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Jan 1, 2019
to Apr 10, 2019
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Take the 100 Day ART Challenge – January 1 – April 10th by creating something every day. Paint, sketch, photograph, write, just create in a way that feels right for you and post it daily. Don’t give up even if you miss a day or two. Keep at it. You’ll be amazed at the progress you make during the 100 days. Post your creation each day for all to enjoy and to watch the progress. www.facebook.com/groups/623072704791065/ or type in 100 Day Art Challenge– Ladysmith Waterfront Gallery 2019 in the search lin...more info
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| Category: | Art |
| Start: | Jan 1, 2019 |
| End: | Apr 10, 2019 |
| Time: | 11:00am - 4:00pm |
| Location: | Different locations throughout the community |
| Phone: | 250-245-1252 |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Feb 23, 2019
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Song and dance, music and comedy, vaudeville and some burlesque all performed by enthusiastic locals. It’s unique and loads of fun. Refreshments from the kitchen. *Ticket sales times and location to be announced.
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| Category: | Concerts |
| Date: | Feb 23, 2019 |
| Time: | 8:00pm |
| Address: | 1390 Errington Road Errington |
| Location: | Errington War Memorial Hall |
| Cost: | $25 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Feb 22, 2019
to Feb 23, 2019
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15th Annual A Night at the Palace - A Night of Vaudeville and Burlesque
Live at the Errington Hall February 15, 16, 22 and 23 featuring Burlesque, Comedy, Dance, Music, Drama and More!
Tickets go on sale Sunday January 20th from 4:30pm to 5:30pm at the Errington Hall. Any remaining tickets will be sold at the Errington General Store and potentially online.
Tickets $25 and $27.50 online (if available). Doors at 7:30pm & Show at 8:00 PM
Proceeds from this event pays for the repair and opera...more info
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| Category: | Theatre |
| Start: | Feb 22, 2019 |
| End: | Feb 23, 2019 |
| Address: | 1390 Errington Rd, Errington |
| Cost: | $25 |
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Feb 14, 2019
to Apr 3, 2019
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Part of the Art @ the Vancouver Island Conference Centre Presented by Nanaimo Arts Council Series, “All About Animals” features photography, paintings and metal art by local artists from Vancouver Island. Show Runs Feb 7th to April 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.
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| Category: | Art |
| Start: | Feb 14, 2019 |
| End: | Apr 3, 2019 |
| Time: | 8:30am - 4:30pm |
| Address: | 101 Gordon St Nanaimo |
| Location: | Vancouver Island Conference Centre |
| Cost: | Free |
| Phone: | 250-729-3947 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Feb 4, 2019
to Feb 27, 2019
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Carole Reid’s show is about home, going home, leaving home, “Home Sweet Home”. She is looking at what home means to her here on earth and in the future and the afterlife. She is hoping it will stir conversation between the viewer and herself regarding our home life experiences and future dreams or expectations. The work has been created on paper, card and canvas. There will be an opportunity for everyone to add their drawing of “Home” to one of the pieces on display. Opening Reception, Friday, Febr...more info
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| Category: | Events |
| Start: | Feb 4, 2019 |
| End: | Feb 27, 2019 |
| Time: | 9:00am - 5:00pm |
| Address: | 78 Wharf Street Nanaimo |
| Location: | 78 Wharf Street Gallery |
| Cost: | Free |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Feb 23, 2019
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The Coldest Night of the Year is a family-friendly walk that raises money for charities serving hungry, homeless, and hurting people in our community. Walk with the Island Crisis Care Society and continue to help them support the most vulnerable people in Oceanside. We have formalized a Homelessness/Housing Outreach Support Team (HOST) from different agencies who support the clients collaboratively.
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Feb 23, 2019 |
| Time: | 4:00pm - 8:00pm |
| Address: | 345 Pym Street Parksville |
| Location: | Knox United Church (Parksville) |
| Cost: | Pledge or Donation |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Feb 23, 2019
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Disco Light Skate for all ages Catch dance fever under the disco lights at Oceanside Place Arena. The flashing lights and pumping music will take you back in time on Saturday February 23rd from 7:30 to 9:00 pm. Regular admission. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks 250-248-3252 or view skate and swim schedules online at rdn.bc.ca/recreation
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| Category: | Family |
| Date: | Feb 23, 2019 |
| Time: | 7:30pm - 9:30pm |
| Address: | 830 West Island Hwy Parksville, |
| Location: | Oceanside Place Arena |
| Cost: | Regular Admission |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Feb 23, 2019
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Fun activities inspire confidence, healthy relationships and community awareness. Nutritious snacks are provided as well as transportation from Oceanside and Springwood Elementary Schools to the Community Services Centre in Parksville. Pre-registration is required.
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| Category: | Family |
| Date: | Feb 23, 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 |
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Feb 23, 2019
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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: | Feb 23, 2019 |
| Time: | 3 - 5 PM |
| Address: | 2038 Sanders Road, Nanoose Bay |
| Location: | Rocking Horse Pub |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Feb 20, 2019
to Mar 2, 2019
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 with Charlotte Crowley Registered Holistic Nutritionist. Join me for a fun and informative talk on how you can improve your HEART health, naturally, with foods and lifestyle changes. LEARN Practical tips to keep your HEART healthy and strong as you age. By cash donation, part proceeds to Parksville Qualicum Beach SPCA. Please pre-register: healthywisdom@shaw.ca or 250.951.2538
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| Category: | Workshop |
| Start: | Feb 20, 2019 |
| End: | Mar 2, 2019 |
| Time: | 2:00pm - 3:30pm |
| Address: | 744 Primrose Street Room 9 Qualicum Beach, |
| Location: | Qualicum Commons |
| Phone: | (250) 951-2538 |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Feb 21, 2019
to Feb 24, 2019
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Parksville Uncorked 2019 Wine & Food & Beer Festival
It’s time to raise your glass and toast the exceptional wines, beers, ciders and cuisine of British Columbia at the 11th annual Parksville Uncorked Wine & Food Festival this February 21-24, 2019.
Those seeking to escape for the ultimate culinary getaway will want to save the date and experience this four day festival that showcases BC’s best. Festival goers will sample best brews, spirits, ciders and sip fine wines, plus enjoy gourme...more info
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| Category: | Events |
| Start: | Feb 21, 2019 |
| End: | Feb 24, 2019 |
| Location: | Various Locations in Oceanside |
| Cost: | See Website |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Feb 18, 2019
to Feb 24, 2019
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Heritage: The Tie That Binds Heritage reaches back in time to tell stories of our near and distant pasts, to describe our present and to foretell our future. These stories are the threads that interweave memory, culture, place, and practice. As we listen and learn, gaining knowledge from elders and experiences, richer stories are told and cultures are described. A complex, interconnected world is revealed, as people and place are woven into a detailed tapestry of history and heritage. This Heritage Wee...more info
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| Category: | Events |
| Start: | Feb 18, 2019 |
| End: | Feb 24, 2019 |
| Time: | 5:00am |
| Location: | Various Locations in Your Community |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Feb 23, 2019
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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: | Feb 23, 2019 |
| 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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Feb 1, 2019
to Feb 24, 2019
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Rainshadow Art Exhibition at The MAC
An exhibition of watercolour paintings by Errington painter Kimberly Miller, featuring beautiful landscapes and florals from the Mount Arrowsmith watershed region.
A sense of home.
This group of paintings is inspired by the setting that means the most to me: home. I live where the farmland meets the forest and the salmon streams meet the mighty Englishman River. Evidence of the giant old growth forest still exists in this area, where settlers long ago recogniz...more info
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| Category: | Art |
| Start: | Feb 1, 2019 |
| End: | Feb 24, 2019 |
| Time: | Tues-Sun 10:00am - 4:00pm |
| Address: | 133 McMillan Street, Parksville |
| Location: | The MAC - McMillan Arts Centre |
| Cost: | See Website |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Feb 23, 2019
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Be prepared; get trained with a two day course in first aid and cardiopulmonary (CPR C) skills. Training includes home hazards, accident prevention, safety education, CPR level C, first aid skills for common emergencies and automated external defibrillators (AED). Retraining is recommended every three years. Qualicum Commons, on Saturday and Sunday, February 23rd and 24th from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, cost is $159. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks at 250-248-3252 to pre-register. View recreation programs onl...more info
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| Category: | Workshop |
| Date: | Feb 23, 2019 |
| Time: | 9:00am - 5:00pm |
| Address: | 744 Primrose Avenue Qualicum Common |
| Location: | Qualicum Commons, RDN Activity Room 12 |
| Cost: | $159 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Feb 23, 2019
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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: | Feb 23, 2019 |
| 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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Feb 14, 2019
to Mar 3, 2019
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Second Chances: The Musical
"an electrifying and original play". Music by Nico Rhodes, script and lyrics by David Jewell, Second Chances: The Musical showcases the island's favourite singing and dancing actors, plus a live three-piece band.
The setting is New York City, 1955. An off Broadway theatre struggles with only two weeks until the opening night of their production Ole Louisiana. However, the arrival of a mysterious stranger sets in motion a series of unpredictable events.
Second Chance...more info
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| Category: | Theatre |
| Start: | Feb 14, 2019 |
| End: | Mar 3, 2019 |
| Time: | 7:30pm (Wed-Sat evening shows); 2:00pm (Sunday matinees) |
| Address: | 110 West 2nd Avenue, Qualicum Beach |
| Location: | Village Theatre |
| Cost: | $25 adults, $22 seniors, $15 student (with i.d) |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Feb 23, 2019
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Self Help by Norm Foster is a farce like no other. Meet the Savages, two second rate actors who have given the theatre the cold shoulder to become renowned self-help gurus. However in true farce fashion, not everything goes according to plan! Soon the couple’s newly found fame and fortune quickly unravels into a farcical comedy of errors as they struggle to maintain their new lifestyle.
You’ve heard that laughter is good for the soul! Prepared to leave feeling revitalized!
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| Category: | Workshop |
| Date: | Feb 23, 2019 |
| Time: | 8:00pm - 10:00pm |
| Address: | 2373 Rosstown Road Nanaimo |
| Location: | The Bailey Studio |
| Cost: | $20 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Feb 23, 2019
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The last Saturday of every month will be a themed Drop-In! The regular exploration of the studio will still be available with the themed activity as a bonus to our many hands-on science exhibits. This month explore our hands-on activities related to space! Our usual great exhibits will also be available. Saturday 10:00am to noon. $5/child (adults free). All ages welcome. No pre-registration necessary.
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Feb 23, 2019 |
| Time: | 10:00am - 12:00pm |
| Address: | 4355 Jingle Pot Road, room 101 Nanaimo |
| Location: | NS3’s Science Studio |
| Cost: | $5/child (adults free |
| Phone: | 1-778-268-2289 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Feb 23, 2019
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Real Canadian Music with Celtic, Bluegrass and Folk Flavors.
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| Category: | Concerts |
| Date: | Feb 23, 2019 |
| Time: | 7:00pm - 9:30pm |
| Address: | #8 464 Island Highway East Parksville, |
| Location: | Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge |
| Cost: | $15 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Feb 15, 2019
to Apr 6, 2019
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Based on the true story of the Von Trapp family singers, this thrilling and inspirational family musical follows the romantic story of Captain Von Trapp and governess Maria as they fall in love and bring a family together, during the turbulent and frightening time preceeding World War II. When Nazis demand the immediate enlistment of the Captain, this couples love and courage helps them narrowly escape over the Austrian mountains with their seven children. Their story comes to life onstage with beloved ...more info
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| Category: | Theatre |
| Start: | Feb 15, 2019 |
| End: | Apr 6, 2019 |
| Time: | 2:00pm - 8:00pm |
| Address: | 9737 Chemainus Road Chemainus, |
| Location: | Chemainus Theatre Festival |
| Cost: | See Website |
| Website: | Open Site |
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