As always, Campbell River has got you covered when it comes to 'things to do.' From music to puppets, events, and charities, you're in the right place! To prove it, here are a few of the things taking place this week:
Strathcona Gardens Recreation Centre will be putting on quite a few summer camps over the week for kids.
- The Little Rascals Hockey Camp will go from Monday to Friday, 9am to 11:30am. Throughout the week, kids age 3-5 will be taught basic hockey skills though the use of on and off ice training.
- Babysitter Super Star will run from 10am to 3pm Monday to Friday. This is a great opportunity for kids 11 or older to learn their Junior Lifeguard Skills as well as get their Red Cross babysitters certificate.
- Ice Quest will go from 1:30pm to 4pm, and is a learn to skate program for kids age 3-5+ years.
- The Multi Adventure Challenge Summer Camp runs from 10am to 3pm all week for kids ages 6-12+. This camp will include daily off-site excursions, swimming and skating, and a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
- For more information on any of these camps, you can contact Strathcona Gardens at 250-287-9234.
Tuesday, July 24th:
The Campbell River Museum will be putting on their Puppet Theatre at the Museum show on Tueday at both 10:30am and 1:30pm. Captain Vancouver and the gang invite kids to join them for a lively show based on real events from Campbell River's history. The show generally runs for 20 minutes, and is followed by a craft activity. The cost for the show is $2 per person, with children 3 years old and younger free.
Please feel free to contact summer.programs@crmuseum.ca or 250-287-3103 for more information.
There will be another Lunch in the Square performance this Tuesday from 11:30am to 1:15pm in the Campbell River Spirit Square. Performing this week is Roy Ashdown, a musician who proves to only get better with time. Pack your lunch and grab your lawnchairs, and head on down to listen to some great music while enjoying the weather!
Wednesday, July 25th:
Serious Coffee in Willow Point will be holding their weekly Jam Night on Wednesday eveing from 6:30pm to 8:30pm. This is a chance for musicians to sit around and share their music in an informal, relaxed setting, as well as for music lovers to gather for some local, lively music. Everyone is welcome to come down and either join in on playing or just sit back and listen to some tunes while enjoying a cup of coffee.
Thursday, July 26th:
It is World Hepatitus Day, and the Spirit Square will be marking the day by joining up with AIDS Vancouver Island to host a BBQ. Head down to support a great cause!
There will be another River Concert this week at the Campbell River Spirit Square, 7pm to 9pm. The Boom Booms, a Vancouver-based six-piece rock-pop band, has won a number of awards for their music and they have even been featured on Much More Music and an episode of 90210! Make sure you arrive early to find your seat, and get ready to enjoy a brilliant ensemble of world groove dance music!
Friday, July 27th:
There will be a Croquet & Tea at the Haig-Brown House on Friday afternoon, 1:30pm to 4pm. Travel back to a more regal time with a high society afternoon of tea, lemonade, crumpets, and a spirited match of croquet. The cost for the afternoon is $7 per adult, and $3 per child. If your groups consists of four adults or more, the cost is reduced to $6 each. For more information, please contact the museum at summer.programs@crmuseum.ca or 250-287-3103.
Saturday, July 28th:
The Campbell River Museum will be putting on their Puppet Theatre at the Museum show on Saturday at both 10:30am and 1:30pm. Captain Vancouver and the gang invite kids to join them for a lively show based on real events from Campbell River's history. The show generally runs for 20 minutes, and is followed by a craft activity. The cost for the show is $2 per person, with children 3 years old and younger free.
Please feel free to contact summer.programs@crmuseum.ca or 250-287-3103 for more information.
The Campbell River Pink Salmon Festival is going to be held this Saturday from 12pm to 4pm at the Robert Ostler Park!
This event is hosted by the Pacific Salmon Foundation, a group that raises funds that are then directed towards grassroots, volunteer and community-driven projects focused on the conservation and recovery of Pacific Salmon. Members of the public will be treated to a Salmon BBQ by the Kinsman Club of Campbell River, as well as entertainment, family activities, and information displays. And there is no admission fees!!
The entry fee for artists is $30, with tents and awnings available on a first come basis. For more information, or to register, please call Impressions Gallery at 250-286-1612 or Stillwater Books & Arts at 250-850-3103.
As one of Stillwater's contributions to the art's event, they will be presenting two local writers in the afternoon! First, Stillwater will be hosting a book signing and discussion event with David Esson Young, the author of "The Uchuck Years," a historic look at West Coast fishing lines. He will be infront of the store at 1pm. An hour later, wildlife biologist John A. Bindernagel will give an interactive talk about the Sasquatch.
The Campbell River Hospice Society will be holding a Fundraising BBQ on Saturday from 11:30am to 1:30pm at Coastline Mazda's new location. Marine Harvest will be providing some amazing salmon burgers while 99.7 The River keeps the music rolling. If you would like to test drive a Mazda, Coastline will even buy you your burger! Or, if you would just like to support the Hospice Society, burgers will be sold for $8 (which includes a drink and salad). The Hospice Society will also be selling raffle tickets at the BBQ for their latest Summer Time Raffle - a Mazda 2 and free gas for a year! More details on the raffle can be found at http://www.crhospice.org/.
Mt. Washington will have their Bike Park Opening Day on Saturday! Trails for all ages and abilities, lessons, and rentals will all be available.
Also at Mt. Washington will be a Inukshuk Building Contest from 11am to 7pm. This event will continue on through to Sunday, July 29th.
Sunday, July 29th:
The Campbell River Museum will be doing another of their famous Historic Boat Trips on Sunday, with this week's destination being Sonora Island. It takes about half an hour to reach Sonora Island by boat from Campbell River crusing up the Discovery Passage past Quadra Island and through Seymour Narrows, and going over the famous site of the Ripple Rock explosion.
This trip includes a lunch stop at Dent Island, and the cost is $150 per person. For more information or to make a reservation, please contact the Museum at 250-287-3103.
The weekly Pier Street Farmers' Market will take place at the entrance to the Discovery Fishing Pier and Martime Heritage Centre on Sunday from 10am to 2:30pm. This open-air market offers a wide selection of farm products, processed foods, an array of arts and crafts, as well as fun and entertainment! Customers can spend their morning enjoying the market before taking a walk down the Discovery Fishing Pier or strolling along the adjacent harbour where they can find fresh seafood to buy. Check out the market's website at http://www.pierstreet.com/.
And there's your schedule for this week!
I hope everyone has a great week and is able to enjoy all that Campbell River has to offer you.
If there is anything you would like added to our events blog or calendar, please send us an email at info@visitorcentre.ca, or give us a call at 250-830-0411 ext.1
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