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Vancouver Island Events

 
Apr 14, 2019 to Apr 20, 2019
 
Apr 14, 2019
Apr 14, 2019
dane

This year, we will be offering a similar menu including a couple of types of pickled herring and a full “Kroplatte” (an assortment of Danish style open-faced sandwiches, very Danish & Delicious!). The meal will be prepared by a team of experienced Danish chefs working under the supervision of our own Henny Andersen. Last year, certain and specific duties (cook one item on the menu) were assigned to each of our chefs and then they all came together to assemble the finished product. It was a huge succe...more info
Category:Events
Date:Apr 14, 2019
Time:5:00pm - 11:45pm
Address:500 Bowen Road Nanaimo
Location:Bowen Park Auditorium
Cost:$40
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 14, 2019
easter

Oceanside Concert Choir presents Haydn’s “The Creation” with full choir, piano, organ and 3 professional soloists. This is F.J. Haydn’s musical masterpiece depicting the creation of the world. Directed by Ann Barber with accompanists Margaret and John Nelson.
Knox United Church in Parksville. Advance tix at Mulberry Bush Bookstores.
Category:Concerts
Date:Apr 14, 2019
Time:2:30pm - 4:30pm
Address:345 Pym Street Parksville
Location:Knox United Church (Parksville)
Cost:$20. – $22.
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 14, 2019
ghana

Our Mission!
On April 30th nine students and one VIU faculty member will set out for their month long trip to Ghana. There, they will take part in a variety of tourism activities taken place in some of Ghana’s rural communities. Not only does the money spent on the tours directly impacts the communities economy, but students are then to provide professional feedback to the tour operators to help give insite on what tourists like or maybe don’t like. The group will focus their work in two main areas, At...more info
Category:Events
Date:Apr 14, 2019
Time:12:00pm - 3:00pm
Address:83 Victoria Rd at Cavan st Nanaimo
Location:nanaimo association for community living
Cost:$15
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 14, 2019
brant

Hamilton Marsh Tour - Brant Wildlife Festival

Come and discover the largest wetland on central Vancouver Island - Hamilton Marsh. Learn about birds, plants, and wildlife. Kids become Certified Bug Detectives at the dock! Located 5 minutes from Qualicum Beach just off Highway 4. See website (http://hamilton-marsh.com) for maps, dress in layers, wear your gumboots. Bring your binoculars and scope out the birds! Hamilton Marsh is the most prolific waterfowl brood marsh in the area.

-- A Brant Wildlif...more info
Category:Nature
Date:Apr 14, 2019
Time:10:00am - 3:00pm
Address:Hilliers Rd. S.
Location:Hamilton Marsh
Cost:Admission by donation
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 14, 2019
music

Haydn's Creation by Oceanside Concert Choir - Brant Wildlife Festival

Enjoy the Oceanside Concert Choir as they perform Haydn's Creation Oratorio.

-- A Brant Wildlife Festival Event --
Category:Concerts
Date:Apr 14, 2019
Time:2:30pm
Address:345 Pym St, Parksville, BC
Location:Knox United Church
Cost:See Website
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 14, 2019
play

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.
Category:Family
Date:Apr 14, 2019
Time:3:00pm - 5:00pm
Address:245 Hirst Ave W Parksville
Location:SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 14, 2019
music

After 20 years together, Juno nominated singer-songwriting duo, Madison Violet, are as much wanderers as they are musicians. It is a career filled with endless roads stretching into the horizon, winding through changing landscapes, each kilometre traveled carrying with it the promise of inspiration.
Over the years, the duo have acquired quite a few accolades, including a Juno nomination, a Canadian Folk Music Award for Best Vocal Group Album of the Year and a Critic’s Choice award from Country Music P...more info
Category:Concerts
Date:Apr 14, 2019
Time:7:00pm - 10:00pm
Address:595 Townsite Road Nanaimo
Location:Unitarian Hall, Nanaimo
Cost:$22
Email:Send Email
 
Apr 14, 2019
music

Music On Sunday - The Marmont Quartet

Vancouver Violinist Roger Mangas and pianist Monica Pfau return to Music On Sunday with their superb quartet and a captivating program that will include the rarely heard but gorgeous Mahler Piano Quartet as well as two beautiful piano/string quintets by Mozart and Franck.
Category:Art
Date:Apr 14, 2019
Time:2:30pm - 4:30
Address:122 Fern Road West, Qualicum Beach, BC
Location:The Old School House Arts Centre (TOSH)
Cost:$15.00 (Members) $18.00 (Non-members)
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 14, 2019
jam

*JAMS ARE NOW ON SUNDAYS
​FROM 2-5PM*
Jams will be every second and fourth Sunday of each month
​$5 donation at the door is greatly appreciated
Our Jam sessions are lovingly led by Barbara Gilmore.
They are usually unplugged and are strictly for non-amplified instruments (ie. acoustic guitars, ukeleles, mandolins, harmonicas, hand drums etc. No electric instruments on these days.
Check out our Facebook page for more details on each jam session, lately Barbara has been choosing ex...more info
Category:Art
Date:Apr 14, 2019
Time:2:00pm - 5:00pm
Address:#8 464 Island Highway East Parksville,
Location: Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge
Cost:$5
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 12, 2019 to Jun 3, 2019
port

Part of the Art @ the Vancouver Island Conference Centre Presented by Nanaimo Arts Council Series, “Portraits” features photography and paintings by local artists from Vancouver Island. Show runs April 5th to June 3rd, 2019 at the Pipers Lagoon Lobby in the Conference Centre main level – 80 Commercial Street, Nanaimo. Open to the public Monday to Friday 8:30am-4:30pm.
Category:Art
Start:Apr 12, 2019
End:Jun 3, 2019
Time:8:30am - 4:30pm
Address:101 Gordon St Nanaimo
Location:Vancouver Island Conference Centre
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 14, 2019
school

For grades 7, 8 & 9. Games, field trips and music allow youth to express themselves and develop friendships.
Category:Family
Date:Apr 14, 2019
Time:3:30pm - 6:30pm
Address:245 Hirst Ave W Parksville,
Location:SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 14, 2019
pan
The second Sunday of each month, 8:00 – noon. Lots of fun, food, great live music, and shopping.
Check out the vendors at – https://www.facebook.com/SecondSundayMarket/
Everything from a great selection of unique, handmade items, vintage collectibles, crafting supplies, tools, and household goods.
We also have a yummy pancake breakfast and live music.
Vendors – Only $10 ($11 non-members) inside or out.
778-424-9900 leave message
Category:Art
Date:Apr 14, 2019
Time:8:00am - 12:00pm
Address:240 Lions Way Qualicum Beach,
Location:Lighthouse Community Centre
Cost:Free to browse, with items available to purchase
Phone:(250) 757-9711
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 14, 2019
Spring Craft and Plant Sale
Sunday April 14th,2019
Souper Luncheon
Good Quality Items
Free Admission
Category:Markets
Date:Apr 14, 2019
Time:8:00am - 3:00pm
Address:5401 Island Hwy S Union Ba
Location:Union Bay Community Hall
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 14, 2019
smoke

Make Sunday your favourite day of the week with Smoke 'N Water's signature brunch buffet, every Sunday from 9-2. Whether you’re craving breakfast or lunch you will find a great selection of fresh, house made dishes to satisfy your appetite.
Category:Events
Date:Apr 14, 2019
Time:9:00am
Address:1-1600 Strougler Rd, Nanoose Bay
Location:Smoke N Water Restaurant
Cost:Adults $17.95 Kids 6-12 $8.95 Kids 5 & Under Free.
Website:Open Site
Email:Send Email
 
Apr 14, 2019
f

Our Sunday-Funday Jam is always a blast! The Qualicum Bay Lions start the meat draw at 3:30. Only $1 a ticket!
Category:Events
Date:Apr 14, 2019
Time:3:00pm - 7:00pm
Address:6120 West Island Hwy Qualicum Beach
Location:Crown & Anchor Pub
Email:Send Email
 
Feb 26, 2019 to Apr 14, 2019
two

Opening Reception: Surface Language Two Exhibition

"Surface Language Two: painting in an abstract dialect" features the work of Leona Petrak, Anne Jones and Dennis Brown.

This exhibition runs February 26 to April 14, 2019.

Join us for the Opening Reception March 2nd and meet these talented artists.

Visit our website for more details on this exhibition
Category:Art
Start:Feb 26, 2019
End:Apr 14, 2019
Time:1:00pm
Address:133 McMillan Street, Parksville
Location:The MAC - McMillan Arts Centre
Cost:See Website
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 14, 2019
swing

Every second Sunday of every month at 7 PM. The GZAL on the Island Highway in Parksville between the Boston Pizza and Tim Hortons, beside Kerry’s Automotive.
We’ve been working out of the Real Books Volume 1 and 2, because we have these in C (treble and bass clef), Bb and Eb. Singers are welcome, but we need proper charts to work from. We have some lyric sheets and charts for singers to choose from, but not a complete list, and only in certain keys. We will have a list of songs with lyrics and charts ...more info
Category:Concerts
Date:Apr 14, 2019
Time:7:00pm - 9:00pm
Address:#8 464 Island Highway East Parksville
Location:Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge
Cost:$5
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 14, 2019
jazz

Every second Sunday of every month at 7 PM. The GZAL on the Island Highway in Parksville between the Boston Pizza and Tim Hortons, beside Kerry’s Automotive.
We’ve been working out of the Real Books Volume 1 and 2, because we have these in C (treble and bass clef), Bb and Eb. Singers are welcome, but we need proper charts to work from. We have some lyric sheets and charts for singers to choose from, but not a complete list, and only in certain keys. We will have a list of songs with lyrics and charts t...more info
Category:Events
Date:Apr 14, 2019
Time:7:00pm - 9:00pm
Address:#8 464 Island Highway East Parksville
Location:Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge
Cost:$5
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 14, 2019
cloud

Parenting Teenagers, Systematic Training for Effective Parenting

This is a 6-week parenting information group that will guide participants, step-by-step through strategies for approaching parent/teen relationships with calm, confidence and clarity.

Dates: April 15th - June 3rd (excluding Apr 22 and May 20), 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Contact Ramona at FRA by April 1st to register. Limited to 10 participants.

Topics Include:
Understanding Yourself and Your Teenager
Changing Your Response to Your Teen...more info
Category:Family
Date:Apr 14, 2019
Time:5:30pm - 6:30pm
Address:198 Morison Ave, Parksville, BC
Location:Family Resource Association, Parksville
Cost:optional $23 for resource book
Email:Send Email
 
Apr 14, 2019
garage

On April 14th from 9 am-Noon, Team Susan Forrest Royal LePage is hosting a
FUNDraiser GARAGE SALE at 1-183 W Island Highway in Parksville.
Look for the signs.
ALL of the PROCEEDS are going to Haven House; our LOCAL WOMEN'S SHELTER.
We’ve been collecting lots of great items and amazing finds...come for the treasures and leave knowing you did something GREAT for our community.
SEE YOU THERE!
Category:Garage Sale
Date:Apr 14, 2019
Time:9:00am - Noon
Address:1-183 West Island Hwy, Parksville
Cost:Free to Browse
Website:Open Site
Email:Send Email
 
Apr 14, 2019
music

This is Me! – Youth Infusion. Join our choir in celebrating the talents of Oceanside youth in a joyful musical environment! Tickets available at Mulberry Bush bookstores or at the door. Adults $15 – students and children free.
Category:Concerts
Date:Apr 14, 2019
Time:2:30pm
Address:825 Village Way Qualicum Beach
Location:Christian Fellowship Centre-Q.B.
Cost:$15
Website:Open Site
Apr 15, 2019
Apr 15, 2019
toast

Arbutus Toastmasters: 7:00pm. Every Monday. Everyone Welcome.
Category:Events
Date:Apr 15, 2019
Time:7:00pm
Address:132 E. Jensen Ave Parksville
Location:Parksville Community & Conference Centre
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
Email:Send Email
 
Apr 15, 2019
cardio

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
Category:Workshop
Date:Apr 15, 2019
Time:9:30am - 10:30am
Address:1390 Errington Road Errington
Location:Errington War Memorial Hall
Cost:$7 – $10
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 15, 2019
friends

Welcome to the Harbour City Newcomers Club of Nanaimo. We meet on the 3rd Monday of each month at the Oliver Woods Community Centre. We have the opportunity to sign up for a multitude of activities and special events. Check out our website which will give you an idea of the club and the regular activities & events provided. Our meetings are casual and fun, as well as informative. We have a local guest speaker and lots of time to socialize. We can help you discover the City of Nanaimo and meet lots...more info
Category:Events
Date:Apr 15, 2019
Time:7:00pm - 9:00pm
Address:6000 Oliver Road Nanaimo
Location:Oliver Woods Community Centre
Cost:$25
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 15, 2019
Come and have fun embroidering with other keen stitchers. We sometimes have talks or small classes, which are optional. Membership includes Embroidery Canada Assoc membership which includes their magazine and access to classes. In Jan to May some members will work on a Blackwork project together.
Category:Workshop
Date:Apr 15, 2019
Time:7:00pm - 9:00pm
Address:2221 Bowen Road Nanaimo
Location:Christ Community Church
Cost:Free
 
Apr 15, 2019
play

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.
Category:Family
Date:Apr 15, 2019
Time:3:00pm - 5:00pm
Address:245 Hirst Ave W Parksville
Location:SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 15, 2019
Dr Cathryn Spence, a Professor in History at VIU is our guest speaker. My research looks at women in early modern Scotland and one of the sources I use are wills and testaments. Her speech will be on accessing, reading and using such testaments in genealogical research.
Category:Events
Date:Apr 15, 2019
Time:6:00pm - 9:00pm
Address:2300 Bowen Road Nanaimo
Location:Beban Park Social Centre Rooms 7 & 8
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 12, 2019 to Jun 3, 2019
port

Part of the Art @ the Vancouver Island Conference Centre Presented by Nanaimo Arts Council Series, “Portraits” features photography and paintings by local artists from Vancouver Island. Show runs April 5th to June 3rd, 2019 at the Pipers Lagoon Lobby in the Conference Centre main level – 80 Commercial Street, Nanaimo. Open to the public Monday to Friday 8:30am-4:30pm.
Category:Art
Start:Apr 12, 2019
End:Jun 3, 2019
Time:8:30am - 4:30pm
Address:101 Gordon St Nanaimo
Location:Vancouver Island Conference Centre
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 15, 2019
school

For grades 7, 8 & 9. Games, field trips and music allow youth to express themselves and develop friendships.
Category:Family
Date:Apr 15, 2019
Time:3:30pm - 6:30pm
Address:245 Hirst Ave W Parksville
Location:SOS Child, Youth &Family Centre
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 15, 2019 to Jun 3, 2019
cloud

Parenting Teenagers, Systematic Training for Effective Parenting

This is a 6-week parenting information group that will guide participants, step-by-step through strategies for approaching parent/teen relationships with calm, confidence and clarity.

Dates: April 15th - June 3rd (excluding Apr 22 and May 20), 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Contact Ramona at FRA by April 1st to register. Limited to 10 participants.

Topics Include:
Understanding Yourself and Your Teenager
Changing Your Response to Your Teen...more info
Category:Family
Start:Apr 15, 2019
End:Jun 3, 2019
Time:5:30pm - 6:30pm
Address:198 Morison Ave, Parksville, BC
Location:Family Resource Association, Parksville
Cost:optional $23 for resource book
Email:Send Email
 
Apr 15, 2019
rail

Our April 15 speaker is Byron Horner, President of Spirit Bear Entertainment Inc. and Executive Producer of the “Great Bear Rainforest” IMAX film. Join Byron in a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the upcoming IMAX production of The Great Bear Rainforest.
Byron will show clips from the movie as well as out-takes made during the filming process. The film-makers partnered with First Nations to capture the stunning beauty of the region and the fascinating flora and fauna in the sea, land, and sky (in...more info
Category:Events
Date:Apr 15, 2019
Time:8:30am - 10:15am
Address:240 Dogwood Street Parksville
Location:Quality Resort Bayside
Cost:See Website
Website:Open Site
Apr 16, 2019
Apr 16, 2019
Advance Care Planning is a process that prepares individuals and their families to make decisions about their future health and personal care. It begins by normalizing conversations about dying and death, grieving and planning for care. At Oceanside Hospice Society we pledge to engage people in conversations about the importance of advance care planning as a future gift to their loved ones.
Please join our pledge, and help us spread the word.
Tea, coffee, and cookies will be served.
Admission is free but donations will be gratefully accepted.
Please register by calling 250-752-6227 as seat...more info
Category:Family
Date:Apr 16, 2019
Time:11:00am - 1:00pm
Address:1000 Allsbrook Road Parksville,
Location:Yates Memorial Service
Cost:Admission is free, donations are gratefully accepted
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 16, 2019
cardio

Cardio Dance Club: Parksville

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 favourites. Classes include hip hop, top 40, R&B, and songs from around the world too (...more info
Category:Workshop
Date:Apr 16, 2019
Time:6:00pm
Address:#5-464 Island Hwy E, Parksville, BC
Location:FLUID Fitness
Cost:$10
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 16, 2019
play

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.
Category:Family
Date:Apr 16, 2019
Time:3:00pm - 5:00pm
Address:245 Hirst Ave W Parksville
Location:SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 16, 2019
Looking for a safe space to talk about the joys and challenges of parenting? The Parent Support Services Society of BC believes that every parent is the expert of their own family. Often parents simply need to be heard and to hear the voice of other parents in a safe support space. For more information call 250-468-9658 or email parent@telus.net
Category:Family
Date:Apr 16, 2019
Time:6:30pm - 8:00pm
Location:Coombs, BC
Phone:1-877-345-9777
Website:Open Site
Email:Send Email
 
Apr 16, 2019
bird

Bird walks from the Parksville Beach Community Park at 9 a.m. on Tuesdays going to different areas in and around the Parksville Qualicum Beach area. Visit their website for more info.
Category:Events
Date:Apr 16, 2019
Time:9 AM
Address:Various Locations around the Parksville Qualicum Beach Area.
Location:Parksville Beach Community Park
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 12, 2019 to Jun 3, 2019
port

Part of the Art @ the Vancouver Island Conference Centre Presented by Nanaimo Arts Council Series, “Portraits” features photography and paintings by local artists from Vancouver Island. Show runs April 5th to June 3rd, 2019 at the Pipers Lagoon Lobby in the Conference Centre main level – 80 Commercial Street, Nanaimo. Open to the public Monday to Friday 8:30am-4:30pm.
Category:Art
Start:Apr 12, 2019
End:Jun 3, 2019
Time:8:30am - 4:30pm
Address:101 Gordon St Nanaimo
Location:Vancouver Island Conference Centre
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 16, 2019
school

For grades 7, 8 & 9. Games, field trips and music allow youth to express themselves and develop friendships.
Category:Family
Date:Apr 16, 2019
Time:3:30pm - 6:30pm
Address:245 Hirst Ave W Parksville
Location:SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 16, 2019
SERP

This Spring — One of Dance Magazine’s Top 25 to Watch, Daina Ashbee, returns to her hometown of Nanaimo to present her riveting installation performance, Serpentine. The work (performed by Areli Moran) vibrates the essence of Ashbee’s dark and feminine pieces, and is intended as a short and intense summary of her previous three works: Unrelated (2014); When the ice melts, will we drink the water? (2016); and Pour (2016).
Audiences are invited onto the Port Theatre stage to witness this intimate depicti...more info
Category:Theatre
Date:Apr 16, 2019
Time:7:30pm - 9:00pm
Address:125 Front Street Nanaimo
Location:The Port Theatre
Cost:See Website
Phone:250-716-3230
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 15, 2019 to Jun 3, 2019
cloud

Parenting Teenagers, Systematic Training for Effective Parenting

This is a 6-week parenting information group that will guide participants, step-by-step through strategies for approaching parent/teen relationships with calm, confidence and clarity.

Dates: April 15th - June 3rd (excluding Apr 22 and May 20), 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Contact Ramona at FRA by April 1st to register. Limited to 10 participants.

Topics Include:
Understanding Yourself and Your Teenager
Changing Your Response to Your Teen...more info
Category:Family
Start:Apr 15, 2019
End:Jun 3, 2019
Time:5:30pm - 6:30pm
Address:198 Morison Ave, Parksville, BC
Location:Family Resource Association, Parksville
Cost:optional $23 for resource book
Email:Send Email
 
Apr 16, 2019
karate

Accepting New Students: 5:30 p.m. every Tuesday, during the school year, at Arrowview Elementary School gym,Qualicum Beach. Umi Wado Kai Karate teaches the art of self-defence, while instilling a strong sense of self-discipline, self-confidence, respect and humility. Classes are geared for ages 7 and up and emphasize skill development in a fun and interactive way. To learn more, please contact Daniel McKee at 250-650-5451.
Category:Workshop
Date:Apr 16, 2019
Time:5:30pm
Address:747 Jones Street Qualicum Beach
Location:Qualicum Beach Civic Centre
Cost:Email for Details
Email:Send Email
 
Apr 16, 2019
Join Tracey Babb Pike for this beginner and yet all level yoga class to improve your core strength, stability and balance. This class will help with back pain and allows alot of stretching.
Category:Workshop
Date:Apr 16, 2019
Time:3:45pm - 5:00pm
Address:650 Berwick Rd. qualicum Beac
Location:The Gardens, Qualicum Beach
Cost:See Website
Website:Open Site
Apr 17, 2019
Apr 17, 2019
am

Amelia Thomas and GroundZero Acoustic Lounge present a night of some of Brazil’s best music.
​From enchanting bossa novas to heart racing sambas, let Amelia and her band sweep you away to Rio right in the heart of Parksville. With repertoire from the Antonio Carlos Jobim, Chico Buarque, Jorge Ben, Caetano Veloso, Elis Regina and more – there is sure to be a tune to get everyone moving.
Amelia Thomas studied jazz and trumpet at both the prestigious Conservatorium van Amsterdam and Vancouver Isla...more info
Category:Concerts
Date:Apr 17, 2019
Time:7:00pm - 9:30pm
Address:#8 464 Island Highway East Parksville,
Location:Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge
Cost:$20
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 17, 2019
cardio

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 favourites. Classes include hip hop, top 40, R&B, and songs from around the world too (such as K-Pop from Korea, and Lat...more info
Category:Workshop
Date:Apr 17, 2019
Time:6:00pm - 7:00pm
Address:1390 Errington Rd., Errington, BC
Location:Errington War Memorial Hall
Cost:$10
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 17, 2019
garden

Eaglecrest Garden Club Monthly Meeting

Bryan Ellis speaking on "Pelargoniums (Geraniums)". Bryan is an avid plant collector with a large collection of orchids (somewhere between one and two thousand), mostly cool growing cloud forest species. His pelargonium collection is around 150 species and hybrids ranging from the classic red ball geraniums to unusual succulent species that require almost no water to survive. He also grows carnivores, alpines, woodlanders, bog plants, tree ferns, tropicals, and...more info
Category:Nature
Date:Apr 17, 2019
Time:7:00pm - 9:00pm
Address:747 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach, BC
Location:Qualicum Beach Civic Centre
Cost:Guests $3
Email:Send Email
 
Apr 17, 2019
Qualicum Beach Flying Club
Coffee morning
Category:Events
Date:Apr 17, 2019
Time:9:00am - 10:00am
Address:#9- 1000 Ravensbourne Lane Qualicum Beach
Location:Qualicum Beach Flying Club hangar
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 17, 2019
play

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.
Category:Family
Date:Apr 17, 2019
Time:3:00pm - 5:00pm
Address:245 Hirst Ave W Parksville
Location:SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 17, 2019
club ride at Hammerfest trails
Category:Events
Date:Apr 17, 2019
Time:6:00pm
Location:yellow gate just before you reach Englishman river park Errington
Cost:Free
 
Apr 17, 2019
bingo
Nanoose Bay Bingo every Weds evening at the Community Center.
Category:Events
Date:Apr 17, 2019
Time:6pm – 10pm
Address: 2925 Northwest Bay Road, Nanoose Bay
Location:Nanoose Place Community Centre
Email:Send Email
 
Apr 12, 2019 to Jun 3, 2019
port

Part of the Art @ the Vancouver Island Conference Centre Presented by Nanaimo Arts Council Series, “Portraits” features photography and paintings by local artists from Vancouver Island. Show runs April 5th to June 3rd, 2019 at the Pipers Lagoon Lobby in the Conference Centre main level – 80 Commercial Street, Nanaimo. Open to the public Monday to Friday 8:30am-4:30pm.
Category:Art
Start:Apr 12, 2019
End:Jun 3, 2019
Time:8:30am - 4:30pm
Address:101 Gordon St Nanaimo
Location:Vancouver Island Conference Centre
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 17, 2019
Guest Speaker : Susanne Sulzberger – Reference Archivist for Library and Archives Canada. All Welcome
Category:Events
Date:Apr 17, 2019
Time:7:00pm
Address:180 Veterans Way Qualicum Beach,
Location:Qualicum Beach Legion (Branch #76)
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 17, 2019
Work parties at the Fanny Bay Salmon Enhancement Society Hatchery.
Category:Events
Date:Apr 17, 2019
Time:9:00am - 12:00pm
Address:8425 Berray Road Fanny Bay
Location:Fanny Bay Salmon Hatchery
Website:Open Site
Email:Send Email
 
Apr 17, 2019
school

For grades 7, 8 & 9. Games, field trips and music allow youth to express themselves and develop friendships.
Category:Family
Date:Apr 17, 2019
Time:3:30pm - 6:30pm
Address:245 Hirst Ave W Parksville
Location:SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 17, 2019
sec

Contact SAT@sosd69.com or call 250-248-2093 ext. 224
A friendly comfortable place for social interaction, fun outings and gathering information.
Category:Family
Date:Apr 17, 2019
Time:8:00am - 5:00pm
Address:245 Hirst Ave W Parksville
Location:SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 17, 2019
walk

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
Category:Events
Date:Apr 17, 2019
Time:10:00am - 11:00am
Location:Various Locations in Oceanside
Website:Open Site
Email:Send Email
 
Apr 15, 2019 to Jun 3, 2019
cloud

Parenting Teenagers, Systematic Training for Effective Parenting

This is a 6-week parenting information group that will guide participants, step-by-step through strategies for approaching parent/teen relationships with calm, confidence and clarity.

Dates: April 15th - June 3rd (excluding Apr 22 and May 20), 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Contact Ramona at FRA by April 1st to register. Limited to 10 participants.

Topics Include:
Understanding Yourself and Your Teenager
Changing Your Response to Your Teen...more info
Category:Family
Start:Apr 15, 2019
End:Jun 3, 2019
Time:5:30pm - 6:30pm
Address:198 Morison Ave, Parksville, BC
Location:Family Resource Association, Parksville
Cost:optional $23 for resource book
Email:Send Email
 
Apr 17, 2019
wings

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.
Category:Events
Date:Apr 17, 2019
Time:11:00am
Address:5467 Island Highway S Union Bay,
Location:Highwayman Saloon
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 17, 2019
cloud

Formal and informal activities for developing and supporting self-discovery and personal growth in all areas of your life.
Category:Workshop
Date:Apr 17, 2019
Time:6:30pm - 8:30pm
Address:245 Hirst Ave W Parksville
Location:SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 17, 2019
Join Tracey Babb Pike in this 8 week happier feet yoga series. Beginners & Drop Ins Welcome!
Category:Workshop
Date:Apr 17, 2019
Time:8:30am - 9:45am
Address:133 McMillan Street Parksville
Location:McMillan Arts Centre (MAC)
Cost:See Website
Phone:(250) 248-8185
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 17, 2019
yoga

Join Devon for this gentle class every Wednesday morning
Category:Workshop
Date:Apr 17, 2019
Time:9:00am - 10:00am
Address:2331 East Wellington Road Nanaimo
Location:Unity Spiritual Centre Nanaimo
Cost:by donation
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 17, 2019
yoga

Join Devon for this gentle class every Wednesday morning
Category:Workshop
Date:Apr 17, 2019
Time:9:00am - 10:00am
Cost:by donation
Phone:250-751-0775
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 17, 2019
Come connect with others. Eat snacks, shoot some pool, play some games, play music or make some cool art. Drop-ins welcome.
Category:Family
Date:Apr 17, 2019
Time:3:30pm - 6:30pm
Address:744 Primrose Street Room 9 Qualicum Beach
Location:Qualicum Commons
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
Apr 18, 2019
Apr 18, 2019 to May 5, 2019
main

ALMOST, MAIN by John Cariani – April 18th – May 5th, 2019 ECHO PLAYERS Production
An absolute charmer” Vancouver Sun
It’s winter in Almost, Maine. Waitresses, lost visitors, tough and not-so-tough women and men gather under the northern lights to try to make sense of this strange thing called love. Funny and sexy, structured as a series of vignettes that take place over one night under the Aurora Borealis in the far north, Almost, Maine explores the complex facets of love through humor and magic realis...more info
Category:Theatre
Start:Apr 18, 2019
End:May 5, 2019
Time:7:30pm - 9:30pm
Address:110 W 2nd Ave Qualicum Beach
Location:Village Theatre Qualicum Beach
Cost:$14 – $23
Phone:2507523522
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 18, 2019
stitch

1st and 3rd Thu of each month. Come and embroider, learn new techniques and for friendship with other stitchers.
Category:Events
Date:Apr 18, 2019
Time:9:30am
Address:747 Jones Street Qualicum Beach
Location:Qualicum Beach Civic Centre
Cost:Free
Phone:(250) 752-1992
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 18, 2019
blue

Our weekly Thursday Night Blues/Rock Jam hosted by Warren & Friends… Gets started shortly after 8:00 PM – Everyone Welcome 19+
Category:Events
Date:Apr 18, 2019
Time:8:00pm
Address:5467 Island Highway S Union Bay
Location:Highwayman Saloon
Cost:No Cover
Phone:335-0256
 
Apr 18, 2019
cardio

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
Category:Workshop
Date:Apr 18, 2019
Time:6:00pm - 7:00pm
Address:1390 Errington Road Errington,
Location:Errington War Memorial Hall
Cost:$48
Phone:(250) 248-5106
Website:Open Site
Email:Send Email
 
Apr 18, 2019
cardio

Cardio Dance Club: Qualicum Beach

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 to...more info
Category:Workshop
Date:Apr 18, 2019
Time:9:30am
Address:644 Memorial Avenue, Qualicum Beach, BC
Location:Qualicum Beach Community Hall
Cost:$10
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 18, 2019
Living is an ongoing wonder of discovery. Yet living with mindful thoughts too far into the future or past can distract from the present moment. What lies beneath the cacophony and beauty of reality? How is a spiritual balance achieved? The Bethlehem Centre is inviting you for a weekend of paying attention to the presence of the Sacred in nature, in others and within ourselves from 3 pm Thursday, Apr 18, 2019, to 6 pm Sunday, Apr 21, 2019, at 2371 Arbot Rd.
Framed by the themes of the Paschal story, participants will spend time engaged in practices designed to enliven the heart, soul, mind, a...more info
Category:Workshop
Date:Apr 18, 2019
Time:3:00pm - 6:00pm
Address:2371 Arbot Road Nanaimo,
Location:Bethlehem Centre
Cost:$415 – $625
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 18, 2019
Informal free drop-in to maintain or improve your French. 2:30 to 4:00 in the Serious Coffee meeting room
Category:Workshop
Date:Apr 18, 2019
Time:2:30pm - 4:00pm
Address:1209 East Island Hwy Parksville
Location:Serious Coffee Parksville
Cost:Free
Name:David Prud’homme
Phone:250-738-0819
Email:Send Email
 
Apr 18, 2019
play

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.
Category:Family
Date:Apr 18, 2019
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
 
Apr 18, 2019
play

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.
Category:Family
Date:Apr 18, 2019
Time:3:00pm - 5:00pm
Address:744 Primrose Street Room 9 Qualicum Beach,
Location:Qualicum Commons
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 18, 2019
Develop trust, support and friendship while developing new skills and confidence
Category:Workshop
Date:Apr 18, 2019
Time:7:00pm - 9:00pm
Address:245 Hirst Ave W Parksville
Location:SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 12, 2019 to Jun 3, 2019
port

Part of the Art @ the Vancouver Island Conference Centre Presented by Nanaimo Arts Council Series, “Portraits” features photography and paintings by local artists from Vancouver Island. Show runs April 5th to June 3rd, 2019 at the Pipers Lagoon Lobby in the Conference Centre main level – 80 Commercial Street, Nanaimo. Open to the public Monday to Friday 8:30am-4:30pm.
Category:Art
Start:Apr 12, 2019
End:Jun 3, 2019
Time:8:30am - 4:30pm
Address:101 Gordon St Nanaimo
Location:Vancouver Island Conference Centre
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 18, 2019
school

For grades 7, 8 & 9. Games, field trips and music allow youth to express themselves and develop friendships.
Category:Family
Date:Apr 18, 2019
Time:3:30pm - 6:30pm
Address:245 Hirst Ave W Parksville
Location:SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 15, 2019 to Jun 3, 2019
cloud

Parenting Teenagers, Systematic Training for Effective Parenting

This is a 6-week parenting information group that will guide participants, step-by-step through strategies for approaching parent/teen relationships with calm, confidence and clarity.

Dates: April 15th - June 3rd (excluding Apr 22 and May 20), 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Contact Ramona at FRA by April 1st to register. Limited to 10 participants.

Topics Include:
Understanding Yourself and Your Teenager
Changing Your Response to Your Teen...more info
Category:Family
Start:Apr 15, 2019
End:Jun 3, 2019
Time:5:30pm - 6:30pm
Address:198 Morison Ave, Parksville, BC
Location:Family Resource Association, Parksville
Cost:optional $23 for resource book
Email:Send Email
 
Apr 18, 2019
Grades 10-12. Old and new friends get together for dinner, music,creative projects, games, outings and more! Drop-in.
Category:Family
Date:Apr 18, 2019
Time:3:30pm - 7:30pm
Address:245 Hirst Ave W Parksville
Location:SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
Apr 19, 2019
Apr 18, 2019 to May 5, 2019
main

ALMOST, MAIN by John Cariani – April 18th – May 5th, 2019 ECHO PLAYERS Production
An absolute charmer” Vancouver Sun
It’s winter in Almost, Maine. Waitresses, lost visitors, tough and not-so-tough women and men gather under the northern lights to try to make sense of this strange thing called love. Funny and sexy, structured as a series of vignettes that take place over one night under the Aurora Borealis in the far north, Almost, Maine explores the complex facets of love through humor and magic realis...more info
Category:Theatre
Start:Apr 18, 2019
End:May 5, 2019
Time:7:30pm - 9:30pm
Address:110 W 2nd Ave Qualicum Beach
Location:Village Theatre Qualicum Beach
Cost:$14 – $23
Phone:2507523522
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 19, 2019
music

third Friday each month from September through May. Open stage music for everyone. Adults admission is $5 with musicians and kids free.
Category:Concerts
Date:Apr 19, 2019
Time:7:00pm
Address:2601 Alberni Highway Coombs,
Location:Coombs Rodeo Grounds
Cost:$5, musicians and kids free.
Phone:(250) 248-1009
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 19, 2019
smoke

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!
Category:Concerts
Date:Apr 19, 2019
Time:7:00pm
Address:1600 Stroulger Road, Parksville
Location:Smoke 'N Water @ Pacific Shores Resort & Spa
Cost:No Cover
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 19, 2019
mic

Have you got three songs you want to sing/play in front of a welcoming audience? Original or cover songs – doesn’t matter. Either by yourself or with a few friends – doesn’t matter. Acoustic or electric – doesn’t matter. Even if you’re just getting started – you know the drill – it just doesn’t matter. We will accept and encourage all forms and genres of musical style. We will provide the PA systems and mics (or you can just sing without any amplification if you prefer). We will also have a keyboard and d...more info
Category:Events
Date:Apr 19, 2019
Time:7:00pm - 10:00pm
Address:#8 464 Island Highway East Parksville
Location:Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge
Cost:$5 admission (performers are free)
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 19, 2019 to Apr 20, 2019
mull

The play is set in the Midlands of Ireland and involves two farmers, Anthony and Rosemary, who live next to each other. Rosemary has been romantically interested in Anthony for all of her life. Anthony, however, is shy and is unaware of Rosemary’s feelings. Anthony does not like farming and his father plans to leave the farm to a nephew.
For evening performances doors open at 7pm and for matinee 1:30pm.
Category:Theatre
Start:Apr 19, 2019
End:Apr 20, 2019
Time:7:30pm - 9:30pm
Address:2388 Cedar Rd Nanaimo
Location:Cedar Community Hall
Cost:$20
Phone:250-722-2459
Website:Open Site
Email:Send Email
 
Apr 19, 2019 to Jun 3, 2019
parent

Parenting Teenagers, Systematic Training for Effective Parenting

This is a 6-week parenting information group that will guide participants, step-by-step through strategies for approaching parent/teen relationships with calm, confidence and clarity.

Dates: April 15th - June 3rd (excluding Apr 22 and May 20), 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Contact Ramona at FRA by April 1st to register. Limited to 10 participants.

Topics Include:
Understanding Yourself and Your Teenager
Changing Your Response to Your Tee...more info
Category:Workshop
Start:Apr 19, 2019
End:Jun 3, 2019
Time:5:30pm - 6:30pm
Address:198 Morison Ave, Parksville, BC
Location:Family Resource Association, Parksville
Cost:optional $23 for resource book
 
Apr 19, 2019 to Apr 20, 2019
Parksville Lawn Bowling Club Annual Open House

Here's your opportunity to experience the fun of lawn bowling. Our club has a welcoming atmosphere with friendly people just waiting to share their love of the sport with you. Lawn bowling offers great exercise for both the body and the brain. Strategy and fun are all part of this niche sport. Wear flat soled shoes, comfy clothes and prepare to have a really great time. See you on the green!!
Category:Events
Start:Apr 19, 2019
End:Apr 20, 2019
Time:1:00pm - 4:00pm
Address:149 E. Stanford, Parksville, BC
Location:Parksville Lawn Bowling Club
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 12, 2019 to Jun 3, 2019
port

Part of the Art @ the Vancouver Island Conference Centre Presented by Nanaimo Arts Council Series, “Portraits” features photography and paintings by local artists from Vancouver Island. Show runs April 5th to June 3rd, 2019 at the Pipers Lagoon Lobby in the Conference Centre main level – 80 Commercial Street, Nanaimo. Open to the public Monday to Friday 8:30am-4:30pm.
Category:Art
Start:Apr 12, 2019
End:Jun 3, 2019
Time:8:30am - 4:30pm
Address:101 Gordon St Nanaimo
Location:Vancouver Island Conference Centre
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 19, 2019
prime

Enjoy our fabulous Prime Rib Dinner with all the fixin’s. After 4:20.
Category:Events
Date:Apr 19, 2019
Time:4:15pm
Address:5467 Island Highway S Union Bay
Location:Highwayman Saloon
 
Apr 19, 2019
sarah

Come out and enjoy pianist Sarah Wood in an evening of easy listening performance. As a award winner she is both timeless and universal.
Category:Concerts
Date:Apr 19, 2019
Time:6:00pm - 9:00pm
Address:240 Dogwood Street Parksville,
Location:Bayside Bistro & Lounge
Cost:Free
 
Apr 15, 2019 to Jun 3, 2019
cloud

Parenting Teenagers, Systematic Training for Effective Parenting

This is a 6-week parenting information group that will guide participants, step-by-step through strategies for approaching parent/teen relationships with calm, confidence and clarity.

Dates: April 15th - June 3rd (excluding Apr 22 and May 20), 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Contact Ramona at FRA by April 1st to register. Limited to 10 participants.

Topics Include:
Understanding Yourself and Your Teenager
Changing Your Response to Your Teen...more info
Category:Family
Start:Apr 15, 2019
End:Jun 3, 2019
Time:5:30pm - 6:30pm
Address:198 Morison Ave, Parksville, BC
Location:Family Resource Association, Parksville
Cost:optional $23 for resource book
Email:Send Email
 
Apr 19, 2019
All parents/family caregivers and their children are welcome to join. Catch up over coffee or do activities with the children. Drop-in.
Category:Family
Date:Apr 19, 2019
Time:8:00am - 5:00pm
Address:245 Hirst Ave W Parksville
Location:SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 19, 2019
milner

VIU's Milner Gardens & Woodland Bunny Trail

Bring the children or grandchildren for a children's Easter Bunny search taking place in the Gardens. At the Welcome & Interpretive Centre, children can pick up maps for clues to spotting the bunnies, and then return the map to the Pool House Gift Shop to receive an Easter treat.

Adult admission $9, Youth $5. Free admission for children 12 and under accompanied by an adult, members, and current VIU students with card.

Garden open 10am to 5pm...more info
Category:Family
Date:Apr 19, 2019
Time:10:00am - 4:30pm
Address:2179 West Island Highway, Qualicum Beach, BC
Location:VIU Milner Gardens & Woodland
Cost:: $9 Adult, $5 Youth (13-18 yrs) Free - Children 12 & under
Website:Open Site
Apr 20, 2019
Apr 18, 2019 to May 5, 2019
main

ALMOST, MAIN by John Cariani – April 18th – May 5th, 2019 ECHO PLAYERS Production
An absolute charmer” Vancouver Sun
It’s winter in Almost, Maine. Waitresses, lost visitors, tough and not-so-tough women and men gather under the northern lights to try to make sense of this strange thing called love. Funny and sexy, structured as a series of vignettes that take place over one night under the Aurora Borealis in the far north, Almost, Maine explores the complex facets of love through humor and magic realis...more info
Category:Theatre
Start:Apr 18, 2019
End:May 5, 2019
Time:7:30pm - 9:30pm
Address:110 W 2nd Ave Qualicum Beach
Location:Village Theatre Qualicum Beach
Cost:$14 – $23
Phone:2507523522
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 20, 2019
close

The pre-professional youth ballet company of 20 dancers aged 12-25 has tackled the Syrian Refugee Crisis, Social Media Dependency, and now breaking open the battle of the sexes in their newest original production “Close|Apart”.
It’s a story splattered over global media, and the #metoo movement has brought it to the forefront of our minds. NCB is taking a deep look into how the male|female relationship started off and where it is headed.
You won’t want to miss out on experiencing these young dancers sh...more info
Category:Theatre
Date:Apr 20, 2019
Time:2:00pm - 3:30pm
Address:900 Fifth St Nanaimo
Location:Malaspina Theater, VIU campus
Cost: $25 p.p., cash only.
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 20, 2019 to Apr 21, 2019
ear

Living is an ongoing wonder of discovery. Yet living with mindful thoughts too far into the future or past can distract from the present moment. What lies beneath the cacophony and beauty of reality? How is a spiritual balance achieved? The Bethlehem Centre is inviting you for a weekend of paying attention to the presence of the Sacred in nature, in others and within ourselves from 3 pm Thursday, Apr 18, 2019, to 6 pm Sunday, Apr 21, 2019, at 2371 Arbot Rd.
Framed by the themes of the Paschal story, part...more info
Category:Events
Start:Apr 20, 2019
End:Apr 21, 2019
Time:Various
Address:2371 Arbot Road Nanaimo
Location:Bethlehem Centre
Cost:$415 – $625
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 20, 2019
milner

Foraging for Wild Edibles - Brant Wildlife Festival

Curious and hungry foragers will be led in small groups on a foraging excursion, learning about ocean delicacies, Pacific oysters and Manila clams direct from their shells on the shellfish research farm of Vancouver Island University at Deep Bay. Foragers will learn about First Nations' use of shellfish, Vancouver Island's marine ecology, and species identification.

Local experts will discuss where and how to forage for shellfish and other edib...more info
Category:Nature
Date:Apr 20, 2019
Time:11:00am - 2:00pm
Address:370 Crome Point Road, Bowser, BC
Location:Deep Bay Marine Field Station
Cost:$30
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 20, 2019
egg

Join the Friends of Foster Park for their annual all-ages Easter Egg Hunt. There will also be a musician, clown, photo booth and face painting. Hot dogs, drinks, cotton candy, raffle basket and jelly bean count tickets will be for sale for $1 each to support future park events and improvements.
Category:Family
Date:Apr 20, 2019
Time:11:30am - 1:00pm
Address:Foster Park
Location:Sanderson Road Parksville
Cost:free
Phone:250-248-6059
Website:Open Site
Email:Send Email
 
Apr 20, 2019
smoke

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!
Category:Concerts
Date:Apr 20, 2019
Time:7:00pm
Address:1600 Stroulger Road, Parksville
Location:Smoke 'N Water @ Pacific Shores Resort & Spa
Cost:No Cover
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 20, 2019
Create your own unique miniature garden in a 10″ clay planter. We have a large selection of gnomes, fairies, cartoon characters, animals and adornments to choose from. All supplies are included and all ages are welcome; $30/person or family making 1 miniature garden. Please message or email us at: lostartsclub@outlook.com to register; cash prepayment, e-transfer or paypal accepted and prepayment registration is required.
Category:Events
Date:Apr 20, 2019
Time:1:00pm - 2:00pm 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Address:2358 Wild Dove Road Nanaimo,
Location:Lost Arts Club
Cost:$30
Phone:250-619-4088
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 20, 2019
club ride at Hammerfest trails
Category:Events
Date:Apr 20, 2019
Time:9:00am - 11:00pm
Location:yellow gate just before you reach Englishman river park Errington,
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 20, 2019
lions

Meat Draws every Saturday at the Rocking Horse Pub from 3:00 to 5:00 pm (except for summer break)
Category:Events
Date:Apr 20, 2019
Time:3 - 5 PM
Address:2038 Sanders Road, Nanoose Bay
Location:Rocking Horse Pub
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 19, 2019 to Apr 20, 2019
mull

The play is set in the Midlands of Ireland and involves two farmers, Anthony and Rosemary, who live next to each other. Rosemary has been romantically interested in Anthony for all of her life. Anthony, however, is shy and is unaware of Rosemary’s feelings. Anthony does not like farming and his father plans to leave the farm to a nephew.
For evening performances doors open at 7pm and for matinee 1:30pm.
Category:Theatre
Start:Apr 19, 2019
End:Apr 20, 2019
Time:7:30pm - 9:30pm
Address:2388 Cedar Rd Nanaimo
Location:Cedar Community Hall
Cost:$20
Phone:250-722-2459
Website:Open Site
Email:Send Email
 
Apr 19, 2019 to Jun 3, 2019
parent

Parenting Teenagers, Systematic Training for Effective Parenting

This is a 6-week parenting information group that will guide participants, step-by-step through strategies for approaching parent/teen relationships with calm, confidence and clarity.

Dates: April 15th - June 3rd (excluding Apr 22 and May 20), 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Contact Ramona at FRA by April 1st to register. Limited to 10 participants.

Topics Include:
Understanding Yourself and Your Teenager
Changing Your Response to Your Tee...more info
Category:Workshop
Start:Apr 19, 2019
End:Jun 3, 2019
Time:5:30pm - 6:30pm
Address:198 Morison Ave, Parksville, BC
Location:Family Resource Association, Parksville
Cost:optional $23 for resource book
 
Apr 19, 2019 to Apr 20, 2019
Parksville Lawn Bowling Club Annual Open House

Here's your opportunity to experience the fun of lawn bowling. Our club has a welcoming atmosphere with friendly people just waiting to share their love of the sport with you. Lawn bowling offers great exercise for both the body and the brain. Strategy and fun are all part of this niche sport. Wear flat soled shoes, comfy clothes and prepare to have a really great time. See you on the green!!
Category:Events
Start:Apr 19, 2019
End:Apr 20, 2019
Time:1:00pm - 4:00pm
Address:149 E. Stanford, Parksville, BC
Location:Parksville Lawn Bowling Club
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 12, 2019 to Jun 3, 2019
port

Part of the Art @ the Vancouver Island Conference Centre Presented by Nanaimo Arts Council Series, “Portraits” features photography and paintings by local artists from Vancouver Island. Show runs April 5th to June 3rd, 2019 at the Pipers Lagoon Lobby in the Conference Centre main level – 80 Commercial Street, Nanaimo. Open to the public Monday to Friday 8:30am-4:30pm.
Category:Art
Start:Apr 12, 2019
End:Jun 3, 2019
Time:8:30am - 4:30pm
Address:101 Gordon St Nanaimo
Location:Vancouver Island Conference Centre
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 20, 2019
QB%20market
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.
Category:Markets
Date:Apr 20, 2019
Time:8:30am - 12:00pm
Address:644 Memorial Avenue, Qualicum Beach
Location:Qualicum Beach Community Hall
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 20, 2019
an

Robbie Van's Variety Show at Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge

Non-stop, fun-filled interactive family entertainment with music, storytelling & surprise guests.

A different exciting show each week in April.
Category:Family
Date:Apr 20, 2019
Time:1:00pm - 3:30pm
Address:8-464 Island Highway East, Parksville,
Location:Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge
Cost:$15 adults, $9 ages 16 & under (2 & under free)
Website:Open Site
 
Apr 15, 2019 to Jun 3, 2019
cloud

Parenting Teenagers, Systematic Training for Effective Parenting

This is a 6-week parenting information group that will guide participants, step-by-step through strategies for approaching parent/teen relationships with calm, confidence and clarity.

Dates: April 15th - June 3rd (excluding Apr 22 and May 20), 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Contact Ramona at FRA by April 1st to register. Limited to 10 participants.

Topics Include:
Understanding Yourself and Your Teenager
Changing Your Response to Your Teen...more info
Category:Family
Start:Apr 15, 2019
End:Jun 3, 2019
Time:5:30pm - 6:30pm
Address:198 Morison Ave, Parksville, BC
Location:Family Resource Association, Parksville
Cost:optional $23 for resource book
Email:Send Email
 
Apr 20, 2019 to Apr 22, 2019
milner

VIU's Milner Gardens & Woodland Bunny Trail

Bring the children or grandchildren for a children's Easter Bunny search taking place in the Gardens. At the Welcome & Interpretive Centre, children can pick up maps for clues to spotting the bunnies, and then return the map to the Pool House Gift Shop to receive an Easter treat.

Adult admission $9, Youth $5. Free admission for children 12 and under accompanied by an adult, members, and current VIU students with card.

Garden open 10am to 5pm...more info
Category:Family
Start:Apr 20, 2019
End:Apr 22, 2019
Time:10:00am - 4:30pm
Address:2179 West Island Highway, Qualicum Beach, BC
Location:VIU Milner Gardens & Woodland
Cost:$9 Adult, $5 Youth (13-18 yrs) Free - Children 12 & under
Website:Open Site

 
Apr 14, 2019 to Apr 20, 2019
 


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