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Note to the Reader Thank you for your patronage. What’s On Digest January 2018 style. There is simply no stopping the activities and events Nanaimo. C’mon…. you know that by now right? There is way too much going on and there is really no time for sleep. Who was it that said, “I’ll sleep when I’m dead…”? I think it was Bon Jovi but anyway…doesn’t matter. Now is not time to sleep like a hibernating bear. It’s time to, like the song says: “…. get up, get up, get busy do it.” Get up, get out, and get your tickets to the live rock performance by “Time” the Pink Floyd tribute band playing the Port Theatre in February (do it now they sold out last time). Plan for the excellent, stirring, performances by the Vancouver Island Symphony. Plan for the performances at, and put on by, your local theatre group. Most of all plan to get out and enjoy the local sights, sounds and scenery Nanaimo has to offer. While doing so I encourage you to think critically about patronizing those local businesses in Nanaimo that, the owners of which, are often, themselves, patrons of the arts. If local events don’t have great local sponsors many performance arts groups wouldn’t have the funding they require to function properly. Local businesses sponsor local events…what a concept. When was the last time a big-box mega mart sponsored a local event in Nanaimo? Ask yourself where the profits of larger outside companies end up and how those profits are spent. In the case of many large US retailers those profits end up funding organizations, the operations of which are, counter to Canadian values. I can’t support that. Local businesses are often much friendlier and comfortable places to shop anyway. In any event, the politics of commerce aside, thank you Nanaimo for being ‘awesome’, thank you to local business for sponsoring great events and for being the best place on earth to live, work, and play.
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MON JAN 1 NEW YEARS DAY Ladysmith Polar Bear Swim: 28th Annual New Years Day Polar Bear Swim at Transfer Beach,Time: Registration at 11am Swim at noon! Prizes, A propane fire pit. Organized by the Oceanview Community Church. 250-245-2112. Snow Globe: Make your own unique snow globe. All supplies are included and all ages. Please register 2506194088. 2358 Wild Dove Rd.. TUE JAN 2 Holiday Hockey Camp (6 to 11 years): This is a recreational half-ice camp for participants of varying abilities. Three ice times for skills, scrimmages, and stations. Camp also includes other activities, a movie, and a swim. Full hockey gear is required. 8:30am-5pm. Cliff McNabb Arena. 250756-5200. 2300 Bowen Rd. Frosty Frolic Camp (6 to 10 years): Play games, get crafty and make new friends. Register for the whole week or only the days you need. 8:30am, Beban Park Social Centre, 250-756-5200. 2300 Bowen Rd.. Mt. Washington Winter Wonderland: 9am-9:30pm At Mount Washington, enjoy a perfect postcard Winter Wonderland celebration. Skiing, riding, snow tubing, makes a fantastic getaway. 250-338-1386. Strathcona Parkway. Tuesday Work Parties: Drop into one of our Work Parties, where volunteers gather to garden all year round. Mulching, digging, composting, harvesting, watering etc. There is something for everyone regardless of your ability and experi-
ence. 10am - 1pm, Pine St Comm. Grdn 271 Pine St . Pottery Wheel-Adult Beginner: Bowen Pottery Studio. Learn basic techniques that will help you create pots, vases, bowls and much more. Clay, glazes, and firings are included in the cost. Classes starting Jan.2 will be every Tues. to Feb.13 6:30-9pm. 250-756-5200. 500 Bowen Rd. Glow In The Dark Skate: 6:30pm, Frank Crane Arena, Skate in our atmosphere of dimmed lighting and special effects! 6:30 to 8 pm, at Frank Crane Arena. 250-7565200. 2300 Bowen Rd.. Canucks vs Ducks: 7pm on SNE, SNO, SNP Poker Night at The Well Pub: Poker Night at The Wells Pub, set up at 6:30, game starts at 7pm 250758-5513. 3956 Victoria Ave. Karaokee: The Well Pub Every Sunday and Tuesday at 8:30 and Fridays at 9pm. 250-758-5513. 3956 Victoria Ave. Retro Night at “The Nanaimo Bar”: Tuesday night is Retro Night at “The Nanaimo Bar.” $5 9:30PM 250-716-0466. 2-75 Front St WED JAN 3 Holiday Hockey Camp: See Jan 2 Frosty Frolic Camp: See Jan 2 Holiday Tennis Camp (8-15 yrs): Finish Christmas break with some time in the bubble playing tennis. Players will be separated into groups based on levels and learn basic strokes, do drills and play friendly games in a non-competitive environment. 2-5pm. 3 sessions, 250-756-5200. 2367 Arbot Rd.
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Freshen the Air in Your Home this Winter Winter is officially here. Cold winds and inclement weather will keep many of us huddled inside this month, but keeping our windows closed all the time can create a build-up of indoor air pollutants in our homes that leave us feeling unwell. From dust, mold and pet dander to wood-stove emissions and off-gases from paint, carpeting, glue, cleaning products and more, the air in our homes can become an unhealthy ‘stew’. From the unpleasantness of chapped lips and dry, itchy skin to frequent headaches, long-lasting colds, bronchitis and even chronic asthma, there are many symptoms of ‘sick house syndrome’. The good news is that there are many simple and inexpensive ways to combat it. The first and most obvious plan of action is, of course, to open your windows and air out your house for a period of time. ‘Out with the old and in with the new’ isn’t just a New Year’s resolution! Let in some fresh air and enjoy the rejuvenation it brings. Regular cleaning, dusting and vacuuming can reduce mold, pollen, pet dander and dust mites in your home. Using a vacuum with a hepa-filter and choosing non-toxic cleaning products is a good choice toward that end as well.
Bring living plants into your home if you haven’t already! They are nature’s air purifiers. NASA research indicates that ferns, spider plants and aloe vera are your best bets. Plants add oxygen to the air and their roots, soils and leaves absorb volatile organic compounds (VOCs), ozone, formaldehyde, carbon dioxide, and other chemical contaminants. Essential oils can be used to effectively freshen indoor air, and are a much healthier choice than chemically-based air fresheners. Some research
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also indicates that lavender, eucalyptus and tea tree oil all possess antimicrobial properties that, when evaporated, begin eradicating airborne fungi and bacteria within 30 to 60 minutes. There are many ways to enjoy the invigorating scent of essential oils, too. Consider putting a few drops of essential oil into a small dish of baking soda, sprinkle on your carpets then vacuum up after half an hour. A room spritzer is another alternative, as is investing in a diffuser. All you have to do is sit back and enjoy!
WED JAN 3 CONT’D Indoors Island Roots Markets.: 3-6pm. Free to browse, with items available to purchase, 6100 Doumont Rd. 100+ Women Who Care Oceanside: Help raise funds for local Charities. Now with 175 members. Four meetings a year and only one hour each. 3 Charities are drawn from a hat and we vote. The charity with the most votes will be successful in having each woman write them a cheque for $100. We have raised 47,000 for local charities in just 3 meetings. 240 Dogwood St. Music Trivia: 8:30pm, The Well Pub, Every Wednesday & Thursday. 250-7585513. 3956 Victoria Ave. THU JAN 4 Baby Ballet (3-5 years): An introduction to ballet. Develop balance and coordination while learning dance moves. 250-756-5200. 6000 Oliver Rd. Pottery Wheel-Adult Beginner: See Jan 2 Nanaimo Buccaneers vs Oceanside Generals: 7:15pm . 250-616-1404. 750 Third St. Pub Quiz: Bring a table of friends or try it solo. 250-714-0027. 8:00pm, Arbutus Distilleries, 1890 Boxwood Rd. Peter Kleinholz and More: Live At Longwood, 8:00pm, Every Thursday night. 250.739.1611. 5775 Turner Rd. Music Trivia: See Jan 3 FRI JAN 5 Movie Release: The Current War, I Tonya, Insidious - The Last Key Zumba Gold: Ditch the workout, join the party! This basic Zumba class will focus on simpler Latin and international dances. The studio has an Olympic sprung floor that is easier on your joints. Fridays, 11:15am-
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12:15pm, through Feb.16th. 250-756-5200. Northridge Health Performance Centre #9015800 Turner Rd. Friday Night Casks w. Live Music: Join us Every Friday at the White Sails Taproom. Each week we tap a new cask, infusing our beer with unique and creative flavours to create a one-time-only beer, with live music! Cask taps at 5pm and available until it’s dry. Free Admin 5:00pm, White Sails Brewing 2507542337. 125 Comox Rd. Nanaimo Clippers vs Alberni Valley Bulldogs: 7:00pm, Frank Crane Arena, Puck drops at 7pm. 250-751-0593. 2300 Bowen Rd. Cosmic Bowling: Laser Lights, Disco Lights, and Black Lights. LOUD heart pounding music. Our bowling lanes even glow in the dark! Fridays: 8-11pm, Saturdays: 4:3011pm, Sundays: 4-7pm. 250-753-2341. 1870 East Wellington Rd. Karaokee: The Well Pub, 9pm. 250-758-5513. 3956 Victoria Ave. SAT JAN 6 Tofino Storm Watch Day Trip: Time in Tofino where you can shop, have lunch and then head to the beaches to see the waves. Visit Ucluelet to the Amphitrite Point Lighthouse and see the beautiful rugged coastal view of the Wild Pacific Trail. $65 p.p. 250-756-5200. Meet at 500 Bowen Rd. Saturday Studio-Art Classes for kids: Two studio sessions from 9:30-10:30am for ages 5-7 and 11am-12:30pm for ages 8-12. Connect with artists, experiment with materials, learn new techniques, and have fun with art making. Register, supplies are included with registration fee. Nanaimo Art Gallery,150
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Help Stamp Out Distracted Driving The statistics are alarming. Distracted driving continues to claim more lives on BC roads than impaired driving. Every year, on average, 8 people are killed in distracted driving-related crashes on Vancouver Island. In fact, distraction and driver inattention is one of the top contributing factors in motor vehicle fatalities in BC and, according to police data from 2011 - 2015, contributes to more than one quarter of all car crash deaths. But just what qualifies as ‘distracted driving’? We are all aware of the dangers of using our cellphones while behind the wheel. But it is much more than that. Driver inattention, and driver distraction from internal/external sources is also dangerous. Opening a food wrapper, turning around to check on your kids in the backseat, gawking at the scenery: it is all dangerous while operating a moving vehicle. And who hasn’t been guilty of at least one of those? Self-examination, not recrimination, is the best way to move forward and make positive change. Indeed, with all the distractions that exist both inside and out of our vehicles, always remaining focused on the road is not easy and requires a very conscious decision to do so. Here are a few tips to help you, your car passengers and those around you remain safe. No call, text or email is worth risking your life for. Let calls go to voicemail and ignore text messages while driving Turn off your device and put it out of reach to avoid the temptation to check
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Assign a designated texter. Ask your passenger to make or receive calls and texts on your behalf Pull over to make or receive a call when it’s safe to do so. For longer journeys, look for signs at highway rest areas, some of which now provide free Wi-Fi Choose to activate the ‘Do Not Disturb While Driving’ feature, coming soon for iPhone users Many drivers might be surprised to learn that it is against the law to use your cellphone at a red light, or when stuck in gridlock. It is legal to use a ‘hands-free’ device while driving, which means a Bluetooth, wired headset or speakerphone that can be operated with one touch or voice commands. It is important to note however that if you have a Learner’s (L) or Novice (N) license, using any electronic device while driving, even a hands-free one, is against the law. So what can you do besides practice attentive, safe driving? Consider getting involved in a pilot project from ICBC that, with the help of an app installed on your phone, disables your phone when your car is being driven. Or pick up a distracted driving sticker at participating ICBC Driver Licensing and Autoplan broker offices. Show your support and help make your community a safer place to be!
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whatsondigest.com | JANUARY 2018 SAT JAN 6 CONT’D Commercial St. Xmas Tree Chipping Fundraiser: Let us recycle your Xmas tree this year. Your donations for this service will help Volunteer Nanaimo continue providing valuable services for youth, seniors, low-income individuals and refugees. At Real Canadian Superstore 10am-4pm 2507518126. 6435 Metral Drive. Gardens Weekend Work Party: Drop into one of our Work Parties, where volunteers gather to garden all year round. Mulching, digging, composting, harvesting, watering etc. 11am-1pm. Beban Learning Gardens, 250-816-4769. 2300 Bowen Rd. Jazz and Hip Hop Combo (6-8 yrs): Get into the dance moves with this upbeat class! 11:30am12:15pm. $43 for 6 sessions. Oliver Woods Community Centre 250756-5200. 6000 Oliver Rd. Pickleball-Beginner Clinic: Learn this great
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court game that uses paddles and a whiffle ball on badminton courts. Pickleball is a game that anyone can play. Learn the basic skills and rules of the game. 12:30-2:30pm, Oliver Woods Comm. Centre 250-756-5200. 6000 Oliver Rd. Macrame Plant Hanger: Make your own unique macrame plant hanger. All ages and all supplies are included, Lost Arts Club . 2506194088. 2358 Wild Dove Rd. Meat Draw: Every Saturday at The Legion, Branch #10. From 2-4pm. 250-753-4442. 129 Harewood Rd. Canucks at Maple Leafs: 4pm on HNIC. Cosmic Bowling: Brechin Lanes Bowling, Laser Lights, Disco Lights, and Black Lights. LOUD heart pounding music. 4:30-11pm 250753-2341. 1870 East Wellington Rd. Nanaimo Clippers vs West Kelowna Warriors: Puck drops at 6pm. Frank Crane Arena, 250751-0593. 2300 Bowen Rd.
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BETHLEHEM CENTRE is offering a peaceful weekend of chanting to erase your stress from the modern-day hectic pace. The relaxing full weekend workshop takes place starting at 3:00 PM Friday, January 26th until 1:00 PM on Sunday, January 28th at 2371 Arbot Rd. Hosted by Gabriola Island’s Trio Sayso sensational musical group Trio Sayso featuring the blissful vocal harmonies of multi-instrumentalist Tina Jones, cellist Alannah Dow, and keyboardist/pianist Leah Hokanson, the weekend will offer unique chanting workshop experiences from diverse cultures. The weekend includes chanting based upon the Jewish tradition with Vancouver School of Theology’s Director of inter-religious studies and gifted orator Rabbi Laura Duhan Kaplan, along with her husband Charles, a professional musician. There will also be Kirtan. In addition, Christian, Muslim, and other chanting practices will be announced. Tuition for the weekend is $495 and includes meals and accommodation. Tuition for day commuters (no accommodation) is $375 and includes meals. Save $50 on tuition ($445 and $325) if you register before Monday, December 18th. Space is limited to 30 people. Meditation practices such as chanting have been shown to reduce the body’s stress response. Hong Kong Center of Buddhist Studies researchers discovered that the power of chanting is highly effective when dealing with psychological suffering. As an added bonus, chanting offers psychological healing benefits by enabling the manifesting of intention, while connecting the practitioner with the divine.
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Explore chanting from multi-cultures while experiencing the tranquil, serene mountain and lakeside setting in the woodlands of Nanaimo’s Bethlehem Centre. Book and reserve your place now. This once-in-a-lifetime get-away experience will be sure to sell out quickly. The friendly staff at Bethlehem Centre is looking forward to pampering you during this fabulous weekend! For more information email Johanne Nicholson at info@bethlehemcentre.com, telephone us at 250.754.3254, or book online at www.bethlehemcentre.com.
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Seniors: Stay Active this Winter! It can be very tempting at this time of year to watch January go by from one’s armchair by the fire and wait for spring. For seniors with mobility issues the temptation is just that much greater. But the rewards of staying active are well-known and numerous: mental acuity, physical health and emotional well-being. So check out some of the ‘cool’ things happening this January in the Nanaimo area and before you know it, February will be here and spring not far behind! VIU ElderCollege starts up again in January. The Nanaimo offerings this month include: ‘Intelligent Investing and Estate Planning’ starting Jan 9 and running Tuesdays from 10 am - 12 noon till Feb 13, ‘Indigenous Perspectives’ starting Jan 12 and running Fridays from 10 am - 12 noon till Feb 16, ‘’Family Care After Death’ starting Jan 11 and running 1:30 3:30 pm Thursdays till Feb 15, and ‘The Art of Translation’ starting Jan 12 and running Fridays from 1 - 3 pm till Feb 23. For more information check out the ElderCollege website at viu.ca/eldercollege or call 1.866.734.6252. If entertainment gets your boots on, consider an outing to the Port Theatre with family or friends. The fabulous Vancouver Island Symphony presents ‘Mozart and a Drum Roll’ on January 20 at 7:30 pm. On January 21 at 7 pm you can take a trip down memory lane with ‘Elvis, Elvis, Elvis: The Ultimate Tribute to the King’. ‘The Snowed In Comedy Tour: 10th Anniversary’ on January 12 at 8 pm is sure to get you laughing, while the return of ‘International Guitar Night’ January 26 at 7:30 pm (hosted by Gypsy jazz legend Lulo Reinhardt) will amaze SAT JAN 6 CONT’D “Young Plantz “ Live at The Well Pub: 9:00pm, 250-758-5513. 3956 Victoria Avenue. SUN JAN 7 Xmas Tree Chipping Fundraiser: See Jan 6 Butterfly Mixed Media: Paint and decorate your own unique butterfly themed mixed media art. For all ages and all supplies are included,2:00pm, Lost Arts Club 2506194088. 2358
Wild Dove Rd. Cosmic Bowling: See Jan 5 Canucks at Canadiens: 4pm on SN and RDS. Poker Night at The Well Pub: See Jan 2 Karaokee: See Jan 2 MON JAN 8 BACK TO SCHOOL Amish Rag Rug Making: Choose from a variety of pre-torn fabrics strips to create your own unique rag rug. All
you with dazzling solos, duets and quartets on acoustic guitar. Exercise is great at relieving stress, building strength and providing opportunities for socializing too. Whatever your activity interests or level of fitness, you’ll find friends with whom to share it at Bowen Complex, home to the Nanaimo Harbour City Seniors (NHCS). Mondays offer ‘Heart Fitness’, ‘Balance and Mobility’, ‘Chair Yoga’ and ‘Badminton’, to name just a few. Tuesdays feature ‘Easy Morning Fitness’ and ‘Carpet Bowling’. Wednesdays you will find seniors at ‘Sculpt and Tone’, ‘Snooker’, and ‘Chair Yoga’, while Thursdays offer ‘Balance and Mobility’, ‘Beginner Line Dance’ and the ‘Bowen Wanderers Walking Group’. Wrap up the week Fridays with more ‘Snooker’ and ‘Carpet Bowling’. The NHCS also host ‘Thursday Special Events’ at Bowen Complex Auditorium each week from 1:30 - 3 pm. Featuring an ever-changing line-up of live music, these events are hugely popular and open to all! Admission is $2/members, $4/ non-members. If you’d rather kick up your heels, consider attending the NHCS ‘Thursday Night Dance’ held weekly at Bowen Auditorium from 7:30 - 10 pm. Different dance bands provide the tunes each week and the admission price at the door - $7/members, $9/non-members - includes refreshments. For more information about becoming a member of the NHSC or any of their events give them a call at 250.755.7501. Happy New Year! ages and all supplies are included, 5:30pm, Lost Arts Club. 250-619-4088. 2358 Wild Dove Rd.. Poker Night at The Well Pub: See Jan 2 TUE JAN 9 Movie Release: Fifty Shades Freed, Peter Rabbit Tuesday Work Parties: See Jan 2 So Groovy Baby: A dance party for you and your baby (in a carrier or sling). The perfect
exercise for the parent, grandparent or caregiver, and a great way to meet other families. Saturdays from Jan.9Feb.13. 12:15-1pm. 250756-5200. 2300 Bowen Rd. Kids Get Cooking (6-8 yrs): 3:30pm, Nanaimo Food Share, Enjoy a delicious adventure while developing kitchen skills, food knowledge and expanding your taste buds. Flavour, Texture, Colour, and Fun. 250-756-5200.
PET TIP New Years is about You and Your Pet The holiday season has just passed, and the slowing of festivities brings the new year. This is a time full of happiness, love, laughter and resolutions and I think it is also a great time to remember our pets. Many resolutions revolve around bettering ourselves, be it our health, eating habits, services and gifts to others; and many of these activities can include our furry friends! There is ample research supporting the health and wellness benefits of the human animal bond. Keeping your cat or dog in mind when
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you are preparing your next physical activity, and asking yourself “when was the last time I gave some exercise and attention to my pet”; for dogs that may be bringing them on the next walk or hike. Or trying new training techniques, for 5 minutes each day, to allow your dogs mind to be active and grow. For cats it may be playing around the house with laser toys, feather toys or the like. Spending some time outdoors with your pets can be rewarding for both parties involved! When meal planning for oneself, reflecting on how we can enrich our pets lives while eatingcats love to ‘look’ and ‘hunt’ for their food; perhaps separating out their dry food into different areas around the house to allow them to walk around and find their treats will allow them to bring out their instinctual hunting habits. Dogs love getting food rewards as positive training tools, so incorporating part of their daily caloric intake in the form of their dry kibble is an easy way to not add extra calories to their day, but allow for a positive experience and reward throughout training. We bring as much happiness and fulfilment to our pets lives as they do to ours. Many pets are considered a family member; recognizing and nurturing this relationship can also be added into your new years plans. Animals bring social, psychological and emotional support to our families, and the number of families that own one or multiple household pets is on the rise! The social benefits with regards to raising children in pet friendly households has also been well documented. And, recognizing the physiological affects of having a pet can be paramount to improving our health and wellbeing. Having a pet can decrease stress levels, blood pressure levels etc. Animals have been used as therapy tools for many years. The mental health of our pets should be just as important as our own. We encourage you all to give some love and attention to our four legged friends in this new year! Best wishes from the team at Applecross!
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Tips for Traveling Light The Boutique is hustling and bustling with ladies heading to warm destinations like Thailand, Hawaii, Mexico and preparing for Cruising and Europe. Packing light means choosing the right pieces and our experience tells us that you need to choose items you will wear more than once unless these is a special occasion. Destinations like Thailand you would benefit with a midi/maxi skirt or lightweight dresses that are much cooler to wear for daywear and add a scarf or wrap in preparation for visiting temples etc. Wraps are useful on the plane, cool mountains or over airconditioned ships and help with layering if going through many climate zones. Inexpensive jewelry is a simple way to change up your outfits from day to evening wear. Choose tops that interact with all your bottoms. Start with 5 bottoms and 7 tops... Bottoms can include skirts. capris... shorts (Bermuda length more respectful length for most countries) slacks. Avoid clothes that need to be dry-cleaned. Silk underwear dry quickly and help you stay cool. Rayon’s TUE JAN 9 CONT’D 271 Pine St. Canucks at Capitals: 4pm on NBCSWA & SNP. Family Yoga: This special yoga class that creates a space where a parent/caregiver and their child can share some special time together. Tues. 4:15-5:15pm, to Feb.13. 250-756-5200. 6000 Oliver Rd. Festival Of Lights: Last chance to see, downtown Ladysmith, ignited with thousands of twinkling lights . Downtown Ladysmith. Poker Night at The Well
Pub: See Jan 2 Nanaimo Prostate Cancer Support Group meetings: 7:00pm, Nanaimo Cancer Society. A forum for personal discussion with men who currently have or have already recovered from prostate cancer. We invite specialists whose fields relate to prostate cancer to give talks. Free. 6045744012. 777 E. Poplar St. Nanaimo Newcomers Club: 7:00pm, St. Andrews Presbyterian Curch This is a free social and educational gathering for women new to
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and cotton blends tend to dry quicker also so avoid wearing Jeans. Although a new technology in French Dressing Called Cool Max Jeans will be arriving in December so if you are a Denim girl check those out. This does not have to be a stressful event. Come in and see us if you need help packing your suitcase. Nanaimo! Learn aboutl local resources and make new friends. 4235 Departure Bay Rd. Karaokee: at The Well Pub, 8:30pm, 250-7585513. 3956 Victoria Ave. Retro Night at “The Nanaimo Bar”: See Jan 2 WED JAN 10 Tiny Tots Playgroup: 10am to 11am. Country Club Centre presents a free weekly drop-in playgroup for little ones and their caregivers. Enjoy a play, crafts, stories and songs with ECE certified educators from PacificCare. For 5 years and
younger. FREE. 250-7581102. 2A-3200 North Island Highway. Chair Yoga (ages 60+): 1:30pm, Bowen Park Complex , This class is designed for people who experience difficulty doing floor exercises as it takes place in a chair. Class 1:30-2:30pm. $48 for 6 sessions, 250-7565200. 500 Bowen Rd. Indoors Island Roots Markets. See Jan 3 Kids In Film: Class For Kids (ages 8-15): 4:30pm, Hub City Cinema Society. Acting, voice, and movement are incorporated into classes where
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whatsondigest.com | JANUARY 2018 WED JAN 10 CONT’D professional coaches inspire and motivate kids on a voyage of self-discovery. We encourage kids to think quickly and communicate effectively. 4:30-6:30pm. 250-7142555. 15 Lois Lane. Silly Inventors (7-10 yrs): 4:30pm, Beban Social Centre, Join us for some weird and wonderful experiments. 250756-5200. 2300 Bowen Rd. Easy Raw Cuisine: Learn how easy it is to prepare tasty, raw vegan recipes that are gluten free, dairy free, soy free and guilt free. Learn how to make cinnamon rolls with caramel icing and almond milk, enchilada bites, vegetable pate, amazing avocados and wraps. 6-8:30pm. 250-756-5200. 6000 Oliver Rd. Quit Smoking for Good: 6:00pm, Beban Social Centre, Learn new strategies to help you quit smoking for good! There is a $10 guidebook available for this session. 250-756-5200 2300 Bowen Rd.
Whisky Club: 7:00pm, Arbutus Distillery, Hosted in the distillery’s cocktail lounge, 7pm. Taste through 3-4 drams selected to embody a particular theme. 250-7140027. 1890 Boxwood Rd. Music Trivia: 8:30pm, Every Wednesday and Thursday. , The Well Pub. 250-758-5513. 3956 Victoria Avenue. THU JAN 11 Easy Morning Fitness (age 60+): 8:00am, Bowen Park Complex. Low impact aerobic movements that help build functional strength. Enhance your ability to move through flexibility exercises and balance training. 250-756-5200. 500 Bowen Rd. Baby Ballet (3-5 years): 3:30pm, Oliver Woods Community Centre, An introduction to ballet in a fun-filled environment. 250-756-5200. 6000 Oliver Rd. Landfall and Departure: Epilogue: 7:00pm, Nanaimo Art Gallery, Our history of the sea is a record of misunderstanding the cries of
whales and the whispers of waves. Epilogue is the final project in a year of exhibitions, special projects, education programs and events. 250-754-1750. 150 Commercial St. Nanaimo Buccaneers vs Kerry Park Islanders: Puck drops at 7:15pm. “Alex Wickett, Paul Mithcell Live At Longwood”: a Free Concert Series: 8:00pm, The Longwood Brew Pub, Every Thursday at 8pm. 250.739.1611. 5775 Turner Rd. Live Music Night with “Gin & Sonics”: 8:30pm, Arbutus Distilleries. 250714-0027. 1890 Boxwood Rd. Music Trivia: 8:30pm, The Well Pub, Music Trivia. 250-758-5513. 3956 Victoria Ave. FRI JAN 12 Movie Release: The Commuter, Paddington 2, The Post, Proud Mary Adult Hockey 101: A program for adults and youth and is ideal for a great family hockey experience. Qualified
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instructors take you through the basics of holding a stick, stickhandling, and passing and of course, playing the game. 6:00am, Frank Crane Arena, 250-7565200. 2300 Bowen Rd. Landfall and Departure: Epilogue; Our history of the sea is a record of misunderstanding the cries of whales and the whispers of waves. But, as sea levels rise and fish stocks dwindle, being attuned to what the ocean is telling us is now more important than ever. 250-754-1750. 150 Commercial St. Artworks (2-3 yrs of age): 10:00am, Creative Escape Art Studio, Join us and play, paint, squeeze and sculpt. Create a different art project and discover the world of art and creativity. 4750 Rutherford Rd. Canucks at Blue Jackets: 4pm on SNE, SNO, SNP, TVAS and FS-0. Friday Night Casks w. Live Music: see Jan 5 Themed Trivia Night: 7:00pm, Dinghy Dock Pub , Rick and Morty
January Home Games
Jan. 5 Alberni Valley .. 7:00 pm Jan. 14 Salmon Arm .... 2:00 pm Jan. 6 West Kelowna . 6:00 pm Jan. 31 Victoria ............ 7:00 pm Jan. 13 Powell River .... 6:00 pm All games are played at Frank Crane Arena. For tickets: phone (250) 751-0593, get them online at https://tickets.nanaimoclippers.com/ or at the Clippers’ office in Frank Crane Arena (upper mezzanine).
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“TIME” - CANADA’S PINK FLO What’s On Digest Nanaimo recently had the opportunity to interview, Gerry Pool, the drummer with the rock band “TIME” a Pink Floyd tribute band playing the Port Theatre Nanaimo February 10th.
WHAT’S ON: In your experience performing as a Pink Floyd tribute band what are some of the elements of the rock band TIME that make it a unique experience? Gerry Pool: The attention to detail. I have never been a part of any other project that spends as much time as we do on the details. Pink Floyd’s music is very scripted, and their fans are very intimate with Pink Floyd’s songs. They know when and where certain landmarks are in all the songs, they are also very intimate with the melodies of the solos throughout the songs, and expect to hear them - just like the record. We try to re-create the songs from the albums and bring it to a live setting. There is an immense amount pressure to get it right. The other part of the performance is the production side of things. We travel with the same production crew for each theatre we play. This way, we can ensure consistency from show to show. Our sound man, Mike, is a master of his craft. The lights and laser show always delivers on the “wow” factor thanks to our lighting tech, Andrew. Finally, the audio-visual part of the show is handled by Ken. From babies crying to helicopters landing, Ken knows how important his cues are. WO: Does the band have a single favourite song they love to perform live? GP: Everyone in the band has a favourite song. For me, I would have to say my favourite song that we play is “Comfortably Numb” the emotion in this song is incredible. A close second would have to be “Welcome to the Machine” The main reason for me is, being the drummer, I love the feel of both songs; both songs are very powerful. WO: How do you find the Port Theatre as a venue to perform? GP: The Port Theatre is an awesome theatre to play. The sound is fantastic, the theatre crew are
OYD EXPERIENCE great to work with, and the stage is second to none. I have to say this though, this is my home town, and so the nerves can go through the roof. The last thing anyone wants to do is stink it up in your own backyard. However, once you have a couple of songs under your belt, you’re back in the saddle - enjoying every second. WO: It’s been awhile since TIME played the Port – I understand it was a sell out crowd. How did you find the audience engagement level? Were people really into it? GP: We played the Port Theatre 2 years ago - almost to the day, and you’re right it was sold out. The audience was totally engaged. All those who attended were and are Pink Floyd fans. They know these songs, and as we would “start” a song, they would recognize it that quick and would hoot and holler right at the get go. - it was awesome. They really made us feel at home. WO: Pink Floyd is such a timeless and classic rock band. Do you think we will continue to see their music revered for many years to come? If so why? GP: You’re right, Pink Floyd’s music is timeless. And that is exactly why their music will be revered for many, many years to come. Their music was way ahead of its time. WO: Do you have merchandise for sale at the show? Gerry Pool: Yes, we do have merchandise for sale at our shows. There will be T shirts, Tank tops, toques, ball caps, picks, and stickers. WO: Can audience members meet the performers after the show? GP: Right after the show, we hustle up to the lobby to say hi and to say thank you. It’s Pink Floyd’s music that the people come to hear, and if we’ve done it right, some folks will like to let us know...
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FRI JAN 12 CONT’D trivia is coming to Nanaimo, come with a team of up to 6 people or try it solo. Cool prizes to be won. Tix online at myshowpass.com. 250-7532373. 8 Pirates Ln. Hip Hop (11-18 yrs): see Jan 5 Snowed In Comedy Tour: This tour has now grown to become one of the largest comedy tours in Canada. 8-10pm. Port Theatre250-754-8550. 125 Front St. Cosmic Bowling: See Jan 5 Karaokee: at The Well Pub see Jan 5 SAT JAN 13 Harbour City Football Saturdays: see Jan 3 Beachstone and Silver: Get inspired by natural beach stones polished to a shiny finish. Turn them into amazing pieces of jewelry combined with sterling silver. 9:30am4:30pm. Oliver Woods Community Centre, 250756-5200. 6000 Oliver Rd.
Under The Sea(6 to 10 years): A craft-themed class where you will make an ocean aquarium, sea creatures, ocean slime, shell picture frames and tissue paper turtles. You will take home a new craft each week. Saturdays, Jan.13Feb.17 from 10-11:15am. $40 for 6 Saturdays. 250756-5200. 6000 Oliver Rd. Beginner Basketball Drills and Skills: (7-12 yrs), This skills and drills clinic is a fun way to learn about basketball. 1:00pm, Oliver Woods Community Centre, 250756-5200. 6000 Oliver Rd. Seaside Wreath: 2pm, Lost Arts Club, Create and decorate your own unique seaside wreath. All ages and all supplies are included, Register. 2506194088. 2358 Wild Dove Rd. Meat Draw: 2:00pm, Royal Canadian Legion Branch #10 . 250-7534442. 129 Harewood Rd. Cosmic Bowling: See Jan 2
Nanaimo Clippers vs Powell River Kings: Puck drops at 6pm. 250751-0593. 2300 Bowen Rd. The Lion King Experience: Experience “The Lion King”, as you’ve never seen it before. This is a show the whole family will enjoy. For reservations please call Headliners. $10 Advance, 7:30pm, Beban Park Social Centre 250-5851811. 2300 Bowen Rd. Applausi Festivi: Italian Baroque Concerti: 7:30pm, St Andrews United Church, Victoria Baroque with Kati Debretzeni violin/leader (UK) A riot of fiery and virtuosic works by Italian Baroque masters, full of energy, drama, passion and drive! $28 / $25 senior / $5 student & child . 250 590 9770. 311 Fitzwilliam St. Johnny Inappropriate Live: 9:00pm, The Well Pub. 250-758-5513. 3956 Victoria Avenue. SUN JAN 14 Beach Mixed Media Art: 1:00pm, Lost Arts Club, Paint and decorate
your own unique beach themed painted collage art on a 9” x 12” or 11”x 14” Canvas board with hanging hardware. All ages and all supplies are included, Register. 250-619-4088. 2358 Wild Dove Rd. Super Hero Fun: Beban Pool, 1:30-3:30pm. 250756-5200. 2300 Bowen Rd. The Lion King Experience: 2:00pm, Beban Park Social Ctre. This is a show the whole family will enjoy. Tickets at West Coast ReSale-2231 McGarrigle Rd. For reservations please call Headliners. 250-585-1811. 2300 Bowen Rd. Nanaimo Clippers vs Salmon Arm Silverbacks: Puck drops at 2pm. 250-751-0593. 2300 Bowen Rd. Body Movement and Basic Mime for Performers with Yayoi Hirano: 3:30pm, Rotary Fieldhouse, Join mime dancer Yayoi Hirano in the exploration of how the body talks and which parts of your body speak more than words.
RRSP vs. TFSA No doubt you’re hearing lots about RRSPs at this time of year, but a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) isn’t the only tool available to help you in your retirement (or it shouldn’t be the only one). Have you considered a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)? TFSAs have been available since 2009, with a current annual maximum contribution amount of $5,500. Growth in a TFSA is tax free and it doesn’t count against any government benefits in retirement, potentially making it a better or important complementary investment tool when planning for retirement. You can hold GICs, mutual funds, cash and segregated funds in your TFSA, according to your risk tolerance. When you want to draw money, you can take it in lump sums or set up a monthly payment to supplement your other retirement streams. Are you curious about TFSAs and RRSPs? Let’s meet and see what’s best for your situation. Nahanni Ackroyd Financial Security Advisor, Freedom 55 Financial FMI SEE AD PG 9
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GOD IS A SCOTTISH DRAG QUEEN: THE SECOND COMING Back by popular demand! Our 2017-18 season continues on January 26 & 27 at 7:30pm with the riotously funny God is a Scottish Drag Queen: The Second Coming by Canadian comedian Mike Delamont. In one of the funniest stand-up routines ever, the omnipotent playwright as the Almighty returns to Nanaimo to confirm our misunderstanding of Him and what he really thinks about humanity. Don’t miss this second coming. General admission tickets to this celebratory comedy are $29 and $15 for students; available from www.theatreone.org and on show nights at the box office at VIU’s Malaspina Theatre
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SUN JAN 14 CONT’D 250-716-3230. 850 Third St. Cosmic Bowling: See Jan 2 Canucks at Wild: 4pm on SN & FS-N. Festival of Banners: Celebrate the past 30 years of the banner festival and kick off our new banner painting season. Support, or purchase. Fun festive evening. 4-7pm. Nanaimo Arts Council. 250-729-3947. Wharf St Location . Karaokee: Karaokee at The Well Pub 9pm. 250758-5513. 3956 Victoria Ave. MON JAN 15 Info Session Electrical and Refrigeration and A/C Mechanic Programs: 6:30pm,Consider a career as an electrician or an HVAC mechanic. Start towards a career in these handson, technical, in-demand trades. Info session at VIU’s Nanaimo campus. VIU, FREE, 900 Fifth St. Harbour City Newcomers: Male, female, singles couples. If your new to Nanaimo. A social network, friendship which includes, walking groups, hiking groups, stitch and knit groups, coffee groups, golf, potlucks etc. 7:00pm, Oliver Woods Community Centre. 6000 Oliver Rd. TUE JAN 16 Movie Release: Black Panther, Early Man Landfall and Departure Epilogue: is the final project in a year of exhibitions, special projects, education programs and events, that explore the question “What does it mean to live on an Island”, . 250754-1750. Nanaimo Art Gallery, 150 Commercial St. Kids Get Cooking (6-8 yrs): Develop kitchen skills, food knowledge and expanding your
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taste buds. Flavour, Texture, Colour, and Fun. 271 Pine St. Emerging Voices: 7:30 pm Harbour City Theatre, Emerging Voices is a series of readings of Canadian plays by local playwrights. 223 Riverview Lane: by Sean Harris OliverInside a typical family home, Henry, a young paramedic, confronts his wife with his suspicions of her infidelity. . 250-754-7587. 25 Victoria Rd. Karaokee: See Jan 2 Retro Night at “The Nanaimo Bar”: See Jan 2 WED JAN 17 Tiny Tots Playgroup: Wednesday weekly from 10am to 11am. Country Club Centre presents a free weekly drop-in playgroup for little ones and their caregivers. 250-758-1102. 2A-3200 North Island Highway. Learning Gardens Work Party: See Jan 2 Meditation & Yoga Nidra: 10:30am, Pennys Yoga . 250 586 5882. 684 Phillips St.. Indoors Island Roots Markets: See Jan 3 Silly Inventors (7-10 yrs): 4:30pm, Beban Social Centre, Some weird and wonderful experiments. 250-756-5200. 2300 Bowen Rd. Pulling Together Drumming Circle with Patrick Aleck: Join us for an inspiring evening of drumming, singing, storytelling, and conversation. Indigenous Education Coordinator, Arlene Deptuck, will be in the Gallery for 30 minutes prior to the drum circle to explore the current exhibition through an Indigenous lens. Registration is required, 6:307:15pm. Nanaimo Art Gallery. 250-754-1750. 150 Commercial St. Music Trivia: 8:30pm, The Well Pub. 250-7585513. 3956 Victoria Ave.
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Chili is one of those comfort foods that will fill your belly and warm you up from the inside. Use the following recipe for a tasty detour from your typical red chili. Make it on a morning before work and come home to the delicious smell of this family favourite. INGREDIENTS: 1 bag dried white beans 2 Onions 1/2 cup Garlic (chopped) 1-pound ground chicken or turkey 1 cup celery (chopped) 1 tsp Oregano 1/4 cup Olive oil 2 large green mild chili peppers (deseeded) 2 quarts chicken stock or water (to cover) 2 tsp Cumin METHOD: SautĂŠ onions, garlic, celery, chilies, chicken or turkey for 10 minutes on medium heat. Add half of the chicken stock. Then add salt, pepper, oregano and cumin and simmer for 45 minutes. Then adjust with the remaining chicken stock. Combine all ingredients in crock pot or large heavy-bottomed pot, bring to a boil and then simmer overnight, or 8 hours. Puree 1 cup beans for a thicker chili and serve. Garnish with shredded cheese, fresh cilantro, tarragon or basil, chopped Tabasco peppers, raw chopped onions or your favourite hot sauce.
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Yoga Moment All concepts are limited, for they are born of the mind
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Love Your Hair, Inc No cookie cutter styles here! We want you to Love Your Hair. Experience 3D colour with prism effects Waxing & Manicures E-6439 Portsmouth Rd. Nanaimo V9V 1R6
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THU JAN 18 Baby Ballet (3-5 years): Develop balance and coordination while learning dance moves. 10:00am, Oliver Woods Community Centre. 250756-5200. 6000 Oliver Rd. Art Attack (6-12 yrs): Let your artistic spirit soar as we examine different types of art and create our own modern-day masterpieces. 4:00pm, Beban Social Centre 250-756-5200. 2300 Bowen Rd. Nanaimo Buccaneers vs Campbell River Storm: 7:15pm, 250-616-1404. 750 Third St. “Live At Longwood” Every Thursday night a free live concert series featuring great local and touring musicians. 8pm. 250.739.1611. The Longwood Pub, 5775 Turner Rd. Music Trivia: 8:30pm, The Well Pub, 250-7585513. 3956 Victoria Avenue. Live Music Night with “Gin & Sonics”: 8:30pm, Arbutus Distilleries. 250714-0027. 1890 Boxwood Rd. FRI JAN 19 Nanaimo Early Spring Home Expo: 1:00pm, Beban Park Auditorium. You will be impressed by this year’s line-up. FREE all weekend, plus a chance to WIN dinner out. Friday 1-6pm, Saturday 9:30am-5:30pm, Sunday 10am-4pm 2300 Bowen Rd. Friday Night Casks w. Live Music: See Jan 5 Tiny Home Building Introductory Course: An innovative tiny home design and building education weekend, geared toward those interested in alternative small dwellings. Learn the “nuts and bolts” of how to design and build your very own tiny house. Included in this course, we will dis-
cuss trailer options, floor plans, legalities and living systems. Students will be walked through the steps of construction, and learn many do’s and dont’s. 7pm, Rotary Field House, 850 Third St. Cosmic Bowling: 8:00pm See Jan 5 Karaokee: 9:00pm, The Well Pub, 250-758-5513. 3956 Victoria Avenue. SAT JAN 20 Harbour City Football Saturdays: 9am - 4pm where we will have games ongoing from U7 to U11 at Beban Park Merle Logan Field. 250729-9400. 2253 Dorman Rd. Babysitter Training (1115 yrs): 9:00am, Beban Social Centre, The Red Cross Babysitting course covers everything from managing difficult behaviours to essential content on leadership and professional conduct as a babysitter. 250756-5200. 2300 Bowen Rd. Early Spring Home Expo: See Jan 19 Jazz and Hip Hop Combo (6-8 yrs): 11:30am, Oliver Woods Community Centre, Get into the dance moves with this upbeat class! This is great for dancers wanting to progress to other styles of urban dance. 250-7565200. 6000 Oliver Rd. Rock Art: Create your own unique rock art on a 12” x 12” stretched canvas. Choose from a variety of rock shapes and sizes as well as add driftwood, twigs, sand or lichen to decorate your canvas. All ages and includes all supplies.2:00pm, Lost Arts Club. 250-619-4088. 2358 Wild Dove Rd. Meat Draw: 2:00pm, Royal Canadian Legion Branch #10, 250-7534442. 129 Harewood Rd. Cosmic Bowling: See Jan 5
KOOL TOYS for “KIDS” from 1 to 92 Puzzles Winter evenings are the perfect time for puzzles. With more and more companies offering puzzles, these are a few of our favourites: The Ravensburger company has been making puzzles for over a hundred years. They have developed a solid reputation for their durable puzzles for all ages – from tray puzzles for kids to 2000+ pieces for grownups. Many of our customers like the fact that the puzzles pieces form a vertical / horizontal grid, for easier assembly.
puzzles. Giant knob puzzles introduce the basics of puzzles to little ones. Wood jigsaw puzzles offer a sturdy introduction to multi-piece puzzles without the frustration of bending cardboard. With hundreds of puzzles to choose from, there are many great designs to while away an evening.
Cobble Hill puzzles is a relative newcomer to the market. As the name suggests, they are a local company based out of Victoria! Their range of 275 piece puzzles are great for those with decreasing eyesight or fine motor skills, with larger pieces and grown up designs. A lot of our customers find their 1000 piece puzzles a particular challenge, as they are cut randomly – adding to the challenge. Family Puzzles, by Cobble Hill, are a great innovation that allow multi-age participants to work on a puzzle at the same time. From 350 to 400 pieces, they have three different size pieces. The little ones can be working on one side with the big pieces while the grownups have the small pieces on the opposite side. For younger puzzle enthusiasts, Melissa and Doug make great wooden starter
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What to do with your old computer What to do with your old personal computer? If you received, or purchased, a new computer recently chances are good that you will try to sell your older model. The used computer market is strong; but how much can you get for a used PC? If your computer was maintained by Bitrate computers you will have a virus-free, fast, and up to date system. This is a good thing. The type of person who buys a used computer typically has very good knowledge of what to look for. If the computer was neglected it will show and your ability to sell it at all, let alone making it worth the effort, will be compromised. So, if you want to command top dollar for your old system, and get on with enjoying your new one, ensure to take it in for regular checkups to Steve at Bitrate Computers in Nanaimo. Fair pricing, honest service and expert advice every time. © Rideout Communications. SAT JAN 20 CONT’D Starlight Skate: Enjoy our soft light “stars” and passive LED glow lights. This is a great night out for couples and families before dinner or before that “night out” with friends. 250-756-5200. 7:00pm, Nanaimo Ice Centre 750 Third St. Old City Laugh Lounge: ”Two shows7pm & 9pm. Noor Kidwai of Calgary, with special guests. Tickets on sale now at The Old City StationPub or online at myshowpass. com. 250-739-1611. 150 Skinner Sreet. On the Dock w/Brandon Stone and Guests: 7:00pm, Dinghy Dock Pub. Tix myshowpass. com. $22, includes return ferry & show, 250-7532373. 8 Pirates Lane. Canucks at Oilers: 7pm on HNIC. Nanaimo Buccaneers vs Peninsula Panthers: 7:30pm, 250-616-1404. 750 Third St.
Mozart and a Drum Roll: presented by V.I. Symphony: 7:30pm The Port Theatre, Guest Artist, Christopher Lee, Clarinet Pre-concert talk @ 6:30pm. Beauty, emotion, refinement, discovery. Classical masterworks penned by geniuses, including a picturesque overture, a Mozart rarity. A timeless concert and one of the best-crafted symphonies ever written. 250-7548550. 125 Front St . Vinyl Edge Live at The Well Pub: 9pm, The Well Pub. 250-758-5513. 3956 Victoria Avenue. SUN JAN 21 Family Literacy Week: January 21-27 is Family Literacy Week. The week is set aside to bring awareness to families that learning can happen in all different ways, settings, and levels. Most communities have something happening in their local libraries to celebrate.
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www.bitratecomputers.com Early Spring Home Expo: See Jan 19 Never Ever Days: The ultimate ADULT beginners package for anyone who hass ever considered trying skiing or snowboarding, providing everything you need equipment rental, lift ticket, and a lesson for just $25. All bookings are to be made at .nevereverdays.com. Adults only program, lesson is 11am-1pm, Mount Washington Alpine Resort, 1-905-856-4754. Strathcona Parkway. Pflag Nanaimo Monthly Meeting: 2pm, Brechin United Church, A safe, confidential peer support group for parents, family and friends of LGBTQ+ individuals. 1-888-5306777 (ext 566). 1998 Estevan St. Beaded Suncatchers: Make your own creative and colorful beaded wire dragonfly or butterfly suncatcher. All ages and all supplies are included,
2:00pm, Lost Arts Club 250-619-4088. 2358 Wild Dove Rd. Cosmic Bowling: See Jan 5 Canucks at Jets: 5pm on SN. Elvis Elvis Elvis: The Ultimate Tribute to the King: Featuring two of the greatest Elvis tribute artists in the world today, Shawn Klush and Cody Ray Slaughter. The closest thing to the King in concert! 7:00pm, Port Theatre . 250-754-8550. 125 Front St . Karaokee: at The Well Pub: 8:30pm, 3956 Victoria Ave. MON JAN 22 Thai Cooking: Authentic and tasty. Take home recipes of the excellent dishes. 6-7:30pm. Bowen Park Complex. 250-7565200. 500 Bowen Rd. 101 Dalmations: 7:00pm, VIU-Malaspina Theatre, Bring the family to our one of a kind performance of an old
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ELVIS ELVIS ELVIS
ULTIMATE TRIBUTE TO THE KING SUNDAY JANUARY 21ST • 7PM • PORT THEATRE
Shawn Klush is not your average Elvis Tribute Artist. He portrays Elvis so believably that he was once accused of using an actual photo of Elvis on his posters and advertising materials. So, it is no surprise to learn that Klush was the last man standing when Elvis Presley Enterprises decided to search the world for the best of the best Elvis tribute artists on the planet. Klush was crowned the world’s number one Elvis Tribute Artist in Memphis, TN in August 2009. The instant rise in popularity wasn’t a big stretch for Klush who had been honing his skills for over ten years. His youthful good looks had matured into a strong likeness to the King and his vocal abilities and on-stage charisma developed greatly as a result of this experience... timed perfectly to win the Ultimate Elvis championship.
“I’ve been blessed with the opportunity of having many of Elvis’ original people help me with my career” SHAWN KLUSH The Legends of Rock’n’roll (producers of Elvis Elvis Elvis) are the people behind this premier Elvis event starring Shawn Klush as Elvis in the 70’s and Cody Ray Slaughter as Elvis in the 50’s & 60’s plus the Legends All-Star Band with the Little Big Band Horns & TCB Singers. Check out the Red Robinson TV interview with Shawn Klush which includes several live on-stage video clips at www.ElvisElvisElvis.info
For Tickets please call the Port Theatre Box office: 250-754-8550
Nanaimo Lions: 100 years of giving back to the community. The Lions Club of Nanaimo is proud to be a member of Lions International. Our club is in Multiple District 19 which is comprised of the Vancouver Island B.C. and Western Washington State, U.S.A. Lions Clubs. Meetings: 1st. and 3rd. Mondays at 6:30 P.M. Location: - Old Age Pensioners Hall, - 2465 Labieux Road, Nanaimo. About Lions “100 Years of Service” Since 1917, Lions clubs have offered people the opportunity to give something back to their communities. From involving members in projects as local as cleaning up an area park or as far-reaching as bringing sight to the world’s blind. Lions clubs have always embraced those committed to building a brighter future for their community. Today with more than 46,000 clubs in 193 countries and geographical areas, Lions have expanded their
focus to help meet the ever-increasing needs of our global community. Our programs are continually changing to meet new needs and greater demands, but our mission has never wavered: “We Serve.”
SAT. JAN. 6 AND SUN. JAN. 7 Nanaimo Lions 55th. annual Christmas Tree “Chip Up” at Nanaimo North Centre S.W. Parking Lot (by Montana’s). Trees accepted between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM. Donation only to Lions Club charities. If more information is desired, call Lion Bob Rowledge at 250-390-9192.
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DVD Releases Cinema Jan 5: Molly’s Game, Insidious: The Last Key, Day of the Dead: Bloodline, Surge of Power: Revenge of the Sequel, Devil’s Gate. Jan 12: The Post, The Commuter, Paddington 2, Proud Mary, Humor Me. Jan 19: 12 Strong, Forever My Girl, Den of Thieves, The Midnight Man. Jan 26: Maze Runner: the Death cure, Arctic Justice Thunder Squad, White Boy Rick, Please Standy by me, Primal Rage, American Folk, The Competition, The Insult.
Jan 3: Middle School: The worst years of my life, Operation Avalanche, Run the Tide, Denial. Jan 10: Max Steel, The Summoning, Deepwater Horizon, The Accountant, Sold, Closet Monster, Under the Shadow, Kevin Hart: Whats Now? Jan 17: The Girl on the Train, Ouija: Origin of Evil, Keeping Up with the Joneses, The Free World, Silicon Cowboys, Harry & Snowman, The Whole Truth, Dancer, Zero Days Jan 24: Inferno, The Light Between Oceans, USS Indianapolis: Men of Courage, The Handmaiden, The Monster, The Vessel, I’m Not Ashamed Jan 24: Jack Reacher: Never Go Back, Masterminds, Queen of Katwe, Danny Says, Gimme Danger
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Did you indulge during the holidays? Its almost customary to gain the holiday 10lbs. I get it I have done that countless times in the past! That’s totally ok if that is what has happened. There is always upside! The upside to this is you know have January and the rest of the year to kick some serious butt. Now lets get to work before that 10lbs decides to take up permanent residence. We certainly don’t want that hanging around. Here are some steps to help rid that extra holiday fun: 1. Drink plenty of water 2. Join my fitness classes or online program Starts January 9th 3. Go around your place and rid any of the left over goodies. Throw them out literally because if its in your house you will eat it. 4. Make a plan on how to fit in some exercise 5. Set some goals and stick to them and be serious about it. 6. Start meal planning. 7. Get your body moving if only walking out your front door. Now you definitely don’t want to dwell on what happened. I know I am one MON JAN 22 CONT’D favorite. Tickets can be purchased at Headliners Performing Arts. 250585-1811. 900 Fifth St. TUE AN 23 Cheese Making (7-12 yrs): Mozzarella Madness-learn how to make your own cheese. Make mini mozzarella pizzas and learn the science of cheese making. 4:00pm, Beban Social Centre, 250-756-5200. 2300 Bowen Rd.
Canucks vs Kings: 7pm on SNP and FS-W. Youth Basketball (1218 yrs): till March 13, Tuesday evenings from 7:45-8:45pm. Oliver Woods Community Ctr. 250-756-5200. 6000 Oliver Rd. Karaokee: The Well Pub. 250-758-5513. 3956 Victoria Ave. Retro Night at “The Nanaimo Bar”: 9:30pm. 250-716-0466. 2-75 Front St.
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to sometimes get carried away over the holidays. That’s ok and life is about balance but sometimes the balance meter can sway to way to far to the other side. Follow the above steps and you will be fine! For more info on my classes or online fitness programs head over to www.bodytempo. com or book on my online booking app in the APP store under Body Tempo Health and Fitness Erin Crawford Owner of Body Tempo Health and Fitness Personal Trainer and Lifestyle Coach
WED JAN 24 Tiny Tots Playgroup: 10:00am, Country Club Centre, 250-758-1102. 2A-3200 North Island Highway. Indoors Island Roots Markets: See Jan 3 Music Trivia: 8:30pm, The Well Pub. 250-7585513. 3956 Victoria Ave. THU JAN 25 Golden Year Savings Day: Seniors 55+ are invited for special savings at select merchants, free
coffee or tea & a treat from 10am to 11am & again at 2pm to 3pm with a free live music performance from Howie James & the Howlettes in the Food Court. Country Club Centre. 250-7581102. 2A-3200 North Island Highway. Baby Ballet (3-5 years): See Jan 4 Art Attack (6-12 yrs): See Jan 4 Tiny Tots On Stage and TV (ages 4-7): In this eight week class, we will
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2016 Red Rooster Pinot Gris A light crisp refreshing wine the 2016 Red Rooster Pinot Gris reminds us of summer afternoons creating memories with friends. Pairs most excellently with scallops, shrimp cocktail and mango chicken. This sipping wine leaves your palate clean and refreshed. Aromas of honeydew, lime, grapefruit and juicy pear. Bring a splash of summer fun into your holiday season. Proudly perched on BC’s scenic Naramata Bench, the Red Rooster Winery blends craftsmanship and creative spirit in each of its award-winning wines. Get yours at The Landing Liquor Store Nanaimo, BC © Rideout Communications
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THU JAN 25 CONT’D play fun drama games to sharpen our acting skills, create a group performance and how to act on camera! Till Mar.1st, 4:305:30pm, Instructor,Taylor Manns. 4:30pm, Spotlight Academy, Hub City Cinema Society, 250714-2555. 15 Lois Lane. Take 2 Advanced Audition: This Advanced Scene Study Course is for the Intermediate Actor who is completely invested in a professional acting career. Studio One . 250-714-2555. 15 Lois Lane. Canucks vs Sabres: 7pm on SNP and MSG-B. Nanaimo Buccaneers vs Saanich Braves: 7:15pm. 250-616-1404. 750 Third St. The Pack A.D: At The Queen’s with special guests The Stacks and Under The Mountain. Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 8pm. 250754-6751 . 34 Victoria Crest. “Live At Longwood” a Free Concert Series: 8:00pm 250.739.1611. 5775 Turner Rd. Music Trivia: 8:30pm, The Well Pub, 3956 Victoria Ave. Live Music Night with “Gin & Sonics”: See Jan 18 FRI JAN 26 Art Battle: 12 Artists, 3 Rounds and 1 winner. Live competive painting. 7pm. New to Nanaimo, this popular event has been running in Victoria and around the world.
A high paced event that turns the painter into a warrior completing a piece of art in just 20 minutes. The audience is the judge. First event at Evolve Nightclub, 241 Skinner St. Tix .artbattle. ticketfly.com. Movie Release: Maze Runner: The Death Cure Friday Night Casks w. Live Music: See Jan 19 Hip Hop (11-18 yrs): 7:00pm, Vibe Dance Studio, 250-756-5200. 1969 Boxwood Rd. God is a Scottish Drag Queen: the Second Coming. Back by popular demand, in one of the funniest stand-up routines ever, the omnipotent playwright as the Almighty returns to Nanaimo to confirm our misunderstanding of Him and what he really thinks about humanity. Written and performed by Canadian comedian Mike Delamont 7:30pm, VIUs Malaspina Theatre 250-754-7587. 900 5th St. International Guitar Night: 7:30pm, The Port Theatre, A Port Theatre Spotlight Series Presentation. Showcasing world class talent: IGN host and Gypsy Jazz legend Lulo Reinhardt; Canadian sensation Calum Graham; Poland’s innovative Marek Pasieczny; and award-winning American guitarist Michael Chapdelaine. Adults $42 | Members $38 | Youth/ Student $12.50 | eyeGO $5. 250-754-8550. 125 Front St.
whatsondigest.com | JANUARY 2018 FRI JAN 26 CONT’D Cosmic Bowling: See Jan 5 Karaokee: at The Well Pub: 9:00pm. 250-7585513. 3956 Victoria Ave. SAT JAN 27 Harbour City Football Saturdays: See Jan 20 Red Cross Emergency First Aid: Approved by the Provincial Child Care Licensing Board. Course gives training in the skills necessary to deal with breathing and circulatory emergencies. It includes CPR C and instruction on the use of AED, as well as EpiPens and metred dose inhalers. Treatment for wounds, bleeding, unconsciousness, and shock will also be covered. 9:00am, Beban Social Centre . 250-7565200. 2300 Bowen Rd. Saturday Studio-Art Classes for kids: See Jan 7 Seed Starting at Home: Think of the money you can save by growing your own vegetable starters. Learn about when to start and how to care for them in your home or backyard greenhouse. 10am-12pm. Beban Park Community Gardens 250-756-5200. 2300 Bowen Rd. Casting Director Workshops: Kathleen Mayrs (Widdows) One of the most loved and well respected Commercial Casting Directors, will conduct workshops with an in-depth look at improv for commercial auditions and inflection
work with commercial scripts.11:00am, Spotlight Academy 250-7142555. 1975 Haslam Rd. Cosmic Bowling: See Jan 5 Sing for Pure Joy!: 6:30pm, La Rosa Gardens, Raise your voice in glorious song. Every voice is welcome. No experience is needed (250) 285-3764 or (250) 202-1003. 1211 Cloke Rd. An Acoustic Tribute to Feist: A great evening out with the acoustic sounds of FEIST also featuring: Adrian Chalifour (from Towers and Tress), Kate Wood, Tora Leigh and more. Tickets, The Dinghy Dock Pub, or online at ticketzone.com. 7:00pm. 250 753-2373. 8 Pirates Lane. God is a Scottish Drag Queen: see Jan 26 Night Owls Live: at The Well Pub, 9:00pm. 250758-5513. 3956 Victoria Avenue. SUN JAN 28 Vets Ski Week: VISAS hosts Canadian Armed Forces ill and injured members rehabilitation process by introducing or re-introducing them to on-snow activities. Members come from across Canada under the sponsorship of the CAF Soldier On Program. 9:30am, Mount Washington Alpine Resort. 250334-5755. Strathcona Parkway. Floral Mixed Media: Paint and decorate your own unique floral themed mixed media art on a stretched canvas.
All supplies are included, 2pm, Lost Arts Club. 2506194088. 2358 Wild Dove Rd. Cosmic Bowling: See Jan 2 Karaokee: at The Well Pub 8:30pm. 250-7585513. 3956 Victoria Ave. MON JAN 29 Professional Programs For Teens (ages 13-16): Involves scene study, character development and on-camera audition technique for the new teen actor as well as the more seasoned one. Mondays, 6-8pm, Jan.29Mar.11.) Studio One Academy. 250-714-2555. Downtown Studio. TUE JAN 30 Trailblazers: Enjoy fresh air while exploring some of the hiking trails around the Nanaimo area. Complete a fiveto seven-kilometer hike with balance work and a good stretch. Locations vary. Class runs from 9-10:30am on Tuesdays starting Jan.30 through Mar.13. Meet in the Lobby, 9:00am, Nanaimo Ice Centre 250-756-5200. 750 Third St. Canucks vs Avalanche: 7pm on SNP and ALT. Karaokee: The Well Pub at 8:30, 3956 Victoria Ave. WED JAN 31 Tiny Tots Playgroup: Country Club Centre, Wednesdayweekly from 10am to 11am. 250-7581102. 2A-3200 North Island Highway. Indoors Island Roots Markets: See Jan 3
Motorcycle & Marine Technician: Free Information Session. Find out more about how VIU’s Motorcycle & Marine Technician Foundation Program can move you into a career in these fields 6:30pm, VIU Nanaimo Campus, 900 Fifth St. Horticulture Program: 9-month Horticulture Technician Foundation Program prepares students for landscaping and landscape design, to nursery work and greenhouse production. Taught at the G.R. Paine Horticultural Centre, a 32-acre site close to VIU’s Nanaimo campus at which students grow bedding plants, ornamental nursery materials, native plants and forest seedlings. FREE information session. 6:30pm, Vancouver Island University. 900 Fifth St. Nanaimo Clippers vs Victoria Grizzlies: Puck drops at 7pm. Frank Crane Arena 2300 Bowen Rd. Open Session at Nanaimo Art Gallery: A monthly reading and discussion seminar for practising artists and community members to explore issues related to contemporary art. Sessions are facilitated by art historian, Marie Leduc, PhD. From 7-9pm, registration required. 250-754-1750. 150 Commercial St. Music Trivia: 8:30pm, The Well Pub. 3956 Victoria Ave.
Trivia Answers #2c 1. Snowman nose 2. Snowman arm 3. House vent 4. House corner 5. Mans coat colour 6 Boy’s hand 7. Tree top. 8. Tree smaller. 9 Man’s hat. 10. Slope line longer.
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Simon Says... Rock the Boat
In social contexts we often see or hear what we want to. We look for and hold onto things that reinforce what we believe to be true and we are apt to ignore or disregard evidence to the contrary. This bias is self-serving, or Trumpian if you like, in that it often has little to do with reality and everything to do with providing comfort to the perceiver and stability of the ‘self ’. Because we often don’t tend to question our own biases it may be tempting to accept the notion that ‘perception is reality’. For example, when we hear a story about a famous person who supposedly did something awful we are quick to accept it. It may be that this reaction excuses our having to learn more about them or find out for ourselves if what we heard was true. Simply put, perception is not reality any more than a rumour is truth. If anything, perception reflects our built-in ability to filter what we see or hear, according to certain parameters, to reach understanding. When truth itself is not immediately knowable what remains is perception. It can become even more difficult to separate truth from fiction when a group of people share an erroneous perception. When this occurs we now have what is called: groupthink. Groupthink is a psychological phenomenon that occurs in a group when the desire to fit in with the group results in acceptance of irrational beliefs. Numerous studies on this suggest that individual perceptions are very often flawed and imbued with biases. More studies still have found that groupthink is usually based on false perceptions about truth and reality. So, we have a situation where certain phenomena give rise to perceptions which are recognized to be false, or grossly biased, but somehow still form the underpinning of what we tell ourselves individually or what we accept as a group. What the heck is wrong with us!?! Perhaps it is the fact that it’s all too easy to play along or to go along with the group and not rock the boat. Perhaps we are hard-wired to not make a scene or maybe we have just learned that making a scene is too much effort with too little reward. Whatever the case may be, we have just flipped the calendar to 2018 and are into a new year and a new start. If you find yourself complicit, within a group context, of ‘toeing the line’ stop for a minute and think about the reasons for what you believe. You can be the master of your perceptions if you become aware of the reasons underlying them. If you feel yourself having a knee-jerk reaction to something count to 10 and use that time to question your assumptions. Give yourself the time to reflect and analyse what you are seeing and hearing. You may just find that your initial, instinctive, reaction or perception of something was not correct. If this is the case, then maybe it’s time to hit reset on some of what you believe and to really think about why you believe it. A good place to start is with patience, awareness of your tendency to pre-judge, and a little critical thinking. Happy New Year!
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