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FEB 2-3 - ISLANDS AGRICULTURAL SHOW Join in at the Agricultural show for the latest equipment, growing techniques, and trends in farming through conference sessions and over 60 trade show exhibits.

FEB 2,3,4 - ANYTHING GOES “Boy meets Girl” musical filled with dance, music and laughs. Local talent, local musicians and local directors. Great family entertainment.

FEB 3 - 4 - MAPLE SYRUP FESTIVAL

BC Discovery Forest Museum is host to the Maple Syrup Festival. Participate in tapping demonstrations, mini workshops, live entertainment and train rides. Fun and education for the whole family.

FEB 9 - MAR 10 - ONCE - CHEMAINUS THEATRE FESTIVAL An original modern musical about a singing Irishman and beautiful Czech woman connecting in a search of long-forgotton dreams.

FEB 18 - WEDDING TRADE SHOW Check out the lastest trends at the Ramada Inn’s wedding show. The many vendors will present great ideas for your special day all in one venue.

FEB 23 - MARCH 11 - DINE COWICHAN Fabulous food at fabulous prices. Try new and unique menus items at over 20 participating restaurants in the Cowichan Valley.

FEB 1, THU Cherry Point Artists Weekly Meeting: 9:30am, Cowichan Exhibition Grounds, We meet every Thursday 732-0018. 7380 Trans Canada Highway. For The Love Of Tango: 10:00am, Cowichan Performing Arts Centre, Charlton Bullock: A Dancer and Painter’s View, February 1-28.cowichanpac.ca/event/lovetango 250-748-7529. 2687 James St. Fitness Class - Free “Try It” Week: 10:00am, Kerry Park Rec Centre or Shawnigan Lake Community Centre, Please contact rec centers regarding schedules or view online 1035 Shawnigan Lake-Mill Bay Road. Author Event: Emma Garriott: 12:00pm, Chemainus Library, 250-246-9471. 2592 Legion Street. Cherry Point Artists: 2:15pm, Island Savings Centre, Jan.

House.February 1st, 2nd & 3rd, 250-8155241 cedricksteacoffee.ticketleap.com 1534 Joan Ave.

29 through Feb 15, cowichanvalleyartscouncil.ca 250 746-1633. 2687 James St.

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Drawing For Kids (ages 8-12): 3:30pm, Island Savings Centre, 250-748-7529. 2687 James Street.

Groundhog Day: 12:00am, Groundhog Day in Canada focuses on the concept of a groundhog coming out of its home in mid-winter to predict if spring is on its way in the northern hemisphere.

Canucks vs Blackhawks: 7:00pm Egyptian Beginner Belly Dance (ages 15+): 7:00pm, Upper Centennial Hall, Learn about authentic Egyptian culture and dance while learning body a w a re n e s s , d a n c e posture and stance. cvrd.bc.ca/2400/ Cowichan-LakeRecreation 250-7496742. 309 South Shore Road. Open Mic w/Jesse at Mobys: 7:30pm, Every Thursday. mobyspub.ca. 250537-5559. 124 A Upper Ganges Road. SOULKING A Concert Tribute to Sam Cooke, 8:00pm, The Osborne Bay Pub,Presented by Cedrick’s Tea and Coffee

Movie Release: Winchester: The House that Ghosts Built

2018 Islands Agricultural Show: 8:30am, Cowichan Exhibition Grounds, This year’s theme is “Changing Face of Agriculture” iashow.ca 250-7480822. 7380 Trans Canada Highway. Cowichan Exhibition Pickleball: 10:00am, Pickleball is a game resembling tennis in which players use paddles to hit a perforated plastic ball over the net. 250-7480822. 7380 Trans Canada Highway. Fresh Start Fitness for Seniors: 10:30am, 30 Minute Strength & Stretch Every week. leah.mattin@gmail.

com 250-746-1794. 2375 Koksilah Rd Tastings and Tours at Blue Grouse Winery: 11:00am Our kitchen is open weekends with our “Soup Saturdays”, and “Pierogi Sundays”, bluegrouse.ca/Tasting 250-743-3834. 2182 Lakeside Road. Rec and Roll (612 years of age): 2:45pm, The Hub of Cowichan. Fridays at The HUB are filled with fun and games at our popular afterschool recreation drop-in program. cowichanstation.org 250-746-1794. 2375 Koksilah Rd Meat Draw & Live Music at Duncan Eagles Hall: 4:30pm, 250-701-3921. 2965 Boys Road. Dance Party: 6:00pm, Duncan Showroom Productions, showroomproductions.ca 250-748-7246. 131 Station Street. Youth Rec Room: 6:00pm, Frank Jameson Community Centre & Pool. pool, ping-pong, air hockey, foosball, Wii, learn to make healthy snacks, create art, surf the net, watch TV, listen to music, meet new

A woman awoke excitedly on Valentine’s Day and announced enthusiastically to her husband, “I just dreamt that you gave me a pearl necklace for Valentine’s Day! What do you think it means?” With certainty in his voice, the man said, “You’ll know tonight.” That evening, the man came home with a small package and handed it to his wife. With anxious anticipation the woman quickly opened the package to find a book entitled, “The Meaning of Dreams.”

friends, or get involved in community events. 250-748-6521 or 250-245-6424. 810 6th Avenue.

SOULKING A Concert Tribute to Sam Cooke: The Osborne Bay Pub, 250-8155241

Cowichan Valley Capitals at Nanaimo Clippers: 7:00pm, Frank Crane Arena,

FEB 3, SAT

Indoor RC Flying: 7:00pm, Cowichan Exhibition Grounds, Meet with us every Friday, and fly your remote control plane, helicopter or drone! duncanrc.com/contact.html 250-5970104. 7380 Trans Canada Highway. Live Music at The River Rock: 7:00pm, 250-597-3027. 140 Trans Canada Hwy

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Wildwood Live: 7:30pm, an Outlaw Alt-Country Band from, Alberta. providencefarm. wildapricot.org 250746-4204. 1843 Tzouhalem Rd Anything Goes: 7:30pm, Cowichan Performing Arts Centre, Enjoy a big, bold and Broadway quality show with music, dance, laughs and the age-old tale of Boy Meets Girl. c ow i c h a n p a c . c a / event/anything-goes 250-748-7529. 2687 James St.

2018 Islands Agricultural Show: 8:30am, Cowichan Exhibition Grounds 250-748-0822 Tastings and Tours at Cherry Point Vineyards: 10:00am, In the tasting session, you will experience the full characteristics of each available wine, along with an explanation from one of our staff members and suggested pairings. cherrypointestatewines.com 250 743-1272. 840 Cherry Point Road. 2018 Bigleaf Maple Syrup Festival: 10:00am, BC Forest Discovery Centre, Two days of Maple Syrup fun for the whole family including tapping demos, mini-workshops, live entertainment, syrup competition, green hornet train rides, marketplace, and kids crafts. bcforestdiscoverycentre.com 250-715-1113. 2892 Drinkwater Road.

Duncan Farmers Market: 10:00am, City Hall, Shop for fresh fruits and vegetables, home baking, eggs and dairy products, cheeses and fresh bread, jams, jellies and local honey. Handmade patio furniture, children’s clothing and locally crafted wares. duncanfarmersmarket.ca. Zumba Fitness: 10:30am, The Hub of Cowichan, every week, dance and aerobic elements that incorporate Latin Style music. cowichanstation.org 250-7350770. 2375 Koksilah Rd Tastings and Tours at Blue Grouse Winery: 11:00am, Our kitchen is open weekends with our “Soup Saturdays”, and “Pierogi Sundays”,Bluegrouse. ca 250-743-3834. 2182 Lakeside Road. Meat Draw: 3:00pm, Chemainus Le gion.every Tuesday and Saturday chemainuslegion191.ca 250-246-3133. 9775 Chemainus Road. Meat Draw & Live Music at Duncan Eagles Hall: 3:30pm,bcfoe.com 250-701-3921. 2965 Boys Road

Canucks vs Lightning: 7:00pm Cowichan Valley Capitals vs Victoria Grizzlies: 7:00pm, Island Savings Centre, Va l l ey Seniors Monthly Dance: 7:30pm, Live band, “DOUBLE PLAY” valley-seniors.org 250 746-4433. 198 Government St. Live Enter tainment at Mobys: 7:30pm,Jack Mancor (Folk Rock) 250-5375559. Fanfare: 7:30pm, Riot Brewing Co. Cameron Boyce, solo artist who uses his voice, a violin and a looping machine to create his art. 250 324 7468. 101A 3055 Oak Street Anything Goes: 7:30pm, Cowichan Performing Arts Centre, 250-748-7529. 2687 James St. SOULKING A Concert Tribute to Sam Cooke: 8:00pm, The Osborne Bay Pub,250-815-5241 Live Music at The River Rock: 9:00pm, 250-597-3027. 140 Trans Canada Hwy

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2018 Bigleaf Maple Syrup Festival: 10:00am, BC Forest Discovery Centre 250-715-1113. 2892 Drinkwater Road.

Floatplane RC Meet: 9:30am, Art Man Park Quamichan Lake. Bring your own floatplane,Duncan RC for all your RC fun! Duncanrc.com 250597-0104. 5990 Indian Road.

Jon Miller Quartet: 2:00pm, Pats House of Jazz, Osborne Bay Pub, Hard-hitting and soulful, with an emphasis on swing, groove and blues-infected jazz. 250 3242245. 1534 Joan Ave The Complete Chopin Studies: Antoine Joubert, piano: 2:00pm, St. Michaels Church, 250-7488383 ChemainusClassicalConcerts.ca. 2503247468. 2858 Mill Street. Anything Goes: 2:00pm, Cowichan Performing Arts centre, 250-748-7529. 2687 James St. Sari Alesh: 3:00pm, Duncan Showroom Productions, 250748-7246. 131 Station Street. Meat Draw & Live Music at Duncan Eagles Hall: 3:30pm, Sunday Jam Session from 2-6PM. bcfoe. com 250-701-3921. 2965 Boys Road.

Cowichan Exhibition Pickleball: 10:00am, 250-748-0822. Train Your Own Service Dog: 11:00am, Nanaimo, servicedogtraininginstitute. ca/nanaimo Mens Noon Hour Bible Study: 12:00pm, Every Monday. newlifechurch.ca 250748-6521. 1839 Tzouhalem Rd. Spinnin Vinyl and Board Games: 6:00pm, Duncan Showroom Productions, every Monday showroomproductions.ca 250-7487246. 131 Station Street. Beavers Youth (Ages 5-7): 6:00pm, The Hub of Cowichan, Every Monday evening. Activities include crafts, games, outdoor and other skill training including knots, orienteering, and team building.

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cowichanstation.org 250-746-1794. 2375 Koksilah Rd

from Jan. 29 through Feb.15. 250-7434401. 2687 James St.

Music Bingo at Mobys: 7:30pm, Every Monday. mobyspub.ca 124 A Upper Ganges Road.

Meat Draw: 3:00pm, Chemainus Legion, 250-246-3133.

FEB 6, TUE Maple Bay Painters Art Group: 9:30am,Every Tuesday Cowichan Exhibition Grounds, 250597-1912. Womens Christian Ministry: 9:45am, Every Tuesday. newlifechurch.ca 250748-6521. 1839 Tzouhalem Rd. Canadian Cancer Society Open House (Cowichan Valley Unit): 10:00am, 250746-4134. #103-225 Canada Avenue. Cherry Point Artists: 11:00am, Island Savings Centre, The Cherry Point Artists will have their work on display in the portals

Beaded Bezel Workshop: 4:00pm, Island Gem and Bead Supply Ltd, Taking the peyote stitch one step further, we will show you how to create a beautiful beaded bezel setting using two different sizes of beads.IslandGem.net 250-597-4369. Canucks at Panthers: 4:30pm Hand Crafted Bath Bombs (ages 8+): 6:30pm, Island Savings Centre, Bring your daughters and friends to a fun spa evening where you’ll create your own bath bombs and bath s o a k s . 74 8 -7 5 2 9. 2687 James Street. R u by Tu e s d ay : 7:00pm, Riot Brewing Co., Join host Glenn

and Jetta for a circle jam kitchen party! 250-324-7468. 101A 3055 Oak Street.

Wed.Contact: janicefrueh@hotmail.com 250-746-1794. 2375 Koksilah Rd

wichanpac.ca/event/ anastasia 250-7487529. 2687 James Street.

Trivia Tuesdays at Mobys Pub: 7:30pm, every week 250.537.5559.

Earrings 101 Workshop: 3:30pm, Island Gem and Bead Supply Ltd, Learn how to wrap your own ear wires.islandGem.net. 250-597-4369. 2 378 Trunk Road.

Sweet Love February Tour: 7:30pm, Providence Farm Chapel, cariburdett.com/calendar

Dress Rehearsal Tuesday: 7:30pm, Duncan Showroom Productions, Every week. Another way of saying an ‘open mic’ for those that want to get on stage for the first time,250748-7246. 131 Station Street. FEB 7, WED Cowichan Exhibition Pickleball: 10:00am, 250-748-0822. For The Love Of Tango: 10:00am, Cowichan Performing Arts Centre 250-7487529. 2687 James St. Girl Guides 3:00pm, The Hub of Cowichan, Sparks, Brownies, Guides, Pathfinders, Every

Cowichan Valley Capitals vs Victoria Grizzlies: 7:00pm, Island Savings Centre, 250-748-9930.

Song Jam at Mobys Pub: 7:30pm, 250.537.5559. 124 A Upper Ganges Road FEB 8, THU Tastings and Tours at Cherry Point

Vineyards: 10:00am, cherrypointestatewines.com 250 7431272. 840 Cherry Point Road. Kumihimo Flat Wire Brad Workshop: 3:30pm, Island Gem and Bead Supply Ltd, IslandGem.net 250597-4369. 2 - 378 Trunk Road. Canucks at Lightning: 4:30pm Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: 6:30pm,

parentsupportbc.ca 250.468.9658 Open Mic w/Jesse at Mobys: 7:30pm, 250-537-5559. 124 A Upper Ganges Road . FEB 9, FRI Rec and Roll (612 years of age): 2:45pm, The Hub of Cowichan 250-7461794. 2375 Koksilah Rd Valentines Earrings Workshop: 4:00pm, Island Gem and Bead Supply Ltd, Make a

special pair of earrings for Valentines! IslandGem.net 250597-4369. 2 - 378 Trunk Road. Canucks at Hurricanes: 4:30pm, Meat Draw & Live Music at Duncan Eagles Hall: 4:30pm, bcfoe.com 250-7013921. 2965 Boys Road. Erotica-Gallery Artists and special guests: 5:00pm, Salt Spring Gallery, Eroticais a show of

Open Mic Night: 7:00pm, River Rock Bar & Grill, 250-7484311. 140 Trans Canada Hwy Anastasia: 7:30pm, Cowichan Performing Arts Centre, Canada’s Ballet Jargen brings the gripping tale of the Russian Grand Duchess Anastasia for the 100th anniversary of the story and the 10th anniversary of the production. co-

CINEMA February 2 Winchester

February 9 The 15:17 to Paris, Fifty Shades Freed, Peter Rabbit

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February 16 Black Panther, Early Man

February 23 Annihilation, Every Day, Game Night

VIDEO February 6 A Bad Moms Christmas, Only the Brave, Suburbicon, LBJ, The Stray

February 13 Wonder, Roman J Israel Esq., The Florida Project

February 20 Daddy’s Home 2, The Star, Same Kind of Different as Me

February 27 Coco, Murder on the Orient Express, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing Missouri, Let There Be Light, Just Getting Started

The Mercury Players, a local community theatre group that has been around since 1999, are putting on Anatomy of Gray by Jim Leonard Jr, a charming play, a fable for adults, a fascinating story of loss, love and tolerance.

It is set in the late 19th century in rural Indiana and describes what happens after a “doctor” crash lands his hot air balloon in Gray, Indiana and sets up shop there. The local population is initially very happy with his arrival, but then disaster strikes. It is funny, it is sad, it is uplifting... you’ll love it! The play is written for adults, but it is family-friendly - children 6 and older would enjoy it. Performed by a well-cast, enthusiastic troupe of 11 local actors, actresses and singers at the Mercury Theatre on 331 Brae Road in Duncan and directed by Rien Vesseur.

Community theatre in the Cowichan Valley is riding on a wave of popularity and so there are many opportunities for people to participate, be it as actors, set builders, lighting and sound operators or in the organisation of events. The Mercury Players are a very inclusive, welcoming, eclectic group of theatre enthusiasts. They put on about 3-4 shows a year, organise Play Reading nights (every 2nd and 4th Wednesday at 7:30 and Improve Nights (every 5th Wednesday at 7:00). Feel free to contact them if you would like to take part in any of these activities.

SHOW DATES: March 8, 9 and 10 at 7:30 pm, March 11 at 2:00 pm, March 16 and 17 at 7:30 pm and March 18 at 2:00 pm. Tickets are 20.00 dollars, 15.00 for students and seniors, and are available from Ten Old Books in the Duncan Garage, the First Chiropractic Clinic on the Canada Highway and online: www.anatomyofgray.eventbrite.ca Any questions? Contact the director at rien@vesseur.de

More information also on:

www.mercuryplayers.org and on Facebook.

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tasteful fine art highlighting love, sexuality, pleasure, and the body. There is an opening reception with wine, cheese, and live music with singer-songwriter, “JuliaBeattle” on Friday, February 9, from 5-7pm.saltspringgallery.com/news-blog. 250-931-0011. 135 McPhillips Ave.

tographs by VIU artists Libby Oliver and Colton Hash.”Patience” by the artist in residence, Lu Volker. theougallery.com. 250-510-8077. 3091 Agira Road.

Double Feature at The Ou: 6:00pm, “Domestication” sculpture and pho-

Youth Rec Room (ages13-18 yrs): 6:00pm, Fra n k Jameson Community

Farmhouse Bench Class: 6:00pm, The Vintage Brush, 250882-6996. 1300 Fisher Road.

Centre & Pool, 250748-6521 or 250245-6424. Cowichan Valley Capitals vs West Kelowna Warriors: 7:00pm, Island Savings Centre, 250-7489930. Bob Johns CD Release Party: 7:30pm, Riot Brewing Co.riotbrewing.com 250-324-7468. 101A 3055 Oak Street. Once: 8:00pm, Chemainus Theatre, When a singing Irishman, with little faith left in love and music, meets a beautiful Czech woman in a Dublin bar, they are drawn together by their shared love of music. From flirtation to friendship to an uncommon romance, the unlikely pair connects in search of long-forgotten dreams and a passionate pursuit that may just tear them apart.chemainustheatrefestival.ca/ourshows/once/800565-7738 9737 Chemainus Road. FEB 10, SAT The Met Opera Live In HD: Lelisir DAmore: 9:00am, Cowichan Performing Arts Centre, cowichanpac.ca/

event /met-operalive-hd-lelisir-damor 250-748-7529. 2687 James Street. Free Home Depot Kids Workshop (ages 4-12): 10:00am,This February we’re making a “Valentine’s Day Bean Bag Toss”.homedepot.ca 250-7372360. 2980 Drinkwater Road. Duncan Farmers Market: 10:00am, City Hall, duncanfarmersmarket.ca Lions Everyone Welcome Skate: 1:00pm, Island Savings Centre,Sponsored by Duncan Lions Clubcvrd.bc.ca/2401/Island-Savings-Centre 250-748-7529. 2687 James St. Stackable Rings Workshop: 1:00pm, Island Gem and Bead Supply Ltd, Explore the possibilities of stamping, and learn how to solder and texture wire to create simple stackable rings. 250-597-4369. 2 - 378 Trunk Road. Freedom Gospel Choir: Raining Glory: 2:00pm, Duncan Christian Reformed Church, 250-7485752. 930 Trunk Road.

February 2, in addition to the popular Grand Tasting event at the Best Western The Westerly Hotel February 3. On February 16 Wood Mountain Lodge on Forbidden Plateau will host an intimate, 4-course Long Table Dinner.

What better way to warm up after a day on the slopes of Mount Washington Alpine Resort or to shake the February blahs, than a night on the town! Discover Comox Valley’s Awesome All Winter campaign, featuring an extensive list of awesome après events and activities with entertainment & fun found throughout downtown Courtenay’s local pubs, restaurants, and performing venues.

40 Knots Vineyard and Estate Winery will be hosting a large Winery Take-over Signature Event February 3 in partnership with Wayward Distillation House, Milanos Coffee, and Heavenly Libations who will each be featuring a dizzying array of cocktails, wines and whiskey tasting stations, complimented by live music. Comox Valley Whiskey Fest, presented by the Rotary Club of Comox, has expanded their schedule to include two new Whiskey pairing dinners at the White Whale Restaurant and the Kingﬁshers’ Ocean 7 Restaurant on

Music lovers have a diverse line-up to choose from as well. The Comox Valley Exhibition’s inaugural ‘Almost Alan’ Barn Dance that will be held at the Florence Filberg Centre Feb. 2 with Aaron Halliday and his legendary, authentic Alan Jackson Tribute Band. Meanwhile Time Well Wasted will host its ‘You Should Be Dancing’ event at the Flying Canoe Pub February 10 with its 12-piece horn-driven dance band fever; Disco, Funk, Rick and R & B are all on the list! Spidey Make Believe – Magic of Your Mind will be at the Sid Williams

Meat Draw: 3:00pm, Chemainus Legion chemainuslegion191. ca 250-246-3133. John Pippus Live: 7: 3 0 p m , P rov i dence Farm Chapel, Critically acclaimed folks/roots troubadour is live at the farm. providencefarm.wildapricot.org. 250-746-4204. 1843 Tzouhalem Rd..

FEB 11, SUN The Farmhouse Tray Class: 9:30am, The Vintage Brush, Jump into the basics of Miss Mustard Seed’s Milk Paint and leave with a beautiful farmhouse tray. 250-882-6996. Canucks at Stars: 1:00pm,

Live Enter tainment at Mobys: 7:30pm,The County Line (Alt. Country) mobyspub.ca

A Valentines Tribute to Broadway: 2:00pm, Pats House of Jazz, Osborne Bay Pub,250-324-2245. 1534 Joan Ave

Norman Foote/Bruce Miller: 7:30pm, Duncan Showroom Productions, 250-7487246.

Cowichan Valley Capitals vs Merritt Centennials: 2:00pm, Island Savings Centre,250-748-9930.

Theatre February 11 showcasing his internationally acclaimed mentalist skills. There are other live music events at numerous downtown Courtenay venues including Flying Canoe Pub, Gladstone’s Brewing Co, Cornerstone Café, Union Street Grill, High Tide Pub, Sid Williams Theatre, Avalanche Bar and Grill, and Forbidden Brewing. With hotels offering up to 50% off Ski with Stays, it’s not only a perfect time to visit the Valley, but a wonderful time to get out and enjoy the region & the many participating businesses. Tickets, contests and more information AwesomeAllWinter.com or call the Vancouver Island Visitor Centre, 250-400-2882.

Meat Draw & Live Music at Duncan Eagles Hall: 3:30pm, 250-701-3921. 2965 Boys Road. FEB 12, MON BC Family 12:00am,

Day:

Family Day No School For S.D.79: 250-748-0321 Floatplane RC Meet: 9:30am, Art Man Park, Quamichan Lake. Bring your own floatplane duncanrc. com/contact 250597-0104. 5990 Indian Road. Family Day in Shawnigan Lake: 10:30am, Elsie Miles

Park, There will be a scavenger hunt, crafts, games, entertainment, and more. shawniganlakemuseum.com 250-7438675. 2804 Shawnigan Lake Road. Family Day Celebration : 12:00pm, Island Savings Centre, We will host two skating sessions where families can spend some quality time together on the ice. 250.748.7529. 2687 James Street. Family Day Skate: 1:00pm, Kerry Park Rec Centre, Free Family Day Skate from 1-2:15pm.cvrd.

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bc.ca/2402/KerryPa r k- Re c re a t i o n Centre 250.743.5922. 1035 Shawnigan Lake-Mill Bay Road. Family Day Learn to Curl (ages 8+): 1:00pm, Cowichan Lake Rec Centre, Join us at the rink for a funfilled session where you will learn about curling, be provided with equipment, and throw your first rock! cvrd.bc.ca/2400/Cowichan-Lake-Recreation 250-749-6745. 311 South Shore Road. FEB 13, TUE Tastings and Tours at Cherry Point Vineyards: 10:00am,250 743-1272. 840 Cherry Point Road. Learn to Skate Program (ages 6-12): 3:30pm, Kerry Park Rec Centre, cvrd. bc.ca/2402/KerryPa r k- Re c re a t i o n Centre 250.743.5922. Cut Out Pendant Workshop: 4:00pm, Island Gem and Bead Supply, Bring in an idea and let us help you run with it. With a simple design, learn to drill and make a metal pendant that you can be proud o f. i s l a n d g e m . n e t 250-597-4369. 2 378

Trunk Rd. FEB 14, WED Valentines Day: also called Saint Valentine’s Day,is an annual holiday celebrated on February 14. Many people exchange cards, candy, gifts or flowers with their special valentine Once: 2:00pm, Chemainus Theatre,che mainustheatrefestiva l.ca 800-565-7738. 9737 Chemainus Road. Rink Rats Hockey Skills (ages 4-7): 3:15pm, Kerry Park Rec Centre, This session will give your child a chance to try hockey.cvrd. bc.ca/2402/KerryPa r k- Re c re a t i o n Centre 250.743.5922. 1035 Shawnigan Lake-Mill Bay Road. Hammered Pendant or Earrings Workshop: 3:30pm, Island Gem and Bead, Learn how to texture and distress metal with hammers and stamps. Islandgem.net 250597-4369. 2 - 378 Trunk Rd. Valentines Day Dinner at Merridale: 5:00pm, A fivecourse meal that is

sure to inspire romance. Try our special cherry liqueur available just for this special evening, or choose from our list of cocktails. A bottle of our Celebration Cider is the perfect addition to this mealmerridale. ca 250-743-4293. 1230 Merridale Rd. Valentines Dinner at the Farm: 5:30pm, Farm Table Inn, Bring your special someone for a special 4-course gourmet meal, all organic and homemade.farmtableinn.ca 250-932-3205. 6755 Lake Cowichan Road. Canucks vs Panthers: 7:00pm Cowichan Valley Capitals vs Nanaimo Clippers: 7:00pm, Island Savings Centre, Live Entertainment at Mobys: 7:30pm, Mike and Rachelle (Jazz, easy Valentine’s Listening) 250-5375559. 124 A Upper Ganges Road . Once: 7:30pm, Chemainus Theatre,chem ainustheatrefestival. ca/our-shows/once. For The Love Of Tango: 10:00am, Cowichan Performing Arts Centre, Charlton

Bullock: 250-7487529. Repair and Repurpose Workshop: 3:30pm, Island Gem and Bead Supply Ltd, Learn the tools and techniques to fix your broken jewellery. Repurpose old jewellery into new pieces to suit your style. islandgem. net 250-597-4369. 2 - 378 Trunk Road. FEB 15, THU Open Mic Night!: 7:00pm, Riot Brewing Co, 250 324 7468. 101A 3055 Oak Street. Canucks at Sharks: 7:30pm, Onegin-Arts Club Theatre On Tour: 7:30pm, Cowichan Performing Arts Centre, The hit musical moves, shakes, and wakes audiences with its sweeping score, leaving the powerful question swirling in their minds: c ow i c h a n p a c . c a / event/onegin-artsclub-theatre-tour 250-748-7529. 2687 James Street. FEB 16, FRI 2018 Chinese Lunar New Year “Year of the Dog”:

Island Masters Men and Women Playdowns: 9:00am, Cowichan Lake Rec Centre, Cowichan Lake Recreation, hosts Curl BC Winter Games. cvrd.bc.ca/2400/Cowichan-Lake-Recreation. 250.749.6742. 311 South Shore Road. Rec and Roll (612 years of age): 2:45pm, The Hub of Cowichan, 250-7461794 S t a m p e d Wra p Around Ring Workshop: 4:00pm, Island Gem and Bead Supply Ltd, Using a flat rectangular wire, we will texture, stamp and form it to make an adjustable wrap around ring. IslandGem.net 250-597-4369. 2 378 Trunk Road.

Meat Draw & Live Music at Duncan Eagles Hall: 4:30pm, 250-7013921. 2965 Boys Road. Youth Rec Room (ages13-18 yrs): 6:00pm, Frank Jameson Community Centre & Pool, 250-748-6521 or 250-245-6424. 810 6th Avenue. Nanaimo Clippers vs Cowichan Valley Capitals: 7:00pm, Frank Crane Arena FEB 17, SAT Island Masters Men and Women Playdowns: 9:00am, Duncan Farmers Market: 10:00am, City Hall, duncanfarmersmarket.ca

Tastings and Tours at Blue Grouse Winery: 11:00am, Quill Red and Chocolate bluegrouse.ca/Tasting . 250-743-3834. 2182 Lakeside Road. CVAC Youth Outre a c h Pro g ra m ( YO P) E x h i b i t : 12:00pm, PORTALS, The Cowichan Valley Arts Council (CVAC) Youth Outreach Program (YOP) serves youth in their final two years of high school in education, mentorship, exhibiting and development of art according to student’s chosen genre.cowichanvall e ya r t s c o u n c i l . c a 250 746-1633. 2687 James St.

Kumihimo Flat Wire Brad Workshop: 1:00pm, Island Gem and Bead Supply Ltd 250-597-4369. 2 378 Trunk Road. Catherine Dook at Cowichan Library: 2:00pm,virl.bc.ca 250 746 7661. 2687 James Street. Meat Draw : 3:00pm, Chemainus Legion 250-246-3133. 9775 Chemainus Road. Meat Draw & Live Music at Duncan Eagles Hall: 3:30pm,bcfoe.com 250-701-3921. 2965 Boys Road. Cowichan Valley Capitals vs Vernon Vipers: 7:00pm, Island Savings Centre,

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2018 Cowichan Valley Wedding Show: 12:00pm, Ramada Duncan Hotel, Plan the wedding of your dreams all in one place! theweddingexperts.net/show/ cow i c h a n -va l l eywedding-show. 250748-4311. 140 Trans Canada Hwy.. NMA Big Band: 2:00pm, Pats House of Jazz, Osborne Bay Pub, osbornebaypub. com 250-324-2245. 1534 Joan Avenue. Meat Draw & Live Music at Duncan Eagles Hall: 3:30pm, 250-701-3921. 2965 Boys Road.

FEB 19, MON 5TH Annual Wounded Warrior Run: 9:00am, Various locations on the Island, The Wounded Warrior Run BC is a relay style run composed of 7 runners covering the length of Vancouver Island in just 7 days. The journey will begin in Port Hardy and end in Victoria, covering almost 600kms. woundedwarriors.ca 1-888-706-4808 Floatplane RC Meet: 9:30am, Art Mann Park,duncanrc.com 250-597-0104. 5990 Indian Road. Cowichan Exhibition Pickleball: 10:00am, 250-748-0822. Fabulous Films: LAMB (2015): 6:30pm, VIU Cowichan Campus Lecture Theatre. virl. bc.ca/event/fabulous-films-lamb2015 250-746-3535. 2011 University Way. FEB 20, TUE Meat Draw: 3:00pm, Chemainus Legion 250-246-3133. 9775 Chemainus Road. Byzantine Bracelet Workshop: 4:00pm, Island Gem and Bead Supply Ltd, Islandgem.net 250-5974369. 2 - 378 Trunk Rd

R u by Tu e s d ay : 7:00pm, Riot Brewing Co., Join host Glenn and Jetta for a circle jam kitchen party! 250-324-7468. 101A 3055 Oak Street. Canucks vs Avalanche: 7:00pm FEB 21, WED Cowichan Exhibition Pickleball: 10:00am, 250-748-0822. Once: 2:00pm & 7:30pm, Chemainus Theatre,chemainusth eatrefestival.ca 800565-7738 9737 Chemainus Road. Findings 101 Workshop: 3:30pm, Island Gem and Bead Supply 250-597-4369. Tamar Ilana and Ventanas: 7:30pm, Duncan Showroom Productions, 250748-7246. 131 Station Street. FEB 22, THU Tastings and Tours at Cherry Point Vineyards: 10:00am, Cherry Point Vineyards, cherrypointestatewines.com 250 743-1272. 840 Cherry Point Road.

Pro-D Day for SD79 http://sd79.bc.ca 250 748-0321. Standing Tall-Building Self-Esteem For Girls (ages 10-12): 8:30am, Island Savings Centre, In this fun and interactive camp for girls, you will build a positive self-image as an emerging teen. cvrd.bc.ca/2401/Island-Savings-Centre 250.748.7529. 2687 James St. Sports Madness and Movie Theatre (ages 6-11): 8:30am, Kerry Park Rec Centre, Join us in a blitz of sports action in the morning as we try out different sports and activities. cvrd.bc.ca/2402/ Kerry-Park-Recreation-Centre 250.743.5922. 1035 Shawnigan Lake-Mill Bay Road. Schools Out Skate: 12:00pm, Island Savings Centre, cvrd. bc.ca/2401/IslandSavings-Centre 250.748.7529. 2687 James Street.

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Rec and Roll (612 years of age): 2:45pm, The Hub of Cowichan, 250-7461794.

Movie Release: Annihilation

Meat Draw & Live Music at Dun-

can Eagles Hall: 4:30pm,bcfoe.com. 250-701-3921. 2965 Boys Road. Youth Rec Room (age 13-18 yrs): 6:00pm, Frank Jameson Community Centre & Pool, 250-748-6521 810 6th Avenue. Cowichan Valley Capitals vs Powell River Kings: 7:00pm, Island Savings Centre, Hub Film Club: Loving Vincent: 7:00pm c ow i c h a n s t a t i o n . org /hub-film-club 250-746-1794. 2375 Koksilah Rd Indoor RC Flying: 7:00pm, Cowichan Exhibition Grounds,duncanrc. com 250-597-0104. Canucks at Golden Knights: 7:30pm FEB 24, SAT Duncan Farmers Market: 10:00am, City Hall, Lions Everyone Welcome Skate: 1:00pm, Island Savings Centre, We will be offering free admission and rentals for our everyone welcome skate sponsored by Duncan Lions Club. 250-7487529. 2687 James St.

Repair and Repurpose Workshop: 1:00pm, Island Gem and Bead Supply Ltd, Learn the tools and techniques to fix your broken jewellery. Repurpose old jewellery into new pieces to suit your style. islandgem. net 250-597-4369. 2 - 378 Trunk Road. FEB 24, SAT C a ro l y n Af f l e k Youngs: Walking to Japan: 3:00pm, Cowichan Library walkingtojapan.com 250 746 7661. 2687 James Street. Meat Draw : 3:00pm, Chemainus Legion 250-246-3133. 9775 Chemainus Road. Meat Draw & Live Music at Duncan Eagles Hall: 3:30pm,bcfoe.com 250-701-3921. 2965 Boys Road. Coldest Night of the Year 2018: 5:00pm,,The Coldest Night of the Year is a super-fun, family-friendly fund raiser for local charities serving hungry, homeless, hurting families, and youth in 120 communities across Canada.walk 2,5 or 10km.cnoy.org 1-877-743-3413

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Vintage Night at the Merridale: 5:30pm,Special Vintage Night where you will be able to meet the distiller, we will have exclusive tastings, along with a cocktail and appetizer reception. merridale. ca 250-743-4293. 1230 Merridale Rd. “Yours Truly” at The Ou: 6:00pm, Photographs and paintings by Los Angeles artist in residence, Serge Serum.theougallery. com 250-510-8077. 3091 Agira Road. Cowichan Valley Capitals vs Surrey Eagles: 7:00pm, Island Savings Centre, Live Entertainment at Mobys: 7:30pm, Interchill Records (DJ) mobyspub.ca 250-537-5559. Tom Holliston Live: 7:30pm, Providence Farm Chapel, providencefarm.wildapricot.org 250-746-4204

Ryan Oliver: 2:00pm, Pats House of Jazz, osbornebaypub.com 250-324-2245. 1534 Joan Ave Meat Draw & Live Music at Duncan Eagles Hall: 3:30pm, 250-701-3921. 2965 Boys Road. Canucks at Coyotes: 6:30pm, FEB 26, MON Floatplane RC Meet: 9:30am, Art Man Park, Quamichan Lake. duncanrc.com 250-597-0104 5990 Indian Road. Cowichan Exhibition Pickleball: 10:00am, 250-748-0822. 7380 Trans Canada Highway. Canucks at Avalanche: 6:00pm, FEB 27, TUE Tastings and Tours at Cherry Point Vineyards: 10:00am 250 743-1272. 840 Cherry Point Road. Meat Draw : 3:00pm,

Chemainus Legion. chemainuslegion191. ca. 250-246-3133. 9775 Chemainus Road. Earrings 101 Workshop: 4:00pm, Island Gem and Bead Supply Ltd, Learn how to wrap your own ear wires. islandGem.net 250-597-4369. 2 378 Trunk Road. Paint Night at The Farm: 5:30pm, Farm Table Inn, farmtableinn.ca 250-932-3205. 6755 Lake Cowichan Road. Portrait Secrets: 7:00pm, Hardwick Hall, Duncan’s highly sought-after professional photographer Kurt Knock reveals many of his portrait photography secrets. ladysmithcameraclub. com 250 606 7011. 232 High Street at 3rd Avenue. For The Love Of Words with host Bill Levity: 7:30pm, Duncan Showroom Productions, 250748-7246. 131 Station Street.

FEB 28, WED Pink Shirt Day: 12:00am, Various Locations Throughout Your Community, We encourage everyone to practice kindness and wear pink to symbolize that you do not tolerate bullying.pinkshirtday.ca/ about. 604-331-2711 Once: 2:00pm & 7:30pm, Chemainus Theatre,chemainusth eatrefestival.ca. 800565-7738 . 9737 Chemainus Road. Beaded Earrings Workshop: 3:30pm, Island Gem and Bead Supply, Take your bead weaving to the next step and lean to incorporate it into earrings. islandgem. net 250-597-4369. 2 - 378 Trunk Road. Wheelchair Basketball Sampler: 6:15pm, Wheelchair basketball is a fast-paced, physical and dynamic game in the adapted sport community. 250.743.1433. Canucks vs Rangers: 7:00pm

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Duncan Garage Cafe & Bakery 250 748 6223 Willow Street Cafe 250 246 2434

Casual & Family Dining Alderlea Farm & Cafe 250 597 3438

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Hudson’s on First 250 597 0066 Genoa Bay Cafe 250 746 7621 Bridgemans Bistro 778 356 3568 The Masthead 250 748 3714

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6 hours LIVE Theatre Performances: Chemainus Theater- Come to the quaint town of Chemainus this February known for it’s rich history & romantic streets for a LIVE boy-meets-girl musical. Just in time for the month of LOve! “Once” is the award-winning musical where a singing Irishman, with little faith left in love & music, meets a beautiful Czech woman in a Dublin bar, they are drawn together by their shared love of music. Pair your show ticket with the famous lunch or dinner buffet to make it an experience to remember! 9737 Chemainus Rd, Chemainus 1.800.565.7738. Cowichan Performing Arts Centre- See live theatre, music, dance, comedy, speakers & more! This February features; “Anything Goes”, “Anastasia”, “NT LIVE in HD: Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead (encore)”, “The Met Opera Live in HD: L’elisir D’amore”, “Onegin - Arts Club Theatre on Tour”, “Adagé Studio Winter Highlights”. 2687 James St, Duncan. 250. 748.7529. The Mercury Players- Showing 3-4 plays every year plus regular Improv Nights & Play Reading nights. www.mercuryplayers.org/ Mercury Theatre, 331 Brae Road, Duncan. Museum: of Cowichan Valley 130 Canada Avenue, Duncan 250-746-6612 Brewing Tour: Red Arrow Brewery, open 7 days a week, 5255 Chaster Road, Duncan 250-597-332 Aboriginal Exhibits: Totem poles and tours available through Cowichan Valley Museum in Charles Hoey Park, 130 Canada Avenue 250-746-6612. Maritime Center: Historic wooden boats and maritime history at the pier, children’s activities and gift shop. Cowichan Bay Maritime Center 250-746-4955 Estuary Nature Center: Interpretive center and children’s programs overlooking the Cowichan Estuary 1845 Cowichan Bay Rd. 250-597-2288 Sportsplex: Track, softball venue, playground, outdoor lacrosse box, outdoor fitness equipment, nature walk Cowichan Sportsplex 5847 Chesterfield Ave., Duncan 250-746-566

Ice-Skating & Hockey: Cowichan Lake Sports Arena - 311 S Shore Rd, Lake Cowichan. 250.7496742. Fuller Lake Arena - 2876 Fuller Lake Rd. 250.246.3811.

Historic Whippletree Junction: just 7km south of Duncan. 14 restored buildings from the early 1900’s. Coffee, shopping, restaurants, and history. 4705-4715 Trans Canada Hwy 250-709-2779

Whale Watching and Wildlife: Experience whales, sea lions, bald eagles, seals, and porpoise and on a small personal group tour. Ocean EcoVentures 1721 Cowichan Bay Rd, Duncan 250-748-3800

Remote Control Fun: Indoor RC Flying - Meet with us every Friday, 7-9pm at Cowichan Exhibition Grounds, Mellor Hall and fly your remote control plane, helicopter or drone! $5 to fly. Free to watch! Don’t have a RC to play with? Check out Duncan RC for all your RC fun! 1.250.597.0104.

Teafarm: Rare canadian teas, art gallery, and tea culture tours, shop local and worldwide organic teas 8350 Richards Trail, North Cowichan 250-748-3811

Cheers Cowichan: daily winery tours to all Cowichan area destinations; wineries, festivals, corporate or mindfulness day trips 250-710-7391

Paintball: Midway Paintball 5500 Indian Rd. Duncan 250-748-6588

Floatplane RC Meet-up - Meet with us every Monday, 9:30am at Art Man Park, Quamichan Lake. Bring your own floatplane, meet new friends, feed to ducks. Free to fly, and free to watch! Great boredom buster over the winter! Don’t have a RC to play with? Check out Duncan RC for all your RC fun! 1.250.597.0104.

Old Mill Community Park: swimming, hiking, picnicking, and playground, located on Shawnigan Lake

Golf: Kids play free! 18 holes Cowichan Golf and Country Club 4955 Trans Canada Hwy, Duncan 250746-5333

Movie Cinemas: Cineplex Caprice Cinemas - 404 Duncan St., Duncan. 778.855.7867.

Mountain Biking: Numerous trails throughout Mount Tzouhalem, Maple Mountain, and Mount Prevost. Great views and wildlife scenery

Hikes & Trails: Kinsol Trestle- Open to public for cycling, hiking, and equestrian riding. One of the tallest free-standing timber rail trestle structures in the world, near Shawnigan Lake http://www.cvrd.bc.ca/1379/Kinsol-Trestle Heart Lake Loop- Challenging 6.4km takes about 2hrs. Rewards you with Panoramic spectacular views of the town, Gulf Islands and Mt. Baker. Access from Davis Rd Park at the Holland Creek Trail, Ladysmith. Cowichan Sportsplex- Has a short nature trail. 5847 Chesterfield Ave, Duncan. 250.746.5666. Cobble Hill Mountain- Many trails of varying difficulty along the 336m summit with lots of viewpoints and amenities.

Fishing: The Cowichan River is known for its brown trout, rainbow and steelhead trout and salmon runs. Shawnigan Lake, Cowichan Lake, and other nearby rivers and lakes are popular destinations.

Waterslides & Wave Pool: Cowichan Aquatic Center: Indoor Wave pool, lazy river, twin waterslides, swirl pool. Indoor 8 lane 25m lap pools, steam room & sauna, 2653 James St, Duncan. 250.746.7665. Bowling: Duncan Lanes Bowling Center- 5 & 10pin bowling. 271 James St, Duncan 250.746.5421.

Farm Therapy: self-guided tours in a relaxing atmosphere, general store, dining, walking Providence Farms 1843 Tzouhalem Rd., Duncan 250-746-4204

Aboriginal Cultural Center: Cafe, salmon BBQ, interpretive tours, Quw’utsun’ Dancers, and children’s crafts Quw’utsun’ Cultural Center 200 Cowichan Way 250-746-8110

Wakes Cove Provincial Park: Hiking, scuba diving, fishing, sandstone galleries, and protected anchorage for boaters. Valdes Island Scuba Diving: courses, dive travel, equipment sales and rentals Pacific Water Sports 260 Trans Canada Highway, Duncan 250-746-6669 Skiing, Snowboarding, Snowshoeing, Snow Tubing, Tobogganing & MORE!: Mount Washington Alpine Resort: (2hrs & 30mins drive from Duncan). Closest ski resort to Nanaimo and the largest on the island! Also has Cross-Country Skiing, Snow-Shoe Fondue, Back-Country Guided Tours. MountWashington.ca, 1.888.231.1499.

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