Campbell River August 2018 - What's On Digest

CAMPBELL RIVER, GOLD RIVER, QUADRA ISLAND, NRTH ISL.

AUGUST 2018

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MUST SEE EVENTS AUG 1, 8, 15

CAMPBELL RIVER LIVE STREETS CR Live Streets are happening in downtown Campbell River every Wednesday. Find, Chalk Fest, DETAILS IN CALENDAR. Show on the Row, and more!

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CAMPBELL RIVER DOG SHOW Rally Obedience Trials and Conformation

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SALMON FEST Annual Loggers Sport Competition and the all new Highland Games.

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WOOD TO WONDER - GOLD RIVER DAYS Wood carving by national champions, Greasy Pole contest Go Karts, ball tournemant and more!

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›› WEDNESDAY AUGUST 01 Chalkfest: Create a chalk masterpiece on the street or watch the pros. Prizes for family, individual, professional, & a group. 5:30pm at Spirit Square, Downtown CR. 250-203-9981 Active Tots Camp (3-4 years): Wiggle, giggle, & move while working on physical literacy skills. 9am at Campbell River Sportsplex.

Wild Child Camp (Ages 8-12): 3-day camp. Learn proper back pack packing, clothing preparation, basic first aid, plant ID, etc! 1pm at Quadra Isl Comm Centre. 250-388-696 Intro to Golf (Ages 8-12): (Every Wed) A fun intro to golf! Meet Jim & learn basic rules, etiquette, & technique.. 6pm at Storey Creek Golf Course, 2084 Saratoga Rd. 250-337-2208 Men’s Night Golf: (Every Wed) Dinner, prizes, laughter. Reg. 7-days in adv in clubhouse or through Pro Shop. 1:30pm at Storey Creek Golf Course, 300 McGimpsey Rd. 250-923-3673

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CR Live Streets: (Every Wed) Summer night air public events. 5:30pm in Downtown CR.

›› THURSDAY AUGUST 02 Blast Off! Galaxy Slime Making (5 & up): Make galaxy slime & explore moon rocks like astronauts.

2pm at CR Library. 250-287-3655 N.I.Stroke Support Group: Opportunity for stroke survivors, families, friends, & caregivers to listen, learn, express, & share. 3pm at CR Wellness Centre, 375 2nd Ave. 250-286-7172 Shadow Puppet Theatre: Create your shadow puppet theater with re-purposed materials. 3pm at Impressions: Custom Framing & Art Supplies, 990 B Shoppers Row. 2502861612 Active Tots Camp (3-4 years): (See Aug 1) Wild Child Camp (Ages 8-12): See Wed Aug 1) Seniors Morning Golf: (Every Thurday) Members & Guests. Play different events each week. Lunch & prizes. 8:30am at Storey Creek Golf Course, 300 McGimpsey Rd. 250-923-3673 Speedy ride-on toys: (Every Mon & Thur) Parents/ Grandparents & Tots. Mingle & compare parenting notes! 10am at Quadra Isl Comm Centre. 250-388-7696 Trading Card Game Night: (Every Thurs) Magic The Gathering, Pokemon, Yu-Gi-Oh & more. Play, Trade, Learn. All Ages, All Experience welcome. 4pm at Unveiling Toys, 975A Shoppers Row. 778-348-1705

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›› FRI AUGUST 03 Elder’s Insight Fun Fri: An afternoon of storytelling & First Nations culture! Elder Evelyn Voyager. Guided tour & crafts. 11am at CR Museum.

Quadra Skate Day (Ages 6-12): Learn the basics of skateboarding. Find your balance, improve your skills! Bring your helmet! 11am at Quadra Isl Comm Centre. 250-388-7696 Glam & Jam on Quadra (Ages 8+): Come dressed colourful, sparkly outfits. Makeover hair, nails & makeup and runway! 4pm at Quadra Isl Comm Centre. 250-388-769 Gold River Legion Meat Draw: (Every Fri) Delicious burgers & fun meat draws starting at 6pm. 5pm at Gold River Legion, 405 Trumpeter Drive. 250-283-2516 Rock n’ Bowl: (Every Fri & Sat) Awesome glow in the dark lanes, great music, licensed facility all equal a great time. 7pm at CR Bowling Centre. 250-286-1177 Homeless Outreach & Prevention Support: (Every Fri) Speak privately to John Howard Society Housing Coordinators. 11am at CR Library. 250-287-3655

›› SATURDAY AUGUST 04 Icecream Weekend at the Aquarium: Visit the aquarium and get a discount on ice cream from the Discovery Pier concession. 10am at Discovery Passage Aquarium.

Saratoga Speedway Races: Monster Trucks, Crash to Pass Cars, Hornet Cars, Rd Runners, Mad Max Extreme Racing. Gates open at 5:30. Rain or shine.

7pm at Saratoga Speedway. 250-337-5024 Flower Ridge-B2p2: Bring your overnight gear!

Steep, rough, & dry trail up from Buttle Lake direct to the alpinewith viewpoints overlooking Buttle Lake. 7am. info at http://bit.ly/2myQ4z4

CR Dog Fanciers Annual Dog Show: August long weekend watch your favourite breeds at the CRDFS dog show. 9am at Nunn’s Creek Park. 250-286-5700 Quadra Isl Farmers Market: A relaxing market with live music! 10am at Quadra Isl and. 250-388-7696 Log Carving Expedition: 2-day carving event with Vancouver Isl Artists that have all won various events all across BC. 10am at Brown’s Bay Resort, 15021 Brown's Bay Rd. 250-286-3135 Craft Fair at Telegraph Cove: Crafters will display their wares for sale along the Telegraph Cove Boardwalk. Salmon BBQ & Hot corn on the cob!

10am at Telegraph Cove, 1610 Telegraph Cove Rd. Home Depot Workshops: Maintain a Deck: stripping, cleaning & staining. Conquer mildew & mould, etc!

10am at Home Depot CR. 250-286-5400 Wildlife Track & Sign | Interpretive Walk: Who was here? Let's go out & explore this stunning area & it's wildlife tracks & signs! 10:30am at Buttle Lake Info Hut, Westmin Rd. 1 844-435-9453 Rocky Mountain Demo Days: Demo a Rocky Mountain Bike on Sat or Sun with Wade & Pros and Prizes to follow. 12pm at Mt Washington. 250-338 1386 Stuart Isl Salmon Enhancement BBQ & Auction: the Gillard Pass Salmon Enhancement auction. $75 per seat to Stuart Isl. Auction dinner tix available at the event, $40 each. 4pm at Stuart Isl Community Marina- Big Bay, .

Mermaid Paint Night: Learn basic techniques in oil painting in this step by step landscape painting workshop! 7pm at Crow’s Nest Gallery, 2116 S. Isl Hwy, Willow Point. 778-348-2769 April Dyck Art Open Studio: (Every Saturday) 10am at April Dyck Art Studio, 5392 Isl Hwy N. 778-992-1138 Rock n’ Bowl: (Every Fri & Sat see Aug 3)

›› SUN AUGUST 05 Historic Boat Tour - Cortes Isl & Whaling: Lunch at Gorge Harbour Floathouse Restaurant. Reg. at the Museum 9am at Discovery Marine Safari.250-287-7008 Salmon Derby: From dawn 'till 4. Awards for the largest salmon & halibut & numerous hidden weight prizes. Potluck Dinner at 6pm at the Campground.

5am at Telegraph Cove, 1610 Telegraph Cove Rd. Members Morning Golf: Ladies separate from Men's event. Participate or simply join the group.

8:30am at Storey Creek Golf Course, 300 McGimpsey Rd. 250-923-3673

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Ladies Night at Quadra Golf: (Every Thur) Friendly competition followed by snacks & refreshments.

Reg. in adv. Bring a friend! 5pm at Quadra Isl Golf Club, 950 Heriot Bay Rd. 250-285-2811 Gold River Golf Course Mens Night: (Every Thurs) A great way to wind down after a long day.

Enquire for details. 6pm at Gold River Golf Course, Hwy 28. 250-283-7266 River Concert Series: (Every Thurs) 2DAY-FM PARTY NIGHT!! Dance contests, free draws & live music with THE IMPALAS! 7pm at Spirit Square, Downtown CR. 250-203-9981

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All ages & skill levels! By the big house. 10:30am at Robert Ostler Park. 250-286-5715 Flower Ridge-B2p2: (See Aug 4) CR Dog Fanciers annual dog show: (See Aug 4) Log Carving Expedition: (See Aug 4) Rocky Mountain Demo Days: (See Aug 4) Icecream Weekend at the Aquarium: (See Aug 4) Saratoga Speedway Races: (See Aug 4) Holly Hills Petting Farm: (Every Sun) Interactive petting farm. Bring your camera. feed, pet, hold, mingle with our countless friendly animals 10am at Holly Hills Farm, 2311 Ida Rd. 250-895-9983 Dirt Church Ride: (Every Sun) A bunch of dirtbike riders on a trail ride. AKA "Dirt Church". Call for info & location of each ride 10am at CR Motorcross Track, 7021 Gold River Hwy. 250-202-0681

›› MON AUGUST 06 - BC DAY (STAT) Campbellton Neighbourhood Produce Exchange: Sales of Garden plot-holders & other gardeners as well as egg-gatherers, etc. 10am at Campbellton Community Garden, 1741 15 Ave. 2507539891 Flower Ridge-B2p2: (See Aug 4)

Gold River Golf Course Sr. 2-for-1: Every Mon-Fri seniors golf 2-for-1. 9 or 18 hole option is available. 10am at Gold River Golf Course, Hwy 28. 250-283-7266 Speedy ride-on toys: (Every Mon & Thur) Parents/ Grandparents & Tots. Mingle & compare parenting notes! 10am at Quadra Isl Comm Centre. 250-388-7696 Mon Night Bingo: (Every Mon) Grab a friend or try solo for Bingo at the CR Legion. 30 games, 6 special. Always a good time. 6:30pm at CR Legion Branch #137, 301 11th Ave. 250-287-4671

›› TUE AUGUST 07 Aqua Force Camp (ages 7-11): Competitions in the pool. Sports & challenges in the park. 30-min of swim lessons each day. 10am at Centennial Outdoor Pool, 230 4th Ave. 250-923-7911 Mudslingers One-Day Wonders Clay Workshops (6-10 years): Explore clay by hand building, sculpting & glazing. Prepare to get dirty! 10am at CR Comm Centre – Craft Room, 401-11th Ave. Family StoryTime (Ages 0-5): Learn new literacy skills, sing rhymes & songs, do finger plays, & read stories together. 10:15am at CR Library. 250-2873655 DIY Scratchboard: Fun & creative class. Kids will learn how to create their own scratchboard pages. 10am at Impressions: Custom Framing & Art Supplies, 990 B Shoppers Row. 2502861612 The Next “Industrial Revolution”: Learn more about Instagram, Facebook, Twitter & the characteristics of the next generation of work force. 6:30pm at Mosaic Vocational School, 1432 Ironwood St. 250.850.2007

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Haig Brown Summer Camp: A day like no other along the River. Filled with adventure & treks to secret spots. 10am at Haig Brown House, 2250 Campbell River Rd. 250-286-6646 Half-Day Kayaking Tour (Ages 12-18): Join Quadra Isl Kayaks on a half-day trip. Short safety intro.

10:30am at Quadra Isl Comm Centre. 250-388-7696 Mother Daughter Tea Party (5+): Come dressed in your tea party finest for tea in the garden & learn the proper tea party etiquette. 2pm at Quadra Isl Comm Centre. 250-388-7696 Ladies Day Golf: (Almost every Tues) Open to Storey Creek Lady Members & their Guests. Different games each week. Compete or socialize. Lunch & prizes. 8:30am at Storey Creek Golf Course, 300 McGimpsey Rd. 250-923-3673 Tuesday Noon Music: (Every Tuesday) The CR BIA presents "Tuesday Noon Music". Bring lunch & enjoy some great outdoor tunes. 11:30am at Spirit Square, Downtown CR. 250-203-9981 Men’s Night at Quadra Golf: (Every Tue) Friendly competition, BBQ dinner & drinks. Please Reg. in adv. 5pm at Quadra Isl Golf Club, 950 Heriot Bay Rd. 250-285-2811 Gold River Golf Course Ladies Night: (Every Tue see Aug 7) CR Museum 60th Anniversary - Collected Stories: (Every Tuesday) 60 artifacts to honour the Museum's 60th Anniversary highlights some interesting & exciting stories. 12pm at CR Museum.

›› WED AUGUST 08 Show on the Row: Free family movie. With food vendors. Bring your lawn chairs. Enjoy a free family movie. 7pm at Downtown CR. 250-287-8642 Sip & Dip with Charlotte Deptford: Wine and beautiful beach setting. Create your own masterpiece.

6:30pm at Pacific Playgrounds, 9082 Clarkson Drive. 1-877-239-5600 Hiking Surge Narrows: Undulating & relatively short trail & continue on the unmaintained route to a small bay. Contact coordinator in adv. 9am at Heriot Bay Store, 1536 W Rd. 250-285-2436 ERAS – Enhanced Recovery After Surgery: 2 ERAS education sessions help improve healing & recovery.

9:30am at North Isl Hospital CR Campus, 375 2nd Ave. 250-286-7100 Painted Stones: Learn how to create art on found objects gathered from our beautiful outdoors. 10am at Impressions: Custom Framing & Art Supplies, 990 B Shoppers Row. 2502861612 Paper Mache Portraits (Age 6-12): Make 3-D portraits out of paper-mache that will match the appearance of a chosen loved one. 10am at Quadra Isl Comm Centre. 250-388-7696 Summer Camp at Holly Hill Farm: Kids get to experience life on the farm. Designed & run by trained and certified teacher, Katie Denne,! 10am at Holly Hill Farm, 2311 Ida Rd. 250-895-9983 Trails & Photography Adventure (Ages 8+): Explore the beauty of the Comm Centre trail network. Learn valuable photography tools. 1pm at Quadra Isl Comm Centre. 250-388-7696 The Next “Industrial Revolution” at Mosaic: (See Aug 7) Men’s Night Golf: (Every Wed see Aug 1) Introduction to Golf (Ages 8-12): (Every Wednesday see Aug 1)

9 ›› THUR AUGUST 09 Sensory Play Day & Toddler Obstacle Course: For preschool aged children. Water. whipped cream, goop, bubbles, obstacle course! 10am at Quadra Isl Comm Centre. 250-388-7696 Quadra Isl Crayon Comotion: Come colour with us!

We provide the paper & crayons & you bring your colouring skills! For all ages. 1:30pm at Quadra Isl Library, 654 Harper Rd. 250-285-2216 Paper Mache Portraits (Age 6-12): Make 3-D portraits out of paper-mache that will match the appearance of a chosen loved one. 2pm at Quadra Isl Comm Centre. 250-388-7696 Shake That Silly Out: Shake, Wiggle & Move! Musical games using our bodies, rhythm sticks & your newly made shaker. 2pm at CR Library. 250-287-3655 Painting on Old Book Pages: Kids create art from book pages from old & damaged paperbacks. 3pm at Impressions: Custom Framing & Art Supplies, 990 B Shoppers Row. 2502861612 Shadow Puppet Theatre: (See Aug 2) Trading Card Game Night: (Every Thur see Aug 2) Ladies Night at Quadra Golf: (Every Thurs see Aug 2) Gold River Golf Course Mens Night: (Every Thur see aug 2) River Concert Series: (Every Thur see Aug 2) Seniors Morning Golf: (Every Thursday see Aug 2) Speedy ride-on toys: (Every Mon & Thur see Aug 2 & 6)

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›› FRI AUGUST 10 SalmonFest 2018: Bagpipes & Buzz Saws, Highland Gathering & Logger Sports. Admission for 18 & under includes FREE Rides, Bouncers, Climbing Wall, Face Painting. Etc. 9am at Nunns Creek Park, CR. 250-286-5700 Highland Gathering: Solo bagpipe & drumming competitions in the morning. Main events start at 12:30pm with massed band. 12am Nunn’s Creek Park, CR. 250-286-5700.

Logger Sports: Axe throwing, tree climbing, spring board, log rolling, hand bucking & high speed power saw cutting. . 9am at Nunns Creek Park, CR. 250-286-5700 P Nuts at Loggers Sports: The P Nut Gallery is going to rock the Loggers Sports! Come dance to your favourite, crazy, live mixed tape! 6pm at Nunns Creek Park, 1465 16 Ave. 250-286-5700 Grief Support Group: Afternoon & evening. Everyone is welcome to attend, sit & listen or share your stories.

2:30pm at C.R. Hospice Centre, 440 Evergreen Rd. 250-286-1121 Hannah Sanders & Ben Savage by Otters Holt Productions House Concerts: Hannah & Ben perform both traditional folk & newer songs. 7pm at Otters Holt Productions House Concerts, Sent upon payment. 250-923-6361 Gold River Legion Meat Draw: (Every Fri see Aug 3) The Next “Industrial Revolution”: (See Aug 7) Spro Kids Camp (Ages 8-12): (See Aug 10) Rock n’ Bowl: (Every Fri & Sat see Aug 3) Homeless Outreach & Prevention Support: (Every Fri see Aug 3)

›› SATURDAY AUGUST 11 Saratoga Speedway Races: Wilroc Sprint Cars, IMCA Modifides, Dwarf Cars, Bomber Cars. Gates open at 5:30pm. 7pm at Saratoga Speedway. 250-337-5024

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Musical Guest Stars Lien & Bart from Belgium

AUGUST 12TH 4PM At Comox Marina Park

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Visit Museum for full list of exhibits, lectures, concerts, and more.

10 Garage Sale CR Seniors: Lots of treasures to be found! Come check it out. 9am at CR Seniors Centre, 1426 Ironwood Rd. 250-914-4401 Sand Castle Day: Grab rakes, shovels, & buckets & come to Smelt Bay sculpting your dream piece. Name for your team & creation. 9:30am at Smelt Bay Provincial Park, Sutil Point Rd, Cortes Island. 250-308-4479 NI Farmers & Artisans Market: Celebrate local food & art. Rain or shine at the Harbour Office waterfront in Port McNeill. 10am at Beach Drive & McNeill Rd, Beach Drive & McNeill Rd. Quadra Isl Farmers Market: A relaxing market with live music! 10am at Quadra Isl and. 250-388-7696 FREE Kids Workshop at Home Depot: Kids can learn how to build their very own bookworm bookends.

Registration closes Aug. 5. 10am at Home Depot CR. 250-286-5400 V.I. Trail Running Series: Unbelievable views of the Comox Valley & Strathcona Park. Great climbing, lots of fun. 10:45am at Mt Washington. 250-338 1386 Play in the Sand Day: Guided Tide pooling day at willow point reef with Discovery Passage Aquarium.

11am at Jaycee Park, Jaycee Park.

Super Saturdays: Free drop in art making for all ages. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Try a different art-making act. 1pm at CR Art Gallery, 1235 Shoppers Row. The Singles Laser Date: Lock lasers with local singles in CR, hosted by Fresh Connections 4pm at Oyster River Elementary, 2250 Terrain Rd. 250-923-4275 Northern Lights Paint Night: Learn oil paints, landscape painting technique. Leave with a completed landscape painting! 7pm at Crow’s Nest Gallery, 2116 S. Isl Hwy, Willow Point. 778-348-2769 Highland Gathering: (See Aug 10) Logger Sports: (See Aug 10) SalmonFest 2018: (See Aug 10) April Dyck Art Open Studio: (Every Sat see Aug 4) Rock n’ Bowl: (Every Fri & Sat see Aug 3)

›› SUNDAY AUGUST 12 Power of Gratitude: Self healing & the empowering & humbling work through the BodyTalk System.

First Come First Serve. 10am at Inner Architect, 516 S. Dogwood St.

Garlic Fest: A variety of garlic from local farmers, infused products, food & beverage with a garlic twist, & entertainment by musicians. 11:30am at CR Comm Centre, 401-11th Ave. 250-286-1161 Garlic Festival: Seed Garlic, eating garlic, everything garlic! 12pm at Merville Hall, 1245 Fenwick Rd. 250-339-4249 Women’s Circle: Share with other women. Birth, adoption, infertility, traumatic birth, ecstatic birth, & pregnancy stories. 1pm at Centre for Spiritual Living, 516 South Dogwood St. 250-850-3064 BC Old Time Fiddlers: This will be a way to spend a Sun evening with your family 7pm at Sayward Heritage Hall, 1257 Sayward Rd. 250-282-0192 Highland Gathering: (See Aug 10) Logger Sports: (See Aug 10) SalmonFest 2018: (See Aug 10) Members Morning Golf: (Every Sun See Aug 5) Dirt Church Ride: (Every Sun see Aug 5) Holly Hills Petting Farm: (Every Sun see Aug 5) Campbellton Market: (Every Sun see Aug 5) Pier St Farmers Market: (Every Sun see Aug 5)

›› MONDAY AUGUST 13 Discovery Aquarium Summer Camps: Full-day kids summer day camp to explore the diversity of ocean animals big & small. 10am at Discovery Passage Aquarium.

Sundae Monday: A sundae & some Zumba fun!

Dance, dance, dance & then make yourself a super yummy sundae. 10am at CR Comm Centre, 401-11th Ave. 250-286-1161 Summer Camps at Holly Hill Farm: “A place where kids get to experience life on the farm.” Our camps are designed & ran by Farm owner, Katie Denne, a trained & certified teacher! 10am or 1:30pm at Holly Hill Farm, 2311 Ida Rd. 250-895-9983 Southend Farm Winery Tour: Kids & parents fun mini tour to see the inner workings of our Isl’s one & only vineyard! 11am at Southend Farm Winery, 319 Sutil Rd, Cortes Isl. 250-285-2257 Free Weekly Junior Golf Clinic: Bring down your little Payne Stewart's for some instruction & clinics with CPGA Professional Jason Tchir. Call ahead to register. 4pm at Quadra Isl Golf Club, 950 Heriot Bay Rd. 250-285-2811

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11 Ice in my Veins: Traditional hockey drills with a focus on endurance, speed, & agility to enhance a player's ability to perform on the ice! Previous experience necessary. 8-11 years 4:30pm; 12-14 years 6:15pm at Strathcona Gardens. 250-830-6777 Beaver Lodge Interpretive Walk: Did you know that the Beaver Lodge is not a park? Learn how it came to be & how it is managed. 6pm at Beaver Lodge Forest Lands, 631 S Mcphedran Rd. Gold River Golf Course Sr. 2-for-1: (See Aug 6) Haig Brown Summer Camp: (See Aug 7) Speedy ride-on toys: (Every Mon & Thur see Aug 2 & 6) Mon Night Bingo: (Every Mon see Aug 6)

›› TUESDAY AUGUST 14 Kids in the Kitchen (7-10 years): Kids learn the basics of food preparation, kitchen skills, healthy eating & creating/enjoying their own cuisine. 9am at the Sportsplex, CR. 2509237911 The Beginnings of Gymnastics (Ages 3-6): Mini workshops balance, form, jumping & tumbling.

10am at Quadra Isl Comm Centre. 250-388-7696 Creative Kids Sum.mer Camp (Ages 7-12): Projects in a variety of media such as watercolours, clay, & acrylics. Complete several projects 10am at Crow’s Nest Gallery, 2116 S. Isl Hwy, Willow Point. 778-348-2769 Intro to Machine Embroidery FREE: Try machine embroidery before you buy! Make sure you reg. for this free hands on test drive. 11am at Isl Sewing Centre, 2231 Isl Hwy S #3. 778-418-2232 Tahsis E-Help: Tech help for those in need! Book a librarian for one-on-one help with your technologyrelated questions. 3pm at Tahsis Library, 977 Maquinna Dr. S. 250-934-6621 Tuesday Noon Music: (Every Tue see Aug 7) CR Museum 60th Anniversary-Collected Stories: (Every Tue see Aug 7) Summer Camps at Holly Hill Farm: (See Aug 13) Family StoryTime (Ages 0-5): (See Aug 7) Ice in my Vein: (See Aug 13) Ladies Day Golf: (Almost every Tues see Aug 7)

Men’s Night at Quadra Golf: (Every Tue see Aug 7) Gold River Golf Course Ladies Night: (Almost every Tue see Aug 7)

›› WEDNESDAY AUGUST 15 Music in the Night - Live Streets Finale: Celebrate the finale of the CR Live Streets downtown event series with an evening of music & food in the Tidemark Square. 7:30pm at Tidemark Theatre, 1220 Shoppers Row. 250-287-7465 Wooden Art Wall Hangings: Kids build a beautiful wall hanging with popsicle sticks & paint. 10am at Impressions: Custom Framing & Art Supplies, 990 B Shoppers Row. 2502861612 Croquet & Tea: Old fashioned fun on the grounds of the Haig-Brown House. Croquet and light refreshments provided. 1pm at Haig Brown House, 2250 Campbell River Rd. 250-286-6646 Balloon Rockets: Bottle & balloon rocket build off.

Craft the fastest. For children of all ages. 1:30pm at Cortes Isl Library, 1255 Seaford Rd (Linnaea Farm), Cortes Isl. 250-935-6566 Mastering The Art Of Manga: Kids learn to draw various manga styles & manga-ka techniques. 3pm at Impressions: Custom Framing & Art Supplies, 990 B Shoppers Row. 2502861612 Home Depot Workshops: Organized Closet: Learn basic info about organizing personal items, & choosing your storage style, 7pm at Home Depot CR. 250-286-5400 Live Flamenco Music & Dance: Ancient rhythms meet avant-garde ideas. Staccato guitar, powerful vocals, haunting flute, & percussive footwork. 9pm at Hariot Bay Inn, Hariot Bay. 1-888-605-4545 The beginnings of Gymnastics (Ages 3-6): (See Aug 14) Summer Camps at Holly Hill Farm: (See Aug 13) Men’s Night Golf: (Every Wed see Aug 1) Ice in my Veins: (See Aug 13)

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12 ›› THURSDAY AUGUST 16 Canadian Armed Forces Info Session: Meet with recruiters from the Canadian Armed Forces & learn about employment opportunities. 1pm at North Isl Employment, 920 Alder St. 250-286-3441 Quadra Isl Balloon Rockets: Build your own bottle & balloon rocket. Craft the fastest! For children of all ages. 1:30pm at Quadra Isl Library, 654 Harper Rd. 250-285-2216 Lights, Camera, Action! (5+): Explore story telling in imaginative & interactive ways; improv, readers, creating characters & acting out stories. 2pm at CR Library. 250-287-3655 Bubble Painted Hydranges: Create beautiful flowers with liquid watercolours, water & a secret ingredient!

3pm at Impressions: Custom Framing & Art Supplies, 990 B Shoppers Row. 2502861612 Kids in the Kitchen (7-10 years): (See Aug 14) The beginnings of Gymnastics (Ages 3-6): (See Aug 14) Summer Camps at Holly Hill Farm: (See Aug 13) Shadow Puppet Theatre: (See Aug 2) Ice in my Veins: (See Aug 13) Trading Card Game Night: (Every Thur see Aug 2) Seniors Morning Golf: (Every Thursday see Aug 2) Speedy ride-on toys: (Every Mon & Thur see Aug 2 & 6) Ladies Night at Quadra Golf: (Every Thurs see Aug 2) Gold River Golf Course Mens Night: (Every Thur see aug 2) River Concert Series: (Every Thur see Aug 2)

›› FRIDAY AUGUST 17 Reg Starts for Christmas Marketplace & Painting Show: Rent a space to sell your handmade treasures & gifts for Christmas. Sale is Nov 3-4. 9am at CR Comm Centre, 401-11th Ave. 250-286-1161 Spro Kids Camp (Ages 8-12): (See Aug 10) Sybil Andrews Fun Fri: Afternoon tea & styrofoam print making. 11am at CR Museum.

Kids in the Kitchen (7-10 years): (See Aug 14) Ice in my Veins: (See Aug 13) Homeless Outreach & Prevention Support: (Every Fri see Aug 3) Gold River Legion Meat Draw: (Every Fri see Aug 3) Rock n’ Bowl: (Every Fri & Sat see Aug 3)

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›› SATURDAY AUGUST 18 Saratoga Speedway Races: Crash to Pass Boat Race, Crash to Pass Cars, Mad Max Extreme Racing, Hornet Cars, Rd Runners. Gates open at 5:30pm. Rain or shine. 7pm at Saratoga Speedway. 250-337-5024 30th Howie Meeker Special Olympics Golf Classic: 18 hole scramble format. Prizes and guests welcome to banquet $40 at Storey Creek Golf Course. Call to reg. 250-923-3673 Comm. Garden Workshop: Learn about gardening, our local food system, be a part of designing the Hospital comm garden! 9am at CR Hospital Foundation, 375 2nd Ave. 250-286-7143 Quadra Isl Farmers Market: A relaxing market with live music! 10am at Quadra Isl and. 250-388-7696 Enhance Your Backyard Living Space Workshop: Dress up an existing deck or patio, furnish gardens with outdoor furniture, etc! 10am at Home Depot CR. 250-286-5400 Awards & AGM: Join us for trophy presentations, club news & guest speakers. 10:30am at Painters Lodge, 1625 McDonald Rd. 1 888-999-2799 Grant Lawrence & Friends: share entertaining stories from his three books (The Lonely End of the Rink, etc.)

6pm at Hariot Bay Inn, Hariot Bay. 1-888-605-4545 Nighttime at the Aquarium: Explore in the dark with flash lights! Look out for some glowing sea creatures. 6:30pm at Discovery Passage Aquarium.

Mountain Fog Paint Night: Learn oil paints & gain technique in landscape painting. Students will leave with a completed landscape painting!

7pm at Crow’s Nest Gallery, 2116 S. Isl Hwy, Willow Point. 778-348-2769 Rock n’ Bowl: (Every Fri & Sat see Aug 3) April Dyck Art Open Studio: (Every Sat see Aug 4)

›› SUNDAY AUGUST 19 Beautiful Skin Begins Within: Learn health & lifestyle solutions for beautiful skin from the Inside out! 11am at Apple Mint Day Spa, #110-1720 14th Ave. 250-830-1009 Collograph Printmaking with Gord James: An intro to the art of collograph printmaking! 12pm at CR Art Gallery, 1235 Shoppers Row. Join the CR Jugglers: (See Aug 5) Members Morning Golf: (Every Sunday see Aug 5) Dirt Church Ride: (Every Sun see Aug 5) Holly Hills Petting Farm: (Every Sun see Aug 5)

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›› MONDAY AUGUST 20 Poet Week at the Aquarium: Bring in or write a haiku about a local aquatic species & share it with the aquarium for a chance to win prizes! 10am at Discovery Passage Aquarium.

Social Media & Internet Safety: Crowdfunding, scams, ransomware, online security, & targeted advertising. 6:30pm at Mosaic Vocational School, 1432 Ironwood St. 250.850.2007 Science & Robotics Camp: Explore the wonderful world of science & engineering using the Lego WEDO 2.0 Kits. Ages 7-9 and 10-14. 9am at the Sportsplex, CR. 2509237911 Cruisin’ for Fun (8-12 years): 5-day adventures for children with autism spectrum disorders. Life skills & social skills, daily crafts & games 9:30am at CR Comm Centre, 401-11th Ave. 250-286-1161 Mudslingers Clay Camp (8-11 years): Create your own pots, plaques, monsters or whatever from clay.

10am at CR Comm Centre – Craft Room, 401-11th Ave. Mount Washington Mtn Bike Camp (Ages 1117): Cornering, jumping/drops, maneuvering obstacles, safety, & trail etiquette. 12pm at Mt Washington. 250-338 1386 Learn to Ride Week: The Learn to Ride program is an introductory group lesson tailored to first-time downhill mountain bikers. Includes: 2-hour bike rental, lift ticket & a 2-hour lesson. SAVE big!! 12pm at Mt Washington. 250-338 1386 LOGO STANDARDS Summer Sessions Camp 3 (ages 11-17): Trail rippers who want to learn more skills, how to be faster & to have even more fun. Stunning views & a laid-back

atmosphere with flowy trails makes for a memorable 2 days. 12pm at Mt Washington. 250-338 1386 Garden of Delight (Ages 7-12): Learn how to create a one-of-a-kind fancy cupcake that will replicate a flower growing out of a flower pot! Take home your delicious creations! 2pm at Quadra Isl Comm Centre. 250-388-7696 Gold River Golf Course Sr. 2-for-1: (See Aug 6) Discovery Aquarium Summer Camps: (See Aug 13) Free Weekly Junior Golf Clinic: See (Aug 13) Speedy ride-on toys: (Every Mon & Thur see Aug 2 & 6) Mon Night Bingo: (Every Mon see Aug 6)

›› TUESDAY AUGUST 21 Quadra Soccer (Ages 6-10): Learn teamwork.

All skill levels welcome! 9am at Quadra Isl Comm Centre. 250-388-7696 Mug & Pendant Making: Kids learn how to create their own custom mugs & clay pendants by instructor Rebecca Young. 2pm at Quadra Isl Comm Centre. 250-388-7696 The Frog Prince: Now is you chance to come see the show that the kids have been working on all summer long in the Summer Musical Theatre program. 4pm & 7pm at Raincoast School of Musical Theatre, #4 938 Isl Hwy. 250-287 4536 Social Media & Internet Safety: (See Aug 20) Science & Robotics Camp: (See Aug 20) Cruisin’ for Fun (8-12 years): (See Aug 20) Mudslingers Clay Camp (8-11 years): (See Aug 20) Family StoryTime (Ages 0-5): (See Aug 7) Mount Washington Mtn Bike Camp (Ages 1117): (See Aug 20)

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14 Ladies Day Golf: (Almost every Tues see Aug 7) Tuesday Noon Music: (Every Tue see Aug 7) CR Museum 60th Anniversary-Collected Stories: (Every Tue see Aug 7) Men’s Night at Quadra Golf: (Every Tue see Aug 7) Gold River Golf Course Ladies Night: (Every Tue see Aug 7)

›› WEDNESDAY AUGUST 22 Sip & Dip with Charlotte Deptford: Wine and beautiful beach setting. Create your own masterpiece.

6:30pm at Pacific Playgrounds, 9082 Clarkson Drive. 1-877-239-5600 CR Raft & Snorkel with the Salmon (5+): Enjoy a 3-hour rafting & heritage tour unique to CR. Watch the salmon return to the river from the raft OR enter the water with a wetsuit & snorkel! 8am at Quadra Isl Comm Centre. 250-388-7696 Styrofoam Block Printing: Learn the basics of printmaking with Styrofoam. 10am at Impressions: Custom Framing & Art Supplies, 990 B Shoppers Row. 250-286-1612 Sushi Making (Ages 8-12): Join in the fun of learning how to make your very own Japanese cuisine. Get hands on experience & enjoy your creations along the way! 10am at Quadra Isl Comm Centre. 250-388-7696 Back to the 90’s: Four of the most renowned acts of the 90’s: Vanilla Ice, Rob Base, Young MC & C&C Music Factory. 7:30pm at Save-On Foods,CR. 250-286-1245 Mudslingers Clay Camp (8-11 years): (See Aug 20) Science & Robotics Camp: (See Aug 20) Cruisin’ for Fun (8-12 years): (See Aug 20) Croquet & Tea: (See Aug 15) Men’s Night Golf: (Every Wed see Aug 1) Social Media & Internet Safety: (See Aug 20)

›› THURSDAY AUGUST 23 Wood to Wonder: Watch the carvers from across Canada- then see the carvings on display all around Gold River. 7am at Gold River Village Square, 375 Nimpkish Rd. Seniors Morning Golf: (Every Thursday see Aug 2) Quadra Soccer (Ages 6-10): (See Aug 21) Science & Robotics Camp: (See Aug 20) Cruisin’ for Fun (8-12 years): (See Aug 20) Speedy ride-on toys: (Every Mon & Thur see Aug 2 & 6) Shadow Puppet Theatre: (See Aug 2)

Trading Card Game Night: (Every Thur see Aug 2) Ladies Night at Quadra Golf: (Every Thurs see Aug 2) Gold River Golf Course Mens Night: (Every Thur see aug 2) Social Media & Internet Safety: (See Aug 20) River Concert Series: (Every Thur see Aug 2)

›› FRIDAY AUGUST 24 Wood to Wonder: Watch the carvers from across Canada- then see the carvings on display all around Gold River. 7am at Gold River Village Square, 375 Nimpkish Rd. Comox Valley Exhibition: See Comox Valley What's On Issue or whatsondigest.com Saratoga Speedway Races: St Outlaw Drag Racing, Time Attack. Gates open at 5:30. 7pm at Saratoga Speedway. 250-337-5024 Water Play & Fun (Ages 4-10): Water balloons, sprinklers, slip & slide, bubbles! 1pm at Quadra Isl Comm Centre. 250-388-7696 Gold River Days Slo-Pitch Tourn: Marling, Ucona, Nimpkish, & the elementary school field.

6pm at Marling Field, Hilke Rd. Science & Robotics Camp: (See Aug 20) Cruisin’ for Fun (8-12 years): (See Aug 20) Spro Kids Camp (Ages 8-12): (See Aug 10) Social Media & Internet Safety: (See Aug 20) Homeless Outreach & Prevention Support: (Every Fri see Aug 3) Gold River Legion Meat Draw: (Every Fri see Aug 3) Rock n’ Bowl: (Every Fri & Sat see Aug 3)

›› SATURDAY AUGST 25 Wood to Wonder: Watch the carvers from across Canada- then see the carvings on display all around Gold River. 7am at Gold River Village Square, 375 Nimpkish Rd. Comox Valley Exhibition: See Comox Valley What's On Issue or whatsondigest.com Saratoga Speedway Races: Wilroc Sprint Cars, IMCA Modifides, Bomber Cars. Gates open at 5:30pm.

7pm at Saratoga Speedway. 250-337-5024 Community GatherSing: Come re-enchant the world with heart-felt melodies, soulful gospel songs & rousing spirituals. 9am at Quadra Comm Centre. 250-388-7696

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15 NI Farmers & Artisans Market: Celebrate local food & art. Rain or shine, you will find our vendors at the Harbour Office in Port McNeill. 10am at Beach Drive & McNeill Rd, Beach Drive & McNeill Rd. Quadra Isl Farmers Market: A relaxing market with live music! 10am at Quadra Isl and. 250-388-7696 Ladies Only Mountain Biking Camp: Gravity MTB offers 2-day clinics for Ladies. 12pm at Mt Washington Alpine Resort 250-338 1386 Butterfly Sunset Paint Night: Learn oil paints & gain technique in landscape painting. Leave with a completed landscape painting! 7pm at Crow’s Nest Gallery, 2116 S. Isl Hwy, Willow Point. 778-348-2769 Super Saturdays: (See Aug 11) Gold River Days Slo-Pitch Tourn: (See Aug 24) April Dyck Art Open Studio: (Every Sat see Aug 4) Rock n’ Bowl: (Every Fri & Sat see Aug 3)

›› SUNDAY AUGUST 26 Third Annual Coho/Tuna Derby: Pre-reg. Fish for Coho & Tuna in Nootka Sound & Esperanza Inlet.

Prizes to be won! 5:30am at Newton Cove Resort, Esperanza Inlet. 18443468064 Women’s Equality Day: Complete a scavenger hunt for female sea animals & win a unique prize! 10am at Discovery Passage Aquarium.

Gold River Worship Together: Bible teaching, new & old music, relaxed. 10:30am at Christian Fellowship Church 600 Nimpkish Drive. 250-283-7241 Potluck Sun Social: Share a dish at our monthly community lunch. Kid Friendly 11:45am at Centre for Spiritual Living, 516 South Dogwood St. 250-850-3064 Ladies Only Mountain Biking Camp: (See Aug 26)

Home Depot Workshops: Learn to prepare a home exterior for paint or stain. 1pm at Home Depot CR. 250-286-5400 Autocross: Autocross. Gates open at 5:30, Races start at 7:00! 4pm at Saratoga Speedway. 250-337-5024 Gold River Church History: Anyone is welcome to join us 4pm at Christian Fellowship Church-G.R., 600 Nimpkish Drive. 250-283-7241 Live Music at Beach Fire: The Duo performing live!

6pm at Beach Fire Brewing & Nosh House, 594 11th Ave. 250-914-3473 Smooth Angel Cafe: Live music, healthy refreshments, and snacks by donation. Contact Larry at 250-3378900. 7pm at 7th-Day Adventist Church, 300 Thulin St. Wood to Wonder: (See Aug 24) Join the CR Jugglers: (See Aug 5) Collograph Printmaking: (See Sun Sun 19) Gold River Days Slo-Pitch Tourn: (See Aug 24) Members Morning Golf: (Every Sun see Aug 5) Dirt Church Ride: (Every Sun see Aug 5) Holly Hills Petting Farm: (Every Sun see Aug 5) Campbellton Market: (Every Sun see Aug 5) Pier St Farmers Market: (Every Sun see Aug 5)

›› MONDAY AUGUST 27 Third Annual Coho/Tuna Derby: (See Aug 26) Gold River Golf Course Sr. 2-for-1: (See Aug 6) Speedy ride-on toys: (Every Mon & Thur see Aug 2 & 6) Mon Night Bingo: Every Mon see Aug 6)

hanging out with crabs for 20 years! break some crab to celebrate with us Cooked Dungeness Crab Oysters In The Shell Mussels And Clams Live Prawns (In Season) Frozen Prawns Side Stripe Shrimp Hand Peeled Shrimp

Local Pacific Scallops (In Season, Frozen)

East Coast Scallops (Frozen) Smoked Fish Fresh Fish (In Season) Frozen Fish: Halibut, Salmon, Cod, Tuna

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Campbell River Salmonfest

1st Highland Gathering August 10-11-12

Tickets at Gate: Friday Aug 10 - $2 Saturday & Sunday Spectators - $5 Children under 3 – Free Highland Heavy Games Highland Dancing Piping and Drumming Celts Have Talent Challenge Salmonfest & Logger Sports Celtic Marketplace Wee Bairn’s Park (free for Kids) Salmon BBQ Saturday Evening Ceilidh Tug o’ War Scotch Tasting Food Court

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Campbell River Daybreak

Gold River Men’s Group: Midweek Gathering to hear what God has to pass on to today's man. next. 4pm Call for current location: 250-283-7241 Ayurvedic Yoga Retreat: 4-day Yoga & Ayurveda nutrition retreat and workshops in beautiful Nootka Sound. 1pm at Nootka Sound Resort, 1631 Head Bay Rd. 250-337-8834 Third Annual Coho/Tuna Derby: (See Aug 26) Mug & Pendant Making: (See Aug 21) Ladies Day Golf: (Almost every Tues see Aug 7) Tuesday Noon Music: (Every Tue see Aug 7) CR Museum 60th Anniversary-Collected Stories: (Every Tue see Aug 7) Men’s Night at Quadra Golf: (Every Tue see Aug 7) Gold River Golf Course Ladies Night: (Every Tue see Aug 7) Gold River Women’s Bible Study: Friendship & solid advice from God's Word. 7pm at Christian Fellowship Church-G.R., 600 Nimpkish Drive. 250-283-7241

›› WEDNESDAY AUGUST 29 Third Annual Coho/Tuna Derby: (See Aug 27 Personality Silhouette Portraits: Kids learn layering techniques & self-expression with mixed-media. 10am at Impressions: Custom Framing & Art Supplies, 990 B Shoppers Row. 2502861612 Nature Interpretation & Wilderness Skills Tours: Use what Mother Nature has to offer amazing Quadra Isl. 10:30am at Quadra Isl Comm Centre. 250-388-7696 Ayurvedic Yoga Retreat: (See Aug 28) Men’s Night Golf: (Every Wed see Aug 1)

›› THURSDAY AUGUST 30 Seniors Morning Golf: (Every Thursday see Aug 2) Speedy ride-on toys: (Every Mon & Thur see Aug 2 & 6) Mug & Pendant Making: (See Aug 21) Ayurvedic Yoga Retreat: (See Aug 28) Cardboard Cactus Center Pieces: Kids transform recycled materials into a beautiful 3D cactus centerpiece. 3pm at Impressions: Custom Framing & Art Supplies, 990 B Shoppers Row. 2502861612 Trading Card Game Night: (Every Thur see Aug 2) Ladies Night at Quadra Golf: (Every Thurs see Aug 2) Gold River Golf Course Mens Night: (Every Thur see aug 2) River Concert Series: (Every thuir see Aug 2)

›› FRIDAY AUGUST 31 Quadrapalooza 2018: Live music, painting, characters, puppets, juggling, dancing, crafts, clothes, vendors, food, refreshments & games! 12am Quadra Isl Comm Centre. 250-388-7696 Spro Kids Camp (Ages 8-12): (See Aug 10) Homeless Outreach & Prevention Support: (Every Fri see Aug 3) Ayurvedic Yoga Retreat: (See Aug 28) Last Blast of Summer: End your summer with a splash! Hotdogs, crafts, old fashioned relays, bounce-a-rama, family free play! 4pm at the Sportsplex, CR. 2509237911 Gold River Legion Meat Draw: (Every Fri see Aug 3) Alpine Wine Festival: Enjoy a variety of delicious wine samples & gourmet food, live music. stunning views. 6pm at Mt Washington. 250-338 1386 Rock n’ Bowl: (Every Fri & Sat see Aug 3)

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To Do

Timberline Pathway. A 2km paved trail under the shade of Maples, Alders, Dogwoods and Pines.

On Dogwood St from McPhedren Rd to Jubilee Rd.

IN & NEAR CAMPBELL RIVER

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in 2 Hours ›› WALK, RUN, & RIDE ELK FALLS SUSPENSION BRIDGE. Hangs 64mtrs above the Campbell River canyon floor offering a top to bottom view of Elk Falls. Located 4kms up Gold River Hwy 28. Park in John Hart Interpretive Centre parking lot. Walk to the falls is 1.4kms.

Public bathroom.  HIKING: 1-10KM FOREST TRAILS. 11 popular hikes you can finish in 2 hours or less.

Ripple Rock Trail. (8kms, 3hrs). • Canyon View Trail. (4kms). • The Millennium Trail. (2.4kms). • Beaver Pond / Kingfisher Trail. (1km), • Willow Creek Trail. (3.4kms). • Quinsam River Trail. (4km).

• Paradise Meadows. (4.2 km) • Elk Falls Suspenion Bridge. (1.4kms), • Beaver Lodge Forestlands. (Many to choose from). • Lower Myra Falls Trails. (3min walk to several cascading beautiful waterfalls). • Black Creek Trail. (behind the Discovery Foods grocery store at the corner of Regent & Glenmore Rd.) Rotary Sea Walk. A 8 km paved trail skirting Campbell River’s ocean front. On Isl Hwy from Westgate Rd to Pier St. Jubilee Connector Trail. A 2.5 km graded trail that dips over, under and around native wildlife and vegetation. On Jubilee Rd from Dogwood St to Isl Hwy. Beaver Lodge Lands ERT. A wide 7km wilderness trail in the heart of Campbell River. From Hilchey Rd and Dogwood St to West Merecroft Rd.

Photography, Wildlife & Bird Watching:.

Baikie Island and Campbell River Estuary at Dick Murphy Park (AKA “The Spit”). Sometimes you’ll also see some seals, the white swan, and if you’re really lucky a pod of whales can bee seen just off of the spit.

Waterfall Chasing. Start at Elk Falls and drive to Gold River, there are 75 spectacular waterfalls to behold. Don’t miss Upper & Lower Myra Falls - a beautiful hidden piece of nature.

HORSERIDING TRAIL RIDES Western trail riding adventure outfitter: Horseback adventures for every level rider. Pony Rides and Pack rides available. $40/hr. $80/2 hour. Booking via telephone. Open year round. Given R Ranch & Horsemanship. 10 min from downtown on Duncan Bay Rd 1 250-895 1688.

Horseback Riding: Balance Equestrian Centre Lessons, Shows, and special fun community events.

Indoor & outdoor arenas. Shetland Rd. Off Willis Rd, on Walworth St, Campbell River. 250.203.6042.

BIKING. Bike on your own or join the River City Cycle Club for group rides in Campbell River and beyond.

Snowden Forest. (Many trails to choose from).

Largest and most challenging trails.

Beaver Lodge Forestlands. (Many to choose from).

Pump House (Elk Falls Provincial Park). Mix of intermediate to advanced trails.

Mt Washington. 2 hr guided ride in the company of other bike enthusiasts. This program is a great opportunity to socialize and discover the Bike Park.

RCMP MUSICAL RIDE

AUGUST 24, 25 & 26 at the Comox Valley Exhibition

Tickets available at

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›› PUBLIC COURTS & FIELDS GRAB A FRIEND & PLAY YOUR FAVORITE SPORTS FOR FREE. Campbell River has an outdoor court for all your sports needs.

Robron Park. Tennis, lacrosse, ball hockey, baseball, soccer turf field & open fields. Parking on Merecroft rd, S Birch & Robron rd.

Centennial Park.

Tennis & basketball courts 230 4th Ave. Sportsplex. Tennis, baseball, basketball, ball hockey, sand volleyball, Bocce, Disk Golf (Discs can be purchased inside) & open fields. 1800 S Alder St. Nunns Creek Park. Baseball field. 1465 16th Ave. Hagel Park. Tennis courts, and a large field for various activities. Parking is available at the end of Jody Lynne Way. Pheonix School. Large sports field & full size track. 400 7 Ave. Charstate Park. Large field for various activities play fetch with the dogs.

Pinecrest Park. Baseball field & large fields.

300 S. Birch St. INDOOR COURTS. Rent a court.

Sportsplex. Squash, Racquetball, or Wallyball.

Gymnasium. 1800 S Alder St.

›› LIVE MUSIC LISTEN WHILE YOU EAT & DRINK. Meet with friends and let the band set the mood.

Live Music Thursdays. Thursday evenings on the ocean front from 8pm. Riptide Pub, 1340 Island Hwy, Discovery Mall.

Noon Music. Tuesdays from 11:30-1:15, bring your lunch to Spirit Square for live music. 250-203-9981.

River Concert. Thursdays 7-9. Bring your lawn chairs down to Spirit Square. 250.203.9981.

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Easy Listening Blues & Jazz. Friday & Sat nights, patio dining. 6pm-9pm. So-Cal Restaurant, 2231 S Island Hwy, Willow Pt CR 250.923.7611.

Live Band. Lots of new bands taking the stage.

Every Friday night at 9pm. Heriot Bay Inn (Quadra Island) 673 Hotel Rd. 1-888-605-4545 Market Music. Live music, Sundays, 10am-2:30pm.

Pier Street Farmer’s Market. Maritime Heritage Centre parking lot, 621 Island Hwy. 250.895.0166.

JAM & KARAOKE Friday Night Jam Nights. featuring local bands.

Sat night Live music entertainment. 8pm Super Mario’s, 3-2253 S Isl. Hwy. Willow Pt. (250) 926 0606 Music Jam-Along. Bring your instrument or just sit back and listen on Wednesday evenings by the sea. 6-9pm. Fog Duckkers, 907 Sth Isl. Hwy. (778) 420-2030 Open Mic & Karaoke. Open Mic 9pm Saturdays, Karaoke 9pm Tuesdays. Heriot Bay Inn, 673 Hotel Rd. 250.285.3322 Open Mic Night. Friday Nights 6-10pm. Come in and sign up to perform or just come and enjoy an evening of amazing local talent. All ages welcome . Serious Coffee. 1 – 2253 South Island Hwy. Song Circle. Meet others who love to learn new techniques and songs while building friendships.

Come out to enjoy the music and have a cup of coffee, tea, or a glass of wine or beer. Serious Coffee. 1 – 2253 South Island Hwy.

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To Do IN & NEAR CAMPBELL RIVER

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›› ADVENTURE TOURS Helicopter Tours. See the.. Discovery Passage; (20mins) Magnificent flight along the Straight of Georgia. Desolation Sound (45mins) witness wildlife & natural beauty across 105 lakes. Famous Comox Glacier (45mins) stunning mountain flight over the beautiful Vancouver Island mountain range. See more 49 North Helicopter tours, 49northhelicopters. com, 250.926.9292.

Air Nootka. Join us on our Historic Mail Flight!

This flight has been a rich part of coastal history and offers a cost efficient, speedy way to reach many of Vancouver Island’s West Coast communities.

1.877.795.2255. info@airnootka.com. Gold River.

›› RECREATION GET ACTIVE. Gather your friends for a fun interactive day/night.

Laser Tag. Outdoor Laser Tag, Water Tag, Soft Archery and more! Groups of 10-36 players. All ages! North Island Battle Field. 250.202.3484. northislandbattlefield.net 10 & 5 Pin Bowling. Leagues, Rock ‘n’ Bowl (Fri & Sat nights), All You Can Bowl, Licensed Restaurant.

CR Bowling Centre, 16th Ave. 250.286.1177.

Mini Golf. 18 Holes through a fun miniature-land golf course. Miracle Beach Mini Golf 8667 Island Hwy, Black Creek. 250.337.5336. miraclebeachminigolf.ca Archery. Play times on week day evenings and weekends for drop in, leagues, and tournaments.

West Coast Archery Tag. 250-204-8904.

Rockin’ Bingo. 8pm Wednesdays. Heriot Bay Inn, 673 Hotel Rd. 250.285.3322

Indoor Rock Climbing. Something for every age and skill level. On the Rocks Climbing Gym, 1980 N. Island Hwy. 250.287.7625 rockgym.ca Gymnastics. Campbell River Gymnastics AssociationSummer Drop-in schedule for adults. Summer camps available. 1981-14th Ave. at Tamarac St. 250.286.3547.

Community Centre. Programs available 6 days a week for adults, youth, toddlers and seniors.

Drop-in anytime. 401 11th Ave. 250.286.1161 Seniors’ Centre. Lunches, dancing, bingo, games, arts & crafts, friendships. CR Common, Ironwood Rd. Open Mon-Fri. 250.914.4401 crseniors.com Go-karts & Monster Truck Rides. Open every week day, 12-4pm Aug. Open weekends 12-4 AprilOct. (weather permitting). Saratoga Speedway, 2380 Macaulay Rd. Black Creek. 250.337.5024.

Petting Farm, Farm Tours & Tractor Rides. Every Sunday-till Oct. Book your tour time: 10am, 11am, 12pm, or 1pm. Spring & Summer Camps. Holly Hill Farm, 2311 Ida Rd. 250.895.9983 Skating. Arena 2 open all summer. Call for leisure skate schedule. 225 S Dogwood St. 250.287.9234.

FREE THINGS TO TRY. There’s something to do with your family and friends anytime!

Shelter Point Distillery. Private tours available at the Second Single Malt Distillery in Canada: Wed-Sun 12pm-5pm. Free! Open for tastings everyday, 12-5pm. 4650 Regent Rd. Oyster River. 778.420.2200.

Library.

Free @ CR Library (downtown Shoppers Row).

Transformations on the shore. Wood carvings from the famous shoreline arts festival of wood carvers. Find them along the seawalk at Frank James Park. Willow Pt. Hatchery Tour. Juvenile salmon all year, or returning salmon from end-of-July to mid-November. Selfguided tours are open to visitors seven days a week from 8:00am to 4:00pm. 5km from downtown:

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Find some interesting pieces of nature and seacritters to admire.

WEST COAST ADVENTURE

Giant Game of Chess or Checkers. Giant Board is outside in between CR Library 1240 Shoppers Row. Downtown. Pieces available Mon-Sat, weather permitting.

Safety and comfort.

Specializing in small group tours.

1.855.659.2327

Fishing Pier. CR Discovery Pier, award winning wheelchair accessible, salt water fishing, 600ft pier, fishing rods available for rent. Plus the Pier Café. . 655 Island Hwy. Govt Wharf. 250.286.3161.

MT WASHINGTON ALPINE RESORT. 48 min drive from downtown Campbell River. 888.231.1499. mountwashington.ca Quad Bungee Trampoline. Bounce high into the air with little effort. Flip forward and backward in complete safety.

Discovery Harbour Marina adventurequestcanada.com

›› FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKETS SHOP LOCAL & HANDMADE.

Mini Golf. Hit the mini links with your mini crew!

Pier Street Farmers’ Markets. Free outdoor market with live music. Sundays, 10am-2.30pm.

Hand-made gifts, goodies, and fresh farmers fresh produce. Maritime Heritage Centre parking lot, 621 Island Hwy. 250.895.0166.

Scenic Chair Lift. Ride to the summit of the mountain.

Take in the stunning alpine-to-ocean vistas while walking the marked easy-access trails, then board the chairlift for the ride down.

Quadra Island Farmers’ Market & Bazaar . Saturdays, 10am-2pm, Now-Sept. Just a 3min walk from the ferry landing. 657 Harper Rd, Quathiaski Cove, Quadra Island. 250.285.2979.

Disk Golf. Test your skills of throwing and accuracy.

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 FREE |  FRIENDLY | FEATURED |  FAMOUS Sayward Market. Saturdays 10am-1pm. Fresh produce, crafts, and local jewelry. Sayward Heritage Hall, 3 km off of the Hwy. 250.282.0192.

NI Farmers’ Market. 10am-2pm. Running every other Saturday. Support homemade and home grown! Port McNeill. 250.902.8295.

›› SWIM / GET WET Centennial Outdoor Pool. Open now until Aug. 31st. 4 Ave, Campbell River. 250.923.7911.

McIvor Lake .- 11min drive from downtown Campbell River on the Gold River Hwy 28, then take a right on to Lower McIvor Lake Rd. Saratoga Beach. 28min drive from downtown Campbell River traveling south on the Old Island Hwy 19A to Oyster River.

Miracle Beach. 30min drive from downtown Campbell River traveling south on the Old Island 19A Hwy.

LOCAL MARINE LIFE Sea. Touch. Explore.

Unique hands-on experiences.

Discovery Pier, Isl Hwy

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Fly Boarding. Be pushed up 20ft into the air on water powered jets. Operates at Lake McIvor.

All equipment included. Now-Sept. Fly High Adventures, 250.202.4655.

Waterskiing & Wakeboarding. McIvor Lake, contact Campbell River Eagles Waterski Club 250 203-2512.

Rent a Kayak. Enjoy a relaxing adventure in one of our single or double pelican sea kayaks. Pacific Playgrounds. 250.337.5600.

Paddle Boarding. Full day-$39, Half day $29 or hourly $10. Protected area around beach, perfect for beginners, All equipment supplied. Strathcona Outdoor Centre. Hwy 28, 40 mins drive from downtown Campbell River.

›› ART GALLERY & ART EXHIBITS Perpetual Motion: Original Fine Arts exhibits will be displayed around the Lodge, available for sale.

Each month the art will be changed to show over 90 Canadian artists works. 12pm at Painters Lodge, 1625 McDonald Rd. 1 888-999-2799 CR Art Gallery. Browse local art exhibits and art gallery on display. By donation. 1235 Shoppers Row. 250.287.2261.

Crows Nest Gallery. View local & handmade art in the gallery. See calendar for lesson times. Open TuesSat 10am-5pm. 2116F S. Island Hwy. 778.348.2769.

Direct Art Gallery. Tyee Plaza. Local Art and Photography. Downtown Art-Making. Super Saturdays at CR Art Gallery - Different art-making activity for all ages. Just drop-in! 1-3pm every other Saturday. Materials included. crartgallery.com Aboriginal Art Gallery & Gift Store. Awatin Aboriginal Art - 100% aboriginal-owned business, featuring authentic aboriginal art, antiques & stones in their gallery. Open 10am-4pm Mon-Sun. #104-909 Island Hwy (in the Georgia Quay) 250.914.4452 First Nations Gift Shop. Wei Wai Kum House of Treasures, 1400 Wei Wai Kum Rd. 250.286.6949

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›› MUSEUMS Hands on Aquarium. Discovery Passage Aquarium. See, Touch, Explore. Discovery Pier, at the Govt. Wharf Island Hwy. Open 10am-5pm every day! discoverypassageaquarium.ca 250.914.5500.

CR Museum. Many exhibits including CR's longest running & most awesome puppet theatre program (32 years!) Open hours for the Summer are 10am-5pm daily. 250.287.3103. 470 Island Hwy. Maritime Heritage Centre. See the Famous BCP45 Fishing Boat That Appears on the $5 Bill.

2 floors of artifacts including the famous BCP45 fishing boat. Open Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm, Discovery Pier, Island Hwy. 250.286.3161.

Nuyumbalees Cultural Centre. Catch a ferry from Campbell River to Quadra Island. Drive (or Bike ride 12mins/3.4km) to 34 Weway Rd, Quathiaski Cove. Open 10am-4pm daily until Sept (possibly Oct). 250.285.3733, nuyumbalees.com

in 4 Hours ›› WALK/ RUN/ RIDE HIKING. Pack a lunch & water bottles and enjoy one of 3 popular hikes you can finish in 4 hours or less: Upper Myra Falls. (6kms 4hrs). Easy to

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›› RECREATION Saratoga Speedway Saturday Night Races:.

Gates 5:30pm. Races start 7pm. Featuring; Monster Trucks, Robo Dragon Car Eating Machine, Logging Truck Rodeo, Crash to Pass, Mad Max Extreme Racing, IMCA Modifieds, Bomber Cars, Road Runners, Hornet Cars, Wilroc Sprint Cars, Heads-Up Drag Racing, Old Timers, Big Rigs, School Bus Derby, The Crusher Car Jumper, Fireworks, and great Eating & bathroom facilities! 2380 Macaulay Rd. Black Creek. 250.337.5024. saratogaracing.ca Quadra Island Self-Guided Art Studio Tour. 11 studios, open year-round-FREE tours. Brochures and map on ferry and Tourist Info Centre. Please phone ahead to ensure artists are available.

250.285.2547 quadraislandarts.com Fishing. Rippingales Fishing 1-800-988-8242 rippingalesfishing.com QUADRA ISLAND KAYAKS. Half Day, Full Day & Sunset Tours. No experience required. Walk onto the ferry, and a shuttle bus will pick you up.

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Eagle Eye Adventures. Marine wildlife, whale watching tour. Experience the rapids. Stop at Stuart Island. Depart from CR Discovery harbour Marina and search in between the islands for wildlife. eagleeyeadventures.com. 250.286.0809.

FREE |  FRIENDLY |  FEATURED |  FAMOUS Kayaks, 250.285.3400. Toll Free: 1.877.475.8687. info@quadraislandkayaks.com

Pacific Pro Dive & Marine Adventures. Cruise the local inlets in search of Humpback whales, orcas, sealions, seals, seabirds & dolphins.1340 Island Hwy. 1.877.800.3483.

STRATHCONA LODGE ADVENTURES. Located on the Gold RIver Highway. Watercraft rentals available and instructed outdoor recreation such as: Tree Climb, Zipline, Kayaking, High Ropes, Rock Climbing. Activities available weekly on a schedule.

Call (250)286-3122 for details.

›› ADVENTURE TOURS WHALES & WILDLIFE TOURS. 50 North Adventures. Custom tours available.

Covered boat. “Go where the locals go.” Desolation sound tours. Discovery Marina F. Dock. 250.702.4515.

Discovery Marine Safaris. Ethical whale watching safaris from Campbell River. adventurewhalewatching. com. 250.287.7008.

CR Whale Watching. Ocean rapid adventures, eco tours, whale & bear watching. Zodiac Boats.

Discovery Harbour Marina E dock. crwhalewatching. com. 250.287.2667.

Stubbs Island Whale Watching. Cruise through the Johnstone Strait, Blackfish Sound and the myraid of the islands in search of humpback whales, and other wildlife. stubbs-island.com. 1.800.665.3066.

FLOAT PLANE TOURS. Corilair. Departing from Tyee Spit to remote islands including; refuge cove, Surge Narrows, Big Bay, Blind Channel, Historic Mil Tour. corilair. com. 1.888.287.8366.

SCUBA DIVING LESSONS & TOURS. Pacific Pro Dive & Marine Adventures. Snorkel with the seals, sealions and marine life. Half day big animal encounter like no other. Includes wetsuit, mask, snorkel & fins. Free shuttle pick-up. Also offers recreational, technical diving, first aid, and servicing courses. 1340 Island Hwy. 1.877.800.3483.

Beaver Aquatics. Scuba diving lessons & toursdiscover why our deep diving waters are famous. beaveraquatics.ca, 250.287.7652 Destiny River Adventure. Snorkel with the Salmon Adventure. Season starts July 20 until the end of Sept. Prime snorkeling season begins in August, www. destinyriver.com, 1995 Island Hwy. 250.287.4800.

STRATHCONA GARDENS RECREATION COMPLEX

AUG EVENTS KEEP COOL AT THE ARENA

Everyone Welcome Skate . . . . . Sunday 2-5pm Skate on the leisure ice . Tue & Thu | 11:30-1:30pm

ARENA CAMPS

Aug 7-10 | 27-31 MACH 1 Squad Camp Dash & Splash Camp Aug 13-17 | Aug 20-24 Coolest Game on Earth Aug 27-31 Ice Quest Skating Camp Aug 20-24 Ice in My Veins (8-11) Aug 13-17 | 4:30-6pm Ice in My Veins (12-14) Aug 13-17 | 6:15-7:45pm Ice Quest Preschool Camp Aug 7-10 Little Rascals Hockey Camp Aug 7-10 Strathcona Gardens 250-830-6777 www.strathconagardens.com

We are taking registrations for fall programs starting August 7. Register for your choice of time and date.

225 South Dogwood Street Campbell River

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Servicing the

CAMPBELL RIVER & GOLD RIVER AREAS

›› EASY RECREATION Golfing. Gold River Golf & Country Club 9 & 18 holes. Licensed lounge and scenic patio. Carts available. Gold River Hwy. 250.283.7266.

Music Bingo/Karaoke. (Every Fri) Classic Rock Bingo 7pm. Karaoke 9pm. At Ridge Roadhouse Pub, 397 Donner Court. 250-283-7533 Pottery Gallery: Clayworks Cafe and GalleryDine in. Next to the Gold River. Pottery gallery and even sign up for a private pottery lesson! 500 Industrial Park Place, Gold River. 250.283.2374.

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›› ADVENTURE GUIDED TOURS Float Plane Tours. Hiking, fishing, surfing, or camping adventure. A great way to get to the Hot Springs Cove. Air Nootka. 800 Mill Road.

Gold River. www.airnootka.com. 250-283-2255.

Day & Overnight Cruise. Explore the Wild West Coast on a cruise aboard MV Uchuck III. Maritime culture and history of Nootka Sound, Esperanza Inlet and Kyuquot Sound. 1.877.824.8253 www.getwest.ca CAVING The Little Huson. Located on the Atluck Creek canyon that flow from the Little Huson Lake. Easy to moderate caving.

Upana Caves. 5 caves to explore, waterfall, viewing platform. West on Head Bay Forest Road.

Weimar Caves. 5km southeast of Tahsis. Moderate to high risk. For experienced or guided visitors.

Thanksgiving Ridge. Above Head Bay at the end of Tlupana Inlet. Great for repelling.

White Ridge Provincial Park Caving. East side of Gold River in the mountains. Some of Canada's longest and deepest caves. For experienced cavers.

PROVINCIAL PARKS & HIKING TRAILS. Enjoy the outdoors in these scenic spots. 250-283-2418 for info.

Gold Muchalat. Canoeing, cycling, fishing, wildlife viewing and hiking. Bring a picnic!

Star Lake Recreation Area. Canoeing, swimming, picnicking and fishing! Picnic tables, fire pits, and bathrooms.

Antler Lake Trail & Recreation Area. Cutthroat and rainbow trout fishing. Appx 60-min easy hiking trail one way. Bike trails.

Rugged Point Marine Provincial Park. Accessible by boat only. Wilderness camping. Picnic area.

Salmon fishing. Short 5-min trail.

Peppercorn Trail. 40-min one way. Along the Gold River. Swimming and cliff jumping.

Heber River Trail. 40-min trail round trip following the heber Canyon. Great fly fishing.

Scout lake Trail. 2km trail leading to Scout Lake. Bike trails.

OVERNIGHT ADVENTURE TOURS 1, 2, 3 day cruises aboard the MV UCHUCK III

1.877.824.8253 www.getwest.ca

Let Air Nootka take you to the Nookta Island trail head.

Hot springs 1day trips $150pp.

1.877.795.2255 www.airnootka.com

Elk River Trail. 13km one way. Scenic Landslide lake. Backcountry campsites on the way.

Lady Falls. 15-min round trip. Viewing platform.

Indian Falls. Canyon, river and forest views.

SWIM / GET WET Aquatic & Sports Centre. Open 9am-9pm till June 9 for swimming, lessons, aquafit, and the weight room. 350 Muchalat Dr. 250.283.2216.

Gold River. Go swimming in the river, and enjoy the beautiful beaches along the river.

Lake Swimming. Star lake (Off Ucona Road), Muchalat Lake, Antler Lake, Buttle Lake .

Upper Myra Falls. (7.9km) 2-3hrs. View the beautiful Upper Myra Waterfall.

Lower Myra Falls. (1.2km). Enjoy the waterfalls running into a turquoise pool.

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Senior’s Centre

$5 Meals Mon-Fri • 11am-12:45pm • 250-914-4401 • www.crseniors.com

Garage Sale

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10:00 am to 2:30 pm

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Yoga 9:30-10:30 Mon, Wed & Fri Line Dancing 10:30-12 Mon & Fri Beginner Line Dancing 9:30-10:30 Tue Canceled for summer. Returns in Sept.

CARDS/GAMES 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 Mahjongg @ 12:15-3 Mon & Fri

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LOCAL DINING Sushi Mong

Japanese & Korean

988 Shopper's Row

Serious Coffee 1-2253 S Island Hwy. 250-923-1312

250-287-7066

Royal Zayka

Indian Cuisine, 968 Alder St.

250-850-0785

Amazing Authentic

BAAN THAI • 250-286-4850 Upstairs 1090B Shoppers Row

Baba Gannouj 250-286-3899 Bejing House 250-830-3268 Best Wok Chinese 250-287-2831 Canton Chinese 250-286-0242 Ginger Beef House 250-850-0729 Honey Lemon Grill 250-914-5491 Imagine Thai Cuisine 778-346-3663 Miki’s Sushi 250-914-4997 WATERFRONT Rose Bowl Chinese 250-287-9534 Spice Hut Indian 778-346-2222 Wasabiya Japanese 250-287-7711 White Tower Steak & Pizza 250-287-2282

605 - 11th Ave. 250-286-1231

Sunny Day Café 780 A 13th Ave 250-914-3445

Cedar St. Eats (Healthy Way Store) 250-286-6011 Fuel Up Cafe CR Airport 250-926-0463 Gourmet Java 250-286-4625 Grey Dog Deli 250-914-4739 Island Grind Coffee & Tea 778-418-4401 Java Shack 250-287-9881 WATERFRONT Nesbitt’s Island Coffee 250-287-4887 Shot in the Dark 250-287-7414 Steiner's Bakery 250-287-7323 Sundance Java Bar 250-923-8827 Baba Gannouj 250-286-3899 Beehive 250-830-1711

FINE DINING Acropolis Steakhouse 465 Merecroft Rd. 250-914-0909

CAFÉS & LUNCH SPOTS 2190 S. Island Hwy.

250-923-4000

STEAKS RIBS PIZZA GREEK

Discovery Harbour Centre 250-287-4143

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PUBS & BARS 397 Donner Court Gold River 250-283-7533

Tyee Pub

Painter's Lodge

1625 McDonald Ave.

250-286-1102

Beachfire Brewing 250-914-3473 Freddies Pub 250-923-4202 MVP Pub 250-286-4944 Rip Tide Marine Pub 250-830-0044 Salmon Point Restaurant & Pub 250-923-7272 Super Mario's 250-850-1233

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2207D Glenmore Rd. 778-420-1990 Acropolis Steakhouse 250-914-0909 Boston Pizza 250-286-6120 Dominos 250-923-9228 Ryan’s Pizza & Grill 250-286-8888 Papa Murphy’s 250-923-0402 Pizza Hut 250-914-4777

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(250) 286-3448 • 811 13th Ave Big Rock Garage 250-923-7712 WATERFRONT Dukes Grill & Pizza 250-286-6650 Gold River Golf Course (250) 283-7266 Ideal Cafe 250-287-9055 Lee’s Famous Chicken 250-287-4424 Moxies 250-830-1500 MVP Restaurant 250-286-4944 Popsey’s 250-286-4828 Quay West 250-286-9988 WATERFRONT SoCal 250-923-7611 Sandtrap Restaurant & Lounge 250-287-4970 Taco Del Mar 250- 286 8350 Whistlin' Waffle 250-204-1617

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11:30am to 9pm • Along the Seawalk 906 South isl Hwy • 250-923-7712

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SEPTEMBER 1 — 30 11:00AM - 9:00PM Walk the gardens of Painters Lodge surrounded by Fine Art, Artisans and Crafters.

Over 150 Artists on display throughout September

ATTENTION VANCOUVER ISLAND RESIDENTS EARLY BIRD SPECIAL

Fall / Winter Getaway Package Stay - Dine - Tour Book for Oct – Dec 2018 (2ppl) includes

RESERVATIONS: 1.888.999.2799 Fine Art displayed daily at Painters Lodge and April Point.

Historical Art tours with wine and cheese. Must Reserve.

breakfast, a $50 meal credit & art & wine tour

VI RESIDENT SPECIAL September 1 – 30, 2018 $259 (2ppl) includes breakfast & a $50 meal credit

EVERY WEEKEND IN SEPTEMBER Mimes, live painting and music on the grounds.

1625 McDonald Road, Campbell River www.painterslodge.com

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LOGGING 11am Sat, Aug 24th

Ray Watkins Elementary

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Crib Table Drawn Sun, Aug 26 TICKETS $10

NIMPKISH 500 Go Cart Race

• Go Carts available.

• Bring a helmet.

BALL TOURNAMENT

Greasy Pole in the Lower Parking Lot on Friday Night ‘Party in the Park’ at Nimpkish Park- Saturday afternoon

8 Amazing Carvers v Across Canada

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