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Whats On Digest Calendar Events SUBMIT YOUR EVENTS online at WhatsOnDigest.com ALL MONTH: 90% of Hockey Games Shown: Riptide Pub now has ”NHL Hockey Centre Package” showing 90% of all hockey games including the east coast teams on their 7 big screen TV’s. 250.830.0044. Georgies 50% Mix & Match Sale: Georgies Furniture & Fashion. Buy any pair of jeans and get 50% off any top (selected items). Sale on till Feb 28th. 250.287.9577. Indoor Horsemanship & Riding Lessons: Balance Equestrian Centre. Lessons available ALL winter! Plus Sunday’s is horse camp. See ‘Every Week.’ 250.203.6042. Fishing: Winter chinook is good this time of year. Feb 1, Sat~ Quadra Island Winter Market & Bazaar: Quadra Island Community Centre parking lot, 10am-2pm. Arts & Crafts, gardening, baked goods, candles & more. Indoor market, rain or shine. Stella, 250.285.3184. Movie in the Pool & Pizza Night: Strathcona Gardens Rec. Complex, 6-8pm. Spend evening floating in the pool watching a family movie. Fee includes 2 slices of pizzz, drink, ice-cream. 250.287.9234. ea River & Ar Campbell

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5 Feb 2, Sun~ All Stars Hockey Skills Competition: Strathcona Gardens ice rink, 3-5:30pm, (all ages). Goofy prizes awarded for the hardest shot, fastest skater, stick-handling, obstacle course, and shooting accuracy. 250.287.9234.

Lost Families Found: Maritime Heritage Ctr, 7pm. Join CR Genealogy Society to learn how to research your family tree today. Pat, 250.923.6575. Grandmothers to Grandmothers Meeting: United Church Hall, 7:15pm. 250.287.8198.

NFL Superbowl: Seahawks vs. Broncos at 3:30pm.

Alzheimer & Dementia Care-giver Support Group: CR Hospital, Mitlenatch room, 7-8:30pm.

Cameryn’s Cause: Charity hockey game, 4pm @ Strathcona Gardens Rec. Complex. 250.830.0979,

Exclusive Kayak Time: Strathcona Gardens Rec. pool, 9-10pm. Bring kayak & practice rolls! Ages 16yrs+ 250.287.9234.

Feb 3, Mon~ C Canucks vs. Red Wings: 4:30pm, , Canucks vs. Red Wings: SNET-P 4:30pm. Feb 4, Tue~ C Canucks vs. Bruins: SNET-P 4pm. CR Newcomers Meeting: Ironwood Ctr, 7pm. Free social group for women new to the area. Sandy, 250.923.7471.

Feb 7, Fri~ Willow Point Film Fest - Darshan: The Embrace: Centre for Spiritual Living, 2165 S. Island. A glowing introduction to the life and work of Sri Mata Amritanandamayi Devi, the so-called hugging saint. Doors open for tea and popcorn @ 6:30pm, movie @7pm. 250.287.1350 / cslcampbellriver.org

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Arena Sleepover Party: Strathcona Gardens Rec. Complex, 8:30pm-8:30am. Late-night skating, lazer tag, sports, relay races & games! Kids will wind down to a movie. Light breakfast included. Ages 7-11yrs. 250.287.9234.

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6 Feb 7 Fri. 4-6pm for 3 Fridays. Make matching pillowcase and PJs. $60 for 6hrs. Feb 8, Sat~ Experience the Podium Race: Mt. Washington, 9am. Girls &amp; Boys aged 5-12yrs will take part in ski speed track, dual slalom, jump &amp; Kombi. Fun way to introduce young skiers to different ski racing skills. Free for spectators. Sports Day Fun: Strathcona Gardens Rec. Pool, 1-3pm. Kids, compete for fun prizes! Battery powered dolphins & SeaDoo will be out. Messy fun! You don’t have to compete to have a good time. All Ages. 250.287.9234. C Canucks vs. Maple Leafs: CBC, 3pm. Lunar New Year Fundraiser Potluck Dinner: CR Community Ctr, 5:30pm-12am. (Dinner @ 6:30pm). 19yrs+. Tix Advance/$15, VIP/$20. 250.830.0171. Feb 9, Sun~ Experience the Podium Race: Mt. Washington, 9am. Girls & Boys aged 5-12yrs will take part in ski speed track, dual slalom, jump Kombi. Fun way to introduce young skiers to different ski racing skills.Free for spectators. Feb 10, Mon~ Family Day: 9am. Statutory holiday giving British Columbia residence a chance to spend time with friends and family. 50% Off Lift Tickets for Family Day: Mt. Washington, 9am. 1.888.231.1499 www. MountWashington.ca, 50% off regular lift ticket price. CR Drum Circle Jam: All hand drummers & percussionist. brrecamp@telus.net&nbsp / 250.923.6858. CR Storm vs Comox Valley Glacier Kings: 6:30pm, Strathcona Gardens Recreation Complex, 7:30pm.250.830.0979.

Feb 11, Tue~ CR Film Festival “Burt Buzz”: Tidemark Theatre, 7pm. This thoughtful and intimate portrait delves into the backwoods of Maine, USA, to find Burt Shavitz, founder of Burt’s Bees - the allnatural personal care brand known worldwide. Feb 12, Wed~ CR Celiac Support Group: Sunshine Wellness Ctr, CR Hospital 7pm 923.3638 / 923.4319. Feb 13, Thu~ Feb 14, Fri~ Valentines Day CR Storm vs Victoria Cougars: Strathcona Gardens Rec. Complex, 7:30pm. 250.830.0979. Valentines Day Ladies Spa Special: Industry Hair & Body Care. Includes; Mini-mani, shellac pedi, wash, cut and blowdry. Gift certificates available and delivered wrapped free of charge in downtown CR. $80. 250.830.3330 / www. IndustrySpa.com Valentine Romance Dinner: Quay West Restaurant, Fri and Sat, Feb 14 and 15. Platters to share, plus entrees & desserts. Reserve, 250.286.9988. Weekend of Romantic Valentines Dinners: Acropolis Kuizina Restaurant, 14-16th. Valentines dinner includes 4 courses from menu, wine and a rose. 250.914.0909. Special Sweet Heart Valentines Menu: Royal Coachman Pub. Includes drink specials.250.286.0231. Dolphins Resort Valentines Dinner: Book a romantic table for 2! 5pm & 7:30pm. 3 course meal. Preset menu. Reservations recommended. $49pp. 250.287.3066. Valentines Day Parents Night Out: Black Creek Comm. Assoc. When was the last time you went on a date night? Make reservations to a favorite restaurant and we can take the kids! Featuring games, craft and a movie. $15 for 1 child, $25 for 2, $30 for 3. 250.337.5190.

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Friday Night at the Movies: Strathcona Gardens Rec. Complex, 5:15pm-8pm. Family pizza and movie night. Fee includes 2 slices of Pizza & Juice. Movie starts at 6pm.250.287.9234. Setting Hearts Afire With Jazz: Heriot Bay Inn, 5:30pm or 7:45pm. Featuring Noelle Maffin & Steve Smith over a 3 course dinner. Reserve your table! $35pp. 250.285.3322. Gem Mineral Club Meeting: Community. Ctr. Craft room, 7:30pm. Friday Flicks “Before Midnight”: Quadra Is Comm. Ctr. 7:30pm. One of the greatest romantic films of its time. Exquisite, melancholy, hilarious and cathartic. About the joys and frustrations of long-term commitment. $5. 250.285.3243. Feb 15, Sat~ Quay West Valentine Romance Dinner: See 14th. Acropolis Weekend of Romantic Valentines Dinners: See 14th.

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Quadra Island Winter Market Bazaar: Quadra Island Community Ctr parking lot, 10am-2pm. Arts & Crafts, gardening, baked goods, candles & more. Indoor market, rain or shine. Stella, 250.285.3184. Discover Old Time Gospel Singing: Discovery Community Church, 250-10th Ave, 7pm. Come sing with us and Gospel Specials. Bob Bull, 250.287.8079. Feel The Love - 70’s Party: Ted’s Bar & Grill, Mt. Washington, 9pm. Break out the blue eye shadow, afro wigs, flared pants, leisure suits hot pants for the decade of love & disco’s. 250.338.1386. Feb 16. Sun~ Valentines Day Sweetheart Brunch: Quay West Kitchen. 11am-2pm. Reserve, 250.286.9988. Acropolis Weekend of Romantic Valentines Dinners: See 14th.

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8 Pro-D Day Pond Hockey Tournament: Strathcona Gardens Rec. Complex, 9am-3pm. No minimum skill required, players divided into teams based on age & previous experience. Fee includes; hockey games, pizza lunch & snacks. Bring basic gear, shoes & water bottle. Ages 4-10yrs. 250.287.9234.

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Pro-D Day Wet n’ Wild Bootcamp: Strathcona Gardens Rec. Complex, 10am-3pm. Develop swimming skills; work on dives; try water sports; learn to do a flip turn, have a water fight & more! Bring lunch, snacks, water, swimsuit, towels & active wear. Kids must feel comfortable in deep water. Ages 6-11yrs. 250.287.9234. Pro-D Horse Camp: Balance Equestrian Ctr, 1-4pm. $50. For all levels, beginner to advanced. 250.203.6042. Pro-D Day Toonie Swim: Strathcona Gardens Rec. Complex, 1-3pm. All Ages. 250.287.9234. CRFilm Festival “Revolution”: Timberline School Theater, 6-7:15pm. Film takes Rob Stewart through 15 countries over 4yrs where he discovers not just sharks are in danger but humanity itself. Presented by Council of Canadians, CR Occupy & Timberline Earth Club. Free, donations accepted. Feb 18, Tue~ Feb 19, Wed~ Feb 20, Thu~

Annual Herb Bradley Pepsi Challenge: Fundraiser for Vancouver Island Society for Adaptive Snowsports. For skiers, boarders & spectators. Compete in teams of 4 with 1 member being a disabled skier. Includes; lunch for racers, fun and prizes for “Wipe Out of the Day” & “Most Entertaining Mascot”. 1.888.231.1499. Dressage Show: Balance Equestrian Ctr, 10:30am. Haul-ins & spectators welcome! 250.203.6042. Writing Family History, Memoir & Biography Course: Quadra I Community Ctr, 1-4pm. Sunday for 6 weeks. Covers genre of history writing, takes students through process of developing their projects, in stages, to first draft. 250.285.3651. Feb 17, Mon~ Pro-D Day: All schools closed to students.

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Exclusive Kayak Time: Strathcona Gardens Rec. pool, 9-10pm. Bring kayak & practice rolls! Ages 16yrs+ 250.287.9234. Feb 21, Fri~ Cosmic Rock ‘n’ Glow Swim: Strathcona Gardens Rec. Pool, 8-9:30pm. Evening of games, challenges & fun. Includes glow item, snacks & drinks. Ages 11-17yrs. $5. 250.287.9234. Feb 22, Sat~ A Giant Indoor Garage Sale: CR Community Ctr, 10am-2pm. Come to shop in comfort! Proceeds from table renters support 50+ Active Living Programs. Free entry. 250.286.1161. Slopstacle Fun: Strathcona Gardens Rec. Pool, 2-4pm. Check out the slippery, sloppy obstacle course! For all ages. 250.287.9234 Coldest Night of the Year: Fun, family-friendly walking fundraiser raising funds for the hungry, homeless & hurting in 65 communities across

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Film Series 4 Dynamic Films that bring reality to our Planets Big Dangers By Donation at North Island College Theatre (1685 Dogwood St)

Revolution

Mon. February 17th - 7:15pm International award winning film by the director of Sharkwater. Follow Rob Stewart's remarkable journey through 15 countries over 4 years where he will discover it's not only sharks that are in grave danger it's humanity itself.

Canada. 2, 5 & 10km walks provide opportunity to experience a hint of the challenges faced by homelessness, while raising funds for your favourite local charity. Registration 4pm. Ceremonies, 5pm, Walk begins, 5:15pm. Light warm meal, 6-8pm. Register online free, ColdestNightOfTheYear.org Tsolum River Celebration: Merville Hall, 5pm. Celebrate bountiful pink salmon return at the AGM with salmon dinner, dance & local band, “Flying Debris”. Presented by Tsolum River Restoration Society. FMI, willacan@telus.net Top 40 Dance Party: Strathcona Gardens Rec. Complex, 6-9pm. Includes snacks/pizza, dance contests, ice activities, funky tunes, karaoke FUN! Skate rental included in price. Ages 6-12yrs. 250.287.9234. Feb 23, Sun~ Writing Family History, Memoir Biography Course: Community Centre Quadra Island, 1-4pm. Sunday for 6 weeks. Covers genre of history writing, takes students through process of developing their projects, in stages, to first draft. 250.285.3651. Feb 24, Mon~ Meaningful Media Night - Dinner and a Movie: Immigrant Welcome Ctr, Robron Ctr, 4-8pm. Movie: ‘The Visitor”. FREE. Movie starts at 6pm. 250.830.0171. Feb 25, Tue~

Troubled Water

Mon. March 17th - 7:15pm Examines the threats to public water systems and watersheds on Vancouver Island.

A Fierce Green Fire

Mon. April 14th - 7:15pm Captures the energy, expansiveness, and extremes of the environmental movement.

Gasland II

Monday, May 12th - 7:15pm Is fracking safe? Cosponsored by the Timberline Earth Club, Campbell River Occupy, and the Council of Canadians Campbell River

Business & Professional Women‚ Network Meeting: Royal Coachman Pub Carriage Room, 5:30pm-9pm. Meeting starts @ 6:20pm. RSVP by Sun 22 Feb. Members $30, Guests $40. CR Film Festival “The Hunt”: Tidemark Theatre, 7pm. Intelligent & disturbing dissection of Danish society. Main character, Lucas, is a divorced daycare worker hoping to win custody of his estranged teenage son. Feb 26, Wed~ First Open Heart Society: Community Ctr, 2pm. New members welcome. Ken, 250.923.3466., CR Heart Support Group: Community Ctr, 2pm. New members welcome. Ken, 250.923.3466. C Canucks vs. Blues: 7:30pm, , Canucks vs. Blues: SNET-P, 7:30pm.’ Feb 27, Thu~

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Feb 4 About Time, Baggage Claim, Dallas Buyers Club, Escape Plan, Free Birds, Romeo & Juliet Feb 11 All is Lost, Austenland, The Best Man Holiday, The Counselor, Diana, Ender’s Game, How I Live Now Feb 18 Fantastic Mr. Fox, Foreign Correspondent, Game of Thrones: 3rd Season Feb 25 Blue is the Warmest Colour, Gravity, Thor: The Dark World, Homefront

games Feb 4 Fire Emblem: Awakening Feb 5 Dead Space Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time Feb 10 Brain Age: Concentration Training Feb 12 Aliens: Colonial Marines Omerta: City of Gansters Feb 19 Metal Gear Rising: Revegance Feb 26 Etrian Odyssey IV: Legends of the Titan

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Feb 28, Fri~ Sew With Sylvia! Community Ctr, starting 4-6pm for 3 Fridays. Make a bean bag checker travel game. $60 for 6hrs. Extreme Challenge Teen Swim: Strathcona Gardens Recreation Pool, 7-9pm. Includes snacks, challenges, crazy, messy fun. Be prepared to be covered in goo. Gr6+. 250.287.9234. C Canucks at Wild: SNET-P, 7pm. Mar 1, Sat~ Order of the Eastern Star Used Book Sale: Tyee Plaza, Mar 1. Supporting cancer unit and cancer library. To donate call, Margaret 250.923.1760 or Eveline 250.914.2295. Mar 2, Sun~ Writing Family History, Memoir & Biography Course: Quadra Island. Community Centre, 1-4pm. Sunday for 6wks. Covers genre of history writing, takes students through process of

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developing their projects, in stages, to first draft. $140pp per person. 250.285.3651. C Canucks at Senators: CBC, 1pm. Mar 3, Mon~ Mt. Washington Women’s Week: 9am-3:30pm. Most popular drop in program. Meet new friends & connect with old ones. Includes; All-day lift pass, “snowga” (yoga), hitting the slopes, a 2hr women’s only lesson, and delicious themed lunch. Plus 50% off daycare! Pre-register. Limited space. 1.888.231.1499

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Feb 2 Super Bowl Sunday

On The Big Screen Seattle Seahawks vs. Denver Broncos Pre-game starts at 3.00pm, kick-off at 3.30pm

Feb 4 The Boy Who Loved Batman

6:45pm Executive Producer of 1989's Batman film, Michael Uslan, will introduce the Silver Anniversary Screening of his original movie. Following the movie viewing will be an autograph and book signing. $10

Feb 11 Burt's Buzz

7:00pm This thoughtful and intimate portrait delves into the backwoods of Maine, USA, to find Burt Shavitz, the founder of Burt's Bees - the all-natural personal care brand known worldwide. $11.43

Feb 13 Blackie and the Rodeo Kings

7:30pm This Canadian band from Hamilton, Ontario, formed in 1996, and have released seven albums to date. This band has a sense of groove, timberal blend, with melodic and rhythmic play that is distinctive, energizing and evocative.

Feb 15 Sneak Peek Into Precision

7:00pm CR DanceXtreme presents the Showteam, Prep Team, and Fresh Groove Hip Hop team's 2014 competitive routines. Featuring group and solo performances in the styles of hip hop, jazz, ballet, modern stage, musical theatre, tap and lyrical. $15

Feb 16 Olympic Men's Hockey - Canada vs Finland

9:00am Come and watch the final game of the Men's Hockey preliminaries on the big screen at the Tidemark! $5

Feb 25 The Hunt

7:00pm The Hunt is an intelligent and disturbing dissection of Danish society. Main character, Lucas, is a divorced daycare worker hoping to win custody of his estranged teenage son. $11.43

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Hundreds of years after the romantics of the Middle Ages, lovers, couples and spouses express their tenderness for each other on February 14 by giving conventional gifts of flowers, chocolate and handwritten cards and letters. Is this trend on its way out? Do people want to celebrate the traditional Valentines Day in a non-traditional manner? We asked the people of Campbell River what they want out of Valentines Day 2014, and it appears those classic heart-felt customs are no longer quite what locals are looking for from their sweethearts.

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Although we received many romantic and unusual responses to our question, one generous Campbell River woman told us that her ideal way to spend Valentines Day would be to donate blood with her paramour. A true romantic! (Or maybe she just loves to hear him scream!)

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If you are scared of blood, but not commitment, one woman expressed her desire to receive a homemade, sentimental gift which shows love, thought and effort. From her beau she wants no flowers, no expensive dinner, and no hot date night, but a deck of cards expressing only 52 reasons why he loves her. If he plays (and prepares) those cards right, he won’t have to compliment her for a full year – she can simply pull a card each week for the next 12 months! Other Campbell River locals will be saving their cash this year in favour of atypical and creative dates – their heart’s desires included creating a breakfast of eggs cracked and cooked into heart-shaped toast cutouts; a family walk along the beach (with the kids) searching for heart shaped rocks; a night alone playing pool with the wife, laughing at each other; making heartshaped homemade pizzas together, or running a hot bath, with a beer, for him, then throwing the dog in for a wash too!

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You may not want the usual Valentines Day celebrations this year, so in honour of your relationship or friendship, be it new or old, worn or torn, perhaps check out the opposite page for ideas on what is happening this February 14 in Campbell Riverâ&#x20AC;Ś just be cautious if the wife offers to run you a bath!

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Campbell R iver’s Best Valentine Events...... Setting Hearts Afire With Jazz: Noelle Maffin and Steve Smith. Heriot Bay Inn, 5:30pm or 7:45pm. 3 course dinner. Reserve your table! $35pp. 250.285.3322 Valentines Day Night Out: Black Creek Comm. Assoc. When was the last time you went on a date night? Make reservations to a favorite restaurant and we can take the kids! Featuring games, craft and a movie. $15 for 1 child/$25 for 2/$30 for 3. 250.337.5190 Friday Flicks “Before Midnight” Valentines Day Viewing: Quadra Island Comm. Ctr. 7:30pm. One of the greatest romantic films of its time. Exquisite, melancholy, hilarious and cathartic, Before Midnight is about the joys and frustrations of long-term commitment. $5. 250.285.3243

Special Sweet Heart Valentines Menu: Royal Coachman Pub. Includes drink specials. 250.286.0231. Industry Salon Valentines Day Ladies Special: Industry Salon. Fri 14 Feb. Minimani and shellac peed; wash, cut and blowdry. Wrapped gift certs available and delivered free of charge downtown CR. $80. 250.830.3330 Sweetheart Specials at QuayWest Restaurant: Valentines Day Romance Dinner. Fri/ Sat/Sun Feb 14/15/16. Platters to share, plus entrees and desserts. Sunday brunch 11am2pm. 250.286.9988

Weekend of Romantic Valentines Dinners: Acropolis Kuizina Restaurant, 14-16 Feb. Valentines Day Weekend Features. 250.914.0909.

Friday Night Valentines at the Movies (All Ages): Strathcona Gardens Rec. Complex. Family pizza and movie night. Fee includes 2 slices of pizza & juice. Movie starts at 6PM. 5:15pm-8pm. $4pp or $10 family. 250.287.9234

Feel The Love – 70’s Party: Ted’s Bar & Grill, Mt. Washington, 9pm. Sat 15 Feb. Break out the blue eye shadow, afro wigs, flared pants, leisure suits and hot pants for the decade of love and disco. 250.338.1386.

Dolphins Resort Valentines Day Dinner at Anglers: 5pm & 7:30pm. 3 course meal, preset menu. Book a romantic table for 2! Reservations recommended. $49pp. 250.287.3066

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INDOOR SWIMMING & WATER FUN: Strathcona Gardens Recreation Centre: Dogwood Rd, this issue for a full program Best Western Hotel heated Pool - Island Hwy, Campbell River Open to the public, 250-9234231 ON THE MOUNTAIN & IN THE SNOW Mt Washington Alpine & Nordic centre, Strathcona Parkway 250-338-1386 Ski Rentals & Lessons available, Lifts operate from 8am-3.30pm see inside this issue for this months program events. BeginnerGreen to Double Black Diamond Advanced. www.mountwashington.ca Snowshoeing - Mt Washington: Nordic centre, under $20. or Forbidden Plateau Tobogganing -In the Nordic area and surrounding, . $2 pp.- $5 family. 100% monitored Snow Tubing: 2 hours $15pp all equip supplied, day and evening.. have a blast ! in the Ozone area Skiing & Snowboarding, Cross Country: Nordic Centre from Raven Lodge Mt Washington.

Campbell River Museum-, Currently Exhibiting â&#x20AC;&#x153;Animals Among Us - Jan 23 to March 31st. Pet lovers, animal overs and anyone who appreciates historic photos will enjoy the unique exhibit. Open Oct 1-May 17 Tues-Sun 12pm-5pm. 470 Isl. Hwy. 250287-3103. Campbell River Art Gallery: Winter hours Tues-Sat 12noon to 5pm. 1235 Shoppers Row, 250-287-2261- Current Exhibits 20th Anniversary celebrations continue. Or Just Paint: Choose some wild colours grab some brushes and paint at home, inside or out Hiking: There are lots of great places to Hike, regardless of the weather, here are my favourites. Beaver Forest Lands off Dogwood, Canon view Trail, Hwy 28, Ripple Rock Trail Hwy 19. drop into the Visitor centre for their comprehensive hiking guides. Pond Skating - Various places in the Strathcona Parkway, and heading North towards Gold River - take extra caution, Echo Lake is often a good spot after a few cold days, always check conditions before skating. Two Ice Arenas + Leisure Ice - Strathcona Gardens Rec. Ctr. Dogwood St, see program this issue.

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45 Weiner Roast: A slice of Canadian Culture, and a favourite in winter and summer, To stay a little protected from the weather McIver Lake. Echo Lake, Miller Creek, and Loveland Bay are excellent locations. or Strathcona Parklands at the base of Mt Washington.

Willow Pt Sportsplex: All racquet Sports, Organised50Youth & Adult Programs, Fitness 55 facility - Drop-in welcome. Cnr of Alder60 & Hilchey Rd, CR - 250 923-7911 - www. campbellriver.ca

Visit a Pet Store: Fish, birds, hamsters, rabbits, Campbell River Pet, Ironwood Rd, C/River.

Community Centre - 401 11th Ave, Campbell River, 250-286-1161 Programs available 6 days a week for adults of all ages, youth and toddlers. Drop in anytime.

Dragons Lair: Reptiles and other interesting pets. 900-12th Ave, Campbell River 250-2868932

Disc Golf: FREE at the Sportsplex, you can rent discâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s or buy them.

Bowling: CR Bowling Centre - Open 7 Days 16th Ave, Campbell River, 250 286-1177 Leagues and Drop ins, see this issue for coupons. Showcase Theatre: Latest Movies, Tuesday night is discount night. 250-287-3233 Dogwood St, Merecroft Village. www. cinemaclock.com/theatres/bri/campbellriver/ showcase_5.html

Indoor Rockclimbing: On the Rocks GymOpen Tues-Sun 10am-9pm 1980 Nrth Isl Hwy, Campbell River 250-287-7625 Mountain Biking: Snowden Forest off Hwy 28, Beaver Forest Lands, Dogowood St Sth. Greenways Loop. off Jubilee Parkway. Wildlife Photograpy - Baikie Isl Estuary, Campbell River Estuary at The Spit - Catch Eagles during February along the Seawalk.

Markets - Campbell River Markets operate from May to October at Discovery Pier (no winter markets)

Watch the planes: Campbell River Airport & Dick Murphy Park on the Spit. Watch the planes.

Indoor Farmers & Craft Markets - 9am12pm at the Native Sons Hall, 360 Cliffe Ave, Courtenay

Shelter Point Distillery Tours: Min Group booking of 6 - $15 pp 1-778-420-2200-4650 Regent Rd, Oyster River (near Saratoga Beach

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NEW Dart Board League: Riptide Pub, 250.830.0044. Royal Coachman Specials: 4-5-6 Wings; 4pm-$4 / 5pm- $5 / 6pm-$6. 286.0231. Ladies 5Pin Bowling: CR Bowling Ctr, 7pm. 286.1177. Men’s 10pin Bowling: CR Bowling Ctr, 7pm. 286.1177. English Riding Lessons: Balance Equestrian Ctr, 7 days/week including evenings. 250.203.6042. Beginner Tai Chi: Sportsplex, 10am-12pm. 250.286.9768 Archery Range Open: Fish & Wildlife, 6:30-8pm. 923.1838. crfw.net Sing for Pure Joy Choir: Quadra Is. Comm. Ctr. room 3, 3-4:30pm. 285.3764 / singforpurejoy@gmail.com Texas Hold’em: Willows Neighbourhood Pub, 923.8311. Re-Enchant the World with Melodies: Quadra Is. Comm. Ctr. 3-4:30pm. Taking Off Pounds Sensibly: Lions Den. Weigh in, 8:30-9:35am. Meeting, 9:50-11am. Square Dance Lessons: CR Eagles, 7:30pm. 1st two lessons free. Chris 923 9492 / Geo 287.9006 / Fred 287.3345 Open Mic: Serious Coffee 6-9pm 923.1312 Crib: CR Legion. Register 6:30pm, Game 7pm. 286.6831 Dart League: Eagles Lounge, 7pm. 250.287.4990. Zumba: Black Creek Com. Hall, 6:15-7:15pm, 337.5190 Poker: Willows Neighbourhood Pub, 7pm 923.8311 Dodgeball: Miracle Beach School 6:30-7:30pm 337.5190 Parent & Tots: Quadra Community Ctr, 9:30am-12pm. Sing 4 Pure Joy: Quadra Community Ctr, Rm 3, 3-4:30pm. singforpurejoy@gmail.com Weight Watchers Meeting: Quadra Comm. Ctr, 6-7pm AA Meeting: Quadra Comm. Ctr, 7-9pm. 285.3656 Family Gym: Com. Ctr, 10:30-11:30am, free. 286.1161. EVERY TUESDAY Drop-in Meditation w/ Lucas Stiefvater: Oceans Resort, 7-8pm. Free, 923.4281 / info@oceanresort.ca Drop-in Lazer Tag: Strathcona Gardens, 5:30-7pm. 287.9234 Royal Coachman Specials: Primb Rib Buffet Dinner $23 & 4-5-6 Wings; 4pm-$4 / 5pm- $5 / 6pm-$6. 286.0231. Seniors 5pin Bowling: CR Bowling Ctr, 10:30am. 250.286.1177. Junior 5pin Bowling: CR Bowling Ctr, 4pm. 250.286.1177. English Riding Lessons: Balance Equestrian Ctr, 7 days/week including evenings. 250.203.6042. International Cooking Classes: Immigration Welcome Ctr inside the Robron Ctr, 6-8pm. 250.830.0171. Acoustic Jam: CR Lodge, 7pm. 250.287.7446. JukeBox Bingo: Pipers on the Ridge, 7pm. Great music, prizes & fun! Like regular bingo but music instead of #’s Free! 250.283.7533. Re-Enchant the World with Melodies: Quadra Is. The Lions Den (Across from Thrifty’s) 7:30-9pm.

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Weight Watchers Meeting: Maritime Heritage Ctr, 11am & 6pm, 250.286.3161. CR Seniors Lunch: Sportsplex, 12-3pm. Lunch, bingo, crafts, crib, Mexican trail, bridge, 50/50 draw. Sing 4 Pure Joy: The Lions Den, 6:30-8pm. singforpurejoy@gmail.com Taking Off Pounds Sensibly: Lutheran Church. Weigh in, 7:45-8:50am. Meeting, 9:05-10am. Aikido/Martial Arts: Self defense using locks, pins, throws & immobilizations. Troy 203.3237 CR Gun Club: Jr 11-17yrs, 7pm Mark 286.1550 CR Runners: Sportsplex, 6pm (Technical workout) Evening Energizer: Black Cr. Cm. Hall 6:15 337.5190 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. Parent & Child Drop-in: Laichwiltach, 11am-12:30pm EVERY WEDNESDAY ‘Rock On’ Climbing Sessions: On the Rocks Climbing Gym, 6-8pm. 287.7625 Royal Coachman Specials: 2 for 1 Sirloin or NYSteak + 4-5-6 Wings; 4pm-$4 / 5pm- $5 / 6pm-$6. 286.0231. Ladies 10pin Bowling: CR Bowling Ctr, 10:30am. 250.286.1177. English Riding Lessons: Balance Equestrian Ctr, 7 days/week including evenings. 250.203.6042. Beginner Tai Chi: Sportsplex, 7:30pm-9pm. 286.9768. Diabetic Drop-in: CR Hospital, Sunshine Wellness Ctr. 3-4pm. 250.850.2607 Auction Viewing Day: 1358 Marwalk Cres. 9am-5pm. Auction tomorrow @ 6pm. Sing for Pure Joy Choir: Lions Den, 6:30-8pm. 285.3764 / singforpurejoy@gmail.com Island Voices Chamber Choir: Need tenor & basses. jo-anne.preston@shaw.ca . 337.5730. Evening Church in the Square: Spirit Square, 7-9pm. Christian outreach service. SpiritSquare.ca Fun Swims: Centennial Pool, 2:30-4pm. Theme each week w/ games & prizes. Till Aug 14th. 923.7911. VIHA Flu Clinic: St. Pat’s Church Hall, 3-6pm, 850.2110 Jam/Songcircle: Serious Coffee 6:30-8:30pm 923.1312 CR Toastmasters: Community Ctr. room 1, 7-8:30pm. Develop speaking & leadership skills. 250.286.0143. Karaoke: Heriot Bay Inn 7:30pm 285.3539 8-Ball Pool League: Eagles Lounge, 7pm. 250.287.4990. Boxing: Eagles Hall 6-8pm. Mike, 287.9632. Fitbody Boot Camp: Inside CR Judo Club 450 Merecroft, 5:45/7/9:30am, 204.3845 Wednesday Walkers: Shore Runners, 8-9am. Bring dogs & stollers. Sylia 286.1364 Run Club: Shore Runners, 5:30-6:30pm, 286.1364.

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23 CR Gun Club: Indoor , 7pm, 2600 Quinsam Rd Al 923.6388 Tai Chi: Black Creek Com. Hall 7:30-8:30pm, 337.5190 Live Band: Quinsam Hotel, 8:30pm-1am, 286.9811 Parents & Babes: QCC, 11am. 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 EVERY THURSDAY Live Entertainment: Playtime Gaming, PlaytimeGaming.ca Royal Coachman Specials: 4-5-6 Wings; 4pm-$4 / 5pm- $5 / 6pm-$6. 286.0231. CR Auctions: 1358 Marwalk Cres. (next to Eagles Hall), 6pm. Viewing hrs: Wed & Thu, 9am-5pm. 250.287.3939 / CRAuctions.ca\ Wine & Dine: Royal Coachman. Buy a bottle of wine with your meal for only $15. 286.0231. Kayak Polo (16+): Strathcona Gardens, 9-10pm Bring kayak, pre-reg. 287.9234 (1st & 3rd Thu) Open Mic Nite: Café Aroma (Quadra Is.), 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. Drop-in Lazer Tag: Strathcona Gardens, 5:30-7pm. 287.9234

Live Entertainments Returns: Playtime Gaming. Wing Nite: Pipers on the Ridge (Gold River Pub), 283.7533 Mixed 5pin Bowling: CR Bowling Ctr, 7pm. 250.286.1177 English Riding Lessons: Balance Equestrian Ctr, 7 days/week including evenings. 250.203.6042. NEW Open Mic: Misty Fins, 6:30pm. Hosted by Lucas Antoni & Mitch Mussenden from ‘How Could I?’ 287.4320 Learn Spanish: Serious Coffee, 5-6pm. Beginners to intermediate classes. $15/1hr. 778.420.0909. Youth OpenMic: Serious Coffee, 7-9pm, 923.1312. 99.7 River Concerts: Spirit Square, 7-9pm. SpiritSquare.ca Weight Watchers Meeting: Maritime Heritage Ctr, 11am, 250.286.3161. Char’s Burger: CR Legion, 11:30am-1:30pm. 287.4671. 60Minute Toastmasters: Conference Room, @ CRA, 12-1pm. Increase confidence, public speaking & leadership skills. All welcome. 60.mins.tm@gmail.com CR Gun Club: Pistol 6:30pm Outdoor Range, Ralph 285.3684 Stroke Recovery 830.3144

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Strathcona Gardens Recreation Complex In The Pool

FEBRUARY

Feb 1 - Pizza and Movie Night (All Ages) Spend the evening floating in the pool watching a family movie. Fee includes 2 slices of pizzz, drink, ice-cream. 6:00pm-8:00pm Feb 6 and 20 - Exclusive Kayak Time (16+) Bring YOUR kayak to the pool and practice your rolls! 9:00pm-10:00pm Feb 8 - Sports Day Fun (All Ages) Let the kids spend the afternoon competing in fun team challenges and at a pool party! 1:00pm-3:00pm Feb 17 - Pro-D Day Toonie Swims (All Ages) 1:00pm-3:00pm Feb 17 - Pro-D Day Wet n’Wild Bootcamp (611) Kids can develop swimming skills; dives; water sports; a flip turn, or have a water fight! Please supply lunch, snacks and water along with swimsuit, towels and active wear. Kids must feel comfortable in deep water. 10:00am-3:00pm Feb 21 - Cosmic Rock ‘n’ Glow Swim (11-17) Games, challenges and fun. Includes glow item, snacks and drinks. 8:00pm-9:30pm Feb 22 - Slopstacle Fun (All Ages) Check out the slippery, sloppy obstacle course! 2:00pm-4:00pm Feb 28 - Extreme Challenges Teen Swim (Gr. 6 and up) Includes snacks, challenges and other crazy, messy fun. . 7:00pm-9:00pm

On the Ice

Feb 2 - All Stars Hockey Skills Competition (All Ages) Goofy prizes awarded for the hardest shot, fastest skater, stick-handling, obstacle course, and shooting accuracy. 3:00pm-5:30pm. Feb 7 - Arena Sleepover Parties (7-11) Late-night skating, lazer tag, sports, relay races and games! Kids will wind down to a movie. Light breakfast included. 8:30pm-8:30am. Feb 14 - Friday Night at the Movies (All Ages) Family pizza and movie night. Fee includes 2 slices of Pizza & Juice. Movie starts at 6:00 PM. 5:15pm-8:00pm Feb 17 (Pro-D Day) - Pond Hockey Tournament (4-10) No minimum skill required, players will be divided into teams based on age and previous experience. Fee includes hockey games, pizza lunch and snacks. Please provide basic gear, shoes and water bottle. 9:00am-3:00pm Feb 22 - Top 40 Dance Party (6-12) Includes snacks/pizza, dance contests, ice activities, funky tunes, karaoke and FUN! Skate rental included in price. 6:00pm-9:00pm

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24 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. Parent & Child Cultural Drop-in: Laichwiltach, 11am12:30pm, 286.0948. Baby Time: Comm. Ctr. 10-11:30am. 286.1161. Cedar Grove Family Place: Cedar Grove, 1-3pm. EVERY FRIDAY Royal Coachman Specials: TGIF (Thank Goodness It’s Friday) wings $5 from 3-6pm. 286.0231. Rock n’Bowl: CR Bowling Ctr. 9pm-12am 286.1177 Burger & Beer Nite: Pipers on the Ridge Pub (Gold River), only $15, 283.7533. Family Fun 5pin Bowling: CR Bowling Ctr, 5:30pm. 250.286.1177. English Riding Lessons: Balance Equestrian Ctr, 7 days/week including evenings. 250.203.6042. Archery Range Open: Fish & Wildlife, 6:30-8pm. 923.1838. crfw.net Wine & Chocolate by Bike: Explore the Valley, afternoons, $69, 3.5hrs, 1.855.830.8522. ‘Rock On’ Climbing Sessions: On the Rocks Climbing Gym, 6-8pm. 287.7625 Family & Teen Ctr Drop-In Program: Comm. Ctr, New ‘Youth Zone’. 11-18yrs old. 7-10:30pm. 286.1161. Live Music Jam Nite: Jonny’s Bar, 8pm-12am, Local talents 850.1233 Live Band: Quinsam Hotel, 9:30pm-2am. 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: Serious Coffee 7-10pm 923.1312 Meat Draws: Eagles Hall, 287.4990. CR Legion Fun: Bingo. Karaoke. Meat & paddle draws. 250.287.4671. Social Dance Lessons: Lorraine 923.5148 Dinner & Dancing: Eagles Lounge, Meat draw 5pm Youth Groups: 12-19yrs, 7:30pm, Christian Life 287.3476 Seniors Lunch - 11am CR Common Mall, 914.4401. 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 Live Band: Quinsam Hotel, 9:30pm-2am, 286.9811 EVERY SATURDAY Live Band: Quinsam Hotel, 9:30pm-2am, 286.9811 Rock ‘n’Bowl: CR Bowling Centre 9pm-12am 286.1177 English Riding Lessons: Balance Equestrian Ctr, 7

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days/week including evenings. 250.203.6042. Quadra Island Winter Market & Bazaar: Starts Oct 5th & continues every 1st & 3rd Saturday of month. Quadra Island Community Ctr. parking lot, 10am-2pm. Indoor market, rain or shine. Stella, 285.3184. Dance to DJ Just Rob: Paramount Music Hall, (No cover till 11pm) 286.1841. Tasting Room Open: Coastal Black Estate Winery, 124:30pm, 250.337.8325. Steak Night: CR Legion, 250.287.4671. Jam with the Band: Quinsam Hotel, 3-6pm. 286.9811. Live Music Jam Nite: Johnny’s Bar & Lounge, Willow Point, 8pm-12am, 850.1233 Weight Watchers Meeting: Maritime Ctr. 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 EVERY SUNDAY English Riding Lessons: Balance Equestrian Ctr, 7 days/week including evenings. 250.203.6042. Horse Riding Lessons: Balance Equestrian Ctr, 7 days/week including evenings. 250.203.6042. Royal Coachman Specials: Prime Rib Buffet Dinner $23 & 4-5-6 Wings; 4pm-$4 / 5pm- $5 / 6pm-$6. 286.0231. Sunday Buffet: Mudslingers, 286.0231 Meditation & Celebration: Ctr for Spiritual Living 10am @ Willow Point Lions 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 Centre for Spiritual Living Sunday Celebration: Willow Pt. Hall, 10am. CampbellRiver.csl.org / 923.6314 Hospitality 10pin Bowling: CR Bowling Ctr, 5pm. 286.1177

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Pet Tips Problem with Overweight Dogs According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP), 54% of the nation’s dogs and cats are overweight. Ernie Ward, DVM and founder of APOP is not happy about it. “We often try to compare what’s happening with our pets to the childhood obesity epidemic, since it’s a similar pattern that emerges,” said Dr. Ward. “The biggest problem is that by the time most people recognize the problem, it’s often too late.” So why is it that having an obese dog is such a problem? Dr. Ward broke it down. The Two Main Problems with Overweight Dogs There are really two factors to keep in mind when you consider the issues associated with overweight and obese dogs, says Dr. Ward: health and money. The first, health, should come as no surprise to those who are aware of all the health issues that overweight people have to deal with. “It’s not only the fact that obese dogs face

of the life they’re leading in the first place,” says the doctor. A few of the major health issues that obese dogs and cats have to deal with include osteoarthritis, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, heart and respiratory disease, kidney disease, cancer and more. “The real heartbreaker for me as a vet, though, is that these pets have such a diminished quality of life,”Dr. Ward said. “I see the consequences, and I wish for those pets that I could roll back the tape to five years ago and say ‘let’s change a few minor things here and there and we could have avoided all of this.’ It’s

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