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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 9, 2019
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Burn Awareness Week, observed the first full week in February, is a window of opportunity for organizations to mobilize burn, fire and life safety educators to unite in sharing a common burn awareness and prevention message in our communities.
Burn Awareness Week teaches kids how to be responsible for their personal safety, and increases family awareness of potentially harmful situations, an excellent opportunity to kick off a year full of burn awareness education.
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Feb 9, 2019 |
| Time: | 5:00am |
| Location: | Various Locations in Your Community |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Feb 9, 2019
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Vintage everything! clothing, jewellery, art, furniture, food, buildings!
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| Category: | Workshop |
| Date: | Feb 9, 2019 |
| Time: | 10:00am - 3:00pm |
| Address: | 1245 East Island Highway Parksville |
| Location: | Parksville Museum |
| Cost: | Free |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Jan 17, 2019
to Feb 20, 2019
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The Members’ Show is a joint partnership between the CRAG and the CR Arts Council and is a celebration of the many artists that are a part of the Campbell River and area community. We welcome submissions from members of both the CRAG and the CR Arts Council in all media. The exhibition offers us the opportunity to showcase the many talented artists that live among us, as well as to serve the community by offering critiques, and professional development for artists of all levels.
Opening Reception: January...more info
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| Category: | Art |
| Start: | Jan 17, 2019 |
| End: | Feb 20, 2019 |
| Time: | Various - See Website |
| Address: | 1235 Shoppers Row Campbell River |
| Location: | Campbell River Art Gallery |
| Cost: | See Website |
| Phone: | 2502872261 |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Feb 9, 2019
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The decade of Disco comes to Mount Washington for our epic 70’s Party featuring Megalicous! With all the hair, flairs, afros and shirt collars (on the guys) that rival a 787 wing, Megalicious brings back the Studio 54 era for a night of dancing to all the hits, from ABBA to The Bee Gees! DJ DanKnow brings the goods to the dance floor to warm up the night and in between band sets. Megalicious is composed of pro musicians from around BC including Jona Kristinsson from Wunderbread, Femme Fatalles, Best Day...more info
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Feb 9, 2019 |
| Time: | 9:30pm |
| Location: | Mount Washington Alpine Resort |
| Cost: | No Cover |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Feb 9, 2019
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Mount Washington Professional Ski Patrol has partnered with Avalanche Canada and Adventure Smart bringing to you “Avalanche Awareness Days” Two days of fun and interaction for you to learn about safety in a mountain environment. This is a fun event that includes avalanche beacon demonstration and races, avalanche rescue dog demonstrations, Adventure Smart interactive youth safety program and a silent auction. Drop in and say hi, test your beacon skills and try to win some prizes.
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| Category: | Workshop |
| Date: | Feb 9, 2019 |
| Time: | 11:00am - 2:00pm |
| Location: | https://www.mountwashington.ca/ |
| Phone: | 338-1386 |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Feb 9, 2019
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Mount Washington Professional Ski Patrol has partnered with Avalanche Canada and Adventure Smart bringing to you “Avalanche Awareness Days” Two days of fun and interaction for you to learn about safety in a mountain environment. This is a fun event that includes avalanche beacon demonstration and races, avalanche rescue dog demonstrations, Adventure Smart interactive youth safety program and a silent auction. Drop in and say hi, test your beacon skills and try to win some prizes.
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Feb 9, 2019 |
| Time: | 11:00am - 2:00pm |
| Address: | Strathcona Parkway Mount Washington |
| Location: | Mount Washington Alpine Resort |
| Cost: | Free |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Feb 9, 2019
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Paul Black and Wynn Gogol are singer-songwriters who like to groove. This accomplished duo’s original songs and soaring solos invite you on a journey through soul and rock, to southern blues and back again.
Black Can Cure the Blues
Rolling like a freight train with no throttle control comes the blues sensation from Victoria, British Columbia, Paul Black. With captivating rhythms, dazzling lead guitars, and soulful vocal styles, Black is establishing himself as a true, straightforward, fearless blues r...more info
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| Category: | Concerts |
| Date: | Feb 9, 2019 |
| Time: | 7:00pm - 10:00pm |
| Address: | #8 464 Island Highway East Parksville |
| Location: | Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge |
| Cost: | $15 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Feb 9, 2019
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Free movie night, parents – get a sitter and come join us.
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Feb 9, 2019 |
| Time: | 7:30pm |
| Address: | 7793 Island Hwy. Fanny Bay |
| Location: | Fanny Bay Hall |
| Cost: | Free |
| 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 9, 2019
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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: | Feb 9, 2019 |
| Time: | 10:00am - 11:15am |
| Address: | #203 - 891 Island Hwy West Parksville |
| Location: | Bare Roots Natural Health & Yoga Centre |
| Cost: | $17 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Feb 9, 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 9, 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 9, 2019
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2019 Nanaimo Beban Lunar New Year Dinner Gala
When: Sat Feb. 9, 2019 at 4 pm
Where: Nanaimo Beban Social Centre, 2300 Bowen Rd. Nanaimo
This will be a great opportunity to watch a fabulous show with local artistic groups performing the remarkable traditional Chinese dance, playing compelling music with traditional instruments, presenting a unique Kung Fu display, plus singing and story-telling to celebrate ancient customs… All this and more, as several locally famous restaurants are laying out a delic...more info
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Feb 9, 2019 |
| Time: | 4:00pm - 8:30pm |
| Address: | 2300 Bowen Rd. Nanaimo |
| Location: | Nanaimo Beban Social Centre, |
| Cost: | See Website |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Feb 9, 2019
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How will humanity be transformed by the global crisis we have created? A poem for the planet, Metamorphosis bears witness to a moment of profound change: the loss of one world, and the birth of another.
This event is part of VIU’s celebration of Global Citizens Week, February 4-8, 2019.
For more details, please visit: https://international.viu.ca/gcw
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Feb 9, 2019 |
| Time: | 7:00pm - 9:00pm |
| Address: | 900 Fifth Street Nanaimo |
| Location: | Vancouver Island University Building 355 Room 203 |
| Cost: | Free |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Feb 9, 2019
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It’s prom night, 1957. Everyone is awaiting the announcement of the King and Queen of the Prom. Enter bad boy Johnny Angel. One thing for certain; someone is not going to graduate alive?
Who dunnit? The sweet, shy, most popular girl in class? The stuffy chaperone? Or somebody else. You’ll have to be there to find out.
The Lunch Ladies from the cafeteria will be serving dinner. (What, meatloaf again?) Vegetarian option available on request when reserving
Prom wear is optional – why not?
Dinner and show is $40. Tickets available on Eventbrite or by calling Armando at 250-722-2459
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Feb 9, 2019 |
| Time: | 6:00pm - 9:00pm |
| Address: | 2388 Cedar Rd Nanaimo, |
| Location: | Cedar Community Hall |
| Cost: | $40 |
| Phone: | 250-722-2459 |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Feb 9, 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 9, 2019 |
| Time: | 3 - 5 PM |
| Address: | 2038 Sanders Road, Nanoose Bay |
| Location: | Rocking Horse Pub |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Feb 9, 2019
to Feb 10, 2019
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Parksville Gem & Mineral Show 2019
Family Event at Parksville Community Centre. Hourly door prizes. Vendors selling rocks, crystals, gems, beads silver findings and jewelry.
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| Category: | Events |
| Start: | Feb 9, 2019 |
| End: | Feb 10, 2019 |
| Time: | Various |
| Address: | 132 Jensen Ave E, Parksville |
| Location: | Parksville Community Centre |
| Cost: | $2; Kids under 12yrs free |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Feb 7, 2019
to Feb 9, 2019
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TheatreOne’s Mainstage presents Comedy Drama Person of Interest
Written and performed by Melody A. Johnson
Directed by Rick Roberts
Thursday to Saturday, February 7-9, 2019
“A play about learning to hate your neighbours instead of yourself!”
Nanaimo – TheatreOne’s Mainstage presents the comedy drama Person of Interest by Melody A. Johnson Thursday to Saturday, February 7-9 at VIU’s Malaspina Theatre. Inspired by the true story of an event that happened on Johnson’s street in Little Poland, Person ...more info
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| Category: | Theatre |
| Start: | Feb 7, 2019 |
| End: | Feb 9, 2019 |
| Time: | 7:30pm - 9:30pm |
| Address: | 900 Fifth St. Nanaimo |
| Location: | VIU’s Malaspina Theatre |
| Cost: | $15 – $30 |
| Phone: | 250-754-7587 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Feb 9, 2019
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Public Raku Day
On Saturday, February 9th, our public raku event is open to all ages to come and purchase a pot ($25), glaze it and leave with a work of art.
Located just across the bridge from the Coombs (Goats on Roof) Market. This month we will be glazing from 10:00 am and 3:20 pm, and firing until everything is done.
Phone the gallery, 250-954-1775 (Saturday and Sunday in January between 11AM and 4:00PM) and in February, 7 days a week,11Am to 4:30 to reserve your spot, and your pot (we have have several things to choose from) for this exciting event.
There is parking in the Fre...more info
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| Category: | Family |
| Date: | Feb 9, 2019 |
| Time: | Various |
| Address: | 2344 Alberni Highway, Coombs |
| Location: | Pyromania Pottery |
| Cost: | $25 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Feb 9, 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 9, 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 9, 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 9, 2019 |
| Time: | 3:30pm - 6:30pm |
| Address: | 245 Hirst Ave W Parksville |
| Location: | SOS Child, Youth &Family Centre |
| Cost: | Free |
| Phone: | 250-248-2093 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Feb 9, 2019
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Explore the many features of the Science Studio including: building KEVA block towers, designing marble wall tracks and pulleys, discovering the force of air in the airfield, creating flying creations to test in the wind tunnel and variety of exciting science experiments. Saturdays 10:00am to noon. $5/child (adults free). All ages welcome. No pre-registration necessary.
For safety purposes we require children under age 16 be accompanied by a minimum number of supervising adults:
Children 4 years old an...more info
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Feb 9, 2019 |
| Time: | 10:00am - 12:00pm |
| Address: | 4355 Jingle Pot Road, room 101 Nanaimo, |
| Location: | NS3’s Science Studio |
| Cost: | $5 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Feb 9, 2019
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The Reluctant Radical follows activist Ken Ward as he confronts his fears and puts himself in the direct path of the fossil fuel industry to combat climate change.
This event is part of VIU’s celebration of Global Citizens Week, February 4-8, 2019.
For more details, please visit: https://international.viu.ca/gcw
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Feb 9, 2019 |
| Time: | 5:15pm - 7:00pm |
| Address: | 900 Fifth Street Nanaimo |
| Location: | Vancouver Island University Building 355 Room 203 |
| Cost: | Free |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Feb 7, 2019
to Feb 9, 2019
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TheatreOne’s Mainstage presents Comedy Drama Person of Interest
Written and performed by Melody A. Johnson
Directed by Rick Roberts
Thursday to Saturday, February 7-9, 2019
“A play about learning to hate your neighbours instead of yourself!”
Nanaimo – TheatreOne’s Mainstage presents the comedy drama Person of Interest by Melody A. Johnson Thursday to Saturday, February 7-9 at VIU’s Malaspina Theatre. Inspired by the true story of an event that happened on Johnson’s street in Little Poland, Person of In...more info
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| Category: | Events |
| Start: | Feb 7, 2019 |
| End: | Feb 9, 2019 |
| Time: | 7:30pm - 9:30pm |
| Address: | 900 Fifth St. Nanaimo |
| Location: | VIU’s Malaspina Theatre |
| Cost: | $15 – $30 |
| Phone: | 250-754-7587 |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Feb 9, 2019
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Wellnessnews is thrilled to host the 2nd Annual Wellnessnews Women’s Expo in Nanaimo. The Expo is all about well-being. FREE to attend.
Attend to: Explore, Indulge, Escape, Shop & Learn.
The Women’s Expo features:
-100+ Exhibitors
– Health Talks
– Wellness Sessions
– The Diva Oasis
– Prizes and more.
This Expo is for Women of all ages. Bring your sister, your mother, your neighbours and your girl friends. Plan to spend the whole day. Encourage your man to stop by and purchase a special Valenti...more info
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Feb 9, 2019 |
| Address: | 101 Gordon St Nanaimo, |
| Location: | Vancouver Island Conference Centre |
| Cost: | Free |
| Phone: | 2505855795 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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