WHAT’S ON
Check Page 33 in the May 8 print edition of the PQB News for full listings. Email submissions to editor@pqbnews.com.
May 11
PLANT SALE AND VENDOR MARKET: Library fundraiser, Nanoose Library Centre, 2489 Nanoose Rd., 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Info: 250-240-5511.
PLANT SALE AT ESWYN’S ALPINE & ROCK GARDEN: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Nanoose Place, 2925 Northwest Bay Rd., Nanoose. The garden features rare alpines transplanted from Eswyn Lyster’s garden. Displays of the garden’s history and information on growing alpines. Paul Spriggs, master crevice gardener from Victoria. will be in attendance with alpine plants for sale. Eswyn’s garden caretakers and Alpine Gardeners of Central Vancouver Island (AGCVI) are hosting the event with proceeds from the sale going to the AGCVI speaker fund and upkeep of the garden. Coffee will be available. Info: Karen at 250-248-3507 or Elaine at 250-248-9568.
MARINE SWAP MEET: At Coombs Rodeo Grounds, 2601 Alberni Hwy. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.. Fishing gear, boats, etc.
To reserve at spot call 250-927-2747.
May 12
MOTHER’S DAY PANCAKE BREAKFAST: 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the LCC in Qualicum Bay. Delicious breakfast includes beverage: $6, $9, or $11. Hosted by Bowser Sensiors Housing Society, raising funds for Lighthouse Villa. Special thanks to First Credit Union, Qualicum Foods, Fresh n Fabulous Flowers,and Lighthouse Feed & Garden for their support. Check out the Second Sunday Market while you’re there!
May 13
CFUW PQB: Marnie Branfireun B.Sc. M.Sc. Public Education Co-ordinator, Deep Bay Marine Field Station, brief presentation on Aquaculture Research and Marine Education, 7 p.m., Parksville Community Centre, 223 Mills St.
May 14
100 KIDS FOR CHANGE OCEANSIDE: Youth philanthropy organization for ages 18 and under. Join us from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Yates Memorial, 1000 Allsbrook Rd., Parksville. Pre-registration encouraged. Info and registration at www.100kidsoceanside.ca.
Qualicum Beach Garden Club: May meeting. 7 p.m. at Qualicum Beach Civic Centre. Jason Croutch will speak and debunk the myth that roses are difficult to grow. $3 for guests to attend.
ONGOING
ROTARY CLUB OF PARKSVILLE: New members welcome. Club meets at the Parksville Community Centre, 223 Mills St., every second and fourth Wednesday from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Weekly Bottle Drop, every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Speedy Glass in Parksville. All recyclable bottles, cans and milk cartons accepted, with funds raised going back into the community. Info: www.parksvillerotary.ca.
ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION QUALICUM BEACH BRANCH 76: Open 1 p.m. to 7 p.m., seven days a week; Ladies Pool, Tuesday, 1 p.m. and Drop-in pool 1 p.m.; Monday-Thursday, Darts, casual Fridays 6 p.m. Meat Draws: Friday & Saturday from 4 to 6 p.m. in the lounge. Mexican Train - Thursdays 1 p.m. Monthly Birthday Celebration: second Wednesday of the month, 4 p.m. Bring appies, cake served; Duplicate Bridge - Monday and Friday, 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the hall. Wings & Singo: Every first and third Monday of the month; food 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., music 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Pancake Breakfast: every Saturday through Sept. 23, 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Adults, $8, children (5-12) $4, children under 5 free.
ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BOWSER – BRANCH 211: Co-ed pool, Wednesdays, 6 p.m. Men’s pool, Thursdays, 6 p.m., Darts, Thursday, 6:30 p.m. Meat draws Fridays (5 p.m.) and Saturdays (4:30 p.m.). Horseshoes, Sundays at noon. General meeting May 28. Summer hours: Thursday through Saturday, 3 p.m. to 10 p.m.; Sunday, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Happy Hour, 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. Info: 250-757-922; www.rcl211.org; rcl211@shaw.ca. Members, guests and prospective members always welcome.
ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION PARKSVILLE BRANCH 49: Tuesdays: Canasta - 1p.m., Ladies Pool -7 p.m. Darts 7p.m. Wednesdays: Pool 1p.m. & Regular crib - 1:15p.m., prizes. Thursday: Kitchen open 11a.m., Pool, noon & Euchre 1p.m., Dominoes/Mexican Train - 1:30 p.m. Friday: 10 Card Crib- 1:15p.m., prizes. Friday night suppers 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. A new special every week! Saturday: Pool - 11a.m., Meat Draw- 3 p.m. to 5p.m. Second Sunday of the month is Travelling Crib at 1 p.m. Need a partner. Dance Wednesday nights, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
PARKSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE: Men’s Coffee and Conversation drop-in every Tuesday 10 a.m. to noon by donation. Women’s Coffee and Conversation drop-in every Friday 10 a.m. to noon by donation. Community Wagon: Welcoming newcomers every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to noon. Come by and get your complimentary gift bag.
PGOSA: Invites you to: Hike, bike, paddle, walk, golf, dance, or play cards and other games. Not your thing? How about pickleball, slo-pitch, volleyball, walking soccer or lawn bowling? If you’re 55 or older and live in Oceanside, Parksville Golden Oldies Sports Association is for you. Come meet some new friends and have coffee at the Parksville Community Park Picnic Shelter on Friday, May 10 from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. You can join there or online through our website: www.pgosa.org. If you want to try lawn bowling, it starts Wednesday, May 15 so join soon. A new PGOSAn is a new friend!
OCEANSIDE CHESS CLUB: Meet on Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at St. Marks Church, 138 Hoylake Rd W., in the basement. No cost to attend; small donations appreciated. Facebook page is Oceanside Chess Club. All welcome.
CORONATION STREET SOCIAL CLUB OF OCEANSIDE: Meets September thru June on the second Thursday each month at Qualicum Beach Legion (downstairs) 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Don’t need to be a fan of the show, all that’s required is a sense of humour. Tea, coffee and refreshments will be served. Info: 250-594-1965.
OCEANSIDE STROKE RECOVERY SOCIETY: Providing therapy and support to stroke survivors and their caregivers. Meets Fridays at St. Columba Church Hall, 921 Wembley Rd., Parksville at 11 a.m. Info: 250-586-6766.
PARKSVILLE PROBUS CLUB: For retired and semi-retired seniors who want to socialize and meet new friends. We meet every month at the Parksville Community Centre to chat, share a tea or coffee, and hear a speaker talk about interesting, relevant and diverse topics. Our next meeting will be on May 27 at 9:15 a.m. Visitors are most welcome. A $5 entry fee covers coffee, tea and freshly baked goodies. For more information, call Harry at 778-584-0909 or email ProbusMembershipChair@gmail.com.
OCEANSIDE CAREGIVERS: Meet the last Thursday of each month (May 30, June 27) at 1 p.m. at The Gardens Long Term Care, 650 Berwick Rd., North, in Qualicum Beach. We bring support by way of understanding, caring
and resources, in a confidential setting. Info: 250-752-2104 or caroldowe@gmail.com.
QUALICUM BEACH PROBUS GROUP: Social club for men and women. We meet on the first Tuesday of every month at St. Stephen’s Church, 150 Village Way at 9:30 a.m. We have interesting speakers at our monthly meetings and many small group activities during the month such as trivia, and various dining groups. Info: 250-594-3750.
NWB PROBUS CLUB NANOOSE BAY: First Friday of each month. Please join us at 9:15 a.m. at St. Mary’s Church Hall 2600 Powder Point Rd. Meet new friends over coffee and goodies and enjoy interesting speakers. $5. Visitors/new members welcome. Info: nwbprobus.org.
QUALICUM BEACH AND AREA NEWCOMERS: Meet the second Tuesday of every month, 10 a.m., at St. Stephen’s Church Hall, 150 Village Way, Qualicum Beach. All residents are welcome. Info: qbnewcomers.org.
COOMBS RODEO GROUNDS: Pancake Breakfast and Flea Market, the first Sunday of each month. For table rentals, call Val at 250-752-9735. More info: 250-927-2747. Coombs Country Opera: third Friday of each month. Open mic music for everyone, not just country. Musicians and kids free, adults $5. Coffee and cookies.
ERRINGTON FARMERS MARKET: Open for its 51st year. Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. through the end of September. Live music on stage, childrens activities, or meet friends at our beautiful new picnic tables. Info: www.erringtonfarmersmarket.ca to find a map to the market in the Errington Community Park.
OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS: Have you tried to control your eating, your weight, and nothing has worked? Join Overeaters Anonymous, we are recovering compulsive overeaters, under-eaters, food addicts, anorexics, bulimics, binge eaters and over exercisers. We meet at Knox United Church at 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays in Parksville. Info: oaviig.org.
OCEANSIDE WOOD CARVERS: Meet every Thursday morning 9 a.m. at Qualicum Beach Elementary School (699 Claymore Rd.). Enter from the west end side door to woodworking room on left. Info: Bob McInnes at 250-586-8689 or r.j.mcinnes@shaw.ca.
QUALICUM HISTORY TOURS: Historical walking tours with an experienced local guide leave every Tuesday from the Qualicum Beach Museum. $20 per person. Info: 604-754-4465.
PARKSVILLE TOPS 985 WEIGHT LOSS SUPPORT GROUP: Meetings: Wednesday at 6:15 p.m. Weigh-in: 5-6 p.m., Parksville Seniors Drop in Centre 144 Middleton Ave., Parksville. Parking and enter from the alley entrance. Info: Liz, 250-954-1809.
TOPS (TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY): Qualicum 4754 is a weight-loss non-profit support group. We meet every Tuesday morning from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at 184A, Second Ave W, Qualicum. Meeting includes a weigh-in and program. Info: Janice 250-752-6471.
ARBUTUS TOASTMASTERS : Find your voice and learn to speak up in public settings. We offer a safe, welcoming space to learn valuable communication and leadership skills. Live on Monday nights from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at 170 Hirst St. Parksville (Arbutus Grove Church beside SOS-doors and parking in back). Please arrive by 6:45 p.m. Zoom: arbutus.toastmastersclubs.org to obtain a link. Info: arbutustoastmasters@gmail.com.
QUALICUM BEACH SENIORS’ ACTIVITIES CENTRE: 703 Memorial Ave., Qualicum Beach. SUNDAYS: Contract Bridge, 1 p.m. MONDAYS: Knitting in Lounge/crocheting for Manna, 9:30-11 a.m. Yoga, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Chair Yoga, 11 a.m.-noon, Qualicum Beach Ukulele Band, 12:30-2:30 p.m., Beginner Ukulele in Lounge, 3-4 p.m., Line Dance I, 3-4 p.m., Line Dance II, 4-5 p.m., Ballroom dance practice, 5-6 p.m., TUESDAYS: Fun Bridge, 9 a.m. -noon., Group of 8 in lounge Full 9-10 am, Whist 12:30 to 3 p.m., Songbirds, 3-4:30 p.m. WEDNESDAYS: Hatha Yoga, 10-11:15 a.m., Fun With Chaz Guitar in lounge, 12:30 -1:45 p.m., Intermediate Spanish Conversation, 11:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m., Chair Yoga, 1-2 p.m., Book Club in the Lounge, 2:15 - 3:15 p.m.., Drawing & Painting, 2:30 - 4 p.m., TOPS, 3:45-5 p.m., Acappella Choir, 7-9:30 p.m. THURSDAYS: Beginner Bridge Lessons, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Darts - 10 a.m-12:15 p.m., Technology Tutor in Lounge, 1:30 -3:30 p.m., Drop-in Bridge, 12:30-3 p.m. Line Dancing, 4-5 p.m., Ballroom Dance, 5-6 p.m., Dance Practice, 6-7 p.m., FRIDAYS: Ukulele Friday, 10 a.m. - noon., Introduction to American Mahjong, Lounge, 10 a.m.-noon., Mahjong in the Lounge, 1-3 p.m., Art, 1-3 p.m. SATURDAYS: Hatha Yoga With Richard, 9:45 to 11 a.m., Qi Gong 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
DISTRICT 69 DART ASSOCIATION: Starting a new year and looking for new players and spares. Play on Tuesday nights through May 31. Playing at local venues in Parksville and Qualicum. Info: Sonja 250-586-7090 or Thom 250-715-5097.
QUALICUM BEACH FARMERS MARKET: Every Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to noon on Veterans Way, downtown Qualicum Beach.
OCEANSIDE STROKE RECOVERY SOCIETY: Providing therapy and support to stroke survivors and their caregivers. Meetings 11 a.m. on Fridays at St. Columba Church Hall, 921 Wembley Rd. in Parksville. Info: 250-586-6766
SMART RECOVERY MEETINGS: Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 10 a.m. at SOS at 245 Hirst Ave. Questions call John at 250-586-3727.
OCEANSIDE A CAPPELLA: Welcoming women singers of all ages. Rehearsals every Wednesday from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Senior Activity Centre in Qualicum Beach. Director Rosemary Lindsey. Info: oceansideacappella@gmail.com.
ARROWSMITH NEEDLE ARTS GUILD: Meets alternate Thursdays in Parksville and welcomes any interested embroiderers. Info: Moyra, 250-248-7108 or Lynda, 250-927-4015.