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Whats On Digest Calendar Events SUBMIT YOUR EVENTS online FREE at WhatsOnDigest.com Aug 30, Sat~ Labour Day Weekend 5th Annual Car Show: 9am Show N Shine Car Show!!

9-2pm at Tyee Chev lot nicruisers.ca Copey Cup: 10am, Rainbows End Golf Course, 2 day Tournament Aug 30 & 31st, $80, janrainbow@gmail. com, 250 282-3222 Quadra Island Farmers Market & Bazaar: 10am, Quadra Island Credit Union, 10-2pm People say this is the best market around! the friendliest people and the freshest produce! nestled in behind the Quadra Island Credit Union., quadramarket@gmail.com, 250 287-1871 Quadrapalooza: 12pm, , Times to be confirmed. This annual weekend long family event takes place at the Quadra Island Community Centre and showcases a huge selection of diverse Canadian artists.This year

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you can be sure to expect all the live music, painting, characters, puppets, juggling, dancing, crafts, clothes, vendors, food, refreshments and games one could ever hope for on an island in the spectacular setting of the Discovery Islands., , www.quadrapalooza.com Canadian American Demolition Derby: 5:30pm, Saratoga Speedway, Island Mini Stocks, Hornet Cars, Road Runners, Figure 8’s. Racing starts at 7pm, saratogaracing.ca, 250 923-2982 Diamond in the Rough - Neil Diamond Tribute: 8pm, Campbell River Legion Club, Experience Joey Purpura and his stunning vocal reproduction of Neil Diamond $25 www.solitaryman.ca joeypurpura@rogers.com 250286-6831

Aug 31, Sun~ Show N Shine: Shoppers Row & Tyee Plaza, 8-2pm Shoppers Row and Tyee Plaza then we will be Cruizin the Dub at 5pm nicruisers.ca Historic Boat Cruise - Desolation Sound / Refuge Cove: 9am, CR Museum, Historic boat tours take you through the Discovery Islands with an experienced guide keeping you interested with inspiring stories of local history. Register at the museum crmuseum.ca 250

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287 3103 Pier Street Farmers Market: Sunday Market at the Fishing Pier 10-2:30pm, pierstreet.com Quadrapalooza: See Aug 30th Live Jazz & Blues: every Sunday from 1-4pm at the Royal Coachman Pub 250 286-0231 Canadian American Demolition Derby: 5:30pm, Saratoga Speedway, Island Mini Stocks, Hornet Cars, Road Runners, Figure 8’s. Racing starts at 7pm, saratogaracing.ca, 250 923-2982

CR Paddlers: Sea Kayaking Club 6-8pm evening paddles along the Campbell River shoreline. www. crpaddlers.com., 250.203.9953 Sing 4 Pure Joy: The Lions Den (across from Thrifty’s).

6:30 - 8:00. $10 drop-in or pay by the term. Sliding scale by request., singforpurejoy@gmail.com, 778-348-0477

Sep 4, Thu~ Genealogy Meeting: 7:00pm, Maritime Heritage Centre, Lost families found. Everyone welcome to attend. Library is open before the meeting. wilkin1@ telus.net, 250 203-0585 Youth Group: 7:00pm, Baptist Church, Grades 6-12 come out for a great time with other young people., , crbaptist.bc.ca, 250 287-8831

Sep 1, Mon~ Beginner Horse Riding Camp: 9am, Balance Equestrian Centre, We will be running this camp in the event of a teacher’s strike so please keep posted to the website for any changes to scheduling., susan_ gosnell@hotmail.com, 250 203-6042 Youth Jam Night: 6:30pm, Serios Coffee, Come out and jam with our talented group of young people. seriouscoffee.com, 250 923-1312

Sep 5, Fri~ BC Lions at Ottowa: 4:30pm, , Roar You Lions roar!!

Taoist Tai Chi Arts: 6:00pm, Sportsplex, Beginning classes in Taoist Tai Chi: www.taoist.org/parksville, 250-240-3387 Open Mic Night: Serious Coffee, Come down for some great entertainment from 7-10pm and a great cup of coffee too. seriouscoffee.com, 250 923-1312 Live Music in the Tyee Pub: Live music every friday night in the Tyee pub at Painter’s Lodge beginning at 8pm featuring upbeat country, blues, celtic and classic rock., 1 800 663-7090

Sep 2, Tue~ Run Club: 9:30am, Meet at Shorerunners for this running group., shorerunners.com, 250 286-1364 Jazz at the Point: 6:30pm, April Point Resort, live jazz music featuring the James McRae Trio in the restaurant. Free water shuttle from Painters Lodge is available. 1 800 663-7090

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Counting bottles can be beneficial and very lucrative for only few hours’ effort.

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Sep 6, Sat~ Golf. Because You Care.: 9:00am, The Campbell River Hospital Foundation is pleased to announce this year’s Golf Tournament will be taking place at Storey Creek Golf Course. Registration includes a continental breakfast, 18 holes of golf, Golf carts to the first 100 golfers and a lunch! Patti.Mertz@viha.ca, 250.850.2418 Bike Safety Day : 12pm, Join RCMP rider Kyle Ushock as he along with other members of the Tour de Rock team as they put on a bike safety day. Staff from Swicked cycles will be on hand to help and Boston Pizza will be supplying snacks. tourderockevents@ bc.cancer.ca, Drag Racing & Drifting Championships: Saratoga Speedway, doors open at 5:30pm racing starts at 7pm Rain or Shine, saratogaracing.ca, Scenic Chairlift Rides: 8pm, Celebrate summer at Mount Washington with a scenic chairlift ride and enjoy the amazing views from the top of the mountain. mountwashington.ca,

Sep 7, Sun~ SPCA Paws For A Cause Walk: 9:30am, Nunns Creek Park, Games for the kids, salmon BBQ $5 prizes and lots of fun!! Register online and raise money for a great cause!, support.spca.bc.ca, 1800 665 1868 Pier Street Farmers Market: Sunday Market at the Fishing Pier 10-2:30pm, pierstreet.com St. Thomas Traditional Anglican Church: 11:00am, Courtenay Train Station, An Invitation to Worship With Us www.anglicancatholic.ca, 250-871-6782 Tour De Rock Scavenger Hunt: 1:00pm, Frank James Park, Teams will receive a sealed envelope with a list of items they must gather within a 3 hour time frame.

All proceeds to go to Tour De Rock rider Kyle Ushock

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sending kids to Camp Good Times., $20 per team, tourderock.ca, tourderockevents@bc.cancer.ca, Chemainus Theatre Festival: 2pm,Les Miserables, an epic tale of passion and destruction in 19th century France., Various Pricing, chemainustheatrefestival.ca, info@chemainustheatre.ca , 250-246-9800 Autocross - Come and Test Your Driving Skills: 3pm, Saratoga Speedway, Bring your street car out and test your driving skills, speed and finesse!

Everyone is welcome to participate., Driver $40. Pit $12., saratogaracing.ca autocrossjunkie@live.com

Sep 8, Mon~ Breast Thermography Clinic : 9am Campbell River Breast Thermography Clinic: Call 250.947.5424 to book your appointment. Space is limited.

Family Gym: 12:00pm, CR Gymnastics Club, Free playzone for families of all ages. First class free with payment of $7 insurance., $5 per person 286-3547 Youth Jam Night: 6:30pm, Serious Coffee, Come out and jam with our talented group of young people. seriouscoffee.com, 250 923-1312 Ripple Rockets Square Dance Club: Eagles Hall Free Lessons 7-9pm Great Exercise to keep fit joansell@shaw.ca, 250 287-3959

Sep 9, Tue~ FASD Awareness Day: Quinsam Hall, Chris Rowan will be presenting: Technology and Child Development - Lunch provided. 8:30-2:30pm, Free Event fasdawareness.eventbrite.com, jenny.mcleod@ cradacl.bc.ca, 250 203-0488 Run Club: 9:30am, Meet at Shorerunners for this running group., shorerunners.com, 250 286-1364

Sep 9, Tue~ Taoist Tai Chi Arts: 10am, Sportsplex, Beginning

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Sep 10, Wed~ CR Paddlers: Sea Kayaking Club 6-8pm evening paddles along the Campbell River shoreline. www. crpaddlers.com 250.203.9953 Sing 4 Pure Joy: See Sept 3rd Taoist Tai Chi Arts: 7:30pm, Sportsplex, Beginning classes in Taoist Tai Chi: 250-240-3387

Sep 11, Thu~ Youth Group: See Sept 4th

Sep 12, Fri~ Open Mic Night: Serious Coffee, Come down for some great entertainment from 7-10pm and a great cup of coffee too. seriouscoffee.com, 250 923-1312 Live Music in the Tyee Pub: Live music every friday night in the Tyee pub at Painter’s Lodge beginning at 8pm featuring upbeat country, blues, celtic and classic rock., 1 800 663-7090

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Sep 13, Sat~ Women 4 Women 5k & 10K Trail Run: 8am, Meet at Carihi High School and also a Kids Fun Run crriverrunners@gmail.com, Young Street Vocal Band: 7pm, Discovery Community Church. 250-287-8786 Market Garden Daze: CR United’s first Fall Harvest Event PRODUCE! PLANTS! PRESERVES! Come see what treats we’ve harvested for you 9-11am evergreenjames@ telus.net, 250-926-9019 Black Creek Community Fair: 9am, Black Creek Community Centre, pancake breakfast, kids carnival, live music all day, food and craft vendors, fun competitions, silent auction and raffle, 250 337 5190 Saratoga Speedway: Fireworks: 5:30pm, Double points championships, Crash to pass, Road Runners, Hornet cars, Figure 8’s, Bomber Cars, IMCA Modifides, Rain or Shine.,saratogaracing.ca BC Lions host Winnipeg: 7pm, , Roar You Lions roar!!, , Scenic Chairlift Rides: See Sept 6th

Sep 14, Sun~ Pier Street Farmers Market: Sunday Market at the Fishing Pier 10-2:30pm, pierstreet.com St. Thomas Traditional Anglican Church: 11:00am, Courtenay Train Station, An Invitation to Worship With Us www.anglicancatholic.ca, 250-871-6782 Seniors Tea & Dance: Comox Seniors Centre, Tea & Dance 55+ welcome from 2-4pm $5 at the door 250 923-3577

Sep 15, Mon~ Family Gym: See Sept 8th Youth Jam Night: 6:30pm, Serios Coffee, Come out and jam with our talented group of young people., , http:// seriouscoffee.com, 250 923-1312

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Tour De Rock Kyle Hi, I'm Kyle Ushock, the Campbell River RCMP Tour de Rock rider in the 2014 Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock.

Much like many families, mine has had its share of dealing with cancer. From my dad, Don who successfully battled thyroid cancer when I was a kid, to my grandmother (nan) who lost her battle in September of 2013 when Tour de Rock came thru Campbell River.

The The Tour de Rock team, which is made up of police officers, auxiliary police officers and military police officers, all cycle from one end of the Vancouver Island to the other, over 14 days, covering over 1,000 kilometers.

Saturday, August 30 Tyee Chevrolet Buick GMC 5th Annual Car Show fundraiser for the 2014 Tour de Rock takes place on August 30th at 570 13th AVE Campbell River, 9am to 2pm. The new and used car lot will be cleared off to welcome vintage, classics, muscle cars and hot rods of all makes to help raise funds for the Tour De Rock 2014. Entry fee will be a minimum donation of $10.00 per vehicle. Hamburgers and hotdogs will also be sold.

Saturday September 6, 2014 Join Kyle as he along with other members of the Campbell River RCMP put on a bike safety day. Staff from Swicked cycles will be assisting with making sure bikes are in great shape and and helmets are fitted properly. Boston Pizza will be supplying snacks.

Please bring all empty bottles and cans as they will be sorted and recycled at Encorp in Campblleton. All funds raised will be going to Tour de Rock.

Sunday September 7, 2014 Tour de Rock Scavenger Hunt: A team may consist of as many people that can legally fit into one vehicle.

Prizes to be given to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place teams who complete the most items on the list.

Monday September 8, 2014 Boston Pizza Celebrity service night, come join celebrity servers in Red Serge along with Kyle at Boston Pizza from noon to 10 p.m.. 10% of all sales will be donated to Tour de Rock rider, Kyle Ushock.

Ongoing Activities: Bottle Drive at Encorp - Donate while you recycle !

Tour de Rock rider, Kyle USHOCK has set up an account where donations are accepted at the Encorp return it centre, help send a kid with cancer to camp and do your part to save the environment.

Bike Raffle: Boston Pizza and Swicked cycles have teamed up to raffle off a Rocky Mountain Vapor 27.5� mountain bike. Tickets are limited and will be available at Boston Pizza and Swicked soon.

Meet at the Big House at Foreshore Park prior to 1pm with your full team.

Teams will receive a sealed envelope which contains a list of item(s) they must attempt to gather, photograph and/or complete activities within a 3 hour time frame, bringing those items and/or photographs back to Foreshore Park on or before 4pm where judges will tally their points.

Required: 1) Team name 2) Vehicle 3) Camera and/ or device that has the ability to take a photograph 4) Pen or Pencil 5) $20 fee per team All proceeds to be given to Tour de Rock local Campbell River Rider Constable Kyle Ushock, Cops for Cancer sending children to Camp Good Times!!

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New from Thrifty Kitchens

Savoury Pies!

Try our new Thrifty Kitchens Savoury Pies, available in 4 delicious flavours.

Since they are fully cooked, you just heat through, add a salad and – Voila! – Dinner is served.

Thrifty Foods Customer Care: 1.800.667.8280 • thriftyfoods.com

Behind Thrifty Foods there are great people.

Thrifty Foods Platinum sponsors for the Tour De Roc, Cops for Cancer campaign donate thousands of dollars of food to support events held all over Vancouver Island. Each year since the Tour De Roc, concept Thrifty Foods have put their hand up to work along side other volunteers to raise funds for the riders that contribute time and effort for cancer suffers, survivors and legacies.

More than a donation, the staff of Thrifty Foods Campbell River rally to the cause raising funds. Ten years ago, people like Tom Morgan, employed by Thrifty Foods Campbell River with the enthusiasm

of Thrifty Foods, got together with fellow volunteers to start the famous Cops for Cancer Golf Tournament, today it is one of the most successful golf tournaments on Vancouver island. Ray Dagenais, golf tourney chair says, “the tournament reached a new fundraising record for 2014, not only was it another sold out event, with heads shaven, we raised a record $44,200. Thanks to all !!

Supporting COPS for Cancer.

Tour de Rock Below - Jim Costain owner of Dairy Queen and Ray Dagenais Cops for Cancer golf chair.

Tom Morgan Thrifty Foods

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PHOTOTECHPRINTS.CA 110-1260 Shoppers Row • 250-286-1233 Ripple Rockets Square Dance Club: See Sept 8th

Sep 16, Tue~ Run Club: See Sept 9th

Sep 17, Wed~ Sing 4 Pure Joy: 6:30pm, , The Lions Den (across from Thrifty’s). 6:30 - 8:00. $10 drop-in or pay by the term.

Sliding scale by request singforpurejoy@gmail.com, 778-348-0477 Self Hypnosis to Relax: 7pm, Black Creek Community Centre, Self hypnosis is natural and easy to do. Employ the power of your subconscious mind for your well being., $75 per person no member discount, bccaonline. ca 250 337-5190

Sep 18, Thu~ Ladies Night Golfing: Longlands Golf Club, Ladies Night is fun for golfer’s of all abilities! longlandsgolf. com, 250 339-6363 Youth Group: See Sept 4th

Sep 19, Fri~ BC Lions Host Toronto: 1:45pm, , Roar You Lions roar!!, , Open Mic Night: Serious Coffee, Come down for some great entertainment from 7-10pm and a great cup of coffee too. seriouscoffee.com, 250 923-1312 Live Music in the Tyee Pub: Live music every friday night in the Tyee pub at Painter’s Lodge beginning at 8pm featuring upbeat country, blues, celtic and classic rock., 1 800 663-7090

Sep 20, Sat~ Frogger 15km Fun Run: 9am, Spirit Square, This fun run is a friendly race raising money for a local charity, Greenways Lands Trust greenwaystrust.ca 250-287-3785 Roberts Lake Family Fun Fishing Derby: 9am, Roberts Lake Resort, Fun for the whole family just minutes from Campbell River. robertslakeresort.ca, 250 286-4087

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Rainbows End Open: 9am, Rainbows End Golf Course, 18 holes mixed tournament golfsayward.ca, 250 282-3222

Sep 20, Sat~ Mind Over Mountain Adventure Race: Cumberland, Endurance race that challenges minds and bodies with 30-50km of west coast terrain mindovermountain. com, 1 866-912-3331 Discover Old Time Gospel Singing: 7pm Discovery Community Church, Come sing with us! mrb. lighthouse@gmail.com, 250.287.8786 Scenic Chairlift Rides: see Sept 6th

Sep 21, Sun~ Pier Street Farmers Market: Sunday Market at the Fishing Pier 10-2:30pm, pierstreet.com St. Thomas Traditional Anglican Church: 11:00am, Courtenay Train Station, An Invitation to Worship With Us www.anglicancatholic.ca, 250-871-6782 Flavour 2014: NI Gourmet Picnic: 1pm, Coastal Black Estate Winery and Meadery, Our finest chefs, vintners, farmers, and producers are invited to showcase their talents., nic.bc.ca 250 334-5000 ext. 405 Autocross - Come and Test Your Driving Skills: 3pm, Saratoga Speedway, Bring your street car out and test your driving skills, speed and finesse!

Everyone is welcome to participate., Driver $40. Pit $12 saratogaracing.ca, autocrossjunkie@live.com,

Sep 22, Mon~ Family Gym: See Sept 8th Youth Jam Night: 6:30pm, Serious Coffee, Come out and jam with our talented group of young people. seriouscoffee.com, campbellriver@seriouscoffee.com, 250 923-1312

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Your backyard fruit to Wine Call or Visit to discuss great flavour for Wines made with your fruit at great value.

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Sep 23, Tue~ Run Club: See Sept 2nd

Sep 24, Wed~ Sing 4 Pure Joy: The Lions Den (across from Thrifty’s).

6:30 - 8:00. $10 drop-in or pay by the term. Sliding scale by request. singforpurejoy@gmail.com, 778-348-0477 Self Hypnosis to Relax: 7:00pm, Black Creek Community Centre, Self hypnosis is natural and easy to do. Employ the power of your subconscious mind for your well being., $75 per person no member discount, http://bccaonline.ca, 250 337-5190

Sep 25, Thu~ Meaningful Media Night- The Light Bulb Conspiracy: 6:00pm, North Island College Theatre, Join us for an open discussion on consumption, sustainability and environmental racism. Free admission & a chance to win a book!, Free, , shannon.briggs@immigrantwelcome.ca, 250 830 0171 Youth Group: See Sept 4th

Sep 26, Fri~ Open Mic Night: Serious Coffee, Come down for some great entertainment from 7-10pm and a great cup of coffee too. seriouscoffee.com, 250 923-1312 Live Music in the Tyee Pub: Live music every friday night in the Tyee pub at Painter’s Lodge beginning at 8pm featuring upbeat country, blues, celtic and classic rock., 1 800 663-7090 Harland Williams at the Tidemark: 7:30pm, Tidemark Theatre, Harland Williams is known for his hilarious comedy and appearances on the Tonight Show and Letterman. This is a 19+ performance. tidemarktheatre. com, tickets@tidemarktheatre.com, 250 287-7899

Sep 27, Sat~ Blackberry Tea & Sale: Campbell River United Church, 2:00 - 3:30 PM Tea or coffee served with a choice of

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Blackberry Pie, Scones, Shortcake or Pavlova. Sale table with Blackberry or other fruit Jams, Jellies, and Baking $7.00, , leekee@telus.net, 250-287-4621 Business Awards of Distinction: 6pm, Tidemark Theatre, This annual event recognizes local businesses for their outstanding achievements and distinction in the community. Buy your tickets early as it sells out every year., tidemarktheatre.com, info@campbellriver.ca, BC Lions at Calgary: 6:30pm, , Roar You Lions roar!!

5th Annual Haig-Brown Lecture: 7pm, Campbell River Museum & Archives, Lecture by Richard Somerset Mackie crmuseum.ca, info@crmuseum.ca, 250 287-3103

Sep 28, Sun~ Brick House Betties Team Recruiting: Want to try roller derby? Join the Brick House Betties at a Fresh Meat Recruitment Sunday, Sept. 28 from 9-10:30 AM at the CRI (2665 Dunsmuir, Cumberland). Bring quad skates, a water bottle, helmet, mouth guard, elbow/ wrist/knee pads, and a positive attitude! Wear sportscomfortable clothing and bring a $4.20 CRI drop-in fee.

Need gear or can’t make the date? Contact the Betties on Facebook, or email., $4.20 drop-in fee to CRI, www. brickhousebetties.com, info@brickhousebetties.com, 250-792-3499 2014 Campbell River Kidney Walk: 9am, Frank James Park, One in 10 Canadians has kidney disease, and there is no cure. But you can help! Register to participate @campbellriverkidneywalk.ca www. campbellriverkidneywalk.ca, 18005678112 Lazer Tag: 10:30am, Black Creek Community Centre, Bring your friends out for a game of laser tag. Suitable for any level but be prepared to run., $15 no member discount, bccaonline.ca 250 337-5190

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

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q Canton Chinese q Best Wok Chinese q Wasabiya Japanese q Rose Bowl Chinese q Spice Hut Indian q Bejing House

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PIZZA 4 Acropolis Kuizina - Greek 4 Ryan’s Pizza & Grill q Forbidden Zone q Boston Pizza q Dominos q White Tower Steak & Pizza q Dukes Grill & Pizza

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What’s On Digest & Coffee News are available at most of these fine restaurants.

84 Dogwood St Campbell River Open 7 days 286-0231

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Sep 2: Million Dollar Arm, They Came Together, Third Person, Night Moves

Sep 12: No Good Deed, Dolphin Tale 2, Search Party Sep 19: The Maze Runner, Reclaim: A Walk Among The Tombstones, This Is Where I Leave You Sep 26: The Equalizer, The Boxtrolls, Laggies

Sep 9: Brick Mansions, A Long Way Down, Palo Alto, God’s Pocket Sep 16: The Fault in Our Stars, Godzilla, Burt’s Buzz Sep 23: Neighbors, The Last of the Unjust, Chef

Sep 9: Destiny, NHL 15, Dead Rising 3 Sep 16: Fairy Fencer F, Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm Revolution Sep 23: Disney Infinity 2.0: Marvel Super Heroes, Fifa 15, Natural Doctrine

Titles shown may not be available at your local venue.

Pier Street Farmers Market: Sunday Market at the Fishing Pier 10-2:30pm, pierstreet.com St. Thomas Traditional Anglican Church: 11:00am, Courtenay Train Station, An Invitation to Worship With Us www.anglicancatholic.ca, 250-871-6782 13th Annual Stewardship Awards: 12pm, Haig Brown House, It’s time to celebrate outstanding environmental actions. Awards will be presented during the Haig Brown Festival. terri.martin@ campbellriver.ca, 250 286-5711 Haig Brown Festival: World Rivers Day, 12-4pm, Haig Brown House, Family fun day, property tours, events and lectures, fly tying, casting, food and live music and lots more. haig-brown.bc.ca, info@crmuseum.ca, 250 287-3103

Sep 29, Mon~ Family Gym: see Sept 8th Youth Jam Night: 6:30pm, Serious Coffee, Come out and jam with our talented group of young people. seriouscoffee.com, 250 923-1312

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Grandpa replies, “Nope.”

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Sept 25 Nanaimo Port Theatre Sept 28 Campbell River Tidemark Theatre

HARLAND WILLIAMS is known the world over for his HILARIOUS stand up comedy and numerous appearances on The Tonight Show, Letterman, Conan, and more. Harland is also one of the stars of the NEW hit sitcom PACKAGE DEAL, where he plays SHELDON, the oldest and most outrageous of three dysfunctional brothers.

And let’s not forget Harland’s incredible movie roles including Dumb and Dumber, Freddy Got Fingered, There’s Something About Mary, Half Baked, Superstar, RocketMan, Sorority Boys, Down Periscope, The Whole Nine Yards, Employee of The Month, and many more.

Harland’s INCREDIBLE stand up comedy tour, COMZILLA! Destroying your city with laughter starting Sep 23 thru Oct 4th, at a theatre near you. Tix $33.50 Tidemark www.tidemarktheatre.com.

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Things To Do In Kayaking Tour: Take an educational kayaking tour through the estuary with Kayaking Unlimited call Derek 250 204-1115 Interpretive Walks: Themed guided walks through Campbell River’s nature GreenWaysTrust.ca Cook & Eat Your Own Crab: Sit on the deck at Crabby Bobs on the Govt. wharf and enjoy a fresh cooked crab with friends! 250 204-6111 Outdoor Adventure: Strathcona Park Lodge: 250.286.3122. Tree Climbs, Kayaking, Zipline, High Ropes, Rockclimb, Zip Line, High Ropes Strathcona Gardens: www.strathconaRD.ca 250-287-9234, 463 Dogwood Rd. C/River Splash Park: Open May to Mid October 8am - Dusk located at Willow Point Park, next to the playground.

Pool Swimming & Slide: Strathcona Gardens Pool check program for times. 250-287-9234 Skating: 2 Ice Arenas - Check Programs for scheduled

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skates. 250-287-9234 Swimming: Best Western Hotel, Isl. Hwy. C/River Open to the public 25mtr pool. 250-923-4231 Community Centre: 401 11th Ave, C/River 250-2861161. Programs available 6 days a week for adults, youth, toddlers and seniors. Drop in anytime or visit online at www. www.campbellriver.ca Library: Free @ CR Library (Downtown shoppers Row) Bowling: CR Bowling Alley, 16th Ave, Campbell River.

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

Go-Karting: $10 Saratoga Speedway 250 337-8106 saratogasdeepway.bc.ca Skateboarding: Free @ CR Skatepark, Sportsplex Landmark Theatre: Showcase 5 Movie Theatre 250 287-3233, 489 S. Dogwood St. Campbell River Bike Rentals: $40/Day Per Bike@ Spokes (250 2860500) 871 13th Avenue Billiards & Gaming: $10 @ Pier St. Billiards & Gaming 250 287-3966, 938 Island Highway f a c e b o o k . c o m / p a g e s / P i e r- S t r e e t- B i l l i a r d s Amusements/116153448469033

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Rock Climbing: On the Rocks Climbing Gym 45 250-287-7625, 1980 N. Island Hwy rockgym.ca Heritage Tour: Free @ Haig-Brown Heritage House Learn the legendary stories behind the Campbell River, Roderick Haig Brown and Flyfishing 250-286 6646 Art Tour: Free @ CR Art Gallery 250 287-2261 1235 Shoppers Row , Campbell River Art Gallery: Super Saturday - Art Classes every Sat thru the summer see website for details crartgallery.com Free Events & Concerts: @Spirit Square250 203-1399 www.spiritsquare.ca. Tue for Lunch. Friday & Saturday evenings.

Salmon Hatchery Tour: Quinsam Hatchery Tour 2879764 4217 Argonaut Road pac.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/seppmvs/projects-projets/quinsam/quinsam-eng.htm First Nations Gift Shop: Wei Wai Kum House of Treasures 250 286-6949, 1400 Wei Wai Kum Road (2 mins) Scenic Walk, Bike & Skate: Free @ CR Sea Walk, 8km

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of Picturesque mountain and ocean views, suitable for 50 walking, bicycles and skating.

55 Mini Golf: Mini Golf 337-5336. 8667 Island Hwy. www.

60 miraclebeachminigolf.ca Mon-Thu, 9am-6pm. Fri-Sat 9am-7pm Sun, 10am-6pm Outdoor Laser Tag: North Island BattleField 250 2023484 (10 players) will come to you. www. northislandbattlefield.net Sportsplex: - Alder Rd. Willow Point Park - All racquet sports, organized Youth & Adult Programs, Fitness Facility, Drop-in’s welcome. 250-923-7911 www. campbellriver.ca Tennis: Free @ Willow Point Park 250 923-8134, 1944 Penfield Road 1.3 (10 min) Sportsplex and Centennial Park on Alder and 4th Ave. Disc Golf: Free Disc Golf Course Willow Point, Sportsplex Nyumbalees Museum: Visit this amazing cultural centre and learn the rich heritage of the Kwak’wala, Laich-Kwil-Tach, K’omoks peoples. tours 10 -12- 4 daily Museum: Museum of Campbell River 250-287-3103

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470 Island Hwy. www.crmuseum.ca Markets: Free to Browse Pier Street Farmers Outdoor Market Pier Street, Sundays 10am-2pm (5 min Walk) May to October.

Wine & Cheese Cruise From Painters Lodge: (1625 MacDonald Rd, Campbell River) or April Point (900 April Point Rd., Quadra Island) Complimentary water shuttle available via Painters Lodge 1-800-663-7090 Spa Treatments: April Point Resort 900 April Point Rd, Quadra Island Complimentary water shuttle available via Painters Lodge1-800-663-7090 Hiking: Free @ RippleRock Trail/Elk Falls/Snowden Forest, Beaver Lodge Forestlands,(see guides) 1klm to 10klm walks. See new alternate routes during construction of the new BC Hydro Pipelines. All trails are open.

Casino: Chances Casino - Bingo, slot machines, Keno or lottery game 250 286-1442 Open Daily 10am -midnight, chances.ca Visit a Pet Store: CR Pet Centre - Ironwood Rd, Birds and lots of fish.

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

Maritime Museum: 2 Floors of marine artifacts including Canada’s $5 bill boat. Open Mon-Fri 10-4pm Discovery Pier, Govt. Wharf, Island Hwy. 250-286-3161 Fishing Pier: Free - CR Discovery Pier - award winning

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wheelchair accessible salt water fishing 600ft pier, Island Highway maritimeheritagecentre.ca 250-286-3161 Hands on Aquarium: Discovery Passage Aquarium: See, Touch, Explore. Open 7 Days, 10am-5pm, May to October. Discovery Pier, at the Govt. Wharf Island Hwy. Campbell River Wine Tasting and Tour: Coastal Black Wine 2186 B Endall Road, Black Creek, Noon to 5pm everyday! coastalblack.ca 337-8325 Wine Tasting and Tour: 40 Knotts Winery - Visit the 2nd largest winery on the island, 18 acres of vineyard and 7 varieties of estate wines, plus exclusive 40 Knot Wine Okanagan wines. Tastings Thurs to Sun 11.30 to 5.00pm. Near the Powell River ferry. 2400 Anderton Rd. Comox. 250-941-8810. Next to www.40knotswinery.com Whiskey Distillery Tour & Tasting: $15 per/person - Shelter Point Distillery - ‘Field to Flask’ Single Malt Whisky shelterpointdistillery.com by appointment 778 420-2200, 4650 Regent Road, Oyster River.

Wildlife Photography & Bird Watching: Baikie Isl. Estuary, Campbell River Estuary at the The Spit Weiner Roast: A slice of Canadian Culture, a favourite all year round. Echo Lake, Miller Creek, Loveland Bay , Storries Beach are great locations for a fire, and a wiener roast. Don’t forget the marshmallows.

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

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Raft & Snorkel with the Salmon Swim in the pools, raft the shallow fast water Suitable for 5-95 years old View from the raft if you don’t want to swim 3 Hour Tours - 9am & 1pm

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on their journey upstream. Destiny River Adventures 40 250-287-4800, 1630 N Island Hwy destinyriver.com 45 Scuba Diving Lessons & Tours: Discover why our deep diving waters are famous Beaver Aquatics 250 287-7652 760 Isl. Highway . C/River Scuba Diving: @ Abyssal Tours 250-204-3443 box 747 Quathiaski Cove (13 mins) abyssal.com Hiking/ Biking: Free @ Snowden Forest (16 KM) Canyon view Trail, 8km, easy to intermediate, (from 2hrs) Check for new routes Storey Creek Golf Course: 18 holes and Driving Range, McGimpsey Road, storeycreek.bc.ca Sequoia Springs Golf Course: 250 287-4970, 700 Peterson Road sequoiasprings.com; 18 holes.

Saratoga Beach Golf: Club 9 hole - RE-OPEN plus driving range. 2084 Saratoga Rd, Black Creek. 250 337-2208 Quadra Isl. Golf Club: Heriot Bay Rd. Quadra Isl. 250285-2811 Rainbow’s End Golf Club: Executive Golf Course 9 holes, Sayward off the Hwy. Rainbow Rd. 250-2823222.

Guided Fishing: Painters Lodge(1625 MacDonald Rd, Campbell River) or April Point (900 April Point Rd., Quadra Island)Complimentary water shuttle available via Painters Lodge 1-800-663-7090 Wine & Cheese Cruise: Painters Lodge(1625 MacDonald Rd, Campbell River) or April Point (900 April Point Rd., Quadra Island) Complimentary water shuttle available via Painters Lodge1-800-663-7090 Seaview Game Farm Tours: Guided tours of this amazing oceanside game farm daily from June 21 till the

• Famous handmade waffle cones • 26 Flavours of Scrumptious Ice Cream • Fresh Sandwiches, Wraps, Great Fish n’ Chips • Rod Rentals - Fish Licences

end of August 250 337-5182 seaviewgamefarm.com Outdoor Education Center: Strathcona Lodge 250 50 286-3122, 41040 Gold River Highway 28. 47 mins 55 from downtown Campbell River. Sailing, Kayaking, 60 Canoe rental, Bannock Making, Games, Rock Wall, Orienteering, Bog Walk, Big Canoe. strathcona.bc.ca Garden Tour: Kitty Coleman, Woodland Gardens, Tour the gardens all year around. Bring a picnic lunch. Watch for special events held at the gardens. Off Coleman Rd, 6183 Whitaker Rd. Courtenay 250-338-69901 Salmon Farm Tours: BC Salmon Farm 250 286-1636 informative guided tours salmonfarmers.org Float Plane Tours: Corilair - See all 105 lakes from the sky. From Tyee Spit to remote islands including Refuge Cove - Surge Narrows - Big Bay - Blind Channel - corilair.com/ 888 287-8366 Historic Mail Tour Biking Rentals: $40/Day Per Bike@ Spokes (250 2860500) 871 13th Avenue

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Wildlife, Whale & Bear Tours: Discovery Marine Safaris offers comfortable covered boats. 1-866-5016722 www.adventurewhalewatching.com Aboriginal Journeys: Voted #1 by Trip Advisor.

Aboriginal culture and wildlife tours: bears & whales.

250 850-1101 aboriginaljourneys.com CR Whale Watch: Tide Adventures, Eco Tours, Whale & Bear watching: zodiac boats; 250 287-2667 www. crwhalewatching.com Whale Watching Tours: Painters Lodge(1625 MacDonald Rd, Campbell River) or April Point (900

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Kayaking: Quadra Island Kayaking 250 285-3400 615 Heriot Bay Rd. Quadra Isl. 4hr & 6hr tours. quadraislandkayaks.com Fishing: Rippingales Fishing 1-800-988-8242 rippingalesfishing.com Float Plane tours: CorilAir - From Tyee Spit to remote locations including Refuge Cove - Surge Narrows Big Bay - Blind Channel corilair.com 1-888-287-8366 Historic Mail Tours Biking Rentals: $40/day per bike at Spokes 250 2860500 871 13th Ave. Campbell River Cycling Farm Tours: Campbell River & the Comox Valley.

Visit the wineries by bike. 250 830-8522 Island Joy Rides White Water Rafting: Destiny River Adventures 250 287-4800 destinyriver.com (May to July) Motorbike to Gold River: Hwy #28, Rated #1 in motorbike highway rides.

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Quadra Isl Summer Markets: Quadra Island Community Ctr. parking lot, 10am-2pm. Arts & Crafts, gardening, baked goods, candles & more.

Indoor market, rain or shine. Stella, 250.285.3184.

Walk, jog or bike the trails: Do not miss the Shellaligan Pass, hill top views from Chinese Mountains, tidal rapids at Maud Island and the giant old-growth trees around Stramberg Lake. Grab a Quadra Island Hiking Trails map ($2) from local stores or tour operators and explore!

Wetlands: Visit the wetlands of Main Lake Park and admire the wildlife, sinkholes and waterfalls.

Golf: Quadra Island Golf Course and hit the green for 9 holes. Or the Driving range and purchase a bucket of balls.

Spa Treatments: April Point Resort (900 April Point Rd.) Complimentary Water Shuttle via Painter’s Lodge 1-800-663-7090 Rent a bike: Rent a pedal bike, electric bike or tandem

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bicycle and explore the 40 island’s hidden highlights.

45 Island Cycle. see ad this issue.

50 Petroglphs: Find ancient petroglyphs at low tide at 55 Nuyumbalees Cultural Centre, and at Tsa Kwa Luten 60 Lodge, near the lighthouse.

Bocce, Horseshoe and Archery: open to the general public during the day , Tsa Kwa Luten Lodge. 1 Lighthouse Rd, Quadra Isl. 250.285.2042 Scenery Walk at the Lighthouse: Walk from Tsa Kwa Luten Lodge along the shore to the lighthouse.

Weiner Roast: Take the family to the beach for a fire pit and weiner roast at Rebecca Spit.

First Nations Cultural experience: Visit the Nuyumbalees Cultural Centre. Tour over 200 original pieces on display. Learn the rich heritage of the Kwak’wala, Laich-Kwil-Tach, K’omoks peoples. tours 10 -12- 4 daily . 34 Weeway Rd, Quadra Isl. 250-285.3733.

Read: Book Bonanza holds the largest selection of literature on local first nations books. Plus peruse local authors work and learn about local history Blenkin Park: Skate park, Climbing wall, Tennis courts, equestrian ring, dirt jump track for bikes, trails

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See ad for details, in this issue.

Live Music: Meet others at the community lunch on Wednesdays at noon at Community Centre, by donation. Local musicians play live. Prepared by volunteers at the Community Kitchen.

Sunrise on the Spit: Take an early morning sunrise walk on Rebecca Spit to start your day right.

Things To Do In Kayaking & Paddle boarding with Quadra Island Kayaks. Half Day, full days and tours. Experienced guides, no exp. necessary, all equipment supplied.

250-285-3400 www.quadraislandkayaks.com.

Paddleboarding: Try stand up paddleboarding.

Rental boards available from Wildcoast Adventures, kayak tours also available. www.wildcoastadventures. com 250-204-0420 Gowlland Harbour Resort: Secluded Fine Dining with magnificant ocean views. Kayak paddles available. 250.285.3572.. www.gowllandharbour.com Mountain biking or Recreational : – check out the technical singe-tracks at Morton Lake or ask for a trail map from Island cycle. 615 Taku Rd, Quathiaski Cove..

Island Cycle 250.285.3627– Guided Fishing: April Point Resort (900 April Point Rd.) Complimentary Water Shuttle via Painter’s Lodge 1-800-663-7090 Wine & Cheese Cruise: April Point Resort (900 April Point Rd.) Complimentary Water Shuttle via Painter’s Lodge 1-800-663-7090 Scooter Rentals: April Point Resort offer scooter rentals for those wanting to explore the whole island in a day. 250-285-2222.

Live music at Heriot Bay Inn; Top artists and unique performances. see their website for more information. www.heriotbayinn.com Wine Tasting: tasting tours or picnic on the winery grounds. SouthEnd Winery www.southend.ca Starfish Watching: 100 of varieties of starfish can be

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40 to see pods of whales Wild life Photography: Expect close by, seals sprawled on rocks and eagles45over head, not to mention hundreds of varieties of west coast birds. Their is abundant wildlife on the Isl. Live Jazz: Tuesdays at April Point. While there dine on amazing seafood at the April Point sushi bar (5pm9pm Tues to Sat).

Gift Shopping: Polluted Pixie for gifts and interesting cards, locally made jewellery, clothes.

Snorkelling: Most shorelines and coves offer shallow, more gentle waters with plenty of marine life.

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Climbing: Granitic coarse rock climbing at Chinese Mountains (easy to access) or Breton Island (water access only).

Scuba Diving: Scuba enthusiasts should check out the artificial reef that was created near Maud Island in 1996 when the HMCS Columbia went down.Abyssal Dive Charters, www.abyssal.com 250.204-3443.

Whale Watching Tours: April Point Resort (900 April Point Rd.) Complimentary Water Shuttle via Painter’s Lodge 1-800-663-7090 Wild Life Adventure Tours: April Point Resort (900 April Point Rd.) Complimentary Water Shuttle via Painter’s Lodge 1-800-663-7090 Art Studio Tour: Maps are available at most retail outlets, tour around Quadra Islands most unique and quaint art studios.

Boart Charters: Charter a boat and do some fishing or sightseeing from the water. Sutil Charters 250 285 3689 Island hopping: Ferry’s are available from Heriot bay to take you to close by islands such as Cortes Is. Known for their famous oysters.

If you are heading over to Cortes Island for a day trip, stop by the Cortes Museum. The museum is also home to the official Desolation Sound Tourist Information.

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Lotto Games: Quinsam Hotel, 11am-1:30am, 286.9811 Seniors Golf: 65yrs+ Rainbow’s End Golf Course Sayward. 9Holes $10. 282.3222 Diabetic Drop-in: CR Hospital, Sunshine Wellness Ctr. 3-4pm. 286.1161.

Walking Support Group: CR Hospice Society, 10:15am Frank James Park. 286.1121 /CRHospice.org Re-Enchant the World with Melodies: Quadra Is. Comm. Ctr. 3-4:30pm.

Misty Fin’s Eatery: $9 cheeseburgers & $4 pints all day. 287.4320 Square Dance Lessons: CR Eagles, 7:30pm. 1st two lessons free. Chris 923 9492 / Geo 287.9006 / Fred 287.3345 Dart Board League: Riptide Pub. 830.0044.

Youth Jam: Serious Coffee 6:30-9pm 923.1312 Crib: CR Legion. Reg 6:30pm, Game 7pm. 286.6831 Riding Lessons: Regular and Therapeutic Lessons, Flexible Schedule. Balance Equestrian 250 203-6042 Sweat Class: Black Creek Com. Hall, 6-7pm, 337.5190 Dodgeball: Miracle Beach School 6:30-7:30pm 337.5190 Parent & Tots: QCC, 9:30am-12pm.

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

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

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

TUESDAY

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

Drop-in Meditation w/ Lucas Stiefvater: Oceans Resort, 7-8pm. Free, 923.4281 / info@oceanresort.ca Lotto Games: Quinsam Hotel, 11pm-1:30am, 286.9811 Riding Lessons: Regular and Therapeutic Lessons, Flexible Schedule. Balance Equestrian 250 203-6042 Dragon Boat Practice: Corilair floatplane dock, 5:45pm, Linda 778-420-0805 or info@braveheartsdragonboat.ca Re-Enchant the World with Melodies: Quadra Is. The Lions Den (Across from Thrifty’s) 7:30-9pm.

Weight Watchers Mtg: Maritime Heritage Ctr, 11am & 6pm, 286.3161 Ladies Night: Rainbows End Golf Course 6pm Run Club: Shorerunners 9:30am 250 286-1364Aikido/ Martial Arts: Self defense using locks, pins, throws & immobilizations. Troy 203.3237 CR Runners: Sportsplex, 6pm (Technical workout) Boxerfit: Black Cr Cm. Hall 6:00pm 337.5190 Discovery Toastmasters: Rm 1 Com.Ctr. 12-1pm.

Develop public speaking skills. Marlene 287.3352 Air Cadets: CR Airport hanger, 6:30pm, 12-19yrs 923.1001 Zumba w/ Pam: QCC, 6:20am-7:20pm.

Alcoholics Anonymous : Quadra Children’s Ctr, 7pm. 285.3656

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Folkdancing: QCC 7:30-9:30pm.

WEDNESDAY ‘Rock On’ Climbing Sessions: On the Rocks Climbing Gym, 6-8pm. 287.7625 Sing 4 Pure Joy: The Lions Den, 6:30-8pm. Mary 778.348.0477 CR Toastmasters: Comm. Ctr Rm 1, 7-8:30pm.

Overcome shyness, develop confidence, speaking & leadership skills. chernabogsh@aim.com Riding Lessons: Regular and Therapeutic Lessons, Flexible Schedule. Balance Equestrian 250 203-6042 Karaoke: Heriot Bay Inn 7:30pm 285.3539 Auction Viewing Day: 1358 Marwalk Cres. 9am-5pm.

Auction tomorrow 6pm.

Boxing: Eagles Hall 6-8pm Mike 287.9632 Misty Fin’s Eatery: $10 fish & chips. $3.50 domestic beer. 287.4320 CR Gun Club: Indoor , 7pm, 2600 Quinsam Rd Al 923.6388 Parkinsons Self Help Support: 2nd Wed monthly.

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

Seniors Lunch: 12pm-2:30pm. Sportsplex. 914.4401 Friendship Quilters Guild Meeting: 2nd Wed monthly. 7pm. Community Centre Lounge.

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

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

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

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

THURSDAY DJ Just Rob: Paramount Music Hall, 286.1841.

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

1.800.462.2833 Kayak Polo (16+): Strathcona Gardens, 9-10pm Bring kayak, pre-reg. 287.9234 (1st & 3rd Thu) Karaoke: Quinsam Hotel, 8:30pm-1am, 286.9811 Open Mic Nite: Café Aroma, 285.2404 Island Phoenix Acapella Chorus: 210 Beech St. (beside Best Wok). Rehearses 7-9:30pm. Women’s 4-part harmony. Connie/Sandi, 923.0101.

Co-Ed Touch Rugby: Carihi Fields 6:30pm 14yrs+. Erin 202.7642 Dragon Boat Practice: Corilair floatplane dock, 5:45pm, Linda 778-420-0805 or info@braveheartsdragonboat.ca Weight Watchers Meeting: Maritime Heritage Ctr,

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WhatsOn

health

Internal Obstacles

Obstacles are what make things, sometimes even

what belief is driving your responses. Even though

They can be of external nature - such as financial

are absolutely capable to make positive changes in

the most simple things, difficult to accomplish. issues, or time management issues but more often,

obstacles come from within ourselves. Those in-

this process can be unpleasant remember that you your life.

ternal obstacles show up in form of fears, beliefs

The information shared in this article is for educational

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therapeutic attention and treatment.

that keep us from moving forward, negative self

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

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

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

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

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

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

Riding Lessons: Regular and Therapeutic Lessons, Flexible Schedule. Balance Equestrian 250 203-6042 Live Band: Quinsam Hotel, 9:30pm-2am, 286.9811 ‘Rock On’ Climbing Sessions: On the Rocks Climbing Gym, 6-8pm. 287.7625 NEW: 88.7 Spirit FM - Holy Spirit Rock Show. 7pm, Teen Ctr Family Nite: Comm. Ctr, 7-10:30pm. 286.1161 Live Music Jam Nite: Jonny’s Bar, 8pm-12am, Local talents 850.1233 Misty Fin’s Eatery: $4 high balls all day. 287.4320 Family Gym: Sportsplex, 10:30-11:30am, free, 923.7911

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30 Quadra Is. Farmers Market & Bazaar: Quadra Com. Ctr. Arts, crafts, veggies & more! Michele 285.3747 Unplugged: Guitar/Singing Jam @ Quadra Is. Upper Realm, 7:45pm CR Legion Fun: 5:30pm. Free Bingo, Karaoke, meat & paddle draw 7:30pm 286.6831 Open Mic Nite: Serious Coffee 7-10pm 923.1312 Dinner & Dancing: Eagles Lounge, Meat draw 5pm Youth Groups: 12-19yrs, 7:30pm, Christian Life 287.3476 Gamblers Anonymous: St. Patricks Church, 7pm.

Ballroom Dancing: Sportsplex, 7-8:30pm. 923.7043 Song Circle Jam: Comm. Ctr, The Lounge, 7-9pm.

Brian, maddog13@shaw.ca Toddler Time: Comm. Ctr, 9:30-11:30am, 286.1161.

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

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

SATURDAY

Dance to DJ Just Rob : Paramount 286.1841

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

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

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

veggies & more! Michelle 285.3747.

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

SUNDAY

Karaoke: The Quinsam Hotel 9pm-2am 286.9811 Primb Rib Buffet: Royal Coachman, 286.0231 Sunday Buffet: Mudslingers, 286.0231 Riding Lessons: Regular and Therapeutic Lessons, Flexible Schedule. Balance Equestrian 250 203-6042 Football Showing: Misty Fin’s, 287.4320 Meditation & Celebration: Ctr for Spiritual Living 10am @ Willow Point Hall. Susan, 914.4498.

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

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

Climbing Wall at the Pool!

Please help Strathcona Gardens purchase a Rock Climbing Wall for the pool! Boston Pizza has offered to donate the first $3,500—they will donate 5%* of all original meal receipts to this new pool toy.

What you can do to help: 1. Eat at the Campbell River Boston Pizza — the more you eat the more we earn!

2. Write Strathcona Gardens Rock Climbing Wall on the back of the receipt.

3. Leave receipt at Community Donation Box at Boston Pizza or drop it off at Strathcona Gardens. * Please note—some restrictions will apply!

Strathcona Gardens 250-287-9234 for more information

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