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Dec 10, 2018
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Love is often where we least expect it'.
Join Joshua Holloway and his marvelous quartet for a cozy evening of Christmas jazz standards – with a twist…
The evening’s concert unfolds through the lens of a new, original Christmas tale that is accompanied by the band; a tale of a young woman who longs to find her one-and-only love at Christmastime, but she fears that she may never find true love.
As the tale evolves, so does the band. The music drives the story! With trained actors and a full stage set s...more info
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| Category: | Concerts |
| Date: | Dec 10, 2018 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Address: | 900 Fifth Street Nanaimo |
| Location: | Malaspina Theatre |
| Cost: | $20 |
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Dec 7, 2018
to Dec 22, 2018
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4th Annual Magical Nights of Light at North Island Wildlife Recovery Centre
Fridays & Saturdays only, December 7-22.
Admission is by pre-purchased ticket only. $5 per person. Children 12 & under free (tickets required).
There will be a free shuttle available - pick-up location is at Craig Street Commons (330 Craig Street, Parksville). Shuttle passes will be issued upon event ticket purchase. First Shuttle to North Island Wildlife Recovery Centre: 5:15 pm. Last Return to Craig Street:...more info
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| Category: | Art |
| Start: | Dec 7, 2018 |
| End: | Dec 22, 2018 |
| Time: | 6:00pm - 8:00pm |
| Address: | 1240 Leffler Road, Errington |
| Location: | North Island Wildlife Recovery Centre |
| Cost: | $5 |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Nov 22, 2018
to Dec 15, 2018
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HCTAS is thrilled to be offering a brand new tradition for Christmas to our #Nanaimo and #VancouverIsland theatre patrons! This family-friendly play will keep children and adults alike thoroughly entertained while sharing the story of the beloved classic, A Christmas Carol, by Charles Dickens.
This stage adaptation is written by local author, Jim Maher specifically for the Harbour City Theatre! Directed by Dean Chadwick, and features all your favourite characters. Come see the entire Cratchit Family, i...more info
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| Category: | Theatre |
| Start: | Nov 22, 2018 |
| End: | Dec 15, 2018 |
| Time: | 7:00pm - 8:45pm |
| Address: | 25 Victoria Road Nanaimo |
| Location: | Harbour City Theatre |
| Cost: | See Website |
| Phone: | (250) 753-5331 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Dec 10, 2018
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Drop-in for some badminton. Equipment is available or bring your own.
Beginners are welcome, must be 15 years of age and older.
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Dec 10, 2018 |
| Time: | 7:00pm |
| Address: | 240 Lions Way Qualicum Beach, |
| Location: | Lighthouse Community Centre |
| Cost: | $4 |
| Phone: | 250-757-8307 |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Dec 10, 2018
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Arbutus Toastmasters: 7:00pm. Every Monday. Everyone Welcome.
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Dec 10, 2018 |
| Time: | 7:00pm |
| Address: | 132 E. Jensen Ave Parksville |
| Location: | Parksville Community & Conference Centre |
| Cost: | Free |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Nov 23, 2018
to Dec 24, 2018
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Put the Campbell River Art Gallery on your shopping list this Christmas. They are having their Artisan Market from Nov.23 to Dec.24/2018. You’re almost guaranteed to find that special gift you’ve been looking for.
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| Category: | Markets |
| Start: | Nov 23, 2018 |
| End: | Dec 24, 2018 |
| Time: | 12:00pm - 5:00pm |
| Address: | 1235 Shoppers Row Campbell River, |
| Location: | Campbell River Art Gallery |
| Phone: | 250.286.2261 |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Dec 10, 2018
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Join Tracey Pike for Pain Management Chair Yoga. Learn how to Meditate, Relax, Improve your breathing while gaining balance mobility, flexibility and strength. Anyone welcome
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| Category: | Workshop |
| Date: | Dec 10, 2018 |
| Time: | 11:00am - 12:00pm |
| Address: | #203 - 891 Island Hwy West Parksville, |
| Location: | Bare Roots Natural Health & Yoga Centre |
| Cost: | See Website |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Dec 10, 2018
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“From the moment we dipped our paddles into the icy waters of Glacier Bay, Alaska, we were challenged, awed and inspired. The expedition was everything we wanted, and more than we bargained for.”
In the summer of this year, Australian duo Mathilde Gordon and Lucy Graham completed a 3 month kayak adventure from Juneau, Alaska to Victoria on Vancouver Island, to raise awareness about plastics in our oceans. They did it without using single-use-plastic (no ziplock bags!) and raised over $20,000 for two...more info
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| Category: | Art |
| Date: | Dec 10, 2018 |
| Time: | 1:30pm - 3:30pm |
| Address: | 2489 Nanoose Road Nanoose Bay, |
| Location: | Nanoose Library |
| Cost: | Free |
| Phone: | 7789807423 |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Nov 29, 2018
to Jan 13, 2019
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Festival of Lights 2018 is nearing quickly. This year’s light up is Thursday, November 29. A reminder that light up night has always been the last Thursday of November.
From the last Thursday in November until the second Sunday in January, Ladysmith is ignited with the life of thousands of twinkling Christmas lights.
The Kinsmen Light-up Parade will kick off the 2018 season at 6:40pm. For more information on all the great activities taking place please visit our website.
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| Category: | Art |
| Start: | Nov 29, 2018 |
| End: | Jan 13, 2019 |
| Time: | 6:30pm |
| Location: | Downtown Ladysmith |
| Cost: | Free |
| Phone: | Call (250) 245-5888 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Dec 10, 2018
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See the festively decorated gallery full of beautifully and unique Christmas trees! Each tree is decorated by a different business or organization. Vote for your favourite to win the People’s Choice Award, and put your wish on the Wishing Tree. Daily in December (except Christmas Day and Boxing Day).
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| Category: | Art |
| Date: | Dec 10, 2018 |
| Time: | 10:00am - 5:00pm |
| Address: | 470 Island Highway Campbell River, |
| Location: | Campbell River Museum |
| Cost: | Free |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Dec 2, 2018
to Jan 3, 2019
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Come out to enjoy the beautiful lights and delightful Santa’s Barn at Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens.
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| Category: | Family |
| Start: | Dec 2, 2018 |
| End: | Jan 3, 2019 |
| Time: | 5:00pm - 9:00pm |
| Address: | 6183 Whitaker Road Courtenay |
| Location: | Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens |
| Cost: | Free |
| Phone: | 250-338-6901 |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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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 19, 2018
to Dec 21, 2018
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Come and see Winter through the Lens and Off the Brush of Local Artists. On Display November 19-December 21, 2018.
Open Tuesday through Saturday from 10am – 4:30pm
Mondays Noon – 4:30pm, closed Sundays.
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| Category: | Art |
| Start: | Nov 19, 2018 |
| End: | Dec 21, 2018 |
| Time: | 12:00pm - 4:30pm |
| Address: | 122 Fern Road West Qualicum Beach, |
| Location: | The Old School House Arts Centre |
| Cost: | See Website |
| Phone: | 250-752-6133 |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Dec 10, 2018
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Continues from the Yoga Fundamentals class series. 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 $15, General $...more info
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| Category: | Art |
| Date: | Dec 10, 2018 |
| Time: | 9:30am - 10:45am |
| Address: | #203 - 891 Island Hwy West Parksville |
| Location: | Bare Roots Natural Health & Yoga Centre |
| Cost: | $17 |
| Phone: | 2509542273 |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Dec 10, 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: | Art |
| Date: | Dec 10, 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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Dec 10, 2018
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Make 4 shaped soaps (additional soaps can be made if time allows for $3 each bar). You can choose from glycerin or goat’s milk melt and pour soap base. We have a variety of mold shapes to select from; flowers, hearts, shells, sea creatures, dinosaurs, teddy bears, bugs, butterflies, frogs, fleur de lis, Christmas and snowflakes. Create your own unique soaps by melting your soap; add some fragrance and/or essential oils then decorate with your choice of cosmetic grade mica powders. These would make a grea...more info
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| Category: | Art |
| Date: | Dec 10, 2018 |
| Time: | 6:30pm - 8:00pm |
| Address: | 2358 Wild Dove Road Nanaimo |
| Location: | Lost Arts Club |
| Cost: | $15 |
| Phone: | 250-619-4088 |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Dec 10, 2018
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After taking a break from hosting running clinics for the past year, Coach Doug Pickard is ready to introduce a new style of running clinic that is designed to introduce running as a form of exercise to people who have thought this wasn’t possible. This is a wholistic approach that will factor in topics such as nutrition, positive self imagery and the role of the mind in becoming a successful runner. Although there are many ways to improve your fitness, there is nothing quite like running to help you beco...more info
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Dec 10, 2018 |
| Time: | 6:00pm - 7:00pm |
| Address: | #5-464 Island Highway Parksville, |
| Location: | Fluid Fitness |
| Cost: | $80 |
| Phone: | 250-927-4595 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Dec 10, 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: | Dec 10, 2018 |
| Time: | 3:30pm - 6:30pm |
| Address: | 245 Hirst Ave W Parksville |
| Location: | SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre |
| Cost: | Free |
| Phone: | 250-248-2093 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Nov 30, 2018
to Dec 16, 2018
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This quick-change, cross-dressing version of the Charles Dickens classic is set in a Victoria music hall. The Royal Music Hall Twenty-Member Variety Players are beset with a widespread case of food poisoning. This leaves only three surviving members to soldier on through a performance of A Christmas Carol. The undaunted trio gamely face missed cues, ill-fitting costumes and solving the problem of having no one to play Tiny Tim. Done in the style of British Music Hall, Scrooge In Rouge abounds in bad p...more info
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| Category: | Art |
| Start: | Nov 30, 2018 |
| End: | Dec 16, 2018 |
| Time: | 7:30pm |
| Address: | 4985 Christie Road Ladysmith, |
| Location: | Ladysmith Little Theatre |
| Cost: | $10 – $25 |
| Phone: | 250-924-0658 |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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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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Dec 1, 2018
to Dec 21, 2018
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Registration for the SOS Christmas program: SOS wants to ensure all local children and youth receive a special gift, and that families, adults and seniors can choose the food they wish to have over the holidays. To donate to the program visit www.sosd69.com, call 250-248-2093, or drop by the SOS Community Services Centre in Parksville at 245 West Hirst Ave., Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. New, unwrapped gifts are also gratefully accepted at this location to fill the SOS Toy Shop where low-income parents and grandparents shop for their children for free.
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| Category: | Art |
| Start: | Dec 1, 2018 |
| End: | Dec 21, 2018 |
| Address: | 245 West Hirst Ave, Parksville |
| Location: | SOS Community Services Centre |
| Phone: | 250-248-2093 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Dec 8, 2018
to Dec 22, 2018
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A show of original art.
The theme of “THE GIFT” does not refer necessarily to a Christmas or holiday theme – those who purchase the work will be encouraged to give it to someone as a gift. Participants are encouraged to take the challenge of exploring this theme and to produce work that reflects its intent. Eligible works must be 2 dimensional (no 3D work accepted). All mediums, including photography and multi-media, are accepted. All works must be 10×10″ in size. Submission or artwork is not ...more info
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| Category: | Events |
| Start: | Dec 8, 2018 |
| End: | Dec 22, 2018 |
| Time: | 10:00am - 4:00pm |
| Location: | McMillan Arts Centre |
| Cost: | Free |
| Phone: | 250-752-5533 |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Dec 10, 2018
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All family caregivers and their children are welcome to join the fun! Catch up over a cup of coffee or crafts while kids play and recharge with a healthy snack.
Drop in Mondays in Qualicum Beach
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| Category: | Art |
| Date: | Dec 10, 2018 |
| Time: | 9:00am - 11:00am |
| Address: | 744 Primrose Street Room 9 Qualicum Beach, |
| Location: | Qualicum Commons |
| Cost: | Free |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Dec 10, 2018
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Why not join in?
Always wanted to play an instrument? Try the ukulele! We welcome anyone, with any level of experience or expertise.
Just learning? Come on in. Been playing for years? Welcome – we’d love to benefit from your talents.
The GZAL Ukulele Club meets the second and fourth Monday evening of each month at 7pm. The club is designed to encourage uke players to interact with other musicians in a social and fun environment. Join instructors Ron Usher and Doug Pickard as they guide through a night...more info
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Dec 10, 2018 |
| Time: | 7:00pm - 9:00pm |
| Address: | #8 464 Island Highway East Parksville |
| Location: | Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge |
| Cost: | $10 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Dec 2, 2018
to Dec 19, 2018
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An outdoor Christmas light show for the whole family to enjoy. Over half a kilometre of lit and decorated trails. Santa, live Christmas music, Teddy Bear Cottage, story telling, refreshments, tea room, and gift shops available.
Milner Christmas Magic is a fundraising event in support of Milner Gardens & Woodland with a special event admission by suggested donation of: $5 Adult, $2.50 Child, $12 Family (2 Adults & up to 3 Children/Youth under 19 years.)
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| Category: | Family |
| Start: | Dec 2, 2018 |
| End: | Dec 19, 2018 |
| Time: | 5:00pm - 8:30pm, last entry 8pm |
| Location: | Milner Gardens & Woodland |
| Cost: | $5/adult, $2.50/child, $12/family (2 adults and up to 3 chil |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Nov 26, 2018
to Dec 24, 2018
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Starting November 26 we are open daily until Christmas eve, Whiskey Creek Christmas Tree U-cut hours are typically:
Weekends from 9am until dark
Weekdays from 11am until dark
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| Category: | Events |
| Start: | Nov 26, 2018 |
| End: | Dec 24, 2018 |
| Time: | Weekends from 9am until dark, Weekdays from 11am until dark |
| Address: | Melrose road, Qualicum Beach |
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Dec 5, 2018
to Dec 23, 2018
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Join us as we celebrate music, art, laughter, and love this holiday season. Find the perfect gift in our Artisan Gift Shop for someone special and unique. Jewellery, pottery, art glass, paintings, woodcraft, wearable art, and so much more.
Bid on your favourite seasonal wreath or swag handcrafted by local artists and add to your holiday decor. Also, artisan crafted gorgeous tree ornaments.
Lots to see and do at The MAC this holiday season.
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| Category: | Events |
| Start: | Dec 5, 2018 |
| End: | Dec 23, 2018 |
| Time: | 10:00am - 4:00pm |
| Address: | 133 McMillan Street Parksville, |
| Location: | McMillan Arts Centre (MAC) |
| Cost: | Free |
| Phone: | 250-752-5533 |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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