Nov 2013 Parksville Qualicum Whats On Digest

PARKSVILLE, QUALICUM BEACH & AREA NOVEMBER 2013

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We encourage submissions and listings from the community. Event listings are free. Submission deadline for the December 2013 Home Edition issue is November 15th.

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November 2013 Events Every Week Events What's On Screen Live Entertainment Restaurant Directory

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Trivia What's The Dif Dinner & Movie Contest

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Clair Leger with Gurdeep Nagra, Owner of Saheli Boutique in Downtown Parksville.

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EVENT LISTINGS FRI NOV 1 TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Meeting 9:00am. Every Fri. Nanoose Bay Library Hall, 2489 Nanoose Rd. 250-821-5495

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Poppy Campaign Veterans, Legion Members & Cadets will be at various locations in Parksville & Qualicum Beach from Oct 25 - Nov 10, handing out poppy pins in exchange for donations.

Art Exhibition Painters Lesley Gregory, Chris Kazeil and Diane McCarten in all three galleries (until Nov 19). TOSH Arts Centre, 122 Fern Rd. W, Qualicum Beach. 250752-6133 BC-SPCA Flea Market 9:00am. Antiques, jewelry, kitchen wares, gardening tools, pet supplies dvd's, books & more. Nov 1 (9am7pm) & Nov 2 (9am-4pm).

Wembley Mall, 826 W. Island Hwy, Parksville.

Understanding Email 9:30am. BLT (Family Place), 494 Bay Ave, Parksville.

250-947-8258 Chronic Pain Management Workshop 1:30pm. This workshop will improve your understanding of the principles of pain management, its treatments & more. Seating is limited, register early!

Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville.

1-866-414-7766 SAT NOV 2 Farmers Market 8:30am. Every Sat. Veterans Way at Memorial. Qualicum Beach. 250-240-1233 Stranded Colourwork 9:00am. Nov 2 & Nov 9 (4pm-5:30pm). $50. Let's Knit, #2, 211 Second Ave. W, Qualicum Beach. 250594-3608

SAT NOV 2

Red Cross Emergency First Aid AED/CPR 9:00am. Designed to teach people (14yrs+) about injury prevention. Retraining recommended every 3 years.

Cost is $80.35. Pre-register with RDN, Recreation and Parks. 250-752-5014

1st Annual Winter Studio Tour 10:00am. 24 local artisans from Nanaimo to Courtenay open their studios for a weekend of exploration, discovery & experience.

Find a perfect gift or that must-have piece of art, bought directly from the person that created it. 250937-1702 Grace United Church Fall Bazaar 10:00am. Refreshments, bake table, crafts, home made children’s clothes, silent auction & more.

Grace United Church, 2304 Alberni Hwy, Coombs. 250758-4679

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Island Arts Expo 10:00am. Art Show & Sale, Guest Speakers, Workshops & Tutorials, Entertainment, Raffle, Good Food and more. Entrance by donation to the Food Bank. Nov 2 & 3 (10am-4pm). Lighthouse Community Centre, 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Beach.

250-757-8003 Alpine Gardeners of Central Vanc. Island 10:30am. Paul Spriggs: Island Alpine & Art of Crevice Garden. Bring bag lunch.

Coffee/tea provided. $5 door fee. Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach.

250-594-4423 Wild Edible Mushroom Workshops 1:00pm. Four workshops (Nov 2, 3, 4 & 9). Errington.

250-327-6931 CCCU Sponsored Skate 2:00pm. Free admission

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Moonlight Madness

Warm Gift Ideas for Winter Stuffed animals & Bear Paw Mitts

Parksville Lioness Xmas Craft Fair 10:00am. 80 Crafters and home-made luncheon available. All monies donated to our local charities. Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville.

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Stylish gloves, scarves, hats & more!

Mon - Sat 9:30am to 5:00pm Sundays 12:00am to 4:00pm

142 2nd Avenue West, Qualicum Beach

250-752-1391 • www.fayesgifts.ca

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SAT NOV 2 & skate rentals, courtesy of Parksville Branch Credit Union (2pm-3:30pm).

Oceanside Place Arena, 830 W. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-3252 Annual Fall Supper 4:30pm. Enjoy a delicious turkey dinner. Two sittings: 4:30pm and 6:00pm. All proceeds from event go to community programs. Arrowsmith Hall, 1014 Ford Rd, Coombs. 250-752-975

Fundraiser Dance featuring Baby Jane 7:00pm. Oceanside Atom Generals Halloween Fundraiser Dance. No minors.

Tickets $20 at Wilde & Sparrow, MOD & Cranky Dog. Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach.

250-240 1871 Generals vs. Nanaimo 7:30pm. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 W. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-240-5535 Coffee House 7:30pm. Admission is $5

SAT NOV 2 for adults, Performers free.

Refreshments available.

Errington Hall, 1390 Errington Rd. 250-248-5106 SUN NOV 3 Daylight Savings Time 2:00am. It's time to "Fall Back"& gain an extra hour of sleep. Don't forget to turn your clocks back one hour!

Music on Sunday 2:30pm. Enjoy a musical performance every Sunday in November (Nov 3, 10, 17 & 24). TOSH, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6133 Free Tasting Event 3:00pm. Free tasting of Red Racer Beer and Betty's Vodka Coolers. No minors.

Ocean Liquor Store, 491 E. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250586-2890 Soundgarden Jam 7:30pm. Bring your guitars, hand drums, keyboards and other instruments to play music. $5 at door. Drop-in.

Soundgarden,1014 Ford Rd, Coombs. 604-518-8025 MON NOV 4 City Council Meeting 6:00pm. Parksville City Hall, 100 Jensen Ave. E, Parksville. 250-248-6144

SECOND AVE. CLEARANCE Your Fashion Outlet Centre What an exciting fall season with

FABULOUS FALL FASHIONS!

Arrived t Jus Special Clearance of Fall & Winter Coats

Light weight fashion for warmth without weight. These smart coats are perfect for our climate!

While you're in our store, check out the great selection of tunics - perfect with skinny jeans, new slim fit pants or one of our great tights.

All at

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250-752-8780 146 W. Second Ave Qualicum Beach Shop Mon. to Sat. 9:30am to 5pm Sun. & Holidays 10am to 4pm

TRIVIA QUESTIONS are Alpha Centauri and 1 What Sirius? & Indian Oceans border 2 Atlantic what country? first TV was sold in what 3 The decade?

4 Who has won the most Oscars? country grows the most 5 Which fruit?

Answers found in this issue

1155 Resort Drive Parksville BC V9P 2E3 Phone Orders 250-248-1838 Online Orders www.GROTTOSPA.com

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MON NOV 4 Town Council Meeting 7:00pm. Town Hall, 660 Primrose St, Qualicum Beach. 250-738-2190 Arbutus Toastmasters 7:00pm. Every Mon. Everyone Welcome. Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-248-1926 TUE NOV 5 Woodcarving 8:30am. Every Tuesday.

Oceanside Middle School, 980 Wright Rd, Parksville.

250-951-3001 Munchkinland 9:00am. Every Tue & Thu until Dec-19. Fun place where children and families learn and grow together (ages 0-6). Munchkinland (French Creek Community School), 2350 Alberni Hwy, Coombs. 250-248-8515 Qualicum Probus Club 9:00am. Meetings on 1st Tue of each month. St. Stephen's Church Hall, 150 Village Way, Qualicum Beach. 250-738-0350 Healthy Caregivers Support Group 10:00am. Clinical Counselor, Allison Reeves leads this regular support group E TH LL AT HA S T AR ITY ST

TUE NOV 5 for people who look after a relative with health problems. Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-951-0243

TUE NOV 5 included, finished is frameable. $25. Pre-register.

Helping Healing Hands, #5-205 Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-954-3733

Free Classes: Learn How To Mediate 5:30pm. Simple & effective techniques will allow you to master stress, improve your health, face yourself, & achieve balance. Every Tue in Nov. The MAC, 133 McMillan St, Parksville.

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Parksville Lions Club 7:00pm. Meetings on 1st and 3rd Tue of the month.

Lions Pioneer Village, 241 Moilliet St, Parksville. 250586-7080 Rock & Gem Club 7:00pm. Meetings on first Tue of month (no meeting in Dec, Jun, Jul & Aug). Arrowsmith Hall, 1014 Ford Rd, Coombs. 250-248-6177

WED NOV 6 Gentle Exerice Laughing Hatha Yoga and Arm Chair Yoga. Every Wed. Pre-registration required. Helping Healing Hands, #5-205 Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-954-3733 Poetry Reading 7:00pm. Images and poetry intersect in this compelling collaboration that tells the story of a small forest community damaged by wildfire. Island Exposures Art Gallery, #5-183 W. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-5865225

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Dad’s and Kids Skate 6:30pm. Come skate on the Pond (6:30-7:30pm).

Free admission for Dads with their kids, sponsored

by BLT. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 W. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-3252 Memory Pages Easy to make! Give loved one's a gift that keeps on giving! In class you make two memory pages, using pictures you choose of days gone by. All other supplies

Rainbow Stew Cloggers 12:00pm. Every Wed. Community Hall, 644 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250468-7478 Carpet Bowling 12:45pm. Every Wed & Mon. Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-1156 Oceanside Photographers Club 7:00pm. Meetings are first Wed of every month. East Room, Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach.

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Music Bingo 7:30pm. Every Wed. Rod & Gun Pub, 163 Alberni Hwy Parksville. 250-248-6511 THU NOV 7 Computer Tutoring 9:00am. Every Thu & Tue. BLT (Family Place), 494 Bay Ave, Parksville. 250947-8258 Newcomers Club 7:00pm Meetings on 1st

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THURSDAY NOVEMBER 21st 5:30PM ‘TIL LATE

Savings & Specials – Shop & Win Contest Hot Chocolate & Cookies Christmas Tree Light-Up

Photos with Santa Carriage Rides & More

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THU NOV 7 Thu of month. Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-248-6234

SAT NOV 9 Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250757-8978

FRI NOV 8 Local Climate Change and YouTube 9:30am. BLT (Family Place), 494 Bay Ave, Parksville.

250-947-8258 Christmas in Coombs Craft Fair 1:00pm. Come browse for that special Christmas Gift at this 3-day craft fair! Nov 8 (1pm-6pm), Nov 9 (10am-5pm) & Nov 10 (11am-4pm). Bradley Centre, 975 Shearme Rd, Parksville. 250-752-5674 SAT NOV 9

Knox "Perfect Gift" Christmas Craft Fair 9:30am. Great variety of original gift selections.

Free Admission, Concession with Light Lunch and Convenient Parking. Knox United Church, 345 Pym St, Parksville. 250-248-3927 Fairy Tales Swim 10:00am. Bring your preschoolers to this fun and imaginative family swim.

Ravensong Aquatic Centre, 737 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-5014

A Special Night at the Silent Movies 7:00pm. Featuring pianist Bruce Voght & short films

by Harold Lloyd & Charlie Chaplin. TOSH Arts Centre, 122 Fern Rd W. Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6133 Generals vs. Comox 7:30pm. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 W. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-240-5535 SUN NOV 10 Music on Sunday 2:30pm. Enjoy a musical performance every Sunday in November (Nov 3, 10, 17 & 24). TOSH, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6133 MON NOV 11 Remembrance Day On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, Canadians are asked to pause in memory of the thousands of men and women who have sacrificed their lives in military service. For details about Remembrance Day services, please contact your local branch of the Royal Canadian Legion.

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Film: “HomeopathyMedicine or Magic?”

11:00am. Join local Homeopath, Colin Gillies, for a video & discussion about the science, safety and effectiveness of homeopathy.

Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville.

250-951-0243

Qualicum Beach Garden Club Meeting 7:00pm. Guest speaker: Ron Long, professor and wildlife photographer, on Native Plants of Western Australia. Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-7979

Ducks Unlimited Fundraising Gala 5:30pm. Live and Silent Auctions, Raffles & Games, Door Prizes, Catered Meal & more. Cocktails (5:30pm), Dinner (7pm), Live Auction (8:30pm). Tickets $75 each.

Public Open House 10:00am. Town Hall, 660 Primrose St, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6921 Electromagnetic Radiation and Health 1:00pm. Anna Christina Doehring explains the

Kids Helping Kids in our Community Nov 1 – dec 14, 2013 Does your child need a fresh haircut for the holidays? Do you feel like giving to a worthy cause? Then this fundraising event at Tigh-Na-Mara’s Grotto Spa is for you!

From November 1st to December 14th, 100% of proceeds from each Children’s Cut & Style will be donated by the stylists and staff of the Grotto Spa and Tigh-Na-Mara Resort to the District 69 Society of Organized Services.

To book your child’s holiday Cut & Style for $25 AND to help out in your community, please call the Grotto Spa at 250-248-1838.

BLACK FRIDAY

bling sale! & SATURDAY

2 DAYS OF SPECIAL HOLIDAY

SALES, DISCOUNTS & MORE!

FRI. NOV 29 (10AM – 9PM) SAT. NOV 30 (10AM – 5PM)

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B O U T I Q U E 124 Alberni Hwy • 250-586-2228

D O W N T O W N PA R K S V I L L E saheliboutique

CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAYS NOV. 6 thru NOV. 9

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PET PHOTOS WITH

SANTA CLAWS SATURDAY NOV. 16 11:00AM - 3:00PM

minimum donation $5/photo

Proceeds donated to local rescues 104-280 ISLAND HWY E. PARKSVILLE 250-248-2673 Bosleys in Parksville

Winterfest

& Craft Fair November 22, 23 & 24 Parksville Community Centre TEAM

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WED NOV 13 impact of electrical equipment + WiFi and what you can do to reduce the impact of EMR on your health. Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-951-0243 Parksville/Qualicum Elks Lodge #589 Meetings on Nov 13 & 27.

Legion #76, 180 Veterans Way, Qualicum Beach, 250752-0322 THU NOV 14 Kettle Campaign Donate whatever funds you can to support the work of The Salvation Army during the Christmas season and throughout the year.

Look for Christmas kettles in front of supermarkets, liquor stores and other locations. To volunteer, call 250-248-8793 Lyme Disease Group 1:00pm. For details on this group, email pqblyme@ gmail.com. Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-951-0243

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Brown Butter Balsamic Tequila Lime Chinese Dragon Breath BBQ Jack Daniels Maple Whiskey and more!

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Mid Island Floral Art Club Meeting 1:45pm. Demo & Do with a Christmas theme, including Urn & Mantle arrangements, Candlescape & Table Wreaths. St. Stephens Church, 150 Village Way, Qualicum Beach. 250937-1350

Murder Mystery Dinner 5:30pm. A sprinkling of comedy & slapstick, mixed with murder, mayhem and fine food. Final Approach Restaurant, 1000 Ravensbourne Lane (Qualicum Airport). 250-248-1031 Parksville Chamber of Commerce Dinner 5:30pm. Networking 5:30 p.m., dinner 6:30 p.m.

Guest speaker, Showcase tables & more. $30/pp.

THU NOV 14 Quality Resort Bayside, 240 Dogwood St, Parksville.

250-248-3613 Music Bingo 7:00pm. French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Rd, Parksville. 250-248-3713 FRI NOV 15 Open House Events For a list of the weekend's upcoming Open House events in Parksville, Qualicum Beach and surrounding areas, contact Don Ballard & Amy Hadikin at Macdonald Realty, 668 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-594-4000 iPad Topic of Month 9:30am. BLT (Family Place), 494 Bay Ave, Parksville.

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4th Annual All Decked Out Crafters Market 5:00pm. Exciting two-day craft event! Friday is an exclusive 19+ ticketed evening of shopping, mingling, live music & more. Saturday is a full day of shopping. Nov 15 (5pm-9pm) and Nov 16 (10am-3pm).

Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort & Conference Centre, 1155 Resort Dr, Parksville. 250-586-0809 Country Opera 7:00pm. Open stage (3rd Fri of month, Sep-May).

Musicians & children free.

Rodeo Grounds, 2601 Alberni Hwy, Coombs. 250752-3998 Film: Hit N' Strum 7:00pm. A career woman attempts to clear her conscience by befriending her hit & run victim. Beach Flicks (Eaglecrest Golf Club) 2035 Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6311

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Craftacular Handmade for the holidays story by BRENDA GOUGH

All Decked Out Crafter Market November 15 – 16, 2013

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ith a new home and a variety of talented vendors, this year’s All Decked Out Crafter Market promises to be a fun and entertaining shopping experience in Parksville.

Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort & Conference Centre is the new home of All Decked Out, which is now being held over two days, November 15 and 16.

An exclusive 19 plus ticketed evening of shopping and mingling with live musicians providing entertainment will take place on Friday, November 15. There will be grab bags handed out to the first 100 shoppers who come through the door as well as a fun photo booth. Tickets are $10 each and include a signature cocktail. A portion of ticket sales will go to charity and will also be valid for Saturday admission as well.

Market organizers Megan Olsen and Trish Smith say the weekend event will not only provide an opportunity to shop for unique gifts, but will also promote creativity in the area’s youth.

“We want to focus on youth art so we have chosen to support the Mosaic Youth Talent Showcase presented by Rotary Club of Parksville,” explained Olsen, who added

“$3 from every ticket sold for the Friday evening event will go directly to Mosaic scholarships.” The Mosaic Talent Showcase provides talented youth in the community a chance to perform and receive a bursary to help further their training and education in their performing art.

Smith said the venue will provide a beautiful warm setting for their market which offers exclusive to high-quality, handmade crafts, repurposed art and furniture and more.

They invite people to come out and enjoy a meal or beverage before strolling through the wide variety of vendors offering unique and special gifts created by a wide variety of artists.

Saturday, November 16 will be a full day of browsing where shoppers will discover over 40 artisan vendors. There will also be door prize draws throughout the day.

The 4th Annual All Decked Out goes from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on November 15 and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on November 16.

Tickets are on sale now at Wilde and Sparrow, Soak Essentials Marketplace, Tigh-Na-Mara Pines Gift Shop and online.

For more information, visit alldeckedoutmarket.com

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Winterfest Christmas Craft Fair November 22 – 24, 2013

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ou don’t have to be Scottish to appreciate the Celtic Winterfest Craft Fair which runs November 22 to 24 at the Parksville Community and Conference Centre.

The event which celebrates arts, crafts, music and food isn’t your typical craft fair.

There is a Celtic theme that will be prominent throughout the event and organizer Bobbie Garnons-Williams says it is much more than just a shopping opportunity.

With live entertainment, a student art show case, Harry Haggis hunt for children, complimentary beverages and treats, talented artisans and hourly give-aways, the festival and craft fair will have something to please the entire family.

On Sunday night, there will even been a Ceilidh – an informal Celtic social gathering with music and dancing.

After burning some calories on the dance floor, you won’t feel guilty about indulging in some traditional Scottish fudge better known as Tablet.

Nanoose Bay and their products will be for sale.

There will be Celtic bands coming from around the Island to perform throughout the festival, and with a dining area in front of the stage you can enjoy a meal and some top notch entertainment.

The festival includes artisans who produce a wide range of high-quality products, from clothing and jewellery to art, clay and metal works, home decor, toys, children’s fashion and gourmet delicacies.

There will be a number of activities for children throughout the weekend including a Haggis Hunt. The game has children seeking out little "Harry Haggis" stuffed creatures in and amongst vendors.

Admission is $4 for the entire weekend. Your attendance will help support local artisans and a portion of the entrance fee will go to one of three local community groups.

The recipe for the delicious treat comes from Garnons-Williams’ husband Stuart Carswell.

He grew up in Scotland where he trained as a pastry chef and eventually brought his family recipes to Canada.

It all takes place at the Parksville Community and Conference Center on November 22 to 24. Friday hours are from 12 to 8 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The pair operates their commercial bakery Island Highlander Co. from their home in

For more information, visit winterfestcraftfair.com

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village christmas arts faire November 22 – 24, 2013

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ovember 22, 23 and 24 will be an exciting weekend in Qualicum Beach for anyone with an interest in unique and handcrafted gift ideas.

original songs that visitors can enjoy while they mingle and chat with the artists.

Local artisans will showcase their art work at the longest running Christmas show on Vancouver Island, The Village Christmas Arts Faire.

Aguilar said with free admission, door prizes and refreshments, it will be a great event to bring the entire family to.

Celebrating 33 years of bringing together under one roof some of the finest artisans the area has to offer, The Village Christmas Arts Faire will feature stone sculptures, pottery, fibre arts, jewellery, wood, leather, and glass works created by people who are tops in their field.

“He has been working on some new music and he will be releasing it at the show.”

“We like to have treats for the public to have.

Lefty’s Restaurant will be preparing soups, sandwiches and the most incredible scones ever.”

In conjunction with The Old School House (TOSH), an Art Walk will take place the same weekend in Qualicum Beach.

Local potter Dee Aguilar says it will be an outstanding exhibition and sale by local professional artisans.

There will be a map with 10 studios in and around the community to visit and meet the artists.

“We are going to have an incredible show this year. I am really excited.”

The Village Christmas Arts Faire at the Qualicum Beach Community Hall on Memorial Avenue goes from 11 a.m. until 8 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Sunday.

She said while a lot of art and craft shows have come and gone in Qualicum Beach, this event has stood the test of time.

“It has been in the community hall for 33 years. This show has a core group of artists and most of them have been in the show since its inception. Every year we pull together and we jury in new artists to create something positive for Qualicum Beach.”

Aguilar said classical guitarist Fred Saliani will perform an assortment of acoustic and

For more information, visit villagechristmasartsfaire.artdesignlife.com

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Christmas Sale & Studio warming. Nov 16 & 17 (10am-5 pm). 3505 Harris Cres, Qualicum Beach. 250752-4533 Parksville Fire Dept.

Food & Toy Drive 9:00am. The Parksville Volunteer Fire Department will be collecting food & toys, door-to-door in Parksville on Nov 16 & 17 (9am-4pm). Cash donations also welcomed. 160 Jensen Ave. W, Parksville, Parksville. 250-248-3242 Garage & Flea Market 9:00am. 2nd Sat of month.

Rent your table now. $10 per 6 ft table. Eagles Hall, 281-A Pioneer Cres, Parksville (behind Pharmasave).

250-248-8103 Home Alone 9:30am. Be prepared! Learn to manage general safety, fire safety & more when home alone (9-12yrs). Cost is $26.10. Pre-register with RDN, Recreation and Parks.

250-248-3252 1st Annual Christmas Pottery Sale 10:00am. Handmade Functional Stoneware Pottery

Pet Photos with Santa Claws 11:00am. Proceeds donated to local rescues.

Minimum donation of $5/ photo. Bosley's Pet Food Plus, 104-280 Island Hwy, Parksville, 250-248-2673 Free Tasting Event 3:00pm. Free tasting of Beaumont Winery's Organic Pinot Noir. No minors.

Ocean Liquor Store, 491 E. Island Hwy, Parksville.

250-586-2890 Mad Hatter's Ball 5:30pm. It's time to get your tickets for this years Qualicum Beach Chamber of Commerce & QB Rotary's Annual Gala Event.

It's going to be an amazing evening! For more information, contact the Qualicum Beach Chamber of Commerce at 250-752-0960

Beth Marie Anderson Album Release 6:30pm. Tickets $20 at Smithfords & Cranky Dog. Includes CD, Concert, Refreshments, Snacks, Door Prizes & Autograph Signing. Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville.

250-248-6234 Easy Christmas Cards Make 4 keepsake Christmas Cards in this class, all supplies included. Enclose a gift card and you'll have a handmade gift from the heart! $25 for the 4 card class. Fun and easy! Preregister. Helping Healing Hands, #5-205 Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-954-3733

Glow in the Dark Skate 6:45pm. Colourful hour of skating (13-18yrs). Everyone receives a free glow bracelet. Free admission & rentals. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 W. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-3252

SAT NOV 16 UFC: St-Pierre vs.

Hendricks 7:00pm. French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Rd, Parksville. 250-248-3713 Generals vs. Victoria 7:30pm. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 W. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-240-5535 Roy Forbes in Concert 8:00pm. Tickets $20 at Errington Store, Cranky Dog & Heaven on Earth.

Errington Memorial Hall, 1390 Errington Rd, Parksville. 250-248-5106 SUN NOV 17

Pancake Breakfast 8:30am. $6 each. Members ($2 annual fee) & invited guests (3rd Sun of month, Jan-Nov). Bradley Centre, 975 Shearme Rd, Parksville.

250-248-2336 Water Safety Instructor Recertification 9:00am. This one day recertification workshop will have you ready to teach

Fall Back to Work Access free employment services 110-198 East Island Hwy Parksville

250-248-3205 www.careercentre.org The Employment Program of British Columbia is funded by the Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia.

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SUN NOV 17 (16yrs+). Cost is $93/60.

Pre-register with RDN, Recreation and Parks 250752-5014 A Cappella Plus Concert 2:30pm. Mixed selection of music, cabaret style. Tickets at Mulberry Bookstores.

Limited seating. The MAC, 133 McMillan St, Parksville.

250-754-1094 Community of Angels Beauty Event 6:00pm. Our Beauty Angels will pamper you! Makeovers, holiday hair-do's, paraffin treatments, brow wax, door prizes, in-store specials & giveaways!

Tickets $5 each (space is limited). Bring a new unwrapped toy for our SOS Angel Tree! Pharmasave, 720 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-3011

MON NOV 18

Colin James Live 7:30pm. Up Close &and Personal: An Acoustic Tour. With Special Guest Chris Caddell. Tickets $45 at Mulberry Bookstore.

Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach.

TUE NOV 19 Healthy Caregivers Support Group 10:00am. Clinical Counselor, Allison Reeves leads this regular support group for people who look after a relative with health problems. Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-951-0243

MON NOV 18 City Council Meeting 6:00pm. Parksville City Hall, 100 Jensen Ave. E, Parksville. 250-248-6144 Town Council Meeting 7:00pm. Town Hall, 660 Primrose St, Qualicum Beach. 250-738-2190

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The Qualicum Beach Downtown Business Association (QBDBA) is kicking off another festive season in Downtown Qualicum Beach with their annual Moonlight Madness shopping event.

On Thursday November 21st, the community is invited to a Christmas Tree Light-Up Party, beginning at 5:30 p.m. outside the Community Hall on Memorial Avenue in Qualicum Beach.

After that, stroll the streets to take in the sights, sounds and savings of the night. Be sure to visit your favourite downtown businesses for unique in-store specials and offers.

Other activities include photos with Santa, carriage rides, a downtown shopping contest, grand prize give-away & more.

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French Creek Community School, 2350 Alberni Hwy, Coombs. 250-248-8515 PQ Linux/Android Users Group 6:30pm. Parksville Qualicum Linux Users Group is a community of Linux and Android users of differing skill levels and areas of expertise. Bring your laptop, Chromebook or Android device. A&W Restaurant, 540 Island Hwy. E, Parksville. 250-248-3570 WED NOV 20

Osteoporosis Support Group Meeting 10:00am. Popular osteoporosis expert, Phyllis Edwards, joins the mid Island chapter of Osteoporosis Canada for our November meeting. Your Bones & Gluten Sensitivity: Separating the Wheat from the Chaff. Pre-register.

Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville.

250-951-0243 Quitting The Pill 4:00pm. Fertility educator, Lisa Leger, explains how to chart your cycles and shares info about which nutritional supplements help restore reproductive health, prevent acne, and deal with side effects.

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black friday

Deals in Downtown Parksville november 29, 2013 story by BRENDA GOUGH

L

ooking for some great deals before Christmas? A popular American postThanksgiving shopping tradition has made its way north and right into downtown Parksville.

This year, the Parksville Downtown Business Association (PDBA) has decided to embrace the tradition and will hold a Black Friday shopping event on November 29.

In the U.S., Black Friday is the day following American Thanksgiving and is considered to be the official start of the Christmas shopping season. It has routinely been the busiest shopping day of the year down south, and is only comparable to Boxing Day in Canada.

The day also indicates the point at which retailers begin to turn a profit, or are "in the black”.

Sandy Herle of Close to You Fashions in downtown Parksville said she held a Black Friday event at her store in 2012 and suggested the idea to the PDBA for this year.

“We did it last year on our own and had a

great day. With a little bit of encouragement, the downtown merchants have decided to jump on board and get some deals going on that day,” she said.

“I think it will be a fantastic event. Stores will be open late. There will be bargains and it will get everyone pumped up about Christmas.”

Black Friday door-busters in the U.S. have seen people camping out overnight outside big box stores in order to scoop up the best deals.

Black Friday in Parksville won’t be as extreme but Herle does say it will be a great way to kick off holiday shopping while supporting local merchants at the same time.

She invites everyone to think about shopping locally and to visit downtown Parksville on November 29.

“At least check out local merchants first to see what is available. We are your friends and your neighbours and we support the community.”

I think it will be a fantastic “event.

Stores will be open late. There will be bargains and it will get everyone pumped up about Christmas.

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~ Sandy Herle, Close To You Fashions

Also inviting everyone to think about shopping locally in downtown Parksville on Black Friday is Gurdeep Nagra, owner of Saheli Boutique.

“We get a really good response from the locals who like not having to drive to Nanaimo to shop. They tell me they deliberately shop local because they want all the stores to stay here. I am hoping that with everybody coming together for Black Friday, they will see what we have to offer,” said Nagra.

Nagra also says it will be a fun day of shopping in Parksville and in her store not only will there be bargains for Black Friday, but she will also be serving up goodies and her famous spiced chai tea.

For a list of particpating businesses and more information about the PDBA’s Black Friday sales event: visit www.parksvilledowntown.ca or check them out at www.fb.com/parksvilledowntown

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Moonlight Madness 5:00pm. Come and enjoy Moonlight Madness in Downtown Qualicum Beach! Get a head start on Christmas with instore specials and savings all night long. Other activities include Christmas Tree Light-Up Party, Photos with Santa, Carriage Rides & much more! 250-752-1391

Windows 8 Help 9:30am. BLT (Family Place), 494 Bay Ave, Parksville.

250-947-8258 Healing Circle 10:00am. We gather to promote healing, for you or for someone else. Bring the intention. By donation.

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Jon Bryant with Guest Emma Plant 7:30pm. Dinner & cocktails at 6:30pm. Tickets $15 in advance at Quality Re-

Elegant Threads, Fibre Art Show & Sale 11:00am. One-of-a-kind clothing and accessories, heirloom linens, luxury

FRI NOV 22 yarns & whimsical creations. Demos & more. Free admission. Nov 22 (11am6pm), Nov 23 (10am-5pm) and Nov 24 (10am-3pm).

Rotary House, 211 Fern Rd W, Qualicum Beach. 250951-0178

Village Christmas Arts Faire 11:00am. An outstanding exhibition & sale by Local Professional Artisans.

Great quality art and many things to see to inspire you to do your Christmas shopping! Nov 22 (11am-8pm),

FRI NOV 22 Nov 23 (10am-6pm) & Nov 24 (10am-4pm). Community Hall, 644 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250752-9332 2nd Annual Celtic Winterfest Craft Fair 12:00pm. Talented Artists & Crafters, Food Artisans & Farmers Market, Live Celtic entertainment, Student Art Display, children's Haggis Hunt, Prizes & Giveaways. $4 Admission. Nov 22 (12pm-8pm), Nov 23 (10am-6pm) & Nov 24 (10am-4pm). Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-240-1233

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FRI NOV 22

Victorian Tea 12:00pm. Join TOSH & the Historical Society on Nov 22 & 23 for the magical Victorian Tea. Two sittings each day (12pm & 2pm).

Please hone for reservations. TOSH Arts Centre, 122 Fern Rd W. Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6133

DJ Pizza Teen Swim Night (13-18yrs) 7:00pm. Bring your friends to swim, listen to a DJ and eat pizza. Free admission.

Ravensong Aquatic Centre, 737 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-5014 SAT NOV 23 Parksville Quilter’s 8th Annual Xmas Sale 10:00am. Many vendors and a boutique featuring high quality items for sale (10am-3pm). St. Stephen’s United Church, 150 Village Way, Qualicum Beach. 250248-0532

BC-SPCA Silent Auction & Pasta Dinner 5:00pm. Many amazing items and fabulous pasta dinner. Tickets $30 each at SPCA Shelter (565 Alberni Hwy). Browsing at 5pm, dinner at 6pm. Thalassa Restaurant, 469 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250248-3811 Generals vs. Westshore 7:30pm. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 W. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-240-5535

SUN NOV 24 CFL Grey Cup Catch all the action of the Grey Cup at French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Rd, Parksville. 250-248-3713 MON NOV 25 Carpet Bowling 12:45pm. Every Mon & Wed. Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-1156 TUE NOV 26 Blood Donor Clinics 1:00pm (Nov 26), 12pm (Nov 27) & 10:30am (Nov 28). Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville.

250- 248-6234 Memory Pages Easy to make! Give loved one's a gift that keeps on giving! In class you make two memory pages, using pictures you choose of days gone by. All other supplies included, finished is frameable. $25. Pre-register.

Helping Healing Hands, #5-205 Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-954-3733 WED NOV 27

5th Annual Toy Drive 6:30am. Bring a new, unwrapped toy to TighNa-Mara & receive a free breakfast. All proceeds to Society of Organized Services. Breakfast 6:30am1 0 a m . Ti g h - N a - M a r a Resort, 1155 Resort Dr, Parksville. 250-248-2072 Reconnective Healing® 1:00pm. Anna Christina Doehring explains this energy healing modality to help with our SHIFT of consciousness. Based on the work of Dr. Eric Pearl.

Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville.

250-951-0243 Gallery Reception 5:00pm. Browse our gallery & meet local artists

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Tropical and Tasty Sno Cone Swim 6:30pm. We turn up the radio & turn on the sno cone machine for you to taste your favourite treat.

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Performance Recognition Ceremony 4:00pm. District 69 Recreation Commission will recognize local athletes & artists who have won gold medals or 1st place at provincial, national or international championships in 2013. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 W. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-3252 Music Bingo 7:00pm. French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Rd, Parksville. 250-248-3713 FRI NOV 29 Jersey Day Wear your jersey for any skating session and receive reduced admission rate.

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Black Friday in Downtown Parksville Don't cross the line! The deals are in Downtown Parksville. Shop at home and save the ferry fares, avoid the border line-ups & pay no online shipping fees! Visit PDBA's website parksvilledowntown.ca for more information, or call 250-248-8079 Online Shopping Basics 9:30am. Building Learning Together (Family Place), 494 Bay Ave, Parksville.

250-947-8258 Monthly Luncheon 12:00pm. Enjoy homemade soup, sandwich, dessert, coffee or tea.

Members ($2 annual fee) & invited guests (last Fri of month, Jan-Nov.) Bradley Centre, 975 Shearme Rd, Parksville. 250-248-2336

Oceanside Grandmothers Craft Extravaganza 2:00pm. Great selection of handmade gift items, jewellery, unique hostess gifts & homemade baking. Live entertainment & refreshments. Nov 29 (2pm-7pm) and Nov 30 (10am-4pm).

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FRI NOV 29 Fall Supper & Auction 6:00pm. Fundraising event for Grace United Church.

Adults $18 (children 12 under $15). Arrowsmith Hall (Fairgrounds), 1014 Ford Rd, Coombs. 250-758-4679 Damsels in DisDress 7:30pm. An evening of steamy burlesque. Blossom, Ruby, Ginger & Xine take to stage with local & guest performers. No minors. Nov 29 ($30) & Nov 30 ($35). The MAC, 133 McMillan St, Parksville.

250-248-8185 Dan Hughes Band 7:30pm. Enjoy an evening of listening & dancing to the popular Dan Hughes Band. Admission: $10 at door. Bradley Centre, 975 Shearme Rd, Parksville.

250-248-2336 SAT NOV 30 Babysitters Certification Program 9:00am. This course (1114yrs) introduces basic first aid and how to respond to emergency situations. Cost is $45 (includes manual & certificate). Pre-register with RDN, Recreation and Parks. 250-248-3252

U-Cut Christmas Trees 11:00am. Create memorable and fun experiences for the whole family while choosing the perfect tree.

Christmas Tree Farm, near Whiskey Creek Store (turn

SAT NOV 30 on Melrose Rd, and follow signs). 250-661-9528 Morning Glory School Christmas Faire 10:00am. Family crafts and activities, wholesome food cafe, silent auction, vendors with unique gifts; many items handcrafted & more! Morning Glory School, 861 Hilliers Rd. (off Hwy 4), Qualicum Beach.

250-752-2722 Sports Day in Canada 2:00pm. Try your hand at some of Canada’s favorite ice sports & enter into our prize draws. Everyone Welcome. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 W. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-3252

Free Tasting Event 3:00pm. Free tasting of Beaumont Winery's Organic Pinot Noir. No minors.

Ocean Liquor Store, 491 E. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250586-2890 Laser Tag at the Arena 6:45pm. Join your friends for laser tag (11-18yrs).

Participants must be able to skate width of ice. First come, first to play! Admission is $5. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 W. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-3252 The Event featuring Eddie & The Funk 7:00pm. Live Music, Dancing & Cash Bar. Tickets $15

Toys for Kids November 27, 2013 “Buzz Lightyear may have been the hero in the movie Toy Story but we have our own real life heroes who generously donate gifts and volunteer their time during the Annual Toy Drive” says Paul Drummond, General Manager of Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort & Conference Centre. Tigh-Na-Mara is once again honoured to assist the Society of Organized Services’ (SOS) Christmas Campaign and to host the 5th Annual Toy Drive on Wednesday, November 27th. Everyone is invited to bring a new unwrapped toy or cash donation and then enjoy a free breakfast compliments of Tigh-Na-Mara. Doors open at 6am with breakfast being served at 6:30am – 10am. There is also a drive through option from 7:30am – 10am for those who are on the run but still want to donate a gift and receive a take-out breakfast.

“There is a strong need for gifts for children 10-17 years of age but all gifts and donations are welcome and appreciated,” says Renate Sutherland, CEO for the SOS. “The breakfast is part of it but, it’s more about helping those in need and we are looking forward to having the whole community rallying together to help ensure every child has a gift to open this Christmas” says Drummond.

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Ski & Snowboard Swap 10:00am. Drop-off consignment goods prior to swap: Nov 27 (9am-4pm), Nov 28 (9am-4pm) & Nov 29 (12pm-6pm). Family Resource Association, 181 Sunningdale Rd, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6766

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Hampers Help out in your community story by BRENDA GOUGH

f you have a little extra this year, pass it on. That is the message the Family Resource Association (FRA) would like to get out as it gears up for its Holiday Hamper program.

Executive director Deborah Joyce says the need for food hampers in District 69 continues to grow.

“We do food hampers every year in conjunction with other groups. Last year we did 42, up from 20 the previous year and it still wasn’t enough,” she emphasized.

This year the FRA has set a goal of providing 100 hampers to needy families in the community and Joyce said they are hoping those more fortunate will help them out.

“We want to let the public know we have this goal of providing hampers for families. We also want to engage the business community and other community agencies to put one or more hampers together.”

Last year the FRA, St. Stephen’s and St. Mark’s Church worked together to make the hampers, which Joyce said included enough food items to last for a month.

She said they are starting the Holiday Hamper project early this year because they really want to get the community to participate.

“Last year we put out the word that we needed turkey certificates and they came in two or three at a time. People would cash in their points at QF or Thrifty Foods and donate their turkey coupons. That is one way people can get involved. We need 100 turkey certificates to fill 100 hampers” The FRA has been in the community for 24 years and serves more than 1500 people a year, offering a broad range of services in a large area covering Nanoose Bay to Deep Bay and Lasqueti Island.

Joyce said they provide quality professional mental health, social services, and child development services to support positive development of children, youth and families and their practitioners; who work with families to maintain confidentiality so they feel safe within the system.

She pointed out that it is not always a crisis involving domestic violence that families turn to the FRA for help with.

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Holiday Hamper

Donation Suggestions

We want to let the public “know we have this goal of providing hampers for families.

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~ Deborah Joyce, Executive Director

“We help the working poor who have jobs.

The cost of everything has gone up so much that it is difficult for families to afford food.

Employers are not hiring full time any more and even with two jobs in the family, it is very difficult to make ends meet,” explained Joyce.

Anyone interested in helping out can visit the Family Resource Association’s website at www.d69fra.org where they can get a grocery list of items needed for the hampers as well as other details. The website also includes a link to make cash donations to purchase items to fill the hampers.

The FRA has offices in Parksville and in Qualicum Beach. The final day to drop off items for Holiday Hampers will be December 16, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

For more information: 250-752-6766 visit www.d69fra.org

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Cribbage 6:30pm. Legion #76, Qualicum. 250-752-9632 Arbutus Toastmasters 7:00pm. PCCC, Parksville.

250-248-1926 Adult Boxing 7:15pm. Genesis Boxing, Parksville. 250-248-5511

Art for Seniors 10:00am. Qualicum Seniors' Centre. 250-752-2496 Ladies Pool 1:00pm. Legion #76, Qualicum. 250-752-9632 Mid School Nite 4:00pm SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093 Dad's Night Out 6:30pm. until Nov 19. French Creek School. 250-248-8515 TOPS Dashwood 6:30pm. Community Hall, Little Qualicum. 250-752-1275 Drop-In Basketball 7:00pm. Coombs Fairgrounds. 250-248-8515

EVERY TUESDAY Ladies Boxercise 6:00am & 6pm. Genesis, Parksville. 250-248-5511 Woodcarving 8:30am. OS Middle School, Parksville. 250-951-3001 Free Computer Tutoring 9:00am. Family Place, Parksville. 250-947-8258 Yoga Class 9:15am & 10:45am. Eaglecrest. 250-951-2538 TIC TAC Program 9:15am. SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093 Silver Foxes Aerobics 10:00am. Bradley Centre, Coombs. 250-248-3161

EVERY WEDNESDAY Parksville Rotary AM 7:00am. The Beach Club Resort, Parksville.

45+ Women's Fitness 8:00am. Bodyworks, Parksville. 250-248-3346 TIC TAC Program 9:15am. SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093 Laughing Hatha Yoga Helping Healing Hands, Parksville. 250-734-3733 Tai Chi for Seniors 10:00am. Qualicum Seniors' Centre. 250-752-1419 The Power of Now 10:00am. Healing Arts, Parksville. 250-248-8074

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EVERY WEDNESDAY Women's Kinetics Class 10:30am. Bodyworks, Parksville. 250-248-3346 Women's Express Core 11:30am. Bodyworks Gym Parksville. 250-248-3346 Rainbow Stew Cloggers 12:00pm. Community Hall, Qualicum. 250-468-7478 Seniors Are Talking 1:00pm. SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093 Youth Boxing (8-13yrs) 4:30pm. Genesis Boxing, Parksville. 250-248-5511

Family Night 4:30pm. SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093 Weight Watchers 5:00pm. PCCC, Parksville.

250-248-6234 Women's Spinning Class 5:30pm. Bodyworks Gym Parksville. 250-248-3346 Youth Boxing (13-18yrs) 6:00pm. Genesis Boxing, Parksville. 250-248-5511 Youth Drop-In Night 6:30pm. Coombs Fairgrounds. 250-248-8515

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EVERY WEDNESDAY Adult Boxing 7:15pm. Genesis Boxing, Parksville. 250-248-5511 Timberline Dance 7:30pm. Legion #49, Parksville. 250-752-8542 Youth Floor Hockey 8:15pm. Coombs Fairgrounds. 250-248-8515 EVERY THURSDAY Mini Treatment Warmup Helping Healing Hands, Parksville. 250-734-3733 Ladies Boxercise 6:00am & 6pm. Genesis, Parksville. 250-248-551 Free Computer Tutoring 9:00am. Family Place, Parksville. 250-947-8258 Munchkinland 9:00am. until Dec 19. French Creek School. 250-248-8515 Yoga Class 9:15am & 10:45am. Eaglecrest. 250-951-25381

EVERY THURSDAY Girl Talk (Gr. 3, 4 & 5) 3:00pm. SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093

Preschoolers on Move 9:15am. SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093

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

Free Computer Workshops 10:30am. Family Place, Parksville. 250-947-8258

Drop-In Trivia 5:30pm. Legion #49, Parksville. 250-228-9057

Womens' Kinetics Class 10:30am. Bodyworks, Parksville. 250-248-3346 Seniors Line Dance 11:00am. Parksville Seniors' Centre. 250-248-3200

Bingo 6:00pm. Legion #49, Parksville. 250-228-9057 Belly Dancing-Qualicum 6:00pm. Beginners. 250752-3750 Boxercise for Everyone 6:00pm. Genesis Boxing, Parksville. 250-248-5511 Belly Dancing-Qualicum 6:00pm. Intermediate. 250752-3750 EVERY FRIDAY 45+ Women's Fitness 8:00am. Bodyworks, Parksville. 250-248-3346

Dominoes 1:00pm. Legion #49, Parksville. 250-228-9057 Guyz Time (Gr. 3, 4 & 5) 3:00pm. SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093

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Stroke Recovery 11:00am. St Columba Presbyterian. 250-752-9796 Women's Express Core 11:30am. Bodyworks Gym Parksville. 250-248-3346 Teens in Transition 1:00pm. SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093 Mind in Motion 1:00pm. PCCC, Parksville.

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Music Trivia Night 7:00pm. Shady Rest, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-9111 Adult Boxing 7:15pm. Genesis Boxing, Parksville. 250-248-5511 Fun Darts 7:30pm. Eagles Hall, Parksville. 250-248-3922 Drop-In Darts 7:30pm. Legion #76, Qualicum. 250-752-9632 EVERY SATURDAY QB Farmers Market 8:30am. Veterans Way, Qualicum Beach. 250-240-1233 Ladies Boxercise 9:00am. Genesis Boxing, Parksville. 250-248-5511 EVERY SUNDAY

Youth Boxing (8-13yrs) 4:30pm. Genesis Boxing, Parksville. 250-248-5511

Free Family Skate 12:15pm. Oceanside Place Arena. 250-248-3252

TOPS 9:00am. Nanoose Bay Library Hall. 250-821-5495

Women's Spinning Class 5:30pm. Bodyworks Gym Parksville. 250-248-3346

Live Music on Sundays 2:30pm. TOSH, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6133

Weight Watchers 9:00am. PCCC, Parksville.

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LIVE ENTERTAINMENT FRI NOV 1 Darren Lee as Elvis 8:00pm. Legion #49, Parksville. 250-248-6842 DJ Smoothie 10:00pm. Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 SAT NOV 2 Jagsters Jam 2:00pm. Frontiersman Bar, Coombs. 250-586-0040 Ralph Barrat 2:30pm. Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 Cruise Control 7:00pm. The Shady Rest, Qualicum. 250-752-9111 Coffee House 7:30pm. Errington Memorial Hall. 250-248-5106 Just Us Orchestra 7:30pm. Legion #49, Parksville. 250-248-6842 Release 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub. 250-248-3713 Johnny Inappropriate 10:00pm. Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 SUN NOV 3 Music on Sunday 2:30pm. TOSH, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6133 Jam Night 7:30pm. The Soundgarden, Coombs. 604-518-8025 MON NOV 4 Open Mic at Shady 7:00pm. Every Mon. The Shady Rest. 250-752-9111 WED NOV 6 Timberline 7:30pm. Every Wed. Legion, Parksville. 250-248-6842 THU NOV 7 Lazy Mike & Recliners 7:00pm. Deez Bar & Grill, Qualicum. 250-752-8055

Old Time Fiddlers 7:30pm. Every Thu. Rotary House, QB. 250-586-3743 FRI NOV 8 Karmakoma 8:00pm. Frontiersman Bar, Coombs. 250-586-0040 DJ Syductive 10:00pm. Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 SAT NOV 9 Open Jam 2:00pm. Frontiersman Bar, Coombs. 250-586-0040 Boney Finger Jam 2:00pm. Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 Double Trouble 8:00pm. Legion #49, Parksville. 250-248-6842 Sons of Guns 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub. 250-248-3713 Codi Band 7:00pm. The Shady Rest, Qualicum. 250-752-9111 Lance Lapointe Band 10:00pm. Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 SUN NOV 10 Music on Sunday 2:30pm. TOSH, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6133 THU NOV 14 Reno Blues Band 7:00pm. Deez Bar & Grill, Qualicum. 250-752-8055 FRI NOV 15 Bluegrass 7:00pm. Frontiersman Bar, Coombs. 250-586-0040 Country Opera 7:00pm. Coombs Rodeo Grounds. 250-752-3998 DJ Primitive 10:00pm. Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511

SAT NOV 16 Jagsters Jam 2:00pm. Frontiersman Bar, Coombs. 250-586-0040 Ralph Barrat 2:30pm. Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 Beth Marie Anderson 6:30pm. Parksville Community Centre. 250-248-6234 Big Daddy 7:00pm. The Shady Rest, Qualicum. 250-752-9111 Roy Forbes 8:00pm. Errington Memorial Hall. 250-248-5106 Fear of the Valley 8:00pm. Legion #49, Parksville. 250-248-6842 Satellite Park 10:00pm. Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 SUN NOV 17 A Cappella Plus 2:30pm. The MAC, Parksville. 250-754-1094 Music on Sunday 2:30pm. TOSH, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6133 THU NOV 21 Baked Potatoes 7:00pm. Deez Bar & Grill, Qualicum. 250-752-8055 Jon Bryant 7:30pm. Quality Resort, Parksville. 250-586-0809 FRI NOV 22 Dave Hart 6:00pm. Kalvas Restaurant, Parksville. 250-752-8055 Karmakoma 8:00pm. Frontiersman Bar, Coombs. 250-586-0040 DJ Ander 10:00pm. Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 SAT NOV 23 Open Jam 2:00pm. Frontiersman Bar, Coombs. 250-586-0040

Sons of Guns 7:00pm. The Shady Rest, Qualicum. 250-752-9111 Exit 51 8:00pm. Legion #49, Parksville. 250-248-6842 Double Trouble 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub. 250-248-3713 Aegis Fang 10:00pm. Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 SUN NOV 24 Music on Sunday 2:30pm. TOSH, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6133 Celtic Chaos 6:00pm. Parksville Community Centre. 250-240-1233 THU NOV 28 Doug Gretsinger Trio 7:00pm. Deez Bar & Grill, Qualicum. 250-752-8055 FRI NOV 29 Bluegrass 7:00pm. Frontiersman Bar, Coombs. 250-586-0040 Dan Hughes Band 7:30pm. Bradley Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2336 DJ Degree Uno 10:00pm. Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 SAT NOV 30 Eddie & The Funk 7:00pm. Parksville Community Centre. 250-248-6234 Big Twang Theory 7:00pm. The Shady Rest, Qualicum. 250-752-9111 The Harpoonist...

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LOCAL DINING Sakura Tea & Coffee Shop ............ 250-248-8837 Sandbar Cafe & Art Gallery ............ 778-424-4478 Save-On-Foods Deli ......................... 250-390-4613

Cafes, Coffee Shops & More...

Serious Coffee ................................ 250-586-0188 Shanna's Place ................................ 250-248-4009

A Step Above .................................. 250-752-9281 Bailey's In The Village ..................... 250-752-7584 Beach House Cafe ........................... 250-752-9626 Beachside Grille .............................. 250-752-4392 Bean Counter Cafe ......................... 250-757-9565 Bradley's on Jensen ........................ 250-954-2085 Bread & Honey Food Co. ............... 250-586-1021 Cafe Brie .......................................... 250-594-2526 Cha Ch'a Java .................................. 250-248-4225 Chuffin Cafe .................................... 250-248-3261 Cockney Pride ................................. 250-752-6322 Courtyard Cafe & Patio .................. 250-752-4152

Starbucks ......................................... 250-248-9720 Stellario's Italian Caffe ................... 250-954-0255 Stewart's on Harrison ..................... 250-951-0888 Tea Room at Milner Gardens ......... 250-752-8573 The Orange Bridge Cafe ................ 250-586-5185 Thrifty Foods Deli ........................... 250-248-8823 Tim Horton's ...................................250-248-0094 Westhill Restaurant ........................ 250-752-7148 Yorky's Halibut & Chips .................. 250-954-1197 Yorway Frozen Yogurt Bar ............ 250-951-6725 Your Comfy Cafe ............................ 250-947-5770

Creekmore's Coffee Espresso ......... 250-752-0158 Cruisers Grill .................................... 250-752-4814 Errington Eatery ............................ 250-586-0066 Errington Mountain Cafe ............... 250-586-8866 Farmhouse Cafe .............................. 250-248-5519 French Creek Bakery & Cafe ........... 250-248-2080 French Press Cafe............................250-752-0021 Karma Coffee ................................. 250-248-7312 MadBee Cafe .................................. 250-248-1004 Munchy Deli & Chicken .................. 250-752-0023 Oceanside Arena Concession ......... 250-947-5766

Casual / Family...

AA Texas BBQ ................................. 250-752-7032 A&W ................................................ 250-248-2040 Aioli Seafood Restaurant .............. 250-954-1010 Avo's Eatery .................................... 250-248-1180 Bayside Bistro & Lounge ................. 250-248-8333 Bistro 1898 ...................................... 250-954-1881

Old Country Market Eatery ............ 250-248-6272

Boston Pizza .................................... 250-947-9400

Pacific Brimm Coffee & Tea Co ..... 250-248-3336

Deez Bar & Grill .............................. 250-752-8055

Perk's Coffe Bar .............................. 250-468-9921

Extreme Eatz .................................. 250-951-6651

Qualicum Beach Bakery .................. 250-752-6143

Final Approach ............................... 250-752-8966

Quality Foods Deli: Nanoose Bay ................................... 250-486-7131 Parksville ........................................ 250-954-2262 Qualicum Beach ............................. 250-752-9281

Fish Tales Cafe ................................ 250-752-6053

Rawthentic Eatery ......................... 250-594-7298

La Vida Vegan ................................. 250-327-3366

Gary's Bistro ................................... 250-752-5800 Grill on the Green ........................... 800-567-1320

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Sam's Sushi Bar ............................... 250-954-2373

Micky J's .......................................... 250-752-9727

Sushi Deco ....................................... 250-586-3290

Pheasant's Nest Restaurant ............ 250-752-0117

Sushi Ichi ......................................... 250-954-2020

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Sushi Masa ....................................... 250-248-6648

Talons at Eaglecrest ....................... 250-752-6311 Thalassa Restaurant ........................ 250-594-1150 Trees Restauraunt & Bakery .......... 250-586-2226

Samurai Sushi ................................. 250-951-0752

Tan's Kitchen .................................. 250-586-8828 Treetop Tapas & Grill ..................... 250-248-2072 White Elephant .............................. 250-586-6611

Triple O's ......................................... 250-468-1777

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Amrikko's Indian Grille................... 250-951-0682 Bamboo Garden .............................. 250-248-3323 Bangkok Thai Food ......................... 250-248-4860 Bistro 694 ........................................ 250-752-0301 British Bobby Restaurant ................ 250-954-3232 Butler's Restaurant ......................... 250-752-5776

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Domino's Pizza ................................ 250-248-9296 Nickolini's Pizza .............................. 250-757-9996 Panago Pizza ................................... 250-310-0001 Papa Gino's Pizzeria ....................... 250-586-2121 Pizza Connection ............................ 250-951-2112 Pizza Fresh ...................................... 250-586-2013 Pizza Hut ......................................... 250-248-8130 Poppa's Pizza .................................. 250-248-9121

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Chameleons Ostria .......................... 250-586-5500 Cuckoo Trattoria Pizzaria ............... 250-248-6280 Fortune Beach Restaurant ............. 250-954-2202

Pub Style...

Fusion Place Takeout ...................... 250-586-1881

Arlington Inn Pub ........................... 250-468-7013

Giovanni's Ristorante & Lounge .... 250-752-6693

Black Goose Inn .............................. 250-586-1001

Henry's Kitchen ............................... 250-757-8288

Crown & Anchor Pub ...................... 250-757-9444

Kalvas Restaurant ........................... 250-248-6933

French Creek Marine Pub ............... 250-248-3713

Landing West Coast Grill ................ 250-468-2400

Frontiersman Bar & Grill ................. 250-586-0040

Lemon Twist Indian Cuisine .......... 250-954-1023

Rocking Horse Pub .......................... 250-468-1735

Mekong River Vietnamese ............. 250-586-8000

Rod & Gun Pub ............................... 250-248-6511

Nemo Sushi ......................................250-586-1212

Shady Waterfront Restaurant ........ 250-752-9111

New Canton Restaurant ................. 250-752-2198

Upper Deck Sports Bar ................... 250-248-8333

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