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Nov 20, 2019
to Dec 23, 2019
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Shop local this Christmas at Best Coast Pop Up.
Its happening again! We’re back at Woodgrove Centre!
We’re gathering up some exclusive west coast local makers!
Visit us at our new larger location in Woodgrove Centre November 20th to December 23rd at our Pop Up Shop storefront just past the food court, across from the mall entrance to Landmark Cinemas.
Find your favourites and even some new favourites at our upcoming pop up shop at Woodgrove Centre. We have over 125 different brands all local,...more info
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| Category: | Markets |
| Start: | Nov 20, 2019 |
| End: | Dec 23, 2019 |
| Time: | 10:00am - 5:00pm |
| Address: | 6631 Island Highway North Nanaimo |
| Location: | Woodgrove Centre |
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Dec 6, 2019
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Darrill Hanscom Christmas Woodcraft Sale
Fine turned pepper & salt mills, pastry pins, toothpick holders, bowls, potpourri bowls, spurtles and other unique gift items. Also handcrafted stools, coat trees and children's rocking chairs.
Open Dec 6-9, 13-15 plus other days by appointment or by chance.
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| Category: | Markets |
| Date: | Dec 6, 2019 |
| Time: | 10:00am - 4:00pm |
| Address: | 1590 Morello Road, Nanoose Bay |
| Location: | Darrill Hanscom Woodcraft |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Dec 6, 2019
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Piano Player of the Year at Canada’s Maple Blues Awards for five of the past seven years.
Who would have thought you could be a buzz act when you’re almost 70 years old?
Brian Blain, Toronto Blues Society
Although he’s a Maple Blues Award winner who now lives in Canada, David Vest is an authentic, Southern-bred boogie-woogie piano player, blues shouter and world-class entertainer.
Born in Huntsville, Alabama in 1943, David grew up in Birmingham near Tuxedo Junction. He played his first paying gig in 1957, and by the time he opened for Roy Orbison on New Year’s Day 1962, he was a seas...more info
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| Category: | Concerts |
| Date: | Dec 6, 2019 |
| Time: | 7:00pm - 9:30pm |
| Address: | #8 464 Island Highway East Parksville |
| Location: | Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge |
| Cost: | $25 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Dec 3, 2019
to Dec 21, 2019
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Fresh Start: OCAC Members Show
"Looking forward to the new year ahead and new beginnings" is the theme for this OCAC members show. Oceanside Community Arts Council members have submitted a variety of 2D art for this show, including photography and multi-media. Opening reception is Saturday, December 7th from 1-3 pm and the show will be at the MAC until December 21st.
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| Category: | Events |
| Start: | Dec 3, 2019 |
| End: | Dec 21, 2019 |
| Time: | 10:00am - 4:00pm |
| Address: | 133 McMillan Street, Parksville |
| Location: | McMillan Arts Centre (The MAC) |
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Nov 15, 2019
to Dec 21, 2019
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'I Paint With Light Now' Digital Media Exhibition
Artist Statement:
"The intellectual process of painting has not changed for me since I switched to the digital format five years ago. It remains an intuitive, somewhat baffling and always mysterious activity for me. I would not be using digital if that essential part of painting had to be sacrificed. I think it's important for you to know that I first experienced and practiced my craft as a painter for 40 years before I tried this new technology. And I...more info
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| Category: | Events |
| Start: | Nov 15, 2019 |
| End: | Dec 21, 2019 |
| Time: | 10:00am - 4:00pm |
| Address: | 133 McMillan Street, Parksville |
| Location: | McMillan Arts Centre |
| Cost: | See Website |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Dec 6, 2019
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Live Music at Smoke n Water
Come on down to Smoke n Water for live music every Friday and Saturday.
To see who is playing please visit www.facebook.com/smokenwaterbc/events.
Reservations are recommend for dinner!
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| Category: | Concerts |
| Date: | Dec 6, 2019 |
| Time: | 7:00pm |
| Address: | 1600 Stroulger Road, Parksville |
| Location: | Smoke 'N Water @ Pacific Shores Resort & Spa |
| Cost: | No Cover |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Dec 6, 2019
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5th Annual Magical Nights of Light 2019
If you thought last year's laser light show was spectacular, wait until you see this year's Magical Nights of Light!
• Magical Light Show
• Walk through at your own pace
• Hot Chocolate
• Visit with Santa
• And more ...!
Advance ticket purchase required. Tickets are non-refundable.
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| Category: | Family |
| Date: | Dec 6, 2019 |
| Time: | 6:00pm - 8:00pm |
| Address: | 1240 Leffler Rd., Errington |
| Location: | North Island Wildlife Recovery Centre |
| Cost: | Advance Tickets: $5 per person, 12 & under Free |
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Dec 6, 2019
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VIUs Milner Christmas Magic 2019
Outdoor Christmas light show for the whole family to enjoy: Dec 6 – 8, 13 - 15, 18 – 22, 2019.
Santa, live Christmas music, Teddy Bear Cottage, Storytelling, VIU Baking Students Gingerbread Houses, Refreshments, Tea Room, Gift Shops. Onsite shuttle for mobility challenged. Bring a flashlight. Sorry, we are unable to take Tea Room reservations.
Suggested donation: $5/adult, $2.50/child, $12.00/family (2 adults and up to 3 children/youths under 19 yrs). All entry d...more info
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| Category: | Family |
| Date: | Dec 6, 2019 |
| Time: | 5:00pm - 8:30pm; last entry 8:00pm |
| Address: | 2179 West Island Highway, Qualicum Beach |
| Location: | Milner Gardens & Woodland |
| Cost: | Suggested donation: $5/adult, $2.50/child, $12.00/family (2 adults and up to 3 children/youths under 19 yrs). |
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Nov 27, 2019
to Dec 18, 2019
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North Pole-apalooza 2019
PDBA Celebrates “The Season in the City'! With pop-up rooftop Christmas trees, sparkling white lights on the Alberni Hwy., an all-decked out spruce on Craig St., and a sumptuous draw prize – the members of the Parksville Downtown Business Association are gearing up to celebrate the holiday season.
“North Pole-apalooza” is back for its sixth year. Enter between Nov. 20 and Dec. 18 to win a Gotta Love Downtown gift basket, brimming with treats and surprises from the 25 PDBA ...more info
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| Category: | Events |
| Start: | Nov 27, 2019 |
| End: | Dec 18, 2019 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Dec 6, 2019
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Free full turkey dinner followed by a short program including live music and lots of fun! Come gather around the table together to celebrate the season with friends, family, and guests: all are welcome!
If you’re a part of our church and looking to help with the event, please email Lydia or sign up on a Sunday. Anyone is welcome to bring dessert squares or cookies.
As we celebrate the homeless Son of God, we want to remember the homeless around us. Therefore, this year we will be raising money for two causes: our local Cold Weather Shelter and Manna Homeless Society. You’re welcome to jo...more info
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Dec 6, 2019 |
| Time: | 5:30pm - 8:00pm |
| Address: | 1420 Alberni Highway Parksville, |
| Location: | Oceanside Community Church |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Dec 6, 2019
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Phil Dwyer Trio in Concert
Phil Dwyer Trio, featuring Phil Dwyer, Ken Lister and Hans Verhoeven.
Enjoy an evening of music from classic movies (John Mendel, Henry Mancini, Cole Porter) with our own local Juno-award winning musicians. An event not to be missed!
Make this one of your Pick 6 Choices! (6 shows for $99/$90OCAC)
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| Category: | Concerts |
| Date: | Dec 6, 2019 |
| Time: | 7:00pm |
| Address: | 133 McMillan Street, Parksville |
| Location: | McMillan Arts Centre (The MAC) |
| Cost: | $20; $18 for Members |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Dec 6, 2019
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Enjoy our fabulous Prime Rib Dinner with all the fixin’s. After 4:20.
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Dec 6, 2019 |
| Time: | 4:15pm |
| Address: | 5467 Island Highway S Union Bay |
| Location: | Highwayman Saloon |
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Nov 27, 2019
to Dec 10, 2019
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REDress Project Opening Ceremony
REDress Project, an installation art project that serves as a visual reminder of the number of Aboriginal women across Canada who are no longer with us.
An opening ceremony to mark the beginning of the REDress Project installation will take place on Nov 25 at 9:30am. Mayor and Council, Chief Recalma, and the Canadian Federation of University Women will be in attendance.
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| Category: | Art |
| Start: | Nov 27, 2019 |
| End: | Dec 10, 2019 |
| Address: | #201 - 660 Primrose St, Qualicum Beach |
| Location: | Qualicum Beach Town Hall Foyer |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Dec 6, 2019
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Friday January 10, join us for your free 1st lesson for an introduction to square dance, 7h00-8h00pm. Bradley Centre, Coombs. Dress casual. No partner required.
Winter lessons starting Sunday January 12, 7h00-8h30pm. at Bradley Centre. for your 2nd free lesson.
Mainstream dance follows after the Open House, 8h00-10h00pm. Public is welcome to watch.
Contact: Ray or Debbie Schmidt 250-248-4900 or Lynette McLeod 250-954-2132
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Dec 6, 2019 |
| Time: | 8:00pm - 9:00pm |
| Address: | 975 Shearme Road Coombs |
| Location: | Bradley Centre |
| Cost: | Free |
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Dec 6, 2019
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Sing We Now of Christmas
The Craig Bay Choristers invite you to join them for a varied program of choral music with a festive and seasonal theme featuring such favourites as "Ave Maria", "Mistletoe and Holly" and "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree".
Lonnie Moddle, Director and Ron Klusmeier, Accompanist. Special guests: A Cappella Plus directed by Patricia Plumley.
Tickets available beginning Nov. 12 at Mulberry Bush Bookstores (Parksville & Qualicum Beach) and may be available at the door.
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| Category: | Concerts |
| Date: | Dec 6, 2019 |
| Time: | 7:00pm |
| Address: | 345 Pym St., Parksville |
| Location: | Knox United Church |
| Cost: | $15 Adults, children under 12 free |
| Email: | Send Email |
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