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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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Mar 8, 2019
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Nanaimo’s Whisk(e)y Festival and Crimson Coast Dance Society’s biggest annual fundraiser!
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Mar 8, 2019 |
| Time: | 7:00pm - 10:00pm |
| Address: | 4898 Rutherford Road Nanaimo |
| Location: | The Grand Hotel Nanaimo |
| Cost: | See Website |
| Website: | Open Site |
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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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Mar 8, 2019
to Mar 9, 2019
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Aspengrove School presents an Evening of Theatre featuring two plays by Canadian playwrights.
The Remarkable Flight of Marnie McPhee – Convinced she is not like the rest of her boring family, nine-year-old Marnie McPhee decides it’s time to leave Earth and take her place among the stars. But as she builds her spaceship, she realizes that maybe Earth isn’t so bad after all, even if it is filled with imperfect human families. ‘The Remarkable Flight of Marnie McPhee’ is a charming story of the infinite re...more info
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| Category: | Theatre |
| Start: | Mar 8, 2019 |
| End: | Mar 9, 2019 |
| Time: | 6:00pm - 8:00pm |
| Address: | 6100 Doumont Road Nanaimo |
| Location: | Pleasant Valley Social Centre |
| Cost: | $20 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Mar 8, 2019
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Beach Flicks presents “Film Stars Don’t Die In Liverpool”, March 8, 2019, 7 PM, Eaglecrest. The true story of a May-September romance between Peter Turner and Gloria Grahame, an aging film star and her younger lover. The story of their deepening relationship and the twists and turns as they are tested by events beyond their control.
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Mar 8, 2019 |
| Time: | 7:00pm - 9:00pm |
| Address: | 2035 West Island Highway Qualicum Beach |
| Location: | Eaglecrest Golf Club |
| Cost: | $7 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Mar 8, 2019
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The Iyengar tradition of yoga can be adapted for all fitness levels. It creates strength, increased range of movement and stability. Students must be able to carry their own props and to get up and down from the floor.
Students $13, Seniors $15, General $17, 6 and 12 class punch cards available
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| Category: | Workshop |
| Date: | Mar 8, 2019 |
| Time: | 10:30am - 11:45am |
| Address: | #203 - 891 Island Hwy West Parksville |
| Location: | Bare Roots Natural Health & Yoga Centre |
| Cost: | $17 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Mar 8, 2019
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Release your inner rock star! This isn’t your boring regular karaoke…this is the lights, the drums, the big sound system, and Megastar to back you up as you sing your favourite rock song with a live band! Megastar Live Karaoke is for singers and is every Friday night in Ted’s Bar and Grill this winter season till the end of March. Starts at 830 pm every Friday and after 10 is for 19+.
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Mar 8, 2019 |
| Time: | 8:30pm |
| Address: | Strathcona Parkway Campbell River/Courtenay |
| Location: | Mount Washington Alpine Resort |
| Phone: | 338-1386 |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Mar 8, 2019
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Parksville Wetlands BioBlitz & Walking Tours
Hosted by VIU 452 Geography students and the City of Parksville.
The City is pleased to partner with fourth year Vancouver Island University geography students on an education/outreach project for the Parksville Wetlands. Over the past month, students have familiarized themselves with the wetlands and wish to invite the public to the Parksville Wetlands Mini BioBlitz on Friday, March 8 from 9.30 to 11.30 am. The 35.9 hectare wetlands were purchased by the City in 2017 to be maintained as a park in perpetuity for the enjoyment of residents....more info
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| Category: | Nature |
| Date: | Mar 8, 2019 |
| Time: | 9:30am - 11:30am |
| Address: | Parksville Wetlands (foot of Despard and Springwood School) |
| Location: | Parksville Wetlands |
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Mar 8, 2019
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Enjoy our fabulous Prime Rib Dinner with all the fixin’s. After 4:20.
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Mar 8, 2019 |
| Time: | 4:15pm |
| Address: | 5467 Island Highway S Union Bay |
| Location: | Highwayman Saloon |
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Mar 8, 2019
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Introductory medical qigong. Everyone welcome By donation
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| Category: | Workshop |
| Date: | Mar 8, 2019 |
| Time: | 9:00am - 10:00am |
| Address: | 2331 East Wellington Road Nanaimo |
| Location: | Unity Spiritual Centre Nanaimo |
| Cost: | by donation |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Mar 8, 2019
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Ryan Oliver in Concert at The MAC
Tough toned, Juno-nominated saxophonist Ryan Oliver honed his craft living on Canada's west coast, and in Amsterdam, Toronto and New York and has performed throughout the world with his own groups and The Shuffle Demons. His teller quartet will be performing a night of swinging standards, romantic ballads and bossa-novas along with a few originals from his saltiest release Strive! featuring Stan Getz's drummer Victor Lewis. The quartet features Ryan Oliver - tenor sa...more info
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| Category: | Concerts |
| Date: | Mar 8, 2019 |
| Time: | 7:00pm |
| Address: | 133 McMillan Street, Parksville |
| Location: | The MAC - McMillan Arts Centre |
| Cost: | $18 ($15 OCAC members) |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Mar 8, 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: | Theatre |
| Date: | Mar 8, 2019 |
| Time: | 8:00pm - 10:00pm |
| Address: | 2373 Rosstown Road Nanaimo |
| Location: | The Bailey Studio |
| Cost: | $20 |
| Phone: | 250-758-7246 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Mar 8, 2019
to Mar 9, 2019
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Exploring creativity through art helps us find our inspiration and encourages innovative, out-of-the-box thinking and unique expressive approaches. Expand your horizons and join us for an exploration of creativity grounded in contemplative spiritual practice and art making with professional artist and spiritual director Nan Goodship and Minister Murray Groom. Soul Work: The Spirit of Creativity takes place Thursday March 7, 2019 to Sunday March 10th, 2019. Enjoy the weekend in company with others in the ...more info
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| Category: | Workshop |
| Start: | Mar 8, 2019 |
| End: | Mar 9, 2019 |
| Cost: | $415 – $625 |
| Phone: | 250-754-3254 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Feb 26, 2019
to Apr 14, 2019
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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
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| 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 |
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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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Mar 8, 2019
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All parents/family caregivers and their children are welcome to join. Catch up over coffee or do activities with the children. Drop-in.
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| Category: | Family |
| Date: | Mar 8, 2019 |
| Time: | 8:00am - 5:00pm |
| Address: | 245 Hirst Ave W Parksville, |
| Location: | SOS Child, Youth &Family Centre |
| Cost: | Free |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Mar 8, 2019
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“If you haven’t heard their music before, or if you’ve been to every single concert, you’re in for a treat. Don’t trust me, trust them. Towers and Trees are going to make you love them, for all the right reasons.” (hystericalfemaleblog)
Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge is very excited to welcome Adrian Chalifour and Dave “Shredlinsky” Zellinsky of Towers and Trees to our stage for a special intimate, acoustic performance!
This show takes place just TWO days after Adrian appears on national television...more info
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| Category: | Concerts |
| Date: | Mar 8, 2019 |
| Time: | 7:00pm - 9:30pm |
| Address: | #8 464 Island Highway East Parksville |
| Location: | Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge |
| Cost: | $20 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Mar 8, 2019
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in this class you have the opportunity to challenge yourself, or just be kind to yourself. While you breathe deeply and effortlessly we transition from posture to posture in a mindful, fulfilling way. This class will leave you feeling relaxed, refreshed, energized and ready for your day. This class is an excellent complement to your weekly practice & great for all beginners.
Students $13, Seniors $15, General $17, 6 and 12 class punch cards available
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| Category: | Workshop |
| Date: | Mar 8, 2019 |
| Time: | 8:30am - 9:45am |
| Address: | #203 - 891 Island Hwy West Parksville |
| Location: | Bare Roots Natural Health & Yoga Centre |
| Cost: | $17 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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