January 27th to April 22nd – “Working in the Woods Today” Museum Exhibit
‘Working in the Woods Today’ is a photographic exhibit showcasing the recent history of logging that will be on display at the Museum at Campbell River beginning January 27, 2012. Curated by local photographer and writer Hans Peter Meyer, this exhibition features superb images with informative text about the men and women working in BC’s coastal forest industry in the 21st century. The exhibition is part of a bigger project to produce a large format photo book about BC’s coastal forest industry.
Meyer says that there is an abundance of images from the "glory days of logging," but almost nothing has been published since the 1950s about the industry as a place where real men and women work (in remote locations, and often under dangerous conditions). Meyer grew up in the Comox Valley, and as a young man, worked in the woods and on the booms, and then for several more years in reforestation. In 2002, he started photographing the coastal forest industry, first for Truck Logger Magazine. Examples of his work can be seen at www.coastalforestindustryproject.com. Be sure to come and see these outstanding photos while there are here! An official opening of the exhibit at the Museum with Meyer will take place in February. For further information, call the Museum at 250-287-3103.
The upcoming Members’ Exhibition marks a very special moment in our history, when we celebrate the 30th anniversary of the show. The work of up to 80 regional artisans will be presented by CR Art Gallery and CR Arts Council, as a showcase of the local art scene. Join us for the excitement of opening night on March 16 at 7 p.m. www.crartgallery.ca
April 16th - Janine's Walk for Child Poverty
Local student JANINE ANNETT is walking from Port Hardy to Victoria to raise concern about CHILD POVERTY, both here and abroad. Stop by the Spirit Square between 10:30-11:30am and show your support!
April 16th - Proclamation of National Volunteer Week
On Monday, April 16th at 1:00 pm, Volunteer Campbell River would like to invite volunteers and volunteer coordinators to a Proclamation of National Volunteer Week and flag raising with Mayor Walter Jakeway along with the opportunity to take part in a community “Faces of Volunteerism” group photo at City Hall. This will be followed by a FREE lunch and volunteer appreciation cake to thank you for the wonderful work you do! Come on out, meet your neighbours and network with other volunteers as we celebrate! PLEASE RSVP by April 10th to 250-287-8111 or Louise@volunteercr.ca to help us prepare and plan for the event.
April 18th - Lunch & Learn ~ Being an Estate Executor
Relax over lunch and learn with Andy Leitch and Brian Shaw from Canaccord Wealth Management Group. Register by calling 250.286.1161. Cost is $6 and includes lunch. 12-1pm at the Community Centre.
April 18th - “Best Practices for Successful Volunteer Engagement” – Workshop
Volunteer Campbell River will host a second event in support of volunteerism with a “Best Practices for Successful Volunteer Engagement” workshop facilitated by Marjorie Driscoll. This workshop will highlight: Strategies For Strong Volunteer Management and How To Grow Your Volunteer Program. This workshop is ideal for volunteer coordinators, board members and staff working with volunteers. Workshop fees are $35.00 for member agencies of Volunteer Campbell River, $50. for non-members.
To register for the workshop or for more information please call 250-287-8111 or email louise@volunteercr.ca. Volunteer Campbell River would like to thank our sponsors of National Volunteer Week events including long time NVW supporters Investor’s Group and the City of Campbell River along with the Oyster Bay Resort.
April 18th - The Flavors of India ~ Cooking Class
Enjoy a night dedicated to a country full of flavor! Coast to coast we will prepare traditional sauces, appetizers and one dish main courses to inspire you to look to the spice pantry in a whole new light. Indian food is thoughtful and soul warming; we will be discovering new flavor combinations that will remain in your recipe collection for years to come. Registration required. For more information or to register please call Cheddar & Co. at 250.830.0244 or stop by the store.
April 19th - Broom Bash 2012
This year’s broom bash will be at Mryt Thompson Trail (Maple Street next to Campbell River) from 10:00am to 1:00pm. Coffee and timbits for volunteers. For more information or to register please call 250.287.3785.
April 19th – Sybil Andrews Day
The Campbell River Arts Council invites you to celebrate "Sybil Andrews Day". The children's choir from Ecole de Monde will perform at 1:15pm. Richard Calver, Andrew's Student will present a talk at 2:00pm focused on the linocut print "fleece". The mayor will cut the cake at 3:00pm. 1-4pm at the Cottage (2131 South Island Highway). Everyone welcome.
April 19th – Earth Week Film Festival
Join the City of Campbell River and School District 72 for an evening of fun, inspiring films. Doors at the Tidemark open at 6:30 pm. The feature film, the Clean Bin Project is an award winning documentary that follows Jen Rustemeyer and Grant Baldwin as they try to live consumer and waste-free, exploring the larger issues of garbage in North America. Featuring interviews with renowned artist, Chris Jordon and marine pollution expert, Captain Charles Moore, the film presents the serious topic of waste reduction with optimism, humour, and inspiration for individual action. Come discover what's involved in a competition where less is more! The evening will also include films from School District 72's Going for Green! Contest with awards presented by the Clean Bin Project's dynamic duo. A collection of community booths will be on display including the Compost Diva, Bike to Work Week, Greenways Land Trust, the Youth Action Committee and more... See you there! Admission by donation.
April 19, 20 & 21 – Used Bok Sale Fundraiser
The Chas Maria Chapter #76 order of the eastern star is holding a used book sale at the Tyee Plaza from 10-4pm each day. Proceeds to benefit the Campbell River Hospital Cancer Care Unit. If you have any good used books that your wish to donate please call Ev at 250.914.2295.
April 20 & 21 - Pub Fare with Flare ~ Salt Spring Island Ales' Beer Pairing Event
Dolphins Resort is hosting this wonderful event. Cocktails at 6:00pm, dinner at 7:00pm. $79 per person plus tax and includes dinner and beer pairing ales'. Reservations required. Please call 250.287.3077 for more information and reservations. To view the menu for the evening please visit www.dolphinsresort.com/special_events.
April 21st – Plant & Jumble Sale
Great buys on plants and garden accessories, huge jumble of garage sale treasures, homemade baking and crafts. 10-1pm at the Community Centre. Fundraiser for the 50+ programs.
April 21st - Campbell River Dragon Boat Society Open House
The Campbell River Dragon Boat Society is holding an Open House, Saturday April 21 from 10:00 - 11:30 at their Campbell River Common clubhouse to welcome all breast cancer survivors to meet the members of River Spirit, Campbell River's breast cancer dragon boat team. Whether recently diagnosed, in recovery or remission there is a place for you on our two boats. Hear about the pleasures of paddling on our beautiful estuary whether simply for the fun of it or to develop your strength and skills for festival racing. Check us out at www.riverspirit.ca or for more specific information teamriverspirit@gmail.com.
April 21st - 23rd Annual Smurf Classic
11:00am Shot Gun Start. Cost is $55 for members and $75 for non-members. Ticket includes green fees, dinner and prizes. Extra dinner tickets $20. Sign up as a team or individually. For more information or to sign up please contact Rob at 250.202.5050, Jim & Judy at 250.830.0647 or the pro shop at 250.287.4970.
April 21st – Super Hero for a Day ~ Strathcona Gardens
Swoop in and save the day as your favourite super hero. Use our spray toys to fight the aliens, fly like a superman on our underwater dolphins, take a ride on the SeaDoo batmobile and jump into another world in our mystical leisure pool. Kryptonite free snacks included. 12:30 to 2:00pm.This fun afternoon is for ages 3-7. Parents are encouraged to stay and play. Cost is regular admission. For more information please call Strathcona Gardens at 250.287.9234.
April 21st – Hot Dog Sale Fundraiser
The Pajama Partiers Relay For Life team is raising money for the Canadian Cancer Society, 10am-4pm at Save On Foods. Come out and support a worthy cause!
April 21st - Scrabble Tournament Fundraiser
The Campbell river Literacy Association is hosting a fundraising Scrabble Tournament.
Registration packages are available at Robron Centre or Coho books. 1-4pm at Robron Centre. For more information please visit www.literacyforall.ca.
Good ol’ gospel sing a long at Christian Life Fellowship Church located behind Quality Foods. 7pm at 445 Merecroft Road. See you there!
After leaving home, Donna settled in the small village of Thessalon, Ontario. She resided there for 3 years and was extremely successful with her small bakery business which she operated from her farm house situated on 160 acres of land.
She then moved to Sudbury to live and work with her sister. It was here that she was surprised and pleased to receive compliments from strangers commenting on how she looks like "Shania Twain". Even Shania Twain had commented that after seeing a poster of Donna, "I thought that was me!!! Donna is the best 'Shania Twain Tribute out there."
Donna put in countless hours practicing to sing like Shania, watching her videos over and over, studying to emulate her moves and the way she presented herself.
Donna met with an agent in the music business and after listening to her sing, and not to mention her uncanny resemblance to one of country music's most beautiful and successful women, it was obvious that Donna was about to embark on something that would change her life forever.
They worked to put a band together, practiced for a few months, and the rest is history. Donna has been on the road since March of 1996 as the most successful Tribute Act in Canada and throughout the United States and Europe. Tickets on sale now at the Tidemark Theatre Box Office for $31.50.
April 21st - Relay for Life Social Fundraiser
Hosted by the Stereo Fitness Heroes and Villains Relay for Life Teams. Featuring a Live DJ, Dancing, Silent Auction, Cash Bar and “Late Lunch”. Raffle for $600 Travel Voucher + 1 year Stereo Fitness membership ($1200 Value). Doors open at 8pm at the Eagles Hall. $15/person (cash only) Tickets available at Stereo Fitness - 151 Dogwood Street.
April 22nd – “Homeward Bound” – CR Singers
Campbell River Singers present "Homeward Bound" Sunday April 22nd at St. Peters Anglican Church with special guest Rodrigo. Tickets are available at Odyssey Computers or at the door. Adults $14, senior and students $12.
April 22nd – Facing Ali ~ CR Film Festival
All proceeds from this event go to benefit the Tidemark 25 Capital Campaign.
Muhammad Ali was arguably the greatest boxer of the 20th century, and that rare fighter whose presence in the culture of the day was equal to (or perhaps even greater than) his remarkable skills in the ring. Ali was a superb fighter who squared off against a variety of gifted athletes during his career, and filmmaker Pete McCormack offers a new perspective on Ali through this documentary, in which some of his opponents speak about their experiences with the man. Produced in association with Spike TV, Facing Ali was an official selection at the 2009 Los Angeles Film Festival. ~ Mark Deming, Rovi
Local filmmaker Ian Kerr's work has been recognized by a number of awards including a 2011 Emmy Award for Outstanding Cinematography and Gemini and CSC awards. Ian also recently shot Facing Ali which was shortlisted for an Academy Award for Best Documentary. His projects have taken him from the Ecuadorian Amazon to the ice floes of the Arctic to the thin air of the Argentenian Andes at 21,000 feet and beyond. Cost is $8. 7pm at the Tidemark Theatre.
Local filmmaker Ian Kerr's work has been recognized by a number of awards including a 2011 Emmy Award for Outstanding Cinematography and Gemini and CSC awards. Ian also recently shot Facing Ali which was shortlisted for an Academy Award for Best Documentary. His projects have taken him from the Ecuadorian Amazon to the ice floes of the Arctic to the thin air of the Argentenian Andes at 21,000 feet and beyond. Cost is $8. 7pm at the Tidemark Theatre.
Remember To’s:
Acoustic Jam: Every Tuesday night at 7pm at the Campbell River Lodge. Hosts Gerald and Maureen. See you there!
Jam Session: Every Thursday at the Elks Lounge, 516 South Dogwood Street, at 7:30 they are jammin’. Bring your instruments & friends. This evening is hosted by Pat Palmer of the Musician’s Trading Post.
“Around the World” Buffet: Every Thursday night at the Royal Coachman is Around the World Buffet night. Each week is a different theme. Call 250.286.0231 for more information and reservations.
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.
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.
Basic Kripalu Yoga: Thursdays at Ocean Resort 9 am to 10:30 AM - Great for beginners! Learn the fundamentals of a safe yoga practice: postures, alignment, breathing techniques and relaxation. This class is also suitable for more experienced students who want to slow down, tune in and get back to basics. $15
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.
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.
Open Mike Night: Every Friday night at Serious Coffee in Willow Point is open mike night from 7:00 – 10:00pm. All levels of ability are welcome!
Prime Rib Buffet – Every Sunday at the Royal Coachman. For reservations please call 250.286.0231.
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
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 :)
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