June 4th to June 10th

Hello again Campbell River, and welcome to another week as we slowly move closer to the summer months. It's finally June, which means things are really starting to pick up in town! Summer events seem to be starting this month, and it has become quite apparenent here at the Visitor Centre that tourist season has once again hit us. We couldn't be happier!
Here is a list of some of the events happening this week for you to get involved in:

Monday, June 4th:
The Carihi Music Competition Showcase will be taking place at the Paramount Music Hall from 6-9pm on Monday evening. This event is held in order to showcase all of the students' talents and works from over the year. All ages are welcome, and there will be NO liquor available. Tickets for the show will be $10 at the door, or $7 if you get them in advance from The Music Plant, Serious Coffee, or Moxies. All proceeds will go towards the Carihi music program equipment.
For more information, you can call Kyell at 250-926-0088.

The Little Big Band will be playing at the Royal Coachman beginning at 7:30pm Monday evening. This is an amazing band to experience, with a 5 piece sax section, a horn section including 3 trombones and 3 trumpets, a rhythm section including a guitar, piano and drums, and an amazing vocalist! There is a reason that this band has had so many great reviews!

Tuesday, June 5th:
The first Lunch in the Square will be held this Tuesday from 11:30 am to 1:15 pm! Bring your lunch down to the Spirit Square and get ready to welcome the band Cat & Cal Kalyniuk as they start off our summer music season!

It's Britches and Hose 1st year Anniversary, and they want you to come celebrate with them! Throughout the day they will be offering great sales on their retro clothing and accessories, as well as treats and cupcakes to munch on while you shop. Customers will also be given the opportunity to pop balloons for discounts of up to 50%! Live music will be performed by Cassidy Wogan and her guitar, and partial proceeds from the event will be donated to the Campbell River SPCA. For more information, you can call the store at 250-914-0914

Wednesday, June 6th:
The Campbell River Museum will be putting on an Intertidal Walk on Wednesday from 12-2pm. Join them for a fascinating exploration of the mysterious intertidal zone of Campbell River! Biologist Sandra Milligan will lead the journey up to the tip of Willow Point. The cost of this event is $15, and you can call the Museum to register at 250-287-3103.

Serious Coffee's weekly Jam Night will be once again taking place on Wednesday evening from 6:30 to 8:30pm at the Serious Coffee in Willow Point. Come join local musicians as they gather around to share their music in a relaxed, informal setting. Everyone is welcome to come join in or to just sit and enjoy. But remember, space is limited so make sure to arrive early! For more information on this event, you can call Serious Coffee at 250-923-1312.

Thursday, June 7th:
The Genealogy Society will be holding a meeting beginning at 7pm in the Maritime Heritage Centre Library. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Friday, June 8th:
There will be a Trinity Presbyterian Benefit Concert taking place on Friday night from 7:30pm to 9pm at the Trinity Presbyterian Church on Simms Road. In this show, Campbell River residents will be treated to a very special concert put on by 4 young pianists: Carter Johnson, and Ryan, Nathan, and Matthew Krell. The funds from the concert will go towards the church as it plans to expand its facilities. Admission for the event is by donation.

Tidemark will be holding their end of the year show, "Summer Heat,"  on Friday evening beginning at 7pm. This performance will be presented by Urban Dance Connection, and will include a variety of dance styles for guests to enjoy. Tickets for the show are $18.50 and can be bought at the Tidemark Theatre. This show will also be held on June 9th at 2 and 7pm.
For more information, you can call the Tidemark Theatre at 250-287-7465 or visit their website at http://www.tidemarktheatre.com/performance/summer-heat.

Brenda Hanson will be performing live at the Quinsam Hotel on Friday evening. For more information on the performance, you can give them a call at 250-286-9811.

Saturday, June 9th:
The Ripple Rock Gem and Mineral Club Show and Sale is back for another year! On Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 4pm, the club will be set up at the Timberline High School Gymnasium on Dogwood street just waiting for you to come by! The show is going to include:
-displays
-demos
-dealers (including jewelry dealers)
-a concession stand
-gold panning
-and soap stone carving
Visitors to the show are also encouraged to bring in a rock and "ask the experts!" You can find out more information on the show by logging onto the Ripple Rock Gem and Mineral Clubs' website at http://www.ripplerockgemandmineralclub.com/.

Photos courtesy of the Ripple Rock Gem and Mineral Club (2011)

The Campbell River Art Gallery will be holding another of their Super Saturday Art Classes this week from 1-3pm. This theme for this week is Light Catchers - celebrate longer brighter days by making a beautiful light catcher to hand in your window! Admission for the class is by donation, and children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. For more information on these classes, you can contact the Art Gallery at 250-287-2261.

Relay For Life is coming back to Campbell River for another year of fundraising, so gather your teams and find yourself some sponsers! This is an opportunity to join with thousands who have decided it is time to fight back at an event that celebrates cancer survivors, and honors loved ones who haven't made it. There will be plenty of laughter, fun, joy, and sorrow, but mostly a conviction that cancer can be kicked out of our lives and communities - if we act together! The money raised by participants will be invested into cancer research to save lives.

To register yourself or your team, please visit: http://www.relaybc.ca/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=480776 

The Daybreak Rotary Club's 3rd Annual Wine & Blues Festival will also be taking place on Saturday at the Martime Heritage Centre from 7-9:30pm. This event will feature wine tastings from up to 11 different wineries and appetizers to pair with your them. For entertainment, Juno winning Kenny "the Blues Boss" Wayne will be performing with special guests.

Tickets for this event are $50 and are available at the Campbell River Visitor Centre, the Coachman Liquor Store, and the Merecroft Liquor Store. Prepare yourselves for a great night!

The hard-hitting rock band "The Might One" will be performing live at the Paramount Hall on Saturday night with doors opening at 10pm. This staunt, gut-crushing rock band is based out of Vancouver and uses thick, powerful chords, virulent melodies, and strong lyrical themes to catch the attention of their audience. For more information on the show, you can either contact the Paramount at 250-287-8686 or on their website at http://www.paramountmusichall.ca/.

Sunday, June 10th:

The weekly Pier Street Farmers' Market will be taking place in the Maritime Heritage Centre parking lot on Sunday from 10am to 2:30pm. This is an open-air market, offering a wide selection of farm products, processed foods, an array of arts and crafts, and fun and entertainment. Customers can spend their Sunday morning at the market, enjoying a walk and ice cream on the Discovery Fishing Pier, or stroll the adjacent harbour where they can buy fresh seafood off the docks. You can check out the market's website at http://www.pierstreet.com/.

The Strathcona Gardens will be holding a Father's Day Swim Special this upcoming Sunday. Spend the afternoon with Dad at the pool! Admission is only a toonie for the event, and there will be prize draws in order to give dad a chance to win something. For more information, contact Strathcona Gardens at 250-287-9234.

As you can see, there is lots going on this week in Campbell River! (As there seems to be every week...) If you would like your event added to our blog, send us an email at info@visitorcentre.ca.

Enjoy your week!