Parksville, Qualicum Beach Whats On Digest April 2013

Parksville, Qualicum Beach & Area APRIL 2013

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CAN'T MISS

EVENTS This month, we personally selected what we feel are six "Can't Miss" events happening in the Oceanside area.

We hope you enjoy them as much as we know we will.

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FRI APR 19

HEALTH & WELLNESS FAIR

WHAT WOMEN WANT

10:00am The premier health fair in the mid island region.

Free admission. Bonus seminars on Sunday. PCCC, 132 East Jensen Avenue, Parksville.

6:30pm Fashion & Services Showcase. Complimentary appies, cash bar and door prizes. Parksville Community Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave.

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GOLDEN SHOE HUNT

TASTE OF OCEANSIDE

Explore local parks and trails while searching for the Golden Shoe. Clues will be posted on the RDN's website, Facebook & Twitter pages every Friday.

6:30pm The Rotary Club of Parksville AM invites you to sample offerings from Oceanside restaurants. PCCC, 132 East Jensen Avenue.

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WINE FESTIVAL

1950'S DANCE PARTY 7:00pm The Rotary Club of Qualicum Beach invites you to taste wines and enjoy hot appies. Civic Centre, 747 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach.

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6:30pm Fifties costume contest, dance competition, Buddy Holly music by Zachary Stevenson & more. Civic Centre, 747 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach.

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COVER Lisa Leger, B.A. RNPA, at last year's Oceanside Family Health & Wellness Fair. Photo by Alicia Vanin, AV Artistry.

What’s On Digest provides event information as a complimentary service. Events listed or mentioned have been compiled from sources considered to be reliable.

Although reasonable efforts have been made to ensure event information is acPublished by: MEDIA curate, What’s On Digest recommends that you contact the business or organibefore attending their event to confirm date and other details. The pub201-273 Moilliet Street, Parksville, BC, V9P 2T1 zation lisher does not assume responsibility for omissions or errors in event listings and Phone 250-240-8812 Fax 250-248-9868 articles and may not be held responsible for the accuracy of event information.

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EVENTLISTINGS MON APR 1 Daffodil Month Throughout April, volunteers across Canada will be working together to raise funds for the Canadian Cancer Society. Wear a daffodil & show your support for people living with cancer. For more information, visit www.cancer.ca Women’s 45+ Fitness 8:00am Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday. Bodyworks Fitness for Women, 162 Morison Ave, Parksville. 250-248-3346 April Fool's Day Sometimes referred to as All Fools' Day, April 1st is widely recognized and celebrated as a day when people play practical jokes and hoaxes on each other.

Easter Bunny Search at Milner Gardens 10:00am Bring the children or grandchildren for an Easter Bunny Search in the Gardens. Children can pick up maps for clues and then return the map to

MON APR 1 receive an Easter treat. Free admission for children 12 and under accompanied by an adult. Milner Gardens & Woodland, 2179 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250752-6153 Easter Family Fun at Tiger Lily Farm 10:00am Visit with the Easter Bunny, find & decorate Easter eggs, make a basket to take home, play candy in hay and much more. Tiger Lily Farm, 1692 Errington Rd, Errington. 250-2482408

2013 brant wildlife festival This annual festival is a celebration of nature, particularly Brant geese as they rest & feed on the shores of the Parksville & Qualicum Beach area.

There is a wide variety of events planned for this year. Visit us online for more information. brantfestival.bc.ca

Pet Adoption Month April is National Pet Adoption month. Please consider adopting, fostering or sponsoring an animal from your local animal rescue or shelter organization.

The Rotary Club of Parksville 11:45am The Rotary Club of Parksville now meets every Monday. Guests and future members are always welcome. Quality Resort Bayside, 240 Dogwood St, Parksville.

Kinetics for Women 10:30am Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday. Bodyworks Fitness for Women, 162 Morison Ave, Parksville. 250-248-3346

40 Year Anniversary at Parksville Chrysler Stop in and wish the team at Parksville Chrysler a Happy Anniversary as the dealership celebrates 40

MON APR 1 successful years in business. Parksville Chrysler, 230 Shelly Rd, Parksville.

250-248-3281 Yoga for Beginners 1:00pm Mon & Thu (1pm) and 6pm on Wednesdays. $45 for once a week, $75 for twice a week (4-week course). Oceanside Yoga Centre, #5-702 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250594-0108 Boxing Classes 4:30pm (8-13yrs), 6pm (14-18yrs) and 7:15pm (White Collar). Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday.

Genesis Boxing & Fitness, 112-425 Stanford Ave, Parksville. 250-248-5511 Arbutus Toastmasters 7:00pm Learn to communicate beautifully.

Every Monday. Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-248-1926 Open Mic Night 7:00pm Every Monday. The Shady Rest, 3109 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250752-9111

Spring Hiring Fair!

Join us Thursday, May 2nd from noon until 4 pm at the Parksville Community & Conference Centre 132 E. Jensen Avenue

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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TUE APR 2 Schools Re-Open Schools in District No. 69 re-open after Spring Vacation. For more information, contact School District No. 69, 100 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-248-4241

Boxercise for Everyone 6:00am or 6:00pm. Every Tuesday. Genesis Boxing & Fitness, 112-425 Stanford Ave, Parksville. 250-2485511 Woodcarving 8:30am Every Tuesday.

Oceanside Middle School, 980 Wright Rd, Parksville.

250-951-3001 Silver Foxes Aerobics 10:00am Every Tuesday at the Bradley Centre, 975 Shearme Rd, Coombs. 250248-3161 Restorative Yoga 1:00pm Tuesdays and 4:00pm Fridays. $55 for 4-weeks. Oceanside Yoga Centre, #5-702 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250594-0108 Free Meditation Classes at The MAC 5:30pm Learn simple and effective techniques that will allow you to master stress, improve your health, face yourself, and achieve balance in your life. Classes offered by the Vishwa Nirmala Dharma Educational Society. Every Tuesday until April 23. The MAC, 133 McMillan St, Parksville.

250-594-5040 Oneness Blessing Circle in Parksville 6:00pm Be relieved of the conflicted mind and expand your consciousness.

Blessing Givers at 6pm, Non-Blessing Givers at 7pm. By donation. Every Tuesday. For more information, contact Kasandra at 250-586-3311

TUE APR 2 Parksville & District Rock & Gem Club 7:00pm New members welcome. Meetings on 1st Tuesday of the month.

Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville.

250-248-6177 Hootenany Folk Jam 7:00pm Every Tuesday.

Crown & Anchor Pub, 6120 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Bay. 250-757-9444 Boating Basics Course 7:00pm Four day course to obtain a Pleasure Craft Operators Card (PCOC). This course is open to the public and is geared for all ages.

April 2, 9, 16 & 23. Kwalikum Secondary School, 266 Village Way, Qualicum Beach. 250-757-8332

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Air Cadets 6:15pm Ongoing registration. Come to Hangar A-3 any Tuesday. QB Airport, 1000 Ravensbourne, Qualicum Beach. 778-410-0221 Parksville Lions Club 7:00pm Newcomers invited to attend meetings of the Parksville Lions Club on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of the month. Lions Pioneer Village, 241 Moilliet St, Parksville. 250-586-7080 WED APR 3 OMS PAC Meeting 9:30am Oceanside Middle School, 980 Wright Rd, Parksville. 250-248-4662 Buds to Blossoms 10:30am Interactive stories, songs & rhymes for all ages. Cookies & juice available. The Gardens Retirement Home, 650 Berwick Rd. N, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-6121 Lifeguard Seminar 4:00pm Working as a lifeguard/swim instructor is a great job for youth. Come to this information session to find out everything you need to know about working in a pool. FREE with pre-registration with RDN, Recreation and Parks.

250-752-5014

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

Fashion Forward at Faye’s The latest looks for the new spring season!

Innovative Scarf Belts from Butterfly Blue

Beautifully Quintessential silk scarves

Artistic Handcrafted Jewelery by Holly Yashi

Handmade Italian Handbags by Rioni

gifts 142 2nd Avenue West, Qualicum Beach

250-752-1391 • www.fayesgifts.ca

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WED APR 3 City Council Meeting 6:00pm City of Parksville Council Meeting. The Forum, Parksville Civic & Technology Centre,100 Jensen Ave E. 250-248-6144 Timberline Dance 7:30pm Every Wednesday.

Parksville Legion, 146 Hirst Ave W, Parksville. 250-7528542 THU APR 4 Boxercise for Everyone 6:00am or 6:00pm. Every Thursday. Genesis Boxing & Fitness, 112-425 Stanford Ave, Parksville. 250-2485511 Silver Foxes Aerobics 10:00am Every Thursday at the Bradley Centre, 975 Shearme Rd, Coombs. 250248-3161 Spinners & Weavers 10:00am Every Thursday at the Bradley Centre, 975 Shearme Rd, Coombs. 250248-6575 Baby Time 10:30am This 20-minute program introduces you and your baby to the joy of music, rhyme, lap play, and more. For children aged 18 months and younger and their parent or caregiver.

Free drop-in event. Every Thursday (Apr 4, 11, 18 & 25). Siblings welcome.

Parksville Library, 100 Jensen Ave W, Parksville.

250-248-3841 Bowser KnitWits 2:00pm Knit, chat and explore patterns from the library’s wonderful knitting books and magazines.

Thursdays (Apr 4, 11 & 18).

All welcome! Bowser Li-

THU APR 4 brary, 6996 W. Island Hwy, Bowser. 250-757-9570 Reiki Demonstration 2:00pm Reiki is a Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation. Learn the benefits from Reiki Master, Paula Miles. A few participants will receive a short Reiki treatment.

Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville.

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Coffee with Council 2:00pm Drop by for coffee and an informal chat with City Council. Every Thursday (Apr 4, 11, 18 & 25).

Parksville Civic & Technology Centre,100 Jensen Ave E. 250-248-6144 Documentary: Pina 6:00pm A tribute to the late German choreographer, Pina Bausch, as her dancers perform her most famous creations. Qualicum Beach Library, 660 Primrose, Qualicum Beach.

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Lazy Mike & Recliners 7:00pm Deez Bar & Grill, 3353 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-805 Newcomers Club 7:00pm Access to lots of useful information about our community. Guest speakers at our regular meetings. 1st Thursday of month. Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-248-6234 Old Time Fiddlers 7:00pm Variety of dance styles played by the Coombs Old Time Fiddlers. Every Thursday (Apr 4, 11, 18 & 25). Admission is $2.50 (snack included).

Rotary House, 211 Fern Rd. W, Qualicum Beach. 250586-3743

Music Bingo 7:00pm French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Rd, Parksville. 250-248-3713

ECHO Players: The Memory of Water 7:30pm Shelagh Stephenson's The Memory of Water takes us on a nearfarcical romp through the trip-wired jungle of family relationship. Delightfully funny, deeply profound, her wit will make you laugh, cry, and laugh again. ECHO Players Village Theatre, 110 West 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-3522

CPF Monthly Meeting 7:00pm Canadian Parents for French is a group of vol-

Yuk Yuk's Comedy Night 8:00pm Yuk Yuk's Comedy

Bluegrass Jam 7:00pm Every Thursday.

Crown & Anchor Pub, 6120 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Bay. 250-757-9444

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THU APR 4 unteers dedicated to the creation and promotion of French second-language learning opportunities for young Canadians. Parksville Elementary School, 330 Craig St, Parksville.

250-248-4241

Karaoke Night 10:00pm Every Thursday.

The Rod & Gun Pub, 163 Alberni Hwy, Parksville.

250-248-6511 FRI APR 5 NBES PAC Meeting 8:15am Nanoose Bay Elementary, 2875 Northwest Bay Rd. 250-468-7414 Patio Party Join the fun during our Patio Opening Party! Talons Restaurant at Eaglecrest Golf Club. 2035 Island Hwy W, Qualicum Beach. 250752-6311 Fish Hatchery Tour Brant Wildlife Festival 10:00am Drop by the Marion Baker Fish Hatchery between 10am and 2pm on Friday or Saturday to learn all about local efforts to conserve fish. Marion Baker Fish Hatchery, French Creek. 1-866-288-7878 Preschool Story Time 10:30am Half-hour interactive story time of songs, stories, rhymes and other fun. For toddler and preschool aged children accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Every Friday (Apr 5, 12, 19 & 26). This is a free drop-in program.

Parksville Library 100 Jensen Ave W, Parksville. 250248-3841

LOCAL FASHION &

SERVICES SHOWCASE

FRIDAY APRIL 19, 2013

Doors open at 6:30pm + Fashion Show 7:30pm

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THU APR 4 Tour featuring Damonde Tschritter, Sam Easton, and Jeff McEnery. Tickets $20 each. Eaglecrest Golf Club, 2035 Island Hwy W, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6311

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Complimentary Appies + Cash Bar + Door Prizes

(250) 248-6234 | 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville www.parksvillecentre.com info@parksvillecentre.com

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FRI APR 5 Cougar Annie Tales 7:30pm Stories and songs inspired by the legendary woman who pioneered in the wilderness near north of Tofino on Vancouver Island. Tickets at Cranky Dog, Heaven on Earth or Errington General Store.

Coffee and refreshments available. Errington Hall, 1390 Errington Rd, Parksville. 250-248-5106

oPen house events For your list of each weekend's upcoming Open House events in Parksville, Qualicum Beach and the Central Vancouver Island area, contact Amy Hadikin & Don Ballard.

Macdonald Realty 668 Memorial Avenue Qualicum Beach 250-594-4000

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Sean Hogan 8:00pm Frontiersman Bar & Grill, 2484 Alberni Hwy, Coombs. 250-586-0040 Zebras in Heat 10:00pm The Rod & Gun Pub, 163 Alberni Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-6511 SAT APR 6 Tartan Day This day celebrates Scottish Culture and is an opportunity for Scots to show pride in their heritage by wearing something tartan. This is also the date on which the Declaration of Arbroath, a Scottish Declaration of Independence, was signed in the year 1320.

QB Farmers Market 8:30am Every Saturday.

Find fresh fruits, vegetables and berries, plants and cut flowers, fresh baked goods,

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Peter Mason 5:30pm Every Friday.

Sandbar Cafe & Art Gallery, 6087 W. Island Hwy, Bowser. 778-424-4478 Dave Hart 6:00pm Kalvas - The Log House, 180 Moilliet St, Parksville. 250-816-5816 Russia vs. Canada Goodwill Hockey Tour 7:00pm Russian hockey is coming to Oceanside Place! Entry is by donation and a portion of proceeds will go to KidSport.

Oceanside Place Arena, 830 W. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-3252 Open Mic Night 7:00pm Deez Bar & Grill, 3353 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-8055 Music Trivia 7:00pm Every Friday. The Shady Rest, 3109 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250752-9111

ECHO Players: The Memory of Water 7:30pm This dark comedy takes us on a near-farcical romp through the tripwired jungle of family relationship. ECHO Players Village Theatre, 110 West 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach.

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SAT APR 6 jams and jellies, fish, chicken and pork, local crafts and more. Veteran's Way at Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-240-1233 Boxercise for Everyone 9:00am Every Saturday.

Genesis Boxing & Fitness 112-425, Stanford Ave, Parksville. 250-248-5511 Eagle Release - Brant Wildlife Festival 11:00am View the release of a rehabilitated eagle as well as many other birds and wildlife. North Island Wildlife Recovery Centre, 1240 Leffler Rd. Errington.

1-866-288-7878 The Jagsters Jam 2:00pm Frontiersman Bar & Grill, 2484 Alberni Hwy, Coombs. 250-586-0040 Poker Tournament 5:00pm Support KSS Dry Grad 2013! This tournament includes $65 buy-in, professional pit boss, door prizes & more (Gaming Licence #52672). Tickets at Art Worx Gallery. Community Hall, 644 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250752-7350 Janice Austin 6:00pm Every Saturday.

Quality Resort Bayside, 240 Dogwood St, Parksville. 250-248-8333 Jazz Cabaret 7:00pm Featuring vocalist Laura Crema Trio. $20 includes dessert buffet. TOSH Arts Centre, 122 Fern Rd W. Qualicum Beach. 250752-6133 Big Daddy 7:00pm The Shady Rest, 3109 W. Island Hwy, Quali-

SAT APR 6 cum Beach. 250-752-9111

oCeanside health & wellness fair 10:00am The premier health fair in the mid island region. Guest speakers, exhibitors, demos and more. Free admission. Bonus seminars on Sunday!

Parksville Community Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave. www.oceanside healthfair.ca Coffee House 7:30pm Mix of musical styles from old to new come and have a listen.

Karma Coffee and treats available. 1st Saturday of each month. Errington Hall, 1390 Errington Rd, Parksville. 250-248-5106 ECHO Players: The Memory of Water 7:30pm This dark comedy takes us on a near-farcical romp through the tripwired jungle of family relationship. ECHO Players Village Theatre, 110 West 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-3522 Sean Hogan 8:00pm Frontiersman Bar & Grill, 2484 Alberni Hwy, Coombs. 250-586-0040 Zebras in Heat 10:00pm The Rod & Gun Pub, 163 Alberni Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-6511

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SUN APR 7 Motorcycle Swap 10:00am Plenty of good quality items for sale & swap. Coombs Fairgrounds, 1014 Ford Rd, Coombs.

250-954-0656 Singing in the Brain: Sound Health for Brain-Boosting 10:00am Free Seminar with Phyllis Edwards, BioAcoustics Practitioner.

Arbutus Room, Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville.

Drop-In Social Knitting 1:00pm Bring your tea mug and a project and enjoy knitting with others. All skill levels are welcome and we'll make you a nice cup of tea. Every Sunday.

Let's Knit, #2-211 Second Ave W, Qualicum Beach.

250-594-3608 Sunday Showcase 2:00pm The Rod & Gun Pub, 163 Alberni Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-6511 ECHO Players: The Memory of Water 2:00pm This dark comedy takes us on a near-farcical romp through the tripwired jungle of family relationship. ECHO Players Village Theatre, 110 West 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-3522 Music on Sunday 2:30pm Virtuoso Victoriabased harpist Josh Layne performs a concert of solo harp music. The program will include some of Josh's own compositions plus music by Bach, Beethoven, and more. TOSH Arts Cen-

SUN APR 7 tre, 122 Fern Rd W. Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6133 Country Jam Sessions 3:00pm Every Sunday.

Crown & Anchor Pub, 6120 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Bay. 250-757-9444 MON APR 8 New Art Exhibition Painters Jan Smart in the Brown Gallery and Diane Micheline in the Volunteer and Dorothy Francis Galleries. TOSH Arts Centre, 122 Fern Rd W. Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6133

diabetes and heart health GroCery tour

7:00pm Meet Dietitian, Colleen Canning, in the seminar room, then walk over to QF for a lesson on reading labels and selecting the best foods for your health. Space is limited!

Parksville Pharmasave 281 E. Island Hwy. 250-951-0243 Introduction to Grief and Loss 2:00pm Have you ever wondered what to say to someone who is grieving?

Do you ever think about your own journey through grief and loss? Come join Counsellor Paula Miles and share your experiences, and talk about the

MON APR 8 process of grief and loss.

Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville.

250-951-0243 Town Council Meeting 7:00pm Town of Qualicum Beach Council Meeting.

Council Chambers, Town Hall, 660 Primrose St, Qualicum Beach. 250-738-2190 QBMS PAC Meeting 7:00pm Qualicum Beach Middle School, 699 Claymore Rd, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-9212 Yoga Nidra 7:15pm Deep Relaxation and Meditation Course. $65 for six weeks. Oceanside Yoga Centre, #5-702 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-594-0108 SMS PAC Meeting 8:00pm Springwood Middle School, 450 Despard Rd, Parksville. 250-2482038 TUE APR 9 Reiki Share 9:00am Reiki practitioners often do not get the opportunity to receive a Reiki treatment. A Reiki Share is an opportunity for Reiki practitioners to exchange Reiki treatments and share knowledge. Cost is $5. Call to confirm attendance and location. Energies of Oak and Cedar, Parksville/Qualicum. 250-594-3277 FBS PAC Meeting 3:30pm False Bay School, Lasqueti Island. 250-3338813 PASS/WW PAC Meeting 5:00pm PASS/Woodwinds, 223 Mills St, Parksville.

250-248-2969

Live for today... and plan for tomorrow.

Robert (Bob) Cummings, CFP® Certified Financial Planner

250-594-2288 ■ 1-866-420-3863 bob@bobsplanning.com www.bobsplanning.com

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TUE APR 9 Enhancing Relationships 6:00pm 3-hour workshop in collaborative communication skills building focus on communicating one’s personal needs and interests as well as listening to needs and interests of others. Cost is $35.

Please RSVP by April 5.

Jule’s Place, 525 Balsam St, Qualicum Beach. 250752-4996 BSS PAC Meeting 7:00pm Ballenas Secondary School, 135 N. Pym Rd, Parksville. 250-248-5721 KSS PAC Meeting 7:00pm Kwalikum Secondary School, 266 Village Way, Qualicum Beach.

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Vimy Ridge Day This day commemorates the Canadian soldiers' victory & sacrifices at Vimy Ridge in northern France during World War I. This day is also known as the National Day of Remembrance of the Battle of Vimy Ridge.

WED APR 10 Public Open House 10:00am Informal opportunity to meet the Mayor and Councillor designated as Acting Mayor for the month. Committee Room, Town Hall, 660 Primrose St, Qualicum Beach. 250752-6921

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Oceanside Family Health & Wellness Fair 18th Annual Wellness Fair Aims to Keep Residents Healthy

by Brenda Gough

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here is something for everyone at the 18th annual Oceanside Family Health and Wellness Fair on Saturday, April 6. An extra day of speakers has been added to the event this year, which takes place at the Parksville Community and Conference Centre.

Parksville Pharmasave Natural Health Consultant Lisa Leger, who is coordinating the fair, says they decided to add a bonus day on Sunday, April 7 to provide people with even more opportunities to hear from the experts.

“Every year a lot of interesting guests offer to do a presentation but we never have room for them all. This year we will have one room of seminars on the Saturday and then have a whole bunch of smaller mini seminars on the Sunday” Lisa said.

She advised that people should give themselves a few hours to spend at the event because there is so much to take in.

Every year the fair is stocked with exhibitors who are passionate about health and wellness and more than 80 of them will be on hand April 6 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. ››

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The public is invited to browse through a wide variety of booths, taste and sample products, and speak to health professionals from the community all free of charge.

Leger pointed out that there are always new health products to check out and they try to offer interactive displays so people can try things.

Leger said their exhibitors have a wealth of information to share and the annual fair is a great way to expose the public to the many services and products offered right here in the community.

“What is unique about our fair is the exhibitor

Cancer accounts for more deaths than heart disease in persons under age 85 and 85% to 90% of all cancers are directly caused by our interaction with the environment and of environmental causes. Over 50% are related to poor diet, poor exercise and smoking.

Dr. Cline is a licensed medical doctor in BC and certified by the International Board of Clinical Metal Toxicology. He is also medical director of the Oceanside Functional Medicine Research Institute and author of the book Detoxify For Life, a comprehensive analysis of the many toxic substances that permeate our lives.

"...for many of the groups it is probably one of their biggest events of the year and gives them great exposure to the community." ~Lisa Leger, Fair Coordinator

tables are affordable. It is important to us that the non-profit groups can afford to get a table.

All the money goes back into the community to support educational events,” Leger explained.

She added that for many of the groups it is probably one of their biggest events of the year and gives them great exposure to the community.

On Saturday April 6 at 2:30 p.m. keynote speaker Doctor John Cline will talk about cancer and how to prevent it.

Oceanside Division of Family Practice will have morning and afternoon sessions with opportunities for people to get answers from a doctor.

Clinical counsellor Diane Hancox will conduct a workshop called Living Well Before You Die. Leger said her seminar is sure to be of interest to everyone because it is about making the best of every age.

“The seminar is about hospice but she brings in more general concepts about aging. The theme in our community these days is about healthy aging and embracing aging.”

The 18th Annual Oceanside Family Health & Wellness Fair goes from 10:00am to 3:30pm on Saturday April 6 and from 10:00am until 4:00pm on Sunday April 7.

Visit www.oceansidehealthfair.ca for more information.

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{ SATURDAY APRIL 6 } 1:00pm | Talk With The Doc About Healthy Aging

Seminars: Arbutus Room 10:15am | Talk With The Doc

Dr. Mark Morris, Family Physician with the Oceanside Division of Family Practice and Lynne MacFadgen, EdD, MHSc., from Vancouver Island University, Centre on Aging.

Dr. Clair Biglow, Family Physician with the Oceanside Division of Family Practice

11:30am | Beyond the Bucket List Adding Meaning to Life Before the Final Chapter Diane Hancox, Clinical Counsellor, www.corecounselling.ca Oceanside Hospice Society, www.oceansidehospice.com

2:30pm | You Can Prevent Breast Cancer NOW!

Dr. John Cline MD, BSc. and Carrie Ingrisano, FNP, Cline Medical Centre www.clinemedical.com, with Glenda Neufeld, Island Thermography www.thermographyvancouverisland.com

{ SUNDAY APRIL 7 } Seminars: Arbutus Room

10:45am | Diabetes & Foot Care

10:00am | Singing in the Brain

Get on Your Feet, Keep Your Feet and Stay Active - Dr Katia Langton, Chiropractor, Pedorthist and Maggie Stewart, Foot Care Nurse

Sound Healing for Brain Boosting, Phyllis Edwards

11:15am | Walking the Labyrinth A Stress Management Tool, Holly Carnegie Letcher, Occupational Therapist www.pathways2wellness.ca

12:30pm | Reconnecting With Your Sexual Self Lesley Stedmon, RN, Sexual Health Educator www.lesleystedmon.com

11:30am | Panel Discussion on Various Healing Modalities Kira Sanchez RMT & colleagues, Health First Massage Therapy & Holistics www.parksvillemassage.com

12:15pm | Simple Steps to Creating Balance

1:45pm | Therapeutic Meditation for Stress and Sleep

Body / Mind / Spirit, Sally Whibley, Certified Personal Trainer. www.smartfitt.com

Dr. Tom Diamond www.healthmeditating.com

1:00pm | Body Smart Right From the Start

3:00pm | The Adrenals in Health and Disease

(for parents of children 0-grade 4) – Kerri Isham, Certified Sexual Health Educator www.powerupworkshops.ca

Dr. Andrea Rayburn, Naturopathic Physician www.drrayburnnd.com

Seminars: Garry Oaks Room 10:00am | Homeopathy for You

1:45pm | Mind over Matter Detlef Joe Friede, Master Clinical Hypnotherapist www.angelhands.ca

Colin Gillies, Homeopathic Physician Photos provided by:

Alicia Vanin, AV Artistry | facebook.com/photographic.artistry

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WED APR 10 Preschool Story Time 10:30am Pre-schoolers and their parents/caregivers are welcome to enjoy books, rhymes and songs.

All sessions are drop-in.

Wednesdays (Apr 10, 17 & 24). Qualicum Beach Library, 660 Primrose, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6121

WED APR 10 Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250248-4241

Shakti Naam Yoga 10:30am Join Sharron Hudson and experience Shakti Naam Yoga. Learn to release the past and create a healthy fresh start with techniques done standing or sitting in a chair. Feel tremendous effects immediately! No experience required ($5 fee). Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-9510243

ECHO Players: The Memory of Water 7:30pm This dark comedy takes us on a near-farcical romp through the tripwired jungle of family relationship. ECHO Players Village Theatre, 110 West 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach.

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Baby and Me 11:00am Join us for interactive stories, songs and rhymes. Babies from birth to 18 months and their parents/caregivers. Older siblings are welcome. Drop-in.

Wednesdays (Apr 10, 17 & 24). Qualicum Beach Library, 660 Primrose, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6121 QBES PAC Meeting 6:30pm Qualicum Beach Elementary School, 744 Primrose St, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6989 AES PAC Meeting 6:30pm Arrowview Elementary School, 650 Bennett Road, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-3875 SD 69 Special Board Meeting - Budget 7:00pm Parksville Civic & Technology Centre, 100 E.

Opening Reception for New Art Exhibition 7:00pm Opening reception for painters Jan Smart and Diane Micheline. TOSH Arts Centre, 122 Fern Rd W. Qualicum Beach. 250752-6133

THU APR 11 in the Town of Qualicum Beach. Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-6921 Renovation Blues Band 7:00pm Deez Bar & Grill, 3353 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-8055 ECHO Players: The Memory of Water 7:30pm This dark comedy takes us on a near-farcical romp through the tripwired jungle of family relationship. ECHO Players Village Theatre, 110 West 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach.

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THU APR 11 Ostomy Inservice 11:00am & 2:00pm Pharmasave’s Home Health Care department hosts a visit with Judy Kazman from Coloplast. Judy can answer your questions and address any issues you are having with your ostomy supplies. Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-951-0243 Parksville Chamber AGM 5:30pm Annual General Meeting of the Parksville & District Chamber of Commerce. Election of the 2013/2014 Board of Directors will take place.

Tigh-Na-Mara Resort, 1155 Resort Dr, Parksville. 250248-3613 Open House: Exploring our Shoreline 6:30pm This open house will be an opportunity to explore the issues of Shoreline & Sea-level Rise

FRI APR 12 Open House 10:00am Thermography Clinic Vancouver Island welcomes our new Homeopathic Physician, Colin Gillies. All are welcome.

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20 Year Anniversary at Gary's Bistro A fun-filled anniversary party with live music, prizes and more! Reservations required. Gary's Bistro, 115 Second Ave W, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-5800 Kings Without Duo 7:00pm Frontiersman Bar & Grill, 2484 Alberni Hwy, Coombs. 250-586-0040

Golden Shoe Hunt Explore local parks and trails while you search for the coveted Golden Shoe! Each Friday from April 12 to May 17, a clue to the location of the Golden Shoe will be posted on the RDN's website, Facebook & Twitter pages. www.rdn.bc.ca/ recreation BC SPCA Book Sale 9:00am Excellent selection of gently used books.

Friday Apr 12 (9am-7pm) and Saturday Apr 13 (9am4pm). Wembley Mall, 826 Island Hwy W, Parksville.

250-248-3811

Beackflicks: Beasts of Southern Wild 7:00pm Movie: In a forgotten but defiant bayou community cut off from the rest of the world by a sprawling levee, a six-yearold girl exists on the brink of orphanhood. Eaglecrest Golf Club, 2035 Island Hwy W, Qualicum Beach. 250752-6311 ECHO Players: The Memory of Water 7:30pm This dark comedy takes us on a near-farcical romp through the tripwired jungle of family relationship. ECHO Players Village Theatre, 110 West 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach.

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FRI APR 12 Live Music! Surreal 10:00pm The Rod & Gun Pub, 163 Alberni Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-6511 SAT APR 13 Garage/Flea Market 9:00am Eagles Table, Concession and Bake sale profits go to our Charities for this year. No Early Birds please. Eagles Hall, 281A Pioneer Cres, Parksville (behind Pharmasave). 250937-7200 Reiki for Self & Family 9:00am This first level of Reiki teaches you how to do self-care through Reiki, as well as how to do sitting Reiki for your family and close friends. Cost is $150.

Register before April 10.

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SAT APR 13 Oak and Cedar, Parksville/ Qualicum. 250-594-3277 4-Week Homeopathic First Aid Course 1:00pm Homeopathic Physician, Colin Gillies, will review homeopathic principles for treatment in first aid and for common acute illnesses and review the principles and guidelines of homeopathy with an emphasis on practical applications for home prescribing ($50 fee).

Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville.

250-951-0243 Saturday Storytime 1:00pm Join us for songs, rhymes, stories, and other fun. For children aged 2 – 6 accompanied by a parent or caregiver. This is a free

SAT APR 13 program. Please call to register. Bowser Library, 6996 W. Island Hwy, Bowser.

250-757-9570 Saturday Stitching 1:30pm Knitters and crocheters of all ages and skill level are invited to stitch the afternoon away!

Bring your own project to work on or there will be extra needles, hooks, and yarn on hand for those who want to try it out for the first time. All needlecraft welcome! Saturdays (Apr 13 & 27). This is a free drop-in program. Parksville Library, 100 Jensen Ave. W, Parksville. 250-248-3841 Cantando Singers 2:00pm Celebrate spring with the Cantando Cham-

SAT APR 13 ber Singers as part of the Brant Wildlife Festival. The cost is $10 per person at the door, and refreshments will be served. Knox United Church, 345 Pym St, Parksville. 1-866-288-7878 David Malek 2:00pm This local singer, songwriter & MC extraordinaire will bring artists and fans together in a unique intimate experience to offer audiences an exclusive afternoon of performance and conversation. Musical guest is Ali Milner, finalist on the CBC music reality series 'Cover Me Canada'.

Tickets $10 at the door. The MAC, 133 McMillan St, Parksville. 250-248-8185 Boney Finger Jam 2:00pm Frontiersman Bar

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SAT APR 13 & Grill, 2484 Alberni Hwy, Coombs. 250-586-0040 Wine Festival 7:00pm Rotary Club of Qualicum Beach invites you to taste wine and enjoy hot appies. Tickets $30 each. Available at QB Memorial Compounding Medicine Centre, Mulberry Bush Bookstores or by phone. Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-8345 Phil Dwyer & Don Thompson 7:00pm Canadian jazz greats together again.

Tickets $20 at Cranky Dog, Knox United, Mulberry Bookstores or Oceanside Yoga Centre. Show starts at 7:30pm. Knox United Church, 345 Pym St, Parksville. 250-248-3927

ECHO Players: The Memory of Water 7:30pm This dark comedy takes us on a near-farcical romp through the tripwired jungle of family relationship. ECHO Players Village Theatre, 110 West 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach.

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SAT APR 13 music series, “Cover Me Canada�. Tickets at Cranky Dog, Heaven on Earth or Errington General Store.

Coffee and refreshments available. Errington Hall, 1390 Errington Rd, Parksville. 250-248-5106 DJ Music 10:00pm The Rod & Gun Pub, 163 Alberni Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-6511 SUN APR 14 Pancake Breakfast 8:00am Come and have breakfast with neighbours & the community. 2nd Sunday of each month. Lighthouse Community Centre, 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay. 250-757-9711 The Jagsters & More 9:15am Pete and Jamie the Jagsters, Peter Mason and Bluegrass music. Lighthouse Community Centre, 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay. 250-757-9711 Feat for Food 10:00am Come and walk or run 5 km to support our local food cupboard!To register, show up at 9:30am with a donation of nonperishable food or money.

Nanoose Bay Dental, 2461 Collins Cres, Nanoose Bay. 250-713-0048

Paul & Jess Rock Duo 8:00pm Parksville Legion, 146 Hirst Ave, Parksville.

250-248-6842 Ali Milner 8:00pm Concert by Jazz & Pop vocalist Ali Milner, featured in CBC reality

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SUN APR 14 used clothing & toys, baby essentials & equipment, diaper services, local support groups and information booths. Come & grab a bargain! Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 Jensen Ave E. Parksville. 250-248-6234

MON APR 15 their experiences, and to learn how to give support to themselves and others through this journey of life. Presented by Paula Miles, Counsellor. $75 for 5 weeks. Knox United Church, 345 Pym St, Parksville. 250-927-5436

ECHO Players: The Memory of Water 2:00pm This dark comedy takes us on a near-farcical romp through the tripwired jungle of family relationship. ECHO Players Village Theatre, 110 West 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-3522

FCCS PAC Meeting 6:30pm French Creek Community School, 2350 Alberni Hwy, Coombs. 250248-9921

Music on Sunday 2:30pm First visit of the Concertmaster of the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra. All three of the Brahms piano quartets will be performed. With pianist Rosemary Quiring, violist Reg Quiring and cellist Olivia Blander. TOSH Arts Centre, 122 Fern Rd W. Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6133 Sylvia Browne 50th Anniversary Tour 7:30pm An intimate evening of insights and live readings with the world's most renowned psychic and spiritual teacher. Tickets available at Mulberry Bookstores. Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-1992 MON APR 15

Kids Clothing & Toy Sale/Swap 10:00am Over 40 tables offering new & gently

Women's Circle of Loss and Grief 1:30pm This is a 5-week circle for women who wish to learn more about the grief process, to share

Hiking Info Session 6:30pm Have you ever wanted to explore some of our beautiful mountains?

Are you unsure of how to do so? A local Alpine guide shares tips and resources for family adventures and avid hikers. Ask questions before heading out on guided hikes or self-guided exploration in Regional Parks. $6.50. Pre-register with RDN, Recreation and Parks. 250-248-3252 City Council Meeting 6:00pm City of Parksville Council Meeting. The Forum, Parksville Civic & Technology Centre,100 Jensen Ave E. 250-248-6144 Annual Joint Meeting 7:00pm The Qualicum Beach Family History Society and the Qualicum Beach Museum and Historical Society present their annual joint meeting.

Guest speaker topics will be Qualicum Beach pioneers General Noel Money and Dr. Campbell Davidson.

All guests welcome. Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-1503

GOLDEN SHOE HUNT April 12 - May 17, 2013 Search for the

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while you experience local parks and trails in the RDN! Weekly clues can be found on the RDN website, facebook and twitter. www.rdn.bc.ca/recreation

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MON APR 15 Errington Memorial Hall Board Meeting 7:30pm 3rd Monday of each month. Errington Hall, 1390 Errington Rd, Parksville. 250-927-3923 Freakshow: Ryan Stock's Mayhem 10:00pm The Rod & Gun Pub, 163 Alberni Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-6511 TUE APR 16

MON TUE APR 16 ing skill levels and areas of expertise. Bring your laptop or Android device, if you like. Leave message at number provided. A&W Restaurant, 540 Island Hwy E, Parksville. 250-248-3570 BES PAC Meeting 6:30pm Bowser Elementary School, 4830 Faye Rd, Bowser. 250-757-8487

WES PAC Meeting 9:15am Winchelsea Elementary School, 140 Renz Rd, Parksville. 250248-3252 PQ Linux/Android Users Group 6:30pm Parksville Qualicum Linux Users Group is a community of Linux and Android users of differ-

Dad's Night Out 7:30pm Dads and Grandpas are invited to come out with their children and grandchildren for a free night of gym play. French

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250-947-8252 WED APR 17 Dietary Calcium 10:00am Recent research on calcium supplements has people wondering.

Pharmasave Natural Health Consultant, Lisa Leger, will explain the factors in absorption of calcium and review the best ways to use supplements.

Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville.

250-951-0243 IBS & Women’s Health 4:00pm What do your digestive difficulties have to do with your hormones?

Find out when our Fertility Educator, Lisa Leger,

WED APR 17 explains how the intestines and liver are involved in processing hormones and how natural medicine is used to restore both digestive and hormonal health.

Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville.

250-951-0243 PES PAC Meeting 6:30pm Parksville Elementary School, 330 Craig St, Parksville. 250-248-5778 ECHO Players: The Memory of Water 7:30pm This dark comedy takes us on a near-farcical romp through the tripwired jungle of family relationship. ECHO Players Village Theatre, 110 West 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach.

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EVERY MONDAY Seniors Day First Monday of month. Customers 65+ save 15% on most reg. priced merchandise, excl. medication. Qualicum Pharmasave, 720 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-3011

EVERY MONDAY Activity Centre, 703 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-738-0899

Chorus for Seniors 10:00am Parksville Seniors' Activity & Drop-In Centre, 144 Middleton Ave, Parksville. 250-248-3200

Scrabble for Seniors 10:00am Qualicum Beach Seniors' Activity Centre, 703 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-7131

Yoga for Seniors 11:00am Qualicum Beach Seniors' Activity Centre, 703 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-7025

Bingo for Seniors 12:30pm Parksville Seniors' Activity & Drop-In Centre, 144 Middleton Ave, Parksville. 250-248-3200

Seniors Canasta 12:30pm Parksville Seniors' Activity & Drop-In Centre, 144 Middleton Ave, Parksville. 250-248-3200

Seniors Carpet Bowling 12:45pm Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-1156

& Drop-In Centre, 144 Middleton Ave, Parksville. 250-248-3200

Seniors Canasta / Crib 1:00pm Qualicum Beach Seniors' Activity Centre, 703 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-0465

Yoga for Seniors 9:30am Qualicum Beach Seniors' Activity Centre, 703 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-7025

EVERY TUESDAY

Movies for Seniors 1:00pm (alternate weeks) Qualicum Beach Seniors' Activity Centre, 703 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250752-7131

Yoga for Seniors 3:15pm Parksville Seniors' Activity & Drop-In Centre, 144 Middleton Ave, Parksville. 250-248-3200

Seniors Line Dancing 3:15pm Qualicum Beach Seniors' Activity Centre, 703 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-248-3200

Crib for Seniors 6:30pm Parksville Seniors' Activity & Drop-In Centre, 144 Middleton Ave, Parksville. 250-248-3200

EVERY TUESDAY Fun Bridge for Seniors 9:15am Qualicum Beach Seniors' Activity Centre, 703 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-2275

Darts for Seniors 1:00pm Parksville Seniors' Activity & Drop-In Centre, 144 Middleton Ave, Parksville. 250-248-3200

Needlework Crafts 1:00pm Qualicum Beach Seniors' Activity Centre, 703 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-7572

Art for Seniors 1:00pm Parksville Seniors' Activity & Drop-In Centre, 144 Middleton Ave, Parksville. 250-248-3200

EVERY WEDNESDAY Zumba for Seniors 9:30am Parksville Seniors' Activity & Drop-In Centre, 144 Middleton Ave, Parksville. 250-248-3200

Tai Chi for Seniors 10:00am Qualicum Beach Seniors' Activity Centre, 703 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-1419

Keep Fit for Seniors 10:00am Parksville Seniors' Activity & Drop-In Centre, 144 Middleton Ave, Parksville. 250-248-3200

Seniors Bag Baseball 11:00am Parksville Seniors' Activity & Drop-In Centre, 144 Middleton Ave, Parksville. 250-248-3200

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Dominoes for Seniors 10:00am Qualicum Beach Seniors' Activity Centre, 703 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-3307

Yoga for Seniors 11:15am Parksville Seniors' Activity & Drop-In Centre, 144 Middleton Ave, Parksville. 250-248-3200

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EVERY THURSDAY

EVERY FRIDAY

Seniors Bridge

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12:30pmQualicum Beach Seniors' Activity Centre, 703 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-3253

9:30am Qualicum Beach Seniors' Activity Centre, 703 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-0420

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EVERY WEDNESDAY

12:30pm Qualicum Beach Seniors' Activity Centre, 703 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-7178

10:00am Parksville Seniors' Activity & Drop-In Centre, 144 Middleton Ave, Parksville. 250-248-3200

Seniors Carpet Bowling

Songbirds

12:45pm Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-1156

10:30am Qualicum Beach Seniors' Activity Centre, 703 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-3512

Seniors Bag Baseball 11:00am Parksville Seniors' Activity & Drop-In Centre, 144 Middleton Ave, Parksville. 250-248-3200

Mah Jong & Qi Gong 1:00pm Parksville Seniors' Activity & Drop-In Centre, 144 Middleton Ave, Parksville. 250-248-3200

Seniors Are Talking 1:00pm SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre, 245 Hirst Ave. W, Parksville.

250-248-2093

Newcomers Euchre 7:00pm (2nd & 4th weeks) Parksville Seniors' Activity & Drop-In Centre, 144 Middleton Ave, Parksville. 250248-3200

EVERY THURSDAY

Partner's Bridge 12:00pm Qualicum Beach Seniors' Activity Centre, 703 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-0414

9:30am Qualicum Beach Seniors' Activity Centre, 703 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-9822

Seniors Line Dance 11:00pm Parksville Seniors' Activity & Drop-In Centre, 144 Middleton Ave, Parksville. 250-248-3200

Yoga for Seniors 11:45am Qualicum Beach Seniors' Activity Centre, 703 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-7025

Bridge & Whist 12:30pm Parksville Seniors' Activity & Drop-In Centre, 144 Middleton Ave, Parksville. 250-248-3200

Seniors Card Games 12:00pm Parksville Seniors' Activity & Drop-In Centre, 144 Middleton Ave, Parksville. 250-248-3200

Seniors Whist 1:00pm Qualicum Beach Seniors' Activity Centre, 703 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-7940

Bert's Line Dance 1:00pm Parksville Seniors' Activity & Drop-In Centre, 144 Middleton Ave, Parksville. 250-248-3200

Seniors Fun Fitness 9:00am Qualicum Beach Seniors' Activity Centre, 703 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-5829

Seniors Art Group 1:00pm Qualicum Beach Seniors' Activity Centre, 703 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-594-7307

Mah Jong 1:00pm Qualicum Beach Seniors' Activity Centre, 703 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-2236

EVERY SATURDAY

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Seniors Bridge

9:30am Parksville Seniors' Activity & Drop-In Centre, 144 Middleton Ave, Parksville. 250-248-3200

1:00pm Qualicum Beach Seniors' Activity Centre, 703 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-7920

Newcomers Alumni Euchre 7:00pm (every 3rd week of the month) Parksville Seniors' Activity & Drop-In Centre, 144 Middleton Ave, Parksville. 250-248-3200

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WED APR 17 Myles Goodwin & April WIne 8:00pm Tickets $45 each at Mulberry Bookstores. Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-1992 THU APR 18 Grieving Inward – Mourning Outward 7:00pm With loss one grieves from the inside out and mourns from the outside in. This 2-hour circle session is an opportunity for women who have given an infant up for adoption to share their stories in a supportive environment.

Cost is $20. Jule’s Place, 525 Balsam St, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-4996 Voices of Nature 7:00pm This amazing event features singers from Bowser & Arrowview Elementary schools as well as Holly Arntzen and Kevin Wright as they celebrate nature through music and song. Tickets are available at the schools or at Mulberry Bush Bookstores.

Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 1-866288-7878 Music Bingo 7:00pm French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Rd, Parksville. 250-248-3713 Bret Barrows Band 7:00pm Deez Bar & Grill, 3353 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-805 ECHO Players: The Memory of Water 7:30pm This dark comedy takes us on a near-farcical romp through the tripwired jungle of family re-

THU APR 18 lationship. ECHO Players Village Theatre, 110 West 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-3522 FRI APR 19 Parksville Lawn Bowling Club Open House 1:00pm Wear comfy clothes & soft-soled shoes.

Try out "The sport for life".

Come and experience the fun of the game! Sat & Sun Apr 19 & 20 (1pm-4pm).

Parksville Lawn Bowling Club, 149 E. Stanford Ave, Parksville. 250-954-3930

WHAT WOMEN WANT 2013 6:30pm Local Fashion & Services Showcase.

Doors open at 6:30pm, Fashion Show at 7:30pm.

Complimentary appies included. Cash bar & door prizes. Tickets $20 at participating merchants.

Parksville Community Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave. 250-248-6234 Getting to Know Classical Music 1:00pm Lorraine Kneier, author of “Music: A Window to the Soul” with accompanying music CD, will lead participants to experience personally the great works of cherished composers from all periods of music history.

FRI APR 19 Free. Parksville Library, 100 Jensen Ave. W, Parksville.

250-248-3841 Dave Hart 6:00pm Kalvas - The Log House, 180 Moilliet St, Parksville. 250-816-5816 Coombs Opera 7:00pm Grab your guitar, fiddle or whatever tickles your fancy and join us.

Coombs Rodeo Grounds Hall, 2601 Alberni Hwy, Coombs. 250-248-1009 ECHO Players: The Memory of Water 7:30pm This dark comedy takes us on a near-farcical romp through the tripwired jungle of family relationship. ECHO Players Village Theatre, 110 West 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-3522 WiL & Brodie Dawson 7:00pm Don’t miss your chance to catch Vancouver Island musician & VIMA award nominee WiL with fellow VIMA nominee Brodie Dawson. Cocktails at 7pm, show starts at 8pm.

Tickets at Cranky Dog and Outsider. Quality Resort Bayside, 240 Dogwood St, Parksville. 250-586-0809 MACoustic Folk Club 7:00pm Open stage during the first half of the night then listen to some of the finest local talent Oceanside has to offer. Cost is $5 at the door. The MAC, 133 McMillan St, Parksville.

250-248-8185 Remedy 10:00pm The Rod & Gun Pub, 163 Alberni Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-6511

Live with enthusiasm, love your family and respect everyone else . . . . . . even if they are right-handed!

SAT APR 20 Red Cross Child Care Emergency First Aid with AED/CPR 14yrs+ 9:00am Do you live or work with small children?

This course is designed for parents and caregivers of children. Cost is $80. Preregister with RDN, Recreation and Parks. Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-5014

Pet ADOPTION EVENT at bosley's 11:00am Come meet the cats & dogs up for adoption from CatNap Society & West Coast Giant Dog Rescue. Have your pet's photo taken

by Island Moments Photography.

Bosley's Pet Food Plus 280 East Island Hwy. Parksville 250-248-2673 Home Alone (9-12yrs) 9:30am Be prepared! Learn to manage general safety, fire safety, emergency phone calls, dealing with strangers, and snack ideas for times when you are left alone at home for brief periods. Cost is $26. Pre-register with RDN, Recreation and Parks. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 W. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-3252 Legion Branch #49 General Meeting 1:30pm Parksville Legion,

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SAT APR 20 146 Hirst Ave, Parksville.

250-248-6842 The Kerplunks 10:30am 1390 Errington Rd, Parksville. 250-2479488

SAT APR 20 romp through the tripwired jungle of family relationship. ECHO Players Village Theatre, 110 West 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-3522

The Jagsters Jam 2:00pm Frontiersman Bar & Grill, 2484 Alberni Hwy, Coombs. 250-586-0040

The Enablers 8:00pm Errington Hall, 1390 Errington Rd, Parksville. 250-757-9560

Parent's Night Out 5:30pm Includes dinner, drink, silent auction, draws & games. Sponsored

by QBES PAC, benefitting Make-A-Wish Foundation BC & Yukon. Tickets $20 each at QBES. Thalassa Restaurant, 469 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-6989

Live Entertainment!

8:00pm French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Rd, Parksville. 250-248-3713

Taste of Oceanside 6:30pm The Rotary Club of Parksville AM invites you to sample some of the finest offerings from Oceanside Restaurants. Admission is $15 plus $1 Food Coupons at Event. Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-248-2041 ECHO Players: The Memory of Water 7:30pm This dark comedy takes us on a near-farcical

Manther 10:00pm The Rod & Gun Pub, 163 Alberni Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-6511 SUN APR 21 Pancake Breakfast & Garage Sale 8:30am Come and browse many items for sale. Members and invited guests.

975 Shearme Rd, Parksville.

250-248-2336 Introduction to Digital Photography 9:00am Do you want to improve your existing skills?

Oceanside photographer Michael Van der Tol can help you discover more with your camera. Cost is $91.50. Pre-register with

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SUN APR 21 RDN, Recreation and Parks.

Oceanside Place Arena, 830 W. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-3252 Hamilton Marsh Tour 10:00am Bring your friends and family to explore this amazing marsh in Qualicum Beach and learn about the interesting plants and wildlife with Friends of French Creek. By donation.

Hamilton Marsh, Qualicum Beach. 1-866-288-7878 Annual Farm Auction 11:00am Machinery & farm implements, livestock & more for sale. Coombs Fairgrounds, 1014 Ford Rd, Coombs. 250-468-7510 Sunday Showcase 2:00pm The Rod & Gun Pub, 163 Alberni Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-6511 ECHO Players: The Memory of Water 2:00pm This dark comedy takes us on a near-farcical romp through the tripwired jungle of family relationship. ECHO Players Village Theatre, 110 West 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-3522 Live Music on Sunday 2:30pm British musician

SUN APR 21 Michael Jones has performed all over the world.

This program will consist of selections from J.S Bach’s Six Suites for Unaccompanied Cello and Joaquin Rodrigo’s ´como una fantasia´. TOSH Arts Centre, 122 Fern Rd W. Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6133 Russian Masters 3:00pm Classical Pianists Nikolai Maloff & Sergei Saratovsky will play duos and solos by renowned Russian composers Tchaikovsky, Rachmaninoff, Shchedrin and more. The MAC, 133 McMillan St, Parksville. 250-586-6095 Dave Marco 7:00pm Frontiersman Bar & Grill, 2484 Alberni Hwy, Coombs. 250-586-0040 MON APR 22 Earth Day Canada Join more than 6 million Canadians and 1 billion people in over 170 countries around the world as they stage events and projects to address local environmental issues. For more information, visit www.earthday.ca

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The idea is to get people into the parks.

The program is free to participants and it is a lot of fun. ~ Chrissie Finnie, RDN recreation programmer

Photo of Spencer Jordan provided by RDN, Recreation & Parks

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Enjoy parks and trails while you search for coveted Golden Shoe

by Brenda Gough

The gold rush that took place in the first half of the 19th century and propelled feverish migration into areas that had gold deposits is the inspiration behind the Regional District of Nanaimo’s Golden Shoe Hunt.

The current gold rush about to get underway in District 69 isn’t for extracting precious metals… rather it is aimed at getting people outside and enjoying the RDN’s parks and trails.

The seventh annual Golden Shoe Hunt is a self-directed program to encourage people to head outdoors and enjoy the spring season.

In past events people of all ages have flocked to area parks not to seek their fortunes in gold but to find the hidden golden shoe.

Clues to the location of the golden shoe are provided each Friday at www.rdn. bc.ca, as well as on the RDN’s Facebook and Twitter pages.

RDN recreation programmer Chrissie Finnie said people who enjoy a good treasure hunt or geo caching get a kick out of searching for the shoe which is really a sneaker painted yellow.

She pointed out that with 12 regional parks and seven regional trails with diverse natural environments, the RDN feels it is important to encourage people to spend time in them and appreciate the outdoors.

“The idea is to get people into the parks.

The program is free to participants and it is a lot of fun,” Chrissie said.

She explained that in each shoe there is a small box with a logbook and little prizes.

“We hide six of them each year. We have people who search for it every Friday.”

Finnie added that they have fun coming up with the clues and locations for the golden shoe but make sure they don’t send people on a wild goose chase.

“They are all placed in safe areas, near or right on trails in parks where people will not step on sensitive or natural habitat.

We don’t want to make it too difficult to find the shoe … in fact we have a daycare that does it every year.”

The cache box inside the shoe holds things like swim passes and stickers and the log book keeps a record of who has successfully found it.

Finnie said that occasionally some of the shoes have gone missing but most of the time people are respectful and follow the spirit of geo caching.

She related an incident a few years back when a dog got his jaws on one of the shoes and brought it home. She said the owner found the RDN’s information inside of it and promptly returned it to them.

The Golden Shoe Hunt starts April 12 and runs six weeks, wrapping up on May 17.

For more information, please call 250-248-3252

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MON APR 22 Movies at the PCCC Watch 3 great movies at the PCCC. Silver Linings Playbook (1pm & 8pm), The Guilt Trip (3pm) and Not Fade Away (6pm). $5 Admission. Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-248-6234 Men's Night 5:00pm Shotgun, buffet dinner, team & individual prizes and dessert. Eaglecrest Golf Club, 2035 Island Hwy W, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-6311 EES PAC Meeting 6:00pm Errington Elementary School, 1390 Fairdowne Rd, Errington.

250-248-8446 Town Council Meeting 7:00pm Town of Qualicum Beach Council Meeting.

Council Chambers, Town Hall, 660 Primrose St, Qualicum Beach. 250-738-2190 TUE APR 23 Medieval Banquet 7:00pm Prizes & fun. Music

by Heart's Ease. Costumes Mandatory. Tickets $30 at Brit Foods or by calling.

Limited seating, RSVP required. Arrowsmith Hall, 1014 Ford Rd, Coombs.

250-586-0073 Movies at the PCCC Watch 3 great movies at the PCCC. The Guilt Trip (1pm & 8pm), Not Fade Away (3pm) and Silver Linings Playbook (6pm). $5 Admission. Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-248-6234

WED APR 24 Book Reading 2:00pm The Fisher Queen.

Qualicum Beach Library, 660 Primrose, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6121 Red Cross AED/CPR C Re-certification 4:00pm Need to re-certify?

Or do you just want to review your skills? Cost is $41. Pre-register with RDN, Recreation and Parks. Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-5014

Movies at the PCCC Watch 3 great movies at the PCCC. Not Fade Away (1pm & 8pm), Silver Linings Playbook (3pm) and The Guilt Trip (6pm). $5 Admission. Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville.

250-248-6234 Meet the Artists 5:00pm Enjoy our friendly gallery, sample refreshments and meet more than 20 local artists happy to answer questions and discuss their work. Island Exposures Art Gallery, 5-183 W. Island Hwy, Parksville.

250-586-5225 THU APR 25 CEAP PAC Meeting 10:00am Kwalikum Secondary School, 266 Village Way, Qualicum Beach. 250752-5651 Naam Yoga 10:30am Naam Yoga

THU APR 25 Therapy gently cleanses the effects of our negative life experiences, gives us a fresh start and improves our physical well-being.

Sharron Hudson will introduce Harmonyum Healing for pain relief, mental health and more. No experience necessary ($5 fee).

Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville.

250-951-0243 Movies at the PCCC Watch 3 great movies at the PCCC. Silver Linings Playbook (1pm & 8pm), The Guilt Trip (3pm) and Not Fade Away (6pm). $5 Admission. Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-248-6234 Herbicidal Maniacs 7:00pm Deez Bar & Grill, 3353 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-8055 FRI APR 26 Music Trivia Night 5:00pm Come test your knowledge of classic rock and then dance to the tunes with Tsawwassen's Time Machine band.

Fairwinds Golf Clubhouse, 3730 Fairwinds Dr, Nanoose Bay. 250-468-9915 Clover Point Drifters 7:00pm Coombs Rodeo Grounds Hall, 2601 Alberni Hwy, Coombs. 250752-0383 Terry Kelly 7:30pm Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-706-0233

FRI APR 26 Storytelling at The MAC 7:30pm Featured storyteller Mary Gavan, a Celtic storyteller from Vancouver. $5 entry at the door. The MAC, 133 McMillan St, Parksville. 250-248-8185 Live Music! Remedy 10:00pm The Rod & Gun Pub, 163 Alberni Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-6511 SAT APR 27 Little Mountain Hike 8:00am Enjoy meandering through lovely second growth forest with picturesque canopies and incredible rock formations.

Then scramble to the top of Little Mountain via the “Wrecked� trail, where the Adrian Brodie movie was filmed in 2010. Cost is $30. Pre-register with RDN, Recreation and Parks. 250248-3252 Reiki Level 2 9:00am This is the second level of the Reiki series and gives the student the knowledge and practice necessary to start a Reiki practice of their own. Prerequisites: Reiki Level 1 Certificate, min. 4 hours documented practice.

Cost is $250. Energies of Oak and Cedar, Parksville/ Qualicum. 250-594-3277 Red Cross AED/CPR C 9:00am Save a life...when only seconds count! 14 yrs +. Cost is $65. Pre-register with RDN, Recreation. Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-5014 Yoga Day for Human Rights 9:00am All classes by do-

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SAT APR 27 nation to Amnesty International. Classes are 9am, 11am & 1pm. Oceanside Yoga Centre, #5-702 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-594-0108 Sea Lion Kayak Tour 9:45am Explore the seashore in Nanoose as we gaze at colourful sea stars, bald eagles, and paddle past a sea lion haul-out.

Cost is $50. Pre-register with RDN, Recreation and Parks. 250-248-3252

SAT APR 27 20th Annual Art Show 10:00am Presented by the Nanoose Bay Art Group. 16 artists display their work.

Over 100 pieces, framed and unframed are available. Apr 27 & 28 (10am4pm). Free admission & refreshments. Nanoose Place, 2925 Northwest Bay Road, Nanoose Bay. 250-468-2030 Boney Finger Jam 2:00pm Frontiersman Bar & Grill, 2484 Alberni Hwy, Coombs. 250-586-0040 Cross Town Express 8:00pm Legion #49, 146 Hirst Ave. 250-248-6842

1950's roCK n' roll danCe Party 6:30pm Featuring the music of Buddy Holly as performed by Zachary Stevenson. 50's costume contest, dance competition and more!

Tickets $30 each at Fresh N' Fabulous Flowers.

Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, 747 Jones St. 250-752-1391

UFC® Jones vs. Sonnen 6:30pm French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Rd, Parksville. 250-248-3713 Remedy 7:00pm The Shady Rest, 3109 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-9111 Morlove 8:00pm Errington Hall, 1390 Errington Rd, Parksville. 250-248-5106 Remedy 10:00pm The Rod & Gun Pub, 163 Alberni Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-6511

SUN APR 28 Music on Sunday 2:30pm Vancouver Symphony Orchestra lends us Cris Inguanti for a delightfully engaging program that will include works by Milhaud, Khachaturian, Bartok and Brahms. TOSH Arts Centre, 122 Fern Rd W. Qualicum Beach. 250752-6133 MON APR 29 New Art Exhibition Painters Lois Brown in the Brown Gallery, Rick Silas in the Volunteer Gallery and Brian Argyle in the Dorothy Francis Gallery. TOSH Arts Centre, 122 Fern Rd W. Qualicum Beach. 250752-6133

TUE APR 30 Shearme Rd, Coombs. 250248-3161

Hootenany Folk Jam 7:00pm Every Tuesday.

Crown & Anchor Pub, 6120 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Bay. 250-757-9444 THU MAY 2

TUE APR 30 Boxercise for Everyone 6:00am or 6:00pm. Every Tuesday. Genesis Boxing & Fitness, 112-425 Stanford Ave, Parksville. 250-2485511 Woodcarving 8:30am Every Tuesday.

Oceanside Middle School, 980 Wright Rd, Parksville.

250-951-3001 Silver Foxes Aerobics 10:00am Every Tuesday at the Bradley Centre, 975

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Qualicum. 250-752-6311 Karaoke 10:00pm Thursdays. Rod & Gun Pub, 250-248-6511 fri APR 5 Peter Mason 5:30pm Fridays. Sandbar Cafe. 778-424-4478 Dave Hart 6:00pm Kalvas, Parksville.

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Qualicum. 250-752-6133 Big Daddy 7:00pm The Shady Rest, Qualicum. 250-752-9111 Coffee House 7:30pm Errington Hall, Parksville. 250-248-5106 Sean Hogan 8:00pm Frontiersman Bar, Coombs. 250-586-0040 Zebras in Heat 10:00pm Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 sun APR 7

Sunday Showcase 2:00pm Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 Country Jam Sessions 3:00pm Sundays. Crown & Anchor. 250-757-9444 thu APR 11 Renovation Blues 7:00pm Deez Bar & Grill, Qualicum. 250-752-8055 fri APR 12 Kings Without Duo 7:00pm Frontiersman Bar, Coombs. 250-586-0040 Surreal 10:00pm Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 sat APR 13 Cantando Singers 2:00pm Knox Church, Parksville. 1-866-288-7878 David Malek 2:00pm The MAC, Parksville. 250-248-8185 Boney Finger Jam 2:00pm Frontiersman Bar, Coombs. 250-586-0040 Dwyer & Thompson 7:00pm Knox Church, Parksville. 250-248-3927 Paul & Jess Rock Duo 8:00pm Legion #49, Parksville. 250-248-6842 Ali Milner 8:00pm Errington Hall, Parksville. 250-248-5106

DJ 10:00pm Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 sun APR 14

Jagsters & Peter Mason 9:15am Lighthouse Centre, Qualicum. 250-757-9711 Mon APR 15 Mayhem Freakshow 10:00pm Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 wed APR 17 Goodwin & Wine 8:00pm Civic Centre, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-1992 thu APR 18 Voices of Nature 7:00pm Civic Centre, Qualicum. 1-866-288-7878 Bret Barrows Band 7:00pm Deez Bar & Grill, Qualicum. 250-752-805 fri APR 19 Dave Hart 6:00pm Kalvas, Parksville.

250-816-5816 Coombs Opera 7:00pm Rodeo Hall, Coombs. 250-248-1009 WiL & Brodie Dawson 7:00pm Quality Resort, Parksville. 250-586-0809 MACoustic Folk Club 7:00pm The MAC, Parksville. 250-248-8185 Remedy 10:00pm Ro & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 sat APR 20 The Jagsters Jam 2:00pm Frontiersman Bar, Coombs. 250-586-0040 The Enablers 8:00pm Errington Hall, Parksville. 250-757-9560 Live Music 8:00pm French Creek Pub, Parksville. 250-248-3713

Manther 10:00pm Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 sun APR 21 Sunday Showcase 2:00pm Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 Russian Masters 3:00pm The MAC, Parksville. 250-586-6095 Dave Marco 7:00pm Frontiersman Bar, Coombs. 250-586-0040 thu APR 25 Herbicidal Maniacs 7:00pm Deez Bar & Grill, Qualicum. 250-752-8055 fri APR 26 Time Machine Band 5:00pm Fairwinds Golf Clubhouse. 250-468-9915 Clover Point Drifters 7:00pm Rodeo Hall, Coombs. 250-752-0383 Terry Kelly 7:30pm Parksville Community Centre. 250-706-0233 Remedy 10:00pm Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 sat APR 27 Boney Finger Jam 2:00pm Frontiersman Bar, Coombs. 250-586-0040 Cross Town Express 8:00pm Legion #49, Parksville. 250-248-6842 Remedy 7:00pm The Shady Rest, Qualicum. 250-752-9111 Zachary Stevenson 6:30pm Civic Centre, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-1391 Morlove 8:00pm Errington Hall, Parksville. 250-248-5106 Remedy 10:00pm Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511

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Make-Over Monday Pharmasave, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-3011

Navy League Cadets 6:00pm Parksville Elementary School. 250-248-2677

TIC TAC Program 9:15am SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093

45+ Women's Fitness 8:00am Bodyworks, Parksville. 250-248-3346

45+ Women's Fitness 8:00am Bodyworks Parksville. 250-248-3346

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

Zumba for TIC-TAC's 9:30am SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093

TIC-TAC Program 9:15am SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093

TOPS 4248 Parksville 8:30am St. Anne's Church, Parksville. 250-586-0101

Boxing (14-18yrs) 6:00pm Genesis Boxing, Parksville. 250-248-5511

Silver Foxes Aerobics 10:00am Bradley Centre, Coombs. 250-248-3161

The Power of Now 10:00am Healing Arts, Parksville. 250-248-8074

Art for Seniors 10:00am Qualicum Seniors' Centre. 250-752-2496

Tai Chi for Seniors 10:00am Qualicum Seniors' Centre. 250-752-1419

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

Hatha Yoga for Adults 9:00am SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093 Tai Chi 9:30am Lighthouse Centre Qualicum. 250-757-2097 Women's Kinetics Class 10:30am Bodyworks Gym Parksville. 250-248-3346 Hatha Yoga for Adults 10:30am SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093 Parksville Rotary Club 11:45am Quality Resort Bayside, Parksville.

Euchre 1:30pm Legion #49, Parksville. 250-248-5633

Women's Kinetics Class 10:30am Bodyworks, Parksville. 250-248-3346

Crib for Seniors 6:30pm Parksville Seniors' Centre. 250-248-3200 Toastmasters 7:00pm PCCC, Parksville.

250-248-6234 Cribbage 6:30pm Legion #76, Qualicum. 250-752-9632 Open Mic Night 7:00pm Shady Rest, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-9111 Men's League Snooker 7:00pm Legion #76, Qualicum. 250-752-9632 White Collar Boxing 7:15pm Genesis Boxing, Parksville. 250-248-5511

Teen Nite (Gr. 9-12) 3:00pm SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093

EVERY TUESDAY Boxercise for Everyone 6:00am Genesis Boxing, Parksville. 250-248-5511

Seniors Line Dancing 3:15pm Qualicum Seniors' Centre. 250-752-3148

Rotary Qualicum AM 7:00am Rotary House, 211 Fern Rd, Qualicum Beach.

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

Woodcarving 8:30am OS Middle School, Parksville. 250-951-3001

Darts for Seniors 1:00pm Parksville Seniors' Centre. 250-248-3200 Ladies Pool 1:00pm Legion #76, Qualicum. 250-752-9632 Mid School Nite (Gr. 6,7,8) 4:00pm SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093 Oneness Blessing Circle 6:00pm Contact Kasandra, Parksville. 250-586-3311 Boxercise for Everyone 6:00pm Genesis Boxing, Parksville. 250-248-5511 Hootenany Music 7:00pm Crown & Anchor, Qualicum. 250-757-9444 Texas Hold 'Em 7:00pm Legion #76, Qualicum. 250-752-9632 EVERY WEDNESDAY Parksville Rotary AM 7:00am The Beach Club Resort, Parksville.

Seniors are Talking 1:00pm SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093.

Singing in French 1:30pm New members welcome. 250-248-8714 Family Night 4:30pm SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093 Boxing (8-13yrs) 4:30pm Genesis Boxing, Parksville. 250-248-5511 Weight Watchers 5:00pm PCCC, Parksville.

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

Womens' Kinetics Class 10:30am Bodyworks, Parksville. 250-248-3346

White Collar Boxing 7:15pm Genesis Boxing, Parksville. 250-248-5511

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Silver Foxes Aerobics 10:00am Bradley Centre, Coombs. 250-248-3161 Baby Time 10:30am Parksville Library.

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Cribbage 6:00pm (2nd Sun.) Legion 49, Parksville. 250-248-5633

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FABULOUS FIFTIES ROCK N’ ROLL DANCE PARTY

by Brenda Gough

If you loved the 50’s and feel like re-living the good old days, then make sure you mark Aril 27 on your calendar for a fun 1950’s party at the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre.

The Buddy Holly 1950’s Rock n’ Roll Dance Party is an exciting fundraising event presented by the Qualicum Beach Downtown Business Association (QBDBA) and tickets are selling fast.

Girls are encouraged to wear their poodle skirts and bobby socks while guys definitely need to find their inner James Dean and rock their leather jackets and ducktails for the retro affair.

The party will feature well-known tribute artist Zachary Stevenson as Buddy Holly. Zach and his band will rock the house with two 45-minute sets of live 50’s and 60’s music and DJ Patrick Nicholson will be spinning the oldies in between.

There will be a 50’s costume contest so guests are encouraged to dress in the styles that defined the decade including blue suede shoes, crinoline skirts and the flat top.

Organizer Sherri Verdec says she will be wearing a vintage outfit for the dance, which she said, is all about fun.

Verdec is the one who came up with the idea of a 1950’s dance party as a fundraiser for the QBDBA, which continues to promote a healthy and vibrant downtown business core.

“The downtown business association is run by great people who put so much heart and soul into the community,” she stated.

Gary’s Bistro will be setting up a full restaurant at the venue so guests can buy

hot dogs and hamburgers and Verdec said it will be a bitter sweet night for her because it was Gary Hopkins whom she first pitched the idea of a 50’s dance to.

“One day I was sitting with Gary and I said to him it would be really neat to have a 50’s party here and he said ok we’ll talk … but a week later he passed away.”

Verdec said in memory of Gary a portion of the funds from the dance will go towards a donation on his behalf to a Kwalikum Secondary School (KSS) scholarship fund.

“The Seaside Cruisers already contribute to a KSS scholarship for the technology program. Because Gary was interested in cars we are going to add to it in his honour,” she announced.

She pointed out that Gary was very involved in the community as a member of both the Qualicum Beach Downtown Business Association and the Qualicum Beach Chamber of Commerce. He was also one of the founder of the Father’s Day Show n’ Shine.

“If Gary was here he would have loved this so much … this is so him.”

The adults-only dance will include a cash bar, 50/50 draws and even a jive contest.

Verdec said it is an opportunity to dance the night away with Parksville’s very own version of Buddy Holly as performed by Zachary Stevenson.

“Zach grew up here. He is an amazing entertainer and one of the nicest guys you will ever meet” said Verdec.

Tickets are $30 each and can be purchased at Fresh N Fabulous Flowers & Gifts at #210 2nd Avenue West in downtown Qualicum Beach.

For more information, contact Sherri Verdec at 250-757-8270 or by email to sherriverdec@shaw.ca

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Rawthentic Eatery ......................... 250-594-7298 Sakura Tea & Coffee Shop ............ 250-248-8837

A Step Above Cafe .......................... 250-752-9281 Back Road Meals & Mochas ........... 250-951-3171 Bailey's In The Village ..................... 250-752-7584 Beach House Cafe ........................... 250-752-9626

Sandbar Cafe & Art Gallery ............ 778-424-4478 Save-On-Foods Deli ......................... 250-390-4613 Serious Coffee ................................ 250-586-0188 Shanna's Place ................................ 250-248-4009

Beachside Grille .............................. 250-752-4392

Starbucks Coffee Co ...................... 250-248-9720

Bean Counter Cafe ......................... 250-757-9565

Stellario's Italian Caffe ................... 250-954-0255

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Tea Room at Milner Gardens ......... 250-752-8573

Cafe Brie .......................................... 250-594-2526

Thrifty Foods Deli .......................... 250-248-8823

Cha Ch'a Java .................................. 250-248-4225

Tim Horton's ...................................250-248-0094

Chuffin Cafe .................................... 250-248-3261

Westhill Restaurant ........................ 250-752-7148

Cockney Pride ................................. 250-752-6322

Wheelhouse Cafe ............................ 250-951-3301

Courtyard Cafe & Patio .................. 250-752-4152

Yorky's Halibut & Chips .................. 250-954-1197

Creekmore's Coffee Espresso ......... 250-752-0158

Your Comfy Cafe ........................... 250-947-5770

Cruisers Grill .................................... 250-752-4814 Deb's Deli ........................................ 250-752-0021 Errington Eatery ............................ 250-586-0066 Errington Mountain Cafe ............... 250-586-8866 Farmhouse Cafe .............................. 250-248-5519 French Creek Bakery & Cafe ........... 250-248-2080 Hilliers Beef N Baker ....................... 250-752-0068 Karma Coffee ................................. 250-248-7312 MadBee Cafe .................................. 250-248-1004 Munchy Business Deli & Chicken ... 250-752-0023 Oceanside Arena Concession ......... 250-947-5766

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AA Texas BBQ ................................. 250-752-7032

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A&W Parksville ......................................... 250-248-2040 Nanoose ..........................................250-468-6686

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

Aioli Seafood Restaurant .............. 250-954-1010

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

Avo's Eatery .................................... 250-248-1180

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

Bayside Bistro & Lounge ................. 250-248-8333 Beach Hut ........................................ 250-752-5708 Bistro 1898 ...................................... 250-954-1881

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Old Dutch Inn ................................. 250-752-6914

Creek House Restaurant ................. 250-248-3214

Ole Mexicano's Cafe ....................... 250-248-5466

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

Pacific Prime Steak & Chop ............ 250-947-2109

Extreme Eatz .................................. 250-951-6651 Final Approach ............................... 250-752-8966 Fish Tales Cafe ................................ 250-752-6053 Gary's Bistro ................................... 250-752-5800

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Grill on the Green ........................... 800-567-1320

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

Takrai Thai Restaurant ................... 250-752-0468

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

Treetop Tapas & Grill ...................... 250-248-2072

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

White Elephant .............................. 250-586-6611

Quiznos Parksville ........................... 250-951-0752 Talons at Eaglecrest ........................ 250-752-6311 Thalassa Restaurant ........................ 250-594-1150 Trees Restauraunt & Bakery ......... 250-586-2226

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Domino's Pizza ................................ 250-248-9296 Nickolini's Pizza ............................. 250-757-9996

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Panago Pizza ................................... 250-310-0001 Papa Gino's Pizzeria ....................... 250-586-2121

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Pizza Hut ......................................... 250-248-8130

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Poppa's Pizza .................................. 250-248-9121

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Arlington Inn Pub ........................... 250-468-7013 Black Goose Inn .............................. 250-586-1001 Crown & Anchor Roadhouse Pub .. 250-757-9444 Copper Lounge ............................... 250-248-2072 French Creek Marine Pub ............... 250-248-3713

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

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

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

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

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