November 2019 Comox Valley What's On Digest

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The Yellowpoint Christmas Spectacular is a celebration of music, dance, lights and decorations.

Now in its 13th season, it has become a holiday tradition for many across Vancouver Island.

This year’s singing and dancing extravaganza includes musical medleys of well known songs by Billy Joel, Gloria Estefan, Ray Charles and Aretha Franklin, a nostalgic war time set, a Broadway medley of Singin’ in the Rain songs, music from Amelie, Bing Crosby’s classic ‘White Christmas’ as well as many more classical hits and Christmas favourites.

Three weeks before opening night, a cast of 14 professional singers, dancers and musicians will begin rehearsals in preparation for opening night! This show is in popular demand. A favorite among bus tour groups, staff parties, family and friend reunions, and festive celebrations. Book early so you don’t miss this exciting holiday event!

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Whats On Digest Calendar Events More events online at ComoxValley.WhatsOnDigest.com

Nov 1 Movie Releases Nov 1: Arctic Dogs, Harriet, Motherless Brooklyn, Terminator: Dark Fate.

Check your local theatres FMI.

Ongoing Events and Exhibits

Canucks v Ducks: Catch it at the Canoe! Flying Canoe West Coast Pub, 1590 Cliffe Av. 331-4006

Holiday Craft at the Courtyard: Nov 15- Dec 31.

Many hand made pieces to look at all created by local artists and crafters. 12pm. Potter’s Place, 180B 5th Street. 334-4613

Averill Creek Wine Pairing Dinner: Celebrate WineFest weekend with a Wine Pairing Dinner on Friday before the Festival. 6pm. Crown Isle Resort, 399 Clubhouse Dr.

Movember: A month long event to create awareness for men’s health.

The Woodstove Festival: Off Beat. Funky.

Incredible. It’s the Woodstove Festival! For full lineup of performances and times see www. woodstovefestival.com.

CVAG Exhibit: Uncover Open until Nov 23. This convergent program considers the implications of concealing and revealing through a related creative residency. 10am. Comox Valley Art Gallery, 580 Duncan Ave. 338-6211 A Sailor’s Sketchbook: Special exhibit of sketches and art by serving sailors. Open until Nov 11. HMCS Alberni Museum and Memorial, 625 Cliffe Av. 897-4611

Cumberland Museum Tour: Cumberland Museum Tour with Meagan Cursons. 7pm.

Cumberland Museum & Archives, 2680 Dunsmuir Av. 336-2445 Friday Night Dance: Come dance to the music of the Dan Hughes Band. 7:30pm. Florence Filberg Centre Rotary Hall, 411 Anderton Ave. 338-1000

CCCTS Road Cycling Weekly Rides: FMI go to cccts.org . 9:30am at Florence Filberg Ctr., 411 Anderton Av. 338-1000

Griffin Pub Halloween Party: Halloween party at the Griffin Pub! 8:30pm. Griffin Pub, 1185 Kilmorely Road. 339-4466

Wine Tasting: 11am-5pm, Tue-Sun., 40 Knots Vineyard & Estate Winery, Stroll through our vineyard & learn about their terroir & varieties.

40knotswinery.com. 2400 Anderton.

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Games & Grounds events: Tue-Sat. Full calendar GamesandGrounds.com. Games & Grounds Coffee House, 331-4th St

Farmers’ Markets~ CV: Saturday 9am-1pm, Native Son’s Hall 360 Cliffe Ave.

Charity Meat Draws~ Fri 5pm, Courtenay Legion, courtenaylegion.ca 334-4911. 367 Cliffe Av Sat 2pm, w/ Live Music Courtenay Legion, courtenaylegion.ca .334-4911. 367 Cliffe Av Sat 3pm, Cumberland Legion, 336.2361. 2770 Dunsmuir Av Sat 3pm, Highwayman Saloon, 5467 Isl. Hwy S, Union Bay Sun 1pm, Cumberland Hotel, Cumberlandhotel. ca . 336.8844. 2714 Dunsmuir Av Open Jam & Lions Club Meat Draw: Sun 5pm, Fanny Bay Inn, fannybayinn.com 335.2323. 7480 Isl. Hwy S See also Every Week, p23, Family Fun p26 and Seniors Events, p28~

Woodstove Festival: See Nov 1 Vocal Workshop with Allison Girvan: Learn about creating vocal layers and playing with your voice with the wonderful teacher, Allison Girvan.

10am. Comox Pentecostal Church, 1919 Guthrie Road.

Fall Choral Festival: Choral Valley is holding its sixth annual Fall Choir Festival. 12:30pm. Comox Pentecostal Church, 1919 Guthrie Road.

Watershed 101 and Guided Walking Tour of Roy Morrison Park: Curious about our watershed? Attend a Watershed 101 presentation, followed by a guided walking tour of Roy Morrison Park! 1pm. Lake Trail Community Middle School, 805 Willemar Av. 334 3168 ext 223 “Around the World in a Dugout Canoe” Book Signing: An enduring story of courage, adventure, and at times, sheer luck. Everyone welcome! Books will be available for purchase.

1pm. Laughing Oyster Book Shop, 286 5th Street.

334-2511 Painting Landscapes in Watercolour with Clive Powsey: Explore two aspects of watercolour; glazing with transparent colour and mixing alla prima (wet on wet). 1:30pm at Lupine Art Studio, A - 442 Duncan Ave. 778 225 0152 CV Pregnancy Care Centre Benefit Concert Fundraiser: Tickets $15, available on Eventbrite.

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local ingredients to celebrate the bounty of the Comox Valley. 5:30pm. Lush Valley Food Action Society, 576 England Ave. 331-0152

18th Annual Wine Festival: Always a sold-out event, their annual wine festival returns this November for its 18th year. 7pm at Crown Isle Resort, 399 Clubhouse Dr.

Nov 5

Glacier Kings v The Storm: 7pm. Comox Valley Sports Centre, 3001 Vanier Drive. 337-5487 Canucks v Sharks: Catch it at the Canoe! 7pm.

Flying Canoe West Coast Pub, 1590 Cliffe Av. 331-4006 KC & the Moonshine Band: A night of live country w/ KC & friends. No Cover. 9pm. Mex Pub, 1001 Ryan Rd..

Nov 3 Day Light Savings Time: Its that time of year again, time to turn your clocks back, at 2am.

Woodstove Festival: See Nov 1 Reduction Printmaking with Jennifer McIntyre: In this workshop you will create a multicoloured relief print using a single plate.

10am. Lupine Art Studio, A - 442 Duncan Ave. 778225-0152 Autocross: All Day Autocross. Hail, Rain, Snow, or Shine. Registration. 10am, Autocross to follow. Saratoga Spdwy, 2380 Macaulay Rd. 337-5024 2019 CVCDA Children’s Telethon: Be part of the wonderful fundraising spirit here in the Comox Valley. 12pm. Sid Williams Theatre, 442 Cliffe Av. 338-2430 Workshop on Living Prosperity Principles: Rev. Dr. Gail Muzio helps you find financial prosperity at Comox Lions Den. $30. 12:30pm. Comox Lions Den, 1729 Comox Ave. Making Sense of Discipline- Free Parenting Workshop: 1pm. Comox Valley Waldorf School, 2311 Rosewall Cres. 871-7777 Ralph Barrat & The Sharp 7: Come dance to the songs of the Sinatra era and beyond; fundraiser for the Evergreen Club. 2pm. Florence Filberg Centre. Rotary Hall, 411 Anderton Ave. 338-1000 CVAG Fall Film Series: “One Day in the Life of Noah Piugattuk.” 5pm.Comox Valley Art Gallery, 580 Duncan Ave. 338-6211

Nov 4 Line Dance: This fun Line Dance class is for beginners and beyond! 1pm. Black Creek Community Centre, 2001 Black Creek Road.

Mediterranean in the Pacific Northwest: Join Chef Jill to prepare a Mediterranean meal using

Taking Great Photos with Your Smartphone: It’s not as easy as you might think and there are simple and cool tricks and apps that will help you become a photographic genius 11:30am.

Vancouver Isl Visitor Centre, 3607 Small Rd. Blues v Canucks: Catch it at the Canoe! 7pm.

Flying Canoe West Coast Pub, 1590 Cliffe Av. 331-4006 Open Mic Night at New Traditions: Come out, have a beer and enjoy Open Mic Night, featuring Tomcat and Friends. 7pm. New Traditions Brewing Company, 215 Port Augusta St Unit 11 (236) 362-2022

Nov 6 Your Studio Christmas 2019: If you need a workspace and want to use our tools or pottery wheels, their studio is Your Studio! 1pm. Lupine Art Studio, A - 442 Duncan Ave. 778-225-0152 CVAG Fall Film Series: See Nov 3 Dad’s Night Out: Little Chefs November: Join the Lush Valley team and Chef Alberto Pozzolo as they share recipes, cooking tips, and safe food handling practices. 5:30pm. Lake Trail Middle School, 805 Willemar Av. Social Media Crash Course/Refresher: Facebook and Instagram crash course. Get up to speed fast, with all the absolute must-know info on the top two social platforms. 6pm. Comox Valley Art Gallery, 580 Duncan Ave. 338-6211

Nov 7 Promoting Events With Facebook: Get up to speed on the finer points of using Facebook to promote your events, and grow your audience.

9:30am. Vancouver Island Visitor Centre, 3607 Small Rd. Remembrance Day Film Night: This short documentary encourages us to remember the war efforts of Canadians at home during World War II. 4pm. Courtenay Library, 300 6th Street.

334-3369 Canucks v Blackhawks: Catch it at the Canoe!

5:30pm. Flying Canoe West Coast Pub, 1590 Cliffe Ave. 331-4006 The Conquest of Mt. Logan: Epic 1925 expedition filmed by Hamilton Mack Laing, a local pioneer Comox Legion, 7pm.

Comox Legion, 1825 Comox Av. 7pm.

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Canucks v Jets: Catch it at the Canoe! 5pm. Flying Canoe West Coast Pub, 1590 Cliffe Av. 331-4006

Nov 8

DFresh Entertainment Presents: hip-hop, reggae, afro-beats, dancehall, latin. 9:30pm. Mex Pub, 1001 Ryan Rd..

New Movie Releases Nov 8: Doctor Sleep, Frankie, Honey Boy, Last Christmas, Midway, Playing With Fire. Check your local theatres FMI. BC Ferries Employment Information Session: This free event on how to obtain work with BC Ferries will fill up quickly. Register today at 3343119. 10am. WorkBC- Courtenay. 103 555 4th St. Christmas Traditions Market: Two levels of fabulous fun shopping. 10am. Florence Filberg Centre, 411 Anderton Ave. 338-1000 Artist Talk: Fitting In- Camouflage and War with Barb Hunt: 1pm. Sid Williams Theatre, 442 Cliffe Av. 338-2430

Love & Mercy: Live Christian Music 7pm. Living Waters Church, 2222 Regent Rd. 337-5053

Daniel Wesley at the Waverley Hotel: 10pm.

Waverley Hotel, 2692 Dunsmuir Ave.

Nov 9 Christmas Traditions Market: See Nov 8 Lazy Syrup Orchestra: Get your groove on the Waverley dance floor. 10pm. 2692 Dunsmuir Ave. Where the Ice Falls by J.E. Barnard: Join author Jayne Barnard for a conversation on her new book Where the Ice Falls.

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CINEMA

VIDEO DVD, online, and blu-ray may vary.

NOV 1 Arctic Dogs, Jojo Rabbit, Harriet,

NOV 5 The Art of Racing in the Rain, Hobbs & Shaw,

Motherless Brooklyn, Parasite,

The Kitchen, Pavarotti, Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark

Terminator: Dark Fate NOV 8 Doctor Sleep, Last Christmas, Midway, Playing With Fire NOV 15 Charlie’s Angels, Ford v. Ferrari, The Good Liar

NOV 12 47 Meters Down: Uncaged, After the Wedding, The Angry Birds Movie 2, Brian Banks, The Farewell, Good Boys, The Peanut Butter Falcon NOV 19 Blinded by the Light, Cold War,

NOV 22 21 Bridges, A Beautiful Day

Dora and the Lost City of Gold

in the Neighborhood, Frozen 2

NOV 26 Angel Has Fallen, Don’t Let Go,

NOV 27 Knives Out, Queen & Slim

Where’d You Go Bernadette

*General release dates only. Please confirm dates & times with your local cinema.

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with Elvis at the Sid!

Steve Elliott's tribute to Elvis is back at the Sid Williams Theatre! This full time tribute artist and award-winning vocalist will be bringing his "Christmas with Elvis" show Nov 24th! The two hour concert consists of inspirational and Christmas hits from the Elvis Presley song book. Elvis' gospel music earned him three Grammys and has been hailed as one of the best for his delivery and passion for the gospel! With plenty of Christmas and seasonal melodies this concert will get you in good spirit before the holiday rush! Steve is no stranger to the Island. He has performed here at the Sid several times and was the Comox Nautical Days headliner in August!

Sunday November 24, 7:30pm at the Sid Williams Theatre.

Tickets at www.sidwilliamstheatre.com or at the Box Office, 442 Cliffe Ave, (Courtenay) 250-338-2430 - For tickets, press 1 • Tickets: $33

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Spectators welcome. 10:30am. Comox Ave Cenotaph, Comox Av.

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Union Bay Remembrance Day Service and Show: 11:45am. Union Bay Community Hall, 5401 Island Hwy S. Bells of Peace Service: 101 bells will ring with bagpipes; remember 101 years since the 1918 Armistice. 4:30pm. St. Andrews Anglican Church, 4680 N Island Hwy.

Red Dirt Skinners: An extraordinary evening of music at the Fanny Bay Hall. 7pm. Fanny Bay Hall, 7793 Island Hwy. 335-2832

Bells of Peace Ceremony: The Remembrance Bell will be hand tolled 100 times as names of Canadians who have given their lives for Canada will be read out loud. HMCS Alberni Museum. 625 Cliffe Ave. Alberniproject.org

Pneuma at Studio Live: 7pm. Studio Live Cumberland, 2679 Beaufort Ave. 400-5000

Nov 12

My Generation 50th Anniversary Woodstock: Get ready to relive the golden days of the Age of Aquarius. 7:30pm. Sid Williams Theatre, 442 Cliffe Av. 338-2430

Newcomers Club Meeting: Guest speaker is Pearl McKenzie, VP of Mars Wildlife Rescue in Merville. Doors 6pm, meeting at 7. Crown Isle Clubhouse, 399 Clubhouse Drive.

Glacier Kings: 7:30pm at Comox Valley Sports Centre, 3001 Vanier Dr. 337-5487

Crafts and Craft at the White Whale- Macrame Wreaths: Get out for an evening of delightful crafts and craft beer! All supplies incl. 7pm at The White Whale Restaurant, 975 Comox Road.

Nov 10 Christmas Traditions Market: See Nov 8 Devils v Canucks: Catch it at the Canoe! 1pm.

Flying Canoe Pub, 1590 Cliffe. “Whole Lotta Led� Led Zepplin Tribute: Shuttle Service available. 8pm. Highwayman Saloon, 5467 Island Highway S. 335-0256

Nov 11 Remembrance Day Service in Cumberland: Please join the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #28 for the parade and service. 10:30am. Dunsmuir and 3rd St.

Predators v Canucks: Catch it at the Canoe! 7pm.

Flying Canoe Pub, 1590 Cliffe.

Hotel California: The original Eagles Tribute Band brings the ultimate Eagles musical experience to the Sid. 7:30pm. Sid Williams Theatre, 442 Cliffe Av. 338-2430

Nov 13 Hearing Health Checks Pharmasave Comox: 10:30am at Pharmasave Comox, 7 - 2225 Guthrie Road. 339-4563 Continued on page 11

7 pm Saturday 9 Nov 2019 International Acoustic Music Awards British Blues Awards UK Songwriting Awards British Country Music Awards Folk/roots Album of the Year Tickets $20 advance, $24 door.

Laughing Oyster Books, Courtenay, Weinberg's, Buckley Bay & Salish Sea Market, Bowser.

11 Guess that Groove Music Trivia: Are you a human jukebox? Think you know every hit to fill the airwaves? Test your knowledge 8pm. Flying Canoe West Coast Pub, 1590 Cliffe Av. 331-4006

Nov 14 Paint Night: All supplies provided. 6pm.

Highwayman Saloon, 5467 Island Highway S. 335-0256 “Nutrition for The Family” Presentation: Join Dietitian Erin Roman for a presentation on how we can help ourselves and our families with energy and overall well-being! 6:30pm. Lake Trail Community Middle School, 805 Willemar Av. 334 3168 ext 223

Trivia Night in Black Creek: 5:30pm. Black Creek Community Centre, 2001 Black Creek Road.

Matt Kelly: Garbage and the Soul: Come and enjoy the wisdom and humour of our local Jungian analyst. 6:30pm. Stan Hagen Theatre NIC 2300 Ryan Rd.

Nov 16 Harmony Hearts Christmas Craft Fair: Come out and enjoy the start of the Christmas Season.

9am. United Mennonite Church, 2277 Enns Rd. 337-5341 FBCA Craft Fair: 10am. Fanny Bay Hall, 7793 Island Hwy. 335-2832

Patrick’s Pickles with J. P. Bailey: Join local children’s author J. P. Bailey for a reading of her book.

6:30pm. Courtenay Library, 300 6th Street. 334-3369

Fiesta Christmas Bazaar: Both floors of the Filberg Center will be transformed into a Global Craft Bazaar. 10am. 411 Anderton Ave. 338-1000

Stars v Canucks: Catch it at the Canoe! 7pm at Flying Canoe Pub, 1590 Cliffe.

Elasmosaur’s Birthday Party: The Elasmosaur is celebrating its 80,000,031st birthday with a party at the museum. 11am. Courtenay Museum, 207 4th Street. 334-0686

Nov 15 Holiday Craft at the Courtyard: Many hand made pieces to look at all created by local artists and crafters. 12pm. Potter’s Place, 180B 5th Street.

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Welcome to the GOO ZONE: 2pm. CVRD Aquatic Centre, 377 Lerwick Rd.

New Movie Releases Nov 15: Charlie’s Angels, Ford v Ferrari, The Good Liar. FMI Check your local theatres.

Paint Nights with Connie: The Snowy Field: Painted using monochromatic colours, learn to paint and shade this Winter landscape scene. 6:30pm. Black Creek Community Hall, 2001 Black Creek Rd.

Extreme Rec Night: Visit three recreation facilities!

Activities include archery tag, rock climbing, skatepark, swimming, pizza, snacks & more!

3:30pm. LINC Youth Centre, 300 Old Island Hwy.

River-Port Productions’ The Nutcracker: 2pm.

Sid Williams Theatre, 442 Cliffe Av. 338-2430

Glacier Kings v Buccaneers: 7pm. Comox Valley Sports Centre, 3001 Vanier Drive. 337-5487 Continued on page 13

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Avalanche v Canucks: Catch it at the Canoe!

7pm. Flying Canoe West Coast Pub, 1590 Cliffe Av. 331-4006 Valley Gurls Fundraiser: A Drag Show Fundraiser supporting the CV Kickers Rugby Club. Tix: cvkickersvicepresident@gmail.com.

8pm. Cumberland Hotel, 2714 Dunsmuir Ave. 336-8844 The Sorority + Snotty Nose Rez Kids: This is true hip hop! 8pm. Cumberland Recreation Centre, 2665 Dunsmuir Av. 336-2231 Lonesome Ace Stringband + The Cumberland Brothers: The Lonesome Ace Stringband brings grit, skill and abandon to old-time, Appalachian folk songs and fiddle/banjo tunes. 10pm.

Waverley Hotel, 2692 Dunsmuir Ave.

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Nov 17 Christmas Craft Fair: Lunch available. 10am.

Union Bay Community Hall, 5401 Island Hwy S. Fiesta Christmas Bazaar: See Nov 16 Art Resin, The Collage Edition: Discover art resin finishing while creating your own colourful, landscape collage. 1pm. Lupine Art Studio, A - 442 Duncan Ave. 778-225-0152 Symphony at the Sid: Symphony Serenade: A true celebration of strings more than a hundred in total to serenade you! 2pm. Sid Williams Theatre, 442 Cliffe Av. 338-2430 Sunday Dinner Speaker feat. CVRD Electoral Area A Director Daniel Arbour: Arrive early for Continued on page 20

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Special Events November 12 Crafts & Craft

Join Samantha Cheong of SKC Designs as we create beautiful macrame wreaths that can be enjoyed all year long. Sam will teach participants how to create a six inch wreath using traditional macrame knots. Hang it in your house, give it as a gift, or make more for all your friends!

Included in the cost is your first drink of the evening, all the supplies necessary, plus instructions to take home so you can do it again!

Also included is all the fun of a night out with friends! See @WhiteWhaleCourtenay.

November 22 Spinnakers Brewing Tap Takeover

All day - Victoria’s famous Spinnakers Brewing takes over all our taps, plus enjoy live music with The Wits. Live Music starts at 7pm.

whitewhalecourtenay.ca | 975 Comox Road, Courtenay.

250-338-1468 | Daily 11am- 9pm

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MONDAYS

Poker Night · Pool Tournament Everyone welcome!

TUESDAYS

Board Games Night · Mixed Darts Bring your own or use ours!

WACKY WEDNESDAY!

$4.00 Tapas menu after 3pm *Piano Bar with Rob Petrie

THURSDAYS

Poker Night · Everyone welcome!

Fridays Live Music @8:30 TGIF Prize Pot Draw!

Nov 1 Nov 8 Nov 15 Nov 22 Nov 29

Centerpiece Double Play Big Daddy Impala’s Herd of Cats

SATURDAYS

Name That Tune @9:00 SUNDAYS

Celtic Open Mic Jam, 3-6pm Sunday Night Football Open Mic Jam @ 8pm

Free pool all day! · Everyone Welcome!

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Comedy for Mental Health Comedy for Mental Health with Vancouver Island’s Peter Hudson is an award winning show that brings people together to laugh and help support Our Local Crisis Centre.

Peter Hudson has entertained audiences throughout western Canada . Known to comedians across the country as Nanaimo’s comedy mayor, Peter taps into daily life to bring you hilarious takes on work, family, and his own quirks and misadventures. Raw and colourful, whether he’s describing growing up as a redhead, working blue collar jobs, or “living green” on the west coast, Peter revs up a crowd with his high energy, exuberant comedy, he will get you laughing

The The manager of a large office noticed one of his department heads had hired a new man, so the boss called him into his office for a little orientation speech. "What is your name?" he asked.

"John," the new guy replied.

The manager scowled, "Look, I don't know what kind of place you worked at before, but I don't call anyone by their first name. It breeds familiarity and that leads to a breakdown in authority. I refer to my employees by their last names only - Smith, Jones, Baker - that's all.

I am to be referred to only as Mr. Robertson.

Now that we got that straight, what is your last name?"

The new guy sighed and said, "Darling. John Darling."

"Okay, John, back to work!”

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Yuk Off Victoria and winner of 2013 Calgary Funnyfest Talent Search. Joining him is Vancouver Island’s own Mikey Dubbs and won’t let you stop until he thinks you’ve had enough.

Peter has Headlined world class festivals like Just for Laughs Northwest, the 2016

Peter Hudson appears at The Mex Pub November 23. Tickets available at the Mex Pub. $20 with partial proceeds going to Vancouver Island Crisis Society. Doors at 7 showtime at 8.

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NOVEMBER 1

FRIDAY-NIGHT KARAOKE win up to 1000 loonies 9pm

NOVEMBER 2

KC & The MOONSHINE BAND A night of live country w/ KC & Friends 9pm No Cover

NOVEMBER 5

FIRST TUESDAY FUNDRAISER hosted by Scott Lyle & Friends Cover by donation 7:30pm Featuring CELTIC TYME

NOVEMBER 9

COMEDY NIGHT Supporting Mental Health w/ PETER HUDSON & featuring Mikey Dubs $20. Partial proceeds going to VI CRISIS SOCIETY 8pm

RYDER BACHMAN BAND Live Rock w/ Ryder & friends 9pm No Cover

LATIN DANCE PARTY Bachata dance lessons 8:30pm w/ Leon Hawrylenko & Rachel Mashruky Dancing @ 9:30pm

NOVEMBER 15

NOVEMBER 16

BIG DADDY Bring your dancing shoes 9:30pm No Cover

NOVEMBER 8

DFRESH ENT. PRESENTS hip-hop, reggae, afro-beats, dancehall, latin 9:30pm

Weekly Events

NOVEMBER 23

BLUES REPORT featuring the CV's premier musicians bringing you cool grooving Classic Blues & R&B dance tunes 9pm No Cover

NOVEMBER 22

JOSS & THE ALTERNATES Live Rock w/ Joss & Friends 9pm No Cover

WEDNESDAYS

LOONIE TUNES KARAOKE

THURSDAYS

OPEN JAM NIGHT

NOVEMBER 29

NOVEMBER 30

TAILGATE COUNTRY Country line dancing w/GLORIA GRIEVE lessons@7pm Band@8pm No Cover

PUB OPEN til 2am WED  SAT SUNDAYS

AFTERNOON DANCE W/ THE AMIGOS WIN UP TO 1000 LOONIES Hosted by Barry P. & Friends 1PM TO 5PM 9PM 8:30PM

1001 Ryan Rd. Courtenay 250.703.9573 www.mexpub.ca

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Kim Churchill “No need to run when the sun is coming.” A traveller as much as an artist, Kim Churchill has lived on the road for years, but it was no longer enough just to pass through; for Kim it was time to show that world in his songs.

After The Sun, the warm, loping first single from a new project where each song taps into the people and environments of some of his favourite parts of the world, is Kim showing the value of a new way of thinking, of writing … of living. “I now understand the effect that the whole process of travelling has on the way I write songs and the way I create,” he says, explaining that he

travelled this time intending to experience “emotional responses to a constantly changing environment” and allow that to “seep into my creative process, which has been the most liberating part of the last year of writing.”

Kim Churchill plays at the Avalanche Bar, November 18.

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November 14th Paint Night $40, all supplies provided.

November 17 Sunday Dinner Speaker featuring CVRD Electoral Area A Director Daniel Arbour.

7pm - come early for dinner.

November 21 Comedy Night w/Kevin Foxx & Company $20, Shuttle Service Available November 30th Karaoke night!

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Nov 18 Pasta Tuesday All Pastas 20% off Wine Wednesday $14 half litres Thursday Trust the Chef Open 7 nights/week 4:30pm - 9:00pm 140 Port Augusta St. Comox

Kim Churchill: Fall Forgetting Release Tour: With special guests Ocie Elliott. Tix: The Avalanche, Bop City and showpass.com 7:30pm. Avalanche Bar & Grill, 275 8th Street. 331-0334

Nov 19 Canucks v Stars: Catch it at the Canoe! 5:30pm.

Flying Canoe West Coast Pub, 1590 Cliffe Av. 331-4006 In the Know: Child and Youth Mental Wellness Info Sessions: 6pm. Lake Trail Middle School, 805 Willemar Av.

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Your Studio Christmas 2019: If you need a workspace and want to use our tools or pottery wheels, our studio is Your Studio! 1pm. Lupine Art Studio, A - 442 Duncan Ave. 778-225-0152 CVAG Fall Film Series: The film is “Village Rockstars”. 5pm CV Art Gallery, 580 Duncan Ave. 338-6211

Nov 21 Homemade Soup & Sandwich: Come and enjoy lunch with family and friends. Bring the whole gang and catch up. 11:30am. Comox Legion (Branch #160), 1825 Comox Ave. Canucks v Predators: Catch it at the Canoe! 5pm.

Flying Canoe West Coast Pub, 1590 Cliffe Av. 3314006 Steve Patterson and Friends: Don’t miss your chance to see some of the best stand-up comics in the country in an evening of laughs, stories and more. 7:30pm. Sid Williams Theatre, 442 Cliffe Av. 338-2430 Comedy Night w/ Kevin Foxx & Company: Shuttle available. 8pm. Highwayman Saloon, 5467 Island Highway S. 335-0256

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Spinnakers Brewing Tap Takeover: Victoria’s famous Spinnakers Brewing takes over all their taps, plus enjoy live music with The Wits. Live Music starts at 7pm.The White Whale Restaurant, 975 Comox Rd. Moonlight + Magic: Don’t miss your chance to get some great deals and have some great fun.

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22 Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour: From approximately 350 films entered into the annual Banff Mtn Film Festival, see award-winning films and audience favourites. 7pm. Sid Williams Theatre, 442 Cliffe Av. 338-2430

Nov 25 Canucks v Flyers: Catch it at the Canoe! 4pm. Flying Canoe West Coast Pub, 1590 Cliffe Av. 331-4006

Friday Night Dance: Come dance to the music of The Amigos. 7:30pm. Florence Filberg Centre Rotary Hall, 411 Anderton Ave. 338-1000

Infused Wassail Apple Cider & Folklore: In this workshop, you will learn how to infuse apple cider with herbs and spices. 5:30pm at Lake Trail Middle School, 805 Willemar Av.

Trivia Night: The Office Edition: 8pm. Avalanche Bar & Grill, 275 8th Street. 331-0334

Nov 26

The Impalas: Live Music 8:30pm Plus TGIF Prize Pot Draw. Griffin Pub, 1185 Kilmorely Road.

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Poetry Writing Workshop: Exercises designed to release the creative part of your brain, as well as opportunities for feedback on your current work. 2pm. Courtenay Library, 300 6th Street.

334-3369

Handsome Tiger at the Waverley: Live music.

10pm. Waverley Hotel, 2692 Dunsmuir Ave.

Nov 23 Canucks v Capitals: Catch it at the Canoe!

Flying Canoe West Coast Pub, 1590 Cliffe Av. 331-4006 Cumberland WinterFaire 2019: Enjoy and support the exceptional talents of over 70 crafters and artists. 10am. Cumberland Masonic Hall, 2687 Dunsmuir Av. Light the Fire in Courtenay Annual Holiday Pottery Sale: More than 25 local potters from the mid-island together under one roof. 11am.

Florence Filberg Centre, 411 Anderton Ave. 338-1000 Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour: See Nov 22 Glacier Kings v Braves: 7pm. Comox Valley Sports Centre, 3001 Vanier Drive. 337-5487 Comedy Night: Supporting Mental Health w/ Peter Hudson & featuring Mikey Dubs. Partial proceeds going to VI Crisis Society. 8pm.Mex Pub, 1001 Ryan Rd. True Loves and MNGWA at the Waverley Hotel: 10pm. Waverley Hotel, 2692 Dunsmuir Ave.

Paws 4 Stories: Kids can come read with a St. John’s Ambulance therapy dog. 4pm. Courtenay Library, 300 6th Street. 334-3369

Nov 27 New Movie Releases Nov 27: Knives Out, Queen & Slim FMI Check your local theatres.

Evergreen Club Christmas Bazaar: Free admission. Enjoy browsing the wide variety of vendors. You’ll find something for everyone on your list! 10am. Florence Filberg Centre, 411 Anderton Ave. 338-1000 Canucks v Penguins: Catch it at the Canoe!

4pm. Flying Canoe West Coast Pub, 1590 Cliffe Av. 331-4006 O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy: Fans of Monty Python, Mr. Bean, and Dr. Seuss- grab your teacups! 7:30pm at Sid Williams Theatre, 442 Cliffe Av. 338-2430

Nov 28 Poker Night: Thursday Night Poker at the Griffin Pub. 7pm. Griffin Pub, 1185 Kilmorely Road. 3394466 Thursday Jazz at The Ave: 7pm. Avalanche Bar & Grill, 275 8th Street. 331-0334

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Watercolour and Ink Workshop with Barbara Callow: Combine watercolour painting with ink line work for quick and effective small paintings!

10am. Lupine Art Studio, A - 442 Duncan Ave. 778225-0152

Monthly BBQ Steak Dinner: Members, guest, and future members welcome. 5pm. Courtenay Legion (Branch #17), 367 Cliffe Ave. 334-4911

Cumberland WinterFaire 2019: See Nov 23 Grey Cup at Courtenay Legion: 11:30am.

Courtenay Legion, Cliffe Ave. Steve Elliott’s Christmas with Elvis: A must-see for all Elvis fans! 7:30pm. Sid Williams Theatre, 442 Cliffe Av. 338-2430

5th Annual Holiday Resort Walk: 5pm at Crown Isle Resort, 399 Clubhouse Dr..

Taylor Swift Themed Pool Party: 6pm. CVRD Aquatic Centre, 377 Lerwick Rd. A Choral Advent: Welcome in the festive season!

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Nov 30 Country Craft Market Trail: Halbe Hall, 9-2, Merville Hall, 9-2, Grantham Hall, 10-2, Black Creek Community Centre, 10-4. See ad p 23.

Brian Buckrell- A One Day Workshop: This one day workshop will focus on creating a working understanding of both lineal and areal perspective. 9:30am. Comox Lions Den, 1729 Comox Ave. Filberg Christmas at the Lodge & Holiday Market: 10am. 61 Filberg Road. 339-2715 Black Creek Winter Market: Entry by donation with all proceeds supporting the Black Creek Community Association 10am.

Black Creek Community Centre, 2001 Black Creek Road.

Pet Photos With Santa: at Woofy’s Pet Food.

12-4pm. Locations: Nov 30-Willowpoint. Dec 1-Cliffe Ave. Dec 7-Ryan Road, Dec 8-Comox woofys.ca Watershed Mapping and Guided Walking Tour of Roy Morrison Park: Find your place among Comox Valley water systems through a community mapping project, followed by a tour of Roy Morrison Park! 1pm. Lake Trail

Community Middle School, 805 Willemar Av. 334 3168 ext 223 Woven Air Planters: Amy Dugas teaches traditional wicker basket weaving techniques to make contemporary air planters. 1:30pm. Lupine Art Studio, A - 442 Duncan Ave. 778-225-0152 A Choral Advent: See Nov 29 Just in Time Choirs Fall 2019 Concert: “Roadtrip”: Get your motors running and join them at the Comox Pentecostal Church, 2pm and 7pm. Comox Pentecostal Church, 1919 Guthrie Road.

5th Annual Holiday Resort Walk: See Nov 29 Sharing the Christmas Spirit Hamper Fundraiser Dance: 7pm. Conference Hall, Florence Filberg Centre, 411 Anderton Ave. 338-1000 Glacier Kings v Cougars: 7pm. Comox Valley Sports Centre, 3001 Vanier Drive. 337-5487 Canucks v Oilers: Catch it at the Canoe! 7pm.

Flying Canoe West Coast Pub, 1590 Cliffe Av.331-4006 God Is A Scottish Drag Queen: A Christmas Special. 7:30pm. Sid Williams Theatre, 442 Cliffe Av. 338-2430 Movie Night with Darren Berrecloth: See www.waverleyhotel.ca FMI. Call to confirm time. 8pm. Waverley Hotel, 2692 Dunsmuir Ave. Blackwood Kings: A unique band popping up from the Victoria scene, this band favours the reverb-laden upstrokes of ska and dub. 9pm.

Cumberland Hotel, 2714 Dunsmuir Ave. 336-8844

Every Week Every Day

Wine Tasting at 40 Knots Winery, Tue-Sun 11am5pm. 2400 Anderton Rd, 941-8810.

Monday

Strathcona Symphony Orchestra Rehearsal: 6:30pm. Vanier High School Music Room, 4830 Headquarters Rd Poker Night & Pool Tourny, Griffin Pub, 1185 Kilmorely 7pm, 339-4466 Open Stage at Cornerstone Taphouse, 7:30pm, 871-8988 Karaoke Night, Avalanche Bar, 9pm, 265-8th Street. 331-0334 Letz Sing: 7pm. Native Son’s Hall, 360 Cliffe Ave. 338-1000. letzsingtina@gmail.com TEN (Teen Entrepreneur Club): Youth aged 13-18 who are interested in building skills of entrepreneurship. 6pm.TEN Club, 243 4th St. 7543215

Tuesday

Taco Tuesday: Highwayman Saloon, 11am-close, 5467 Island Hwy S. 335-0256 Games & Ground Tuesday Events; 12pm gamesandgrounds.com 331-4th St. 871-1171 Euchre, Courtenay Legion, 1:30pm, 334-4322, 367 Cliffe Av Pasta Tuesday at Toscanos, 4:30pm, 890-7575, 140 Port Augusta St. Board Game Night, Bring your own, or use what’s there. Griffin Pub, 5pm, 339-4466 1185 Kilmorely A Good Yarn: Knitting & Crochet Circle: 6:30pm, Comox Library, 339-2971, 1720 Beaufort Av Mixed Darts, Griffin Pub, 7pm, 339-4466, 1185 Kilmorely League Darts Mixed & Canasta: 7pm, Courtenay Legion, 334-4911. 367 Cliffe Av Letz Sing: Led by Tina Filippino. 10am. Comox Lions Den, 1729 Comox Ave. letzsingtina@gmail. com

Wednesday

Taoist Tai Chi Beginner Class: 240-3387 9am, Little Red Church, 2182 Comox Av. Storytime, Comox Library: 10:30am. 339-2971.

Wing Wednesday: Highwayman Saloon, 11amclose, 5467 Island Hwy S. 335-0256 Games & Ground Wednesday Events; 12pm gamesandgrounds.com 331-4th St. 871-1171 Drop-in Darts, Courtenay Legion, 1pm, 3344322, 367 Cliffe Av Wacky Wednesday, Griffin Pub, 3pm, 339-4466 185 Kilmorely Wine Wednesday, Toscano’s, 4:30pm, 890-7575 toscano.ca 150 Port Augusta St.

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Badminton: 05:30pm, Lake Trail School, 805 Willemar Ave. 650-6959 Pool League, Avalanche Bar, 6pm, 331-0334, 2758th St Line Dancing: 6:30pm, Courtenay Legion, courtenaylegion.ca. 871-6129, 367 Cliffe Av Letz Sing - Black Creek: 7:30pm at Halbe Hall, 8369 N. Island Hwy. letzsingtina@gmail.com Guess That Groove, Flying Canoe Pub, 8pm. 3314006, 1590 Cliffe Av Loonie Tunes Karakoe, Mex Pub, 9pm. 703-9573 1001 Ryan Rd Living Cloud Weekly Wellness Workshops: 1:30pm. Cloud 9 Health & Wellness, 319b 4th St,.

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Storytime, Courtenay Library, 10:30am, 3343369, 300-6th St Games & Ground Thursday Events; 12pm gamesandgrounds.com, 331-4th St. 871-1171 Beginner Basics Belly Dance: 5:45pm, fitness excellence, 2637 Moray Pl. 650-3778 Poker, Griffin Pub, 7pm, 339-4466 1185 Kilmorely Men’s League Darts: 7pm, Courtenay Legion, 3344911, 367 Cliffe Av Jazz Night: A different performer each week. 7pm, Avalanche Bar, 275-8th St 331-0334 Open Jam, Mex Pub, 8:30pm, 703.9573, 1001 Ryan Rd Karaoke 8:30pm, Cornerstone Café, 208 5th St. 8718988 Open Mic with Ryder Bachman. Flying Canoe Pub, 9pm, 331-4006 1590 Cliffe Av Public Speaking Skills at 60 Minutes Toastmasters. Very supportive and encouraging.

11:45am at Salvation Army Family Services, 468 29th St. Your Yoga: A safe space for those who want to explore yoga on their own terms. 7:45pm. The House of Now, 536A Fifth Street.

Friday

Storytime, Cumberland Library, 10am, 336-8121 2746 Dunsmuir Av Games & Ground Friday Events; 12pm gamesandgrounds.com, 331-4th St. 871-1171 Blind Yoga: 1:30pm, Berwick Comox Valley, 3384074, 1700 Comox Av Boxing for Parkinsons: CV Boxing Club, 2:30pm, 898-7444. 129-5th St Charity Meat Draw, Courtenay Legion, 5pm. 3344322 Drop-In Lego Club, Comox Library, 3pm, 339-2971 Prime Rib Fridays, After 4:20. Highwayman Saloon, 335-0256

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Trivia Answers

1. Fozzie 2. Metro Goldwyn Mayer 3. True 4. John Cleese 5. Norway

TEN (Teen Entrepreneur Club): Youth aged 13-18 who are interested in building skills of entrepreneurship. 6pm.TEN Club, 243 4th St. 754-3215

Saturday

CV Farmers Market, 9am-1pm at The Native Son’s Hall, cvfm.ca Play Day, Courtenay Library, 10am-12pm, 334-3369 Games & Ground Saturday Events; 12pm gamesandgrounds.com, 331-4th St. 871-1171 Street Smart Kidz Meat Draw: Whistle Stop Pub, 2-5pm. 2355 Mansfield Dr, Courtenay. 334.4500.

Live Music & Meat Draw: Courtenay Legion, 2-5pm, 367 Cliffe Av, 334.4911 Meat Draw: Cumberland Legion, 3pm 2770 Dunsmuir Ave. 336-2361 Charity Meat Draw: 3-5pm, Highwayman Saloon, Union Bay. (Just 10mins from Walmart) Saturday Social $6.95 Menu: Flying Canoe Pub, 1590 Cliffe.

5:40 Express & Potluck Cafe, St. Peter’s Anglican Church, 339-2925, 218 Church St Name that Tune, Griffin Pub, 9pm, 339-4466, 1185 Kilmorely DJ & Dancing, Avalanche Bar, 9:30pm, 331-0334, 275-8th St

Sunday

Ryder Bachman & Special Guest: Brunch w/ a Special Guest each week. 10:30am, Waverley Hotel, 2692 Dunsmuir Av. Free Pool, Avalanche Bar, all day, 331-0334, 275-8th St Open Mic: Hosted by Chad Pad. 12:30pm, Mudsharks Coffee Bar, 244 4th St Meat Draw Bingo: Cumberland Hotel, 1-3pm. 2714 Dunsmuir Ave. 336.8844 Free Pool, Griffin Pub, starts at 1pm, 339-4466 1185 Kilmorely Sunday Afternoon Dance, featuring the Amigos, Mex Pub, 2pm, 703.9573, 1001 Ryan Rd Non-Denominational Christian Worship Service: Berwick Retirement Community, 3pm.

1700 Comox Av 890.2346.

Celtic Open Mic Jam: 3pm, Griffin Pub, 339-4466, 185 Kilmorely Open Jam with Ryder Bachman & Friends & Lions Club Meat Draw: Fanny Bay Inn, 5-8pm.

335.2323 Sunday Fun Open League: New league for beginners, families...all ages, skill levels, & genders welcome! 5:30pm, CV Curling Club, 334-4172 SalsaSundays, 5:45pm Elks Hall, 338-8079.

231-6th St Blue Grass Sit-In, 6pm til? Cumberland Hotel, 2714 Dunsmuir Ave. 336.8844 Open Mic with Rob Petrie, Griffin Pub, 7pm 339-4466, 1185 Kilmorely Karaoke with Milo, Flying Canoe Pub, 9pm, 331-4006, 1590 Cliffe Av

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Moms & Tots: Thu 10am Join other Mom’s with tots for a chance to connect over a coffee while the little ones play in a safe environment. 10am at Northgate Foursquare Church, 1640 Burgess.

Call to confirm 334-2727

Lego Club: Fri, 3 pm Anyone old enough to not eat the LEGO is Story Time: Strengthen early welcome. Comox Library, 1720 literacy with songs, rhymes, & Beaufort Av 339-2971 stories! For ages 0-5. virl.bc.ca Play Day: Sat, 10am, Courtenay Wed-Comox Library: 10:30am. Library, Soft toys, large puzzles, 339-2971. drawing materials, KEVA blocks, Thu-Courtenay Library: 10:30am. and more. virl.bc.ca. 334-3369.

300-6th St. 334-3369.

Every Day & Week~

Fri-Cumberland Library: 10am. Family Night: Friday night family friendly mayhem!

Inflatable 336-8121.

Patty Cakes Babytime: Learn obstacle course or go sports crazy. rhymes, tickles, songs & lap 6:30pm at Comox Recreation bounces.

Encourage brain Centre, 1855 Noel Av.339-2255 Patty Cakes Babytime: Babies Tues- Courtenay Library 10:30am start learning from birth! Learn rhymes, tickles, songs & lap 334-3369 bounces.

Encourage brain Fri- Cumberland Library 11:00am development & meet new people!

336-8121 Tues at 11am, Cumberland Library, Badminton: Wed 5:30pm Lake Trail 2746 Dunsmuir Av 336-8121 School, 805 Willemar Av 650-6959 development & meet new people!

Braidwood Dental Centre We are pleased to welcome Dr Michael Frew to the practice

We bring smiles to life!

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Teen Entrepreneur Club Meeting: For youth aged 13-18 who are interested in building skills of entrepreneurship. Monday and Fridays. 6pm. TEN Club, 243 4th St. 754-3215

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Wanted Turn passions into profits Understand the business world Meet other motivated youth LAST YEAR THE TEN CLUB GAVE AWAY $13,000 IN PRIZES TO HELP YOUTH IN OUR COMMUNITY TAKE THEIR NEW OR EXISTING BUSINESS IDEAS TO THE NEXT LEVEL Martketing Packages • Websites • Mentorship Computers and Cash

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THE TEEN ENTREPRENEUR NETWORK CLUB MEETS TWICE A WEEK TO LEARN ABOUT BUSINESS AND MARKETING (TRICKS LIKE THIS ONE.. TRICKY, HUH?)

Drop in Monday and Friday 6:00pm-8:00pm 243-4th Street, Courtenay tenclub@bgccvi.com AND YES, THERE IS FREE PIZZA, COME ON OUT! Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Vancouver Island

The Teen Entrepreneur Network Club (TEN Club) is free for 13-19 year olds with a $24 membership to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Vancouver Island thanks to Coast Capital Savings. To Join or get more information, contact us at tenclub@bgccvi.com

Special Events Nov 1 Cumberland Museum Tour: Cumberland Museum Tour with Meagan Cursons. 7pm. Cumberland Museum & Archives, 2680 Dunsmuir Av. 336-2445

Nov 3 2019 CVCDA Children’s Telethon: Be part of the wonderful fundraising spirit here in the Comox Valley. 12pm. Sid Williams Theatre, 442 Cliffe Av. 338-2430

Nov 6 Dad’s Night Out: Little Chefs November: Join the Lush Valley team and Chef Alberto Pozzolo as they share recipes, cooking tips, and safe food handling practices.

5:30pm. Lake Trail Middle School, 805 Willemar Av.

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we can help ourselves and our and Dr. Seuss- grab your teacups! families with energy and overall 7:30pm at Sid Williams Theatre, 442 well-being! 6:30pm. Lake Trail Cliffe Av. 338-2430 Community Middle School, 805 Willemar Av. 334 3168 ext 223 Patrick’s Pickles with J. P. Bailey: Join local children’s author J. P. Bailey for a reading of her book. 6:30pm.

Courtenay Library, 300 6th Street.

334-3369

Nov 15

Nov 29

5th Annual Holiday Resort Walk: Check out their beautiful holiday displays! 5pm at Crown Isle Resort, 399 Clubhouse Dr. Taylor Swift Themed Pool Party: 6pm. CVRD Aquatic Centre, 377 Lerwick Rd.

Extreme Rec Night: Visit three recreation facilities! Activities include archery tag, rock climbing, skatepark, swimming, pizza, snacks & more! 3:30pm. LINC Youth Centre, 300 Old Island Hwy.

Nov 16 Elasmosaur’s Birthday Party: The Elasmosaur is celebrating its 80,000,031st birthday with a party at the museum. 11am. Courtenay Museum, 207 4th Street. 334-0686 Welcome to the GOO ZONE: 2pm.

CVRD Aquatic Centre, 377 Lerwick Rd.

Your Neighborhood Cafe with a Side of Fun!

All kinds of gaming happens here, come check us out!

Computer/Console Gaming: $3/hour Stay and Play tabletop games: $2/person before 3pm, $4/person after 3pm RPG’s, TCG’s & Supplies

We have moved and are now open at our new location: #103 - 576 England Avenue Courtenay

Nov 22 Moonlight + Magic: Don’t miss your chance to get some great deals and have some great fun. 5pm Courtenay.

Nov 27 O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy: Fans of Monty Python, Mr. Bean,

Have any questions?

Call us at 250-871-1171 Hours

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Nov 3

Ralph Barrat & The Sharp 7: Come dance to the songs of the Sinatra era and beyond; fundraiser for the Evergreen Club. 2pm.

Florence Filberg Centre. Rotary Hall, 411 Anderton Ave. 338-1000

Nov 8

Christmas Traditions Market: Two levels of fabulous fun shopping. 10am. Florence Filberg Centre, 411 Anderton Ave. 3381000

Nov 13

Hearing Health Checks Pharmasave Comox: 10:30am at Pharmasave Comox, 7 - 2225 Guthrie Road. 339-4563

Nov 16

Fiesta Christmas Bazaar: Both floors of the Filberg Center will be transformed into a Global Craft Bazaar. 10am. 411 Anderton Ave. 338-1000

Christmas Craft Fair: Lunch available.

10am. Union Bay Community Hall, 5401 Island Hwy S.

Nov 27

Evergreen Club Christmas Bazaar: Free admission. Enjoy browsing the wide variety of vendors. You’ll find something for everyone on your list! 10am. Florence Filberg Centre, 411 Anderton Ave. 3381000

Nov 30

Just in Time Choirs Fall 2019 Concert: “Roadtrip”: Get your motors running and join them at the Comox Pentecostal Church, 2pm and 7pm. Comox Pentecostal Church, 1919 Guthrie Road.

Filberg Christmas at the Lodge & Holiday Market: 10am. 61 Filberg Road.

339-2715 Black Creek Winter Market: Entry by donation with all proceeds supporting the Black Creek Community Association 10am.

Black Creek Community Centre, 2001 Black Creek Road.

Stay Engaged and Active Come and see our beautifully designed amenity spaces where you will have daily opportunities to meet up with neighbours and friends. Our flexible and varied social and wellness programs are created to provide you with opportunities to connect and socialize with new friends and neighbours.

Find out more about The Berwick Way™ – Ask one of our Senior Living Experts Today!

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1700 Comox Avenue, Comox, B.C. 250-339-1690

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d’Esterre House, 1801 Beaufort Ave., Comox, BC (250) 339-5133 Office hours: 10am-1pm Mon-Fri

T’ai Chi Gong: Mon. 9:30 AM Weights: Mon. 11:00 AM & Wed. 9 AM Chair Exercise: Tues. & Thurs. 11:15 AM Every Day~

Coffee Club: Join d’Esterre Seniors’ “Coffee Club” @ 7:30 am for coffee, muffins and stimulating conversation! Call to confirm 339-5133 7:30am at d’Esterre House, 1801 Beaufort Av..

Each Tuesday~

Euchre: Tuesday Euchre at Courtenay Legion, Meet new people playing Euchre! 01pm at Courtenay Legion, 367 Cliffe Av 334-4911

A Good Yarn: Knitting & Crochet Circle: Bring

your own project to work on, or borrow some needles & yarn & learn some basic stitches.

Having difficulty? We can help. 6:30pm at Comox Library, 1720 Beaufort Av 339-2971

Each Wednesday~

Drop-in Darts: Have fun & meet new people playing darts! 1pm at Courtenay Legion, 367 Cliffe Av 334-4911

comoxseniors.ca Yoga: several classes throughout the week. Please check for details.

Fitness I: Tues & Thurs. 9:00 AM Fitness II: Tues & Thurs. 10:00 AM

Each Friday~

Soup & Sandwich: 11am at Royal Canadian Legion Br 28 Cumberland, 336-2361

Blind Yoga: 1:30pm, Berwick Comox Valley,

You will need to be a member of BC Blind Sports. Membership is $15 per year. Contact Jenny at 338-4074. bcblindsports.bc.ca. 1700 Comox Av

Evergreen Club Friday Night Dances:

Nov 1: Dan Hughes Band, Nov 22: The Amigos.

7:30-10:30. Tix at the Door. Florence Filberg Ctr, 411 Anderton Av, 338-1000 evergreenclub. ca

Each Sunday~

Worship at Berwick: 3pm, You are cordially

invited to join us for a non-denominational Christian worship service.

All welcome.

Refreshments compliments of Berwick following the service. Berwick Retirement Community, 1700 Comox Av., Comox. 890-2346, berwickretirement.com

Discover Your Path Friday Night Dances Nov 1: Dan Hughes Band Nov 22: The Amigos 7:30 - 10:30 pm Tickets available at the door Members: $8, Non-members: $10

Ralph Barrat & The Sharp 7

Christmas Bazaar

Wednesday Nov 27, 10 am - 2 pm Enjoy browsing a wide variety of vendors. You’ll find something for everyone on your list! Free admission.

Luncheon: $10, 12 noon - 1:30 pm

Tradition - CV Concert Band

Sunday Dec 1, 2 pm Sunday, Nov 3, 2 pm Enjoy familiar melodies as we stir Songs of the Sinatra era and beyond. traditional memories.

Tickets: $12.50 in advance or at door Tickets: $8 in advance or at door

All events at the Florence Filberg Centre, 411 Anderton Avenue in Courtenay. Pick up our newsletter. 250-338-1000 • evergreenclub.ca