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events FRI FEB 1 TIC TAC in Parksville 8:00am - 5:00pm. All parents / family caregivers and their children are welcome to join. Catch up over coffee or do activities with the children. Dropin. SOS Child, Youth &Family Centre, 245 Hirst Ave W, Parksville. 250-248-2093

Bentall Taylor Ulrich (BTU) 6:30pm. Barney Bentall, Tom Taylor, and Shari Ulrich. Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge, #8 464 Island Highway East, Parksville. 250927-4595

Oceanside Stroke Recovery Society 11:00am. Every Friday. Providing professional therapy sessions – physical exercise, speech, music and art therapy and caregivers’ counselling. St. Columbia Church Hall, 921 Wembley Rd., Parksville. 250-2489994

Don Alder 7:00pm. Vancouver’s internationally acclaimed fingerstyle guitar legend returns to Vancouver Island to blow down our house. Don picks, strums, beats, and cajoles an orchestra-

worth of sound from an acoustic guitar. McMillan Arts Centre (MAC), 133 McMillan Street, Parksville. 250-7525533

Music that Deserves to be Heard 7:00pm. Discovered Gems from the Düben Collection. The extraordinary Düben Collection contains over 2,000 manuscripts of 17th and early-18th century music by more than 300 European composers, collected by members of the Düben family and donated to Uppsala University in 1732. Knox United Church (Parksville), 345 Pym Street, Parksville. 250-2483927

SAT FEB 2 Qualicum Beach Farmer’s Market 8:30am - 12:00pm. Every Saturday. You’ll find the best in fresh fruits, vegetables and berries, plants and cut flowers, fresh baked goods, jams and jellies, fish, chicken, and pork, as well as a wide range of local crafts. Qualicum Beach Community Hall, 644 Memorial Avenue, Qualicum Beach. 250752-1992

17th Annual Seedy Saturday 10:00am. “Seeding the

Future”. Featuring 70+ participants including many seed companies and vendors, nurseries, growers, and related products and suppliers. Other activities include informative speaker seminars, the ever popular Seed Swap, Milner Garden’s ‘Shoots with Roots’ children’s program, advice from Master Gardeners, the Seedy Cafe to keep you nourished, plus Raffle Prizes and Door Prizes to be won. Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, 747 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach. 250- 752-2186

Generals vs C.R. Storm 7:00pm. Hockey fans the Oceanside Generals are home taking on the Campbell River Storm, puck drops at 7pm. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 West Island Highway, Parksville. 250- 248-3252

Logan McKilllop 7:00pm. A folk/roots singer-songwriter and storyteller from Onanole, MB. Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge, #8 464 Island Highway East, Parksville. 250927-4595

Coffee House 7:30pm - 9:00pm. Held on the first Saturday of each month. Always an interesting mix of local talents. Admission $5.00 at the door. Musicians and entertainers free. Coffee and treats

available from the kitchen. Coffee courtesy of Creekmore Coffee Errington War Memorial Hall, 1390 Errington Road, Errington. 250248-5106

SUN FEB 3 Pancake Breakfast and Flea Market 9:00am - 1:00pm. First Sunday each month from September through June. Tables for rent at $12 each CHRCO Hall, Coombs Rodeo Grounds, 2601 Alberni Hwy, Coombs. 250-752-9735

Parksville Lion’s and Save-On-Foods Free Family Skate 12:15pm - 1:45pm. This popular skate session is Sundays, a great way to stay active as a family. Children must be accompanied by an adult, 19yrs+. Pond hockey is not available during this session. Oceanside Place Arena on Sundays, February 3, 10, 17, and 24 from 12:15 to 1:45 pm. Free event. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks or view skate and swim schedules online at Oceanside Place Arena, 830 West Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-2483252

MON FEB 4 Ravensong Masters Swim Club 7:00am - 8:00am. Come join us for a swim on Mondays and Wednesday as well as

5 Saturdays 7:00am8:00am. Register at any time by contacting c.u.at.the.pool@gmail. com. Ravensong Aquatic Centre, 737 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly 4248 8:45am. Meets Monday For info leave a message. Our Savior Lutheran Church, 795 W Island Hwy, Parskville. 250752-5344

Cardio Dance Club Fitness Classes: 9:30am - 10:30am. Mondays in Errington. A follow-along dance fitness workout that fuses athletic dance and fun, high-energy music. More info: CardioDanceClub. com/ACRA. Errington War Memorial Hall, 1390 Errington Road,

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TUE FEB 5 CONT... preview with museum staff, are encouraged to contact Netanja Waddell, Museum Manage. Qualicum Beach Museum, 587 Beach Road, Qualicum Beach. 250752-5533

Free Skate Lessons for Youth (Ages 13-18 yrs) 4:00pm - 5:00pm. Learn to ice skate so you can join your friends at Oceanside Place Arena. Free skate rentals incl-

uded. Registration required as space is limited. Full details online. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 West Island Highway, Parksville. 250248-3252

Umi Wado Kai Karate Club Family Class 5:30pm. Accepting New Students: Every Tuesday, during the school year, at Arrowview Elementary School gym. Umi Wado Kai Karate teaches the art of self-defence, while instilling a strong sense of self-discipline, self-

confidence, respect and humility. Classes are geared for ages 7 and up and emphasize skill development in a fun and interactive way. Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, 747 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach. 250650-5451

equipment is provided. No regis-tration is required, but participants should come dressed to run. Coombs Fairgrounds Gymnasium, 1014 Ford Road, Coombs.

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The Parksville & District Rock and Gem Club meeting 7:00pm. New members and guests welcome McMillan Arts Centre (MAC), 133 McMillan Street, Parksville. 250248-6177

Xtreme Karaoke 9:00pm - 11:45pm. Every Tuesday. It’s Karaoke at the Gun! Join Debra & friends, show off your pipes, get in on prizes and the “cash wall” and enjoy a game or two of free pool. 19+ The Rod & Gun, 163 Alberni Highway, Parksville. 250248-6511

WED FEB 6 Dave Stewart Septet GZAL Jazz Series #2 2:00pm - 4:30pm. Matinee Performance. Evening Performance – 7 PM. Doors open half hour before showtime. The Dave Stewart Septet is an ensemble of outstanding in-demand local musicians from Central Vancouver Island. Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge, #8 464 Island Highway East, Parksville. 250-927-4595

Weight Watchers 5:00pm. Every Wed. Meetings are led

by people who’ve succeeded on the program, so their expertise comes from real-life experience. Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 Jensen Avenue East, Parksville. 250248-6234

Women’s Personal Growth 6:30pm - 8:30pm. Formal and informal activities for developing and supporting selfdiscovery and personal growth in all areas of your life. SOS Child, Youth &Family Centre, 245 Hirst Ave W, Parksville. 250-2482093

Meditation Class (Free Event) 6:30pm - 7:30pm. Every Wednesday. Learn How to Meditate! The simple and effective techniques of Sahaja Yoga Meditation are based on ancient knowledge and have been developed by Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi for people of all ages and walks of life. McMillan Arts Centre (MAC), 133 McMillan Street, Parksville. 250-954-5040

THU FEB 7 Arrowsmith Needle Arts Guild 9:30am. 1st and 3rd Thu of each month. Come and embroider, learn new techniques and for friendship with other stitchers. Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, 747 Jones Street, Qualicum

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Cardio Dance Club Fitness Classes 9:30am - 10:30am. Every Thursday. Cardio Dance Club is a follow-along dance fitness workout that fuses athletic dance and fun, high-energy music. Registration information: CardioDanceClub.com/ Classes. Cost: $100 (10 classes) with punch card, or $7/class with registration. Qualicum Beach Community Hall, 644 Memorial Avenue, Qualicum Beach. 250752-1992

150 Years and Counting: Fighting for Justice on the Coast 1:00pm - 4:00pm. A traveling exhibit highlighting the courage of local people

who resisted racist government policies and the colonial dispossession of Indigenous Peoples and people of Asian heritage. The exhibit explores how people struggled to preserve their cultures. “Fighting for Justice” has been hosted by museums and libraries across Vancouver Island and was featured at the 2017 Heritage BC Conference in Bew Westminster. Individuals wishing to learn more about this exhibit, or come for a preview with museum staff, are encouraged to contact Netanja Waddell, Museum Manager, 250-7525533 or qbmuseum@ shaw. Qualicum Beach Museum, 587 Beach Road, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-5533

Coffee with Parksville Council 2:00pm - 4:00pm. Every Thursday. Residents are invited to join Mayor Ed Mayne for coffee and an informal chat. No appointment is necessary. This is a relaxed, comfortable forum for residents to meet the Mayor and to ask questions, discuss issues and offer suggestions; a chance to say what’s on your mind. Please check the City’s calendar to ensure there are no cancellations. Parksville City Hall, 100 Jensen Avenue East, Parksville.

Cardio Dance Club Fitness Classes 6:00pm - 7:00pm. Cardio Dance Club is a follow-along dance fitness workout that fuses athletic dance

and fun, high-energy music. More info: CardioDanceClub. com/ACRA. Errington War Memorial Hall, 1390 Errington Road, Errington. 250- 2485106

Oceanside Breast Cancer Support Group 7:00pm. The Oceanside Breast Cancer Support Group meets the first Thursday of the month. This group is independent, non-profit, slip-on shoe support groups serving the Oceanside community for over 5 years. The Gardens at Qualicum Beach, 650 Berwick Rd N, Qualicum Beach.

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7:00pm. Ground Zero Is pleased to announce the return of Brandon Issak! If you missed him last time, now is your chance to catch this talented and cool musician in action on our stage. Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge, #8 464 Island Highway East, Parksville. 250-927-4595

7:00pm - 9:00pm. Every Thursday. Balls will be provided, but participants are asked to come prepared wearing clothing they can move in and running shoes. No registration is required, but you will need to sign a participation waiver upon arrival. Coombs Fairgrounds Gymnasium, 1014 Ford Road, Coombs.

FRI FEB 8 KSS Jazz Extravagana 2019 6:00pm. Presented by thr KSS Fine Arts Society. Phil Dwyer Trio with Hans Verhoeven & Ken Lister and special guests. Come enjoy an evening of Jazz while supporting our KSS Jazz Students! KSS Jazz Bands and Vocal Choir Performances. Dinner, Silent Auction & Cash Bar. Tickets $60pp. Available at Alcove, 689 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach, KSS office or call Aimy at 250-951-2210 Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, 747 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach. 250951-2210

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2nd Annual Valentine’s Day Vintage Market 10:00am. Vintage everything! clothing, jewellery, art, furniture, food, buildings! Parksville Museum, 1245 East Island Highway, Parksville. 250248-6966

Black & Gogol 7:00pm. Singer-songwriters who like to groove. This accomplished duo’s original songs and soaring solos invite you on a journey through soul and rock, to southern blues and back again. Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge, #8 464 Island Highway East, Parksville. 250927-4595

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Second Sunday Market & Pancake Breakfast 8:00am - 12:00pm. The second Sunday of each month. Everything from a great selection of unique, handmade items, vintage collectibles, crafting supplies, tools, and household goods. We also have a yummy pancake breakfast and live music. Lighthouse Community Centre, 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Beach. 250757-9711

Parksville Lion’s and Save-On-Foods Free Family Skate 12:15pm - 1:45pm. This popular skate session is Sundays, a great way to stay active as a family. Children must be accompanied by an adult, 19yrs+. Pond hockey is not available during this session. Oceanside Place Arena on Sundays, February 3, 10, 17, and 24. Free event. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 West Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-3252

Open Acoustic Jam 2:00pm - 5:00pm. *Jams are now on Sundays. Jams will be every second and fourth Sunday of each month. $5 donation at the door is greatly appreciated. Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge, #8 464 Island Highway East, Parksville. 250927-4595

MON FEB 11 Cardio Dance Club Fitness Classes 9:30am - 10:30am. A follow-along dance fitness workout that fuses athletic dance and fun, high-energy music. More info: CardioDanceClub. com/ACRA. Errington War Memorial Hall, 1390 Errington Road, Errington. 250- 248-5106

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TUE FEB 12 Ballenas Grad Fashion Show 7:00pm. Doors open at 6:30pm. Concession, raffle table, mystery door and great entertainment! $10.00 per ticket. Available at Ballenas Secondary School, Shades of Green, Soak Essentials and the Parksville Bus Depot. Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 Jensen Avenue East, Parksville. 250- 248-6234

Las Divas Valentine’s Dance Party 7:30pm. Las Divas will be playing Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge! Doors at 7:00. Come one, come all! Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge, #8 464 Island Highway East, Parksville. 250-927-4595

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COLDEST NIGHT OF THE YEAR A WALK-A-THON TO HELP RAISE FUNDS FOR HUNGRY, HOMELESS & HURTING PEOPLE IN OUR COMMUNITY.

he Oceanside/ Parksville Island Crisis Care Society (ICCS) is once again hosting a family-friendly national walk-a-thon to help raise funds for charities that serve hungry, homeless and hurting people in our community. The 5th annual Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) takes place Saturday, February 23 in Parksville as well as in136 other communities across Canada. This year the goal of the Oceanside/Parksville ICCS is $40,000. ICCS has been providing service in the Oceanside area since 2003 when Hirst House opened. In 2014 federal funding assisted with hiring an outreach worker and provided five rent subsidies. Unfortunately that funding did not continue so money raised through CNOY enables the society to continue the

supports necessary to maintain its programs that assist the most vulnerable people in Oceanside. In 2018 more than 100 participants raised about $29,000 for the cause. One of the walkers last year was Julie Lawrence, the ICCS Programs Manager in Oceanside. She manages the crisis stabilization housing Hirst House, as well as the Parksville weather shelter and Oceanside Outreach and said the Oceanside region has close to 100 people who are struggling alone and face multiple barriers. Lawrence said she first joined the walk in Parksville in 2016 to help support people who are at risk of homelessness and has been passionate about promoting it ever since. “I walk to support the most vulnerable people in our community. These are people, many with mental and physical

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WED FEB 13 CONT... gion Ladies Auxiliary Valentine Luncheon, just $15.00 including a “Decadent Dessert”, door prizes, 50/50. Limited Seating – advance tickets only. Call Suzi Charters at 250 738 0822 and support our local Scholarship program Bowser Legion (Branch #211), 7035 West Island Highway, Bowser.

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“EVERYONE STARTS TOGETHER. IT IS SO MUCH FUN. YOU GET A WARM GREETING BY ORGANIZERS. PASSERSBY WILL GIVE YOU A HIGH-5 AND PEOPLE DRIVING BY HONK GIVE A THUMBS-UP.” health challenges. Some struggle with past addiction issues. I walk because it could happen to anyone of us,” she acknowledged. Lawrence now helps with directing the annual event and said although it provides those who take part in it a glimpse of what some of the challenges facing the homelessness are – particularly during a cold winter night, it truly is a heart warming gathering. The walk will begin at 5:15 p.m. February 23 and starts and ends at Knox United Church at 345 Pym St. Route options include a 2 km, 5 km or 10 km walk and rest stops will be available on all routes which

will be well signed. Between 6 and 8 p.m. a warm, light meal will be served to all walkers and volunteers. Registration is free for children under 10 years of age. Youth aged 11-17 must fundraise a minimum of $75 or pay registration fee. The fee for adults 18 and over is a minimum of $150.

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2:00pm. 2nd Wednesday of each month at from 2 to 4 pm in the Board Room. The DVDs are a selection movies, short clips and professionals: Jolene Brackey and Teepa Snow sharing their experience on different aspects of the disease. Register at odett.is@gmail.com. Please include “Register for Parksville DVD” in the subject and your name and phone number in the body of the email, or phone 250-951-0811 ext 0. Stanford Seniors Village, 250 Craig Street, Parksville.

Poetry and Spoken Word Readings 7:00pm - 9:00pm. Join us for our monthly Poetry and Spoken Word events. Coffee and goodies by donation. $5 door. To sign up for this event, please register through the link provided. Drop ins welcomed! Audience members always welcome!! Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge, #8

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Mid Island Floral Art Club 2:00pm. St. Stephen’s United Church, 150 Village Way, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-1858

Elysia Biro & Friends 5:00pm. Our singer and pianist Elysia Biro and Micheal Patrick in a jazz quartet this Valentines. Dine, dance and romance. Quality Resort Bayside, 240 Dogwood Street, Parksville. 250248-8333

Cardio Dance Club Fitness Classes 6:00pm - 7:00pm. Cardio Dance Club is a follow-along dance fitness workout that fuses athletic dance and fun, high-energy music. More info: CardioDanceClub. com/ACRA. Errington War Memorial Hall, 1390 Errington Road, Errington. 250- 248-5106

Second Chances: The Musical 7:30pm - 9:30pm. Feb 14 - 17, 20-24, 27, 28. Showcasing the island’s favourite singing and dancing

13 actors, plus a live threepiece band. The setting is New York City, 1955. An off Broadway theatre struggles with only two weeks until the opening night of their production Ole Louisiana. However, the arrival of a mysterious stranger sets in motion a series of unpredictable events. This musical follows the tradition of musicals from the golden era. This sparkling musical directed by Jennifer Kelly, featuring ballads to show-stopping numbers, is sure to thrill audiences. Be part of something innovative. Village Theatre Qualicum Beach, 110 W 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-3522

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Coombs Country Opery 7:00pm. third Friday each month from September through May. Open stage music for everyone. Adults admission is $5 with musicians and kids free. Coombs Rodeo Grounds, 2601 Alberni Highway, Coombs. 250-248-1009

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FRI FEB 15 CONT... A Night at the Palace 8:00pm. Feb 15 - 16. Song and dance, music and comedy, vaudeville and some burlesque all performed by enthusiastic locals. It’s unique and loads of fun. Refreshments from the kitchen. *Ticket sales times and location to be announced. Errington War Memorial Hall, 1390 Errington Road, Errington. 250- 248-5106

SAT FEB 16 Splish Splash Everyone Welcome Swim 10:00am - 12:00pm. Splish splash everyone welcome swims at Ravensong Aquatic Centre are a water adventure you don’t want to miss. The lifeguards are going to bring out the pool toys for you to enjoy. From the rope swing to the snake to the dino ribs there will be water play for everyone. Regular admission. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks or view skate and swim. Ravensong Aquatic Centre, 737 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-5014

Smartphone Camera Basics

Drop-in Tues. or Thurs. 1:30-4 pm

10:00am. Do you want to become a better photographer with your Smartphone? If you’ve been disappointed with the photos you’ve taken using your Smartphone I can help you take better photos. Contact Debbie Flynn at 250-586-3873

to register. The cost is $55 for the workshop. If you register for both Smartphone Camera Basics and Smartphone Photo Editing Basics the cost is reduced to $50 per workshop. The McMillan Arts Centre, 133 McMillan Street, Parksville. 250-586-3873

Vibrational Healing Chakra Balance Workshop 11:00am - 4:00pm. This workshop teaches how to balance your energy chakra fields. Chakras are not only spiritual alignments within our body, but they also surround our body in colourful waves. Week 1 ~ Feb 16: Vertical Energy Field. Week 2 ~ Feb 23: Horizontal Energy Field. Preregistration is required. Cost: $275+GST. Limited Seating ~ Register today! Bring something you can use as a pendulum. Pioneer Wellness Centre, #1 - 534 Pioneer Crescent, Parksville. 250-240-2656

The Qualicum Beach Family History Society 6:00pm. Finding your Ancestors Session at the Qualicum Beach Library. Qualicum Beach Legion (Branch #76), 180 Veterans Way, Qualicum Beach. 250- 752-9632

Generals vs Buccaneers 7:00pm. Hockey fans the Oceanside Generals are home taking on the Nanaimo Buccaneers, puck drops at 7pm. Oceanside

15 Place Arena, 830 West Island Highway, Parksville. 250- 248-3252

David Essig Country Blues Master 7:00pm. GroundZero is proud to present Canadian Legend David Essig in Concert. Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge, #8 464 Island Highway East, Parksville. 250927-4595

SUN FEB 17 Parksville Lion’s and Save-On-Foods Free Family Skate 12:15pm - 1:45pm. This popular skate session is Sundays, a great way to stay active as a family. Children must be accompanied by an adult, 19yrs+. Pond hockey is not available during this session. Oceanside Place Arena on Sundays,

February 3, 10, 17, and 24 from 12:15 to 1:45 pm. Free event. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks or view skate and swim schedules online at rdn.bc.ca/recreation. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 West Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-2483252

Robbie Hancock 7:00pm. A singer/ songwriter, a composer/ producer, and an international touring artist. Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge, #8 464 Island Highway East, Parksville. 250-927-4595

MON FEB 18 Pro-D Day for SD69 8:00am. There will be no school Monday, Feb. 18 and Tuesday, Feb. 19 in lieu of BC Family Day and a Professional Development Day.

Parksville Probus Club 8:30am. Our February speaker is author and acquired brain injury survivor, Jessica Taylor. Her talk will be about some of her happenings throughout rehabilitation (some quite humorous), as well as her feeling regarding what needs to be done to help those with head injuries. Quality Resort Bayside, 240 Dogwood Street, Parksville. 250390-9121

BC Provincial Family Day Swim 10:00am. BC Provincial Family Day Swim and Skate events. Both Ravensong Aquatic Centre and Oceanside Place Arena are open to celebrate BC Provincial Family Day on Monday February 18th.

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Free admission to both of these events is courtesy of CUPE 401, Canadian Union of Public Employees. Free Family Swim from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Free Family Skate from 1:00 to 4:00 pm. Ravensong Aquatic Centre, 737 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach. 250752-5014

Coombs Fair Family Day 1:00pm. A free familyfriendly event held at the Coombs Fairgrounds.The all-indoor event is completely free – even the food! Activities included heritage-era demonstrations, games and crafts, 4-H information, and more. Activities and displays will include Children’s Garden Railway. , Kids Games and Crafts, 4H Demos, Cow Colouring Contest, Hula Hoops, Pin the Tail on the Rab-

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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 8

KSS

EXTRAVAGANZA

he stage and the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre will be filled with some seasoned as well as some up and coming musicians on Friday, February 8 for a concert that is raising funds for students in the Kwalikum Senior Secondary (KSS) jazz program. The KSS Fine Arts Society is presenting an exciting evening of entertainment featuring multi-Junoaward-winning saxophonist Phil Dwyer. A trio of accomplished musicians featuring Dwyer on sax, Ken Lister on bass and Hans Verhoeven on drums will be the headliner for the evening that also includes a dinner, silent auction and wall of wine. A multi-instrumentalist and composer/arranger, Dwyer has an extensive resume and his musical accomplishments have garnered him some impressive accolades. In 2013 Dwyer was appointed as a Member of the Order Of Canada. He was recognized for his contributions to jazz as a performer, composer and producer and for increasing access to music education in his community. Although Dwyer spends most of his time as a lawyer these days he said he always finds time to perform and when he met with the parent of a KSS jazz student recently he recalled how the KSS Jazz Extravaganza was established. “It was about 10 years ago. At that point my son was at KSS,” he said. His wife Teresa and other parents were part of the steering committee that created the Jazz Extravaganza fundraiser which was held at the Civic Centre. “Our kids graduated and over the years it morphed into something at the high school. This year a new committee and decided it would be nice to bring it back to the Civic Centre to its origins,” he explained. Dwyer who grew up in Qualicum Beach always wanted to be a great musician and he was the Valedictorian of the first graduating class at KSS in 1983. He gives credit to the excellent music programs at

“FOR THE SIZE OF THE SCHOOL AND LOCATION, KSS IS STILL PRODUCING SOME OF THE TOP MUSICIANS IN THE COUNTRY. ” KSS for nurturing his musical education. He said the school continues to inspire and create stellar musicians. There will be a number of student groups performing throughout the evening and Dwyer assured they will wow the guests. He is especially impressed with three young musicians who he has invited to join him on stage in the second set. “They are just exceptional. Quite frankly if they were not high school students in Qualicum Beach they could work professionally in any city in North America,” he emphasized. Before the students take to the stage, the Phil Dwyer Trio will be performing popular music from the golden era of the movies primarily from the 50’s and 60’s. Guests can look forward to the music of composer Henry Mancini’s Breakfast at Tiffany’s and Johnny Mandel’s soundtracks from the movie Mash just to name a few. Doors open at 5:30 and dinner is at 6:30. Tickets are $60 and can be purchased at KSS, Alcove in Qualicum Beach or call Aimee at 250-951-2210. MORE INFORMATION

QUALICUM BEACH CIVIC CENTRE 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach Story by BRENDA GOUGH

whatsondigest.com // FEBRUARY 2019 MON FEB 18 CONT... bit, Checkers, Juggling, E&N Railway Society and much, much more. Also free hot-dogs, popcorn, hot chocolate, juice, coffee or tea (while supplies last) Coombs Fair Grounds, 1014 Ford Road, Coombs. 250248-4458

BC Provincial Family Day Skate 1:00pm. BC Provincial Family Day Swim and Skate events. Both Ravensong Aquatic Centre and Oceanside Place Arena are open to celebrate BC Provincial Family Day on Monday February 18th. Free admission to both of these events is courtesy of CUPE 401, Canadian Union of Public Employees. Free Family Swim from 10:00am to 2:00pm. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks or view swim and skate schedules online at rdn.bc.ca/recreation. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 West Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-2483252

TUE FEB 19 Pro-D Day for SD69 8:00am. There will be no school Tuesday, Feb. 19 in lieu of Professional Development Day for teachers.

hard hat and get ready to build! This day will be packed with challenging feats of engineering to test your creative side. Who: SD69 students ages 6+ *SD68 is still in school on this date. What: Engineering ProD workshop. Where: Parksville Community Centre (Red Cedar Room). When: Tuesday, February 19 2019 8:30am-3:30pm. How: register online through our website, the cost is $52.50/student. *Please note: Food is not included in cost. Please send along lunch and a water bottle with your child. We will be spending time outside so please dress appropriately. Parksville Community Centre, 132 East Jensen Avenue, Parksville. 1-778-2682289

School’s Out Everyone Welcome Swim 1:00pm. Stay active with a swim at Ravensong Aquatic Centre or skate at Oceanside Place Arena. Everyone Welcome Swim is 1:00 to 2:30 pm. Everyone Welcome Skate is 1:45 to 3:15 pm. Reduced rate admission. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks or view skate and swim schedules online at rdn.bc.ca/ recreation. Ravensong Aquatic Centre, 737 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-5014

Engineering Extravaganza Pro D Workshop

School’s Out Everyone Welcome Skate

8:30am. Put on your

1:45pm. Stay active with a swim at Raven-

17 song Aquatic Centre or skate at Oceanside Place Arena. Everyone Welcome Swim is 1:00 to 2:30 pm. Everyone Welcome Skate is 1:45 to 3:15 pm. Reduced rate admission. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 West Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-3252

Xtreme Karaoke 9:00pm - 11:45pm. Every Tuesday. Join Debra & friends, show off your pipes, get in on prizes and the “cash wall” and enjoy a game or two of free pool. 19+ The Rod & Gun, 163 Alberni Highway, Parksville. 250-248-6511

WED FEB 20 Marc Atkinson Trio GZAL Jazz Series #3 7:00pm. Marc Atkinson is one of Canada’s finest JUNO-nominated, Western Canadian award winning musicians. He is the leader and composer of the inter-nationally renowned Marc Atkinson Trio (and co-founder, composer and performer in the acclaimed, The Bills) Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge, #8 464 Island Highway East, Parksville. 250-927-4595

Qualicum Beach Family History Society General Meeting 6:00pm. QBFHS will be presenting Photo Editing and Retouching for Genealogists Web Seminar – by Nancy Hendrickson,

best selling genealogy author of 14 book, Editor of Family Tree Magazine & Workshop instructor at Family Tree University Qualicum Beach Legion (Branch #76), 180 Veterans Way, Qualicum Beach. 250- 752-9632

THU FEB 21 Arrowsmith Needle Arts Guild 9:30am. 1st and 3rd Thu of each month. Come and embroider, learn new techniques and for friendship with other stitchers. Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, 747 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach. 250- 752-1992

ART: DeCosmos Fine Arts Society 1:00pm - 3:00pm. Every 3rd Thursday, come join us at: Parksville Comm & Conference Centre 132 Jensen Ave E, Parksville. Membership $25 annually or guest $5. Call 250-951-0228. DeCosmos Fine Arts Society, 132 Jensen’s Ave E, Parksville. 250951-0228

French Conversation 2:30pm - 4:00pm. Informal free drop-in to maintain or improve your French. 2:30 to 4:00 in the Serious Coffee meeting room Serious Coffee Parksville, 1209 East Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-738-0819

Elysia Biro featured at The Bayside 5:30pm - 8:30pm. A

FEBRUARY 2019

THU FEB 21 CONT... promising young pianist & vocalist whose repertoire in music includes many classics in both Jazz and Classical genre. Enjoy a romantic evening with oceanside dining and the velvety sounds from this musical artist. Quality Resort Bayside, 240 Dogwood Street, Parksville. 250248-8333

Oceanside Classical Concerts

TRUNK SHOW

February 14-16 Try size / Pick Style & Colour Capris - Pants - Crops Skorts & Shorts

7:00pm - 9:00pm. Oceanside Concerts is a subscription concert series. Subscriptions are only available for the season. Tickets are not sold to individual concerts. Please ensure you bring your subscription card with you for the concert. Knox United Church (Parksville), 345 Pym Street, Parksville. 250-248-3927

FRI FEB 22 WiL with Keith Gallant 7:00pm. William Mimnaugh (stage name WiL) is a contemporary roots artist who makes his home on Vancouver Is-

land, Canada. Known for his fiery live show, enigmatic stage pres-ence and mad skill with an acoustic guitar. Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge, #8 464 Island Highway East, Parksville. 250927-4595

A Night at the Palace 8:00pm. February 22 - 23. Song and dance, music and comedy, vaudeville and some burlesque all performed by enthusiastic locals. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unique and loads of fun. Refreshments from the kitchen. *Ticket sales times and location to be announced. Errington War Memorial Hall, 1390 Errington Road, Errington. 250- 248-5106

SAT FEB 23 Red Cross AED/ CPR C 9:00am. Save a life when only seconds count. Get trained. This course is required for lifeguards and health care professionals. Topics covered are CPR and blocked airways for adults, children and infants and an introduction to automated external defibrillators (AED).

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SPOTLIGHT

FEBRUARY 9 AND 10

PARKSVILLE GEM & MINERAL SHOW WITH 30 VENDORS THERE WILL BE PLENTY OF SPECIMENS TO BEHOLD

ttention all rockhounds, the Parksville Gem and Mineral Show is returning the Parksville Community Conference Centre (PCCC) February 9 and 10 and with 30 vendors there will be plenty of specimens to behold. Hobbyists and rock collectors alike can expect a wide variety of collectors and dealers at the PCCC, some with exquisite displays of rocks, gems, crystals and jewellery. Ask anyone who collects rocks and they will tell you there are plenty of reasons for doing so including; getting some exercise while exploring our ecosystem, for spiritual connections or just for the science of geology. Some rocks are rare, some have cools shapes and colours while others are pretty and are perfect for making jewellery. Julia Mewhort of Qualicum Beach is one of the organizers of the show and she said people who collect rocks are often called rockhounds and she admitted to being one of them. “It is about getting out in nature looking for gems. A lot of people are interested in rocks these days because of their energy properties,” she explained. Mewhort said there will be something for everyone at the show and some specimens that have been preserved in mother earth are sure to ignite the

passions of budding palaeontologists. “Sharon Hubbard is doing a fossil display. She found a fossil that is now in the Victoria Museum.” Hubbard’s reptile jaw came from the Pterosaurs which is one of the earliest vertebrates known to have evolved powered flight. She found the skeleton of the extinct flying dinosaur while fossil hunting on Hornby Island. Mewhort said one of the popular booths at the show they hosted in 2018 was from Forest Crystal Mining. The company mines Phantom crystals right here on Vancouver Island. How their Phantom crystals materialized is fascinating and a member of the trio of men who found them said their discovery has garnered them world wide attention. Andre Lyons explained how they were tree planting on the West Coast in 2015 that fateful grey day when the sun came out at their feet revealing the hidden treasure. “It looked like smashed glass that shines in the sun. I was an amateur rock hound but this looked a little bit different,” he recalled. Turns out it was actinolite embedded within quartz crystal. Though similar to tourmaline, this form of semiprecious stone was wholly unique. CONTINUED NEXT PAGE

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“IT IS IT IS ABOUT GETTING OUT IN NATURE LOOKING FOR GEMS. A LOT OF PEOPLE ARE INTERESTED IN ROCKS THESE DAYS BECAUSE OF THEIR ENERGY PROPERTIES” These were only fractures of the beauty that lay hidden within the soil and bedrock and over the coming months they carefully dug up the trail of natural wonders, finding more beautiful and diverse specimens. In 2016 they discovered their first vug from which the trail of crystals had flowed over the past hundreds of thousands of years. Lyons said they dig by hand avoiding environmental damage and as they continue to follow the treasure trail they will always respect Mother Earth’s gifts. “We only dig by hand without machinery. What we want to find are the bigger clusters. We are in pockets and veins that have collapsed and filled with sediment. They were formed eons ago and have separated as the ground has moved.” While their discovery is not a secret anymore one thing that is certain is the crystals are extremely rare and unfortunately, only three veins have been located on the claim, meaning the supply of the world’s only forest crystal could eventually run dry. To see the rare beauties and other natural wonders, visit the PCCC Saturday February 9 and Sunday February 10 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $2 and kids under 12 are free. MORE INFORMATION

PARKSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville Story by BRENDA GOUGH

SAT FEB 23 CONT... Cost is $73. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks at 250-248-3252 to pre-register. Qualicum Commons, RDN Activity Room 12, 744 Primrose Avenue, Qualicum Commons. 250-248-3252

Red Cross Emergency First Aid with AED/ CPR 9:00am. Be prepared and get trained in first aid skills. Training includes home hazards, accident prevention, safety education, CPR, first aid skills for common emergencies and automated external defibrillators (AED). Retraining is recommended every three years. Qualicum Commons, on Saturday, February 23rd from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, cost is $86. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks to pre-register. Qualicum Commons, RDN Activity Room 12, 744 Primrose Avenue, Qualicum Commons. 250-248-3252

Red Cross Standard First Aid with AED/ CPR 9:00am - 5:00pm Be prepared; get trained with a two day course in first aid and cardiopulmonary (CPR C) skills. Training includes home hazards, accident prevention, safety education, CPR level C, first aid skills for common emergencies and automated ext-ernal defibrillators (AED). Retraining is rec-

ommended every three years. Qualicum Commons, on Saturday and Sunday, February 23rd and 24th from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, cost is $159. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks at to pre-register. View recreation programs online at rdn.bc.ca/recreation. Qualicum Commons, RDN Activity Room 12, 744 Primrose Avenue, Qualicum Commons. 250-248-3252

VIU ElderCollege presents Beginning With Genealogy 10:00am. Discover how to search for your roots, your family history and what made you the person you are. Presenter: Kathy Jones. All talks start at 10am. Nanoose Place Community Centre, 2925 Northwest Bay Road , Nanoose Bay. 250-248-2096

Ukulele Workshop 3 Chord Twins 10:30am. This workshop will use James Hill’s “Booster Uke” book which costs $19, books can be bought at the workshop. All workshops are 75-90 minutes in length and cost $30. All workshops are for “Confident Beginner” to “Intermediate” plus Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge, #8 464 Island Highway East, Parksville. 250-927-4595

Coldest Night of the Year-Oceanside 4:00pm. The Coldest Night of the Year is a

21 family-friendly walk that raises money for charities serving hungry, homeless, and hurting people in our community. Walk with the Island Crisis Care Society and continue to help them support the most vulnerable people in Oceanside. We have formalized a Homelessness/Housing Outreach Support Team (HOST) from different agencies who support the clients collaboratively. Knox United Church (Parksville), 345 Pym Street, Parksville. 250-2483927

The Great Plains 7:00pm. Real Canadian Music with Celtic, Bluegrass and Folk Flavors. Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge, #8 464 Island Highway East, Parksville. 250-927-4595

Disco Light Skate for all ages 7:30pm. Catch dance fever under the disco lights at Oceanside Place Arena. The flashing lights and pumping music will take you back in time Regular admission. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks or view skate and swim schedules online at rdn.bc.ca/ recreation Oceanside Place Arena, 830 West Island Hwy, Parksville. 250- 248-3252

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tion, CPR level C, first aid skills for common emergencies and automated external defibrillators (AED). Retraining is recommended every three years. Qualicum Commons, on Saturday and Sunday, February 23rd and 24th from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, cost is $159. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks at 250-2483252 to pre-register. Qualicum Commons, RDN Activity Room 12, 744 Primrose Avenue, Qualicum Commons. 250-248-3252

Red Cross Standard First Aid with AED/CPR

Parksville Lion’s and Save-On-Foods Free Family Skate

9:00am - 5:00pm. Be prepared; get trained with a two day course in first aid and cardiopulmonary (CPR C) skills. Training includes home hazards, accident prevention, safety educa-

12:15pm - 1:45pm. This popular skate session is Sundays, a great way to stay active as a family. Children must be accompanied by an adult, 19yrs+. Pond hockey is not available during this

Winter

session. Oceanside Place Arena on Sundays, February 3, 10, 17, and 24 from 12:15 to 1:45 pm. Free event. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks 250-248-3252 or view skate and swim schedules online at rdn.bc.ca/ recreation. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 West Island Hwy, Parksville. 250- 248-3252

Double the Trouble 7:00pm. Luc and Aidan Wrigley are 14 year old French-Metis and Cree twins who began Fiddling and Jigging at the age of 3. The following year they won gold and silver medals in the Jigging and Fiddling contests at Festival du Voyageur. Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge, #8 464 Island Highway East, Parksville. 250927-4595

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FEBRUARY 14 TO MARCH 3

SECOND CHANCES AN OUTSTANDING SCRIPT AND LYRICS KICKS OFF THE 2019 SEASON FOR ECHO PLAYERS

n original musical powered by an outstanding script and lyrics kicks off the 2019 season for Echo Players and the team bringing it to life is confident that audiences will fall in love with the play which opens on Valentine’s Day. Director Jennifer Kelly said Second Chances has been a labour of love for her and everyone else involved in the production. Based on the book and lyrics by writer David Jewell, Second Chances is a brand new original Canadian production that will be debuted on the stage of the Village Theatre in Qualicum Beach. Set in 1955 in New York City the play within a play follows the tradition of musicals from the golden era. An off Broadway theatre is struggling with only two weeks until the opening night of their production Ole Louisiana. However, the arrival of a mysterious stranger sets in motion a series of unpredictable events. The story was set in motion following a conversation Jewell had with a man who was homeless on the streets of Toronto back in the 1980’s. The idea of an individual dealing with despair and conflicts and difficult situations appealed to the writer in Jewell and he said he hopes the story will resonate with people. “The play itself is not specifically about

homelessness but I do think people can relate to an individual who is dealing with great difficult circumstances and overcoming adversity in life. It is a recurring theme throughout the play with many of the characters. In different levels they are

“THEY ARE GETTING A SECOND OPPORTUNITY IN LIFE WHETHER IT IS RETURNING TO THE BROADWAY STAGE OR REKINDLING AN OLD ROMANCE OR RECONNECTING AND REDISCOVERING ONE’S PASSION” getting a second opportunity in life whether it is returning to the Broadway stage or rekindling an old romance or reconnecting and rediscovering one’s passion,” he stated. Nico Rhodes is the musical collaborator who wrote a huge amount of the plays music and Kelly said both Rhodes and Jewell have created something truly special. She said the play is a captivating story and she is thrilled that it will be premiered at the Village Theatre. “When David first showed me this play it was just

beautiful. I love old musical theatre pieces. Musical theatre has been my passion my whole life and I actually recorded a few songs with Nico and David and a wonderful gentleman named Eric and I just fell in love with the music,” she exclaimed. Jewell admitted it is quite exhilarating to have a story he wrote so long ago finally be brought to life. “To be quite honest there was a point when I didn’t think it was ever going to be on stage. It was almost produced in 2009 and looking back in retrospect it was probably the best thing that ever happened that it wasn’t because I think hopefully as a writer you grow.” He added ten years ago Nico Rhodes was just 19 and was relatively inexperienced as far as doing musical theatre. “He has grown also as a composer. I think as a consequence of having that delay has actually improved the quality of the production,” admitted Jewell. Although Rhodes was unable to participate in the stage production, Kelly said having Patrick Courtin as the musical director and Kathy Harper as the rehearsal pianist has resulted in an impressive collaboration. “While this is the first time to put it on its feet some things you need to change and you need to adapt so to have Cathy there in all of the rehearsals and working through all of that and Patrick through all

of the rehearsals … their knowledge of music and their impact on the process has just made it so exciting,” Kelly emphasized. Choreographer Miranda Atkinson said the musical includes the Broadway dance genre and more. “We have a tongue and cheek dance number where there are cat and mouse elements at the same time there is a number that is called Spark and it is very classic Broadway with all of the hands and the big smiles. There is also a song Yesterdays News which is very reminiscent of a Follies fantasy number where we dance with fans so I would say it embodies that classic Broadway dance style but we do get a lot of fun variation and that’s really awesome.” Second Chances opens February 14 and runs until March 3. MORE INFORMATION

VILLAGE THEATRE 110 West 2nd Avenue, Qualicum Beach Tickets can be purchased now by phone at 250-752-3522 or by info@echoplayers.ca Visit www.echoplayers.ca Story by BRENDA GOUGH

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MON FEB 25 Ravensong Masters Swim Club 7:00am - 8:00am. Come join us for a swim on Mondays and Wednesday as well as Saturdays 7:00am8:00am. Register at any time by contacting c.u.at.the.pool@gmail. com. Ravensong Aquatic Centre, 737 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach.

Ukulele Club 7:00pm - 9:00pm. Always wanted to play an instrument? Try the ukulele! We welcome anyone, with any level of experience or expertise. Just learning? Come on in. Been playing for years? Welcome – we’d love to benefit from your talents. Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge, #8 464 Island Highway East, Parksville.

TUE FEB 26 Mindfulness Circle – The Key to Wellness 2:00pm. Mindfulness is the number one skill for acquiring balance in our life. It acts like an internal guidance system that allows us to be fully present in the moment without judgement, turning negative emotions into positive states of mind. Come and practice this skill so that it becomes a natural positive force in your life. Preregistration required. Cost: $25 (Incl GST). Contact Sha-

ron Thomas (250) 2284330. Pioneer Wellness Centre, 534 Pioneer Crescent, Parksville. 250-2284330

WED FEB 27 Food Sense: Healthy Cooking on a Budget 5:30pm - 8:30pm. Working in partnership with Diabetes Canada, In this six-week program, participants will learn how to cook a variety of different dishes. At the end of each session, the group will share a meal together. One week, the class will go on a field trip to the grocery store where they will learn about how to purchase food affordably. Each member of the class will assist in the making of a meal each week, it is important to attend every session. To register, contact Kristine Stephenson at stephenson@live. ca or 250-927-3985. Coombs Fair Grounds/ Arrowsmith Hall, 1014 Ford Rd., Coombs.

The Caregiver Wellness Circle 10:00am. Attending to

the important needs of your ‘caree’ can both be rewarding AND exhausting. As a caregiver, you sacrifice your own wellbeing for that of your loved ones. Plus it’s difficult to find moments to reflect on what YOU need and want. Each month, meet with other caregivers in our Caregiver Wellness Circle. Share a story, exchange ideas, learn new tools and strategies and discover resources for your caregiving journey. Women and men welcome. Preregistration required. Contact Saskia Jennings. Pioneer Wellness Centre, #1 - 534 Pioneer Crescent, Parksville. 647-528-2037

THU FEB 28 Soupy Cafe 12:00pm - 1:00pm. Looking for a place to meet up with your neighbours, enjoy a good soup and coffee, play some games, or learn a craft? Open and ready for the neighbourhood to socialize on the last Thursday of the Month. Enjoy hot soups and home cooked meals. Lunch by donation. Lighthouse Community Centre, 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Beach. 250- 757-9711

FREE Dementia Education DVD Session 2:00pm. ODETT is a non profit group of volunteers presenting DVDs on different aspects of caring for people with

Dementia. The DVDs are a selection of movies, short clips and professionals:Jolene Brackey and Teepa Snow sharing their experience on different aspects of the disease. The sessions are on the 4th Thursday of each month except July and December from 2 – 4. Register: odett.is@gmail.com! Please include “Register for DVD” in the subject and your name and phone number in the body of the email, or phone The Gardens by calling 250-752-2818 ext 0. The Gardens Media Room, 650 Berwick Rd N, Qualicum Beach.

Youth Open Mic 6:00pm - 8:30pm. this once a month event is Hosted by two exceptional youth, Lily Fanyeck and Ryan Palm. Open to youth performers under 21 years old. This is an all ages show! $5 admission at door (performers free) doors open at 5:30. Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge, #8 464 Island Highway East, Parksville.

Arrowsmith Naturalists monthly meeting 7:00pm. Speaker: Pat Herzog, Wildlife Biologist and author of “From the Mist. A Life restored by Nature”. Diagnosed with Leukaemia covers his experience and the healing powers of Nature. St Edmund’s Anglican Church, 407 Wembley Road, Parksville. 250-757-2328

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He turned to the crowd of guests and said, "Will those who are from the bride's side of the family stand up please?" About twenty people stood. Then he asked, "Will those who are from the groom's side of the family stand up as well?" About twenty five people stood up. Then he smiled and said, "Will all those who stood please leave, this is a birthday party."

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8:00pm. Errington Hall, Errington. 250- 2485106

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FRI FEB 1

Don Alder

SAT FEB 9

7:00pm. (MAC), Parksville. 250-752-5533

Black & Gogol

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7:00pm. Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge, Parksville. 250-927-4595

7:00pm. Knox United Church, Parksville. 250248-3927 SAT FEB 2

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Xtreme Karaoke 9:00pm. Rod & Gun, Parksville. 250-248-6511 THU FEB 7

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KSS Jazz Extravagana 2019 6:00pm. Civic Centre,

Xtreme Karaoke 9:00pm. Rod & Gun, Parksville. 250-248-6511 THU FEB 14

Elysia Biro and Friends

SAT FEB 16

David Essig Country Blues Master 7:00pm. Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge, Parksville. 250-927-4595 SUN FEB 17

Robbie Hancock 7:00pm. Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge, Parksville. 250-927-4595 TUE FEB 19

Xtreme Karaoke 9:00pm. Rod & Gun, Parksville. 250-248-6511 WED FEB 20

Marc Atkinson Trio GZAL Jazz Series #3

5:00pm. Quality Resort Bayside, Parksville. 250248-8333

7:00pm. Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge, Parksville. 250-927-4595

Open Mic

7:00pm. Rod & Gun, Parksville. 250-248-6511

FRI FEB 15

THU FEB 21

Open Mic Night

Elysia Biro

7:00pm. Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge, Parksville. 250-927-4595

5:30pm. Quality Resort Bayside, Parksville. 250248-8333

FRI FEB 22

WiL with Keith Gallant 7:00pm. Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge, Parksville. 250-927-4595

A Night at the Palace 8:00pm. Errington Hall, Errington. 250- 2485106 SUN FEB 24

Double the Trouble 7:00pm. Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge, Parksville. 250-927-4595

Xtreme Karaoke 9:00pm. Rod & Gun, Parksville. 250-248-6511 THU FEB 28

Elysia Biro 5:30pm. Quality Resort Bayside, Parksville. 250248-8333

Youth Open Mic 6:00pm. Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge, Parksville. 250-927-4595

Open Mic 7:00pm. Rod & Gun, Parksville. 250-248-6511

EVERY WEEK EVERY MONDAY TOPS 4248 Parksville 8:45am. Our Savior Lutheran Church, Parksville. 250-752-5344

TIC TAC

9:00am. SOS Centre, Qualicum. 250-752-2040

Fit Pilates 9:15am. Body Wellness, Parksville. 250-228-1002

Bellyfit for Women 55+ 9:30am. Commons QB. charlottecrowley@shaw.ca

Gentle Hatha Yoga 9:30am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

Members Yoga

9:30am. Qualicum Seniors Centre. 250-752-0420

Members Yoga

11:00am. Qualicum Seniors Centre. 250-752-0420

Balance Class

12:00pm. Fluid Fitness, Parksville. 250-927-4595

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

Carpet Bowling

12:45pm. Civic Centre, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-7414

Bingo

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

Rotary Club of QB

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

Badminton

6:30pm. Christian Fellowship Centre, Qualicum.

Level 1 Yoga 6:30pm. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

Meditation & Relaxtion 7:00pm. Penny's Yoga, Parksville. 250-240-3569

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EVERY TUESDAY

Badminton / Ping Pong

Socrates Cafe

7:00pm. Lighthouse Hall, Qualicum Bay. 250-757-8307

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

Cribbage

Yoga at Eaglecrest

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

Bridge

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

Snooker

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

Arbutus Toastmasters

7:00pm. Parksville Community Centre. 250-248-1926

EVERY TUESDAY Qualicum Sunrise Rotary 7:00am. Rotary House, Qualicum Beach.

Drop In Yoga 8:00am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

Better Body's Fitness

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

TIC TAC

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

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Woodcarving 9:15am. Qualicum Elementary. 250-951-3001

Fun Bridge

9:15am. Qualicum Seniors Centre. 250-752-0420

Level 1 Yoga 9:30am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

Music Time

10:00am. Family Place, Parksville. 250-947-8252

TOPS Little Qualicum

10:00am. Qualicum Beach Civic Centre 250-752-1275

10:30am. 250-951-2538 charlottecrowley@shaw.ca

Better Body's Fitness

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

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

Intro Yoga 11:30am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

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1:00pm. Qualicum Beach Commons. 250-947-8252

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

Ladies Pool

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

School Night Out

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

Level 1/2 Yoga 4:30pm. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

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EVERY TUESDAY TOPS Dashwood

6:30pm. Community Hall, Little Qualicum. 250-752-1275

EVERY WEDNESDAY Early Bird All Levels Yoga 8:30am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

Early Learners on the Move

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

Fit Pilates 9:15am. Body Wellness, Parksville. 250-228-1002

Bellyfit for Women 55+ 9:30am. Commons QB. charlottecrowley@shaw.ca

Painters Group

10:00am. McMillan Arts Centre, Parksville. 250-248-8185

Sole Sisters Walking

10:00am. Various Locations. 250-248-8515

Chair Yoga 10:00am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

Members Yoga

11:15am. Qualicum Seniors Centre. 250-752-0420

Rainbow Stew Cloggers 12:00pm. QB Community Hall. 250-468-7478

5:30pm. Arrowsmith Elementary, Qualicum. 250-650-5451

Carpet Bowling

Youth Drop-In Basketball 11-15

Oceanside Floor Curling

6:00pm. Coombs Fairground Gymnasium. 250-927-3985

Cardio Pilates 6:00pm. Body Wellness, Parksville. 250-228-1002

Intro Yoga 6:30pm. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

12:45pm. Civic Centre, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-7414 1:00pm. Arrowsmith Hall, Coombs. 250-586-8323

Singing in French

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

Yoga Philosophy 2:30pm. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

Belly Dance Fitness 3:00pm. Navel Academy

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EVERY THURSDAY Yoga at Eaglecrest

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9:00am. 250-951-2538 charlottecrowley@shaw.ca

6:00pm. Qualicum Beach. 250-752-3750

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

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3:30am. SOS Centre, Qualicum. 250-248-2093

Weight Watchers

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

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6:00pm. Qualicum Beach. 250-752-3750

TOPS Parksville

6:30pm. Seniors Centre, Parksville. 250-248-5295

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

Pilates 6:30pm. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

Mt. Arrowsmith Pipe Band Practice 6:45pm. Arbutus Grove Church, Parksville.

Zumba Senato

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

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

Scottish Country Dance 7pm Community Hall, Qualicum. 250 738 1555

EVERY THURSDAY Dance Aerobics

8:45am. Qualicum Seniors Centre. 250-752-0420

9:30am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

7:00pm. Coombs Fairground Gymnasium. 250-927-3985

Yoga at Eaglecrest

Ladies Pool

10:30am. 250-951-2538 charlottecrowley@shaw.ca

Better Body's Fitness

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

Drop in Bridge

12:30pm. Qualicum Seniors Centre. 250-752-0420

Mexican Dominos

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

Carpet Bowling

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

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1:15pm. Civic Centre, Qualicum Beach. 250-248-6402

ESL Conversation Group 1:30pm. Career Centre, Parksville 250-248-3205x243

Belly Dance Fitness 3:00pm. Navel Academy Studio, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-3750

Teen Nite

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

Rainbow Stew Cloggers 5:00pm. Nanoose Place. 250-468-7478

Yoga Core Strength 5:15pm. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-654-2273

Thursday Night Bingo

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

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

Old Time Fiddlers 7:30pm. Rotary House, Qualicum Beach. 250-586-2177

EVERY FRIDAY All Levels Yoga 8:30am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

TIC TAC

9:00am. SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-752-2040

TOPS Nanoose Bay 9:00am. Nanoose Place. 250-586-5495

Weight Watchers

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

Pilates 9:15am. Body Wellness, Parksville. 250-228-1002

50+ All Levels Yoga 10:30am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

Stroke Recovery

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

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

Chair Yoga 1:00pm. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

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

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

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

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

EVERY SATURDAY QB Farmers Market 8:30am. Veterans Way, Qualicum Beach. 250-240-1233

Pilates 9:15am. Body Wellness, Parksville. 250-228-1002

Level 1 Yoga 10:00am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

Men's Pool 11:00am. Legion #49, Parksville. 250-248-5633

EVERY SUNDAY Family Swim 10:00am. Ravensong Pool, Qualicum. 250-752-5014

Members Only Darts

Mid-Island Market

9:00am. Qualicum Seniors Centre. 250-752-0420

1:00pm. Parksville Museum, Parksville.

Chair Yoga

Bingo

1:00pm. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

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

Oceanside Floor Curling

Ballroom/Latin Classes

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

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

LOCAL DINING Cafes, Coffee Shops & More A Step Above Cafe 250-752-9281 Awakening Cafe 250-752-3553 Bailey’s in the Village 250-752-7584 BoMé Cheese 250-586-2663 Bradley’s on Jensen 250-954-2085 Bread & Honey Food Co. 250-586-1021 Cafe Brie & Tea Room 250-594-2526 Cha Cha Java 250-248-4225 Cedar Sky Foods 250-248-5663 Cockney Pride 250-752-6322 Coombs Emporium Cafe 250-248-5895 Coombs Ice Cream 250-248-6272 Courtyard Cafe & Patio 250-752-4152

Island Drive In 250-752-3663

einberg’s Good Food 250-335-1534

Island SodaWorks 250-203-1072

Whiskey Creek Ice Cream 250-752-9261

Karma Coffee House 250-248-7312

Wild Culture Artisan Bakery 250-752-0077

Little Qualicum Cheeseworks 250-954-3931 Log Cabin Ice Cream 250-248-2868 Milner House Tea Room 250-752-6153

Casual / Family A&W Restaurant 250-248-2040 Aioli Seafood Restaurant 250-954-1010

Pacific Brimm 250-248-3336

Bayside Bistro & Lounge Quality Inn 250-248-8333

Perks Coffee Bar 250-468-9921

Benz Lounge, Patio & Bistro 250-468-9915

Qualicum Beach Bakery 250-752-6143 Riptide Lagoon 250-248-8290 Riverside Resort Ice Cream 250-752-9544 Sandbar Cafe & Art Gallery 778-424-9892 Sandcastle Bakery 250-248-9111 Serious Coffee 250-586-0188 Ship & Shore Cafe 250-757-8399

Black Bird Schnitzel Haus 250-752-8500 Boston Pizza 250-947-9400 Bugaboo Burgers 250-338-3568 Coombs Market Restaurant 250-248-6272 Dairy Queen Parksville 250-248-3433 Lefty's Fresh Food, Parksville 250-954-3886

Silly-Yak Bakery 250-752-8697

Lefty's Fresh Food, Qualicum 250-752-7530 Gary's Bistro 250-752-5800

Starbucks Coffee 250-248-9720

Final Approach Restaurant 250-752-8966

Stellario’s Italian Caffe 250-954-0255

Fish Tales Cafe 250-752-6053

Taste Cafe & Bistro 250-586-8676

McDonald’s 250-248-8885

Frosteez 250-752-9281

The Brew Coffee House 250-757-9565

Micky J's Bar & Grill 250-752-9727

HeBrews Cafe 250-954-3343

Tim Hortons 250-248-0094

Morningstar Golf 800-567-1320

Creekmore’s Coffee 250-752-0158 Farmhouse Cafe 250-248-5519 French Creek Bakery 250-248-2080 French Press Cafe 250-752-0021

White Elephant Thai Cuisine 31 250-586-6611

Pheasant’s Nest Restaurant 250-752-0117

Chameleons 250-586-5500

Realm Food Co. 250-586-1158

China Garden Restaurant 250-954-2202

Smitty’s Restaurant 250-248-2432

Cuckoo Trattoria & Pizzeria 250-248-6280

Domino’s Pizza 250-248-9296

Subway Restaurants 250-954-1947 • 250-951-9826

Cview Restaurant & Lounge 250-752-6914

Nickolini’s Pizza 250-757-9996

Taqueria 250-248-6272

Giovanni’s Ristorante 250-752-6693

Oceanside Pizza Palace 250-954-3677

Talons Restaurant & Lounge 250-752-6311

Henry’s Kitchen Restaurant 250-757-8288

Tidal Taco Shack 250-240-2855

Kalvas Restaurant 250-248-6933

Top Spot Diner 250-248-4009

Mekong River Restaurant 250-586-8000

Traditional Texas BBQ 250-951-6445

Nemo Sushi 250-586-1212

Trees Restaurant & Bakery 250-586-2226

New Canton Restaurant 250-752-2198

Triple O’s 250-468-1777

Pacific Prime Restaurant 250-947-2109

Pizza Hut 250-248-8130

Wild Boar Bistro 250-248-0439

Qualicum Sushi 250-752-5199

Poppa’s Pizza 250-248-9121

Yorky’s Fish’n Chips 250-954-1197

Saigon Garden 250-248-5667

Thalassa Restaurant & Lounge 250-752-9727

Sam’s Sushi 250-954-0572

Pizza

Panago Pizza 310-0001 Salt Pizzeria 250-586-2121 Pizza Connection 250-951-2112 Pizza Fresh 250-586-2013

Pub Style Black Goose Inn 250-586-1001

Samurai Sushi & Teriyaki 250-951-0752

French Creek Marine Pub 250-248-3713

Amrikko’s Indian Grill 250-951-0682

Smoke 'N Water Restaurant 250-947-2109

Crown & Anchor Pub 250-757-9444

Bamboo Garden 250-248-3323

Sushi Deco 250-586-3290

Bangkok Thai Restaurant 250-248-4860

Sushi Hama 250-594-9961

Bavarian Sausage House 250-248-0439

Sushi Ichi 250-954-2020

Bistro 694 250-752-0301

Sushi Sakura Japan 250-203-1072

British Bobby Restaurant 250-954-3232

Tan’s Kitchen 250-586-8828

Butlers at the Mansion 250-752-5776

Treetop Tapas & Grill 250-248-2072

Rod & Gun 250-248-6511

Cedars Restaurant & Lounge 250-248-2333

Smile Thai Cuisine 250-752-7148

Sunset Lanes Sports Lounge 250-248-6411

International / Fine Dining

Deez Bar & Grill 250-752-8055 Fanny Bay Inn 250-335-2323 The Shady Restaurant & Pub 250-752-9111 Rocking Horse Pub 250-468-1735