Campbell River What's On Digest December 2017

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MUST SEE EVENTS DECEMBER MUSEUM AT CAMPBELL RIVER CHRISTMAS EVENTS The museum will be open daily from 10am-5pm during December with no admission fees all month long. Come see the Festival of Trees and other festive activities.

DECEMBER 1 STARLIGHT SHOPPING & BIG TRUCK PARADE The Big Truck Parade starts at 5pm, with tow trucks, logging trucks, fire trucks, tractors and even dump trucks decorated! Live music in Spirit Square, food vendors and downtown Starlight Shopping.

DECEMBER 2 THE GREAT GATSBY

Black tie, classic Gatsby Gala, from 5:30pm-1am.

Cocktails, auction, five-course dinner, wine pairings, dancing. Fundraiser for CRDACL for special needs transit van.

DECEMBER 3,10,17 PIER STREET CHRISTMAS MARKET Hand or home-made, small batch processed, locally grown treats and items. Everything you need to host a gathering, wrap a special gift and support local artisans.

DECEMBER 9 NUTCRACKER BALLET Urban Dance Connection presents the The Nutcracker brought to life by students, aged 5-18 and professionals from the island in lead roles.

DECEMBER 13 ‘O CHRISTMAS TEA’ - A BRITISH COMEDY

London’s 3-time IMPRESARIO award-winning comedians James & Jamesy return with their outrageously funny and brilliantly inventive Christmas comedy ‘O Christmas Tea’.

DECEMBER 22 14TH ANNUAL CANADIAN COUNTRY CHRISTMAS Featuring the music of Sean Hogan, Anela, and Sue Medley. Come to the Royal Coachman for bootstompin’ fun.

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‘O Christmas Tea’ Stocking Stuffer Ideas New Year’s Eve Celebrations Museum at Campbell River Pet Corner

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Cinema & DVD Releases What’s On at Tidemark Theatre Things to do in 2 & 4 hours Every Week Health Matters Classes Seniors’ Activities Local Dining

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December Events at Painter’s Lodge A Winter Wonderland Dining Experience

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December 31st

End the year on a high note.

Brunch: Start the day with a Mimosa followed by a holiday seasonal brunch, 10am.

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Whats On Digest Calendar Events More events online at WhatsOnDigest.com HAPPENING ALL MONTH. New Movie Release: Polaroid Winter 2017 Photography Show: River City Photo Club’s inaugural holiday show runs from Dec1st through Jan31st at Serious Coffee. 1-2253 S. Island Highway.

ASQ Drop-in Clinic: 9am-12 Drop-in clinic for families to complete an Ages & Stages questionnaire. This is a developmental screening tool used for children from 2-60 months. Free. 250 203-0938. Dogwood Place child & Youth Development Centre, 301 Dogwood St. The Campbell River Shoebox Project : This project delivers gift-filled Shoeboxes to vulnerable women in time for the Holidays! Drop off dates to Dec 8, 9:30am4:30pm at Coastal Community Credit Union in Discovery Harbour. Goods in the Shoebox should have $50 worth of personal items, . 250-203-9360.

Festival of Trees: “Silver Snowflake Celebration” is the theme for this years Festival of Trees. The Museum will

be open daily from 10am-5pm. Participate in Lego play, holiday crafts and see Santa Dec 2. Dec. 9 there is Chestnuts and Carols, and a afternoon of entertainment.

250-287-3133 ext 21. 470 Island Highway.

Festival Of Lights 2017: Downtown Ladysmith, Until Jan 10, Ladysmith will be ignited with the life of thousands of twinkling Christmas lights to get you into the Christmas spirit. If you havn’t witnessed this spectacular event, take the drive, it is totally worth it.

Downtown Ladysmith.

Woolly Wonderland Christmas Market: Local HandMade Gifts. Runs to Dec 24th. Open 9:30-5:30 daily, Sundays Noon-4pm. Needle Arts & Craft. 250-287-8898.

990A Shoppers Row. Coastal Black Winery: Visit our West Coast inspired Tasting Room to sample and purchase our wines.

Browse one-of-a-kind artwork by local artists. A selection of local honey and wine-related giftware. Our award-winning Strawberry Sparkling wine will be back in December. 11am-5pm. We also offer tours but must be booked in advance. 11:00am, Coastal Black Winery, 250-337-8325. 2186 Endall Road.

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Dec 1 Fri~ C.R. Seniors Early Membership: 10:30am, CR Seniors Centre, It’s the time of year for renewing your memberships. From Dec.1 through Dec.22, 1:30-2:30pm get in on the early membership renewal. 250-914-4401.

1426 Ironwood Road..

Freelance Friday: 12-5 PM. Lunch and a short conversation facilitated by Matt Gionet from Ear Worm Sound. Bring your laptop and any work materials! This is a free event, but space is limited. If you’re creative, an entrepreneur, contractor or independent then this is for you. Nesbitt Island Coffee 250-830-0411, x4. 1995 Island Hwy. 50/50 Raffle and Meat Draws:Dinner starts at 5pm (only $11). Meat draw - early bird at 5:30pm, regular time at 6pm. Plus 50/50 draw throughout the night. No need to be a member, Eagles 250.287.4990. 1999 14 Ave. Big Truck Parade and Starlight Shopping: Truck Parade starts at 5.30pm from the bottom of Rockland and makes its way to down town. As 60+ giant trucks decorated in their finest lighting attire the people line the streets into Spirit Square. Live music in Spirit Square, lots of activities for the children, food vendors

and Starlight shopping. Most of our downtown stores stay open until 11pm with some great sales. If you are planning to eat out, it is advised to book. This is the busiest restaurant night all year. 250-287-8642.

International Family Rec Night: Robron Centre, Fun activities, games and learning opportunities for the whole family, 5:30-8:30pm. FYI on Christmas night .

250-830-0171. 740 Robron Rd. Live Music At SoCal Restaurant: 6-9pm showcasing local talent. 250-923-7611. 2231 S. Island Highway.

Friday Flicks at Q.C.C. “Bombshell”: Known for her iconic look, wild-child antics and scandalous private life, Hedy Lamarr was revered as “the most beautiful woman in the world” in the 1940’s tabloids. Doors open at 7:30, show starts at 7:45pm, the concession is open. $5 p.p., 7:30pm, Quadra Community Ctr . 250-285-3243.

970 West Road. Quadra Isl Storm vs Oceanside Generals: Puck drops at 7:30pm.

250-830-0979. 225 S. Dogwood St. Cornwalls All-Inclusive Cancun Christmas: 8:00pm, Chemainus Theatre, The Cornwalls’ are back for another great holiday season! More classic 80’s tunes, cornball antics, and big hair. Runs through to Dec 31. 800-

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565-7738. Chemanius Theatre. 9737 Chemainus Rd. Chemanius.

“Centrepiece” Live: Classic Rock, Blues and Old & New Country 8:00pm, Heriot Bay Inn. 250-285-3322. 673 Hotel Road. Quadra Isl. Rock N Bowl: 9:00pm, CR Bowling Centre, glow in the dark lanes, great music, licensed facility. $10 for 1hr or $15 for 2hrs p.p. 250-286-1177. 1661 16TH Ave.

Dec 2, Sat~ Merry and Bright Holiday Pop Up Shop: 10:00am, Sybil Andrews Cottage, Locally-made clothing, woodwork, jewellery and more. Photography minisessions with Bernine Marie Photography. Bring a nonperishable item for the food bank. 2131 S Island Hwy. Fair Trade Global Market: Timberline Secondary School gym will be transformed into a colourful and festive market with delicious foods to taste and music to entertain you. 40+ vendors with unique gifts from around the world. 10am-4pm $2 admin, Timberline Sec, School Gym 1681 Dogwood St. Christmas Craft Fair: “ A Christmas in Black Creek” 2-day event is full of wonderful crafters/artisans from around the valley. This festive and cozy stop is a win for anyone searching for unique Christmas ideas. 10am3pm. by donation, Black Creek Comm. Ctr. 250-337-5190.

200 Black Creek Rd. Winter Market & Bazaar: At the Quadra Isl. Com. Ctr. for the Fall/Winter season, 10am-2pm. A terrific assortment of local arts, crafts, baking, local produce, and delicious lunch . 250-285-3747. 970 West Rd. Quadra Isl. Christmas Bazaar Fundraiser:10am-4pm. There will be tables of unique crafts, gifts, baking and more.

Thunderbird Hall. 1420 Weiwaikum Rd. Season of Greens and Goodies: Look for the Grandmothers to Grandmothers tables at the Fair Trade

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605-11th Ave 250-286-1231 stonehouseteas.com Global Market at Timberline School. Lovely seasonal greens for tables, decks, and doors. Baked goods.

Various other crafts, sewing, and knitting. 10am-4pm.

Timberline School. 250-286-3374. 1681 South Dogwood.

Whaletown Christmas Bazaar : 11am-3pm at The Gorge Hall. Food vendors, crafts, shopping, & music 11am-3pm. Whaletown.

Winter on the Farm: A simple event held in our barn.

Something magical about gathering together during winter. Complimentary hot cocoa. Holiday greenery, beautiful natural wreaths, farmhouse trays, goat milk

soaps, and our line of lavender products will also be available. 11am-3pm. (250) 339-1671. 2276 Anderton Road. Comox North Pole Swim: Grand opening of the North Pole for a free swim from 12:30-4pm. Santa is on site from 3pm where kids can get their photo taken and have it emailed to them before the holidays. All ages. Free, Strathcona Gardens . 250-830-6777. 225 S. Dogwood St. Free Art Making Class: Drop-in art making for all ages, 1-3pm. All materials are included. U/12 must be accompanied by an adult. This weeks art, Sock Snow

at Painter’s Lodge

Christmas Gift Store Open until December 30

10am - 5pm, 7 days a week 1625 McDonald Rd.

People. CR Art Gallery 250-287-2261. 1235 Shoppers Row. Visit to the North Pole: The leisure Ice is decorated with hundreds of lights, Christmas trees and of course, Santa and his reindeer are flying overhead. Come for an oldfashioned winter skate. 250-287-9234. 225 S. Dogwood Street.

Jam Sessions: Bring your instrument to jam every Saturday from 4-8pm. No need to be a member.

250.287.4990. The Eagles 1999 14 Ave. Canucks vs Maple Leafs: 4pm start. on HNIC. The Great Gatsby: A Unique Black Tie Gala, Hosted by Painters Lodge, this is a unique classic Gatsby Gala Event, from 5:30pm-1am. Cocktails, auction, 5 course dinner, wine pairings, dancing and a safe ride home. All proceeds will go to CRADACL to purchase vans for people with special needs. Tickets. $200 (tax receipt available). 250286-0391. 1625 McDonald Road.

Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour on Quadra: 250-287-7465. 970 West Road.

Rock N Bowl: See Dec 1 Live Music with the Impalas: 8pm-12am Dance the night away with your old time favorites. Royal Coachman Pub . 250-286-0231. 84 Dogwood St.

Dec 3, Sun~ Pier Street Christmas Craft Fair: Edible goodies, gifts for everyone on your list as well as decorating and entertaining goods. Home-made, locally grown or crafted. Support local artisans. 10am-3:30pm $1 Admin.

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Winter on the Farm: See Reindeer Games: -Vancouver Island Symphony with Festive Brass. 2:30pm, Tidemark Theatre, Merriness, magic, and a dash of madness are on the musical menu.

Principal trumpeter Stevan Paranosic leads The Festive Brass, which features accomplished Victoria musicians Robert Fraser, Bruce Hurn, and Nick La Riviere. 250-2877465. 1220 Shoppers Row. Beth Marie Anderson: Christmas With You 2:30pm, Rivercity Theatre Stage, Beth Marie Anderson’s highly anticipated Christmas Album is here and she is celebrating by performing a 9 Date Tour across Vancouver Island! Christmas classics in an intimate acoustic setting. $15 p.p. 250-287-7465. 1080 Hemlock St. Free Meat Draw: The Eagles, Every Sunday at 4pm. No need to be a member 250.287.4990. 1999 14 Ave. Karaoke at the Royal Coachman with Lizzie: 8PM for an evening of fun. 250-286-0231. 84 Dogwood Street.

Dec 4, Mon~ Yoga with Josephine: 10-11:30am. $15 drop-in,Quadra Community Ctr. 250-204-9642. 970 West Rd. Quadra Isl. Sing For Pure Joy: At Quadra Community Centre, Raise your voice in glorious song with Mary & Kate Alexandra.

1-2:30pm. 250-285-3243. 970 West Rd. Vintage Wood Sled Workshop:These darling handmade sleds are ready to be painted with FAT Paint, stencilled and added to your own home’s Christmas

Par ty & Stay New Year’s Dinner & Dance

Cocktails 6pm Dinner 7pm Dance 8pm - 1am • $40/person - Party, Dinner & Dance. + tax

• $169/couple, includes Room, Party, Dinner, Dance, & Breakfast.

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display. Includes sled, instruction, all supplies needed.

Pre-registration required wine is available. 250-9140355. 990C Shoppers Row. Group Mtn Bike Ride: For all levels every Monday, meet at the yellow gate parking lot at the south end of Dogwood St at 6:25pm. 3 groups each with a leader (Beginner, Intermediate, Advance). 1.5 hrs. ride proper gear required, see website for list. Swicked Cycles, 250914-2453. 1791 Spruce Street.

Dec 5, Tue~ Artisan Christmas Market : Featuring nearly 100 artisans. Quality handcrafts, support local artisans.

Huge selection including fine jewellery, handmade soaps, beautiful woodwork, stunning pottery, and delicate glass. 250-287-2261. 1235 Shoppers Row. My Safe Life: (ages 7-10) 3:00pm, Sportsplex, Helps kids feel safe in all of their usual places: home, school, online and during activities. By means of games, digital media, video and role play, $60 for 5 sessions. 250-923-7911.

1800 S. Alder Street.

Poker Night at The Coachman: At 6:00pmRoyal Coachman. 250-204-9130. 84 Dogwood Street.

Spanish Conversation Group: Interested in learning Spanish or already speak Spanish? In the Paddock room at the Royal Coachman. 778-348-0177. 84 Dogwood St. Canucks vs Hurricanes: 7pm start on SNP International Co-Ed Adult Soccer: Welcome Centre, Every Tuesday from 7:30-9pm. Free. 250-830-0171. A114740 Robron Road.

Quadra Island Folk Dance: Tuesday nights from 7:309:30pm for international folk dancing and learn some of the traditional dances from many cultures around the world. We do mostly line and circle dances, so no partner required. Suitable for ages 12 and up. $7 dropin. 7:30pm, Quadra Community Centre 250-285-3849.

970 West Road. Quadra Isl.

Dec 6, Wed~ Tastings and Tours & Shelter Point Distillery:

12:00pm. Wed’s through Sundays from 12-5pm. 778420-2200. 4650 Regent Road.

The Gathering Place: A “comfy space” for kids in grades 1-5. Healthy snacks, play games and connect with friends. Cool crafting & crazy challenges.

Homework help is available too! Free. 250-923-7911.

300 Robron Road.

Yeehaw Line Dancing: 6:30pm, Willow Point Hall, Line Dancing for Beginners every Wednesday at 6:30pmin the Willow Point Hall. 250-923-8474. 2165 S. Island Hwy. Trivia: Campbell River Golf & Country Club, Get your team of 2-6 people together and come down for trivia and prizes from 7-9pm. Drink and Appy specials. Res. recommended. 250-287-4840. 700 Petersen Rd. 1914 Christmas Truce Exhibit & Film: JOYEUX NOEL, based on the true story of the 1914 Christmas Truce.

Runs through January 13. Admission is by donation (this is a fund raiser for HAMM). Admission by donation - reservation required, 2508974611. In arcade. 625 Cliffe Ave. Adult Volleyball: At the Sportsplex, 7:30-9:30pm. $69 for all sessions or $7 to drop in after 8pm . 250-923-7911.

1800 S. Alder Street.

Dec 7, Thu~ $10 All You Can Bowl: $10 All You Can Bowl CR Bowling Centre. Every Thursday night from 5-10pm.

250-286-1177. 1661 16 Ave. Group Mountain Bike Ride: Every Thursday, 6pm at Swicked Cycles. This is our more advanced ride through the Snowden/Pumphouse trails. Lenth of ride 2-3 hours, proper gear is mandatory. Please see our website for a list of requirements. Free. www.swickedcycles.

250-914-2453. 1791 Spruce Street.

Jamie Robertson Unfiltered: Jamie has been entertaining crowds with his music and humour for years. Now see him for the first time on the big stage sharing his wit, humour and musical talent. 7:30pm, Tidemark Theatre, 250-287-7465. 1220 Shoppers Row.

11 Floor Hockey: for Adults, A great workout, fast-paced and works all the body’s major muscle groups. Must use plastic sticks. This is for adults, from 7:30-9pm. small drop in fee required. Quadra Isl. Elementary School Gym,250-830-4197. Heriot Bay Road. Quadra Isl.

Dec 8, Fri~ New Movie Release: All the Money in the World, The Disaster Artist, Just Getting Started, The Shape of the Water, Wonder Wheel. Showcase 5 Theatre, Dogwood Rd. Opening Day at Mount Washington: We are open from 9am-3:30pm, enjoy what our fabulous alpine resort has to offer. 250-338-1386. Strathcona Parkway.

Seniors Christmas Lunch: Enjoy Christmas Lunch together at the CR Seniors’ Centre, 11am-1pm. $10 250914-4401. 1426 Ironwood Rd. CRRTA: 11:30am, Banners Restsurant, C.R. Retired Teachers Association Mistletoe Lunch. RSVP jots56@ shaw.ca , 975 Shoppers Row. International Womens Group: This popular program provides a great opportunity for women to meet and visit over a potluck lunch and learn new and interesting things about Canada, Campbell River and abroad.

(11:45am-1:15 pm) 250-830-0171. 401 11th Avenue.

50/50 Raffle and Meat Draws: Dinner starts at 5pm (only $11). Meat draw - early bird at 5:30pm, regular time at 6pm. Plus 50/50 draw throughout the night. No need to be a member. 250.287.4990. 1999 14 Ave. Friday Night at the Movies: Showing “Cars” 3pm5:15pm, Strathcona Gardens. All ages. 250-830-6777.

225 S. Dogwood Street.

Christmas At The Coast Inn: Join us for a festive evening with a dinner buffet and live music with Dave Blinzinger. Tix in advance. We are also offering

several other Festive Lunch Buffets, Christmas Day Buffett, Christmas Parties Hosted at The Discovery Inn, and our New Year’s Eve Celebration. Call for details or reservations. 250-287-7155. 975 Shoppers Row. Storm vs Westshore Wolves: Puck drops at 7:30pm.

250-830-0979. 225 S. Dogwood St. Sons Of Guns, Rhythm, Blues and Rock Live: 8:00pm, Heriot Bay Inn, 250-285-3322. 673 Hotel Rd. Quadra Isl. Rock N Bowl: See Dec 1

Dec 9, Sat~ Opening Day at Mount Cain: See website for pricing, and conditions. 1-888-668-6622. Woss.

Free Home Depot Kids Workshop “Gingerbread House”: 10am & 11am, ages 3-12. Kids take home their newly made Gingerbread house and their own Home Depot Apron and certificate of achievement. Must have parent supervision, please register. 250-286-5400. 1482 Island Highway.

Indoor Community Market: at the CR Common Mall on Ironwood Road, 10am-3pm. Family, food, fun, something for everyone. 1400 Ironwood Rd. We also offer tours but must be booked in advance, please contact for details.

Santa Swim: Starts at 12.30pm, Santa arrives at 2pm.

Fun winter activities and challenges. All ages, from 12:30-4pm. Free photo with Santa Strathcona Grdns.

250-830-6777. 225 S. Dogwood St. Chestnuts and Carols: Hot chestnuts roasted on site by the Italian Cultural Society. Chestnuts will be available at 1pm, live performance of accordion music. 2pm, Rain Coast Performing Arts students will be dressed in their finest and will perform a selection of Christmas favourites FREE . 250-287-3103. 470 Island Hwy. The Nutcracker: UDC Classical Division and Stage

12 West School of Performing Arts have teamed up for their 3rd annual production of the Nutcracker. This story is brought to life by students, aged 5-18yrs and professionals from the island in lead roles. Join us for an exciting performance complete with a snowfall, an army of mice, gingerbread and visions of sugarplums. Tix - at the Tidemark theatre online. Adult $24, Student/Senior $22, 2:00pm, show at Tidemark Theatre. 250-287-7465.

1220 Shoppers Row. The Music of Christmas and More: Annual Christmas gathering of “The Music of Christmas.” Enjoy a fun social evening out, 7:00pm, Discovery Community Church 250-287-8786. 250 10th Ave. Rock N Bowl: See Dec 1 Paint Night: Forest Walk: Step by step landscape painting workshop! Learn how to work with oil paints and gain technique in landscape painting. Students will leave with a completed landscape painting! All Supplies included! $40 p.p. 778-348-2769. 2116 F S. Island Hwy. Live Music at the Coachman: 9:00pm, Royal Coachman Pub. 250-286-0231. 84 Dogwood St.

Dec 10, Sun~ Pier Street Christmas Craft Fair: See Dec 3 Canada 150 FREE Celebration: National Skating Day. This FREE event will take place at the Strathcona Gardens complex and will start at 10am and run until noon. There will be cake, hot chocolate, fun on and off the ice. 250 203-0712. 225 South Dogwood Street.

Free Meat Draw: See Dec 3 The Jon and Roy Holiday Special: The Jon and Roy Holiday Special comes to the Tidemark Theatre for the first time! Jon & Roy will be joined by special guests Ashleigh Ball of Hey Ocean and Jesse Roper (solo). $37 p.p. 7:30pm, Tidemark Theatre . 250-287-7465. 1220

Shoppers Row. Karaoke at the Royal Coachman with Lizzie: 8:00pm, Royal Coachman Neighbourhood Pub250-286-0231. 84 Dogwood Street.

Dec 11, Mon~ International Seniors Group: Ready for some fun and games? This popular program provides a great opportunity for seniors to meet and enjoy a potluck lunch and discussion. 10am-12:30pm. . 250-830-0171.

401 11th Avenue.

A RocknRoll Christmas with The Killer, Cash and the King: 7:30pm, Tidemark Theatre, Celebrating the 1950’s Birth of Rock & Roll in Memphis at the Sun Record Company. Featuring Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash and Elvis Presley. Tidemark Theatre. 250-287-7465. 1220 Shoppers Row.

Dec 12, Tue~ Quadra Quilters Guild: Quadra Quilters Guild meet at the Quadra Community Centre from 9:00-2:30. 250 285 3204. 9:00am, Quadra Community Centre. Quadra Isl. Free Turkey Dinner: We offer a complimentary turkey dinner to the resident of Campbell River. Come if we can help make your season a little brighter bring your family and enjoy. Make a non-perishable food donation or monetary donation for doubling the giving. We host folks from the whole community less fortunate, seniors, business professionals homeless and sometimes the Mayor. 5-7pm.Quay West Restaurant, 250-286-9988. 921 Island Highway.

Poker Night at The Coachman: See Dec 5 Yellowpoint Christmas Spectacular: Now in its 11th year, it has become a family tradition on central Vancouver Island. Show runs till Dec 17th. This year’s

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990C Shopper’s Row. singing and dancing extravaganza includes musical tributes to The Beatles, Nina Simone, Rod Stewart and Lady Gaga. Also Broadway showstoppers from ‘Mary Poppins’ and many more classical hits. Tix .yellowpointchristmasspectacular.ca. 250-754-8550.

7pm, Port Theatre, 125 Front St, Nanaimo.

Quadra Island Folk Dance: 7:30-9:30pm, international folk dancing. Learn some of the traditional dances from many cultures around the world. Ages 12 and up, $7 drop-in, 250-285-3849. 970 West Road. Quadra Isl.

Dec 13, Wed~ Tastings and Tours: See Dec 5 Youth Open Gym: Free drop-in gym for grades 6-12 from 2:45-4:30pm. Free, Sportsplex. 250-923-7911.

1800 S. Alder Street.

Campbell River Bonsai Club: The club will meet at Sybil Andrews Cottage in Willow Point. Topics, selection of soil types for different species of trees, and final winter protection procedures. By membership.

Potential new members free. Old Island Hwy. Trivia Nights: : See Dec 6 O Christmas Tea-A British Comedy: Following the smashing success of their 2016 Canadian comedy tour, London’s 3-time IMPRESARIO award-winning comedians James & Jamesy return with their outrageously funny and brilliantly inventive Christmas comedy, O Christmas Tea. $28 p.p. 250-287-7465. 1220 Shoppers Row.

Dec 14, Thu~ Christmas Table Centerpiece: Our workshop will teach you how to make beautiful Christmas Table Centrepieces just in time for the holiday season.

7:00pm, Ladybug Garden Centre, $55. 250-923-0707. 51 Colorado Drive.

Dec 15, Fri~ New Movie Release: Ferdubabd, Star Wars: The Last Jedi Salmon Point Christmas Walk : Salmon Point Pub. Annual walk/jog along Salmon Point Trail to see the decorated Christmas Trees. Move however you choose - walk, stroll or run. 10:30am-12pm by donation or item(s) 778-420-0111. 2158 Salmon Point Road.

50/50 Raffle and Meat Draws: See Dec 1 International Family Rec. Night: Fun activities, games and learning opportunities for the whole family. Friday evenings from 5:30-8:30pm. For our Christmas Potluck in December you and your group are welcome to attend as long as you bring a dish to share. 250-830-0171. 740 Robron Road.

Cosmic Rock n Glow Swim: 6:30pm, Strathcona Gardens. Pool games, challenges and fun. 6:30-9pm, ages 11-17. $5 250-830-6777. 225 S. Dogwood Street.

Dear Santa: Santa tries to fulfill a child’s special Christmas wish while his staff attempts to overcome a supply shortage at the North Pole. This is a laugh-filled holiday play innocent. For adults and kids. 250-9140419. 1080, 7:30pm, River City Players, Hemlock St.

oolly Wonderland WChristmas Market

Grand Opening Nov. 15, 3-7pm

Local Needle & Arts Centre Hand-Made Gifts

990A Shoppers Row

Open 9:30 – 5:30 daily Sundays noon-4pm

Extended hours in December

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Takao’s Sushi

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Fresh-made Daily Pre-Order for Lunch or Dinner Catering & Party Trays 250-914-2911

Expires Feb 28, 2018. Must be of equal or lesser value.

1265C Ironwood St. Mon. - Fri. 11am - 3pm

Storm vs Nanaimo Buccaneers : Hockey Puck drops at 7:30pm. 250-830-0979. 225 S. Dogwood St. Go Dog Go, Beach Blanket Time Machine: at The Heriot Bay Inn. 8pm. 250-285-3322. 673 Hotel Road.

Quadra Isl. Rock N Bowl: See Dec 1

Dec 16, Sat~ Quadra Island Winter Market & Bazaar: 10:00am, at the Quadra Isl. Com. Ctre. for the Fall/Winter season, from 10am-2pm.A terrific assortment of local arts, crafts, baking, local produce, and delicious lunch, 250285-3747. 970 West Road. Quadra Isl. CR Indoor Community Market : See Dec 2 C.R. Seniors Early Membership: 1:30-2:30pm get in on the early membership renewal. 250-914-4401. 1426 Ironwood Road.

Free Drop-in Art Making Class: Drop-in art making for all ages, from 1-3pm. This week , “Festive Cards”.

All materials are included, U/12 must be accompanied by an adult. Free, CR Art Gallery. 250-287-2261. 1235 Shoppers Row. Holiday Ice Colouring Contest: Paint your favourite

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holiday scene or character on the leisure ice. Tempura paints and coloured felts will be provided. For all ages, from 1:30-4:30pm. 1:30pm, Strathcona Gardens. 250830-6777. 225 S. Dogwood Street.

Malarkey Mummers at Shelter Point Distillery: These skits and plays have been performed for centuries. A comedy about good vs evil, dark vs. light, and death and rebirth. Like most street theatre, verbal participation by the audience is encouraged. Our version of the play is approximately twenty minutes long. It comes complete with costumes and props and includes music, action, and plenty of good fun. 250337-5337. 4650 Regent Road.

Jam Sessions: 4:00pm See Dec 2 Rock N Bowl: See Dec 1 Old Time Gospel Singing: Discovery Old Time Gospel Singing at Discovery Community Church, 7pm. Free or 250-287-8786. 250 10th Ave. Paint Night: Lavender Moon. Learn basic techniques in oil painting in this step by step landscape painting workshop! Leave with a completed landscape painting!

All Supplies included. $40 p.p. 778-348-2769. 2116 F S. Island Highway.

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15 Dear Santa: See Dec 15 Luke Blu Guthrie and Anela: 8:00pm, Royal Coachman Pub, 250-286-0231. 84 Dogwood Street.

Alano Club Chrismas Dance: It’s time for our annual holiday dance from 8pm until 12am. We will have a DJ in house to keep the dance floor hopping all evening.

Alano Club 250-287-2911. 310 10th Avenue.

a loving look at the blocks that are keeping us from being more congruent in our lives. $20 p.p. 1:00pm, The Centre for Spiritual Living.

778.992.0930. 516 Dogwood Street South.

Dear Santa: See Dec 15 Karaoke with Lizzie: 8:00pm, Royal Coachman Pub, 250-286-0231. 84 Dogwood Street.

Dec 17, Sun~

Dec 18, Mon~

Mt. Washington Winter Wonderland: Dec. 17 through Jan. 2, 9am-9:30pmat the fabulous Mount Washinton ski resort when we transform into a Winter Wonderland Extravaganza. Mt. Washington Alpine Resort,250-338-1386. Strathcona Parkway.

Pier Street Christmas Craft Fair: See Dec 3 Christmas Carol Sing: Join us as we follow Jesus on our journey towards the heart of God. This special Sunday service we will also enjoy a Christmas Carol Sing, CR Baptist Church 250-287-8831. 260 S. Dogwood St. Love Came Down: A Christmas Celebration: 10:00am, Tidemark Theatre, You are invited to this special morning of music, hope and Christmas cheer. Special program for toddlers and preschoolers. Presented by Gateway Foursquare Church. Free, 250.287.8133. 1220 Shoppers Row. Fully Alive: Release Blocks to Authentic Living. For all of us, it’s hardest to stay open and aligned we’re with our family, dealing with deadlines, or in uncomfortable situations. In this experiential workshop, we’ll be taking

The Malarkey Mummers: A comedy about good vs evil, dark vs. light, and death and rebirth. Like most street theatre, verbal participation by the audience is encouraged. It comes complete with costumes and props and includes music, action, and plenty of good fun. 1:00pm, The Commons, Ironwood Mall, 250-9144401. 1400 Ironwood Street .

Dec 19, Tue~ Annual Artisan Christmas Market : 10:00am, Campbell River Art Gallery 250-287-2261. 1235 Shoppers Row. Poker Night at The Coachman: 6:00pm, Royal Coachman Pub, 250-204-9130. 84 Dogwood Street.

Quadra Island Folk Dance: See Dec 5

Dec 20, Wed~ New Movie Release: Jumanji:-Welcome to the Jungle Tastings and Tours @ Shelter Point Distillery: See Dec 6 Trivia Night: at Campbell River Golf & Country Cont. pg 20

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Christmas Parties

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Christmas Day Buffet 5pm seating. Pre-purchase non-refundable tickets.

Call for details.

Gift Cards available - valid at any Coast Hotel.

MISTLETOE EVENTS December 7th 11am Lunch December 8th 11am Lunch December 8th 6pm Dinner

Dave Blinzinger live music at the Dec. 8 Dinner. Non refundable tickets

must be pre-purchased by November 24th.

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Acclaimed James & Jamesy steep comic absurdity to rave reviews this Christmas.

Fans of Monty Python, Mr. Bean, and Dr. Seuss will delight in a rollicking Christmas romp through a world steeped in tea, as James & Jamesy present their uproarious, holiday-themed comedy, O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy, as part of their Pacific Northwest Tour.

David MacMurray Smith, Aaron Malkin, and Alastair Knowles are creators, performers, and educators of clown and physical theatre. Since 2013 James & Jamesy productions have been performed over 500 times across the UK, USA, and Canada. Their unique humour appeals to those of all ages – from children to adults – and fosters an inclusive atmosphere, encouraging of audience involvement.

“O Christmas Tea” Dec. 13, 7:30pm at Tidemark Theatre tickets at www.JamesandJamesy.com

Dec 22 Canadian Country Christmas in the PUB, tix $55, includes deluxe buffet.

Saturday Night music Dec 2 - Impalas Dec 9 - Straightjacket Dec 16 - Luke Blu Guthrie & Anela

Dec 31 New Years Eve Best Before Band Minors welcome with a guardian

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Christmas Favourites

Gift Baskets Gift Certificates Holiday Apples Rocky Pops & Brittles Candy & Fudge December Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30 - 9pm, Sat 9:30 - 6:30pm, Sun 11 - 5pm Discovery Mall • 1420 Island Hwy • 250-850-1199

ClubSee Dec 6.

Dec 21, Thu~ Winter Solstice: The shortest day of the year.

Wintertainment: Make It A Double. Acclaimed musical entertainer Matthew Krell with special guest Evan Grahek. An evening of two piano fun and virtuosity with a Christmas twist! $27 p.p 7:00pm, Tidemark Theatre. 250-287-7465.

1220 Shoppers Row. Woodland Gardens Carol Walk:Beautiful festive walk through the magical gardens at Kitty Coleman 7-9pm. 250338-6901. 6183 Whitaker Road.

Canucks vs Sharks: 7:30pm on NBCSCA and SNP.

Dec 22, Fri~

Schools out New Movie Releases: Downsizing, Fathers Figure, Pitch Perfect 3, The Six Billion Dollar Man. 50/50 Raffle and Meat Draws: See Dec 1 14TH Annual Canadian Country Christmas: 7:00pm, Royal Coachman Pub. Featuring Sean Hogan, Anela and Sue Medley. $55 includes a deluxe buffet, $30 without buffet. 250-2860231. 84 Dogwood Street.

Wintertainment: See Dec 21

Malarkey Mummers: See Dec 18th for descripton of show.. tonight at Serious Coffee.

250-337-5337. 1-2253 S. Island Highway.

Storm vs Victoria Cougars: Puck drops at 7:30pm. 250-830-0979.

225 S. Dogwood Street.

Duffy Live, Classic Rock, Dance Floor Party: at The Heriot Bay Inn 8:00pm, 250-285-3322.

673 Hotel Road.

Dec 23, Sat~ Campbell River Indoor Community Market: See Dec 9 Slopstacle Fun for all ages: 2:00pm-4pm, Strathcona Gardens .

Come prepared to get

covered in Jell-O and other goo. Messy, Wet, Aquatic Fun for all ages, 250-287-9234. 225 S. Dogwood Street.

Jam Sessions: See Dec 2.

Rock N Bowl: See Dec 1

Dec 24, Sun~ Winter Wonderland Christmas Eve Brunch: Christmas Eve Brunch at Painter’s - T’was the night before Christmas when all through the lodge...

Experience Christmas in our amazing Winter Wonderland with our famous Painter’s Sunday Brunch, presenting the year’s most popular dishes with a festive twirl!

10am-2pm. 250-286-1102.

Painters Lodge, 1625

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God Proclaimed: Join us for our special Christmas Eve service, one at 10am and again at 6:30pm. CR Baptist Church . 250-2878831. 260 S. Dogwood St. Christmas Eve Service: An inspiring evening of carols, the Christmas story, and candlelight.

A family event for all ages. 6:00pm, Gateway Foursquare Church.

250.287.8133. 403 5th Ave.

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Christmas Day New Movie Releases: The Greatest Showman, Molly’s Game Elves Ski Free: Elves deserve a ski day. Come dressed like an Elf or like 70’s Elvis and you ski FREE Mt. Washington. 250-3381386. Strathcona Parkway.

Dec 26, Tue~

Boxing Day: Torchlight Parade and Fireworks: An annual favourite! Free family fireworks display and Torchlight Parade, viewable from the Alpine Lodge. Fireworks and Parade start at 6:45pm, and festivities continue until 9pm. Mt. Washington.

250-3381386. Strathcona Parkway.

Dec 27, Wed~ Tiny Tots Riding Camp: 9-11am Dec. 27, 28 & 29 for ages 4-6, Tiny Tots Riding Camp. Kids will learn to groom, saddle, lead and ride a pony/ horse. Each rider has their own helper but a parent must still attend. Included is popcorn, a craft and petting farm fun! This is a small group so please call to pre-register. $160 p.p., Balance Equestrian Centre, 250-203-6042.

2105 Shetland Road.

Drop-In Sweets Potluck: 10:00am, CR Seniors Centre, 10am-1pm. 250914-4401. 1414 Ironwood Road.

The Gathering Place: See Dec 6

Dec 28, Thu~ Canucks vs Blackhawks:

7pm on SNP, SNO and SN360.

Dec 29, Fri~ 50/50 Raffle and Meat Draws: See Dec 1

Dec 30, Sat~ A New Year Paint Night: See Dec 16

Dec 30, Sat~ Canucks vs Kings: 7pm, on HNIC and FS-W. ,

Dec 31, Sun~ See Page 36 in this issue for all your New Years Events.

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FREE Winter Wonderland: Painter’s LodgeCome and see the first ever Winter Wonderland in Campbell River. The famous Painter’s Lodge has been magically transformed into a beautiful land of all things Christmas! Free to come and see! On display until Dec 30th. See the brand NEW Christmas gift store while you’re there and find something unique for your loved one.

1625 McDonald Rd. 1.888.999.2799.

FREE Farmers’ Winter Markets: 250.286.1177

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Christmas Markets: Happening ONLY for the first 3 Sunday’s in December! Maritime Heritage Centre, 10am3:30pm. 2 floors of hand & home-made, locally crafted items. 621 Island Hwy. (by donation) 250.287.7931.

Quadra Island Winter Market: 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month, 10am-2pm. Quadra Community Centre. 970 West Road Quadra Island. Oct 7 - Dec 16. Back again March 17 & 31. 250.285.3747.

Campbell River Indoor Community Market: Every 2nd Saturday, 10am-3pm. CR Common Mall, 1400 Ironwood Rd. Find us on facebook! crindoormarket@gmail.com FREE Annual “Artisan Market”: Campbell River Art Gallery: A special event just for Christmas time. Open NOW until Dec 24th! Browse the beautiful boutique of work created by regional artisans to find unique Christmas gifts! Open Mon-Sat, 10am-5pm. CR Art Gallery, 1235 Shoppers Row. 250.287.2261.

FREE Christmas Themed Art-Making: Super Saturdays at CR Art Gallery- Christmas themed crafts include; Dec 2nd, “Sock Snow People,” and Dec 16, “Festive Cards.” All ages. Just drop-in, 1-3pm. Everything supplied. 250.287.2261. crartgallery.com Christmas in the Gardens: Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens- This holiday season, visit the beautifully lit-up garden & Santa’s Barn every night from Dec 1-23, 5-9pm. Or bring your family to visit Santa’s Barn during the day, Dec 9-10, 16-17, 21-23, 11am-4pm.

Then on Thurs, Dec. 21st go for a magical Carol Walk through the beautifully lit-up garden while listening to

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Walk & Look at the Pretty Christmas Lights:

In your own neighbourhood: Put your jacket, toque & gloves on and go for a walk with your loved ones to see all the pretty Christmas lights & decorations people have put up on their houses this Christmas.

Play Board Games in Local Cafés: Blackfin Games Club. Come play with other people who love playing board games too. Different time & place each time. 250.202.3547, store.blackfin-games.com/

FREE LIVE MUSIC:

Royal Coachman Pub: Sundays Afternoon Music, 1-4pm, and Karaoke on Sundays, 8pm with Lizzie. 84 Dogwood Rd. 250.286.0231.

Eagles: Saturday Afternoon Jam, 4-8pm. 1999 14th Ave. 250.287.4990.

Riptide Pub: Ocean Front, Thursday evenings from 8pm.

1340 Island Hwy, Discovery Mall. 250.830.0044.

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Super Mario’s: Jam nights on Fridays 55 and Local Bands on

Saturdays. 8pm 3-2253 S Isl. Hwy. Willow Pt. 250.926.0606.

60 So-Cal Restaurant-:Fridays Blues & Jazz easy listening, 6.30-9.30pm. 2231 S Island Hwy. 250.923.7611.

Heriot Bay Inn (Quadra Island): Fri’s Live bands 9pm, Sat’s Open Mic 9pm. 673 Hotel Rd. (Quadra Island).

250.285.3322.

Ice-Skating:

Indoors at Strathcona Gardens- 2 Ice Arenas - Check the Winter 2017 Campbell River Rec. Guide for public skates times, lessons & special fun events. 225 S. Dogwood Rd. 250.287.9234.

Outside on a Frozen Lake: Echo Lake is usually the best for this, or surrounding ponds. Most suitable after a week of minus 0*C. Always check depth first. Take the Gold River Hwy #28, 20mins south west of Campbell River, to Echo Lake.

Hockey & Figure-Skating:

Strathcona Gardens- 2 Ice Arenas - Check the Winter 2017 Campbell River Rec. Guide for lessons & programs. 225 S. Dogwood Rd. 250.287.9234.

Cozy Cottages Fully Equipped Kitchen Hot Tubs Open Year Round Close to downtown

250-286-3344 2660 Spit Road, CR, thunderbirdrvpark.com

Cottage Stay* Buy 2 Nights Get a 3rd Night FREE until March 1

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Campbell River Storm Junior Hockey- Watch our local hockey team play-off against other island hockey teams.

Usually play Fridays, 7:30pm. Phone for dates & times, Strathcona Gardens ice arenas, 225 S. Dogwood Rd. 250.287.9234.

Campbell River Skating Club- Learn to the beautiful art of figure-skating. Or watch the pro’s perform their moves on ice! Strathcona Gardens, 225 S. Dogwood St. 250.287.2989.

Indoor Waterslide & Blow-up Water Obstacle Course: Strathcona Gardens Rec. Complex -Open on

special events & holidays. Phone for dates & times. 225 S. Dogwood Rd. 250.287.9234.

Floor Hockey: CR Community Centre- Different nights & times. 401 11 Ave. 250.286.1161.

Swimming Pools, Hot Tub, Sauna & Steam Room: Strathcona Gardens Rec Complex- Great place

to warm up on those cold wintery days & meet new friends while your kids go for a swim in the kiddie or the lap pool. 225 S. Dogwood Rd. 250.287.9234.

Christmas at the Museum -See the special Christmas exhibits at Campbell River’s Museum:

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Festival of Trees- . Vote your favourite tree and it could WIN the People’s Choice Award! Decorated by local businesses & organizations in town. On display & free to see, daily, 10am-5pm, until Dec 31st. crmuseum.ca. 470 Island Hwy. 250.287.3103.

Christmas at the Museum Everyone’s invited Sat, Dec. 2nd, 1-4pm. To experience Christmases from the past. There will be; decorated galleries to tour through, carols sung by CR Singers, Christmas stories & crafts, write a letter to Santa, holiday scavenger hunt, Christmas LEGO (kids can build lego ornaments for the Lego Tree featured in the Festival of Trees from 1-2:30pm)Santa on site, 2:30-3:30pm, Get a photo with Santa! www.crmuseum.ca. 470 Island Hwy. 250.287.3103.

Other Museums:

Maritime Heritage Centre See the Famous BCP45 Fishing Boat that is on the Canadian $5 bill. 2 floors of artifacts. Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm. Discovery Pier, Island Hwy. 250.286.3161.

Nuyumbalees Cultural Centre- Hundreds of years of First Nations artifacts and stories. Catch a ferry from Campbell River to Quadra Island. 3.4KM drive(7min) or bike(11min) from Quadra Ferry Terminal. Winter open hours are ThuSat, 10am-2pm. Cape Mudge, 34 Weway Rd, Quathiaski

Strathcona Gardens Recreation Complex 225 South Dogwood St. Campbell River

D e c e m b e r Events

North Pole Skate & Swim (All Ages) Grand opening of the North Pole. Santa there from 3-4pm. Kids get their photo taken with Santa.

Swim 12:30-4pm, Skate 1:30-4:30pm Dec 2 Friday Night Movies: skate on the leisure ice & watch “Cars 3”. 5:15-8pm Dec 8 Santa Swim (All Ages) Fun winter activities & Santa photos from 2pm. 12:30-4pm Dec 9 Cosmic Rock n’ Glow Swim (11-17) Pool games, challenges and fun. 6:30-9pm Dec 15 Holiday Ice Coloring Contest (All Ages) Paint your favourite Christmas scene or character on the leisure ice. 1:30-4:30pm Dec 16 Slopstacle (All Ages) slippery, sloppy obstacle course! Prizes for best wipe out! 2-4pm Dec 23

Family New Year’s Eve Celebration (All Ages) · Pond Hockey FREE! · Public Skating & Ice Games Dec. 31 · Swimming & Water Games · Active Family Games & Reptile Display · Face Painting & Tattoos · FREE Healthy Snacks & Concession Open Please bring a helmet/hockey stick! 5-9pm

Strathcona Gardens 250-830-6777 • www.strathconagardens.com

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40 Cove. 250.285.3733, www.nuyumbalees.com 45 FREE Petroglyphs: Find ancient petroglyphs during low tide at Nuyumbalees Cultural Centre (Weway Rd, Quadra Island) and at Tsa Kwa Luten Lodge (1, Lighthouse Rd. 250.285.3733.

FREE Elk Falls Suspension Bridge: Hangs 64mtrs above the Campbell River canyon floor offering a top to bottom view of Elk Falls. Located 4km’s along Gold River Hwy 28, turn onto Brewster Lake Rd. Park in John Hart Interpretive centre parking Lot. 1.4kms walk to the falls.

Wheelchair access.

FREE Hiking & Trails: See new alternate walks during BC Hydro construction. All trails open year round, with varied connecting routes. 1-10km walks. Ripple Rock Trail (8kms, 3hrs), Canyon View Trail (5kms), The Millennium Trail (2.4kms), Beaver Pond / Kingfisher Trail (1km), Quinsam River Trail (1km). Snowden Forest (many to choose from), Elk Falls Suspension Bridge (1.4kms), Beaver Lodge Forestlands (many to choose from), and Lower Myra Falls Trails (3min walk to several cascading beautiful waterfalls), and Black Creek Trail (behind the Discovery Foods grocery store at the corner of Regent & Glenmore Rd.) Helicopter Tours: 49 North Helicopters- See the..

Discovery Passage; (20mins), Magnificent flight along the Straight of Georgia. Desolation Sound; (45mins) Witness wildlife & natural beauty across 105 lakes.

Comox Glacier; (45mins) Stunning mountain flight over the beautiful Vancouver Island mountain range, to the famous Comox glacier. www.49northhelicopters.com, 250.202.4899.

FREE Frolfing:

Disc Golf Course- Discs available for rent or purchase at the Sportsplex. Free to play!

50 In the forest next to the Sportsplex, 1800 S Alder St. 55 250.923.7911.

60 Shooting: Campbell River Gun Club- Indoor & outdoor ranges. Junior to senior shooting. Learn safe gun handling and improve your aim. Lots of fun! Find us on facebook! 250.338.0483. http://crgunclub.bc.ca/

Indoor Squash, Racquet Ball, Badminton & Basketball Courts: Inside the Sportsplex, Alder Rd. 250.923.7911.

Holiday

Riding Camps

FREE to view Aboriginal Art Gallery & Gift Store: Awatin Aboriginal Art- 100% aboriginal-owned

business, featuring authentic aboriginal art, antiques & stones in their gallery. Open Tue-Sat, 10am-4pm. #104909 Island Hwy. 250.914.4452.

FREE to view First Nations Gift Shop: Wei Wai Kum House of Treasures- Discovery Mall, 1400 Wei Wai Kum Rd. Open 7 days/wk, 10am-5pm. 250.286.1440.

Wine Tastings, Wine Tours & Art Gallery: Coastal Black Estate Winery- Tasting Room & Art Gallery open every weekend, 11am-5pm (closed Christmas Eve & New Years Eve). Winery Tours available every Saturday (must book in advance, min. 8pp). 2186 B Endall Rd, Black Ck. www.coastalblack.ca, 250.337.8325.

• Beginners Camp Jan. 3-5 • Tiny Tots, ages 4-6 Dec. 27-29 • Great Christmas Gift Idea • Gift Certificates Available

250-203-6042

BalanceEquestrian@Outlook.com www.BalanceEquestrian.ca

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Fitness Programs & Drop-ins: Sportsplex, 1800 S Alder Rd, 250.923.7911. www.campbellriver.ca

Aqua Fitness, Swim Lessons & Gym: Programs for everyone from babies to seniors. Strathcona Gardens Rec. Complex, 225 S. Dogwood Rd. 250.287.9234.

FREE Paper Aeroplane Flying / RocketShooting / Kite-Flying: Go out to one of Campbell River’s grass fields and shoot a rocket, fly a kite, or make an oversized paper aeroplane! A great way to kill boredom over the colder months. Try Willow Point Park, Robron Park, Dick Murphy Park, Robert Ostler Park, Nunns Creek Park, or the park behind The Home Depot.

FREE Tennis: 2 tennis court facilities, back of the Sportsplex, off Penfield Rd. 250.923.7911. Or Centennial park, Cnr. of Alder & 4th Street.

Horseriding:

Balance Equestrian Centre- Horse riding lessons, shows, camps, special events & therapeutic riding. Indoor & outdoor arenas. Off Willis Rd, on Walworth Rd. Campbell River. 250.203.6042.

Given R Ranch- Campbell River’s premier western adventure outfiiter. Offering guided trail rides, pony rides, horsmanship lessons, pack trips & more. 250.895.1688. www.givenrranch.com Camp Homewood- Horseriding lessons in the winter (Dec 2) and resuming Jan. 13 in the new year! Kids 10+ can learn to ride, walk, trot & canter. Indoor arena. CHA Certified

instructor. Helmets provided. www.camphomewood.com, 250.285.3483.

10 & 5 Pin Bowling: Have a drink & pizza while you bowl! Leagues, drop-ins, arcade games, LOTS of pool tables & bowling prizes! Licensed restaurant. Best pizza in town. CR Bowling Centre, 16th Ave. 250.286.1177.

FREE Pool Tables & Dart Boards: The EaglesAnyone can play, non-members welcome too! 1999, 14th Ave. 250.287.4990.

Community Centre: (Bus schedules here). Crafts, cooking, sports, FREE family drop-in groups, plus more activities & classes from babies to seniors. 401 11th Ave, 250.286.1161.

FREE CR Library: Wifi & internet use. Kids storytime.

FREE DVDs, CD’s, Audio Books, Books, Ebooks & more for library card members. 1240 Shoppers Row. 250.287.3655.

Indoor Rock Climbing: On the Rocks Climbing Gym- Something for every age & skill level. 1980 N. Island Hwy. 250.287.7625. RockGym.ca Movie Cinema: Showcase Cinema- See a movie!

Visit landmarkcinemas.com/showtimes/campbell-river, to see which movies are playing now. 489 Dogwood St. 250.287.3266.

Oceanfront SeaWalk or Bike Ride: Campbell River Sea Walk- If the weather is nice enough, go for a stroll along the 8km seawalk. Mountain & ocean views the whole way!

FREE Wildlife Displays: Riversportsman- Bears, Cougars, Moose, Elks, Goats, Wolves and Canadian birdlife. Walk in and look up. 2115 Island Hwy. 250.286.1017.

FREE Whisky Distillery Tours & Tastings:

Shelter Point Distillery - Single Malt Distillery, A MUST

Thongs’s Jewellers is expanding..

The new larger Thongs store will be open early December.

#40-1270 Dogwood st.

Home Hardware Plaza

250.287.4042

Thongs

Jewellery & Repair

27 SEE! Spectacular location. Guided Tours & Self-Guided Tours & Tastings are FREE during open hours Wed-Sun, 12-5pm ‘til January. Gift Shop on-site. Private tours available (pre-book in advance). After hours guided tours available for $10/pp. 4650 Regent Rd, Oyster River. www.shelterpoint.ca, 778.420.220.

Mobile Outdoor Combat Games: Outdoor Laser Tag, Soft Archery, Mini Golf, and more! Groups of 10-36 players. All ages! We come to you! North Island Battle Field, 250.202.3484. www.northislandbattlefield.net

FREE Campbell River’s FAMOUS Fishing Pier: CR Discovery Fishing Pier- One of Campbell River’s iconic landmarks. Although the Café & rentals are closed for the winter you can still walk out onto the 600ft pier.

Great place for photos, and to watch industry tug boats & barges go by. The Maritime Heritage Centre is just across the parking lot with the famous BCP45 Fishing Boat on the Canadian $5 bill, and other fascinating marine artifacts. 655 Island Hwy. 250.914.1868.

FREE Beachcombing: Find the famous Driftwood Creations placed along surprise locations across Campbell River’s coast, crafted together by local artist, Alex Witcombe.

Things To Do

4 HOURS

Driving Skills:

Saratoga Speedway- Uniquely designed to improve driving skills, speed & control and most importantly to have fun! Open to ages 12yrs+.

Great way to prepare your child to become a professional racecar driver for the summer shows! 2380 Macaulay Rd. Black Creek. 250.337.5024. http://saratogaracing.ca

FREE Quadra Island Self-Guided Art Studio Tour: Open year-round, 11 studios. Brochures on ferry & Visitors Centre. Please phone ahead to ensure artists are available. 250.285.2547 or 250.285.3101. www. quadraislandarts.com FREE Mountain Bike Group Rides: All year-

round. Meets Mondays, 6:25pm, south entrance to Beaver Lodge Lands at the yellow gate parking lot.

Meets Thursdays at Swicked Cycles, 6pm. 1791 Spruce St. James, 250.914.2453.

Mountain Bike Group Rides: River City Cycle Club- Rides through Beaver Lodge Lands, Snowden Demonstration Forest, Pumphouse trails & beyond!

Beginner to advanced. Fun social active group. Become a member! Find us on facebook or email us, trails@ rivercitycycle.ca, www.rivercitycycle.ca Road Bike Group Rides: River City Cycle Club- Fun social active group. Weekly, recreational, & social rides.

Intermediate to advanced. Become a member! Find us on facebook or email us, road@rivercitycycle.ca, www. rivercitycycle.ca Quadra Island Outdoor Club: Trips 12months of the year. Hiking, Paddling, Cross-Country Skiing and Snowshoeing! www.qioutdoorclub.org, qioutdoorclub@gmail.com Christmas at the Winery: 40 Knots WineryEnjoy country Christmas tunes as you snack, sip wine & be merry! Performed by Sean Hogan, Sue Medley & Thomas Wade. 2400 Anderton Rd, Comox. 250.941.8810. www.40KnotsWinery.com FREE Waterfall Chasing: start at Elk Falls and drive along Hwy 28 to Gold River, there are 75 spectacular waterfalls to behold. Don’t miss Upper & Lower Myra Falls - a beautiful icy piece of nature.

Scuba Lessons & Snorkling with Seals: You might think winter is not a good time for scuba diving but actually the BEST visibility is in the winter! Crystal clear water with amazing things to see in the world beneath us! Suit up in a dry suit and experience the wonders of the ocean! Recreational, Technical Diving, First Aid, and Servicing Courses. Pacific Pro Dive & Marine Adventures, 1340 Island Hwy #129. 1.877.800.3483.

Sea Plane Tours: Corilar Charters- See all 105 lakes from the sky, from Tyee Spit to remote islands. www. corilair.com, 1.888.287.8366.

NOV 10 - DEC 24

BIG SAVINGS 30% OFF Lingerie & Ezzewear 40% OFF Clothing 50% OFF Scarves, Gloves,

Purses, Jewellery & Bathing Suits

Sizes 8-14 250.334.0840 438 5th St, Courtenay Mon to Sat 10 - 5

Shar-On’s

LADIES WEAR & ACCESSORIES

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Stocking Stuffer Ideas Fans for your iPhone - Macs Convenience Store Fun Tea Steepers - Storehouse Teas Flexible Camera Tripods - Phototech Fingerless Gloves - Needle & Arts | Merle Norman Hooded Scarf - Merle Norman Portable Power Bank Charger - Staples Cool thumb/Flash Drives - Staples Swarovski Crystal Pens - Prestons Makeup Brush - Merle Norman Titanium Unbreakable Wine Glass - Gourmet Essentials

No Tax

Tues-Fri 10 - 5 • Sat 10 - 4

$2 Racks in Both Stores

Selected Items, Shoes & Accessories Until Dec. 15 - Proceeds go to Food Bank

50% OFF Summer Stock $5 OFF New Fall/Winter Items Until Dec. 15

Classy Katz #1 80E Westgate Rd. 250-923-6066

Classy Katz Continued

Unit K - 2092 S.Island Hwy. 250-926-9466

Consignment Clothing

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Wellness Centre Health Matters Education Small Group Education Sessions delivered by a variety of Health Care Professionals.

Upcoming Classes: Living Well with COPD Wed. Jan. 10, 17, 24 1:30-4:00pm Heart Healthy Eating Thurs. Jan. 11, 1:00-2:30pm

Craving Change Mondays - 5 weeks Mon. Jan. 15, 22, 29 Feb. 5, & 19, 9:30-11:30 am Portion Distortion Wed. Jan. 17 10:30-11:30 am

Introduction to your Heart Thurs. Jan. 18 1:00-2:00pm Healthy Feet Tues. Jan. 23 1:30-4:00 pm Fueling Your Body Wed. Jan. 24, 10:30-11:30am

Portion Distortion

Complementary Medicines in Management ♥

Craving Change

Learn about common interactions &side effects of some of the popular alternative/ complementary medicines in the market today.

Learn how our environment tricks us into eating more than we think.

Understand WHY you eat the way you do, comfort yourself without food, change your thinking, change your eating.

Fuelling Your Body Learn how to eat to feel better & maximize your energy.

Healthy Feet Learn to keep your feet healthy, correct some problems and avoid issues; foot mapping and proper shoe fit. Suitable for everyone with a focus on foot concerns for those with diabetes.

A Good Night’s Sleep Learn about the behavioural and environmental factors that may be interfering with your sleep including Sleep Apnea.

Living Well With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease In this one class a week for 3 weeks education program, learn skills to manage COPD and adopt healthy new lifestyle behaviours. Are you using your inhalers properly? See us to learn how.

Intro to the Heart

♥

A short overview of your heart &how the electrical, plumbing and framing works together!

Medication Management ♥ Join this session with a hospital pharmacist to arm yourself with the knowledge to use your medications safely & effectively.

and Alternative Chronic Disease

Stress Response / Introduction to Mindfulness and Meditation ♥ Learn how the stress response in the body affects your health and how mindfulness&meditation can influence this, &help you to change your reaction to stress.

Heart Healthy Eating ♥ Learn about how you can improve your cholesterol or blood pressure with diet.

Hypertension ♥ Learn what hypertension (high blood pressure) is and how medications and lifestyle can help manage this very common medical condition.

Why Exercise is Good for the Heart ♥ Basic cardiac rehabilitation exercise guidelines & strategies to help overcome obstacles to making exercise a regular habit.

Talk with the Doc ♥ Have the opportunity to discuss with a physician any questions you may have about general health and wellness.

All Classes are Free & Open to Everyone

Pre-Register 250-286-7151 donna.mccoll@viha.ca ♥ Indicates part of Heart Matters Series

Look for new education opportunities coming soon!

Now at the new Hospital North Island Hospital, Campbell River Campus - 375 2nd Avenue.

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Campbell River

Senior’s Centre

250-914-4401 www.crseniors.com $5 Meals Daily - 11am-12:45pm except Dec. 25 - Jan.2 Kitchen Closed December Events: Exercises Dec. 1-22 Early Membership 10:30am-2:30pm Yoga - 9:30-10:30 Mon. Wed. & Fri. Beginner Line Dancing - 9:30 - 10:30 Tues Dec. 8 Christmas Lunch 11am-1pm, $10 Line Dancing - 10:30 - 12 Mon. & Fri. Dec. 18 Malarky Mummers 1pm Line Dancing (Adv) - 10:30 - 12 Wed. Dec. 27,28,29 Drop In Sweets Potluck: 10am-1pm

Cards & Activities

American Ma-Jong -12:15 - 3 Mon. Crib 12:30 - 3 Mon. Euchre 12-2:30 Wed & Fri

Hearts 1 - 2:30 Wed Bridge 10:30-3 Wed. Canasta - 12-3 Thur.

Bingo - 12:30 - 3 Tue & Thurs

Mexican Train - 12-3 Mon. Wed & Fri Mah-jong - 12:15-3 Mon & Fri

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Merry Christmas & Joyeux Noël to All

THE CHRISTMAS TRUCE Christmas 1914

Exhibit Nov. 14 - Jan. 13

Captain A. D. Chater was serving with the 2nd Battalion Gordon Highlanders when peace came briefly to the trenches. His letter to his mother describes the famous moment former enemies risked their lives to walk out into no-man’s land to wish each other a Happy Christmas and to play football.

Chater also described regiments on both sides using the brief respite from shelling to bury their dead “lying between the lines”. Joint burial services were held for German and British soldiers, he said, and former Movie: “Joyeux Nol” - every Wednesday in enemies posed for pictures December, 7pm together to commemorate the Reservations Required occasion.

HMCS Alberni Museum and Memorial 625 Cliffe Ave, Unit 5, Courtenay

250-897-4611

www.alberniproject.org

Complimentary Sleep Apnea Therapy Reassessment Getting a good night’s sleep DOESN’T have to look like this!

www.pacificsleep.ca Pacific Sleep Care WO4 Nanaimo Cowichan.indd 1

Nanaimo: #130 – 2124 Bowen Rd. 250.585.6151

Includes 25% off replacement mask and $300 off replacement machine.

"I have a new lease on life. I’m AWAKE again and a lot less tired."

A.F., Comox BC

Cowichan: 160 Jubilee Street 250.597.8958 02-17-2017 2:53 PM

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EVERY WEEK EVERY DAY Seniors Lunch: Monday to Friday, CR Seniors Ctr (CR Common), 11am1pm. 1426 Ironwood Rd. 250.914.4401.

QUADRA ISLAND: FREE Pool: The Landing Pub, all day, noon to 11pm. Quathiaski Cove Rd, right next to the ferry terminal. 250.285.2701.

.MONDAY Everyone Welcome Swim: Strathcona Gardens, leisure pool, 5:308pm, main pool, 6:30-8pm. 225 S Dogwood St. 250.287.9234.

Deep H2O Motion Fitness Class: Strathcona Gardens Rec Complex, 225 S Dogwood St, 8pm-8:45pm. 250.287.9234.

Pond Hockey: Strathcona Gardens Rec, 3-4pm. 225 S Dogwood St. Leisure Skate: Strathcona Gardens, 3-5pm & 6:30-8pm.

FREE Ripple Rock Square Dance Club: The Eagles Hall, 7PM. First two lessons free. 250.287.3959.

Industry Night: Sandtrap Restaurant & Lounge at the NEW Campbell River Golf & Country Club. For chefs & waitstaff where Monday is your Saturday, we have menu specials just for you! 7-9pm. 700 Petersen Rd. 250.287.4840.

Strathcona Big Band Rehearsals: Carihi School Band Rm, 7pm.

250.287.6328.

50+ Hand Quilting: CR Com Centre, 8:30-11:30am. 250.286.1161.

Group Mountain Bike Rides: Hosted by Swicked Cycles. Meets 6:25pm at south entrance to Beaver Lodge Lands at the yellow gate parking lot.

250.914.2453, chenoa@swickedcycles.com N.I. Mood Disorders Support Group: Feeling blue? Come join us!

Schizophrenia Society office, 5pm. 850-E 12th Ave. nimooddisorders@gmail.com Family Place Drop-in: All ages, 8:30-11am. Willow Point Children’s Ctr, 200 Larwood Rd. 250.923.0484.

Beginner Tai Chi: Sportsplex, 6-8pm. 250.240.3387.

Learn Spanish: Black Creek Comm Ctr, 6pm. (Text only) 250.204.2443.

Tiny Ribbon Dancers: Solstice Studio, 3:30-4:30pm. 151 Dogwood St.

Ribbon Dancers Team: Solstice Studio, 4:30-5:30pm. 151 Dogwood St. Intermediate Ribbon Dancers: Solstice Studio, 5:30-6:30pm. 151 Dogwood St. Laura, rhythmicribbondance@gmail.com Soup Kitchen Lunch: Salvation Army Lighthouse Centre, Mon-Fri, 11:30am-1:30pm. 1381 Cedar St. 250.287.3720.

FREE Family Gym: Community Ctr Gym, 10:30-11:30am. 250.286.5306.

FREE International Senior’s Group: Every other Monday, 10am12:30pm. CR Community Centre, 401 11 Ave. 250.286.1161.

Taking Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS): Lions Den. Weigh-in, 8:309:35am.

Crib: CR Legion. Register, 6:30pm. Game, 7pm. 250.286.6831.

Dodgeball: Miracle Beach School, 6:30pm, 337.5190.

Healing Rooms: 11am-1pm, 684 Isl. Hwy. 250.923.2312.

Archery Shoot: CR Fish & Wildlife Association. Instructions, 6-7pm. Shoot, 7-8pm. Steve Thompson, 250.923.3326.

QUADRA ISLAND: Chess: Community Centre, 4-5pm, room 2. Register early, 250.285.3243.

Sing For Joy: Comm Ctr, 1-2:30pm. 250.202.1003, singforpurjoy@gmail. com Parents & Tots: Quadra Community Ctr, 10am-12pm. 250.285.3243.

AA Meeting: Community Ctr, 7-9pm. 250.285.3243.

Fitness & Wellness: 8:30-9:30am. Drop-in fee. Jeannie, 250.285.3505.

Re-Enchant with Melodies: Community Ctr, 3pm. 250.285.3243.

Yoga: Comm Ctr, Room 3, 10-11:30am josephine@yogamama.org CORTES ISLAND: Drum Circle: 542 Sirene Rd. Cortes. 7-9pm. Paul, hugogo@gmail.com

TUESDAY

Poker: Royal Coachman, 6:00pm. 84 Dogwood St. 250.286.0231.

Beginners Line Dancing:CR Comm Centre 9:30-11am. 250-923-8474 Ladies Learn to Ride: Balance Equestrian Centre, 6-8pm. 2105 Shetland

L ove t he Skin You , re In For flawless skin from head to toe, our new Cutera Excel HR Laser can treat the following; • Unwanted hair • Fine lines and wrinkles • Acne and scarring • Sun damage • Uneven tone and texture • Facial redness Gift Certificates 2780 S. Island Hwy info@sagespacr.com

250-926-6633 www.sagespacr.com

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Permanent Cosmetics

with Cathy Corbett • Cosmetic Tattooing: Eyebrows, Eyeliner, Full Lip Tint, Lip Liner • Microblading for Eyebrows • 3D Brows (Microblading & Cosmetic Tattooing Combination) for a complimentary consultation

250-926-6633 Rd. (Corner of Walworth Rd & Willis Rd). 250.203.6042.

Toonie Tuesday: CR Bowling Centre, 5-10pm. $2/Game. $2/Shoes. 1661 16 Ave. www.crbowling.com, 250.286.1177.

Spanish Conversation Group: Royal Coachman, 6:30pm.

250.830.0140.

Everyone Welcome Swim: Strathcona Gardens Rec Complex, in the leisure pool, 5:30-8pm. 225 S Dogwood St. 250.287.9234.

Kayak Practice: Strathcona Gardens (shallow main pool), 6:30-8pm. Then from 8-9pm, all pools, for ages 16yrs+. 225 S. Dogwood St, 250.287.9234.

Fluid Motion Fitness Class: Strathcona Gardens Rec, 8pm-8:45pm. 225 S Dogwood St. 250.287.9234.

FREE -Wine Tastings & Tours: 40 Knots Winery. Open Tues, 1-5pm.

Have complimentary wine tastings, take a self-guided tour or for a more memorable experience book in for a private Tasting/Picnic/Cellar Tour. 2400 Anderton Rd, Comox. 250.941.8810. www.40KnotsWinery.com.

SMART Recovery: The leading SELF-EMPOWERING addiction recovery support group. Every Tue, 6-7:30pm, #207 - 1040 Shoppers Row. 250.850.2620.

Daybreak Rotary Meeting: Maritime Heritage Centre, 6:45-8am. www.campbellriverrotary.org Youth Group: CR Baptist Church, 7-9pm. For grades 6-12. 260 S. Dogwood St. 250.287.8831.

CR White Cane Chapter Meet: Every 3rd Tue, 1:30-3pm. Berwick by the Sea, 1353 16th Ave. For the low vision or blind. Evelyn 250.286.4811 or Lorraine 250.923.8546 Bethany Lutheran Kids Club: Bethany Lutheran Church, 3-5pm. Gr 1-5.

Story, games, snacks, crafts & more. 201 Birch St. 250.287.7771.

Weight Watchers: Maritime Heritage Ctr, 11:30am. 250.286.3161.

Soup Kitchen Lunch: Salvation Army Lighthouse Ctr, Mon-Fri, 11:301:30pm. 1381 Cedar St. 250.287.3720.

FREE -International Co-Ed Adult Soccer: Every Tuesday (except school holidays). Robron Centre, 7:30-9pm. 740 Robron Rd. 250.830.0171.

(Sept-May).

Early Learning: Community Ctr, 9am-1:15pm, 3-5yrs. 250.286.5306.

TOPS: Lutheran Church. Weigh in, 7:45am. Meeting: 9:05am.

Aikido/Martial Arts: Southgate School, 6:30-8:30pm. 250.203.3237.

CR Gun Club: Jr 11-17yrs. 7pm. Mark, 250.286.1550.

Coached Runs: River Runners Club, Sportsplex, 6pm.river-runners.ca/ Discovery Toastmasters: Community Ctr. 12-1pm. 250.286.4273.

Air Cadets: CR Airport, 6:30pm, 12-19yrs. 250.923.1001.

CR Newcomers: 1st Tue of month, 7pm. 1351 Ironwood St. Options for Sexual Health (OPT): Drop-in, 7-9pm. Health Unit, Tyee Plaza. 830.7603.

SMART Recovery: Addiction recovery group. CR Mental Health & Substance Use, 6-7:30pm, #207-1040 Shoppers Row. 250.850.2620.

QUADRA ISLAND: Bootcamp: Community Centre,6:30-7:30pm. Registration required. Marion Eberlein, 250.850.4914, or email marionebe@gmail.com Folk Dancing: Comm Centre 7:30-9:30pm. Ends Dec 19. 250.285.3849.

Re-Enchant with Melodies: Lions Den. 7:30-9pm.

Al-Anon: Children Centre, 7:30pm. 972 West Rd. 250.830.1088.

AAs: Last Wed. of month. Quadra United Church, 7pm. 250.285.3656.

Zumba with Pam: Community Ctr, 6:20-7:20pm.

Yoga: Community Centre, 5pm. Trinity, 250.203.4529 Yoga at West Rd: 9-10:30am. 250.285.3065 Yoga with Trinity: 5-6:30pm Community Centre.

MONDAYTrivia Night: Sandtrap Restaurant & Lounge at the NEW Campbell River Golf & Country Club, 7-9pm. Teams of 2-6 people. Prizes! Plus, drink & appy specials. 700 Petersen Rd. 250.287.4840.

Celebrating One Year in our New Location Christmas Specials In-Store FASHIONS

M.I.K.O.

1140 Shopper’s Row 250-287-9577 www.georgies.ca

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EVERY WEEK - continued Shelter Point Distillery Free Tastings & Tours: Wed-Sun, 12-5pm, until January. 4650 Regent Rd, Oyster River. www.shelterpoint.ca, 778.420.220.778.420.220.

Drop-in Basketball: Sportsplex, 7:30pm. 1800 S Alder St. 250.923.7911.

Everyone Welcome Swim: Strathcona Gardens Rec Complex. In the leisure pool, 5:30-8pm. In the main pool, 6:30-8pm. 225 S Dogwood St. 250.287.9234.

Deep H2O Motion Fitness Class: Strathcona Gardens Rec Complex, 225 S Dogwood St, 8pm-8:45pm. 250.287.9234.

Pond Hockey: Strathcona Gardens Rec Complex, (1/2 ice), 3-4pm. 225 S Dogwood St. 250.287.9234.

Leisure Skate: Strathcona Gardens Rec Complex, 3-5pm & 6:30-8pm.

225 S Dogwood St. 250.287.9234.

50+ Hand Quilting: CR Community Centre, 8:30-11:30am, room 2. 401 11 Ave. 250.286.1161.

50+ Drop-in Painting: CR Community Centre, 9:30am-1pm, craft room. 401 11 Ave. 250.286.1161.

FREE -Admission to the CR Museum: All year ‘round for Campbell River LOCALS ONLY. 470 Island Hwy. 250.287.3103.

Mountain Bike Group Rides: River City Cycle Club- Intermediate rides through Snowden Demonstration Forest. Meet at lost lake parking lot at 6pm. Fun social active group. Become a member! Find us on facebook or email us, trails@rivercitycycle.ca, www.rivercitycycle.ca Road Bike Group Rides: River City Cycle Club meets 5pm at the Sportsplex for a 1.5hr ride. Fun social active group. Weekly, recreational, & social rides. Intermediate to advanced. Become a member! Find us on facebook or email us, road@rivercitycycle.ca, www.rivercitycycle.ca Noon Rotary Meeting: Maritime Heritage Centre, 12-1pm. www.

campbellriverrotary.org CR Community Band Rehearsals: Carihi Secondary School (Band Room), 7:30pm. Last one in early May 2018. 250.287.6328.

TOPS: John Perkins Building, in the lounge at 6pm. Weigh-in - 6pm.

Meeting - 7pm Sing For Joy: Lions Den (across from Thrifty’s), 3-4:30pm. 250.202.1003 Family Place Drop-in: Community Ctr, 1-3pm. All ages. 250.286.1161.

Family Place Drop-in: M’akola Housing Society, 3pm. For children grades 1-5. Gathering Place, 300 Robron Rd. Karen Chappell, karen. chappell@campbellriver.ca, 250.923.7911.

Ribbon Dancers Performance Team: Solstice Studio, 3:304:40pm. 151 Dogwood St. Laura, rhythmicribbondance@gmail.com CR Yeehaa Line Dancing: Beginners starts at 6:30-7:30pm at the Willow Point Hall, Line Dancing Improvers Class is from 7:30-8:30pm in Willow Point Hall as well. Call Debra at 250-923-8474 for details.

Power House 4 Kidz: (K-Gr6) CR Baptist Church, 6-8pm, 260 S. Dogwood St. Leora, 250.287.8831.

CR Bonsai Club: Every 2nd Wednesday. Sybil Andrews Cottage, Willow Point. brianingle55@hotmail.com Salvation Army Family Services: Food hampers, clothing vouchers & kitchen set-ups. Lighthouse Centre, 9am-11:30am. 1381 Cedar St. Carol, 250.287.2699.

Soup Kitchen Lunch: Salvation Army Lighthouse Centre, Mon-Fri, 11:30-1:30pm. 1381 Cedar St. 250.287.3720.

Family Place: Olive Branch Parent Support Group. Health Unit/Tyee Plaza, 10-11:30am. 250.286.5306.

Family Gym: Community Ctr Gym, 10:30-11:30am. Free! 250.286.5306.

Beginner Tai Chi: Sportsplex, 6pm-7:30pm. 250.240.3387.

Teen Drop-in Gym: Sportsplex, 2:30-4:30pm 250.286.5305.

Sub-Zero, the preservation specialist.

Wolf, the cooking specialist.

You’ll find them only at your local kitchen specialist.

You won’t find them in ordinary kitchens.

Or at ordinary stores.

250-334-3666 www.courtenayappliances.ca

Beginner Tai Chi: Sportsplex. 7:30pm-9pm. 250.286.9768.

Diabetic Drop-in: CR Hospital, Wellness Ctr, 2:30-3:30pm.

250.286.7150.

VIHA Flu Clinic: St. Pat’s Church, 3-6pm. 850.2110.

CR Toastmasters: Community Centre, 7-8:30pm. 250.286.0143.

CR Gun Club Shoot: Indoor range. 7-9pm. Quinsam Rd. Glen, 250.202.9729.

Tai Chi: Black Creek Community Hall, 7:30-8:30pm. 250.337.5190 Multi-cultural Family Place: Robron Ctr, 6:30-8pm. 250.923.4918.

Family Storytime: CR Library, 10:30-11am. For ages 0-36months.

250.287.3655.

Midnight Shuttles: Spinners & Weavers, 1st Wed of month, 7pm. Sybil Andrews Cottage, 2131 S. Island Hwy. 250.923.3889.

Friendship Quilters Guild Meeting: 2nd Wed monthly.

Community Ctr, 7pm.

Toastmasters: Community Ctr, Room 1, 7-8:30pm. 250.830.3839.

Al-Anon: St Patrick’s Church, 12-1pm. 250.830.1088.

QUADRA ISLAND: U of Q: (University of Quadra) HBI 7pm. 673 Hotel Rd. 250.285.3322.

The Men’s Group: Quadra Community Ctr, 6:30pm. 250.285.3243.

Total Body Sculpt: Comm Centre (upstairs) 8:45-9:45am.

250.850.4914, or email marionebe@gmail.com Community Kitchen Lunch: Comm Ctr, 12pm. 250.285.3243.

FREE Firewood: Pick-Up/Drop-Off. Comm Centre, 1pm. Mornay 250.202.3422, or Alan 250.285.3544.

Food Bank: 1-2pm. 1st & 3rd Wed’s. Comm Ctr. 250.286.1161 Yoga with Trinity: Community Ctr, 10am-11:30am Moms & Baby Group: Community Ctr, 11am-12pm, 250.285.3243.

THURSDAY

$10 All You Can Bowl: CR Bowling Ctr, 5-10pm. 1661 16 Ave. www. crbowling.com, 250.286.1177.

50/50 & Meat Draws: The Eagles, 5pm. 1999 - 14 Ave. 250.287.4990.

Everyone Welcome Swim: Strathcona Gardens Rec. Leisure Pool 5:308pm. Main Pool 6:30-8pm. 225 S Dogwood St. 250.287.9234.

Youth Swim: Strathcona Gardens Rec, 8-9pm. 225 S Dogwood St. Pond Hockey: Strathcona Gardens Rec, (full ice) 3-5pm.

Leisure Skate: Strathcona Gardens Rec, 5:15-8pm. 225 S Dogwood St. 50+ Crochet & Knitting: Comm Centre, 9:30-11:30am, 250.286.1161.

Bible Study: Christian Life Fellowship, 7pm. 445 Merecroft Rd, 250.287.3476.

50+ Young at Heart: 2nd & 4th Thurs of the month. CR Baptist Church,

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10-11am, 260 S. Dogwood St. Leora, 250.287.8831.

SMART Recovery: addiction recovery support group. Every Fri, 12-1pm, #207 - 1040 Shoppers Row. 250.850.2620.

Group Mountain Bike Rides: Hosted by Swicked Cycles. Meets Thursdays at Swicked Cycles, 6pm. 1791 Spruce St. James, 250.914.2453.

Sport Fit Group Run: River Runners Campbell River Club, meet at Beaver Lodge Trails Trask Rd. trail head, 5:30pm. All fitness levels welcome.

Live Blues & Jazz Easy Listening Music: SoCal Restaurant & Lounge, 6:30-9:30pm. 2231 S Island Hwy (Willow Point). 250.923.7611.

Jam Night at Super Mario’s: Super Mario’s Bar & Lounge, 8pm. 2253 S Island Hwy, 250.926.0606, find us on facebook!

FREE Shelter Point Distillery Free Tastings & Tours: WedSun, 12-5pm, until January. 4650 Regent Rd, Oyster River. www.shelterpoint.ca, 778.420.220.778.420.220.

DJ & Dancing: Voodoo Lounge, doors @ 10pm. 1140 Ironwood Rd. 250.286.1841.

Family Place Drop-in: Community Ctr, 1-3pm. All ages. 250.286.1161.

Beginners Quilting: 14yrs+, 10am-12noon, Comm Ctr, 250.286.1161.

Storytime: Ages 5yrs and under. CR Library, 10:30am. 250.287.3655.

Teen Improv Drop-In: Solstice Studio, 6pm. 151 Dogwood St. FREE International Women’s Group: Every other Friday, 11:45am1:15pm. CR Community Centre, 401- 11 Ave. 250.830.0171.

FREE Family Rec Night: 5:30-8:30pm. 740 Robron Rd. 250.830.0171.

Aikido/Martial Arts: Southgate School, 6:30pm. Troy 250.203.3237.

Salvation Army Family Services: Food hampers, clothing vouchers & kitchen set-ups. Lighthouse Centre, 9am-11:30am. 1381 Cedar St. 250.287.2699 Soup Kitchen Lunch: Salvation Army Lighthouse Centre, Mon-Fri, 11:301:30pm. 1381 Cedar St. 250.287.3720 FREE Family Gym: Sportsplex Gym, 10:30-11:30am. 250.286.5306.

Teen & Family Night: Comm Ctr, DROP-IN, 6:30-10pm. 250.286.1161 Youth Group: Christian Life Fellowship, Gr6-8, 7:30pm.

250.287.3476.

Youth Group: St. Patrick’s Church, 6:30-8:30pm, Gr 6-12.

250.287.3498.

Gamblers Anonymous: St. Patricks Church, 7pm.

250.287.3498.

Toddler Time: Community Ctr, 9:30-11:30am. 250.286.1161.

Weight Watchers: Maritime Heritage Ctr, 11:30am.

250.286.3161.

SMART Recovery: recovery group. CR Mental Health & Substance Use, 12-1pm, 207-1040 Shoppers Row. 250.850.2620.

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Painter's Lodge Brunch

End the year on a high note, starting with a glass of Mimosa followed by a special holiday brunch. Painter's Lodge, 10am. 1625 McDonald Rd. 250.286.1102. $59/person.

Painter's Lodge New Year’s Eve

Celebrate New Year's Eve in style with a fivecourse meal with venison carpaccio, scallops and salmon terrine. Wrap up the year with dancing and live music. $79/person or an extra $30 with the three-course wine pairing. Space is limited!

Stay the night with our *Special Resident Rate, phone for more info. Painter's Lodge, 5:30pm.

1625 McDonald Rd. 250.286.1102.

Strathcona Gardens Family First Night

Bring in the New Year with your family at our Free Family Swim and Skate from 5-9pm. There will be activities for all ages and free snacks.

Admission and skate rentals are free for this celebration. Strathcona Gardens Rec Complex, 5pm. 225 S. Dogwood St. 250.830.6777.

Heriot Bay Inn New Year’s Eve

Ring in the New Year with a three or five-course dinner in The Herons, your choice!. Entertainment with The Thievin Brothers with Casey Ryder & Kate Alexandra. Three-course $65; five-Course $95. Dinner 5-10pm. Music 6:30-9:30pm; $10 entertainment fee. Reservations recommended; add-a-room $59. Just next door dance in the pub with the “Blue Cats”, music starts at 9pm.

Midnight snacks! No cover charge. Heriot Bay Inn, 673 Hotel Rd., Quadra Island. 250.285.3322.

The Anchor Inn’s NYE Dinner & Dance

Ring in the New Year with friends and family at the Anchor Inn. Cocktails at 6pm, Extravagant Dinner Buffet at 7pm, and dance the night away from 8pm-1am with DJ Misko, known for his skills in reading a crowd and getting everyone on the dance floor! $40/person for Party, Dinner & Dance. Or for only $169/couple (plus tax) you can have all that plus an overnight stay with breakfast included! Party favours at midnight & late night snacks! Cash bar & drinks. This NYE party is usually a sell-out event! Reserve today! Anchor Inn and Suites, 261 Island Hwy. 250.286.1131.

New Year’s at The Eagles

Ring in the New Year at The Eagles with live band, “10 Time Bigger”. $20. 7pm. 250.287.4990.

Royal Coachman Pub New Year’s Eve

Celebrate with friends & family at The Royal Coachman. Dinner from 5pm and LIVE band, “Best Before” starts at 9pm. Dancing, door prizes, good food, good company and always a good time! 84 Dogwood St. 250.286.0231.

Quadra Legion Celebration

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Dave's Bakery 2190 S. Island Hwy.

250-923-4000

Mudslingers 84 Dogwood St.

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Parents & Tots: Community Ctr, 10am-12pm. 250.285.3243.

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250.285.3243.

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250.285.3243.

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White Light/Meditation: 1-2:30pm. Upper Realm.

Acoustic Jam: Spirit Books, 8pm. 250.285.2807 or 250.285.2314.

Drumming: 1515 Hyacinthe Bay Rd, 2-3:30pm. 250.285.3606.

FRIDAY

50/50 & Meat Draws: The Eagles, 5pm. 1999 - 14 Ave. 250.287.4990 Rock N Bowl: CR Bowling Ctr, 9pm-12am. 1661 16 Ave. www. crbowling.com, 250.286.1177.

Everyone Welcome Swim: Strathcona Gardens Rec Complex. Leisure Pool 5:30-8pm. Main Pool 6:30-8pm. 225 S Dogwood St. 250.287.9234.

Youth Swim: Strathcona Gardens Rec. 8-9pm. 250.287.9234.

Pond Hockey: Strathcona Gardens Rec. 3-5pm. 225 S Dogwood St. Leisure Skate: Strathcona Gardens Rec., 5:15-8pm. 225 S Dogwood St. 250.287.9234.

SMART Recovery: addiction recovery support group. Every Fri, 12-1pm, #207 - 1040 Shoppers Row. 250.850.2620.

Live Blues: SoCal Restaurant & Lounge, 6:30-9:30pm. 2231 S Island Hwy 250.923.7611.

Jam: Super Mario’s Bar & Lounge, 8pm. 2253 S Island Hwy, 250.926.0606 FREE Shelter Point Distillery Free Tastings & Tours: WedSun, 12-5pm, until January. 4650 Regent Rd, Oyster River. shelterpoint.ca DJ & Dancing: Voodoo Lounge, doors @ 10pm. 1140 Ironwood Rd. 250.286.1841.

Family Place Drop-in: Comm Ctr, 1-3pm. All ages.

250.286.1161.

Beginners Quilting: 14yrs+, 10am-12noon, Comm Ctr, 250.286.1161.

Storytime: Ages 5/U. CR Library, 10:30am. 250.287.3655.

FREE International Women’s Group: Every other Friday, 11:45am-1:15pm. Campbell River Community Centre, 401 11 Ave. 250.830.0171.

FREE International Family Recreation Night: Every other Fri. Robron Centre, 5:30-8:30pm. 740 Robron Rd. 250.830.0171.

Salvation Army Family Services: Food hampers, clothing vouchers & kitchen set-ups. Lighthouse Centre, 9am11:30am. 1381 Cedar St. Carol, 250.287.2699 Soup Kitchen Lunch: Salvation Army Lighthouse Centre, Mon-Fri, 11:30-1:30pm. 1381 Cedar St. 250.287.3720 FREE Family Gym: Sportsplex Gym, 10:30-11:30am. Free!

250.286.5306.

Teen & Family Night: Com. Ctr, 6:30-10pm. 250.286.1161 Pottery Drop-In: CR Com. Ctr, 1-4pm. 250.286.1161.

Archery Open Shoot: CR Fish & Wildlife, 6:30-8pm.

250.923.3326.

Youth Group: St. Patrick’s Church, 6:30-8:30pm, 250.287.3498.

Gamblers Anonymous: St. Patricks Church, 7pm.

250.287.3498.

Toddler Time: Com. Ctr, 9:30-11:30am. 250.286.1161.

Song Circle: 7-9pm. maddog13@shaw.ca SMART Recovery: addiction recovery group. CR Mental Health & Substance Use, 12-1pm, #207-1040 Shoppers Row. 250.850.2620 QUADRA ISLAND: Spinners/Knitters: Comm Centre, 10am, 250.285.3750.

Friday Painters: Comm Ctr 10:30am-2:30pm. Perry 250.285.3945.

Fitness & Wellness: 8:30-9:30am. Drop-in fee.

250.285.3505.

AA: Quadra United Church, 8pm. 250.285.3163.

Rockin’ Live Band: Heriot Bay Inn, 9pm. 673 Hotel Rd., 250.285.3322.

Acoustic Jam: Spirit Books, 8pm. 250.285.2807 or 250.285.2314.

Drumming: 1515 Hyacinthe Bay Rd, 2-3:30pm.

250.285.3606.

SATURDAY

Afternoon Jam: The Eagles, 4-8pm. 1999 - 14 Ave. 250.287.4990.

Rock N Bowl: CR Bowling Ctr, 7pm-12am. 1661 16 Ave. www.crbowling.com, 250.286.1177.

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EVERY WEEK - continued Swim, Skate & Pond Hockey: Strathcona Gardens Rec Complex. 225 S Dogwood St. 250.287.9234.

Pond Hockey Night in Canada: Strathcona Gardens Rec 5:45-7:15pm. 250.287.9234.

Blues & Jazz: SoCal Restaurant & Lounge 2231 S Island Hwy 250.923.7611.

Live Music: Super Mario’s Bar & Lounge, 8pm. 250.926.0606 FREE Shelter Point Distillery Tastings & Tours: Wed-Sun, 12-5pm, until January. 4650 Regent Rd.shelterpoint.ca Wine Tasting, Tours, Art: Coastal Black open every weekend, 11am-

5pm. Winery Tours Sat’s (advanced booking required, min. 8pp). 2186 B Endall Rd, Black Ck. www.coastalblack.ca, 250.337.8325.

Community Market: 10am-3pm. CR Common Mall, 1400 Ironwood Rd. FREE Home Depot Kids Workshop Days: Must have parent supervision (please phone ahead) 1482 Island Hwy. 250.286.5400.

DJ & Dancing: Voodoo Lounge, doors @ 10pm. 1140 Ironwood Rd. 250.286.1841.

Half Marathon Training: CR Runners Club. 250.923.6404 Weight Watchers: Maritime Heritage Ctr, 9:30am. 250.286.3161.

Bootcamp: Black Clack Community Centre, 9-10am. 250.337.5190.

Catholic Mass: St. Patrick’s Parish, 34 S. Alder St. 5pm, 250.287.3498.

QUADRA ISLAND: Winter Market: 10am Comm Centre. til Dec 16. 250.285.3747.

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Meat Draw: The Eagle’s, 4pm. 1999 14th Ave. 250.287.4990.

Auto Cross: 3rd Sunday of the month. Bring your own vehicle. Test & improve your driving skills. 10am-2:30pm. Rain or shine. Saratoga Speedway, 2380 Macaulay Rd, Black Creek. 250.337.5024.

Everyone Welcome Swim, Skate & Pond Hockey: Strathcona Gardens Rec Complex, 225 S Dogwood St. 250.287.9234.

Church Service: CR Vineyard Church, 10am. 250.923.1338.

Salvation Army Service: 10:30am, 291 McLean St. 250.287.3720.

Salvation Army Soup Kitchen: Light House Centre, 7pm. 1381 Cedar St. 250.287.3720.

Run Club: 7:30am. Dogwood & Hilchey, murrayga@telus.net AA: Heritage Hall, Sayward, 7:30pm. 250.282.0192 Al-Anon: 7th Day Adventist Church, 7:30pm. 250.830.1088.

Catholic Mass: St. Patrick’s Parish, 34 Alder St. 250.287.3498.

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