This Week in Campbell River
Monday, May 6th
Sandowne School Quality Foods Shopping Spree
Get your raffle tickets by May 9th at Quality Foods, between 4:30pm and 6pm. The Draw will take place May 10th at Sandowne Family Movie Night.
Tuesday, May 7th
Paramount Music Hall 250-286-1841
DJ Tommy G (your request guru) Tuesday night at the Hall – no cover! Free pool!
“Budgeting Towards Student Success”
A Special Public Meeting to be held at the school board offices: 425 Pinecrest, at 7:30.
Wednesday, May 8th
Mystery Tours Sportsplex: 250-923-7911 or Comm. Ctr. 250-286-1161
Adventure! Travel! Lunch! A 50+ Active Living van trip, beginning at the Community Centre at 9am. $60 per person ($48 for 50+ members) – includes lunch and fees.
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.
NEW Karaoke 250-286-1841
Hosted by David Tancon at the Paramount Music Hall. 10pm on the main stage with full sound, lights and DJ Tommy G.
“People v. The State of Illusion” – CR Premier
Author and Producer Austin Vickers and Exalt films along with Samuel Goldwyn are excited to announce the Campbell River premiere of their acclaimed Documentary People v. the State of Illusion. View the trailer at: http://www.thestateofillusion.com The film will show for one night only at the WILLOW POINT LIONS HALL on May 8th at 7:30 PM. Details and tickets can be found online at:
http://www.centreforspiritualliving.ca/CSL-CR/STATE_of_ILLUSION.html
Writer and Producer Austin Vickers will be there for a special Q&A after the film.
Writer and Producer Austin Vickers will be there for a special Q&A after the film.
CR Sea Kayaking Club 250-203-9953
Easy evening group paddles running April thru September. For more information call John Gubbels.
Friday, May 10th
Community Kub Kar Challenge 2013 923-4253 ext. 2745
Build your “Kub Kar” for just $20 (that includes registration & the kit). Race day is May 10th at the CR Common. Weigh in at 11:30am, race at 12:00pm. Register by calling Robynne at 923-4253 ext 2745. Leave your name, number and address and they'll arrange for your Kub Kar to be delivered. Make cheques payable to SOUTHGATE SCHOOL KUB KARS. Scouts will also be selling hot dogs and pop for $2. All funds raised go directly to support Scouting Programs in Campbell River.
Top 40 Dance Party for Kids 250-287-9234
Strathcona Gardens is holding a Dance Party for kids (age 6-12) this Friday night from 6-9pm. Dance-offs, music trivia, karaoke, lip sync, pizza and snacks – only $10 admission!
The Great Freezie Shoot Off 250-287-9234
Join us for a massive water fight and spend the evening competing in various water battles and challenges. Bring all of your water spray toys from home (bring a water gun/spray toy and earn yourself a freezie) Bring your friends – Strathcona Gardens, 6:30pm-8pm.
Move for Health Day 250-923-7911
The community of Campbell River is invited out to participate in free fitness classes over the lunch hour at Spirit Square in downtown Campbell River. Four different 30 minute classes will be taking place between 11:30 and 1:30 including: spin athletics, Zumba, TRX, and Sentua. This is a Free Event. Get fit and stay fit! Challenge your fellow employees and win prizes for your work place. Find out what you can do: call Karen @ the Sportsplex.
Move for Health Day FREE SWIM 250-287-9234
(16+) Free Drop-in Aquatic Fitness Classes and Water Jogging all Day (Free Admission for those participating!)
Music Week Finale www.campbellriverfriendsofmusic.com 250-923-6627
The master teachers suggest performers for the Finale Concert, to take place on Friday, May 10 at the Trinity Presbyterian Church. This very popular concert, which begins at 7:30, will also feature the winner of the Ruth Scott Chopin Competition. All are welcome to attend for a very modest fee. For more information about Music Week, check out the Friends of Music website or contact Sandy Havelaar.
Saturday, May 11th
Mother’s Day Lego Day 250-287-3103
Hey Kids, bring you mom to Lego Day! This Saturday - the day before Mother’s Day - from 1-2:30pm. Bring mom and show her how much creative talent you have with Lego. And moms are invited to join in the fun and create something together. What better way to celebrate mothers everywhere than to explore ingenuity and celebrate having fun! Heck, bring dad along too! Free coffee and tea will be available. The cost for Lego Day is $5 for kids, moms are free. Call the Museum to register.
Mud Run Ride info@mudrunride.com 250-914-2453 www.mudrunride2013.eventbrite.com
Returning for its 4th year at McIvor Lake. You and a partner alternate between trail running and beginner mountain biking. You will switch riding/running at a series of Mystery Challenges along the course. The Finish Line Challenge will be a great one for you, your partner and spectators to watch....you will need to climb a wall, go down a slide and then go thru the Mud pit! Everyone will get a prize, it doesn’t matter how fast you are! Prizing is random, some are small and some are a little larger. There will be prizes for the top winners in each of the categories and best costume along with draw prizes at the Post Race Party. Everyone wins! For more information contact Chenoa Campbell or visit our website.
Cost: team of two = $120 plus tax and registration fee.
Saratoga Speedway SaratogaSpeed-Way.bc.ca
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!
Why Compost? 250-287-1625
Bringing the International Composting Awareness Week to a close (5th-11th), this informative session will be held Saturday morning, beginning at 10am, at the Campbell River Compost Education Centre, located at 228 South Dogwood Street. Centre Hours are Weds, Thurs, Fri: 10am-3pm and Sat: 9am-1pm.
Anticipating Wild Edibles Year-Round 250-923-9724 jpeters@nic.bc.ca
Saturday, May 11th, 2013 10:00am. Are you interested in growing your own food? Are you keen to learn more about gardening, farming and/or local food? Do you want to support Campbell River in producing more of its own food? Learn about self-sufficient gardening, mason bees, year-round vegetable growing, plant propagation, and more with the Lettuce Grow Workshops. Take a 2-hour walk and explore the locally-available, edible native wild plants. Plus, you'll learn tips on sustainable harvesting. Tuition is only $26. Visit your local campus or register online at www.nic.bc.ca - search for course code GENI 7910. For more information please contact Julia.
Tidemark Cinema presents: The Never Ending Story III 250-287-7465
Showing at 1pm, cost is $5 ($2 for members), 1220 Shoppers Row.
Young Bastian again seeks refuge from the problems of the real world in the mystical land of Fantasia in this second, inferior sequel to the sleeper 1984 hit The Never Ending Story. Visually less impressive than its predecessors, and extremely distant from the Michael Ende book that was the series' original inspiration, Rated: G
Afternoon of Jazz 286-0231
Self-explanatory – happening at the Royal Coachman Pub from 1pm-4pm. Call for more info.
Annual Ducks Unlimited Banquet Fundraiser 250-923-7784 ducksandsarah@hotmail.com.
Help conserve Canada’s wetlands – at the Maritime Centre. Great meal, live and silent auctions, raffle packages, and prizes galore! For more information contact Don Neill.
Pirate Days! 250-287-2667
Down at the Discovery Harbour Marina (E Dock) from 10am to 3pm there will 1 hour zodiac tours and BBQ by DONATION – All proceeds go towards the Accessible Wilderness Society.
Through Coloured Glass
Another lovely opportunity to do something special for mom – this Saturday between 10am and 4pm, you can design and create your own stained glass mosaic at the Black Creek Community Centre. Cost is $135, all materials and tools provided – no experience necessary.
C.R. Garden Club Plant Sale http://campbellrivergardenclub.com
It is plant sale time again! Come to the Garden Club’s annual plant sale for your landscape plants, herbs, veggie seedlings, garden art and more! Proceeds support the club’s activities throughout the year. Visit us on the web! Time: 9am-12pm. Location: CR Baptist Church parking lot (260 South Dogwood St.).
“Dancestreams” www.dancestreams.ca
Youth Dance Company presents a recital of outstanding contemporary dance, with special guests Urban Dance Connection. Saturday, May 11th, 7pm at the Community Centre. Advance Tickets are $12 adults/$10 youth and $15/$12 at the door.
“Now’s the Time” www.crchildrenschoir.ca 250-202-7464
The Campbell River Children’s Choir Spring Concert is here - over 70 young performers (3 choirs!) will be performing at St. Peter’s Anglican Church. Along with special guest performers, the music will range from 17th century Purcell to 20th century Charlie Parker. Shows are at 2:30pm and 7pm – tickets available at the music plant for $15 (cash or cheque). If you know some little person who loves to sing – the CR Children’s Choir is holding auditions throughout May.
Sunday, May 12th (Happy Mother’s Day!!)
Island Voices Chamber Choir performs with Vancouver Welsh Men’s Choir
Sunday, May 12th, at 2pm. You won’t want to miss this delightful collaboration coming to the Campbell River United Church (415 Pinecrest Rd.). Tickets available at the Campbell River Visitor Centre (Tyee Plaza 1235 Shoppers Row, 250-286-6901), $15 for adults, $10 for students/seniors.
For Information call Beth at 250-923-3753.
Corb Lund at the Tidemark Theatre 250-287-7465
Alberta-born honky-tonker Corb Lund's songcraft covers it all. From a rustic retreat deep in the Rocky Mountain forest, Cabin Fever, Lund's enthralling new album, evolved from a period of introspection and hard traveling. Just like the prolific Lund's subjects run the gamut, so do the sonics on the live-sounding long-player, ranging from rockabilly to Western swing, cowboy balladry to country-rock. And, of course, the occasional yodel...For tickets or more information, visit the Tidemark theatre 1220 Shoppers Row.
Ongoing Happenings to Remember
Pier Street Farmers Market & Arts Fair: It’s back!! CR Fishing Pier lot, 10am-2:30pm. Every Sunday, May-September. Call 203-1399 for more information.
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.
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
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.
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.
C.R. Healing Room: Open from 11am-1pm, Mondays, weekly. Confidential prayer - no charge or appointment. 684 Island Highway; 250-923-2312.
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
Cortez Island Seafood Oyster Festival Day – May 18th 11th Annual Art & Bloom Festival 250-338-2901
@ Kitty Colman Woodland Gardens – May 18th-20th
Painter’s @ Painters – May 25th www.painterslodge.com Disney’s Alice in Wonderland Jr. 250-287-7465
@ the Tidemark Theatre – May 25th
“Swing for Charity”
8th annual CR Community Foundation Golf Tournament – May 31st 250-202-7500
Fun Fair
Ecole Mer et Montagne – May 31st
Oceans Day & Grand Opening of New Campbell River Aquarium - June 8th 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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