Parksville, Qualicum Beach & Area What's On Digest March 2018 Issue by Whats On Digest Ltd.

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ECHO PLAYERS THEATRE page 14

DICKENS OF A TWIST page 16

CASINO SPLASH page 22

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MUST SEE EVENTS This month, we personally selected what we feel are six “Must See” events happening in the Parksville & Qualicum Beach area. We hope you enjoy them as much as we know we will.

MARCH 8-10

MARCH 10

From wine and beer newbies to the connoisseur, you’ll enjoy tastings, winemaker’s dinners, and bubble brunches. Tigh-Na-Mara and Beach Club Resort.

An exciting evening featuring the legendary folk songs of Canada’s most easterly province, sung as only Fergus and Jim can do. Parksville Knox United Church

MARCH 10, 16 & 17

MARCH 17

A one-act adaptation of the novel, “Oliver Twist”, with a special emphasis on homelessness and the plight of the hungry. Village Theatre and Errington Hall.

Hosted by Parksville Lions Club and Rotary Club of Parksville AM to raise funds for new splash park in the Parksville Community Park. Parksville Chrysler

MARCH 19 - APRIL 28

MARCH 31

A Spring Celebration of Nature, March 19 to April 28. Celebrating nature, particularly Brant geese, on mid-Vancouver Island through many fun activities. Parksville and Qualicum Beach.

Featuring egg hunts, musician, clown and face painting. Egg hunts to follow food sales and entertainment. Bring the whole family and your Easter baskets. Foster Park

PARKSVILLE UNCORKED

DICKENS OF A TWIST

BRANT WILDLIFE FESTIVAL 2018

ORGANWORX CONCERT

ST PADDY’S CASINO SPLASH

EASTER EGG HUNT

MARCH 2018

Proud to support & promote community events & programs. Have an event? Want to advertise in What's On Digest? Contact us for more information. Event Submission deadline: April Edition Mar 15, 2018 Advertising Booking deadline: April Edition Mar 10, 2018 Submit events online at whatsondigest.com or by email at eventspqb@dostuff.ca Advertising: Brittany Pearce Phone: 250-240-6881 Email: brittany@dostuff.ca Publisher: Tom Alexander Phone: 250-240-5512 Email: tom@dostuff.ca Writer: Brenda Gough

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Organ Worx Concert ECHO Players Theatre Dickens of a Twist Casino Splash

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March 2018 Events What’s On Screen Live Music Every Week Events Restaurant Directory

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COVER Jim Payne and Fergus O’Byrne for an evening of traditional Newfoundland Irish Music at the Knox United Church March 10, 2018.

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THU MAR 1

Canvas Art for Teens

Girl Talk / Guyz Time

5:45pm. Jenny Hughes will guide you through how to paint a fantastic yet surprisingly simple acrylic painting. No experience necessary. All supplies are provided. View painting project online. Thursday, March 1 from 5:45-7:15pm. Phone to pre-register. Oceanside Art Studio, #2 702 Memorial Avenue, Qualicum Beach. 250-248-3252

3:00pm. Every Thursday. Fun activities encourage self-esteem & healthy relationships, Nutritious snacks and transportation provided. Preregistration required. Qualicum Commons, 744 Primrose Street, Qualicum Beach. 250248-2093 ext. 237

Teen Nite in Parksville

Thursday Night Blues Party

Tom Morrisey

3:30pm. Every Thursday. For Youth Grades 10 12. Old & new friends get together for dinner, creative projects, games, outings, and more! Dropin. SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre, 245 Hirst Ave. W, Parksville. 250248-2093

7:00pm. Every Thursday. Develop trust, support and friendship while developing new skills and confidence. Outcomes include: discovering windows to self-exploration, a better connection with yourself and others, a better understanding of identity, the ability to find greater freedom within your life, and increased awareness of relationships with family, friends and the community. SOS Community Services Centre, 245 West Hirst Ave, Parksville. 250-248-2093

6:00pm. Tom Morrissey is a regular favourite. His band has released two albums and toured the country with his East Coast/West Coast fusion. Smoke N’ Water, 1-1600 Stroulger Rd, Nanoose Bay. 250-4687192

Parksville and sorounding areas for less than 5 years. First Thursday of the month. Parksville Community Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-248-6234

Youth Drop-In Basketball (Ages 16+) 7:00pm. Every Thursday. Come ready to play. This two-hour program is intended for participants 16+. All equipment is provided. Coombs Fairgrounds Gymnasium, 1014 Ford Road, Coombs. 250-927-3985

Open Mic with Scott & Hope

7:00pm. Thursday night blues, Drink, Dance, Dine, Enjoy. 7-11pm Deez Bar and Grill, 3353 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach.

7:30pm. Join us every Thursday for open mic! Hosted by Scott and Hope from Backstage Whiskey. The Rod & Gun, 163 Alberni Highway, Parksville. 250.248.6511

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5 allergic to laughter. To everyone else, catch the fever! With its wit, and sheer outrageousness Noel Coward’s Hay Fever introduces the Bliss family: a retired actress mother, a novelist father, and two children for whom all the world is a stage. Their outrageous antics dumbfound their doomed weekend guests, all of whom have been individually invited for a weekend. No√´l Coward’s exquisite Hay Fever is directed by professional director Michael Armstrong. Village Theatre, 110 West 2nd Avenue, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-3522

healthy snacks. SOS Child, Youth and Family Centre, 245 West Hirst Ave, Parksville. 250-2482093 ext. 242

Thursday Night Dancing

2:00pm. Does Food Control Your Life? Do you overeat, binge, purge or starve even if you don’t want to? Do you constantly diet and still not lose weight? Don’t Walk Away -- try Overeaters Anonymous (OA) A 12 step program. visit www. oaquiz.org to take our quiz and find out how we can help you. For local meetings go to oaviig/ meetings. KNOX United Church, 345 Pym Street, Room 5, Parksville. 250248-2582

7:30pm. Dance to great music played by the Coombs Old Time Fiddlers. Waltzes, Jigs, TwoSteps, Schottisches, Polkas and more. All ages welcome. Don’t dance? Just sit and enjoy the music with friends old and new. Rotary House, 211 Fern Road, Qualicum Beach. 250-586-2177

FRI MAR 2 Weight Watchers 9:00am. Every Wednesday. Meetings are led by people who’ve succeeded on the program, so their expertise comes from real-life experience. Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-248-6234

TIC TAC Parksville 9:00am. Tuesdays and Fridays. All family caregivers and their children are welcome to join the fun! Catch up over a cup of coffee while kids enjoy crafts, games and

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Lighthouse Floor Curling 1:00pm. Floor Curling every Monday and Friday from 1-3pm, equipment included. For Fees and information phone: 250-752-0216. Come and check out this funfilled and social activity! Lions Rec Hall, 280 Lions Way, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-0216

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Music Trivia 7:00pm. Every Friday The Shady Waterfront Restaurant & Pub, 3109 W Island Hwy,, Qualicum Beach. 250-7529111

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Double Trouble Duo 7:00pm. Wes Weldon and Colin Perry make up the eclectic match that is the Double Trouble Duo. These multitalented gents will blow you away with their stylings of blues and rock classics! They’re bringing their southern sound to

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FRI MAR 2 CONT... Smoke N’ Water once again! Smoke N’ Water, 1-1600 Stroulger Rd, Nanoose Bay. 250468-7192

Live Music with Exit 51 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Rd, Parksville.

SAT MAR 3 Qualicum Beach Farmers Market 8:30am. Open Year Round. You’ll find the best in fresh fruits,

vegetables and berries, plants and cut flowers, fresh baked goods, jams and jellies, fish, chicken and pork, as well as a wide range of local crafts. Qualicum Beach Community Hall, 644 Memorial Ave, corner of Memorial and Veterans Way, Qualicum Beach.

Saturday Breakfast Club 9:30am. Enjoy a parent and tot exploration and a Mother Goose circle time at Munchkinland, Family Place in Parksville. Join us for songs, stories, and breakfast. This is a free program suitable for

families with children 6 years and younger. 9:3011:30am Munchkinland, Family Place Parksville, 494 Bay Ave, Parksville. 250 248-3252

Journalism, the Vancouver Island Regional Library, and the Nanaimo Arts Council. Contest details and entry forms are at Vancouver Island Regional Library “front desks”. Regional Libraries in your Community, Vancouver Island. 250729-3947

Islands Short Fiction Contest 10:00am. Mar 3, 14, 24 & 30. We are inviting Vancouver Island and Gulf Island writers to submit their short stories of up to 2000 words. The entry fee is waived for Junior and Youth categories. You are allowed to enter as often as you like. Sponsored by the V.I.U. Department of Creative Writing and

TOSH 30th Anniversary Exhibition: Second Fifteen Years 10:00am. A group show featuring many of the artists who have exhibited in the arts centre since 2003. TOSH presents about 36 exhibitions per year featuring

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7 artists of varying mediums, techniques, and skill levels. This exhibition is a reunion of the many exceptional artists that have brought their exciting works to our three galleries. Opening Reception Feb. 21 at 2pm. The Old School House Arts Centre, 122 Fern Road, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6133

Monthly Open Door Event at Oceanside Community MakerSpace 1:00pm. MakerSpace is proud to open its doors to non-members every first Saturday of the month. Come in and be greeted by a fun and motivated community of tech enthusiasts! Whether you are interested in learning 3D printing, wood carving, wood working or electronics, we’ve got it! McMillan Arts Centre MAC, 133, McMillan St., Parksville.

Live Music at The Shady Rest 7:00pm. Join us on Saturday evening from 7-11pm for a great evening of live music. The Shady Rest, 3109 West Island Highway, Qualicum Beach. 250-7529111

Paint Nite Fundraiser - Sea & Navy League Cadets 7:00pm. Come join us for a fun night of painting for a good cause! No previous painting experience necessary, we will have an artist walk us through painting the art step by step! Door prizes and snacks provided, beverages available for purchase! Tickets available in advance only to ensure enough supplies

are provided, please go to the Paint Nite website to purchase tickets (or contact Shelley @ orourke@shaw.ca to pay by cash): RC Legion #49, 146 Hirst Ave W, Parksville. 250-248-2677

The Deaf Aids 7:00pm. The Deaf Aids are an acoustic vocal Beatles tribute band that perform songs from the Beatlemania era. From the Beatles first album Please Please Me to their sixth album Rubber Soul, The DeafAids replicate the John, Paul, and George vocals as on the original recordings. Smoke N’ Water, 1-1600 Stroulger Rd, Nanoose Bay. 250-468-7192

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Coffee House 7:30pm. Open stage format - musicians and entertainers free. Held on the first Saturday of each month. Always an interesting mix of local talents. Coffee and treats available from the kitchen. Doors open at 7pm. Errington Wat Memorial Hall, 1390 Errington Road, Errington. 250-248-5106

Live Music with Double Trouble Duo 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Rd, Parksville.

SUN MAR 4 Open Meditation 10:00am. Learn secular meditation techniques you can use at home to lower your blood pressure and feel more peaceful and relaxed. You can sit on a chair or on cushions on the floor. Suggested donation $15. All proceeds go towards

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THE PREMIER HEALTH FAIR IN THE MID ISLAND REGION Sat, March 17 • 10am - 4pm Have something green for lunch in a pub-style atmosphere.

Sun, March 18 • 10am - 3pm

High Tea Tickets Available at Accura Dental, French Creek Landing, or Parksville Pharmasave

Free Admission Seminars, exhibits, demos, food, and fun. Parksville Community & Conference Centre 132 East Jensen Avenue

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SUN MAR 4 CONT... temple maintenance. Kathok Clear Light Meditation Centre, 2800 Grafton Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-586-5882

Parksville Lion’s and Save-On-Foods Free Family Skate 12:15pm. This popular skate session is Sundays, a great way to stay active as a family. Children must be accompanied by an adult, 19yrs+. Pond hockey is not available during this session. Oceanside Place Arena on Sundays, March 4th and ending on March 11th. Skate time is from 12:15 to 1:45 pm. Free event. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 West Island Hwy, Parksville. 250 248-3252

Spectacular Magic Show 3:00pm. Sunrise Preschool is hosting Spectacular Magic Show with a Silent Auction and a concession. Tickets available at Soak Essentials-180 Craig Street. Parksville Community and Conference Center, 132 Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-248-8552

Country/Blues Jam 3:00pm. Every Sunday. Come on down to the Crown & jam with Big

Daddy at the best jam on Vancouver Island! Crown & Anchor, 6120 West Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250-757-9444

and Wednesday evening from 6-8pm. Black Goose Inn, 1051 Resort Drive, Parksville. 250586-1001

MON MAR 5

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7:00pm. Every Monday. Everyone Welcome. Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-248-1926

9:00am. Mondays. All family caregivers and their children are welcome to join the fun! Catch up over a cup of coffee while kids enjoy crafts, games and healthy snacks. Qualicum Commons, 744 Primrose St., Qualicum Beach. 250-752-2040

Girl Talk / Guys Time 3:00pm. Mondays are your day to shine! Join us in fun activities that inspire confidence and healthy self-image. Healthy snacks are provided as well as transportation from Oceanside and Springwood Middle Schools. Preregistration is required. Mondays, 3:00p.m.5:00 p.m. SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre, 245 Hirst Ave. W, Parksville. 250-248-2093 ext. 237

Live Music with Kevin and Debbie 6:00pm. Every Wednesday. Come and listen to our resident guitarist/ vocalists Kevin and Debbie every Monday

TUE MAR 6 Duplicate Bridge 12:30pm. ACBL sanctioned duplicate bridge with 2 sections - Open Stratified and Novice. Every Tuesday. Qualicum Beach Royal Canadian Legion, 180 Veterans Way, Qualicum Beach.

Family Night in Qualicum Beach 4:30pm. Every Tuesday. Connect with others and learn about family services, support & activities. Qualicum Commons, 744 Primrose Street, Qualicum Beach. 250-248-2093 ext. 237

Youth Drop-In Basketball (Ages 11-15) 6:30pm. Every Tuesday. Swing by the Coombs Fairgrounds Gymnasium for FREE drop-in basketball from 6:30-7pm. All equipment is provided.

All you need to do is show up ready to play. Coombs Fairgrounds Gymnasium, 1014 Ford Road, Coombs. 250927-3985

Dad’s Night Out: Free Skate 6:30pm. Dads, bring the kids to Oceanside Place Arena and enjoy a free skate together on the pond Tuesday, March 6h from 6:30 to 7:30 pm. This free skate is sponsored by our partners at Building Learning Together. Oceanside Place, 830 West Island Highway, Parksville. 250-248-3252

Paint Night: Lake of Reflection 6:30pm. Paint Nite Vancouver Island once again to help you create your own masterpiece! Enjoy drinks, laughs, and way more talent than you ever thought you had! For more information and to sign-up and save 30% by using the discount TeamGinjaLion, visit Paint-Nite website. Smoke N’ Water, 1-1600 Stroulger Rd, Nanoose Bay. 250-468-7192

Xtreme Karaoke 9:00pm. It’s KarAOke at the Gun! Come join Debra & friends, show off your pipes, get in on prizes and the “cash

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9 wall” and enjoy free pool. Every Tuesday. The Rod & Gun, 163 Alberni Highway, Parksville. 250248-6511

WED MAR 7 Soupy Cafe 12:00pm. Looking for a place to meet up with your neighbours, enjoy a good soup and coffee, play some games, or learn a craft? The Soupy Cafe is open and ready for the neighbourhood to socialize on the 1st Wednesday of the Month from 12-1pm. Everyone welcome, lunch by donation. Lighthouse Community Hall, 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay. 778-424-9900

Golden Temple Open to Public 1:00pm. Come and meditate with the 15’ Golden Buddha, do walking meditation, spin the prayer wheels, light a butter lamp & browse the gift shop. Give yourself some peace and space! Wednesday March 7 & 21, 1pm 3pm and Friday March 16, 1pm - 4pm. Kathok Centre, 2800 Grafton Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-586-5882

Family Night in Parksville 4:30pm. Every Wednesday. Connect with others and learn about family services, support & activities. SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre, 245 Hirst Ave. W, Parksville. 250-248-2093

Free Meditation Workshop 5:30pm. The simple and effective techniques of Sahaja Yoga Meditation

will allow you to master stress, improve your health, face yourself, and achieve balance in every aspect of life. Ancient knowledge and practices are adapted to modern day needs for people of all ages and walks of life. McMillan Arts Centre, 133 McMillan Street, Parksville. 250-954-5040

Learn to Run Clinic 6:00pm. Get fit, have fun, Learn to Run in 2018 with Team ORCA. You don’t have to be a runner or have previous running experience to take part. This is a carefully structured programme for adults who want to learn healthy running skills at a personalised pace in a friendly and supportive group. This 14 week programme ends just before the Oceanside Mothers’ Day 5K Walk/Run. This might just be your target! Springwood Middle School Parking Lot, 450 Despard Ave, Parksville. 250-248-8342

Wkly Wed. Open Door Event at Oceanside Community Makerspace 6:00pm. MakerSpace is proud to open its doors to non-members! Come in and be greeted by a fun and motivated community of tech enthusiasts! Whether you are interested in learning 3D printing, wood carving, wood working or electronics, we’ve got it! McMillan Arts Centre (MAC), 133 McMillan St., Parksville. 250-2280305

Michael Patrick 6:00pm. Michael Patrick, jazz guitarist, and vocalist sings beautiful

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MARCH 10, 2018

EAST MEETS WEST AT KNOX A ROUSING CONCERT COVERING A BROAD SPECTRUM OF NEWFOUNDLAND FOLK CULTURE.

wo free spirits from Jim Payne who is also an accomplished East Coast folk musician. Newfoundland will be sharing some maritime culture when O’Byrne said those who enjoyed the they perform a rousing concert performance last year won’t want to miss at Knox United Church on Saturday, March this month’s production because this time 10. around both he and his musical sidekick will be on stage. Fergus O’Byrne and Jim Payne will combine their instrumental prowess “Jim and I work as a duo most of the time and humorous but he wasn’t there repartee, to cover last year. This year a broad spectrum the two of us will do of Newfoundland "It is a very interactive show. We the show.” folk culture when are open to anything" Wi t h their OrganWorx at Knox musical programme Fergus O'Byrne ~ Musician presents East Meets featuring the West. legendary folk With songs, stories songs of Canada’s and dance tunes most easterly their lively arrangements include rousing sea province, sung as only the pair can do, shanties and work songs, poignant ballads, audience members are encouraged to join comic ditties, folk tales and recitations, and in the musical journey. toe-tapping jigs, reels and polkas on a variety “It is a very interactive show. We are open of instruments. to anything,” stated O’Byrne. When O’Byrne performed at Knox Church Their humorous and informative last year he had folks dancing in the aisles. Newfoundland banter ties a wide range of He returns this year with his good friend extraordinary music together for an evening

of great entertainment. O’Byrne said last year he performed with Knox’s music leader and celebrated organist, Jenny Vincent as well as some other local musicians. That show was held to raise funds for the new digital state-of-the-art organ at the church. He said he was impressed with the sound at the venue and once again some locals will join them on stage. O’Byrne originally from Ireland has been a working musician and educator in Newfoundland for 48 years and said the set list is varied. “The material we do covers a broad base of music. A lot of the material we do is related to Newfoundland. It stems from music in Ireland and England. Jim writes his own material as well,” he acknowledged. A native of Notre Dame Bay, Newfoundland, Payne is a leading performer, collector and producer of traditional Newfoundland music. He is also one of the province’s most prolific songwriters, as well as being a singer of

traditional songs, a storyteller, writer, actor, step dancer and instructor and caller of traditional Newfoundland set and square dances. O’Byrne performs with a five-string banjo, guitar, bodhran and concertina while Payne is skilled at the accordion, mandola and guitar. Newfoundland appetizers will also be served at the show. Tickets for the March 10 performance at 7 p.m. are $37.50 and can be purchased at Knox United Church at 345 Pym Street, Parksville as well as at the Port Theatre box office. MORE INFORMATION

KNOX UNITED CHURCH 345 Pym Street, Parksville TICKETS $37.50 can be purchased at Knox United Church & Port Theatre box office. Visit www.kucparksville.ca Story by BRENDA GOUGH

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WED MAR 7 CONT... covers from the great American Songbook. Don’t miss this amazing musician! Smoke N’ Water, 1-1600 Stroulger Rd, Nanoose Bay. 250468-7192

Open Mic at Crown and Anchor 7:00pm. Open Mic with John Graham. Awesome musicians. Great time. Crown & Anchor, 6120 West Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250-7579444

THU MAR 8 International Women’s Day March 8 is International Women’s Day - a day to recognize women’s achievements and acknowledge the challenges they continue to face in the quest for gender equality in social, economic, cultural, and political campaigns. Various Locations in your Community, Vancouver Island.

Parksville Uncorked: 10th Annual Wine and Culinary Festival 9:00am. March 8, 9 & 10. From wine and beer newbies to the connoisseur, you’ll enjoy tastings, winemaker’s dinners, and bubble

brunches. Last year’s festival events sold out, don’t say we didn’t warn you. Book early, and bring a friend, an event you don’t want to miss. Tigh-Na-Mara, 1155 Resort Drive, and Beach Club Resort, 181 Beachside Drive, Parksville. 1-888-760-2008

Mid Island Floral Art Club meeting 2:00pm. “Have a go at Art in Bloom”. Meeting is at St Stephens Church hall at 2:00. Non Members $6.00 St. Stephens Church Hall, 150 Village Way, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-1858

Girl Talk / Guz Time 3:00pm. Every Thursday. Fun activities encourage self-esteem & healthy relationships, Nutritious snacks and transportation provided. Preregistration required. Qualicum Commons, 744 Primrose Street, Qualicum Beach. 250248-2093 ext. 237

Teen Nite in Parksville 3:30pm. Every Thursday. For Youth Grades 10 12. Old & new friends get together for dinner, creative projects, games, outings, and more! Dropin. SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre, 245 Hirst Ave. W, Parksville. 250-

248-2093

Family Paint 5yrs+ 5:30pm. Let’s create art and memories together. Family members will take part in painting their own canvas with the guidance of our experienced art instructor. No experience necessary. All supplies are included. View painting project online. Qualicum Commons, 744 Primrose Avenue, Qualicum Beach. 250-248-3252

Music Bingo 7:00pm. Music Bingo fun every second Thursday. French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Road, Parksville. 250-248-3713

Bluegrass Jam 7:00pm. Thursday nights are Bluegrass nights. Come early to sign up for the open mic / jam bring along your fiddle, banjo, guitar, dobro, bass… brush up the old tunes 7pm - 10pm Crown & Anchor, 6120 West Island Hwy, Qualicum Bay. 250-757-9444

Youth Drop-In Basketball (Ages 16+) 7:00pm. Every Thursday. Come ready to play. This two-hour program is intended for participants 16+. All equipment is provided. Coombs Fairgrounds Gymnasium,

1014 Ford Road, Coombs. 250-927-3985

Open Mic with Scott & Hope 7:30pm. Join us every Thursday for open mic! Hosted by Scott and Hope from Backstage Whiskey. The Rod & Gun, 163 Alberni Highway, Parksville. 250.248.6511

FRI MAR 9 PCCC - Movies 1:00pm. March 9 & 10. Ferdinand / Wonder. Check parksvillecentre. com/events for times Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-248-6234

Kristian Braathen Trio 7:00pm. Kristian formed this trio in order to play a range of music, influenced by some of musicians with whom he draws inspiration. Some of these artists include, Ray Brown Trio, Bill Charlap Trio, and Jacky Terrasson. Joining Kristian are Miles Black (piano) and Ken Lister (acoustic bass) - two of Canada’s finest jazz musicians,The sound of the Kristian Braathen Trio is based around great feel, tight arrangements and new compositions. This trio’s

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Babysitters Certification Program (11-14 yrs) 9:00am. Become a Red Cross certified babysitter. This course introduces basic first aid, how to respond to emergency situations, explains baby and child care, offers advice on becoming a responsible babysitter, and tips for finding babysitting jobs. Price includes manual and certificate. 9:00 am to 4:00 pm at Qualicum Commons, RDN Activity Room 12. Cost is $46.35. Qualicum Commons, Qualicum Beach. 250248-3252

SAT MAR 10 Nile Creek Stream Walk Walk along the Nile Creek to explore which native plants and animals thrive there. Observe first-hand the many natural processes that are at work around this beautiful river system. Learn from an expert biologist who specializes in the waterways of Vancouver Island. Wear boots for muddy walking! Please pre-register through RDN Recreation 1-888-828-2069

Align and Balance Your Emotions Workshop 1:00pm. Using TERRA Essential Oils and the Bach Flower Essence guide, in this workshop you will learn how align and create balance on all

levels ~ physical, emotional, mental and spiritual. Vibrational Healing, #1 - 534 Pioneer Crescent, Pioneer Wellness Centre, Parksville. 250240-2656

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organWORX: East meets West 7:00pm. An exciting evening featuring the legendary folk songs of Canada’s most easterly province, sung as only Fergus and Jim can do, you’re sure to sing and dance your way through an amazing journey! The humorous and informative Newfoundland banter ties all of this extraordinary music together for an evening of great entertainment.Tickets available at: Mullberry Bush Bookstores, the Port Theatre Box office and www.porttheatre. com/events + Knox United Church in Parksville Knox United Church, 345 Pym Street, Parksville. 250-248-3927

Live Music at The Shady Rest 7:00pm. Join us on Saturday evening from 7-11pm for a great evening of live music. The Shady Rest, 3109 West Island Highway, Qualicum Beach. 250-7529111

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April 19 - May 6 Told with intelligence, sharp humour and biting insight, Collected Stories centers on the evolving relationship between Ruth Steiner (Beth DeVolder), an older, somewhat testy Columbia University professor and renowned short story writer, and her student, Lisa Morrison (Jennifer Kelly), an ambitious aspiring writer who is in awe of her professor. Over the course of their six year relationship, the student exceeds her mentor’s success. “Moving, funny and heartwarming. Here’s a play that starts with a hero worship, moves to friendship and finally betrayal. You will leave the theatre glowing. Collected Stories reminds one of the joy of living life to the full.”… London Sunday Times. Directed by Lynne Carrow and Sue Murguly, “Collected Stories,” by Pulitzer Prize winner Donald Margulies will be presented at the Village Theatre. MORE INFORMATION

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8:00pm. His performance last year of “Deck” was a hit, so he’s back again with his one-man ‘post modern vaudeville’ adult comedy show. Tickets are $20 - from Cranky Dog in Parksville, Heaven on Earth in Qualicum Beach or at the Errington General Store. Coffee and great treats available from the kitchen Errington War Memorial Hall, 1390 Errington Road, Errington. 250-248-5106 or 250248-5685

Live Music with Glen Foster Group 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Rd, Parksville.

SUN MAR 11 Second Sunday Market and Pancake Breakfast 8:00am. The second Sunday of each month, 8:00 – noon. Lots of fun, food, great live music, and shopping. Everything from a great selection of unique, handmade items, vintage collectibles, crafting supplies, tools, and household goods. Lighthouse Community Hall, 240 Lion’s Way, Qualicum Bay. 250-757-8172

MON MAR 12 Arbutus Toastmasters 7:00pm. Every Monday. Everyone Welcome. Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-248-1926

9:00am. March 13 & 27. Learn how to create and organize a resume and cover letter so employers can understand your skills and qualifications. This workshop also includes “what to do ” and “what not to do” when writing and formatting resumes. No computer skills required. Career Centre, 110-198 E. Island Highway, Parksville. 250248-3205

Xtreme Karaoke 9:00pm. It’s KarAOke at the Gun! Come join Debra & friends, show off your pipes, get in on prizes and the “cash wall” and enjoy free pool. Every Tuesday. The Rod & Gun, 163 Alberni Highway, Parksville. 250248-6511

WED MAR 14 Family Night in Parksville 4:30pm. Every Wednesday. Connect with others and learn about family services, support & activities. SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre, 245 Hirst Ave. W, Parksville. 250-248-2093

Michael Patrick 6:00pm. Michael Patrick, jazz guitarist, and vocalist sings beautiful covers from the great American Songbook. Don’t miss this amazing musician! Smoke N’ Water, 1-1600 Stroulger Rd, Nanoose Bay. 250468-7192

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Open Mic at Crown and Anchor 7:00pm. Open Mic with John Graham. Awesome musicians. Great time. Crown & Anchor, 6120 West Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250-7579444

THU MAR 15 French Conversation 2:30pm. Informal dropin to maintain or improve your French. For info, call David. Serious Coffee, 1209 E Island Hwy, Parksville. 250738-0819

Girl Talk / Guyz Time 3:00pm. Every Thursday. Fun activities encourage self-esteem & healthy relationships, Nutritious snacks and transportation provided. Pre-registration required. Qualicum Commons, 744 Primrose Street, Qualicum Beach. 250248-2093 ext. 237

Teen Nite in Parksville 3:30pm. Every Thursday. For Youth Grades 10 - 12. Old & new friends get together for dinner, creative projects, games, outings, and more! Dropin. SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre, 245 Hirst Ave. W, Parksville. 250248-2093

Pouring Paint Class (11-15 years) 4:00pm. Let’s get creative. Use liquid vitreous medium and acrylic paint to create your own modern resin-like artwork. No experience necessary. All supplies are provided. View project online. 4:00 to 5:30 pm. Oceanside Art Stu-

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Business Achievement Awards 5:00pm. The Parksville & District Chamber of Commerce is proud to be involved in recognizing and honoring businesses that excel in our community. The annual Business Achievement Awards celebrate outstanding business success in Parksville and District. Join us for networking, drinks, dinner and a celebration of our business community. Tickets available by contacting the Chamber. Parksville Community and Conference Centre, 132 E Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-248-3613

Paint a Tote Bag (7-12 years) 5:45pm. Show the world your creative side with this hand-painted tote bag. No experience necessary. All supplies are provided. View painting project online. 5:45 to 7:15 pm Qualicum Commons, 744 Primrose Avenue, Qualicum Beach. 250-248-3252

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DICKENS OF A TWIST A ONE ACT ADAPTATION OF THE NOVEL OLIVER TWIST.

theatrical production with an Although the play is aimed at a young emphasis on homelessness and school audience, public performances will the plight of the hungry in the be held at the Errington Hall and at the Oceanside area will be making Village Theatre in Qualicum Beach the rounds at various venues in March. The keyboard, props and stage furnishings Dickens of a Twist is a one act adaptation travel with the troupe from performance to of the novel Oliver Twist with songs from performance and Packer admitted that may the musical Oliver. present some challenges. It is being directed and produced by Julian “Sarah David is looking after the set. We Packer along with are taking it around Ashlee Sales who is in a horse trailer to leading the musical eight elementary "The troupe is made up of direction. schools including amateur actors ranging in age Lasqueti. I don’t Packer said he from 10 to 75." know how we are produced the fifty going to manage Julian Packer ~ Producer minute adaptation with our props but of the Oliver Twist we will figure it story when he out,” he exclaimed. resided in Alberta and he is confident it will be well received He said the premise of the play is based in this community. on characters from Charles Dickens A Christmas Carol including Ebenezer “I did this script four years ago when I Scrooge, Tiny Tim and Fezziwig. lived in Peace River so I know it works,” he assured. “It is the shortened version of Oliver Twist. They need to have a party for Tiny Tim’s The production will be presented at local birthday and who should come along … a elementary schools during the first two weeks of March. reformed Mr. Scrooge. He gives Tim a book,

the original Oliver Twist,” he explained. The troupe is made up of amateur actors ranging in age from 10 to 75. Many of them performed with Packer in the Echo Players production of Dick Whittington in December 2016. With his cast of 20 actors and musicians, he is confident the show will engage, entertain and educate the public. “We want to bring awareness and focus on those who are less fortunate. Oceanside does a good job of addressing the issue but we need to keep reminding ourselves of their plight and we need to let our children know that poverty is on our doorstep.” Almost half of the cast are children and Packer said when young audiences see their peers acting, dancing and singing it will provide an artistic link to help them understand a serious topic. Two of the songs in the show have been choreographed by an 11 year old actor in the ensemble. The troupe is also being supported by the Errington Hall Board, St Edmunds and St Anne’s Church in Parksville, the Rotary

Club of Qualicum Beach, the RDN, Echo Players and the Salvation Army. The script has been written to include mention of the fact that the Salvation Army is actively assisting those in need. It also refers to the historical beginnings of Coombs, which started out as a Salvation Army settlement in the early 1900’s. The area was settled by people from the east end of London, where Dickens located Fagin and his young cronies. Public performances will be at the Village theatre on Saturday, March 10 at 7:30 p.m. The cost for adults is $15, students $10 and children 12 or under $6. Admission is by donation to the food bank for the 7 p.m. shows at the Errington Hall on March 16 and 17. MORE INFORMATION

VILLAGE THEATRE 110 West 2nd Avenue, Qualicum Beach ERRINGTON HALL 1390 Errington Rd, Errington Story by BRENDA GOUGH

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FRI MAR 16 CONT... Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-248-6234

TIC TAC Parksville 9:00am. Tuesdays and Fridays. All family caregivers and their children are welcome to join the fun! Catch up over a cup of coffee while kids enjoy crafts, games and healthy snacks. SOS Child, Youth and Family Centre, 245 West Hirst Ave, Parksville. 250248-2093 ext. 242

Jazz Cabaret 7:00pm. Jazz Cabaret is pleased to present vocalist and instrumentalist Karen Graves with Ron Hadley on Piano and Rick Kilburn on Bass. Your ticket price includes light refreshments. The Old School House Arts Centre, 122 Fern Road, Qualicum Beach. 250752-6133

ington Hall in Errington. Errington Hall, 1390 Errington Road, Errington.

Coombs Country Opery 7:00pm. Local musicians are invited to take the stage and strut their stuff. Listen to good oldtime music, including country, fiddlers, and bluegrass. Snacks and coffee are provided by 4H groups as a fund raiser for the kids. Musicians are free. Door prizes. Great family entertainment for an evening out. Coombs Rodeo Grounds Community Hall, 2601 Alberni Hwy, Coombs. 250 752 3998

Live Music with The Enablers 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Rd, Parksville.

SAT MAR 17 St. Patrick’s Day A global celebration of Irish culture on or around March 17. It particularly remembers St. Patrick, one of Ireland’s patron saints, who ministered Christianity in Ireland during the fifth century. Various Locations Throughout Your Community, Vancouver Island.

Dickens of a Twist

Oceanside Family Health and Wellness Fair

7:00pm. March 16 & 17. This is a one act, fifity minute adaptation of the novel “Oliver Twist”, with songs from the musical “Oliver” and with a special emphasis on homelessness and the plight of the hungry presented at the Err-

10:00am. March 17 & 18. The premier health fair in the mid island region; seminars, exhibits, demos, food and fun. At the Parksville Community and Conference Centre Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville.

St Paddy’s Day Dinner and Dance 6:00pm. It’s time for our annual St. Paddy’s Day Dinner and Dance. Dinner is at 6:30pm then dance the night away starting at 7:30pm with “Groundswell”. Prizes for best costumes. Tickets available at the bar. Qualicum Beach Legion, 180 Veterans Way, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-9632

St Paddy’s Casino Splash 7:00pm. You might just find your pot of gold at the St Paddy’s Casino Splash at Parksville Chrysler from 7-11 pm. Hosted by Parksville Lions Club and Rotary Club of Parksville AM to raise funds for new splash park in the Parksville Community Park. Bet your fun money at real gambling tables and win prizes. Appetizers, music, wall of wine,raffle draws,live auction,cash bar with brew from Mount Arrowsmith Brewing. Tickets at Marlin Travel, Parksville Chrysler, Mount Arrowsmith Brewing. Parksville Chrysler, 230 Shelly Road, Parksville. 250-954-3073

Live Music at The Shady Rest 7:00pm. Join us on Saturday evening from 7-11pm for a great evening of live music. The Shady Rest, 3109 West Island Highway, Qualicum Beach. 250-7529111

Eastbound Train 7:00pm. March 17 & 30. East Bound Train is an energetic new band on Nanaimo’s music scene with a unique

smoky country/rockabilly sound.Smoke N’ Water, 1-1600 Stroulger Rd, Nanoose Bay . 250468-7192

Live Music with The Enablers 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Rd, Parksville.

SUN MAR 18 Nanaimo Chamber Orchestra, Rhapsody & Reverie 2:30pm. The NCO will play 5 works, featuring guest pianist, Sarah Hagen, to play 2 of these: Bruch’s “Serenade on a Swedish Folk Melody”, Nielsen’s “BohemianDanish Folktune”, and Elgar’s “Great Malvern Suite”. Then, with Sarah, Finzi’s “Eclogue”, and the premiere of a work by Richard Covey. “Esplanade: In Memory of the Seven and the Seven”, is based on the disastrous 1887 fire in Nanaimo’s Esplanade No. 1 coal mine that killed 148 men, leaving only 7 survivors and 7 never found. Knox United Church, 345 Pym St, Parksville. 250-729-8910

Vancouver Island Opera:O’Hearn and Beckmyer 3:00pm. Vancouver Island Opera presents Janessa O’Hearn and Holly Beckmyer accompanied by Nikolai Maloff Hear two outstanding young artists performing a popular selection of well known and not so well known classical music from Pergolesi to Strauss to Bernstein. MacMillan Arts Centre Gallery, 133 McMillan St., Parksville. 250-752-5533

MON MAR 19 Spring Break for SD 69 Spring Break for School District 69 starts today. No classes scheduled for two weeks. Classes to resume on April 3, 2018. School District 69, 100 East Jensen Avenue, Parksville. 250-248-4241

Brant Wildlife Festival 10:00am. A Spring Celebration of Nature, March 19 to April 28. It celebrates nature, particularly Brant geese, on mid-Vancouver Island through many fun activities for all ages. Events range from Spring Break Nature Camps for kids to wildlife viewing opportunities and guest speakers across Parksville, Qualicum Beach, and surrounding areas. For a complete list of detailed events and times please visit our website. Different locations throughout the community, Parksville and Qualicum Beach. 1-866288-7878

Go Wild Spring Break Camp at Moorecroft 9:00am. Children aged 6 to 10 are invited to GO Wild and spend an incredible spring break at Moorecroft Regional Park and experience nature-inspired fun and adventure. March 19-23, 9am to 3pm. Register at ca.apm.activecommunities.com/rdnrecreation/ or call 250-248-3252 Moorecroft Regional Park, 1563 Stewart Road, Nanoose. 250-248-3252

TUE MAR 20 Spring Equinox/First Day of Spring 9:15am. Spring officially begins with the Spring

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WED MAR 21 Michael Patrick 6:00pm. Michael Patrick, jazz guitarist, and vocalist sings beautiful covers from the great American Songbook. Don’t miss this amazing musician! Smoke N’ Water, 1-1600 Stroulger Rd, Nanoose Bay. 250468-7192

Open Mic at Crown and Anchor 7:00pm. Open Mic with John Graham. Awesome musicians. Great time. Crown & Anchor, 6120

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9:00am. Thousands of quality used Books, DVDs, CDs and Garage Sale items. Proceeds help CatSpan Registered Charity’s feral & stray cats. To donate books or garage sale items until March 15. Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-927-1579

THU MAR 22 International World Water Day World Water Day, on 22 March every year, is about focusing attention on the importance of water. The theme for World Water Day 2018 is Nature for Water exploring naturebased solutions to the water challenges we face in the 21st century. Wherever you are and whatever you do on March 22, make it about nature and water. Various Locations, Vancouver Island.

Sympli Trunk Show Call for more info. Close To You, 174 Corfield St, Parksville. 250-2483718

World Water Day Swim 1:30pm. World Water Day Swim, join our swim leaders at Ravensong Aquatic Centre to celebrate. Take part in games and activities that will teach you to swim to survive skills. Plus the inflatable toys, rope swing and diving board will be available. 1:30-4pm. Ravensong Aquatic Centre, 737 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-5014

Light Spiritual Workshop March 23 & 24. Work with Angels, Ascended Masters & AnaLaRai to raise your vibrations through this experiential workshop. 250-2403898

Teen Nite in Parksville 3:30pm. Every Thursday. For Youth Grades 10 - 12. Old & new friends get together for dinner, creative projects, games, outings, and more! Drop-in. SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre, 245 Hirst Ave. W, Parksville. 250-248-2093

Music Bingo 7:00pm. Music Bingo fun every second Thursday. French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Road, Parksville. 250-248-3713

FRI MAR 23 Weight Watchers 9:00am. Every Wednesday. Meetings are led by people who’ve succeeded on the program, so their expertise comes from real-life experience. Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-248-6234

the door. McMillan Arts Centre, 133 McMillan Street, Parksville. 250248-8185

SAT MAR 24 Basic Bird ID and Bird Watching for Adults

1:00pm. Floor Curling every Monday and Friday from 1-3pm, equipment included. For Fees and information phone: 250-752-0216. Come and check out this funfilled and social activity! Lions Rec Hall, 280 Lions Way, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-0216

8:30am. (16yrs+) Limited enrollment, 4-hour, enjoyable, practical bird ID workshop, Suitable for beginning and intermediate-level participants. Study both mounted and live resident birds. Presentation of bird-watching pointers, feeding tips, and reference materials. Featuring bird ID skills which will be practiced on site. 8:30am12:30pm. N.I. Wildlife Recovery Centre, 1240 Leffler Road, Errington. 250-248-8534

Live Music at The Shady Rest

Spring Sale and Garage Sale

7:00pm. Join us on Saturday evening from 7-11pm for a great evening of live music. The Shady Rest, 3109 West Island Highway, Qualicum Beach. 250-7529111

8:30am. Silent Auction, Treasure Hunts, Crafts table, Bake table, Refreshments and a Garage Sale of 16 tables. Definitely something for everyone! QB Seniors’ Centre 703 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-0420

Lighthouse Floor Curling

Oatcakes and Heartaches: Tales from Scotland 7:00pm. Tales for the Telling, Storytelling for Adults, is thrilled to present, direct from the National Arts Centre, Fourth Stage, in Ottawa, Mary Wiggin and Kathie Kompass, with their latest creation, Oatcakes and Heartaches: Tales from Scotland. This sensational production will warm your heart. These two voices are always a joy to hear. Tickets are available at www.mcmillanartscentre.com or at

Wetland Birding Tour - Brant Wildlife Festival 9:30am. March 24 & 25. Tour a wetland wonderland with Parksville wetlands initiative founder and expert birding guide Christopher Stephens. This hidden gem with 87 recorded bird species and many noteworthy critters is a key habitat for unique marsh birds & amphibians, supporting an abundance and diversity of species. Pre-registration required. Book

21 with Pacific Rainforest Tours by phone or email noted above. Parksville Wetlands, Parksville. 250-248-3667

WaterSmart Workshop Day 10:00am. Learn amazing water conservation and gardening tips at WaterSmart Workshop Day! Expert-delivered presentations will take place from 10:00am – 3:00pm. Your $10 registration fee includes four workshops, a catered lunch and a free native plant from the Nanaimo and Area Land Trust! Registration is preferable but walkins are welcome for this fun and educational full day event. ($15 charge for walk-in participants). Please let us know which workshops you plan to attend. Please pre-register through RDN Recreation. Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 1-888-828-2069

Forest Bathing Walk 10:00am. March 24 & 25. Knowledgeable and experienced eco tour guides invite you to come relax, rejuvenate and soak up nature’s restorative medicines on a slow paced, sensory and mindful forest bathing experience. 10am to 12pm. Pre-registration required. Book with Pacific Rainforest Tours mail@ rainforestnaturehikes. com or call, will be advised location upon registration. 250-248-3667

Carlos Del Junco 8:00pm. Carlos returns with his incredible harmonica virtuosity. Tickets are $20 - from Cranky Dog in Parksville, Heaven on Earth in Qualicum Beach or at the Errington General Store. Coffee and great treats available from the kitchen. Errington War Memorial Hall, 1390 Errington Road, Errington. 250-248-5106 or 250248-5685

Live Music with Real Deal 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Rd, Parksville.

Director with Margaret Nelson on Piano. An afternoon of beautiful choral music. Knox United Church, 345 Pym Street, Parksville.

SUN MAR 25 Brant in the Bay Brant Wildlife Festival 10:00am. Enjoy the chance to view Brant geese and other birds through spotting scopes and have all your nature questions answered by the Arrowsmith Naturalists at Parksville Community Park. 10am to 2pm. Free and fun for all ages! Parksville Community Park, 141 East Island Highway, Parksville.

Parksville Community Choir Spring Concert 2:30pm. Parksville and District Community Choir presents Voices Together with full choir and 4 soloists. Mozart’s Requiem and choral favourites are featured. Ann Barber is Music

MON MAR 26 Go Wild Spring Break Camp at Rathtrevor Brant Wildlife Festival 9:00am. Children aged 6 to 11 are invited to GO Wild and spend an incredible spring break at Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park and experience nature inspired fun and adventure. Cost is $40+GST per day or $150+GST per child/4 days. To register or for more info visit. www.naturehouse.ca/ j333/index.php/kidscamps-summer-andspring-break. email nature@rlcparks.ca or call. Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park, Highway 19A, Parksville. 250-478-9414

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CASINO SPLASH WEAR YOUR BEST ST PADDY’S DAY ATTIRE AS YOU BET WITH SOME FUN MONEY.

ou might just find your pot of Brewery of the Year prize at the BC Beer Awards in September 2017. gold at the St Paddy’s Casino Splash on Saturday, March 17 The local craft beer company also took at Parksville Chrysler. home one gold and one silver award for two of its beer varieties. Hosted by the Parksville Lions Club and the Rotary Club of Parksville AM, the The brewery is one of many local adult only event will raise funds for the businesses that have pitched in to help new splash park located in the Parksville make the new splash park a reality. Community Park. Deb Tardiff, Manager of Communications Guests are encouraged to wear their best for the City of Parksville said a lot of groups St Paddy’s day attire have been involved as they bet with in raising funds for "It is one of the first times they some fun money at the Community real gambling tables have worked on something this Park Splash Park to win prizes. There that will cost just substantial together and raised will be appetizers, over $300,000. this much money" music, a wall of wine “Rotary AM and Deb Tardiff ~ Manager of Communications and raffle draws and the Lions have a cash bar featuring come together for some award winning this. It is one of the brews from Mount Arrowsmith Brewing first times they have worked on something Company. this substantial together and raised this Parksville’s newest craft brewing company much money,” she acknowledged. which opened its doors in April already has Members of Rotary AM sold 50/50 tickets some bragging rights in the malt beverage at the Craig Street Market last summer to industry. generate funds for the project and students After only six months in operation with the Ballenas Interact Club raised close Arrowsmith Brewing won the inaugural to $1000 last year for the park.

She said although the old water park was popular it no longer met safety standards. “The city’s plan was to upgrade the old splash park that was built in 1992. Then standards for playground equipment changed. It is now gone and work has begun on the new water feature,” she said. Tardiff explained that with fountains of water coming up from the ground it will be a very different park than what it was when it opens in May. The St Paddy’s Casino Splash runs from 7-11 p.m. on March 17 at Parksville Chrysler located at 230 Shelly Road. Tickets are $60 per person or $75 at the door and are available at Marlin Travel, Parksville Chrysler and Mount Arrowsmith Brewing Company. MORE INFORMATION

PARKSVILLE CHRYSLER 230 Shelly Road, Parksville TICKETS $60 OR $75 AT DOOR available at Marlin Travel, Parksville Chrysler and Mout Arrowsmith Brewing Company Story by BRENDA GOUGH

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MON MAR 26 CONT... Pirate Camp (7 to 12 years) - Brant Wildlife Festival

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Open Mic at Crown and Anchor

9:30am. Ahoy, matey! This fun and educational camp for children aged 7 to 12 at Deep Bay Marine Field Station will introduce landlubbers to the science of the seas through pirate-based games and activities for all ages. Camp will be packed with science-based games, experiments, interpretive nature walks and beach explorations. 9:30am to 3:30pm. $140 for 4 days. Register online at https:// ca.apm.activecommunities.com/rdnrecreation/ Home Deep Bay Marine Field Station, 370 Crome Point Rd., Bowser. 250740-6611

7:00pm. Open Mic with John Graham. Awesome musicians. Great time. Crown & Anchor, 6120 West Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250-7579444

TUE MAR 27

7:00pm. Every Thursday. Come ready to play. This two-hour program is intended for participants 16+. All equipment is provided. Coombs Fairgrounds Gymnasium, 1014 Ford Road, Coombs. 250-927-3985

Englishman River Watershed Tour Come see the amazing journey our drinking water takes from the mountains to our rivers! Enjoy an exclusive family-friendly guided tour of the Englishman River Watershed, featuring fun games, activities, and hands-on learning. Experts will be on hand to answer questions. Don’t forget your camera! Please pre-register through RDN Recreation 1-888-828-2069

WED MAR 28 Michael Patrick 6:00pm. Michael Patrick, jazz guitarist, and vocalist sings beautiful covers from the great American Songbook. Don’t miss this amazing musician! Smoke N’ Water, 1-1600 Stroulger

THU MAR 29 Thursday Night Blues Party 7:00pm. Thursday night blues, Drink, Dance, Dine, Enjoy. 7-11pm Deez Bar and Grill, 3353 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach.

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FRI MAR 30 Weight Watchers 9:00am. Every Wednesday. Meetings are led by people who’ve succeeded on the program, so their expertise comes from real-life experience. Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-248-6234

TIC TAC Parksville 9:00am. Tuesdays and Fridays. All family caregivers and their children are welcome to join the fun! Catch up over a cup of coffee while kids enjoy crafts, games and

healthy snacks. SOS Child, Youth and Family Centre, 245 West Hirst Ave, Parksville. 250248-2093 ext. 242

Start of Passover What Is Passover? The eight-day festival of Passover is celebrated in the early spring, from the 15th through the 22nd of the Jewish calendar month, Nissan, March 30-April 7, 2018. It commemorates the emancipation of the Israelites from slavery in ancient Egypt. Vancouver Island.

Good Friday 12:00am. Good Friday is the day when Christians commemorate the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ. The crucifixion was the culmination of a number of events in Holy Week, including the triumphal return of Jesus to Jerusalem on Palm Sunday; the washing of the disciples’ feet by Jesus; and the Last Supper on Maundy Thursday.

Open House and Transplant Sale Easter Long Weekend 10:00am. March 30-Arpil 1. Come down for a walk around this 23 acre farm on the Easter Long Weekend. Bring your family between 10am-

5pm to tour around the farm, check out the greenhouses, seed what is happening in the seed room, have a chat with the chickens and see what is growing outside. We will be having our annual transplant sale to start your own garden or add to your collection. There will be a variety of items to choose from, herbs, perennials and annuals. Cash or cheque only please Nanoose Edibles Farm, 1960 Stewart Rd, Nanoose Bay. 250-4682332

SAT MAR 31 Bird Watching, ID and Bird Feeding for Children with Family Member(s) 10:00am. 2-hour practical and fun bird-watching and ID workshop suitable for families with younger children. Learn from mounted and live resident birds and appropriate materials. Practice using bird ID skills on site. Discussion & demonstration of best practices for feeding birds at home. Presentation of resources and local birdwatching suggestions. 10am-12pm N.I. Wildlife Recovery Centre, 1240 Leffler Road, Errington. 250-248-8534

Friends of Foster Park Easter Egg Hunt 11:30am. The Friends of Foster Park is hosting its annual Easter Egg Hunt. Featuring egg hunts, musician, clown and face painting. Egg hunts to follow food sales and entertainment. $1 each for a hot dog, drink, cotton candy, raffle basket or jelly bean count tickets to support park events.

25 Bring the whole family and your Easter baskets! Foster Park, 625 Pym Road, Parksville.

Impressions of Lightfoot 7:00pm. We are performing Gordon Lightfoots songs that have been arranged in a jazz and improvisational context and played by some truly great musicians! Jennifer Scott - vocals, Ken Lister - bass, Nico Rhodes - piano and James McRae - drums are the musicians. For more info - www.jamesmcrae.ca or for advance tickets - http://mcmillanar tscentre.com/ events/impressions-oflightfoot/ McMillan Arts Centre, 133 McMillan St., Parksville. 250-7532023

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Live Music with Ron Stewart 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Rd, Parksville.

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WED MAR 7

FRI MAR 16

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Jazz Cabaret

7:00pm. Deez Bar and Grill, Qualicum Beach.

6:00pm. Smoke N' Water, Nanoose. 250-468-7192

7:00pm. TOSH Arts Centre, Qualicum. 250-752-6133

Open Mic

Coombs Country Opery

Thursday Night Blues

7:30pm. The Rod & Gun, Parksville. 250-248-6511

7:00pm. Crown & Anchor, Qualicum. 250-757-9444

Thursday Night Dancing

Bluegrass Jam

7:30pm. Rotary House, Qualicum. 250-586-2177 FRI MAR 2

Double Trouble Duo 7:00pm. Smoke N' Water, Nanoose. 250-468-7192

Exit 51 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub. 250-248-3713 SAT MAR 3

The Shady Rest 7:00pm. The Shady Rest, Qualicum. 250-752-9111

The Deaf Aids 7:00pm. Smoke N' Water, Nanoose. 250-468-7192

Coffee House 7:30pm. Errington Hall, Errington. 250-248-5106

Double Trouble Duo 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub. 250-248-3713 SUN MAR 4

Country/Blues Jam 3:00pm. Crown & Anchor, Qualicum. 250-757-9444 MON MAR 5

Kevin and Debbie 6:00pm. Black Goose Inn, Parksville. 250-586-1001 TUE MAR 6

Xtreme Karaoke 9:00pm. The Rod & Gun, Parksville. 250-248-6511

THU MAR 8 7:00pm. Crown & Anchor, Qualicum. 250-757-9444

Thursday Night Blues 7:00pm. Deez Bar and Grill, Qualicum Beach.

Open Mic 7:30pm. The Rod & Gun, Parksville. 250-248-6511

Thursday Night Dancing 7:30pm. Rotary House, Qualicum. 250-586-2177 SAT MAR 10

The Shady Rest 7:00pm. The Shady Rest, Qualicum. 250-752-9111

organWORX: East meets West 7:00pm. Knox United Church, Parksville. 250248-3927

Glen Foster Group 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub, Parksville. SUN MAR 11

Country/Blues Jam 3:00pm. Crown & Anchor, Qualicum. 250-757-9444 TUE MAR 13

Xtreme Karaoke 9:00pm. The Rod & Gun, Parksville. 250-248-6511 THU MAR 15

7:00pm. Coombs Rodeo Grounds. 250-752-3998

The Enablers 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub. 250-248-3713 SAT MAR 17

Eastbound Tarin 7:00pm. Smoke N' Water, Nanoose. 250-468-7192

The Enablers 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub. 250-248-3713 SUN MAR 18

Nanaimo Chamber Orchestra 2:30pm. Knox United Church, Parksville. 250729-8910

Vancouver Island Opera

SAT MAR 24

The Shady Rest 7:00pm. The Shady Rest, Qualicum. 250-752-9111

Carlos Del Junco 8:00pm. Errington Hall. 250-248-5106

Real Deal 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub. 250-248-3713 SUN MAR 25

Parksville Community Choir Spring Concert 2:30pm. Knox United Church, Parksville.

Country/Blues Jam 3:00pm. Crown & Anchor, Qualicum. 250-757-9444 TUE MAR 27

Xtreme Karaoke 9:00pm. The Rod & Gun, Parksville. 250-248-6511 THU MAR 29

Thursday Night Blues

3:00pm. MAC Arts Centre, Parksville. 250-752-5533

7:00pm. Deez Bar and Grill, Qualicum Beach.

Country/Blues Jam

Open Mic

3:00pm. Crown & Anchor, Qualicum. 250-757-9444 TUE MAR 20

Xtreme Karaoke 9:00pm. The Rod & Gun, Parksville. 250-248-6511 THU MAR 22

Thursday Night Blues 7:00pm. Deez Bar and Grill, Qualicum Beach.

Open Mic 7:30pm. The Rod & Gun, Parksville. 250-248-6511

Thursday Night Blues

Thursday Night Dancing

7:00pm. Deez Bar and Grill, Qualicum.

7:30pm. Rotary House, Qualicum. 250-586-2177

7:30pm. The Rod & Gun, Parksville. 250-248-6511

Thursday Night Dancing 7:30pm. Rotary House, Qualicum. 250-586-2177 SAT MAR 31

Impressions of Lightfoot 7:00pm. MAC Arts Centre, Parksville. 250-753-2023

The Shady Rest 7:00pm. The Shady Rest, Qualicum. 250-752-9111

Ron Stewart 8:30pm. French Creek Marine Pub. 250-248-3713

EVERY WEEK EVERY MONDAY

EVERY MONDAY

EVERY TUESDAY

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Vortex Dancing

Music Time

8:45am. St Anne's Church, Parksville. 250-594-0101

7:00pm. Do it the BalanChIng Way, Qualicum 250-752-8152

10:00am. Family Place, Parksville. 250-947-8252

Bellyfit for Women 55+

Meditation & Relaxtion

TOPS Little Qualicum

9:30am. Commons QB. charlottecrowley@shaw.ca

7:00pm. Penny's Yoga, Parksville. 250-240-3569

10:00am. Qualicum Beach Civic Centre 250-752-1275

Gentle Hatha Yoga

Badminton / Ping Pong

Socrates Cafe

9:30am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

7:00pm. Lighthouse Hall, Qualicum Bay. 250-757-8307

10:00am. The Meadows Hall, Parksville. 250-951-9952

Members Yoga

Cribbage

Yoga at Eaglecrest Golf

9:30am. Qualicum Seniors Centre. 250-752-0420

Members Yoga 11:00am. Qualicum Seniors Centre. 250-752-0420

Parksville Rotary Club 11:45am. Quality Resort Bayside, Parksville.

Balance Class 12:00pm. Fluid Fitness, Parksville. 250-927-4595

Oceanside Floor Curling 1:00pm. Arrowsmith Hall, Coombs. 250-586-8323

Carpet Bowling 12:45pm. Civic Centre, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-7414

Kids Summer Fun

7:00pm. Legion #76, Qualicum. 250-752-9632

Bridge 7:00pm. Legion #76, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-9632

Snooker 7:00pm. Legion #76, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-9632

Arbutus Toastmasters 7:00pm. Parksville Community Centre. 250-248-1926

EVERY TUESDAY Qualicum Sunrise Rotary 7:00am. Rotary House, Qualicum Beach.

Drop In Yoga 8:00am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

1:00pm. SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093 ext. 237

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Yoga at Eaglecrest Golf

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

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

Badminton 6:30pm. Christian Fellowship Centre, Qualicum.

9:00am. Civic Centre, Qualicum. 250-240-4840 9:00am. Qualicum Beach. charlottecrowley@shaw.ca

Woodcarving 9:15am. Qualicum Elementary. 250-951-3001

Fun Bridge 9:15am. Qualicum Seniors Centre. 250-752-0420

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6:30pm. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

9:30am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

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Better Body's Fitness 10:30am. Bradley Centre, Parksville. 250-240-4840

EVERY TUESDAY Fairground Gymnasium. 250-927-3985

Intro Yoga 6:30pm. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

TOPS Dashwood 6:30pm. Community Hall, Little Qualicum. 250-752-1275

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

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Spinners

8:30am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

10:30am. Lighthouse Hall, Qualicum Bay. 778-424-1001

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Intro Yoga 11:30am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

9:30am. Commons QB. charlottecrowley@shaw.ca

Painters Group

Rotary Noon

10:00am. McMillan Arts Centre, Parksville. 250-248-8185

12:00pm. Quality Inn Bayside, Parksville. 250-752-0794

Sole Sisters Walking

Music Time

10:00am. Various Locations. 250-248-8515

1:00pm. Qualicum Beach Commons. 250-947-8252

Chair Yoga

Carpet Bowling 1:00pm. Lighthouse Hall, Qualicum Bay. 250-757-9900

Ladies Pool 1:00pm. Legion #76, Qualicum. 250-752-9632

Level 1/2 Yoga 4:30pm. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

Umi Wado Kai Karate

10:00am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

Members Yoga 11:15am. Qualicum Seniors Centre. 250-752-0420

Carpet Bowling 12:45pm. Civic Centre, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-7414

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

5:30pm. Arrowsmith Elementary, Qualicum. 250-650-5451

Oceanside Floor Curling

Youth Drop-In Basketball 11-15

Singing in French

6:00pm. Coombs

1:00pm. Arrowsmith Hall, Coombs. 250-586-8323 1:30pm. Please call for location. 250-248-8714

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2:30pm. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

9:00am. Civic Centre, Qualicum. 250-240-4840

6:00pm. Qualicum Beach. 250-752-3750

1:00pm. Arrowsmith Hall, Coombs. 250-586-8323

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All Level Yoga

Bridge

4.00pm Senior's Center Qualicum. 250-752-8192

9:00am. Qualicum Beach. charlottecrowley@shaw.ca

6:45pm. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

Belly Dancing-Qualicum

Level 1 Yoga

Youth Drop-In Basketball 16+

4:30pm. Qualicum Beach. 250-752-3750

Weight Watchers 5:00pm. Parksville Community Centre. 250-248-6234

Qigong 5:00pm. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

Belly Dancing 6:00pm. Qualicum Beach. 250-752-3750

9:30am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

Better Body's Fitness 10:30am. Bradley Centre, Parksville. 250-240-4840

Yoga at Eaglecrest Golf 10:30am. Qualicum Beach. charlottecrowley@shaw.ca

Drop in Bridge 12:30pm. Qualicum Seniors Centre. 250-752-0420

7:00pm. Coombs Fairground Gymnasium. 250-927-3985

Ladies Pool 7:30pm. Legion #49, Parksville. 250-228-9057

Old Time Fiddlers 7:30pm. Rotary House, Qualicum Beach. 250-594-3750

EVERY FRIDAY All Levels Yoga

TOPS Parksville

Mexican Dominos

6:30pm. Eagles Hall, Parksville. 250-248-5295

1:00pm. Legion #76, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-9632

8:30am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

Scottish Country Dance

Carpet Bowling

TIC TAC

6:30pm. Community Hall, Qualicum. 250-738-1555

1:00pm. Lighthouse Hall, Qualicum Bay. 250-757-9900

Pilates

Starrshine Fitness

9:00am. SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-752-2040

TOPS Nanoose Bay

6:30pm. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

1:15pm. Civic Centre, Qualicum Beach. 250-248-6402

9:00am. Nanoose Bay Library Hall. 250-586-5495

Mt. Arrowsmith Pipe Band Practice

ESL Conversation Group

Weight Watchers

6:45pm. Arbutus Grove Church, Parksville.

Zumba Senato 6:45pm. Fluid Fitness, Parksville. 250-738-0077

Snooker 7:00pm. Legion #76, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-9632

1:30pm. Career Centre, Parksville 250-248-3205x243

9:00am. Parksville Community Centre. 250-248-6234

Belly Dancing-Qualicum

50+ All Levels Yoga

4:30pm. Qualicum Beach. 250-752-3750

10:30am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

Rainbow Stew Cloggers

Stroke Recovery

5:00pm. Nanoose Place. 250-228-9057

11:00am. St Columba Presbyterian. 250-586-6766

Yoga Core Strength

Members Only Darts

1:00pm. Lighthouse Hall, Qualicum Bay. 250-757-8307

Chair Yoga 1:00pm. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

Mind in Motion 1:30pm. Parksville Community Centre. 250-248-3252

Women's Spin Class

5:30pm. Bodyworks Gym Parksville. 250-248-3346

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

Teen Swim 7:00pm. Ravensong Pool, Qualicum. 250-752-5014

Drop-In Darts 7:30pm. Legion #76, Qualicum. 250-752-9632

EVERY SATURDAY Farmers Market 8:30am. Veterans Way, Qualicum Beach. 250-240-1233

Level 1 Yoga 10:00am. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

Men's Pool

11:00am. Legion #49, Parksville. 250-248-5633

EVERY SUNDAY Family Swim 10:00am. Ravensong Pool, Qualicum. 250-752-5014

5:15pm. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-654-2273

9:00am. Qualicum Seniors Centre. 250-752-0420

Bingo

Members Zumba Gold

Bingo

Chair Yoga

8:45am. Qualicum Seniors Centre. 250-752-0420

6:00pm. Legion #49, Parksville. 250-228-9057

1:00pm. Bare Roots Yoga, Parksville. 250-954-2273

Ballroom/Latin Classes

EVERY THURSDAY

6:00pm. Legion #49, Parksville. 250-248-5633 6:30pm. Lighthouse Centre, Bowser. 778-424-9994

LOCAL DINING Cafes, Coffee Shops & More A Step Above Cafe 250-752-9281 Cafe Adagio 250-947-5688 Awakening Cafe 250-752-3553 Bailey’s in the Village 250-752-7584 Biscotti Di Notte 250-752-3637 BoMé Cheese 250-586-2663 Bradley’s on Jensen 250-954-2085 Bread & Honey Food Co. 250-586-1021 Cafe Brie & Tea Room 250-594-2526

French Creek Bakery 250-248-2080

Serious Coffee 250-586-0188

French Press Cafe 250-752-0021

Shanna’s Place 250-248-4009

Frosteez 250-752-9281

Ship & Shore Cafe 250-757-8399

HeBrews Cafe 250-954-3343

Silly-Yak Bakery 250-752-8697

Island Drive In 250-752-3663

Starbucks Coffee 250-248-9720

Island SodaWorks 250-203-1072

Stellario’s Italian Caffe 250-954-0255

Karma Coffee House 250-248-7312

Taste Cafe & Bistro 250-586-8676

Little Qualicum Cheeseworks 250-954-3931

The Brew Coffee House 250-757-9565

Log Cabin Ice Cream 250-248-2868

Thrifty Foods 250-248-8823

Milner House Tea Room 250-752-6153

Tim Hortons 250-248-0094

Naked Naturals

Tomm’s Village Foods 250-757-8944

Cha Cha Java 250-248-4225

Parksville 250-951-0277 Qualicum Beach 250-752-0277

Cedar Sky Foods 250-248-5663

Pacific Brimm 250-248-3336

Coastal Cake Co. 250-586-6642

Perks Coffee Bar 250-468-9921

Cockney Pride 250-752-6322

Qualicum Beach Bakery 250-752-6143

Cone Zone 250-752-2003

Quality Foods

Weinberg’s Good Food 250-335-1534 Whiskey Creek Ice Cream 250-752-9261 Wild Culture Artisan Bakery 250-752-0077

Casual / Family

Coombs Emporium Cafe 250-248-5895

Nanoose Bay 250-468-7131 Parksville 250-954-2262 Qualicum Beach 250-752-9281

Coombs Ice Cream 250-248-6272

Riptide Lagoon 250-248-8290

Country Pies in Coombs 250-248-6415

Riso Bakery, Café & Bistro 250-390-0777

Bayside Bistro & Lounge Quality Inn 250-248-8333

Courtyard Cafe & Patio 250-752-4152

Riverside Resort Ice Cream 250-752-9544

Benz Lounge, Patio & Bistro 250-468-9915

Creekmore’s Coffee 250-752-0158

Sandbar Cafe & Art Gallery 778-424-9892

Black Bird Schnitzel Haus 250-752-8500

Eat Fresh Market 250-248-3007

Sandcastle Bakery 250-248-9111

Boston Pizza 250-947-9400

Farmhouse Cafe 250-248-5519

Save-On-Foods 250-390-4613

Bugaboo Burgers 250-338-3568

A&W Restaurant 250-248-2040 Aioli Seafood Restaurant 250-954-1010

Coombs Market Restaurant 250-248-6272 Dairy Queen Parksville 250-248-3433 Lefty's Fresh Food, Parksville 250-954-3886 Lefty's Fresh Food, Qualicum 250-752-7530 Gary's Bistro 250-752-5800 Final Approach Restaurant 250-752-8966 Fish Tales Cafe 250-752-6053 McDonald’s 250-248-8885 Micky J's Bar & Grill 250-752-9727 Morningstar Golf 800-567-1320 Pheasant’s Nest Restaurant 250-752-0117 Realm Food Co. 250-586-1158 Riverside Fry Co. 250-752-9544 Smitty’s Restaurant 250-248-2432

Bamboo Garden 250-248-3323

Sushi Sakura Japan 250-203-1072

Bangkok Thai Restaurant 250-248-4860

Tan’s Kitchen 250-586-8828

Bavarian Sausage House 250-248-0439

Treetop Tapas & Grill 250-248-2072

Bistro 694 250-752-0301

Smile Thai Cuisine 250-752-7148

British Bobby Restaurant 250-954-3232

White Elephant Thai Cuisine 250-586-6611

Butlers at the Mansion 250-752-5776

Pizza

Cedars Restaurant & Lounge 250-248-2333

Domino’s Pizza 250-248-9296

Chameleons 250-586-5500

Nickolini’s Pizza 250-757-9996

China Garden Restaurant 250-954-2202

Oceanside Pizza Palace 250-954-3677

Cuckoo Trattoria & Pizzeria 250-248-6280

Panago Pizza 310-0001

Cview Restaurant & Lounge 250-752-6914

Salt Pizzeria 250-586-2121

Giovanni’s Ristorante 250-752-6693

Pizza Connection 250-951-2112

Henry’s Kitchen Restaurant 250-757-8288

Pizza Fresh 250-586-2013

Subway Restaurants 250-954-1947 • 250-951-9826

Kalvas Restaurant 250-248-6933

Pizza Hut 250-248-8130

Taqueria 250-248-6272

Mekong River Restaurant 250-586-8000

Talons Restaurant & Lounge 250-752-6311

Poppa’s Pizza 250-248-9121

Nemo Sushi 250-586-1212

Pub Style

Tidal Taco Shack 250-240-2855

New Canton Restaurant 250-752-2198

Black Goose Inn 250-586-1001

Traditional Texas BBQ 250-951-6445

Pacific Prime Restaurant 250-947-2109

French Creek Marine Pub 250-248-3713

Qualicum Sushi 250-752-5199

Crown & Anchor Pub 250-757-9444

Saigon Garden 250-248-5667

Deez Bar & Grill 250-752-8055

Sam’s Sushi 250-954-0572

Fanny Bay Inn 250-335-2323

Samurai Sushi & Teriyaki 250-951-0752

The Shady Restaurant & Pub 250-752-9111

Smoke 'N Water Restaurant 250-947-2109

Rocking Horse Pub 250-468-1735

Sushi Deco 250-586-3290

Rod & Gun 250-248-6511

Sushi Hama 250-594-9961

Sunset Lanes Sports Lounge 250-248-6411

Sushi Ichi 250-954-2020

Upper Deck Sports Bar 250-248-8333

Trees Restaurant & Bakery 250-586-2226 Triple O’s 250-468-1777 Wild Boar Bistro 250-248-0439 Yorky’s Fish’n Chips 250-954-1197 Thalassa Restaurant & Lounge 250-752-9727 Z'Samosa Food Cart 250-240-3900

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