Entertainment

A group of young, talented musicians are bringing their traditional and original Scottish music to Qualicum Beach this Sunday and Monday.

The Vancouver Island Opera's (VIO) Oceanside Recital Series begins this month and will feature praised soprano Szu-Wen Wang.

A Canadian roots duo that has played throughout Ontario, Quebec and the Maritimes are bringing their soulful music to B.C. with a stop in Qualicum Beach this Friday.

Plans are underway for the fourth annual Double R Barr FanJam in Coombs this summer and organizers are looking for more bands, vendors, volunteers and sponsors.

Oceanside foodies and wine-lovers rejoice, it’s time again for a weekend filled with elegant B.C. wines and delectable food at two of our celebrated beach resorts.

Enter for your chance to win two tickets to both the Untapped and Swirl events at this year’s festival.

Local non-profit group Beach Flicks will show their fourth film in Qualicum Beach this Friday, Mao’s Last Dancer.

Head to Qualicum Bay next Sunday for the Poultry Swap Flea Market Bluegrass Pancake Breakfast.

This listing is a public service to announce arts and entertainment events in District 69. Drop off information including date, time, place and a contact phone number at The News office located at 154 Middleton Ave. in Parksville. Fax 248-4655. E-mail editor@pqbnews.com. This column’s focus is on the basics. To publicize more details or ticket prices, contact salesmgr@pqbnews.com. Publication depends on space.

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