Saturday, 15 June 2013

Discovery Passages Events

June 17th – 23rd, 2013

This Week in Campbell River
 

Tuesday, June 18th
Lunch in the Square                                                                                                                 
11:30AM – 1:15PM in Spirit Square with Live band, “Rockland Road”!

Volunteer Campbell River AGM                                                                        
250-287-8111
22nd AGM will be held at the Museum at Campbell River at 6:30PM. Highlights will include electing a new Board of Directors, reviewing the previous year’s work, and as a special treat, folk musicians David Freeman and Sussana Hill have volunteered to perform a concert.

Wednesday, June 19th
Wet & Wild Summer Kick Off                                                                                                       
250-287-9234
Free fun at Strathcona Gardens, 6:30-9PM, with freezies, inflatable toys, water fights, messy food challenges, and jello-slide!

Therapeutic Relaxation Skills                                                                             
250-286-1121     www.crhospice.org
Hosted by the Campbell River Hospice Society (#104 – 301 Dogwood St.) 3:30PM – 5:30PM;

Free Clothing Bonanza
10AM – 2PM at St. Peter’s Hall (corner of Dogwood and Pinecrest). 

Introduction to Geocaching – Registration Deadline
250-923-7911/250-286-1161
Discover the fun and challenge of this modern day form of treasure hunting using GPS enabled devices. No Experience or GPS required.  Register by June 19th. Event location: Sportsplex, June 22nd 9AM-1PM; $20. For more information call the Sportsplex or Community Centre.

Thursday, June 20th
A Jammin’ Soundtrack Dance Show                                                                  
250-287-7899
DanceXtreme is bringing the most memorable music from your favorite movies to life on the Tidemark stage. This “jammin’” show will feature new routines from their award winning Showteam, Competitive Boys Hip Hop, Competitive Rec. Team and recreational dancers performing in the styles of jazz, hip hop, tap, lyrical, ballet, pointe, modern stage, & musical theatre. There will be two separate shows to choose from & see. Our first show will be an evening performance on Thursday & Friday while the other show will have a matinee & evening performance on Saturday. Memorable music, unforgettable choreography and dazzling costumes make this show a must see for all ages! $21/$19
Painter’s Lodge Women’s Salmon Fishing Derby                                                  
1-800-663-7090
Running from the 20th till the 24th, this event is attended by women from across North America, competing for prizes and participating in numerous exciting events. Package available includes 4 nights’ accommodation, 12 hrs guided fishing, meals & entertainment, awards ceremony and more!

Forest Circle Society for Families Annual General Meeting     
Come for BBQ, lady bug release, information, director elections, children’s door prizes and family fun! For more information please contact Gwen @ 286-1193 or Kyla @ 923-4440. Forest Circle Child Care, 1685 S Dogwood St. (NICollege campus) from 5:30PM to 7PM

CR Twinning Society Meeting                                                             
Creating friendship and promotion with our sister city in Ishikari, Japan. Meeting in the committee room at City Hall, 7:30pm.

Friday, June 21st  
National Aboriginal Day                                                                                               
Come join the First Nations, Inuit and Metis peoples and celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures, and outstanding achievements of the Aboriginal peoples of Canada. Music, food and so much more! Parade begins at 10AM, speeches, traditional drumming and dancing, elder appreciation, singing and more throughout the day - @ Spirit Square, the Big House, next to the Cruise Ship Terminal and other locations around town. For more information please contact Charlotte Lever

Ocean Explorations                                                                                                 
250-287-3103
Call museum to register for guided tour to the tip of Willow Point Reef with biologist, Sandra Milligan. Learn about and see some of our treasured and elegant intertidal life; 9AM-11AM, $15/$7.50

Saturday, June 22nd  
SUPER SATURDAY: Nature Weaving                                                                 
250-287-2261
Create nature-based sculptural wall hangings using materials from the earth. Weave in some colourful wool, twine or ribbon; buttons and other decorative effects. You will weave a beautiful hanging for your wall. Free Admission (donations gladly accepted) All materials provided. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Events for All Ages - Just bring along your imagination! 1PM-3PM @ the CR Art Gallery.

Kusam Climb                                                                                                                                              
250-282-0018
Wild and rugged 23km loop heading up over Mt. H’Kusam and passing spectacular scenery of mountain peaks and the Johnstone Strait. Most climbers take 7-9 hours; starts & finishes @ Sayward Heritage Hall. www.KusamKlimb.com   

18th Annual Rod Brind’Amour Golf Classic Dinner & Auction                 
250-923-3298
Story Creek Golf Club, supporting Cystic Fibrosis. Not Golfing? $40 for Buffet Dinner/Auction (catered by Hansi’s Catering @ Popsey’s Log Cabin Restaurant) at the Sportsplex: doors at 6PM, dinner at 7PM – contact Todd Peachey for more info (tpeachey@crf.ca) or call Bev at 250-287-8600. Special host Rod Brind’Amour accompanied by special guests Chad Larose and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins. Raffle for diamond pendant in 14 kt gold!

Annual Garden & Art Tour                                                                                                               
250-287-2261
See Campbell River’s finest gardens with artists at work – “no garden is too small or too unorthodox”; if you share a passion for growing things then you will delight in this opportunity to get new ideas for landscaping and tips about what plants work well in our region, all the while fundraising for children’s programming. Tickets are $16 for a self-guided tour or $20 for the bus tour (limited seats, call 250-286-1161 to book). Tickets available at the Visitor Centre, the Art Gallery, or the Willows Market. They include garden descriptions, a map and lunch discounts at the Royal Coachman Pub and Boston Pizza, and a coffee break discount at Sundance Java Bar.  

Sunday, June 23rd
4th Annual River Fest                                                                                            
250-286-7384
A fun afternoon and evening of musical entertainment, relaxation and shopping at Nunns Creek Park. Hosted by the North Island Transition Society, the goal of the event is to provide a family, friendly, affordable event spotlighting some fantastic local musicians and raising money for the Ann Elmore House. Featuring Jenny Hoopnosis, Quadra Island belly dancers, Who is Barbosa, Andres, Cat & the B-Sides, Andi-Lyn Krieger, Peel, Impalas, Bentwood Boys, Heartland, Brodie Dawson, Chandra Booth, and Jodi & the Cornbinders. Plus over 15 vendors and artisans, a silent auction/raffle, food, bubbles, Shoo Shoo the Clown, face painting, flitter tattoos, bounce-a-rama, make-it & take-it table, tunnels & MORE! Admission is $10, kids under 10 are FREE!

2013 VIMX Championshiop Series (Round 9)                                            
CR Motocross Association presents. Racing Starts at 9:30AM, Local track on Gold River Road (Hwy 28) across from McIvor Lake. Rain or Shine! Advance Tickets available at Boardwalk (986-A Shoppers Row) or tickets at the gate: adults $10, students/seniors $5, children under 6 are FREE! On site concession & camping available. www.campbellrivermx.com (Practice Day Sat. June 22nd).

Upcoming Events to Mark on the Calendar
 


               
*    Legion Week: Veterans Appreciation Lunch                                           250-923-5571
@ the CR Legion from 12PM to 1:30PM – June 25th
*    17th Annual Transformations on the Shore
@ Frank James Park in Willow Point, 7AM-7PM – June 26th to 30th
*    3rd Annual Dragon Boat Regatta                                         www.racetheriver.ca
@ Dick Murphy Park on the Tyee Spit, 9AM-4PM – June 29th
*    4th Annual Bonsai Club Show                                                           250-923-0213
@ CR Arts Council (2131 S. Island Hwy) 9AM-4PM – June 29th
*    NiteB4 Canada Day Country Themed Concert                 www.spiritsquare.ca
@ Spirit Square – June 30th
*    Free Photo Walks
Sundays, June to October – June 30th
*      Canada Day!July 1st                                                                       


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: 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 

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

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

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