EVENTS CALENDAR
DECEMBER 12th – DECEMBER 18th 2011
MONDAY Dec. 12
Open Stage Night: Every Monday night at Serious Coffee from 6-9pm. For more information please call 250-923-1312.
Mandy’s Movielicious Monday: At the Heriot Bay Inn – for more info please call 250-285-3322.
TUESDAY Dec. 13
*REMINDER* November 10 to December 24 – 11th Annual Christmas Arts & Craft Fair: Staff and volunteers at the Campbell River Art Gallery are busily decking the halls to prepare for the 11th Annual Christmas Arts and Crafts Market. The Victorian-themed Christmas Market opens Thursday, Nov. 10 from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. After 5 p.m. Nov. 10, the public is invited to stop by for a cup of hot apple cider and a Christmas treat while they spend some time browsing the beautiful boutique. With at least 21 new artisans featured, the Market will be bigger and better than ever and will provide Christmas shoppers with the opportunity to purchase quality handcrafts, support local artisans and support the Campbell River Art Gallery. The Market will be open from Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. until Christmas Eve. The Gallery is planning artisan demos every Saturday from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. during the Christmas Market, so make sure to stop in and see an artisan at work!
WEDNESDAY Dec. 14
4th Annual Enchanted Forest Auction: The Campbell River Hospital Foundation is proud to present the 4th Annual Enchanted Forest. This year’s proceeds from auctioning off the wonderfully decorated and gift-bearing trees will go towards the purchase of a fetal monitor for the maternity department. This year Santa has promised to visit during the event and we would like to invite parents and grandparents to bring their little ones and a camera to take free holiday pictures, and join us for the exciting tree auction night. From 6:30 – 8:30pm at Pioneer Home Hardware.
Jam Night: Every Wednesday evening a group of musicians sit around and share music in an informal, relaxed setting. Everyone is welcome to come and join in or just sit and listen at Serious Coffee from 6:30 – 8:30pm. For more information please call 250-923-1312.
THURSDAY Dec. 15
Allison Crowe's Campbell River “Tidings” w. The Zephyr: "Why music?" "Why breathing?" Expect plenty of holiday cheer, laced with overtones of Leonard Cohen, Joni Mitchell, and The Beatles when Allison Crowe brings "Tidings". Featuring: The "Zephyr" from the Campbell River Children’s Choir with director Barbara Prowse, AD Jennifer Abbott & Judy Melny. To aid Campbell River Hospice Society & CR Food Bank. Concert: Thursday, December 15 @ 7:00 pm (Doors: 6:00 pm) St. Peter's Anglican Church, 228 S Dogwood, Campbell River. Tickets are $20/adult, $15/student and seniors. For more information please call Ron at 250-923-6972. http://www.allisoncrowe.com/CampbellRiverTidings15122011.html
Small Business Holiday Party Night: Salmon Point Restaurant and Bar is hosting their 3rd annual small business holiday party night December 15th and will feature a fabulous buffet, music and dancing. Cost is $23.95 each. Bus transportation available. Everyone welcome. Reserve now to ensure space. Contact Brenda at 250.923.7272. http://www.salmonpointrestaurant.com/
Timberline Christmas Tree Sale December 15 to 21: Timberline 2012 grads will be selling Christmas trees at Discovery Foods to raise money for their dry grad festivities. Trees are $30.00ea. Pre-sales are welcome by calling Tricia at 923-7646. Please come out and support the Timberline Grads of 2012.
FRIDAY Dec. 16
Stuff Your Face – Extreme Teen Swim: Admission includes pizza, weird eating challenges, cheeto head race and other crazy messy fun! Come prepared to get covered in goo - complementary shower included! For ages 11-17. Admission is $6. 7-9pm at Strathcona Gardens. For more information please call 250.287.9234.
Storm Game: Bring the whole family out to cheer on the Campbell River Storm as they take on the Comox Valley Glacier Kings. Pick drops at 7:30pm sharp! Go Storm! Adult tickets only $10.
The Jagsters: At the Heriot Bay Inn by popular demand. For more info call 250-285-3539.
SATURDAY Dec. 17
Christmas Bake Sale: Support the River Spirit Dragon Boat Team! Christmas Bake Sale from 10-4pm at the Campbell River Common. For more info call 250-923-4414.
Christmas Lego Day: The Museum will host another fun filled challenging Lego Day! The challenge will be to build something full of magic and mystery. Cost is $5. 1-2:30pm at the Museum. For more information please call 250.287.3103.
Xmas Ice Coloring Contest: Paint your favorite Christmas scene or characters on the leisure ice. Paints and colored felts will be provided. Cool prizes for the top 3 drawings in each age category and candy canes for all. Cost is regular admission. 1:30-4:30pm. For more information please call Strathcona Gardens at 250.287.9234.
Christmas Dance & Potluck Dinner: Campbell River Filipino-Canadian Cultural Association annual Christmas dance and potluck dinner. Prizes will be available to win! Tickets are $12, $6 for seniors. Call Minda at 250-923-1771 for tickets. Doors open at 5:00pm.
Christmas Dinner – Bethany Lutheran Church: Bethany Lutheran Church invites you to share a free Christmas dinner with them. This event will take place at the church at 5:00pm. For more information call 250-287-7771.
Ryan’s Family Pizza & Movie Night: Spend the evening floating in the leisure pool watching a family movie. Bring your inner tubes or other pool toys to float on. Admission is $6 per person or $15 per family. Admission includes 2 slices of Ryan's Pizzeria Pizza, a drink and ice cream cones. 6-8pm at Strathcona Gardens.
Fire Victims Fundraiser: In support of the Dyck family whose lives changed due to a devastating house fire in late November. This event will feature complimentary Pole Dance, Zumba and Burlesque Body Sculpt classes, by donation only. There will be a silent auction, with items for bidding donated by: Superstore, Royal Coachman, Chain Link Clothing, Designer Tips, Willows Market, Tupperware, Epicure, Party Lite and many more! Appies for the night compliments of Acropolis Kuizina. There will also be a bake sale just in time for Christmas. If interested in donating items to this auction contact Robynne at The Vertical Gym , 250-286-6670. 6-9pm.
December 17 & 18 – 6th Annual Christmas Cruise
Sixth annual Christmas cruise aboard the M.V. Columbia III. Join us for a two hour cruise of the Discovery Passages. Two sailings leaving both day from the Discovery Harbour Marina, 10am &2pm. By reservation only. Contact us at 250.202.3229 or info@mothershipadventures.com. Admission by donation.
Atom Hockey Tournament: All weekend at Strathcona Gardens. For more info call 250-850-0056.
SUNDAY Dec. 18
Pier Street Christmas Market: The Best assortment of Christmas crafts and gift ideas comes to the MARITIME HERITAGE CENTRE on the first three Sundays in December. 50 (plus) vendors! The Campbell River Children’s Choir will be entertaining us all on Sunday, December 4th and on Sunday, December 18th, which is one more reason to visit. Our admission is only $1 for adults and kids are free. The kitchen is open all day, so come for lunch. Bring a shopping bag to carry home your loot! 10:00am to 3:30pm. www.pierstreet.com
PeeWee Hockey Tourney: All weekend at Strathcona Gardens. For more info call 250-850-0056.
CR Legion Christmas Party: CR Legion Hall from 1 – 3pm. Kids and grandkids of Legion members, visits from Santa. For more info please call 250-286-4671.
Have an event you’d like us to post? Contact us at 250-830-0411 ext. 1 or e-mail info@visitorcentre.ca and we will be glad to add it to our listing!
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