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Whats On Digest Calendar Events More events online at ComoxValley.WhatsOnDigest.com Ongoing Events~ Super Saver Spring Break Swim: $2.25. Mon-Thurs all spring break.

3pm. CVRD Aquatic Ctr, 377 Lerwick Rd. Spring Break Smash Up (Mar 23rd-27th): Enjoy an action packed week! Each day the LINC will load the bus for a different adventure.

See www.courtenay.ca for details. 9am. LINC Youth Ctr, 300 Old Island Hwy. Junior Lifeguard Course (Mar 23rd -27th)Ages 8-12. March 2327. $140. FMI call 334-6000. 10am. CV Aquatic Ctr, 377 Lerwick Road.

Red Cross Swim Camp (Mar 16th-20th and Mar 23rd-27th): Call 334-6000 FMI. 10am. CV Aquatic Ctr, 377 Lerwick Rd. Babysitter Superstar Course (March 16th-20th): Ages 11 and up. $140. FMI call 334-6000. 10am. CV Aquatic Ctr, 377 Lerwick Rd. Saratoga Speedway Go-Karts and Monster Truck Rides: Saratoga Speedway will be opening up for Spring Break March 16th-30th.

12pm. 2380 Macaulay Rd. 250-337-5024 Women’s Week (March 2nd-6th): Women’s Programs are available for all ability levels. Day care services are available at the discounted staff rate. 9am. Mt. Washington Alpine Resort, Strathcona Parkway.

250-338-1386 Wildlife Rescue Visitor Ctr: Learn about their wildlife patients and meet their ambassador birds Check website for operating hours: marswildliferescue.com. 1331 Williams Beach Rd. 337-2021 Apres Ski Party: Daily. 4pm-6pm. at New Traditions Brewing Company, 215 Port Augusta St Unit 11. (236) 362-2022 CCCTS Road Cycling Weekly Rides: FMI go to cccts.org . 9:30am at Florence Filberg Ctr. 411 Anderton Av. 338-1000

Wine Tasting~ 40 Knots Vineyard & Estate Winery: Stroll through the vineyard & learn about their terroir & varieties. 11am-5pm, Tue-Sun. 40knotswinery.com. 2400 Anderton.

Games & Grounds events: Tue-Sat. Full calendar on facebook.com/ GamesandGrounds. Games & Grounds Coffee House, 576 England Ave #103 871-1171

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 .3344911. 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~

Mar 1 Acryllic Painting Intensive with Rick Cepella: Bring some reference images, examples of your work as well as that of painters you admire.

10am. Lupine Art Studio, A - 442 Duncan Ave. (778) 225-0152 Masterclass 2020: Audiences will get the chance to watch dances, see them be adjudicated, and then watch dancers try to incorporate adjudication. 10am. Sid Williams Theatre, 442 Cliffe Ave. 250-3382430 Lent Book Study: Explore this book discussion and get inspired to let go of what’s not important in your life and focus on what is. 3pm.

Weird Church, 2722 Penrith Ave. 250-218-7641 Your Studio: If you need a hand with your project, there’s always an instructor in the studio to give you some gentle guidance. 6pm.

Lupine Art Studio, A - 442 Duncan Ave. (778) 225-0152

Mar 2 Women’s Week: Women’s Programs are available for all ability levels.

Day care services are available at the discounted staff rate. 9am. Mt. Washington Alpine Resort, Strathcona Parkway. 250-338-1386 Continued on page 7

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Carlos del Junco and The Blues Mongrels Tickets available at sidwilliamstheatre.com or by calling 250.338.2430 Eight time Maple Blues winner, BIG REED RECORDS recording artist Carlos del Junco and his Blues Mongrels return to the Sid Williams Theatre to feature songs from his latest CD release Hang On. As one magazine reviewer said: “… if you think what he can do in the studio is jaw dropping, you have to see him live to get the gist of his uncanny ability.” (Jeffrey Morgan, Creem Magazine). A case in point, he opened for Ray Charles in 2003 at the Sony Centre and sold out of his 150 CDs in the 20 minute break before Ray came on!

Carlos del Junco has toured many parts of the globe and is considered one the world’s greatest living harmonica players. He’s released 7 solo (band) CDs and 3 duo collaborative CDs. A dynamic live performer, he’s played virtually every major blues, folk and jazz festival in Canada. In addition to two Juno nominations, del Junco won two gold medals for both blues and jazz categories at the Hohner World Harmonica Championships in 1993 in Germany.

Get ready to trash all you thought about the harmonica, Carlos del Junco and The Blues Mongrels deliver a no holds barred display of melodic fun and virtuosity.

"A model of focus and urgency...a true virtuoso" - The Globe and Mail "One listen to the man who bent his first notes on a harmonica at the age of 14 and it’s obvious he’s in a class with such greats as Toots Theilemans, Paul Butterfield and Howard Levy of Bela Fleck’s Flecktones.” - Edmonton Journal

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CARLOS DEL JUNCO AND THE BLUES MONGRELS

Carlos del Junco has toured many parts of the globe and is considered one the world’s greatest living harmonica players.

He’s released 7 solo (band) CDs and 3 duo collaborative CDs. A dynamic live performer, he’s played virtually every major blues, folk and jazz festival in Canada. In addition to two Juno nominations, del Junco won two gold medals for both blues and jazz categories at the Hohner World Harmonica Championships in 1993 in Germany. Get ready to trash all you thought about the harmonica, Carlos del Junco and The Blues Mongrels deliver a no holds barred display of melodic fun and virtuosity.

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Set on a colorful Greek island, the plot serves as a background for a wealth of ABBA songs. A young woman about to be married finds in her mother’s diary that strangers Sam Carmichael, Harry Bright or Bill Austin might be her father. Sophie dreams of having her father walk her down the aisle on her wedding day and she invites the three men to her wedding believing she will immediately recognize her father. She doesn’t, and that’s where the fun, stress and music begins!

MARCH 28 CHRIS FUNK-THE WONDERIST Chris Funk’s REDEFINING WONDER is an engaging and visceral multimedia experience that has audiences talking and scratching their heads for years to come. Finally, a magic show with live music! Presenting a violin concerto and a guitar loop recorded live on stage has put this show into a league of its own.

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7 Masterclass 2020: Audiences will get the chance to watch dances, see them be adjudicated, and then watch dancers try to incorporate adjudication. 9am. Sid Williams Theatre, 442 Cliffe Ave. 250-338-2430

Mar 3 Morning Shimmy Shake Up: Mixed level class, drop-ins welcome and beginners encouraged to join! 10am. The Abbey Studio, 2689 Penrith Ave. White Cane Club: Learn about new technologies and services to assist you with limited vision. 1pm. Berwick Comox Valley, 1700 Comox Ave. (250) 339-1690 Teens Cook After School: Set your teen(s) up for cooking success with this four-week class. 3:30pm. Cumberland Recreation Ctr, 2665 Dunsmuir Ave. 336-2231 Bready or Not, Here I Crumb! Intro to Baking Bread: Back by popular demand! The first in a series of two workshops. 5:30pm. Lake Trail Community Middle School, 805 Willemar Ave. 250-334-3168 ext 223 Clay 2 Soft Slab Vessels: Mugs, cups and more! 6:30pm. Lupine Art Studio, A - 442 Duncan Ave. (778) 225-0152 Colin James Blues Trio: For more info please visit colinjames.com.

7:30pm. Sid Williams Theatre, 442 Cliffe Ave. 250-338-2430 First Tuesday Fundraiser: Hosted by Scott Lyle & Friends w/ special guest Chad Pabianek. Cover by donation. 7:30pm. The Mex Pub, 1001 Ryan Road. (250)703-9573

Mar 4 Clay 2 Soft-Slab Vessels: Mugs, cups, and more! 10am. Lupine Art Studio, A - 442 Duncan Ave. (778) 225-0152 Craft + Draft: Bring your knitting needles, crochet hooks, or whatever your little heart desires and make stuff... possibly some new friends! 1pm. Cornerstone Cafe & Taphouse, 208 5th Street. (250) 871-8988 Come Play With Us: Meet other families of young children (age 2-4) and District staff as you engage in songs, stories and activities.

3:30pm. Comox Valley Schools, 607 Cumberland Rd. (250) 334-5500 Dad’s Night Out: Little Chefs: Dads, grandfathers, and male caregivers are invited to join the LUSH Valley team for a night of cooking with the kids! 5:30pm. Lake Trail Community Middle School, 805 Willemar Ave. (250) 334-3168 ext 223 Alpha Video Series: Includes supper. 6pm. Comox Community Baptist Church, 1250 Anderton Rd. 250-339-0224 Acrylic Painting 2: Wear clothes that can withstand the elements (glue, paint, etc.) of a fun, creative art studio. 6pm. Lupine Art Studio, A - 442 Duncan Ave. (778) 225-0152 Line Dancing: Learn and have fun at the same time, plus meet new people! FMI, contact Joan 871-6129. 6:30pm. Courtenay Legion (Branch #17), 367 Cliffe Ave. (250) 334-4911

Mar 5 Acrylic Painting 2: Wear clothes that can withstand the elements (glue, paint, etc.) of a fun, creative art studio. 10am. Lupine Art Studio, A - 442 Duncan Ave. (778) 225-0152 Teens Cook at Lake Trail School: Thursdays Mar 5-26. Youth aged 13-17 will learn to cook meals for themselves and their families. 4pm.

Lake Trail Community Middle School, 805 Willemar Ave. (250) 3343168 ext 223 Sashiko Art Night Drop-In: Learn this Japanese stitching for renewing and embellishing old clothing or other items while connecting with others in the community. 6pm. Lake Trail Community Middle School, 805 Willemar Ave. (250) 334 3168 ext 223 Evening Shimmy Shake Down: Mixed level class, drop-ins welcome and beginners encouraged to join! 6pm. Abbey Studio, 2689 Penrith Ave. 9th Annual Campagnolo Lecture: Implementing the 94 Calls to Action: A Progress Report. With guest speaker The Honourable Senator Murray Sinclair. 7:30pm. Sid Williams Theatre, 442 Cliffe Ave. 338-2430

Mar 6 New Movie Releases: Emma, Greed, Lie Exposed, Onward, Run This Town, Sorry We Missed You, The Way Back, Wendy NIC Welcomes Author Ann Walsh: Ann will read from one of her novels, discuss her writing process and more. 12:30pm. Tyee Hall, Room 113. North Island College Comox Valley, 2300 Ryan Road.

A Reading by Author Brian Harvey: Governor General Award nominated local author Brian Harvey the library! 2pm. 300 6th Street.

(250) 334-3369 Beach Party: 3pm. CVRD Sports Ctr, 3001 Vanier Dr. (250) 334-9622 Friday Night Rail Jam: 4pm. Mt. Washington Alpine Resort, Strathcona Parkway. 250-338-1386 Sip Around 2020: Bring $20 for food, charcuterie boards are available for purchase. 5pm. 40 Knots Winery, 2400 Anderton Road. 1 855-941-8810 Dave and Charlotte Harvey “Ten Years After”: An evening of music with special guests! 7pm. Roy’s Towne Pub, 4000 Island Highway.

Winter Spirits Craft Cocktail Event: Tix include hors d’ouervres featuring a fresh oyster bar, eight cocktail tickets, and stellar tunes.

7pm. Mt Washington Alpine Resort, Strathcona Parkway. 250-338-1386 Open Roller Skate: Fun for all at drop-in roller skating session. 7pm.

Cumberland Recreation Ctr, 2665 Dunsmuir Ave. 336-2231 «Sons of Guns»: Live music and dancing at the Griffin. 8:30pm. 1185 Kilmorely Road. (250) 339-4466

Mar 7 Mt. Washington Open Slopestyle: Skiers and snowboarders of all ages are invited to put their best to the test on Mt. Washington’s custom-built Slopestyle. FMI call 250-338-1386 New Movie Releases: The Metropolitan Opera: Wozzeck Encore Spin-a-thon: Crank up the fun while fundraising! 6am. Comox Recreation Ctr, 1855 Noel Ave. 339-2255 CVRR 5K Running Clinic: 8:30am. Native Sons Hall, 360 Cliffe Ave. Never Ever Days: The ultimate beginners’ package for anyone who’s ever considered skiing or snowboarding! $25 (+tax) for everything you need! 9am. Mount Washington Alpine Resort, Strathcona Parkway. 250-338-1386 International Women’s Day: Join 40 Knots Winery in support of International Women’s Day for an exciting panel event focusing on Embracing Your Power. 9am. 2400 Anderton Road. 1 855-941-8810 Clay Lupine Pups: Wear clothes that can withstand the elements (glue, paint, etc.) of a fun, creative art studio. 9:30am. Lupine Art Studio, A - 442 Duncan Ave. (778) 225-0152 Painting Ships Point Sunrise: Some acrylic painting experience needed. Supply list will be sent to registrants closer to date. 10am.

Salish Building in Lewis Park, 489 Old Island Hwy. Drumming and Singing Workshop with Jordan Hanson: 1.5 hour workshop that culminates with an informal concert for parents & community members. Ages 7-17. 2pm. Comox Valley Presbyterian Church, 725 Aspen Rd. (250) 339-2882 Sip Around 2020: Bring $20 for food, charcuterie boards are available for purchase. 5pm. 40 Knots Winery, 2400 Anderton Road. 1 855-941-8810 UFC Adesanya vs Romero: UFC 248 - Live on PPV. 6pm. Avalanche Bar & Grill, 275 8th Street. (250) 331-0334 Line Dance with the Linemen: Take a lesson and dance right away!

7pm. Courtenay Legion, Cliffe Ave. Beethoven’s 250th: Celebrate Beethoven’s 250th birthday with this special concert featuring some of Beethoven’s most iconic works.

7pm. Native Son’s hall, 360 Cliffe Ave. (250) 338-1000 White Whale Stand Up: Turnkey Comedy and The White Whale Restaurant are bringing stand-up to Courtenay! 7:30pm The White Whale Restaurant, 975 Comox Road.

Transition Society Fundraiser Comedy Show: $20. 8pm.

Cumberland Hotel, 2714 Dunsmuir Ave. (250) 336-8844 «Boondock»: Live Country w/ Amanda & friends. 9pm. The Mex Pub, 1001 Ryan Road. (250) 703-9573 Continued on page 9

9 Mar 8 Daylight Saving Time Begins 2am Mt. Washington Open Slopestyle: Skiers and snowboarders of all ages are invited to put their best to the test on Mt. Washington’s custom-built Slopestyle. FMI call 250-338-1386 Coastal Forests in Watercolour: With Nicole Warington. 9am.

Lupine Art Studio, A - 442 Duncan Ave. (778) 225-0152 VISAS Awareness Day: Event will showcase Adaptive students and instructors while educating spectators about this non-profit Society.

9am. Mount Washington Alpine Resort, Strathcona Parkway. 250338-1386 Art Resin- The Collage Edition: Start this project by creating your own collage materials using watercolour paints and then tear them up! 1pm. Lupine Art Studio, A - 442 Duncan Ave. (778) 225-0152 Build, Bail & Hope to Float: 2pm. CVRD Aquatic Ctr, 377 Lerwick Rd. Beethoven’s 250th: Celebrate Beethoven’s birthday with this special concert featuring some of Beethoven’s most iconic works.

2pm. Native Son’s hall, 360 Cliffe Ave. (250) 338-1000

Mar 9 Can I Ferment This? Sauerkraut & Veggies: Learn to add more natural probiotics and feed your gut good bacteria through raw fermented foods. 5:30pm at Eureka Support Society, 280 4th Street.

(250) 334-4035 Wisdom of the Cosmic Garden- An Introduction: Grow your garden wisdom with biodynamic techniques and holistic resource management garden success. 6:30pm. Lake Trail Community Middle School, 805 Willemar Ave. (250) 334-3168 ext 223

Mar 10 Morning Shimmy Shake Up: Mixed level class, drop-ins welcome and beginners encouraged to join! 10am. The Abbey Studio, 2689 Penrith Ave. NFB Film Series “What Walaa Wants”: Raised in a West Bank refugee camp, Walaa is determined to become a policewoman in the Palestinian Security Forces. 2:30pm. Comox Library, 1720 Beaufort Ave. (250) 339-2971

Mar 11 Craft + Draft: Bring your knitting needles, crochet hooks, or whatever your little heart desires and make stuff... possibly some new friends! 1pm. Cornerstone Cafe & Taphouse, 208 5th Street. (250) 871-8988 Alpha Video Series: Includes supper. 6pm. Comox Community Baptist Church, 1250 Anderton Rd. (250) 339-0224 SWI Annual General Meeting & Presentation: Talk on BC’s first Provincial Park will highlight issues that have threatened the preservation of Strathcona’s wilderness. 7pm. Cumberland Masonic Hall, 2687 Dunsmuir Ave.

Mar 12 Art, like Wine, Improves with Age: Free Artist Talk. Artist & graphic designer, Marci Katz, shares insights and stories from her life long creative career. 1pm. Comox Valley Art Gallery, 580 Duncan Ave.

Evening Shimmy Shake Down: Mixed level class, drop-ins welcome and beginners encouraged to join! 6pm. Abbey Studio, 2689 Penrith Ave. NIC Artist Talk Series: Artist France Trepanier. 6:30pm. North Island College Comox Valley, 2300 Ryan Road.

Carlos del Junco and The Blues Mongrels: Award winning upbeat and eclectic virtuosic blues/roots/jazz trio featuring guitar, bass, vocals and harmonica. 7:30pm. Sid Williams Theatre, 442 Cliffe Ave. 250-338-2430

Mar 13 New Movie Releases: Bloodshot, Burden, My Spy, Never Rarely Sometimes Always, The Hunt, The Whistlers Sip Around 2020: Bring $20 for food, charcuterie boards are available for purchase. 5pm. 40 Knots Winery, 2400 Anderton Road.

1 855-941-8810 Global Fusion Culinary Event: NIC tourism and hospitality and culinary students are teaming up with acclaimed Chef Xavier Bauby for a unique culinary event. 5:30pm. 40 Knots Winery, 2400 Anderton Road. 1 855-941-8810 Viva Mexico Dinner with Guest Chef Josue Castillo: Celebrate the vibrant flavours of Mexico in the spectacular setting of Raven Lodge at Mt Washington. 6pm. 250-338-1386 Spring 2020 Trivia: Fun evening at Trivia Night; help Perseverance Cumberland. FMI and tix email info@cumberlandforest.com. Prizes, bar and canteen. 7pm. Cumberland Recreation Ctr, 2665 Dunsmuir Ave. 336-2231 Shine presented by Pantuso Dance: Fifth annual production of Shine. 7:30pm. Sid Williams Theatre, 442 Cliffe Ave. 250-338-2430 «Double Play»: Live music and dancing at the Griffin. 8:30pm. Griffin Pub, 1185 Kilmorely Road. (250) 339-4466 «KC and the Moonshine Band»: A Night Of Country w/ KC & friends.

9:30pm. The Mex Pub, 1001 Ryan Road. (250) 703-9573

Mar 14 CVRR 5K Running Clinic: 8:30am. Native Sons Hall, 360 Cliffe Ave. March Flea Market: Join Union Bay Community Club for a Flea Market and refreshments in March. 9am. 5401 Island Hwy S. Clay Lupine Pups: Wear clothes that can withstand the elements (glue, paint, etc.) of a fun, creative art studio. 9:30am. Lupine Art Studio, A - 442 Duncan Ave. (778) 225-0152 Clay Sculpting with a Live Model: 1 Day Workshop with Joel A. Prevost. 9:30am at Tsolum Building in Lewis Park. (250) 338-5371 Kids’ Slopestyle Event: Sign up day-of at 10-11am beside the outdoor ticket kiosk. Mt Washington Alpine Resort, Strathcona Parkway. 250-338-1386 Fruit Tree Pruning 101: An introduction to fruit tree pruning with in-class and hands-on field work. 10am. Florence Filberg Ctr, 411 Anderton Ave. 250-338-1000 Go-Karts and Monster Truck Rides: 12pm. Saratoga Speedway, 2380 Macaulay Rd. 250-337-5024

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11 Community Pie Baking Workshop: Happy Pi Day! In 3 hours and 14 minutes you will take home a delicious treat. 12:30pm. Lake Trail Community Middle School, 805 Willemar Ave. (250) 334-3168 ext 223 d’Esterre St. Patrick’s Day Dinner: Featuring the music of Ian McGlyn. Tix on sale at the d’Esterre Seniors office. Members $15 Guests $18. 4:30pm. d’Esterre House, 1801 Beaufort Ave. (250) 339-5133 Dine Around the 40 Knots Cellar: 5pm. 2400 Anderton Road. 1 855941-8810 Sip Around 2020: Bring $20 for food, charcuterie boards are available for purchase. 5pm. 40 Knots Winery, 2400 Anderton Road.

1 855-941-8810 St Patrick’s at the Legion: Have some Irish Fun at Courtenay Legion!

6:30pm. Courtenay Legion, Cliffe Ave. St. Patrick’s Contra Dance: Merville Hall Contra Dance! 7pm. 1245 Fenwick Road. 250-339-4249 The Arrogant Worms: Nearly a quarter-century after they began, The Arrogant Worms continue to provide tuneful, silly escapism to everyone who needs it. 7:30pm. Sid Williams Theatre, 442 Cliffe Ave. 250-338-2430 BEETHOVEN 250!: Tix available at Laughing Oyster Books, Blue Heron Books, cymc.ca and door. 7:30pm. St. John the Divine Anglican Church, 579 Fifth Street.

Saturday Live Music Series: Andrea Postal and Jesse Hampton are playing The White Whale for the first time ever! 8pm. The White Whale Restaurant, 975 Comox Road.

Shirley Gnome Comedy: Woodstove Festival Fundraiser. $15. 8pm.

Cumberland Hotel, 2714 Dunsmuir Ave. (250) 336-8844 «The Elderberries» feat. Dan Hawes and Friends: 9pm. The Mex Pub, 1001 Ryan Road. (250) 703-9573

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Mar 15 Go-Karts and Monster Truck Rides: The Saratoga Speedway Gokarts and Monster Truck Rides will be opening up for Spring Break.

12pm. Saratoga Speedway, 2380 Macaulay Rd. 250-337-5024 Small Bird Afternoon: Your chance to create an adorable small bird sculpture. Supplies included, beginners welcome. 12pm. Empurpled Wares, 3763 Ibbotson Rd. (250) 218-6000 “Murphy’s Wake”: The Second Stage Players are at it again, bringing you fun and laughter. 1:30pm. Conference Hall, Florence Filberg Ctr, 411 Anderton Ave. 250-338-1000 Morrison Creek Guided Walking Tours: An interpretive walk along Morrison Creek near Lake Trail Community Middle School.

2pm. Lake Trail Community Middle School, 805 Willemar Ave. (250) 334 3168 ext 223

Mar 16 Spring Break Day Camp: Do it all during these lively days of the Spring Break Day Camp! 9am. Lewis Ctr, 489 Old Island Highway.

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1pm. Cornerstone Cafe & Taphouse, 208 5th Street. (250) 871-8988 Super Saver Spring Break Swim: 3pm. CVRD Aquatic Ctr, 377 Lerwick Rd. Alpha Video Series: Includes supper. 6pm. Comox Community Baptist Church, 1250 Anderton Rd. (250) 339-0224 Montreal Guitar Trio: This group wowed us with the their talent and stage presence when they were last here in 2016. A show not to be missed! 7pm. Fanny Bay Hall, 7793 Island Hwy. 335-2832

Super Saver Spring Break Swim: 3pm. CVRD Aquatic Ctr, 377 Lerwick Rd. Evening Shimmy Shake Down 2020: Mixed level class, drop-ins welcome and beginners encouraged to join! 6pm. Abbey Studio, 2689 Penrith Ave. NIC Artist Talk Series: Artist Jeremy Borsos. 6:30pm. NIC Comox Valley, 2300 Ryan Road.

Mamma Mia!: Set on a colorful Greek island, this plot serves as a background for a wealth of ABBA songs. 7:30pm. Sid Williams Theatre, 442 Cliffe Ave. 250-338-2430 Nighttime Beach Tour and Seine: 8 years+. 7:30pm. Deep Bay Marine Field Station, 370 Crome Point Rd.

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Junior Firefighter Day Camp: $10 per person. Grades 6-12. 9am.

Oyster River Fire Department, 2241 Catherwood Road. 250-337-8121 ÂŤChoppedÂť at the LINC: See Mar 17 The Healing Power of Art: Join Bev on a wander through her journey, and perhaps you’ll discover similarities or have an “aha!â€? moment of your own. 1pm. Vancouver Isl. Visitor Ctr, 3607 Small Rd #101.

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14 Super Saver Spring Break Swim: 3pm. CVRD Aquatic Ctr, 377 Lerwick Rd. Mamma Mia!: Set on a colorful Greek island, the plot of Mamma Mia! serves as a background for a wealth of ABBA songs. 7:30pm. Sid Williams Theatre, 442 Cliffe Ave. 250-338-2430 Nighttime Beach Tour and Seine: 8 years+. 7:30pm. Deep Bay Marine Field Station, 370 Crome Point Rd. «Big Daddy»: Live music and dancing. 8:30pm. Griffin Pub, 1185 Kilmorely Road. (250) 339-4466

Mar 21 Monster Energy Boarderstyle: Back again for 2020! Mt Washington Alpine Resort, Strathcona Parkway. 250-338-1386 CVRR 5K Running Clinic: 8:30am. Native Sons Hall, 360 Cliffe Ave. St. Paddy Day Special Goo Zone: 2pm. CVRD Aquatic Ctr, 377 Lerwick Rd. Mamma Mia!: 2pm matinee and 7:30pm shows. See Mar 20 Outdoor Meditation: Using More Than Our Eyes to See: Come explore the forest...and your inner self. Weird Church welcomes all to this outdoor meditation. 3pm. Coal Creek (Jumbo’s Cabin), 1905-2051 Comox Lake Rd. (250) 218-7641 Comedy Night: Laughter starts at 8pm. Avalanche Bar & Grill, 275 8th Street. (250) 331-0334 Joss and the Alternates: Live Rock w/ Joss & Friends. 9pm. The Mex Pub, 1001 Ryan Road. (250) 703-9573

Pairing Perfectly Class: Join 40 Knots in the Stall Speed Lounge for an evening of Wine & Food Pairing education. Sip, taste, learn. 2400 Anderton Road. 1 855-941-8810 Monthly BBQ Steak Dinner: 5pm. Courtenay Legion, Cliffe Ave. Epic Beach Party Night: 6pm. CVRD Aquatic Ctr, 377 Lerwick Rd. ImageFest 2020- Celebrating 10 Years: ImageFest 2020 is a multimedia extravaganza of images and video clips set to music.

7pm. Sid Williams Theatre, 442 Cliffe Ave. 250-338-2430 «Tailgate»: Live music and dancing. 8:30pm. Griffin Pub, 1185 Kilmorely Road. (250) 339-4466 «Live Voltage» AC/DC Cover Band: AC/DC Tribute Band. 9pm. The Mex Pub, 1001 Ryan Road. (250) 703-9573

Mar 28

Parent and Tot Pool Party: 10:30am. CVRD Aquatic Ctr, 377 Lerwick Rd. Mamma Mia!: 2pm matinee and 7:30pm shows. See Mar 20

Tall 3-4 Foot Lady: Create a large garden sculpture. Previous Paverpol Experience would be helpful. $190. All supplies included.

10am. Empurpled Wares, 3763 Ibbotson Rd. (250) 218-6000 Clay Lupine Pups: Wear clothes that can withstand the elements (glue, paint, etc.) of a fun, creative art studio. 11am. Lupine Art Studio, A - 442 Duncan Ave. (778) 225-0152 Dinner and Ceilidh: Tix $40 each. Event 19+. 6pm. Fanny Bay Hall, 7793 Island Hwy. 335-2832 Mark Crissinger Solo: Mark performs original blues & roots music that reveals his singer-songwriter soul and the blues in his heart. 8pm.

The White Whale Restaurant, 975 Comox Road.

«Rangers»: Live Rock Tribute Band. 9pm. No Cover. The Mex Pub, 1001 Ryan Road. (250) 703-9573 «TailGate»: Live country/rock. No cover. 9pm. Cumberland Hotel, 2714 Dunsmuir Ave. (250) 336-8844

Mar 23

Mar 29

Super Saver Spring Break Swim: 3pm. CVRD Aquatic Ctr, 377 Lerwick Rd.

Watercolour and Ink Workshop: With Barbara Callow. Wear clothes that can withstand the elements (glue, paint, etc.) of a fun, creative art studio. 10am. Lupine Art Studio, A - 442 Duncan Ave. (778) 225-0152 Home-based Business Market: A monthly event showcasing entrepreneurs, businesses, and crafters; connect with local homebased businesses. Gift basket. draw. 10am. Little Red Church, 2182 Comox Ave. Nordic Passholder BBQ: 11am. Mt. Washington Alpine Resort, Strathcona Parkway. 250-338-1386 Fantastic Mr. Fox: Wes Anderson’s film adaptation of Roald Dahl’s classic children’s novel is a meticulous work of stop-motion animation. 2pm. Sid Williams Theatre, 442 Cliffe Ave. 250-338-2430 Guided Walking Tours: An interpretive walk along Morrison Creek near Lake Trail Community Middle School. 2pm. 805 Willemar Ave. (250) 334 3168 ext 223

Mar 22

Mar 24 Morning Shimmy Shake Up: Mixed level class, drop ins welcome and beginners encouraged to join! 10am. The Abbey Studio, 2689 Penrith Ave. Super Saver Spring Break Swim: 3pm. CVRD Aquatic Ctr, 377 Lerwick Rd. iLumiDance: Constant visual surprises and athletic virtuosic dancing delight audiences young and adult alike! 7:30pm. Sid Williams Theatre, 442 Cliffe Ave. 250-338-2430

Mar 25 Craft + Draft: Bring your knitting needles, crochet hooks, or whatever your little heart desires and make stuff... possibly some new friends!

1pm. Cornerstone Cafe & Taphouse, 208 5th Street. (250) 871-8988 Acrylic Painting: Shape, balance, and Etal Adnan. Wear clothes that can withstand the elements (glue, paint, etc.) of a fun, creative art studio. 6pm. Lupine Art Studio, A - 442 Duncan Ave. (778) 225-0152

Mar 26 Acrylic Painting: Shape, balance, and Etal Adnan. Wear clothes that can withstand the elements (glue, paint, etc.) of a fun, creative art studio. 10am. Lupine Art Studio, A - 442 Duncan Ave. (778) 225-0152 Super Saver Spring Break Swim: 3pm. CVRD Aquatic Ctr, 377 Lerwick Rd. Evening Shimmy Shake Down: Mixed level class, drop-ins welcome and beginners encouraged to join! 6pm. Abbey Studio, 2689 Penrith Ave. A Night of Bowie: A Night of Bowie promises to be an exciting event!

7:30pm. Sid Williams Theatre, 442 Cliffe Ave. 250-338-2430 Chris Funk, The Wonderist: Redefining Wonder is an engaging and visceral multimedia experience that has audiences talking and scratching their heads. 7:30pm. Sid Williams Theatre, 442 Cliffe Ave. 250-338-2430

Mar 27 New Movie Releases: Blood Quantum, Mulan, Vivarium

Mar 30 Drawing 2- Still Life: Wear clothes that can withstand the elements (glue, paint, etc.) of a fun, creative art studio. 6pm. Lupine Art Studio, A - 442 Duncan Ave. (778) 225-0152 Edible Landscaping and Ornamental Kitchen Gardens: Perennial beds and companion planting are the themes for this session.

6:30pm. Lake Trail Community Middle School, 805 Willemar Ave. (250) 334 3168 ext 223 Poet’s Pub Night: Join Comox Valley Poet Laureate, Lawrence J. W. Cooper on the last Monday of the month to meet, mingle, write and read. 7pm. Cornerstone Cafe & Taphouse, 208 5th Street. (250) 871-8988

Mar 31 Drawing 2- Still Life: Wear clothes that can withstand the elements (glue, paint, etc.) of a fun, creative art studio. 10am. Lupine Art Studio, A - 442 Duncan Ave. (778) 225-0152 Morning Shimmy Shake Up: Mixed level class, drop ins welcome and beginners encouraged to join! 10am. The Abbey Studio, 2689 Penrith Ave. Evening Expo: A fun atmosphere with vendor tables, a speaker’s panel focusing on sustainability, a benefit cash bar, and good food.

19+ event. 5pm. Florence Filberg Ctr, 411 Anderton Ave. 250-338-1000

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Shuttle Service TO AND FROM YOUR HOME · 250.339.4466

MONDAYS

Poker Night · Pool Tournament Everyone welcome!

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

WINGO WEDNESDAY Play bingo for chicken wings 6 pm with Gladstone Brewery

THURSDAYS Poker Night · Everyone welcome!

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

March 6 March 13 March 17 March 20 March 27

Sons of Guns Double Play Celtic Thyme ST PADDY’S DAY Big Daddy Tailgate

SATURDAYS Name That Tune @9:00 SUNDAYS

Celtic Open Mic Jam, 3-6pm Open Mic Jam 7 to 10pm Free pool all day! · Everyone Welcome!

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Line Dancing Wednesday, 6:30-8pm Courtenay Upper Legion Hall 367 Cliffe ave, Courtenay $10, All welcome

FMI Joan 250-871-6129

Seeing a homeless guy begging on the street, a woman took pity on him and gave him a handful of change.

“Thank you,” said the homeless man.

“Your generosity is much appreciated. You know my life used to be great, but just look at the state of me now.”

“How do you mean?” asked the woman.

“Well,” he explained. “I was a multimillionaire. I had bank accounts all over the world with hundreds of thousands of dollars deposited in each.”

“So where did it all go wrong?” she asked.

The homeless man sighed, “I forgot my m ot h er’s maiden name.”

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Tailgate Tailgate is a new band in the Comox Valley. They perform Country Rock and Classic Rock. Tailgate has accumulated a great lineup of experienced musicians who seek out to perform great music.

Audiences are astounded by the great selection of tunes. In addition, the band has written songs as well.The band senses the audience with great perception and adapts to the crowd. They have had great success and are asked again and again to come back.

They perform regularly at the Mex and at the Match Casinos in the Comox Valley. They have played at numerous festivals on the island including, FILOMI Days, Nautical Days,

CVEX and Ribfest.

CVEX, Ribfest They Th promise i to kkeep you on the dance floor all night!

You can see Tailgate perform at the Griffin on Friday March 27 and the Cumberland Pub on Saturday March 28th.

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MARCH 13

MARCH 21

"FIRST TUESDAY FUNDRAISER" hosted by Scott Lyle & Friends w/special guests Cover by donation 7:30pm

"KC & THE MOONSHINE BAND" A Night Of Country w/ KC & friends 9:30pm No Cover

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

MARCH 6

MARCH 14

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

"THE ELDERBERRIES" featuring Dan Hawes & friends 9pm No Cover

"LIVE VOLTAGE" AC/DC Tribute Band 9pm $20. / cover

MARCH 7

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

"BOONDOCK" Live Country w/ Amanda & friends 9pm No Cover

MARCH 27

MARCH 28

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"RANGERS" Live Rock Tribute Band 9pm No Cover

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eltic Thyme is a local music trio of Billy Mac(Pherson) Perry Johnson and Heather Sprout.

They play good ol’ east coast, foot stomping Celtic music and can often be seen at Red’s Place (Comox Golf Course) or the Griffin where they lead a Celtic open mic on Sundays from 3 to 6. In March, they play at three Special events. On March 20 & 28 they host “Welcome To Spring” socials at Red’s Place from 4-7pm. They will be playing at the St Paddy’s Day Celebrations at the Griffin Pub on March 17.

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Trivia Night – Starts @ 8

MARCH 14

Saturday Afternoon Jam Starts @ 3

MARCH 21

Comedy Night Laughter @ 8 – $10 Cover

MARCH 28

Saturday Afternoon Jam Starts @ 3

WEEKLY EVENTS

Jazz Night on Thursdays Mon-Karaoke Sat-Live Music/DJ Wed-Pool & Poker Sun-Free Pool Thurs-Jazz Night Fri-John Mundy & the Mulligans

www.avalanchebar.ca 275 – 8th St. Courtenay 250–331–0334

Largest RUM selection on the Island and Best place in the Valley for STEAK

Thu March 12, 8pm Comedy night featuring Dylan Rhymer "Politically charged, brutally honest...changing the face of comedy"-the Georgia Straight (Canada) "Who knew Canadians could be so funny?"-The Guardian

$20, tickets at the bar.

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Every Week Every Day Wine Tasting at 40 Knots Winery, Tue-Sun 11am-5pm. 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, 2658th 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. 754-3215

Tuesday Games & Ground Tuesday Events: 12pm. facebook.com/gamesandgrounds. 576 England Ave #103. (250) 871-1171 Euchre, Courtenay Legion, 1:30pm, 3344322, 367 Cliffe Av Pasta Tuesday at Toscanos, 4:30pm, 8907575, 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 Qummunity Connections LGBTQ2S+ Youth Group: Engaging and educational activities for ages 15-30 yrs. 6pm. Wachiay Friendship Centre, 1625 Mcphee.

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, 11am-close, 5467 Island Hwy S. 335-0256 Games & Ground Wednesday Events: 12pm. facebook.com/gamesandgrounds. 576 England Ave #103. (250) 871-1171 Drop-in Darts, Courtenay Legion, 1pm, 334-4322, 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. Badminton: 05:30pm, Lake Trail School, 805 Willemar Ave. 650-6959 Pool League, Avalanche Bar, 6pm, 331-0334, 275-8th 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. 331-4006, 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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Thursday Storytime, Courtenay Library, 10:30am, 334-3369, 300-6th St Games & Ground Thursday Events: 12pm. facebook.com/gamesandgrounds 576 England Ave #103. (250) 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, 334-4911, 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. 871-8988

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Introducing Love and Mercy Love and Mercy was born over a bale of hay.

One day in February, Hilford saw Larry’s ad on craigslist and headed over to buy some hay for his chicken coop. On meeting Larry, he asked if he was busy and Larry said, «It’s all right, I’m just writing a sermon».

«Are you a pastor?»

«Nope»

lifestyle. It’s the love we show that brings people to Christ, and it’s the love we show that keeps them coming back. Conversely, we all know what the opposite of love and mercy brings.

Several more have joined the group. Helen on ukulele, Randy on banjo, Victor on drums, Andrea on piano and Peter and Suzanne on backing vocals.

And so began an hour long conversation began to open. Hilford was friends with Peter Neudorf down the road, who was temporary pastor at Bay Community Church in Comox, and they were short on musicians. Four of us, Larry and Karen, Hilford, and Cheryl Hill agreed to dress alike in «Johnny Cash Black» and sang there on Feb 10th. spring we kept practising with our signature look: basic black, white ties on the men and pearls on the ladies. Since then we have received matching blue shirts for a casual summer look. It almost felt that dressing alike helped us blend our voices together as one also. many had already been taken. On April 21st the group sang at the Smooth Angel Café (held at the Campbell River Seventh Day Adventist Church) and on the way home Cheryl came up with the name Love and Mercy. core values as a group. Christ did not come to condemn the world but to redeem it. We allow the words of the songs to minister to people’s

Although we are based in the Comox Valley/ Campbell River area, our dream is to take our music to other communities, especially small outlying areas. If a community would like us to pay a visit to their town, all we need is help with the travel expenses and a place to stay.»

In March, Love & Mercy plays on Sunday March 15 at Living Waters Fellowship, 2222Regent, in Black Creek. The show features Love And Mercy (Sister Act Three) and a lot more. It's 50's and 60's All are welcome. 7-9pm.

Everything is by donation.

Contact Info: Larry and Karen Baillie (h) 250-337-8900 (c) 250-703-3420, larrybaillie@hotmail.com or Hilford and Ruth Burton 250-923-0281, hilford@telus.net

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. facebook.com/gamesandgrounds 576 England Ave #103. 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. 334-4322 Drop-In Lego Club, Comox Library, 3pm, 339-2971 Prime Rib Fridays, After 4:20. Highwayman Saloon, 335-0256 Phillips Tap Takeover: 6 Phillips Beers on Tap! 5:30pm, Flying Canoe Pub, 331-4006 Drop in Darts: 7pm at Royal Canadian Legion Br 28 Cumberland, 336-2361 John Mundy & The Mulligans, Avalanche Bar, 7pm, 331-0334 Megastar Live Karaoke: 8:30pm Mt Washington 338-1386 Karaoke with Kim, Cumberland Hotel, 9pm, 2714 Dunsmuir Ave. 336.8844 DJ and Dancing, after John Mundy, Avalanche Bar, 275-8th St 331-0334. avalanchebar.ca TEN (Teen Entrepreneur Club): Youth aged 13-18 who are interested in building skills of entrepreneurship. 6pm.TEN Club, 243 4th St. 754-3215 Friday Night Rail Jam: Every Friday night to end of Mar. 4pm. Mount Washington Alpine Resort, Strathcona Parkway. 250-338-1386 Open Roller Skate: Drop-in roller skating sessions. 7-8:45pm. Cumberland Recreation Centre, 2665 Dunsmuir Ave. 336-2231

Saturday CV Farmers Market, 9am-1pm at The Native Son’s Hall, cvfm.ca Play Day, Courtenay Library, 10am-12pm, 334-3369

23 Games & Ground Saturday Events: 12pm. facebook.com/gamesandgrounds 576 England Ave #103. (250) 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, 3394466, 1185 Kilmorely DJ & Dancing, Avalanche Bar, 9:30pm, 3310334, 275-8th St

Sunday 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, 3394466 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, 3394466, 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-10pm 339-4466, 1185 Kilmorely Karaoke with Milo, Flying Canoe Pub, 9pm, 331-4006, 1590 Cliffe Av Unitarian Fellowship Sunday Worship: 4pm. Comox Valley Unitarian Fellowship, 250 Beach Dr. 890 9262

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Winter

Adventures 2 hours Things To Do In

Art Studios & Galleries There are several art galleries locally: Brian Scott Fine Art Studio & Gallery: Open 11am3pm daily. 8269 Island Highway, Black Creek (across from Black Creek Diner). Call (250)3371941. Drawing & Painting Classes Every Day 1-3PM Ballroom Dancing Tuesdays, 7-9PM Spirits of the West Coast Native Art Gallery: 250-338-2120 2926 Back Rd. Courtenay. spiritsofthewestcoast.com.

Comox Valley Regional Art Gallery 580 Duncan Av. 338-6211 comoxvalleyartgallery.com

Hornby Island Art Studio: There are 8 Art studios on Hornby Island, do a day trip and see them all.

I-Hos Gallery: 3310 Comox Rd. 339-7702 ihosgallery.com Local Art at the Comox Airport: View local artworks all themed around Living in Northern Vancouver Island. 334.2983.

Recreation Bowling: Experience a new side of an old sport by trying Cosmic Bowling at Codes Country Lanes. They have regular bowling too! codescountrylanes.com. 250-334-4045

Potter’s Place Gallery: 180B 5th Street, Courtenay 2-334-4613

Swimming: Comox Valley Aquatic Centre 25mtr lap pool, Whirlpool, Wave pool. Steam Room and Sauna. (250) 334-2527 600 377 Lewrick go to www. comoxvalleyrd.ca/rec to check program times.

Pearl Ellis Gallery: 1729 Comox Ave. 339-2822 www.pearlellisgallery.com

Skateboarding: Free @ Courtenay/ Comox Skatepark 1551 Lerwick Road

"House Portraits" Drawing & Painting Classes Every Day 1-3PM Call (250)337-1941 for more info 8269 Island Highway, Black Creek (across from Black Creek Diner)

Courtenay Lewis Recreational Ctr: All racquet Sports. Organised Youth Programs, and Weight Room - 489 Old Island Hwy www.courtenay. ca/recreation/lewis-centre 250 338-5371 Comox Recreation Centre: 1809 Noel Ave, Comox, 250-339-2255 (250) 336-2231 indoor and outdoor recreation activities, racket games, volley ball, and fitness facility.

Cumberland Recreation Centre: 2665 Dunsmuir Ave, Cumberland. (250) 336-2231 Mon-Fri 7am-9am. Weekends from 9am.

25 to go for a hike or bike ride. Enter the Forest at the corner of Sutton Rd and Comox Lake Road in Cumberland. Don’t have a bike? Rent one at Dodge City Cycles on Dunsmuir Ave in Cumberland.

Find out more about how the community is working to protect this beautiful forested area at www.cumberlandforest.com Garden Tour: Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens -from 11am to dusk 6183 Whittaker Road woodlandgardens.ca 250 338-6901.

Climbing the Wall: at Cumberland Recreation Centre. 2665 Dunsmuir Ave, Cumberland.

Mon-Fri 7am-9am. Weekends from 9am.

Bird & Wildlife Watching.

There are many places to watch birds and see wildlife, depending on the season. The Rotary Dyke Road Park (2500 Comox Road) has a bird watching platform with a good view of the Courtenay River Estuary and the many birds there. Point Holmes and Goose Spit are also local favourites. Take a trip down to the Comox Marina, walk the Harbour Authority docks on the SE side of the road and see the many seals basking in the sun.

If you walk out to the end of the boardwalk on the breakwater, there are great views of the harbour, the mountains and the glacier and – if you are lucky – you may see the seals hunting and eating along the edge of the breakwater. For a special tret, during much of the year, you can drive down to the Fanny Bay docks and watch the sea lions lounging on the floats off the end of the dock.

Historic Parks Filberg Park Visit the 1930s heritage home of pioneers Robert and Florence Filberg, and stroll their nine acres of lovingly landscaped gardens and heritage buildings. Take in the concert series in the garden, the Filberg Festival, or an art show. For the lover of all things vintage, browse the gift shop for vintage linens, silver tea sets, tea cups, etc.

Coal Creek Historic Park Completed in 2014, this 40-hectare park encompasses Cumberland’s historic Chinatown and No. 1 Mine Japanese Town sites which were established in the late 1800s. Do a walking tour of what is left of the old Chinatown, visit the Chinese and Japanese cemeteries, and see portions of the historic Wellington Colliery Railway trail. The No. 1 Mine site is also located within the park. On Comox Lake Rd, Cumberland.

Cumberland Community Forest With many trails, Cumberland Community Forest is a great place

You Should Be Singing!

Every Voice Welcome!

Courtenay Sings Mondays 7-830pm Lower Native Sons Hall

Comox Sings Tuesdays 10-1130am Comox Lions Den, 1729 Comox Ave. (behind the art gallery)

Black Creek Sings Wednesdays 730-9pm Halbe Hall

Fees Pro-Rated to Your Start Date www.letzsing.com

Spring Registration Starts March 2!

Fitness and more at the Comox Community Centre.

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Museums Comox Airforce Museum: 250-339-8162, See the history of the Snowbirds and other Canadian Aircraft 19 Wing Comox, end of Ryan Rd, Comox HMCS Alberni Museum: 625 Cliffe Ave in Courtenay, this is a privately run Canadian militarymaritime museum. Admission is by donation

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Courtenay Museum Tour: Tours - Courtenay and District Museum and Paleontology Centre Tours -7 Fourth St. courtenaymuseum.ca Cumberland Museum and Archives 336-2445, Dunsmuir Av. cumberlandmuseum.ca Comox Archives & Museum 339-2885, 1729 Comox Ave. comoxmuseum.ca Where History Lives.

Fam il y Fu n Every Day & Week~ W Story Time: Strengthen early literacy with songs, rhymes, & stories! For ages 0-5. virl.bc.ca Wed-Comox Library: 10:30am. 339-2971.

Thu-Courtenay Library: 10:30am. 334-3369.

Fri-Cumberland Library: 10am. 336-8121.

Patty Cakes Babytime:, Learn rhymes, tickles, songs & lap bounces. Encourage brain development & meet new people!

Tues- Courtenay Library 10:30am 334-3369 Fri- Cumberland Library 11:00am 336-8121 Badminton: Wed 5:30pm Lake Trail School, 805 Willemar Av 650-6959 Moms & Tots: Thu 10am Join other Moms 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 welcome. Comox Library, 1720 Beaufort Av 339-2971 Play Day: Sat, 10am, Courtenay Library, Soft toys, large puzzles, drawing materials, KEVA blocks, and more. virl. bc.ca. 334-3369. 300-6th St. Family Night: Friday night family friendly mayhem!

Inflatable obstacle course or go sports crazy. 6:30pm at Comox Recreation Centre, 1855 Noel Av. 339-2255 Patty Cakes Babytime: Babies start learning from birth!

Learn rhymes, tickles, songs & lap bounces. Encourage brain development & meet new people! Tues at 11am, Cumberland Library, 2746 Dunsmuir Av 336-8121 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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Special Events~ Spring Break Events (Mar 16-27) Spring Break Smash Up (Mar 23-27): Enjoy an action packed week! Each day the LINC will load the bus for a different adventure. See www.courtenay.ca for details.

9am. LINC Youth Ctr, 300 Old Island Hwy. Junior Lifeguard Course (Mar 23-27)Ages 8-12.

March 23-27. $140. FMI call 334-6000. 10am. CV Aquatic Ctr, 377 Lerwick Road.

Red Cross Swim Camp (Mar 16-20 and Mar 23-27): Call 334-6000 FMI. 10am. CV Aquatic Ctr, 377 Lerwick Rd. Babysitter Superstar Course (March 16-20): Ages 11 and up. $140. 10am. FMI call 334-6000. CV Aquatic Ctr, 377 Lerwick Rd. Saratoga Speedway Go-Karts and Monster Truck Rides: Saratoga Speedway will be opening up for Spring Break. 12pm. 2380 Macaulay Rd. 250-337-5024 Super Saver Spring Break Swim: $2.25. Mon-Thurs all spring break. 3pm. CVRD Aquatic Ctr, 377 Lerwick Rd.

Mar 3 Teens Cook After School: Set your teen(s) up for cooking success with this four-week class. 3:30pm. Cumberland Recreation Ctr, 2665 Dunsmuir Ave. 336-2231

Mar 4 Come Play With Us: Meet other families of young children (age 2-4) and District staff as you engage in songs, stories and activities. 3:30pm. Comox Valley Schools, 607 Cumberland Rd. (250) 334-5500 Dad’s Night Out: Little Chefs: Dads, grandfathers, and male caregivers are invited to join the LUSH Valley team for a night of cooking with the kids! 5:30pm. Lake Trail Community Middle School, 805 Willemar Ave. (250) 334-3168 ext 223

Mar 5 Teens Cook at Lake Trail School: Thursdays Mar 5-26.

Youth aged 13-17 will learn to cook meals for themselves and their families. 4pm. Lake Trail Community Middle School, 805 Willemar Ave. (250) 334-3168 ext 223 Sashiko Art Night Drop-In: Learn this Japanese stitching for renewing and embellishing old clothing or other items while connecting with others in the community. 6pm. Lake Trail School, 805 Willemar Ave. (250) 334 3168 ext 223

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Mar 6 Beach Party: 3pm. CVRD Sports Ctr, 3001 Vanier Dr. (250) 334-9622 Open Roller Skate: Fun for all at drop-in roller skating session. 7pm. Cumberland Recreation Ctr, 2665 Dunsmuir Ave. 336-2231

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Drumming and Singing Workshop with Jordan Hanson: 1.5 hour workshop that culminates with an informal concert for parents & community members.

Ages 7-17. 2pm. Comox Valley Presbyterian Church, 725 Aspen Rd. (250) 339-2882

Mar 8 Build, Bail & Hope to Float: 2pm. CVRD Aquatic Ctr, 377 Lerwick Rd.

Mar 14 Kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Slopestyle Event: Sign up day-of at 10-11am beside the outdoor ticket kiosk. Mt Washington Alpine Resort, Strathcona Parkway. 250-338-1386 Community Pie Baking Workshop: Happy Pi Day! In 3 hours and 14 minutes you will take home a delicious treat. 12:30pm. Lake Trail Community Middle School, 805 Willemar Ave. (250) 334-3168 ext 223

Mar 15 Morrison Creek Guided Walking Tours: An interpretive walk along Morrison Creek near Lake Trail Community Middle School. 2pm. Lake Trail Community Middle School, 805 Willemar Ave. (250) 334 3168 ext 223

Mar 17 ÂŤChoppedÂť at the LINC: A 3 day event! Test your cooking skills as you invent tasty dishes! Mar 17-19.

11am. LINC Youth Ctr, 300 Old Island Hwy.

Mar 21 St. Paddy Day Special Goo Zone: 2pm. CVRD Aquatic Ctr, 377 Lerwick Rd.

Mar 22 Parent and Tot Pool Party: 10:30am. CVRD Aquatic Ctr, 377 Lerwick Rd.

Mar 27 Epic Beach Party Night: 6pm. CVRD Aquatic Ctr, 377 Lerwick Rd.

Mar 29 Fantastic Mr. Fox: Wes Andersonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s film adaptation of Roald Dahlâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s classic childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s novel is a meticulous work of stop-motion animation. 2pm. Sid Williams Theatre, 442 Cliffe Ave. 250-338-2430 Guided Walking Tours: An interpretive walk along Morrison Creek near Lake Trail Community Middle School. 2pm. 805 Willemar Ave. (250) 334 3168 ext 223

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White Cane Club: Learn about new technologies and services to assist you with limited vision. 1pm. Berwick Comox Valley, 1700 Comox Ave. (250) 339-1690

Mar 14 d’Esterre St. Patrick’s Day Dinner: Featuring the music of Ian McGlyn. Tix on sale at the d’Esterre Seniors office. Members $15 Guests $18. 4:30pm. d’Esterre House, 1801 Beaufort Ave. (250) 339-5133 St Patrick’s at the Legion: Have some

Irish Fun at Courtenay Legion! 6:30pm.

Courtenay Legion, Cliffe Ave. Mar 15 “Murphy’s Wake”: The Second Stage

Players are at it again, bringing you fun and laughter. 1:30pm. Conference Hall, Florence Filberg Ctr, 411 Anderton Ave. 250-338-1000

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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

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At Berwick, we strive to change the perception of retirement living by empowering our residents to live their best life with us. We think of it as inspired retirement living. Join one of our vibrant communities today and enjoy an active and healthy lifestyle with some new friends.

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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

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 Wednesday~

Evergreen Club Friday Night Dances:

Drop-in Darts: Have fun & meet new

people playing darts! 1pm at Courtenay Legion, 367 Cliffe Av 334-4911 Each Friday~

March 6, 13 & 20. Tix at the doormembers: $8, non-members: $10.

7:30pm - 10:30pm. Florence Filberg Ctr, 411 Anderton Ave. Call to confirm 338-1000. evergreenclub.ca.

Each Sunday~

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

Worship at Berwick: 3pm, You are cordially invited to join us for a nondenominational 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 Membership includes over 40 activity clubs, special events and travel opportunities!

Friday Night Dances March 6, 13 & 20 7:30 - 10:30 pm Members: $8, Non-members: $10

Evergreen Second Stage Players present... Murphy’s Wake Sun March 15 & Mon March 16 1:30 pm, Join us for a very funny Irish play that is sure to tickle your funny bone! Tickets: $10 (at the office or door)

Evergreen Food Services Available Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 3:00 pm in the Evergreen Lounge.

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