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Registration begins at 11am in front of Fisherman’s Lodge and swim begins at noon. Saratoga Beach, Oyster River.

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Courtenay is celebrating 100 years, with 100 events.

Go to Comox Valley What’s On Digest for all event listings and details.

Jan Mt. Washington Ski Passes 50% off Lift & Trail Passes: 9:00am,Jan 12-16th 50% off regular priced lift and trail passes.

Jan 12 Snowed In Comedy Tour

Jan 14

8:00pm. Four international comedians come together to create one amazing show with each bringing a unique and hilarious take providing something for everyone.  The Cowichan Theatre

Duncan

Jan. 12, 2015  The Abyss Theatre

Abbamania & BeeGees Port Alberni

Jan. 13, 2015

The show consists of studio musicians that recreate Jan. 14, 2015  Tidemark Theatre & Bee Gees live in concert. They are the only ABBA Jan. 15, 2015 ABBA production to perform twice for the cast of  The Port Theatre Mama Jan. 16, 2015 Mia.

 Sid Williams Theatre

Courtenay

Campbell River

Jan 15

Abbamania is the world’s number one production of Abba. 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

Nanaimo

be performing songs from “Jive Talking, Too Love Somebody, Stayin’Alive to You Should Be Dancing” plus many more.

Performing over 200 concerts a year they will take you back in time when Abba and The Bee Gees ruled the pop music world.

Robbie Burns Night

Jan 24

301 11th Ave, also featuring Campbell River Legion Youth Pipe Band and Campbell River Highland Dancers. Royal Canadian Legion Hall.

Cocktails 5.30pm Dinner 6.30pm.

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C Canucks: Away Game: 7pm vs. Sharks on SNP Holiday 3 Day Riding Camp: Balance Equestrian Centre, ages 5-13yrs, beginner to intermediate riders welcome. $175 9am-noon. Max group size is 4, 1 hour of riding each day plus horse care, games, crafts. 250.203.6042

Dec 31, Wed~

Family New Years Eve: Activities available for all ages from 5-9pm. Pond hockey, public skating, ice games, swimming and water games, kids crafts and family games, clowns and entertainment throughout the evening!, FREE, 250.923.7911

Jan 1, Thu~

Polar Bear Swim: 11:00am, Registration begins at 11am in front of Fisherman’s Lodge and swim begins at noon. Saratoga Beach, Oyster River.

C Canucks: vs Los Angeles, Thu, 7 pm, SNP Eat, Pray, Love New Years Dinner: 5pm, 2165 Island Hwy, Centre for Spiritual Living, scrumptious buffet.

Guests are invited to release rice paper lanterns ($5), into the sky, with affirmations for 2015. Then inside to drumming and a social. $25 per person, $40 per couple,

Family $50, sacredserver@gmail.com, 250-850-4042

Jan 2, Fri~

S CR Storm: 7:30pm, vs. Comox Valley Glacier Kings.

Campbellriverstorm.com 250.204.6192 Live Music: Jonnys Bar & Lounge. 8.00pm, Island Hwy Willow Pt... 250 926-

Jan 3, Sat~

Quadra Winter Market: 10:00am, Indoor market with wonderful handmade items for gifts. 10am - 2pm. quadra.michele@gmail.com, 250.285.3747 Quadra Island. Walk straight off the ferry.

C Canucks: vs Detroit, Sat, 3 Jan 7 pm, HNIC DJ Greasy Larry at Teds: 9:30pm, OK Let’s wrap up the holidays with our favorite house DJ and top 40 remixes. www. mountwashington.ca, events@mountwashington.ca, 250.334.5710

Jan 4, Sun~

Snow Festival: 9:00am, Vancouver Island Society for Adaptive Snowsports annual snow festival. Come out and have fun trying different events in the snow! www. mountwashington. ca, events@mountwashington.ca, 250.334.5710

Jan 5, Mon~

50% off Discover Ski & Board Lessons: 9:00am, Jan 5-9th 50% lessons. www. mountwashington.ca, sales@ mountwashington.ca, 250.334.5710 Snow Festival: See Jan 4 Sing For Pure Joy: 3:00pm, All voices welcome. $10 drop

5 in or pay by the term, singforpurejoy@gmail.com, 778.348.0477 Quadra Isl. Square Dance Lessons: CR Eagles Hall, 7.30pm 1st two lessons free. Chris 250.923.9492 Dart Board League: at the Riptide Pub. Discovery Mall.

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Jan 6, Tue~

Snow Festival: See Jan 4 C Canucks: vs New York Isles, Tue, 6 Jan 7 pm, SNP International Family Recreation Evenings: 6:00pm, 740 Robron Rd, Make a resolution to join us in the new year! The International Family Recreation Group is getting underway again starting Jan. 6, 2015. Fun activities, games and learning opportunities for the whole family. A great way to make new friends from around the world. Free, www.immigrantwelcome.ca crcecontractor@gmail.com, 250-830-0171 An Evening With David Lindley: 6:30pm, David Lindley effortlessly combines American Folk, blues, and bluegrass traditions with elements from African, Asian, Celtic, Malagasy and Turkish musical sources., islandmusicfest.com, 250.287.7465 at the Tidemark Theatre, Campbell River International Co-Ed Adult Soccer: 7:30pm, fun indoor soccer. meet people from all over the globe. Email getbach6@gmail.com.

Jan 7, Wed~

Snow Festival: 9:00am, See Jan 4 Auction Viewing Day: CR Auctions 1358 Marwalk Cres.

9am-5pm. Auction tomorrow 6pm.

Beginner Ladies Learn to Ride at Balance Equestrian Centre!: 6:00pm, 2105 Shetland Rd, Now is your chance! Wednesdays in January (starting Jan 7th), Balance Equestrian Centre is hosting a Beginner Ladies Learn-to-Ride, 6-8 pm. $260 for all four rides, with no previous horse experience needed!

Qualified instructors and calm, gentle horses of all sizes. Get some exercise, learn to groom, tack up and ride, all in a safe, welcoming environment. www.

BalanceEquestrian.ca, BalanceEquestrian@outlook. com, 250-203-6042 Sing For Pure Joy: 6:30pm,All Voices Welcome., $10 drop in or pay by the term, , singforpurejoy@gmail. com, 778.348.0477. Quadra Comm. Ctr. Room 3 Quadra Island

Jan 8, Thu~

Snow Festival: 9:00am, See Jan 4 C Canucks: vs Florida, Thu, 7 pm, SNP Rock N Bowl: 6:00pm, Great music and late liquor license. Loads of fun for all ages!, $12 per hour or $18 per two hours 16th Ave, Campbell River 250.286.1177 S CR Storm : 7:15pm, at Nanaimo Buccaneers, www. campbellriverstorm.com, 250.204.6192

Jan 9, Fri~

S CR Storm: 7:30pm, vs. Oceanside Generals, www.

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Jan 10, Sat~

Introduction to Back Country Skiing: 8:30am, Join our certified guides as we share our secrets and teach you the skills needed to ride the back country. $150 per person Gratuities and Alcoholic beverages not included, www.islandalpineguides.com, info@ islandalpineguides.com, 250.897.2990 Chili Challenge: 1:00pm, Local restaurants to serve samples of their chili on the hill, to be judges by public vote. 1-3pm, ,www.mountwashington.ca, 250.334.5710 C Canucks: vs Calgary, Sat, 10 Jan 7 pm, HNI C Shamanic Drumming Circle: 6:30pm, Everyone Welcome, clabahm@hotmail.com, 250.895.9199. Sybil Andrews Cottage, Isl Hwy, A Night At The Savoy: 7:30pm, Music of the 1944

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 The Cowichan Theatre

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Jan. 12, 2015  The Abyss Theatre

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Jan. 13, 2015  Sid Williams Theatre

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Jan. 14, 2015  Tidemark Theatre

Campbell River

Jan. 15, 2015  The Port Theatre

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Jan. 16, 2015 Abbamania is the world’s number one production of Abba. 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 Savoy Ballroom swing era by Dock Side Drive., $17 advance $20 at door, Quadra Comm. Centre Quadra Is. Karaoke: Quinsam Hotel, 8:30pm-1am, 286.9811 Isl. Hwy CR

Jan 12, Mon~

50% off Lift & Trail Passes: 9:00am,Jan 1216th 50% off lift and trail passes, 50% off regular price, www.mountwashington.ca, sales@mountwashington.ca Sing For Pure Joy: 3:00pm, All welcome., $10 drop in or pay by the term, singforpurejoy@gmail.com, 778.348.0477, Quadra Comm. Ctr. Room 3 Quadra Isl

Jan 13, Tue~

International Womens Group: Rm A114 740 Robron Rd, Campbell River 6.00pm This popular program provides a great opportunity for women to meet and visit over a potluck lunch and learn new and interesting things about Canada, Campbell River and abroad!, Free, http www.immigrantwelcome.ca 250 830-0171 International Co-Ed Adult Soccer: 7:30pm, This

be performing songs from “Jive Talking, Too Love Somebody, Stayin’Alive to You Should Be Dancing” plus many more.

Performing over 200 concerts a year they will take you back in time when Abba and The Bee Gees ruled the pop music world. program is co-ed and play fun indoor soccer and meet people from all over the globe. getbach6@gmail.com, at the Robron Ctr Robron Rd. CR C Canucks: in Nashville, Tue, 13 Jan 5 pm, SNP

Jan 14, Wed~

Beginner Ladies Learn to Ride at Balance Equestrian Centre!: 6:00pm, 2105 Shetland Rd, Now is your chance! see Jan 7th 250-203-6042 Sing For Pure Joy: 6:30pm, See Jan 12 Celiac Support Group Meeting: 7:00pm, Anyone that is looking to learn more about eating gluten free is welcome. teabag@telus.net, 250.923.4319 Sunshine Wellness Ctr. 2nd Ave, Campbell River Snowed In Comedy Tour: 8:00pm, The Snowed In Comedy Tour Returns after last year stellar show received amazing reviews.

Four international comedians come together to create one amazing show with each bringing a unique and hilarious take providing something for everyone. Tix www. tidemarktheatre.com, Tidemark Theatre, Shoppers Row, Campbell River 250.287.7465

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In 2009, at the age of 45, Marc decided it was time to revisit his dream. He started with the HCA program at DCC and found employment right away between a local private seniors home, private surgical unit and the hospital.

In 2011, Marc decided to take it one step further and came back to DCC to take the Practical Nurse Access Program (shortened track for people who are already HCA’s). Marc graduated in 2012 and found employment right away.

Today, Marc is employed full time at New Horizons in Campbell River as a Practical Nurse. Marc is living his “teenage dream” and says “I don’t call it work, I am doing what I want to do, it is my passion, it is a dream come true” - Marc Rondeau, Aug 27, 2014

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There’s league play for those wishing to get involved in the great sport of bowling and for the family that wants to have fun together, there’s bumper bowling across all 5 Pin and Tenpin Lanes. The Centre is also wheelchair friendly for those with special needs and there’s always someone available to point you in the right direction if you need help knocking down more of those stubborn little pins! There’s the added bonus of enjoying the award winning pizzas from Ryan’s Pizzeria and for those wishing to play into the night there’s Rock ‘n Bowl with a late liquor license every weekend. To sum it up… Great Fun, Great Food and even Greater Value. For more details visit the Centre’s website at www.crbowling.com

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Jan 15, Thu~

Rock N Bowl: 6:00pm, Great music and late liquor license. Loads of fun for all ages! $12 per hour or $18 per two hours. 16th Ave, Campbell River. 250.286.1177 C Canucks: in Philadelphia, 15 Jan 4 pm, SNP S CR Storm: 7:00pm, at Victoria Cougars, www. campbellriverstorm.com, 250.204.6192 Abbamania: 7:30pm, ABBAMania & BeeGees is the worlds number one production. The show consists of studio musicians that recreate ABBA & Bee Gees live in concert. They are the only ABBA production to perform twice for the cast of Mama Mia. tix. tidemarktheatre. com, Tidemark Theatre Campbell River 250.287.7465

Jan 16, Fri~

S CR Storm: 7:30pm, vs. Oceanside Generals, www.

Campbellriverstorm.com, 250.204.6192 C Canucks: in Carolina, Fri, 16 Jan 4 pm, SNP

Jan 17, Sat~

Quadra Winter Market: 10:00am, Indoor market with wonderful handmade items for gifts. 10am - 2pm. , quadra.michele@gmail.com, 250.285.3747 Quadra Isl. Walk from the Ferry.

Doris Ritchie: The Collection & Sale: 1:00pm, Opening Reception is from 1-3pm and exhibit will run from Jan 17 to Feb 6th showcasing Doris Ritchies collection of 240 original works for show and sale. crartgallery.ca 250.287.2261 Shari Ulrich Barney Bentall & Tom Taylor: 6:00pm, Three powerhouses of folk music are coming to the Heriot Bay Inn! Price includes dinner, reserve early, $49 + tax, 250.285.3322. Quadra Isl. Shuttle from ferry available.

S CR Storm : 7:00pm at Nanaimo Buccaneers, www. campbellriverstorm.com, 250.204.6192

Jan 18, Sun~

Film Showing: 6:30pm, Appoint with the Wise Old Dog: Dream Images in Time of Crisis, clabahm@ hotmail.com, 250.895.9199 2-694 Shoppers Row, CR

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Jan 19, Mon~

Sing For Pure Joy: 3:00pm, All voices welcome., $10 drop in or pay by the term, singforpurejoy@gmail. com, 778.348.0477 Quadra Island.

C Canucks: in Florida, Mon, 4:30 pm, SNP

Jan 20, Tue~

CR Festival of Film Winter Pass 2015- TBA: 7:00pm, winter season 2015 - film TBA, $45, www. tidemarktheatre.com, 250.287.7465 C Canucks: in Tampa Bay, Tue, 4:30 pm SNP

Jan 21, Wed~

Beginner Ladies Learn to Ride at Balance Equestrian Centre!: 6:00pm, see Jan 7th U of Q: Chocolate & Scotch & Robbie Burns: 7:00pm, A small fee for those wishing to sample the scotch.

Presented by Alan Burnett and Barb Heinonen. Heriot bany Inn, Quadra Isl. Shuttle to Ferry for pick up. 250-

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Jan 22, Thu~

Rock N Bowl: 6:00pm, Great music and late liquor license. Loads of fun on the new lanes and new look, for all ages!,16th Ave, CR 250.286.1177 Auction: Campbell River Auctions, 6pm. Pre-bids viewing Wed & Thurs 9am-5pm. or www.crauctions.ca 250.287.3939 1358 Marwalk Cres CR Badminton: Sportsplex, Willow Pt Park. 7.30pm 250.287.9827 Youth Group: 12 to 18 years. Campbell River Baptist Church. 7pm 250.287.8831

Jan 23, Fri~ S CR Storm: 7:30pm, vs. Nanaimo Buccaneers, ,campbellriverstorm.com, 250.204.6192

Rock On Climbing Sessions: On the Rocks Climbing Gym, 6-8pm 250-287-7625. Island Hwy NRTH Campbelton.

Jan 24, Sat~ A Nite with Robbie Burns: 5:30pm, 301 11th Ave, A Nite with Robbie Burns also featuring Campbell River Legion Youth Pipe Band and Campbell River Highland Dancers. at the Royal Canadian Legion Hall. Cocktails 5.30pm Dinner 6.30pm. Tix $25 Everyone welcome, you do not have to be a member. 778-4203-366. Tix available at Legion Bar. Includes traditional Haggis & Roast Beef Supper by RCL Ladies Auxiliary Winter Spirit Event: 6:00pm, Beer, Wine, Spirits and Food event in the Whiskey Jack room at the Alpine Lodge., www.

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Jan 25, Sun~ Ski For MS: 9:00am, Register online at www. msski.ca to get started, raise pledges before the event, turn in your pledges and enjoy a great day of skiing or snowboarding at Mount Washington!, www.mountwashington.ca, events@ mountwashington.ca, 250.334.5710 S CR Storm Cameryns Cause Charity Game: 2pm,, www.campbellriverstorm.com, 250.204.6192

Karaoke: at the Quinsam Hotel 9pm-2am 250.286.9811.

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Jan 26, Mon~ Taoist Tai Chi Beginning Classes: 6:00pm, 1800 South Alder St., CR Sportsplex, register at first class. Also Jan 27th. Beginning classes in Taoist Tai Chi. Training in a way that is relaxed and accessible to people of all ages and abilities. Our goal is that you feel balanced, comfortable and that you have fun. Accredited volunteer instructors. adult, senior and student rates, www.taoist. org, parksville@taoist.org, 250-240-3387

Jan 27, Tue~ Run Club: Shorerunners 9.30am 250-286-1364 C Canucks: vs Anaheim, Tue, 27 Jan 7 pm, SNP Aikido/Martial Arts: Self defense usig locks, pins, throws & immobilizations troy 250 203.3237

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Centre!: see Jan 7 U of Q: Goat Ownership 101: 7:00pm, [name], , What it takes to keep goats... 250.285.3322 Heriot Bay Inn. Quadra Isl. shuttle available from Ferry.

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Jan 30, Fri~ The Smell of Money: and Jan 31 6:00pm, A comedic musical satire based on The Sound of Music with a strong streak of Quadra quirkiness. $34.95 dinner & show or $20 show only, 250.285.3322 Heriot Bay Inn Quadra isl... ferry shuttle available.

S CR Storm: 7:30pm vs. Nanaimo Buccaneers, ,campbellriverstorm.com, 250.204.6192

C Canucks: vs Buffalo, Fri, 30 Jan 7 pm, SNP

Jan 31, Sat~ BC Provincial Snowboard Slopestyle: 8:00am, Come on out and watch the exciting competition from around the province. www. mountwashington.ca, ski@mountwashington.ca, 250.334.5710 Beach Party: 7:00pm. Dress for the beach at Ted’s Bar & Grill and come ready to party with great eats and spirits., www. mountwashington.ca, events@mountwashington.ca, 250.334.5710 S CR Storm : 7:30pm, at Comox Glacier Kings, www. campbellriverstorm.com, 250.204.6192

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Celebrations and prizes big discounts from 20%-50%, demonstations on all equipment. Special invitation to medical professionals interested in new equipment for senior care. CRCommon, Ironwood Road CR 9am-8pm.

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New beginnings for Campbell R With lengthening days and a fresh calendar, January is the month for new beginnings. That is how we feel at the Campbell River Seniors’ Centre Society.

We unpacked into our new space at the Common in just two short weeks in December. But that time gave us an inkling as to the potential and promise of our organization. Having a permanent home allows us to refocus on our mission and determine how we can better meet it.

We will elect a new board in early February and they will set our priorities and processes.

We’ve had a surge in membership renewals; and our old favourite programs are already up and running. And, to our delight, in just two weeks, more that 40 seniors have joined us for the first time. We must scan their marked interests and find a way to make them happen.

There are many agencies in the city that provide excellent pro-

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River Seniors grams and services for seniors. We hope to establish connections with them, and work towards shared goals.

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Timberline Village. The other tenants in the Village have been very supportive of our clinic and we certainly enjoy the wonderful products and services that they provide.”

The patient focused dental clinic recently celebrated its First Anniversary. Hildebrand attributes the success of the clinic to her staff.

“We are fortunate to have a group of women who go above and beyond for our patients. I am so grateful for the care they provide and the enthusiasm they have for their work. It really is the wonderful women that I have the privilege of working with that make the clinic such a great place to be.”

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q Comfort Zone 250-923-3973 q McDonalds 3 locations all on 16th Avenue q A&W 2 locations - Merecroft & Discovery Mall q Ideal Cafe 250-287-9055 q Tim Hortons 250-286-3400 q Wendy’s Restaurant 250-286-4777 q Quinsam Hotel Cafe 250-287-7127 q Popsey’s 250-286-4828 q Dukes Grill & Pizza 250-286-6650

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Every Week MONDAY

Lotto Games: Quinsam Hotel, 11am-1:30am, 286.9811 Course Sayward. 9Holes $10. 282.3222 Diabetic Drop-in: CR Hospital, Sunshine Wellness Ctr. 3-4pm. 286.1161.

Walking Support Group: CR Hospice Society, 10:15am Frank James Park. 286.1121 /CRHospice.org Re-Enchant the World with Melodies: Quadra Is. Comm.

Ctr. 3-4:30pm.

Misty Fin’s Eatery: $9 cheeseburgers & $4 pints all day.

287.4320 Square Dance Lessons: CR Eagles, 7:30pm. 1st two lessons free. Chris 923 9492 / Geo 287.9006 / Fred 287.3345 Dart Board League: Riptide Pub. 830.0044.

Youth Jam: Serious Coffee 6:30-9pm 923.1312 Crib: CR Legion. Reg 6:30pm, Game 7pm. 286.6831 Riding Lessons: Regular and Therapeutic Lessons, Flexible Schedule. Balance Equestrian 250 203-6042

Sweat Class: Black Creek Com. Hall, 6-7pm, 337.5190 Dodgeball: Miracle Beach School 6:30-7:30pm 337.5190 Parent & Tots: QCC, 9:30am-12pm.

Sing 4 Pure Joy: QCC, Rm 3, 3-4:30pm. singforpurejoy@ gmail.com Weight Watchers Mtg: QCC, 6-7pm.

Alcoholics Anonymous Mtg: QCC, 7-9pm. 285.3656 Family Gym: Com. Ctr, 10:30-11:30am, free. 286.1161.

Ocean Waves Square Dance Club: Courtenay Anglican Church, 7-9pm. Cathy, 250.338.7942.

TUESDAY

CR Newcomers Meeting: 1st Tue of every month. 7pm. 1351 Ironwood St. Social group for women new to CR.

Drop-in Meditation w/ Lucas Stiefvater: Oceans Resort, 7-8pm. Free, 923.4281 / info@oceanresort.ca Lotto Games: Quinsam Hotel, 11pm-1:30am, 286.9811 Riding Lessons: Regular and Therapeutic Lessons, Flexible Schedule. Balance Equestrian 250 203-6042 Dragon Boat Practice: Corilair floatplane dock, 5:45pm,

Strathcona Gardens Recreation Complex 225 South Dogwood Street • Campbell River, BC • 250-287-9234 • www.strathconaRD.ca

Ja n ua r y

Ice Events

Friday Night at the Movies (All Ages) Family Pizza and Movie Night

Skate on the leisure ice and watch a family movie. All movies rated G or PG. Movie starts at 6:00 PM. Fri, Jan. 9 5:15-8:00 PM

Little Rascals at Storm Game Intermission Fri, Jan. 23 Game starts at 7:30 PM Girls Night Out (6-12) Pizza & Pyjama Dance Party

Skating event in pyjamas and long underwear – prizes for the best dressed. Dancing, skating, pizza, karaoke and games. Skate rentals and pizza.

Sat, Jan. 24 6-9:00 PM

Aquatic Events Family Pizza & Movie Night (All Ages )

Float in the leisure pool and watch a family movie. All movies rated G or PG. Bring inner tubes or other pool toys. Sat, Jan. 3 6-8:00 PM

Sports Day Fun (All Ages) Fun Team Challenges & Pool Party

Spend your afternoon at the pool. Battery powered dolphins and SeaDoo’s. You don’t have to compete to have a good time. Sat, Jan. 10 1-3:00 PM

Cosmic Rock n’ Glow Swim (11-17)

Evening of pool games, challenges and fun. Includes glow item, snacks & drinks. Fri, Jan. 16 8-9:30 PM

Slopstacle (All Ages) Messy Wet Aquatic Fun

Come prepared to get covered in pudding, jello, eggs and other goo! Slippery, sloppy obstacle course!

Jan. 24 2-4:00 PM.

Family Literacy Day (All Ages) Free Swim - Sponsored by CR Literacy Now Sun, Jan. 25 12:30-4:00 PM FREE

Combo Events

Pro-D Day Toonie Skate & Swim Fri, Jan. 30 Times: Cost:

Skate—3:00-5:00 PM Swim—1:00-3:00 PM Toonie per Activity

Strathcona Gardens 250-287-9234 for more information

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Linda 778-420-0805 or info@braveheartsdragonboat.ca Re-Enchant the World with Melodies: Quadra Is. The Lions Den (Across from Thrifty’s) 7:30-9pm.

Weight Watchers Mtg: Maritime Heritage Ctr, 11am & 6pm, 286.3161 Run Club: Shorerunners 9:30am 250 286-1364 Aikido/Martial Arts: Self defense using locks, pins, throws & immobilizations. Troy 203.3237 CR Runners: Sportsplex, 6pm (Technical workout) Boxerfit: Black Cr Cm. Hall 6:00pm 337.5190 Discovery Toastmasters: Rm 1 Com.Ctr. 12-1pm. Develop public speaking skills. Marlene 287.3352 Air Cadets: CR Airport hanger, 6:30pm, 12-19yrs 923.1001 Zumba w/ Pam: QCC, 6:20am-7:20pm.

Alcoholics Anonymous : Quadra Children’s Ctr, 7pm. 285.3656 Folkdancing: QCC 7:30-9:30pm.

WEDNESDAY

‘Rock On’ Climbing Sessions: On the Rocks Climbing Gym, 6-8pm. 287.7625 Sing 4 Pure Joy: The Lions Den, 6:30-8pm. Mary 778.348.0477 CR Toastmasters: Comm. Ctr Rm 1, 7-8:30pm. Overcome shyness, develop confidence, speaking & leadership skills. chernabogsh@aim.com Riding Lessons: Regular and Therapeutic Lessons, Flexible Schedule. Balance Equestrian 250 203-6042 Karaoke: Heriot Bay Inn 7:30pm 285.3539 Auction Viewing Day: 1358 Marwalk Cres. 9am-5pm.

Auction tomorrow 6pm.

Boxing: Eagles Hall 6-8pm Mike 287.9632 Misty Fin’s Eatery: $10 fish & chips. $3.50 domestic beer.

287.4320 CR Gun Club: Indoor , 7pm, 2600 Quinsam Rd Al 923.6388 Parkinsons Self Help Support: 2nd Wed monthly.

1:30pm. Room 201, CR Baptist Church. New members welcome. 286.1354 Live Band: Quinsam Hotel, 8:30pm-1am, 286.9811 Parents & Babes: QCC, 11am.

Seniors Lunch: 12pm-2:30pm. Sportsplex. 914.4401 Friendship Quilters Guild Meeting: 2nd Wed monthly.

7pm. Community Centre Lounge.

Diabetic Drop-in: 3pm-4pm. Sunshine Wellness Centre.

All Weather Family Place: Dick Murphy Park, Tyee Spit, 9:30-10:45am.

Family Place: Comm. Ctr. 1-3pm. 286.1161.

Multi-cultural Family Place: Robron Ctr, 6:30-8pm. 923.4918

THURSDAY

DJ Just Rob: Paramount Music Hall, 286.1841.

Thursday Meditation: 6pm. 20-964 Shoppers Row. By donation. Time to wind down. Journey inward, collect, soothe, heal & relax from your week well spent. www. cslcampbellriver.org CR Auctions: 1358 Marwalk Cres. 6pm. View Wed/Thu: 9am-5pm. 287.3939. www.CRAuctions.ca Alzheimer’s/Dementia Caregivers’ Support Group: 1st Thu monthly. 7pm-8:30pm. Mitlenatch Room, CR Hospital.

1.800.462.2833 Kayak Polo (16+): Strathcona Gardens, 9-10pm Bring kayak, pre-reg. 287.9234 (1st & 3rd Thu)

Karaoke: Quinsam Hotel, 8:30pm-1am, 286.9811 Open Mic Nite: Café Aroma, 285.2404 Island Phoenix Acapella Chorus: 210 Beech St. (beside Best Wok). Rehearses 7-9:30pm. Women’s 4-part harmony. Connie/Sandi, 923.0101.

Co-Ed Touch Rugby: Carihi Fields 6:30pm 14yrs+. Erin 202.7642 Dragon Boat Practice: Corilair floatplane dock, 5:45pm, Linda 778-420-0805 or info@braveheartsdragonboat.ca Weight Watchers Meeting: Maritime Heritage Ctr, 11am, 286.3161 Riding Lessons: Regular and Therapeutic Lessons, Flexible Schedule. Balance Equestrian 250 203-6042 CR Gun Club: Pistol 6:30pm Outdoor Range, Ralph 285.3684 Kripalu Yoga: Oceans Resort 9-10:30am $15 250 337-2123 Jam Session: Elks Lounge, Hosted by Pat Palmer, 7:30pm 287.4642 Stroke Recovery Mtg: 11am-2pm Sportsplex 830.3144 Healing Room: Open 11am-1pm & 7-9pm Joy 923.2312 Ultimate Frisbee: Southgate School, 6pm. Bring 2 t-shirts, white & dark. campbellriverultimate.com Badminton: Sportsplex 7:30pm, 287.9827 Aikido/Martial Arts: Phoenix School 203.3237 Auction, CR: 1358 Marwalk Cres, 6pm. 287.3939 Youth Group: Baptist Church, 7pm, 287.8831 Family Floor Hockey: Miracle Beach School Gym, 6-7pm.

BCCA, 337.5190.

Parents & Tots: QCC, 10am-12pm.

Prayer Mtg: Quadra Is. Bible Church, 7pm.

Quadra Singers Community Choir: QCC, 6:45pm.

Parents & Child Cultural Drop-in: Laichwiltach, 11am-12:30pm Baby Time: Comm. Ctr. 10-11:30am. 286.1161.

Cedar Grove Family Place: Cedar Grove, 1-3pm.

FRIDAY

DJ Rob with Your Dance Requests: Paramount, Music Hall, 10pm, 286.1841.

Riding Lessons: Regular and Therapeutic Lessons, Flexible Schedule. Balance Equestrian 250 203-6042 Live Band: Quinsam Hotel, 9:30pm-2am, 286.9811 ‘Rock On’ Climbing Sessions: On the Rocks Climbing Gym, 6-8pm. 287.7625 Live Music Jam Nite: Jonny’s Bar, 8pm-12am, Local talents 850.1233 Family Gym: Sportsplex, 10:30-11:30am, free, 923.7911 Quadra Is. Farmers Market & Bazaar: Quadra Com. Ctr. Arts, crafts, veggies & more! Michele 285.3747 Unplugged: Guitar/Singing Jam @ Quadra Is. Upper Realm, 7:45pm CR Legion Fun: 5:30pm. Free Bingo, Karaoke, meat & paddle draw 7:30pm 286.6831 Open Mic Nite: Serious Coffee 7-10pm 923.1312 Dinner & Dancing: Eagles Lounge, Meat draw 5pm Youth Groups: 12-19yrs, 7:30pm, Christian Life 287.3476 Gamblers Anonymous: St. Patricks Church, 7pm.

Ballroom Dancing: Sportsplex, 7-8:30pm. 923.7043 Song Circle Jam: Comm. Ctr, The Lounge, 7-9pm. Brian, maddog13@shaw.ca Toddler Time: Comm. Ctr, 9:30-11:30am, 286.1161.

Family Place: Comm. Ctr. 1-3pm. 286.1161.

Song Circle: Evening for music lovers, bring instruments & singing voices. 7pm-9pm. Brian Jones maddog13@shaw.ca

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Dance to DJ Just Rob : Paramount 286.1841

Live Band: Quinsam Hotel, 9:30pm-2am, 286.9811

Misty Fin’s Eatery: Premium beer at domestic prices. 287.4320

Riding Lessons: Regular and Therapeutic Lessons, Flexible Schedule. Balance Equestrian 250 203-6042 Quadra Is. Farmers Market & Bazaar: QCC. Arts, crafts, veggies & more! Michelle 285.3747.

Live Music Jam Nite: Jonny’s Bar & Lounge, Willow Point, 8pm-12am, 850.1233 Weight Watchers Meeting: Maritime 9am, 286.3161 Family Drop-in Art Program: CR Art Gallery 1-3pm (Alternate Sat’s) 287.2261 Boot Camp: Black Creek Com. Hall 9-10:30am, 337.5190

Primb Rib Buffet: Royal Coachman, 286.0231 Sunday Buffet: Mudslingers, 286.0231 Riding Lessons: Regular and Therapeutic Lessons, Flexible Schedule. Balance Equestrian 250 203-6042 Football Showing: Misty Fin’s, 287.4320 Meditation & Celebration: Ctr for Spiritual Living 10am @ Willow Point Hall. Susan, 914.4498.

Brunch Menus Ala Carte: 10:30-2pm. Quay West 286.9988 ‘Rock On’ Climbing Sessions: On the Rocks Climbing Gym, 1-3pm. 287.7625 Church Service: CR Vineyard Church 10am 923.1338 Chances: 6-Up Drop-In w/ $50 games 12-2pm Evening 1/2 Price Booklets.

SUNDAY

Karaoke: The Quinsam Hotel 9pm-2am 286.9811

WhatsOn

Affirmation: "Today I give myself permission to be at peace with my emotions" Emotions control our thinking and our behavior and they greatly affect our physical bodies. If we ignore our emotions, we are setting ourselves up for unbalanced physical and emotional conditions.

At the same time, emotional reactivity plays into physical and emotional imbalance.

The challenge is to learn to be responsive to situation and events; we can empower ourselves to become responsive as opposed to being reactive.

health

It is important to be honest about the emotions we are experiencing; in other words, own your emotions and bring them into conscious awareness. Take a deep breath and, instead of asking "why" (why is this happening to me....why is this person making me feel so....etc) ask "how" the situation can be redirected toward a more positive outcome (or ask "what" can be done). "How" and "What" keep you solution focused and responsive.

"Why" has the potential to keep you problem focused and reactive.

To your success!

Gabriela Eikeland DN,CSMC, RT-CRA, CMT

Private Yoga Classes • Stress Management Coaching • Life Coaching • Meditation • Chair Yoga Classes • Yogic Stress Management Therapy • Yoga Mudra Therapy

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Hiking: Free @ Ripple Rock trail, Snowden Forest, Elf Falls, Beaver Lodge Forestlands, 1-10 km walks. See new alternate walks during BC Hydro construction. All trails open year round.

Strathcona Gardens: www.strathconard.ca Tot Drop in Ski/Snowboard Lessons: Mt Washington Kids Centre 250.338.1386 Pool Swimming & Slide: Strathcona Gardens Pool check program for times. 250-287-9234 Skating: 2 Ice Arenas - Check Programs for scheduled skates. 250-287-9234 Swimming: Best Western Hotel, Isl. Hwy. C/River Open to the public 25mtr pool. 250-923-4231 Community Centre: 401 11th Ave, C/River 250-286-1161.

Programs available 6 days a week for all ages. www. www.campbellriver.ca Build a Snowman: take the family up Mt Washington and build a snowman and enjoy a nice cup of hot cocoa in the cafeteria!

Library: Free @ CR Library (Downtown shoppers Row) Bowling: CR Bowling Alley, 16th Ave, Campbell River.

Leagues, RocknBowl Friday nights, seniors bowl. 5pin & 10pin. Auto Scoring. 250 286-1177.

Go-Karting: $10 Saratoga Speedway 250 337-8106 saratogasdeepway.bc.ca Skateboarding: Free @ CR Skatepark, Sportsplex Landmark Theatre: Showcase 5 Movie Theatre 250 2873233, 489 S. Dogwood St. Campbell River Bike Rentals: $40/Day Per Bike@ Spokes (250 286- 0500) 871 13th Avenue Billiards & Gaming: $10 @ Pier St. Billiards & Gaming 250 287-3966, 938 Island Highway facebook.com/pages/ Pier-Street-Billiards-Amusements/116153448469033 Indoor Rock Climbing: On the Rocks Climbing Gym 250-287-7625, 1980 N. Island Hwy rockgym.ca Heritage Tour: Free @ Haig-Brown Heritage House 250286 6646

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Horseriding: Balance Equestrian, Watch, Lessons, and Shows. Indoor and Outdoor arenas. Off Willis Road, on Walworth C/River 250-203-6042 check for event program. www.balanceequestrian.ca Waterfalls: Elk Falls, Located just 2klm on Hwy 28 from downtown Campbell River, one of the most spectacular falls on Vancouver Isl. Caution is need, adhere to all safety signs.

Maritime Museum: 2 Floors of marine artifacts including Canada’s $5 bill boat. Open Mon-Fri 10-4pm Discovery Pier, Govt. Wharf, Island Hwy. 250-286-3161 Wine Tasting and Tour: Coastal Black Wine 2186 B Endall Road, Black Creek, Noon to 5pm everyday! coastalblack. ca 337-8325 Wine Tasting and Tour: 40 Knotts Winery - Visit the 2nd largest winery on the island, 18 acres of vineyard and 7 varieties of estate wines, plus exclusive 40 Knot Wine Okanagan wines. Tastings Thurs to Sun 11.30 to 5.00pm.

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Weiner Roast: A slice of Canadian Culture, a favourite all year round. Echo Lake, Miller Creek, Loveland Bay , Storries Beach are great locations for a fire, and a wiener roast. Don’t forget the marshmallows.

Watch the Planes: CR Airport or out at the Spit at Dick Murphy Park.

Things To Do In Hiking/ Biking: Free @ Snowden Forest (16 KM) Canyon view Trail, 8km, easy to intermediate, (from 2hrs) Check for new routes Snowshoe Fondue!: Take a snowshoe tour and have a gourmet fondue dinner! 250.338.1386 Golf: 18 Holes, 9 Holes & Driving Ranges Storey Creek Golf Course 18 holes and Driving Range, McGimpsey Road, storeycreek.bc.ca Sequoia Springs Golf Course: 250 287-4970, 700 Peterson Road sequoiasprings.com; 18 holes.

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From Tyee Spit to remote islands including Refuge Cove - Surge Narrows - Big Bay - Blind Channel - corilair.com/ 888 287-8366 Historic Mail Tour

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Float Plane tours: CorilAir - From Tyee Spit to remote locations including Refuge Cove - Surge Narrows - Big Bay - Blind Channel corilair.com 1-888-287-8366 Historic Mail Tours Take a Back Country Guided Tour: on snowshoeing trails, Mount Washington 250.338.1386 Biking Rentals: $40/day per bike at Spokes 250 286-0500 871 13th Ave. Campbell River

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Sea, wind, and wine Taste wine distinctly shaped by this windswept, sun soaked vineyard.

WINE SHOP | TASTING LOUNGE EVENT VENUE | WINERY TOURS VINEYARD TERRACE

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Games Cinema Jan 9: Selma, Inherent Vice, Taken 3, Predestination Jan 16: The Wedding Ringer, Paddington, Black Hat, American Sniper, Still Alice Jan 23: The Boy Next Door, Black Sea, Mortdecai, Strange Magic, Black or White

Video Releases Jan 6: The Guest, Get on Up Jan 13: Jessabelle, A Walk Umong the Tombstones, The Identical, Keep on Keepin On, The Two Faces of January, Love is Strange

Jan 15: H1Z1, Captain Toad : Treasure Tracker Jan 20: Saints Row IV: ReElected / Gat Out of Hell Expansion, Rugby 15 Jan 27: Dying Light, Grand Theft Auto 5

Jan 20: Annabelle, Lucy, Rudderless

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Providing guests with top-rated nordic experiences, the resort's Raven Lodge and Nordic Centre is perched on the edge of Strathcona Provincial Park and offers unparalleled views on 55kms (30 miles) of machine-groomed cross-country trails. Meandering trails through open meadows and ancient forests.

22kms (13.5 miles) of snowshoeing trails are ready to greet the snow hiker.

A trip to Mount Washington must include a visit to the popular Tube Park. There's no better way to spend a fun day or night out with family and friends. And speaking of nights, the mountain operates night skiing for sliding under the stars from Thursdays to Sundays.

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10 Things Dogs Hate about Their Owners

Pets

1. Yelling at me for barking… I’M A DOG FOR DOG’S SAKE!!

2. Taking me for a walk, but not letting me check stuff out. Exactly whose walk is this anyway?

3. Blaming your farts on me…not ok!

4. Any haircut that involves bows or ribbons. Now you know why we chew your stuff up when you’re not home.

5. Dog sweaters. Have you noticed the fur?

6. The sleight of hand, fake fetch throw. You fooled a dog! What a proud moment for the top of the food chain.

7. Taking me to the vet for “the big snip,” then acting surprised when I freak out every time we go back.

8. Any trick that involves balancing food on my nose… stop, just stop!

9. Getting upset when I sniff the crotches of your guests. Sorry, but I haven’t quite mastered that handshake thing yet.

10. How you act disgusted when I lick myself. Look, we both know the truth, you’re just jealous.

Nevertheless, I am a dog. So I still love you!

6 THINGS YOUR CAT HATES ABOUT YOU 1. Cats choose to ignore you: They can hear you, but couldn’t care less what you have to say. What kind of constant companion willingly tunes you out?

2. They don’t think much of you: If you ever question your pet’s respect for you, it’s probably because your cat doesn’t even see you as a human. To them, you’re just another maternal feline handing out the snacks.

3. They get stressed out when you pet them: It’s a behavior most people practice without even thinking: reaching out to pet a cute animal. Your cat? Hates it. Don’t listen to those purrs of “affection” — they’re just good at faking it and tolerating you.

4. Cat’s feces can kill you: Everything about them basically says you should stay away — even their bodily functions.

Cat’s feces contains Toxoplasma gondii, a parasite commonly found in cat litter boxes that infects 30 and 50 percent of the world’s population and is linked to mental health disorders such as schizophrenia, depression, and anxiety.

5. Even babies know dogs are better: We’ve seen all the aww-inducing videos with tiny babies and even tinier kittens, but kids instinctually know to prefer man’s real best friend (dogs) to cats.

6. Cats are controlling your mind: They’re manipulative, sneaky creatures — and they know it. Cats’ purrs and cries mimic that of babies, purposefully changing their tone when they want something.

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