June 26th to July 2nd

Friday, June 26^th  

• “Believe” is a creative collaboration of Hoopnosis Hoop Dance, On The Mark Theatre, AcroCity, Rhythmic Ribbon Dance and Artistic Dance. Find out more at www.tidemarktheatre.com  250-287-7465 (tickets are $20). 
• Live Music in the Tyee Pub at Painter’s Lodge, 8pm. 
• Friday Night Jam at Super Mario’s Bar & Lounge featuring “Pnut Gallery” 8pm-12am; 250-926-0606. 
• Entangados is a theatrical fiesta of dance-friendly genres on tour from Argentina – they’ll be keeping things lively at the Heriot Bay Pub! $12 (250-285-3322).

Saturday, June 27^th

• Race the River Dragonboat Festival at Dick Murphy Park, 9am-5pm; www.racetheriver.ca 
• Bonsai Club Annual Show at Sybil Andrews Cottage from 10am-4pm (2131 S. Island Hwy); Rain or Shine! 
• Lego Days at the Museum from 1-2:30pm – help us build a Lego Reef! With a theme ‘Discover the Passage’ the Aquarium will be on site with a travelling touch tank! $5, parents are free; 250-287-3103 to register. 
• Apocalypstick Pride Party at the Tidemark Theatre with the Queen of East Van & friends, 8pm; 250-287-7465 
• Motocross Championship Series Final Race! 10am start at the local track (Hwy 28), Saturday & Sunday – www.campbellrivermx.com 
• Mount Washington Mile High Scenic Chairlift will be running today – open at 11am! Dining and Shopping will also be open. Daily Summer Operations will begin June 28^th; www.mountwashington.ca 
• Quadra Island Farmers’ Market & Bazaar, 10am-2pm 
• A weekend retreat of hands-on culinary classes with Chef Takashi Mizukami at Taku Resort; 1-877-285-8258 
• Racing at Saratoga Speedway! www.saratogaracing.ca 
• Live music at the Royal Coachman Pub, 8pm, with ‘How Could I’ and friends; 250-286-0231

Sunday, June 28^th                                     

• Vancouver Island Cello Ensemble with Helena Jung, 2:30pm at Trinity Church; tickets available at the Visitor Centre ($20/$10) 
• Mount Washington Daily Summer Operations Begin! In addition to the Mile High Scenic Chairlift rides there will be a Bungee Trampoline, mini-golf, kids’ games, play area and a newly designed disc-golf course. For more info on the opening and summer events visit www.mountwashington.ca  
• Community Potluck with the Centre for Spiritual Living at 516 S. Dogwood. 10am Mediation, 10:30am Celebration, and 11:45am Potluck – everyone welcome whether you bring something or not; 250-287-1350  
• Auditions for Theatre Quadra’s Fall Production: Rocky Horror Picture Show! 1pm for those interested in backstage/behind the scenes, and 2pm for those wishing to perform. Meet at the Quadra Island Legion on West Road in Heriot Bay. 
• Pier Street Farmer’s Market from 10am-2:30pm 
• Jazz & Blues event at the Royal Coachman pub from 1-4pm every Sunday! 250-286-0231

Tuesday, June 30^th

• Summer Puppet Theatre is back at the Museum! Every Tuesday and Thursday at 10:30am & 1:30pm ($2 admission); Twenty-minute shows followed by a craft! 250-287-3103 www.crmuseum.ca 
• Lunch in the Square with Heather Hutchison; 11:30am-1:15pm. www.spiritsquare.ca    
• It’s the “NiteB4” in Spirit Square! Salmon BBQ with Grieg’s Seafood at 5pm, Car Show & Live Country Music Concert with “Backstage Whiskey” from 7-9pm, Western Duds Contest at 7:45pm! 
• Open Stage Tuesdays at Misty Fin’s Eatery & Lounge, 7:30pm (Free Entry); 250-287-4320 
• "Music at the Point” featuring the Dave Blinzinger Trio! Every Tuesday, 6:30-9:30pm, at April Point Resort. To make a reservation call 250-285-2222

Wednesday, July 1^st  

• CANADA DAY! Visit www.crcanadaday.com to find out detailed information about what, where and when. Lots of entertainment! Activities and events throughout the day at Frank James Park, the Sportsplex, Downtown and at Robert Ostler Park. See the last page for ‘Events at a Glance’.

Thursday, July 2^nd   

• Puppet Theatre at the Museum! 10:30am & 1:30pm ($2 admission); 250-287-3103 
• New Art Exhibitions at the Gallery: ‘The Man Who Never Was’ mixed media installation and ‘The Walking Giants’ inflatable works creating a homage to the terracotta army; www.crartgallery.ca

UPCOMING

July 3^rd – The Wiebes Live in Concert at Discovery Community Church, 7pm.

July 3^rd – Mount Washington’s Annual Beer Festival, ‘Tapped’; www.mountwashington.ca

July 4^th – Scar Wars: An Epic Roller Derby Bout at Strathcona Gardens; www.tidemarktheatre.com

July 4^th – Cedar Pull & Weaving with Wayne Bell at the Museum; 250-287-3103

July 8^th – Croquet & Tea at Haig-Brown House from 1-4pm; Pre-register with 250-287-3103

July 9^th – River Concert Series in the Square kicks-off with Tillers Folly (bluegrass/folk), 7-9pm

July 10^th-12 – Sand Sculpting Competition/Exhibition www.parksvillebeachfest.ca

Canada Day Events ‘At A Glance’:

Frank James Park in Willow Point:

8am-10:30am - Pancake Breakfast

10am-2pm - Entertainment (singers, face painting, dancers and more!)

12pm start - Canada Day Cake at Frank James Park with the Legion Pipe Band

2pm-3pm - PWA Wrestlers at the Lion's Hall

Sportsplex in Willow Point:

11am-3pm - Mike McInnes Memorial Cup skateboard competition

Downtown Campbell River:

9am-12pm - Huck Finn & Small Fry Fishing Adventure at the Discovery Pier

10am-3pm - E&B Helicopter Rides at E&B Hanger

10:30am-3:15pm - Canada Day Marketplace on Shoppers Row

11am-3:30pm - Quality Foods Kids Fest at the Community Centre

11am-Dusk - Canada Day Festivities at Ostler Park (crafts, food, face-painting)

11am-2pm - Local All-Star Stage at Spirit Square

12pm start - Salmon BBQ at Ostler Park Longhouse

12pm-3pm - Entertainment on Shoppers Row (roller derby/square dancing/scooter race)

12-2pm - Canada Day Crafts at the Art Gallery

1-2pm - Seniors Tea at the Museum

2:30pm-10pm - Eagle stage at Ostler Park

4pm start - Rotary's Canada Day Parade!!

5:30pm - Opening Ceremonies & Cake at Ostler Park (with skydivers!)

10:22 - Quality Foods Festival of Lights at Ostler Park!!