Campbell River What's On Digest June 2018

CAMPBELL RIVER / NORTH ISLAND (12:6)

JUNE 2018

CAMPBELL RIVER JUNE 2018

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1. Largest freshwater lake in the world?

2. Someone who shoes horses?

3. Another word for Lexicon?

4. Seventh planet from the sun?

5. What country has an airline called Rottnest?

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JUNE 01 FRIDAY

Summer Musical Theatre in the Square A Youth Musical Theatre Program presents

Frog Prince

August 13-21 for Ages 9-18 August 15-21 for Ages 5-8 Performances Tues August 21st

4PM & 7PM

SUMMER & FALL REGISTRATION

NOW OPEN

9-18 YEAR OLDS: $325 | 5-8 YEAR OLDS $145

REGISTER ONLINE AT

RainCoastsmt.com

Art in Perpetual Motion: Original Fine Arts exhibits will be displayed in the dining room and foyer’s of Painters Lodge and Anchor Inn. All paintings available for sale.

Each month the art will be changed to show over 90 Canadian artists works. Presented by A World About Art, Charlotte Deptford. Call to all Artists, Artisans and Crafters. 250.830.8904. Painters Lodge, 1625 McDonald Rd. Anchor Inn. Isl. Hwy. Campbell River.

Live Music at SoCal: Every Friday from 6-9pm. Showcasing local Isl talent. 2231 S.Isl.Hwy. CR 250-923-7611 Friday Night Dance Group: 7:30-9pm Learn the West Coast Swing, Two-Step, Salsa, Line Dancing, and Social Dance. Join our host “Advance your Dance.” BCCC 2001 Black Creek Rd. Blk Crk. Rock n’ Bowl: Awesome glow in the dark lanes, great music, licensed facility all equal a great time. 9pm at CR Bowling & Billiards, 1661 16th Ave. CR 250-286-1177

JUNE 02 SATURDAY Walk for Arthritis: Registration starts at 8:30, walk at 10am. 1km or 5km option. CR Rotary Beach Park, Seawalk Giant Garage Sale: St. Peter’s Anglican Church FAMOUS Garage Sale! Loads of stuff - we fill the church hall and more! 8:30am at 228 S. Dogwood St. CR 250-286-1613 N. Isl. Farmers and Artisans Market: Local food producers and artisans. Rain or shine, you will find our vendors at the Harbour Office waterfront in Port McNeill. 10am at Beach Drv and McNeill Rd Farmers Market: A relaxing market with live music!

10am at 657 Harper Rd. 2502032153. Quadra Isl QI Studio Tour: Explore the work of over 30 artists at 20 studios all over the Isl as well as the show at the Q.I. Community Centre. Pick up a map and plan your selfguided tour. 10am 970 West Rd. Q. Isl. 250-285-3243 Books Wanted: Drop off your books for the Annual Rotary book sale coming up! Drop off Saturday’s May 12 thru June 16, 10am-2pm at Discovery Harbour Shopping Mall next to the Subway. 1416 Isl. Hwy. Yoga and a Pint: Welcome back Lena Watt of Inner Compass Yoga to guide us through an hour of flow yoga, then BEER! Stretch, stay, and sip your Saturday right. 10:15am at Beach Fire Brewing and Nosh House, 594 11th Ave. 2nd Annual Super Hero Run: CR RE/MAX Check Realty is excited to present the run for Children’s Miracle Network. Put on your capes and be a hero for our kids. 11am Frank James Park. S. Isl Hwy. Willow Pt. Go-karts and Monster Truck Rides: All carts are equipped with a remote shut-off switch for your safety. Ideal for all ages. Noon at Saratoga Speedway, 2380 Macaulay Rd. Black Creek 250-337-5024 Traveling Around The Medicine Wheel: Susan Landell helps teach you techniques and ways to create a visual representation of your dreams and manifestations in this one day workshop. 12pm Impressions: Custom Framing & Art Supplies, 990B Shoppers Row. CR 250.286.1612

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All Day Breakfast German Pancake Filled With Apple

Belgium Waffles Stuffed French Toast Crepes

Eggs Benedict Omelets Bacon & Eggs Specialty Coffees

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Daily Made Fresh Bread Pretzels Cinnamon Buns Streusel Cake European Custom Baking Custom Cakes P L U S Milk Shakes Made With Whole Milk And Real Ice-Cream Kids Menu Fruit Bowls Fresh Salads Made Daily

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FREE DROP-IN ART-MAKING: For all ages. Kids U/12 must be accompanied by an adult. 1pm-3pm. Try a different artmaking act. CR Art Gallery, 1235 Shoppers Row. Water Safety Instructor: Test your instructional knowledge and theories on teaching methods, learning styles, swimming skills, communication, safety supervision. 1pm at Strathcona Gardens Recreation Complex, 225 S Dogwood St. 250.830.6777 Steam Punk Assemblage Workshop: Get to work with metal, glass, paint, gold and silver leaf as well as collage material to complete their masterpiece!

1pm at Crow’s Nest Gallery, 2116 F S. Isl. Hwy. CR DIY Garden Markers: Connie will assist you in creating herb and veggie painted rock garden markers. Paint up to ten 2-3” rocks as time permits. Everyone Welcome.

1pm at BCCC, 2001 Black Creek Road.

Stars of Tomorrow 2018: See these talented dancers performing their Tap, Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical and Hip Hop routines. 2pm Tidemark Theatre, 1220 Shoppers Row. CR Jam: 4-8pm. No need to be a member, we are open to the public - CR Eagles, 1999 14th Ave. 250.287.4990 2nd Annual Denim & Diamonds Country Hoe down: Boondock will once again be providing us with great music. 6pm at Thunderbird Hall 1420 Wewaikum Rd. Lobster Dinner: Come and enjoy great food and fun at the CR Knights of Columbus Annual Fundraiser 6pm at St. Patrick’s Parish Hall, 34 S. Alder St. CR 250-287-3498 Rock n’ Bowl: See June 1 Saratoga Speedway: Crash to Pass Cars, Mad Max Extreme Racing, Hornet Cars. Gates 5.30pm, Racing 7pm Saratoga Speedway, 2380 Macaulay Rd. 250-337-5024

JUNE 03 SUNDAY Members Golf Morning: The Ladies event is separate to the Men’s event and golfers have the choice of participating or simply joining for the social aspect.

8:30am at Storey Creek Golf Course, 300 McGimpsey Rd.

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Pier Street Farmers Market: Local farmers and artisans with great entertainment, on the ocean shore. Every Sunday, at Maritime Heritage Centre, 621 S. Isl. Hwy. Go-karts and Monster Truck Rides: See June 2, 2018 Quadra Isl Studio Tour: See June 2 Juggling: Learn to juggle. All ages and skill levels!!

We meet at Robert Ostler Park by the big house.

10:30am. Downtown CR. Historic Boat Tour – Cortes Isl and Whaling History: This trip includes a lunch at Gorge Harbour Floathouse Restaurant. Register at the Museum. Meet 11am at Discovery Marine Safaris, 760 Isl. Hwy. CR Improv Classes: All skill levels welcome, ages 15 and up. Directed by Professional Gerry McAteer, Coach and Funny Man! 1pm at Rivercity Stage, Book your spot. 1080 Hemlock St. CR 250-914-0419 Afternoon Jazz: is back at the Coachman Old English Pub. 1-4pm, 84 Dogwood Street. 250-286-0231. CR Shriners Variety Show: Supporting the BC Shriners Care for Kids program. Featuring Canada’s favourite magical duo Murray Hatfield & Teresa, join us for an evening of cutting edge illusions, magic, juggling and comedy! Proceeds go towards local physically challenged children from our communities to get life changing orthopedic surgeries and burn treatments!

4pm at Tidemark Theatre, 1220 Shoppers Row. Free Meat Draw: No need to be a member - open to the public. 4pm at CR Eagles, 1999 14th Ave. 250.287.4990 Free Meditation Workshop with Live Music: Learn How to Meditate and Enjoy Live Music from India 4pm at CR Art Gallery, 1235 Shoppers Row.

Karaoke with Lizzie: 8PM at Royal Coachman Old English Pub, 84 Dogwood St. CR 250-286-0231

JUNE 04 MONDAY Coastal Black Tasting Room and Patio: The tasting room and patio will be open from 11am5pm daily. Picnic lunches as well as bottles (or glasses) of wine and cider available. Coastal Black Winery, 2186 Endall Rd. Black Creek. 250-337-8325 Picnic at the Winery: Mix and match to make your own gourmet/locally sourced picnic while sipping a glass of wine in one of our picnic areas overlooking our vineyards. 11am at Southend Farm Winery, 319 Sutil Rd. Quadra Isl. 250-285-2257 Girls Inc. (Gr.3-5): For girls only! Learn a new sport! Try a new craft or activity! Every week will be something different. This program builds confidence and creates friendships, 3pm at Sportsplex, 1800 S. Alder St. Pacifica Ukes Concert: Listen to some great music FREE Fundraising BBQ. 5:30pm at Spirit Square, Shoppers Row & 11th Ave. ALBATROSS-Fundraiser Movie Night: Celebrate World Ocean’s Day with Greenways Land Trust, environmental educator, Luisa Richardson & the Timberline Earth Club! Lets tackle the ocean of plastic! 6:45pm at Timberline Secondary THEATRE, 1681 S Dogwood St. 250.287.3785 Monday Night Bingo: Grab a friend or come and try it solo. 30 games, 6 special. Always a good time. 6:30pm at CR Legion Branch #137, 301 11th Ave. 250-287-4671

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JUNE 05 TUESDAY Saratoga Beach Golf Course: Course and Driving range now OPEN. Pro shop 8am-8pm, 7 days. 2084 Saratoga Rd. Oyster River. 250-337-2208 Ladies Golf Day: Open to Storey Creek Lady Members and their Guests, Every Tuesday morning.

8:30am. Ladies play different games each week with options to compete or just socialize. Lunch and prizes. 300 McGimpsey Rd. Seniors Beginner Line Dancing: 9:30am at CR Seniors Centre, 1426 Ironwood Rd. CR Music in Spirit Square: Noon music by Ryder Bachman and Doug Cox (blues) Spirit Square, Downtown CR Men’s Golf Night at Quadra Isl: Competition followed by BBQ dinner and refreshments. Register.

5pm at QI Golf Club, 950 Heriot Bay Rd. 250-285-2811 Karaoke at H.B.I.: Sing a tune, or sing along from your chair. Always fun to be had. 9pm at Heriot Bay Inn, 673 Hotel Rd. Quadra Isl.

JUNE 06 WEDNESDAY

MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT David Gogo 2017 Maple Blues Guitarist of the Year 2016 Juno Award Nominee APPETIZERS CHEESE DELIGHTS WINE SEMINARS CRAFT BEER CHOCOLATE TREATS FREE RIDE HOME

JUNE 9TH • 7PM

MARITIME HERITAGE CENTRE TICKETS: ADVANCE $60 • AFTER MAY 31 $75

250.287.7465 • TIDEMARKTHEATRE.COM

Enhanced Recovery After Surgery: Lifestyle changes BEFORE your surgery for improved healing & recovery. Must register. 9:30am at N.I.Hospital CR Campus, 250.286.7151, 375 2nd Ave. CR Tours at Shelter Point Distillery: Standard tours will be free and available Wednesday to Sunday (drop-in Noon-5pm).4650 Regent Rd. Oyster River 250-532-0095 Men’s Golf Night: Every Wednesday, Dinner, prizes, laughter, and camaraderie complete a perfect evening at Storey Creek Golf Club. Register through the Pro Shop. 300 McGimpsey Road. CR Living Well With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): In this one class a week for 3 weeks education program you will learn skills to manage COPD and adopt healthy new lifestyle behaviors. 1:30pm at North Isl Hospital CR Campus, Must Reg. 250.286.7151, 375 2nd Ave. CR BC Child and Youth in Care Week Picnic: Reduce the stigma of being a “foster kid”. You are not a bad kid for being in care. Help promote positivity with children and youth! 3pm at Robert Ostler Park. CR Wiggle Bridge Night: Take the Challenge-try running across the pool without falling in. Fun to try. Fun to watch. 6:30pm at Strathcona Gardens Rec. 225 S Dogwood St. 250.830.6777 Campbell River.

Trivia Night: Get your team of 2-6 people together for trivia and prizes from 7-9pm. Reservations recommended. 700 Petersen Rd. Campbell River U of Q Prom 2018: 7pm-It’s Ale Good, (beer brewing science w/Ryan Steffler Gladstone Brewing) 9ishDance floor vibes with DJ Mr. Nick Lawrence, 10pm) Heriot Bay Inn, 673 Hotel Rd. Quadra Isl. Growing Hardy Figs and Listening to Plants Create Wonderful Music: Devmurti and Hari Amrit Khalsa, founders and proprietors of FIGS FOR LIFE nursery.

They grow a vast array of edibles and medicinal plants.

7pm at CR Seniors Centre, 1426 Ironwood Rd. CR

JUNE 07 THURSDAY Live Music at the Riptide: Every Thursday, 6:30pm, 1340 Isl. Hwy. CR 250-830-0044

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Brushes 101: Learn everything about brushes in this class. Beneficial to all watercolour artists. 3pm at Impressions, 990B Shoppers Row. CR 250-286-1612 Baby Time (Newborn to Crawling): It’s a time and place for new babies to drop-in with their grownups to connect, share and learn from one another along with a Public Health Nurse and a Family Place Coordinator. 10am at CR Comm. Ctr. 401-11th Ave. Stress Response/Introduction to Mindfulness and Meditation: Learn how the stress response in the body affects your health and how mindfulness & meditation can influence this, & help you to change your reaction to stress. 1pm at N.I.Hospital CR Campus, Must Reg. 250.286.7151, 375 2nd Ave. CR Ladies Golf Night: Friendly competition followed by snacks and refreshments. Please register 5pm, 950 Heriot Bay Rd. Quadra Isl. 250-285-2811 Ladies Golf Night: Every Thursday. You don’t need to be a member. Teams of four and play a different format most weeks. 5:30pm, Storey Creek, 300 McGimpsey Rd.

Live Music at Socal: 6-9pm, See June 1.

Night at the Movies: Relaxing skate on the leisure ice watching “Sing”. Fee includes 2 slices of pizza and a juice box. Skate rentals not included 5:15pm at Strathcona Gardens Rec. 225 S Dogwood St. CR 250.830.6777 Dream Catchers with Suzanne Rivard: Feathers, wool, ribbons, lace and crystals beads in a myriad of colours will be provided to you so you can let your creativity out! 6pm at Crow’s Nest Gallery, 2116 F S. Isl. Hwy. Murray Kinsley with Wicked Grin: at the H.B.I. Tickets $10 at the door. 673 Hotel Road. 250-285-3322 Maker of Monsters: The Tidemark Theatre, Campbell River Arts Council, and Museum are pleased to present a screening of Maker of Monsters. The Extraordinary Life of Beau Dick, with a special Q&A session following the screening with Beau’s daughter, Linnea Dick 7pm at Tidemark Theatre, 1220 Shoppers Row.

JUNE 08

Royal Lepage Campbell River Salmon Derby: 3rd annual Royal LePage, Campbell River Salmon Derby. 1st Place, 12’ Mirrorcraft Boat, 1000Lb Bunk Trailer, Yamaha 9.9 Outboard Motor. 2nd Place - $5000 cash. 3rd Place - $3000 cash. Reg. www. picatic.com/royallepagederby $40 to enter. Starts 6:30am at Robert Ostler Park.

Home Depot Kids Workshop (Ages 4-12): FREE kids

Oceans Day Beach Clean-up: Discovery Passage Aquarium at Roberts Reach Parking Lot (by the Quadra Ferry Terminal) All supplies need will be provided. Noon Grief Support Group: Afternoon and evening grief support groups. Feel comfortable in a setting with others. 2:30pm at CR Hospice Centre, 440 Evergreen Rd. 250-286-1121

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EYES UP is about our natural desire to connect; what happens when we look up to find a genuine human encounter right in front of us? The cast’s breathtaking physical abilities will have you sitting on the edge of your seat! Through an incredible mix of acrobatics, juggling, and comedy we explore and express the beauty and awkwardness of interacting face to face. Come to witness an extraordinary, hilarious, and poetic performance about what it means to be human.

PRESENTS

July 12th

Tidemark Theatre

1220 Shopper Row Campbell River

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Family fun EVERY DAY ! at

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Fridays & Saturdays from 9:00 pm reservations recommended

BirthDay Parties & Group Events Corporate Events Fundraisers

Christmas Parties

Social Gatherings

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

For more information visit www.crbowling.com

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workshop, Different project each time. Register instore or by phone. 10am, 1482 Isl Hwy. 250-286-5400 Quadra Isl. Farmers Market: see June 2 Books Wanted: Rotary book sale See June 2 International Knit in Public Day: WWKIP DAY is unique. The largest knitting event in the world.

11am at Needle & Arts Centre, 990A Shoppers Row. Go-karts and Monster Truck Rides: See June 2 Water Safety Instructor: See June 2 UDC Twenty Eighteen: Urban Dance Connection presents their year-end recital: Twenty Eighteen. 2pm and 7pm at Tidemark Theatre, 1220 Shoppers Row. Jam Sessions: See June 2 Rock n’ Bowl: See June 1 Open Mic Night and Jam: See June 2 Wine and Blues Fest by the Sea: An evening of whites, reds, and blues! Entertainment by David Gogo. You are almost guaranteed to find just the wine that matches your palate. 7pm at Maritime Heritage Centre, 621 S. Isl. Hwy. Tickets - $75 tidemarktheatre.com.

Starlight Mountain: Step by step landscape painting workshop! Students will leave with a completed landscape painting! Supplies included.

7pm at Crow’s Nest Gallery, 2116 F S. Isl. Hwy. Speedway: IMCA Modifides, Bomber Cars, and Isl Dwarf Cars: Gates 5.30pm Race 8pm at Saratoga Speedway, 2380 Macaulay Rd. Black Creek 250-337-5024

JUNE 10 SUNDAY Community Food Systems: Field Trip to Cortes, 8am at Greenways Land Trust, 1195-C Fir St. 250-287-3785 Camp Bob Open House: A day of adventure as we open our gates to the public. We will provide lunch for all. 10am4pm Roberts Lake. 250-202-2219. www.campbob.ca Pier Street Farmers Market: See June 3 6th Annual Defeat Depression Walk: Help us raise funds for the CR Beacon Club while raising awareness and reducing stigma.For more info please contact Robyn Ellsworth. 10am at Ostler Park.

Campbell River Jugglers: See June 3 Go-karts and Monster Truck Rides: See June 2 Improv Classes: See June 3 Afternoon Jazz: See June 3 UDC Twenty Eighteen: See JUNE 9 Free Meat Draw: See June 3 Sayward Valley Folk Music Society: Reprising its well-received concert performance from our 2017 season. Spend an evening with the family. 7pm, Sayward Heritage Hall, 1257 Sayward Rd. 250-282-3791 Karaoke with Lizzie: See June 3

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JUNE 11 MONDAY Monday Night Bingo: See June 4

JUNE 12 TUESDAY Music in Spirit Square: Noon music by Kevin Mitchell (folk) Spirit Square, Downtown CR

250-923-8866

2234 SOUTH ISLAND HWY

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Heart Healthy Eating: Learn about how you can improve your cholesterol or blood pressure with diet. 9am at North Isl Hospital CR Campus, Must Reg. 250.286.7151, 375 2nd Ave. CR Karaoke at H.B.I.: See June 5 Healthy Feet: Learn to keep your feet healthy, correct some problems and avoid issues; foot mapping and proper shoe fit. Suitable for everyone with a focus on foot concerns or diabetes. 1:30pm at North Isl Hospital CR Campus, Must Reg. 250.286.7151, 375 2nd Ave. CR Canvas Stretching 101: Learn the do’s and don’ts of home canvas stretching. This demo will show you all the basic techniques and tools. 2pm at Impressions: 990 B Shoppers Row. 2502861612

JUNE 13 WEDNESDAY Parkinson’s Support Group Meeting: People living with Parkinsons or supporting a family member or friend with Parkinsons. Contact Chris Kozakowski at 250-923-4162. 1:30pm at CR Baptist Church, 260 S. Dogwood St. Shoreline Musical Theatre Society’s AGM: $20 membership fee will allow you to vote and stand for the SMTS Board. 5pm,Rivercity Stage, 1080 Hemlock Street. 250-914-0419 Trivia Night: See June 6 C.R.Bonsai Club: A group of local bonsai enthusiasts of all levels of experience who meet every month to share knowledge on all aspects of growing trees in pots. 7pm at Sybil Andrews Cottage, 2131 S.Isl Hwy. 250 923 3889

JUNE 14 THURSDAY Hypertension: Learn what hypertension (high blood pressure) is and how medications and lifestyle can help manage this very common medical condition. 1pm at N.I Hospital CR, Must Reg. 250.286.7151, 375 2nd Ave. CR Father’s Day Rock Painting: Paperweights -Fun rock painting craft! 5pm at Impressions, 990B Shoppers Row. 250.286.1612.

All That ‘n’ a Bag of Chips: Our year-end productions will showcase various styles of dance such as ballet, hip-hop, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, modern, tap, acro, and pointe. 6pm at Tidemark Theatre, 1220 Shoppers Row. Live Music at the Riptide: See June 7 Whiskey Club: It’s going to be a sensory extravaganza as you sip delectable drams exploring the influence of various cask types on whiskey. 7pm at Shelter Point Distillery, 4650 Regent Rd. 250-532-0095

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Picnic at the Winery: See June 4 Mixed Open Golf Horserace: Join us for our 18 hole mixed open and play in our Friday Night horserace as an added bonus. 6pm at Q.I. Golf Club, 950 Heriot Bay Rd. Quadra Isl. 250-285-2811 Acrylic Pour Paint Night: Learn to create stunning and luminous acrylic pour paintings using their own own choice of colours! 6pm at Crow’s Nest Gallery, 2116 F S. Isl. Hwy.

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CRX Stars of Tomorrow: Year-end productions will showcase various styles of dance such as ballet, hiphop, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, modern, tap, acro, and pointe.7pm Tidemark Theatre, 1220 Shoppers Row. Rock n’ Bowl: see June 1 Outlaw Drag Racing: Pro and Street Division, Time Attack: 7pm at Saratoga Speedway, 2380 Macaulay Rd. Black Creek. 250-337-5024

JUNE 16 SATURDAY National Lifeguard (NL) Precert/Recert (16+): Review NL skills and knowledge and to provide education on new information before the start of the recert. 9am at Strathcona Gardens Recreation Complex, 225 S Dogwood St. 250.830.6777 Creative Spaces Tour: This year, besides gardens, studios and workshops, we invite you to join the tour “Tiny Houses”, veritable and unique creative spaces all their own. 9:30am at Cortes Isl Museum, 957 Beasley Rd. Cortes Isl. 250-935-6340 North Isl Farmers and Artisans Market: Local food producers and artisans. Rain or shine, Harbour Office waterfront in Port McNeill. 10am at Beach Drive and McNeill Road.

Quadra Isl Farmers Market: A relaxing market with live music! 10am, 657 Harper Rd. 2502032153 Brind’amour/Nugent-Hopkins Cystic Fibrosis Golf Classic: Storey Creek welcomes two great NHL’ers for this amazing annual fundraiser for Cystic Fibrosis. 10am at 300 McGimpsey Rd. 250.923.3673 18 Hole Mixed Open: A fun, unique west coast golf experience. 11am at Quadra Isl Golf Club, 950 Heriot Bay Rd. 250-285-2811

60th Anniversary for the Museum: Celebrate their Diamond Anniversary and the opening of their new exhibit, 60. It will be a day of celebration for the whole family. 11am at Campbell River Museum, 470 Isl. Hwy. Go-karts and Monster Truck Rides: See June 2 FREE DROP-IN ART-MAKING: See June 2 All That ‘n’ a Bag of Chips: see June 14 Boardgames at Sundance Java: People who love playing board games as much as you do. A different game each time. 6:30pm at Sundance Java Bar, 80F Westgate Rd. 250-923-8827 Great Freezie Shoot Off: Massive water fight and evening competing in various water battles and challenges. Bring all your water spray toys from home. 6:30pm at Strathcona Gardens Recreation Complex, 225 S Dogwood St. 250.830.6777 Speedway: Crash to Pass Cars, Mad Max Extreme Racing, Hornet Cars and Road Runners Gates 5.30pm Race -7pm at Saratoga Speedway, 2380 Macaulay Rd. Black Creedk 250-337-5024 Open Mic Night and Jam: See June 2 Gospel Music Jamboree: Don’t miss out on our wind-up jamboree, everyone welcome. 7pm at Discovery Community Church, 250 10th Ave. CR

JUNE 17 SUNAY Fathers Day Pier Street Farmers Market: See June 3 Rotary Father’s Day Pancake Breakfast: See ad page 14.

Go-karts and Monster Truck Rides: see June 2 Improv Classes: See June Karaoke with Lizzie: See June 3

HELP THE MUSEUM CELEBRATE THEIR DIAMOND ANNIVERSARY! FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

11am–4pm Music & activities 11am Opening ceremony & light up of Del’s sign 11:30am–2pm Del’s burgers (cash only) 1pm Cake cutting PLUS a family activity station, puppet shows & special film screenings crmuseum.ca/60

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Historic Boat Tour: To Sonora Isl, with lunch at Dent Isl Lodge: Cruise past Quadra, Read, Maurelle, Stuart and Sonora Isls, experience the region’s notorious tidal rapids, and hear tales of the past from your Museum guide. Register at the Museum. Meet at 11am at Discovery Marine Safaris, 760 Isl. Hwy.

JUNE 18 MONDAY Malarkey Mummers “Jack in the Green”: Elaborate costumes, music, pythonesque humour, good fun, and of course lots of malarkey! 12pm at Campbell River Seniors Centre, 1426 Ironwood Rd. Monday Night Bingo: See June 4

JUNE 19 TUESDAY Brain Injury Awareness Open House: Info night. Call the office at 250-287-4323 or email at info@crhead.ca.

1pm at Head Injury Support Society, 591 9th Ave.

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Music in Spirit Square: Noon music by Roger Seldon(folk) Spirit Square, Downtown CR Blood Donor Clinic: Become the lifeline to Canadians, who each year, need blood, blood products or stem cells. 12:30pm at CR Community Centre, 401-11th Ave. A Good Night’s Sleep: Learn about the behavioral and environmental factors that may be interfering with your sleep including Sleep Apnea. 1:30pm at North Isl Hospital CR Campus, Must Reg. 250.286.7151, 375 2nd Ave. Building a Marine Trail: Public Input Meeting: BC Marine Trails Network Association is proposing a marine trail to link the waterways in the region bounded by Powell River, Campbell River, and Sayward. We are asking for input. 7pm at Maritime Heritage Centre, 621 S. Isl Hwy. Karaoke at H.B.I.: See June 5

JUNE 20 WEDNESDAY Blood Donor Clinic: See JUNE 19

Experience the Art of West Coast Dining Gourmet Steaks and Fresh Local Seafood

Patio Open

Overlooking The Marina • Discovery Harbour Centre • Mon to Sat from 5:30 pm Reservations Highly Recommended • 250-287-4143 • www.harbourgrill.com

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Transformations by the Shore: Watch the carvers at work during this 10 day event. Go down and vote for your favourite on June 30. Carvings left along the Sea Walk until Sept. 7am at Frank James Park.

Shaun Majumder: a premier entertainer and comedian. He is also a favourite of the renowned Just for Laughs Comedy Festival. 7:30pm at Tidemark Theatre, 1220 Shoppers Row. Trivia Night: See June 6

JUNE 21 THURSDAY National Aboriginal Day Celebrate National Aboriginal Day: Join Campbell River in celebrating National Aboriginal Day. The festivities start at the Big House at 10am then move to Spirit Square for the afternoon.

Blood Donor Clinic: See JUNE 19 Talk with the Doc: Have the opportunity to discuss with a physician any questions you may have about general health and wellness. 1pm at N. I. Hospital CR Campus, Must Reg. 250.286.7151, 375 2nd Ave. CR Bath Bombs Galore for Kids: Choose your scent, colour, and shape! Make bath bombs GALORE! 6pm at Crow’s Nest Gallery, 2116 F S. Isl. Hwy. Live Music at the Riptide Pub: See June 7

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JUNE 22 FRIDAY 9th Annual Isl Summer Games: This 3-day outdoor festival is Vancouver Isl’s largest and most unique homegrown sports & entertainment extravaganza of its kind. 8am at Topaz Park, Topaz Ave. & Finlayson St. & Blanshard St. Victoria Secret Sisters Reveal Party: The reveal party is where the magic happens, come find out who has been blessing, praying, and encouraging you for the past couple months! 7pm at Christian Life Fellowship, 445 Merecroft Rd. 250-287-3476

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Saturday Dinner 5pm – close. Closed Sundays 1090 B Shoppers Row 250-286-4850 www.baanthaicr.com

JUNE 23 SATURDAY 14th Annual Kusam Klimb: World-class endurance event held annually in Sayward. See website for details on the climb, registration, banquet, accommodations, etc. 7am at Sayward Heritage Hall, 1257 Sayward Rd. 250-282-3791 Rotary Book Sale: Many books to choose from and every category you can think of. Proceeds go to local Rotary projects. A great way to collect your summer reading material. 9am at Discovery Harbour Shopping Mall, next to Subway. 1416 Isl. Hwy. CR Quadra Isl Farmers Market: See June 2 Quadra Isl Quilt and Garden Tour: 2 days, Quadra Isl Quilters hang quilts in a variety of gardens around Quadra Isl. Enjoy both beautiful gardens and quilts at the same time. 10am. Map at Q.I. Community Centre, 970 West Rd. Quadra Isl. 250-285-3243 East vs West: A Members event that pits golfers born West of the Rockies against those born to the East.

11:30am at Storey Creek Golf Crs, 300 McGimpsey Rd. Speedway: Wilroc Sprint Cars, IMCA Modifides, and Bomber Cars. 7pm at Saratoga Speedway, 2380 Macaulay Rd. Black Creek 250-337-5024 Go-karts and Monster Truck Rides: See June 2

Thongs

Jewellery & Repair

Saturday Afternoon Jam Sessions: See June 2 Open Mic Night and Jam: See June 2 Sustainable Gardening: Brian Minter, Horticulturist, entrepreneur and open-line garden host with CBC radio is coming to Campbell River!

2pm at CR Community Centre, 401-11th Ave. The Passion Of Painting: The process of putting paint to canvas. Learn to let go and paint without fear or hesitation. 12pm at Impressions. 990B Shoppers Row. 250.286.1612.

Surprise Skate: Skate shop staff have planned a special event. Skating, dancing, disco lights, games, prizes and more. Each event includes skate rentals, pizza, and a juice box. 6pm at Strathcona Gardens Recreation . 225 S Dogwood St. 250.830.6777 Starry Forest: Learn how to work with oil paints and gain technique in oil painting! 7pm at Crow’s Nest Gallery, 2116 F S. Isl. Hwy. Willow Pt. Campbell River Pride Party: The Queen of East Van, Isolde N. Barron, is back alongside her Baddest B!&@h, Peach Cobblah, to host a fresh new Pride Party in Campbell River, featuring Astrocolor. 8pm at Tidemark Theatre, 1220 Shoppers Row. Tix online.

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Campbell River Daybreak

Giant Books Sale!

June 23/24

 at Discovery Mall next to Subway

Drop off your books every Saturday till June 16, 10am-2pm.

ROTARY BOOK SALE CONTACT 250-202-2550 FOR INFO

JUNE 24 SUNDAY 2018 Campbell River Poker Run: Open to all riders with stops at Griffin Pub, Hwy Man Saloon, Bowser Legion and Cumberland Hotel. Proceeds from this ride go to Kidney Foundation & C.R.S.A.R. 8am at Eagles Hall, 1999 14th Ave. 250-287-4990 East vs West: See JUNE 3 Rotary Book Sale: See June 23 Pier Street Farmers Market: See June 3 Quadra Isl Quilt and Garden Tour:Join the Campbell River Jugglers: See June 3 Historic Boat Tour: to Sonora Isl, with lunch at Dent Isl Lodge. Cruise past Quadra, Read, Maurelle, Stuart and Sonora Isls, experience the region’s notorious tidal rapids, and hear tales of the past. Register at the Museum. Meet at 11am at Discovery Marine Safaris, 760 Isl. Hwy. Potluck Sunday Social: Bring a dish to share at our monthly community lunch. Kid Friendly 11:45am at Centre for Spiritual Living, 516 S. Dogwood St. Go-karts and Monster Truck Rides: See June 2 Improv Classes: Directed by Gerry McAteer, Professional Improv Director, Coach and Funny Man! 1pm at Rivercity Stage, 1080 Hemlock St. 250-914-0419 Autocross: Autocross 4pm at Saratoga Speedway, 2380 Macaulay Rd. 250-337-5024

Interpretive Walk – The Ecology of the Tyee Spit: - Greenways takes you to your favorite CR places for fun and in depth insights into the ecology & history of the Spit. Explore the Spit! 6:30pm at Tyee Spit.

Karaoke with Lizzie: See JUNE 3

JUNE 25 MONDAY Picnic at the Winery: See June 4 Monday Night Bingo: See June 4

JUNE 26 TUESDAY Music at Spirit Square: 12noon, Entertainment by Cedar Spoon - Lively Folk Sprouts.

JUNE 27 WEDNESDAY Trivia Night: See June 6

JUNE 28 THURSDAY Exercise is Good for the Heart: Basic cardiac rehabilitation exercise guidelines & strategies to help overcome obstacles to making exercise a regular habit.

Classes are free. 1pm at N.I. Hospital CR Campus, Must Reg. 250.286.7151, 375 2nd Ave. CR

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JUNE 5 A Wrinkle In Time, Death Wish, The Hurricane Heist, Every Day, Gringo, Thoroughbreds, Devil’s Gate, Freak Show JUNE 12 I Can Only Imagine, Tomb Raider, Sherlock Gnomes, Love Simon, The Strangers: Prey at Night, Loveless, An Ordinary Man, The Humanity Bureau JUNE 19 Pacific Rim Uprising, Paul Apostle of Christ, Midnight Sun, Unsane, The Death of Stalin, Flower, Double Lover, The Swap JUNE 26 Tyler Perry’s Acrimony, The Endless, Gemini, In Darkness, Spinning Man, Terminal

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Live Music at the Riptide Pub: See June 7 Grief Support Group: Afternoon and evening grief support groups. 6:30pm at CR Hospice Centre, 440 Evergreen Road. 250-286-1121

JUNE 29 FRIDAY Pro-D Camp: Holly Hill Farm, groom, tend and train the farm animals. They will also spend time playing farm games learning survival skills, crafts, and much more. 8:45am - 2:15pm. Holly Hills Farm, 2311 Ida Rd. Outdoor Summer Market: Vendors include food, arts and crafts and local businesses! There will also be entertainment and busking! 5pm at Sunrise square, 2116 Isl Hwy South. Willow Pt.

Gates 5.30pm, Race 7pm at Saratoga Speedway, 2380 Macaulay Rd. Black Creek 250-337-5024 North Isl Farmers and Artisans Market: See JUNE 2 Outdoor Summer Market: 10am at Sunrise Sqr. 2116 Isl. Hwy. S. Willow Pt. Quadra Isl Farmers Market: See JUNE 2 Picnic at the Winery: See June 4 The Night B4: 5-9pm for our night before Canada Day festivities and entertainment. 5pm-8pm Grieg Seafood Salmon BBQ, Tyee Chev Car Show, 7pm-9pm Jackson Hollow in concert (bluegrass) 7.45pm Ridegerider Best Western Dressed Contest. Downtown Ostler Park.

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JUNE 30 SATURDAY Speedway: Crash to Pass Boat Race, Mad MaxExtreme Racing, Hornet Cars, and Road Runners. Rain or Shine!

Canada Day Schedule of celebrations, parade, and events: See pg 43 in this issue.

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Junior Lifeguard Camp Ages 7-12 Kids will learn attitudes and skills that could one day save a life. Designed to let kids participate in activities similar to those of real lifeguards Wednesday July 11 10 AM-3 PM $25 Monday-Friday July 23-27 10 AM-3 PM $125 Red Cross Swim Camp Ages 6-9 Have your kids learn valuable swimming skills and water-safe attitudes this summer. This program includes 2-45 minute Red Cross swim lessons along with other in and out of water activities. Loads of educational fun!

Monday-Friday July 2-6 10 AM-3 PM $125 Monday-Friday July 23-27 10 AM-3 PM $125 Swim To Survive Camp Ages 6-12 This program was designed to teach young people the necessary self-rescue skills they will need if they are going to be around the water.

Learn essential self-rescue skills including how to get oriented after an unexpected entry, support yourself at the surface and how to swim to safety.

Monday July 9 10 AM-3 PM $25 Wet N Wild Bootcamp Ages 6-12 Develop your swimming skills, work on your dive, give water polo/underwater hockey/synchronized

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JUNE EVENTS

WIGGLE BRIDGE NIGHT

(Ages 4-16.) Run across the pool atop of the wiggly bridge without falling in. It’s a fun challenge to try and watch. . . . . . . WED, JUNE 6 | 6:30 - 8PM

FRIDAY NIGHT AT THE MOVIES

(Ages 3+) relaxing skate on the leisure ice watching “Sing” $5 inc. pizza, juice (skate rental not inc.) $12/fam . . . . . . FRI, JUNE 8 | 5:15 - 8PM

GREAT FREEZIE SHOOT OFF

(All ages.) Massive water fight, various battles.

Bring your water spray toys from home to win a freezie! . . . . . . . . . SAT, JUNE 16 | 6:30 - 8PM

SATURDAY NIGHT SURPRISE SKATE Special skating event with dancing, disco lights, games, prizes and more. $10 inc. skate rental, pizza, juice for ages 6-12. . . . . JUN 23 | 6 - 9PM Strathcona Gardens 250-830-6777 www.strathconagardens.com

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Thursday July 12 10 AM-3 PM $25 Coolest Game on Earth Camp Ages 6-12 If you don’t have very much hockey experience this is the camp for you. Learn basic hockey skills and have fun completing on and off ice training. Tons of game time, cross training and over 2.5 hours of ice time every day. No previous hockey experience required.

Monday-Friday July 30-August 3 10 AM-3 PM $110 Ice Quest Skating Camp Ages 6-12Fun, skating and games is what this camp is all about. This program provides an introduction into the world of ice-skating and is ideal for beginner skaters that want to improve their skills. This program will help you decide what ice activities to sign up for in the fall: more skating lessons, figure skating or hockey. Lots of fun and games – at least 2.5 hours of ice time every day.

Monday-Friday July 30-August 3 10 AM-3 PM $110 MACH 1 Squad Camp Ages 6-12Team Leaders will take the adventurers on daily off site excursions. Each day will include either swimming, skating or both, off site activities to the outdoor pool, water park, RCMP station, fishing pier, etc., and daily messy food challenges. Program fee includes all facility drop-in fees, skate rentals and transportation.

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Things To Do IN 2, 4 & 6 HOURS

Things To Do In FREE -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.

FREE Hiking & Trails: 1-10km walks. 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 (1km).

Snowden Forest (many to choose from), Elk Falls Suspenion Bridge (1.4kms), Beaver Lodge Forestlands (many to choose from), and Lower Myra Falls Trails (3min walk to several cascading beautiful waterfalls), and Black Creek Trail (behind the Discovery Foods grocery store at the corner of Regent & Glenmore Rd.) See new alternate walks during BC Hydro construction. All trails open year round.

So-Cal Restaurant- Friday & Sat Nights, Blues & Jazz easy listening.. patio dining. 6.30pm-9.30pm.

2231 S Island Hwy, Willow Pt CR 250.923.7611.

Fog Duckkers Coffee by the Sea- Wednesday evenings, music jam along and relax by the sea. Bring your instrument or just sit back and listen. 6-9pm. 907 Sth Isl. Hwy. Heriot Bay Inn (Quadra Island)- Fri’s Live bands 9pm, Sat’s Open Mic 9pm, Tues Karaoke 9pm, Wed’s Rockin’ Bingo 8pm. 673 Hotel Rd. 250.285.3322.

Spirit Square- Tuesday’s for lunch 12-2pm Thursday evenings, 7-9pm. spiritsquare.ca.

FREE Karaoke: Royal Coachman Old English Pub, Sundays 8pm. 84 Dogwood Rd 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.

FREE Splash Park & Playground: Open now until Sept, 8am-Dusk. Located at Willow Point Park, next to the Sportsplex. 1800 S Alder St.

LIVE MUSIC Royal Coachman Pub- Jazz Sundays at 1pm4pm - Old English Pub. Royal Garden dining.

84 Dogwood Rd. Riptide Pub- Ocean Front, Thursday evenings from 8pm. 1340 Island Hwy, Discovery Mall.

Super Mario’s- Friday night is Jam nights, featuring local bands. Sat night Live music entertainment. 8pm 3-2253 S Isl. Hwy. Willow Pt.

Now at McIvor Lake!

All equipment included Book your flight now JUNE-SEPTEMBER 250-202-4655 www.flyhighadventures.net

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Things To Do IN 2, 4 & 6 HOURS

Laser Tag: North Island Battle Field. Outdoor Laser Tag, Water Tag, Soft Archery and more!

Groups of 10-36 players. All ages! We come to you! 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: Miracle Beach Mini Golf - May Oct. 18 Holes through a fun miniature-land golf course. Fun 8667 Island Hwy, Black Creek.

250.337.5336. miraclebeachminigolf.ca Go-karts & Monster Truck Rides: Open every weekend, 12-4pm, (weather permitting).

Saratoga Speedway, 2380 Macaulay Rd. Black Creek. 250.337.5024. saratogaracing.ca Hands on Aquarium: Discovery Passage

10 OFF

Aquarium See, Touch, Explore. Discovery Pier, at the Govt. Wharf Island Hwy. Open 10am-5pm every day! 250.914.5500.

OUTDOOR FARMERS & ARTISANS’ MARKETS 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.

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.

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.

Petting Farm, Farm Tours & Tractor

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DESOLATION SOUND

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

FREE -Transformations on the shore: Wood carvings from the famous shoreline arts festival of wood carvers. International carvers compete starting June 20th.but you will find them along the shoreline as you walk along the seawalk.

Event Frank James Park. Willow Pt.

SWIMMING Strathcona Gardens Recreation Complex. Open daily till June 25. Call for Summer hours.

Includes; Swimming pools, water slide, diving board, large hot tub, steam & sauna room.

Infant, toddler, children, youth and adult programs. 225 S Dogwood St. 250.287.9234.

Centennial Outdoor Pool - Opens June 16. 4 Ave, Campbell River. 250.923.7911.

FREE McIvor Lake - 11min drive from downtown

• Whale & Wildlife Watching • Charters & Fishing Trips • Private Tours • Small Groups 250.702.4515   Discovery Harbour Marina 50NORTHADVENTURES.COM

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

FREE Miracle Beach - 30min drive from downtown Campbell River traveling south on the Old Island 19A Hwy. Fly Boarding: Be pushed up 20ft into the air on water powered jets. Operates at Lake McIvor.

All equipment included. June-Sept. Fly Hight Adventures, 250.202.4655.

HELICOPTER TOURS Tours from $49

» Discovery Passage Tours: Flight along the Strait of Georgia. 20 mins $145 /person » Desolation Sound Tours: Wildlife, Natural Beauty & 105 lakes. 45 mins $295 /person » Comox Glacier Tours: Views over Vancouver Island to the famous Comox Glacier. 45 mins $295 /person

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Things To Do IN 2, 4 & 6 HOURS

Pool or Hot Tub: Best Western Hotel - 462 S Island Hwy, 250.923.4231. Anchor Inn & Suites - 261 Island Hwy, 250.286.1131. Strathcona Gardens - 225 S Dogwood St, 250.287.9234.

Indoor Rock Climbing: Something for every age and skill level. On the Rocks Climbing Gym, 1980 N. Island Hwy. 250.287.7625 rockgym.ca

Library: Free @ CR Library (downtown Shoppers Row).

Gymnastics: Campbell River Gymnastics Association- Regular drop-Ins till June 25th.

July 18th will start a new Summer Drop-in schedule for adults. Summer camps available.

Schedule. campbellrivergymnastics.ca. 198114th Ave. at Tamarac St. 250.286.3547.

Tea Wall: Stop in and choose from over 110 teas. Bubble Tea, iced tea, ice tea latte. French press coffee or cappuccino with homemade cake. Fresh fruit smoothies. Baked scones and cookies. Stonehouse Teas, 605 11th Ave. Campbell River.

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Community Centre: Programs available 6 days a week for adults, youth, toddlers and seniors. Drop-in anytime. 401 11th Ave. 250.286.1161 campbellriver.ca Seniors’ Centre: Lunches, dancing, bingo, games, arts & crafts, friendships. CR Common, Ironwood Rd. Open Mon-Fri. 250.914.4401 crseniors.com FREE Skateboarding: Willow Point Skatepark by the Sportsplex, and CR Skatepark by Nunns Creek Park.

Landmark Theatre: Showcase 5 Movie Theatre, 489 S. Dogwood St. 250.287.3233.

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Live Theatre: Tidemark Theatre, 1220 Shoppers Row. Big celebrities & small town locals grace the stage with live music, theatrical performances, dances, childrens’ shows, comedy and more. See what’s showing, tidemarktheatre.com, 250.287.7465.

FREE ART GALLEY & ART EXHIBITS

art, antiques & stones in their gallery. Open 10am-4pm Mon-Sun. #104-909 Island Hwy (in the Georgia Quay) 250.914.4452

Sea. Touch. Explore.

CR Art Gallery - Browse local art exhibits and art gallery on display. By donation. 1235 Shoppers Row. 250.287.2261.

Local Marine Life

Crows Nest Gallery - View local & handmade art in the gallery. Open Tues-Sat 10am-5pm.

2116F S. Island Hwy. 778.348.2769.

Direct Art Gallery: Tyee Plaza. Local Art and Photography. Downtown FREE Art-Making: Super Saturdays at CR Art Gallery - Different art-making activity for all ages. Just drop-in! 1-3pm. Materials included. crartgallery.com Aboriginal Art Gallery & Gift Store: Awatin Aboriginal Art - 100% aboriginal-owned business, featuring authentic aboriginal

Discovery Pier, 705 Island Hwy. 250.914.5500

DiscoveryPassageAquarium.ca

Northwest Coast Native Art Gallery Jewellery, Art, Antiques & Minerals consignments welcome

104-909 Island Hwy 250-914-4452 www.awatinart.com

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• Flight Training • Sightseeing • Aircraft Rental • Charter

Oceans Glaciers Mountains

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First Nations Gift Shop: Wei Wai Kum House of Treasures, 1400 Wei Wai Kum Rd. 250.286.6949 Scenic Walk, Jog, Bike or Skate: Free @ CR Sea Walk. 8km of picturesque mountain and ocean views, with historical & environmental information posted. Suitable for all types of abilities, plus bathroom & water stops for you and your pets!

FREE Tennis: Willow Point Park 1800 S Alder St. Centennial Park on Alder St. & 4th Ave. 250.923.8134, Robron Park Merecroft Rd parking.

FREE Disc Golf: Disc Golf Course at Willow Point Sportsplex. Discs can be purchased or rented at the Sportsplex.

Sports, Exercise & Physical Fun: Sportsplex & Willow Point Park - Squash, Badminton, Racquet Ball Courts, Soccer & Baseball fields, Volley Ball Sand Pit, Splash Park for kids, Disc Golfing in the forest lands, Exercise classes, and Gym facility.

Plus child, youth, adult & senior programs.

Drop-in’s welcome. 1800 S Alder St. campbellriver.ca, 250.923.7911.

MUSEUMS CR Museum - Special events & exhibits onsite regularly. Celebrating their Diamond Anniversary and the opening of their new exhibit, on June 16th. Open daily, 12-5pm.

Open hours for the Summer are 10am5pm daily. 250.287.3103.crmuseum.ca. 470 Island Hwy.

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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

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.

FREE Fishing Pier: CR Discovery Pier, award winning wheelchair accessible, salt water fishing, 600ft pier, fishing rods available for rent. Plus the Pier CafĂŠ. Open 7am-dusk. May-Oct. 655 Island Hwy. Govt Wharf. 250.286.3161.

Wine Tasting & Tours: Coastal Black Winery Tasting room and picnic patio open daily 11am-5pm. Full wine tours run weekends. (advance booking required, minimum 8pp, $10/p). 2186 B Endall Road, Black Ck. coastalblack.ca, 250.337.8325.

Quadra Island Winery: South End Winery. Drop-in Fri-Tues 11am-6pm. Enjoy wine and a picnic up on the grass! 319 Sutil Rd. Quadra Island, just past Petroglyph Rd. info@southend.ca. 250.285.2257.

Wine Tastings & Tours: 40 Knots Winery. Drop-in Tue-Sun 11am-5pm, for

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FREE Tours & Tastings at the Second Single Malt Distillery in Canada: Shelter Point Distillery - Private tours available Wed-Sun 12pm5pm. Free! Open for tastings everyday, 12-5pm.

4650 Regent Rd. Oyster River. 778.420.2200.

FREE 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.

FREE 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.

FREE Weiner Roast: A slice of Canadian Culture, a favourite all year round. Echo Lake, Miller Creek, Loveland Bay, Stories Beach, Rotary Beach Park, are all great locations for a fire & wiener roast. Don’t forget the marshmallows!

FREE Beachcombing: The island ocean brings unique pieces of driftwood, shells, rocks and sea-life. Find some interesting pieces of nature and sea-critters to admire.

Things To Do In FREE Mountain Biking: Snowden Forest - (many trails to choose from). Mt. Washington - offers newly updated fun trails from easy to difficult.

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Bike Ride Tour: Island Joy Rides: Explore the city in a slow, tasty, and joyful way by Bike.

Bike and Beer tours are available all Summer long for groups of 4 or more! 250.830.8522.

Scuba Diving Lessons & Tours: Discover why our deep diving waters are famous. Beaver Aquatics. beaveraquatics.ca, 250.287.7652 Scuba Lessons & Tours: Recreational, Technical Diving, First Aid, and Servicing Courses. Pacific Pro Dive & Marine Adventures, 1340 Island Hwy #129. 1.877.800.3483.

Snorkling with Seals , Sealions & Marine life: Half day Big animal encounter like no other. Includes wetsuit, mask, snorkel & fins. Free shuttle pick-up. Pacific Pro Dive & Marine Adventures, 1340 Island Hwy #129, 1.877.800.3483. next to the Riptide Pub. FREE Hiking: Upper Myra Falls (6kms 4hrs). Easy to intermediate. Ripple Rock (8kms 3hrs) Moderate.

Bedwell Lake Trail (10kms 4 hrs). Moderate.

Golf: Storey Creek Golf Course - One of the most loved golf courses in town! 18Holes and a Driving Range. McGimpsey Rd, storeycreek. bc.ca 250.923.3673 Campbell River Golf & Country Club: 18 holes. Our NEWEST Golf Course in town! 700 Peterson Rd, 250.287.4970, crgolf.ca Saratoga Beach Golf Club: 9Holes and a driving range. 2084 Saratoga Rd, Black Creek. 250.337.2208.

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Heriot Bay Rd. Quadra Isl. 250.285.2811, quadragolf.com Guided Fishing: Painters Lodge (1625 MacDonald Rd, Campbell River) or April Point (900 April Point Rd., Quadra Isle.) Free water shuttle at Painters Lodge 1.800.663.7090.

Open now- October.

Vancouver Island Premier Art Events DOWNTOWN CAMPBELL RIVER JUL 6-8 Art Expo & Gala 100+ exhibits of original fine art from local and national artists. Celebrated with Gala and auction at the Anchor Inn. Jul 18 Art Battle High-paced live competitive painting: 12 artists, 3 rounds, 1 winner. During the Campbell River Live Streets Event.

At the Internationally Acclaimed PAINTER’S LODGE RESORT Sep 1-30 Art in the Garden

Minstrel and Colour held on the grounds of Painters Lodge, surrounded by breathtaking views. Enjoy artists, artisans crafters and live outdoor painting.

Nov 23-25 Winter Wonderland

3 festive days of original fine art, sculptors, textiles, potters, photographers.

Workshops ANCHOR INN CAMPBELL RIVER Jun 23 Paverpol Art Beginner Class

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Garden Tour: Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens, Tour the gardens all year around. Bring a picnic lunch. Watch for special events. Off Coleman Rd, 6183 Whitaker Rd. Courtenay. 250.338.6901.

Float Plane Tours: Corilair - Departing from Tyee Spit to remote islands including; Refuge Cove, Surge Narrows, Big Bay, Blind Channel, Historic Mail Tour. corilair.com, 1.888.287.8366

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

ADVENTURE TOURS Desolation Sound Tours: 50North Adventrues. Specializing in small groups.

Desolation Sound tours - Whales & wildlife - Fishing charters. Custom tours available. Covered boat. “Go were the locals go” Discovery Marina F Dock.

250.702.4515 50northadventures.com.

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Big Animal Encounters: Humpback whales, Orcas, Sealions, Seals, seabirds, & Dolphins. 4hr tour Pacific Pro Dive & Marine Adventures, 1340 Island Hwy 1.877.800.3483. Discovery Harbour Marina.

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Whale & Marine Wildlife Tour: Adventure Quest Canada. Whale and marine wildlife viewing, Covered boat, with washroom.

From the Discovery Harbour Marina. J Dock. adventurequestcanada.com. 1.855.659.2327.

Eagle Eye Adventures: Depart from CR Discovery Harbour Marina to spot marine wildlife on with a picnic stop on Stuart Island! eagleeyeadventures.com. 250.286.0809.

Grizzly Bear Expeditions: Discovery Marine Safaris- Ethical Grizzly Bear Expeditions: observe majestic grizzly bears hunt for salmon, 250-287-7008, adventurewhalewatching.com

Whale Watching / Scuba Diving & Snorkeling: Big Animal Encounters with Pacific Pro Dive & Marine Adventures- Experience the wonders of the ocean! Whale watching, Scuba Courses, Snorkeling with the seals. 1340 Isl Hwy #129.

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Fishing: Rippingales Fishing 1-800-988-8242 rippingalesfishing.com Fishing, RV, Restaurant & Marina Services: Browns Bay Resort 19 km north of CR, brownsbayresort.com 250 286-3135 - All you can eat CRAB!!

Mountain Bike Group Rides: River City Cycle Club- Rides through Beaver Lodge Lands, Snowden Demonstration Forest, Pumphouse trails & beyond! Beginner to advanced. trails@rivercitycycle.ca, rivercitycycle.ca Scuba Lessons & Tours: Recreational, Technical Diving, First Aid, and Servicing Courses. Pacific Pro Dive & Marine Adventures, 1340 Island Hwy #129. 1.877.800.3483.

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

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

Things To Do In PROVINCIAL PARKS & HIKING TRAILS: Gold Muchalat: Located Northwest of Gold River, offering a beautiful location for canoeing, cycling, fishing, wildlife viewing and hiking. Bring a picnic!

Nimpkish Road. Gold River. 1.800.689.9025.

Star Lake Recreation Area: Popular for canoeing, swimming, picnicking and fishing! There are a few picnic tables, fire pits, and bathrooms. Located off of Ucona Road.

Antler Lake Trail & Recreation Area: Great cutthroat and rainbow trout fishing. Aprox 60 minute hiking trail one way. Easy walk through bush, and shaded most of the way. Pack along a picnic, and enjoy the wildlife and scenery, or go for a swim!

Rugged Point Marine Provincial Park: Accessible by boat only. Wilderness camping. Picnic area. Fresh water for boaters and campers. Canoeing/Kayaking.

Windsurfing. Salmon fishing. Short 5-min trail.

Peppercorn Trail: 40 minutes one way. Runs along the Gold River. Featuring swimming and cliff jumping.

Heber River Trail: Directly off Hwy 28. The Heber river joins the Gold river. 40 min trail round trip following the heber Canyon. Great fly fishing location.

Scout lake Trail: (2km) Comes up to the western shore of Scout Lake.

Elk River Trail: (13 km- one way) Trail to scenic Landslide lake. 2 backcountry campsites on the way there. (No facilities). Trail starts off Hwy 28.

Lady Falls: 15 min round trip. At the end of the path is a viewing platform right across from the falls.

Indian Falls: on Highway 28 toward Muchalat Inlet. Provides good views of the river, forest and the beautiful falls that drop down the canyon.

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Whats On Digest Gold River Events JUNE 01 FRIDAY Meat Draw: Every Friday. Burgers at 5pm, Meat draw at 6pm.

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Music Bingo/Karaoke: EVERY FRIDAY for some Classic Rock Bingo starting around 7pm. Stay on for some great entertainment with Karaoke at 9pm. Ridge Roadhouse Pub, 397 Donner Crt. GR 250-283-7533 JUNE 02 SATURDAY Everyone Welcome Swim: Swim daily at the aquatic centre.

Please inquire within or see our schedule online, 2pm at Aquatic and Sports Centre, 350 Muchalat Drv. GR 250-283-2216 JUNE 03 SUNDAY Worship Together: Biblical teaching, blended new and old music, and a relaxed atmosphere. 10:30am at Christian Fellowship Church, 600 Nimpkish Drv. GR. 250-283-7241 Church History: Study and discussion of church history 4-5pm.

Christian Fellowship Church 600 Nimpkish Drv. GR 250-283-7241 JUNE 04 MONDAY Golf Seniors 2 for 1: Monday through Friday seniors golf two for the price of one. 9 or 18 holes. 10am at G.R. Golf Course, Hwy 28. 250-283-7266

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JUNE 05 TUESDAY Video Release: A Wrinkle in Time, Death Wish - Netflix Nootka Sound Day Cruise: Leaves G.R. 9am see schedule for details, www.getwest.ca/cruises/schedule. 1.877.824.8253 Men’s Group: A Daytime, Men’s Midweek Gathering for men who want to hear what God has to pass on to today’s man.

Call to find out where we meet next. 4pm, 250-283-7241 Nootka Island Discovery Tour: Discover the west coast’s rugged coastline; with vast beaches, old growth forests, bountiful wildlife, and rich First Nations history. 5pm at Moutcha Bay Resort, 1631 Head Bay Rd. 1-877-337-5464 Golf Ladies Night: Every Tuesday, Ladies Golf. Dinner available. 6pm at G.R. Golf Course, Hwy 28. 250-283-7266 Women’s Bible Study: 7pm at the church building.

Friendship and advice from God’s Word. Christian Fellowship Church-G.R., 600 Nimpkish Drv. 250-283-7241 JUNE 07 THURSDAY Golf Mens Night: (Every Thursday). Enquire for details. 6pm, Hwy 28, Gold River. 250-283-7266

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Whats On Digest Things To Do...

JUNE 08 FRIDAY » WORLD OCEANS DAY Yoga Retreat: Yoga practice this Spring Holy Cow Yoga Studio for an all-inclusive, rejuvenating 3-day Yoga Retreat. 9am at Moutcha Bay Resort, 1631 Head Bay Road. 1-877-337-5464

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JUNE 09 SATURDAY Gold River Craft Beer and Wilderness Retreat: 9th-13th. Brew Beer, Fish and Explore Nootka Sound.

Unforgettable retreat on the Wild West Coast at Nootka Sound Resort (Nootka Marine Adventures) 3pm at, 1631 Head Bay Rd. 1-877-337-5464

Float Plane Tours: Air Nootka- Whether you’re hiking, fishing, surfing, or just in search of an adventure, Air Nootka can get you there with beautiful views of Nootka Island on the way! A great way to get to the Hot Springs Cove. 800 Mill Road.

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

Day & Overnight Cruise: Explore the Wild West Coast on a cruise aboard the MV Uchuck III. A glimpse into the maritime culture and history of Nootka Sound, Esperanza Inlet and Kyuquot Sound, known as the “Birthplace of British Columbia”. 1.877.824.8253 www.getwest.ca Golfing: Gold River Golf & Country Club- 9 & 18 holes.

Spectacular wilderness Licensed lounge and scenic patio. Carts available. Gold River Hwy. 250.283.7266.

Pottery Gallery: Clayworks Cafe and Gallery- Dine in. Next to the Gold River. Take in the pottery gallery and even sign up for a private pottery lesson! 500 Industrial Park Place, Gold River. 250.283.2374.

JUNE 12 TUESDAY Video Release: I Can Only imagine, Tomb Raider, Sherlock Gnomes, Love Simon, The Strangers: Prey at Night, Loveloess, An Ordinary Man, The Humanity Bureau- Netflix JUNE 14 THURSDAY Nootka Sound Overnight Cruise: 14-15th, KyuQuot Adventure Leaves G.R. 7am. see schedule for details, www.getwest.ca/cruises/schedule. 1.877.824.8253 JUNE 17 SUNDAY » FATHER’S DAY Take Dad for lunch at The Ridge! Great view, cold beer.

JUNE 19 TUESDAY Video Release: Pacific Rim Uprising, Paul Apostle of Christ, midnight Sun, Unsane, The Death of Stalin, Flower, Double Lover, The Swap - Netflix JUNE 21 THURSDAY » NATIONAL ABORIGINAL DAY Summer Solstice/First Day of Summer: JUNE 23 SATURDAY Salmon Derby: Delicious food being served up at the Conuma Grill, live entertainment, raffles, draws, and auctions occurring throughout the weekend. 5am at Moutcha Bay Resort, 2 day event. 1631 Head Bay Rd. 1-877-337-5464 JUNE 26 TUESDAY Video Release: Tyler Perry’s Acrimony, The Endless, Gemini, In Darkness, Spinning Man, Terminal - Netflix JUNE 27 WEDNESDAY Nootka Sound Day Cruise: To Friendly Cove, Leaves G.R. 10am & 4pm see schedule for details, www.getwest.ca/ cruises/schedule. 1.877.824.8253 JULY 1 ~ SUNDAY » IT’S CANADA DAY!

Things To Do In

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, a viewpoint overlooking a waterfall, and a viewing platform to look at the Resurgence Cave entrance. West on Head Bay Forest Road.

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

Thanksgiving Ridge: Located above Head Bay at the end of Tlupana Inlet. These caves are extreme, treacherous and repelling experience is a must.

White Ridge Provincial Park Caving: Located on the East side of Gold River in the mountains. Some of Canadas longest and deepest caves. For experienced cavers.

SWIMMING

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.

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