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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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Dec 19, 2018
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Low Impact Belly Dance Fitness Class
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| Category: | Workshop |
| Date: | Dec 19, 2018 |
| Time: | 3:00pm - 4:00pm |
| Address: | 592 Nootka Road Qualicum Beach |
| Location: | Belly Laughs Navel Academy Studio |
| Cost: | See Website |
| Phone: | 2507523750 |
| 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 19, 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 19, 2018 |
| Time: | 10:00am - 11:00am |
| Address: | #203 - 891 Island Hwy West Parksville, |
| Location: | Bare Roots Natural Health & Yoga Centre |
| Cost: | See Website |
| Phone: | (250) 954-2273 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Dec 19, 2018
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All aboard a 1910 steam locomotive through thousands of twinkling lights adorning the 100-acre woods of the BC Forest Discovery Centre for the Christmas Express. Thousands of visitors over the years have made this a Christmas tradition of attending this colorful and entertaining event. Enjoy light displays, enjoy the seasonal music, make a Christmas craft, and ride the Christmas Express train.
The Christmas Express is the museum’s largest fundraiser of the year and is paramount to the ongoing operation...more info
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| Category: | Family |
| Date: | Dec 19, 2018 |
| Time: | 4:00pm - 9:00pm |
| Address: | 2892 Drinkwater Road Duncan |
| Location: | BC Forest Discovery Centre |
| Cost: | See Website |
| Phone: | 250-715-1113 |
| 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 19, 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 19, 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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Dec 19, 2018
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This class will help you unwind from old stress responses and old habitual patterning we can tend to create. These exercises help to remind your brain to keep your body flexible and free from discomfort and pain after shock, injury or overuse. The exercises are very simple and very effective when in pain. It works on releasing areas of holding by re-patterning your movement and releasing, as well as integrating the mind body so the body moves more intelligently, working deeply with the nervous system. Yo...more info
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| Category: | Workshop |
| Date: | Dec 19, 2018 |
| Time: | 8:30am - 9:45am |
| 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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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 19, 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 19, 2018 |
| Time: | 3:00pm - 5:00pm |
| 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 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 19, 2018
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Micheal Patrick is a talented Vancouver Island musician who plays a collection of covers along with originals. Don’t miss this amazing jazz guitarist, vocalist, all-around musician!
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| Category: | Concerts |
| Date: | Dec 19, 2018 |
| Time: | 6:00pm - 9:00pm |
| Address: | #1-1600 Strougler Road Nanoose Bay, |
| Location: | Smoke n Water |
| Cost: | No Cover |
| Phone: | 250-468-7192 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Dec 19, 2018
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Nanoose Bay Bingo every Weds evening at the Community Center.
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Dec 19, 2018 |
| Time: | 6pm – 10pm |
| Address: | 2925 Northwest Bay Road, Nanoose Bay |
| Location: | Nanoose Place Community Centre |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Dec 13, 2018
to Dec 30, 2018
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“Peter Pan” is the classic story of the mischievous little boy who flies and refuses to grow up, preferring, instead, to live in mysterious Neverland, sharing adventures with the lost boys, pirates, fairies, tick-tocking crocodiles and, occasionally, real children. Our family- orientated musical includes song, dance, and action that will enthrall and engage every child from five to one hundred and five.
Directed by Julian Packer
Running from December 13th – 30th, 2018.
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| Category: | Theatre |
| Start: | Dec 13, 2018 |
| End: | Dec 30, 2018 |
| Time: | 7:30pm - 9:30pm |
| Address: | 110 W 2nd Ave Qualicum Beach |
| Location: | Village Theatre Qualicum Beach |
| Cost: | see website |
| Phone: | 2507523522 |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Dec 19, 2018
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Qigong is the skillful application of life force energy designed to correct energetic imbalances which occur as a result of a busy lifestyle, poor diet, illness/injury, consistent negative emotions, and many other reasons. The practice is reputed to be approximately 5000 years old, originating in Ancient China, with influences from other countries such as India. It is a holistic practice using gentle physical exercises, visualizations, meditations, and breathing techniques to correct imbalances and creat...more info
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| Category: | Workshop |
| Date: | Dec 19, 2018 |
| Time: | 5:00pm - 6:15pm |
| 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 19, 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 19, 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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Dec 19, 2018
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Sole Sisters Walking
Strap on your walking shoes and join the Sole Sisters walking group. This program is held every Wednesday at various locations around the Oceanside area and is intended for women 50+, but all ages are welcome.
All levels of fitness are encouraged and no one will be left behind.
For information about the weekly walk location, please visit: https://www.arrowsmithcalendar.com/programs-sole-sisters
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Dec 19, 2018 |
| Time: | 10:00am - 11:00am |
| Location: | Various Locations in Oceanside |
| 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 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 19, 2018
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It’s Wing Wednesday here at your local Rumhouse! Get a full pound of our plump chicken wings with your favorite sauce for just $6 with the purchase of any beverage regularly priced at $5 or more.
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Dec 19, 2018 |
| Time: | 11:00am |
| Address: | 5467 Island Highway S Union Bay, |
| Location: | Highwayman Saloon |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Dec 14, 2018
to Dec 24, 2018
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Opening Celebration: Dec. 1 FROM 12-2PM: drop by for company, cake and hot drinks.
Featuring hand-made work by over 50 local artists and makers, you’ll be sure to find items that dazzle and inspire. Saturdays are special days, with an array of hands-on make-art stations to get your creative and gift-giving juices flowing.
Late-night openings on Friday/Saturday December 21 and 22 (up to 7pm), Sunday opening on December 23rd (10am -3pm) and early closing (3pm) on December 24.
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| Category: | Art |
| Start: | Dec 14, 2018 |
| End: | Dec 24, 2018 |
| Time: | 10:00am - 5:00pm |
| Address: | 580 Duncan Ave Courtenay, |
| Location: | Comox Valley Art Gallery |
| Cost: | See Website |
| Phone: | 338-6211 |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Dec 18, 2018
to Dec 24, 2018
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Opening Celebration: Dec. 1 FROM 12-2PM: drop by for company, cake and hot drinks.
Featuring hand-made work by over 50 local artists and makers, you’ll be sure to find items that dazzle and inspire. Saturdays are special days, with an array of hands-on make-art stations to get your creative and gift-giving juices flowing.
Late-night openings on Friday/Saturday December 21 and 22 (up to 7pm), Sunday opening on December 23rd (10am -3pm) and early closing (3pm) on December 24.
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| Category: | Markets |
| Start: | Dec 18, 2018 |
| End: | Dec 24, 2018 |
| Time: | 10:00am - 5:00pm |
| Address: | 580 Duncan Ave Courtenay, |
| Location: | Comox Valley Art Gallery |
| Cost: | Free |
| Phone: | 338-6211 |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Dec 17, 2018
to Dec 31, 2018
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It is a holiday tradition to take part in this magical skating event at Oceanside Place Arena. Special lighting and décor makes you feel as though you are skating on an outdoor pond at night. Even if you do not skate, come by and view the lights from the deck. Wheel chairs and strollers are welcome. The public skating schedule will be available November 23 at rdn.bc.ca/recreation.
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| Category: | Family |
| Start: | Dec 17, 2018 |
| End: | Dec 31, 2018 |
| Cost: | Regular Admission |
| Phone: | 250-390-4111 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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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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Dec 19, 2018
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Formal and informal activities for developing and supporting self-discovery and personal growth in all areas of your life.
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| Category: | Workshop |
| Date: | Dec 19, 2018 |
| Time: | 6:30pm - 8:30pm |
| 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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Dec 19, 2018
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The Yellowpoint Christmas Spectacular is a celebration of music, dance, lights and decorations.
Now in it’s 12th season, it has become a holiday tradition for many across Vancouver Island.
This year’s singing and dancing extravaganza includes musical tributes to Buddy Holly and Richie Valens, Nat King Cole, Michael Jackson, Edith Piaf, the Rat Pack, as well as a collection of Disney classics, a Motown medley starring the Supremes, Bing Crosby’s classic ‘White Christmas’ as well as many more classica...more info
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| Category: | Concerts |
| Date: | Dec 19, 2018 |
| Time: | 7:00pm - 9:00pm |
| Address: | 125 Front Street Nanaimo, |
| Location: | The Port Theatre |
| Cost: | $38 |
| Phone: | (250) 754-8550 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Dec 19, 2018
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Interactive participation in the discovery of the ancient wisdom of Yoga and its application to practice and daily life. Discussion is generated through readings from ancient texts such as: Bhagavad Gita, The Upanishads, The Rig Veda, The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali and others. All welcome.
While this is a Karma (free) class, donations to the Qualicum Beach Bear Smart Community Program are gratefully accepted!
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| Category: | Workshop |
| Date: | Dec 19, 2018 |
| Time: | 2:30pm - 4:00pm |
| Address: | Bare Roots Natural Health & Yoga Centre |
| Location: | #203 - 891 Island Hwy West Parksville |
| Cost: | Free |
| Phone: | 2509542273 |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Dec 19, 2018
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Come connect with others. Eat snacks, shoot some pool, play some games, play music or make some cool art. Drop-ins welcome.
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| Category: | Family |
| Date: | Dec 19, 2018 |
| Time: | 3:30pm - 6:30pm |
| Address: | 744 Primrose Street Room 9 Qualicum Beach, |
| Location: | Qualicum Commons |
| Cost: | Free |
| Phone: | 250-248-2093 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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