Discovery Passages Events

SEPTEMBER 29th - OCTOBER 5th

Monday, September 29^th

• Wanderlust Film Series at the Campbell River Library. Whether you’re a travel hound or home bound, this eclectic variety of Travel Themed Films is designed to inspire and delight. Monday evenings at 6pm, beginning with “Samsara”. More info at 250-287-3655.

Tuesday, September 30^th   

• CR Fall Festival of Film: Boyhood; visit www.tidemarktheatre.com for tickets and information. Proceeds go back to the community. Individual tickets may be purchased at the door for $12 or get a pass for all five films (plus a series of shorts and draws) for $45! 

Wednesday, October 1^st

• The Pumpkin Patch at Shamrock Farm is officially open! Every day in October, 10am-5pm, U-pick pumpkins, corn/hay maze, hay rides, spooky pumpkin barn, witches brew café, evening events, pumpkin contests, bonfire pit, sweet treats and tricks, pumpkin pie, hot chocolate, spiced apple cider – it’s all available! Call 250-339-0477 for more information; birthday party packages and school tours available.

Thursday, October 2^nd

• 17^th Annual Travel Fair with Island Fever Travel and Cruise. ‘Walk around the world’ at the Maritime Heritage Centre, 5:30-8:30pm: Numerous door prizes, travel seminars and refreshments. Tickets are complimentary at Island Fever Office, or $5 at the door ($8 per couple); 250-287-3221 for details.

Friday, October 3^rd  

• Quadra Island Wild Mushroom Festival, October 3^rd – 5^th. Lecture and digital presentation with noted mycologist, Dr. Shannon Berch will take place Friday at 7pm at Herons. Find out more at www.qioutdoorclub.org or www.hariotbayinn.com or call 250-285-3322.

 Saturday, October 4^th  

• Team Generous Animation Screening & Premiere at the Tidemark Theatre, 7pm. This film will go to benefit all Habitat for Humanity affiliates across Canada and proceeds from the event will go towards the Hilchey Build project locally. Suggested donation of $10; 250-334-3777. 
• Super Saturday: Sculptural Panels. Inspired by exhibiting artist, John Schevers, build up a textured surface on a board to create a colourful, textural panel. 1-3pm at the Campbell River Art Gallery; 250-287-2261. 
• Come meet all of the CR Storm Junior B Hockey Players – they will be on site at Strathcona all afternoon during the public skate. Everyone Welcome! Regular Admission; 250-287-9234. 
• Writers’ workshop with the CR Arts Council featuring Jeanette Taylor and Annette Yourk at Sybil Andrews’ Cottage. Five bi-monthly sessions from October 4^th till November 29^th, Saturdays from 1pm-4pm. Register at 250-923-0213 ($130) or check out the instructors at www.thescibes.ca  
• Head down to Spirit Square, 11am-2pm, for a free BBQ, family entertainment and more as part of the “Protein for People” project; meet a variety of local clubs and organizations helping food bank clients. Email shegerm@gamil.com for more info or call 250-914-1188. 
• Celebrate autumn in the country at Coastal Black: Pumpkin Fest 2014. Visit the family farm and pick your own pumpkin, rain or shine! Also features a hay bale maze, festive fall games, friendly barnyard animals and the Pumpkin Photo Booth!  10am-4pm; Open every weekend in October until the 26^th. Call 250-337-8325 for more information. 
• Mushroom Festival continues on Quadra; 250-285-3322.

Sunday, October 5^th  

• Pumpkin Fest 2014 at Coastal Black; 250-337-8325 
• Mushroom Festival continues on Quadra; 250-285-3322. 
• Bliss Gowns & Events will be travelling from Nanaimo and bringing their dresses to you this time! LOTS of gowns and cocktail dresses too, will be made available at the Coast Discovery Inn between 10am and 4pm for the big Prom Dress SALE; including designers La Femme and Sherri Hill. Visit www.bybliss.com for more info or call 1-250-591-0550. 
• Fall writers series, hosted by the Museum at Campbell River, featuring Jeanette Taylor and Annette Yourk with their popular five-part nonfiction course. The sessions will be held Sunday afternoons, 1pm-4:15pm, between October 5^th and November 2^nd. Register at 250-287-3103. 
• Motocross 2014 VIMX Fall Series Round 4; www.campbellrivermx.com 
• FREE Family Fun Swim (All Ages!) at Strathcona Gardens, 12:30-4pm. 250-287-9234

UPCOMING

October 10^th – Friday night at the Movies at Strathcona Gardens; 250-287-9234

October 16^th – Toopy and Binoo: Fun and Games at the Tidemark Theatre; www.tidemarktheatre.com

October 17^th-19^th – Browns Bay 13^th Annual Chum Derby

October 19^th – Zombie Escape 4km obstacle course at the Sportsplex