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Visit www.IslandParent.ca for these and other events and resources for families from Cowichan Valley north to Campbell River and west to Tofino SAT 5 – SUN 6 Christmas Tree Chipping at Brook’s Landing, Nanaimo. Chipping fee is by donation, with all proceeds benefiting the Nanaimo branch of the SPCA. 11am-3pm. More info, 250-758-0351.
TUES 8 Dad’s and Kid’s Skate Night at The Pond, Parksville. This free skate activity for dads and kids is sponsored by Building Learning Together. 6:30-7:30pm. 250-248-3252. www. rdn.bc.ca/recreation.
SUN 13 Welcome Wagon Baby Shower at Beban Park Social Centre, Nanaimo. Are you expecting? Features guest speakers with valuable information, and demonstrations designed to help with this special time. Doors open at noon, show starts at 1pm. Free. 2300 Bowen Rd.
TUES 16 Glow in the Dark Skate at Nanaimo Ice Centre. Skate in an atmosphere of dimmed lighting and special effects. Glow necklaces $2. Regular admission. 6:30-8pm. 250-756-5200.
FRI 18 Shallow & Deep Water Aquafit Craze at Nanaimo Aquatic Centre. What a great way to welcome in the New Year and set your fitness goals. Instructors will give you a great workout and even spoil you with some goodies and beverages after the session. 9:30-11:30am. 250-756-5200.
SAT 19 Lazer Tag at Oceanside Place Arena. Zip around on your skates playing lazer tag with your friends. Lazer tag equipment provided, but bring your own helmet and skates (some available at the arena if required). For 7- to 14-year-olds. 6:45-8:15pm. $5. 250-2483252. www.rdn.bc.ca/recreation.
SAT 26 Teen Glow in the Dark Skate at Oceanside Place Arena. Break out all your glow goodies and come to the rink for a colourful hour of skating. Everyone will receive a free glow bracelet. For 13- to 18-year-olds. 6:45-8:15pm. Free admission (regular skate rental price). 250-248-3252. www.rdn.bc.ca/recreation.
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ONGOING PRESCHOOL LaFF at the Aggie is a drop-in family & friends resource program for children ages 0-6 and their parents, grandparents or caregivers. Play area, free clothing exchange, food programs, free coffee and tea. Monday to Friday, 9:30amnoon. $2 suggested donation (punch cards available). 250-210-0870, laffcoordinator@ shaw.ca, www.familyandfriends.ca. CC Tiny Tots Play Group every Wednesday at Country Club Centre, between Centre Court and Sport Mart. Free drop-in play group for children aged 5 years and younger plus their caregiver. Crafts, stories, songs and play led by ECE educators from PacificCare. 10-11am.
Children Parent & Child Hockey at Nanaimo Ice Centre. A fun, non-competitive hockey time for children where their parents can play too. Please
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bring your own gloves and stick, and helmet with face cage. Pre-registration required. Sundays 5:15-6pm. $5. 250-756-5200.
YOUTH Spare Blox Youth Drop-in in Nanaimo is the ultimate place to be. This is a supervised space to hang out and chill. Open to those 12-17, it offers regular gym activities, video games, movies, foosball, air hockey and much more. Free, but you must register. 7-9pm through to May 1, 2013. Mondays at Nanaimo District Secondary School, Tuesdays at Oliver Woods Community Centre, Wednesdaya at John Barsby Community School. For more information call 250-756-5200. The Zone Youth Hang-Out at Beban Park Complex, Nanaimo. Come and hang out with your friends and participate in a different activity each week. Movie nights, dodge ball, soccer, or electronic night. For 11- to 13-yearolds. $6/drop-in. 7-9pm on Friday evenings. 250-756-5200.
FAMILY Lion’s and Save-On-Foods Family Skate at Oceanside Place Arena. Free admission and skate rentals. Children under 19 years must be accompanied by an adult. Pond hockey not available. January 6, 13, 20 & 27. Free. 250-248-3252. www.rdn.bc.ca/recreation.•
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