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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 8, 2018
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Advent is a buildup of excitement towards CHRISTMAS! Come out for an exciting time of food, music, and shopping.
Admission by donation – funds will go to the Hall’s Soupy Cafe: canned food to the food bank.
ALL HANDCRAFTED – get that one-of-a-kind (last minute) gift for someone special! An artisan’s passion is to create beauty in this world. Help us share the LOVE and JOY this Christmas. Click on the discussion tab to see some of the artisan’s work that we will be featuring.
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| Category: | Art |
| Date: | Dec 8, 2018 |
| Time: | 10:00am - 4:00pm |
| Address: | 240 Lions Way Qualicum Beach |
| Location: | Lighthouse Community Centre |
| Cost: | Admission by Donation |
| Phone: | (250) 757-9711 |
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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 8, 2018
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Teams draw out of the hat, everyone is guaranteed 2 games. Only spots for 64 curlers so don’t wait to register. Sign up soon at the club, the deadline for registration is Dec.1/18.
We will also have our Turkey and Ham Shoot.
Please bring a non-perishable food item for our Christmas Toy and Food Bank.
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| Category: | Art |
| Date: | Dec 8, 2018 |
| Time: | 9:00am - 3:00pm |
| Address: | 644 Memorial Avenue Qualicum Beach |
| Location: | Qualicum Beach Curling Club |
| Cost: | $10 |
| Phone: | 250-752-6162 |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Dec 8, 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 8, 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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Dec 8, 2018
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An eclectic mix of handmade local crafts and foods for gift and personal shopping in our historic 1922 Hall. A hearty lunch, snacks and beverages will be served.
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| Category: | Markets |
| Date: | Dec 8, 2018 |
| Time: | 10:00am - 3:00pm |
| Address: | 1390 Errington Road Errington |
| Location: | Errington War Memorial Hall |
| Cost: | Free |
| Phone: | (250) 248-5106 |
| 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 8, 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 8, 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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Dec 7, 2018
to Dec 8, 2018
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Friday, Dec 7th 5pm – 9pm
Saturday, Dec 8th 10am – 4pm
3rd Annual Handmade for the Holidays Craft & Artisan Market put on by the Nanaimo-Ladysmith school district featuring over 90 handmade vendors all local to Vancouver Island.
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| Category: | Markets |
| Start: | Dec 7, 2018 |
| End: | Dec 8, 2018 |
| Time: | Various |
| Address: | 355 Wakesiah Ave, Nanaimo |
| Location: | Nanaimo District Secondary School |
| Cost: | Free |
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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 8, 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: | Workshop |
| Date: | Dec 8, 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 |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Dec 8, 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 8, 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 7, 2018
to Dec 8, 2018
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Nanaimo Art Gallery Store presents a cozy two-day event featuring locally-made art, gifts, stocking stuffers, treats, and other treasures for the holiday season.
FREE PARKING is available at the Bastion Street Parkade (behind the Royal Bank) only one block away from the Gallery!
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| Category: | Markets |
| Start: | Dec 7, 2018 |
| End: | Dec 8, 2018 |
| Time: | Various |
| Address: | 150 Commercial St, Nanaimo |
| Location: | Nanaimo Art Gallery Store |
| Cost: | Free |
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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 8, 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+.
November 10 – Ryder Bachman
November 17 – Butts Giraud & Friends Blues
November 24 – The Enablers
December 1 – Butts Giraud and Friends
December 8 – Identity Crisis
December 15 – The Enablers
December 22 – Ryder Bachman
December 29 – Kelly Fawcett
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| Category: | Art |
| Date: | Dec 8, 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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Dec 8, 2018
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Generations Church presents our 26th Annual Singing Christmas Tree!
Our giant Christmas Tree is filled with over 50 choir members singing new and old Christmas songs. Along with a drama presentation and light show, our performances are sure to get you in the Christmas spirit!
This year's performance takes a "behind the scenes" look at that very first Christmas, but it doesn't end there. That was just the beginning. The beginning of what, you ask? Come along and find out!
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Dec 8, 2018 |
| Time: | 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM |
| Address: | 1300 Princess Royal Avenue Nanaimo |
| Location: | Generations Church |
| Cost: | Free |
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Dec 8, 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: | Dec 8, 2018 |
| Time: | 3 - 5 PM |
| Address: | 2038 Sanders Road, Nanoose Bay |
| Location: | Rocking Horse Pub |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Dec 8, 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: | Dec 8, 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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Dec 8, 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: | Dec 8, 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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Dec 8, 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 8, 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 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
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The lifeguards are going to bring out all the pool toys for you to enjoy. From the rope swing to the Snake to the Dino ribs there will be water play for everyone. Saturday, December 8th from 1:30 to 5:00 pm. Regular admission. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks 250-752-5014 or view skate and swim schedules online at rdn.bc.ca/recreation.
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| Category: | Art |
| Date: | Dec 8, 2018 |
| Time: | 1:30pm - 5:00pm |
| Address: | 737 Jones Street Qualicum Beach, |
| Location: | Ravensong Aquatic Centre |
| Cost: | Regular Admission |
| Phone: | 250-390-4111 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Dec 8, 2018
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The Addams Family features an original story, and it’s every father’s nightmare. Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family – a man her parents have never met. And if that weren’t upsetting enough, Wednesday confides in her father and begs him not to tell her mother.
Now, Gomez Addams must do something he’s never done before – keep a secret from his beloved wife, Morticia. Everything will change for the ...more info
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| Category: | Theatre |
| Date: | Dec 8, 2018 |
| Time: | 2:30pm - 4:30pm |
| Address: | 900 Fifth Street Nanaimo, |
| Location: | Malaspina Theatre – Vancouver Island University |
| Cost: | $12 |
| 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 8, 2018
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The musicians, in rich medieval attire, perform on a stage set with magnificent backdrops of cathedral and snow that will whisk you to a land of pure magic.
One of our most beloved holiday concerts , Winter Harp, takes you on a magical journey you will never forget. And this year being Winter Harp’s 25th anniversary, you’ll be treated to some of the ensemble’s most popular carols from the past quarter century, as well as some beautiful new carols to mark this anniversary year.
Join this world-class e...more info
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| Category: | Art |
| Date: | Dec 8, 2018 |
| Time: | 3:30pm - 5:00pm |
| Address: | 125 Front Street Nanaimo |
| Location: | The Port Theatre |
| Cost: | See Website |
| Phone: | (250) 754-8550 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Dec 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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