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Free Family Fun: Help Fill a Dream! Raise money for kids with life threatening conditions. Bouncy castles, prizes, Treats, Soccer, Concession and face painting by donation: FMI team.impact.lvi@gmail.com Live Music: Nanaimo's own Jayden Holman opens country night at the Queens with ‘Charlie Major’ Show 8 pm, Tix $20 from the Queens or Guava Apparel in Woodgrove Mall. FMI 250.754.6751 Live Music: ‘DOC’ at Wellington Hotel Pub. No cover. FMI 250.758.5513 Live Theatre: the rock ‘n roll musical “Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story” is back by popular demand at Chemainus Theatre Festival!

Feb 11 - March 8, matinee and evening shows available.

FMI/tix www.chemainustheatrefestival.ca Live Music: ‘Glen Foster Group’ at the Landlubber Pub, 8 pm.

No cover. FMI 250.758.9400 Live Music: country night at the Queens with ‘Charlie Major’.

Show 8 pm, Tix $20 from the Queens or Guava Apparel in Woodgrove Mall. FMI 250.754.6751 Film Screening: TheatreOne presents a special 1 pm screening of the Oscar-award winning film ‘Amadeus’ at Avalon Cinema.

Tix $5/door. FMI www.theatreone.org West Coast Women’s Show: a lifestyle show for and about women at Beban Park Auditorium March 1 (9:30 am - 4:30 pm) and 2 (10 am - 4 pm). FMI www.westcoastwomensshow.com

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Thursday, March 6 at the Port Theatre in Nanaimo.Tickets are $29.50 (Plus Facility Fee & Service Charges) at the Port Theatre Box Office. Charge by phone at 250-754-8550 or online at www.porttheatre.com.

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Live Theatre: Nanaimo Theatre Group presents the stunning musical “Cabaret” evenings Feb 26 - March 1, March 5 - 8 and March 12 - 15, afternoons March 2 and 9. All performances at the Bailey Studio. FMI/tix www.nanaimotheatregroup.com Saturday Night Dance Society: 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month, 8 pm - 12:30 am at Branch #10 Legion, Nanaimo. Free coffee and snacks. Tix $12/door, $10/advance from Fascinating Rhythm, Brooks Landing Co-op, Dairy Queen on Nicol and the Legion Eldercollege Saturday Speaker Series: the rise of China as a world power, its rapid industrialization and the social and environmental problems associated with it will be examined over the next four Saturdays. Each session 10:30 am - 12 noon at VIU building 250, rm 125. $10/door. FMI www.viu.ca/eldercollege/courses.asp Live Comedy: ‘The Laugh Lounge’ featuring local comedians takes place the first Sat of each month at ACMe Food Co. restaurant. Shows at 7 and 9 pm. Tix $10/show at ACMe Food Co. FMI 250.753.0042 Kids Read to a Furry Friend: drop into the Wellington Branch library between 2 - 3 pm and read to a furry friend! Darby is a certified member of the Pacific Animal Therapy Society's Paws and Tales program. For children of all ages. FMI 250.758.5544 Painting Workshop: learn how to be a more expressive painter.

‘Expressive Still Life with Acrylic’ is a day-long workshop at the Nanaimo Art Gallery - campus location. Cost $80. FMI/register 250.756.5200

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West Coast Women’s Show: a lifestyle show for and about women at Beban Park Auditorium March 1 (9:30 am - 4:30 pm) and 2 (10 am - 4 pm). FMI www.westcoastwomensshow.com Live Theatre: the rock ‘n roll musical “Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story” is back by popular demand at Chemainus Theatre Festival!

Feb 11 - March 8, matinee and evening shows available.

FMI/tix www.chemainustheatrefestival.ca Live Theatre: Nanaimo Theatre Group presents the stunning musical “Cabaret” evenings Feb 26 - March 1, March 5 - 8 and March 12 - 15, afternoons March 2 and 9. All performances at the Bailey Studio. FMI/tix www.nanaimotheatregroup.com Live Music: ‘The Lion the Bear and the Fox’ and ‘Bodhi Jones’, both Top 20 Peak Finalists, play Simonholt. Doors 8 pm show 8:30 - 11 pm.

Tix $20/advance at Fascinating Rhythm, Cranky Dog and Simonholt, $25 at the door. FMI/reservations 250.933.3338 Nanaimo’s 10th Annual Seedy Sunday: a sale and swap of seeds, seedlings, gardening materials and supplies focused on local organic, heritage and heirloom seed varieties. Bowen Park Auditorium 10 am - 3 pm. Cost $3/door. FMI seedysunday@shaw.ca C Senators vs Canucks: 1 pm CBC, RDS, NBCSN

03 Mar Mon

Live Music: live dinner music downstairs at ACMe, 6:30 - 9:30 pm.

1st set jazz singer Bobbi Walker accompanied by Marty Steele.

2nd set Nanaimo guitarist/singer Glen Foster. Suggested donation $5. Dinner reservations recommended at 250.753.0042 Live Music: Canadian Indie-pop sensations ‘Tegan and Sara’ play the Port Theatre at 8 pm. Special guests ‘The Courtneys’. Tix $46.50.

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04 Mar Tue

Glow in the Dark Skate: dimmed lighting and special effects!

Frank Crane Arena 6:30 - 8 pm. FMI 250.756.5200 Nanaimo Museum Speaker Series: ‘Land of Heart’s Delight: Early Maps and Charts’ of Vancouver Island between 1593 - 1915. Presenter is author Michael Layland. Nanaimo Museum 1:30 pm. Admission by donation. FMI www.nanaimomuseum.ca or 250.753.1821 C Canucks vs Coyotes: 6 pm SNET - P

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Live Theatre: “Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story” at Chemainus Theatre Festival until March 8. FMI/tix www.chemainustheatrefestival.ca Live Theatre: Nanaimo Theatre Group presents the stunning musical “Cabaret” evenings Feb 26 - March 1, March 5 - 8 and March 12 - 15, afternoons March 2 and 9. All performances at the Bailey Studio. FMI/tix www.nanaimotheatregroup.com Live Music: Andrea Smith, Laryssa Campbell and Alexandria Maillot at the Dinghy Dock Pub, show 7 pm. Tix $20 (includes show and return ferry). Tix at the Pub on online at ticketzone.com

06 Mar Thu

Live Theatre: “Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story” at Chemainus Theatre Festival until March 8. FMI/tix www.chemainustheatrefestival.ca Live Theatre: Yellowpoint Drama Group presents “Affectations of May” Mar 6 - 8, 14 - 15, 21- 22 at 8 pm with a 2 pm matinee Mar 22.

Tix $17/adult, $12/child, $25/door. Tix at the door at Cedar Hall or call 250.245.7516 Author Reading: Stephen Kimber, author of “What Lies Across the Water: The real story of the Cuban 5” reads at Harbourfront Library at 5 pm. He will be accompanied by the Hon. Julio Garmendia Pena, the Cuban Ambassador to Canada. All are welcome!

Live Theatre: Ladysmith Little Theatre presents ‘The Last Weekend’ by Barb Wheeldon, March 6 - 23. Evening and matinee performances. FMI/tix www.ladysmiththeatre.com Live Music: ‘Bonfire’ plays the Port Theatre at 7:30 pm for a highenergy tribute to early AC/DC. This band has opened for Foo Fighters!

Tix $34 FMI/tix 250.754.8550 Live Music: the music of ‘Matuto’ has been described as “Bluegrass meets Brazil”. They play the Phoenix Auditorium at The Haven on Gabriola Island at 7:30 pm. Adult $20, Child $5, $25 at the door.

FMI/tix 250.247.9211 Live Theatre: VIU Theatre Dept. presents ‘Man of La Mancha’ at Malaspina Theatre March 6 - 8 and 13 - 15 at 8 pm, Mar 9 at 2 pm, March 11 at 4 pm. Tix $12/adult, $10/student, senior.

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Live Theatre: “Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story” at Chemainus Theatre Festival until March 8. FMI/tix www.chemainustheatrefestival.ca Live Theatre: Ladysmith Little Theatre presents ‘The Last Weekend’ by Barb Wheeldon, March 6 - 23. Evening and matinee performances. FMI/tix www.ladysmiththeatre.com

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Live Theatre: Yellowpoint Drama Group presents “Affectations of May” Mar 6 - 8, 14 - 15, 21 - 22 at 8 pm with a 2 pm matinee Mar 22.

Tix $17/adult, $12/child, $25/door. Tix at the door at Cedar Hall or call 250.245.7516 The Great Gown Event: a fundraiser for Nanaimo Community Hospice. 50 - 75% off a wide range of beautiful gowns. Outstanding selection, new and vintage. Country Club Centre, two days only!

FMI 250.758.1102 Live Music: ‘Mark Crissinger’ brings some folk, blues and pub favourites to the upstairs at ACMe Food Co 7 - 10 pm. No cover, reservations recommended at 250.753.0042 Live Theatre: VIU Theatre Dept. presents ‘Man of La Mancha’ at Malaspina Theatre March 6 - 8 and 13 - 15 at 8 pm, Mar 9 at 2 pm, March 11 at 4 pm. Tix $12/adult, $10/student, senior. FMI/tix 250.740.6100 Fundraiser for Nanaimo Child Development Centre: this year’s ‘Opening Doors’ event features a pirate theme with hearty buffet meal, a bounty of entertainment and survivor challenges!

Coast Bastion Inn 6:30 - 10:30 pm. Tix $80, all proceeds to the NCDC. Reserve your spot at 250.753.0251 ext. 227 or 264 Live Music: the “Harbour City Jazz Festival’ showcases Nanaimo’s talented secondary school jazz students. Guest artist highly-renowned saxophonist/composer Christine Jenson. Tix $12. Port Theatre at 7 pm.

Fundraiser for the school music programs. FMI/tix 250.754.8550 Live Music: ‘Littlehead’ at Harewood Arms Pub 9 pm - 1 am.

No cover. FMI 240.754.2566

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Live Theatre: last day for “Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story” at Chemainus Theatre Festival! FMI/tix www.chemainustheatrefestival.ca Live Theatre: Yellowpoint Drama Group presents “Affectations of May” Mar 6 - 8, 14 - 15, 21 - 22 at 8 pm with a 2 pm matinee Mar 22.

Tix $17/adult, $12/child, $25/door. Tix at the door at Cedar Hall or call 250.245.7516 The Great Gown Event: a fundraiser for Nanaimo Community Hospice. 50 - 75% off a wide range of beautiful gowns. Outstanding selection, new and vintage. Country Club Centre, two days only!

FMI 250.758.1102 Annual Naked Bungee for Charity: Wildplay Nanaimo aims to raise awareness of and funds for the BC Schizophrenia Society. Event runs 10 am - 5 pm March 8 & 9 at Wildplay. $35 (pre-registered at 1-888-595-2251) or $45 at event. FMI www.wildplay.com Live Music: ‘Dave Hart’ @ Extraordinary Organics 6-9 pm.

Intl Cuisine & Guitar Nite. No cover. Reservations 250.591.6078 Live Music: Nanaimo’s ‘Gold and Shadow’ and Vancouver’s ‘David Ward’ team up for a night of soulful, creative rock at The Buzz Coffee House. 8 pm - 10:30 pm, tix $10/door. FMI 250.758.2881 Live Theatre: Ladysmith Little Theatre presents ‘The Last Weekend’ by Barb Wheeldon, March 6 - 23. Evening and matinee performances. FMI/tix www.ladysmiththeatre.com Live Theatre: VIU Theatre Dept. presents ‘Man of La Mancha’ at Malaspina Theatre March 6 - 8 and 13 - 15 at 8 pm, Mar 9 at 2 pm, March 11 at 4 pm. Tix $12/adult, $10/student, senior.

FMI/tix 250.740.6100 Eldercollege Saturday Speaker Series: the rise of China as a world power will be examined over the course of four Saturdays, March 1, 8, 15 and 22. Each session 10:30 am - 12 noon at VIU building 250, rm 125. $10/door. FMI www.viu.ca/eldercollege/courses.asp Live Music: ‘Rainwood Steel’ at Wellington Hotel Pub. No cover.

FMI 250.758.5513 Beer & Burger Fundraiser: for ‘Barsby Grad’, 6 - 9 pm at Harewood Arms Pub. FMI 250.754.2566 C Flames vs Canucks: 7 pm CBC

09 Mar Sun

Live Music: multiple Juno Award winner ‘Liona Boyd’ brings her ‘Return to Canada Tour’ to the Port Theatre for a 7:30 pm show.

Accompanied by Michael Savona. Tix $49.25. FMI/tix 250.754.8550

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Enjoy French and bilingual educational and cultural activities for everyone from children to seniors!

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Senior Dog Lifestages

PET TIP Written by Dr. Julie Lamb, Applecross Veterinary Hospital

This is the last phase in our discussion on dog and cat lifestages. One of the biggest concerns that owners have is that their pets lead healthy, happy lives for as long as possible.

As dogs age, one of the problems we see is arthritis; however, slowing down due to this problem is not inevitable. Arthritis can be helped by using nutrition and supplements, without drugs, in order to keep the joints healthy. There are probably thousands of combinations of supplements that you can find to help arthritis but what you want to see is a combination that includes MSM, Glucosamine, and Chondroitin. These three supplements provide great health benefits including joint health. In a future article, we will go over how each of these supplements work but, for now, back to our senior pets.

As they age, dogs can develop problems with their internal organs. The most common of these include thyroid, liver, and kidney problems. These can be detected through simple bloodwork and, if caught early enough, can be treated effectively.

Female dogs, like older human women, can develop a “leaky bladder” – this is usually accompanied by a bladder infection as the bacteria move up the urethra (tube between the bladder and the outside) and set up residence in the bladder. If your older girl develops this condition, you will find that she may wake up with a puddle where she sleeps, lose bladder control when she is excited (and this is uncharacteristic) or seems to have a chronic urine smell to her. With an exam and a urine sample your veterinarian can look for an infection and other medical causes of this problem. After the infection is cleared up, your veterinarian will then decide if your pet requires a supplement or medication to help her bladder regain its ability to hold urine normally.

The last major problem we see in aging dogs is their teeth. If they have not had yearly dental cleanings by a veterinary health team, their teeth have usually progressed into the realm of severe dental disease. This is characterized by bad breath, dark brown discoloration of the teeth, red to dark red swollen gums and sometimes a white creamy discharge from above the gums. Dark brown discoloration of the teeth means

bacteria, swollen gums mean inflammation, and that creamy discharge is an abscess, or infection, in the bone around the tooth. Teeth need to be cleaned and assessed under full anesthetic in order to provide a proper examination and to clean the teeth below the gum line, where most of the problems are located.

In general, older dogs need to have annual physical exams and an assessment of their teeth, urine and blood. Your veterinarian can provide information on proper nutrition in aging animals and how to proceed with your dog’s healthcare as he or she ages.

Next time we will be starting a whole new series, so tune in to find out where we are heading next!

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Annual Naked Bungee for Charity: Wildplay Nanaimo aims to raise awareness of and funds for the BC Schizophrenia Society. Event runs 10 am - 5 pm March 8 & 9 at Wildplay. $35 (pre-registered at 1-888-595-2251) or $45 at event. FMI www.wildplay.com Live Theatre: VIU Theatre Dept. presents ‘Man of La Mancha’ at Malaspina Theatre March 6 - 8 and 13 - 15 at 8 pm, Mar 9 at 2 pm, March 11 at 4 pm. Tix $12/adult, $10/student, senior.

FMI/tix 250.740.6100 Fringe Flicks: TheatreOne presents ‘Wadjda’, a touching and inspirational film about a young Saudi Arabian girl who dreams of owning a bicycle. Film at Avalon Cinemas. Showtimes 1, 4 and 7 pm.

FMI/tix www.theatreone.org

10 Mar Mon

Fringe Flicks: TheatreOne presents ‘Wadjda’, a touching and inspirational film about a young Saudi Arabian girl who dreams of owning a bicycle.

Film at Avalon Cinemas. Showtime 7 pm. FMI/tix www.theatreone.org Live Music: the ‘Burton/McRae/Rhodes Trio’ brings an evening of jazz to ACMe Foods, 7:30 - 10 pm. Suggested donation $10.

Reservations recommended 250.753.0042 C Islanders vs Canucks: 7 pm SNET - P

11 Mar Tue

Introduction to eBooks: Wellington Branch library 10 - 11 am.

Learn how to use the library's collection of eBooks. Basic computer skills required. Please register by phone at 250.758.5544 or in person

Teen Tech Week: DIY CD Photo Frames, 4-6 pm at Wellington Branch library. Design a mosaic photo frame using recycled CDs. Drop - in. All materials supplied. FMI 250.758.5544 Teen Tech Week Appy Hour: Harbourfront Library staff share their favourite iOS and Android apps for teens 6 - 8 pm. Drop-in, free. FMI 250.753.1154 Live Theatre: VIU Theatre Dept. presents ‘Man of La Mancha’at Malaspina Theatre March 6 - 8 and 13 - 15 at 8 pm, Mar 9 at 2 pm, March 11 at 4 pm. Tix $12/adult, $10/student, senior. FMI/tix 250.740.6100 Live Music: the Classical Coffee Concert Series with Sarah Hagen (piano) continues. Guest Oto Carrillo (horn). This elegant event takes place in the lounge of the Port Theatre at 10:30 am. Refreshments served. FMI/tix 250.754.8550 Nanaimo Newcomers Club: for women new to the area. Monthly meeting at 7 pm, St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 4235 Departure Bay Road FMI www.nanaimonewcomersclub.org

12 Mar Wed

Bike Maintenance Workshop: for women and members of the LGBT community. Hub City Cycles 6:30 - 8 pm. Free (members) By donation (general) FMI 250.591.2159 Nanaimo Museum Speaker Series: subject is Cpt. G.H. Richards & The Vancouver Survey. 1pm. FMI nanaimomuseum.ca or 250-753-1821 Live Theatre: Nanaimo Theatre Group presents the stunning musical “Cabaret” evenings Feb 26 - March 1, March 5 - 8 and March 12 - 15, afternoons March 2 and 9. Bailey Studio. FMI/tix www. nanaimotheatregroup.com

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Theatre / Acting Spotlight Academy

Jacqui Kaese - 250.755.8975 spotlightacademy.com Acting | Film | Theatre | TV Classes for all ages – various locations.

Testimonial: “Jacqui is an amazing teacher and mentor. She is one of the most caring, supportive and professional people you will ever meet.”

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If you are a BOY and SING all the time... you belong in this Choir! The BCBC has two Choirs in Nanaimo under the direction of Patricia Plumley, ages 7-17. Monday Rehearsals at the Harbourfront Library.

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The mission of the Crimson Coast Dance Society is to develop and support contemporary dance creations, performances at all levels.

SPRING BREAK DROP-IN A C TI VI TI ES Monday, March 17 Friday, March 21 1:00pm - 4:00pm Admission by donation

nanaimomuseum.ca • 250.753.1821 program@nanaimomuseum.ca Teen Tech Week Pinhole Cameras: make your own retro film camera out of household materials! 4 - 6 pm Harbourfront Library.

Drop-in, free. FMI 250.753.1154 C Canucks vs Jets: 4:30 pm TSN

13 Mar Thu

Live Music: ‘Bone Thugs’ and ‘Harmony’ play the Queens. Doors 9 pm. Tix $25 at the Queens or by calling 250.754.6751 Live Entertainment: ‘Family Feud Live!’ promises big laughs for contestants and audience members! Based on the popular TV show. 19+ to register to play. Port Theatre at 6:30 pm. Tix $54. FMI 250.754.8550 Live Theatre: Ladysmith Little Theatre presents ‘The Last Weekend’ by Barb Wheeldon, March 6 - 23. FMI/tix www.ladysmiththeatre.com Live Theatre: VIU Theatre Dept. presents ‘Man of La Mancha’ at Malaspina Theatre March 6 - 8 and 13 - 15 at 8 pm, Mar 9 at 2 pm, March 11 at 4 pm. Tix $12/adult, $10/student, senior. FMI/tix 250.740.6100

80+and Going Strong

Never mind 60+ and going strong, our recently appointed inaugural poet laureate, Naomi Beth Wakan is not only going strong, but has committed herself to a three-year term during which she will be encouraging not just poetry, but the joy of reading and writing in the Nanaimo Regional District.

Naomi has written over 50 books (23 in the Vancouver Island Regional Library System) and, since she herself started writing professionally late in life, is a great encourager of the “late bloomer”.

Of the creative process, Naomi says, “As a human being, I rejoice at the wonder that words have come forth and attempts have been made to express feelings and deep emotions. It is not easy to expose yourself, and each small piece of writing does reveal something of the writer.” She is in awe of the creative act and even though she has written so many books of essays and poetry, Naomi is still speaking to her audiences about the mystery of getting words onto paper, and encouraging them to do so. When asked why, Naomi replied, “What is earth-shaking about the creative act is that something new is appearing, some linking of ideas, concepts, images that has never happened before, at least not to you. That is why I love to speak to as many people as possible in order to support them in their writing efforts, for writing can be such a lonely occupation.”

As part of her mandate as poet laureate, she will be offering workshops and readings at the Nanaimo Museum and at various libraries in the district.

Check the Nanaimo City website and the VIRL calendar for events where she will be appearing.

As she says, “Late middle age is not when you prepare to live in a gated-community, late middleage is when you open the gates of your creativity

It is not easy to expose yourself, and each small piece of writing does reveal something of the writer. and watch with joy (and maybe surprise) at what you are capable of producing.”

Article Submitted by Bob Kuhn Manager, Culture and Heritage, City of Nanaimo Bob.Kuhn@nanaimo.ca

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14 Mar Fri

Live Music: ‘The Fab Fourever’presents their ‘Western Canadian Tour 2014’, a musical production that re-creates the first North American Tour of the Beatles. Port Theatre at 7:30 pm. Tix $39.75. FMI/tix 250.754.8550 Bowl for Kids Sake: fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Vancouver Island, March 14 - 16 at Brechin Lanes.

FMI www.bigscvi.ca or 250.756.2447 Live Music: ‘Black Sheep’ plays the Spice Lounge. Doors 9 pm.

Tix $10 from the Queens or by calling 250.754.6751 Live Music: ‘Manglewood’ (Scott Brown from Trooper and Richard Nott) brings acoustic rock to the upstairs at ACMe Food Co 7 - 10 pm.

No cover, reservations recommended at 250.753.0042 Teen Tech Week DIY Tech Jewelry: up-cycle your old computer parts into cool tech accessories. Harbourfront Library 4 - 6 pm.

Drop - in, free. FMI 250.753.1154 Red Willow Coffee House: live music/spoken word. Open mic 7 pm, featured performer at 9 pm. $5/door, Hope Lutheran Church.

Everyone welcome. FMI Charlie 250.245.4659 Charity Hockey Game: 3rd Annual VIREB Charity Hockey Game, Nanaimo Ice Centre at 6:15 pm. Fans welcome, all proceeds to Nanaimo Hospice Society. FMI www.nanaimohospice.com Live Music: “DOC” at Harewood Arms Pub 9 pm - 1 am. No cover.

FMI 240.754.2566 Live Theatre: Ladysmith Little Theatre presents ‘The Last Weekend’ by Barb Wheeldon, March 6 - 23. Evening and matinee performances. FMI/tix www.ladysmiththeatre.com

Live Theatre: Yellowpoint Drama Group presents “Affectations of May” Mar 6, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21 and 22 at 8 pm with a 2 pm matinee Mar 22. Tix $17/adult, $12/child, $25/door. Tix at the door at Cedar Hall or call 250.245.7516 Live Theatre: VIU Theatre Dept. presents ‘Man of La Mancha’at Malaspina Theatre March 6 - 8 and 13 - 15 at 8 pm, Mar 9 at 2 pm, March 11 at 4 pm. Tix $12/adult, $10/student, senior. FMI/tix 250.740.6100 Twoonie Skate: sponsored by Ryan Vending. 1:45 - 3:45 pm, Nanaimo Ice Centre 2. FMI 250.756.5200 C Canucks vs Capitals: 4 pm RDS, SNET - P

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Live Music: ‘Wake Owl’ with ‘Lyon’ at the Queens. Early show doors 7 pm. Tix $12 + s/c in advance or $15/door. Tix at Lucid, The Dog’s Ear, the Queens or online at ticketzone.com. FMI 250.754.6751 Live Music: ‘Hair Nation’at Wellington Hotel Pub. No cover. FMI 250.758.5513 Live Theatre: Ladysmith Little Theatre presents ‘The Last Weekend’ by Barb Wheeldon, March 6 - 23. Evening and matinee performances. FMI/tix www.ladysmiththeatre.com Live Theatre: Yellowpoint Drama Group presents “Affectations of May” Mar 6, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21 and 22 at 8 pm with a 2 pm matinee Mar 22. Tix $17/adult, $12/child, $25/door. Tix at the door at Cedar Hall or call 250.245.7516 Bowl for Kids Sake: fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Vancouver Island, March 14 - 16 at Brechin Lanes.

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Live Theatre: VIU Theatre Dept. presents ‘Man of La Mancha’ at Malaspina Theatre March 6 - 8 and 13 - 15 at 8 pm, Mar 9 at 2 pm, March 11 at 4 pm. Tix $12/adult, $10/student, senior. FMI/tix 250.740.6100 Eldercollege Saturday Speaker Series: the rise of China as a world power will be examined over the course of four sessions, March 1, 8, 15 and 22. Each session 10:30 am - 12 noon at VIU building 250, rm 125. $10/door. FMI www.viu.ca/eldercollege/courses.asp Saturday Night Dance Society: 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month, 8 pm - 12:30 am at Branch #10 Legion, Nanaimo. Free coffee and snacks. Tix $12/door, $10/advance from Fascinating Rhythm, Brooks Landing Co-op, Dairy Queen on Nicol and the Legion Spring Break Scavenger Hunt: spring is in the air, and there are baby animals hidden all over the Wellington Branch library! Drop in anytime March 15 - 24 to see if you can find them all. You could win a prize! FMI 250.758.5544 St. Patrick’s Day Drop-in Craft: drop in to Harbourfront Library for a fun craft session! 1 - 4 pm, free. FMI 250.753.1154 Lego Club: use the Wellington Branch library Legos to create a masterpiece! Each month features a different theme. For children 5-12 years, 11 am - 12 noon. Space is limited, please register at 250.758.5544 Live Music for Children: Juno Award nominees ‘The Kerplunks’ come to the Port Theatre for a high-energy 2 pm show. This performance is part of TheatreOne’s ‘Just Kidding’ Series. Tix $18 + order fees. FMI/Tix 250.754.8550 Nanaimo Market: 10 am - 3 pm at Royal Canadian Legion Br # 256, Nanaimo. Admission free. FMI www.nanaimofairs.com

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Over 2300 Grade 4 Students and their teachers attended the Vancouver Island Symphony's new education show entitled MY Symphony with award winning Children's Entertainer Rick Scott on Feb 13 at The Port Theatre.

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45 member Grade 5 Choir presented by TD Bank, who performed the songs from his show.

Grade 4 Students from Ladysmith, Gabriola, Nanaimo, Courtenay, Comox and Campbell River attended the MY SYMPHONY show.

Schools in Nanaimo had a visit from a Symphony musician at their school before the performance as part of the Vancouver Island Symphony's Send a Symphony Musician to School Program. School Districts pay $1 per person plus bussing and the Symphony raises the additional funds needed for children to hear the Symphony. This is the first year of a three year partnership with School Districts on Vancouver Island.

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Liona Boyd Liona Boyd recently released a new album (her 23rd) called “The Return… to Canada with Love” which was inspired by Liona’s return to her homeland after spending the last twenty years living in the USA. Recently, I had the pleasure of interviewing Liona Boyd who will be performing at the Port Theatre March 9th, accompanied by singer/guitarist, Michael Savona. It was an honour that Ms. Boyd granted this interview exclusively for the Rideout Communications publication: Whats On Nanaimo. I grew up listening to and playing the classical guitar, so the opportunity to speak with such an icon of the genre was both enjoyable and humbling SR: Do you reflect on your movement from the more formal, classical guitar repertoire to popular guitar and voice? When did you discover yourself as a singer?

LB: Yes but it’s not that complicated and I still do include some classical pieces in my programs.

I’ve really always had one foot in popular music.

Even when it wasn’t considered by some the traditional path I have in the past enjoyed performing as the opening act for Gordon Lightfoot and Tracey Chapman. It’s funny, the Spanish virtuoso, one of my teachers, Andrés Segovia, once wrote out a quote “To the Liona of the guitar who with her beauty and talent

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will conquer the public, philharmonic or not” which I thought quite perceptive of him! So my love of popular music along with classical has always been a part of who I am. The singing is something I used to dream of doing and I’m thrilled now by how much people like my voice.

SR: You have such natural magnetism and grace.

You really have brought classical music out into the light in a way that may not have been necessarily achievable for others. What do you think about that?

LB: (*...laughing) Well I did hundreds of TV shows and music videos all over the world, wrote a best selling autobiography and I’m sure sitting partially clad atop a white horse on one of my earlier album covers certainly did help make me an ambassador in the genre, as it instantly went platinum! I also put out an album of movie themes which became very popular. I guess I’ve just never been shy about promoting the things I believe in and it truly is a blessing that my wonderful audiences have remained faithful no matter what new styles I introduce.

SR: There is a saying that "everyone comes home again." Did you find that returning to your roots the country where you are revered and have been honoured with several doctorates, medals and five Juno awards was the inspiration to make this recent album?

LB: Yes absolutely! The song “Canada My Canada was written, in part, because I was determined to write both about and for Canada. I worked very hard on this album with Peter Bond, my brilliant producer. The goal was to capture the spirit of Canada as vast and varied as it is. Some have described the album as “Enya meets Leonard Cohen” (laughs). There’s a song about Emily Carr and her link to Vancouver Island.

I wrote songs about returning to the shores of Lake Ontario, and paid homage to the Aurora Borealis, the Arctic and the Maritimes. There are also three autobiographical songs included.

SR: It really seems like you have an unbreakable connection with this country and it comes through in your music.

LB: Sometimes, through the course of my life I’ve felt as if I’m a bit of a “global orphan” the feeling that I’ve lived everywhere, yet belong nowhere. But truly I think there is a very basic link, a connection to Canada my home, that will never leave me. Yes, I feel fortunate in the sense that the world has always been my playground. I’m still very active, and in fact we’re planning dates in France and Korea.

SR: What was it like working with so many respected Canadian artists on this latest album?

LB: It really was very exciting and a lot of fun, but a lot of work and took two years to complete. This album sprung from my crazy vision that I wanted to do a “We Are The World” meets “Tears Are Not Enough” patriotic song for Canada. I connected with people who I thought would be the best to contribute to this project. The list of highlights is long, but one for sure was having the iconic members of the 1972 Summit Hockey Series come together to sing a chorus on “Canada My Canada.”

Even Ron McLean sings on this album as well as Serena Ryder, Dan Hill, Chris Hadfield, Randy Bachman and Olivia Newton-John. It’s a very unique and very Canadian album.

SR: What are your thoughts as to how to get younger kids into playing and learning music?

LB: One thing is to bring them to concerts. My mother took me to a concert which motivated me to take up the guitar at age 13. Kids will naturally gravitate to the instruments they are fond of. It’s important not to push it, but it is good to expose them to live music. Sadly classical music has been taken out of many schools, but it’s the parents who can make the biggest impact.

SR: Your concert in Nanaimo is at the Port Theatre March 9th at 7:30PM. I look forward to seeing you perform and will be sure to say hello!

LB: Yes thank you! I’ve often played up and down the island in the past and am very much looking forward to returning.

To learn more about Liona Boyd visit her Website, “like” her on Facebook & follow her on Twitter.

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Live Music: Nanaimo Chamber Orchestra presents ‘Soundscape for Spring’ at Brechin United Church, 7:30 - 9:30 pm. Tix $20/adult, $10/student, child 12 and under free. Tix at the door or by calling 250.754.8550

16 Mar Sun

Live Theatre: Ladysmith Little Theatre presents ‘The Last Weekend’ by Barb Wheeldon, March 6 - 23. Evening and matinee performances. FMI/tix www.ladysmiththeatre.com Bowl for Kids Sake: fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Vancouver Island, March 14 - 16 at Brechin Lanes.

FMI www.bigscvi.ca or 250.756.2447 Live Music: a folk concert by Saskia and Darrel, aka ‘The Great Plains’, at St. Andrew’s United Church at 3 pm. Tix $12/adult, $10/senior and $15 at the door. FMI/Tix www.thegreatplains.ca C Canucks vs Panthers: 12 pm SNET - P

17 Mar Mon

Spring Break Musical Theatre Camp: presented by the Nanaimo Conservatory of Music, daily instruction March 17 - 21 for kids 6 - 14 culminates in a performance Friday afternoon.

FMI Kathleen Darby 250.754.4611 BMO Spring Break Art Camp 2014: for ages 8 - 11, March 17 - 21, 9 am - 12 noon each day. Nanaimo Art Gallery - downtown location. $120 plus tax, all art supplies included. FMI/registration 250.756.5200 Spring Break Theatre Camp for Talent-ed Teens: offered by Schmooze Productions, camp runs daily March 17 - 21 from 10 am 1 pm at Nanaimo Centre Stage. For teens 13 - 19 only. $200.

FMI/registration 250.739-0721 Science World on the Road: Woodgrove Centre March 17 - 20 in centre court near the water clock fountain. Live shows at 11 am and 3 pm daily, ‘Science on the Spot’ activities from 12 - 2 pm. Great for all ages, free. FMI www.woodgrovecentre.com or call 250.390.2721 Harbour City Newcomers Club Meeting: for everyone (male, female, singles, couples) new to Nanaimo. Social activities, friendship and support. Third Monday in every month, 7pm at Oliver Woods Community Centre. FMI www.harbourcitynewcomers.ca Spring Break Camps: Parks, Rec and Culture offers day-long and/or week-long camps for kids March 17 - 21 offering art, games, a range of sports, dance, clay, claymation and more! Variety of locations including Oliver Woods, Bowen Pottery Studio and Beban Social Centre. FMI/register 250.756.5200 Spring Break at the Museum: a family-friendly week of drop-in activities March 17 - 21 from 1 - 4 pm for kids 5 - 12 years of age.

Admission by donation. Today’s theme: time travel.

FMI 250.753.1821 Nanaimo Family History Society Meeting: monthly meeting 7 pm at Beban Park Social Centre rms. 7 & 8. All are welcome!

FMI 250.751.8731 C Canucks vs Lightning: 4:30 pm RDS2, SNET - P

18 Mar Tue

Glow in the Dark Skate: dimmed lighting and special effects!

Frank Crane Arena 6:30 - 8 pm. FMI 250.756.5200 Science World on the Road: Woodgrove Centre March 17 - 20 in centre court near the water clock fountain. Live shows at 11 am and 3 pm daily, ‘Science on the Spot’ activities from 12 - 2 pm. Great for all ages, free. FMI www.woodgrovecentre.com or call 250.390.2721 Spring Break Family Gaming Night: Harbourfront Library 4 - 7 pm. All the best board games plus Xbox Kinect and Wii. Drop-in, free.

FMI 250.753.1154 Live Music: ‘Alex Wickett, Thomas Morris, Retrospecs’ at the Dinghy Dock Pub, 7 pm. Tix $20 (includes show and return ferry). Tix at the Pub or online at ticketzone.com Spring Break at the Museum: a family-friendly week of drop-in activities March 17 - 21 from 1 - 4 pm for kids 5 - 12 years of age.

Admission by donation. Today’s theme: coal miner. FMI 250.753.1821

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March 7 300: Rise of an Empire, Mr. Peabody & Sherman, Grand Piano March 14 Need For Speed, Me and My Shadow, , Need for Speed, Veronica Mars, Tyler Perrys Simple Moms Club March 21 Divergent, Muppets Most Wanted, Bad Words, Rob the Mob, Stretch March 28 Noah, Haunted House 2 Sabotage

video March 7 The Hunger Games: Catching Fire March 11 Inside Llewyn Davis, Out of the Furnace, The Book Thief March 18 American Hustle, Frozen, Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom, Saving Mr. Banks, The Wolf of Wall Street March 25 Delivery Man, The Past

March 4 South Park: Stick of Truth March 11 Atelier Escha & Logy Dark Souls II, Titanfall March 14 Yoshi’s New Island March 18 Final Fantasy X, Metal Gear Solid V, Yaiba March 20 Pokémon Battle Trozei, Infamous: Second Son March 25 BioShock Infinite, Blazblue, Diablo III, Dynasty Warriors 8, Titanfall

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The grocer walked over and, trying to be friendly, asked the boy if he had a lot of laundry to do.

“Oh, no laundry,” the boy said. “I’m going to wash my dog.”

“But you shouldn’t use this to wash your dog. It’s very powerful and if you wash your dog in this, he’ll get sick. In fact, it might even kill him.”

But the boy was not stopped by this and carried the detergent to the counter and paid for it, even as the grocer still tried to talk him out of washing his dog.

About a week later the boy was back in the store shopping. The grocer asked the boy how his dog was doing.

“Oh, he died,” the boy said.

The grocer said, “I tried to tell you not to use that detergent on your dog.”

“Well,” the boy replied, “I don’t think it was the detergent that killed him.”

“Oh I’m sorry. How did he die?”

“I think it was the spin cycle.”

Scrapbook Adventure: 2:30 - 3:30 pm at Wellington Branch library. Create a scrapbook page to take home. Bring copies of two/ three favourite photos. All other supplies provided. For ages 6-12.

FMI/register 250.758.5544 Nanaimo Harbour City Seniors Open House: find out about all their programs! Bowen Complex, 500 Bowen Road, 1:30 - 3:30 pm.

Music, games, site tours, door prizes. FMI 250.755.7501 Spring Break Camps: Parks, Rec and Culture offers day-long and/or week-long camps for kids March 17 - 21 offering art, games, a range of sports, dance, clay, claymation and more! Variety of locations including Oliver Woods, Bowen Pottery Studio and Beban Social Centre. FMI/register 250.756.5200

19 Mar Wed

Spring Break at the Museum: a family-friendly week of drop-in activities March 17 - 21 from 1 - 4 pm for kids 5 - 12 years of age.

Admission by donation. Today’s theme: dinosaurs.

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Science World on the Road: Woodgrove Centre March 17 - 20 in centre court near the water clock fountain. Live shows at 11 am and 3 pm daily, ‘Science on the Spot’ activities from 12 - 2 pm. Great for all ages, free. FMI www.woodgrovecentre.com or call 250.390.2721 Live Music: ‘Mounties’ featuring Hawksley Workman, Steve Bays and Ryan Dahle at the Queens. Early show, doors 7 pm. Tix $17.50 + s/c in advance or $20/door. Tix at Lucid, The Dog’s Ear, the Queens and online at ticketzone.com Spring Break DIY Craft Hour: too old for storytime? Enjoy a craft session instead! 11 am at Harbourfront Library. Free, drop-in. FMI 250.753.1154 Spring Break Family Storytime: for families with kids 0 - 6 years.

Harbourfront Library 11 am. Drop-in, free. FMI 250.753.1154 Science on the March: a hands on event for the whole family!

One day only, Country Club Centre. FMI 250.758.1102 Muppet Mania: at Wellington Branch library 10:30 - 11:30 am. Crafts, games, and more! For children 6-12. FMI/register at 250.758.5544 Spring Break Camps: Parks, Rec and Culture offers day-long and/or weeklong camps for kids March 17 - 21 offering art, games, a range of sports, dance, clay, claymation and more! Variety of locations including Oliver Woods, Bowen Pottery Studio and Beban Social Centre. FMI/register 250.756.5200 C Predators vs Canucks: 7 pm SNET - P

20 Mar Thu

Live Theatre: Ladysmith Little Theatre presents ‘The Last Weekend’ by Barb Wheeldon, March 6 - 23. Evening and matinee performances. FMI/tix www.ladysmiththeatre.com Science World on the Road: Woodgrove Centre March 17 - 20 in centre court near the water clock fountain. Live shows at 11 am and 3 pm daily, ‘Science on the Spot’ activities from 12 - 2 pm. Great for all ages, free. FMI www.woodgrovecentre.com or call 250.390.2721 Spring Break at the Museum: a family-friendly week of drop-in activities March 17 - 21 from 1 - 4 pm for kids 5 - 12 years of age.

Admission by donation. Today’s theme: sports history. FMI 250.753.1821 Spring Break Puppet Show: 10:15 - 11:15 am at Wellington Branch library. Puppet show, stories, craft and more! Fun for the whole family. Space is limited please register at 250.758.5544 Spring Break Camps: Parks, Rec and Culture offers day-long and/or week-long camps for kids March 17 - 21. FMI/register 250.756.5200

Live Music: ‘Donal Patrick’ at Wellington Hotel Pub. No cover.

FMI 250.758.5513 Live Theatre: “Jeeves in Bloom” at Chemainus Theatre Festival Mar 21 - Apr 26. FMI/tix www.chemainustheatrefestival.ca Live Theatre: Ladysmith Little Theatre presents ‘The Last Weekend’ by Barb Wheeldon, March 6 - 23. Evening and matinee performances. FMI/tix www.ladysmiththeatre.com Live Theatre: Yellowpoint Drama Group presents “Affectations of May” Mar 6, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21 and 22 at 8 pm with a 2 pm matinee Mar 22. Tix $17/adult, $12/child, $25/door. Tix at the door at Cedar Hall or call 250.245.7516 Live Music: ‘Dave Hart’ at Extraordinary Organics, 6-9 pm.‘Going To California Show’. No cover. Reservations 250.591.6078 Eldercollege Saturday Speaker Series: final session in the series examining the rise of China as a world power. 10:30 am - 12 noon at VIU building 250, rm 125. $10/door. FMI www.viu.ca/eldercollege/courses.asp Water Safety Survival Day: fun for the whole family! 2 - 5 pm at Nanaimo Aquatic Centre. FMI 250.756.5200

23 Mar Sun

Live Theatre: “Jeeves in Bloom” at Chemainus Theatre Festival Mar 21 - Apr 26. FMI/tix www.chemainustheatrefestival.ca Live Theatre: Ladysmith Little Theatre presents ‘The Last Weekend’ by Barb Wheeldon. Final performance. FMI/tix www.ladysmiththeatre.com Live Music: ‘Elvis, Elvis, Elvis: An American Trilogy’ comes to the Port Theatre at 7 pm. Tix $39.75. FMI/tix 250.754.8550

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Live Theatre: “Jeeves in Bloom” at Chemainus Theatre Festival Mar 21 - Apr 26. Matinee and evening shows available. FMI/tix www. chemainustheatrefestival.ca Live Theatre: Yellowpoint Drama Group presents “Affectations of May” Mar 6, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21 and 22 at 8 pm with a 2 pm matinee Mar 22. Tix $17/ adult, $12/child, $25/door. Tix at the door at Cedar Hall or call 250.245.7516 Live Theatre: Ladysmith Little Theatre presents ‘The Last Weekend’ by Barb Wheeldon, March 6 - 23. Evening and matinee performances. FMI/tix www.ladysmiththeatre.com Spring Break at the Museum: a family-friendly week of drop-in activities March 17 - 21 from 1 - 4 pm for kids 5 - 12 years of age.

Admission by donation. Today’s theme: shipwrecked. FMI 250.753.1821 Spring Break Puppet Show & Craft: theme: The Stinky Cheese Man. Harbourfront Library 2 pm. Free, drop-in. FMI 250.753.1154 Live Music: ‘Andre Kaufmann & Butts Girard’ bring classic jazz with a hint of the blues to the upstairs at ACMe Food Co 7 - 10 pm. No cover, reservations recommended at 250.753.0042 Live Music: “Doctors of Rock & Roll” at Harewood Arms Pub 9 pm - 1 am. No cover. FMI 240.754.2566 Spring Break Camps: Parks, Rec and Culture offers day-long and/or weeklong camps for kids March 17 - 21. Variety of locations including Oliver Woods, Bowen Pottery Studio and Beban Social Centre. FMI/register 250.756.5200

22 Mar Sat

Live Music: the Vancouver Island Symphony proudly presents ‘St. Petersburg - Courage’ with guest artists Michael Kim (piano) and Stevan Paranosic (trumpet). Port Theatre 7:30 pm. FMI/tix 250.754.8550

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Family Rock Climbing: all equipment included, no experience necessary!

Romper Room Climbing Gym 4 - 6 pm. $15/1 FMI 250.756.5200 C Sabres vs Canucks: 5 pm SNET - P

24 Mar Mon

Live Music: 4 different acoustic acts each week at the Queens.

8 pm - 12 midnight. FMI 250.754.6751

25 Mar Tue

Spoken Word Event: ‘Wordstorm’ at Demeter’s Coffee Vault starts at 7 pm with an open mic followed by several feature performers.

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26 Mar Wed

Live Theatre: “Jeeves in Bloom” at Chemainus Theatre Festival Mar 21 - Apr 26. FMI/tix www.chemainustheatrefestival.ca Live Music: ‘Snowbird: A Tribute to Anne Murray’ performed by fellow Nova Scotian Laura Gillespie and her band Topaz. Port Theatre 7 pm. Tix $45. FMI/tix 250.754.8550 C Canucks vs Wild: 4:30 pm SNET - P

27 Mar Thu

Live Theatre: “Jeeves in Bloom” at Chemainus Theatre Festival Mar 21 - Apr 26. FMI/tix www.chemainustheatrefestival.ca Live Theatre: TheatreOne is proud to present a preview of The Wonderheads’ ‘Grim and Fischer’, a deathly comedy in full-face mask. Malaspina Theatre at VIU, 7:30 PM. Tix $18.

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28 Mar Fri

Live Theatre: “Jeeves in Bloom” at Chemainus Theatre Festival Mar 21 - Apr 26. FMI/tix www.chemainustheatrefestival.ca Live Music: ‘Black Flamango’ at Harewood Arms Pub 9 pm - 1 am.

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Live Music: ‘The Erika Phillips Trio’ play jazz standards interspersed with original Latin and funk, upstairs at ACMe Food Co 7 - 10 pm.

No cover, reservations recommended at 250.753.0042 Live Theatre: TheatreOne is proud to present The Wonderheads’‘Grim and Fischer’, a deathly comedy in full-face mask. Malaspina Theatre at VIU, 7:30 PM. Tix $22. TIX/fmi www.theatreone.org or 250.754.8550 Free Public Lecture: a VIU student and faculty panel discuss “Fascinating Technologies: Future Directions in the Arts and Humanities” at Malaspina Theatre 10 - 11:30 am followed by discussion/refreshments. FMI Dr. Tim Lewis 250.753.3245 local 2114

29 Mar Sat

Live Theatre: “Jeeves in Bloom” at Chemainus Theatre Festival Mar 21 - Apr 26. FMI/tix www.chemainustheatrefestival.ca Live Theatre: TheatreOne is proud to present The Wonderheads’‘Grim and Fischer’, a deathly comedy in full-face mask. Malaspina Theatre at VIU, 7:30 PM. Tix $22. TIX/fmi www.theatreone.org or 250.754.8550 Live Music: ‘Vinyl Edge’ at Wellington Hotel Pub. No cover.

FMI 250.758.5513 Day of Drum Weekend: presented by Harbour City Music, this year’s Day of Drum is combined with the 1st Annual Vancouver Island Drum Show & Shine. March 29 - 30 at Nanaimo Centre Stage. FMI/tix 250.591.1177 ArtRageous Saturdays: learn ‘The Art of Origami’. For kids 5 - 11, Nanaimo Art Gallery - downtown from 10:30 am - 12 noon. $10/ child, $15/two siblings. FMI/register 250.754.1750 Beer & Burger Fundraiser: for ‘HCFCU’, 6 - 9 pm at Harewood Arms Pub. FMI 250.754.2566 C Ducks vs Canucks: 7 pm CBC

30 Mar Sun

Live Theatre: “Jeeves in Bloom” at Chemainus Theatre Festival Mar 21 - Apr 26. FMI/tix www.chemainustheatrefestival.ca Popsicle Bridge Building Competition: hosted by The Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of BC at Country Club Centre.

Your mission: build a bridge that carries the heaviest load! Popsicle Kits available at Lotto Booth for $2. FMI 250.758.1102

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Nanaimo Reads Whats On Wheels Last months article on texting and driving generated a very strong response. So thank you Nanaimo and thank you for reading Whats On. The emails and phone calls I received, and am still receiving, echoed my sentiment that texting when behind the wheel is a serious and pervasive problem. It seems we all agree that it’s truly unbelievable how people continue to attempt to drive while clearly focusing on the Smartphone in their lap. Yes, we all know very well what you are doing when you’re behind the wheel, trying to drive, while staring at your lap. It’s amazing but you are actually not invisible when you are behind he wheel of your car! I know right? I would seriously welcome hearing from anyone who could make app that would temporarily disable the texting feature of the Smartphone.

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If you have been reading Whats On Digest Nanaimo you may have noticed that as part of regular articles such as Whats On Wheels, I try to write about relevant driving or automobile topics.

This may include when to change your tires, or the value of having a local mechanic. Last month was, of course, a bit of a rant about the perils of texting and driving. One thing I have decided to do is to open up the column of Whats On Wheels to you! Tell me your favorite drive in Nanaimo, tell me your favorite local auto repair shop or tire store. Rant if you have to! If it’s related to driving and it’s about Nanaimo or greater Nanaimo region I’d love to hear your stories. In fact it doesn’t even need to be about driving. If it has ‘wheels’ it could be the story du jour in Whats On Wheels!

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Chronic Recurring Back Pain: Is there any hope?

I would like to share with you the most common story I hear in my office. The story goes something like this…

“I am sick and tired of my low back pain! Two years ago I bent over to pick up the newspaper and my back went out. It lasted two days until I saw a massage therapist. Six months later I was washing my car and it happened again.

This time I dropped to the ground in pain. A physiotherapist used some laser therapy with exercises and my pain was gone in two weeks.

But two months later I was putting on my socks and it happened again. This time the pain radiated down my leg and I missed a week of work. My doctor suggested I see a chiropractor who adjusted me and gave me some exercises.

My back has been great until I stepped out of my car yesterday. I have been in agony since.”

This story may sound familiar because low back pain afflicts 60% of Canadians. That is more than half of us! But does that make it normal?

So if you are interested in exploring the reasons behind your chronic pain we are offering What’s On readers a complimentary consultation during March. Simply call our office and mention this ad. I hope to hear from you soon. Your health is worth it!

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If you think it is, you are best to continue your search for various treatments each time your ‘normal’ low back returns.

But we don’t agree. The reason we are referred such a large number of chronic cases is because we think differently. We see your low back pain as a symptom of ill health. So instead of offering more laser, massage, or chiropractic adjustments we look at your lifestyle. Perhaps 60% of us suffer from back pain because 60% of us sit at a desk for 8 hours, are 15-20 pounds overweight, or ingest toxins such as bread, coffee, cereal and the like.

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Withers Taekwon-Do Academy 3-2330 McCullough 250.668.0116 World Tae Kwon Do Kumdo & Hapkido Wellington Rd. - 250.760.0119 MINOR HOCKEY The Nanaimo Clippers Junior A - 250.754.5010 Bucaneers Junior B - 250.616.1404 buccaneers@shaw.ca MUSEUM Nanaimo Military Museum FMI Brian McFadden 250.753.3814 MUSIC Arbutus Music Lessons 6324 Metral FMI - 250.933.1900 lessons@arbutusmusic.com Private Music Lessons Natural Growth, Piano, Brass, Woodwinds, Guitar & Bass.

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Taxman’s Knocking On Your Door?

Struggling to keep up with your personal income tax or your GST remittances?

You’ll be relieved, and probably surprised, that there are options for dealing with debt to Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).

As creditors go, CRA is unique. In order to receive credit from most institutions you are required to fill out an application and are then approved. With CRA credit is not obtained through an application process, it is obtained merely through the default.

CRA is known to be quite ruthless. They can collect the outstanding taxes by withholding your tax refunds and GST Credits, garnish your wages, take funds from your bank account and/or place a lien on any real property you own until your debt is paid in full. Unlike other creditors, they do not have to go through the Courts to do this and, therefore, can act very quickly.

There are four options for dealing with CRA: 1. Pay your taxes in full, 2. Negotiate payment terms, 3. File a Consumer Proposal, or 4. File for bankruptcy.

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Host families are integral to the success of your Nanaimo Clippers. When new players arrive in Nanaimo they need to be placed with a local family.

Host Families provide a warm and caring environment that can serve as a home away from home. The host family provides a private bedroom, nutritious meals, caring environment, and guidance. Lifelong friendships are formed as players become part of the family. If you are interested in becoming a Nanaimo Clippers Host Family please contact, Jen Kennedy, at the Nanaimo Clippers office today.

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Article by Jen Kennedy

The Nanaimo Clippers are pleased to announce that all children in your family under the age of 12 will receive free seasons tickets with a minimum of one adult or senior ticket purchased for the 20142015 season. During our recent kids free admission promotion we recognized a large increase in families attending our games. The energy in Frank Crane arena is absolutely electric and our players have noticed!

Players come from all over North America to play for our team. They make the difficult choice to leave their families, and join ours to represent this great city as members of the Nanaimo Clippers and the BCHL. We want to give the players that choose our community the best atmosphere possible for them accomplish their hockey goals. There is no substitute for a building full of fans and with free tickets for the kids there’s no reason not to be there cheering on your Clippers and being part of the excitement. In addition to the 2014-2015 Kids Free Season ticket promotion we will also be offering youth (13-18) early bird season tickets for only $99. This age group very much mirrors that of our players. As such it is so important to our players, and to us, that

this very important age group have the opportunity to attend every game. The Nanaimo Clippers strive to be the number one place in Nanaimo for family entertainment.

Our ownership group is making this bold move, offering this incredible promotion for Nanaimo families. We are very excited for our young Clippers fans and our community. Making our games accessible to children at no charge, confirms we are not only the most exciting game in town but we are also the most affordable. You can purchase your 2014-2015 Season Tickets including any free tickets for your kids 12 and under until April 30th at Beban House, 2290 Bowen Rd. Nanaimo, Wednesday through Friday between 11 am and 5 pm.

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FMI www.nanaimomuseum.ca Also at the Museum: family-friendly events each afternoon during spring break March 17 - 21, and drawings and sketchings of Nanaimo by local artist Wilf Hatch in the community gallery for the month of March.

FMI www.nanaimomuseum.ca Nanaimo Art Galleries: “Takao Tanabe: Chronicles of Form and Place”, a major retrospective of drawings, prints and watercolours by this famed BC artist, takes place at the Campus Gallery until April 11. Free, all welcome.

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Every Monday

Acoustic Night: 4 different acoustic acts each week at the Queens. 8 pm - 12 midnight. FMI 250.754.6751 Youth Drop-in: a supervised hang-out space for youth 12 - 17 years: gym activities etc. Free but registration required. 7 - 9 pm at Nanaimo District Secondary School. FMI 250.756.5200

Every Tuesday

Live Music: an evening of acoustic blues with Doug Thring and friends at Landlubber Pub. 8 pm, no cover.

FMI 250.758.9400 Mini Franco Fun: 10 - 11:30 am at Ecole Oceane, for children 0 - 5 years, with parent(s). Exposure to French language in fun-filled, playful environment. FMI 250.729.2776 Ladies Nite: “Throwback Tuesdays” with the Femme Fatales at the Queens, 9:30 pm. No cover. FMI 250.754.6751 Technology Tuesdays: free eBook/ computer help at Harbourfront Library 3:30 - 5 pm. Drop-in Kids’ Drop-In & Play Group: 10 - 11 am Woodgrove Centre near the food court.

Free. FMI www.woodgrovecentre.com Youth Drop-in: a supervised hang-out space for youth 12 - 17 years: gym activities etc. Free but registration required. 7 - 9 pm at Oliver Woods Community Centre. FMI 250.756.5200

Every Wednesday

Sequence Dancing: Royal Canadian Legion, Br. 256 (E Wellington & Bowen) 2 - 4PM Free instruction for beginners. Good exercise for mind and body. FMI Dave or Norma Stevenson 250.751.8669

Uplands Lunch Bunch Toastmasters: 12 noon - 1 pm Investors Group Board room. Everyone Welcome Tango Dance Lessons: Fibber Magees FMI 250.591.0650 Tiny Tots Playgroup: free weekly drop-in for little ones and their caregivers at Country Club Centre, 10 - 11 am. Crafts, stories, songs and more!

FMI www.countryclubcentre.com Karaoke at The Queens: starts at 9 pm Free 250.754.6751 Babytime: Harbourfront Library 11:15 am. Free, drop-in. FMI 250.753.1154 Toddlertime: Harbourfront Library 10:30 am (excepting March 19).

Free, drop-in. FMI 250.753.1154 Drop-in Computer/eBook Help: Wellington Branch Library 3 - 5 pm FMI 250.758.5544 Youth Drop-in: a supervised hang-out space for youth 12 - 17 years: gym activities etc. Free but registration required. 7 - 9 pm at John Barsby Community School.

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Every Thursday

Salsa Night: at the Spice Lounge 8:30 - 11:30 pm. Free salsa lessons start at 8:45 pm. Cover $5. FMI 250.754.6751 Technology Thursdays: free eBook/ computer help at Harbourfront Library 6:30 - 7:30 pm. Drop-in Seniors’ Computer Literacy Classes: Thursdays till March 6, 12:30 - 2:30 pm at Wellington Branch Library. Register with Christina 250.758.5547 at the Nanaimo Disability Resource Centre Preschool Storytime: 10:30 - 11:15 am at Harbourfront Library. Free, drop-in. FMI 250.753.1154 Babytime: Harbourfront Library 11:30 am. Free, drop-in. FMI 250.753.1154 Open Mic Night: spoken word/ music at Serious Coffee on Commercial (downtown) 6:30 9 pm. Songwriters draw for studio time. FMI Guy at 250.618.2924 Live Music: acoustic music every Thursday at the Longwood Brew Pub. Free concert series featuring local and touring musicians.

Showtime 8 pm. FMI 250.729.8225 Nanaimo Scottish Country Dancers: 7:30 pm at Pleasant Valley Hall (Doumont Rd at Metral Dr). A fun-filled evening of music, dance and making new friends. FMI Hazel 250-758-6224 or www.nanaimoscd.com Spanish Conversation Club: Harbourfront Library 6:30 - 7:30 pm. Casual, friendly environment.

FMI ref@virl.bc.ca Life Drawing Workshop: ongoing life drawing sessions offered by VIU Art & Design Club 6 - 9 pm in VIU Bld. 325 RM 213. Drop-in $5 FMI 250.753.3245 Ext. 2213 Live Music: Marty Steele plays soft rock and smooth jazz piano music at Extraordinary Organics. No cover. FMI 250.591.6078

Activity Night for Kids: Kidz Kompany Childcare Group has a free weekly rec program Thursdays 6 - 7:15 pm at Pleasant Valley School gym for kids Gr 2 - 7. FMI 250.729.4142 or Melissa@kidzkompany.ca

Every Friday

Teen Tabletop Gaming: Harbourfront Library 4:30 - 7:30 pm.

Drop-in, free Drop-in eBook Help: Wellington Branch library 10 - 11 am FMI 250.758.5544 Live Music: “Darragh Fitzgerald” at Fibber Magees FMI 250.591.0650 Live Music: at Harewood Arms Pub. FMI 250.754.2566 Live Music: local musicians at ACMe Food Co 7 - 10 pm No cover FMI www.acmefoodco.ca Walk & Talk: join certified health coaches for a one hour walk & talk each Friday 9 - 10 am. Free. Starts at Country Club Centre. FMI Carmen 250.714.8754

Every Saturday

Live Music: The Queen’s 250.754.6751 Live Music: a different dance band every week at the Wellington Hotel.

Free FMI 250.758-5513 Moksha Yoga Karma Class: drop-in to Moksha Yoga - Rutherford Studio and practice for a donation to support local or international charities, 7 pm. Sign up online at www.mokshayogananaimo.com.

FMI 250.756.4647 Karaoke: Harewood Arms Pub 9 pm - 1 am. FMI 250.754.2566 Board Games Afternoon: drop

by Harbourfront Branch Library 1 - 4 pm with friends/family and enjoy an afternoon of Scrabble, Monopoly, Quelf, the Settlers of Catan and more! FMI 250.753.1154 ext. 238

Every Sunday

Live Music: “Darragh Fitzgerald” at Fibber Magees FMI 250.591.0650 Birding Walk: hosted by The Backyard WildBird and Nature Store. No charge. 9 am. FMI 250.390.3669 Live Music: “Blues Jam” in the Harbourside Lounge at the Howard Johnson Harbourside Motel, Nanaimo from 4 - 8 pm. $5/door, performing musicians free. FMI bluecadillacband@gmail.com Live Music: ‘Blues Jam’ every Sunday at the Queens 4 - 8 pm. $5 cover, jammers free. For weekly listing of host bands call the Queens at 250.754.6751 Nanaimo Boat Modellers: meets 9 am north dock at Inn at Long Lake to operate radio controlled model boats. FMI 250.751.8645 Lion’s Club Free Skate: Frank Crane Arena 12 - 1:30 pm. Admission and rentals are free! FMI 250.756.5200

Your Computer Guy

Article by Steve Duckett

Welcome and thank you for reading my first column for Whats On Digest Nanaimo.

You may have heard, or perhaps you didn’t but fact remains, on April 8, 2014 Microsoft is shutting down support for the XP operating system. As of this date technical assistance for Windows XP will no longer be available. This includes all automatic updates used to help protect your PC. Microsoft will also stop providing Microsoft Security Essentials for XP on this date. If you continue to use XP after support ends, your computer will still work but it may become more vulnerable to security risks and viruses.

Also, as more software and hardware manufacturers continue to optimize for supported versions of Windows, you can expect to encounter greater numbers of apps and devices that won’t work with your old Windows XP. What to do? Simple: update your computer to the Windows 7 operating system (OS).

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SimonSays March is all about Women.

It’s important to recognize all the wonderful women in our lives from our grandmothers, mothers and wives to our sisters, nieces and friends. On a day to day level I say we all need to think in terms of how we want the women in our lives to be treated in society. Each person can make the choice to treat the women in their lives in a way that respects the very important and equal role women do, and should, have in our lives and in the world. Gender is one of those human condition elements that defines us like nothing else. No doubt it is often very difficult for many women and girls to rise above gender stereotypes. This is particularly true, in our society, when aggressive sexualization of gender roles is so pervasive in popular media. Very often these mes-

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Similarly, these messages target young men but as I said, March is all about women! In other parts of the world (and of course here too) girls and women are subjected to abuse, and kept from obtaining education and economic freedom. Why these things happen is hard to say. There is an economic component but generally, and arguably, it’s to do with power of one over another. As Canadians we all have it within ourselves to set a better standard and show other societies (and ourselves) that there is a better way.

I think, as shown by many Canadian women from Olympic athletes to authors to classical guitarists, we are proving, through education and institutions founded on principles of fairness and equality, that as a progressive society, and as an evolving species, we can overcome the temptation to let out-dated gender roles define our destiny. Hope to see you at the Nanaimo Westcoast Women’s Show March 1 & 2 2014 Beban Park Auditorium.

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