Comox Valley What's On Digest March 2018

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EVERY WEEK Every Day

Wine Tasting at 40 Knots Winery, Tue-Sun 11am5pm until Thanksgiving, then 1pm-5pm. 2400 Anderton Rd, 941-8810.

Monday

Strathcona Syphony Orchestra Rehearsal, 6:30pm, Vanier School Poker Night & Pool Tourny, Griffin Pub, 7pm, 3394466 Letz Sing, Native Sons Hall, 7pm, letzsingtina@ gmail.com Open Stage at Cornerstone Taphouse, 7:30pm, 8718988 Jam with Ryder Bachman Band – every 2nd Monday, Cunmberland Hotel, 336-8844 Karaoke Night, Avalanche Bar, 9pm, 331-0334

Tuesday

Letz Sing Comox, Lions Den, 10am, letzsingtina@ gmail.com Moms & Tots, 10am, Northgate Church, 334-2727 Games & Ground Tuesday Events; 12pm gamesandgrounds.com Euchre, Courtenay Legion, 1:30pm, 334-4322 Pasta Tuesday at Toscanos, 4:30pm, 890-7575 Board Game Night, Griffin Pub, 5pm, 339-4466

Mixed Darts, Griffin Pub, 7pm, 339-4466 Trivial Matters, Flying Canoe Pub, 8pm. 331-4006

Wednesday

Storytime, Comox Library, 10:30am, 339-2971 Games & Ground Wednesday Events; 12pm gamesandgrounds.com Drop-in Darts, Courtenay Legion, 1pm, 334-4322 Wacky Wednesday, Griffin Pub, 3pm, 339-4466 Wine Wednesday, Toscano’s, 4:30pm, 890-7575 Pool League, Avalanche Bar, 6pm, 331-0334 Bingo Night, Cumberland Community Schools, 6:15pm, 650-8305 Weekly Line Dancing: 6:30pm, Courtenay Legion, courtenaylegion.ca . 250 871 6129 Letz Sing Black Creek, Hlbe Hall, 7:30pm, letzsingtina@gmail.com Cox, Bachman & Guests Classic Blues, Cumberland Hotel, 7:30pm, 336-8844 Guess That Groove, Flying Canoe Pub, 8pm. 3314006 Loonie Tunes Karakoe, Mex Pub, 9pm. 703-9573

Thursday

Storytime, Courtenay Library, 10:30am, 334-3369 Games & Ground Thursday Events; 12pm gamesandgrounds.com

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Poker, Griffin Pub, 7pm, 339-4466 Men’s League Darts: 7pm, Courtenay Legion, 3344911 Choir!: 7pm, Lake Trail Music Room, 335-2371.

Jazz Night, Avalanche Bar, 7:30pm, 331-0334 Open Mic with K.C. Hingley, Flying Canoe Pub, 8pm, 331-4006 Open Jam, Mex Pub, 8:30pm, 703.9573

Friday

Storytime, Cumberland Library, 10am, 336-8121 Games & Ground Friday Events; 12pm gamesandgrounds.com Blind Yoga: 1:30pm, Berwick Comox Valley, 3384074.

Boxing for Parkinsons: CV Boxing Club, 2:30pm, 898-7444. 129-5th St Charity Meat Draw, Courtenay Legion, 5pm. 334-4322 Drop-In Lego Club, Comox Library, 3pm, 339-2971 Karaoke with Kim, Cumberland Hotel, 9pm, 3368844 DJ & Dancing, Avalanche Bar, 9:30pm, 331-0334

Saturday

CV Farmers Market, Exhibition Grounds, 9am, Native Sons Hall. cvfm.ca CV Road Runners Clinic, 9am lower Native Sons Hall, cvrr.ca, 897-1213 Denman Island Farmers’ Market: 9:30am-12:30pm.

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Play Day, Courtenay Library, 10am-12pm, 334-3369 Games & Ground Saturday Events; 12pm gamesandgrounds.com Poker: The Mex Pub, 1pm. 1003 Ryan Rd, Courtenay.703.9573.

Street Smart Kidz Meat Draw: Whistle Stop Pub, 2-5pm. 2355 Mansfield Dr, Courtenay. 334.4500.

Live Music & Meat Draw: Courtenay Legion, 2-5pm, 367 Cliffe Ave., Courtenay. 334.4911 Meat Draw: Cumberland Legion, 3pm Charity Meat Draw: 3-5pm, Highwayman Saloon, Union Bay. (Just 10mins from Walmart) 5:40 Express & Potluck Cafe, St. Peter’s Anglican Church, 339-2925 Name that Tune, Griffin Pub, 9pm, 339-4466 DJ & Dancing, Avalanche Bar, 9:30pm, 331-0334

Sunday

Non-Denominational Christian Worship Service: Berwick Retirement Community, 10am. 1700 Comox Ave. Comox. 890.2346.

Free Pool, Avalanche Bar, all day, 331-0334 Meat Draw Bingo: Cumberland Hotel, 1-3pm. 2714 Dunsmuir Ave. 336.8844 Free Pool, Griffin Pub, starts at 1pm, 339-4466 Sunday Afternoon Dance, featuring the Amigos, Mex Pub, 2pm, 703.9573 Open Jam & Lions Club Meat Draw: Fanny Bay Inn, 5-8pm. 335.2323 Open Mic with Rob Petrie, Griffin Pub, 7pm 339-4466 Blue Grass Sit-In, Cumberland Hotel, 336.8844 Karaoke with Milo, Flying Canoe Pub, 9pm, 331-4006

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MUST SEE EVENTS

SEE CALENDAR OF EVENTS FOR MORE INFORMATION

MAR 3

SEEDY SATURDAY

MAR 4

LUNARFEST – YEAR OF THE DOG

Comox Valley Seed Growers and Savers Annual Sale

Courtenay’s Annual Multi-Cultural Celebration

MAR 15

QRISTINA AND QUINN BACHAND Start St. Patrick’s Day a bit early with this acclaimed duo.

MAR 16 & 17

MAR 17

ONE MORE TIME WITH ELVIS STOJKO

Canada’s iconic World Champion returns to the Comox Valley – One More time Meet & Greet on the 16th, two performances on the 17th

ST PADDY’S DAY! Lots of Special Events to help you celebrate!

MAR 22-25 ONCE UPON A MATTRESS

3 Legged Dog Productions’s re-telling of a Hans Christian Andersen classic.

MAR 23

UNDER THE STARS WINE FESTIVAL

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Complimentary shuttle: Courtenay, Comox, & Cumberland areas

Over 150 BC fine wines, craft beers, gourmet local cuisine, a silent auction, and live entertainment!

March 23, 2018 7 to 9 pm

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Tickets: $75

Tickets available at NIC bookstore, 2300 Ryan Road, Courtenay or online at https://nicwinefestival.eventbrite.ca

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Whats On Digest Calendar Events

Comox Valley Newcomers Club

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A social club open to women who

ComoxValley.WhatsOnDigest.com Ongoing Exhibits~

RETURN: Until March 23, Tue-Sat 10am-5pm, CV Art Gallery, The politicized lens-based work of contemporary feminist photographers Nancy Bleck & Eileen Leier. comoxvalleyartgallery.com 338-6211. 580 Duncan Av Members Spring Show: Until March 10. Tue-Sat 10am4pm. Pearl Ellis Gallery pearlellisgallery.com. 339-2822. 1729A Comox Av Showcase-Comox Valley Photography Society: Starts March 13, Tue-Sat 10am-4pm, Pearl Ellis Gallery, pearlellisgallery.com. 339-2822. 1729A Comox Av

have resided in the Comox Valley for less than two years.

Next meeting:

Monday, March 12 6:30pm, Crown Isle Clubhouse

www.cvnewcomers.net

Saturday Farmers Markets~

CV Farmers Market: 9am-1pm. Native Sons Hall (Courtenay Legion Feb 3). cvfm.ca Denman Island Farmers Market: 9:30am12:30pm.5901 Denman Rd,

Please see Every Week p2, Family Fun p10-11, & Seniors’ Events p24-26 Mar 1, Thu~

Choir!: 7pm, Lake Trail Music Room, A non-auditioned community choir - learn by ear & sing unique arrangements of everything from Gospel to Radiohead. $12 per session. melisadevost.com. 335-2371. 805 Willemar Av Open Mic: 8pm, Flying Canoe Pub, with K.C. Hingley. flyingcanoe.ca . 331.4006. 1590 Cliffe Av Open Jam: 8:30pm, Mex Pub, Hosted by Barry P. & Friends. mexpub.ca. 703.9573. 1001 Ryan Rd The Real McKenzies: 9:30pm, Waverley Hotel, A ferocious troupe of insanely talented minstrels, storytellers & entertainers melding traditional acoustic & electric to create a sound like no other. Tix at Bop City, The Waverley, by phone 336.8322 & online @ CumberlandVillageWorks.

Com $15, waverleyhotel.ca . 2692 Dunsmuir.

Mar 2, Fri~

Soup & Sandwich Lunch: 11am, Cumberland Legion, 336-2361. 2770 Dunsmuir Dab & Donate to Mental Health: 7pm, Avalanche Bar, Music bingo fundraiser. avalanchebar.ca 331-0334. 275-8 St Canucks vs Predators: 7pm, Enter to win Canucks tickets at the Canoe Pub! Trivia Night for Kus-Kus-Sum: 7pm, K’omoks Band Hall, A fun filled night to raise funds for this important effort to purchase & restore the old Fields Sawmill site. Register by emailing info@cumberlandforest.com $100/table, 6 players per table, cumberlandforest.com 3320 Comox rd Discover Scuba: 7pm, CV Aquatic Ctr, preregister to guarantee your spot! Just pay admission into the Aquatic Ctr, ubdiving.com 338.0161. 377 Lerwick Av Sinistrio Organ Trio: 8pm, Studio Live. Jazzy & funky to ethereal & psychadelic. Adv. Tix, $15 at Bop City Records, Rider’s Pizza or studiolivestudio@gmail.com. Door: $20, myspace.com/sinistrio . 2679 Beaufort Av The Impalas: 8:30pm, Griffin Pub, Plus TGIF Prize Pot Draw, the pot grows by $50 each week until its won!, griffinpub.ca 339.4466. 1185 Kilmorley Larry Ayre: 9pm, Cornerstone Cafe, cornerstonetaphouse.

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com. 871.8988. 208-5th St Illvis Freshly, Dephicit & Mt.Doyle: 9:30pm, Waverley Hotel, A Triple Header event! Ilvis Freshly is a fusion of hip hop, live instrumentation, & electronic music bringing that funky fresh dopeness strait to your ear drums. Joined by 2 special guests Dephicit & Mt. Doyle. Tickets at tickit.ca $15, waverleyhotel.ca. 336.8322. 2692 Dunsmuir CLUNKY BOOTS w/ AZ-Real, Twisted Genetics, Dizzy & McBane: 10pm, Mex Pub, presented by NORTH 2 SOUTH ENT. Advance $5. Door $10. mexpub.ca . 703.9573.

1001 Ryan Rd.

Mar 3, Sat~

Spin-A-Thon: 6am, Comox Community Ctr, Get your team ready to cycle a spin bike 12hrs straight! Funds are going to Canadian Tire Jump Start & CV Health Care Foundation. $300 per team, .comox.ca/recreation . 339-2255. 1855 Noel Av CV Farmers Market: 9am, Native Sons Hall, cvfm.ca .

218.0321. 360 Cliffe Av. Bach Flower Remedies: 9:30am, Anco Inn, Learn to use the Bach flower remedies to lead a happier, healthier life 9:30 - 4:30, Sat & Sun. bachflowerscanada.com. 331-3228 Denman Island Farmers Market: 9:30am, 5901 Denman Rd Black Creek Rocks Curling Funspiel: 9:30am, CV

Curling Club, Enter teams of four to compete in this curling tournament with a focus on fun! All abilities welcome. 3375190. 4835 Headquarters Rd Seedy Saturday: 10am, Florence Filberg Ctr, LOCAL SEED = BOUNTIFUL HARVEST. Speakers are Des Kennedy at 10:30, “Becoming a seed extremist” & Elodie Roger at 12:30, “Getting Started: the basics of seed saving” & again at 1:30, “Food Security to Locally Adapted Seed: the critical link.” $5 entry, cvgss.org. 411 Anderton Healing Misunderstanding in Relationships: 1pm, Flow Yoga Studio, First of the Relationship Skills Workshop Series. Join & learn! $69 + GST, .justiceschanfarber.com 2043301. 58 Adams Rd Free Meditation Class: 1pm, Courtenay Library, Learn How to Meditate! Free, .freemeditation.com. 954-5040. 3006th St Westcoast Poker Tour: 1pm, Mex Pub, mexpub.ca. 7039573. 1001 Ryan Rd 5:40 Express & Potluck Cafe: 5:40pm, St Peters Anglican Church, 5:40 Express & Potluck Cafe is an easy going, relaxed, contemporary worship service. Each week we may have drama, music, stories or personal testimonies. Please stay for our Potluck Dinner & Cafe afterwards. stpeterscomox. ca. 339-2925. 218 Church St. UFC 222 Cyborg vs Kunitskaya: 6pm, Avalanche Bar,

9 avalanchebar.ca. 331-0334. 275-8 St Name That Tune: 9pm, Griffin Pub, griffinpub.ca 339.4466. 1185 Kilmorley Rd Richard Spencer: 9pm, Cornerstone Cafe. cornerstonetaphouse.com . 2508718988. 208 5th St. The Rangers: 9:30pm, Mex Pub, Live Rock No Cover mexpub. ca. 703.9573. 1001 Ryan Rd

Mar 4, Sun~

Herb Bradley Challenge: 8:30am, Mt Washington, Participate in this fun poker run by entering a team. Doorprize draws, some special awards, & the best poker hand of the day will be revealed. visasweb.ca . 890-0776.

Bach Flower Remedies: 9:30am, Anco Inn, See Mar 3 Bolshoi Ballet: 9:45am, Rialto Theatre, In the era of the French Revolution, Jeanne & her brother Jerome leave Marseille for Paris in support the revolutionary effort.

While fighting for freedom, they both encounter love. comoxvalleyarts.com 334-2983. 2665 Cliffe Av LunarFest - The Year of the Dog: 11am, Native Sons Hall, The Lanterns of Blessings exhibit, the Perfect Year of the Dog exhibit, Canadog - the Space husky, New Year Crafts & Workshops, Moon Crawl - the Supersized Ball Pit. .lunarfest. org. 792-0738. 360 Cliffe Av All Nations Variety Show: 1pm, Filberg Ctr, Live entertainment, story telling, demonstrations, & silent auction!

Special guests from the Indigenous Women’s Sharing Society & the Multi-Cultural Society will be there. Tix at Filberg Office. $15, evergreenclub.ca . 250-338-1000. 411 Anderton Av Gord Kruger & The Amigos Afternoon Dance: 2pm, Mex Pub, mexpub.ca. 703.9573. 1003 Ryan Rd Whitecaps vs Impact: 3pm, Catch it at the Canoe! whitecapsfc.com SalsaSundays: 5:45pm, Elks Hall, Learn to dance salsa in the uniquely Cuban dance game known Casino Rueda. $12/ class- $80/8 classes, on Facebook -dancinginthecomoxvalley 338-8079. 231-6th St Banff Mountain Film Festival: 7pm, Sid Williams Theatre, Award-winning films & audience favourites chosen to travel the globe. sidwilliamstheatre.com. 338-2430. 442 Cliffe Av Karaoke: 9pm, Flying Canoe Pub, Let Milo elevate your soul. .flyingcanoe.ca 331-4006.1590 Cliffe Av

Mar 5, Mon See also Every Week p3.

Lunch & Learn Yoga: 12pm, Yoga 10 Studio, Free, yoga10studio.com 897-0069. 432-10th st.

Canucks vs Islanders: 7pm, Enter to win Canucks tickets at the Canoe Pub!

Mar 6, Tue~

DVD Releases: Gone Hollywood, The Greatest Showman, Continued on page 12

What’s On Screen Cinema

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MARCH 2: Red Sparrow, Death Wish, Nostalgia MARCH 9: A Wrinkle in Time, , Gringo, The Strangers: Prey at Night, The Leisure Seeker MARCH 10: Semiramide (MET) MARCH 16: Love Simon, Tomb Raider MARCH 23: Pacific Rim: Uprising, Isle of Dogs, Midnight Sun, Sherlock Gnomes, Unsane March 28: Paul Apostle of Christ March 29: Ready Player One March 30: Acrimony March 31: Cosi Fan Tutte (MET)

March 6th: The Greatest Showman Lady Bird Man Who Invented Christmas Thor: Ragnarok March 13th: Disaster Artist Ferdinand Handmaids Tale Season 1 Kickboxer Retaliation Shape of Water March 20th: Call Me By Your Name Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle Pitch Perfect 3 March 27th: Downsizing Molly’s Game

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Story Time: Strengthen early literacy with songs,

rhymes, & stories! For ages 0-5. virl.bc.ca Wed-Comox Library: 10:30am. 339-2971.

Thu-Courtenay Library: 10:30am. 334-3369.

Fri-Cumberland Library: 10am. 336-8121.

Moms and Tots: Tues, 10am, Northgate Foursquare Church, Connect over coffee while little ones play in a safe environment. 334.2727. 1640 Burgess Rd. Tween Night: LINC Youth Ctr, Tuesdays 3 -7 pm ages 8-11, 334-8138. 300 Old Isl Hwy Drop in Lego Club: Fri, 3pm, Comox Library, build with the library’s Lego and Duplo collection. Ages 3 & up. virl.bc.ca. 339-2971. 1720 Beaufort Av Play Day: Sat, 10am, Courtenay Library, Soft toys, large puzzles, drawing materials, KEVA blocks, and more. virl.bc.ca. 334-3369. 300-6th St.

Mar 6 & 13, Tue~ Child Pop Up Program:

10am, Union Bay Community Hall, Simple children’s art activities, puzzles & books, & info on community supports & resources. FMI. call Sue at 338-4288 ext.

250. 5401 S Isl Hwy, Union Bay. Mar 7, Wed~ Board Game Night: 5:30pm, Courtenay Library, The library has a collection of games & families are welcome to bring their own. virl. bc.ca. 334-3369. 300-6th St.

Mar 16, Fri~ Hip Hop & Open Mic Night: 7:30pm, LINC Youth Ctr, Bring your rhymes, guitars, poems, etc. 334-8138. 300 Old Island Hwy.

Mar 17, Sat~ St. Paddy Day Special Goo Zone:

2pm, CV Aquatic Ctr, All kinds of goo - pudding, jello and shaving cream and everything green! Regular Admission, comoxvalleyrd.ca. 334-2527.

Mar 26, Mon & Mar 29, Thu~ SuperSaver Spring Break Swim: 3-6pm, CV Aquatic

Centre, Visit the Wave Pool this spring break! $2.25, comoxvalleyrd.ca. 334-2527.

Mar 26-29~

Impact Sports Daycamp: 10am, CV Sports Ctr, Swim, Skate & Play Sports. This action packed camp with introduce your kids to a ton of sports. $96, comoxvalleyrd.ca. 334-9622 C.I.A.- CVRD Ice Academy: 10am, CV Sports Ctr, Intermediate Hockey Skills & Conditioning Camp, $96, comoxvalleyrd.ca. 334-9622.

Go BOLD Aquatic Adventure Dayclub & Leadership for Girls: 10am, CV Aquatic Ctr,

Participants will receive their Red Cross PeopleSavers First Aid Certificate. Includes fun team building & craft activities & a healthy snack everyday. Ages: 10-14 $96, comoxvalleyrd.ca. 334-2527 Red Cross Swim Camp: 10am, CV Aquatic Ctr. Have your kids learn valuable swimming skills & water-safe attitudes. Includes a snack. Ages: 5-9 $96, comoxvalleyrd.ca. 334-2527

Mar 30, Fri~

Statutory Day Special: 1pm, CV Sports Centre, 2 for 1 Swim & Skate, 2 Activites for the Price of 1 comoxvalleyrd.ca . 334-9622.

ValleyDads Night Out~ a range of activities for male family members/caregivers & their children hosted by a variety of organizations, 5:30-7pm, Wednesdays.

Free, fun & guaranteed to make you smile.

Mar 7, Little Chefs: 5:30pm, Lake Trail School, Cook & eat together with LUSH Valley’s Little Chefs program.

Please register with admin@lushvalley.org Mar 14, Block Builders: 5:30pm, Courtenay Library, Take on one of the Lego challenges, or go freestyle & build your own creation. virl.bc.ca . 334-3369. 300-6th St Mar 21, Skate, Skoot & Stop: 5:30pm, LINC Youth Ctr, Skate, Use the popular Indoor Skatepark. Helmets required & available onsite. Ages 6+ 334-8138. 300 Old Isl Hwy Mar 28, Open Gym & Climbing Wall: 5:30pm, Cumberland Parks & Recreation, Climbers, toys, open climbing wall & snacks! 336-2331. 2665 Dunsmuir ValleyFamilies~ a range of family-friendly activities hosted by a variety of organizations from 2-4pm, Saturdays. Activities are free, fun and guaranteed to make you smile. 336-2231. cvvalleyfamilies@gmail. com. valleychild.ca Mar 3, Courtenay Museum Guided Tour: 2pm, Courtenay Museum, Learn about our community’s

11 history. Limited Space-please register by emailing cvvalleyfamilies@gmail.com courtenaymuseum.ca 334-0686. 207-4th St. Mar 10, Family Bingo: 2pm, Comox Community Ctr, Come for some Family Bingo & burn off some energy on our Inflatable Obstacle Course! Free! 339-2255 Mar 17, Seal Bay Nature Walk: 2pm, Seal Bay Nature Park, Meet at the Bates Road parking lot in Seal Bay Park for a fun, family oriented nature walk.

Mar 24, Balloon Madness: 2pm, Courtenay Library, Build a balloon tower, make a balloon rocket & more. virl. bc.ca. 334-3369. 300-6th St Easter Special Events~

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Mar 24, Sat~ Spring Fling and Easter Things:

11am, Courtenay Museum, Race of the mascots as Newton Newt vs. the Elasmosaur, petting zoo, face painting, Easter hat craft, games and Dinosaur Egg Hunt, door prizes, courtenaymuseum.ca . 334-0686.

207-4th St Woodland Egg Hunt: 12pm, Black Creek Community Hall, Find treats and surprises, plus egg dyeing, crafts, animals, entertainment. blackcreek-cc.com. 337-5190.

2001 Black Creek Rd Mar 29, Thu~Egg-Cited: 6pm, CV Aquatic Ctr, An eggtastic good time hunting for the elusive Easter Bunny and the treasured eggs. Regular Admission, comoxvalleyrd.ca. 334-2527.

Mar 30, Fri, Mar 31, Sat & Apr 1, Sun~Easter Extravaganza: 10am, Dragonfly Hobby Farm, Meet

all the happy animals. Remember your gumboots, rain jackets and cameras! Admission $5 per person Children under one are free. Glitter Tattoos $5 Easter Egg Hunt $5 per child. thefarmonwheels.ca. 203-8113. 6310 North Isl Hwy Mar 30, Fri~Easter Party & Egg Hunt: 11am, Lewis Centre, Activities, crafts, games and maybe even a visit from the Easter Bunny! Register by Tuesday, March 27. $8/per family, courtenay.ca/easter. 338-5371. 489 Old Isl Hwy Mar 31, Sat~ Easter Mystery Hunt: 8am, Point Holmes Rec. A driving event that will take you to some beautiful locations. Solve clues, complete challenges and have a great time. Preregistration required @ scavenger-hunt-adventure-tours.ca , 465-0755. Lazo Rd at Knight Rd.

Mar 31, Sat & Apr 1, Sun~ Easter Bunny Trail: 10am, Filberg Heritage Lodge and Park, Explore

all the hidden corners of Filberg Park to find the bunnies.

Once completed, turn in your map for a special treat.

Free Admission, filberg.com 61 Filberg Rd

Apr 1, Sun~ Cumberland Easter Egg Hunt:

11am, Cumberland Rec, For both toddlers and the older kids (ages 10 & under), prizes, scavenger hunt, and a craft table. Bring your own baskets to collect your eggs! At#6 Mine Park, starting from the Cumberland Recreation parking lot. Cumberland.ca. 336-2231. 2665 Dunsmuir Apr 2, Mon~ Easter Eggstravaganza: 11:30am, Comox Marina Park, An Easter egg hunt for all ages, inflatable obstacle course, face painting and a charity BBQ. By donation - supports You Are Not Alone - YANA.. comox.ca/recreation. 339-2930. 1805 Beaufort Av

March 26-29 9AM-4PM $30 per camper If you have students Kindergarten to Grade 5, we want them to join us for an amazing four-day camp this Spring Break!

REGISTER at www.ngate.ca/kidscamp

12 Lady Bird, Man Who Invented Christmas, Thor: Ragnarok 3399121. 640 Anderton Pasta Tuesday: 4:30pm, Toscano’s Mediterranean Grill, Featured pastas. 140 Port Augusta St, 890-7575. toscanos.ca A Good Yarn: Knitting & Crochet Circle: 6:30pm, Comox Library, Bring your own project to work on, or borrow some needles & yarn & learn some basic stitches. Free, virl.bc.ca.

339-2971. 101-1720 Beaufort Av Heathers-The Musical: 7pm, Vanier Theatre, Presented

by SD 71 Performing Arts. Note: “Mature Content” gpvanier. ca. 338-9262. 4830 Headquarters Rd 1st Tuesday Fundraiser: 7:30pm, Mex Pub, featuring the Jilli Martini Trio raising funds for Yana, You Are Not Alone.

YANA is a community organization offering help to Comox Valley families who need to travel for medical services for their children. .mexpub.ca . 703-9573. 1001 Ryan Rd..

Trivial Matters: 8pm, Flying Canoe Pub, Trivial Matters: flyingcanoe.ca. 331.4006. 1590 Cliffe Av

Mar 7, Wed~

Wine Wednesday: 4:30pm, Toscanos Mediterranean Grill, 140 Port Augusta St, toscanos.ca . 890.7575. 140 Port Augusta Line Dancing: 6:30pm, Courtenay Legion, courtenaylegion.ca. 871-6129. 367 Cliffe Av Canucks vs Coyotes: 7pm, Enter to win Canucks tickets at the Canoe Pub! The Moment: 7pm, Sid Williams Theatre, This film is the origin story of a small movement of bikers who rose up, challenged the status quo, & changed the sport sidwilliamstheatre.com. 338-2430. 442 Cliffe Av Heathers-The Musical: 7pm, Vanier Theatre, See Mar 6 Guess that Groove: 8pm, Flying Canoe Pub, Music Trivia, flyingcanoe.ca, 331.4006. 1590 Cliffe Av Loonie Tunes Karaoke: 9pm, Mex Pub. WIN up to 1000 loonies! mexpub.ca . 703.9573. 1001 Ryan Rd

Mar 8, Thu~

Artist Talks -Nadine Bariteau: 6pm, CV Arts Council Artist Talk Series - NIC- Komoux Hall. comoxvalleyarts.com 334-2983. 2300 Ryan Rd Heathers-The Musical: 7pm, Vanier Theatre, See Mar 6 Choir!: 7pm, Lake Trail Music Room, See Mar 1 Aché Brasil: 7:30pm, Sid Williams Theatre, Equal parts music, dance, & spectacle, Aché Brasil has played to enthusiastic audiences & critical acclaim all over North America. sidwilliamstheatre.com. 338-2430. 442 Cliffe Av Open Mic: 8pm, Flying Canoe Pub, with K.C. Hingley. flyingcanoe.ca . 331.4006. 1590 Cliffe Av Open Jam: 8:30pm, Mex Pub, Hosted by Barry P. & Friends. mexpub.ca. 703.9573. 1001 Ryan Rd

Mar 9, Fri~

Heathers-The Musical: 7pm, Vanier Theatre, See Mar 6 Discover Scuba: 7pm, Free – see Mar 2 Festival Variety Showcase: 7pm, Sid Williams Theatre, The showcase features participants from strings, classical guitar, vocal, musical theatre, piano, speech arts, fiddle, & all disciplines of dance. Fundraiser for theNorth Island Festival of the Performing Arts. sidwilliamstheatre.com. 338-2430.

442 Cliffe Av Canucks vs Wild: 7pm, Enter to win Canucks tickets at the Canoe Pub! Double Play: 8:30pm, Griffin Pub, Plus TGIF Prize Pot Draw, the pot grows by $50 each week until its won! griffinpub.ca.

339.4466. 1185 Kilmorley.

Block Party: 9pm, Flying Canoe Pub, A six piece, eclectic rock band that plays an energetic driving, danceable rock & roll! flyingcanoe.ca. 331-4006. 1590 cliffe I Scream Tour w/ the Stiltskins & The Daisy Stranglers: 9pm, Mex Pub, $10/door. Call to confirm start time. mexpub.ca 703-9573. 1001 Ryan Rd

Mar 10, Sat~

CV Farmers Market: 9am, Native Sons Hall, cvfm.ca.

218-0321. 360 Cliffe Av Denman Island Farmers Market: 9:30am, 5901 Denman Rd. Spring into Health: 10am, St John the Divine Church Hall, Health & Wellnes Show. A diverse group of Health practitioners & experts who will be offering a variety of health-related products & services, hands on sessions & demonstrations. Free 579-5th St. Westcoast Poker Tour: 1pm, Mex Pub, mexpub.ca. 7039573. 1001 Ryan Rd Heathers-The Musical: 2pm, Vanier Theatre, See Mar 6 Whitecaps at Houston Dynamo: 3pm, Catch it at the Canoe! whitecapsfc.com 5:40 Express & Potluck Cafe: 5:30pm, St Peters Anglican Church, See Mar 3.

Heathers-The Musical: 7pm, Vanier Theatre, See Mar 6 European Favourites: 7pm, Native Sons Hall, Strathcona Symphony Orchestra. Enjoy this wonderful concert of familiar & well-loved melodies. Tickets available at Blue Heron & Benjamin Moore House of Color. 331-0158. 360 Cliffe Av Dance Gala: 7pm, Sid Williams Theatre, Encore performances from the festival. Afundraising event for North Island Festival of Performing Arts, sidwilliamstheatre.com.

338-2430. 442 Cliffe Av Metallica Tribute Band - Master of Justice: 8pm, Highwayman Saloon, Among the premier Metallica tribute bands in the world today. Check our facebook for free shuttle pickup locations. $25 at Eventbrite.ca, 5467 Island Highway S. Union Bay Kristian Braathen Trio: 8pm, Studio Live, Jazz Trio. Adv tix Bop City Records or Riders Pizza or by studiolivestudio@ gmail.com.2679 Beaufort Av Fanfare 9pm, Cornerstone Cafe cornerstonetaphouse.com.

871-8988. 208-5th St The Enablers: 9pm, Cumberland Hotel, cumberlandhotel. ca. 336.8844. 2714 Dunsmuir.

Perseverance Creek: 9pm, Mex Pub, Cumberland’s honky-tonkin country sensation No Cover, mexpub.ca .

703-9573. 1001 Ryan Rd Comedy Night: 10pm, Avalanche Bar, $10 cover, avalanchebar.ca. 331-0334. 275-8 St

Mar 11, Sun~

Pantuso Dance Masterclass: 10am, Sid Williams Theatre, Audiences will get the chance to watch the dances, see them be adjudicated, & then watch them try to incorporate the adjudications by dancing a second time. By donation to Pantuso Dance Auxiliary Society, sidwilliamstheatre.com. 338-2430. 442 Cliffe Av Crib: 1pm, Cumberland Legion, 336-2361. 2770 Dunsmuir.

Charity Poker Tournament & Silent Auction: 1pm, Mex Pub, Proceeds to The Canucks Autism Network, mexpub.ca. 703-9573. 1001 Ryan Rd Guitar Plus: 2pm, St John The Divine Anglican Church, Lyall Steel will be playing some of his own compositions & some of his favourite Spanish, Argentinian, Brazilian & French classics.

13 He will present some of these in duets with the beautiful soprano voice of Carol Anne Parkinson, Tracy Canil on flute, Cam Boyce on violin & Isabelle Durand on French & Spanish vocals. Tix $20, 941-2712. 579-5th St European Favourites: 2pm, Native Sons Hall, Strathcona Symphony See March 10 CVAG Film Series - Back To Burgundy: 5pm, Rialto Theatre, Ten years after leaving his native Burgundy, Jean returns home & will have to find & reinvent his fraternity comoxvalleyartgallery.com 338-6211. 2665 Cliffe Av SalsaSundays 5:45pm, Elks Hall, See Mar 4 Canucks at Coyotes: 6pm, Enter to win Canucks tickets at the Canoe Pub! Karaoke: 9pm, Flying Canoe Pub, Let Milo elevate your soul. .flyingcanoe.ca 331-4006.1590 Cliffe Av

Mar 12, Mon See also Every Week p3.~

Newcomers Club Meeting: 6:30pm, Crowne Isle Clubhouse, A friendly, warm & welcoming group of women. cvnewcomers.net. 650-4776. 399 Crown Isle Dr Canucks at Kings: 7:30pm, Enter to win Canucks tickets at the Canoe Pub! Karaoke Night: 9pm, Avalanche Bar avalanchebar.ca.

331.0334. 275-8th St

Mar 13, Tue~

DVD Releases: Gone Hollywood, Disaster Artist, Ferdinand, Handmaids Tale Season 1, Kickboxer Retaliation, Shape of Water, 339-9121. 640 Anderton Pasta Tuesday: 4:30pm, Toscanos Mediterranean Grill, toscanos.ca . 890.7575. 140 Port Augusta St A Good Yarn: Knitting & Crochet Circle: 6:30pm, Comox Library, See Mar 6 Trivial Matters: 8pm, Flying Canoe Compete on general trivia..flyingcanoe.ca.331.4006. 1590 Cliffe Av

Mar 14, Wed~

Spring Bazaar: 11am, Buchanan Hall, Cumberland Lamplighters O.A.P. Society #51, $8 & includes soups, sandwiches, dessert, tea or coffee. Door prizes, craft tables, bake tables, raffle prizes & a white elephant table. 336-8900.

2676 Dunsmuir Av Wine Wednesday: 4:30pm, Toscanos Mediterranean Grill, See Mar 7 Line Dance Nights: 6:30pm, Courtenay Legion, See Mr 7 Make Every Vote Count!: 7pm, Stan Hagen Theatre, NIC. Join Elizabeth May & guest panelists to talk about fair elections & proportional representation. Free tickets from eventbrite.ca Canucks at Ducks: 7pm, Enter to win Canucks tickets at the Canoe Pub! 54-40 Unplugged: 7:30pm, Sid Williams Theatre, Songs & Stories is an intimate & re-imagining of 54-40’s greatest hits! Between songs the band engages with the audience sharing stories from their 30+ years together as a band. sidwilliamstheatre.com. 338-2430. 442 Cliffe Av Guess that Groove Music Trivia: 8pm, Flying Canoe t Pub, See Mar 7 Loonie Tunes Karaoke: 9pm, Mex Pub, See Mar 7

Mar 15, Thu~

CV Writers Society: 7pm, Valley View Elementary School, cvwriterssociety.ca The Queen of the North Disaster: 7pm, Courtenay Museum, A lecture based on The Queen of the North Disaster: The Captain’s Storywith author Colin Henthorne.

courtenaymuseum.ca. 334-0686. 207-4th St Choir!: 7pm, Lake Trail Music Room, see Mar 1 Carlos del Junco & The Blues Mongrels: 7:30pm, Sid Williams Theatre, To say Carlos del Junco plays harmonica is like saying “Jimi Hendrix plays guitar”. Simultaneously sophisticated & raw, his playing blurs the boundaries between blues & jazz. sidwilliamstheatre.com. 338-2430.

442 Cliffe Av Qristina & Quinn Bachand: 8pm, Cumberland Hotel, Qristina & Quinn Bachand have garnered a mantle-packing collection of awards & recognition that thrust them to the top of the international Celtic music world. $20.00 at islandmusicfest.com 871-8463. 2714 Dunsmuir Av Open Mic: 8pm, Flying Canoe Pub, with K.C. Hingley. flyingcanoe.ca . 331.4006. 1590 Cliffe Av Open Jam: 8:30pm, Mex Pub, Hosted by Barry P. & Friends. mexpub.ca. 703.9573. 1001 Ryan Rd

Mar 16, Fri~

Soup & Sandwich Lunch: 11am, Cumberland Legion, 336-2361. 2770 Dunsmuir St. Patrick’s Day Dinner: 5:30pm, Courtenay Legion, Come & have Irish Stew! All in addition to our regular Friday night meat draws. courtenaylegion.ca. 334-4322. 367 Cliffe Av Discover Scuba: 7pm, Free – See Mar 2 Elvis Stojko & Gladys Orozco Meet & Greet: 7pm, Black Fin Pub - Banquet Room, Pre-Show meet & greet. $15 at comoxvalleyskatingclub.tickit.ca, comoxvalleyskatingclub. ca. 132 Port Augusta Hip Hop & Open Mic Night: 7:30pm, LINC Youth Ctr, Bring your rhymes, guitars, poems, etc. 334-8138. 300 Old Island Hwy. Shine: 7:30pm, Sid Williams Theatre, Exciting dances of small ensembles & solos by some of our best dancers, plus special performances by faculty & friends. sidwilliamstheatre.com.

338-2430. 442 Cliffe Av Ron Stewart Band: 8:30pm, Griffin Pub, Plus TGIF Prize Pot Draw, the pot grows by $50 each week until its won!, griffinpub.ca. 339.4466. 1185 Kilmorley The Wits: 9pm, Cornerstone Cafe, cornerstonetaphouse. com. 871-8988. 208-5th St. Iron Kingdom, Battlesworn: 9:30pm, Waverley Hotel, Iron Kingdom returns to Cumberland, BC on their ‘Enter Eternity Tour 2018’ w/Special Guests: Battlesworn. Tickets at tickit.ca, waverleyhotel.ca. 336-8322. 2692 Dunsmuir AFB presents The Munson Family Values: 10pm, Mex Pub, featuring the veteran sounds of the Munson family DJs 10pm, mexpub.ca. 7039573. 1001 Ryan Rd

Mar 17, Sat~

CV Farmers Market: 9am, Native Sons Hall, cvfm.ca.

218.0321. 360 Cliffe Av Denman Island Farmers Market: 9:30am, 5901 Denman Rd MARS Wildlife Festival: 11am, At the Merville Hall & MARS location 1881 Williams Beach Rd, marswildliferescue. com. 337-2021. 1331 Williams Beach Rd Westcoast Poker Tour: 1pm, Mex Pub, mexpub.ca. 7039573. 1001 Ryan Rd One More Time with Elvis Stojko: 2pm, CV Sports Ctr, Elvis Stojko, three-time World Men’s Figure Skating Champion & two-time Olympic Silver Medalist is back along with the style & grace of World Figure Skating Championship competitor & star of Disney on Ice, Gladys Orozco, and the Continued on page 15

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DRINK SPECIALS Gato Negro Wine $1 off /glass Craft Beer $4.5

APPY SPECIALS

2:30-5:30

Spinach Dip $11

EVERYDAY

Slow Braised Dry Ribs $11 1lb Chicken Wings $11 W/ Choice of Flavour

(250) 338-1500

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1175 Cliffe Ave, Courtenay, BC V9N 2K2

skaters of the Comox Valley Skating Club (CVSC). Tickets at comoxvalleyskatingclub.tickit.ca $25, children under 4 free but require the free ticket, 3001 Vanier Dr. St Patricks Day: 2:30pm, Flying Canoe Pub, St. Patricks Day at the Flying Canoe starts at 2:30 with Anela Kahiamoe, & then after dinner the Ryder Bachman Band comes on at 8pm. flyingcanoe.ca. 331-4006. 1590 Cliffe Black Swan Fiddlers: 3pm, Griffin Pub, St Paddy’s Day at the Griffing starts at 3pm with the Black San Fiddlers, followed by Billy Mac & his Celtic tunes at 6ish., griffinpub. ca . 339.4466. 1185 Kilmorley.

Whitecaps at Atlanta United FC: 4:30pm. Catch it at the Canoe! whitecapsfc.com . . .

Saint Patricks Day with Rock Cod: 2 shows: 4pm & 9:30, Avalanche Bar, ., avalanchebar.ca . 331-0334. 275-8 St St. Patricks Day Dinner: 5:30pm, dEsterre House, featuring the music of Ian McGlynn. Tickets at the Ctr office, 10am-1pm after February 20. comoxseniors.ca. 1801 Beaufort

5:40 Express& Potluck Cafe: 5:30pm, St Peters Anglican Church, See Mar 3 Billy Macs Celtic Music: 6pm, Griffin Pub, St Paddy’s Day at the Griffing starts at 3pm with the Black San Fiddlers, followed by Billy Mac & his Celtic tunes at 6ish., griffinpub.ca . 339.4466. 1185 Kilmorley.

Ceilidh w/ Celtic Chaos: 7pm, Fanny Bay Hall, Come on down to the Fanny Bay Hall for St. Paddy’s Day music, Celtic Chaos Concert, Tickets at Laughing Oyster, Weinburgs & Salish Sea Market. fannybaycommunity.com . 335-2832 7793 Island Hwy One More Time with Elvis Stojko: 7pm, Cv Sports Ctr, See details above at 2pm.

Cinch Tournament: 7pm, Cumberland Legion, 218-4726.

2770 Dunsmuir.

Canucks vs Sharks: 7pm, Enter to win Canucks tickets at the Canoe Pub! Pavlo in Concert: 7:30pm, Internationally renowned, Continued on page 20

UNDER THE

Stars

WINE FESTIVAL

WINE & CRAFT BEER TASTING Lorem ipsum HORS D'OEUVRES WINE & CHEESE SEMINARS

Complimentary shuttle: Courtenay, Comox, & Cumberland areas

March 23, 2018 7 to 9 pm

Tickets: $75

Tickets available at NIC bookstore, 2300 Ryan Road, Courtenay or online at https://nicwinefestival.eventbrite.ca

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Looming in the underground of Vancouver Island’s Electronic Culture, The Munson family DJ’s have been there since the beginning.

They kicked off a scene that has grown and grown over the past 20+ years, and now the seeds have sprouted, and blossomed into events all over the Island. With an enormous number of young DJ’s following in their footsteps, including many AFB DJ’s, the Munson DJ’s have been trendsetters since they first landed, imported from mainland

CUMBERLAND HOTEL

Weekly Entertainment

EVERY 2ND MONDAY Jam w/Ryder Bachman

Band

WEDNESDAY Cox & Bachman 7:30 - 10:30pm FRIDAY Karaoke with Kim 9 -1am SUNDAY Meat Draw Bingo 1-3pm t SUNDAY Bluegrass Sit In @5-Midnigh

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5467 Island Hwy. S. Union Bay Just 10 mins from Walmart

Sp ec ia l Even ts M us ic Fe st Sh ow

Qristina and Quinn Bachand Thursday, Mar 15 - 8pm

Tickets online @ www.islandmusicfest.com 2714 Dunsmuir Ave Cumberland

250-336-8844 Since 1894

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Vancouver. AFB Productions was started indirectly from the influence of the Munson Family, so all the more fitting that our biggest show to date be in their honor, featuring fine fidelity audio provided by Fireboy Sights and Sounds, with ground shaking bass to keep you dancing all night!

March 16th AFB Productions (and partners)

17 pays tributes to these pioneers of the electronic dance scene, by hosting a Dance night powered by Munson Family Talent. With nearly all the Munsons in attendance, this night boasts, collectively, over 100 years of DJ experience, a rare booking anywhere.

The lineup boasts Munson family brothers Geo, Old Man Dave & Diabolical Paul (as duo ‘grumpy old men’), Sleepy, and Johnny Waffelz. These DJ’s have been thick as thieves for over 20 years, and much of the north island bass tribe will be able to recount memories and tales of times they danced to their music. March 16th will be another night to add to that list. Come dance under the lights, feel the music, and make some memories.

The Munson Family Values appear at TheMex, March 16, starting at 10pm.

BUDWEISER 15'S $25.45 + DEPOSIT

March 9

March 2

NORTH 2 SOUTH ENT. presents CLUNKY BOOTS w/ AZ-Real, Twisted Genetics, Dizzy & McBane 10pm - advance $5. Door $10.

March 3 March 6

SHOTGUN KELLY Rock & Roll Tribute Band 9:30pn No Cover

March 10

DFRESH presents REGGAE GROOVE

$10/door

PERSEVERANCE CREEK

Cumberland B.C's honky-tonkin country sensation 9pm No Cover

RANGERS Live Rock 9:30pm No Cover

March 11

FIRST TUESDAY FUNDRAISER hosted by Perry Johnson w/ special guests THE JILLI MARTINI TRIO - In support of YANA cover by donation 7:30pm

March 17

I SCREAM TOUR w/ THE STILTSKINS & THE DAISY STRANGLERS

March 23

Enjoy a Red Stripe & a Jamaican Beef Pattie w/ Matuks pepper sauce 9:30pm

March 24

CHARITY POKER TOURNAMENT & SILENT AUCTION

BUFFALO POUND Blues Driven Countrifried ROCK 9:30pm No Cover

March 16

NIGHTS TO REMEMBER

hosted by Youngcap & AZ-Real 9:30pm

featuring the veteran sounds of the munson family dj"s 10pm

SATURDAY NIGHT KARAOKE win up to 1000 loonies 9pm

Proceeds going to The Canucks Autism Network

AFB presents THE MUNSON FAMILY VALUES

March 30 March 31

PUB OPEN til 2am WED  SAT

SUNDAY AFTERNOON DANCE

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Celtic Music for Everyone...

by The Black Swan Fiddlers

Started as a learning and training venue for young violin students, the Black Swan Fiddlers has taken on an organic life while still helping young, local talent. The main focus of the Black Swan Fiddlers is Celtic Music. It is the folk music primarily of Ireland and Scotland with a spoonful of traditional Canadian and French Canadian tunes. Traditional music is essentially dance music so the emphasis is on jigs, polkas and reels with a strong beat.

In the cultures where this music is popular it

is played in the kitchen, the pub, the parish hall , and the recreation centre. It was always a participatory art form.

The Black Swan Fiddlers main aim is to carry on the tradition of providing quality music in local settings bringing people together to celebrate weddings, birthdays, funerals and life in general. It is all about building community. For the musicians, learning and playing Celtic music is like having a treasure

The Open to the pu blic

Waverley

1718 Balmoral Ave Comox MARCH

ENTERTAINMENT

FRIDAY

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7pm

Name that Tune!

Call for reserved seating.

Kitchen only open til 6pm

St. Patricks's Day with “Anela & Friends” Advance Tickets or at the Door $10

DAILY SPECIALS $12.95 LIVER LOVERS WED BANGERS AND MASH Thurs FISH & CHIPS FRI EARLY RISER BREAKFAST $ 95 6 9-11am, Wed-Sat WINTER HOURS

Wed - Sun 9am - 6pm Kitchen Closes at 3, Bar open 'til 6

Phone (250) 339-7272

Vancouver Island’s Best Live Music Venue

March Events enzies Mar 1 The Real Mck 2 Illvis Freshly Klass 10 Frase with Sam 16 Iron Kingdom ts 17 Grinning ,Barre Party St Paddy s Day 29 Jesse Stewart ement 30 The New Groov 2692 Dunsmuir Ave. Cumberland Phone 336-8322 facebook.com/waverleyhotel/events

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chest full of gems. Most of the tunes are very old having been handed down from generation to generation.

Help kick off St. Patrick’s Day with the Black Swan Fiddlers at the Griffin Pub, 3pm March 17.

Ken’s Mancave Master Barber

Open Mon Tue Thu Fri 8am - 4pm

1797 Comox Ave. (250)898-9468 Closed Wednesday

MARCH at the Mar 2

BAR & GRILL

Dab & Donate

COURTENAY BC

Starts @ 7

Mar 3 UFC 222

Cyborg vs Kunitskaya

prelims @ 6, Main Card @ 7

Mar 10

Comedy Night

Laughter @ 10, $10 cover

Mar 17

St. Patrick’s Day with Rock Cod 2 shows @ 4pm & 9:30pm

Mar 31

Old Arbutus Afternoon Jam Starts @ 3

WEEKLY EVENTS

Mon - Karaoke Tues - $6.50 Burger Night Wed- Pool & Poker

Thurs - Jazz Night Fri/Sat - Live Music/DJ Sun - Free Pool

www.avalanchebar.ca 275 - 8th St. Courtenay 250-331-0334

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What’s On Trivia

1. In 1953 what was first successfully broadcast in the USA? 2. Who sung the song Silvia’s Mother?

3. How many states border Canada?

4. What kind of weapon is a falchion?

5. How many provinces border the US?

award-winning recording artist, Pavlo, has released 10 albums, & has become famous for bringing every audience to their feet. General public: $38, Member: $34, Student (all ages, requires ID): $30, .sidwilliamstheatre.com . 2503382430. .

Emily Cars: 9pm, Cornerstone Cafe .cornerstonetaphouse. com. 871-8988. 208-5th St St Paddys Day with Block Party: 9pm, Cumberland Hotel, Come dance the night away on St Patricks’s Day featuring live music with Block Party, a six piece, eclectic rock band that plays & energetic driving, danceable rock & roll! cumberlandhotel.ca. 336.8844. 2714 Dunsmuir Grinning Barrets St Paddys Day Party: 9:30pm, Waverley Hotel, This BAGPIPE driven, Celtic infused, Guinness fuelled, 5 piece delivers a range of originals from floor stompin’, table poundin’ traditional Irish, to catchy, “ waketheFup” Irish punk anthems. They will drink your beer & you will like it. waverleyhotel.ca. 336.8322. 2692 Dunsmuir Shotgun Kelly Rock & Roll Tribute Band: 9:30pm, Mex Pub, No cover, mexpub.ca . 703-9573. 1001 Ryan Rd

Mar 18, Sun~

Gord Kruger & The Amigos Afternoon Dance: 2pm, Mex Pub, See Mar 4 SalsaSundays: 5:45pm, Elks Hall, See Mar 4 Karaoke: 9pm, Flying Canoe Pub, Let Milo elevate your soul. .flyingcanoe.ca 331-4006.1590 Cliffe Av

Mar 19, Mon See also Every Week p3.~

Lunch & Learn Yoga: 12pm, Yoga 10 Studio, See Mar 5 Jam w/ Ryder Bachman Band: 7pm, Cumberland Hotel, cumberlandhotel.ca . 336-8844. 2714 Dunsmuir Av.

Your Neighborhood Cafe with a Side of Fun!

All kinds of gaming happens here, come check us out!

Computer/Console Gaming: $3/hour Stay and Play tabletop games: $2/person before 3pm, $4/person after 3pm Retail Games & Gaming Supplies

Casual Magic The Gathering played every day Wed - MTG Pauper League 6pm

RPG nights TBA, call FMI Thu- Miniature Gaming 6pm Pizza & Commander 630pm Learn2Play Tabletop Games 1st &15th 7pm CV Gaming Group all welcome 8th & 22nd 7pm Fri - FNM 6:30pm - Closed March 30 Sat - Standard Showdown 12pm MTG Booster Draft 6:30pm Mar 10th:Intro to “Age of Sigmar & Shadespire” 1-4pm Closed Mar 31

Special Spring Break Events Call for more information.

Hours

Tues - Noon to 5pm Wed- Thurs Noon to 10pm Fri - Sat Noon to 11pm

250-871-1171 331-4th St, Courtenay

gamesandgrounds.com

Mar 20, Tue~

DVD Releases: 12am, Gone Hollywood, Call Me By Your Name, Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle, Pitch Perfect 3. 3399121. 640 Anderton Pasta Tuesday: 4:30pm, T0scanos Mediterranean Grill, toscanos.ca . 890.7575. 140 Port Augusta St. Canucks at Golden Knights: 7pm, Enter to win Canucks tickets at the Canoe Pub! Trivial Matters: 8pm, Flying Canoe Pub, .flyingcanoe.ca.

331.4006. 1590 Cliffe Av

Mar 21, Wed~

Wine Wednesday: 4:30pm, Toscanos Mediterranean Grill, toscanos.ca . 890.7575. 140 Port Augusta St. Line Dancing: 6:30pm, Courtenay Legion, See Mar 7 Guess that Groove Music Trivia: 8pm, Flying Canoe Pub, .flyingcanoe.ca. 331.4006. 1590 Cliffe Av Loonie Tunes Karaoke: 9pm, Mex Pub, WIN up to 1000 loonies! mexpub.ca. 703.9573. 1001 Ryan Rd

Mar 22, Thu~

NIC Career Fair: 11am-3pm, Filberg Ctr, Free event for students provides employers the opportunity to promote their companies & meet with skilled & enthusiastic potential employees. in the Comox Valley region. nic.bc.ca. 334-5000.

411 Anderton Av Canucks at Blackhawks: 5:30pm, Enter to win Canucks tickets at the Canoe Pub! Artist Talks -Brendan Tang: 6pm, NIC - Komoux Hall, comoxvalleyarts.com. 334-2983. 2300 Ryan Rd Choir!: 7pm, Lake Trail Music Room, see Mar 1 Spirit Guided Energy Healing: 7pm, BREATHE Health Collective, PRE-register text 250-650-6174. Bring a yoga mat/ comforter, & pillow to be comfortable. By Donation, tameer. ca 440 Anderton Av

21 Leo Kattke: 7:30pm, Native Sons Hall, One of the most talented musicians on the planet & one of the most humorous story tellers. $40, islandmusicfest.com360 Cliffe Once Upon A Mattress: 7:30pm, Sid Williams Theatre, Based on the wildly popular Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale, The Princess & the Pea. A classic tale woven with intrigue, misdirection & comedy. sidwilliamstheatre.com. 338-2430.

442 Cliffe Av Open Mic: 8pm, Flying Canoe Pub, with K.C. Hingley. flyingcanoe.ca . 331.4006. 1590 Cliffe Av Open Jam: 8:30pm, Mex Pub, Hosted by Barry P. & Friends. mexpub.ca. 703.9573. 1001 Ryan Rd

Mar 23, Fri~

Canucks at Blues: 5pm, Enter to win Canucks tickets at the Canoe Pub! Under The Stars Wine Festival: 7pm, Florence Filberg Ctr, An evening of samplings from over 150 BC fine wines & craft beers, gourmet local cuisine, a silent auction, live entertainment, & a complimentary shuttle available for the Courtenay, Comox & Cumberland area. Tix $75 dollars at the NIC Bookstore & at nicwinefestival.eventbrite.ca. tourism@ nic.bc.ca. -334-5000x4350, 411 Anderton.

Discover Scuba: 7pm, Free-see Mar 2 Once Upon A Mattress: 7:30pm, Sid Williams Theatre, See Mar 22 David Lindley: 7:30pm, Native Sons Hall, Multiinstrumentalist David Lindley performs music that redefines the word eclectic. He effortlessly combines American folk, blues, & bluegrass traditions with elements from African,Arabic, Asian, Celtic, Malagasy, & Turkish musical sources. $40, islandmusicfest.com 360 Cliffe.

Big Daddy: 8:30pm, Griffin Pub, Plus TGIF Prize Pot Draw, the pot grows by $50 each week until its won! griffinpub.ca.

339-4466. 1185 Kilmorley Luke Blue Guthrie: 9pm, Flying Canoe Pub, Luke Blu Guthrie live at the Canoe., flyingcanoe.ca . 331-4006. 1590 Cliffe.

Dfresh Presents REGGAE Groove: 9:30pm, Mex Pub, Enjoy a Red Stripe & a Jamaican Beef Pattie w/ Matuks pepper sauce, mexpub.ca. 703-9573. 1001 Ryan Rd

Mar 24, Sat~

CV Farmers Market: 9am, Native Sons Hall, cvfm.ca.

218.0321. 360 Cliffe Av Denman Island Farmers Market: 9:30am, 5901 Denman Rd. Arrival: 10:30am, Carolines Studio, 2 days using the 13 Step Color of Woman method travel into courageous living. Register: carolinemiskenack.com. caroline@ carolinemiskenack.com 334-2983. 260 Willemar Av. Westcoast Poker Tour: 1pm, Mex Pub, mexpub.ca. 7039573. 1001 Ryan Rd Once Upon A Mattress: 2pm, Sid Williams Theatre, See Mar 22 5:40 Express& Potluck Cafe: 5:30pm, St Peters Anglican Church, See Mar 3 Whitecaps vs LA Galaxy: 7pm, Catch it at the Canoe!, whitecapsfc.com Once Upon A Mattress: 7:30pm, Sid Williams Theatre, See Mar 22 Dublin 2 with Martin Nolan & Terry Boyle: 8pm, Studio Live, Experience the fun & excitement with two masters of Irish traditional music & song. Tix $20 at Bop City Records, Rider’s Pizza, or studiolivestudio@gmail.com Door $23, 2679 Beaufort Av

The Goatboys: 9pm, Cumberland Hotel, A party band from parts unknown, packing dance floors for the past decade. Blending a mix of bluegrass, rock, ragaee, folk, punk, & trance, these road dogs are sure to get you moving. cumberlandhotel.ca 336-8844. 2714 Dunsmuir Buffalo Pound: 9:30pm, Mex Pub, Blues Driven Countrifried ROCK No Cover, mexpub.ca . 703-9573. 1001 Ryan Rd

Mar 25, Sun~

Childbirth Education: 9am, The House of Now, 1 daychildbirth class. facebook.com/inbloombirths. 6504432. 536-5th St Card Making Workshop: 9:30am, MARS, Come out & have fun in this card making workshop!, .marswildliferescue. com. 337-2021. 1331 Williams Beach Rd Home Based Business Market: 10am, Little Red Church, A monthly event that showcases entrepreneurs, businesses & crafters. cventrepreneurs.com. 702-3633. 2182 Comox Av Pina Bausch Project & Picnic: 10am, The Abbey Studio, Callling all dance loving friends to come & be a part of the Pina Bausch Project/Formal Spring Picnic. 218-0704. 2689 Penrith Av Arrival: 10:30am, Carolines Studio, See Mar 24 Crib: 1pm, Cumberland Legion, 336-2361. 2770 Dunsmuir.

Once Upon A Mattress: 2pm, Sid Williams Theatre, see Mar 22 Gord Kruger & The Amigos Afternoon Dance: 2pm, Mex Pub, mexpub.ca.703-9573. 1003 Ryan Rd Once Upon A Mattress: 2pm, Sid Williams Theatre, see Mar 22 Canucks at Stars: 4pm, Enter to win Canucks tickets at the Canoe Pub! The Leisure Seeker: 5pm, Rialto Theatre, .comoxvalleyartgallery.com. 338-6211. 2665 Cliffe Av SalsaSundays: 5:45pm, Elks Hall, See Mar 4 Smooth Angel Cafe: 7pm, CR SDA Church, For musicians by musicians. Any donations over our operating costs go to charity. Lately we have directed funds to the Syrian refugee crisis. We are always looking for new artists & can provide back-up. Held the last Sunday every month. 337-8900. 300 Thulin Karaoke: 9pm, Flying Canoe Pub, Let Milo elevate your soul. .flyingcanoe.ca 331-4006.1590 Cliffe Av

Mar 26, Mon See also Every Week p3.~

Lunch & Learn: 12pm, Yoga 10 Studio, See Mar 5 Glacier Grannies: 1:30pm, Comox United Church, Grandmothers who work to support African Grandmothers caring for children orphaned by HIV/AIDS. glaciergrannies. org 250 Beach Dr Poker Night & Pool Tournament: 7pm, Griffin Pub, griffinpub.ca. 339-4466. 1185 Kilmorley Rd,.

Mar 27, Tue~

DVD Releases: 12am, Gone Hollywood, Downsizing, Molly’s Game, 339-9121. 640 Anderton Pasta Tuesday: 4:30pm, Toscanos Mediterranean Grill, toscanos.ca . 890.7575. 140 Port Augusta St A Good Yarn: 6:30pm, Comox Library, See Mar 6 Canucks vs Ducks: 7pm, Enter to win Canucks tickets at the Canoe Pub! Trivial Matters: 8pm, Flying Canoe Pub, flyingcanoe.ca.

331-4006. 1590 Cliffe Av

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Movie Releases: Paul Apostle of Christ. Not all titles may be available at your local cinema. landmarkcinemas.com Wine Wednesday: 4:30pm, Toscanos Mediterranean Grill, toscanos.ca . 890.7575. 140 Port Augusta St. Line Dancing: 6:30pm, Courtenay Legion, See Mar 7 Guess that Groove Music Trivia: 8pm, Flying Canoe Pub, .flyingcanoe.ca. 331.4006. 1590 Cliffe Av Loonie Tunes Karaoke: 9pm, Mex Pub, WIN up to 1000 loonies! mexpub.ca. 703.9573. 1001 Ryan Rd

Mar 29, Thu~

Canucks vs Oilers: 7pm, Enter to win Canucks tickets at the Canoe Pub! Spirit Guided Energy Healing: 7pm, BREATHE Health Collective, See Mar 22 Impressions of Lightfoot: 7:30pm, Avalanche Bar, Gordon Lightfoots songs that have been arranged in a jazz & improvisational context & played by some truly great musicians! jamesmcrae.ca 753-2023. 275-8th St Open Mic: 8pm, Flying Canoe Pub, with K.C. Hingley. flyingcanoe.ca . 331.4006. 1590 Cliffe Av Open Jam: 8:30pm, Mex Pub, Hosted by Barry P. & Friends. mexpub.ca. 703.9573. 1001 Ryan Rd Jesse Stewart: 9:30pm, Waverley Hotel, An award-

A cop stops a man for running a stop sign and the subject gives the cop a lot of grief explaining that he did stop.

After several minutes, the cop explained to the gentleman that he didn’t stop, he just slowed down a little.

The gentleman said “Stop or slow down, what’s the difference?”

The cop opened the mans door and told him to stick his leg out, then started smashing the door on his leg and then said, “Would you like for me to stop or just slow down?”

winning composer, improviser, percussionist, visual artist, instrument builder, researcher, writer, educator, & community activist. Call for details. waverleyhotel.ca. 336.8322. 2692 Dunsmuir

Mar 30, Fri-See Family Fun p10-11 for Special Easter Events~

Soup & Sandwich Lunch: 11am, Cumberland Legion, 336-2361. 2770 Dunsmuir Prose & Poetry open mic: 12pm, Courtenay Library, Free, refreshments served., cvwriterssociety.ca.300-6th St Stat. Day Special: 1pm, CV Sports Ctr, 2 for 1 Swim & Skate, 2 Activites for the Price of 1 .comoxvalleyrd.ca . 3349622.

BBQ Steak Dinner: 5:30pm, Courtenay Legion, courtenaylegion.ca. 334-4322. 367 Cliffe Av Ryder Bachman Band: 8:30pm, Griffin Pub, Plus TGIF Prize Pot Draw, the pot grows by $50 each week until its won! griffinpub.ca. 339.4466. 1185 Kilmorley Maverick Cinema: 9pm, Cornerstone Cafe. cornerstonetaphouse.com. 871-8988. 208-5th St Cam Boyce: 9pm, Flying Canoe Pub, Join Cam Boycer in a night of violin looping & crooning. flyingcanoe.ca. 3314006. 1590 Cliffe The New Groovement: 9:30pm, Waverley Hotel, Sultry singing, clever raps, vibrant horns, & the catchy, &danceable sound. Call for Info, waverleyhotel.ca. 336.8322. 2692 Dunsmuir Nights To Remember: 9:30pm, Mex Pub, hosted by Youngcap & AZ-Real 9:30pm, mexpub.ca. 703-9573. 1001 Ryan Rd

Mar 31, Sat-See Family Fun p10-11 for Special Easter Events~

Easter Weekend Mystery Hunt: 8am, Point Holmes Recreation Association, A driving event that will take you to some of the most beautiful locations around the Comox Valley. Preregistration required @ www. scavenger-hunt-adventure-tours.ca, 465-0755. Lazo Rd at Knight Rd CV Farmers Market: 9am, Native Sons Hall, cvfm.ca.

218.0321. 360 Cliffe Av. Denman Island Farmers Market: 9:30am 5901 Denman Rd. CV Humanists: 9:45am, Upstairs at Quality Foods, Topic:Science & Pseudo Science. Free 287-4524. 2751 Cliffe Av 2018 Easter Bunny Trail in Filberg Park: 10am, Filberg Heritage Lodge & Park, See Family Fun p Whitecaps at Columbus Crew SC: 12pm, Catch it at the Canoe! whitecapsfc.com Canucks vs Blue Jackets: 1pm, Enter to win Canucks tickets at the Canoe Pub! Westcoast Poker Tour: 1pm, Mex Pub, mexpub.ca. 7039573. 1001 Ryan Rd Old Arbutus Afternoon Jam: 3pm, Avalanche Bar avalanchebar.ca. 331-0334. 275-8th St 5:40 Express & Potluck Cafe: 5:30pm, St Peters Anglican Church, See Mar 3 St. Name That Tune: 9pm, Griffin Pub, griffinpub.ca.

339.4466. 1185 Kilmorley Rd Alternative Facts: 9pm, Cornerstone Cafe, Cornerstonetaphouse.com. 871-8988. 208-5th St Karaoke: 9pm, Mex Pub, Win up to 1000 loonies 9pm, mexpub.ca . 703-9573. 1001 Ryan Rd.

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Join St. Peter’s Anglican Church in Celebration at the

Comox Recreation Centre 1855 Noel Ave, Comox

Easter Sunday April 1, 2018 10:00 am

St. Peter’s Anglican Church (250) 339-2925 www.stpeterscomox.ca

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CPAP Clean-Up Clinic!

Call to Book an appointment

• Free Cleaning & Calibration of your CPAP machine and mask • FREE fllter replacement • FREE consultation with a therapist • 25% off Mask purchase Drop in and enter to win a $100 Visa Gift Card

www.pacificsleep.ca

Campbell River – March 13 Courtenay – March 14

Courtenay: 1255B Cliffe Ave.

Campbell River: 277 Evergreen Rd.

250.334.0789

250.914.5050

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Seniors Events Mar 4, Sun~

Mar 6, Tue~

All Nations Variety Show: 7:30pm, Filberg

White Cane Club: 1pm, Berwick Retirement

Centre, Featuring live entertainment, storytelling, demonstrations & silent auction.

Special guests from the Indigenous Women’s Sharing Society and the Multicultural Society.

Tix at the Filberg Centre office or at the door, evergreenclub.ca 338-1000. 411 Anderton Av.

Community. Come and join this lively group and learn about new technologies and services to assist you with limited vision. FMI-Pat Chiquen at 339-3904. 1700 Comox Ave, Comox. 8902346, berwickretirement.com

Discover Your Path Upcoming Events Friday Night Dances March 9, 16, 23 7:30 - 10:30 pm Enjoy local bands like the Dan Hughes Band, Amigos, Double Play & Crosstown Express Tickets available at the door Members: $7, Non-members: $9

All Nations Variety Show

Sun Mar 4, 1:00 - 4:00 pm Featuring live entertainment, storytelling, demonstrations & silent auction. $15/person

Open Your Hearts Food Bank Drive March 19 - 21, 10:00 am - noon Drop-off at the Florence Filberg Centre Evergreen Lounge It’s the time of year that shelves at the Food Bank are the barest and donations are needed

All events at the Florence Filberg Centre, 411 Anderton Avenue in Courtenay. Pick up our newsletter. 250-338-1000 • evergreenclub.ca

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Let Us Do the Chores

At Berwick Comox Valley, you will fi nd an unparalleled level of service with all the comforts of home. We ensure our residents retain independence while gaining all the benefi ts of a professional and reliable support network.

Sue Piper Sue Piperto take care of Dougdetails Moore Our staff are always close at hand from meals to housekeeping, so residents can live a relaxing lifestyle.

Find out more about The Berwick Way™ – Ask one of our Senior Living Experts Today!

Visit BerwickRetirement.com

1700 Comox Avenue, Comox, B.C. 250-339-1690 www.berwickretirement.com

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Comox Seniors’ Centre d’Esterre House, 1801 Beaufort Ave., Comox, BC (250) 339-5133 Office hours: 10am-1pm Mon-Fri

T’ai Chi Gong: Mon. 9:30 AM Weights: Mon. 11:00 AM & Wed. 9 AM Chair Exercise: Tues. & Thurs. 11:15 AM Mar 7, Wed~ Philosophers’ Cafe: 7pm, Berwick Retirement

Community. This is the latest in a free speaker series held once per month where a speaker will introduce a theme to the Café and then all who attend can join in respectful, nonpartisan conversation – or just sit back and listen. 1700 Comox Ave, Comox. 890-2346, berwickretirement.com

comoxseniors.ca Yoga: several classes throughout the week. Please check for details.

Fitness I: Tues & Thurs. 9:00 AM Fitness II: Tues & Thurs. 10:00 AM Comox Seniors AGM: 1:00PM, Save this Date, mark your calendar. PLEASE PLAN TO ATTEND. comoxseniors.ca. 1801 Beaufort Av, Comox.

339-5133

Each Friday~

Mar 17, Sat~

Blind Yoga: 1:30pm, Berwick Comox Valley, To participate you will need to be a member of BC Blind Sports. Membership is $15 per year.

Contact Jenny at 3 38-4074. bcblindsports. bc.ca. 338-4074. 1700 Comox Av

St. Patricks Day Dinner: 5:30pm, dEsterre

Friday Night Dances: 7:30pm Mar 9, 16 & 23, Filberg

House, St. Patrick’s Day Dinner featuring the music of Ian McGlynn. Doors at 5:30, dinner at 6pm. Tickets at the centre office, 10am1pm after February 20. Members 15.00. Non members 18.00, comoxseniors.ca. 1801 Beaufort Av, Comox. 339-5133

Mar 21, Wed~ Evergreen Members Meeting: 1:00pm, Includes

club updates, Executive Committee election, refreshments and door prizes. Reminder: ALL voters & nominees must have paid their 2018 membership for the club. evergreenclub.ca.

338-1000. 360 Cliffe

Centre, enjoy bands like The Amigos, Crosstown Express, The Dan Hughes Band & Double Pay. Grab your friends and your neighbours & come on out for a night of fun. Tix at the door, evergreenclub. ca 338-1000. 411 Anderton Av.

Each Sunday~ Worship at Berwick: 3pm, You are cordially invited to join us for a non-denominational Christian worship service.

All welcome.

Refreshments compliments of Berwick following the service. Berwick Retirement Community, 1700 Comox Ave, Comox. 8902346, berwickretirement.com

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250.339.2272 We have 3 other locations for all your pets’ needs:

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THINGS TO DO Things To Do In

Recreation Swimming: Comox Valley Aquatic Centre 25mtr lap pool, Whirlpool, Wave pool. Steam Room and Sauna. (250) 334-2527 600 377 Lewrick go to www.comoxvalleyrd.ca/rec to check program times.

Skateboarding: Free @ Courtenay/ Comox Skatepark 1551 Lerwick Road Courtenay Lewis Recreational Ctr: All racquet Sports. Organised Youth Programs, and Weight Room - 489 Old Island Hwy www.courtenay.ca/ recreation/lewis-centre 250 338-5371 Comox Recreation Centre - 1809 Noel Ave, Comox, 25-339-2255 Assorted indoor and outdoor recreation activities, racket games, volley ball, and fitness facility.

Explore world famous trails: Dodge City Cycles 2705 Dunsmuir Ave. Cumberland.

Bowling: Codes Country Lanes- Try Cosmic Bowling 250 334-4051, 307 6th St, Courtenay.

Climb the Wall: Cumberland Recreation Centre. Dunsmuir Rd, Cumberland. Mon-Fri 7am-9am. Weekends from 9am.

Walks & Hikes

Fireplaces & Stoves Pool & Spa • Barbecues • Firetables • Patio Furniture •

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Walk, Skate, Bike the Courtenay Air Park: FREE Enjoy wildlife, bird estuary, and watch the planes Courtenay, Off Cliff Ave. turn onto Mansfield Rd. Walk the Docks: Visit the Comox Marina for wildlife, fresh fish just caught or enjoy watching the boats.

Bird Watching: Rotary Dyke Road Park or Lazo Marsh by Point Holmes.

Mountain Biking Tours & Bike Rentals Explore world famous trails: Dodge City Cycles 2705 Dunsmuir Ave. Cumberland.

Garden Tour: Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens -from 11am to dusk 6183 Whittaker Road woodlandgardens.ca 250 338-6901.

Art Studios & Galleries Spirits of the West Coast Native Art Gallery: 250-338-2120 2926 Back Rd. Courtenay. spiritsofthewestcoast.com.

Comox Valley Regional Art Gallery 580 Duncan Av. 338-6211 comoxvalleyartgallery. com Potter’s Placey Gallery: 180B 5th Street, Courtenay 2-334-4613 Pearl Ellis Gallery 1729 Comox Ave. 3392822 www.pearlellisgallery.com

It’s good to be home.

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250.338.8522 comoxfireplace.com 4911 Island Highway North • Courtenay

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Trivia Answers 1. Colour Television 2. Dr. Hook 3. Thirteen 4. A Sword 5. Seven Hornby Island Art Studio’: There are 8 Art studios on Hornby Island, do a day trip and see them all.

I-Hos Gallery 3310 Comox Rd. 339-7702 ihosgallery.com Local Art at the Comox Airport: View local artworks all themed around Living in Northern Vancouver Island. 334.2983.

Museums Comox Airforce Museum: 250-339-8162, See the history of the Snowbirds and other Canadian Aircraft 19 Wing Comox, end of Ryan Rd, Comox HMCS Alberni Museum: In the Comox Centre Mall open five days a week admission is by donation Courtenay Museum Tour: Tours Courtenay and District Museum and Paleontology Centre Tours -7 Fourth St.

courtenaymuseum.ca Comox Archives & Museum 339-2885, 1729 Comox Ave. comoxmuseum.ca Where History Lives Cumberland Museum and Archives 3362445, Dunsmuir Av. cumberlandmuseum. ca Live Theatre: Sid Williams Theatre 250 338-2430, 442 Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay Things To Do In

Hiking: There are lots of great places to Hike, regardless of the weather, drop into the Visitor Ctr. for their comprehensive hiking guides. Favourites are Seal Bay Park, around the Strathcona Parkway, Forbidden Plateau, The Puntledge River, Kye Bay in Comox and Comox Lake in Cumberland Trout Fishing: Comox Lake 3km west of Cumberland Village, Comox Lake Rd. Boat ramp is free Oct-April.

Weiner Roast: Enjoy a slice of Canadian Culture, and a favourite anytime of the year. To stay a little protected from the weather Comox lake is an excellent location, or Strathcona Parklands at the base of Mt Washington or on the Puntledge.

FREE BOWLING Whenever you buy food from Ryan’s Pizzeria you’ll get 2 free bowling passes. Limited time offer.* Play

BilliarDs & Darts or in the

*Some Restrictions Apply: Free passes not valid for league or tournament play.

CAMPBELL RIVER

BOWLING

CENTRE  (250) 286-1177

Arcade!

Not valid on Fri and Sat after 7pm. Does not include shoe rental.

& RYAN’S PIZZERIA  (250) 286-8888 licensed  16th Ave & Peterson Rd

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OIL, LUBE $ & FILTER

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2995 Moray Ave, Courtenay 250-338-5695 oktirecomox@shaw.ca Indoor Rock Climbing: Full facility, On the Rocks Climbing Gym: Open Tue-Sun 10am-9pm, 1980 Nrth Isl. Hwy. Campbell River 250-287-7625 Cave Exploring: $54 @ Horne Lake Cave Exploring 250 248-7829 3900 Horne Lake Caves Rd. (43 KM) http://hornelake.com/ portfoliosets/cave-tours Mount Washington Alpine Resort Ski/Snowboard Lessons for all ages Cross Country/Nordic skiing and snowshoeing Snow Tubing and Tobogganing For more information call 338-1386 or visit mountwashington.ca Build a Snowman: take the family up Mt Washington and build a snowman and enjoy a nice cup of hot cocoa in the cafeteria!

HMCS ALBERNI

Museum and Memorial Their role was to serve.

Our role is to remember.

625 Cliffe Avenue - Courtenay BC - 250-897-4611 Open Tues - Sat 10-4

www.alberniproject.org

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Live Jam with KC Hingley The Thursday Night Open Mic at the Flying Canoe is the newest showcase for the vibrant and talented musicians in the Comox Valley and beyond. Every Thursday from 9pm11pm K.C. Hingley hosts this unique evening which is more than “just another jam night.”

Every musician of all genres is welcome to come out and sign up for a spot to show their stuff. In addition, most weeks there is a feature performer who plays a 30 minute

set from 9:30-10. These feature performers are sometimes established talent trying out new material and sometimes they are up and comers topping a bill for the first time. On the first Thursday of every month, in lieu of a feature performance, host K.C. pays tribute to a musical icon and covers a selection of their recorded material. So no matter which week you show up there will always be something interesting and unique to see. There are also great Happy Hour food and beverage specials available at the bar. To find out more information or to sign up for the open mic or as a feature performer, contact K.C. on Facebook @canoeopenmic or visit facebook. com/canoeopenmic KC photo by Craig Carson.

Live music! Friday night bands • Open Mic Saturdays

Inn • Cabins • Campground • Marina • Pub • Seaside Dining superb location for private events... ask about renting the Inn for $1,000/night 250.285.3322 • www.HeriotBayInn.com check us out on Facebook... we love fun!

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Live jam with KC Hingley A showcase of the vibrant and talented musicians of the Comox Valley.

Phiilips tap takeover -6 Phillips beer on tap Live Music at 9PM

Live Music @ 9pm MAR 2 The Wits MAR 9 Block Party MAR 23 Luke Blu Guthrie MAR 30 Cam Boyce

MAR 17 ST PADDY'S DAY

at the Canoe with live music

by Anela Kahiamoe at 2:30pm followed by the Ryder Bachman Band at 8pm

Fresh, Handmade Goodness Returns After a six month break, Manager and Chef Kevin Frisch has returned to Toscano's with his signature Fresh Handmade Goodness. Once again, you can savour the passion of Italian cuisine applied to the local foods and wines of Vancouver Island.

What makes Italian cuisine special? Like so much about Italy, it is the emphasis on hyper local. One third the size of BC, Italy has 21 distinct wine regions and corresponding micro food cultures. Small wonder that this is the birthplace of the modern “slow food movement.”

Slow food. The exquisite experience of enjoying local foods and local wines with friends and family. At Toscano's Mediterranean Grill you can enjoy a particularly Italian dining experience here in the Comox Valley.

Founded on a love affair with the wines and cuisine of Tuscany, Chef Kevin applies the Italian culinary approach to the terroir and food of Vancouver Island. Everything is made from scratch by hand including all our pastas and sauces. Even the meat is butchered inhouse.

Chef Kevin follows the Italian tradition of sourcing local food for several reasons. One is environmental: we have the greatest positive environmental impact by choosing local food and transportation. Toscano’s chooses local because it is healthier for our community and our planet.

Second, we become part of a sustainable local food economy. Third, we play a part in growing a responsive and responsible community as we develop relationships with local producers.

Finally, we share the Italian passion for local, primarily because of taste. Fresh, local food simply tastes better.

Free-range animals and organically grown vegetables are more nutritious. At Toscano’s we are happy to know that good taste follows good community, economic, and environmental practices.

Drop in for an exquisite Italian experience filled with the flavours of home grown Vancouver Island.

7 nights a week 4:30-9:00pm 140 Port Augusta St, Comox (250) 890-7575

Toscanos.ca