May 2013 Parksville, Qualicum Beach

Parksville, Qualicum Beach & Area MAY 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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SAT MAY 11

SPRING HIRING FAIR

ALL SPRUNG OUT

Connect with employers, find out about job opportunities, get interviewed on the spot and much more! PCCC, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville.

Enjoy live music, handmade products, garden supplies & art and more! Entry by donation. Nanoose Place, 2925 Northwest Bay Rd.

SAT MAY 4

SAT MAY 18

NANOOSE BAY STUDIO TOUR

EMPTY BOWL SOUP KITCHEN

12 studios showcase their art, plus 11 guest artists & artisans from the surrounding area. May 4 & 5. Nanoose Place Hall, 2925 Northwest Bay Rd.

Great soups donated by local chefs & served in hand-thrown bowls which are yours to keep.

Proceeds to local food bank.

PCCC, 132 E. Jensen Ave.

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SUN MAY 26

SPRING HOME EXPO

QUALICUM BEACH FAMILY DAY

Come find decorators, builders, remodellers, suppliers and more. May 10th, 11th & 12th.

Oceanside Place Arena, 830 W. Island Hwy, Parksville.

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Traditional Shriner's breakfast, followed by a community parade & interactive games and fun! Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach.

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May 2013 Events What's On for Seniors Live Entertainment What's On Screen Every Week Events Restaurant Directory

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DON'T MISS OUR UPCOMING

JUNE HOME EDITION! To Advertise, contact Anthony Veselisin

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COVER Karena Donnelly-Lawrence, owner of Smashin’ Glass & Anything Art Co. in Parksville.

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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MAY 2013

EVENTLISTINGS WED MAY 1

Youth Week (May 1-7) An international celebration recognizing the value, diversity & positive contributions youth make. To find out what’s happening in your community, check out www.rdn.bc.ca/recreation.

To nominate a youth or to add your Youth Week activity or event, call Kelly Valade. 250-248-3252

WED MAY 1 Golden Shoe Hunt The Regional District of Nanaimo's 7th Annual "Golden Shoe Hunt" continues!

Get out and explore local parks while you search for the coveted Golden Shoe.

Clues are posted online and on RDN's Facebook & Twitter pages until Friday May 17. For more information, visit RDN online at www.rdn.bc.ca/recreation or call 250-248-3252 Finders Keepers Search the beaches in May throughout Parksville, Qualicum Beach and Nanoose

TRIVIA QUESTIONS was the legendary Benedictine 1 Who monk who invented champagne? the largest fresh water lake in 2 Name the world? would you find the Sea of 3 Where Tranquility? is someone who shoes horses 4 What called?

5 Who invented the rabies vaccination?

Answers found in this issue

WED MAY 1 Bay for brightly colored fused art-glass stones and handmade glass starfish.

After finding one of the pieces, register it by calling or by coming in to be entered into a monthly prize draw. Smashin’ Glass & Anything Art Co. 180 Craig St , Downtown Parksville.

250-248-6624 Fire & Ice: Exhibition Photographer Lois Brown captures the landscape of Antarctica, Rick Silas brings shatter glass sculpture to create a three dimensional mood and Photographer Brian Argyle depicts the desert. Apr 29-May 18.

TOSH Arts Centre, 122 Fern Rd W. Qualicum Beach.

250-752-6133 Rhododendrons at Milner Gardens 10:00am Rhododendrons now blooming through to mid-May! Gardens open daily 10am to 5pm. Tea Room 1pm to 4pm. Adults: $11. Students: $6.50. Milner Gardens & Woodland, 2179 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6153 Parksville Museum & Archives Opening 10:30am Now open 7 days each week (10:30am-5pm) until Sept 30. Parksville Museum & Archives, 1245 E. Island Hwy (located in Craig Heritage Park next to Visitor Centre), Parksville.

250-248-6966 Buds to Blossoms 10:30am Interactive stories, songs & rhymes for all ages. Cookies & juice available. The Gardens Retirement Home, 650 Berwick

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Makeover Madness Come in anytime during May and let our beauty experts freshen up your look with a spring makeover! All makeovers by donation in support of Oceanside Haven House. Enter to Win a $100 Pharmasave Gift Card for Mom! Qualicum Pharmasave, 720 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-3011 Children's Author & Illustrator Ashley Spires 1:00pm Vancouver Island Children's Book Festival presents Ashley Spires, author/illustrator of Binky the Space Cat, Larf, Small Saul, and many other books.

Everyone is welcome to this free event. Parksville Library, 100 Jensen Ave W, Parksville. 250-248-3841 Colouring Contest: National Lifejacket Day The Canadian Red Cross and Ravensong Aquatic Centre challenge you to join them in marking National Lifejacket Day on May 17 by submitting an entry into their National Lifejacket Day colouring contest! Colouring sheets and entry details available at Ravensong Aquatic Centre. All entries due May 16 at 4:30pm. For more information, call 250-752-5014

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WED MAY 1 Special Committee of the Whole Meeting 6:00pm City of Parksville.

The Forum, Parksville Civic & Technology Centre,100 Jensen Ave E. 250-2486144 Air Cadets 6:15pm Ongoing registration. Come to Hangar A-3 Tuesdays. QB Airport, 1000 Ravensbourne, Qualicum Beach. 778-410-0221 RDN Bear Smart Information Session 6:30pm If you would like to learn about Vancouver Island Black Bears and specifically how to reduce wildlife conflicts around your home, attend this free information session.

The Bradley Centre, 975 Shearme Rd, Parksville.

250-390-6560 THU MAY 2 Boxercise for Everyone 6:00am or 6:00pm. Every Thu & Tue. Genesis Boxing & Fitness, 112-425 Stanford Ave, Parksville. 250248-5511

Soundtrack of Life 9:30am There is a soundtrack to our life and this workshop shows us how to capture that for our own therapeutic purposes. Technology Learning Centre at Family Place, 494 Bay Ave, Parksville. 250-947-8258 Silver Foxes Aerobics 10:00am Every Thu & Tue 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

THU MAY 2 music, rhyme, lap play, and more. For children aged 18 months and younger and their parent or caregiver.

Free drop-in event. Siblings welcome. Parksville Library, 100 Jensen Ave W, Parksville. 250-248-3841

Spring Hiring Fair 12:00pm Bring your smile & resume to The Career Centre's Spring Hiring Fair! Connect with local employers, find out about job opportunities, get interviewed on the spot and much more! Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-248-3202 All Candidates Forum on Seniors Issues 2:00pm Find out how the candidates plan to address issues concerning our seniors. Presented by the Oceanside Coalition for Integrated Care Advocacy.

Knox Church, 345 Pym St, Parksville. 250-248-6592 Therapeutic Meditation 2:00pm Psychologist Dr. Tom Diamond explains the use of Therapeutic Meditation to lower stress & improve health. Be introduced to deep relaxation, mental focus & healthy habits. Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-951-0243 Coffee with Council 2:00pm Drop by for coffee and an informal chat with City Council. Every Thursday (May 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30).

Parksville Civic & Technology Centre, 100 Jensen Ave E. 250-248-6144 Ultimate Frisbee 6:00pm Free drop-in. Beginners are welcome. Every Thursday. Oceanside Middle School, 980 Wright Rd, Parksville. 250-248-4660

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THU MAY 2 FREE Lazer Tag for Youth Week 6:30pm Youth 11-18 will have an opportunity to participate in Lazer Tag on the dry floor! That’s right no skates or skating required this time. Oceanside Place Arena, 830 W. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-3252 Music Bingo 7:00pm Bring some energy back to your Thursday nights! May 2, 16, 30.

French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Rd, Parksville.

250-248-3713 Newcomers Club 7:00pm Access lots of useful information about the community. Guest speakers at regular meetings.

1st Thursday of month.

Parksville Community &

THU MAY 2 Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250248-6234 FRI MAY 3

Open House Events For a list of this weekend's upcoming Open House events, contact Amy Hadikin & Don Ballard. Macdonald Realty, 668 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach.

250-594-4000 RDN Gymnastics 9:00am Every Friday.

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

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Free Titliest Golf Ball with every Green Fee Daily Draw prizes throughout the weekend Grand Prize Draw for 2013 Season Pass

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FRI MAY 3 1-888-828-2069 Before I Die I Want To...

10:00am Pick up some chalk & articulate what is important to you in living life to the fullest with this internationally acclaimed art project! Sponsored

by CCCU. 10am-3pm on both Parksville and Qualicum Beaches. For more information, call Oceanside Hospice. 250-752-6227 Oceanside Stroke Recovery Branch 11:00am Stroke survivors and caregivers welcome.

Every Friday. Please bring a lunch. Saint Columba Presbyterian Hall, 921 Wembley Rd, Parksville.

250-752-9796 Mardi Gras Pro D Day Swim at Ravensong 1:00pm Enjoy a carnival of events that will include mask making and more!

Everyone welcome swim.

Ravensong Aquatic Centre, 737 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-5014 Slavery in the Sudan 6:00pm Help free slaves in the Sudan! Fundraising Dinner & Silent Auction.

Cost $35 person, or $60/ couple. Contact Becky for tickets. Christian Fellowship Centre, 825 Village Way, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-5513 FREE Swim for Youth Week with DJ All Good 7:00pm Youth 11-18 will have an opportunity to be active, wild and wet while hanging in the pool listening to the beats of DJ All Good, Vancouver

FRI MAY 3 Island’s premier DJ! Bring your friends and join in the celebration! Ravensong Aquatic Centre, 737 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250752-5014 Opening Reception for May Exhibitions 7:00pm Meet the artists while enjoying the new exhibitions in all three galleries. Everyone is welcome, and admission is free. Live background music and refreshments.

The MAC, 133 McMillan St, Parksville. 250-248-8185 Music Trivia 7:00pm Every Friday. The Shady Rest, 3109 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. 250752-9111 Mayworks Concert 7:30pm Performances

by John McLachlan, Dr. Phil's Harmonic Jug Band Orchestra, Gerry Barnum and feature band Trinitude. Doors open at 7pm.

Errington Hall, 1390 Errington Rd, Errington. 250248-5106 SAT MAY 4 Wesley Ridge Hike 8:00am Hike steep, oldgrowth forest trails to the ridge and look out to the Salish Sea and the nearby peaks of Mt. Cokely and Mt. Arrowsmith. Cost $35.

Pre-register with RDN, Recreation and Parks 250-2483252.

Qualicum Beach Farmers Market 8:30am Every Saturday.

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

TASTEBUD TOURS FOR BONE HEALTH

SINGING IN THE BRAIN: Sound Health for Brain-Boosting

Bone-Smart Workshop and Grocery Tour

Learn how sounds, music and brain-math techniques can enhance memory and recall.

May 15 & 16 10 a.m. - noon

Learn new ways to combine everyday foods to boost those bone-building nutrients! Lunch included.

For details:

Pre-registration required. Seating limited.

Call: 1-877-263-2482 or email: bioimageosteo@gmail.com

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QB Garden Club Annual Plant Sale 8:30am Come early to snap up choice plants suitable for containers, rockeries, specialty or perennial gardens (part of the MARS Spring Fling). QB Community Hall, 644 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-3694

MARS Spring Fling Garden Event 8:30am Mt. Arrowsmith Rhododendron Society MARS Perennial Sale Plus. It's a gigantic sale of mostly perennials and some rhodos, gardening advice, and booths selling gifty things & nifty spices.

QB Community Hall, 644 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-3694 PAPERfest 2013 9:00am Paper crafting event with 12 hour CROP. Tables highlighting local businesses, as well as "Garage Sale" tables.

Day includes raffle, 50/50 draw and more! Event ticket holders will spend the day papercrafting. Lunch & dinner provided as well.

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

250-951-0622

SAT MAY 4 Plant, Book & Bake Sale 9:00am Everyone welcome! Come visit over coffee and muffins. Saint Edmund's Church Hall, 407 Wembley Rd at Church Rd (behind Wembley Mall), Parksville. 250-248-3114 Red Cross Emergency First Aid with AED/CPR 9:00am This course is designed to teach people (14 yrs+) about injury prevention. Covers home hazards, safety education, CPR, automated external defibrillation and first aid skills for common emergencies.

Cost $80. Pre-register with RDN, Recreation and Parks.

250-752-5014 Boxercise for Everyone 9:00am Every Saturday.

Genesis Boxing & Fitness 112-425, Stanford Ave, Parksville. 250-248-5511

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Oneness Awakening 9:00am This weekend course begins the process of releasing yourself from the conflicted mind, improving your relationships and finding permanent peace and culminates in the initiation to become a blessing giver. 104 Butler Ave, Parksville. 250-9510032 Nanoose Bay 2013 Studio Tour Showcase 10:00am 12 Nanoose Bay studios showcase their art, plus 11 guest artists & artisans from the surrounding area. Live music, refreshments & door prizes. May 4 & 5 (10am-4pm). Nanoose Place Hall, 2925 Northwest Bay Rd, Nanoose Bay. 250821-6136

SAT MAY 4 and a chance to meet the artists. TOSH Arts Centre, 122 Fern Rd W. Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6133 Youth Talent Show 7:00pm Presented by the Rotary Club of Parksville.

Doors open at 6:30pm, show starts at 7pm. Desserts & coffee available.

Tickets $15 at Cranky Dog, Mulberry Bookstores & Smithfords. Knox United Church, 345 Pym St, Parksville.

Coffee House 7:30pm Mix of musical styles from old to new come and have a listen .

1st Saturday of each month (last Coffee House until Sept). Errington Hall, 1390 Errington Rd, Errington.

250-248-5106

Errington Farmers Market 10:00am Every Saturday.

Great selection of veggies, baking, plants, crafts, live music and the famous sticky buns. Errington Community Park (across from Errington Hall), 1390 Errington Rd, Errington.

250-248-0006 Opening Reception for Fire & Ice: Exhibition 2:00pm Artist Rick Silas will carve an ice sculpture from 2pm to 4pm. At 7pm, there will be an evening reception with live music

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SAT MAY 4 Cinco de Mayo Party 8:00pm French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Rd, Parksville. 250-248-3713 SUN MAY 5

SUN MAY 5 gies of Oak and Cedar.

250-594-3277 Good News Jazz Band 7:00pm Gospel & Jazz with Swing. A Free-will Offering will be held. Saint Columba Presbyterian Church, 921 Wembley Rd, Parksville.

250-248-2348 MON MAY 6

Hike for Hospice 11:00am Walk to raise funds for hospice services in Oceanside. 11am registration.12:30om start time. Live music, goodies and raffle prizes. 250-7526227 Spring Fling Tea and Fashion Show 1:00pm hosted by the Ladies Auxiliary of the Bowser Branch #211. Fashion show, bake table, cake walk, silent auction games, prizes & more! Advanced tickets only (Adults: $8.

Children 6 & under: $4).

Call Dayle for more information. 778-424-7723 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 Group Drumming 3:00pm For those of us who own a drum and never get a chance to use it, with or without others. May 5 & May 19 (3pm-4:30pm). $5 to cover costs. Linda to RSVP and location. Ener-

Women’s 45+ Fitness 8:00am Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday. Bodyworks Fitness for Women, 162 Morison Ave, Parksville. 250-248-3346 Kinetics for Women 10:30am Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday. Bodyworks Fitness for Women, 162 Morison Ave, Parksville. 250-248-3346 The Rotary Club of Parksville 11:45am Every Monday.

Guests and new members are always welcome. Quality Resort Bayside, 240 Dogwood St, Parksville.

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 Shadow Jam Night 5:30pm Shadow Puppetry & Storytelling. Every Monday until 7:00pm. All ages welcome. Drop In (by donation). Errington Hall, 1390 Errington Rd, Errington.

250-927-3923 City Council Meeting 6:00pm City of Parksville Council Meeting. The Fo-

MON MAY 6 rum, Parksville Civic & Technology Centre, 100 Jensen Ave E. 250-248-6144 Arbutus Toastmasters 7:00pm Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-248-1926 Town Council Meeting 7:00pm Town of Qualicum Beach Council Meeting.

Council Chambers, Town Hall, 660 Primrose St, Qualicum Beach. 250-738-2190 TUE MAY 7

TUE MAY 7 port services. She leads this regular support group for people who look after a relative with health problems. (Meetings will be held on the 1st & 3rd Tues of each month at 10am).

Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville.

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Seniors Day at Bosleys Enjoy a Senior's Day Discount on the first Tuesday of each month. 5% Off Food & Litter and 10% Off Accessories. Bosley's Pet Food Plus, 104-280 E. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250248-2673 Woodcarving 8:30am Every Tuesday.

Oceanside Middle School, 980 Wright Rd, Parksville.

250-951-3001 Using Skype to Make Video Calls 9:30am Discover this cost effective, popular way to call anyone, anywhere in the world. Technology Learning Centre at Family Place, 494 Bay Ave, Parksville. 250-947-8258 Healthy Caregiver Group 10:00am Clinical Counselor, Allison Reeves, is a veteran of caregivers sup-

SepticSmart Workshop 6:30pm Learn about proper care & maintenance and have your questions answered by industry experts. What you learn may promote the longevity of your system and save you money! Nanoose Library Hall, 2489 Nanoose Rd, Nanoose Bay. 250-3906575

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.

250-586-3311

Parksville & District Rock & Gem Club 7:00pm Meetings on 1st Tuesday of the month.

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

250-248-6177 Parksville Lions Club 7:00pm Newcomers invited to attend meetings on 1st & 3rd Tuesday of the month. Lions Pioneer Village, 241 Moilliet St, Parksville. 250-586-7080

Let us be the venue for your special event!

The Parksville Community & Conference Centre offers over 20,000 sq. ft. of dedicated meeting space. The Centre boasts a lovely 550 seat auditorium/ theatre with bar/servery area, banquet facilities for 380, four meeting rooms and a full service catering kitchen.

132 E. Jensen Avenue, PO Box 1125 Parksville BC V9P 2H2 P: (250) 248-6234 F: (250) 248-8634 www.parksvillecentre.com | info@parksvillecentre.com

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Finders Keepers The hunt is on for hidden beach treasures

by Brenda Gough

It’s always fun when you find a unique rock or shell while strolling along the beach but its even more exciting when you happen upon colourful beach glass! From now until September, beachcombers may discover some hidden treasures on Oceanside’s beautiful beaches.

Finders Keepers was pioneered by local business woman Karena DonnellyLawrence, owner of Smashin’ Glass & Anything Art Co. in Parksville.

This will be the third year that Karena and her husband Kevin will be hiding the fused glass treasures they created throughout the beaches of Qualicum Beach, Parksville and Nanoose Bay. ››

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About 1,000 brightly colored fused art-glass stones have been created and once a week some of them will be distributed at Qualicum

"We have had so many people who find them, phone in and say thank you so much..." ~ Karena Donnelly-Lawrence, owner of Smashin’ Glass & Anything Art Co.

Beach, Parksville Bay, Craig Bay, Wall Beach and Brickyard Beach.

Each one-of-a-kind piece of fused glass is about the size of a small sand dollar but more durable if stepped on.

They will be imprinted with a number so that a record can be kept of where they were found and according to Karena, they could be anywhere.

“We try to be creative where we hide them … they could be in little nooks and crannies, or little divots in rocks or in tide pools,” she hinted.

Along with the oval cabochons, some handmade glass starfish will be hidden once a month at the various locations.

The life-sized glass sea stars will be orange and purple … the same colour as Vancouver Island starfish, and will be placed in starfish habitat.

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find the glass renditions in shallow tide pools or beside barnacle covered rocks.

“We try to hide them in and amongst where starfish can be found. We wait until the tide goes down but I have to go out there in disguise so people don’t recognize me because I have had people following me a few times,” she admitted.

Karena came up with Finder Keepers as a way to give back to the community that she was raised in and now operates a thriving business in. She said the feedback she has received about her fun and free event has been positive.

“We have had so many people who find them, phone in and say thank you so much because

all my kids are out on the beach and off their computers and it gave us a great family thing to do. It gives me a good feeling and it is the whole point of why I did it in the first place,” she exclaimed.

The glass treasures are not hidden around any dangerous terrain and after finding one of the pieces, the finder can register it by calling 250-248-6624 or by coming in to be entered into a monthly prize draw.

If beachcombers don’t find any of the treasures, they can always take a glass class to make their own at the Smashin’ Glass & Anything Art Co. gallery on Craig Street in downtown Parksville.

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WED MAY 8 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 Pre-school Storytime 10:30am Pre-schoolers and their parents/caregivers are welcome to enjoy books, rhymes and songs.

All sessions are drop-in.

Wednesdays (May 8, 15 & 22). Qualicum Beach Library, 660 Primrose, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-612 Baby and Me 11:00am Interactive stories, songs and rhymes.

For babies from birth to 18 months and their parents/

WED MAY 8 caregivers. Older siblings also welcome. Drop-in.

Wednesdays (May 8, 15 & 22). Qualicum Beach Library, 660 Primrose, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6121

4 Minute Fitness with Keith Jeffery 6:30pm Pharmasave is sponsoring this free workshop with Dr. Keith Jeffery so everyone can learn his easy 4-minute routine of stretching and breathing to improve your health.

Get your free ticket at Pharmasave! Seaside Room at Parksville Community &

WED MAY 8 Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250951-0243 Edible Native Plants 4:30pm Join local herbalist and plant enthusiast Stephanie Mills for a plant walk through local parks. Plant walks are at Englishman River Regional Park (May 8 or 15) and Moorecroft Regional Park (May 22 or May 29). Cost $15. Pre-register with RDN, Recreation and Parks. 250248-3252 Author Reading with Gail Boulanger 6:30pm Nanoose Bay author Gail Boulanger will read from and discuss her recently republished book Life Goes On: Losing, letting go and living again.

WED MAY 8 Everyone is welcome to this free event. Parksville Library, 100 Jensen Ave W, Parksville. 250-248-3841 RDN Bear Smart Information Session 6:30pm If you would like to learn about Vancouver Island Black Bears and specifically how to reduce wildlife conflicts around your home, attend this free information session.

Nanoose Library Hall, 2489 Nanoose Rd, Nanoose Bay. 250-390-6560 THU MAY 9 Get to Know Your Digital Camera 9:30am Get familiar with your digital camera and how to use it to take better pictures. Technology

Come in anytime during May and let our beauty experts freshen up your look with a spring makeover!

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THU MAY 9 Learning Centre at Family Place, 494 Bay Ave, Parksville. 250-947-8258 Reiki Demonstration 3:00pm Join Clinical Counselor, Paula Miles, to learn about this gentle technique to reduce stress and promote healing. One participant will receive a short treatment. Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-9510243

THU MAY 9 Qualicum Beach Chamber of Commerce host their annual Joint Meeting.

Mini-trade show, meeting sponsors and guest speaker Mike Corrigan, President & CEO of BC Ferries Corporation. Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250-248-3613 or 752-0960 Old Time Fiddlers 7:00pm Every Thursday (May 9, 16, 23 & 3). Admission is $2.50 (snack included). Rotary House, 211 Fern Rd. W, Qualicum Beach. 250-586-3743 FRI MAY 10

Customer Appreciation at Faye's Gifts 4:00pm Choose a ribbon and save up to 50% Off your purchase (excludes Pandora). Enter for your chance to win a Mother's Day Gift Basket. Complimentary refreshments and snacks available. Faye's Gifts, 142 2nd Ave W, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-1391 Chamber of Commerce Joint Meeting 5:30pm Parksville & District Chamber of Commerce and

BC SPCA Flea Market 9:00am Excellent selection of household items, collectibles, electrical goods, bedding, pet supplies and more! May 10 (9am-7pm) & May 11 (9am-4pm).

Wembley Mall, 826 Island Hwy W, Parksville. 250248-3811 Official Opening of the Centennial Green 2:00pm Everyone has the opportunity to be the first to sink a putt in the beautiful new green! Open to

FRI MAY 10 the public. Qualicum Beach Memorial Golf Course, 469 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6312

FRI MAY 10 MACoustic Folk Club 7:00pm Show us your stuff on the open stage during the first half of the night with open mic starting at 7:30 pm. Doors open at 7pm. Cost $5 per person (tickets at door).The MAC, 133 McMillan St, Parksville.

250-248-8185

Locals Weekend 5:00pm Free Titliest Golf Ball with every Green Fee. Daily Draws for Prizes throughout the weekend.

Grand Prize Draw for 2013 Season Pass. Locals receive Half-Price Golf Carts (May 10), 2-for-1 Green Fees (May 11) and a $10 Restaurant Voucher (May 12).

Eaglecrest Golf Club, 2035 Island Hwy W, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6311

Vancouver Welsh Men's Choir Benefit Concert 7:30pm Benefit concert in aid of Oceanside Hospice Society. Tickets $25 available at Oceanside Hospice Society or Coast Realty Group offices. QB Community Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-4131

27th Annual Parksville Spring Home Expo 5:00pm Come find decorators, builders, remodellers, designers, suppliers and other home professionals.

May 10 (5pm-9pm), May 11 (9:30am-5:30pm), May 12 (10am-4pm). Oceanside Place Arena, 830 W. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-2484440

SAT MAY 11 Mt. Benson Regional Park Guided Hike 8:00am Start your journey up the mountain on the floating boardwalk at Witchcraft Lake. Cost $35.

Pre-register with RDN, Recreation and Parks. 250248-3252.

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SAT MAY 11 Qualicum Beach Garden Club. Heaven on Earth Natural Foods, 149 W. 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250757-2099 Trinkets & Treasures Garage Sale 9:00am QB Museum, 587 Beach Rd, Qualicum Beach.

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2nd Annual All Sprung Out Crafter's Market 10:00am Enjoy live music, food & treats, handmade products, bath products, garden supplies & art, baby & kid products and much more at this premier local shopping event! Entry by donation with partial proceeds to Nanoose Community Cupboard. Nanoose Place, 2925 Northwest Bay Rd, Nanoose Bay. 250-5860809 Weekend Garden Tour 10:00am Mt. Arrowsmith Rhododendron Society MARS annual Mother's Day Garden Tour. May 11 & 12 (10am-4pm) Tour 12 beautiful gardens in the Qualicum Beach area. Tickets $15 at Mulberry Bookstores, most nurseries and Milner Gardens. Includes a map to show you the way.

For more information, call 752-3545 or 752-7369 Plant Sale & Baking 10:00am Perennials, shrubs, house plants, garden gadgets & much more! Knox

SAT MAY 11 United Church, 345 Pym St. Parksville. 250-248-3927 Skin Care & Beauty Day 12:00pm You are invited to join us in the seminar room for a casual and quiet pre-Mother’s Day skin care event with lots of free sampling, prize draws, and fun.

Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville.

250-951-0243 Move for Health Day 1:30pm Come and get active at Ravensong Aquatic Centre. Move for Health Day events bring people together in a spirit of fun, inclusivity, and support of healthy active living. Ravensong Aquatic Centre, 737 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-5014 Tour de Rock Kick-Off Dance Fundraiser 7:00pm Join us as we kickoff Tour de Rock with an evening of live music, featuring Eddie and the Funk.

Dance the night away with music inspired by Van Morrison, the Stones, Eagles & more! Tickets $10 (cash only) available at the PCCC or from band members.

Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250248-3205 Ext. 232 Valdy in Concert 8:00pm Canadian folk legend Valdy returns with his great repertoire of favourite tunes. Tickets $20 from Cranky Dog, Heaven on Earth or Errington General Store. Coffee and refreshments available. Errington Hall, 1390 Errington Rd, Errington. 250-248-5106

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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 Family Minute to Win 10:00am Family fun challenges for Mother’s Day! Compete for prizes and bragging rights! A variety of silly games that give you a minute to show your stuff! Everyone Welcome Swim. Ravensong Aquatic Centre, 737 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-5014 Oceanside 10k Race 11:00am Run or walk.

Race starts at 11:00am.

Walkers start at 10:30am.

Cost $20. Race Day registration (9:30am-10:30am) at a cost of $30. Charity partner is Parksville Haven Society. Race Headquarters and registration at Parksville Curling Club. 250-9510847 MON MAY 13 Men's Night 5:00pm Shotgun. Eaglecrest Golf Club, 2035 Island Hwy W, Qualicum Beach.

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For more information, visit www.elections.bc.ca Reiki Share 6:30pm Reiki practitioners often do not get the opportunity to receive a Reiki treatment. A Reiki Share is designed as an opportunity for Reiki practitioners to practice, exchange Reiki treatments, and to share knowledge and insights. $5 to cover costs. Linda to RSVP and location. Energies of Oak and Cedar.

250-594-3277 QB Garden Club 7:00pm Monthly meeting.

Feature Panel will be answering questions from the floor or to look at problem plants that are brought in a closed plastic bag. QB Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250-757-2099 WED MAY 15

Singing in the Brain: Sound Health for Brain-Boosting 10:00am (Part 1 of 2) Using sound & music you can boost your memory. Explore what your voice can reveal and how to harness the astounding powers of voice and sound. Pre-class vocal recording required

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WED MAY 15 with pre-registration. Fee: $69 includes Parts 1 and 2. Tone~overTone/Bio-Imaging. Afternoon appts are available. 250-248-5622 Mid Island Seniors Golf Tournament Eaglecrest Golf Club, 2035 Island Hwy W, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6311 Stay On Your Feet: Preventing Falls & Related Injuries 10:00am The Mid Island Chapter of Osteoporosis Canada hosts a presentation from physiotherapist Rhonda Scudds, PhD, MScPT, BScPT of R & R Senior’s Physiotherapy Services. Rhonda will talk about what you can do reduce your risk of falls and injuries related to falls.

Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville.

250-951-0243 Grief Workshop 1:00pm Join Clinical Counselor, Paula Miles, and discuss various coping styles and stages. Learn how to allow grief to be your friend. Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-951-0243

WED MAY 15 What Your Cycles Can Tell You About Your Hormones 4:00pm Fertility Educator, Lisa Leger will teach you what signs to watch for and how to track your cycles. Learn what your charts can tell you about your thyroid and adrenal function, your estrogen levels, your moods, energy levels, and libidos. Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250951-0243 Business After Business 5:30pm Paradise Mini Golf and Fun Park is hosting the Parksville & District Chamber of Commerce Business After Business event this month. Networking and refreshments. 375 W. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250248-3613 QB Family History Society Meeting 7:00pm Guest speaker Sid Norman from the Nanaimo Family History Society presents his incredible story of his personal family history research. Guests welcome.

QB Legion, 180 Veterans Way, Qualicum Beach. 250594-5556

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How To Organize & Edit Images 9:30am Get your photos organized so you can easily find them. Learn how to optimize your images so they look their best and have a little fun playing with them by adding effects. Technology Learning Centre at Family Place, 494 Bay Ave, Parksville. 250947-8258 Singing in the Brain: Sound Health for Brain-Boosting 10:00am (Part 2 of 2) Learn tips & brain-math techniques to improve memory and recall. Volunteer for an on-the-spot BioAcoustic PTSD or Alzheimer's review of your vocal profile. Pre-class vocal recording required with pre-registration. Fee: $69 includes Parts 1 and 2.Tone~overTone/Bio-Imaging. Afternoon appts are available. 250-248-5622

THU MAY 16 Smoothie Day Drop by to taste some delicious and nutritious protein shakes and energy drinks in our Natural Health Department. Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250951-0243 Fall Prevention: Balance, Reflexes, and Stability 1:30pm Kinesiologist, Kennedy Kinghorn, explains posture and strengthening to help you avoid injuries, falls and fractures.

Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville.

250-951-0243 Ladies Night 5:00pm Shotgun. Eaglecrest Golf Club, 2035 Island Hwy W, Qualicum Beach.

250-752-6311 FRI MAY 17 Get to Know Your iPad 9:30am Discover how easy to use, fun and educational your new iPad can be. Technology Learning Centre at Family Place, 494 Bay Ave, Parksville. 250-947-8258 National Lifejacket Day The Canadian Red Cross marks this day as National

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Seniors Day First Monday. 65+ save 15% on most reg. priced merchandise, excl. medication. Qualicum Pharmasave, 720 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach.

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

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

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

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Recieve 5% Off Food & Litter and 10% Off Accessories. Bosley's Pet Food Plus, 108-280 E. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-248-2673

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

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

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1:00pm Qualicum Beach Seniors' Activity Centre, 703 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250-738-0899

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

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

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

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FRI MAY 17 Lifejacket Day, an annual campaign to encourage and promote the use of Lifejackets and Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs).

For more information, visit www. www.redcross.ca Country Opera 7:00pm Grab your guitar, fiddle, mandolin or whatever tickles your fancy and join us for a great time.

3rd Friday of each month.

Coombs Rodeo Grounds Hall, 2601 Alberni Hwy, Coombs. 250-248-1009 Vince Vaccaro 8:00am This popular Victoria singer/songwriter returns to the Hall stage with a solo acoustic performance. Tickets $15.

Errington Hall, 1390 Errington Rd, Errington. 250248-5106 Movement & Muse 7:00pm Helix Dance Theatre presents an intriguing collaboration of the art of sound & motion.

Tickets $12 Students, $15 General and $20 at door.

Whalebone Theatre, Ballenas Secondary School.

135 N. Pym Rd, Parksville.

250-586-0809 SAT MAY 18 Annual Flea Market at Nanoose Libray 9:00am Hundreds of Heritage Tomato & other Plants; Books; Crafts; White Elephant & Curios; Gently Used Household items.

Light Refreshments. Admission is Free! Tables $15.

Nanoose Library Centre, 2489 Nanoose Rd (Red Gap area), Nanoose Bay. 250-468-5320

SAT MAY 18 Bubble Bonanza Family Swim 10:00am Join us for bubbles of fun! What a fun way to share family time by making the largest bubbles and seeing how long they will last. Family swim regular admission. Ravensong Aquatic Centre, 737 Jones St, Qualicum Beach. 250752-5014 Introduction to Holistic Health 10:00am A workshop with the team from Health First Massage and Holistics.

Find out about various healing modalities like massage, reflexology, detoxing, and energetic healing. Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-951-0243 Wild Edible Plants & Mushrooms Workshop 1:30pm Hands-on workshop with biologist Jessica Wolf. Pre-registration is required. Limited to 15 people. Morrison Creek, Stagdown Rd, Errington.

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SAT MAY 18 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville.

250-334-3624 Sunset Paddle 7:15pm The best way to unwind after a busy day?

Paddle into the sunset!

Gaze at the glow of the setting sun, breathe deep and relax. Cost $50. Preregister with RDN, Recreation and Parks. 250-2483252 SUN MAY 19 Reiki Level 1: Reiki for Self and Family 9:00am This is a 1 day, Level 1 Reiki course in the series of 5 Reiki training levels you can take. May 19 & May 28 (9am-5pm).

Cost $150. Registration deadline is preceding Wednesday at noon. Class limited to 6 students. Linda to register. Energies of Oak and Cedar. 250-594-3277 MON MAY 20 Victoria Day This day is celebrated in honor of the birthdays of both Queen Victoria and the current monarch of Canada. It is also commonly referred to as May Two-Four, May Long and May Long Weekend.

TUE MAY 21

Empty Bowl Soup Kitchen Fundraiser 4:00pm Great soup donated by local chefs is served in hand-thrown bowls which are yours to keep. Proceeds to local food bank. Silent auction & live music. Tickets $15.

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Understanding Email 9:30am Learn to use your email more effectively and understand how it works.

Technology Learning Centre at Family Place, 494 Bay Ave, Parksville. 250947-8258 Dementia and Confusion in the Family 1:00pm Join Clinical Coun-

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TUE MAY 21 selor, Allison Reeves, and learn some simple and effective ways to bring ease back into confusing situations. Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-951-0243 New Art Exhibition Painters Chris Smith and David Kasprick in the Brown Gallery and Nicholas Pearce in the Volunteer and Dorothy Francis Galleries. TOSH Arts Centre, 122 Fern Rd W. Qualicum Beach. 250-752-6133

PQ Linux/Android Users Group 6:30pm Parksville Qualicum Linux Users Group is a community of Linux and Android users of differing skill levels and areas of expertise. Bring your laptop or Android device, if you like. Leave message at number provided. A&W Restaurant, 540 Island Hwy E, Parksville. 250-248-3570 WED MAY 22 Journaling: An Adventure in Self Discovery 3:00pm Journaling captures your thoughts and feelings on paper. Uncover your innate creative genius by learning journaling tools and techniques in this workshop with Clinical Counselor, Paula Miles.

Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville.

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FARMERS MARKET OPENS IN MAY

Vendors at the Errington Farmers Market are gearing up for their season opening May 4 and because it will be the 40th anniversary of the market there will be some a celebration opening day including a May-Queen, Maypole dancing and singing and flowered headbands for the ladies.

From May until the end of September, the market is the place to go every Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for everything from plants, produce and preserves to unique arts and crafts from local artisans.

With the motto “Make It, Bake It or Grow It!” the market strives to offer an authentic farmers’ market experience that delivers local agricultural produce, baked goods, prepared foods, arts, crafts and more … all in a wooded environment with live musical performances on an outdoor community stage.

With a new musical act every week featuring some great local talent the market atmosphere is laid back and friendly and you can even bring your dog as long as it is leashed.

Coffee is always on at the market café and while you enjoy the sweet sound of music you can feast on the market’s famous cinnamon sticky buns or dig into a savoury black bean burrito.

For those looking to purchase something unique, they’ll find local artisans all accomplished in their field offering work in many mediums including jewellery, pottery, textiles and photography.

The Errington Farmers Market was established in 1973 by the late Gerry Shaw with the help of her father, Fred Kaufer, husband Terry and sons Mark and Stan.

Originally located across the road from the Errington General Store, the market became a popular Saturday morning destination for area residents.

When Shaw passed away in 1988 a non-profit society was formed to carry the market forward.

In 1992, the property was sold and the market found a new home at the Community Park next to Errington Hall. With the cooperation of the Hall Association, largely donated materials, and much volunteer labour, stalls, picnic tables and a small coffee shop were constructed and the market reopened in its new location in July, 1993.

Last year the market opened the long anticipated washroom which has handicap accessibility.

For tourists and the locals visiting the market continues to be a great way to spend a Saturday morning.

The market is located just past Grafton Road beside the Errington Hall.

For more details on the Errington Farmers Market, call 250-248-0006 or visit www.erringtonhall.bc.ca

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WED MAY 22 Reception to Meet Exhibiting Artist 5:00pm Enjoy our relaxed, contemporary gallery, sample refreshments & 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 City Council Meeting 6:00pm City of Parksville Council Meeting. The Forum, Parksville Civic & Technology Centre, 100 Jensen Ave E. 250-248-6144 Opening Reception for New Art Exhibition 7:00pm Opening reception for painters Chris Smith, David Kasprick and Nicholas Pearce. TOSH Arts Centre, 122 Fern Rd W. Qualicum Beach. 250752-6133 THU MAY 23 Share Your Photos 9:30am Learn how to resize your photographs.

Create a collage and an album and share them. Technology Learning Centre at Family Place, 494 Bay Ave, Parksville. 250-947-8258

THU MAY 23 Better Hearing 1:00pm May is better hearing month. Join Jamie Morgan, HAP from Parksville and Qualicum Hearing Clinics and a graduate of Grant MacEwan University for an informative session on hearing loss and hearing health care. Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-9510243 ECHO Players: Arsenic and Old Lace 7:30pm Struggling drama critic finds out that his darling old aunts have developed a peculiar hobby & that both his brothers have "identity" problems.

May 23-25 and May 29-31 (7:30pm), May 26 (2pm).

ECHO Players Village Theatre, 110 West 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach. 250752-3522 FRI MAY 24 Carol Pope in Concert 8:00am A Canadian music icon takes to the stage for an acoustic show with guest artist Ryan McMahon. Tickets $22 at Cranky Dog, Fascinating Rhythm in Nanaimo or $25 at the door. Errington Hall, 1390

TRIVIA ANSWERS 1 Dom Perignon 2 Lake Superior 3 The Moon 4 A farrier 5 Louis Pasteur

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Free Hearing Tests 10:00am Anyone is welcome to drop by for a free hearing test, to ask questions concerning their hearing or to just say hello.

Look for the Connect Hearing! mobile van outside of Save-On-Foods at Wembley Mall, 826 Island Hwy W, Parksville. 250-752-2809 Diabetes Day 10:00am Speak to our Certified Diabetes Educator and Pharmacist, Tammie Toriglia about your blood glucose meter and your diabetes management program. Parksville Pharmasave, 281 E. Island Hwy, Parksville. 250-951-0243 Storytelling Series 9:00pm Delight in wonderful stories of the Prairies featuring W.O. Mitchell's Jake and the Kid as told

by Ted Girard. $5 entry at the door. The MAC, 133 McMillan St, Parksville.

250-248-8185 SAT MAY 25 Arrowsmith Regional Trail Alpine Hike 8:00am Hike the steep historic trail that connects Cameron Lake to the subalpine. Cost $45. Pre-register with RDN, Recreation and Parks. 250-248-3252 Home Alone (9-12yrs) 9:30am Learn to manage

SAT MAY 25 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 $26. Pre-register with RDN, Recreation and Parks.

250-248-3252 UFC速 Fight: Cain Velasquez vs Antonio Silva French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Rd, Parksville.

250-248-3713 BC Golf Association Zone 6 Qualifying Tournament May 25 & 26. Eaglecrest Golf Club, 2035 Island Hwy W, Qualicum Beach. 250752-6311 SUN MAY 26 37th Annual Qualicum Beach Family Day 8:30am Traditional Shriner's breakfast at Civic Centre. Community parade at noon. Interactive games, climbing wall, bouncy castles, food, music & more at the Civic Centre fields. 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach.

250-738-2198 Fleece & Fibre Fair 9:30am Featuring FLEECE and FIBRE from Vancouver Island sheep, alpaca, llama, angora goats, angora rabbits and more! 40 tables of wares to choose from.

The Bradley Centre, 975 Shearme Rd, Parksville.

250-758-3630 Qualicum Beach Family Day Swim 10:00am QB Royal Bank is sponsoring a Free Swim! A special day for everyone to enjoy. Ravensong Aquatic

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WED MAY 29

MON MAY 27 Chris Chadwell Speaks 1:00pm The QB Garden Club Alpine & Rock Group presents Chris Chadwell: speaking on Plant Hunting for Alpines in the Borderlands of Western Tibet.

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

250-594-4423 Town Council Meeting 7:00pm Town of Qualicum Beach Council Meeting.

Council Chambers, Town Hall, 660 Primrose St, Qualicum Beach. 250-738-2190 TUE MAY 28 Appointments and Lab Results Online 9:30am Learn how to create an account, make lab appointments & view lab results online. Technology Learning Centre at Family Place, 494 Bay Ave, Parksville. 250-947-8258 SD 69 Board Meeting 7:00pm Parksville Civic & Technology Centre, 100 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250248-4241

Movies at the PCCC Quartet, Escape from Planet Earth (kids) and The Incredible Burt Wonderstone.

May 29-May 31. Please call for show times and more information. Parksville Community & Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, Parksville. 250- 248-6234 THU MAY 30 Slideshows & Movies 9:30am Enjoy creating slideshows and movies to capture the memories.

Technology Learning Centre at Family Place, 494 Bay Ave, Parksville. 250947-8258

THU MAY 30 voice can provide you with an enlightening peek into Your Secret Self. Have fun learning how to use sound and colour to reveal personality quirks! Pre-class vocal recording required with pre-registration. Fee: $60.00. Tone~overTone/ Bio-Imaging. 250-2485622 Confounding Fibromyalgia 1:00pm Fibromyalgia is one of the most complex health problems faced by thousands. Explore what your voice can reveal about underlying issues that may be contributing to this elusive and debilitating condition. Qualicum. Pre-class vocal recording required with pre-registration. Fee: $60.00. Tone~overTone/ Bio-Imaging. 250-2485622 FRI MAY 31

Your Secret Sounds & True Colours 10:00am Explore how sound frequency biomarkers within your own

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Technology Learning Centre at Family Place, 494 Bay Ave, Parksville. 250947-8258

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Timberline Dance 7:30pm Wednesdays. Parksville Legion. 250-752-8542 THU MAY 2 Lazy Mike & Recliners 7:00pm Deez Bar & Grill, Qualicum. 250-752-8055 Bluegrass Jam 7:00pm Thursdays. Crown & Anchor. 250-757-9444 Karaoke 10:00pm Thursdays. Rod & Gun Pub, 250-248-6511 FRI MAY 3 Peter Mason 5:30pm Fridays. Sandbar Cafe. 778-424-4478 Open Mic at Deez 7:00pm Fridays. Deez Bar, Qualicum. 250-752-8055 Headless Betty 8:00pm Frontiersman Bar, Coombs. 250-586-0040 Hummer 10:00pm Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 SAT MAY 4 Jagsters Jam 2:00pm Frontiersman Bar, Coombs. 250-586-0040 Live Music! The Enablers 7:00pm The Shady Rest, Qualicum. 250-752-9111 Youth Talent Show 7:00pm Knox United Church, Parksville.

Coffee House 7:30pm Errington Hall, Errington. 250-248-5106 Kevin Falkenberg 8:00pm French Creek Marine Pub. 250-248-3713 Paul & Jess Classic Rock 8:00pm Legion #49, Parksville. 250-248-6842

Hummer 10:00pm Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 SUN MAY 5 Sunday Showcase 2:00pm Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 Country Jam Sessions 3:00pm Sundays. Crown & Anchor. 250-757-9444 Good News Jazz Band 7:00pm St. Columba Presbyterian. 250-248-2348 MON MAY 6 Open Mic at Shady 7:00pm Mondays. The Shady Rest. 250-752-9111 TUE MAY 7 Hootenany Folk Jam 7:00pm Tuesdays. Crown & Anchor. 250-757-9444 THU MAY 9 Old Time Fiddlers 7:00pm Thursdays. QB Rotary House. 250-586-3743 Renovation Blues Band 7:00pm Deez Bar & Grill, Qualicum. 250-752-8055 FRI MAY 10 MACoustic Folk Club 7:00pm The MAC, Parksville. 250-248-8185 Welsh Choir Concert 7:30pm Qualicum Community Centre. 250-752-4131 Emma Plant 8:00pm Frontiersman Bar, Coombs. 250-586-0040 Vicious Fish 10:00pm Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-65111 SAT MAY 11 Boney Finger Jam 2:00pm Frontiersman Bar, Coombs. 250-586-0040

Tour de Rock Dance 7:00pm PCCC, Parksville.

250-248-3205 Ext. 232 Lazy Mike & Recliners 7:00pm The Shady Rest, Qualicum. 250-752-9111 Fear of the Valley 8:00pm Legion #49, Parksville. 250-248-6842 Valdy in Concert 8:00pm Errington Hall, Errington. 250-248-5106 DJ TBA 10:00pm Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 THU MAY 16 Double Trouble Duo 7:00pm Deez Bar & Grill, Qualicum. 250-752-8055 FRI MAY 17 Country Opera 7:00pm Rodeo Grounds Hall, Coombs. 250-248-1009 Vince Vaccaro 8:00am Errington Hall, Errington. 250-248-5106 Helix Dance Theatre 7:00pm Theatre, Ballenas Secondary. 250-586-0809 Diamond Dog 8:00pm Frontiersman Bar, Coombs. 250-586-0040 Emma Plant 10:00pm Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-65111 SAT MAY 18 Jagsters Jam 2:00pm Frontiersman Bar, Coombs. 250-586-0040 Bent Rymn 7:00pm The Shady Rest, Qualicum. 250-752-9111 DJ TBA 10:00pm Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 SUN MAY 19 Sunday Showcase

2:00pm Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-65111 THU MAY 23 Little Twang 7:00pm Deez Bar & Grill, Qualicum. 250-752-8055 FRI MAY 24 Carol Pope in Concert 8:00am Errington Hall, Errington. 250-248-5106 Dave Hart 6:00pm Kalvas, Parksville.

250-816-5816 Sista Groove 8:00pm Frontiersman Bar, Coombs. 250-586-0040 Baby Jane 10:00pm Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 SAT MAY 25 Boney Finger Jam 2:00pm Frontiersman Bar, Coombs. 250-586-0040 Codi Band 7:00pm The Shady Rest, Qualicum. 250-752-9111 Cross Town Express 8:00pm Legion #49, Parksville. 250-248-6842 Baby Jane 10:00pm Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511 THU MAY 30 Renovation Blues Band 7:00pm Deez Bar & Grill, Qualicum. 250-752-8055 FRI MAY 31 Open Mic at Deez 7:00pm Deez Bar & Grill, Qualicum. 250-752-8055 Karma King 8:00pm Frontiersman Bar, Coombs. 250-586-0040 Satellite Park 10:00pm Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville. 250-248-6511

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EVERY WEEK EVERY MONDAY

EVERY MONDAY

EVERY TUESDAY

EVERY WEDNESDAY

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.

250-248-6234 Boxing (14-18yrs) 6:00pm Genesis Boxing, Parksville. 250-248-5511 Belly Dancing - Adults 6:00pm SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093 Men's League Snooker 7:00pm Legion #76, Qualicum. 250-752-9632 White Collar Boxing 7:15pm Genesis Boxing, Parksville. 250-248-5511

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EVERY THURSDAY

EVERY FRIDAY

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Timberline Dance 7:30pm Legion #49, Parksville. 250-752-8542

Guyz Time (Gr. 3,4 & 5) 3:00pm SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093

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

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

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

Youth Zumba 5:15pm SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093

Weight Watchers 9:00am PCCC, Parksville.

250-248-6234

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

Boxercise for Everyone 6:00pm Genesis Boxing, Parksville. 250-248-5511

Preschoolers on Move 9:15am SOS Centre, Parksville.50-248-2093

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

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

Wii for Seniors 9:30am Qualicum Seniors` Centre. 250-752-5586

Fun Darts 7:30pm Eagles Club, Parksville. 250-248-3922

Seniors Shuffle Board 9:00am Parksville Seniors' Centre. 250-248-3200 Preschool Art 9:15am SOS Centre, Parksville. 250-248-2093 Spinners & Weavers 10:00am Bradley Centre, Coombs. 250-248-6575

Ladie's Pool 6:45pm Legion #49, Parksville. 250-248-5633

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

250-248-3841 Community Meals 11:30am St. Stephen's, Qualicum. 250-752-9831

Shasta Hoop Fitness 7:00pm PCCC, Parksville.

250-752-9505 Bluegrass Music 7:00pm Crown & Anchor, Qualicum. 250-757-9444 Old Time Fiddlers 7:00pm Rotary House, Qualicum Beach.

Dominoes 1:00pm Legion #49, Parksville. 250-248-5633

Karaoke 10:00pm Rod & Gun Pub, Parksville 250-248-6511

EVERY SATURDAY Sample Saturdays Pharmasave, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-3011 Seniors Line Dance 11:00am Parksville Seniors' Centre. 250-248-3200 Stroke Recovery 11:00am St. Columba Presbyterian. 250-752-9796 Mind in Motion 1:00pm PCCC, Parksville.

250-248-6234 Boxing (8-13yrs) 4:30pm Genesis Boxing, Parksville. 250-248-5511

Men's Pool 10:45am Legion #49, Parksville. 250-248-5633 Peter Mason Live 5:30pm Sandbar Cafe, Bowser. 778-424-4478 Music Trivia 7:00pm The Shady Rest, Qualicum. 250-752-9111 Live Music!

10:00pm The Rod & Gun, Parksville. 250-954-1881

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

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

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

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

Whist for Seniors 1:00pm Qualicum Seniors' Centre. 250-752-7940

EVERY FRIDAY Fashion Friday Pharmasave, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-3011

Coffee with Council 2:00pm Parksville Civic & Tech Centre. 250-248-6144

45+ Fitness Class 8:00am Bodyworks, Parksville. 250-248-3346

Ladies' Pool 6:45pm Legion #49, Parksville. 250-228-9057

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

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

Preschool Story Time 10:30am Parksville Library, 250-248-3841

Teen Swims (13-18yrs) 7:00pm Ravensong, Qualicum Beach. 250-752-5014

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

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all out LOCAL SHOPPING EVENT IN NANOOSE BAY

by Brenda Gough

Mother’s Day is on May 12th this year but you may also want to mark Saturday May 11th on your calendar for the 2nd annual All Sprung Out crafter market at Nanoose Place.

Organizers of the market have pushed back this year’s event so that they could bring the market to the great outdoors.

All Sprung Out and All Decked Out (the Christmas version) have become two of Mid- Vancouver Islands favourite craft markets for attendees and crafters alike.

Megan Olsen of Arbutus Events; which organized All Sprung Out, said this year the market lands on Mother’s Day weekend so last minute shoppers should have no trouble finding that perfect gift for their favourite person.

“We did it March 31st last year and it was a little too cold for outdoor vendors so we wanted to expand a bit and have more outdoor vendors.”

One of the vendors participating outside this year is Nanoose Bay Succulents, which specializes in succulent plants in pots and planters.

Olsen explained the idea behind the event is to encourage people to shop locally and help sustain the amazing crafters and artisans who live right here in the community.

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photos by Summer Hurst

"We strive to bring high quality crafts, products and food together in one great location" ~ Megan Olsen, Event Organizer

“This supports local artists… the people who don’t have store fronts and are trying to make a living doing craft fairs,” she stated.

Olsen pointed out that craft markets are a good launch for artists to see how well received their products are before they decide to set up a store front.

“Our vendors always come back so that gives us an indication that we are doing something right.

We have also started jurying a bit and now take in applications … that way we are not overloaded with jewellery or baby products and we have a wide a range of price points.”

There are more than vendors this year including: Strange Bird Studio (curious and eclectic kiln formed glass), Old City Soapworks (beautifully crafted handmade soap), Shi Studio (unique Chinese silk jewellery), Mirabeans (fabric wearables from new and recycled material) just to name a few.

She added that it is also beneficial for shoppers who want a wide variety of items all under one roof.

Entry is by donation with partial proceeds going to Nanoose Community Cupboard and Olsen said over the years the event has raised thousands of dollars for the local food bank.

“We strive to bring high quality crafts, products and food together in one great location.”

“We hope to continue the legacy we have worked on over the years for many to come.”

Olsen admitted that there is a lot of juggling and strategic planning that goes into organizing a successful craft fair.

The market will be open Saturday May 11th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nanoose Place on Northwest Bay Road in Nanoose Bay.

For more information, contact Megan Olsen by phone at 250-586-0809 or by email at olsen_megan@yahoo.ca

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DINING RAW Energy Juice Bar .................... 250-586-4202 Rawthentic Eatery ......................... 250-594-7298 Sakura Tea & Coffee Shop ............ 250-248-8837

Cafes, Coffee Shops & More...

Sandbar Cafe & Art Gallery ............ 778-424-4478 Save-On-Foods Deli ......................... 250-390-4613

A Step Above Cafe .......................... 250-752-9281

Serious Coffee ................................ 250-586-0188

Back Road Meals & Mochas ........... 250-951-3171

Shanna's Place ................................ 250-248-4009

Bailey's In The Village ..................... 250-752-7584

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

Beach House Cafe ........................... 250-752-9626

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

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

Stewart's on Harrison Cafe ............ 250-951-0888

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

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

Bradley's on Jensen ........................ 250-954-2085

The Orange Bridge Cafe ................ 250-586-5185

Bread & Honey Food Co. ............... 250-586-1021

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

Cafe Brie .......................................... 250-594-2526 Cha Ch'a Java .................................. 250-248-4225 Chuffin Cafe .................................... 250-248-3261 Cockney Pride ................................. 250-752-6322 Courtyard Cafe & Patio .................. 250-752-4152 Creekmore's Coffee Espresso ......... 250-752-0158

Tim Horton's ...................................250-248-0094 Westhill Restaurant ........................ 250-752-7148 Wheelhouse Cafe ............................ 250-951-3301 Yorky's Halibut & Chips .................. 250-954-1197 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 Old Country Market Eatery ............ 250-248-6272

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Quik Brimm: Parksville .........................................250-248-3336 Coombs ...........................................250-248-3336

Bayside Bistro & Lounge ................. 250-248-8333 Beach Hut ........................................ 250-752-5708 Bistro 1898 ...................................... 250-954-1881 Boston Pizza .................................... 250-947-9400

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Find new restaurants to visit!

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

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

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

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

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

Sushi Deco ....................................... 250-586-3290 Sushi Ichi ......................................... 250-954-2020 Sushi Masa ....................................... 250-248-6648

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

Tan's Kitchen ..................................250-586-8828

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

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

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

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

Pheasant's Nest Restaurant ........... 250-752-0117 Quiznos Parksville ........................... 250-951-0752 Talons at Eaglecrest ....................... 250-752-6311 Thalassa Restaurant ........................ 250-594-1150 Trees Restauraunt & Bakery ......... 250-586-2226

Pizza...

Domino's Pizza ................................ 250-248-9296 Nickolini's Pizza ............................. 250-757-9996 Panago Pizza ................................... 250-310-0001

International / Fine Dining...

Amrikkos Indian Grille .................... 250-951-0682

Papa Gino's Pizzeria ....................... 250-586-2121 Pizza Connection ............................ 250-951-2112

Bamboo Garden ............................. 250-248-3323

Pizza Fresh ....................................... 250-586-2013

Bangkok Thai Food ........................ 250-248-4860

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

Bistro 694 ........................................ 250-752-0301

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

British Bobby Restaurant ................ 250-954-3232 Butler's Restaurant ......................... 250-752-5776 Cabernets Restaurant .................... 250-954-1023 Cedar Room ..................................... 250-248-2333 Chameleons Ostria ......................... 250-586-5500 China Garden Restaurant ............... 250-954-2202 Cuckoo Trattoria Pizzaria ............... 250-248-6280 Fushion Place Takeout ................... 250-586-1881 Giovanni's Ristorante & Lounge .... 250-752-6693 Henry's Kitchen .............................. 250-757-8288 Kalvas Restaurant ........................... 250-248-6933 Landing West Coast Grill ................ 250-468-2400

Pub Style...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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