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.
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
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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