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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.”

Whats On Digest Calendar Events More events online at WhatsOnDigest.com 1 MAY WED - Schools 1hr Early Dismissal Wacky Wednesdays: Griffin Pub. Piano Bar with Rob Petrie & $3 tappas menu, 250.339.4466.

Worker’s Day Bean Supper (May Day): Cumberland Museum. Friends, come together to celebrate the struggles & triumphs of working people everywhere. Family event featuring traditional bean supper, Pete Seeger birthday celebration & singalong hosted by special musical guests ‘The Flying Accusations.’ Supper at 6pm in Cumberland Cultural Ctr. Tix call, 250.336.2445

Youth Week: (1st-7th) Get involved, 250.334.8138.

Brunch Show & Sale: (Till 12th) Free. www.PearlEllisGallery.com The Human: The Animal: (Till 4th) Featuring well known sculptor artist, David Hunwick. Muir Gallery, 334.2983 The Alberni Project: (May 1-5) Sponsored & hosted by Ber-

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Managers Bill Rutledge (Campbell River) Andy Carter (Courtenay) and Jeff Ackinclose (Comox) have joined together in supporting the fight against CF. wick CV. Retirement Community, 10am–4pm. Commemoration of 70th Anniversary of Battle of the Atlantic.

“Painting for Pleasure”: Exhibits May 1-12. Comox Pearl Ellis Gallery, 250.339.2822.

2 MAY THU Pantuso Groove 2013: (May 2nd-4th) Sid Williams Theatre, 7pm. Pantuso Dance presents their annual production of dance. Amazing extravaganza for the entire family. 250.338.2430. FMI See ad in this issue Fiddle House Concert: (May2-3) Gardeners Green Folk Club, Merville. Ft. 1 of Canada’s premier fiddlers, Pierre Schryer & Quinn Bachand, 1 of Canada’s best upcoming folk stars. Tix $20 ($10 kids), includes big dessert buffet.

Prizes. Reserve, 250.337.5337.

CV Paddlers Club Meeting: Comox Lions Den, 7-9pm. Kayakers & canoeist. Keynote speaker. Program includes paddles & weekend excursions. New members welcome.

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Live Band ‘Bent Rymn’: Plus TGIFridays. Pick the Ace of Spades & Win $300 or more! Griffin Pub, 339.4466.

Games & Grounds BBQ: See ad in this issue.

Seniors Friday Nite Dance: Rotary Hall, Filberg Ctr, 7:3010:30pm. Featuring live band, “ReissVink.” 338.1000 Fiddle House Concert: (See 2nd) 4 MAY SAT Saratoga Speedway Opening Night: Fireworks! Crash to pass. Hornet, figure 8 & road runner cars. Gates 5:30pm, Racing 7:30pm. SaratogaSpeedWay.bc.ca Pantuso Groove 2013: See May 2nd.

Live Band ‘Machine Gun Kelly’: Cumberland Hotel, 9pm. 250.336.8844.

Name That Tune with VaLori & Friends: Griffin Pub, 339.4466 (see ad) Best of the Best - Rotary Honours Concert: Tidemark Theatre, 7:30pm. Tix $20. Celebrate hard work & dedication of award winning young artists. 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. 287.7899.

Explore Giant Garage Sale: Includes; Car wash, plant sale, concession, bake sale & silent auction. Held by Gr11 students from district 71 @ Vanier’s Secondary School Gym, 8am-2pm. Donations may be dropped off Friday 3:30-6:30pm or Sat morning. 250.338.9262.

Magic the Gathering: Games & Grounds 6:30pm, Booster Draft (Sanctioned) 250.871.1171.

Board Gamin’ Night: Rep. from AEG on-site teaching how to play their games. 7:30pm. Games & Grounds, 250.871.1171.

Kaijudo Dual Days: Free deck to new players, 4-6pm. Pre-register. Games & Grounds, 871.1171.

CV Farmers Market: CV Exhibition Grounds, 9am12pm. New products at the market this year.

Youth Week: (1st-7th) Play, “Young Ones vs. Old Ones” road hockey tournament. 250.334.8138.

Live Jazz ‘David French Quartet’: Denman Island Comm. Hall, 250.335.9047.

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Roger Helfrick Voice & Harp in Concert: Baratone & Celtic Harp player. Cumberland United Church. 331.0482

Moss Basket Demonstration: Black Creek Farm & Feed, 11am. Sharon shows how to make 3 types of baskets.

Free. 250.337.8922.

Ocean Waves Square Dance Club: Filberg Ctr, 7:3010pm. Cathy, 250.338.7942.

5 MAY SUN Free Pool All Day: Griffin Pub, 250.339.4466.

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Live Jazz ‘Tunnel Six’: Presented by Georgia Straight Jazz Society. Avalanche Bar, 250.331.0334.

6 MAY MON Pool Tourny & Poker Nite: Griffin Pub 250.339.4466.

7 MAY TUE Courtenay Train Station Grace Outreach: Guitar, Banjo, old time gospel songs. 250.334.2433.

8 MAY WED Wacky Wednesdays: Griffin Pub. Piano Bar with Rob Petrie & $3 tappas menu, 250.339.4466.

V.I. Premier of Film: ‘The People vs. The State of Illusion’: Followed by discussion w/ writer/producer, Austin Vickers, on power of imagination. Ctr for Spiritual Living, 7pm, $20. campbellriver.csl.org / 250.850.3064.

CV Camera Club Meeting: Isfeld High School, 7-9pm.

(19yrs+). 250.331.1179.

9 MAY THU Vanier Grad Spring BBQ: Vanier Secondary School, 6pm. Activities; Sumo Suits, Hamster Balls, Limbo Contest, Outdoor Volleyball, Caricature Artist & DJ. Burger & pop $5. 250.338.9262 WOW-Women of Words: 7-9pm. Social gathering to share expressive writing of stories, memoirs, poems & the like. Non-judgmental environment over tea & cookies. Christina 250.339.9996.

10 MAY FRI Live Band ‘The Impalas’: Plus TGIFridays. Pick the Ace of Spades & Win $300 or more! Griffin Pub, 339.4466.

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7 seum, 7pm. $6. Robert Turner speaking on Esquimalt & Nanaimo railway years 1905-1949. 250.334.0686 11 MAY SAT Empire Days: Cumberland. FMI see article on pg 16, 17.

Live Band ‘BB King Tribute Show’: Cumberland Hotel, 9pm. 250.336.8844.

Saratoga Speedway: Featuring; Brian Sullivan Memorial, bomber cars, IMCA modifides, dwarf cars. Rain or shine! Gates 5:30pm, Racing 7:30pm. www.saratogaspeedway.bc.ca Name That Tune with VaLori & Friends: Griffin Pub, 339.4466 (see ad) Michael Kusugak: Sid Williams Theatre. FMI see ad in this issue.

MusicFest Concert: Native Sons Hall, featuring acoustic guitarist, Leo Kottke. www.islandmusicfest.com CV Roller Derby: CV Sports Ctr, Doors 7pm. Brick House Betties vs Sea to Sky Sirens. Prizes! Family Friendly. Entertainment. 19+ Refreshments. Tix $7/Adult, $5/Youth (1118), Kids free! Tix @ Happy’s Source for Sports, Waverely Hotel, Comox Comm. Ctr, Swicked Cycles.

Vanier Secondary Jazz Caberat: 7pm. 250.338.9262.

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.

Wild Extraction Workshop: CV Art Gallery, 1-4pm. Explore the Alchemy of Natural Dying. 250.338.6211.

12 MAY SUN D Mothers Day D Free Pool All Day: Griffin Pub, 250.339.4466.

Mothers Day Brunch: (10am-2pm) Red 21, Play Time Gaming. For tickets call, 334.4531 ext. 127.

Spring Gun Show: 9am-2pm. Buy, sell & trade show of firearms & associated equipment. Concession available. $3 entry for men 19yrs+. Ladies & youth free. Al, 250.338.5982 / ahlapp@telus.ent Mother’s Day Concert: Filberg Ctr, 2pm, $5. Theme; ‘Music from the Movies’. Featuring CV Concert Band.Pat, 250.339.5091.

Great Canadian Craft Spring Fling Craft Fair: See 11th.

Mothers Day Special Breakfast: Union Bay Community Hall, 8-11am. 20 Men prepare your treats, let them serve you. Dave, 250.335.2317.

13 MAY MON Pool Tourny & Poker Nite: Griffin Pub 250.339.4466.

Registrations for N.I. Hospitals Project Industry Speed Dating: FMI See 28th.

Newcomers Club: Filberg Ctr, 7pm, 250.331.0743.

14 MAY TUE Empire Days: Cumberland. FMI see article on pg 16, 17.

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“They made it possible for me to Succeed” When I think back to my last years of high school, it was very carefree. I needed someone to say to me, “Hey! You have to think about your future! What are you going to do for the rest of your life?” I was lost in a party world, but going back to college helped me to grow as a person, helped me set boundaries and know where I wanted to go.

Before the end of high school, I ended up getting married and moving to another country, drifting in and out of meaningless jobs not knowing which direction I wanted to go.

Having a child changed my life in ways I never imagined possible. I basically put any thoughts of a career on hold as I put all my energies towards this child.

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One day I was driving on Bowen Road and saw a sign for Discovery College.

I signed up for the Community Support Worker Program and started the course not knowing what to do or expect. You see a lot of stuff that you are not aware even existed.

I have to admit it was intimidating coming back to school at this point in my life. I have a partner and I have kids and bills! But there comes a time when you have to put yourself and your happiness first. I wanted a career so I can give my daughter a better life.

At first, it was hard to accommodate day care and school, but they made it possible for me to succeed. At Discovery I grew not only personally, but spiritually. The teachers I had were wonderful. The small class certainly helps a lot because it made it possible for me to have a close connection to the teachers and staff. I can proudly say that. going to Discovery was one of the greatest choices I have made in my life.

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Provincial Election Day: Make an educated vote, www.electionalmanac.com/ea/british-columbia/ Courtenay Train Station Grace Outreach: Guitar, Banjo, old time gospel songs. 250.334.2433.

Bev Johnston & Sharon Lennox Show & Sale: (Till 26th) Free. www.PearlEllisGallery.com CV Ukrainian Cultural Society: Filberg Ctr, 7pm. All welcome, cabbage rolls for sale. Nellie 250.334.2653 15 MAY WED Empire Days: Cumberland. FMI see article on pg 16, 17.

Wacky Wednesdays: Griffin Pub. Piano Bar with Rob Petrie & $3 tappas menu, 250.339.4466.

Ocean Waves Square Dance Club Wind-Up: Filberg Ctr, 7:30-10pm. Cathy, 250.338.7942.

VIMBC 2013: Vancouver Island Music Business Conference. (15-20th) FMI see page 28 & 29.

Courtenay Water Park Opens: Lewis Park. Open 9:30am-7:30pm, everyday, (Mid May-Sep).

16 MAY THU Music Conference BIG Stars @ Whistle Stop Pub: (May 16-19). All the BIG stars’ll be jam’n & playin’ live every night. No cover! 250.334.4500.

Ladies Auxillary Soup & Sandwich: Comox Legion, 11:30am-1:30pm. Full lunch $8, Entrees $3 plus endless tea & coffee. All welcome. 250.339.2112.

17 MAY FRI MusicConference BIG Stars @WhistleStop Pub: See 16th.

Live Band ‘Lorne Rangers’: Plus TGIFridays. Pick the Ace of Spades & Win $300 or more! Griffin Pub, 339.4466.

Games & Grounds BBQ: See ad in this issue.

Seniors Friday Nite Dance: Rotary Hall, Filberg Ctr, 7:30-10:30pm. Featuring live band, “Dan Hughes Band.”

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18 MAY SAT - Pro-D-Day MusicConference BIG Stars @WhistleStop Pub: See 16th.

Empire Days & Village Market Day: Cumberland. FMI see article on pg 16, 17.

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 Name That Tune with VaLori & Friends: Griffin Pub, see ad in this issue 250.339.4466.

10th 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.

Live Band ‘Remedy’: Cumberland Hotel, 9pm. 336.8844.

Magic the Gathering: Games & Grounds 6:30pm, Booster Draft (Sanctioned) 250.871.1171.

18th Annual CV Highland Games: Includes competitions in highland dance, individual piping & drumming, pipe band & heavy games. Lewis Park, Courtenay. www. cvhg.org Denman Island’s 26th Annual Pottery Studio Tour: 10am-5pm. Featuring 9 unique venues & talent from some of BC’s finest artisans! New & unique treasures from beautifully hand-crafted table-ware, to clay jewelry, garden sculptures & more! DenmanPottery2013. blogspot.ca / 250.335.1209.

19 MAY SUN Empire Days: Cumberland. FMI see article on pg 16, 17.

MusicConference BIG Stars @WhistleStop Pub: See 16th.

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. SaratogaSpeedWay.bc.ca Free Pool All Day: Griffin Pub, 250.339.4466.

Western Games Horse Show: CV Exhibition Grounds.

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20 MAY MON - Victoria Day (Stat. Holiday) Empire Days: Cumberland. FMI see article on pg 16, 17.

Pool Tourny & Poker Nite: Griffin Pub 250.339.4466.

Live Band ‘Remedy’: Cumberland Hotel, 9pm. 336.8844.

21 MAY TUE 22 MAY WED Wacky Wednesdays: Griffin Pub. Piano Bar with Rob Petrie & $3 tappas menu, 250.339.4466.

CV Camera Club Meeting: Isfeld High School, 7-9pm.

(19yrs+). 250.331.1179.

23 MAY THU MusicFest Show Ft. Russel DeCarlyle: Cumberland Hotel. Tix $20, @ IslandMusicFest.com / 250.336.8844.

Ladies Night: Longlands Golf Course. Casual golf, great dinner, good company. Beginners welcome. 339.6363.

Comedy Night: Red 21, Play Time Gaming. For tickets call, 334.4531 ext. 127.

Triple Heat Dance FX - ‘The Fire Within’: (23rd-25th) Sid Williams Theatre, 10am. $20. Annual debut boasts 2 diverse showcases ft. variety of dance styles. Entertainment for all! 250.338.2430.

Pre-loved Fashions $2 Sale: 307d 14th St, Courtenay. (Behind St. Joe’s Lab) 10am-7pm. Accessories, purses, jewellery, shoes, boots, hats, scarves & more!

250.871.0373 Comedy Nite: Red 21, Play Time Gaming. For tickets call, 334.4531 ext. 127.

11 24 MAY FRI Live Band ‘Enablers’: Plus TGIFridays. Pick the Ace of Spades & Win $300 or more! Griffin Pub, 339.4466.

Triple Heat Dance FX - ‘The Fire Within’: FMI See 23rd Games & Grounds BBQ: See ad in this issue.

25 MAY SAT Saratoga Speedway: Featuring; Drifting competition (round 1), bomber cars, IMCA modifides, motorcycles!

Rain or shine! Gates 5:30pm, Racing 7:30pm. SaratogaSpeedWay.bc.ca Name That Tune with VaLori & Friends: Griffin Pub, 339.4466 (see ad) Triple Heat Dance FX - ‘The Fire Within’: FMI See 23rd Magic the Gathering: Dragon’s Maze Game Day (sanctioned). 1st session, 10am (2HG). 2nd session, 4pm (sealed). 250.871.1171.

DJ Night: Cumberland Hotel, 9pm. 250.336.8844.

CV Camera Club Annual Garage Sale: Everthing including kitchen sink w/ lots of camera gear. (Sorry no clothes) 8am-12pm. Lin, 703.2850 / linarnie@shaw.ca.

AbracaDAZZLE: Fun-filled magic show for whole family. John Kaplan & The Abracadazzle Team. Cumberland Rec Ctr. 250.338.4890.

Old Time Dance: Old Time Fiddlers Branch 17, Fallen Alders Comm. Hall, Royston. 7:30pm. Great music, dances, polka, waltz, 2 step, lots of fun! 250.339.6297.

Bingo: Cumberland Mason Lodge #26, 7pm.

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26 MAY SUN Free Pool All Day: Griffin Pub, 250.339.4466.

Magic the Gathering: Dragon’s Maze Game Day (sanctioned). 3rd session, 12:30pm, (sealed) 871.1171.

Western Performance Horse Show: CV Exhibition Grounds. 250.334.9622.

CV Mini Tri K - Trails/Market Field Horse Show: CVRD Sports Ctr. 250.334.9622.

Stem Cell Nutrition Seminar: Learn how to naturally increase stem cells for healing. Find out about research & discoveries that could change your life & those you love.

Pre-reg. Allan, 250.947.5822.

27 MAY MON Pool Tourny & Poker Nite: Griffin Pub 250.339.4466.

Upper Island Safety Conference & Trade Show 2013: 27-28th. Comm. Ctr. Hosted by the Strathcona Regional District. Susan Bullock, 250.287.9234 ext.248. / sbullock@strathconard.ca Bike to Work Week: (May 27th - Jun 2nd) FMI see pg20.

28 MAY TUE N.I. Hospitals Project Industry Speed Dating: Best Western, Westerly Hotel & Convention 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 state-of-the-art hospitals.

Register May 13. CR.MajorProjects.ca Mark R. Isfeld High School Senior ArtShow: (Till Jun 16th) FREE! www.PearlEllisGallery.com Annual Mile of Flowers Plant-In: Join hundreds of volunteers, downtown Courtenay. 250.334.4441.

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Wacky Wednesdays: Griffin Pub. Piano Bar with Rob Petrie & $3 tappas menu, 250.339.4466.

30 MAY THU Ladies Night: Longlands Golf Course. Casual golf, great dinner, good company. Beginners welcome. 339.6363.

31 MAY FRI Live Band ‘Blue Collar’: Plus TGIFridays. Pick the Ace of Spades & Win $300 or more! Griffin Pub, 339.4466.

8th Annual Swing for Charity Golf Tournament: Day long event starting @ Storey Creek Golf Course. Full details inside this issue.

Games & Grounds BBQ: See ad in this issue.

Dance Explosion 2013: 30th Annual dance recital of the Laurie Tinkler School of Dance. Sid Williams Theatre, 250.338.2430.

Seniors Friday Nite Dance: Rotary Hall, Filberg Ctr, 7:3010:30pm. Featuring live band, “Amigos.” 338.1000 1 JUN SAT Saratoga Speedway: Featuring; Crash to pass, hornet cars, figure 8 cars, road runners! Rain or shine! Gates 5:30pm, Racing 7:30pm. SaratogaSpeedway.bc.ca Name That Tune with VaLori & Friends: Griffin Pub, 339.4466 (see ad in this issue) Art Show Opening Night - “Tammie Hunter”: Ginger Nine Studio & Gallery. Hunter’s exclusive art on display all June. Art auction for local charity. Live entertainment & snacks. 10am-5pm. 250.338.6463.

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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

Gaming Specials for May May 21 -24

CV Food Bank Donation Special Gaming Rate - Donate $2 & play $2/hr

Wicked Chilli Dog Wednesday's Dog, drink & 4hrs of gaming, 6-10pm, $15.

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May 4 Sat Board Gamin' Night - Rep. from AEG on-

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Pantuso Dance Groove 2013 Pantuso Dance presents their annual production of dance. This extravaganza is an amazing event for the entire family!

May 2 - 4, 2013

Sid Williams Theatre Society presents

Michael Kusugak An Inuit storyteller and award-winning children’s author who has regaled audiences across the country with his engaging stories.

May 11, 2013 | 2:00 PM

Triple Heat Dance FX Triple Heat faculty are proud to present “The Fire Within”. The Academy’s annual debut boasts 2 diverse showcases featuring a variety of styles.

May 23 - 25, 2013

Dance Explosion 2013 Laurie Tinkler Dancers Society presents Dance Explosion 2013. The 30th annual dance recital of the Laurie Tinkler School of Dance.

May 23 - 25, 2013

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Things to do

in 2hrs - 4Hrs Rain - Snow or Shine Coastal Black Winery Tours - book in advance, $5 per person 250-337-8325 2186 Endall Road, Black Crk. Shelter Point Distillery Tours: Min Group booking of 6 - $15 pp 1-778-420-2200-4650 Regent Rd, Oyster River (near Saratoga Beach) Woodlands Garden Tour: Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens: 9am to dusk 6183 Whittaker Road woodlandgardens.ca 250 338-6901 Comox Valley Aquatic Ctr, 25 mtr pool, whirlpool, wave pool, sauna & steam room. 377 Lewrick, Courtenay $5.40, 250 334-2527 Comox Air Force Museum See the History of the Snowbirds and other Canadian Aircraft 250-339-8162 Hiking: There are lots of great places to Hike, regardless of the weather, drop into the Visitor centre for their comprehensive hiking guides. Favourites are around the Strathcona Parkway, Forbidden Plateau, The Puntledge River, Kye Bay in Comox, and Comox Lake in Cumberland.

2 Ice Arenas - Comox Valley Sports Centre, 3001 Vanier Drive, Courtenay. check skating times Weiner Roast: A slice of Canadian Culture, and a favourite in winter and summer, To stay a little protected from the weather Comox Lake is an excellent location. or Strathcona Parklands at the base of Mt Washington.

Bowling: Codes Country Lanes - 307 6th St, Courtenay - 334-4051 check for times Rialto Theatre: Showcase Movies, 250-338-5550, 2655 Cliffe Ave Courtenay Mountain Biking: Cumberland Trails & Forbidden Plateau, check out CVMTB for current trail conditions www. cvmtb.com Wildlife Photograpy - Kye Bay, The Spit, Royston House.

Comox Valley Estuary, Dike Road Forbidden Plateau, Go to Comox Airport and watch the planes with your kids. Boeing 737’s and 442 Squadron Buffalo - Cormorant Helicopters

Courtenay Lewis Recreational Centre: All racquet Sports, Organised Youth Programs, and Weights Room - 250-3381000, 489 Old Island Hwy. www.courtenay.ca/recreation/ lewis-centre.

Comox Recreation Centre - 1809 Noel Ave, Comox, 250-339-2255 Assorted indoor and outdoor recreation activities, racket games, volley ball, and fitness facility Indoor Rockclimbing: On the Rocks Gym- Open TuesSun 10am-9pm 1980 Nrth Isl Hwy, Campbell River 250287-7625 Then enjoy a meal at one of the fine restaurants Comox Valley has to offer. See our Menu page in this issue.

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 Museums: During Spring & Summer the Museums offer a range of tours and exhibits for young and old.

Courtenay Museum-, 4th St Courtenay.. Open TueSat 10am-5pm - Current exhibits “Signs” enjoy some memorabilia a collection of old signs on display. 250334-0686 The Cumberland Museum - Open 6 days Monday to Saturday 10am-5pm, 2680 Dunsmuir Ave, Cumberland 250-336-2445 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: Comox Valley Farmers Market - Saturdays 9am12pm at the Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds, 4839 Headquarters Rd, Courtenay - 250-334-9662 - Now accepting debit and credit cards.

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Every Week EVERY MONDAY

Pool Tourny & Poker Nite : Griffin Pub 339.4466 Lunchtime Revitalizer Yoga: Freedom Now Yoga, 12:1012:50pm. 871.7225 Pump Fit w/ Paulette: Fitness Excellence Gym, 5:30pm. 897.3552 Football Night: Chances. 334.4531 Strathcona Symphony Orchestra: 6:30pm Vanier High School band rm, 331.0158 CV Orcas Synchronized Swim Team: CV Sports Ctr, 4-6pm. 6yrs+. Leona, 941.2021 Square Dance Lessons: 1st two lessons free. Chris 923 9492 / Geo 287.9006 / Fred 287.3345 Square Dancing: Anglican Church, 7-9pm. Karin, 338.7942 Karaoke: Avalanche Pub 331.0334 Forbidden Plateau Barbershop Chorus: 7pm Bruce 871.7740 / Vic 890.0551 Tot & Mom Swim: 6 & Under CV Sports Ctr. 4-6pm 50 + Aquafit: CV Sports Ctr. 9-10am / 1:15-3pm / 7:158:15pm 334.9622 Bingo: Comox Legion 7pm Square Dance: Anglican Church 7-9pm, Cathy 338.7942 Zumba: Black Creek Com. Hall, 6:15-7:15pm, 337.5190 Dodgeball: Miracle Beach School , 6:30-7:30pm.337.5190 Duplicate Bridge: Lion’s Den, Comox, 7pm. 338.2544.

EVERY TUESDAY

Auctions: Fine art, jewellery, china, pottery, gold, antiques etc..

Auction House, 1161 Hudson Rd, Comox, 6pm. www.

AuctionHouseVi.com Toonie Tuesday: Games & Grounds, $2/hr for gaming, 871.1171 Jam Night: Whistle Stop Pub, 8pm, 334.4500 1HR Energizer Yoga: Freedom Now Yoga, 8-9am. 871.7225 Just For Fun Spin: Fitness Excellence Gym, 6:30pm. 897.3552 Trivia - Win Prizes: Flying Canoe West Coast Pub, 331.4006.

Tween Nites: LINC Ctr, Different out-trips, 334.8138.

CV Community Band: Mark Isfeld High School, Band Rm, 7:30pm.

Players of all ages & skill levels welcome. Pat, 339.5091 Toonie Tuesday Draft: Bridge Lounge, 6pm 703.2881 Open 9 Ball: Bridge Lounge, 6pm 703.2881 Jam Night w/ Live Band, “Remedy”: Avalanche Pub, 9pm, 331.0334 CV Band Rehearsals: Mark Isfield Band Rm 7:30pm Everyone Swim: CV Ctr 7-9pm & 11:30-1pm Bingo: Elks Hall 7pm 334.4740 Extreme Runners Group: 9am 703.9544 Lengths Swim: CV Aquatics Ctr, 6am-3pm

Tweens Day Out: LINC Ctr. (9-12yrs) 4-6pm 338.5371 Mens Hockey: CV Sports Ctr. 11:45am-12:45pm Public Swim: CV Sports Ctr, 6-8pm.

Shallow Aquatics: CV Ctr 9:15-10:15am.

55+ Strength Class: Lewis Ctr. 10:30am.

Teen Swim: 16+ CV Sports Ctr. 8-9pm 9 Ball Pool Drop In: Bridge Lounge, 7pm. 703.2881 Evening Energizer: Black Creek Com. Hall 6:15-7:15pm, 337.5190 Argentine Tango: Lessons, @ The Bridge Lounge, 8pm

EVERY WEDNESDAY

Blues Jam: Cumberland Hotel, 8:30-11:30pm, Hosted by David Spragge, 336.8844.

Wacky Wednesdays: Griffin Pub, Piano Bar with Rob Petrie. 250.339.4466 Poker Nite: Whistle Stop Pub 7pm Gentle Beginner Yoga: Freedom Now Yoga, 11am12:15pm. 871.7225 Early Bird Spin: Fitness Excellence Gym, 6am.

897.3552 / www.fitex.ca for full schedule Wicked Chili Dog Day: Games & Grounds, 6-10pm. $15 for chili dog, drink & 4hrs of gaming.

871.1171 Road House Music & Flying Canoe Girls: Flying Canoe West Coast Pub, 331.4006.

Free Pool: Bridge Lounge. Bar & patio opens 1pm. 703.2881 CV Orcas Synchronized Swim Team: CV Sports Ctr, 4-6pm. 6yrs+. Leona, 941.2021 Pool & Poker Nite: Avalanche Pub, 331.0334 Loonie Tunes Karaoke: The Mex Pub Baby & Mom Fun: Lewis Ctr (7-12mnths) 10-11.15am Columbian Women: CV Womens Ctr, 6-7pm.

CV Toastmasters: 7-9pm Lewis Ctr. Brian 331.3687 LINC: drop in activities $2, 3-8pm.

La Leche League Meetings: Breast Feeding Support Group, CV Unitarian Fellowship, 10am-12pm. 941.6450.

Girls on the Move: LINC 11yrs, 4-6:30pm 338.5371 Tot & Mom Swim: 6 & Under CV Sports Ctr. 4-6pm The Abby Studio: Tango Lessons 339.2325 50 + Aquafit Swim: CV Sports Ctr. 1:15-3pm 55+ Strength Class: Lewis Ctr, 10:30am.

Tai Chi: Black Creek Com. Hall 7:30-8:30pm, 337.5190 Swing Dancing: The Bridge Lounge, 7:30pm.

EVERY THURSDAY

Karaoke: Cumberland Hotel, 9pm-1am, 336.8844 FREE Pool & Juke Box: Cumberland Hotel 336.8844

Magic the Gathering: Games & Grounds. (See ad in this issue) Hatha Flow Yoga: Freedom Now Yoga, 5:30-7pm. 871.7225 25c Wings & 35c Prawns: Whistle Stop Pub, 334.4500 Poker Nite : Griffin Pub 339.4466 Comedy Nite: Avalanche Bar, 9pm, $10.

331.0945.

Live Jam Session w/ Anela Kahiamoe & Friends: Flying Canoe West Coast Pub, 331.4006.

Duplicate Bridge: Lion’s Den, Comox, 1pm.

338.2544.

CV Childrens Choir: Mark Isfeld Secondary, Band Rm. Everyone Swim: CV Aqua Ctr 7-9pm, 11:30am-1pm.

Tourette Syndrome Family Support 338.9969 Coal Hills BMX: Racing 6pm 339.0370 60 Minutes Toastmasters: Conference rm @ CRA, 121pm. Increase confidence, public speaking & leadership skills. All Welcome. 60.mins.tm@gmail.com Lengths Swim: 6am-3pm CV Aquatics Ctr. LINC: drop in activities $2, 3-8pm Public Swim: CV Sports Ctr, 6-8pm.

Shallow Aquatics: CV Aquatics Ctr, 9:15-10:15am.

Teen Swim: 16 & over CV Sports Ctr, 8-9pm.

Open Jam Nite: The Mex Pub 8pm 55+ Yoga: Filberg Ctr, 10:15am.

55+ Strength Class: Lewis Ctr, 10:30am.

Zumba: Black Creek, 6pm, 337.5190 Live Music w/ Monkey Wrench: Bridge Lounge, Family Floor Hockey: Miracle Beach School , 6-7pm. 337.5190

EVERY FRIDAY

Karaoke: Cumberland Hotel 9pm-1am 336.8844.Live Bands: Griffin Pub, 339.4466 NEW: Spirit FM - Holy Spirit Rock Show. 7pm, ft. 26 classic rock & other genre songs about Jesus - Told in parts by the Beatles, John Fogerty, Robert Plant, Elvis Presley, Steve Miller, The Doors, Bob Dylan & more. Tune in to www.spirt-fm.ca live streaming or 88.7FM. House Band ‘Big Fun’: Whistle Stop Pub, 334.4500 Magic the Gathering: Games & Grounds 6:30pm, (Sanctioned) See ad in this issue, 250.871.1171.

Games & Grounds BBQ: Lunch & dinner. Gourmet burgers, smokies & veggie options.See ad in this issue.

Fat Burner Spin w/ Maggie: Fitness Excellence Gym, 9:15am. 897.3552 / www.fitex.ca for full schedule Tasting Room & Wine Shop Open: 12-5pm. 40Knots Estate Winery & Vineyard, 2400 Anderton Rd. 941.8810 TGIFridays: Pick the Ace of Spades & Win $300 or more!

Griffin Pub, 339.4466.

Seniors Dance: Rotary Hall, Filberg Ctr, 7:30-10:30pm.

Live band every week. 250.338.1000 Dancing Freedom: @The Little Red Church, 2182 Comox Ave, 7-9pm. Get out of your head & into your body. Till Mar 22nd. www.inspiredearthprojects.com Dance Party - Live DJ’s: Flying Canoe West Coast Pub 10pm, 331.4006.

Top 40 DJ / Live Band: Bridge Lounge. 9pm.

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Rock Out @ The Rec: Comox Rec.Ctr. Fitness Studio, 6:30-8:30pm. 14-30yrs. Great Music. 339.2255 DJ Mike on The Mic: Avalanche Bar. Free. Best dancing tunes in Valley. Requests all night, 331.0945 Family Fun: Comox Rec. 6:30-8:30pm, $2, Walleyball, Squash, Racquetball, Basketball, Indoor Soccer, Table Tennis, Plasma car races, 339.2255 Drop In Darts Nite: Comox Legion 7pm CVRD Composting: 4795Headquarters Rd. 12-5pm Fun Bingo: CV Lions Charity 7pm 339.6232 LINC: drop in activities $2, 3-11pm Public Swim: CV Sports Ctr, 10-1:15pm

EVERY SATURDAY

Name That Tune with VaLori & Friends: Griffin Pub, 339.4466 (see ad) Hockey Nite in Canada: Prizes during game. Red 21, Play Time Gaming, 334.4531 Dancing: Sweet Sounds of Honey DJ Crew, Flying Canoe West Coast Pub. 250.331.4006 Live Bands: 9pm-1am, Cumberland Hotel. 336.8844 House Band ‘Big Fun’: Whistle Stop Pub, 334.4500 Hatha Flow: Freedom Now Yoga, 10:30-12pm.

871.7225

Cycle, Curl & Extend: Fitness Excellence Gym, 9:15am. 897.3552 / www. fitex.ca for full schedule Tasting Room & Wine Shop Open: 12-5pm.

40Knots Estate Winery & Vineyard, 2400 Anderton Rd. 941.8810 CV Farmers Market: CV Exhibition Grounds, 9am-12pm. New products at the market this year.

218.0321.

Appetizer Tour” of Comox Valley: Guided tour w/ Island Gourmet Trails, 9am-1pm. Start @ Farmers Market, thru DKT Farm Market then tasting @ Shelter Point Distillery & Blue Moon winery. Includes breakfast & coffee. info@IslandGourmetTrails.ca / 650.1956 DJ Mike on The Mic: Avalanche Bar. Free. Best dancing tunes in Valley. Requests all night, 331.0945 540 Express: St Peter’s Anglican 5:40pm, 339.3016 Boot Camp: Black Creek Com. Hall 9-10:30am, 337.5190 Top 40 DJ: 9pm. Bridge Lounge.

Sip N Shop: In Gift Shop & Tasting Room. 40 Knots Winery, 2400 Anderton Rd, Comox. 12-5 pm. 250.941.8810

EVERY SUNDAY

Free Pool: Griffin Pub. All Day. 339.4466 Electric Jam: Cumberland Hotel, 5-9pm, 336.8844 Red Eye Jam Nite: Avalanche Pub, 331.0945 Youth Group LINC: Drop in activities $2, 3-8pm.

The Voice - Karaoke w/ Milo: Flying Canoe West Coast Pub, 9pm, 331.4006.

Texas Holdem: The Mex Pub 2pm Karaoke: The Bridge Lounge, 8pm.

Sip N Shop: In Gift Shop & Tasting Room. 40 Knots Winery, 2400 Anderton Rd, Comox. 12-5 pm.

250.941.8810

EVERY DAY

Watch Canucks & Win Prizes: Whistle Stop Pub, 334.4500

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3 Check off your favorite q PUB STYLE 4 Whistle Stop Pub

2355 Mansfield Dr.

250-334-4500

4 Griffin Pub

1185 Klmorley Rd

250-339-4466

4 Cumberland Hotel

2714 Dunsmuir Ave

250-336-8844

4 Coasters Bistro - Chances

361 Hunt Rd, Courtenay

250-334-4531

q Billy’ D’s q Mex Pub q Flying Canoe Westcoast Pub q Blackfin Pub q Avalanche Bar & Grill

250-334-8811 250-703-9573 250-338-7741 250-339-5030 250-331-0334

FINE DINING & INTERNATIONAL 4 Crystal’s Place

2714 Dunsmuir, Cumb

250-336-8844

4 Yiamas Greek Travina

275-8th St (NEW) q Osaka Sushi q Gatehouse q Monte Christo q Bisque q Atlas Cafe q Local’s

250-871-8552 250-703-0146 250-336-8099 250-338-1468 250-334-8564 250-338-9838 250-338-6493

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250-897-0081 250-339-3500

FAMILY 4 Bobbie’s Deli

Comox Centre Mall

COURTENAY CAMPBELL RIVER 795 Ryan Road 811 13th Ave 250.334.9638 250.286.3448 www.gotorickys.com

250-871-5434

q McDonalds 3 Locations q Plates Eatery q Taco Time q Jo Klassens Grill q Delicados q Mad Chef q White Spot q Carmies Cafe q Bonds Fish & Chips q Dairy Queen q Burger King q A&W • 3 Locations q Triple O’s q Wendy’s Restaurant q Yummie’s & Gyros q Michael’s Off Main

250-339-3511 250-338-5461 250-334-8087 250-338-1660 250-338-5564 250-338-8885 250-871-7622 250-338-8474 250-336-2667 250-338-5514 250-334-4498 250-703-4721 250-334-4078 250-338-7356 250-334-2443 250-338 2299 250-334-2071

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CAFÉ & SPECIALTY 4 Pita Pit

230-8th St 4 Grains Bakery 445-10th St q Zocalo Cafe q Serious Coffee q Rhodo’s Coffee q Komox Grind q Cumberland Grind q Cinnamon Plus q Mudsharks q Grotto q Rocky Mountain Cafe q Cardero’s q Espresso Lane q Early Bird Cafe q Cafe Amantes q Hot Chocolates q Booster Juice, Court & Comox q Zen Zero Raw Food & Juice

Sundays 12 juicy Chicken Wings

250-338-0955

Ramen Noodles, Veggies

250-331-0933 250-897-3838 250-338-5592 250-339-2225 250-336-2557 250-338-5979 250-338-0939 250-897-0081 250-890-0800 250-338-2519 250-339-7630 250-897-7025 250-339-9775 250-338-8211 250-871-3786

2730 Dunsmuir Ave Cumberland

Wednesdays Thursdays Wild Pacific Cod & Fries

Fridays Burger Day, fries or salad

Saturdays Sushi Roll & Saké Specials

$800 $600 $900 NEW

Drink Specials Everyday!!

Gluten Free & Vegetarian Options Family Friendly

PIZZA 4 Riders Pizza

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- 5th Street, Courtenay (250) 331-0933 May 4th - Silk PJ’s May 11th - Sax & Bone May 17th - Blaine Dunaway May 25th - Black Swan Fiddlers

Sid Williams Theatre

- 442 Cliffe Ave, Courtenay (250) 338-2430 (FMI on below events, see ad in this issue.)

May 2nd-4th - Pantuso Groove 2013 May 11th - Michael Kusugak May 23rd-25th - Triple Heat Dance FX - ‘The Fire Within’ May 31st - Dance Explosion 2013

Flying Canoe West Coast Pub

- 1590 Cliffe Ave (250) 331-4006 Tuesday’s - Trivia - Win Prizes Wednesday’s - Road House Music & Flying Canoe Girls Thursday’s - Live Jam Session w/ Anela Kahiamoe & Friends Friday’s & Saturday’s - Live DJ & Dance Party Sunday’s - The Voice - Karaoke w/ Milo, 9pm

Backstreet Pub

- 4000 Island Hwy South, Royston (250) 898-8768 Sunday’s - Acoustic Jam

The Venue

- 115 5 St, Courtenay (250) 702-6456 May 25th - Carole Pope: Special guests Ryan McMahon

Avalanche Bar & Grill

- 275 8th Street, Courtenay (250) 331-0334 Sunday’s - Free Pool Monday’s - Karaoke Wednesday’s - Drop-in Pool & Poker League Thu-Sat’s- DJ Mike on the Mike Dancing Sunday’s - Jam Night

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CYCLING BMX Racing: Coal Hills BMX Racing, 339-0370 Cycling: CV Cycling Club, cvcc.ca Mountain Biking: CV Mountain Biking, 897-4831 DANCING Axe Capoeira: Alicia, 898-7918 Belly Dancing: Laura, 335-2009 Cheerleading: Island Spirit Sports, Mia 703-1194 Dolyna Dancers: Janette, 339-0793 Fire Spinning: Nova Fire Troupe, Lisa 336-0156 K9 Freestylers: Magi, 898-3173 Pole Dancing: Femme Natale, 334-7110 Salsa & Tango: Karina Albert: The Bridge 7-10pm 871-7277 Scottish Country Dance: Heather, 338-9060 Square Dancing: Ocean Waves, 339-7942 or 334-4661 The Abbey Dance Studio: Cathy, 335-1964 Valley Dance Centre: 334-1074 Youth Dance Co.: True Colours, Livea, 338-4585 MUSIC & DRAMA CV Pipe Band: Pipe Major Bill Quigg, 339-6444 Fiddlejam: Craig Freeman, 339-4249 Guitar Lessons: Larry, 338-6478 Letz Sing Community Choir: Tina, contact@letzsing.com Camera Club: www.comoxvalleycameraclub.org CV Clown Club: Miriam 250.334-8122 CV Childrens Choir: 6-14yrs. cvcchoir@shaw.ca Rainbow Youth Theatre: rainbowtheatre.com Courtenay Little Theatre: Judy 334-2032 Strathcona Symphony Orchestra: 331-0158 Singing: Singwell, connie 250.204-4104 CADETS & YOUTH Air Cadets: 386 Squadron 250.339-9198 Army Cadets: 250.339-8211 x 7995 Sea Cadets: Susan - 250.339-1037 St John Ambulance: 250.897-1098 Girl Guides: 1800.565-8111 Scouts: Chris 250.339-2424 MARTIAL ARTS Axe Capoeira: Alicia, 898-7918 Boxing: MMA, Kickboxing & Self Defense: 898-7444 Karate: House of Kenpo, 339-5992 Mixed Martial Arts: Warriors Realm, 703-0092 Muay Thai Kickboxing: Warriors Realm, 703-0092 V.I. Karate Society - Jacquie 250.338-4718 CV Kung Fu Academy: 250.702-3780 RACKET SPORTS Badminton: Cty Badminton Club, Frank, 337-1850 Squash: CV Squash Club, Jamie, 334-4713 Tennis: - Cathy 250.338-5836 SPORT & FITNESS Baseball: CVMB, Steve McNamee, 703-0020 Basketball: CV Sports & Social Club, Scott, 898-7286 Basketball: CV Youth Basketball, 897-0900 Beach Volleyball: CV Sports & Social Club, Scott, 898-7286 Bowling: Codes Country Lanes, 334-4051

Boxing: CV Boxing Club, cvboxingclub.com Climbing: Lewis Ctr Outdoor Climbing Wall, 338-5371 Climbing: Cumberland Indoor Climbing Wall, 336-2231 Disc Golf: Island Disc Golf, Craig, islanddiscgolf.com Dodgeball: CV Sports & Social Club, Scott, 898-7286 Flag Football: CV Sports & Social Club, Scott, 898-7286 Floor Hockey: Cty Knights, Tim, 703-5599 Floor Hockey: CV Sports & Social Club, Scott, 898-7286 Football: CV Raiders, Chris, comoxvalleyraiders.com Golfing: Glacier Greens, 339-6515 Golfing: Longlands, 339-6363 Golfing: Crown Isle, 703-5000 Golfing: Sunnydale, 334-3232 Golfing: Mulligans 338.2440 Gymnastics: Chimo Gymnastics, 339-2255 Hockey: CV Minor Hockey, Dale, 339-0952 CV Glacier Kings Jr. Hockey Iris 250.338-5409 Womens Hockey: Breakers Pam- 250.897-1253 Whalers- 250.338-9786 Ice Skating: Tami 250.334-3179 Indoor Soccer: CV Sports & Social Club, Scott, 898-7286 Kickball: CV Sports & Social Club, Scott, 898-7286 Lawn Bowling: Cty Lawn Bowling, 338-9431 Meditation Foundation Classes: Womans Path of Healing, 203.4195.

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WATER / OUTDOOR & TRAIL Dragon Boat: Christine 250.338-7149 Caving: Horne Lake Caves, 248-7829 Canoe Club: Annie 250.339-1978 Horseback Riding: Sweetwater Stables, 218-9837 Hiking: CV Mountaineering Club. Ken 250.336-2101 Kayaking: CV Kayaks, 334-2628 Laser Tag: North Island Battlefield, Andy, 202-3484 Rowing: CV Rowing Club, Trish, 337-8331 Sailing: CV Yacht Club, John Walker, 335-0482 Sailing: Comox Bay Club, Brian, 250.338-9182 Scuba Diving: Pacific Pro Scuba, 338-6829 Snowboarding: Jump Camp, Patrick, 898-8891 Swimming: CV Sharks; Albert 250.871.5927 Swimming: Blue Devils Club: Kathleen 250.338-0097 Triathlon: CV Tri K, Rick Gibson, 334-3124 Wilderness: Strathcona Wilderness Institute, 338-9962 Windsurfing: Compass Adventure Sailing, 334-0741

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Our physical and mental well -being depends on great many factors and one of the most important elements is breath awareness.

Internal body toxins consist of waste products created by normal metabolic processes within the body. Everyday physiological processes such as energy production and digestion create waste products. These waste products make up patterns of internal toxins, and if these waste products are not discarded they inhibit the function of our internal organs and create disharmony in the body and mind. The important factor to remember is that we don’t just rid our bodies of toxins through the bowls and kidneys; we also expel them through breath!

Breathing allows for maximum inter-change of oxygen and carbon dioxide, maintaining the correct balance of both. Deep breathing also aids to induce a relaxation response in the body as opposed to the stress response that is brought about by shallow chest breathing - the type of breathing we have become accustomed to.

Shallow chest breathing can actually induce the fight or flight response in the body because this type of breathing signals the brain that a stressful situation is imminent and triggers secretion of large amounts of stress hormones in the adrenal glands. Shallow breathing can also disrupt the balance of oxygen and carbon dioxide, which makes us feel a need for more air and aggravates anxiety and stress symptoms.

Deep breathing, on the contrary, helps to reduce stress and creates a sense of inner calm.

We need to make it a habit to take few moments every day to do deep breathing and breath awareness exercises - our physical and mental well-being is bound to improve as we engage in regular deep breathing.

To your health and success!

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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

Trivia Answers 1. Dom Perignon 2. Lake Superior 3. The Moon 4. A farrier 5. Louis Pasteur

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