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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 6, 2018
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Low Impact Belly Dance Fitness Class
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| Category: | Workshop |
| Date: | Dec 6, 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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Dec 6, 2018
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Our weekly Thursday Night Blues/Rock Jam hosted by Warren & Friends… Gets started shortly after 8:00 PM – Everyone Welcome 19+
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Dec 6, 2018 |
| Time: | 8:00pm |
| Address: | 5467 Island Highway S Union Bay, |
| Location: | Highwayman Saloon |
| Cost: | No Cover |
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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 6, 2018
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Jenny Hughes will guide you through how to paint a fantastic yet surprisingly simple acrylic painting. No experience necessary. All supplies are provided. View painting project online one month prior to class. Thursday, December 6th from 4:00 to 5:30 pm at Oceanside Art Studio, cost is $20. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks at 250-248-3252 to pre-register. View recreation programs online at rdn.bc.ca/recreation.
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| Category: | Art |
| Date: | Dec 6, 2018 |
| Time: | 4:00pm - 5:30pm |
| Address: | #2-702 Memorial Avenue Qualicum Beach, |
| Location: | Oceanside Art Studio |
| Cost: | $20 |
| Phone: | 250-390-4111 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Dec 6, 2018
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Canvas Art for Kids 7-11yrs
Jenny Hughes will guide you through how to paint a fantastic yet surprisingly simple acrylic painting. No experience necessary. All supplies are provided. View painting project online one month prior to class. Thursday, December 6th from 4:00 to 5:30 pm at Oceanside Art Studio, cost is $20.
Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks at 250-248-3252 to pre-register. View recreation programs online at rdn.bc.ca/recreation.
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| Category: | Art |
| Date: | Dec 6, 2018 |
| Time: | 4:00pm - 5:30pm |
| Address: | 124 Harlech Road, Qualicum Beach |
| Location: | Oceanside Art Studio |
| Cost: | $20 |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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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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Dec 6, 2018
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Cardio Dance Club is a follow-along dance fitness workout that fuses athletic dance and fun, high-energy music. It will get you sweating, raise your heart rate, and get your body working and booty shaking. Dance Club is approachable to all people, of all ages and fitness levels and is always easy to follow. The songs include recent hits from the radio, but also some throwback favorites. Classes include hip hop, top 40, R&B, and songs from around the world too (such as K-Pop from Korea, and Latin be...more info
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| Category: | Art |
| Date: | Dec 6, 2018 |
| Time: | 9:30am - 10:30am |
| Address: | 644 Memorial Avenue Qualicum Beach, |
| Location: | Qualicum Beach Community Hall |
| Cost: | $7 – $10 |
| Phone: | (250) 752-1992 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Dec 6, 2018
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♥Nanaimo Metaphysical Network presents, Debra Mallet, Intuitive Clairvoyant Empathic Medium. December 6th at 7p.m., by suggested donation of $7.00
Join us for an evening of messages from those who have passed over with Debra Mallet.
I would like to take a moment to introduce myself. My name is Debra. I am an Intuitive Clairvoyant Empathic Medium. I have the gift of understanding or knowing information without the aid of any direct evidence or reasoning. With the ability of seeing objects or ...more info
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| Category: | Art |
| Date: | Dec 6, 2018 |
| Time: | 7:00pm - 9:00pm |
| Address: | 2331 East Wellington Road Nanaimo, |
| Location: | Unity Spiritual Centre Nanaimo |
| Cost: | $7 |
| Phone: | 250-591-0775 |
| 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 6, 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 6, 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 6, 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: | Dec 6, 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 6, 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: | Dec 6, 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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Dec 6, 2018
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Fun activities inspire confidence, healthy relationships and community awareness. Nutritious snacks are provided as well as transportation from Arrowview, Qualicum Beach and Errington Elementary schools to the SOS Community Services Centre at Qualicum Commons. Pre-registration is required.
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| Category: | Family |
| Date: | Dec 6, 2018 |
| Time: | 3:00pm - 5:00pm |
| Address: | 744 Primrose Street Room 9 Qualicum Beach |
| Location: | Qualicum Commons |
| Cost: | Free |
| Phone: | 250-248-2093 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Dec 6, 2018
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Your stories matter!
Ready to record the important events of your life, but not sure where to begin? The 6-week Life Story Workshop will provide an inspiring and supportive environment to get you started. Engaging exercises and themes will help bring your memories vividly to life. Between sessions participants will write a two-page life story to share in a small group the following week.
No previous writing experience is necessary. Step-by-step guidance will be provided. Bring your favorite pen or pen...more info
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| Category: | Workshop |
| Date: | Dec 6, 2018 |
| Time: | 1:00pm - 3:30pm |
| Address: | 595 Townsite Road Nanaimo, |
| Location: | Unitarian Hall, Nanaimo |
| Cost: | $170 |
| Phone: | 2502450003 |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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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 6, 2018
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Develop trust, support and friendship while developing new skills and confidence
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| Category: | Art |
| Date: | Dec 6, 2018 |
| Time: | 7:00pm - 9:00pm |
| Address: | 245 Hirst Ave W Parksville |
| Location: | SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre |
| Cost: | Free |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Dec 6, 2018
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Parksville Shores Tai Chi
New Beginner class
Thursday Sept. 6 2018
9.30 – 11.30 am
St. Edmund’s Church
$ 20 a month or $50 for 3 month
For more info contact Eva 250 954 1002
WWW.parksvilletaichi.com
Google ‘Master Moy demonstrates Tai Chi arts’
for a YouTube video.
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| Category: | Workshop |
| Date: | Dec 6, 2018 |
| Time: | 9.30 – 11.30 am |
| Address: | 407 Wembley Road Parksville |
| Location: | St Edmund’s Anglican Church |
| Cost: | $ 20 a month or $50 for 3 month |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Dec 6, 2018
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The Oceanside Breast Cancer Support Group meets the first Thursday of the month.This group is independent, non-profit, slip-on shoe support groups serving the Oceanside community for over 5 years. Hundreds of people receive help dealing with cancer from their volunteer efforts. Communicating, getting the word out and trying to reach newly diagnosed folks, their friends and families. There is no fee or requirement for these casual get togethers.
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| Category: | Art |
| Date: | Dec 6, 2018 |
| Time: | 7:00pm |
| Address: | 650 Berwick Rd N Qualicum Beach |
| Location: | The Gardens at Qualicum Beach |
| Cost: | Free |
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Dec 6, 2018
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The Oceanside Breast Cancer Support Group meets the first Thursday of the month.This group is independent, non-profit, slip-on shoe support groups serving the Oceanside community for over 5 years. Hundreds of people receive help dealing with cancer from their volunteer efforts. Communicating, getting the word out and trying to reach newly diagnosed folks, their friends and families. There is no fee or requirement for these casual get togethers.
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| Category: | Workshop |
| Date: | Dec 6, 2018 |
| Time: | 7:00pm |
| Address: | 650 Berwick Rd N Qualicum Beach |
| Location: | The Gardens at Qualicum Beach |
| Cost: | Free |
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Dec 6, 2018
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New members and guests welcome
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| Category: | Art |
| Date: | Dec 6, 2018 |
| Time: | 7:00pm |
| Address: | 133 McMillan Street Parksville, |
| Location: | McMillan Arts Centre (MAC) |
| Cost: | Free |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Dec 6, 2018
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New members and guests welcome
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Dec 6, 2018 |
| Time: | 7:00pm |
| Address: | 133 McMillan Street Parksville, |
| Location: | McMillan Arts Centre (MAC) |
| Cost: | Free |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Dec 6, 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 6, 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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Dec 6, 2018
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“Anything’s Possible” when Dr. Seuss’ best-loved characters collide and cavort in an unforgettable musical caper!
The Cat in the Hat tells the story of Horton, an elephant who discovers a speck of dust that contains the Whos, including Jojo, a Who child sent off to military school for thinking too many “thinks.” Horton faces a double challenge: not only must he protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers, but he must guard an abandoned egg, left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bir...more info
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| Category: | Art |
| Date: | Dec 6, 2018 |
| Time: | 7:00pm - 9:00pm |
| Address: | 900 Fifth Street Nanaimo |
| Location: | Malaspina Theatre – Vancouver Island University |
| Cost: | $12 |
| 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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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 6, 2018
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Grades 10-12. Old and new friends get together for dinner, music,creative projects, games, outings and more! Drop-in
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| Category: | Art |
| Date: | Dec 6, 2018 |
| Time: | 3:30pm - 7:30pm |
| 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 6, 2018
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Rediscover the magic of your childhood with Nutcracker. As the clock strikes midnight the adventure of a lifetime begins. Before the final curtain falls, Clara will battle the evil Mouse King, fall in love with her dashing Nutcracker prince and find herself on a story-book journey that will take her into the heart of a timeless fairy tale. The breathtaking production features a cast of characters of all ages. As much a part of the holiday season as pond hockey and mistletoe, Nutcracker is a Christm...more info
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| Category: | Theatre |
| Date: | Dec 6, 2018 |
| Time: | 7:30pm - 10:00pm |
| Address: | 125 Front Street Nanaimo, |
| Location: | The Port Theatre |
| Cost: | See Website |
| Phone: | (250) 754-8550 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Dec 6, 2018
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All parents/family caregivers and their children are welcome to join. Catch up over coffee or do activities with the children. Drop-in.
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| Category: | Family |
| Date: | Dec 6, 2018 |
| Time: | 8:00am - 5:00pm |
| Address: | 245 Hirst Ave W Parksville, |
| Location: | SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre |
| Cost: | Free |
| 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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Dec 6, 2018
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Look for sessions of Walking Soccer at Arbutus Meadows, Nanoose starting Sept 20. The event will be held each Tuesday and Thursday during the fall. No experience needed... if you can walk and use your feet - you can play. No Contact! No Running! Lots of Banter...
Just bring some water and a white or black T-shirt (re setting up sides).
It's a great day at the Arbutus Meadows Event Centre, and it's only $65 for the season!
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| Category: | Art |
| Date: | Dec 6, 2018 |
| Time: | 2-3:15 pm |
| Location: | Arbutus Meadows Event Centre |
| Cost: | $65 for the season |
| Website: | Open Site |
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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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Dec 6, 2018
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Youth Drop-In Basketball (16+)
Swing by the Coombs Fairgrounds Gymnasium for a fun night of drop-in basketball. Equipment will be provided, but participants are asked to come prepared wearing clothing they can move in and running shoes. No registration is required, but you will need to sign a participation waiver upon arrival.
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| Category: | Art |
| Date: | Dec 6, 2018 |
| Time: | Various |
| Address: | 1014 Ford Road, Coombs |
| Location: | Coombs Fairgrounds Gymnasium |
| Website: | Open Site |
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