westernedge.org or 250.668.0991 Live Theatre: “Our Town”. FMI/tix ladysmiththeatre.com or 250.924.0658 Introduction to the Bhagavad Gita: 6:30 - 9 pm at Island Yoga Vista. FMI/register 250.754.0939 Live Music: “Toy Zebra” (all dance covers) at The Queen’s. 9:30 pm start. Free before 10 pm

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FMI/tix ladysmiththeatre.com or 250.924.0658 Easter Event: at Nanaimo North Town Centre 11 am - 2 pm. Make and take crafts, photos with the Easter Bunny (by donation, proceeds to Child Development Centre), free Easter goodies C Canucks VS Oilers: away, 7 pm on CBC

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Live Theatre: “Savage in Limbo” FMI westernedge.org or 250.668.0991 Live Theatre: “Our Town”. FMI/tix ladysmiththeatre.com or 250.924.0658 Annual Newcastle Island Easter Egg Hunt: courtesy of the Nanaimo Yacht Club, this free family event takes place at noon on the Island. Children 12 and under travel free on the Newcastle Island Ferry all day. FMI 250.754.7011 Live Music: thought-provoking folk musician Jon Brooks at Pacific Gardens Cohousing 7:30 pm. Tix $20/advance (at Fascinating Rhythm and Arbutus Music), $25/door.

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Whats n Wheels

Just as spring finds many of us needing a physical ‘tune up’ after the inactivity caused by winter weather, it also finds many of our cars in the same predicament. Extended warm up times and slower commutes due to bad weather and/or poor road conditions take their toll on vehicles. When exhaust systems don’t heat up, moisture can rust them from the inside out. Rutted roads can pound suspensions, and brake calipers can get corroded slides which cause brakes to drag and tires to wear. These problem areas should be checked after a season of winter driving, but there’s much more that could be done to keep your car running its best. With “Spring Tune-Up Special” signs popping up at automotive shops as predictably as the first flowers of the season, car owners may want to give some thought to maintenance before hitting the road.

The word “Tune-up” can mean different things to different people, from changing sparkplugs and checking filters to having your charging system analyzed. The latter kind of tune-up costs much more, but the benefits – like better fuel efficiency or an extended life for your vehicle – can be higher, too. Whatever kind of tune-up you opt for, be sure you know exactly what the repair shop will do before they look under the hood.

Here are a few things to consider including in your vehicle’s spring tune-up.

Winter driving with its cold engine temperatures and rich fuel mixtures can foul sparkplugs. Even one sparkplug firing intermittently will decrease fuel economy dramatically Oxygen sensors can become fouled by rich mixtures, causing their performance to slowly degrade and fuel economy to decrease. New sensors can improve fuel economy quite dramatically, so changing a sensor with high mileage on it makes good sense.

Exhaust system inspections aren’t often thought of as a tune-up procedure, but a missed exhaust leak will cause poor fuel economy Road salt and extra winter moisture can cause corrosion in electrical system grounds; re-tightening body and engine grounds can prevent many ‘driveability’ problems

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Extended idling times in winter can cause sticking injector problems that lead to decreased fuel economy. Consider adding an injector cleaning to your car’s tune-up: it can improve both economy and ‘driveability’

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