May 13th – 19th, 2013
This Week in Campbell River
Monday, May 13th
CR Drum Circle Jam 250-923-6858
All hand drummers & percussionists welcome – contact brrecamp@telus.net
Tuesday, May 14th
Intro to Fly-Fishing 1-800-633-7090
Join Fly-fishing guide and casting instructor Ian Muirhead at Painter’s Lodge.
Swicked Cycles Clinics 250-914-2453
Upcoming clinic – Flat repair. Call to register. Located at 1791 Spruce Street. www.swickedcycles.com
40th Provincial General Election 1-800-661-8683
Make an educated vote – www.electionalmanac.com/eu/british-columbia/ 8am to 8pm
Wednesday, May 15th
Pop-tastic Kids 250-287-2261 programs@cartgallery.ca
Are you ready to get Poptastic? Join instructor Shannon McKirgan for a fun and educational kids’ class all about Pop Art at the Campbell River Art Gallery. The class, for children aged seven to 12, takes place over three sessions, Wednesdays, May 8, 15 and 22, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. The cost for Pop Art Pandemonium is $43 for CR Art Gallery members and $53 for non-members. All supplies are included. Stop by the Campbell River Art Gallery Tuesday to Saturday from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., call, or email us to find out more about this great kids’ class.
Generate Love Gala 250-830-0053, 250-850-2418, 250-830-8278
On Wednesday, at the Maritime Heritage Centre, there will be an amazing dinner provided by Quay West, followed by a silent auction and a full bar. Safe rides home will also be available throughout the night. Tickets are $100. Come out and help raise some much needed funds for this wonderful surgeon and her community hospital in Soroti, Uganda. Dr. Sister Margaret will be in Campbell River to speak at the Gala. Please call to purchase Tickets - available from Dr. Robin Evans, the Campbell River Hospital Foundation, and Marisa Baikie.
Centennial Park Playspace & Court Enhancements 250-286-7805
OPEN HOUSE invitation for Wednesday 7pm-9pm at the Sportsplex (room 1). Visit campbellrivercentennialpark.ca or e-mail: lynn.ward@campbellriver.ca
Thursday, May 16th
Creating friendship and promotion with our sister city, Ishikari, Japan. City Hall committee room at 7:30pm.
Friday, May 17th
Strathcona’s Own Lacavore Scavenger Hunt 250-286-3122
Join us for the ultimate get-away weekend, combining action and fun with the best local food the North Island has to offer! Featuring a spectacular exhibit of Quadra Island artist Jim Leischman in our newly renovated Barn Loft (www.jimleishmanarts.com). Your Strathcona Guide will direct you through kayaking, canoeing, hiking, ropes course and ziplining and so many yummy treats! $279 per person – call for more details.
Tidemark Cinema presents: Happy Feet 250-287-7465
Especially for Pro-D Day. Showing at 1pm - $5 admission. In the world of the emperor penguin, a simple song can mean the difference between a lifetime of happiness and an eternity of loneliness.
Bike Polo Tournament (16yrs+) 250-287-9234
It’s a little like polo but it’s a lot like hockey. Teams of 3 ride bikes and try to score on the opposing team’s goal using mallets – like hockey but on bikes. Sign up as a team or as an individual. Team of 3 will play round robin style 20 minute games. Bring your bike, helmet and your own mallet if you got one – we will have some on site. Call with your questions!
Junior Lifeguard Camp (7-11) 250-287-9234
Kids will learn attitudes and skills that could one day save a life – learn about lifesaving and lifeguarding
Pro-D Day Toonie Swims 250-287-9234
1:00pm – 3:00pm. Just for Pro-D Day!
Saturday, May 18th
11th Annual Art & Bloom Festival www.woodlandgardens.ca 250-338-6901
Running May 18th thru 20th this delightful event has you strolling through Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens while admiring original works by artists, potters, sculptors, glass blowers, stained glass designers, garden art and other unique art forms.
Cortez Island Seafood Oyster Festival Day
Seafood Festival is held on the waterfront at Squirrel Cove on the May long-weekend. It’s the perfect way to welcome spring with a fabulous seafood buffet featuring every type of local seafood imaginable. Shuttle will be available from Whaletown to Squirrel cove to accommodate foot passengers from the ferry.
Tidemark Cinema presents: Casablanca 250-287-7465
Showing at 1pm, cost is $5 ($2 for members), 1220 Shoppers Row.
One of the most beloved American films.
International Museum Day 250-287-3103
The Museum will be open every day from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. until the end of September. New this year is a designated free admissions day every Wednesday for those who live in the entire collection area, which encompasses the North Central Island from Oyster River to the north end of the island, to Gold River to the west, and includes the Discovery Islands and Bella Bella. This replaces the complimentary community pass that was previously extended to City of Campbell River residents only. 470 Island Highway or visit our website: www.crmusem.ca. Current members can now renew through the website as well. Don’t miss our two temporary exhibits on display this summer - Treeplanting in BC until July 1st followed by the Great Sayward Fire. Ask us about the historic boat cruises and bring the little ones to our famous puppet theatre showings. We look forward to seeing you and your summer visitors!
Saratoga Speedway www.saratogaspeedway.bc.ca Featuring Monster Trucks, crash to pass, hornet cars, figure 8 cars, road runners, and drifting demo – Rain or shine! Gates @ 5:30pm, Racing @ 7:30pm
Old Time Gospel Singing 250-287-8079 Discover old time Gospel Singing at the Discovery Community Church this Saturday at 7pm, 250 10th Avenue. All are welcome – come sing with us and Gospel Specials.
Sunday, May 19th
Saratoga Speedway www.saratogaspeedway.bc.ca Featuring Monster Trucks, crash to pass, hornet cars, figure 8 cars, road runners, and drifting demo – Rain or shine! Gates @ 5:30pm, Racing @ 7:30pm
Ongoing Happenings to Remember
Quadra Island Farmer’s Market and Bazaar: Saturdays at the Quadra Community Centre. Arts, crafts, veggies and more! For more information call Michelle @ 250-285-3747.
Come and Sing! Campbell River Children’s Choir Auditions held throughout May. The choir gives young people a chance to make lifelong friends, develop self confidence, and pursue excellence in the arts. For further info visit us at www.crchildrenschoir.ca or call 250-202-SING.
Lazer Tag: Drop in Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30-7pm @ Strathcona Gardens Recreation Complex. $9.50 per person. To book your party, phone 250-287-9234 ext. 232
CR Sea Kayaking Club Easy evening group paddles running April thru September. For more information call John Gubbels at 250-203-9953.
4th Saturday Slopstacle Fun Check out the slippery, sloppy obstacle course we have planned for you! Prizes for best wipe out! Come prepared to get covered in pudding, jello, eggs and other goo. The fourth Saturday of the month at Strathcona Gardens, 2-4pm (250-287-9234).
Texas Hold’em: Every Monday night at the Willow Neighbourhood Pub is Texas Hold’em. For more information please call 250.923.8311.
Acoustic Jam: Every Tuesday night at 7pm at the Campbell River Lodge. Hosts Gerald and Maureen. See you there!
Live Jam with The Tipsey Gipsies: Every Thursday night at 8pm at River City Grill. 250-914-4499.
Jam Session: Every Thursday at the Elks Lounge, 516 South Dogwood Street, at 7:30pm 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.
Song Circle: An evening of informal music at the Community Centre in the lounge (second floor, enter via rear doors) every Friday from 7pm-9pm.
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.
Drop In Meditation: Drop in, one hour meditation (guided if requested), every Tuesday evening at 7pm, at Ocean Resort (downstairs at the retreat centre). No reservations, no charge, donations for the food bank welcome. Come 10 minutes early, so we can start on time. Contact us at 250-923-4281, or info@oceanresort.ca
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.
Paramount Music Hall: 250-286-1841.
DJ Just Rob, Thursdays, no cover before 11pm. Fridays – he’s back with your dance requests at 10pm.
DJ Tommy G (your request guru) Tuesday night at the Hall – no cover! Free pool!
New Karaoke – Wednesdays, hosted by David Tancon at the Paramount Music Hall. 10pm on the main stage with full sound, lights and DJ Tommy G.
Saratoga Speedway : Rain or Shine! Gates open at 5:30, Racing at 7:30pm – look forward to Brian Sullivan Memorial, bomber cars, IMCA modifides, dwarf cars, and more! SaratogaSpeed-Way.bc.ca
Open Mic 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!
C.R. Healing Room: Open from 11am-1pm, Mondays, weekly. Confidential prayer - no charge or appointment. 684 Island Highway; 250-923-2312.
Toastmasters Meeting: Every Wednesday at 7pm in Room 1 at the Community Centre. Guests are more than welcome to drop in. Please use the afterhour’s entrance located at the back stairwell.
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.
Upcoming Events to Mark on the Calendar
Swicked Cycles Maintenance Repair Clinic – May 21st CR Head Injury Support Society Annual General Meeting – May 21st Intertidal Zone Guided Exploration 250-287-3103
Call the Museum to register: $15/$7.50 – May 24th
Neon Dance Party for Kids 250-287-9234
@ the Strathcona Gardens Arena – May 24th
Painter’s @ Painters – May 25th & 26 www.painterslodge.com Disney’s Alice in Wonderland Jr. 250-287-7465
@ the Tidemark Theatre – May 25th
Students for Bike to Work week
“Swing for Charity”
8th annual CR Community Foundation Golf Tournament – May 31st 250-202-7500
Fun Fair
Ecole Mer et Montagne – May 31st
Beaver Lodge Forest Lands 20 Year Celebration – June 1st 250-850-0884 Quadra Island Studio Tour – June 1st & 2nd quadraislandarts.com The Tara Dancers “Dance of the Celts” 250-287-7465
@ the Tidemark Theatre – June 1st
Chilliwack in Concert 250-287-7465
@ the Tidemark Theatre – June 3rd
Oceans Day & Grand Opening of New Campbell River Aquarium - June 8th Van Isle 360 2013 International Yacht Race – June 8th-22nd www.vanisle360.com Starlight Pops Choir presents “We are Family” 250-477-9398
@ the Campbell River United Church
Grand Opening of New Splash Park
at the Sportsplex - June 15th
This publication is brought to you by the Campbell River Visitor Centre.
Please contact our office if you have an event you would like added to this publication.
Campbell River Visitor Centre
1235 Shoppers Row in the Tyee Plaza
250-286-6901
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