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SUN OCT 1 Lawren Harris Canadian Visionary: Oct 1-Nov.30. Canadian artist Lawren Harris (1885-1970) is internationally renowned for iconic paintings of Northern wilderness. Opens at Nanaimo Museum. Founding member of influential Group of Seven painters, 250.754.1750. 100 Museum Way. CIBC Run for the Cure: 8:30am, 1K or 5K Run or walk. Food tables, musical entertainment, activities for children, sponsor booths. $45, cibcrunforthecure Beban Park. 2300 Bowen Rd. Pancake Breakfast: Royal Canadian Legion Branch #10, 9-11am. Music trivia 3-5pm. legion.ca. 250-753-4442. 129 Harewood Rd. Cedar Farmers Market: 10am, On the Crow and Gate Field in Cedar just south of Nanaimo. +60 Vendors featuring farm fresh produce, meats, plants, baked Goods and Local Arts & Crafts. 250-618-3565. 2313 Yellow Point Rd. Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch: 10:00am, McNabs Corn Maze & Produce Farm, Starting Oct. 1st is open 7 days a week. 3 weeks find your way through our 7-acre maze in the dark can be tricky, bring your flashlight’s. Hayrides, rent fire pits for hotdog roasts and more for the whole family. mcnabscornmaze. com 250-245-0666. 4613 Yellow Point Rd.

Selby St. Stravaganza - Culture Days: Arts fair, St. party a family dance all day Saturday. Buskers Festival and Multi-Cultural pot luck on Sunday. Go to the Old City Quarter, bring costumes and art, be prepared to sing and dance. 12pm, Old Train Station. culturedays. ca 250-327-4759. 100 Block of Selby St. Telethon-Nanaimo Child Development Centre: 12pm-8pm, participate in our Telethon make a donation Port Theatre and doing a brief interview on air. Call in your donation during the show. 250-591-KIDS (5437). 250.753.0251 ext:265. 125 Front St. Mask Decorating: Create your own unique mask from our selection of durable hard pulp mask shapes. Must register, 3pm-5pm $15 for all ages and all supplies are included, Lost Arts Club 2506194088. 2358 Wild Dove Rd. Mike Allen Jazz Quartet - Celebrating Sonny Greenwich: 7:30pm. The Mike Allen Quartet featuring Miles Black-guitar, Steve Holy-bass andDave Robbins-drums will be performing compositions by legendary Canadian jazz guitarist Sonny Greenwich as well as new compositions. Tix $20, available at the door. 50 Anchor Way. MON OCT 2 Skill Building For Indigenous Artists: 10:00am Full-day with First Peoples

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October 1 - 31

Corn Maze, Pumpkin Patch & Hayrides: McNab’s Corn Maze & Produce Farm is now open 7 days a week, 10am-dusk. Come and visit the corn maze, ride a hayride, or pick the perfect pumpkin for your family halloween carving. Plus the NIGHT Maze will be open for the last 3 weeks of October for groups of 10 or more, but don’t forget your flashlight as finding your way through our 7-acre maze in the dark can be tricky. Group functions also available (*pre-booking required). Located at 4613 Yellow Point Rd, Ladysmith. 250-2450666, mcnabscornmaze.com

October 1 & 22

Make Your Own Halloween Mask: Create your own unique professional looking mask! Large selection of paints, glitter, gems, feathers, etc. available to decorate with. Open to all ages. $15/ person, all supplies included. Register at lostartsclub@outlook.com or 250.619.4088. Only 8 spots available maximum. Lost Arts Club, 3-5pm. 2358 Wild Dove Rd. Nanaimo.

October 3,10, 17, 21, 22

Halloween Film Camps with Red Carpet Premiere: For ages 8-16yrs. On location at Huard’s Haunted House. Kids and Teens get to explore the world of film with Spotlight Academy’s Hallowe’en Film Camps! Over 5 days they’ll stoke their imaginations, develop a story with characters, and then shoot their movie taking on the roles of actors & camera crew. Through this fun, creative & collaborative experience of movie-making, they’ll gain new skills and understanding of filmmaking! Cost: Ages 13-16yrs - $220 plus tax. Ages 8-12yrs - $185 plus tax. 250-714-2555, www. spotlightacademy.com

Friday, October 13

New Cinema Movie Release of “Happy Death Day”: This is the horror-movie version of Groundhog Day. In this mystery thriller, Theresa aka Tree is the queen bee of her sorority, controlling those around her without ever getting too close. Things seem right on track… until she’s suddenly murdered. Somehow Tree wakes up the next morning only to find out that it’s not the next morning, it’s the day she was murdered…again. Forced to relive the same day over and over again until she figures out who is trying to kill her and why, Tree has far more suspects than allies in this game of cat and mouse. Hopefully she figures out the key before she runs out of lives. See your local cinema for times & prices. landmarkcinemas.com

Saturday, October 14

Create Your Own Monster Buddy for Halloween: Create and decorate your own unique monster buddy. Choose from a variety of fabric colors and monster designs, then uglify your monster with a variety of materials. For all ages. Register at lostartsclub@outlook.com or 250-619-4088. $7/person, all supplies included. Only 8 spots available max. Lost Arts Club, 2-4pm. 2358 Wild Dove Rd, Nanaimo.

October 17 - 31

Pumpkin Patch Selfies: Located at the Country Club Centre Court. Dress up in your best Halloween costumes and enjoy taking your own family photos in the farmyard styled pumpkin patch. 2A-3200 North Island Highway, Nanaimo. 250758-1102, ext 202, www.countryclubcentre.com

October 20 & 21

Lantern Tours: Nanaimo Museum Lantern Tours cover the darker side of Nanaimo’s downtown history. Including the site of the last public hanging, the scandalous story of the famous architect who designed the courthouse and a murderer who was hung on Gallows Point. Pre-Registration required. $15 per person. Book your spot online or in person. Tour hosted by Nanaimo Museum from 6:30-8pm. nanaimomuseum.ca/, 250-753-1821.

Friday October 20

Harry Potter Trivia Night: Come with a team of six or do it solo and compete in three rounds of trivia from one of the most popular movie series in history. Cool prizes to be won! Tickets on sale now at Lucid or online at www.myshowpass.com. Dingy Dock Pub, 7pm. 8 Pirates Lane Protection Island. 250-753-2373, dinghydockpub.com

Saturday October 21

Halloween Dive-In Movie: Nanaimo Aquatic Centre, 3-5pm. 741 Third St. 250-756-5200. Spooktacular Puppet Show: At Nanaimo North Library from 10:30-11:30am. 6250 Hammond Bay Rd. 250-933-2665. virl.bc.ca/branches/nanaimo-north

Friday October 27

Halloween Howl: Beban Pool, 4-7pm. 2300 Bowen Rd. 250-756-5200.

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Hallowe’en Howl: Bring your children to dressed in their favourite costume from 12-3pm for games, prizes and more. At Nanaimo Harbourfront Library, 90 Commercial St. 250-753-1154, www.virl.bc.ca

Tuesday October 31

Classic Hollywood Horror “Haunted Coal Mine”: Test your courage by stepping into a classic horror film and come face to face with legendary monsters such as the Wolfman and Dracula. This is a family event, free of charge and children must be accompanied by an adult. Please note some children may find this frightening, there will be flashing lights in use and the event will have dark spaces. FREE! At Nanaimo Museum, 11am. 100 Museum Way. 250-753-1821 nanaimomuseum.ca

Buffy the Vampire Slayer Trivia Night: Come with a team of six or do it solo and compete in three rounds of trivia from the popular tv series that is celebrating it’s 20th Anniversary this year. Cool prizes to be won! Tickets on sale now at Lucid or online at www.myshowpass.com. Dingy Dock Pub, 7pm. 8 Pirates Lane Protection Island. 250-753-2373, dinghydockpub.com Halloween Party at The Well Pub: Celebrate your Halloween weekend with live band, “Big Bang Baby”. At The Well Pub, 9pm. No cover charge. 3956 Victoria Ave. 250 758-5513.

4Cats Halloween Spooktacular Halloween Party: Join us for our frightfully fun annual family Halloween bash at either our Lantzville or Downtown Nanaimo 4Cats Arts Studio. There will be crafts, activities, treats & prizes! Kids must be accompanied by an adult. Dress spook-tacularly (costumes encouraged). Registration required as space is limited. $5 entry fee (all entry fees will be donated to the SPCA!). At 4Cats Arts Studio - 101115 Chapel St, Nanaimo, OR 7221 Lantzville Rd #1, Lantzville. 250-933-2424, 4catsnanaimo.com Trick or Treat: Attention all Goblins, Princesses, and Pirates! Come and trick or treat at the Country Club Centre from 4-5pm. Children 12 and under are invited to come in costume and start your candy collection here, must be accompanied by an adult. Country Club Centre, 2A-3200 North Island Hwy, Nanaimo. 250-758-1102, ext 202. countryclubcentre.com Hallowe’en Escape Room: Nanaimo Harbourfront Library, 6pm. We will have an area ready for you to show up in your best costume, you will be startled and spooked as you try to escape from our Hallowe’en Room. 250-753-1154, www.virl. bc.ca, FREE!

Interior Decorating Trends for 2017

Autumn is often synonymous with change: the leaves change colour, the fall winds blow in a new season, school starts up and people head inside. With the ‘indoor season’ looming, it might be helpful to take a look at what’s trending in interior design this fall. • Earthy materials like wood, clay, metal with worn finishes, and woven textures are all ‘big’ this season, as is punctuating your decor with quality vintage items and pretty baskets • Green continues to be a popular accent colour this fall, whether it be bright like lime or dark like forest in hue. Paint a wall, grab some cushions, throw down an area rug: if it’s green in colour you’ll enjoy the sense of revitalization and renewal it brings! • Sophisticated pastels like sage and dusty blue, blush pink, and gray are trendy colors this year. So too are warm browns and tartans • Oversized bland furniture sets are out, whereas artisan-crafted pieces you can mix-and-match are in

• Textured items add tactile coziness to any room: big this year are velvet or corduroy-covered chairs and cushions • As the tiny home movement continues, appliances and rooms that fold up are all the rage. The old convention of rooms having a single function is dying out as designers create usable, multifunctional spaces. Fold down wall beds, retractable offices and multipurpose furniture pieces are becoming popular • As our lives become increasingly fastpaced and wired-in, relaxing, tech-free ‘retreats’ within the home are all the more important: a comfy chair in a corner with a throw becomes a reading nook: a quilt-covered bed surrounded with canopies or lace curtains becomes a hide-away

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• ‘Relaxed maximalism’ (read comfortable AND functional) and utilitarian materials such as plywood, canvas and reclaimed army fabric (for upholstery) are ‘hot’ this chilly season. So too is rounded furniture, terracotta floors and subway tile walls Design trends come and go, but it can be fun to let them inform and inspire your own sense of style. If you can design a space that makes you happy, whatever that looks like, then you have all that you need already.

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MON OCT 2 CONT’D Cultural Council to Learn Accounting and bookkeeping tips and copyright info, proposal writing budget planning in preparation for their October 31 grant deadline. FREE, 250-754-1750. Museum,150 Commercial St. The Essentials: Harbourfront Library, Learn the basics to plan for your future. Adult oriented class from 1-2:30pm. Free. 250-753-1154. 90 Commercial St. French Conversation Group: 2:30-4pm on MONDAYS, Free, 250933-2665. Nanaimo North Library ,6250 Hammond Bay Rd. Professional Program For Teens: 6:00pm, Hub City Cinema Society, Ages 13-16, “Be Audition Ready!” This audition involves 8 weeks of scene study, character development and on-camera audition technique for the new teen actor as well as the more seasoned. spotlightacademy.com . 250-7142555. 15 Lois Lane. Open Mic/Jam: Hosted by Brennan. EVERY MONDAY at the Nanaimo Bar are Open Mic/ Jam Nights. Starting at 9pm, no cover, each night is hosted by someone different. 250-716-0466. 2-75 Front St. TUE OCT 3 Classical Coffee Concert Series: 10:30am, The dynamic Bergmann Piano Duo return with their energetic and uniquely eclectic programs. The virtuosic duo will also collaborate with special guests. Com-

plete with coffee and treats, porttheatre. com. 2507548550. 125 Front St. Advanced Care Planning: 1pm, This is a 1-hour class offered by Nanaimo Community Hospice to help adults of all ages start the process of putting legal protections in place. nanaimohospice.com 250-5918811. 1080 St. George Crest. Tech Tuesday: Harbour front Library, Test yourself on your knowledge of new technology every Tuesday from 2:304:00pm. All ages, new topics weekly. Free 250-753-1154. 90 Commercial St. Lego Club: Harbour front Branch, Lego Club. We provide the lego and you provide the imagination. Ages 6-12 but anyone is welcome. Every Tuesday from 3-4PM, FREE. 250-753-1154. 90 Commercial Drive. Full Throttle Halloween For Teens: 6:00pm, Spotlight Acadamy, For ages 1316. Five days teens will stoke their imaginations, develop a story & characters. The Rat Pack On Tour: 7:30pm, Port Theatre, The legendary Rat Pack lived and died the high life of booze, bRds and bright lights. Don’t miss this funfilled evening of good music, good fun and tom-foolery portrayed exactly like the originators did on the Las Vegas Strip. porttheatre.com 250-7548550. 125 Front St Mixed Dart League: Royal Canadian Legion Branch #10, Every Tuesday at 7:30pm. Call Karen at the

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TUE OCT 3 CONT’D Legion 250-753-4442. legion.ca 250-7534442. 129 Harewood Rd. Retro Night: Every Tuesday Night at The Nanaimo Bar, 9:30pm, $5 cover. 250-7160466. 2-75 Front St. WED OCT 4 Movie Release: “Great, Great, Great.” Tiny Tots Playgroup: Every Weds from 10am to 11am. Country Club Centre presents a free weekly drop-in playgroup for little ones and their caregivers. 5 years/U FREE. 250758-1102. 2A-3200 Nrth Island Hwy. On Site Art: Every Wednesday from 123pm, Learn an art project on site. 250-7531154. Harbourfront Library 90 Commercial St. Golden Gamers: 2 pm Love Scrabble, Cranium, Crib, or Trivial Pursuit? Join a group of seniors to play new and classic board games. Meets the first and third Wednesday of the month. Free. 250-753-1154x.233. Harbourfront Library, 90 Commercial St. Island Roots Market: Local food and other locally made items and the accompanying farmers/producers. 4pm-6:30pm Free. 2300 Bowen Rd. Strategy Board Game Night: Every Wednesday. From Settlers of Catan to worker placement games, we will play them all. Ages 15+ 5-8PM FREE, 250753-1154. 90 Commercial Drive. Andre’ Philippe Gagnon: This fast-paced delivery with numer-

ous impressions and comedy rolled into one to create a Total Entertainment Experience. Impressionist perfection at its best. porttheatre.com 250754-8550. 125 Front St The Castagne’s: At The Nanaimo Bar, $5 cover 250-716-0466. 2-75 Front St. THU OCT 5 The ParticipACTION 150 Play List Tour: 10:00am. We challenge Canadians to complete as many physical activities from the Play List as possible. Stop by to knock a few off your own list, or try a unique featured activity. Rope Skipping and Tug of War! participaction.com Comox Rd, Family Storytime: Tme for songs, rhymes, stories and the occasional craft in this family get together. For kids ages 18mo-5yrs. Every Thurs at 10:30am. virl.bc.ca 250-753-1154 90 Commercial Dr. Sing For The Joy Of It!: 7pm, St. Philips By the Sea, Do you love to sing. Strengthen your singing voice? Hit those notes? Explore and play with harmonies and try different parts? Every voice welcome! Community Choir for a fun-filled adventure. 250-6687284. 7113 Lantzville Rd. Glen Foster Group and Friends: Present music from their recent album Music Alchemy. The ‘big band sound’ incorporates brass instruments with guitar, keyboard, bass and drums for a powerful, high energy sound. $7 thequeens. ca. 7pm, The Queens

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Iconic Canadian Artist

Lawren Harris

Exhibition in Nanaimo

Lawren Harris Mount Thule, Bylot Island, 1930 oil on paperboard Collection of the Vancouver Art Gallery, The Parnell Bequest

Works by a leader in Canadian landscape painting, Lawren Stewart Harris (1885-1970), will be on view at the Nanaimo Museum from September 30-November 30. The travelling exhibition Lawren Harris: Canadian Visionary is on loan from the Vancouver Art Gallery and provides insight into the artistic evolution of the Group of Seven founding member. Lawren Harris is among the most significant figures in Canadian art history. He saw the country’s artistic and cultural potential and created works that have helped to define the very identity of Canada, not just Canadian art. A driving force in the development of modernist painting in Canada, Harris, like most of his colleagues in the Group of Seven, created his landscape paintings in the studio working from images made on sketching trips he took across the country. Examples of these sketches are featured in the exhibition. Lawren Harris: Canadian Visionary presents select key works from the Vancouver Art Gallery’s permanent collection that follow Harris’ artistic evolution from the early 1900s to the early 1960s, including the groundbreaking Group of Seven period when his work transformed the language of Canadian landscape.

The works in the exhibition include images on paper, oil sketches and paintings. A partnership between the Nanaimo Art Gallery and the Nanaimo Museum brings Lawren Harris: Canadian Visionary to Nanaimo. “We are thrilled that works by such a significant Canadian artist will be on public exhibit in our community,” says Debbie Trueman, General Manager at the Nanaimo Museum. “This exhibit is only possible in our community because of a strong working relationship between the Nanaimo Museum and the Nanaimo Art Gallery.” The Nanaimo Museum is located in the Vancouver Island Conference Centre and is open Monday-Saturday from 10-5. For more information please contact 250 753-1821 or visit www.nanaimomuseum.ca. Lawren Harris: Canadian Visionary is organized and circulated by the Vancouver Art Gallery with the generous support of the Killy Foundation and is curated by Ian M. Thom, Senior Curator-Historical, Vancouver Art Gallery. The Nanaimo Hospitality Association and the Coast Bastion Hotel provided local support for hosting the exhibition.

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Get Your Car Kit Ready Now The days are getting shorter, daytime temperatures are fluctuating widely, wet roads, fog, snow and ice are becoming more commonplace, and many animals are on the move. What is there NOT to worry about when driving on BC roads in October? First line of defence? Winterize your vehicle by having a qualified service centre tune up the motor and check items such as anti-freeze, the battery, wiper blades and tread on tires. Additionally, always check the weather forecast before heading out as well as current road conditions on the Ministry of Transportation website. But what if, despite your best efforts, you end up in a ditch or stranded roadside? Having a car safety kit packed and at the ready can make the difference between a comfortable wait for assistance or a truly miserable experience. Here are a few items to consider having on hand before hitting the road…. • A candle and matches. The warmth put out by a single candle - not to mention the welcoming light! - can

keep your car surprisingly comfortable on a cold night • A blanket • Bottled water and non-perishable high-energy food like granola bars, raisins and peanut butter • Maps, a shovel and flares • A snowbrush and ice scraper • A bag of sand/cat litter • A flashlight with extra batteries Slowing down and driving with caution can prevent many roadside emergencies, but it’s never a bad idea to be prepared. With careful driving and a bit of luck, your emergency car kit will never have to be used! Be safe.

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THU OCT 5 CONT’D Hotel 250.754.6751 34 Victoria Crescent. Mens Dart League: Every Thursday at 7:30pm. You can also drop in and try your hand at crib. $2 to play. Royal Canadian Legion. 250-753-4442. 129 Harewood Rd. Name that Tune with Larry and Jen: Every Thursday 7:30pm all year long. Fun-filled night of music trivia. Prizes awarded weekly! 250.753.2373. 8 Pirates Lane. “Josh Gellman & Peter Kleinholz” Concert Series: 8:pm, Every Thursday FREE. The Longwood Brew Pub 250.739.1611. 5775 Turner Rd. Pub Quiz: 8:00pm, Arbutus Distilleries, Bring a table of friends or try it solo. arbutus-distillery.com 250714-0027. 1890 Boxwood Rd. David Bitonti: “The Nanaimo Bar”, Live entertainment. 9:30pm, $5, 250-716-0466. 2-75 Front St. FRI OCT 6 Pro-D Day for SD 68 Cinema Movie Releases: “Blade Runner”, “The Mountain Between Us”, “My Little Pony the Movie”, and “Victoria and Abdul”. See your local cinema for times & prices.

iPad fun with photos: Nanaimo North Library, Registration is required for this course, 10am-12pm. Free, 250-933-2665. 6250 Hammond Bay Rd. Nanaimo Downtown Farmers Market: Local produce, and local artisan crafts including jewelry, personal care products, clothing, cards, gift items, kids activities. 10am2pm 250-743-3861. 90 Front St. Babytime: 10:30am. Every Friday, join us for a rhyming good time as we read books and learn songs and rhymes that help your baby develop key early literacy skills and a love of books and stories. Ages 0-18 mths, V.I.R.L. Harbourfront, Free. 250-753-1154. 90 Commercial Drive. Tasting Andrew Peller: 3-6pm. The Landing Liquor Store, 250585-2597. 120-2000 N. Island Highway. Friday Night Casks w. Live Music: Every Friday at White Sails Brewing. Live, local music. Each week we tap a new cask, infusing our beer with unique and creative flavours. The cask taps at 5pm and is available until it’s dry. Free. Must be 19+ 2507542337. 125 Comox Rd.

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The temperatures outside may be plummeting but things are heating up for Nanaimo-area seniors this fall! Eldercollege (through VIU) is hosting an incredible ‘Saturday Speakers’ series in October called ‘Achieving Global Sustainability: A Decent Life For All’. The focus of all three guest speakers will be on efforts to meet the vital human needs of the present without compromising those of the future, as outlined by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Dates are Oct 14, 21 and 28 from 10 am - noon each Saturday at Nanoose Place Community Centre. $10 cash/ person at the door, free for highschool and elementary students. For more information on the speakers visit viu.ca/ eldercollege or call 1.866.734.6252. Now is also the time to check out and register for the November session of Eldercollege classes at VIU! ‘Law for Seniors’, ‘In/Equality: An Alternative Anthropology’ and “Seeking Happiness While Living with Chronic Illness’ are just a few of the interesting courses on offer next session. October offers lots of entertainment too for Nanaimo-area seniors! The Port Theatre has an amazing musical line-

up this month: everything from the ‘Classical Coffee Concert Series’ and ‘An Evening with the Rat Pack’ to ‘Kenny and Dolly Together Again’, a solo piano concert with Angela Hewitt, and ‘The Legendary Gordon Lightfoot’. Check out porttheatre.com for more information or call 250.754.8550. ‘Janie’s Bus’ offers road trips and adventures to one and all: no Harbour City Seniors membership is required to ride, and there is no age limit either! October trips planned include: the Britannia Mine, Sooke, Victoria, Bamfield, Salt Spring Market, Tofino/ Ucluelet and the IKEA in Coquitlam. There are also dining-out trips! Call 250.714.2855 for more information or visit janiesbus.ca Finally, Ries Vink continues to enthrall diners and dancers alike each month at MGM Restaurant in south Nanaimo. He plays the accordion every Wed and Thu starting at 5 pm: seniors can have a night out AND get home in decent time! Call 250.753.3535 for more information.

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FRI OCT 6 CONT’D First Friday Art Night: The first Friday of every month there is local art and live music, food and bevies to enjoy from 5 - 9 pm at the Blue Poppy Garden Gallery and Bee’s Knees Community Cafe - 208 Wallace St. 250.591.3230. Kenny and Dolly Together Again: 7:30pm. This is the Ultimate Tribute, Kenny and Dolly and the most authentic tribute to these country superstars that you will ever see. You will experience an incredible night of hits as well as

some of their most favorite duets. Port Theatre. 250-754-8550. 125 Front St. Kurt Gentle Live: at “The Nanaimo Bar”, starts at 9:30pm, $5, 250-716-0466. 2-75 Front St. SAT OCT 7 Art Classes for Kids: (ages 5-7) 9:30am, Nanaimo Art Gallery, Every Saturday, explore a hands-on workshop featuring creative activities to inspire. Supplies are included. $12p.p or $20 for 2 siblings, 250754-1750. 150 Commercial St.

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Gabriola Farmers Market: 10am-1pm. Over 80 vendors to explore including fresh produce, baked goods, artists of all kinds, craft makers, photography, jewellers, candy makers, pet treats. Free. 250-2478298. Nanoose Bay Thanksgiving Studio Tour: 10am to 4pm, October 7, 8, & 9. Stop in, meet the artists & view an amazing range of creative works on this self-guided studio tour. During tour hours pick up a Studio Guide. nanoosebaystudiotour.com Gabriola Thanksgiving Studio Tour: 10:00am, Various Studios on Gabriola Island. 65 studios open on Thanksgiving weekend, you can visit Gabriola Island artists in their studios as soon as you step off the ferry. Comprehensive brochure, on the website. studiotour.

artsgabriola.ca 250247-7409. Saturday Studio: Ages 8-12: Every Saturday from 11am-12:30pm come and explore with our hands on workshop featuring creative activities to inspire and challenge your kids. Learn new techniques and connect with artists. Supplies are Included. $12 p.p. or $20 for 2 siblings. 250-754-1750. 150 Commercial St. Spanish Conversation Group: Nanaimo North Library, Every Saturday from 11:30am-1pm. Free, 250-933-2665. 6250 Hammond Bay Rd. Drop In Tabletop Gaming: 1-4pm on Every Saturday. All ages are welcome. FREE, Harbourfront Library, 250-753-1154. 90 Commercial St. Meat Draw: Every Saturday at The Legion. From 2-4pm. 250-7534442. 129 Harewood Rd.

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Amir Haghighi, Persian traditional vocalist, and Amy Stephen, Celtic harpist and vocalist, combine Persian and Celtic traditions in a concert of music featuring texts by some of the world’s mystic poets. The concert also features Cindy Speelman on flute and a chamber ensemble premiering “The Mystic”, a new work based on “The Hidden Words”. Tickets are $20 ($10 students) from www.taneenculturalproductions.com

PET TIP The Lazy Dog I wanted to tell you a story about a lazy dog. She’s a Labrador that lives at my house, she came to us one day as a rescue. Her whole life she’s been a rocket machine. Jumping higher then our porch door to get our attention to come inside, running for miles with my husband barely panting. There came a day as it always does, that she suddenly started to get old. For Stella, that came as a slow putting on of weight, and panting loudly after some of

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her runs. After one of those runs, she had to be carried down Mount Benson on my husband’s shoulders. She had to stop the long runs after that. Not running all the time, she lost some of her sleekness, and even got a bit chubby on the extra treats she got when her sister got to go running and she had to stay home with her mama on the couch. She started to age and stopped playing with her sister. Easy to attribute that to jealousy, weight gain, and well…she’s just getting older. Finally, she came in to get her check up in July and we ran her yearly bloodwork. Nothing big showed up, but her thyroid was a little low this year, and it had been a little low last year, so we started her on medication. That was July. Within a week, she picked up her ball and began tossing it around. After about a month, she started sneaking up onto the bed for snuggles at night…she hasn’t done that in years. Last week she even started tearing around the back yard with her sisters, trying to get them to play. My girl is back. She’s no longer “just an old lab” and she’s loosing that extra weight. It reminded me of something my mentor said to me when I first graduated, years ago now, but still very relevant. “Old age isn’t a disease. There are diseases that come more commonly in old age, but never attribute changes in a patient to old age.” As for Stella, she is older, but that’s not why she wasn’t feeling well. She needed her thyroid disease treated, and treating her problem is what brought back my little black lab.

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In every designer’s collections there seems to be a top with Horizontal stripes available to use as a dominant piece. Let’s examine the truth about STRIPES… An unbroken area looks narrower than an equal area divided by a horizontal line. but not all horizontals are created the same. Horizontal detail catches your attention so you can use them certainly to make an area look larger. This idea is useful if we have a pear shaped body .. Large hips and bottoms...small on top. Use strong contrasting colours, wide bold rugby stripes to balance your body shape. These big bold stripes will make you look the same size top and bottom and a wonderful curvy body shape will be balanced.... BUT… BIG… BUT… .a series of narrow evenly spaced horizontal lines can actually draw the eye in an upward direction like climbing a ladder. thus making a woman look taller and yes much slimmer… (often seen in the nautical blue and white striped tops)

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All games are played at Frank Crane Arena. For tickets: phone (250) 751-0593, online at https://tickets.nanaimoclippers.com/ or at the Clippers’ office in Frank Crane Arena.

Caesar Meet Walter “Classic Spice Walter” is a perfect ready to drink Caesar – just add your spirit of choice. Or, if you want an extra kick, you can always spice it up with your own extras. “Mild Spice Walter” is also the perfect mix for those who prefer a fairly mild Caesar cocktail without too much heat or spice. A great base to spice and season up your Caesar however you wish. Don’t forget your Caesar Rim. Made with flake salt, cracked black pepper, smoked paprika (& a host of other seasonings & spices), the Walter Craft Caesar Rim pairs perfectly with either flavour of Walter Caesar Mix. Walter is available at Nellie’s Deli at Rock City Plaza Nanaimo.

The cooler weather has arrived. The Holiday Season is beginning. The new Shop is coming together. The fall and winter stock has started to arrive. Love the new Shop but there is a PROBLEM, the new Shop is smaller. Room for the Bras is the priority. Therefore the Nightwear and Lounge wear is on SALE even before it comes out of the boxes. Take advantage of the sales to get great gifts for the holidays, and do not forget to get that something special for yourself.

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Oct 4: Mully. Oct 6: Blade Runner 2049, The Florida Project, Loving Vincent, The Mountain Between Us, My Little Pony: The Movie. Oct 7: Bellini - Norma (MET). Oct 13: Breathe, The Foreigner, Happy Death Day, Mark Felt: Man Who Brought Down The White House, Marshall, Professor Marston and the Wonder Women. Oct 14: Mozart - Die Zauberflote (MET). Oct 20: Geostorm, Human Flow, Only the Brave, Same Kind of Different as Me, The Snowman, Take Every Wave: The Life of Laird Hamilton, Tyler Perry’s Boo Two! A Madea Halloween, The War With Grandpa, Wonderstruck. Oct 27: Jigsaw, Suburbicon, Thank You For Your Service, Woodshock.

Oct 3: 6 Days, The Book of Henry, Churchill, Cult of Chucky, A Ghost Story. Oct 10: Baby Driver, Beatriz at Dinner, The Beguiled, Bon Cop Bad Cop 2, The House, Maudie, Personal Shopper, Pilgrimage. Oct 17: First Kill, Girls Trip, Lady Mcbeth, Spider-Man: Homecoming. Oct 24: Bushwick, The Emoji Movie, War for the Planet of the Apes. Oct 31: Kidnap.

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SAT OCT 7 CONT’D Octoberfest Dinner & Dance: Tickets are $20, cocktails at 6pm, dinner at 6:30pm, then dance the night away at 7:30pm with the “Cactus Cadillacs”. Royal Canadian Legion 250-753-4442. 129 Harewood Rd. Vancouver Canucks vs Edmonton Oilers: 7:00pm, Wise Youngblood and Jayden Holman: 7pm. Tickets on sale now from the artists, Dinghy Dock Pub or online at myshowpass. com. $22 includes return ferry & show, dinghydockpub.com 250-753-2373. 8 Pirates Lane. Rococode with Labs & Iskwe: 8pm. Tix online at myshowpass. com. $10 plus The Queens. 250-7546751. 34 Victoria Crest. Boondock Live: 9 pm, The Well Pub, Free 250 758-5513. 3956 Victoria Avenue. Under The Mountain & La Chinga: “The Nanaimo Bar”, starts at 9:30pm, $5 250-7160466. 2-75 Front St. SUN OCT 8 Run/Walk Out Hunger in Nanaimo: 9am, 7-10 Club has been serving a free breakfast and bag lunch to Nanaimo residents,most in need, for over 30 years. 4th Annual Fundraiser Event “Run/Walk Out Hunger in Nanaimo”. Held at Westwood Lake Park with registration at 9am and event at 10am. Loads of prizes, snacks and refreshments and lots of fun for everyone of all ages. FREE. 250-668-0155. 381 Westwood Rd. Cedar Farmers Mar-

ket: 10 am See Oct 1 Angela Hewitt Solo Piano Concert: Presenting internationally acclaimed Canadian pianists as part of its mandate to further an appreciation of both classical music and of Canada’s top performers. Through these concerts, the NCM, raises funds for music instruction programs, bursaries, and scholarships. Tix.porttheatre.com 250-754-8550. Port Theatre,125 Front St. MON OCT 9 THANKSGIVING DAY Public Holiday Open Mic/Jam hosted by Joanne: At 9pm. The Nanaimo Bar. 250-716-0466. 2-75 Front St. TUE OCT 10 Full Throttle Halloween For Teens: See Oct 3 Vancouver Canucks vs Ottawa Senators: 7:00pm. Nanaimo Newcomers Club: 7:00pm. This is a free social and educational gathering for women new to Nanaimo! Learn about local resources and make new friends. At St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church 7 pm. nanaimonewcomersclub.org WED OCT 11 Writing your Family Story: Spend a couple of afternoons learning how to write your family story. 2:30-4:15pm. Harbourfront Library. 250-753-1154. 90 Commercial St. Whiskey Tasting: 7pm Arbutus Distilleries, Launching our first Whiskey tasting event.

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250-754-7587 | theatreone.org On Friday, October 20 from 4-9pm at Beban Park, come help us commemorate Canada’s 150th with our patriotic theme, “...from Sea to Shining Sea.”

The signature fundraiser event boasts an impressive range of participating food and beverage establishments that serve sample size portions to patrons. Join the excitement as 1200 guests sample the wares of the city’s finest cafés, restaurants, bistros, distilleries and breweries who offer their best menu items as they compete for awards. This year’s line up so far includes: Arbutus Distillery, Cassidy Country Kitchen, COCO Café, Culinary Institute of VIU, Hearthstone Bakery, Longwood Brewery, Oxy Pub, Paradise Island Foods, The Vault Café, VIU Professional Baking Program, Olive This and More, and Simonholt Food & Drink. Each vendor will represent one of Canada’s 13 provinces and territories…think PEI potatoes, Ontario pork, Saskatchewan wheat, Nunavut lake trout, Alberta beef and BC salmon – what a delicious culinary event! This longstanding fundraiser supports TheatreOne’s Mainstage, Just Kidding for Kids, and Emerging Voices performing arts offerings.

Entry tickets are $20 from theatreone.org or 250-754-7587. Food and drink tickets are purchased separately inside the event. Come support Nanaimo’s creative sector and taste the delectable fare at this year’s Bite!

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Silver Wave No 55 • Lisa Danesin 2016 3rd place winner

Art lovers should mark their calendar for the annual Nanaimo Fine Art Show to be held November 4th and 5th at the Conference Centre. Many of Canada’s finest painters are members of the Federation of Canadian Artists (FCA). The FCA was founded in 1941 by a group of Canadian artists, including the Group of Seven’s Lawren Harris. Last year, the Nanaimo Chapter premiered the Nanaimo Fine Art show, providing a juried showcase of the best of the best from members across Vancouver Island. We greeted more than 500 visitors during last years show. It is a wonderful opportunity to share an art experience with your family and friends. Show chair Claudia Lohmann is excited to see the show become an annual for the Nanaimo community. This year’s show is open to FCA members from the Nanaimo, Victoria, and Arrowsmith Chapters. Saturday, November 4th, there will be a silent auction during the day and from 9:00am – 7:30pm, and an opportunity to meet the artists from 7:00pm-9:00pm. Come by to see some great original art, pick up an art card and cast your vote for the People’s Choice Award. Following the show, the winner will be posted on the chapter website www.nanaimofca.com.

End of Ride • Barbara McDonald 2016 Honourable Mention

Bonnie Stebbings, president of the Nanaimo Chapter of the Federation of Canadian Artists, urges the public to take advantage of the opportunity to view the outstanding work by Vancouver Island visual artists. “The diversity of work that will be on display speaks to the wide variety of styles, approaches, viewpoints and subject matter com-

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OF CANADIAN ARTISTS NANAIMO FINE ART SHOW bined with high levels of technical skill. Owning a piece of original art brings a joy that cannot be matched by prints, posters or realistic reproductions!” With holidays just around the corner, you can make a great day out by coming downtown, taking in the show and sale and perhaps finding a unique gift for someone special, or for yourself. Couple that with going for lunch or dinner at one of our great restaurants and stop in a few of the other great downtown stores.

Connections • Barbara Ann Scott 2016 Honoarble Mention

Lohmann wants the community to know and join the NFCA in thanking all of our wonderful sponsors. “The Nanaimo business community and the City of Nanaimo have been instrumental in helping the NFCA bring this incredible work to our community.” Check our sponsors at www.nanaimofca.com and at the show.

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Heliwell • Denise MacNeill 2016 1st place winner

Vancouver Island Conference Centre 2nd Floor November 4: 9 am – 9 pm Silent Auction until 7:30 pm & Meet the Artists Night 7 pm – 9 pm November 5: 9 am – 4pm Open to the Public

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WED OCT 11 CONT’D We will be discussing and tasting 3-4 different drams each month run by our Master Distiller and Whiskey experts. arbutus-distillery.com 250-714-0027. 1890 Boxwood Rd. Nanaimo Horticultural Society Meeting: 7:30pm. Learn about gardening through presentations and displays & meet other keen gardeners. Parlour Shows where flowers, fruit and vegetables are judged. Organized tours away from Nanaimo to private gardens and nurseries. Talk by Kristi Bellis on grasses. $3 at the First Unitarian Fellowship Hall, 250-7586783. 595 Townsite Rd. THU OCT 12 Coal Miners Child Homeschool Program: Nanaimo Museum, From 10-11:30am for kids Kindergarten through Grade 4. Experience what it was like for children in coal

mining families 100 years ago. A child’s life as it was in the early 1900’s. 5yrs+ to register. $5 per child, pre-registration required. 250-753-1821. 100 Museum Way. French Dressing Jean Fitting Clinic: KCs Boutique & Petites are having a French Dressing Fit Expert on site today to help you find your perfect fit. 15-minute appointments are being made between 11am-4pm, call now to reserve a slot. 250-751-7799. 1-5771 Turner Rd. Vancouver Canucks vs Winnipeg Jets: 7pm Name that Tune with Larry and Jen: See Oct 5th Leash Your Potential -OFFstage: Comedian, Ryan Gunther probes the world of work and business. In this deeply cynical and hilarious performance, Ryan draws on over 15 years of experience at a Fortune 500

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THU OCT 12 CONT’D company as he teaches us how to succeed in a modern corporate bureaucracy, where outdated notions like talent, competence, and hard work are irrelevant. Topics are appearing busy, email obfuscation, ass-covering, and avoiding blame. 8:00pm, Port Theatre 250-754-8550. 125 Front St “Louis Patterson” a Free Concert Series: 8:00pm, Live at The Longwood Brew Pub. 250.739.1611. 5775 Turner Rd. Knackers Yard: At “The Nanaimo Bar”, starts at 9:30pm, $5 250-716-0466. 2-75 Front St FRI OCT 13 Jin-me Yoon Spec-

tral Tides: Nanaimo Art Gallery presents Spectral Tides, a solo exhibition of new work by renowned Korean born Canadian artist Jin-me Yoon. 250.754.1750. 150 Commercial St Cinema Movie Releases: “The Foreigner”, “Goodbye Christopher Robin”, “Happy Death Day”. See your local cinema for times and prices. Rotary Nanaimo Book Sale: North Nanaimo Town Centre. Book sale from Oct. 13-22 from 10am-4pm 250-802-4481 4750 Rutherford Rd Nanaimo Fall Home Expo: 1:00pm. Find everything you need for your home improvement dreams at this 3 day event,

McParland. Includes return ferry & show, Tix. dinghydockpub. com 250-753-2373. 8 Pirates Lane. Awkward AC (punk) Live: At “The Nanaimo Bar”, starts at 9:30pm, $5. 250-716-0466. 2-75 Front St. SAT OCT 14 Nanaimo Fall Home Expo: 9:30am See Oct 13th. Charity Antique Car Show and Shine/ Artisan Show: Featuring Antique Cars and Artisan Booths to raise funds for the Ladysmith Food Bank and Nanaimo Hospice. Vote on your favorite cars. Trophies to be awarded to the top 3 picks. BBQ lunch sponsored by the 49th Parallel Grocery Store in Cedar with all

showcasing the latest and greatest products and services in the area. Beban Park Auditorium FREE ADMISSION! Frid 1-6pm, Sat 9:30am-5:30pm, Sun10am-4pm. 2300 Bowen Rd. Friday Night Casks w. Live Music: 5pm White Sails Brewing, See Oct 6th. Glen Foster Group: Lighthouse Pub, Glen Foster 6:30-9:30pm. Light Rock standards and music from 4 original albums. No Charge. 250-754-3212. 50 Anchor Way. Acoustic Tribute to “Oasis”: 7:00pm, Dinghy Dock Pub, Featuring Paul Cimolini & Marcus Little, David Bitonti & Brooks Jamison, Lauren Eliza, James & Andrew

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SAT OCT 14 CONT’D proceeds going to the charities. 10am-4pm. Cedar Valley Memorial Gardens. 250-7222244. 2347 Cedar Rd. Wrap On! Print Making & Language Fun: Local artist Kaylea Reeve and Indigenous Education Coordinator Arlene Deptuck team up. Kaylea will explore block printing, mono-printing and layering techniques. Arlene will share her passion for local indigenous languages and how she incorporates language learning into all her work. Registration required, class runs

from 1:30-5:30pm. Nanaimo Art Gallery, 250-754-1750. 150 Commercial St. Monster Buddies: Create and decorate your own unique monster buddy. Choose from a variety of fabric colors and monster designs. Class is 2:00pm4:00pm $7 for all ages and all supplies included, Lost Arts Club 250619-4088. 2358 Wild Dove Rd. Fall Fashion Show and Tea: 2:00pm, St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, Fashions by Damsels. 4235 Departure Bay Rd. $20 at the door. 250-585-7568

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MCNAB’S CORN MAZE (MCM) & Produce Farm, is a family operated business, that has been in operation since 2002. We provide “Family Fun in the Country”, along with sustainably grown, fresh vegetables, in season at our roadside stand. We have a 7-acre corn maze with hayrides, an extensive pumpkin patch, farm animals and firepits for your enjoyment. Our location is ideal for birthday parties, company parties and client appreciation events. This year the central part of the maze features, the Canada 150 logo. The area around it has been filled with trails, resembling the most famous trails in Canada. As you wander amongst the corn stalks, some as tall as 10 feet, you can try to guess what trail you are on. In the maze there are 4 stations for you to locate and match to a punch card. Not everyone will be able to locate the

stations so compete among your group for bragging rights! This year there is an area set aside for children, featuring the same, but shorter, stations for the smaller ones to find. We like to support the local community, which has been so good to us over the years, by allowing schools to hold fundraisers on the weekends, to raise funds for various projects. At MCM, we also support the message put out by www.5210.ca for healthy living and healthy eating. Our fresh vegetables are available, in season, from the roadside stand, 24/7. Our produce can also be purchased at 4 local Farmer’s Markets. Stop by to purchase some fresh vegetables or to simply get a little ‘lost’ in our maze!

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The Great Canadian Songbook features three artists including the Bare Naked Ladies, Blue artists: Ken Lavigne, Tiller’s Folly and Diyet Rodeo and original songs by the performand highlights some of the greatest Canadi- ers. There are 14 shows this fall in Ontario an songs of the past and present taking audi- and BC: November 6, Mary Winspear Theences on a musical journey from Bonavista to atre, Sidney; November 7 at the Sid Williams Vancouver Island! Drawing from a wide array Theatre, Comox and November 8 at The of music and a variety of genre’s, features per- Port Theatre, Nanaimo. Like us on Facebook formers Ken Lavigne, Tiller’s Folly and Diyet, @thegreatcanadiansongbook combine stories, music and projections, to provide the audience a stylistic overview of Canada’s greatest hits! Featuring the music by Leonard Cohen, Stan Rogers, Joni Mitchell, Neil Young, Buffy St. Marie, Anne Murray & Stomp’in Tom Connors in addition to contemporary Ken Lavigne • Tiller’s Folly • Diyet

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SAT OCT 14CONT’D Open Mic at Sea with Brian Whitty: Dinghy Dock Pub, 4-8pm. Ferry is $9 round trip, no cover for the open stage! 250.753.2373. 8 Pirates Lane. Glen Foster Group: Lighthouse Pub 6:309:30pm. Music from 4 original albums. FREE. 250-754-3212. 50 Anchor Way Vancouver Canucks vs Calgary Flames: 7pm Mystic Elements Concert: 7:30pm, St. Pauls Anglican Church, Radiant Hearts Concert Series presents, Persian and Celtic music, mystical texts from Europe and the Middle East. Featuring Amir Haghighi (vocals), Amy Stephen (celtic harp), Cindy Speelman (flute) and chamber ensemble. $20 / $10 students, 100 Chapel St. On The Fringe, A Belly Cabaret Delight!: 8:30pm, Nanaimo Bar. Ramona the Bellydancer, Lalani Electrica, Larissa Champagne and Foxy Farrah come together for a spectacular evening of bellydance and cabaret performances. Features fall fashions by Luscious Me. $20 Advance, $25 Door 2-75 Front St. Johnny Inappropri-

ate: 9:00pm, The Well Pub, Live band no cover charge, 250 7585513. 3956 Victoria Avenue. On The Fringe Live: At “The Nanaimo Bar”, starts at 9:30pm, $5 250-716-0466. 2-75 Front St. SUN OCT 15 Nanaimo Fall Home Expo: 10:00am See Oct 13th. Rock Art: Create your own unique rock art on a 12” x 12” stretched canvas. Choose from a variety of rock shapes and sizes as well as add driftwood, twigs, sand or lichen to decorate your canvas. Class is 2:00pm-3:00pm. $15 all ages and includes all supplies Lost Arts Club . 250-619-4088. 2358 Wild Dove Rd. Circus Squared: An Evening of West Coast Contemporary Circus. 7:30pm. A Port Theatre Spotlight Series Presentation. The New Conformity beautifully blends juggling, prop manipulation, martial arts and physical theatre. Next, The Underground Circus present Equilibrium Fugue. Featuring a massive movable half-moon-shaped contraption, performers explore equilibrium in movement and stillness through dance, theatre, high

risk and artistic acrobatics. Adults $32 | Members $28 | Youth/ Student $12.50 | Tix online . 2507548550. 125 Front St. MON OCT 16 Royal Winnipeg Ballet: Each year Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet School travels the country in search of talented dancers to join one of three Professional Programs. Ballet Academic (Ages 10+), Aspirant (Post-Secondary), and Teacher Training Program (Post-Secondary). Auditions take place in cities across Canada and into the United States and include a Q & A portion for parents and students, as well as master class in some cities. Students unable to attend an audition may send in a Video Application. Please visit rwb.org for registration information, 11.00am 204-9573467. 2750 Quada St. Nanaimo Family History Society: Beban Park Social Centre Rooms 7 & 8. At 6 pm for Family Tree Discussion Groups. Catherine Whiteley, Title: “Mary Ann Forbe’s Father”. Synopsis: His name was George, but which George Forbes? And how could I prove it? This presentation

follows my twisting path to answering those two questions. Vital records, land records, military records were required. Free. 250-668-3068. Island Stitchery Group (ISG) Meeting: 7pm, Christ Community Church, Come and have fun embroidering with other keen stitchers. Some members are currently working on Canvas Work projects (own choice of pattern). New members and guests are welcome to join in or do their own thing 250-758-6783 2221 Bowen Rd. Harbour City Newcomers: See Oct 2 The Mavericks: are back with a new album and tour. This eclectic group shows us why their inherent chemistry and explosive sound are so enduring. Floor $72.50 / Balcony $62, porttheatre.com 250-7548550 125 Front St. . Open Mic/Jam: 9pm, The Nanaimo Bar. 250716-0466. 2-75 Front St. TUE OCT 17 Pumpkin Patch Selfies: 10:00am, Country Club Centre, From October 17-31 dress up in your Hallowe’en costume and enjoy taking your own family

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CONDENSATION As summer closes and we get into the fall and winter seasons the temperatures will be dropping significantly. For those of you that leave your laptops in you vehicles, or perhaps in the trunk overnight, you need to make sure that when you bring your laptop inside you allow it to acclimate before turning it on. The temperate of the laptop needs to be the same temperature as the ambient air. Why you ask? Well inside your laptop are many metal parts and as we all know when metal goes from a cold climate to a warm one the metal sweats. Water and electronics do not mix and if a drop of water gets onto an important piece of electronics that could mean the end of your laptop. The same goes for all my clients that pick up or drop off their tower computers to Bitrate Computers. I always wait until they are acclimated before turning them on as some towers have been in the client’s car overnight. When you bring the tower home and they have been in the car all day in the cold please wait until they warm up before turning them on.

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ON MAY 15, 1888, SIX YEARS after Nanaimo became a municipality, The Salvation Army was established in Nanaimo. That is over 129 years ago. The first church was built in 1893 at 19 Nicol St. where it still operates our Family Services today. In 1993, the church received a grant from the City, and the tiny operation of a two-burner stove and a large soup pot to feed the hungry was replaced with an industrial kitchen and a dining room which now provides over 80,000 hot nutritious meals annually. In July 2007, the New Hope Centre was built beside the former church to provide residential programs for those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. The Salvation Army operates 2 Thrift Stores (one at 1633 Bowen Rd. and one at 205-6750 N. Island Hwy (by Costco). This will soon in-

The Salvation Army has recently hired a new Child and Youth Director. Carolyn kicked off September with a Community Family Fun Fair. She has great things in store for our youth. She will have an after school drop in on Fridays, Club Melody (choir) on Thursday, a sports night, and a once a month family event. All this will be starting in October. To contact Carolyn, call 250-753-8834 or 250-619-5950. Our Fundraising efforts are organized by Dawne Anderson who Coordinates the Kettles at Christmas, a Golf Tournament in June, Food Drives as often as possible, Give n Go and a Santa Shuffle Fun Run in December. As we approach our Kettle Season, we will be hosting our Christmas Kettle Kick Off Luncheon on Wednesday, November 22nd at the Vancouver Island Conference Centre (VICC). Our Speaker Guest is Mr. Peter Legge. If you are interested in attending the Luncheon or helping on the kettles, give Dawne a call at 250-740-1004. All Funds raised in Nanaimo, stay in Nanaimo. The Salvation Army exists to share the love of God with others. Help Us, Help Others

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TUE OCT 17 CONT’D photo in our farmyard styled pumpkin patch. Centre Court, 250-7581102, ext 202. 2A-3200 Nrth Island Hwy. Vancouver Canucks at Ottawa Senators: 4:30pm

Full Throttle Halloween For Teens: 6pm. See Oct 3 Abbamania Night Fever: 7pm, The world’s number one production of Abba, returns to the Port Theatre. Abbamania

If you like Burrowing Owl you’ll love this one. Calliope (ka-LIE-oh-pee) figure 8 by the founders of Burrowing Owl Estate Winery in Oliver BC is a quiet Cabernet Merlot for those rainy nights when you just need some jazz and a warm fire. As if a quiet conductor of nature’s bounty the Calliope hummingbird impulsively flies throughout the South Okanagan Valley. Keen eyes and careful ears can witness them fluidly sing an aria to Mother Nature’s prowess as they set their daily course. Enjoy a bottle tonight and delight in the unique as you savour this most precious of nature’s gifts. Available online at shop.landingliquorstore.com or in the very well laid out and spacious Landing Liquor store at Brooks Landing in Nanaimo (next door to Home Hardware). © Rideout Communications

and Night Fever perform over 200 concerts a year and they will take you back in time when Abba and The British Legends of the pop music world hit the stage. $45, Tix porttheatre.com 250754-8550 125 Front St. WED OCT 18 Brothers XII Followers: 6:30pm, Who were Brother XII followers? Join Aimee Greenway for a presentation on the stories behind the people who supported one of the most infamous cult leaders in Canadian History. $10 p.p.-pre-reg. is required 250-753-1821 Nanaimo Museum, 100 Museum Way. 15 Minutes of Infamy: At “The Nanaimo Bar”. 7pm, cover charge. 250-716-0466. 2-75 Front St. Tanya Tagaq with Opening Act William Prince: 7:30pm, The Port Theatre. Tanya is known for delivering fearsome, elemental, performances with pure unleashed emotion. 2017 JUNO award-winning artist William Prince will open the show. Adults $52 | Members $48 | Youth/Student $17.50 | 2507548550. 125 Front St. THU OCT 19 A Man Called Ove: Movie night at Nanaimo North Library. 6-8pm. Free 250-9332665. 6250 Hammond Bay Rd. Exploring Ancestry & Publish: Explore your ancestry and get a book printing demonstration as well. 6:30-7:30pm Free, Harbourfront Library. 250753-1154. 90 Com-

mercial St. Live Music Night: 8:30pm, Arbutus Distilleries 250-714-0027. 1890 Boxwood Rd. DJ Mic Control: “The Nanaimo Bar” at 9:30pm, $5 cover 250716-0466. 2-75 Front St. FRI OCT 20 Pro-D Day for S.D.68: Cinema Movie Releases: ”Breath”, “Geostorm”, “Only the Brave”, “Same Kind of Different as Me”, “The Snowman”. See your local cinema for times and prices. Pro-D Day Art Camp: In the art lab create a dynamic three-dimensional collage with works inspired by our own histories, places, and identity. 9am-for ages 5-12. Supplies are included but bring a lunch $30p.p. or $55 for 2 siblings, 250-7541750. Art Gallery, 150 Commercial St. Pro-D Day FREE Skate: 3:45-5:15pm. 750 Third St. Origin Symphony Matinee Series: Featuring favourites from Bach, Beethoven, Brahms, Shostakovich and Stravinsky. Tickets: $38 / Students $18 / vancouverislandsymphony.com . 250-7540177. 125 Front St. Halloween Train: Ride the Green Hornet through ghostly scenes and past scary Halloween characters at the museum. Trick or treating and Halloween crafts, plus there are haunted houses for those who dare! Rain or shine, from 3:30-9PM. BC Forest Discovery Centre .bcforestdiscoverycentre. com . 250-715-1113. 2892 Drinkwater Rd.

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FRI OCT 20 CONT’D Theatre Ones 25th Annual Bite of Nanaimo: From Sea to Shining Sea, 4-9pm. An impressive range of food and beverage vendors whose sample size portions will represent fare from each province and territories. (food and drink tickets sold at event 250-754-7587. 2300 Bowen Rd. Lantern Tours: Lantern Tours cover the darker side of the history at downtown locations including the site of the last public hanging, the scandalous story of the famous architect who designed the courthouse and a murderer who was hung on Galllows Point. Must preReg. Tour 6:30-8:00pm $15p.p. 250-753-1821. 100 Museum Way. Trivia Night: Harry Potter Edition 7:00pm, Dinghy Dock Pub. Cool prizes to be won! Tickets .myshowpass.

com. $12 includes ferry fare 250-753-2373 8 Pirates Lane. The Old City Laugh Lounge: 3-6 Comedians. “Two shows 7pm & 9pm. At The Old City Station Pub. Tix online at myshowpass.com $10 per show 250739-1611. 150 Skinner St. Deb Pitre & Ken Ermter Live: at “The Nanaimo Bar”, 9:30pm, $5 250-716-0466. 2-75 Front St. SAT OCT 21 Halloween Film Camp (Ages 8-12): See Oct 7 Spooktacular Puppet Show: Spooktacular puppet show from 10:30-11:30am Nanaimo North Library 250933-2665. 6250 Hammond Bay Rd. Beach Mixed Media Art: Paint and decorate your own unique beach themed painted collage art on a 9” x 12” or 11”x14”. 1:00pm-4:00pm $20 for all ages and all

supplies are included, 250-619-4088. 2358 Wild Dove Rd. Making A Statement with Naomi Wakan: Explore how you can go beyond the obscurity of “artspeak”. Included will be a tour of the exhibition, Spectral Tides. 250754-1750. 150 Commercial St. Halloween Train: 3:30pm, see Oct 6th Nanaimo Oktoberfest: 7:30pm, Beban Park Social Centre, Live band. Pretzels from Columbia Bakery, Bratwurst from Nesvogs. Beer from Longwood, Wolf and White Sails breweries. Labatt’s Lounge with PONG tournament $25.00, nanaimooktoberfest.com. 2300 Bowen Rd. Vancouver Island Symphonys: A Fiery Opening. 7:30pm, Port Theatre. Guest Artist: Corey Hamm, Piano. Tickets: $33-$54 / Stu-

dents $18 vancouverislandsymphony.com 250-754-0177. 125 Front St. Halloween Dance Fundraiser for Huntington Disease: 8pm, Leonardo Da Vinci Centre, Put on your dancin’ shoes and get ready for a party! The Jolly Mon Band is excited to play this fundraiser! Rolling Stones, U2, Steve Earle, The Beatles, The Band, Tom Petty, Donovan, Steve Miller Band, Led Zeppelin, Fogerty/CCR Prize for best costume. Cash bar, silent auction. $25. 250-516-6664. 195 Bay St. Vinyl Edge: 9:00pm, The Well Pub, Live band no cover charge. 250 758-5513. 3956 Victoria Avenue. La Familia, latin live: “The Nanaimo Bar”, starts at 9:30pm, $5. 250-716-0466. 2-75 Front St.

Karole Kringle and their daughters Princess Kringle, Krystal Princess and yes, the many merry making Elves too. Four days to explore Kringland -there are over 150 Professional Artisans showcasing their unique wares. Entertainment, prizes draws and more!

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Kris Kringle Craft Market draws people from all across Vancouver Island – and beyond. It really feels like a shooting star …guiding the festive season. People have come to expect not only top-notch vendors, but an ambience that is truly second to none. The experience is magical. It isn’t Christmas Until It Is Kringle! www.kriskringle.ca.

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SUN OCT 22 Mask Decorating (Great for Halloween and Mardi Gras): Lost Arts Club, 3:00pm-5:00pm $15 for all ages and all supplies are included. 250.619.4088. 2358 Wild DoveRd. The Legendary Gordon Lightfoot: A national treasure, Gordon Lightfoot is beloved by music fans around the world. Tix. por ttheatre.com/ 250-754-8550. 125 Front St. MON OCT 23 Derek Edwards: Alls Im Saying A brazenly tentative! Like a sniper with the hiccups, Derek Edwards takes aim at life’s galling moments, exhales slowly and jerks back the trigger. A riotous evening of homegrown comedy 8pm Port Theatre. Tix porttheatre.com 250-7548550. 125 Front St. Open Mic/Jam with Brandon: 9pm, The Nanaimo Bar, no covercharge. 250-716-

0466. 2-75 Front St. TUE OCT 24 Retro Night: 9:30pm, See Oct 3 WED OCT 25 Brothers XII Followers: 6:30pm See Oct 18th THU OCT 26 Golden Year Savings Day: Seniors 55+ are invited for special savings at select merchants, free coffee or tea & a treat from 10am to 11am & again at 2pm to 3pm with a free live music performance from Howie James & the Howlettes in the Food Court. 250758-1102. 2A-3200 Nrth Island Hwy. Vancouver Canucks vs Waghington Capitals: 7pm. Name that Tune with Larry and Jen: See Oct 5th FRI OCT 27 Cinema Movie Releases: “Jigsaw”, “Suburbicon”, “Thank You For Your Service”, and “Wonderstruck”. See

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Dynamic Bergmann Piano Duo bring “razzle-dazzle” to Classical Coffee Concert Series The vibrant and entertaining Bergmann Piano Duo return to host the ever popular Classical Coffee Concert Series with their energetic and uniquely eclectic programs. A favourite for classical music lovers, this series offers a warm and intimate musical experience in The Port Theatre lobby. The Bergmanns, famous for their “razzle-dazzle” and “electrifyingly rendered recitals” (The Vancouver Sun) are not only extraordinary performers, they are warm hosts and entertaining storytellers. This husband-and-wife team open the series on Tuesday, October 3, 2017 at 10:30am in The Port Theatre lobby with PianOpera. During this captivating performance, the duo add their magical touch to their favourite operatic repertoire. This inspiring program ranges from Mozart’s Magic Flute and Rossini’s Barber of Seville to Liszt’s virtuosic fantasy of Bellini’s Sonnambula. “Always adventurous, the married couple combines virtuosic dedication with the instincts of professional entertainers who love their music,” says Showtime Magazine. Their exciting programs incorporate numerous arrangements and original compositions. Throughout the series, the Bergmann Duo will collaborate with special guests: Francois Houle (clarinet) on November 28 and Onalea Gilbertson (voice) on April 17. Complete with another spectacular duet performance celebrating the awak-

ing of spring with an uplifting and spirited program on March 27, this Series is not to be missed. Join this exciting duo of talented pianists for a delightful morning concert. Complete with delicious coffee and treats, the Classical Coffee Concerts are a wonderful start to your day! The Port Theatre would like to thank performance sponsors The Buzz Coffee House and Turley’s Florist for investing in the Arts.

Classical Coffee Concert Series with the Bergmann Piano Duo Tuesday, October 3, 2017 at 10:30am in The Port Theatre Lobby Tickets: Adults: $27.50, Members: $24.50, Youth/ Students $15, 4-Pack $96, eyeGO $5 For tickets call Ticket Centre 250-754-8550, 125 Front Street or www.porttheatre.com

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FRI OCT 27 CONT’D your local cinema for times and prices. Silent Auction and Dinner: 5:30pm Nanaimo Yacht Club, The Wiltshire Education Society is currently supporting the eldest child in a family of 7, to bring her family to Canada who are refugees in Turkey. The dinner and silent auction will help to raise money to provide for their basic needs now and to eventually reunite them in Nanaimo. $35 p.p. WESociety.org 400 Newcastle Ave. Lantern Tours: 6:30pm, See Oct 20. Wine Festival: Nanaimo’s 25TH Anniversary Wine Festival. Tastings of over 200 wines from around the world. Keepsake wine glass, finger food, trade tasting, door prizes and more. Tix $50 p.p. nanaimowinefestival. com Beban Park Auditorium 250-758-1131. 2300 Bowen Rd.

Nanaimo Military Band Music Fest: The Naden Band of the Royal Canadian Navy is a 35-piece band performing diverse musical styles from classical to jazz, pop and contemporary music. Proceeds to Local Cadet Corps $18, Tix porttheatre.com Port Theatre 250-754-8550. 125 Front St. Awkward AC, Misfits Cover Band | Kush: “The Nanaimo Bar” 9:30pm, $5 250-7160466 2-75 Front St. SAT OCT 28 Haunted Coal Mine: Test your courage by stepping into a classic horror film and come face to face with legendary monsters such as the Wolfman and Dracula during this year’s Haunted Coal Mine Classic Hollywood Horror. Free Nanaimo Museum. 250753-1821. 100 Museum Way. Halloween Howl: Children dressed in their favourite costume from 12-3pm for games, prizes and more. 250-

753-1154. Nanaimo Harbourfront Library, 90 Commercial St. Trivia Night: Buffy The Vampire Slayer Edition, 7:00pm, Dinghy Dock Pub 250-753-2373. 8 Pirates Lane. Halloween with Big Bang Baby: 9:00pm,

The Well Pub, Live Band no cover. 250 758-5513. 3956 Victoria Ave. Farkin’ Jazz: “The Nanaimo Bar” 9:30pm $5 2-75 Front St. SUN OCT 29 Art of the Fire: Featuring the finest potters

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Abbamania & The British Legends Tuesday, October 17th 7:30pm Port Theatre Nanaimo Abbamania, the world’s number one production of Abba, returns to the Port Theatre. The show consists of studio musicians that recreate Abba live in concert. They are the only Abba production to perform for the cast of Mama Mia. Hear the hits from “Waterloo, S.O.S to Dancing Queen”. Also on the same show is Night Fever as the Bee Gees. With all the high harmonies and stage presence of the Bee Gees, they will be performing songs from “Jive Talking, To Love Somebody, Stayin’ Alive, You Should Be Dancing” plus many more. Abbamania and Night Fever perform over 200

concerts a year and they will take you back in time when Abba and The British Legends of the pop music world hit the stage. Special guests Adele, Cher and the Paul McCartney Production. They look and sound exactly like the real artists. Each song done note for note, chord for chord, like the original recordings. This show will take you back in time! All Seats $45

KOOL TOYS for “KIDS” from 1 to 92 Dress-Up is not just for Halloween! Halloween is quickly approaching, but dress-up time doesn’t have to be limited to just one day a year. Quality costumes and accessories are a great way to encourage imaginative play. For year-round play, the best costumes are not attached to one particular character. A simple cape can belong to a wizard learning magic spells or superhero waiting to save the world. Colourful wings can belong to a butterfly exploring the flowers or fairy hiding out in the woods. A knight with a shield and helmet can be looking for a dragon or rescuing a person in distress. Costume accessories can be a great excuse to get crafty. Whether starting from scratch or using a kit, there are many opportunities to create props to go along with costumes. For younger children, kits allow you to decorate your own tutus and wings. Mask making kits eliminate the challenge of creating a mask with perfect openings for eyes. A super-simple option is a colour-your-own cape, crown, or even a pirate vest! Creating your own props is a fun way to personalize a costume. Face painting is a fun addition to costumed play. Ready-to-go kits are a simple option and often come with short instruction books for those who have no idea where to start. For sharper images, Caran d’Ache watercolour pastel crayons come in a rainbow of colours and allow for more intricate patterns or fine details

such as whiskers. A major advantage of face painting over masks is that it does not block the view of the child as they move around. Traditional characters never go out of fashion, whether it be a pirate, a knight, a fairy or a wizard. When choosing a costume, consider the use beyond a single day.

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The Nanaimo Chamber is a non-profit organization made up of local businesses, professionals and community groups. These groups work together to ensure a healthy economic base and positive socio-economic structure for the benefit of businesses and residents in the Nanaimo area. Membership with the Chamber will help build your business network, save you money through exclusive membership benefits, advocate on behalf of your business, and offer cost effective educational opportunities. To explore how membership can benefit you and your business today, please contact Brett Watts, Director, Sales & Marketing by email at brett@nanaimochamber.bc.ca or by phone at 250-756-1191 ext. 5

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Mediterranean & Middle Eastern Foods Have a ‘foodie’ or hard-to-shop-for person on your Christmas list? In need of unique stocking stuffers or a scrumptious party platter for a holiday get-together? Consider your dilemma solved: Nanaimo has a fabulous new specialty-foods store sure to dazzle the tastebuds of your friends and family! ‘MB Mart’ has just opened at 572 Stewart Avenue. It is chock-a-block full of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern foods, spices, fresh cheeses, olives, teas and sweets, many of which are beautifully-packaged and stocking stuffer-sized. Walking into the store on Stewart Avenue, the warmth of the decor was matched only by the warmth of the proprietor, Mat. He approached with a broad smile and a slice of exotic cheese in hand: before long I was seated, enjoying a plate of Morocco pie, spanakopita and dolmades from the full-service deli, with sides of baba ganoush, hummus with chips and

Mat’s famous olive tapenade. I washed my meal down with mango juice and chased that with a slice of Turkish Delight and homemade honey Baklava. Leaving the store, I felt like my very Canadian meat-and-potatoes taste buds had just returned from an epicurean trip to the flavours of Greece, Turkey, Arabia and Persia. With indoor and outdoor seating areas and lots of parking out back, there’s no reason not to check out MB Mart’s incredible selection of olive oils, fresh Persian nougat, organic smoked gold plums, hard-to-find spices and, for the first time in Nanaimo, fresh organic Dodoni Feta. So swing by, grab a bite and welcome Mat to Nanaimo! © RIDEOUT COMMUNICATIONS

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5 foods for a happier healthier gut. I like to think of your gut as the engine of your body. If your gut Flora is off your machine can’t function properly aka your body. It’s almost all too often you hear of people having chronic stomach and intestinal issues. The good news is there are plenty of fermented foods that can help make these issues a thing of the past. They will help your got digest your food affectively and painlessly. Here is a list of the foods that can help: 1.Broccoli: is a great choice for people with intestinal problems. That’s because it contains metabolites, known as glycosylates, which help in the digestion process by breaking down foods without causing inflammation. 2.Blueberries Are a great choice for a Number of reasons. First, not only do they help indigestion, but Second, they also contain antioxidants that can improve our immune system. This can help us Stave off infection and reduce inflammation. 3. Raw apple cider vinegar One of the benefits of having raw ACV every day is it is a naturally high source of potassium and enzymes. Many people link potassium deficiency to dark circles under the eyes, early senility, chronic fatigue, high blood pressure, arterial and heart problems, arthritis, kidney stones, irritable bowel syndrome, and Crohn’s disease. Signs of potassium deficiency include fatigue, achy bones and muscles, tired eyes, itchy eyes, dry scalp and brittle hair and lack of mental alertness. 4. Beans Beans also help boost the activity of healthy bacteria, a process that can improve immune system functionality. Beans also contain loads

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of protein, making them a healthy choice for vegetarians and vegans. 5. Kimchi or sauerkraut Like other fermented foods, kimchi can boost the activity of healthy microorganisms in the gut, thereby assisting in the digestion process. If kimchi is not your thing try other pickle products like sauerkraut. If your gut flora is off I can make Weight Loss difficult among many other things. I can throw off your hormones as well. Try adding some of the foods above even if you don’t currently have gut issues. They can only add value to a happy and healthy gut flora.

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Live Music On Sepurdays, starting at 9PM, $10 cover charge at the door for live music nights.

OCT 12 Louis Patterson, Grant Richardson

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THE QUEENS 34 Victoria Cres. Nanaimo

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Blues Jam every Sunday from 4-8pm OCT 5 Glen Foster. 8pm show. tickets $7 OCT 6-7 Big Shiny Dudes. Dance and Rock cover songs. 10pm show, $5 at the door OCT 7 Rococode with LABS & IsKwee. 8pm show. tickets $10 OCT 8 Clay Ravens & AH, Venice. 8pm show. $12 at the door OCT 13 Wannabe: A Spice Girls Tribute. 8pm show. Tickets $25 OCT 3-14 The Femme Fatales. Dance and Top40 cover songs. 10pm show, $5 at the door OCT 20 The Clanns. 8pm show. $10 at the Door OCT 20 Vinyl Edge. Dance and Rock cover songs. 10pm show, $5 at the door OCT 26 Vince Vaccaro. 8pm show. tickets $15 OCT 27 Two Girls, One Pup: Comedy Tour. 8pm show. tickets $15 OCT 27 Johnny Inappropriate. Dance cover songs. 10pm show, $5 at the door OCT 28 HALLOWEEN BASH: Johnny Inappropriate. $500 Costume Contest. 10pm show, $8 at the door OCT 31 Necro with guest Madchild. 10pm show. tickets $35

SUN OCT 29 CONT’D on the island. 22 professional potters from Nanaimo to Gold River. Highest quality functional and decorative handcrafted pottery. Meet the artists. At Parksville Comm. ctr. 11am-5pm. Free 250.758.9403. 132 East Jensen Ave. Parksville. Craft Fair 2017: There will be 20 tables of local crafts, home business, local arts, and NGC member bake table proceeds. 10am3pm. Free. Nanaimo Golf Club 250-7585453. 2800 Highland Blvd. 4Cats Halloween Spooktacular: 11am, Frightfully fun annual family Halloween bash at either of our 4Cats Arts Studio. There will be crafts, activities, treats & prizes! All entry fees will be donated to the SPCA. $5, adults U/5 free. 250933-2424. 101-115 Chapel St. MON OCT 30 Lawren Harris Canadian Visionary: see Oct 1 Managing Your Retirement Income: 1:30pm. Presented by Nahanni Ackroyd, Financial Advisor Freedom 55 Financial. 250.756.6064. 30-1150 Terminal Ave

Retirement is Coming: Have you planned for it, or are you lying awake at night wondering if you can afford to? Explore your various income streams. Freedom 55+ 250-756-6064. 301150 Terminal Ave N. Vancouver Canucks vs Dallas Stars: 7pm TUE OCT 31 HALLOWEEN -TRICK OR TREAT Trick or Treat: Attention all Goblins, Princesses, and Pirates come and trick or treat at the Country Club Centre from 4-5pm. 12 and under are invited to come in costume and start your candy collection here. FREE 2A-3200 Nrth Isld. Hwy. Halloween Escape Room: Show up in your best costume, you will be startled and spooked as you try to escape from our Halloween Rm. Free 6:00pm, Harbourfront Library, 250-753-1154. 90 Commercial St. Simon and Garfunkel Story: The internationally-acclaimed hit theater shows The Simon & Garfunkel Story will play the Port Theatre on its tour of more than 45 U.S. and Canadian cities from coast to coast. 7:30pm tix porttheatre.com/ 250-754-8550. 125 Front St.

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Simon Says...

Eclipse total del corazón On August 21, 2017 the sun was totally eclipsed by our moon. A total solar eclipse is a natural phenomenon occurring roughly every 18 months somewhere on the planet and results from the fact that even while the sun is 400 times larger than the moon the moon just so happens to be 400 times closer to our planet. This fortunate reality results in the moons’ ability to completely eclipse the sun and, at the same time, to completely baffle and transfix us humans. I have heard from people who stayed north of the path of totality, during this most recent solar eclipse, that the event, at between 87-92% coverage was barely noticeable here in Nanaimo and similarly across Canada. For myself, however, and my oldest son who joined me on a crazy last minute all night drive to Salem, Oregon to bear witness to a total (that’s 100% by the way) solar eclipse; the event was truly awe inspiring. Most of us have seen pictures, movies or TV images of a total solar eclipse. A picture or other image of, really, anything is merely a representation: a pale reflection of the real thing. There is a wide gulf between, for example, seeing a mere photograph of the peak of Mt Everest and beholding it with your own eyes, feeling the sting of the cold in your lungs, the fear and exhilaration in your veins. The same is true of a total solar eclipse.

A good picture can no doubt reveal stunning details of an eclipse: nevertheless, an image is nothing like an experience. To stand there, as we did, on that hot summer day gasping as the moon took ever larger bites from the sun. To feel the anticipation in the seconds before totality and to witness the main event (which is the only time you can safely view the eclipsed sun with the naked eye). At totality, the heat from the sun disappeared and the stars and planets emerged impossibly where only seconds before there was clear blue sky. It was at that instant we heard faint sobs and guttural sounds from people around us just as a cold wind began to blow and the birds flew away in silence. This whole time we were unable to pull away from the sight of what appeared to be a black hole in the sky surrounded by an alien glow that nothing in ordinary experience could have prepared us for. The total solar eclipse experience is mesmerizing and unforgettable. My son and I travelled 20 hours round-trip for a 2-minute experience and we’d do it again in a heartbeat. If you’ve never had the unique pleasure of this experience you owe it to yourself to find a way to make it happen. The next “local” one that I’m aware of is April 8th, 2024 beginning in Mazatlan, Mexico – until then niños y niñas….

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