Saturday, 18 October 2014

Discovery Passages Events




OCTOBER 20th - 26th

Monday, October 20th        

  • 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 evening at 6pm: “Outsourced”. More info at 250-287-3655. 
  • Hudson’s Farm is Open daily in October, 11:30am-5pm; come pick your special pumpkin and other thanksgiving vegetables, too! 3205 North Island Highway. 
  • The Pumpkin Patch at Shamrock Farm is 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.

Tuesday, October 21st

  • Many Paths to a Dream: Diana Stevan has worked as a family therapist, CBC TV sports writer broadcaster, teacher, model and actress, but her big dream has always been to write a novel. “A Cry from the Deep” is a romantic mystery/adventure story, and Diana will be reading from it at the book launch, 6:30pm at the Campbell River Library, as well as talking about her self-publishing journey with Trevor McMonagle.   Q & A to follow!   
  • Open Studio: Life Drawing. This is a non-instructional program designed for those who wish to practice their figure drawing skills. Bring along your drawing/painting materials and the gallery will provide the art model! Tuesdays from 6:30-9pm until November 11th. Drop in for $12.50 (GST included). Call 250-287-2261 for more information. 
  • Join local naturopathic doctors for the screening of 2011 tiff film “Pink Ribbons, Inc.” followed by a panel discussion to raise awareness for breast cancer. 7-9:30pm in the Lounge at the Campbell River Community Centre. Suggested $10 donation – all proceeds go to Ottawa Integrative Cancer Centre research.

Friday, October 24th       

  • The CR Art Gallery presents the award-winning film “Herb & Dorothy”. The incredible true story of a postal worker and a librarian who built a wold-class art collection. Tickets are $20, available at the Tidemark Theatre. Doors open at 6pm, reception at 6:30pm, film begins at 7:30pm. The night will also feature a contemporary art exhibition, wine, wearable art, door prizes and more! 
  • Pool Party Mayhem (Teen Swim)! $6 admission includes snacks, challenges, pool games and prizes – for grades 6 and up. For more info call 250-287-9234. 
  • Fall Home Expo 2014 at the Sportsplex – experience the newest and best of everything for the home all at one location in 3 action-packed days! Friday 1pm-6pm; www.homeshowtime.com 
  • Pumpkins for Polio Auction at the CR Men’s Club – painted/carved by local artists.

Saturday, October 25th   

  • Hallowe’en at the Museum! Spooky lego from 1-2:30pm (kids can choose from the Museum’s huge collection to make the scariest creations possible), $5 per child. Then from 2-4pm, explore the exhibits, complete with eerie visions and creepy sounds, and find surprises around every corner! Be sure to visit the genuine gypsy fortune teller and stop by the theatre for story-telling! Just a toonie for admission; 250-287-3103. Sunday, too! 
  • Inclusion is co-hosting an evening of great music at the Community Centre with special guest performer Blaine Waldbauer. All funds raised go to the Homeless in Campbell River. 7-9:30pm; admission by donation with refreshments available. 
  • Vampire & Werewolf themed party (ages 6-12) at Strathcona Gardens. Skate, dance, sing karaoke and lip sync to your favorite themed tracks, including songs from Teen Wolf, Vampire Diaries & the Twilight Saga. There will also be TV/movie trivia games! Skate rentals and pizza included in admission: $10. Call 250-287-9234 for more info. 
  • Slopstacle Fun for all ages at Strathcona Gardens, 2-4pm; 250-287-9234. 
  • Harbour Grill fundraising dinner for Breast Cancer Research. 50% of dinner cost and tips will go towards Research. Reserve at 250-287-4143 or visit www.harbourgrill.com 
  • Fall Home Expo 2014 at the Sportsplex  continues: 9:30am-5:30pm; www.homeshowtime.com 
  • Pumpkin Fest 2014 at Coastal Black; open every weekend in October, 10am-4pm, until the 26th. Call 250-337-8325 for more information.

Sunday, October 26th  

  • Haunted Barn at Balance Equestrian Centre from 3-5pm; Pony rides 3:30-5pm for $5 or $8 for both! 2105 Shetland Road; 250-202-3105. 
  • Hallowe’en Lego Fun and Haunted House at the Museum; 1-4pm. 250-287-3013. 
  • Fall Home Expo 2014 at the Sportsplex  continues: 10am-4pm; www.homeshowtime.com 
  • Pumpkin Fest 2014 at Coastal Black; 250-337-8325


 UPCOMING
October 29th – Halloween Fun Swim at Strathcona Gardens for $2! 6:30-8pm
October 29th+ - “Noises Off” by Michael Frayn presented by River City Players; 250-286-1612
October 29th-31st – Downtown BIA Pumpkin Walk.
October 31st – Halloween Party at the Royal Coachman.
October 31st – Halloween Party at the Quinnie
October 31st – Halloween Party at Heriot Bay Inn on Quadra Island.
November 1st – “Til Death: the Six Wives of Henry VIII” at Quadra Community Centre
November 1st – The Rocky Horror Picture Show at the Tidemark Theatre; 250-287-PINK
November 1st – Interactive comedy dinner show for the CR Genealogy Society
November 8th – Hospital Foundation’s annual Dinner & Dance ft. The Timebenders!

Friday, 10 October 2014

Discovery Passages Events



OCTOBER 13th -19th

Monday, October 13th        
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
  • Hudson’s Farm is Open daily in October, 11:30am-5pm; come pick your special pumpkin and other thanksgiving vegetables, too! 3205 North Island Highway. 
  • The Pumpkin Patch at Shamrock Farm is 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.

Tuesday, October 14th    

  • Campbell River Festival of Film continues at the Tidemark Theatre with “The Lunchbox”. Find out more at www.tidemarktheatre.com; 7pm-8:45 ($12). 
  • Open Studio: Life Drawing. This is a non-instructional program designed for those who wish to practice their figure drawing skills. Bring along your drawing/painting materials and the gallery will provide the art model! Tuesdays from 6:30-9pm until November 11th. Drop in for $12.50 (GST included). Call 250-287-2261 for more information.

Thursday, October 16th

  • The zaniness continues as best friends, Toopy and Binoo, return to the live stage with their brand new theatrical production, “Fun and Games”, at the Tidemark Theatre! The dynamic duo perfectly blends optimism, imagination and spontaneity in their quest to find the best game ever – the show integrates music, theatre, dance, puppetry and innovative multimedia technology to create an off-the-wall experience that will delight the entire family! Tickets at 287-PINK ($25); www.tidemarktheatre.com

Friday, October 17th      

  • Drum legend Terry Bozzio performs solo drum music on the world’s largest tuned drum and percussion set as he celebrates the 50th anniversary of his first drum lesson. Drawing from jazz, classical and ethnic percussion styles from around the world, ‘An Evening with Terry Bozzio’ is sure to enthrall you – 7:30pm at the Tidemark Theatre; 287-PINK for tickets ($32). 
  • The 13th Annual Chum Derby at Browns Bay (17th – 19th) with live entertainment in the evenings, lots of great fishing and prizes! www.brownsbayresort.com  

Saturday, October 18th

  • Super Saturday: Full Body Tracings. Recreate yourself – make a body double or twin by tracing around your actual body and dressing it up with tissue paper for a lively and colourful you. Free drop-in, 1-3pm at the Art Gallery; 250-287-2261. 
  • Discover Old Time Gospel Singing, 7pm at the Discovery Community Church (250 10th Ave). 
  • Brian Scott is hosting a workshop to raise money for scholarships at NIC Foundation. ‘Sketching for Travellers’ will look at awakening the senses to “see the world as child”. Please bring your own folding chair and park at the Black Creek General store. Scott’s studio is across the street at 8269 Island Highway, 10am-12pm. 
  • Used Book Sale, 10am-5pm, at the Tyee Plaza to support the Cancer Unit and Library. Contact Margaret to donate to the sale (250-923-1760). 
  • Gardeners Green Folk Club’s first house concert of the new season! William Pint and Felicia Dale present a lively program of exclusively maritime music. Seating is limited: call 250-337-5337 with enquiries and info on tickets. 
  • Pumpkin Fest 2014 at Coastal Black; open every weekend in October, 10am-4pm, until the 26th. Call 250-337-8325 for more information.

Sunday, October 19th

  • Can you survive the apocalypse? The ‘Zombie Escape’ 4km obstacle course will challenge your fitness, wit and ability to avoid hungry members of the undead. Finish the race with at least one of your flags attached to survive. Event will be held at Willow Point Park. Visit the Sportsplex or Community Centre to register ($10) or go to www.facebook.com/CampbellRiverZombieEscape  and volunteer as a zombie! 
  • 25th Anniversary of ‘the friendliest little road race on Vancouver Island’: the Miracle Beach 10K & 5K. The route is popular with beginner runners who are looking for a relaxed, fun event while seasoned runners love the flat, fast course for posting personal best race times. The race starts at 10am in the Miracle Beach Nature House parking lot. There is an early start for 10K walkers at 9:30am. After the main race there is the very popular 1K fun run for the kids, which is free (register on site). Following this the runners head to the beach for soup provided by Fusilli Grill, cookies, awards and draw prizes of pumpkins and pies! Contact crriverrunners@gmail.com for details. 
  • Canadian Country Music Star, George Canyon, is at the Tidemark Theatre with a ‘Decade of Hits’ accompanied by Jordan McIntosh; www.tidemarktheatre.com  
  • Pumpkin Fest 2014 at Coastal Black; 250-337-8325



UPCOMING
October 21st – Book launch for Diana Stevan’s debut novel, A Cry from the Deep, at the CR Library
October 22nd+– “Noises Off” by Michael Frayn presented by Rivercity Players
October 24th – Fall Home Expo 2014 at the Sportsplex; www.homeshowtime.com
October 25th – Halloween Howl at Black Creek Community Centre; pre-register at 250-339-2255
October 26th – Haunted Barn at Balance Equestrian Centre; 250-202-3105

Friday, 3 October 2014

Discovery Passages Events



OCTOBER 6th - 12th 

Monday, October 6th

  • 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. “Encounters at the End of the World” More info at 250-287-3655. 
  • The Pumpkin Patch at Shamrock Farm is 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.

Tuesday, October 7th    

  • Open Studio: Life Drawing. This is a non-instructional program designed for those who wish to practice their figure drawing skills. Bring along your drawing/painting materials and the gallery will provide the art model! Tuesdays from 6:30-9pm until November 11th. Drop in for $12.50 or do all 6 sessions for $62.50 (GST included). Call 250-287-2261 for more information.

Friday, October 10th      

  • Friday night at the Movies at Strathcona Gardens. Enjoy a leisure skate and take in a family movie at the same time! 250-287-9234 for more details. 
  • In honour of this region’s fallen soldiers, the Museum, in partnership with CR’s Genealogy Society, will unveil ‘Our Cenotaph’. The exhibit will feature photographs and descriptions of the lives of those who volunteered for service in the First and Second World Wars and of their contributions to the war effort. Open House is from 4:30-6:30pm. For further information call 250-287-3103. 
  • ‘Gear Up For Winter’ Sale & Movie Screening at Mt Washington. Join us this Thanksgiving weekend for sweet deals and free fun! From the 10th-12th we will be open with awesome deals on winter apparel and equipment. Check out Saturday for Film Screening and Chairlift Rides!

Saturday, October 11th

  • PUMPKINFEST at Spirit Square, 11am-3pm. Pumpkin Carving Contest, Kids Games, Celebrity Seed-Spitting Contest and Live Music by Mission Hill Trio! 
  • Described as one of the most dynamic ensembles of its generation,  the Vancouver-based Borealis String Quartet would be a great Thanksgiving treat!! Opening the Quadra Cultural Committee’s 2014/15 season, 7:30pm at the Quadra Community Centre. Tickets available at the Music Plant in CR or call 250-285-3069 for details. www.borealisstringquartet.com 
  • ‘Gear Up For Winter’ Sale & Movie Screening at Mt Washington. Saturday at 3pm & 6pm we’ll be screening the stunning film ‘Almost Ablaze’ and offering Mile High Scenic Chairlift Rides from 12pm-3pm – all for FREE! 250-338-1386 for details. 
  • CR Garden Centre’s 20th Annual Pumpkin Contest – Bring e’m all, Big & Small! 11am-12pm with prizes for kids and adults. 
  • Pumpkin Fest 2014 at Coastal Black open every weekend in October, 10am-4pm, until the 26th. Call 250-337-8325 for more information.

Sunday, October 12th

  • Plan for a fun afternoon of crazy sports challenges at Strathcona Gardens for their Extreme Sports Challenge! Give bobsledding, speed-skating, ice soccer, ice golf, ice darts and ice skiing a try (Bring your helmet!). Regular admission – all ages welcome. 250-287-9234 for details. 
  •  ‘Gear Up For Winter’ Sale & Movie Screening at Mt Washington. 
  • Pumpkin Fest 2014 at Coastal Black; 250-337-8325


  HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

 

UPCOMING
October 16th – Toopy and Binoo: Fun and Games at the Tidemark Theatre; www.tidemarktheatre.com
October 17th-19th – Browns Bay 13th Annual Chum Derby
October 19th – Zombie Escape 4km obstacle course at the Sportsplex
October 22nd+– “Noises Off” by Michael Frayn presented by Rivercity Players