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Each year home owners spend thousands of dollars on sewer line and drain tile replacement. Various factors including tree roots, soil and deposits, grease or other contaminants or debris can contribute to the deterioration of the ability of your home drainage system to operate effectively. This can cause everything from toilet over-flows to water infiltration in the basement to back-ups of sewage into shared drains such as showers or bath tubs. If the line is old, it is a good idea to replace the whole system and bring it in compliance with the building code. In other cases, it may simply be a section that can be repaired. Often, it’s just a matter of a simple (low cost) cleaning and flushing to clear debris and resolve your problem. If you think the problem may be a blockage you might want to do a drain inspection using a CCTV camera. The inspection may save you hundreds or even thousands of dollars. Here’s how it works:

1. A small closed-circuit camera is introduced into the drain and is fed along your sewer or perimeter drain. The operator checks the images on the screen for debris. Any debris or issues are indexed so the homeowner will know exactly what and where it is. 2. If a problem is identified it can usually be fixed with either a drain cable or via a Hydro Jet. A drain cable is a rotating cable with a blade designed to cut through debris such as roots or other potential blockages. A Hydro Jet is a different piece of equipment that uses a high-pressure water spray with enough power to burst through blockages and fully clean the pipe. There are some technical considerations with either approach that will inform the best route for you and the proper expertise and experience are critical.

STARLIGHT OUTDOOR MOVIE NIGHT

Sat, Aug 11 • 7pm – 11pm Bring your lawn chair & blanket for a FREE family event! • Disney PIXAR “Coco” on the BIG screen (at sunset) • Children’s activities & entertainment • Complimentary snack & refreshments • Prizes & more… *Complete details at: countryclubcentre.com

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Kids Programming: Poetry

EngAGE Caregivers Support Group Drop-in meeting for

& Protests: 01:30pm at Nanaimo Museum, 100 Museum Way. Island Roots Farmers’ Market

is a “make it, bake it, grow it, catch it, forage it” market, all vendors involved in production of product they sell. 4pm Beban Park, 2300 Bowen Road. 250756-5200 Concerts in the Park: This

3. Determine the best path forward. If the drain cleaning operation is in response to an emergency, it may be prudent to consider a full or partial repair to the pipe system. Whatever your situation is regular maintenance inspection and cleaning are crucial before we are once again into the wet fall and winter months.

summer bring a lawn chair and a picnic while enjoying some great musical entertainment in Nanaimo’s beautiful parks. 06:00pm at Maffeo Sutton Park, 100 Comox Road. Check locations as they vary by date.

AUG 02 Commercial Street Night Market: Bring the family down

to the Nanaimo Night market with artisan vendors, crafters, food producers, and downtown merchants line the streets selling everything from food to crafts. 05:00pm at Nanaimo Night Market, Commercial Street. 250756-1191

Nanaimo Public Cemetery Tours: Nanaimo Public

adults providing primary care for adult w chronic illness 2nd & 4th Wed of month 1pm-2:30pm & 1st Thurs of each month from 6-7:30pm. Nanaimo Family Life Association, 1070 Townsite Road.

Name that Tune “Music Trivia” So you think you know music?

Come test your knowledge with our weekly “Name that Tune” Food drink specials prizes for the top teams. 07:30pm at Dinghy Dock Pub Live at the Longwood: A free live concert series happening every Thursday night with great local and touring musicians! 08:00pm at The Longwood Brew Pub, 5775 Turner Rd.

AUG 03 Nanaimo Downtown Farmers’ Market 21st year! Find

locally grown veggies, fruits, specialty meats, baked goods, incl GF options. Fridays 10:00-2:00. Pioneer Waterfront Plaza, Front St. Kids Programming: Sea Salt and River Rocks: 01:30pm

Cemetery Tour! 10:00am at Nanaimo Museum, 100 Museum Way.

at Nanaimo Museum, 100 Museum Way.

Summer Guitar & Fiddle Camp Workshops Hosted by

Australia Corner Lounge in Nanaimo 09:00pm at The Corner Lounge, 121 Bastion Street.

Nanaimo Fiddle Society Aug 2 at 9:00am Aspengrove School, 7660 Clark Drive Lantzville, BC fmi nanaimofiddlesociety.

Mapstone – Live music from

AUG 04 Young Plantz: 09:00pm at

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The Well Pub, 3956 Victoria Avenue. Gabriola Farmers Market Fresh Produce, Art, Crafts,

and more Every Saturday over 80 vendors with all kinds of fresh produce, baked goods, artists, crafters, jewellers, photography, candy makers, pet treats, and more… Market Hours 10am-2pm 465 South Rd Gabriola, BC Improv Workshop 12pm-

5pm 1-day workshop w/ special guest facilitator! Contact asap, so we can gauge interest in this new group Maribridges@ shaw.ca/Lyndonbzdel@ gmail.com Ladysmith Little Theatre 4985 Christie Road Ladysmith, BC

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colors and flavors. All supplies are incl. all ages are welcome. 03:00pm at Lost Arts Club, 2358 Wild Dove Road.

AUG 07 4Cats Arts Studio Summer Camps! CHOOSE OWN

ADVENTURE CAMP Earn /collect badges throughout FULL DAY 9am-4pm 1/2 d camps 9am-12pm or 1pm-4pm 5, 3 or 2-day options 9am at 101-115 Chapel

Digital Signage Drives Sales at Retail Using the Big Screen in your business and Rideout Digital Solutions you can entertain customers, communicate your message and pomote your business!

Afternoon Concerts in the Park Tuesday afternoons in

August bring lawn chair and picnic for musical entertainment 12:30pm at Bowen Park Amphitheatre, 500 Bowen Road. 250-756-5200

managed remotely! Melted bead (Perler) fun

Outdoor Market Crafts, Farmers, Home Based Business

Space $25 bring own table/tents Crafters, Seller’s, home based bus. reserve early 250-713-5733 10:004:00. At Shima Karate School 3032 Barons Create your own unique miniature garden in 10”

clay planter w/fairies, gnomes, cartoon characters and more. All ages welcome all supplies incl 11am / 3pm / 7pm at Lost Arts Club, 2358 Wild Dove Road. Ladysmith Days An exhil-

arating annual event for over 40 years 8:00am 11:00pm Transfer Beach Blvd Ladysmith, BC info@ ladysmithdays.ca

night; make any designs

you choose and can be completed in the 2-hour class time. All supplies are incl and all ages are welcome. 06:00pm at Lost Arts Club, 2358 Wild Dove Road.

AUG 08 EngAGE Caregivers Support Group Drop-in meeting for

adults providing primary care for adult w/chronic illness. 2nd and 4th Wed of month 1pm-2:30pm & 1st Thurs of month fr. 6-7:30pm. Nanaimo Family Life Association, 1070 Townsite Road.

Kids Programming: Poetry & Protests: Kids Program-

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ming: Poetry & Protests 01:30pm at Nanaimo Museum, 100 Museum Way.

Lip Balm Making: Make

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merchants line the streets selling everything from food to crafts. 5:00pm at Nanaimo Night Market, Commercial Street. 250756-1191

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Name that Tune “Music Trivia”

Nanaimo Fringe Festival in

the heart of the Harbour City. 10 companies performing at Harbour City Theatre and the Conference Centre. 08:00pm at Harbour City Theatre, 25 Victoria Road. 250 7535331 Commercial Street Night Market: Bring the family down

to the Nanaimo Night market with artisan vendors, crafters, food producers, and downtown

know music? Come test your knowledge with our weekly “Name that Tune” show Food and drink specials. prizes for top teams 7:30pm at Dinghy Dock Pub, 8 Pirates Lane. Live at the Longwood: A free live concert series happening every Thursday night with great local and touring musicians! 08:00pm at The Longwood Brew Pub, 5775 Turner Rd.

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AUG 10 Nanaimo Downtown Farmers’ Market 21st year! Find

locally grown veggies, fruits, specialty meats, baked goods, incl GF options. Fridays 10:00-2:00. Pioneer Waterfront Plaza, Front St. Kids Programming: Sea Salt and River Rocks: 01:30pm

at Nanaimo Museum, 100 Museum Way. Nanaimo Fringe Festival in the heart of the Harbour City.

10 companies performing at Harbour City Theatre and the Conference Centre. 08:00pm at Harbour City Theatre, 25 Victoria Road. 250 753-5331 Old City Laugh Lounge with Ross Dauk: The Old City

Laugh Lounge Starring: ROSS DAUK (Vancouver, BC) with special guests. 08:00pm at The Old City Station Pub, 150 Skinner Street. 250-716-0030

AUG 11 Nanaimo Fringe Festival in

the heart of the Harbour City. 10 companies performing at Harbour City Theatre and the Conference Centre. 08:00pm at Harbour City Theatre, 25 Victoria Road. 250 7535331 Symphony by the Sea: “This

is our gift of live music to the people of Nanaimo” Bring your picnic blankets, lawn chairs - (& umbrellas, rain or shine event). 6pm at Maffeo

This summer Nanaimo’s heart of the city will beat a bit stronger during the Thursday night Commercial Street Night Market. The popularity of ‘night markets’ has grown throughout urban centres over the past few years and now it’s Nanaimo’s turn to join this popular movement. “Based on our experience producing the Bathtub Days Street Fair last summer, a group of merchants were discussing the chances of expanding on that event with us. We simply said… let’s just do that over and over again next summer, and the Night Market idea was launched” according to Kim Smythe of the Greater Nanaimo Chamber of Commerce. “It’s one of a number of ideas we’re hoping to present downtown in 2018.” Commercial Street from Terminal Avenue to Church & Chapel Streets will be closed to vehicular

Sutton Park, 100 Comox Road.

AUG 12 Nanaimo Fringe Festival in

the heart of the Harbour City. 10 companies performing at Harbour City Theatre and the Conference Centre. 08:00pm at Harbour City Theatre, 25 Victoria Road. 250 7535331 Create your unique tree of life

by wrapping copper wire and glass beads around green coated aluminum 14” circular frame. All supplies are incl all ages welcome 2pm Lost Arts Club, 2358 Wild Dove Road.

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Camps! CHOOSE OWN

ADVENTURE CAMP Earn /collect badges throughout FULL DAY 9am-4pm 1/2 d camps 9am-12pm or 1pm-4pm 5, 3 or 2-day options 9am at 101-115 Chapel Lacrosse Summer Camp

(Ages 10-14 yrs) Annual Camp designed to refine and enhance the skills of participants in a fun and positive environment. 09:00am at NDSS Turf Field, 355 Wakesiah Avenue. Film Camp for Kids (Ages 8-12):

Enjoying fun, creative experience making a movie. Gain new skills & understanding of filmmaking. 10am Spotlight Home Studio, 1975 Haslam

traffic as artisan vendor booths line the streets selling everything from food to crafts to curios. Live entertainment will be staged at several points downtown. Food trucks will be located on Diana Krall Plaza and a variety of family activities like bouncy castles and climbing walls will be offered on each of the market nights. Downtown merchants are invited to join in and put their wares out on the street for an evening. Restaurants and café’s are also invited to join in. The Thursday night festivities continue through to August 30. Over 100 vendors are projected to attend weekly. Vendor booths will operate from 5 pm to 9 pm. Interested in becoming a vendor? Call us for more information and to register today. Entertainers can inquire with the Chamber at 250756-1191 or by email at info@nanaimochamber. bc.ca

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Road. 250-714-2555 Music Theatre (Ages 5-8): “Go

Fish” Musical Theatre Day Camp – Instructor Lindsay Suddaby leads your child on a fun-filled musical adventure. 10:00am at Nanaimo Conservatory of Music, 375 Selby Street. Nanaimo Fringe Festival in

the heart of the Harbour City. 10 companies performing at Harbour City Theatre and the Conference Centre. 08:00pm at Harbour City Theatre, 25 Victoria Road. 250 7535331 Tie Dye Soap Class: Make

4 x 3.75 oz. bars of soap (additional soaps can be made if time allows for $3 each bar). You can

choose from glycerin or goat’s milk melt and pour soap base. 06:30pm at Lost Arts Club, 2358 Wild Dove Road.

AUG 14 Nanaimo Fringe Festival in

the heart of the Harbour City. 10 companies performing at Harbour City Theatre and the Conference Centre. 08:00pm at Harbour City Theatre, 25 Victoria Road. 250 7535331 Afternoon Concerts in the Park Tues afternoon (check

loc’s by date) in August bring lawn chair and picnic for music entertainment 12:30pm at Bowen Park Amphitheatre, 500

Bowen Road. 250-7565200 Make 4 x 3.75 oz. bars of soap;

1 of each shape shown in the photo (addt’l soaps if time allows for $3 each bar). Choose from glycerin or goat’s milk soap 6:30pm Lost Arts Club, 2358 Wild Dove Road. On the Dock w/Kendall Patrick, Stolie, Brandon Stone Acoustic Concert w/Kendall Patrick, Stolie, Brandon Stone. Ticket incl round-

trip ferry & the show. 07:00pm at Dinghy Dock Pub, 8 Pirates Lane.

forming at Harbour City Theatre and the Conference Centre. 08:00pm at Harbour City Theatre, 25 Victoria Road. 250 7535331 Kids Programming: Poetry & Protests: 01:30pm at

Nanaimo Museum, 100 Museum Way. Island Roots Farmers’ Market

is a “make it, bake it, grow it, catch it, forage it” market, all vendors involved in production of product they sell. 4pm Beban Park, 2300 Bowen Road. 250756-5200 Concerts in the Park: This

AUG 15 Nanaimo Fringe Festival in

the heart of the Harbour City. 10 companies per-

summer bring a lawn chair and a picnic while enjoying some great musical entertainment

$20

Advance admission tickets. ($25 at the door) Food and drink tickets sold inside event.

Fri. Oct. 19 | 4 - 9pm | Beban Park | 250-754-7587 | theatreone.org Walk the red carpet at TheatreOne’s Bite of Nanaimo: A Night on Broadway, on Friday, October 19 from 4-9pm at Beban Park. Come whet your appetite at our 26th annual foodie fundraiser that supports the performing arts.

Admission tickets are $20 in advance, or $25 at the door. Bundle your entry purchase with $25 of food & drink tickets (otherwise sold inside the event) for a chance to win a draw package!

Our signature culinary arts event boasts an impressive range of vendors that serve sample size portions of select menu items. This year’s event features delectable entrees and beverages, plus Broadway-themed roving entertainers, a photo booth, a prize table, and a silent auction too! Visit www.theatreone.org or call 250-754-7587

in Nanaimo’s beautiful parks. 06:00pm at Maffeo Sutton Park, 100 Comox Road.

AUG 16 Nanaimo Fringe Festival in the heart of the Harbour City.

10 companies performing at Harbour City Theatre and the Conference Centre. 08:00pm at Harbour City Theatre, 25 Victoria Road. 250 753-5331 Commercial Street Night Market: Bring the family down

to the Nanaimo Night market with artisan vendors, crafters, food producers, and downtown merchants line the streets selling everything from food to crafts. 5:00pm at Nanaimo Night Market, Commercial Street. 250756-1191 Nanaimo Metaphysical Network presents, a talk with

Dr. Richard Alan Miller, August 16th,: 07:00pm at Unity Centre of Nanaimo, 2325 East Wellington Road.

Name that Tune “Music Trivia”: So you think you

know music? Come test your knowledge with our weekly “Name that Tune” Food/ drink specials. Also prizes for the top teams. 07:30pm at Dinghy Dock Pub, 8 Pirates Lane. Live at the Longwood: A free live concert series happening every Thursday night with great local and touring musicians! 08:00pm at The Longwood Brew Pub, 5775 Turner Rd.

AUG 17 Vancouver Island Exhibition (VIEX): Welcome to the

Vancouver Island Exhibition Fair!! For 3 fun-filled packed days, over 20,000 fair-goers will get to experience the biggest and best event that Nanaimo has to offer. 09:00am at Beban Park Fairgrounds, 2300 Bowen Road. 250756-5200 Nanaimo Downtown Farmers’ Market 21st year! Find

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Real food is either unprocessed or made with very little processing. Real food does not need a label or fancy packaging. A deli sandwich is made to order and is filled with the nutrients that your body craves. Real food is typically a whole food that is life sustaining and requires minimal packaging. Our bodies are made to digest real food, not highly processed stuff that may taste OK but really does nothing to improve our health. If you have yet to try a Nellie’s Deli sandwich then you owe it to your body to come in and try one today!

PET TIP Summer Travel Ever heard of the saying “Dog days of summer”? According to Wikipedia, The Dog Days of Summer are actually NOT named after the laziness of dogs during the summer months. Dog Days actually refers to the rising of the star Sirius which generally occurs around July 3 and runs to around August 11.

Written by Dr. Julie Lamb Applecross Veterinary Hospital

Want to know where Sirius is? It is the brightest star (next to the sun) and found in the southwestern sky as part of the Canis Major constellation.

Sirius was also worshiped in Egypt as the Goddess Sopdet, and associated with the annual flooding of the Nile.

Sirius is also the portent of fevers and sickness which for our dogs means watch out for heat stroke! Heat stroke can occur when the weather is hot, or if there is limited air flow in a warm area. Dogs that have shorter muzzles, respiratory disease, or heart disease are particularly susceptible to heat stroke. The clinical signs are “panicked panting”, vomiting, diarrhoea or collapse.

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My dogs and I avoid this nasty condition by spending our time seeking out cool areas. That doesn’t mean we don’t enjoy time in the garden or out on hikes. In the garden, they chase the water I’m trying to get on the wilting plants, and then crawl in under the beans or tomatoes to wait for “hike time”.

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We tend to avoid longer hikes, and when we do I bring a lot of extra water for them. Our hikes focus more on forest regions where there is plenty of shade, then the open sun or pavement. We try to make at least one lake or river stop for swimming along the way and cooling off. I pack extra water, snacks (for dogs and people), and a cotton scarf in case I need to get someone cool really quickly. Cotton scarves are great for soaking up water and wringing it over a hot head and back. You can also use it to keep paws wet if you are a long way from help and you have a collapsed dog. Dogs loose a lot of heat through their feet, and keeping them (and the rest of their bodies) wet can save a life. Let us know on Facebook your favourite activities with your dog during the Dog Days of Summer!

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Looking and feeling cool during the summer has its challenges. Here are a few ideas to get your warm weather wardrobe in order.

Choose lightweight, breathable fabrics like linen, silk and cotton. Many lines use the perfect blend of natural and synthetic fabrics to keep you cool without the wrinkling of pure linen or cotton. Look for viscose, bamboo and rayon blends. Dress in light colours, especially on top because they reflect the light away. A summer wardrobe of soft grey, tan, white and taupe will serve you well. Pairing white with navy creates a fresh, crisp summer look perfect for travel or dressing up. Reach for dresses, skirts, and wide leg or palazzo pants to stay cool. If you want more coverage in a skirt or dress, avoid the panty hose and instead wear maxi or midi styles. If you are planning to spend time in air conditioning like on a cruise or at the office, make sure you have lightweight layers ready. Simple cardigans, shrugs or unlined blazers are practical to have in your bag or at your desk and can turn any outfit into a polished look. If you are concerned about sweat marks, go for patterned clothing which camouflages sweat much better than solid colours. Loose fitting and draped tops are great options too.

locally grown veggies, fruits, specialty meats, baked goods, incl GF options. Fridays 10:00-2:00. Pioneer Waterfront Plaza, Front St. Kids Programming: Sea Salt

and River Rocks: 01:30pm at Nanaimo Museum, 100 Museum Way. Nanaimo Fringe Festival in the heart of the Harbour City.

10 companies performing at Harbour City Theatre and the Conference Centre. 08:00pm at Harbour City Theatre, 25 Victoria Road. 250 753-5331 Presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cup Beer and Burger: An evening of

fun, food, and prizes!

We will have door prize giveaways throughout the evening, as well as a 50/50 draw and other raffles. We will also have our silent auction. 06:00pm at The Old City Station Pub, 150 Skinner Street. 250716-0030

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Lastly, keep your feet cool with sandals or perforated flats or heels. Follow these clothing tips to beat the heat this summer and remember to shop with a purpose! Go for items you can mix-and-match into your existing wardrobe for fun new outfits.

GET IN THE HOLE!

AUG 18 Metaphysical Network Presents: Self-Hypnosis/ESP

Workshop with Dr. Richard Alan Miller: Don;t miss this rare opportunity with Dr. RAM 12:00am Unity Centre of Nanaimo, 2325 East Wellington Road. Vancouver Island Exhibition (VIEX): Welcome to the

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tion Fair!! For 3 fun-filled packed days, over 20,000 fair-goers will get to experience the biggest and best event that Nanaimo has to offer. 09:00am at Beban Park Fairgrounds, 2300 Bowen Road. 250756-5200

Children of the Grave, Mr. Crowley, Crazy Train, and War Pigs, to name a few. 07:30pm at The Port Theatre, 125 Front Street.

Nanaimo Fringe Festival in the heart of the Harbour City.

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10 companies performing at Harbour City Theatre and the Conference Centre. 08:00pm at Harbour City Theatre, 25 Victoria Road. 250 753-5331 Bourne to be OZZ: Canadian Ozzy & Black Sabbath Experience: The hard-rockinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

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KOOL TOYS for “KIDS” from 1 to 92

Kool and child Summer vacations are the perfect time for active play! A great piece of equipment can be the catalyst for an afternoon of recreation - especially when a single piece can perform multiple functions. The modern hula hoop has been around for over 50 years! Traditional round hoops are available in assorted sizes, as well as newer designs with v-shaped rings that make performing tricks even easier. Group get-togethers are the perfect time to see who can keep their hoop spinning the longest or come up with the craziest trick. This is the ideal opportunity for grown-ups to show the kids how hooping is really done. When the spinning is over, hoops also double as great targets for throwing games. A super-bouncy ball or crazy-bounce ball can add to the challenge of hitting a target. For a new twist on racket games, Ogodisks, or ‘hand trampolines’, are great for multi-age play. Invent your own rules for a back-and-forth or over-the-net game with the included stringy ball. Homemade balls are another possibility with these rackets, as long as there are no sharp edges. For another twist they also double as a flying disc or an amazing water balloon launcher. Their bouncy surface looks deceptively light, but they stand up to years of play. Pogo jumpers bring out the kid in everyone. These bouncy foam blocks with bungee cord handles are the simplest form of pogo stick. With a high weight rating, we haven’t figured out why they only show children on the boxes. Extensively staff tested, we never fail to laugh while they’re in use. The model with a built in counter is

the perfect opportunity to see which family member can log the most bounces in one use. For indoor or outdoor use, they are great for burning off excess energy. At the beach, in a backyard or even in a rec room we hope that you find a family fun activity that can keep you moving and laughing at the same time. You’re never too old to play!

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NUKO NANAIMO IS CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR SEPTEMBER 2018. Visit: https://www.nuko.ca/ and click on “Programs Available” to find the online application! Nanaimo Unique Kids Organization Mission: “NUKO will be a leader in supporting children and youth in a unique learning environment that fosters personal, social and life skills development, to prepare successful and thriving individuals in our community.” NUKO’s story began in 2005 when a group of parents banded together to create a learning centre where their children could be successful. NUKO opened the doors to a centre offering low student to adult ratios and a safe, accepting environment featuring small class sizes and a caring team of support staff. Since these humble beginnings, NUKO has grown to two centres and are able to serve children aged 2.5 - 19 who face neurological disabilities like autism, downs syndrome, FAS and others that impact learning. Providing support academically, recreationally, socially and be-

haviourally, NUKO still maintains the standard set by those early families who saw the importance of providing the very best to our “Unique Kids”. We are proud of our successes - we have seen students obtain their adult graduation, and gain the skills needed to transition back into the public system. NUKO is a non-profit, registered Canadian charity. “I cannot express in words the difference NUKO has made for my son. His learning, cognitive abilities, social skills, self-awareness, self-confidence, mindfulness, and overall joy has improved significantly since he has attended NUKO. He laughs, shares stories about his day, he talks about his friends at school, and he is learning! His printing has improved, and I have noticed a significant increase in his vocabulary, sentence structure, and expressing himself.” NUKO parent. Want to learn more? Give us a call 250-591-0102

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1. Aussie slang for “dish licker”. 2. Worlds largest river by volume? 3. Dark Side of the Moon Album by? 4. What does the N stand for in NATO? 5. A vote in“Oregon Country” in 1843 was 52 to 50 to do what? au18

Symp h on y b y t he Sea 2018 Saturday, August 11th, 2018 6:00 PM This community event is proudly presented by the Vancouver Island Symphony and admission is by donation. Each year 5,000+ people head to Maffeo Sutton Park with picnic blankets, lawn chairs - (and sometimes umbrellas, as it

is a rain or shine event) – to enjoy the glorious music of the Vancouver Island Symphony. “This is our gift of live music to the people of Nanaimo,” says Pierre Simard, Vancouver Island Symphony’s Artistic Director. This year the Vancouver Island Symphony will feature music from the Royal Wedding of Prince Harry to Meghan Markle. Everyone in the audience are encouraged to wear their favourite hat or fascinator. In addition, VIS’s Concertmaster Calvin Dyck will be featured as a soloist in music from the Four Seasons by Vivaldi, and the famous “Hot Canary” complete with his own favourite hat - a yellow fedora complete with an Ostrich feather! The second half of the concert will feature music from your favourite movies and TV shows: music from “La La Land”, “The Greatest Showman”, “Downton Abbey”, “Les Miserables” and “Pirates of the Caribbean”. To top it off, thousands of paper lunch bags will be distributed to the audience - and they will be asked to provide the ‘cannon shots’ in the 1812 Overture by Tchaikovsky. “This is audience participation at its best,” says Calvin Dyck, producer of Symphony by the Sea. Donations will be collected to help pay for this premiere musical event. For more information on Symphony by the Sea and all the performances the Vancouver Island Symphony are performing next season, please visit www.vancouverislandsymphony.com. Keeping Music Live!

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Jacqui Kaese trained Cameron Bright known for many roles including the Twilight movies. “Jacqui is an amazing teacher and mentor. She is one of the most caring, supportive and professional people you will ever meet.” - Cameron Bright

AUG 20 4Cats Arts Studio Summer Camps! CHOOSE OWN

ADVENTURE CAMP Earn / collect badges throughout FULL DAY 9am-4pm 1/2 d camps 9am-12pm or 1pm4pm 5, 3 or 2-day options 9am at 101-115 Chapel Full Throttle Film Camp (Ages

13-17) explore full exp. of movie making from. own unique perspective delves into many aspects industry. 10am Spotlight Home Studio, 1975 Haslam Road. 250714-2555 Headstart Suzuki (Ages 3-5):

Instructor Cindy Speelman pre-instrumental

class designed to introduce children to basic musical concepts and beginning repertoire. 10:00am at Nanaimo Conservatory of Music, 375 Selby Street.

AUG 21 Afternoon Concerts in the Park bring a lawn chair

and picnic while enjoying some great musical entertainment in beautiful and popular park. 12:30pm at Bowen Park Amphitheatre, 500 Bowen Road. 250-756-5200 Aromatherapy Wool Dryer Balls: many colors of

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AUG 22 EngAGE Caregivers Support Group Drop-in meeting for

adults providing primary care for adult w/chronic illness. 2nd and 4th Wed of month 1pm-2:30pm & 1st Thurs of month fr. 6-7:30pm. Nanaimo Family Life Association, 1070 Townsite Road. Kids Programming: Poetry & Protests: 01:30pm at

Nanaimo Museum, 100 Museum Way. Island Roots Farmers’ Market:

The Island Roots Farmers’ Market is a “make it, bake it, grow it, catch it, forage it” market, meaning all of the vendors are involved in the production of the product they sell. 04:00pm at Beban Park, 2300 Bowen Road. 250756-5200 Concerts in the Park: This

summer bring a lawn chair and a picnic while enjoying some great musical entertainment in Nanaimo’s beautiful parks. 06:00pm at Maffeo

CINEMA AUG 3 Christopher Robin, The Darkest Minds, Searching, The Spy Who Dumped Me AUG 10 Dog Days, The Meg, BlacKkKlansman, AUG 15 Crazy Rich Asians AUG 17 Alpha, Mile 22 AUG 24 Slender Man, Little Italy, The Happytime Murders, AUG 31 Kin, The Little Stranger, Juliet Naked

Sutton Park, 100 Comox Road

AUG 23 Summertime Blues Festival

has continuously grown in audience attendance and gained an international status amongst blues lovers. “The Event of the Summer” 5pm at Maffeo Sutton Park, 100 Comox Road. Commercial Street Night Market: Bring the family down

to the Nanaimo Night market with artisan vendors, crafters, food producers, and downtown merchants line the streets

selling everything from food to crafts. 5:00pm at Nanaimo Night Market, Commercial Street. 250756-1191 Greg Brown in Concert!

Roots in Iowa, Brown’s song writing lauded by many, songs covered by Willie Nelson, Carlos Santana, & more 7:30pm at St Andrew’s United Church, 311 Fitzwilliam Street.

AUG 24 Nanaimo Downtown Farmers’ Market 21st year! Find

locally grown veggies, fruits, specialty meats, baked goods, incl GF op-

VIDEO AUG 7 Book Club, Breaking In, The Rider, On Chesil Beach, Marrowbone, Aardvark, Lowlife, Revenge, Wildling, Life of the Party, AUG 14 Avengers: Infinity War, Bad Samaritan, How to Talk to Girls at Parties, Furlough, Higher Power, Shock and Awe, The Yellow Birds AUG 21 Deadpool 2, Show Dogs, God’s Not Dead: A Light in the Darkness, First Reformed, Blackwater, Bleeding Steel AUG 28 Tag, RBG, Upgrade, American Animals, Mary Shelley, A Kid Like Jake, Woman Walks Ahead, The Little Vampire, Western

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tions. Fridays 10:00-2:00. Pioneer Waterfront Plaza, Front St. Kids Programming: Sea Salt and River Rocks: 01:30pm

at Nanaimo Museum, 100 Museum Way. Summertime Blues Festival

has continuously grown in audience attendance and gained an international status amongst blues lovers. “The Event of the Summer” 5pm at Maffeo Sutton Park, 100 Comox Road.

AUG 25 Summertime Blues Festival

has continuously grown in audience attendance and gained an international status amongst blues lovers. “The Event of the Summer” 5pm at Maffeo Sutton Park, 100 Comox Road. Below Jobs: 09:00pm at

The Well Pub, 3956 Victoria Avenue.

AUG 26 Summertime Blues Festival

has continuously grown in audience attendance and gained an international status amongst blues lovers. “The Event of the Summer” 5pm at

Maffeo Sutton Park, 100 Comox Road.

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unique Fairy Pot. Select and paint a clay door, window and adornments. All ages are welcome and all supplies are included. 02:00pm at Lost Arts Club, 2358 Wild Dove Road.

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ADVENTURE CAMP Earn /collect badges throughout FULL DAY 9am-4pm 1/2 d camps 9am-12pm or 1pm-4pm 5, 3 or 2-day

Get ready for your choral season! Join Carol Fetherston vocal coach at NCM for a, week-long camp to brush up on your vocal technique. 1pm Nanaimo Conservatory of Music, 375 Selby Street.

8 league champions from across Canada a once in a lifetime experience for players, coaches, volunteers, and fans. 09:00am at Frank Crane Arena, 2300 Bowen Road.

The Nanaimo Local business Partnership programs offers local businesses advertising at significant discount. The program creates benefits to local nonprofit organizations and creates value for our community. Call now for information on how your business can benefit from this program. 250-585-3452 or email info@rideoutcommunications.com Nanaimo Local Business Partnership Members BEBAN PARK GOLF & DRIVING RANGE.........................2280 Bowen Rd, Nanaimo 250.756.0108 BITRATE COMPUTERS...........................................1126 Thunderbird Dr, Nanaimo 250.619.1275 BUDGET BRAKE & MUFFLER AUTO CENTRES............. 3575 Shenton Rd, Nanaimo 250.758.8991 CEDAR VALLEY MEMORIAL GARDENS ............................2347 Cedar Rd, Nanaimo 250.722.2244 CHEMAINUS THEATRE FESTIVAL........................9737 Chemainus Rd, Chemainus 250.246.9520 COTTONWOOD GOLF COURSE ....................................1975 Haslam Rd, Nanaimo 250.245.5157 FOUNTAIN TIRE ......................................................4801 Wellington Rd Nanaimo 250.758.7439 HELIJET ............................................................................100 Port Way, Nanaimo 800.665.4354 ISLAND HOME FURNITURE ...................................104-2517 Bowen Rd, Nanaimo 250.585.0733 KLEIJN NURSURIES....................................................1680 Thatcher Rd, Nanaimo 250.754.4482 KOOL & CHILD.......................................................102-2517 Bowen Rd, Nanaimo 888.390.1775 MB MART ......................................................................572 Stewart Ave Nanaimo 250.591.9393 MARTIN VELSEN REAL ESTATE TEAM............................1-5140 Metral Dr Nanaimo 250.327.2324 MOSAIC IT............................................................................ 41 Nicol St, Nanaimo 250.591.1477 NANAIMO DOWNTOWN FARMER’S MARKET .................................Pioneer Plaza June 1 - Sept 14 SHIMA KARATE SCHOOL NANAIMO .............................3032 Barons Rd, Nanaimo 250.756.1055 WHITE SPOT NANAIMO NORTH .................................. 6561 Island Hwy Nanaimo 250.390.2941 WHITE SPOT NANAIMO SOUTH...................................130 Terminal Ave Nanaimo 250.754.2241 NLBP Non-Profit Organization Members CHEMAINUS THEATRE FESTIVAL........................9737 Chemainus Rd, Chemainus 250.246.9520 CRIMSON COAST DANCE SOCIETY ..........................150 Commercial St, Nanaimo 250.716.3230 HARBOUR CITY THEATRE ..................................................25 Victoria Rd, Nanaimo 250.753.5331 HAVEN HOUSE............................................................2270 Labieux Rd, Nanaimo 250.756.2452 L’ASSOCIATION DES FRANCOPHONES ............ #31 - 1925 Bowen Road, Nanaimo 250.729.2776 LOAVES & FISHES .......................................................1009 Farquhar St, Nanaimo 250.754.8347 NANAIMO CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER ..............1135 Nelson Street, Nanaimo 250.753.0251 NANAIMO COMMUNITY HOSPICE SOCIETY...1080 St George Crescent, Nanaimo 250.591.8811 NANAIMO & DISTRICT HOSPITAL FOUNDATION ...1200 Dufferin Crescent, Nanaimo 250.755.7690 NANAIMO UNIQUE KIDS ORGANIZATION......................60 Needham St Nanaimo 250.591.0102 SCHMOOZE PRODUCTIONS.............................................25 Victoria Rd, Nanaimo 250.739.0721

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SEPTEMBER 1 — 30 11:00AM - 9:00PM Walk the gardens of Painters Lodge surrounded by Fine Art, Artisans and Crafters. Over 150 Artists on display throughout September

EVERY WEEKEND IN SEPTEMBER Mimes, live painting and music on the grounds. Fine Art displayed daily at Painters Lodge and April Point. Historical Art tours with wine and cheese. Must Reserve.

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M-Con 2018 is coming to Nanaimo! Sat, 15 Sep 2018, 10:00 AM –Sun, 16 Sep 2018, 6:00 PM at the Nanaimo Conference Center 101 Gordon Street Nanaimo, BC. 2-Day pass just $25.00 Come participate in Nanaimo’s biggest geek and video game convention while supporting a great cause. This year, all profits will go to Nanaimo Youth Services Association! Kids under 10 FREE! Our website: M-Con.ca For all inquiries email Sharongerts@gmail.com Gaming at M-Con! Come join a tournament or two and see where you stand amongst other Islanders! This BYOC (Bring Your Own Computer) event will take place on Saturday and Sunday, and anyone with a gaming pass can join as many tournaments as time permits. When not in a tournament, enjoy our free Video game coordinators M-Con Jan.kubal@ mosaicit.ca sharongerts@gmail.com

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! For fans of custom, classic and antique cars, trucks, and motorcycles, summer means car shows and cruisin’! Here’s a quick hit list of upcoming mid-Island events and meet-ups. •• August 12 the Gabriola Cruisers Show & Shine takes place in the field below Twin Beaches on Gabriola island from 11 am - 3 pm. 250.714.3279 •• August 17 is the Ladysmith Rod Run at the Ladysmith A & W, Cruise only, 4:30 - 9 pm. FMI 250.245.5213 •• August 18 is the Ladysmith Show n’ Shine in the downtown area from 10 am - 3 pm. FMI 250.246.0637 / 250.245.2263 •• August 19 is the 2nd Annual VIEX Wheel-ORama Show and Shine from 10 am - 4 pm at Beban Park Fairgrounds. FMI 250.802.9558 •• August 23 is the ‘Cruisin to End MS Charity Day’ at all A & W Restaurants across Canada. Event is all day •• September 9 is the Cedar Valley Memorial Show & Shine from 10 am - 2 pm at Cedar Valley Memorial Gardens. FMI 250.722.2244 •• September 16 is the Mid-Island Air-Cooled Volkswagens in the Rona Parking Lot at Southgate Mall from 10 am - 3 pm. FMI 250.245.9121 •• September 22 is the Cassidy Country Kitchen Annual Bike & Car Show n Shine from 12 noon - 5 pm. FMI 250.924.2500

‘Cruisin’ the Dub’ is a growing phenomenon across the country: owners of custom, vintage and antique cars, trucks and motorcycles head to the local A & W to share their sense of nostalgia for the 50s when hanging at the drive-thru was the place to be! The A & W in Ladysmith has ‘Cruise Nights’ every Thursday in July, August and September from 5 - 8 pm. Be sure to head over one night with your kids for a cold root beer and a trip down memory lane: you may even make some memories of your own!

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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. 3pm / 6:30pm at Lost Arts Club, 2358 Wild Dove Road.

AUG 28 2018 Presidents Cup Canadian Sr.B Lacrosse Championships:

8 league champions from across Canada a once in a lifetime experience for players, coaches, volunteers, and fans. 09:00am at Frank Crane Arena, 2300 Bowen Road. Afternoon Concerts in the Park: On Tuesday after-

noons in July and August bring a lawn chair and a picnic while enjoying some great musical entertainment in two of Nanaimo’s most beautiful and popular parks. 12:30pm at Bowen Park Amphitheatre, 500 Bow-

en Road. 250-756-5200

AUG 29 2018 Presidents Cup Canadian Sr.B Lacrosse Championships:

8 league champions from across Canada a once in a lifetime experience for players, coaches, volunteers, and fans. 09:00am at Frank Crane Arena, 2300 Bowen Road. Kids Programming: Poetry & Protests: 01:30pm at

Nanaimo Museum, 100 Museum Way. The Island Roots Farmers’ Market is a “make it, bake

it, grow it, catch it, forage it” market, all of the vendors are involved in the production of the product they sell. 04:00pm at Beban Park, 2300 Bowen Road. 250-756-5200 Concerts in the Park: This

summer bring a lawn chair and a picnic while enjoying some great musical entertainment in

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Nanaimo’s beautiful parks. 06:00pm at Maffeo Sutton Park, 100 Comox Road.

Park, 740 Howard Avenue. 250-756-5200

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know music? Come test your knowledge with our weekly “Name that Tune” show put on by Larry and Jen. Food and drink specials. Also prizes for the top teams. 07:30pm at Dinghy Dock Pub, 8 Pirates Lane.

2018 Presidents Cup Canadian Sr.B Lacrosse Championships:

8 league champions from across Canada a once in a lifetime experience for players, coaches, volunteers, and fans. 09:00am at Frank Crane Arena, 2300 Bowen Road. Commercial Street Night Market: Bring the family down

last Thursday monthly seniors 55+ invited for savings at select merchants, free coffee/tea & treat from 10-11am & again at 2-3pm w/free live music in food court. Country Club Centre, 2A-3200 North Island Highway. Family Fun Night: Don’t

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1) Cloud 2) Bandana 3) Bird in sky 4) Pole 5) Sign moved 6) Straw 7) Pier 8) Water Line 9) ‘S’ in Pigeons 10) Pigeon Feathers

miss our “Summer Wrap Up” with games, music by Dave Hart, crafts, bouncy castle, and other activities with our family at Harewood Centennial Park in Nanaimo. 04:00pm at Harewood Centennial

Name that Tune “Music Trivia”: So you think you

AUG 31 Nanaimo Downtown Farmers’ Market 21st year! Find

locally grown veggies, fruits, specialty meats, baked goods, incl GF options. Fridays 10:00-2:00. Pioneer Waterfront Plaza, Front St. 2018 Presidents Cup Canadian Sr.B Lacrosse Championships:

at Nanaimo Museum, 100 Museum Way.

Nanaimo Chamber Orchestra Concert in the Park free

outdoor concert of favourites in strings; bring your children, chairs, blankets, picnic, & enjoy! 6pm to 7:30 pm Maffeo Sutton Park, 100 Comox Road.

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Millstone Estate Winery Events | Tours | Tastings 2300 E Wellington Rd Nanaimo BC 250-716-3549 millstonewinery.ca Live music Sundays 4-7pm. Farm kitchen open Sundays, 1pm-7pm Tasting room & wine shop open Wednesday-Saturday 11-5pm, Sundays 11-7pm.

Mon 6 Open Mic/Jam Hosted by: Brennan Tue 7 RETRO NIGHT Wed 8 DJ Melbatoast Thu 9 MYC Sharratt Fri 10 Almost Famous Sat 11 GRINNING BARRETTS Sun 12 Punk Jams Mon 13 Open Mic/Jam Hosted by: Joanne Tue 14 RETRO NIGHT Wed 15 DJ Melbatoast

Vineyard Tours A private guided tour of our Winery We are delighted to offer you a private guided visit into the Winery. Please contact us so that we can make the proper appointments with our winery staff to ensure that everyone is available to give you the best experience. We kindly ask for a 48 hoursâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; notice before your visit. Thank you. Please email us at hello@millstonewinery.ca or contact us at 250-716-3549 to set up your visit.

Thu 16 Mark Crissenger Fri 17 Shakamoraine Sat 18 Hub City Hooligans Mon 20 Open Mic/Jam Hosted by: TBA Tue 21 RETRO NIGHT Wed 22 DJ Melbatoast

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IT’S JUST A WALK IN THE PARK KAZANSKY If you ever happen find yourself at, for example, Nanaimo’s Bungy Zone standing at the edge of the bridge with the big rubber bands tied to your ankles your friends may sense your fear and want to reassure you with words like: “Just do it” or “no fear.” These statements are great when we know we have no choice but to push forward in the face of adversity. Once we have entered a scary or intense circumstance we literally are “just doing it” and at that point we really have no practical use for fear. In this case at least denying fear a place in our consciousness is probably a pretty good idea. Case in point, the fighter pilot cannot easily undo the action of leaving the safety of the hangar and flying into combat anymore than he can ignore the intensity of experience of flying at over 1000 miles per hour. Once he’s up there and engaged with the enemy there really is no turning back nor is there room for self-doubt or paralysing fear. Similarly, you can’t undo being selected to perform at a high level once you have shown yourself to be highly capable in a given field or pursuit. If you are recognized as an elite then, unless you are a recluse, you must perform accordingly. If you consistently fail to perform then you will, rightfully, be asked to either step-up or step-aside. After all, almost anyone can be bad or mediocre at something. Typically, only a very few people develop their skills to the level of “good” with fewer still making it to “expert.” So, what is happening when you, the performer, are selected but then you fail to perform? One root cause of failure to perform is, newsflash, performance anxiety. This is when the nerves and butterflies are so overwhelming

that the ability of the performer noticeably suffers. The head (brain) is interpreting the signals coming in from the heart and other parts of the body as something to be defended against. This may cause the performer to disengage or only appear to give a half-hearted effort. The reason is simply that the head, urging caution and retreat, is getting in the way of the heart or the desire to jump in full steam ahead. In these situations, as a performer, you must find a way to let go of, or at least suspend the un-helpful advice from, your well-meaning brain. To be effective (and to overcome the anxiety) you just need to listen to, and trust, your heart. I little self talk can also come in handy. For example (warning Top Gun analogy ahead) when Maverick, during F-18 aerial combat training, retorts to his not-so-friendly compatriot Tom “Ice-Man” Kazansky’s needling question “…You think you can handle this Maverick?” Maverick simply replies: “…it’s just a walk in the park Kazansky….” His calm response belies his internal turmoil as if to say: “…yeah my heart might be beating out of my chest right now, and yes I have my doubts, and I realize the slightest mistake may be my last but I’m in control. In this way Mavericks self talk is designed to calm himself down so he can get out there, perform at the highest level and win. Simon Says never stop striving and stretching and yearning toward perfection. Never let your tendency toward caution become the unwitting internal architect of self-defeating behaviour. Get up, get out there and give it all you’ve got. RIDEOUT COMMUNICATIONS ©

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