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North Pole 2 for 1 Skate w/ Free Santa Pics: (all ages) Strathcona Gardens, 1:30-4:30pm. Santa there 3-4pm. Get photos taken & emailed to you before xmas. 250.287.9234

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What Prime Minister was known as the “Iron Maiden”?

What number did Mark 2 Messier wears while with the Canucks?

Harry Manx: Herons (Quadra Is.) Highly acclaimed award winning musician. $69/p includes gourmet dinner. 250.285.3322 Enchanted Forest: Companies sponsor & decorate a tree. The tree, it’s gifts & decorations are then auctioned off! A fav amongst participating sponsors, with each “team” trying to out-decorate the other! Proceeds go to CR Hospital Foundation. Alana, 250.850.2418 Woofy’s Pet Photos with Santa: Willow Point Woofy’s.

Free! Donations are appreciated. Last year raised over $1500 to help support SPCA, Cat Advocates & the Food Bank.

Pet Photo’s with Santa: CR Pet Ctr, 10am. Proceeds to CR SPCA. Pet ctr. is donating prizes. 250.286.0077 James Pottery Annual Christmas Sale: (Sat&Sun) 120 Joyce Rd, Quadra Is. 11am-4pm. 250.285.3101 Ladies Auxiliary Craft & Bake Sale: Quadra Legion, 10am.

Winter Traditions Around the World: CR Museum, 1-4pm. Crafts, decorations, baking, stories & history, pictures, figurines, costumes & more.

What brand of car did 4 Chrysler recently stop manufacturing? company makes 5 What Cheerios?

Which of Santa’s reindeer was famous for asking 3 Who the question “What’s up doc?” 6 is named starting with B?

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Live Band ‘Brenda Hanson’: Quinsam Hotel, 286.9811 Garden Lights & Santa’s Barn: Kitty Coleman Woodland Garden, All December, 5-9pm.

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Live Performer, ‘Helen Austin’: Willie’s Café, 7:30pm. V.I. Award winning folk singer. 250.923.4886.

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Bird of Paradise Wedding Centre & Flowers

Santa Arrives: CR Common, 11:30am. Visit santa & his reindeer. Photos by Lisa Peterson.

Fair Trade Global Craft Fair: Timberline School Gym, 10am-4pm. Shop for unique gifts at vendors while supporting fair trade & environmentally sustainable projects. Brenda, 250.287.8198.

Angel Tree: Café Aroma (Quadra Is.) Pick angel from tree & replace with gift till Dec 10th. 285.2404.

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Sunday DEC SCR Storm vs. Peninsula Panthers: 4pm.

Custom Gift Baskets Fruit, Gourmet, Gifts

CR Hockey Skills Competition: (all ages) Strathcona Gardens, 3-5:30pm. Hockey challengers with goofy prizes. 250.287.9234 Emotional Freedom Technique Workshop w/ Alice Grange: Ctr for Spiritual Living @ Willow Point Hall, 1pm. 250.850.3064.

Winterfest Parade “Babes in Toyland”: Downtown, 11am-12pm. Santa & his elves, Rudolf, Frosty & Grinch will be there too! After parade head to Spirit Square for post-parade celebration from 12-1pm.Thrifty Foods will have hot chocolate & goodies. Kealy 250.203.1880

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Pet Portraits: Hosted by Picture Me Perfect Studio. Nicole, 250.202.7403.

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Christmas Craft Fair: Maritime Heritage Ctr, 10am3:30pm. Kids free, Adults $1. Jim 250.203.1399

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2nd Annual Reindeer Run: Rotary Beach Park & Seawalk, 10am. 5, 3 or 1km walk/run. Support Salvation Army Food Fund. For everyone from serious runners to recreational walkers, families & pets.

Snacks & healthy hot chocolate provided by healthy way. Enter costume contest! $20. 250.286.1364 James Pottery Annual Christmas Sale: See 1st.

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5 Crib Luncheon & Bake Sale: Eagles Hall, 11:45am. Crib @ 1pm plus cash & door prizes. Tix $10 at Eagles Lounge.

World Hoop Day: Raise money for poor children around the world to own & learn to use hula hoops. Draw prizes, local performers, snacks, water, merchandise, hula hoops 4 rent & purchase. @Quinsam Hall, 6-10pm. Jenny, 250.203.4688.

Monday DEC

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Open House St. Ann’s Block Upgrade Project: Tidemark Theatre, 3-7pm. Learn about planned upgrades to St. Ann’s block area of downtown. Members of engineering & design teams, plus city staff on hand to share project info, answer questions & gather input from residents & business owners. 250.286.5778

Tuesday DEC

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Visit us for a great selection of cozy housecoats, pullovers, cardigans, scarves, and other holiday looks that you’ll love to give and to wear this Christmas.

Ecole Willow Point Christmas Expo: Ecole Willow Point School Gym, 5-8pm. Christmas Shopping, photos w/ Santa, bake sale supporting PAC & purchase of new playground. Door & raffle prizes. 250.926.9181

Wednesday DEC

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CR Garden Club: CR Baptist Ch. North Side 923.0578

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SCR Storm vs. Nanaimo Buccaneers: 7:15pm.

CR Genealogy Society Potluck: Rotary Hall @ Maritime Heritage Ctr. Pat, 250.286.8042.

Kayak Polo (16yrs+): Strathcona Gardens Pool.

7-9pm. $10/p. Bring your kayak. Pre-reg. 250.287.9234

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Quadra’s Lighted Christmas Parade: 6:30pm. Starts at No.1 Fire Hall, down Cape Mudge, by Quadra School & finishing at Fire Hall. Hot chocolates & treats after at Fire Hall. 285.3928.

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SCR Storm vs. Nanaimo Buccaneers: 7:30pm.

Baby Sitter on Skates: (5-10yrs) Strathcona Gardens, 6-11pm. Kids do skating, games, face painting, arts & crafts, snacks & wind down to movie. Pre-reg. 250.287.9234 Live Band ‘Remedy’: Quinsam Hotel, 286.9811 Mt. Washington Open Today: Wooooo!

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Coval Choristers Christmas Pageant: The Old Church Theatre. 250.334.2992

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John Reynolds Performing: Riptide 8pm, 830.0044 Live Band ‘Remedy’: Quinsam Hotel, 286.9811 Santa’s Barn: (8,9,15, 16, 22, 23rd) Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens, 11am-4pm. Visits with Santa. 250.338.6901 Mt. Cain Opens Today: Yay!!! (Weather Permitting) Reindeer Run: Meet @ Rotary Beach Park, 10am.

Run or walk along seawalk for Salvation Army.

5km, 3km, or 1km kids run. Jayne 250.286.1364

Outdoor Equipment Snowshoes, Backpacks, Tents, Sleeping Bags, Accessories

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Coval Choristers Christmas Pageant: The Old Church Theatre. 250.334.2992 Christmas Craft Fair: BCCA, 10am-2pm. 250.337.5190 Open Hearts, Open Voices: A Swingin’ Christmas Evening: Heron’s, Heriot Bay Inn, 6pm. Music & fun ft. Wire Choir & local entertainers. Includes classic turkey dinner buffet. 250.285.3322 Song from Messiah w/ other Xmas Favourites: Tidemark Theatre, 7:15pm. Presented by CR Singers. $18. 250.287.7899 CR SPCA Annual Christmas Bazaar: Merecroft Village old Movie Gallery location. Crafts, fictional pocket books, re-gifting items, baking & silent auction.

Christmas Bazaar: Thunderbird Hall, 10am3pm. Hosted by CRIB Elders. Concession, toonie table, live music, cut-a-thon, crafts, vendors & games. Kara, 250.202.0115.

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Sunday DEC Santa’s Barn: See 8th.

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Not Just Another Christmas Concert!: Carihi Multi-purpose Rm, 2pm. CR Community Band presents afternoon of familiar & lesser known music for the holiday season. + Refreshments.

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Christmas Craft Fair: Maritime Heritage Ctr, 10am3:30pm. Kids free, Adults $1. Jim 250.203.1399 Coval Choristers Christmas Pageant: The Old Church Theatre. 250.334.2992

Monday DEC

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CR Drum Circle: All hand drummers & percussionist regardless of tradition & level of experience. Mix Ethnic African, Cuban, Latin, Middle eastern music & more! Join fun experiment in rhythm making.

Bruce, brrecamp@telus.net / 250.923.6858

Wednesday DEC

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2nd Annual Complimentary Traditional Turkey Dinner: Quay West. By donation. Funds raised go to Food Bank. 250.286.9988 CR Heart Support Informal Coffee Meeting: Popsey’s, 10am. Ken, emcrann@shaw.ca CR Celiac Support Group: Sunshine Wellness Ctr, CR Hospital 7pm 923.3638 / 923.4319

Thursday DEC

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Night Ski Starts @ Mt. Washington: Wooooo!

Friday DEC

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SCR Storm vs. Kerry Park Islanders: 7:30pm.

Stuff Your Face Xtreme Teen Swim: (Gr6+) Strathcona Gardens, 7-9pm. Snacks, weird eating challenges, Cheeto Head races & more crazy messy fun.

Be pre-pared to be covered in goo. 250.287.9234 Live Band ‘TBA’: Quinsam Hotel, 286.9811

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8 Family Movie on Ice & Pizza Nite: Strathcona Gardens, 5:15-8pm. Movie rated G or PG. Admission includes 2 Little Caesars Pizza slices & juice box. 250.287.9234 Christmas, A Clause for Celebration: Tidemark Theatre. Fri 7:30pm and Sat 3pm & 7:30pm. Presented by CR DanceXtreme. 250.287.7899

LIVE BANDS Dec 1 BRENDA HANSON Dec 7-8 REMEDY Dec 14-15 TBA Dec 20-21-22 BRENTWOOD BOYZ Dec 28-29 CHARLES WELLS Dec 31 NEW YEARS EVE

with Boondock ft a Champagne toast midnight buffet

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Gem & Mineral Club Meeting: Com. Ctr. Craft Rm, 7:30pm.

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SCR Storm vs. Parksville Ocean Generals: 7:30pm.

Live Blues Performer, ‘Luke Blue Guthrie’: Willie’s Café, 7:30pm. 250.923.4886.

Family Swim Movie & Pizza Nite: Strathcona Gardens, 6-8pm. Movie rated G or PG. Admission includes 2 Little Caesars pizza slices, drink & ice-cream cone. Bring inner tubes to float on. 250.287.9234 Circle of Friends Charity Concert: Param ount, 7pm.

Ft. Victoria sensation ‘Kuba Oms’ & Courtenay hard rockers, ‘Fighting for Yesterday’ Tix $12 Advance, $15 Door @ Paramount, Best Buy Liquor Store & 99.7 The River.

Live Band ‘TBA’: Quinsam Hotel, 286.9811 Santa’s Barn: See 8th.

Good Ol’ Gospel Sing Along: New Location, Christian Life Fellowship, 445 Merecroft Road, 7pm, Country Gospel & traditional gospel music, 250.287.3476 Christmas, A Clause for Celebration: See 14th.

Sunday DEC

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Christmas Craft Fair: Maritime Heritage Ctr, 10am-3:30pm. Kids free, Adults $1. Jim 250.203.1399 SCR Storm vs. Saanich Braves: 4pm.

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9 Santa’s Barn: See 8th.

SCR Storm vs. CV Glacier Kings: 7:30pm.

A Storied Brunch: Herons in Heriot Bay Inn, 10:30am. Fundraising for NISHS (North Island Survivors Healing Society). Local storytellers weave festive tales while you enjoy delectable brunch. Reservations, 250.285.3322.

John Reynolds Performing: Riptide 8pm, 830.0044

Monday DEC

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Seasonal Carol Walks: Kitty Coleman Woodland Garden, 7pm. W/ Cantiamo Chamber Ensemble. 250.338.6901 (17, 21, 22, 23) Live Performance, “Mother Mother”: Tidemark Theatre, 7:30pm. $33. 250.287.7899

Wednesday DEC

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Shake What Ya Mamma Gave Ya!: Paramount Music Hall, Doors 9pm. Dance to best top 40, remixes, hip hop & house ft. Marshall A. & DJ Clinton. $5 Cover. 250.286.1841 Christmas Open House: 908 Island Hwy. 3-5pm.

Claire Trevena, MLA, invites you to drop by for warm conversations & Christmas treats. 250.287.5100

Thursday DEC

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Celebration of Light: Ctr for Spiritual Living, 7pm @ Willow Point Hall, ft. music by Noelle Maffin. Susan, 250.914.4498.

CR Retired Teachers Association - Mistletoe Luncheon: Coast Discovery Inn, 11:30am. All retired school teachers welcome. Stirling 250.923.0744 Live Band ‘Bentwood Boyz’: Quinsam Hotel, 286.9811 Serious Coffee’s Holiday Concert of Hope: 7pm. Night of music & theater shorts. ft. local talent. Including award winning & nationally nominated singer/songwriter Sean Hogan. Proceeds benefit CR Hospice. 250.203.4855

Friday DEC

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Santa Swim: Strathcona Gardens, 12:30-4pm.

Santa arrives 2pm. Fun winter activities & challenges. Free photo w/ Santa. 250.287.9234 Xmas Ice Colouring Contest: (All ages) Strathcona Gardens, 1:30-4:30pm. Paint favourite xmas scene on ice. Paints & felts provided. Prizes for top 3 drawings. Candy canes for all. 250.287.9234 Christmas Carols by ‘Jim Chislom’: Willie’s

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SCR Storm vs. CV Glacier Kings: 7:30pm.

Seasonal Carol Walks: See 17th.

Live Band ‘Bentwood Boyz’: Quinsam Hotel, 286.9811

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Seasonal Carol Walks: See 17th.

Santa’s Barn: See 8th.

Live Band ‘Bentwood Boyz’: Quinsam Hotel, 286.9811

Sunday DEC

Shop early for the best selection of boots, mukluks, moccosins & slippers

Seasonal Carol Walks: See 17th.

Santa’s Barn: See 8th.

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School Break Toonie Swim: Strathcona Gardens, 1-3pm. 250.287.9234 Christmas Eve Service: Mt. Washington, Whisky Jack Rm of Alpine Lodge. 7-8pm. Four Square Church presents non-denominational Christmas Eve service.

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Mountain Kids Ski Camp: Mt. Washington 3 or 5 day skip trip. Skill development through games & exercises. Lunch & afternoon @ Ozone Tube Park included. 1.888.231.1499 Mother Goose (26-31st): Presented by River City Players. Family musical comedy based on children’s folk tale. 250.914.0419

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School Break Toonie Swim: Strathcona Gardens, 1-3pm. 250.287.9234 Island Focus: CR Photo Club, Sportsplex, 7pm Grant Jones 250.923.4792 Mother Goose: A Christmas Pantomime: (27th31st) Tidemark Theatre, 7:30pm. Presented by River City Players. $18. 250.287.7899

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School Break Toonie Swim: Strathcona Gardens, 1-3pm. 250.287.9234 Live Band ‘Charlie Wells’: Quinsam Hotel, 286.9811 Mother Goose: A Christmas Pantomime: See 27th.

Gem & Mineral Club Meeting: Com. Ctr. Craft Rm, 7:30pm.

Saturday DEC

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Live Band ‘Charlie Wells’: Quinsam Hotel, 286.9811 Mother Goose: A Christmas Pantomime: See 27th.

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Mother Goose: A Christmas Pantomime: See 27th.

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NYE Celebration - Free Family Swim & Skate: Strathcona Gardens, 5-9pm. Pond hockey, ice/water games & challenges, kids craft, fitness classes, face painting & tatoos, live entertainment, FREE healthy snacks. 250.287.9234 NYE Bash @ Paramount: Ft. DJ Robbie Rob & DJ Just Rob Tix $10, includes free snack & Champagne at midnight. 250.286.1841 School Break Toonie Swim: Strathcona Gardens, 1-3pm. 250.287.9234 NYE with Boondock: Quinsam Hotel, ft. Champagne toast & midnight buffet. 286.9811 NYE BIG Celebration: Royal Coachman. ft. Doug Folkins & His 3-Piece Band, live entertainment, beautiful christmas platters, draw for 2 to Mexico, party favours. Reservations, 250.286.0231.

NYE Celebrations @ Mt. Washington: Performace by Bobs & Lolo in Whiskey Jack room, Ozone Tube Park party & live music by The Steadies in Fat Teddy’s Bar & Grill! 250.338.1386

NYE in Heron’s: @ Heriot Bay Inn. Ft. local rock-reggae band, “Big Mouth”. Sparkle, glitter & glowing hearts on the dance floor. $10 cover. 250.285.3322.

Mother Goose: A Christmas Pantomime: See 27th.

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Polar Bear Swim: Saratoga Beach. Register 11am outside Fisherman’s Lodge Pub. Arrive early for parking. Swim @ 12pm.

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It may sound like an idea from a science fiction story set in the future, but that kind of technology is being built into cars right now. Nissan cars are now being fitted with technology that helps control steering, creating cars that can virtually never cause an accident. Anti-crash technology is becoming the ideal for cars in order to create safer driving experiences.

The 2013 Nissan Pathfinder!

The 2013 Nissan Pathfi nder delivers the best fuel economy in its class – 7.7L/100km highway 10.5L/100km city.1 That’s 25% better fuel efficiency than our previous model.2 Yet it still fl exes plenty of muscle with best in class standard towing and the highest standard tow rating.3 The new Pathfinder also offers unmatched comfort and convenience through its best in class passenger and cargo volume4 and the Nissan-exclusive EZ FlexTM seating system.5 2700 North Island Highway, Campbell River 250-287-7272

I’m buying one!

Legal: 1 Ward’s Large Cross/Utility segment. ’13 Pathfinder vs. ’12 and ‘13 competitors. 2013 Pathfinder 2WD EPA fuel economy estimate 10.5 city and 7.7 highway L/100 km. Actual mileage will vary with driving conditions – use for comparison purposes only. 2 MY13 EPA estimate of 22 mpg/city compared to MY12 EPA estimate of 14 mpg/city. Actual mileage will vary with driving conditions - use for comparison only 3 Ward’s Large Cross/Utility Market Segmentation. MY13 Pathfinder vs. 2012 Large Cross/Utility/Class. 4 Ward’s Large Cross/Utility Market Segmentation. MY13 Pathfinder vs. 2012 Large Cross/Utility Class. 5 Slide function forward should not be performed with the CRS occupied.

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Toyota Among Top 10 ‘Best Global Brands’ for 2012 Toyota once again ranked the highest of automotive brands and number 10 among all brands on interbrand’s 2012 Best Global Brands list. Topping the 13th annual 100 Best Global Brands report was Coca-Cola, followed by Apple, IBM, Google and Microsoft.

In automotive Toyota was followed by Mercedes Benz, BMW and Honda.

Automotive brands are becoming more attuned to the emotional connection consumers have with their cars. The ranking is based on examination of financial performance, the influence it has on consumers choice and the strength to command a premium price.

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Family Dining 4 Dairy Queen & Orange Julius 250-287-2227 4 1262-16th Avenue

Quay West Ocean Front

Pub Style Quinsam Hotel Bar

4 1500 N. Island Hwy

Royal Coachman

4 84 Dogwood St

Salmon Point Pub

4 2158 Salmon Point Rd

4 912 Island Hwy

Misty Fins Eatery & Lounge

250-287-7127 250-286-0231 250-923-7272 250-923-8311

MVP Pub & Restaurant

4 Merecroft Vlg. Dogwood Rd 250-286-4944

Riptide Marine Pub

4 Discovery Mall Isl Hwy

250-830-0044

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250-287-4320

4 1121 Cedar Street 4 238 South Island Hwy

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Ricky's Grill

4 811 13th Avenue

250-286-3448

East Coast Donair

4 Bus Depot 13th Ave

778-346-1000

Comfort Zone Foods

250-923-3973

Captain Billy's Fish & Chips

250-287-8100

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4 969 Alder St by Scotia

Willie's Cafe

Willows Neighbourhood Pub

4 521 Rockland Rd.

250-286-9988

ANNUAL DONATION DINNER

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MIKI’S SESAME sushi The very best sushi in town!

OPEN 7 DAYS 11:30am - 9pm

250-914-4997 203-871 Island Hwy, Campbell River Joeys Only Seafood

250-287-4482

Popsey's

250.286.4828

Dukes Grill & Pizza

250-286-6650

McDonalds 3 locations all on 16th Ave A&W Merecroft Village & Discovery Mall 10th Avenue Café

250.286-1916

Moxies

250-830-1500

Ideal Cafe

250-287-9055

White Spot

250-287-9350

Tim Hortons

250-286-3400

Wendy's Restaurant

250-286-4777

Quinsam Hotel & Cafe

250-287-7127

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For the holidays and every day.

Available in any denomination.

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250-286-1102

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Pizza Bostom Pizza

250-286-6120

Forbidden Zone

778-420-1990

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250-287-7711 250-287-9534 250.722.3838

Café / Lunch Spot Cafe Aroma

250-9239228

4 685 Heriot Bay Rd

250.285.2404

250-286-1177

Stone house Teas

250-286-1231

Mudslingers

250-286-1112

Serious Coffee

250-923-1312

Shot In The Dark

250-287-7414

Baba Gannouj Eatery & Lounge

Cipolines

250-923-4000

Sundance Java Bar

250-923-8827

Miki's Seasonal Sushi

Quench Bistro & Juice Bar

250-286-4974

Gourmet Java

250-286-4625

250-286-0242

Nesbitts Island Coffee

250-287-4887

250-287-2831

Java Shack

250-287-9881

250-914-0909

Booster Juice

250-914-3663

Dominos Ryan's Pizza & Grill

International 4 969 Alder St by Scotia 4 203-871 Island Hwy

Canton Chinese Best Wok Chinese Acropolis Kusina - Greek

250-287-4320 250-914-4997

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MENU

A guide to dining specials and specialities in Campbell River for your eating enjoyment.

Mondays $9 Cheeseburgers: Misty Fin’s, 287.4320 $4 Pints: Misty Fin’s, 287.4320 $5.95 Selected Flavoured Martinis 2oz: Riptide, 830.0044 $13 Pasta: River City Grill, 914.4499. $6.50 House Wine: River City Grill, 914.4499. $4.50 for 10 Wings: After 8pm.

Willow’s Pub, 923.8311

Tuesdays

$3 Molson Canadian Bottles: Paramount Music Hall, 286.1841

$6.50 Tequila Caesars: Riptide, 830.0044 Free Potato Chips: Paramount Music Hall, 287.6221 2 for 1 Steak Dinner: Misty Fin’s, 287.4320 $5 for 7oz Glass House Wine: Misty Fin’s, 287.4320

Thursdays $2.50 House Shots: Paramount Music Hall 286.1841 $4.75 V.I. Micro Brewery Sleeves of Beer: Riptide, 830.0044 35c Wing Nite: Pipers on the Ridge, 250.283.7533 35c Wings: Misty Fin’s, 287.4320 $4 Deep Fried Pickles: Misty Fin’s, 287.4320 $4 Lucky: Misty Fin’s, 287.4320 $4 Draught / $15 Pitcher Sleeve: River City Grill, 914.4499. $4.50 for 10 Wings: After 8pm.

Willow’s Pub, 923.8311

Fridays

$7.25 Buckets of Malibu: Paramount Music Hall 286.1841 $4 Highballs: Misty Fin’s, 287.4320 $10.95 Buy 1 Fish & Chips 2pc, Get 2nd Half Price: Willies Café, Willow Point, 250.923.4886 $3.50 Bottles of Lucky / $5 1oz Cocktails: River City Grill, 914.4499. $19.95 Light / $23.95 Full - Slow Roasted Strip Loin: Quay West 286.9988 Seniors Lunch - 11am CR Common Mall, 914.4401 Seafood Specials: Willow’s Pub, 923.8311

Saturdays

$10 Appy & Draught Beer or Hiball : River City Grill, 914.4499.

$2.50 House Shots: Paramount Music Hall 286.1841

$4.50 for 10 Wings: After 8pm.

Willow’s Pub, 923.8311

Premium Beer for the Price of Domestic: Misty Fin’s, 287.4320

Wednesdays

$3 Molson Canadian Bottles: Paramount Music Hall 286.1841

Free Potato Chips: Paramount Music Hall, 287.8686 2 for 1 Steak (Sirloin or New York): Royal Coachman, 250.286.0231 35c Prawns: Misty Fin’s, 287.4320 $4.50 Dirty Fin or Electric Surfer Cocktail: Misty Fin’s, 287.4320 $5 Import Bottled Beer: River City Grill, 914.4499.

AAA Steak & Fresh prawns: River City Grill, 914.4499. $4.50 for 10 Wings: After 8pm.

Willow’s Pub, 923.8311

$13.88 Danylchuk Perogies: Willies Café, Willow Point, 250.923.4886 $6 Double High Balls & Martini’s: River City Grill, 914.4499. $25.95 Slow Roasted Prime Rib w/ all trimmings, yorkshire too: Heriot Bay Inn 285.3539

Sundays

$22 Primb Rib Buffet Dinner: Royal Coachman, 286.0231

$20 for 4 Sleeman Beers & Nachos: Misty Fin’s, 287.4320 $4.50 Caesars: River City Grill, 914.4499. $25.95 Slow Roasted Prime Rib w/ all trimmings, yorkshire too: Heriot Bay Inn 285.3539 $6.95 Double Caesars: Heriot Bay Inn 285.3539

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Sol Beer $4: Royal Coachman, 250.286.0231

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The 70-year-old George went for his annual physical. All of his tests came back with normal results. Dr. Smith said, “George, everything looks great physically.

How are you doing mentally and emotionally?

Are you at peace with yourself, and do you have a good relationship with your God?” George replied, “God and me are tight. He knows I have poor eyesight, so He’s fixed it so that when I get up in the middle of the night to go to the bathroom, poof! the light goes on when I pee, and then poof! the light goes off when I’m done.”

A little later in the day Dr. Smith called George’s wife. “Thelma,” he said, “George is just fine. Physically he’s great. But I had to call because I’m in awe of his relationship with God. Is it true that he gets up during the night and poof! the light goes on in the bathroom and then poof! the light goes off?”

“Wow,” commented Dr. Smith, “That’s incredible!”

George’s wife exclaimed, “That old fool! He’s peeing in the refrigerator again!”

New Years Eve Celebration

• Spectacular Pub Dinner Specials • Beautiful Christmas Platters • Featuring Doug Folkins 3 Piece Band (also Jan 17) • Live Entertainment • Dancing Party Favours • Enter To Win A Trip To Mexico $10 Entry • Reservations Recommended

84 Dogwood St Campbell River 286-0231

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tips & techniques for your holiday project

Do you have a love - hate relationship with paint? Well, most of us love the look of a freshly painted room, yet few of us truly enjoy the process of painting.

There are simple ways to make the painting process a bit more pleasant.

Prepare -- The painting will be easier if you assemble work tools ahead of time. Set up a tools station (center of the room) with all materials needed.

Move out Furniture -- Move everything out of the room whenever possible or place in center of room and cover with plastic sheeting taped in place.

Remove Hardware --Painting “around” objects can sometimes leave odd circles, paint ridges, and drips. So bring in a couple of screwdrivers or an electric drill and remove knobs, hinges, door handles, switch plates, and outlet covers.

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Prep Work -- Plan a day for prep. Lay drop cloths, patch cracks and holes, and tape off windows, doors, or trim if desired. Cover light fixtures with large plastic bags. The next day can be designated as painting day.

Wall Problems -- Visit a hardware store/ home center for any particular wall issues on your walls. There are many innovative products/ solutions available to fix less than perfect walls. Look for fiberglass tape for plaster cracks, hole patches from door handles.

And sand textures to match repaired sections to existing wall finishes.

Cleaning Up - Invest in a 5 gallon pale and buy yourself a good brush holder that inserts inside your pale. Half fill your pale with water, just your brush bristles should be in the water. With your brushes facing down the paint will run off and there will only be a bit of pigment left on the bristles, just rinse off before use. For rollers, buy a bulk bag of rollers and a some good quality handles and extension sticks. You can also buy lids to cover the rolling tray so your paint won’t dry out for weeks.

Choice of Paint – Remember to choose the right paint for the project. We choose Cloverdale’s Eggshell Latex 03240, ideal for almost every room in your home, a great choice for combining washability/ durability while minimizing the appearance of minor physical surface imperfections.

Some jobs are better left to Professionals Painting is definitely one of them

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Merecroft Village (Corner of Dogwood & Merecroft)

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

Aquatic Events

DECEMBER

Kayak Polo (16+) Bring your river kayak to the pool and play some 5 on 5 Kayak Polo. Thu, Dec. 6 & 20 9 PM-10 PM MUST preregister Stuff your Face (gr. 6 & up) Extreme Teen Swim Snacks, weird eating challenges, Cheeto Head races and other messy fun. Friday, Dec. 14 7 PM-9 PM Little Caesars Family Pizza & Movie Night (All Ages) Float in the leisure pool watching a family movie.

3rd Saturday of the month – Dec. 15 - 6 PM-8 PM Santa Swim (All Ages) Kick off the holiday season with a trip to the pool – Santa arrives at 2 PM. Get your free photo with Santa Saturday, Dec. 22, 12:30 PM-4 PM School Break Toonie Swims (All Ages) Mon – Fri (except STAT holidays) from 1-3 PM Xmas Break - Dec. 24, 27, 28, 31

Family New Year’s Eve Celebration FREE Family Swim & Skate For all ages!

Pond Hockey on the Rod Brind’Amour Arena Public Skating and Ice Games Swimming and Water Games Crazy Challenges in the Pool Area Active Family Games & Kids Craft Station Family Friendly Fitness Classes Face Painting & Tattoos • Live Entertainment FREE Healthy Snacks & the Concession is Open Please bring a helmet and hockey stick from home!

Monday, Dec. 31 5 PM-9 PM

Ice Events

Santa Skate FREE brought to you by Nyrstar Visti the Northe pole on the Leisure ice Dec. 1 Free Skate (including rentals) from 1:30-4:40 PM Free Swim 12:30-4PM Santa Arrives at 3 PM - Free Santa Pictures by the Zamboni. Sponsored by Nyrstar CR Hockey Skills Competition (All Ages) Goofy prizes to the hardest shot, fastest skater, stick handling course and shooting accuracy.

Sunday, Dec. 2 3 PM-5:30 PM Babysitter on Skates (5-10) Games, face painting, doing arts and crafts and making a snack to enjoy while winding down to a movie. pre-register early.

Friday, Dec. 7 - 6 PM-11 PM Family Pizza and Movie Night Enjoy a relaxing skate on the leisure ice watching a family movie. fee includes 2 slices of Little Caesars Pizza and a juice box. Movie 6 PM. Friday, Dec. 14 - 5:15 PM-8 PM Xmas Ice Coloring Contest (All Ages) Paint your favourite Christmas scene or character on the leisure ice. Cool prizes for the top 3 drawings Saturday, Dec. 22 - 1:30 PM-4:30 PM

Strathcona Gardens 250-287-9234 for more information

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Every Week

Every Day

Alcoholics Anonymous Mtg: QCC, 7-9pm. 285.3656 Family Gym: Com. Ctr, 10:30-11:30am, free. 286.1161.

Tuesdays

Garden Lights & Santa’s Barn: Kitty Coleman Woodland Garden, 5-9pm. (All Dec) 250.338.6901 Youth Bouldering: On the Rocks Climbing Gym, Unlimited bouldering w/ shoes & chalk $5. 287.7625

Mondays

Free pool & DJ Tommy G: Paramount Music Hall.

No cover. 286.1841 Drop-in Meditation w/ Lucas Stiefvater: Oceans Resort, 7-8pm. Free, 923.4281 / info@oceanresort.ca

Lotto Games: Quinsam Hotel, 11am-1:30am, 286.9811

Lotto Games: Quinsam Hotel, 11pm-1:30am, 286.9811

Seniors Golf: 65yrs+ Rainbow’s End Golf Course Sayward. 9Holes $10. 282.3222

Dragon Boat Practice: Corilair floatplane dock, 5:45pm, Nancy 923.2438 or dragonriverracer@msn.com

Texas Hold’em: Willows Neighbourhood Pub, 923.8311

Weight Watchers Mtg: Maritime Heritage Ctr, 11am & 6pm, 286.3161

Sportfit: Sportsplex 5:45-7pm 250.923.7911 Square Dance Lessons: CR Eagles, 7:30pm. 1st two lessons free. Chris 923 9492 / Geo 287.9006 / Fred 287.3345 Open Mic: Serious Coffee 6-9pm 923.1312 Crib: CR Legion. Reg 6:30pm, Game 7pm. 250.286.6831

Aikido/Martial Arts: Self defense using locks, pins, throws & immobilizations. Troy 203.3237, campbellriveraikido@yahoo.ca CR Gun Club: Jr 11-17yrs, 7pm Mark 286.1550

Pool & Darts: Eagles Lounge Free everyday 287.4990

CR Runners: Sportsplex, 6pm (Technical workout)crriverrunners@gmail.com

Zumba: Black Creek Com. Hall, 6:15-7:15pm, 337.5190

Evening Energizer: Black Cr Cm. Hall 6:15 337.5190

Poker: Willows Neighbourhood Pub, 7pm 923.8311

Discovery Toastmasters: Rm 1 Com.Ctr. 12-1pm.

Develop public speaking skills. Marlene 287.3352

Dodgeball: Miracle Beach School Gym, 6:307:30pm. BCCA, 250.337.5190.

Air Cadets: CR Airport hanger, 6:30pm, 12-19yrs. 923.1001

Parent & Tots: QCC, 9:30am-12pm.

Zumba w/ Pam: QCC, 6:20am-7:20pm.

Sing 4 Pure Joy: QCC, Rm 3, 3-4:30pm.

Alcoholics Anonymous Mtg: Quadra Children’s Ctr, 7pm. 285.3656

Weight Watchers Mtg: QCC, 6-7pm.

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East Coast Donair Located at Greyhound Bus Depot 13th Ave, Campbell River 778-346-1000

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Parent & Child Drop-in: Laichwiltach, 11am-12:30pm.

Wednesdays

Free pool & DJ Tommy G: Paramount Music Hall. No cover. 286.1841 Live Band: Quinsam Hotel, 8:30pm-1am, 286.9811 Men’s Golf: Rainbow’s End Golf Course Sayward, 6pm All levels, 282.3222 Seniors Day 25% Off: Pipers on the Ridge, 283.7533 ‘Rock On’ Climbing Sessions: On the Rocks Climbing Gym, 6-8pm. 287.7625 VIHA Flu Clinic: St. Pat’s Church Hall, 3-6pm, 850.2110 Jam/Songcircle: Serious Coffee 6:30-9pm 923.1312 CR Toastmasters: Com. Cntr Rm 1, 7-8:30pm.

Overcome shyness, develop confidence, speaking & leadership skills. Chris 923.4162 / chriskoz@shaw.ca Karaoke: Heriot Bay Inn 7:30pm 285.3539 Boxing: Eagles Hall 6-8pm Mike 287.9632 Fitbody Boot Camp: Inside CR Judo Club 450 Merecroft, 5:45/7/9:30am, 204.3845 Wednesday Walkers: Shore Runners, 8-9am.

Bring dogs & stollers. Sylia 286.1364 Run Club: Shore Runners, 5:30-6:30pm, 286.1364.

CR Gun Club: Indoor , 7pm, 2600 Quinsam Rd Al 923.6388

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Tai Chi: Black Creek Com. Hall 7:30-8:30pm, 337.5190 Parents & Babes: QCC, 11am.

Multi-cultural Family Place: Robron Ctr, 6:308pm. 923.4918

Thursdays

Open Mic w/ Trent Noonan: River City Grill, 7pm. 914.4499.

Ladies Nite: Paramount Music Hall, No cover ladies.286.1841 Kayak Polo (16+): Strathcona Gardens, 9-10pm Bring kayak, pre-reg. 287.9234 (1st & 3rd Thu)

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Live Band: Quinsam Hotel, 8:30pm-1am, 286.9811 Around the World Buffet: Royal Coachman, each week a different theme. 286.0231 Open Mic Nite: Café Aroma, 250.285.2404 Island Phoenix Acapella Chorus: 210 Beech St. (beside Best Wok). Rehearses 7-9:30pm. Women’s 4-part harmony. Connie/Sandi, 250.923.0101.

Co-Ed Touch Rugby: Carihi Fields 6:30pm 14yrs+. Erin 202.7642 Dragon Boat Practice: Corilair dock, 5:45pm, Nancy 923.2438 or dragonriverracer@msn.com

Applied restrictions. This offer provides an additional 20% discount on any fast lube competitor’s coupons (Campbell River only) up to a maximum of $10 off an oil change. $15 off radiator flush. Jiffy Lube will match a competitor’s oil change price (advertisement needs to be presented prior to oil change) up to a maximum of $10 off of Jiffy Lube base price. Cannot be combined with any other offer.

975 Ironwood St. 250-286-1723

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Fridays

DJ Robbie Robb Spinning Top 40: Paramount Music Hall. Hip hop, Dance & MORE! 286.1841 Live Band: Quinsam Hotel, 9:30pm-2am, 286.9811

Youth Open Mic: Serious Coffee, 7-9pm (25 & under) 923.1312

Rock n’Bowl: Crystal Lanes Bowling, 9pm-12am 286.1177

Jam Session: Elks Lounge, Hosted by Pat Palmer, 7:30pm 287.4642

‘Rock On’ Climbing Sessions: On the Rocks Climbing Gym, 6-8pm. 287.7625

Stroke Recovery Mtg: 11am-2pm Sportsplex 830.3144

Rock ‘n’Bowl: CR Bowling Centre 9pm-12am 286.1177

Healing Room: Open 11am-1pm & 7-9pm Joy 923.2312

Teen Ctr Family Nite: Comm. Ctr, 7-10:30pm. 286.1161.

Ultimate Frisbee: All-weather field, Sportsplex, 7.30pm. campbellriverultimate.com

Live Music Jam Nite: Jonny’s Bar, 8pm-12am, Local talents 850.1233

8 Ball Pool Tournament: Pier St. Billards, 7pm, 914.1122 psbilliards@shaw.ca

Quadra Is. Farmers Market & Bazaar: Quadra Com. Ctr. Arts, crafts, veggies & more! Michele 285.3747

Badminton: Sportsplex 7:30pm, 287.9827

Unplugged: Guitar/Singing Jam @ Quadra Is. Upper Realm, 7:45pm

Aikido/Martial Arts: Phoenix School 203.3237, campbellriveraikido@yahoo.ca

Live Music: River City Grill, 924.4499

Auction, CR: 1358 Marwalk Cres, 6pm. 287.3939

CR Legion Fun: 7:30pm. Free Bingo, Kerry’s Kerry-Okee, meat & paddle draw 286.4671

Youth Group: Baptist Church, 7pm, 250.287.8831

Family Gym: Sportsplex, 10:30-11:30am, free, 923.7911

Family Floor Hockey: Miracle Beach School Gym, 6-7pm. BCCA, 250.337.5190.

Open Mic Nite: Serious Coffee 7-10pm 923.1312

Parents & Tots: QCC, 10am-12pm.

Social Dance Lessons: Lorraine lgdanceforfun@hotmail.com / 923.5148

Prayer Mtg: Quadra Is. Bible Church, 7pm.

Dinner & Dancing: Eagles Lounge, Meat draw 5pm

Quadra Singers Community Choir: QCC, 6:45pm.

Youth Groups: 12-19yrs, 7:30pm, Christian Life 287.3476

Parents & Child Cultural Drop-in: Laichwiltach, 11am-12:30pm.

Seniors Lunch: 11am CR Common Mall, 914.4401.

Cedar Grove Family Place: Cedar Grove, Multipurpose Rm. 1-3pm.

Ballroom Dancing: Sportsplex, 7-8:30pm. 923.7043

Baby Time: Comm. Ctr. 10-11:30am. 286.1161.

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Gamblers Anonymous: St. Patricks Church, 7pm.

Song Circle Jam: Comm. Ctr, The Lounge, 7-9pm. Brian, maddog13@shaw.ca Toddler Time: Comm. Ctr, 9:30-11:30am, 286.1161.

Family Place: Comm. Ctr. 1-3pm. 286.1161.

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DJ Robbie Rob Top 40: Paramount 286.1841

Live Band: Quinsam Hotel, 9:30pm-2am, 286.9811 Mixed Golf: Rainbow’s End Sayward 8am 282.3222 Men’s Golf: Rainbow’s End Sayward, 8:30am, 1.250.282.3222, www.golfsayward.ca Optishot Golf: Pipers on the Ridge, 283.7533 Rock ‘n’Bowl: CR Bowling Centre 9pm-12am 286.1177

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Christmas supper sing with wine matches that compare and contrast For the flavours. For roast meat with a caramelized edge like turkey, goose, or duck opt for rich red wines such as Pinot Noir, Zinfandel or traditional Claret. White wine works well as a contrast to roast meat, so try a chilled, crisp Sauvingnon Blanc or a delicate buttery Chardonnay.

Room For Dessert? Dessert calls for a change of pace, and that goes for the wine too.

Team traditional Christmas pudding, with wine such as a Muscat or Sauternes

After Dinner Drinks Keep up momentum with a lip-smacking port to have with your cheese board. A Late Bottled Vintage (LBV) or 10-year-old Tawney are both wonderful pairings for strong cheeses Happy Hour Christmas cocktails are a fun way to keep the party going. Hot cocktails such as mulled wine or warm cider punch are both great winter warmers.

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Sunday Karaoke: The Quinsam Hotel 9pm-2am 286.9811 Crib Tournament: Pipers - Gold River 2pm, 283.7533 Primb Rib Buffet: Royal Coachman, 286.0231 Sunday Buffet: Mudslingers, 286.0231 Football Showing: Misty Fin’s, 287.4320 Meditation & Celebration: Ctr for Spiritual Living 10am @ Willow Point Hall. Susan, 914.4498.

Brunch Menus Ala Carte: 10:30-2pm. Quay West 286.9988.

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