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DAYS TO REMEMBER

IN MAY SPECIAL ALL MONTH Asian Heritage: Celebrating citizenship and immigration to Canada Car Care Month: Helping Canadian car owners prepare for summer driving.

National Animal Welfare Month Leave A Legacy Month Oral Health Month Speech and Hearing Month Awareness for Speech Language and audiology in Canada

SPECIAL WEEKS May 1st - May 8th BC Drinking Water Week

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May 5th - May 11th Emergency Preparedness Week

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Free Comic Book Day

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International Firefighters Day

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Mental Health Week

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21 World Day for Cultural Diversity

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10 Mother’s Day

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12 National Denim Day 13 RCMP Week

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The Mahalo Veterinary Hospital team is proud to serve the Nanaimo, Vancouver Island area for everything pet related. Our hospital owner, Dr. Myriam El Mouldi – known to everyone as Dr. Myriam – is a licensed, experienced veterinarian who has lived on Vancouver Island and has cared for its pet residents for many years. Mahalo Veterinary Hospital located in upper Longwood Station on the corner of Turner and Uplands. We have a dedicated team of professionals who take the care of your animal family member seriously. We are committed to educating you in how to keep your pets healthy year-round, with good nutrition, habitation, and exercise. Mahalo Veterinary Hospital stays on top of advances in veterinarian technology and above all, remembers that pets, and their families, need to be treated with respect and loving care.

To say the least it would be an understatement to say that we live in challenging and unprecedented times right now, filled with uncertainty, but at the same time, we are filled with optimism when we see how the vast majority of people recognize that we are all in the same boat and work together for the good of all. To all the pet parents we serve, we send out a big “Mahalo” thank you for your support and understanding as we work through the days and weeks ahead. We are committed to you and the ones you love and continue to remain open to serve you.

We have always been open evenings and

MAHALO VETERINARY HOSPITAL

3-5767 Turner Rd. Longwood Station, Nanaimo, BC V9T 6L8 Phone: 250-824-1444 Email: info@mahalovet.com Website: www.mahalovet.com

weekends and to ensure that we can continue to provide services during those times, we are modifying our hours of operation to 1PM-9PM, Wednesday through Sunday. We will be closed on Monday and Tuesday. As always, we will be available on call for our clients outside of normal business hours and you can reach us by calling our main number: 250-824-1444. Watch our Website for further updates that will include new screening procedures and admission protocols.

NEW TEMPORARY HOSPITAL HOURS! We have changed our hours to: Wed - Sun, 1 pm - 9 pm Mon & Tue Closed *As always, on call services available 24/7 by calling our main number" 3-5767 Turner Road Nanaimo, British Columbia V9T 6L8 Upper Longwood Station (250) 824-1444 www.mahalovet.com

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THINGS TO DO

LIVE STREAMING SPECIALS

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Many special concerts created in isolation are prepared spontaneously with only days notice. We at What’s On Digest are working to bring you the tunes by award winning artists as they become available to us.

An Intimate Evening with Musical legend: Jane Siberry. May 1st. 7.30pm - 11pm.

A unique event - Join one of Canada’s most renowned performers and songwriters in a special evening of music and conversation.

Cozy up on your couch, grab a bottle of wine and prepare to bring Jane into your living room. All guests receive a signed photograph and a link to her new music release.

Limited tickets available. eventbrite.ca/e/virtual-concert-an-intimate-evening-with-musical-legend-jane-siberry-tickets-92764578351

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WOODGROVE CENTRE • 250-390-6878 INK REFILLS LASER TONERS ENGRAVING

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Pink Floyd will stream free concerts Every Friday for fans to help get through quarantine. Pink Floy’d 1994 concert film “Pulse” will be the first one to be streamed. facebook. com/watch/?v=360467511560538

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LIVE THEATRE

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Pippin. tubitv.com/movies/517045/ pippin, starring Ben Vereen — Airing now.

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Treasure Island. youtube.com/channel/UCUDq1XzCY0NIOYVJvEMQjqw

lonia, Spain, the Dali Theatre Museum is completely dedicated to the artwork of Salvador Dali. it features many rooms and exhibits surrounding every era of Dali’s life and career. my.matterport.com/show/?m=K5MKrKcfyRW

WORKSHOPS & CLASSES

 Romeo and Juliet. Available April 20

to May 3 2020 youtu.be/eSAlPJ0FG_0

 Sistas The Musical. tubitv.com/mov-

Some workshops require registration prior to the screening, especially where kits and materials need to be obtained.

ies/503507/sistas_the_musical Airing now.

CREATIVE

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 Rustic Sign Night. Live on May

The Show Must Go On. Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Biggest hit musicals online for Free. Phantom of the Opera, youtube.com/theshowsmustgoon

7th at 7pm. Purchase your craft kit and virtual event ticket 5-7 days prior. See link on May 7th below.

INTERACTIVE MUSEUM

 Practice on the Page. Writing work-

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shop, multiple dates available. Find

Hand of the Man Museum. A world of Natural History and Cultural Arts and Conservation. This is an amazing museum that is located in Duncan Vancouver Island. youtu.be/mQuoPB0Zmho

the book your meant to write. Stretch you’re writing muscles, get inspired and let your creative side come out to play.

This all levels workshop offers you a safe space to find your voice and nurture the stories your heart has been waiting to share. Whether you dream of starting a blog, working on your next novel, or just having fun. Bring along a notebook and pen. $35p.p. eventbrite.ca/e/practice-on-the-page-a-writing-workshop-

 The DALI THEATRE Museum. Lo-

cated in the town of Figueres in Cata-

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 Rustic Sign Night. Live on May 7th at 7pm. Purchase your craft kit and virtual event ticket 5-7 days prior. Learn the art of stencilling on a beautiful, planet-friendly reclaimed wood in the

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comfort of your own home. Each kit Virtual Art Exhibit 50 year Cel-

includes. A sign, ladder, blocks or tote

ebration. Exhibit from May 5th to

bag, Stencil of choice, Paints, A print out

22nd. Awards announcement May 5th.

of instructions, invite to the LIVE virtual

Peoples Choice Voting opens May 5th

event and one paint bush. Have on hand,

to May 14th, Peoples Choice announce-

sharp tool, ruler, water and paper towel

ments May 18th. Five decades of island

nearby. $45 for everything. May 7th-

Art! The largest show of its kind for

7PM. Order online - rusticsignnight.ca/

the region welcoming emerging and renowned artists to celebrate the next

product-category/virtual-event-ticket/

50 years. From painting and sculpture,

 Art Workshop. Introduction to co-

to, fibre arts and photography, truly a

loured pencils. Students will be guided

privilege to glimpse at the high-caliber

through the amazing visual art material of

artists who live and thrive in the Co-

colour pencil drawing. Learn about tools,

wichan Valley. Click the link to join the

materials, best papers and all the extras.

show and vote for your favourite piece.

Materials List and visual lesson online. May

cowichanvalleyartscouncil.ca/50th-co-

12th cowichanvalleyartscouncil.ca/jea-

wichan-valley-fine-arts-show-2020

nette-sirois-introduction-to-coloured-pen-

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TouchDesigner for Live Visuals. A beginner workshop on real-time video manipulation for live performance and interactive installations with artist Yasushi. 9 hours over 3 sessions. May 17-24th 1pm-4pm. This online workshop introduces you to live video files to use during exercises. It is recommended that students use a mouse with 3 buttons. Topics include; Video playback, Various inputs and effects, various operators and ouputs, User interface, 3D rendering, Audio visualization, Live effects for vedeo conferencing, streaming from TouchDesigner. Bring your own videos files for maniputlation.

May 17th eventbrite.ca/e/touchdesigner-for-live-visuals-tickets-102293023186

HOME & GARDEN

 Soil health for your Backyard Gardner.

Gardening FREE workshop. 3pm. Learn the complexities of soil that supports nourished plant life. During this workshop we’ll look at the soil ecosystem and the microbiology that helps us grow nutritious food. Build healthy soils, soil amendments, and how to ensure your plants have the ecosystems needed to thrive. Thanks to the city of Victoria. May 13. eventbrite.ca/e/free-workshop-soil-health-forthe-backyard-gardner-tickets-102481864014

 Worm Composting and Bokashi.

3pm-5pm. Want to make a compost but have limited space to do so? This workshop will teach you how to use worms and bokashi fermentation to make compost in small spaces and indoors. Learn how to make effective and efficient use of your food waste and ammend your soils with microbe, nutrient, and humus rich compost. May 28th. eventbrite.ca/e/ free-workshop-worm-compostingCONTINUED ON PAGE 10

Lingerie, Nightwear, Shape wear, Leisure and Cruise wear.

Personalized Bra Fittings of quality lingerie brands.

B2-91 Front Street, Nanaimo (across from the Bastion)

250.753.6336

Pre and Post surgical and Mastectomy bras.

Friendly helpful trained staff.

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HEALTH & MINDFULNESS

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A Mindful Society. Presents “Our Preset Future”. Speaking to the inseparable nature of our present awareness and our global future. Recent events have made this more pressing than ever. Every action counts. Live streaming May 1-4 2020. amindfulsociety.org

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Learn Where You Live. 1pm-2pm each Friday. Educational videos exploring species that can be found on the trail and in your own backyard. 5 minute fun, interactive videos once a week. There will be activities you can follow along with in your backyard during each episode

and take home activities that you can download and explore for all ages; such as printable science experiments. You can share your findings, which will be posted online, your completed activities/ photos; interacting, exploring and providing additional educational materials.

Hosted by Wild Pacific Trail, Ucluelet.

Go to wildpacifictrail.com/walks.

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Rise & Renew - May 3, 9AM. Mini Wellness retreat. 9AM. Get renewed through sweat, self-care, and connection with like-minded women. eventbrite.com/e/ rise-and-renew-online-workout-mini-retreat-monthly-series-tickets-94732949803

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Book Club with Simon Sinek. Start with WHY May 1st to May 8th at 3pm.

Follow Simon Sinek as he breaks down his award winning book “Start with Why”.. Part 5 and 6. simonsinek.com

SELF MASTERY

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Time Management & Productivity.

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Chef Daniel Caron The Modern Café owned and operated by Restauranteurs Daniel Caron and Tammy Deline has been a landmark in the downtown of Nanaimo since 1946. The building itself was built in 1910 and is a part of the City of Nanaimo Heritage Register.

The Modern Cafe neon sign is a focal point of downtown and has been photographed by hundreds of tourists from all over the world.

Located in the beautiful Commercial St corridor “The Modern” (as locals call it) is such a wonderful setting for the chefs & staff to create and be rewarded by the accolades from the customers about food and the service. Daniel and Tammy truly love to serve this community and know you will enjoy the new menu options, the service and the experience all Modern staff strive to create for you when you join us in the dining room or on the patio.

Daniel and Tammy invite you, your family friends and visitors to Nanaimo to breakfast, lunch and dinner & drinks at the Modern Cafe located on Commercial street in the heart of downtown.

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InFrinGinG At AÂ Distance

-Save the next DANCE for us

Image John Tiedemann, News ltd/Newspix

Matt Reznek, Performers: Sarah Garton Stanley, Marcus Youssef

24 years of InFrinGinG Dance Festival 22 as Crimson Coast Dance Society 11 year year with with Corona Corona in in da da house house

The darkest of times brings forth the brightest of hopes.

INFrinGinG / OUTFrinGinG Watch for a line up of interactions and ways and places for you to dance, too.

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Silly Boat Regatta 2020 will be missed History The inaugural Silly Boat Race took place in 1984. Four boats raced and $4,000 was raised. Nanaimo’s now fully established Silly Boat Race was originally conceived by Larry Hume and Darcy Rinald, news directors for CHUB radio.

They created the fundraiser for the Show You Care Society, an organization that was supporting a child from Nanaimo to travel to the US to get a Kidney transplant. Eventually the Show you Care Society was successful in advocating and kidney transplants became available locally. The Society shut down but CHUB Radio decided to continue the event and select a new organization to benefit from the funds raised.

The Silly Boat committee started looking for a local group to be the beneficiary of the race proceeds and the Nanaimo Child Development Centre became the new recipient of the Silly Boat Regatta. In 1998, The Nanaimo Child Development Centre became the sole organizers of the Regatta and with the assistance from its previous organizers, the event has continued to grow and raise much-needed funds for the Centre every year.

The Silly Boat Regatta is recognized as one of Nanaimo’s premier events with nearly 10,000 participants and spectators and over 200 volunteers annually. A major reason for the continued success of Silly Boat Regatta stems from all of the time and energy given by so many volunteers who lay the foundation for such a great community event. Our heartfelt thanks to all our committed volunteers, committee & businesses in our community who all help make this event happen.

You all help in “Opening Doors” to children in our community – We could not do it without you.

How funds are used: Funds raised at the event go directly to programs and equipment that support children and families in our community.

Online donations: Donate directly on our secure server at www.nanaimocdc.com/ Donate Now button.

We will miss the gathering of the community and all the smiles Silly Boat brings, mark your calendars for July 18, 2021 we look forward to a successful event next year and hope to see you all there.

Thank you to our presenting sponsor, Shoreline Orthodontics for your continued support.

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will be like from now, so we can’t rely on digital compatibility so its important to create some tangible history.

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why are some people so much more productive. Man of us have been viewing time-management the wrong way, learn to navigate through self discipline and prioritization. May 6, 8pm eventbrite. com/e/time-management-productivity-webinar-tickets-90760365697

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Project Planning Workshop. Online Lunch & Learn for non-profit organizations.

12pm to 1pm. This FREE online lunch and learn will give local non-profit organizations the tools they need to lead and implement projects of any size along with a deliverable, a simplified project planning tool that will be available after the session. Created by UNBC students. Created to help charitable organizations with project management strategies and learn the skills to help boost their organization. Key Note Speaker, Dr. Dale Christenson, DPM, CMC, PMP. May 22nd eventbrite.ca/e/lunch-and-learn-project-planning-registration-90064303757

THINGS TO DO TO MARK HISTORY Right now we are living a very historical moment. Building a legacy or simple acts of kindness that help people stay connected through these times of separation is one of the things that will be reflected upon in the future.

 MAKE A PHOTO ALBUM. We

don’t know what 20, 50 or 100 years

PHOTOS & VIDEOS. Other interesting photos are the signage telling us how we should live, lets capture some of that.

Take pictures of what children have been doing, like coloured rocks, and chalk art on roads, all the hearts in houses, birthday parades, honouring the front line. Having a 6 ft separation meeting or gathering, what people did for hugs when they couldn’t touch. Create an album, you can even print it and turn it into a hardcover book using some online sources such as www.mixbook.com OR www.artifactuprising.com. www.artifactuprising.com

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KOOL TOYS fOr “KIDS” frOm 1 TO 92 May has arrived amidst all kinds of turmoil in the world. We however shall keep celebrating events in our lives whether it is together or from a safe distance. Mother’s Day is Sunday May 10th and we have a few ideas for you to make it a happy memory! For the special ‘mom’ in your life we have an assortment of beautiful coloring books for her as well as watercolor pencils that you can dip in water and turn into bold ‘painted’ pictures as you color.

We also have assorted puzzles for you to choose from, anywhere from easy handling 275 pieces up to 2000 piece puzzles (when we are able to get more in!) Whether you make a special gift or purchase one that you know she will love, her day will be special because you care!

Having your children at home with you 24/7 might mean you need a break.

With the days getting longer and the weather getting warmer, it’s time to get outside and play! We have all kinds of toys and games to keep your children happy and busy in the days to come. If you venture to the beach or to the backyard sandbox, we can supply you with assorted buckets to make sand castles, big shovels, small shovels, rakes, scoops and even ‘rain scoops’ for water play. We have numerous types of play balls, pump rockets, stomp rockets

and a plethora of kites! Have you seen the 10ft long inflatable balloon we sell? To fill it, you run holding it open at one end and then twist it shut with an elastic. The joy you could have in a big open field! With times like these where we aren’t sure what will happen next, why not have fun?

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TIME CAPSULE. Many families do these when there is a milestone in their life. Create a COVID-19 time capsule that includes a record of time and thoughts during a pandemic.

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COLLECT MEMORANDUMS. Photos, poetry, games you played, a recipe that was popular or new, even some voice recordings. Personal goals, frustrations, fears and reflections. Anything that will tell the story of what way happening.

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MAKE A 2020 CANADIAN FLAG. Create a flag that illustrates your community or your family during this time. Hang it from your house and encourage others to do the same.

RECORD STAGES. Husbands and wives, parents and children or by yourself, let’s face it the first month was like nothing we have experienced before.

There were so many stages of mental breakdowns, drinking, eating, goal setting, dancing, colouring hair, and staying busy to block out some realities. Many lost track of what day it was, and what time of day it was, morning become night, night became day and so on. Record this with photos, videos, blogs, or stories.

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MAKE A LEGACY. Decide on a contribution you want to make to the world or to your community or family. Simple acts of kindness is a good place to start.

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TURN YOURSELF INSIDE OUT. Send a random someone something you have made with your resources together with something that is from your town.

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Welcome To

Cottonwood Golf Course

Cottonwood Golf Course completed construction of its first nine holes in 1995. The second nine holes were opened in 1998 completing the 18-hole course. Cottonwood was built by the Kaese Family in Nanaimo as a family run facility providing golf services, products, golf events, and golfing for families on Vancouver Island.

Cottonwood has built and maintained is excellent reputation on beautiful greens, a well-designed course for golfers at every level, a quality restaurant and event services facility, and affordable golf.

Our fairways are made up of 85% rye, 10% blue, and 5% fescue. Bent grass run at about 10 on the stimpmeter throughout the summer. We offer excellent playing conditions in all seasons and enjoy the benefits of the climate in beautiful Nanaimo B.C. The Golf Shop Compare our prices to other golf shops and you’ll see that Cottonwood offers some the best values available on Vancouver Island.

Titleist, Pinnacle, Foot Joy, Cracked Wheat and Adidas are just some of the brand names available. Need a gift for a family member or friend….or treat yourself… Visit our golf shop today and let our team fit you from head to toe with the latest in style and comfort, at prices we are proud of!

“Cottonwood is great place to stop when traveling the island. Fantastic golf course with beautiful greens – one of the best in Nanaimo. Comfy patio with great food and families are welcome. Super option and ideal setting for private functions and weddings. Will definitely be back for another visit.”

K. Marchant Golf Enthusiast Tee times can be made by phone (250) 245-5157 or online at: www.cottonwoodgolfcourse.com We look forward to seeing you soon!

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Selling at an auction was halted when the auctioneer announced, “Someone in the room has lost his wallet containing $2,000. He is offering a reward of $500.00 for its immediate return.”

REINACT A HISTORICAL PAINTING. Take a famous painting and using things or clothes you have, recreate a famous painting with your family or yourself that will become a Historical image 2020.

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After a moment of silence, there was a call from the back of the room, “$550.00!”

What’s On Trivia

1. Who directed the movie E.T. ?

2. Term ‘Clean & Jerk” from what sport?

3. What note follows ‘mi’ in the scale?

4. Michael Keaton’s real name?

5. Pogonophobia?

Our Children, Our Community.

Become a Foster Parent! for more infomation contact us or visit the caregivers section on our website.

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Canadian author launches an epic troll-hunting adventure series inspired by the Norse Myths, the Icelandic Sagas, and the Canadian Rocky Mountains

Norse mythology which will delight lovers of history as well as longtime fans of fantasy.

One hundred ways there are to kill A troll if you but have the skill And yet a thousand ways to die For those who have a mind to try” -Proverbs of the Greyraven

An unspeakable sacrifice awaits Torin Ten-Trees and his closest companions, Bryn and Grimsa, as they set out to join The Gatewatch and become trollhunters. When a troupe of meddling dwarves throws them off course they are captured by trolls and taken as prisoners to a secret gathering deep underground.

There they learn that an ancient giant has crowned himself king of the trolls and plans to utterly destroy The Gatewatch. Their perilous journey back to the land of sun and stars will stretch their strength to the limit, strain their wits, and demand a terrible sacrifice. But will it be enough to defeat the Troll King?

Author Joshua Gillingham comes crashing into Canadian fiction scene with his debut novel, The Gatewatch. This quick-witted, fast-paced troll hunting saga is full of vexing riddles and packed with references to Viking culture and

“As riddlesome as Tolkien and a rollicking as Howard, The Gatewatch is a timeless tale from the heart of northern myth…

Enchanting and enthralling in equal measure, the pages are infused with both the spirit of the Icelandic sagas and the fairytales of the Grimm’s. Try not to get eaten before sun up.”

- Ian Stuarte Sharpe, Creator of the Vikingverse Books & Comics The Gatewatch is being published by Crowsnest Books in Toronto, Canada. It will be available at your local Chapters/ Indigo, select independent bookstores, and online at amazon.com as of May 17th, 2020. (https://www.crowsnestbooks.com/product/the-gatewatch/) For more information or to request an appearance or interview with Joshua, please contact him via email at josh@ crowsnestbooks.com.

Waterfront Shopping for THE BEST Gifts & Souvenirs

We carrry "Home of the Nanaimo Bar" t-shirts!

OPEN YEAR ROUND 90 Front Street Nanaimo (Near Javawocky)

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through email or social platforms. Make a hard copy book / album or a special decorative piece in your home, makes a discussion point and is easy to add changes and additions to.

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MAKE GREETING CARDS. Funny, touching, lovable, inspirational. Whatever strikes you COVID-19 handmade greeting cards will have special values to many.

 BUILD A FAMILY TREE. This is a

great time to find your family has time and extended family can be reached

BECOME A FUTURE TALKING HEAD. Create a video of yourself telling yourself about what is coming in 2020 that will change your life. Of course you can’t alter the past or future because of the butterfly effect, but what would you say that would prepare yourself. Something like this video. youtu.be/Ms7capx4Cb8

2030 Northfield Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9S 3B8 (250) 756-2447 www.bigscvi.ca

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NANAIMO

THEATRE / ACTING Spotlight Academy

Jacqui Kaese - Tel 250.714.2555

spotlightacademy.com Acting | Film | Theatre | TV Classes for all ages – various locations.

Jacqui Kaese trained Cameron Bright known for many roles including the Twilight movies.

“Jacqui is an amazing teacher and mentor. She is one of the most caring, supportive and professional people you will ever meet.�

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THE HALF OF IT Romantic comedy

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