May 2013 Campbell River by Whats On Digest Ltd.

Campbell River ’s Magazine

May 2013 / 7:5 WhatsOnDigest.com

Entertainment • Fun • Play • Dine

“The greatest choice I’ve ever made.” ~ Ana MacManus

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This month, we personally selected what we feel are a few “Can’t Miss” events happening in the Campbell River area. We hope you enjoy them as much as we know we will. May 3

Spring Home Expo

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Rotary Honours Concert

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Pier Street Farmers Market OPENS

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May 31 Vancouver Island Music Conference

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10th Art & Bloom Festival

Disneys Alice in Wonderland Tidemark 4th Annual Safety & Trade Show

Swing for Charity Golf Tournament

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Drop-in Water Volleyball: Strathcona Gardens. FMI see ad in issue. PADI Discovery Scuba Diving Pool Experience (14+): Strathcona Gardens, FMI see ad in issue. Drop-in Volleyball (16+): Strathcona Gardens, FMI see ad in issue. NEW Karaoke: Paramount Music Hall, 10pm. Hosted by David Tancon. On main stage, full sound & lights w/ DJ Tommy G, 250.286.1841. Farmers Market: Comox Bay Farm, 9am-1pm. 218.032 CR Sea Kayaking Club: Easy evening group paddles. AprSep. John Gubbels, 250.203.9953. Timberline Grad Group Photo: Timberline Amphitheatre, 11:10am-11:30am. 250.923.9500 SPCA Fundraiser: Register & fill-up paint can w/ loonies. Winner of most loonies raised wins trophy & goes in newspaper. Get creative, Door-to-door, sing, dance, BBQ. Whatever you can think of. Funds raised will be matched by city upto $10 000. www.merecroftvet.com / 287.2007. CR Friendship Quilters Guild: Comm. Ctr lounge, 7pm. New members welcome. CRFriendshipQuiltGuild.com / 926.0194

Therapuetic Relaxation Skills: CR Hospice Society, 3:30-5:30pm. 250.286.1121 / CRHospice.org More Gems for Rock Garden: CR Baptist Church CR Garden Club Gathering. Members free, Visitors $2. 250.923.0578 / CampbellRiverGardenClub.com Jam Nite: Serious Coffee, 6:30-8:30pm. 250.923.1312. Blood Donor Clinic: Comm. Ctr, 250.236.6283. 2 MAY THU DJ Just Rob: Paramount Music Hall. No cover before 11pm, 250.286.1841.

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Spring Fling Derby: Catch salmon from Painters Lodge or April Point during May 2 - Jun 8 & win! Largest salmon wins great prize. 1.800.663.7090. Lost Families Found: Maritime Heritage Ctr, 7pm. Join CR Genealogy Society to learn how to research your family tree today. Pat, 250.923.6575. Timberline Grad Fashion Show: Timberline Secondary School Cafeteria, 7-9pm. Theme; Fashion Week in Paris. Tix $8/Students, $10/Adults. 250.923.9500. CR Adventure Club Meeting: Do you like outdoor recreation? Join the club! 7pm. 250.286.9644 3 MAY FRI CR Spring Home Expo 2013: (3-5th) Decorators, builders, remodellers, designers, suppliers & other professionals w/ expertise in home improvement & design industry. 1.800.471.1112 / www.homeshowtime.com. FMI see ad in issue.

DJ Rob with Your Dance Requests: Paramount, Music Hall, 10pm, 250.286.1841. Urban Dance Gala: Tidemark Theatre, 7pm. Evening of outstanding entertainment, $15. 250.287.7899. 8th Annual Photographers at Painters: (May 3-5) Some of Canada’s premier photographers for workshops, discussions, hands-on demo’s, brunch & wine & cheese reception. Broaden your horizon, polish your skills & inspire your creativity. 1.800.663.7090. Relevant Faith: Island Apologetic Conference: (3-5th) Find answers to your Q’s! What’s the meaning of life? Has science disproved God? Is evil a problem for belief in a good God? Do all roads lead to God? Is religion bad? Is there life after death? Weekend of challenges, learning, speakers & worship. CRBaptist.bc.ca / 287.8831 V.I. FibreFest 2013: (May3-5) CR Comm. Ctr. Fundraiser 4 specialized recreation. Everything from quilting, weaving, Add Fun Opening Tournaspinning, knitting, zentangle, sock knitting, needle arts to workshops, vendor appetizers, choice armentmall, - May 4thpeople’s Everyone tisans & gallery, demo’s, Maggie Jackson Fashion Show, Welcome ‘Sewing 4 Fun’ student’s work on display & appies, cour-

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tesy of Cooking Basics. Admission by donation. VancouverIslandFibreFest.blogspot.ca / 250.286.1161. 4 MAY SAT CR Spring Home Expo 2013: FMI see ad in this issue. Best of the Best - Rotary Honours Concert: Tidemark Theatre, 7:30pm. Tix $20. Celebrate hard work & dedication of award winning young artists. Exciting evening of music & dance directed by Heather Gordon Murphy. Ft. Carter Johnson, Tara School of Dancing, Matthew Krell, CR Dance Xtreme, Rory Shade, Pacific Ukes, Grace Rebeiro, Corey Spetifore, CR Childrens Choir, Urban Dance Connection, Raincoast Performing Arts, Ruth Scott Chopin Competition. All profits go to participants. 250.287.7899. Saratoga Speedway Opening Night: Fireworks! Crash to pass, hornet cars, figure 8 cars, road runners. Rain or shine! Gates 5:30pm, Racing 7:30pm. SaratogaSpeedWay.bc.ca Fun Opening Golf Tournament: Rainbow’s End Golf Course (Sayward). Everyone’s welcome. 250.282.3222. 8th Annual Photographers at Painters: See 3rd. Dance to DJ Just Rob & DJ Pee Poole: Paramount Music Hall, 250.286.1841. Quadra Is. Farmers Market & Bazaar: Quadra Comm. Ctr. Arts, crafts, veggies & more! Michelle 250.285.3747. 12th Annual Angel Rock Beneﬁt & Dance: Presented by CR Hospice Society. Theme is Vegas. Drinks, mingling & photobooth fun before dinner which is catered by Royal Coachman. There’ll be a silent & live auction, casino, dancing. Prizes include; treadmill or lawn-mower, aeroplane tickets, 1.06 carat diamond w/ $250 Kampmann Jewellers gift certificate, wooden wall hanging. @ the Sportsplex 5:30pm. Tix $50. 250.286.1121. Moss Basket Demonstration: Black Creek Farm & Feed, 11am. Sharon shows how to make 3 types of baskets. Free. 250.337.8922. Play Scrabble 4 Literacy Programs: Robron Ctr’s Library, 1-4pm. 3Rounds of scrabble, players matched w/ others of similar ability. Prizes to top & lowest score & most donated. Pre-reg. 250.923.1275 / info@literacyforall.ca

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CR Spring Home Expo 2013: FMI see ad in this issue. Pier Street Farmers Market & Arts Fair is Back!: CR Fishing Pier lot, 10am-2:30pm. Every Sunday, May-Sep. 203.1399.

8th Annual Photographers at Painters: See 3rd. Royal Coachman’s 35th Anniversary: Royal Coachman Pub. Celebrations to be announced, 250.286.0231. Annual ‘Walk 4 Hearts’ Fundraiser: Registrations 1pm @ Willow Point Hall. Edie, emcrann@shaw.ca 6 MAY MON Sandowne School Quality Foods Shopping Spree: (May5-9) Quality Foods, 4:30-6pm. Draw, May10 @ Sandowne Family Movie Night. 7 MAY TUE Paramount Music Hall: No cover, free pool & DJ Tommy G (your request guru), 250.286.1841. 8 MAY WED NEW Karaoke: Paramount Music Hall, 10pm. Hosted by David Tancon. On main stage, full sound & lights w/ DJ Tommy G, 250.286.1841. CR Sea Kayaking Club: Easy evening group paddles. AprSep. John Gubbels, 250.203.9953. CR Toastmasters: (Every Wed) Comm. Ctr Rm 1,

7-8:30pm. Overcome shyness, develop confidence, speaking & leadership skills. chernabogsh@aim.com CR Celiac Support Group: Sunshine Wellness Ctr, CR Hospital 7pm 923.3638 / 923.4319. Clown Club Mtg: New members welcome, 7pm, 923.8546 9 MAY THU DJ Just Rob: Paramount Music Hall. No cover before 11pm, 250.286.1841. 10 MAY FRI - Move 4 Health Day Top 40 Dance Party for Kids: Strathcona Gardens, 6-9pm. FMI see ad in issue. DJ Rob with Your Dance Requests: Paramount, Music Hall, 10pm, 250.286.1841. Move 4 Health Day Free Swim (16+): Strathcona Gardens, FMI see ad in issue. Move 4 Healthy Day: Try different kinds of healthy exercise w/ different instructors. Challenge your fellow employees & win prizes for your work place. Get fit & Stay fit! Find out what you can do, Karen @Sportsplex, 923.7911 The Great Freezie Shoot Off: Strathcona Gardens, FMI see ad in this issue. Gem & Mineral Club Mtg: Comm. Ctr. Craft Rm, 7:30pm

7 11 MAY SAT Annual Ducks Unlimited Banquet Fundraiser: Maritime Heritage. Help conserve Canada’s wetlands. Great meal, live & silent auctions, raffle pkgs, prizes galore! Don Neill, 250.923.7784 / ducksandsarah@hotmail.com Saratoga Speedway: Featuring; Brian Sullivan Memorial, bomber cars, IMCA modifides, dwarf cars. Rain or shine! Gates 5:30pm, Racing 7:30pm. SaratogaSpeedWay.bc.ca

Mud Run Ride: McIvor Lake. Mountain biking, trail running, friendship, mud & a ton of fun. MudRunRide.com Tidemark Cinema - The Never-ending Story: Tidemark Theatre, 1pm. $5. 250.287.7899. Dance to DJ Just Rob & DJ Pee Poole: Paramount Music Hall, 250.286.1841. Aftertoon of Jazz: Royal Coachman Pub, 1-4pm. 286.0231 Quadra Is. Farmers Market & Bazaar: Quadra Comm. Ctr. Arts, crafts, veggies & more! Michelle 250.285.3747. Lego Fun: Play with CR Museum’s great collection of Lego pieces. 1-2:30pm. $5/child. Reserve, 250.287.3103. Comox Valley Roller Derby: Comox Valley Sports Ctr, Doors 7pm. Brick House Betties vs Sea to Sky Sirens. Prizes!

Family Friendly. Entertainment. 19+ Refreshments. Tix $7/ Adult, $5/Youth (11-18), Kids free! Tix @ Happy’s Source for Sports, Waverely Hotel, Comox Comm. Ctr, Swicked Cycles. CR Garden Club Plant Sale: Baptist Church, 9am-12pm. Landscape plants, herbs, veggies & more.

Annual Sayward Multi Location Garage Sale: 9am4pm. Around the community of Sayward. Book table or get your garage sale on map. Call Heritage Hall, 282.0192 Great Canadian Craft Spring Fling Craft Fair: Western Canada’s largest spring showcase of independent artisans. From handcrafted jewelry to delectable chocolate. Live music, children’s’ entertainment, men’s only section, 500+ exhibitors, fresh farmers market. First 100 receive free swag bag daily! Student showcase, silent auction, live demo’s, door prizes & more! Kids 12 & under, free! Vancouver Convention Ctr. Schedule & prices @ GreatCanadianCraft.com. Anticipating Wild Edibles Year-Round: NIC, 10am-12pm, $26. 2-hr Walk exploring the locally available, edible native plants. With tips on sustainable harvesting. nic.bc.ca 12 MAY SUN D Mothers Day D

Mother’s Day Relax: Strathcona Gardens, FMI see ad in this issue.

Summer Markets Starts May 5 through to September Located at Maritime Heritage, Downtown. Its on again the Pier Street Farmers Market and Arts Fair. Its the 11th year, and there is more farmers and more special events. As well as lots of new Vendors, Food Arts Crafts and Live Music 10am till 2pm. Information call 250-203-1399 or visit www.pierstreet.com.

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Mothers Day Brunch: Royal Coachman Pub. FMI see ad in this issue, 250.286.0231. Live ‘Corb Lund’: Tidemark Theatre, 7:30pm. $40.50. Look like a quartet onstage, but really a 7-piece band. Ranging from rockabilly to western swing, cowboy balladry to country-rock & occasional yodel, 250.287.7899. Pier Street Farmers Market & Arts Fair is Back!: CR Fishing Pier lot, 10am-2:30pm. Every Sunday, May-Sep. 203.1399 Great Canadian Craft Spring Fling Craft Fair: See 11th. Island Voices Chamber Choir: Hosts & performs w/ Vancouver Welsh Men’s Choir. CR United Church, 2pm. 923.3753 13 MAY MON Registrations for N.I. Hospitals Project Industry Speed Dating: FMI See 27th.

CR Drum Circle Jam: All hand drummers & percussionist brrecamp@telus.net / 250.923.6858 14 MAY TUE Paramount Music Hall: No cover, free pool & DJ Tommy G (your request guru), 250.286.1841. Provincial Election Day: Make an educated vote, www.electionalmanac.com/ea/british-columbia/ Intro to Fly-Fishing: Join Fly-fishing guide & casting instructor Ian Muirhead , Painters Lodge. 1800.663.7090 15 MAY WED NEW Karaoke: Paramount Music Hall, 10pm. Hosted by David Tancon. On main stage, full sound & lights w/ DJ Tommy G, 250.286.1841. VIMBC 2013: (15-20th) Vancouver Island Music Business Conference in Comox Valley. 5 days of intensive, interactive music business career development seminars & workshops covering all aspects of music business. Plus catch free live BIG stars in the valley. CR Sea Kayaking Club: Easy evening group paddles. Apr-Sep. John Gubbels, 250.203.9953. 16 MAY THU DJ Just Rob: Paramount Music Hall. No cover before 11pm, 250.286.1841. CR Twinning Society Meeting: City Hall, committee room, 7:30pm. Creating friendship & promotion w/ sister city, Ishikari, Japan. angelaaalgaard@yahoo.com 17 MAY FRI Tidemark Cinema - Happy Feet: Tidemark Theatre, 1pm. $5. Especially for Pro-D Day. 250.287.7899. Bike Polo Tournament (16yrs+): Strathcona Gardens, FMI see ad in this issue. DJ Rob with Your Dance Requests: Paramount, Music Hall, 10pm, 250.286.1841. Pro-D Day Toonie Swims: Strathcona Gardens, FMI see ad in this issue. Junior Lifeguard Camp (7-11): Strathcona Gardens, FMI see ad in this issue. 18 MAY SAT - Pro-D-Day Saratoga Speedway: Featuring; Monster Trucks, crash to pass, hornet cars, figure 8 cars, road runners, drifting demo! Rain or shine! Gates 5:30pm, Racing 7:30pm. www.saratogaspeedway.bc.ca 11th Annual Art & Bloom Festival: Kitty Coleman Gardens. (May 18-20). Stroll the gardens while admiring original works by artists, potters, sculptors, glass blowers, stained glass designers, garden art & unique art forms. 250.338.6901.

11 125th Annual Empire Days: Dunsmuir Ave, 10am-5pm. Cumberland’s annual street festival & markets. Vendors, kids activites, art projects, live music, pub & restaurant specials. FMI see article on pg 16/17 of Comox Valley WhatsOn Digest Tidemark Cinema - Casablanca: Tidemark Theatre, 1pm. $5. One of the most beloved American films. 287.7899. Discover Old Time Gospel Singing: Discovery Community Church, 250 10th Ave. Come sing with us & Gospel Specials. Bob Bull, 250.287.8079. Dance to DJ Just Rob & DJ Pee Poole: Paramount Music Hall, 250.286.1841. Quadra Is. Farmers Market & Bazaar: Quadra Comm. Ctr. Arts, crafts, veggies & more! Michelle 250.285.3747. Midnight Golf: Rainbow’s End Golf, Starts 9pm, 282.3222 19 MAY SUN Saratoga Speedway: Featuring; Monster Trucks, crash to pass, hornet cars, figure 8 cars, road runners, drifting demo! Rain or shine! Gates 5:30pm, Racing 7:30pm. www.saratogaspeedway.bc.ca Pier Street Farmers Market & Arts Fair is Back!: CR Fishing Pier lot, 10am-2:30pm. Every Sunday, May-Sep. 203.1399 20 MAY MON - Victoria Day (Stat. Holiday) Painting Cruise: (May 20-23) Imagine yourself surrounded by the majesty of Desolation Sound as you paint under guidance of renowned artist & instructor Mike Svob. Hosted by CR Art Gallery & Mothership Adventures. On board heritage vessel, Columbia III. 202.3229. Fun with Watercolours: Quadra Isl. 2 Fast-paced, fun filled days exploring wonderful world of watercolours. All skills welcome. April Pt. Resort. www.obmg.com 21 MAY TUE Paramount Music Hall: No cover, free pool & DJ Tommy G (your request guru), 250.286.1841. West Coast Prostate Awareness Society: 7pm. Meet & interact w/ other men coping w/ prostate cancer. Featuring expert speakers with up to date info, 923.1357 22 MAY WED NEW Karaoke: Paramount Music Hall, 10pm. Hosted by David Tancon. On main stage, full sound & lights w/ DJ Tommy G, 250.286.1841. CR Sea Kayaking Club: Easy evening group paddles. AprSep. John Gubbels, 250.203.9953. CR Heart Support Group: CR Community Hall, 7pm. Edie, 250.923.3466. 23 MAY THU DJ Just Rob: Paramount Music Hall. No cover before 11pm, 250.286.1841. Carihi Grad Photos on the Foreshore: 24 MAY FRI DJ Rob with Your Dance Requests: Paramount, Music Hall, 10pm, 250.286.1841. Kids Neon Dance & Pizza Party: Strathcona Gardens, 6-9pm. FMI see ad in issue. 25 MAY SAT Free Community Meal: We will be serving Eggs, bacon, sausages, pancakes, hashbrowns, fruit, muffins. Sleep in and enjoy breakfast later in the day. Everyone welcome. Doors open at 3.30pm meal served at 5.30pm, Coffee & Tea. 2215 Campbell River Rd. 250923-1338 Saratoga Speedway: Featuring; Drifting competition (round 1), bomber cars, IMCA modifides, motorcycles!

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Rain or shine! Gates 5:30pm, Racing 7:30pm. www. saratogaspeedway.bc.ca 19th Annual Painters at Painters: (May 25-26) Painters Lodge. Over 1000 guests meet & talk with artists & take in one of most impressive collections of artistic talent in Canada. Artists give demo’s, panel discussions, create beautiful works in resorts gardens. Rare opportunity to watch & learn from the masters. Plus famous brunch, wine & cheese reception & souvenir catalogue. 1.800.663.7090. Disney’s Alice in Wonderland Jr: Tidemark Theatre, 2pm & 7pm. Presented by RainCoast Creative Performing Arts. See ad in this issue. Slopstacle Fun: Strathcona Gardens, FMI see ad in this issue.

Dance to DJ Just Rob & DJ Pee Poole: Paramount Music Hall, 250.286.1841. Quadra Is. Farmers Market & Bazaar: Quadra Comm. Ctr. Arts, crafts, veggies & more! Michelle 250.285.3747. Quadra May Day: Parade starts @ Spit, 10am. QuadraRec.bc.ca Organic Pest Management & Tour: NIC, 1-4pm, $36. Identify & discuss control of common garden pests with out use of chemical pesticides on a tour through Nature’s Way farm. www.nic.bc.ca

12 26 MAY SUN Pier Street Farmers Market & Arts Fair is Back!: CR Fishing Pier lot, 10am-2:30pm. Every Sunday, May-Sep. 203.1399. Great Strides Walk 2013: Walk, run, roller-blade, scooter, stroller or bike 4 or 8kms to cure cystic fibrosis. Proceeds to CCFF. BBQ, Clowns, crafts, music & prizes. Penfield School. Register, 10:15am. Start, 11am. Krista, 923.7980 Move for Mental Health: Join our 4km Walk to promote mental health and raise awareness. Starts 10.30am. Walk begins at 11am Robert Ostler Park 250-923-2318 27 MAY MON 4th Annual Upper Island Safety Conference & Trade Show: 27-28th Comm. Ctr. Network w/ presenters & experts. Learn latest safety research, trends, regulations & issues. Re-energize your “safety sense” & get motivated to implement change in your workplace. 287.9234 / sbullock@strathconard.ca

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Bike to Work Week: See pg6 for events. N.I. Hospitals Project Industry Speed Dating: Maritime Heritage Ctr, 12:30-8:30pm. Event provides opportunity for local businesses to promote their companies & services to each of the three consortiums bidding on the 2 new stateof-the-art hospitals. Register May13. cr.majorprojects.ca 28 MAY TUE

Paramount Music Hall: No cover, free pool & DJ Tommy G (your request guru), 250.286.1841. Bike to Work Week: See pg6 for events. Woman Empowering Women: Royal Coachman carriage room, 5:30-9pm. Networking & dinner with a keynote speaker. Facilitated by Better Mouse Trap from Courtenay. Presented by CR Business & Professional Women’s Network. info@bpwn.org / 250.286.1327. 29 MAY WED NEW Karaoke: Paramount Music Hall, 10pm. Hosted by David Tancon. On main stage, full sound & lights w/ DJ Tommy G, 250.286.1841. Bike to Work Week: See pg6 for events. CR Sea Kayaking Club: Easy evening group paddles. Apr-Sep. John Gubbels, 250.203.9953. 30 MAY THU DJ Just Rob: Paramount Music Hall. No cover before 11pm, 250.286.1841. Bike to Work Week: See pg6 for events. Island Focus: CR Photo Club, Sportsplex, 7pm, 923.4792. 31 MAY FRI 8th Annual Swing for Charity Golf Tournament: Day long event starting @ Storey Creek Golf Course. Full details inside this issue. DJ Rob with Your Dance Requests: Paramount, Music Hall, 10pm, 250.286.1841.

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May 3 - 7:00pm

Urban Dance Gala

Urban Dance Connection will provide you with an evening of outstanding entertainment. Join us for an evening of dance that you will not want to miss!

May 4 - 7:30

Rotary Honours Concert

The artistic talents of exceptional young people in our community. It speaks to the dedication of teachers and parents in keeping the artistic threads of the past alive to pass onto future generations.

May 11 - 1pm

The Never Ending Story

Young Bastian again seeks refuge from the problems of the real world in the mystical land of Fantasia in this second, inferior sequel to the sleeper 1984 hit The Neverending Story.

May 12 - 7:30

Corb Lund

Goth girls to survivalists, bovines to bibles, antique pistols to vintage motorcycles: Alberta-born honky-tonker Corb Lund’s songcraft covers it all. From a rustic retreat deep in the Rocky Mountain forest, Cabin Fever, Lund’s enthralling new album, evolved from a period of introspection and hard traveling.

May 17 - 1:00pm

Happy Feet - Cinema

In the world of the emperor penguin, a simple song can mean the difference between a lifetime of happiness and an eternity of loneliness.

May 25 - 2:00pm & 7:00pm

Alice in Wonderland Jr.

RainCoast Creative Performing Arts Presents Disney’s Alice in Wonderland. Come join us for a magical trip to Wonderland with Alice, the White Rabbit, the Mad Hatter and all of your favorite Disney Wonderland Characters!

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Saturday May 25th 2:00 & 7:00 Saturday May 25th At the Tidemark Theatre Tickets $10 250-287-7465 2:00 & 7:00 August 12-16 ages 5-18 yrs Tidemark Theatre Welcome - Ruth Nichol Musical Theatre Summer Camp at RainCoast Studio

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We are very excited to have Ruth on our team she brings 43 years of experience in musical theatre, drama, and television. To Register for our programs, contact us at Contact: Raincoast Creative Performing Arts #4-938 Island Hwy, Campbell River. 250-287-4536 or 250-923-0531 email: jk.miller@shaw.ca (A $2 Tidemark ticket service fee will be added to each ticket at time of purchase.)

Tickets $8 Senior / under 12 $10 Adult

Campbell River’s Treasure Chest The Campbell River Community Foundation is like a permanent ‘treasure chest’ for charitable needs in our area. Money donated to the Foundation is held in trust permanently. It is the income from those donations that is given out each year to registered non-profits. The grants go to projects that have a wide and important impact on our community. There is over $1.2 million now invested for Campbell River’s needs today a http://www. beinglatino.us/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/helping-hand.jpg nd into the future. We are proud to say that ‘treasure chest’ grows every year. The Foundation’s history is a story of dedication and vision starting over 20 years ago by a handful of very committed citizens. A Big Impact Each spring the Foundation accepts applications for grants from area nonprofits. They seek to fund projects and programs that are innovative, diverse and have a large impact on the community. This year, the Foundation will grant up to $35,000 to the non-profits in our area. To date, the Community Foundation has given out over $125,000 back to our community. Who gives to the Foundation? Money donated is often given by families or organizations who have a desire to build a more sustainable community. The Foundation receives one time donations as well as regular contributions. Community Grants in 2012 totalled $15,875 to the following area non-profits: • Greenways Land Trust - $5,000 for Kingfisher Creek & Haig-Brown • Campbell River Hospice Society - $2,500 for a Volunteer & Member Resource Manual • Campbell River Search and Rescue - $2,000 for K9 Team Training • Campbell River Arts Council - $2,200 for Sybil Andrews Interpretive Program • Campbell River Volunteer Centre - $1,675 for Board Workshops for Non-Profits • The John Howard Society - $1,500 for Youth for Seniors Summer Project • Campbell River Salmon Festival Society - $1,000 for Children Activities at Salmon Fest

Pictured from left to right is: Chris Francis (with Macie), Sandy Gammie (with Bear), Daryl Beck (with Keeva), and Natasha Provost (with Spirit). Campbell River Search and Rescue K9 Team members history.

Swing for Charity ! Campbell River’s Premier Charity Golf Tournament

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It’s that time of year again! On Friday, May 31st the 8th Annual Campbell River Community Foundation “Swing for Charity” Golf Tournament takes place. Once again participants will be enjoying 18 holes of golf at the beautiful Storey Creek Golf Course, then heading to the Sportsplex for a delicious fourcourse, plated dinner. Adding to the Community Foundations vision to improve the quality of life for the citizen of Campbell River, offering grants that meet the wide variety of projects and programs that build our Campbell River Want to Play ! Register at www.swingforcharity.ca

We are proud to have all proceeds from the tournament benefit our community ‘treasure chest’ which is at $1.2 million and growing! Tee off is Friday, May 31st, Storey Creek Golf Club. Dinner to follow at the Sportsplex. The Campbell River Community Foundation 8th Annual Golf Tournament is now accepting golfer registrations and tickets for dinner guests. This tournament has sold out in the past so don’t delay. Golf Tickets are all inclusive at $250 per person. Lots of great surprise holes to keep you entertained, fed and delighted. Gourmet 4 course meal with wine service at the Sportsplex that night. Register online at www.swingforcharity.ca or contact Amanda at info@swingforcharity.ca or 250-202-7500 Dinner tickets are $100 per person or a table of eight for $600. We are proud to have all proceeds from the tournament benefit our community ‘treasure chest’ which is at $1.2 million and growing!

Every Week

EVERY MONDAY Lotto Games: Quinsam Hotel, 11am-1:30am, 286.9811 Seniors Golf: 65yrs+ Rainbow’s End Golf Course Sayward. 9Holes $10. 282.3222

Mega Jam Night w/ Rod Fraser & Friends: Paramount, Some Monday’s, 286.1841. Diabetic Drop-in: CR Hospital, Sunshine Wellness Ctr. 3-4pm. 286.1161.

Therapuetic Relaxation Skills: CR Hospice Society, 3:30-5:30pm. 286.1121 /CRHospice.org Texas Hold’em: Willows Neighbourhood Pub, 923.8311 Re-Enchant the World with Melodies: Quadra Is. Comm. Ctr. 3-4:30pm. Square Dance Lessons: CR Eagles, 7:30pm. 1st two lessons free. Chris 923 9492 / Geo 287.9006 / Fred 287.3345 Open Mic: Serious Coffee 6-9pm 923.1312 Crib: CR Legion. Reg 6:30pm, Game 7pm. 286.6831 Zumba: Black Creek Com. Hall, 6:15-7:15pm, 337.5190 Poker: Willows Neighbourhood Pub, 7pm 923.8311 Dodgeball: Miracle Beach School 6:307:30pm 337.5190 Parent & Tots: QCC, 9:30am-12pm. Sing 4 Pure Joy: QCC, Rm 3, 3-4:30pm. singforpurejoy@ gmail.com Weight Watchers Mtg: QCC, 6-7pm. Alcoholics Anonymous Mtg: QCC, 7-9pm. 285.3656 Family Gym: Com. Ctr, 10:30-11:30am, free. 286.1161. Ocean Waves Square Dance Club: Courtenay Anglican Church, 7-9pm. Cathy, 250.338.7942. EVERY TUESDAY Paramount Music Hall: No cover, free pool & DJ Tommy G (your request guru), 250.286.1841. Drop-in Meditation w/ Lucas Stiefvater: Oceans Resort, 7-8pm. Free, 923.4281 / info@oceanresort.ca Lotto Games: Quinsam Hotel, 11pm-1:30am, 286.9811 Dragon Boat Practice: Corilair floatplane dock, 5:45pm, Linda 778-420-0805 or info@braveheartsdragonboat.ca Re-Enchant the World with Melodies: Quadra Is. The Lions Den (Across from Thrifty’s) 7:30-9pm. Weight Watchers Mtg: Maritime Heritage Ctr, 11am & 6pm, 286.3161 Sing 4 Pure Joy: The Lions Den, 6:30-8pm. singforpurejoy@gmail.com Aikido/Martial Arts: Self defense using locks, pins, throws & immobilizations. Troy 203.3237 CR Runners: Sportsplex, 6pm (Technical workout) Evening Energizer: Black Cr Cm. Hall 6:15 337.5190 Discovery Toastmasters: Rm 1 Com.Ctr. 12-1pm. Develop public speaking skills. Marlene 287.3352 Air Cadets: CR Airport hanger, 6:30pm, 12-19yrs 923.1001 Zumba w/ Pam: QCC, 6:20am-7:20pm. Alcoholics Anonymous : Quadra Children’s Ctr, 7pm. 285.3656 Folkdancing: QCC 7:30-9:30pm. EVERY WEDNESDAY Karaoke: Paramount, 10pm. Hosted by David Tancon. On main stage, full sound & lights w/ DJ Tommy G, 286.1841

‘Rock On’ Climbing Sessions: On the Rocks Climbing Gym, 6-8pm. 287.7625 VIHA Flu Clinic: St. Pat’s Church Hall, 3-6pm, 850.2110 CR Sea Kayaking Club: Apr-Sep. John, 203.9953. Sing 4 Pure Joy: The Lions Den, 6:30-8pm. 285.3764. Jam/Songcircle: Serious Coffee 6:30-9pm 923.1312 CR Toastmasters: Comm. Ctr Rm 1, 7-8:30pm. Overcome shyness, develop confidence, speaking & leadership skills. chernabogsh@aim.com Karaoke: Heriot Bay Inn 7:30pm 285.3539 Boxing: Eagles Hall 6-8pm Mike 287.9632 Fitbody Boot Camp: Inside CR Judo Club 450 Merecroft, 5:45/7/9:30am, 204.3845 Wednesday Walkers: Shore Runners, 8-9am. Bring dogs & stollers. Sylia 286.1364 Run Club: Shore Runners, 5:30-6:30pm, 286.1364. CR Gun Club: Indoor , 7pm, 2600 Quinsam Rd Al 923.6388 Live Band: Quinsam Hotel, 8:30pm-1am, 286.9811 Parents & Babes: QCC, 11am. All Weather Family Place: Dick Murphy Park, Tyee Spit, 9:30-10:45am. Family Place: Comm. Ctr. 1-3pm. 286.1161. Multi-cultural Family Place: Robron Ctr, 6:30-8pm. 923.4918 EVERY THURSDAY DJ Just Rob: Paramount Music Hall, 286.1841. Open Mic w/ Trent Noonan: River City Grill, 7pm. 914.4499. Kayak Polo (16+): Strathcona Gardens, 9-10pm Bring kayak, pre-reg. 287.9234 (1st & 3rd Thu) Live Band: Quinsam Hotel, 8:30pm-1am, 286.9811 Open Mic Nite: Café Aroma, 285.2404 Island Phoenix Acapella Chorus: 210 Beech St. (beside Best Wok). Rehearses 7-9:30pm. Women’s 4-part harmony. Connie/Sandi, 923.0101. Co-Ed Touch Rugby: Carihi Fields 6:30pm 14yrs+. Erin 202.7642 Dragon Boat Practice: Corilair floatplane dock, 5:45pm, Linda 778-420-0805 or info@braveheartsdragonboat.ca Weight Watchers Meeting: Maritime Heritage Ctr, 11am, 286.3161 CR Gun Club: Pistol 6:30pm Outdoor Range, Ralph 285.3684 Youth Open Mic: Serious Coffee, 7-9pm (25 & under) 923.1312 Jam Session: Elks Lounge, Hosted by Pat Palmer, 7:30pm 287.4642 Stroke Recovery Mtg: 11am-2pm Sportsplex 830.3144 Healing Room: Open 11am-1pm & 7-9pm Joy 923.2312 Ultimate Frisbee: Southgate School, 6pm. Bring 2 t-shirts, white & dark. campbellriverultimate.com Badminton: Sportsplex 7:30pm, 287.9827 Aikido/Martial Arts: Phoenix School 203.3237 Auction, CR: 1358 Marwalk Cres, 6pm. 287.3939 Youth Group: Baptist Church, 7pm, 287.8831 Family Floor Hockey: Miracle Beach School Gym, 6-7pm. BCCA, 337.5190. Parents & Tots: QCC, 10am-12pm. Prayer Mtg: Quadra Is. Bible Church, 7pm. Quadra Singers Community Choir: QCC, 6:45pm. Parents & Child Cultural Drop-in: Laichwiltach, 11am-12:30pm Baby Time: Comm. Ctr. 10-11:30am. 286.1161. Cedar Grove Family Place: Cedar Grove, 1-3pm. EVERY FRIDAY DJ Rob with Your Dance Requests: Paramount, Music Hall, 10pm, 286.1841. Live Band: Quinsam Hotel, 9:30pm-2am, 286.9811

Rock n’Bowl: Crystal Lanes Bowling, 9pm-12am 286.1177 ‘Rock On’ Climbing Sessions: On the Rocks Climbing Gym, 6-8pm. 287.7625 Rock ‘n’Bowl: CR Bowling Centre 9pm-12am 286.1177 NEW: 88.7 Spirit FM - Holy Spirit Rock Show. 7pm, Teen Ctr Family Nite: Comm. Ctr, 7-10:30pm. 286.1161 Live Music Jam Nite: Jonny’s Bar, 8pm-12am, Local talents 850.1233 Family Gym: Sportsplex, 10:3011:30am, free, 923.7911 Quadra Is. Farmers Market & Bazaar: Quadra Com. Ctr. Arts, crafts, veggies & more! Michele 285.3747 Unplugged: Guitar/Singing Jam @ Quadra Is. Upper Realm, 7:45pm CR Legion Fun: 5:30pm. Free Bingo, Karaoke, meat & paddle draw 7:30pm 286.6831 Open Mic Nite: Serious Coffee 7-10pm 923.1312 Social Dance Lessons: Lorraine 923.5148 Dinner & Dancing: Eagles Lounge, Meat draw 5pm Youth Groups: 12-19yrs, 7:30pm, Christian Life 287.3476 Seniors Lunch - 11am CR Common Mall, 914.4401.

Gamblers Anonymous: St. Patricks Church, 7pm. Ballroom Dancing: Sportsplex, 7-8:30pm. 923.7043 Song Circle Jam: Comm. Ctr, The Lounge, 7-9pm. Brian, maddog13@shaw.ca Toddler Time: Comm. Ctr, 9:30-11:30am, 286.1161. Family Place: Comm. Ctr. 1-3pm. 286.1161. Song Circle: Evening for music lovers, bring instruments & singing voices. 7pm-9pm. Brian Jones maddog13@shaw.ca EVERY SATURDAY Dance to DJ Just Rob & DJ Pee Poole: Paramount 286.1841

Live Band: Quinsam Hotel, 9:30pm-2am, 286.9811 Rock ‘n’Bowl: CR Bowling Centre 9pm-12am 286.1177 Live Music: River City Grill, 924.4499 Quadra Is. Farmers Market & Bazaar: QCC. Arts, crafts, veggies & more! Michelle 285.3747. Live Music Jam Nite: Jonny’s Bar & Lounge, Willow Point, 8pm-12am, 850.1233 Weight Watchers Meeting: Maritime 9am, 286.3161 Family Drop-in Art Program: CR Art Gallery 1-3pm (Alternate Sat’s) 287.2261 Boot Camp: Black Creek Com. Hall 9-10:30am, 337.5190 EVERY SUNDAY Karaoke: The Quinsam Hotel 9pm-2am 286.9811 Crib Tournament: Pipers - Gold River 2pm, 283.7533 Primb Rib Buffet: Royal Coachman, 286.0231 Sunday Buffet: Mudslingers, 286.0231

Strathcona Gardens Recreation Complex 225 South Dogwood Street • Campbell River, BC • 250-287-9234 • www.strathconaRD.ca

MAY F UN! Aquatic Events

Fri. May 17, 1-3 PM Pro-D Day Toonie Swims

4th Sat. of the month – Mar. 25, 2-4 PM Slopstacle Wed, May 1, 8:30-10 PM PADI Discover Scuba Fun Check out the slippery, sloppy obstacle course we have Diving Pool Experience The name says it all! Want

planned for you! Prizes for best wipe out! Come prepared to try scuba diving but not sure if you want to commit to to get covered in pudding, jello, eggs and other goo. an entire course? Check out this free just try it session. Free . You MUST preregister

Wed, May 1, 9-10 PM - Drop-in Water Volleyball Tons of wet fun! No swimming ability required!

Arena Events

Fri, May 24, 6 -9 PM Neon Dance Party for Kids

Pizza & Dance Party. Awards for best outfit, most neon, Fri, May 10 Move for Health Day Free Swim Free and overall brightest person. Tunes, dancing, singing Drop-in Aquatic Fitness Classes & Water Jogging All karaoke and playing games Day – See REC Guidefor a copy of the Schedule. FREE Admission for Those Participating in Fitness Classes or Fri, May 10, 6-9 PM Top 40 Dance Party for Kids Dance to all of your favorite Top 40 Hits! There will be Trying Water Jogging dance offs, music trivia, karaoke and lip sync competitions. Fri, May 10, 6:30-8 PM The Great Freezie Shoot Off Three hours of fun - includes pizza and snacks. Join us for a massive water fight and spend the evening competing in various water battles and challenges. Bring Fri, May 17, 7-10 PM Bike Polo Tournament It’s a all of your water spray toys from home. There will be prizes little like polo but it’s a lot like hockey. Check it out on for the furthest shot, hardest shot and the wettest shot. If line—very cool new urban sport. Teams of 3 ride bikes and you bring a water gun/spray toy—you will earn yourself try to score on the opposing teams goal using mallets— you know—like hockey but on bikes. Ready for an evening a freezie. Tons of fun! Bring your friends! of crazy fun—sign up as a team or as an individual. Team Fri, May 17, 10AM-3 PM Junior Lifeguard Camp of 3 will play round robin style 20 minutes games. Bring Kids will learn attitudes and skills that could one day save your bike, helmet and your own mallet if you got one—if not we will have some on site. Call with your questions a life – Learn about lifesaving and lifeguarding

Strathcona Gardens 250-287-9234 for more information

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975 Ironwood St. 250-286-1723 Football Showing: Misty Fin’s, 287.4320 Meditation & Celebration: Ctr for Spiritual Living 10am @ Willow Point Hall. Susan, 914.4498. Brunch Menus Ala Carte: 10:30-2pm. Quay West 286.9988 ‘Rock On’ Climbing Sessions: On the Rocks Climbing Gym, 1-3pm. 287.7625 Pier Street Farmers Market & Arts Fair is Back!: CR Fishing Pier lot, 10am-2:30pm. May-Sep. 203.1399. “The Blue Kats & Friends”: Landing Pub, Quadra Is. 3pm. 285.3713 Quadra Sunday Painters: 11am-2pm 285.3390 Church Service: CR Vineyard Church 10am 923.1338 Chances: 6-Up Drop-In w/ $50 games 12-2pm Evening 1/2 Price Booklets. Snake Mania: Strathcona Pool 7:30-8:30pm. 287.9234 Run Club: 7:30am Dogwood& Hilchey, murrayga@telus.net Sayward Christian Fellowship Service: 740 Gentry Rd, 11am, 282.3499 AA Meetings: Heritage Hall Sayward, 7:30pm Kids Days: Mt. Cain www.mountcain.com EVERY DAY Youth Bouldering: On the Rocks Climbing Gym, Unlimited bouldering w/ shoes & chalk $5. 287.7625

that, is the philosophy of the 40 Knots winery team and that is why everything is done by hand, including the harvest, and why they respectfully select only the finest fruit with which they create their Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, and several signature blends, including their new Spindrift Brut. Passionate about producing 100% Vancouver Island wine and going into their 4th vintage, it is becoming evident that the Comox Valley is not just a good place to grow grapes, but that we are capable of growing and producing great wines. This year they are excited to open the Tasting Room and Wine Shop to the public on April 5th for their first full season and they will be open Fridays and Saturdays from 12-5 pm. “ We are so excited to offer our customers the opportunity to join us for the launch our first Case Lot Weekend! “ says Marnie Martin , director of Sales and Events “The event will be happening May 3rd, 4th, and 5th from 12 -5 pm and we will be implementing a 10% discount for our customers for purchases of 12 or more bottles of wine.” The winery is also open for picnics, special events, weddings and tours and starting in May, they will be open from Wednesday to Sunday from 12-5 pm. Stop by or call 250-941-8810 to book your event or order wine. www.40 Knots Winery.com

2400 Anderton Rd., Comox 250-941-8810 Get blown away at 40 Knots Winery

Pet Tips Springtime Pet Safety

Take care not to allow your dog or cat access

Allergies. Just like people, pets can have

to areas of your property where chemicals

allergies too. Pets that are allergic to pollen

have been applied, and be sure to store all

will have runny noses and will have itchy

potentially toxic products out of reach.

ears and noses. Skin allergies are possible

Pretty Poisons. Before you stock up on seeds

if your pet gets into some deep vegetation.

or visit your local nursery, make sure you

Itchy skin, licking at the base of the tail

know which plants, flowers and greenery

and paws are signs of allergies and can

are toxic to your pet if ingested.

cause a rash.

Warm weather Parasites. Work with a

Yard and Garden hazards. The insecticides,

holistic veterinarian in your area to decide

herbicides, pesticides and fertilizers many

what kinds of parasite preventives your

people apply in the spring to bring their

pets need to keep them free of fleas, ticks,

lawns and gardens back to life are full of

heartworm and other parasites throughout

chemicals that are dangerous for pets.

the spring and summer months.

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RACQUET SPORTS Badminton: CR Badminton, 923.7911 Box Lacrosse: Tracy Mason, 923.2126 Field Lacrosse: Cindy, 830.8301 North Island Field : Tracy 923.2126 Racquetball: Adult & Juniors, Gord, 923.3101 Squash: Adult & Juniors, Keith, 287.0056 Tennis: CR Tennis Club, 923.8134 HOCKEY Ball Hockey: Outdoor@ Sportsplex, BYO Equipment Hockey: Minor Hockey Association, 850.0056 Hockey: CR Pioneer League, 35+ 850.0108 BASEBALL Baseball: CR Minor Baseball, Kathy, 923.2981 Slo-Pitch Mixed: 287.9846 Slo-Pitch Mens: 286.0991 Slo-Pitch Womens: 923.4620 GOLF Storey’s Creek Golf Course: 923.3673 Sequoia Springs Golf Club: 287.4970 Rainbow’s End Golf Course: (Sayward) 282.3222 Gold River Golf Course: 283.7266 Quadra Island Golf Club: 285.2811 GENERAL SPORTS Adventure Club: Hiking, Kayaking, Camping & more. 286.9644 Bowling: Crystal Lanes, 286.1177 Box Lacrosse: CRMLA Christine 850.3060 Boxing: CR Boxing & Fitness Club, Mike, 287.9632 Climbing: On the Rocks Climbing Wall 287.7625 Cricket: CR Cricket Club, Eiko, 203.0254 Curling: CR Curling Club, 287.4200 Disc Golf: Sportsplex, FREE! Equip. rental available, 923.7911 Ultimate Frisbee: campbellriverultimate.com Gymnastics: CR Gymnastics, 286.3547 Ice Skating: Adults & Kids. 923.1424 Pool & Billiards: Oceanview Billiards, 286.4200 Running: River Runners, www.sportfit.bc.ca Running: Shorerunners: 286.1364 Soccer: CR Youth Soccer A, 1.866.964.4625 / 923.3390 Special Olympics: Maureen Brinson, 286.6453 Tackle Football: CR Fighting Eagles, Michele, 923.1601 Volleyball: CR Volleyball Club, 286.0560 Walking: Hearts in Motion Walking Club, 287.7638 Lacrosse: V.I. Field Lacrosse League, Paula 923.1201 PERSONAL TRAINERS: Sportﬁt: Sport Training, Steve Nagle 287.6158 Health Matters: Lori Walton 923.2828 Heart Strong Fitness: Sara 203.7832 CR Fit Body Boot Camp: Jason Hart 204.3845 FITNESS CENTRES / GYMS VI Women’s Fitness: Merecroft Village, 286.1019 The Vertical Gym: Downtown 286.6670 Club Fitness: Willow Point 778.420.2288 Sportsplex: 923.7911 Strathcona Gardens Rec. Complex: 287.9234 Sportﬁt: Sportsplex 923.7911

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in 2hrs - 4Hrs Rain - Snow or Shine SWIM: Strathcona Gardens Recreation Centre: Dogwood Rd, this issue for a full program Best Western Hotel - Island Hwy, Campbell River Open to the public, 250-923-4231 Hiking: There are lots of great places to Hike, regardless of the weather, here are my favourites. Beaver Forest Lands off Dogwood, Canon view Trail, Hwy 28, Ripple Rock Trail Hwy 19. drop into the Visitor centre for their comprehensive hiking guides. Weiner Roast: A slice of Canadian Culture, and a favourite in winter and summer, To stay a little protected from the weather Lake McIvor, Echo Lake, Miller Creek, and Loveland Bay are excellent locations. or Strathcona Parklands at the base of Mt Washington. Visit a Pet Store: Fish, birds, hamsters, rabbits, Campbell River Pet, Ironwood Rd, C/River. Dragons Lair: Reptiles and other interesting pets. 900-12th Ave, Campbell River 250-286-8932 Bowling: CR Bowling Centre - Open 7 Days 16th Ave, Campbell River, 250 286-1177 Leagues and Drop ins, see this issue for coupons. Showcase Theatre: Latest Movies, Tuesday night is discount night. 250-287-3233 Dogwood St, Merecroft Village. www.cinemaclock.com /theatres/ bri/ campbellriver/showcase_5.html Markets - Campbell River Markets operate from May to October at Discovery Pier Indoor Farmers & Craft Markets - 9am-12pm at the Native Sons Hall, 360 Cliffe Ave, Courtenay Willow Pt Sportsplex: All racquet Sports, Organised Youth & Adult Programs, Fitness facility - Drop-in welcome. Cnr of Alder & Hilchey Rd, CR - 250 9237911 - www.campbellriver.ca Community Centre - 401 11th Ave, Campbell River, 250-286-1161 Programs available 6 days a week for adults of all ages, youth and toddlers. Drop in anytime. Disc Golf: FREE at the Sportsplex, you can rent discâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s or buy them. Indoor Rockclimbing: On the Rocks Gym- Open Tues-Sun 10am-9pm 1980 Nrth Isl Hwy, 250-287-7625

Mountain Biking: Snowden Forest off Hwy 28, Beaver Forest Lands, Dogowood St Sth. Greenways Loop. off Jubilee Parkway. Wildlife Photograpy - Baikie Isl Estuary, Campbell River Estuary at The Spit - Catch Eagles during February along the Seawalk. Watch the planes: Campbell River Airport & Dick Murphy Park on the Spit. Watch the planes with your kids Shelter Point Distillery Tours: Min Group booking of 6 - $15 pp 1-778-420-2200-4650 Regent Rd, Oyster River (near Saratoga Beach) Head down to the Saratoga Speedway now open from May 4th Look inside this issue for scheduled races Go-Kart Racing at Saratoga Speedway - 10 Laps for $10 Open to all ages - Sat, Sun & Holidays (noon to 4pm) July & August open 7 days, 12pm-4pm 250-337-8106 Ride the Monster: Climb aboard Pegasus the monster truck Rip through the forest and around the race track - $10 250-337-8106 Campbell River Museum: May is Museum Month. This Spring & Summer the Museum is holding Lego Days on every second Saturday. The next two are May 11 and June 8 from 1pm-2.30pm. Cost $15 May 25th at the Museum - The Uchuck Years. a West Coast Shipping Saga. Campbell River Art Gallery: Summer hours May 20th - August 31 Monday to Saturday, 10am to 5.00pm. 50.287-2261 - May 20-23 Painting Cruise with Mothership E x hibit s: Etiquette Depiction: Audra Scholblocher, April 25 - June 7, Double Life, Sara Robichaud, April 25- June 7 Quadra Island Farmers Market & Bazaar - Opens May 4th - Open 10am-2pm Every Saturday Mini Golf - Miracle Beach - Island Hwy, Open - Mon to Fri 9am-5pm, Weekends & Holidays 10am-5pm. Late July & August. 250-337-5336 Children $5 - Adults - $7 Markets - Pier Street Farmers Markets & Arts Fair, Island Hwy, Discovery Pier, Downtown- Sundays 10am-2pm, May through to October. Quadra Isl. Farmers Market & Bazaar. Quadra Isl. Community Centre. Saturdays 10am-2pm.

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A guide to dining specials and specialities in Campbell River for your eating enjoyment. EVERY SUNDAY Royal Coachman (250) 286-0231 - Primb Rib Buffet Dinner $23 - 4-5-6 Wings: 4pm-$4 / 5pm- $5 / 6pm-$6 Misty Fin’s (250) 287-4320 - Buy 1 Appy, Get 2nd 50% Off with Purchase of Beverage - Martinis $6/ Caesars $4 - Free Kids Meal w/ Purchase of Beverage & Item from “Bread or Bun” or “Entrees” Section. Quay West (250)286-9988 - Brunch featuring Crab Cake Benny 10:30am-2pm. Heriot Bay Inn (250)285-3539 - Slow Roasted Prime Rib with all the trimmings, yorkshire too $25.95 - Double Caesars $6.95 EVERY MONDAY Misty Fin’s (250) 287-4320 - Cheeseburgers $9.00 - Pints $4.00 Quay West (250)286-9988 - Famous QW Burger & Craft Beer $14.95 (3-6pm) Royal Coachman (250) 286-0231 - 4-5-6 Wings: 4pm-$4 / 5pm- $5 / 6pm-$6 Willow’s Neighbourhood Pub (250) 923-8311 - 10 Wings for $4.50 (After 8pm) EVERY TUESDAY Paramount Music Hall (250) 286-1841 - Bottles of Molson Canadian $3.00 - Free Potato Chips Misty Fin’s (250) 287-4320 - 2 for 1 Steak Dinners (after 4pm) - 7oz Glass House Wine $5.00 Quay West (250)286-9988 - Famous QW Burger & Craft Beer $14.95 (3-6pm) Royal Coachman (250) 286-0231 - 4-5-6 Wings: 4pm-$4 / 5pm- $5 / 6pm-$6 Willow’s Neighbourhood Pub (250) 923-8311 - 10 Wings for $4.50 (After 8pm) EVERY WEDNESDAY Paramount Music Hall (250) 286-1841 - Molson Canadian Bottles $3.00 - Free Potato Chips Royal Coachman (250) 286-0231 - 2 for 1 Steak (Sirloin or New York) - 4-5-6 Wings: 4pm-$4 / 5pm- $5 / 6pm-$6 Misty Fin’s (250) 287-4320

- Fish & Chips $10 (after 4pm) - Bottles Domestic Beer $3.50 Quay West (250)286-9988 - Famous QW Burger & Craft Beer $14.95 (3-6pm) Willies Café Willow Point (250) 923-4886 - Lasagna, Salsa & Garlic Toast $13.88 - Cordon Bleu & Veggies $13.88 Willow’s Neighbourhood Pub (250) 923-8311 - 10 Wings for $4.50 (After 8pm) Pipers on the Ridge (250) 283-7533 (Gold River) - Seniors Day 25% Off EVERY THURSDAY Paramount Music Hall (250) 286-1841 - House Shots $2.50 Misty Fin’s (250) 287-4320 - 50c Wings (after 4pm) - Deep Fried Pickles $4 (After 4pm) - Cocktails $4.50 Quay West (250)286-9988 - Famous QW Burger & Craft Beer $14.95 (3-6pm) Royal Coachman (250) 286-0231 - 4-5-6 Wings: 4pm-$4 / 5pm- $5 / 6pm-$6 Willow’s Neighbourhood Pub (250) 923-8311 - 10 Wings for $4.50 (After 8pm) EVERY FRIDAY Paramount Music Hall (250) 286-1841 - Mega Malibu Buckets - your choice of mix $7.25 Misty Fin’s (250) 287-4320 - Highballs $4 Willies Café Willow Point (250) 923-4886 - Buy 1 Fish & Chips 2pc, Get 2nd Half Price $10.95 Quay West (250)286-9988 - Slow Roasted Strip Loin $19.95 Light / $23.95 Full Royal Coachman (250) 286-0231 - TGIF (Thank Goodness It’s Friday) Wings $5 (3-6pm) Campbell River Common Mall (250) 914-4401 - Seniors Lunch 11am Willow’s Neighbourhood Pub (250) 923-8311 - Seafood Specials EVERY SATURDAY Paramount Music Hall (250) 286-1841 - House Shot $2.50 Misty Fin’s (250) 287-4320 - Premium Beer for Price of Domestic $4 - Buy 1 Appy, Get 2nd 50% Off with Purchase of Beverage. Willies Café Willow Point (250) 923-4886 - Danylchuk Perogies $13.88 Quay West (250)286-9988 - Steak House Night featuring AAA Grade Canadian Grill Fired Steaks. Heriot Bay Inn (250)285-3539 - Slow Roasted Prime Rib with all the trimmings, yorkshire too $25.95 EVERY DAY Willies Café Both Locations (250) 923-4886 - Breakfast $4 (till 11am) - Free Lunch Draw Every Mon-Fri, 12:30pm, worth upto $10.00. *** CONDITIONS APPLY ***

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q Ryan’s Pizza & Grill q Forbidden Zone q Boston Pizza q Dominos

Anniversary - May 5th Afternoon Jazz - May 11, 1-4pm Mother’s Day Brunch - May 12

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Sunday, May 26th

Taking steps to cure Cystic Fibrosis. Join us in a 4 or 8klm walk or run. Starts at PenďŹ eld School. Reg. 10:15am more information go to www.crcf.ca

W h a t s O n S c re e n

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Friday May 3, 2013 Iron Man 3 Experience Friday May 10, 2013 At Any Price The Great Gatsby Friday May 17, 2013 The Reluctant Fundamentalist Scatter My Ashes at Star Trek Into Darkness Friday May 24, 2013 Epic Fast & Furious 6 The Hangover Part III Friday May 31, 2013 After Earth Now You See Me

Tuesday May 7, 2013 Jack Reacher Mama Parker Tuesday May 14, 2013 Cloud Atlas A Glimpse Inside The Mind Of Charles Swan Iii Tuesday May 21, 2013 Beautiful Creatures The Last Stand Stand Up Guys Tuesday May 28, 2013 True Blood: The Complete Fifth Season

Tuesday, May 14 Metro: Last Light Fast & Furious Showdown Tuesday, May 21 Resident Evil Revelations Donkey Kong Country Friday, May 24 Returns 3D Sniper Elite V2 Tuesday, May 28 Fuse Grid 2

Fighting Cystic Fibrosis Thrifty Foods stores in Campbell River and the Comox Valley will be collecting donations at their tills during May to support cystic ﬁbrosis (CF) research and programs. I have come to know some of the young people in our community who have CF like Sylvana Denroche, Kim Wood and Mike Hamilton,” said Ackinclose. “I’m inspired by their courage and determination to ﬁght the disease – I wanted to help make a difference in their lives.” Rutledge added, “Raising funds for Cystic Fibrosis, is important to me, we have seen improvement in care for people with CF thanks to some of the research and clinical care happening right here in B.C.”

Managers Bill Rutledge (Campbell River) Andy Carter (Courtenay) and Jeff Ackinclose (Comox) have joined together in supporting the ﬁght against CF.

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Celebrations & events

may

May 1 - May Day

May 1 - Loyalty Day

May 1 - Mother Goose Day

May 2 - Brothers and Sisters Day May 3 - Space Day May 4 - Bird Day

May 4- Renewal Day May 5 - Oyster Day May 6 Nurses Day

May 7 Teachers Day May 7 Tourism Day

May 8 No Socks Day

May 10 Military Spouses Day May 12 Mothers Day

May 16 Wear Purple for Peace Day May 17 Bike to Work Day

May 18 Museum Day

V of the month A strong young man at the construction site was bragging that he could outdo anyone in a feat of strength. He made a special case of making fun of Morris, one of the older workmen. After several minutes, Morris had enough. “Why don’t you put your money where your mouth is?” he said. “I will bet a week’s wages that I can haul something in a wheelbarrow over to that building that you won’t be able to wheel back.” “You’re on, old man,” the braggart replied. “It’s a bet! Let’s see what you’ve got.” Morris reached out and grabbed the wheelbarrow by the handles, then, nodding to the young man, he said, “All right. Get in.”

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May 18 Relatives Day

May 19 Boys Club Day May 20 Victoria Day

May 21 Waiters & Waitresses Day May 25 International Jazz Day May 26 Cystic Fybrosis Day May 28 Amnesty Day

May 31 No Tobacco Day

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