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Vancouver Island Events

 
Sep 22, 2019 to Sep 28, 2019
 
Sep 22, 2019
Sep 22, 2019
mid

Midisland Public Market

The Midisland Public Market comes to downtown Qualicum Beach for their 2019 season. Sunday’s 1-4pm, starting June 30th and running until September 29th, 2019 on Veterans Way at Memorial Ave, in downtown Qualicum Beach, BC. (Adjacent the Qualicum Beach Community Centre)

The Midisland Public Market is a festival styled community event featuring a free concert series, karaoke interludes, food trucks, ice cream, and market vendors and local organizations representing a cross sect...more info
Category:Markets
Date:Sep 22, 2019
Time:1:00pm - 4:00pm
Address:Veterans Way, Qualicum Beach,
Website:Open Site
 
Sep 22, 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:Sep 22, 2019
Time:2:00pm - 5:00pm
Address:#8 464 Island Highway East Parksville,
Location: Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge
Cost:$5
Website:Open Site
 
Sep 22, 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:Sep 22, 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
 
Sep 22, 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:Sep 22, 2019
Time:3:00pm - 7:00pm
Address:6120 West Island Hwy Qualicum Beach
Location:Crown & Anchor Pub
Email:Send Email
Sep 23, 2019
Sep 23, 2019
toast

Arbutus Toastmasters: 7:00pm. Every Monday. Everyone Welcome.
Category:Events
Date:Sep 23, 2019
Time:7:00pm
Address:132 E. Jensen Ave Parksville
Location:Parksville Community & Conference Centre
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
Email:Send Email
 
Sep 23, 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:Sep 23, 2019
Time:9:30am - 10:30am
Address:1390 Errington Road Errington
Location:Errington War Memorial Hall
Cost:$7 – $10
Website:Open Site
 
Sep 23, 2019
tops

Meets Monday at Our Savior Lutheran Church 795 W Island Hwy Parksville. For info leave a message.
Category:Workshop
Date:Sep 23, 2019
Time:8:45am
Address:795 W Island Hwy Parskville,
Location:Our Savior Lutheran Church
Cost:Free
Phone:250-752-5344
Email:Send Email
 
Sep 23, 2019
gzal

Why not join in?
Always wanted to play an instrument? Try the ukulele! We welcome anyone, with any level of experience or expertise.
Just learning? Come on in. Been playing for years? Welcome – we’d love to benefit from your talents.
The GZAL Ukulele Club meets the second and fourth Monday evening of each month at 7pm. The club is designed to encourage uke players to interact with other musicians in a social and fun environment. Join instructors Ron Usher and Doug Pickard as they guide through a night...more info
Category:Events
Date:Sep 23, 2019
Time:7:00pm - 9:00pm
Address:#8 464 Island Highway East Parksville
Location:Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge
Cost:$10
Website:Open Site
Sep 25, 2019
Sep 25, 2019
Qualicum Beach Flying Club
Coffee morning
Category:Events
Date:Sep 25, 2019
Time:9:00am - 10:00am
Address:#9- 1000 Ravensbourne Lane Qualicum Beach
Location:Qualicum Beach Flying Club hangar
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
 
Sep 25, 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:Sep 25, 2019
Time:10:00am - 11:00am
Location:Various Locations in Oceanside
Website:Open Site
Email:Send Email
 
Sep 25, 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:Sep 25, 2019
Time:11:00am
Address:5467 Island Highway S Union Bay,
Location:Highwayman Saloon
Website:Open Site
 
Sep 25, 2019
yoga

Join Devon for this gentle class every Wednesday morning
Category:Workshop
Date:Sep 25, 2019
Time:9:00am - 10:00am
Address:2331 East Wellington Road Nanaimo
Location:Unity Spiritual Centre Nanaimo
Cost:by donation
Website:Open Site
 
Sep 25, 2019
yoga

Join Devon for this gentle class every Wednesday morning
Category:Workshop
Date:Sep 25, 2019
Time:9:00am - 10:00am
Cost:by donation
Phone:250-751-0775
Website:Open Site
Sep 26, 2019
Sep 26, 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:Sep 26, 2019
Time:8:00pm
Address:5467 Island Highway S Union Bay
Location:Highwayman Saloon
Cost:No Cover
Phone:335-0256
 
Sep 26, 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:Sep 26, 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
 
Sep 26, 2019
soupy

Looking for a place to meet up with your neighbours, enjoy a good soup and coffee, play some games, or learn a craft? The Soupy Cafe is open and ready for the neighbourhood to socialize on the last Thursday of the Month (except December is held early) from 12-1pm. Enjoy hot soups and home cooked meals. Everyone welcome, lunch by donation.
Category:Art
Date:Sep 26, 2019
Time:12:00pm - 1:00pm
Address:240 Lions Way Qualicum Beach,
Location:Lighthouse Community Centre
Cost:Lunch by Donation
Phone:(250) 757-9711
Website:Open Site
 
Sep 26, 2019
soupy

Looking for a place to meet up with your neighbours, enjoy a good soup and coffee, play some games, or learn a craft? The Soupy Cafe is open and ready for the neighbourhood to socialize on the last Thursday of the Month (except December is held early) from 12-1pm. Enjoy hot soups and home cooked meals. Everyone welcome, lunch by donation.
Category:Events
Date:Sep 26, 2019
Time:12:00pm - 1:00pm
Address:240 Lions Way Qualicum Beach
Location:Lighthouse Community Centre
Cost:Lunch by Donation
Phone:(250) 757-9711
Website:Open Site
Sep 27, 2019
Sep 27, 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:Sep 27, 2019
Time:7:00pm
Address:1600 Stroulger Road, Parksville
Location:Smoke 'N Water @ Pacific Shores Resort & Spa
Cost:No Cover
Website:Open Site
 
Sep 27, 2019
prime

Enjoy our fabulous Prime Rib Dinner with all the fixin’s. After 4:20.
Category:Events
Date:Sep 27, 2019
Time:4:15pm
Address:5467 Island Highway S Union Bay
Location:Highwayman Saloon
Sep 28, 2019
Sep 28, 2019 to Oct 12, 2019
art

3,2,1-Create Exhibition

This exhibition will be open at the MAC from Sep 7 through Oct 12. The MAC is open Tue-Sun 10-4.

Over the past decade, the three artists have been working together. The photographer, Don Zeghers, takes artistic photos during vacations and daily events that often inspire Krista Zeghers and Coreen Zerr. Together the three artists will confer on various photos that can be combined or altered to produce a new image. Sometimes the photographer will go out and purposefully find pho...more info
Category:Art
Start:Sep 28, 2019
End:Oct 12, 2019
Time:10:00am - 4:00pm
Address:133 McMillan Street, Parksville
Location:McMillan Arts Centre (The MAC)
Website:Open Site
 
Sep 28, 2019
Ground Zero Acoustic lounge is pleased to be hosting Dave Kilbank as he releases his new CD “YOUNG & OLD”

Dave started playing 12-string guitar and writing songs as a teen with big dreams…
After college in Ottawa, he got into Radio Production, which turned into a 27-year career in
stations across Canada. He continued writing songs when he had time, and recording them
when he could afford studio time…
Then in 2006, he bought an Apple MacBook, and found the GarageBand Program, which meant
he could work on his music at home. In 3 short years, he produced 3 CD’s of original songs, and ...more info
Category:Concerts
Date:Sep 28, 2019
Time:7:00pm - 9:30pm
Address:#8 464 Island Highway East Parksville
Location:Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge
Cost:$15
Website:Open Site
 
Sep 28, 2019
Catch dance fever under the disco lights at Oceanside Place Arena. The flashing lights and pumping music will take you back in time on Saturdays September 28 and October 26 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
Category:Family
Date:Sep 28, 2019
Time:7:30pm - 9:00pm
Address:830 West Island Hwy Parksville
Location:Oceanside Place Arena
Cost:Regular Admission
Website:Open Site
 
Sep 28, 2019
mask

ECHO Players is celebrating its 45th Birthday, and we’re throwing a party!

We are opening the doors to the Village Theatre to all community members and those in surrounding areas to explore the performing arts in Qualicum Beach. This is the chance to get the inside scoop on who we are and what we have to offer. Have a grandchild who is interested in performing? A neighbor new to the community and looking to meet people? Perhaps a colleague with a variety of skills to share – we welcome anyone and ever...more info
Category:Events
Date:Sep 28, 2019
Time:10:00am - 3:00pm
Address:110 W 2nd Ave Qualicum Beach
Location:Village Theatre Qualicum Beach
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
 
Sep 28, 2019
music

Jack Garton & the Demon Squadron Dance at the Errington Hall

Steeped in the boisterous and irreverent East Vancouver arts community, Jack Garton’s music is always a dance party. His distinctive voice on the accordion mixes Cajun, European and country styles with ease into an exciting roots music feast.

Yummy refreshments and Creekmore’s coffee available.

Tickets $20 at Cranky Dog Music, Heaven on Earth, Errington Store. $5 at the door for youth ages 6-12, free under age 6. $22.50 online at ...more info
Category:Events
Date:Sep 28, 2019
Time:Doors 7:30pm; Show 8:00pm
Address:1390 Errington Rd, Errington
Location:Errington War Memorial Hall
Cost:$20 / $22.50 online
Website:Open Site
 
Sep 28, 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:Sep 28, 2019
Time:7:00pm
Address:1600 Stroulger Road, Parksville
Location:Smoke 'N Water @ Pacific Shores Resort & Spa
Cost:No Cover
Website:Open Site
 
Sep 28, 2019 to Sep 29, 2019
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Sept. 28 and 29, 2019
VIU’s Milner Gardens & Woodland Fall Plant Sale
10am to 4pm. Take home a piece of this Heritage Garden, choosing from a variety of propagated specimens. Great discounts; come early for best selection! Gardens close 5pm.

Master Gardeners will be on hand to offer advice. Enjoy tea, soup and scones in the Tea Room 11:30am – 4pm. Garden admission is payable to access Tea Room; winter rates for Plant Sale: $6 for adults and $4 for youth. Free entry to children 12 and under accomp...more info
Category:Markets
Start:Sep 28, 2019
End:Sep 29, 2019
Time:10:00am - 4:00pm
Address:2179 West Island Highway Qualicum Beach
Location:VIU Milner Gardens and Woodland
Cost:$4 – $6
Website:Open Site
 
Sep 28, 2019 to Sep 29, 2019
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Sept. 28 and 29, 2019
VIU’s Milner Gardens & Woodland Fall Plant Sale
10am to 4pm. Take home a piece of this Heritage Garden, choosing from a variety of propagated specimens. Great discounts; come early for best selection! Gardens close 5pm.

Master Gardeners will be on hand to offer advice. Enjoy tea, soup and scones in the Tea Room 11:30am – 4pm. Garden admission is payable to access Tea Room; winter rates for Plant Sale: $6 for adults and $4 for youth. Free entry to children 12 and under accomp...more info
Category:Markets
Start:Sep 28, 2019
End:Sep 29, 2019
Time:10:00am - 4:00pm
Address:2179 West Island Highway Qualicum Beach
Location:VIU Milner Gardens and Woodland
Cost:$4 – $6
Website:Open Site
 
Sep 28, 2019
club ride at Hammerfest trails
Category:Events
Date:Sep 28, 2019
Time:9:00am - 11:00pm
Location:yellow gate just before you reach Englishman river park Errington,
Cost:Free
 
Sep 28, 2019 to Oct 12, 2019
art

'Nature's Hidden Treasures' Exhibition by Rich Williams

This exhibition will be open at the MAC from Sep 7 through Oct 12. The MAC is open Tue-Sun 10-4.

Rich Williams' work is primarily in acrylics and watercolour, and covers a cross-section of subjects such as landscapes, structures, boats, florals and abstracts.

From a very early age Rich was interested in art. Studying art in high school only tweaked his interest more. He attended S.A.I.T., taking first-year Architectural Technology where he l...more info
Category:Art
Start:Sep 28, 2019
End:Oct 12, 2019
Time:10:00am - 4:00pm
Address:133 McMillan Street, Parksville, BC
Location:McMillan Arts Centre (The MAC)
Website:Open Site
 
Sep 28, 2019
Legion 76 Pancake Breakfast every Saturday throughout the summer. 8:30-11:30 in the Garden. $7 for adults; $3 for children 5-10 and children under 5 are free
Category:Events
Date:Sep 28, 2019
Time:8:30am - 11:30am
Address:180 Veterans Way Qualicum Beach
Location:Qualicum Beach Legion (Branch #76)
Cost:$3 – $10
Website:Open Site
 
Sep 28, 2019
Longer hours for Summer! 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 Oceanside 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.
Category:Farmers Market
Date:Sep 28, 2019
Time:8:30am - 1:00pm
Address:644 Memorial Avenue Qualicum Beach
Location:Qualicum Beach Community Hall
Website:Open Site
 
Sep 28, 2019
tour

Town Tour: The ‘Town’ tour starts at The Old School House, proceeds down Memorial to the CIBC plaza, takes in part of Second Avenue, then back to Memorial and along Railway to the old railway station and the Qualicum Beach Museum.

Crown Tour: The ‘Crown’ tour takes a nostalgic look back at Qualicum’s early resorts, from the humble Grandview Camp to the quaint St. Andrew’s Lodge to the grand Qualicum Beach Hotel. You’ll learn about the early years of the golf course and take in the stately Crown Mansi...more info
Category:Events
Date:Sep 28, 2019
Time:10:00am
Location:Various Venues
Cost:$10
 
Sep 28, 2019
red

Be prepared and get trained in first aid skills. Training includes home hazards, accident prevention, safety education, CPR, first aid skills for common emergencies and automated external defibrillators (AED). Retraining is recommended every three years. Qualicum Commons, on Saturday, September 28 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, cost is $89. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks at 250-248-3252 to pre-register. View recreation programs online at rdn.bc.ca/recreation.
Category:Workshop
Date:Sep 28, 2019
Time:9:00am - 5:00pm
Address:744 Primrose Avenue Qualicum
Location:Qualicum Commons, RDN Activity Room 12
Cost:$89
Website:Open Site
 
Sep 28, 2019
red

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, Saturday, September 28 and 29 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, cost is $163. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks at 250-248-3252 to pre-register. View recreation program...more info
Category:Workshop
Date:Sep 28, 2019
Time:8:00am - 5:00pm
Address:744 Primrose Avenue Qualicum
Location:Qualicum Commons, RDN Activity Room 12
Cost:$163
Website:Open Site
 
Sep 28, 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.
Category:Events
Date:Sep 28, 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
 
Sep 28, 2019 to Sep 29, 2019
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Sept. 28 and 29, 2019
VIU’s Milner Gardens & Woodland Fall Plant Sale
10am to 4pm. Take home a piece of this Heritage Garden, choosing from a variety of propagated specimens. Great discounts; come early for best selection! Gardens close 5pm.

Master Gardeners will be on hand to offer advice. Enjoy tea, soup and scones in the Tea Room 11:30am – 4pm. Garden admission is payable to access Tea Room; winter rates for Plant Sale: $6 for adults and $4 for youth. Free entry to children 12 and under accomp...more info
Category:Markets
Start:Sep 28, 2019
End:Sep 29, 2019
Time:10:00am - 4:00pm
Address:2179 West Island Highway Qualicum Beach
Location:VIU Milner Gardens and Woodland
Cost:$4 – $6
Website:Open Site
 
Sep 28, 2019 to Sep 29, 2019
mil

Sept. 28 and 29, 2019
VIU’s Milner Gardens & Woodland Fall Plant Sale
10am to 4pm. Take home a piece of this Heritage Garden, choosing from a variety of propagated specimens. Great discounts; come early for best selection! Gardens close 5pm.

Master Gardeners will be on hand to offer advice. Enjoy tea, soup and scones in the Tea Room 11:30am – 4pm. Garden admission is payable to access Tea Room; winter rates for Plant Sale: $6 for adults and $4 for youth. Free entry to children 12 and under accomp...more info
Category:Markets
Start:Sep 28, 2019
End:Sep 29, 2019
Time:10:00am - 4:00pm
Address:2179 West Island Highway Qualicum Beach
Location:VIU Milner Gardens and Woodland
Cost:$4 – $6
Website:Open Site
 
Sep 28, 2019
wellness

Oceanside Volunteer Association is presenting its annual Wellness and Volunteer Fair on Saturday, September 28nd, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Vendors, support groups, recreation groups, healthcare practitioners, and providers will be on site to share information and samples about the wellness products and services they offer. There will be demonstrations on the stage in the main hall and presentations in the Lion’s Room. Food service will include tea, coffee, baked goods, sandwiches and wraps for purchase. ...more info
Category:Events
Date:Sep 28, 2019
Time:10:00am - 3:30pm
Address:747 Jones Street Qualicum Beach
Location:Qualicum Beach Civic Centre
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
 
Sep 28, 2019
Tickets available at Arbutus Music, Cranky Dog Music, Coombs General Store, Billie Shakepeare’s in QB and Alberni Colour Corner. Call 250 927 2747 for more information.
Category:Events
Date:Sep 28, 2019
Time:7:00pm - 11:45pm
Address:2601 Alberni Hwy Coombs
Location:CHRCO Hall, Coombs Rodeo Grounds
Cost:$20 – $25
Website:Open Site

 
Sep 22, 2019 to Sep 28, 2019
 


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