Friday 23 August 2013

Discovery Passages Events

August 26th – September 1st, 2013

This Week in Campbell River
Monday, August 26th   
Movie Magic: Summer Film Camp                                                   
250-286-1161
Join producer and filmmaker Chris Jaycox for an action packed week of movie-magic!  Learn the Hollywood movie secrets; create an animated claymation movie and short film with props, acting and special effects. Running Monday thru Friday, 10am to 3pm (August 26th to 30th). For registration information, please contact the Campbell River Community Centre at 250-286-1161 or the Sportsplex at 250-923-7911.
Hooked on Fishing                                                                                               
250-286-1161
Experience fishing in Campbell River. Fish the river, the ocean and hopefully a lake. Learn how to handle and cast a fishing rod. How to observe the river flow, temperature and environment. 10am – 1pm, three for $45; hosted by River Sportsman. Meet at the Community Centre.

Tuesday, August 27th
Puppet Theatre                                                                                        
250-287-3103
Every Tuesday and Saturday with two shows daily: 10:30AM and 1:30PM, $2 per person (under 3 are free!). Expect to see any of the old gang: Fred Nunns, Lord Bacon,   The shows are 20 minutes long and will be followed by a themed craft. Call the museum for more info or e-mail summer.programs@crmuseum.ca .
Lunch in the Square                                                                                                                 
11:30AM – 1:15PM in Spirit Square with Celtic logger Doug Folkins. Bring your lunch!!
Woman Empowering Women                                                                                                        250-286-1327
In the Royal Coachman carriage room from 5:30 to 9pm: networking and dinner with a keynote speaker. Presented by CR Business & Professional Women’s Network (info@bpwn.org)
2 Dope Boys in a Cadillac                                                                                                               Come out for a rambunctious night of spoken word poetry with Johnny MacRae and shayne avec i grec from Vancouver – this is a free event! 7:00pm to 9:00pm at Shot in the Dark cafe.  

Wednesday, August 28th     
Kitty’s Comedy Night                          
Kitty's Comedy Night is back at Coasters Bar+Bistro at Chances Playtime in Campbell River. Kitty's guest comedians are Ryan Paterson and Chris James. There are a few seats available - You can reserve a table of 4 for $50 (you'll receive $20 in slot play) or single seats for $15 each ($5 free slot play) in person at Chances Playtime. Ask for assistance at the front desk. There's limited seating so don't be disappointed! 19+ to attend.
Coastal Black Music & Fine Dining                          
Call to reserve your spot at Coastal Black Estate Winery’s three-course meal with live music by Luke Blue Guthrie. Smoked Salmon Crostini, Rosemary Dijon Crusted Lamb Rack with Wild Chantrelle Mushroom Ragu, and Berry Ambrosia Trifle. 5:30pm to 8:30pm, $45 per person, or book a table of 4 for $160: includes a glass of Coastal Black’s wine.

Thursday, August 29th    
99.7 River Concert
Come out to Evening Concerts in Spirit Square on Thursday nights, 7PM to 9PM! This week, the River Radio presents: ‘The Sweet Lowdown’, sweet harmonies from Victoria; bring your lawn chair, bring the kids!
Suze Casey Book Signing
250-287-2336                                     www.cohobooks.com
Come to Suze Casey’s “Belief Re-Patterning” book signing and reading at Coho Books.  One of Hay House books’ new authors, Suze is returning to Coho Books by popular demand.  Solidly based in cognitive learning theory, educational psychology, and years of observation, this proactive technique developed by author and teacher Suze Casey rebuilds neural pathways and connections, allowing you to think, act, and feel differently.  Don’t miss this free event!

Friday, August 30th       
Quadrapalooza 2013                                                                                          
 This annual, weekend-long, family event takes place at the Quadra Island Community Centre and showcases a huge selection of diverse Canadian artists on multitude different stages. The 2013 festival will be a force of creative inspirations certain to make a memorable experience for all who attend. This year you can be sure to expect all the live music, painting, characters, puppets, juggling, dancing, crafts, clothes, vendors, food, refreshments and games one could ever hope for on an island in the spectacular setting of the Discovery Islands. Weekend passes are now on sale at:
- Hummingbird Office & Art Supply (Quadra)
- Music Plant (Campbell River)
- Hub City Cycle (Nanaimo)
- & now through Paypal (visit the Quadrapalooza web site)
Single day passes will be sold at the gate during the festival. Children 12 and under are free, weekend passes are $45; gates open at 4pm on Friday and 11am on Saturday and Sunday.
Ribbon Cutting & BBQ                                                                                        
250-287-9234
 The Strathcona Regional District is celebrating the completion of the Rod Brind’Amour Arena upgrades! Join them at 12 noon in the lobby for a ribbon cutting and BBQ.

Saturday, August 31st      
Puppet Theatre                                                                                        
250-287-3103
Every Tuesday and Saturday with two shows daily: 10:30AM and 1:30PM. The shows will run through July and August and cost $2 per person (under 3 are free!). The old gang will take to the stage once again, with featured appearances by Peter Puget, Lord Bacon, and even Captain Vancouver. The shows are 20 minutes long and will be followed by a themed craft. Call the museum for more info or e-mail summer.programs@crmuseum.ca .
Divers Lake (Level 2: intermediate hikers)
Meet at 9am at the Wilderness Centre for this 5 hour hike with Steve and Marlene Smith. Dogs on leach OK. Pre-register with coordinator@strathconapark.org or call 250-650-4304  
11th Annual Artisans Festival                                                                                  250-338-6901                                                     www.woodlandgardens.ca
Food, Music, and so much more at Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens this Saturday/Sunday (10am-5pm) and Monday (10am-4pm). Painters, pottery, unique art, forms, photography, garden art, wrought iron, sculptures, jewellery, furniture, glass, fabric – expect to see it all! Admission $10.
Trial Dragon Boat Paddles                                                                                            
250-286-1161      250-923-7911
If you’re between 13 and 17 years old, now’s the time to take a chance and try dragon boating! The CR Rec Department is offering two trial dragon boat paddles (Aug 31st and Sept 7th) after which youth have the opportunity to sign up for a three-week clinic from September 14th to 28th. Dragon boating is the fastest-growing water sport in the world today and anyone can participate. It’s an inclusive sport that promotes team spirit, friendship, excitement and competition. For more info call the Community Centre or Sportsplex, or check out the guide online at www.campbellriver.ca (under ‘residents’).

Sunday, September 1st      
Show ‘N Shine
North Island Cruisers put on their 21st annual Show’n’Shine (Labour Day Sunday!!) from 8am till 2pm on Shoppers Row and Tyee Plaza. Shoppers Row will be closed between 13th Ave and St. Ann’s Road between 7am and 4pm.

Upcoming Events to Note
September 7th – Rotary Club 1st Annual Book Sale
September 7th – 3rd Annual Volunteer Fair @ Spirit Square
September 7th – 10th Annual Women for Women Trail Mix Challenge
September 8th – Paws for a Cause @ Nunn’s Creek Park
September 15th - Terry Fox Run (5km)
September 15th – 2013 VIMX Championship Series (Round 11)
September 21st - Frogger 15km Race                            www.greenwaystrust.ca
September 21st – Fishing Derby @ Robert’s Lake Resort

Ongoing Happenings to Remember
Pier Street Farmers Market & Arts Fair: It’s back!! CR Fishing Pier lot, 10am-2:30pm. Every Sunday, May-September. Call 203-1399 for more information.  

Quadra Island Farmer’s Market and Bazaar: Saturdays at the Quadra Community Centre 10am to 2pm. Arts, crafts, veggies and more! For more information call Michelle @ 250-285-3747.

Lazer Tag: Drop in Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30-7pm @ Strathcona Gardens Recreation Complex. $9.50 per person. To book your party, phone 250-287-9234 ext. 232

Centennial Pool Now open for the summer with themed swims every Wednesday including games and prizes 2:30 to 4PM Call 250-923-1600 for details!

CR Sea Kayaking Club Easy evening group paddles running April thru September. For more information call John Gubbels at 250-203-9953.

CR Skipping Club Skip with friends & family, share games and ideas every Wednesday. Great exercise and SO MUCH FUN! Anyone aged 8 and above – no experience necessary and FREE! Register with Beth @ 250-923-1600 or email her at elizabethmcgrath007@gmail.com

Texas Hold’em: Every Monday night at the Willow Neighbourhood Pub is Texas Hold’em. For more information please call 250.923.8311.

Song Circle:  An evening of informal music at the Community Centre in the lounge (second floor, enter via rear doors) every Friday from 7pm-9pm.                                                                                         

Live Music: Dance and have fun every Friday night the HBI Pub at the Heriot Bay Inn has a live band (and a dance floor waiting for you). The band is sometimes local (and always awesome) check out www.heriotbayinn.com  and look for the events page to see upcoming bands. Bands start at 9 pm.

Misty Fin’s Open Mic Hosted by Lucas Antoni & Mitch Mussenden from ‘How Could I?’ Every Thursday night at 6:30PM. 250-287-4320.

Open Mic: Get on stage and rock out with a supportive audience… come to Open Mic at the HBI Pub (Heriot Bay Inn) Saturday evenings. Bring your instrument and/or voice and get up and perform… or be a supportive audience member.                                                                                                            

Meaningful Media Night: Opportunity to watch meaningful movies with others, followed by a discussion and sharing of a meal. 3rd Monday of the month. To register or for more info call 250-830-0171. Robron Centre ~ Immigrant Welcome Centre Activities Room 3:30 – 8:30PM.                      

Drop In Meditation: Drop in, one hour meditation (guided if requested), every Tuesday evening at 7pm, at Ocean Resort (downstairs at the retreat centre). No reservations, no charge, donations for the food bank welcome. Come 10 minutes early, so we can start on time. Contact us at 250-923-4281, or info@oceanresort.ca                                                                                                                                               
All Levels Kripalu Yoga: Thursdays at Ocean Resort 6:15 pm to 7:45 pm - Build on the basic postures and explore some advanced asanas to build strength and endurance. Use Pranayama techniques (breathing exercises) to delve into the vibrations of the body. Discover an open mind to sensations in the body as we hold postures beyond our initial desire to release. Open to all levels, but best if you know the basics. $15.                                                                                                                 

Legion: Come down to the Legion at 301 - 11th Avenue, on Fridays for Fish and Chips, good company, free bingo, meat draws and paddle draws.  Come early and stay late for Kerry’s Kerry Okee.  Saturday is steak night. See you there!  For more information please contact 250.286.4671.                        

Paramount Music Hall: 250-286-1841. DJ Just Rob, Thursdays, no cover before 11pm. Fridays – he’s back with your dance requests at 10pm. DJ Tommy G (your request guru) Tuesday night at the Hall – no cover! Free pool! New Karaoke – Wednesdays, hosted by David Tancon at the Paramount Music Hall. 10pm on the main stage with full sound, lights and DJ Tommy G.                                              

Saratoga Speedway : Rain or Shine! Every Saturday - Gates open at 5:30, Racing at 7pm – look forward to Brian Sullivan Memorial, bomber cars, IMCA modifides, dwarf cars, and ore!SaratogaSpeed-Way.bc.ca  

Rock n’Bowl:  Every Friday night at Campbell River Bowling Centre from 9pm to 12am. 250-286-1177

Open Mic Night: Every Friday night at Serious Coffee in Willow Point is open mike night from 7:00 – 9:00pm. All levels of ability are welcome! 250-923-1312                                                                                                   

Prime Rib Buffet – Every Sunday at the Royal Coachman. For reservations please call 250.286.0231.

C.R. Healing Room: Open from 11am-1pm, Mondays, weekly. Confidential prayer - no charge or appointment. 684 Island Highway; 250-923-2312.                                                                        

Toastmasters Meeting: Every Wednesday at 7pm in Room 1 at the Community Centre. Guests are more than welcome to drop in. Please use the afterhour’s entrance located at the back stairwell.

The Campbell River Business & Professional Women's Network (BPWN): BPWN meets monthly on the fourth Tuesday for dinner, networking and education. 6-9 pm. Information at www.bpwn.org 

CR Social Planning Committee 3PM to 4:30PM at the Public Health Unit (2nd floor boardroom) in the Tyee Plaza. Meetings are usually the 2nd Thursday of the month. Everyone is welcome to join us at these meetings; if you are unable to attend and have ideas or comments please let Brenda Wagman know at wagmania@telus.net

Island Focus: CR Photo Club, meeting every 4th Thursday at the Sportsplex, 7PM. Call Grant Jones for more info (250-923-4792).

Gem & Mineral Club Meeting: Meetings of the Ripple Rock Gem and Mineral Club of Campbell River are held the 2nd Friday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in the Craft Room of the Community Centre, Campbell River (except July & August).  All interested persons are welcome to attend and learn more about the Club.

Linnaea Farm Lunch Tours Enjoy a tour of our lakeside farm and a seasonal feast featuring the meats, vegetables and fruits of our farm. Linnaea Farm Lunch Tours runs every Thursday, 10:30AM, July 4th through to September 19th, Cortes Island, $35 per person (RSVP required). Meet in the Linnaea parking lot, 1255 Seaford Road on Cortes. Call Graeme (250-935-6705), visit our website (www.linnaeafarm.org) or email us at linnaeafarmtours@gmail.com for more details.

Lost Families Found Volunteers available to help you with family tree research. Library located in the Maritime Heritage Centre. Monday 7-9, Tuesday 10-3, Wednesday 1:30-4. For more info contact Janice at 250-203-0585.

BBQ at the Beach Salmon has been a staple food of the natives of the Pacific Northwest for thousands of years.  Sandwiched between split cedar poles the salmon is cooked slowly over an open fire.  Enjoy traditionally cooked wild salmon at our beach side BBQ area every Wednesday evening during July and August. Visitors, travellers, drive-by diners and Lodge guests are all welcome!  BBQ at the Beach is $25, call 250-286-3122 for more details.

This publication is brought to you by the Campbell River Visitor Centre.
Please contact our office if you have an event you would like added to this publication.
Campbell River Visitor Centre
1235 Shoppers Row in the Tyee Plaza
250-286-6901

Saturday 17 August 2013

Discovery Passages

August 19th – 25th, 2013

This Week in Campbell River 
Monday, August 19th   
Mystery Garden Tours                           
286-1161
Weekly we will visit a wonderfully creative garden. These tours offer beautiful gardens, coffee, tea and goodies. Depart and return to the Community Centre.
University 101                              
1-800-715-0914
Get Ready, Get Set, Go! Call for more information on this prep-talk at North Island College.
Multi-Adventure Challenge Day-Camp                                
250-287-9234
Either swimming or skating combined with outdoor excursions and messy food challenges @ Strathcona Gardens.
Driftwood Creatures                              
250-285-3243
Use your imagination and bring dragons, birds, whales and more to life with paint and a piece of driftwood – then enter them into the Fall Fair! For ages 5 to 8 from 2pm – 3:30pm. All supplies included ($15).

Tuesday, August 20th
Puppet Theatre                                                                                        
250-287-3103
Every Tuesday and Saturday with two shows daily: 10:30AM and 1:30PM, $2 per person (under 3 are free!). Expect to see any of the old gang: Fred Nunns, Lord Bacon,   The shows are 20 minutes long and will be followed by a themed craft. Call the museum for more info or e-mail summer.programs@crmuseum.ca .
Lunch in the Square                                                                                                                 
11:30AM – 1:15PM in Spirit Square with Great Plains (Soul of Canada). Bring your lunch!!
Keep Calm and Enjoy Improv                                                                                                      ‘On the Mark’ Improv is doing a benefit performance for the CR Food Bank at Serious Coffee in Willow Point. Doors ‘open’ at 7pm; show at 7:30pm. There will be information on site regarding ‘On the Mark’ and their upcoming workshops being offered at the Tidemark in September. Cash donations and canned goods will be accepted.

Wednesday, August 21st    
Coastal Black: Music & Fine Dining
Live music and fine dining from 5:30 to 8:30 by reservation only. Platter to share is $40 per person, includes your choice of beer or wine and the musical stylings of Luke Blu Guthrie. Menu includes potato salad, bourbon baked beans, coleslaw, cornbread biscuits, slow smoked southwestern ribs, smoked chicken, and caramel pecan cheesecake!
Brain Scott Art Show @ Sybil Andrews’ Cottage
Showing afternoons from August 21st to 30th at Sybil Andrews Cottage (2131 South Island Hwy). Scott is donating a reproduction of his current painting of the Cottage as a fundraiser for the Arts Council. All proceeds go to kids programming. The reproduction shows the Willow Point Cottage - a panorama with a lot of artistic licence. With an eagle’s view from the cottage you can see Quadra Island, Cortes, the Lund Hotel, up Discovery Passage and the Coast Mountains, Gorge Harbor, Hollyhock, Squirrel Cove and Savary Island.  

Thursday, August 22nd   
99.7 River Concert
Come out to Evening Concerts in Spirit Square on Thursday nights, 7PM to 9PM! This week, the River Radio presents: ‘Tumblin Dice’, Victoria’s best live country band; bring your lawn chair, bring the kids!
Decorate Your Cake & Eat it, Too                               
250-285-3243
Cake decorating: hone your skills in this class and submit your masterpiece into the Fall Fair! 2:30 – 3:30pm, $15.

Friday, August 23rd       
Haig-Brown Croquet and Tea
250-287-3103
Old fashioned fun at Haig-Brown House from 1:30 to 4pm. Equipment, tea and crumpets provided – wear the best hat! Call to reserve.
The Bearclaw (23rd to 25th)                                           
jjudd@mountwashington.ca                                      www.bearclawinvitational.com
Some of the best freestyle mountain bikers competing for $35k and it’s free to watch! Registration, 4pm on Friday; official training on logged runs. Saturday, DH course is open to racers and training, registration closes at 4pm. Sunday – official Race Day! Free breakfast and lunch, race starts at 1:30pm with awards afterwards. E-mail Jeff Judd for more info.

Saturday, August 24th     
Ride for Jeneece  
250-204-4064                     250-287-8807
Leaves Campbell River at 12 noon from The Quinsam Hotel. All net proceeds will be donated to the Children’s Health Foundation’s Jeneece Place. Registration donations are tax deductible. Join the adventure of the Vancouver Island roads, riding the 28 to Gold River. Entertainment by the Boondocks, door prizes and silent auction at ‘Pipers on the Ridge’ Pub and Restaurant (Accommodation and meal packages available). Call for more information. $25 to Register: online (just google “ride for jeneece”) OR on the day at Weaver's Leather or the Quinsam Hotel.    
Puppet Theatre                                                                                        
250-287-3103
Every Tuesday and Saturday with two shows daily: 10:30AM and 1:30PM. The shows will run through July and August and cost $2 per person (under 3 are free!). The old gang will take to the stage once again, with featured appearances by Peter Puget, Lord Bacon, and even Captain Vancouver. The shows are 20 minutes long and will be followed by a themed craft. Call the museum for more info or e-mail summer.programs@crmuseum.ca .
Hairtrigger Lake (Level 2: intermediate hikers)
Meet at 8am at the Wilderness Centre for this 18km (8 hour) outing focusing on nature and photography.
Ladybug Release
250-287-1625
The CR compost education centre will be welcoming thousands of ladybugs to our organic gardens to get rid of the common pests without the use of pesticides or chemicals. Join us for some fun in the gardens and remember to bring your camera! 11am at 228 South Dogwood Street.
Rotary Duck Dip
duckdip.ca
Fundraiser for community projects at Centennial Pool, 11am. Duck dip begins at 3pm ($10 a duck – thrown into the pool and scooped whilst blind-folded). Plus! Free swim for kids, BBQ, face painting, bounce-a-rama, fishing pond with prizes, storm hockey team with hockey shoot and a petting zoo.
Clay Creations                                                                                           
250-286-1161
Work with clay and make an awesome wall plaque! At the Community Centre, room 2 for adult with Child 6 years and up; $30 for 2, 10am to 12pm.
All the World Lives Here                                                                                               
www.spiritsquare.ca
Celebration of multi-culturalism in our fair city, at Spirit Square.

Sunday, August 25th     
Hospice Summertime Raffle - Draw Date!
250-286-1121
Campbell River Hospice Society Summer Time Raffle is coming to a close – Final chance to get tickets between 10am and 3pm at the Pier Street Farmers Market ($5 each – must be 19 or older). The draw will also take place at the Farmers Market: first prize is $10,000, second prize is a Porter Cable Cordless Combo Kit, and third prize is a Keurig Elite Brewing System.
Divers Lake (Level 2: intermediate hikers)
Meet at 9am at the Wilderness Centre for this 6 hour moderate-strenuous outing let by Steve and Marlene Smith. Pre-register with coordinator@strathconapark.org .
Discovery Passages Boat Rodeo
Fun-filled, free, public event in the waters next to Robert Ostler Park. Exciting for all ages, it will include kayak demos, blind dingy races, rope demos, bathtub races, static displays, and so much more!
Historic Boat Tour (Hardwicke & Yorke Island)    
Departing at 9:30am, this boat cruise out of Kelsey Bay will take passengers over to Hardwicke Island, around Yorke Island and up to Port Neville. Complete with a heritage interpreter from the Museum and a light picnic lunch, call the museum to reserve a spot for $130. 

Upcoming Events to Note
August 26th – Movie Magic: Summer Film Camp         Register @ 250-286-1161
August 28th – Kitty’s Comedy Night @ Chances
September 1st – Show ‘N Shine
September 7th – Rotary Club 1st Annual Book Sale
September 7th – 10th Annual Women for Women Trail Mix Challenge
September 8th – Paws for a Cause @ Nunn’s Creek Park
September 15th - Terry Fox Run (5km)
September 15th – 2013 VIMX Championship Series (Round 11)
September 21st - Frogger 15km Race                               www.greenwaystrust.ca
September 21st – Fishing Derby @ Robert’s Lake Resort


Ongoing Happenings to Remember
Pier Street Farmers Market & Arts Fair: It’s back!! CR Fishing Pier lot, 10am-2:30pm. Every Sunday, May-September. Call 203-1399 for more information.  Get your tickets for the Rotary Duck Dip!

Quadra Island Farmer’s Market and Bazaar: Saturdays at the Quadra Community Centre 10am to 2pm. Arts, crafts, veggies and more! For more information call Michelle @ 250-285-3747.

Lazer Tag: Drop in Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30-7pm @ Strathcona Gardens Recreation Complex. $9.50 per person. To book your party, phone 250-287-9234 ext. 232

Centennial Pool Now open for the summer with themed swims every Wednesday including games and prizes 2:30 to 4PM Call 250-923-1600 for details!

CR Sea Kayaking Club Easy evening group paddles running April thru September. For more information call John Gubbels at 250-203-9953.

CR Skipping Club Skip with friends & family, share games and ideas every Wednesday. Great exercise and SO MUCH FUN! Anyone aged 8 and above – no experience necessary and FREE! Register with Beth @ 250-923-1600 or email her at elizabethmcgrath007@gmail.com

Texas Hold’em: Every Monday night at the Willow Neighbourhood Pub is Texas Hold’em. For more information please call 250.923.8311.

Song Circle:  An evening of informal music at the Community Centre in the lounge (second floor, enter via rear doors) every Friday from 7pm-9pm.                                                                                         

Live Music: Dance and have fun every Friday night the HBI Pub at the Heriot Bay Inn has a live band (and a dance floor waiting for you). The band is sometimes local (and always awesome) check out www.heriotbayinn.com  and look for the events page to see upcoming bands. Bands start at 9 pm.

Misty Fin’s Open Mic Hosted by Lucas Antoni & Mitch Mussenden from ‘How Could I?’ Every Thursday night at 6:30PM. 250-287-4320.

Open Mic: Get on stage and rock out with a supportive audience… come to Open Mic at the HBI Pub (Heriot Bay Inn) Saturday evenings. Bring your instrument and/or voice and get up and perform… or be a supportive audience member.                                                                                                            

Meaningful Media Night: Opportunity to watch meaningful movies with others, followed by a discussion and sharing of a meal. 3rd Monday of the month. To register or for more info call 250-830-0171. Robron Centre ~ Immigrant Welcome Centre Activities Room 3:30 – 8:30PM.                      

Drop In Meditation: Drop in, one hour meditation (guided if requested), every Tuesday evening at 7pm, at Ocean Resort (downstairs at the retreat centre). No reservations, no charge, donations for the food bank welcome. Come 10 minutes early, so we can start on time. Contact us at 250-923-4281, or info@oceanresort.ca                                                                                                                                               
All Levels Kripalu Yoga: Thursdays at Ocean Resort 6:15 pm to 7:45 pm - Build on the basic postures and explore some advanced asanas to build strength and endurance. Use Pranayama techniques (breathing exercises) to delve into the vibrations of the body. Discover an open mind to sensations in the body as we hold postures beyond our initial desire to release. Open to all levels, but best if you know the basics. $15.                                                                                                                 

Legion: Come down to the Legion at 301 - 11th Avenue, on Fridays for Fish and Chips, good company, free bingo, meat draws and paddle draws.  Come early and stay late for Kerry’s Kerry Okee.  Saturday is steak night. See you there!  For more information please contact 250.286.4671.                         

Paramount Music Hall: 250-286-1841. DJ Just Rob, Thursdays, no cover before 11pm. Fridays – he’s back with your dance requests at 10pm. DJ Tommy G (your request guru) Tuesday night at the Hall – no cover! Free pool! New Karaoke – Wednesdays, hosted by David Tancon at the Paramount Music Hall. 10pm on the main stage with full sound, lights and DJ Tommy G.                                              

Saratoga Speedway : Rain or Shine! Every Saturday - Gates open at 5:30, Racing at 7pm – look forward to Brian Sullivan Memorial, bomber cars, IMCA modifides, dwarf cars, and ore!SaratogaSpeed-Way.bc.ca  

Rock n’Bowl:  Every Friday night at Campbell River Bowling Centre from 9pm to 12am. 250-286-1177

Open Mic Night: Every Friday night at Serious Coffee in Willow Point is open mike night from 7:00 – 9:00pm. All levels of ability are welcome! 250-923-1312                                                                                                   

Prime Rib Buffet – Every Sunday at the Royal Coachman. For reservations please call 250.286.0231.

C.R. Healing Room: Open from 11am-1pm, Mondays, weekly. Confidential prayer - no charge or appointment. 684 Island Highway; 250-923-2312.                                                                        

Toastmasters Meeting: Every Wednesday at 7pm in Room 1 at the Community Centre. Guests are more than welcome to drop in. Please use the afterhour’s entrance located at the back stairwell.

The Campbell River Business & Professional Women's Network (BPWN): BPWN meets monthly on the fourth Tuesday for dinner, networking and education. 6-9 pm. Information at www.bpwn.org 

CR Social Planning Committee 3PM to 4:30PM at the Public Health Unit (2nd floor boardroom) in the Tyee Plaza. Meetings are usually the 2nd Thursday of the month. Everyone is welcome to join us at these meetings; if you are unable to attend and have ideas or comments please let Brenda Wagman know at wagmania@telus.net

Island Focus: CR Photo Club, meeting every 4th Thursday at the Sportsplex, 7PM. Call Grant Jones for more info (250-923-4792).

Gem & Mineral Club Meeting: Meetings of the Ripple Rock Gem and Mineral Club of Campbell River are held the 2nd Friday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in the Craft Room of the Community Centre, Campbell River (except July & August).  All interested persons are welcome to attend and learn more about the Club.

Linnaea Farm Lunch Tours Enjoy a tour of our lakeside farm and a seasonal feast featuring the meats, vegetables and fruits of our farm. Linnaea Farm Lunch Tours runs every Thursday, 10:30AM, July 4th through to September 19th, Cortes Island, $35 per person (RSVP required). Meet in the Linnaea parking lot, 1255 Seaford Road on Cortes. Call Graeme (250-935-6705), visit our website (www.linnaeafarm.org) or email us at linnaeafarmtours@gmail.com for more details.

Lost Families Found Volunteers available to help you with family tree research. Library located in the Maritime Heritage Centre. Monday 7-9, Tuesday 10-3, Wednesday 1:30-4. For more info contact Janice at 250-203-0585.

BBQ at the Beach Salmon has been a staple food of the natives of the Pacific Northwest for thousands of years.  Sandwiched between split cedar poles the salmon is cooked slowly over an open fire.  Enjoy traditionally cooked wild salmon at our beach side BBQ area every Wednesday evening during July and August. Visitors, travellers, drive-by diners and Lodge guests are all welcome!  BBQ at the Beach is $25, call 250-286-3122 for more details.

This publication is brought to you by the Campbell River Visitor Centre.
Please contact our office if you have an event you would like added to this publication.
Campbell River Visitor Centre
1235 Shoppers Row in the Tyee Plaza
250-286-6901