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Monday, April 21st Easter Monday!
- Easter Extravaganza at Balance Equestrian Centre (just off of Willis on Walworth Road) from 1-3pm; tickets will be on sale beginning at 1pm sharp (250-203-6042). Easter Treat Hunt ($5) at 1:15pm, Pony Rides ($5) from 1:30-3pm and all other games/activities ($5) between 1 and 3pm such as find your own egg in the chicken coop and paint it at the décor station, petting farm, pin the tail on the horse, face painting, balloon animals and more! Buy a pass for a 3 events and save $2. Bake sale and hot drinks will also be available. Please bring a basket and wear boots (no dogs please). www.balanceequestrian.ca
Tuesday, April 22nd
- 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)
- Multi-Mannia Pro-D day from 9am-12pm at the Sportsplex. Ages 6-12; $18, call 250-286-1161 to register.
Wednesday, April 23rd
- The Paramount Music Hall presents “Hear no Evil” Comedy Tour with Byron Bertram, Kyle Jones and Jared Borland. Advance tickets available from the tidemark theatre ($10 - 250-287-PINK) and at the door ($15).
- Come learn about mason bees with Gordon Cyr. Mason bees are kid friendly, entertaining to watch and easy to raise; join this evening workshop, 7-8:30pm at the CSWM Compost Education Centre (corner of Pinecrest and South Dogwood in St. Peter’s Church Hall). Preregistration is not required; a donation of a non-perishable food item would be gratefully appreciated. Contact Elaine at 250-287-1625 for more info.
Thursday, April 24th
- Catch ‘Little Women, The Musical’ at Timberline Secondary School; show runs April 24th to 26th and May 1st to 3rd. Starts at 6:30pm – call 250-923-9500 ext. 2588 for details.
- CruisePlus presents Phil Reimer, former radio and TV celebrity, to take you on his ‘Ports & Bows Island Tour’ as he visits Vancouver Island and showcases the best tips and strategies you need to know about sea and river cruising. Everyone is invited to attend this ‘meet and greet’ event at the Anchor Inn. Admission is $10 (CruisePlus clients are welcome at no charge). Call Judy or Lisa to book your tickets in advance: 1-800-854-9664.
- Don’t miss the Campbell River Art Gallery’s 32nd Annual Members Show, April 24th to June 6th, in both galleries.
Friday, April 25th
- Neon Dance Party for Kids (6-12) at Strathcona Gardens (250-287-9234). Awards for best outfit, most neon and overall brightest person. Enjoy hanging out listening to your favourite tunes, dancing, munching, singing karaoke and playing games (roller-bladers with helmets welcome). Includes pizza and snacks; 6-9pm, $10.
- Willow Point Film Fest presents “I Am”; $1 popcorn, tea and coffee – movie by donation followed by open discussion. Doors at 6:30pm. For more information call 250-895-0349.
Saturday, April 26th
- 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.
- Cedar Pull and weaving with Chief Wayne Bell hosted by the Museum at CR. Meet at 9am to travel to forest site and participate in two hour traditional Cedar Pull (a hatchet is recommended – wear clothing and footwear suitable for wet forest conditions) followed by a workshop at the Museum (2-4pm) where Wayne will demonstrate basic approaches to cedar weaving (roses, rings, bracelets, rope, coasters and simple baskets). Call 250-287-3103 for more information or to register ($80); space is limited.
- Berwick by the Sea presents “Living Well Expo” at the Community Centre from 11am-4pm. Over 40 Exhibitors! Booths, demos, door prizes, guest speaker, workshops and entertainment – Free admission.
- Cameryn’s Cause Masquerade Gala at the Sportsplex with a gourmet dinner, silent auction, live auction, cash bar, live music and dancing! Tickets ($70) are available from 207-991 Alder Street (located above Island Fever Travel). www.camerynscause.com
- All-day workshop with CR Genealogy Society at the Maritime Heritage Centre. Think of it as spring cleaning (but more fun) of your genealogy files, records and research etc. The cost is $30 and seating is limited; for more info contact Janice at 250-203-0585.
- CR Garden Club plant sale at the Baptist Church (260 South Dogwood) from 9am-1pm.
Sunday, April 27th
- CR Singers spring concert “Springtime on the River” will be held at St. Peter’s Anglican church at 2pm. Joined by local musical phenomenon, Carter Johnson, as a special guest. There will be something for everyone at the concert, from easy jazz to My Fair Lady. Tickets available from choir members or at the door.
UPCOMING
May 1st-4th & 7th-8th
– Over the River & Through the Woods at with Rivercity Players.
May 1st – “Becoming Wile” - meet the author ‘talk
& slideshow’, 6:30pm at the Library, free.
May 2nd-4th – Vancouver Island Fibre
Fest at the Community Centre; 250-286-1161
May 2nd-4th – 9th Annual
Photographers at Painters; www.painterslodge.com/lodge/events
May 3rd – 13th Annual Angel Rock
Benefit & Dance at Thunderbird Hall; 250-286-1121
May 3rd – Dinner & Auction with Nyuymbalees
Cultural Centre at Quinsam Hall; 250-285-3733
May 3rd – CR Judo Club Spring Market and Craft
Fair, 10am-4pm at 50B Merecroft Street.
May 3rd – Fireworks Extravaganza at Saratoga
Speedway. First race of our 33rd season!
May 7th – Ron James ‘Take No Prisoners’ tour at
the Tidemark Theatre; 250-287-PINK
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
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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