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Nov 17, 2018
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100 Years of Fashion & Christmas Tea
Enjoy an afternoon of Fashion Fun. A great idea for a pre-Christmas get together for all female family members and friends to enjoy each generations fashion styles!
This amazing show is a Fund Raiser for the Young LifeYouth Group in Qualicum Beach, so get your tickets early and help us support the youth of Dist.69.
Tickets $25 at Fresh n Fabulous in Qualicum Beach.
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| Category: | Markets |
| Date: | Nov 17, 2018 |
| Time: | 2:00pm - 4:00pm |
| Address: | 150 Village Way, Qualicum Beach |
| Location: | St. Stephens Church Hall |
| Cost: | $25 |
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Nov 16, 2018
to Nov 17, 2018
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BCSPCA Fall Book Sale
Thousands of gently used books, gardening supplies, puzzles, DVDs, CDs and games. This is a very popular event, come early for the best selections.
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| Category: | Art |
| Start: | Nov 16, 2018 |
| End: | Nov 17, 2018 |
| Time: | Fri - 9:00am-5:00pm Sat-9:00-3:00pm |
| Address: | 132 Jensen Ave E, Parksville |
| Location: | Parksville Community Centre |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Nov 17, 2018
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Brent & Woofy are celebrating their 25th year of entertaining kids and families with music comedy and ventriloquism! Big party on November 17th at the downtown Nanaimo Library. Free admission!
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| Category: | Art |
| Date: | Nov 17, 2018 |
| Time: | 3:00pm - 4:00pm |
| Address: | 90 Commercial St Nanaimo |
| Location: | Vancouver Island Regional Library – Downtown Nanaimo |
| Cost: | Free |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Nov 1, 2018
to Dec 6, 2018
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Cardio Dance Club: Errington Series
We are excited to offer this FUN fitness class again starting in October. Cardio Dance Club is a follow-along dance fitness class. It is open to all skill and fitness levels. So get your groove on and follow along as our instructor, Jen deHaan, guides you through a series of choreographed dance moves. Each class will feature a mix of modern radio hits and old-school classics. Jen's enthusiasm will encourage you to get your heart rate up and your feet moving.
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| Category: | Workshop |
| Start: | Nov 1, 2018 |
| End: | Dec 6, 2018 |
| Time: | 6:30pm - 7:30pm |
| Address: | 1390 Errington Rd, Errington |
| Location: | Errington War Memorial Hall |
| Cost: | $70/10 classes; $12 drop-in; $90/10-class punch pass |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Nov 17, 2018
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Stop by and visit Local artisans who will be showcasing their beautiful handcrafted items. Shop for Christmas, for friends & family or for yourself. Free admission ~ donations for The Manna Society will be greatly appreciated.
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| Category: | Art |
| Date: | Nov 17, 2018 |
| Time: | 11:00am - 6:00pm |
| Address: | #1 - 534 Pioneer Crescent Parksville |
| Location: | Pioneer Wellness Centre |
| Cost: | Free |
| Phone: | 2502402656 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Nov 16, 2018
to Nov 18, 2018
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Darrel Hancock Pottery 6th Annual Christmas Sale
You are invited to bring your friends and family to the Darrel Hancock Pottery 6th Annual Christmas sale Nov. 9th to 12th & Nov. 16th to 18th, 2018. While you view the Galley take time to enjoy ongoing pottery demonstrations, complimentary refreshments and enter to win a door prize. Print the attached invitation and bring it for $5 off a purchase of $50 or more. We are wheelchair accessible.
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| Category: | Markets |
| Start: | Nov 16, 2018 |
| End: | Nov 18, 2018 |
| Time: | 10:00am - 5:00pm |
| Address: | 3505 Harris Cres, Qualicum Beach |
| Location: | Darrel Hancock Pottery |
| Cost: | Free |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Nov 17, 2018
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Do You Really Need That Pill?
About the talk: No pill for every ill. Explore the reasons why we take medications for treating an actual ailment to hoping to prevent an affliction.
Presenters: Dr. Susanne Voetmann & Dr. Diane Wallis
About the presenters: Dr Susanne Voetmann has been a full time family physician on Vancouver Island, practicing long term care and commitment for patients from ages naught to 101. In the last few years has been focusing on polypharmacy reduction in the fragile elderly.
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| Category: | Art |
| Date: | Nov 17, 2018 |
| Time: | 10:00am - 12:00pm |
| Address: | 2925 Northwest Bay Road, Nanoose Bay |
| Location: | Nanoose Community Centre |
| Cost: | $10 general admission |
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Nov 17, 2018
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Come out to the Fanny Bay Christmas Craft Fair.
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| Category: | Art |
| Date: | Nov 17, 2018 |
| Time: | 10:00am - 4:00pm |
| Address: | 7793 Island Hwy. Fanny Bay |
| Location: | Fanny Bay Hall |
| Cost: | Free |
| Phone: | 335-2832 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Nov 15, 2018
to Dec 15, 2018
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Kick-off Nov. 15, toy collection until Dec. 15, drop-off sites all around Nanaimo. Registration for families in need from Nov. 19 – Dec. 1 Food Bank sites, and Dec. 3-7 at University Village Shopping Centre. Seeking toys for children from 0 – 16. Help all Nanaimo’s children have a Merry Christmas.
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| Category: | Art |
| Start: | Nov 15, 2018 |
| End: | Dec 15, 2018 |
| Time: | 11:00am |
| Address: | 6631 Island Highway North Nanaimo, |
| Location: | woodgrove mall |
| Cost: | Free |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Nov 17, 2018
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Progressing from the Yoga Fundamentals class series, this class deepens the foundation of Iyengar Yoga standing poses as well as continued development of the seated poses, twists, balancing postures, shoulder stand and deep relaxation. The benefits include increased mobility, stability and strength. Yoga philosophy is introduced. These classes are suitable for all beginning students in Iyengar Yoga. Minimum of 6 months regular attendance is recommended before moving to Level 1/2. Students $13, Seniors $...more info
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| Category: | Art |
| Date: | Nov 17, 2018 |
| Time: | 10:00am - 11:15am |
| Address: | #203 - 891 Island Hwy West Parksville, |
| Location: | Bare Roots Natural Health & Yoga Centre |
| Cost: | $17 |
| Phone: | 2509542273 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Nov 17, 2018
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Already lauded as “Cowichan Valley’s hottest new folk duo”, award-winning singer-songwriters Jack Connolly and Genevieve Charbonneau share a stunning vocal blend, musical chemistry and appealing charisma. Their folk and roots-based songs are clever, intimate and accessible and they skillfully back each other up with powerful harmonies and skillful guitar. Both are recording and co-producing new albums at the Shawnigan Lake Studio, due out in Spring 2019. Jack Connolly grew up playing coffee houses, con...more info
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| Category: | Art |
| Date: | Nov 17, 2018 |
| Time: | 7:45pm - 10:30pm |
| Address: | #8 464 Island Highway East Parksville |
| Location: | Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge |
| Cost: | $15 – $20 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Nov 17, 2018
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Fun activities inspire confidence, healthy relationships and community awareness. Nutritious snacks are provided as well as transportation from Oceanside and Springwood Elementary Schools to the Community Services Centre in Parksville. Pre-registration is required.
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| Category: | Family |
| Date: | Nov 17, 2018 |
| Time: | 3:00pm - 5:00pm |
| Address: | 245 Hirst Ave W Parksville |
| Location: | SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre |
| Cost: | Free |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Nov 16, 2018
to Dec 30, 2018
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Sometimes When You Dream, Your Dreams Come True.Louisa May Alcott’s beloved holiday story is a buoyant musical of romantic escapades, sibling rivalries and Christmas wishes. With their father off to fight the Civil War, the four March sisters have many imagined and real adventures. As they dream of their futures, encounter growing pains of youth and rise with courage to face their destiny, the March girls learn the true value of hope and family. Visit website for a complete list of showtimes.
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| Category: | Art |
| Start: | Nov 16, 2018 |
| End: | Dec 30, 2018 |
| Time: | 7:30pm |
| Address: | 9737 Chemainus Road Chemainus, |
| Location: | Chemainus Theatre |
| Cost: | See website for pricing |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Nov 17, 2018
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Join us on Saturday evening from 7-11pm for a great evening of live music. Come for dinner, stay and dance the night away. Adults Only, 19+. September 22 – The Enablers September 29 – Ginger Blonde October 6 – Buffalo Pound October 13 – The Enablers October 20 – Butts Giraud & Friends Blues October 27 – Identity Crisis November 3 – The Kingmixers November 10 – Ryder Bachman November 17 – Butts Giraud & Friends Blues November 24 – The Enablers December 1 – Buffalo Pound
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Nov 17, 2018 |
| Time: | 7:00pm - 11:00pm |
| Address: | 3109 Island Highway W Qualicum Beach |
| Location: | Shady Rest Hotel |
| Cost: | No Cover |
| Phone: | (250) 752-9111 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Nov 17, 2018
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Have fun learning about gardening through presentations and displays & meet other keen gardeners. There will also be a raffle and a Parlour Show where flowers, fruit and vegetables are judged. Members open their lovely gardens to other members and we organize tours away from Nanaimo to private gardens and nurseries. In November, Richard Hebda will give a talk on Irises.
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| Category: | Art |
| Date: | Nov 17, 2018 |
| Time: | 1:00pm - 3:00pm |
| Address: | 595 Townsite Rd Nanaimo, |
| Location: | First Unitarian Fellowship Hall |
| Cost: | $3 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Nov 17, 2018
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Meat Draws every Saturday at the Rocking Horse Pub from 3:00 to 5:00 pm (except for summer break)
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Nov 17, 2018 |
| Time: | 3 - 5 PM |
| Address: | 2038 Sanders Road, Nanoose Bay |
| Location: | Rocking Horse Pub |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Nov 17, 2018
to Nov 18, 2018
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Parksville Fire Department Food & Toy Drive
It's that time of year when Parksville Volunteer Fire Department members collect food and toys, door-to-door throughout Parksville and the areas served by the Parksville Fire Protection Area. The annual food and toy drive takes place this year on Saturday, November 17 and Sunday, November 18 from 9 am to 4 pm.
The week prior to the food drive, through the local newspapers, Quality Foods will provide paper bags for groceries. If residents are not able...more info
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| Category: | Art |
| Start: | Nov 17, 2018 |
| End: | Nov 18, 2018 |
| Time: | 9:00am - 4:00pm |
| Address: | 160 Jensen Avenue West, Parksville |
| Location: | Parksville Fire Hall |
| Cost: | Free |
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Nov 17, 2018
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We invite you to come see the amazing variety of locally crafted, one of a kind items at this local artisan market in downtown Qualicum Beach! A perfect place to find that unique gift for any occasion or that perfect Christmas gift. Free admission, parking and lots of door prizes!
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| Category: | Markets |
| Date: | Nov 17, 2018 |
| Time: | 9:00am - 5:00pm |
| Address: | 180 Veterans Way Qualicum Beach, |
| Location: | Qualicum Beach Legion (Branch #76) |
| Cost: | Free |
| Name: | Kathleen Drinkwater |
| Phone: | 250-752-0786 |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Nov 17, 2018
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 Welcome to the Qualicum Beach Farmers Market - a great way to start your Saturday morning. Whether you're visiting for the first time, or are a lifelong resident, a visit to Veteran's Way and Memorial is where you'll find the best in fresh fruits, vegetables and berries, plants and cut flowers, fresh baked goods, jams and jellies, fish, chicken and pork, as well as a wide range of local crafts. Visit their website for more info.
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| Category: | Markets |
| Date: | Nov 17, 2018 |
| Time: | 8:30am - 12:00pm |
| Address: | 644 Memorial Avenue, Qualicum Beach |
| Location: | Qualicum Beach Community Hall |
| Cost: | Free |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Nov 17, 2018
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Saturday Breakfast Club
Enjoy a free parent and tot session and Mother Goose circle time at Munchkinland, Family Place in Parksville. Join us for songs, stories and breakfast.
Saturdays, Nov 3, 17, 24, Dec 1, 8, 15, and 22, 9:30 to 11:30 am. This is a free program suitable for families with children 6 years and younger. View all BLT programs online at www.oblt.ca
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| Category: | Family |
| Date: | Nov 17, 2018 |
| Time: | 9:30am - 11:30am |
| Address: | 494 Bay Avenue, Parksville |
| Location: | Munchkinland, Family Place |
| Cost: | Free |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Nov 17, 2018
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For grades 7, 8 & 9. Games, field trips and music allow youth to express themselves and develop friendships.
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| Category: | Family |
| Date: | Nov 17, 2018 |
| Time: | 3:30pm - 6:30pm |
| Address: | 245 Hirst Ave W Parksville, |
| Location: | SOS Child, Youth &Family Centre |
| Cost: | Free |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Nov 16, 2018
to Dec 29, 2018
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Gallery Artists and special guests share ceramics, photography, painting, textile, jewelry and stained glass in celebration of the season of light. All art is $400 or less for easy gift giving. Art sneak peek here. http://www.saltspringgallery.com/news-blog/2018/11/1/a-celebration-of-light-solstice-show
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| Category: | Events |
| Start: | Nov 16, 2018 |
| End: | Dec 29, 2018 |
| Time: | 5:00pm - 7:00pm |
| Address: | 135 McPhillips Ave Salt Spring Island, |
| Location: | Salt Spring Gallery of Fine Art |
| Cost: | See Website |
| Phone: | 250-931-0011 |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Nov 17, 2018
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Sponsored Skate - Coastal Community Credit Union
Join your friends for a free everyone welcome skate, courtesy of the Parksville Branch of Coastal Community Credit Union at Oceanside Place Arena. Saturday, November 17th from 2:00 to 3:30 pm. Free admission and skate rentals.
Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks 250-248-3252 or view skate and swim schedules online at rdn.bc.ca/recreation.
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| Category: | Art |
| Date: | Nov 17, 2018 |
| Time: | 2:00pm - 3:30pm |
| Address: | 830 West Island Highway, Parksville |
| Location: | Oceanside Place Arena |
| Cost: | Free |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Nov 17, 2018
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Annual Christmas Bazaar
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| Category: | Markets |
| Date: | Nov 17, 2018 |
| Time: | 10:00am - 2:00pm |
| Address: | 2489 Nanoose Road Nanoose Bay |
| Location: | Nanoose Library |
| Cost: | Free |
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Nov 17, 2018
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Merlyn Patten will be thrilling an audience with more of her amazing vintage party dresses and furs s in “A Hundred Years of Fashion”. It’s going to be combined with a delicious Christmas tea at St. Stephen’s United Church. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at Fresh and Fabulous Gifts and Flowers, 3-210 Second Avenue in Qualicum Beach, (250) 752-8856. All proceeds will be going to support YoungLife in Qualicum Beach.
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| Category: | Art |
| Date: | Nov 17, 2018 |
| Time: | 2:00pm - 4:00pm |
| Address: | 150 Village Way, Qualicum Beach |
| Cost: | $25 |
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Nov 17, 2018
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Please join us to show your support for the Southern Resident Killer Whales of which only 74 remain. Be their voice and help raise public awareness. Meet like-minded people and find out more about how you can save our precious Canadian icons of the Salish Sea! 11am – 2pm. The walk will start at Terminal Avenue & Gordon Street and end in Maffeo Sutton Park. Please find suitable parking. Be creative and make a sign, an orca, or a salmon to carry, or borrow one of ours. Wear a fish or orca costume. Put ...more info
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Nov 17, 2018 |
| Time: | 11:00am - 2:00pm |
| Address: | 620 Terminal Avenue Nanaimo, |
| Location: | Casino Nanaimo |
| Cost: | Free |
| Phone: | 778-674-8415 |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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