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Tuesday, April 29th
- Beginning Acrylic Techniques in Landscape Painting with Jill Paris at the Campbell River Art Gallery; Tuesdays at 6:30pm from April 8th-29th. 250-287-2261 (www.crartgallery.ca)
- First annual National Canadian Film Day! A nation-wide, nation-pride event - celebrate wherever you are by watching a great Canadian film!
- Salvation Army Brass Band Concert – 3pm at Spirit Square! 250-287-9234
Wednesday, April 30th
- Variety Children’s Radiothon with 97.3 The Eagle – all funds raised stay in the community to help local kids. April 30th & May 1st. www.variety.bc.ca
Thursday, May 1st
- There’s still time to catch ‘Little Women, The Musical’ at Timberline Secondary School; May 1st to 3rd, show starts at 6:30pm – call 250-923-9500 ext. 2588 for details.
- Rivercity Players presents “Over the River & through the Woods” at the Rivercity Stage (1080 Hemlock Street). 7:30pm, May 1st, 2nd, 3rd, & 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th or 2pm on May 4th. Tickets are available from Impressions Custom Framing, CR Laundromat or Comfort Zone Foods.
- Join Nikki van Schyndal at the library for this engaging slideshow and talk. She will share stories from her new book, “Becoming Wild: Living the Primitive Life on a West Coast Island”; how she relied on her knowledge of BC’s coastal flora and fauna and the ancient techniques of hunting and gathering to survive, of making clothes from cedar bark and fish hooks from bones. 6:30pm at the Library – admission is free and her new book will be available for Purchase. 250-287-3665
Friday, May 2nd
- Back by popular demand, the 2nd Annual Vancouver Island Fibre Fest will take place at the Community Centre May 2nd, 3rd & 4th. Hands-on learning opportunities, fibre market, People’s Choice Gallery, Fibre Café and lots of networking! Call 250-286-1161 for more information.
- The 9th Annual Photographers at Painter’s is finally here! BC’s best photographers will descend upon the famous Lodge for a unique weekend of workshops, presentations and classes; the perfect event for amateur photographers to improve their skills and learn new tricks of the trade. Call 1-800-663-7090 to reserve tickets or visit www.painterslodge.com/lodge/events
- Spring 2014 Home Expo – come find decorators, builders, remodelers, designers, suppliers and other professionals with expertise in the home improvement and design industry. This show emphasizes on the finishing touches that make a house a home and the resources to make your home a masterpiece! Friday May 2nd: 5-9pm; Saturday May 3rd: 9:30am-5:30pm; Sunday May 4th: 10am-4pm. At Strathcona Gardens (225 South Dogwood); call 250-248-4440 for more info.
- Join Michael Layland, author of “Land of Heart’s delight: Early Maps and Charts of Vancouver Island” at the Campbell River library for a discussion and presentation of maps from his new book. 6pm at the library; books sales by Still Water Books & Art. 250-287-3655
- The North Island College school of Fine Art & Design Graduation Exhibition will run May 2nd to 23rd. Opening reception is May 2nd, 7-9pm at Shadbolt Studios (2300 Ryan Road) in Courtenay. Gallery hours are Monday to Friday, 10am-4pm.
- ‘Little Women, The Musical’ at Timberline
Saturday, May 3rd
- Harbour Day at the Discovery Harbour Centre & Marina: Kidz Zones, Shopping, 99.7 The River Treasure Hunt and more!
- Quadra Island Community Market & Bazaar: arts, crafts, flea market finds, jewelry, soaps and more at the Quadra Community Centre, 10am. Yummy lunches, too – everyone welcome! Please call 250-285-3747 for more information.
- 13th Annual Angel Rock Benefit & Dance – CR Hospice Society’s major fundraising event of the year. Takes place at Thunderbird Hall and the theme is New Orleans/Mardi Gras – come in costume or in your best ‘black & white’. Lots of entertainment and a delicious meal catered by the Royal Coachman. Tickets are $50: available from 250-286-1121.
- Annual Dinner & Art Auction with Nyuymbalees Cultural Centre at the Quinsam Hall. The evening offers a traditional seafood buffet, performances by local artists and both a silent and live auction, featuring the work of artisans throughout the region. Call 250-285-3733 for more information of to purchase tickets.
- The Campbell River Judo Club is holding their annual Spring Market & Craft Fair at their studio (450B Merecroft Street), May 3rd from 10am-4pm. Local artisans and crafters will be selling their handcrafted items. You will also find awesome smoked salmon, baked goods, a “Toonie Draw” and home-based business products. Coffee and lunch will also be available. 250-285-2278.
- Fireworks Extravaganza at Saratoga Speedway - first race of their 33rd season. Gates open at 5:30pm, racing starts at 7pm! More info at SaratogaRacing.ca/2014-race-schedule
- ‘Little Women, The Musical’ at Timberline
Sunday, May 4th
- Pier Street Famers Market & Arts Fair is BACK! Sundays 10am-2:30pm down between the Maritime Heritage Centre and the Fishing Pier. Fresh breakfast, lunch, coffees, pastries, breads, arts and crafts, live entertainment and more!!
- Walk for Hearts with the CR Branch of the First Open Heart Society. Register at 1:30pm and the walk begins at 2pm from the Willow Point Hall, travelling along the Sea Walk and back. A family-fun affair with refreshments and prizes. Questions? Call Ken at 923-3466 or Ed at 287-3096.
UPCOMING
May 7th – Ron James ‘Take No Prisoners’ tour at
the Tidemark Theatre; 250-287-PINK
May 7th – “Walk with your Doc” – three scheduled
walks to talk about healthy lifestyles.
May 9th – Summer Kick Off (6-12) Pizza &
Dance Party at Strathcona Gardens; 287-9234
May 9th – The Great Freezie Shoot Off (All Ages)
at Strathcona Gardens; 287-9234
May 10th – 6th National Garage Sale
for Shelter; www.royallepage.ca/shelter
for more info.
May 10th – Rotary Honours Concert at the Tidemark
Theatre; 250-287-PINK for tickets
May 10th – Move for Health Day at Strathcona
Gardens – FREE for participants, 1:30-2:15pm
May 10th – Steven Falk of ‘Switchback’ talks
“setting targets and achieving goals” in Black Creek
May 16th – Supersized Neon Lazer Tag Night at
Strathcona Gardens (ages 8 – 99); 287-9234
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