July 1st
– 7th, 2013
This Week in Campbell River
Pancake
Breakfast
@ Frank James Park (Willow Point) 8AM to 11PM (By donation)
Huck
Finn & Small Fry Fishing Derby
@ Discovery Fishing Pier 9AM to 12PM (for children under 12) bring an
adult, fishing rod, line, reel, lure & approved life jacket (prizes for
best costume and catches)
E
& B Family Helicopter Rides
@ E& B Hanger 10AM to 3PM
Home
Hardware Belt Sander Races
@ Shoppers Row 10:30AM to 2:30PM
Canada
Day Markets
@ Shoppers Row 10:30AM to 6PM
Local
All-Star Stage
@ Spirit Square 11AM to 2PM
Mike
McInne’s Memorial Cup Skateboard Competition
@ Willow Point Skate Park 11AM to 3:30PM (competing for best shredder,
novice & pro)
QF
KidsFest
@ Community Centre 11AM to 3:30PM (Entertainment, Games, Crafts,
& More!)
QF
Animal Exhibit
@ Visitor Centre 11AM to 3:30PM
Canada
Day Cake
Marched in by Legion Pipe Band @
Frank James Park (Willow Point) 12PM
Canada
Day Art Table
Artistic Creations in the Lobby of
the Art Gallery, Jessica Blue hosts the art table from 12PM
– 2PM
Marine
Harvest & Fire Fighter’s Salmon BBQ
@ Robert Ostler Park (Longhouse) 1PM
Senior’s
Honour Tea
@ Museum at Campbell River 1PM to 2:30PM
Bed
Races
(CR Hospital Foundation &
Daybreak Rotary) @ Shoppers Row 1PM
Eagle
TELUS Stage
@ Robert Ostler Park 2:30PM to 10PM
Bryan’s
Smile Mile
@ parade route 3:45PM
Canada
Day Rotary Parade
@ Downtown parade route 4PM
Opening
Ceremonies & Cake
@ Robert Ostler Park 5:30PM
QF
Festival of Lights FIREWORKS!
@ Robert Ostler Park 10:22PM sharp
Tuesday, July 2nd
Lunch in the Square
11:30AM – 1:15PM in Spirit Square
with Judy & Bruce Wing!
Water
Ratz
250-287-9235
Develop swimming, diving and
flip-turn skills; try water polo, underwater hockey, synchronized swimming,
handstand challenge, sponge tag and water fighting – between 10AM and 3PM at
Strathcona Gardens Pool, Tuesday through Friday!
Puppet
Theatre
250-287-3103
Every Tuesday and Saturday with two
shows daily: 10:30AM and 1:30PM. The shows will run through July and August and
cost $2 per person (under 3 are free!). The old gang will take to the stage
once again, with featured appearances by Peter Puget, Lord Bacon, and even
Captain Vancouver. The shows are 20 minutes long and will be followed by a
themed craft. Call the museum for more info or e-mail summer.programs@crmuseum.ca .
WYLD
Summer Camp – Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award
250-286-3122
Get out to Strathcona Park Lodge to learn skills in trip planning
& prep, back country basics, paddle strokes, canoe tripping, map &
compass navigation, self-reliance & teamwork. Tuesday thru Sunday.
Wednesday, July 3rd
Buy a Hammer, Build a Community
The Home
Depot Canada Foundation’s purpose is to give back to
communities by supporting affordable housing for needy people. This year, the
local Home Depot Canada store
has chosen Willow
Point Supportive Living Society to support with their “Buy
a Hammer, Build A Community” fundraiser. All of the funds raised by the
purchase of a $2.00 ‘paper hammer’ at the store tills will go to the Society.
The campaign started on 30 May and runs through 3 July.
The store that raises the largest amount of funds in their “District” will
result in a bonus going to the Society that they have chosen to support. As of
last Sunday, our local Campbell
River store had raised the largest amount so far in their
District. They are competing with Home
Depot Canada Store’s in Courtenay, Nanaimo, Duncan,
Victoria, Victoria-Saanich, Squamish, Vancouver Cambie, and Park Royal-West
Vancouver. Lets help them ‘beat out’ the larger stores in the richer City areas
and show them all what generous and supportive people we have here in Campbell
River. Donations can be made at the Home
Depot Canada Store in Campbell River, securely online
at Canadahelps.com, or by check mailed to WPSLS, 100-142 Larwood Road, Campbell
River, V9W 1S2.
BBQ at the Beach
250-286-3122
Salmon has been a staple food of the natives of the Pacific
Northwest for thousands of years. Sandwiched between split cedar poles
the salmon is cooked slowly over an open fire. Enjoy traditionally cooked
wild salmon at the Strathcona Park Lodge and Outdoor Education Centre beach
side BBQ area every Wednesday evening during July and August. Visitors,
travellers, drive-by diners and Lodge guests are all welcome! BBQ at the
Beach is $25.
Thursday, July 4th
Linnaea Farm Lunch Tours
250-935-6705 www.linnaeafarm.org
Let us share our season’s bounty with you in a lovely day of
education, entertainment and food, fun for the whole family. Come and visit our
315 acre land trust on beautiful Cortes Island and be treated to a feast o the
eyes and palate. Enjoy a tour of our lakeside farm and a seasonal feast
featuring the meats, vegetables and fruits of our farm. Linnaea Farm Lunch
Tours runs every Thursday, 10:30AM, July 4th through to September 19th,
Cortes Island, $35 per person (RSVP required). Meet in the Linnaea parking lot,
1255 Seaford Road on Cortes. Call Graeme, visit our website or email us at
linnaeafarmtours@gmail.com for more details.
Friday, July 5th
Juried
Art Exhibit
250-287-3103
Celebrating African Grandmothers: Heroes of the Continent. This
exhibit is brought to you by Campbell River Grandmothers to Grandmothers in
partnershi9p with the Campbell River Museum. Running till July 14th,
the Museum is open daily, 10Am to 5PM – admission to the exhibit is by
donation. July 6th and 7th only, beautiful Kenyan jewelry
will also be on sale.
Saturday, July 6th
Puppet
Theatre
250-287-3103
Every Tuesday and Saturday with two
shows daily: 10:30AM and 1:30PM. The shows will run through July and August and
cost $2 per person (under 3 are free!). The old gang will take to the stage
once again, with featured appearances by Peter Puget, Lord Bacon, and even
Captain Vancouver. The shows are 20 minutes long and will be followed by a
themed craft. Call the museum for more info or e-mail summer.programs@crmuseum.ca .
SUPER
SATURDAYS: Fields of Flowers
250-287-2261
Using an easy printmaking technique,
artists will create a riot of colourful blooms then add the stems and leaves
using crinkled tissue papers for a textual effect. Admission is FREE (donations
gladly accepted) All materials provided, children under 12 must be accompanied
by an adult. Drop-in art – just bring along your imagination!
Beer
& Burger Fundraiser
Misty Fin’s Eatery & Lounge (969 Alder
Street) is hosting a “Cops for Cancer” – Tour de Rock Fundraiser Saturday night
at 6PM. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at the RCMP detachment or at Misty
Fin’s. Visit the web for more information.
Sunday, July 7th
Historic
Boat Tour
250-287-3103
Register with the Museum to explore Desolation Sound this weekend and take lunch at Refuge Cove (9Am to
2PM)
3rd
Annual “Take Your Best Shot” Presentation
250-923-3401
Opening at Serious Coffee in Willow
Point and running through the summer until September 3rd. Meet the
exhibiting photographers at the Gallery Opening between 1PM & 3PM, with
coffee at your finger tips and goodies to sample on provided trays. After
viewing this exciting new display of images, enter your ‘People’s Choice’ vote
for a chance to win a Serious Coffee Gift Card. Island in Focus is a group of
like-minded people who have a variety of photographic interests, all manner of
equipment and a wide range of skills. The club meets on the fourth Thursday to
arrange outings, learning and practice sessions, compare ideas on images and
socialize. Always happy to have people join them! Call Stephanie for more info,
or e-mail islandinfocus@gmail.com
Upcoming Events to Mark on the Calendar
History on the
Water – July
call 250-287-3103 to
register
The 14th – Cortes Island & Teakerne Arm with lunch stop (5 hours)
38th Annual Sequoia Springs Men’s Amateur Golf Tournament – July 13th/14th
Campbell River’s longest running men’s golf tournament is now
accepting entries for the two-day, 36-hole event. Entry fee is $140 (36 holes
plus Sat dinner and Sun lunch) 250-287-4970
Haig-Brown
Camp – July 8th – August 23rd
call 250-923-7911 to register
Located at the picturesque Haig-Brown House, this camp
focuses on the power of nature and environmental stewardship. City staff will
be escorting children from the designated parking area (Vineyard Church at 2215
Campbell River Rd.) to the base of the camp at HB House. The Camp runs weekdays
from 10AM to 3PM.
Fabulous Art – July
15-19
call 250-287-2261 to
register
This is a five day Art Camp for children aged 7-12, running 10AM –
3PM. Mary Deveau and Shannon McKirgan share the lead for this fabulous week of
art making. Mary will focus on clay sculpture and Shannon will guide the
painting and drawing sessions. $175 for Gallery Members and $185 for
Non-Members.
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
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.
Meaningful Media Night: Opportunity to watch meaningful movies with
others, followed by a discussion and sharing of a meal. 3rd Monday of the
month. To register or for more info call 250-830-0171. Robron Centre ~
Immigrant Welcome Centre Activities Room 3:30 – 8:30PM.
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! Every Saturday - Gates
open at 5:30, Racing at 7pm – look forward to Brian Sullivan Memorial, bomber
cars, IMCA modifides, dwarf cars, and ore!SaratogaSpeed-Way.bc.ca
Open Mic Night: Every Friday night at Serious Coffee in Willow Point is open mike
night from 7:00 – 9:00pm. All levels of ability are
welcome! 250-923-1312
Prime Rib Buffet – Every Sunday at the Royal Coachman. For reservations please call 250.286.0231.
C.R. Healing Room: Open from 11am-1pm, Mondays, weekly. Confidential prayer - no charge or
appointment. 684 Island Highway; 250-923-2312.
Toastmasters Meeting: Summer schedule: Wednesday July 3rd,
17th, 31st, August 14th, 28th, and
September 4th 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
CR Social Planning
Committee meeting Thursday June 20th from 3PM
to 4:30PM at the Public Health Unit (2nd floor boardroom) in the Tyee Plaza. Meetings
are usually the 2nd Thursday of the month. Everyone is welcome to join us at
these meetings; if you are unable to attend and have ideas or comments please
let Brenda Wagman know at wagmania@telus.net
Island Focus: CR Photo Club, meeting every 4th Thursday at the Sportsplex, 7PM.
Call Grant Jones for more info (250-923-4792).
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.
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
