APRIL 15
Victoria’s Quilts: Making quilts for cancer patients. Meeting every third Tuesday of the month September to June 9:30 a.m. 3ish at Nanoose Place Community Centre 2925 Northwest Bay Rd. New sewers welcome all supplies provided. Info: koolpj43@shaw.ca.
APRIL 18
Coombs Rodeo Grounds: Open mic event; doors open at 6.30 p.m. Admission $5, children and musicians free. Coffee and snacks available. Music for everyone. Info: 250-248-1009.
APRIL 19
Easter on the Farm: A free family event: Little Qualicum Cheeseworks hosts their 3rd annual Easter on the Farm! Stop by for an all-day egg hunt, crafts, games, food, farm animals, and fun for the whole family. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. as supplies last. 403 Lowry's Rd., Parksville.
Oceanside Music: Consort A Cappella Singers perform A Spring Bouquet! offering a variety of songs to welcome the long-awaited season, 2 p.m. at Knox United Church. General admission $20. Tickets online at oceanside-music.ca or by cash at Fireside Books (Parksville) and Outdoor Edge (Qualicum). Unsold tickets available at the door. Doors open at 1:30 p.m.
APRIL 19-20
Parksville Lawn Bowling Club: Holding its annual open house, 1-3 p.m. both days. An opportunity to see what all the fun is about. Wear flat-soled shoes, comfortable clothes and have some fun on the green. A sport you can get into that's affordable, fun, engaging and social. Check us out at parksvillelawnbowling club.com. 1149 E. Stanford in Parksville. Info: 250-954-3930.
APRIL 25
Rotary Club of Qualicum Beach: Yearly Earth Day Town Cleanup. 9 a.m. to noon. Meeting at the Rotary House (211 Fern Rd.) where you'll receive your street route to clean. Garbage bags and pickers are provided as well as we do have some vests but if you own one please wear. Bring your own gloves. For inquiries: rotaryclubofqualicumbeach@gmail.com.
Mid Island Storytellers: 'Tales from Newfoundland & The Maritimes'; A whole new lineup of the ever-popular East Coast stories to make you laugh and cry. McMillan Arts Centre, Parksville. Performance at 7 p.m., doors open 6:30 p.m. Tickets $20 at the MAC Box Office. ($18 for MIST members).
APRIL 26
The Village Voices of Qualicum Beach: Presents 'Thank you for the Music' Youth Infusion VI Join us for a uplifting performance of choral music. 2:30 p.m.,
Christian Fellowship Centre, 825 Village Way, Qualicum Beach. Tickets at the door: Suggested donation $20 per person; Children under 12 free. Info: www.villagevoices.ca.
APRIL 26-27
Nanoose Library Centre Spring Book Sale: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday. All books $1. 2489 Nanoose Rd., Nanoose Bay. Info: 250-468-9977.
APRIL 28
Parksville PROBUS Club: Meeting; 'Life on the International Space Station: The Good , the Bad and the Ugly'; Dr. David Prud'homme will provide an overview of the International Space Station and the multinational co-operation that has made it possible. Parksville Community Centre, mail hall, 223 Mills St. Doors open 9:15 a.m., $5 entry fee; coffee, tea and treats.
Alpine Gardeners of Central Vancouver Island: Meeting 1-3 p.m., Nanoose Place Community Centre, 2925 NW Bay Road Nanoose Bay; Site of Eswyn's Alpine & Rock Garden. Speaker: Paul Spriggs 'Building a Crevice Garden' Fee: $5 at door. Info: alpinegardenersofcvi.wixsite.com/agcvi.
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.; Darts - League Tuesdays - 6:30 p.m., Casual Fridays, 6 p.m. Meat Draws - Friday & Saturday from 4-6 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: No wings April 21 - Food 5-7 p.m., Music 5:30 7:30 p.m. General meeting: Sunday April 27, 2 p.m.
Royal Canadian Legion Bowser – Branch 211: Winter hours: Wednesdays through Saturdays, lounge opens at 3 p.m. Wednesdays: Ladies Pool and Cribbage - 4 p.m. Thursdays: Men's Pool and Darts - 6 p.m. Meat Draws - Fridays at 5 p.m. and Saturdays at 4:30 p.m. Snooker - Sundays at 2 p.m. Live Music Jams, second an fourth Fridays each month. Info: 250-757-9222; www.rcl211.org; rcl211@shaw.ca. Members, guests and prospective members always welcome.
Royal Canadian Legion Mt. Arrowsmith, Branch 49 Parksville: A community-based service organization offering social and recreation activities plus weekly lunch and dinner specials. Guests welcomed to drop in and see what we’re about. Tuesday: Canasta –1 p.m., Ladies Pool –7 p.m., Darts - 7 p.m. Wednesday: 9-ball mixed singles Pool –1 p.m., Cribbage –1:15 p.m., Drop-In Dance Nights 6:30-9 p.m. Thursday: Kitchen opens 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., 8-ball mixed singles Pool–11 a.m., Euchre 1 p.m., Dominoes/Mexican Train –1:30 p.m. Friday: 10 Card Crib – 1 p.m.; Friday dinners 4:30-6:30 p.m. Saturday: 8-ball mixed doubles Pool-11 a.m., Meat Draw 3-5 p.m. Book a private function, or community event. Catering available. Office: 250-248-5633 between 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Monday to Friday.
Qualicum Beach Farmers Market: A vibrant hub of local commerce and community connection. Join us every Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to noon, on Veterans Way, throughout the year, for a diverse assortment of vendors. The market also features live music, children’s activities, and food trucks, creating a lively atmosphere that’s enjoyable for all ages.
Qualicum Run Club: New outdoor fitness club for slow pace women - friends, fitness, coffee! Ongoing year-round, running every month in all weather. Includes athletic conditioning, structured beginner fitness program and fun active community for women who ‘hate running!’ We meet Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9-10 a.m., adding new times as we grow. Membership is $150/month. Licensed, experienced, and insured. Welcoming women with pace 8:30 min/km and slower (13-20 min/mile), we run 2-3 miles in the hour on mostly urban routes. Register at qualicumrunclub.ca.
Oceanside Women’s Business Network: Did you know there’s a women’s dinner and networking group here in Oceanside? If you’re a woman in business looking to grow your community and network, we’d love to have you join us! The OWBN meets once a month, on the third Tuesday of the month, 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Reach out to info@owbn.ca for more details. Info: www.owbn.ca.
Little Qualicum TOPS: Group meets every Tuesday at 10 a.m. at the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre in the Booth room. New members are always welcome. All attendees weigh-in from 10 to 10:15 followed by a program from 10:15 to 10:55. If you are interested in losing weight and require help, TOPS is here for you. Take Off Pounds Sensibly.
Oceanside Photographic Society: General meetings on the first Wednesday of each month in the West Hall of the QB Civic Centre. Meetings begin at 7 p.m. and run until 9:15 p.m. and include a coffee break. If you have an interest in the photographic arts and want to socialize with and learn from others that share your passion and interests please join us. Info: oceansidephotographers.ca
Arrowsmith Needle Arts Guild: This group of embroiderers meets twice monthly in Parksville. Stitchers at all levels are welcome to come and explore all types of stitches, new ideas and make new friends. Meetings details from Lynda at 250-927-4015 and/or Moyra at 250-248-7108.
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 a complimentary gift bag.
Oceanside Orcas MS Support Group - MS Canada: Is MS new to you or someone you know? Or have you been coping for years and want a space to meet like minded folks to share experiences? Then this might be the group for you. We meet on the third Friday of every month, in person, in Parksville. Please contact MS Canada staff to learn more and join. Phone: 1-844-859-6789 Email: msnavigators@mscanada.ca. Website: https://mscanada.ca/find-support/ms-support-groups/vancouver-island-oceanside-ms-support-group.
Oceanside Caregivers: Meet the last Thursday of each month (April 24) 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.
Parksville/Qualicum Fish & Game: The Dorman Shotgun Range is a fully licensed, well-equipped shooting range located on Dorman Road in Qualicum Beach. Shooters young and old at all levels of expertise are welcome. Practice shooting for Trap and Skeet are scheduled Sundays at 10:00 a.m. and
every even-numbered Wednesday at 11 a.m.
PGOSA: Do you enjoy hiking, biking, walking, talking, curling, wood carving, card games, dancing, socials, indoor slo-pitch, volleyball, pickleball or walking soccer? If you're 55 or older and live in Oceanside, Parksville Golden Oldies Sports Association is for you. Join online at PGOSA.org or Wednesdays from 9:30-11:00 a.m. at the Oceanside Place Arena – check our website for dates. Get active, get involved, and have fun.
Parksville Lawn Bowling Club: Offering activities to beat the winter blahs from October through March, 2025. Crib and bridge, both at 1 p.m. Cost is $3 per person per visit. Public is welcome. We offer a friendly atmosphere and accessible facilities. 149 E. Stanford. Info: parksvillelawnbowlingclub.com.
Save-on-Foods/ Parksville Lions Free Family Skate: Welcome back skaters to Oceanside Place Arena for free family skating on Sundays. Sessions from noon to 1:30 p.m. include ice rental, free loaner skates, loaner helmets and learn-to-skate aids. Through March 16.
Morning Yoga Flow: Join ACRA's new instructor Tracy for this entry-level yoga flow class every Friday morning from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Meadowood Community Centre, 1830 Galvin Pl., Qualicum Beach. Classes through March 21. Admission by donation. Drop-ins welcome. Info: www.arrowsmithrecreation.ca/morning-yoga-flow.
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.
Qualicum Beach Museum: Now open Saturdays from 1-4 p.m. 'Learning Saturdays' are great for families with children, and include a child-focused activity with a different theme each month. Info: 250-752-5533.
Parksville PROBUS Club: We are a group of retirees enjoying friendship and fun activities for singles, couples and especially newcomers in Parksville. We are a very friendly bunch and have awesome guest speakers plus a broad range of interesting activities and social events. We meet at 9:15 a.m. on the third Monday of most months in the Parksville Community Centre, 223 Mills St. Visitors are welcome. $5 entrance fee covers coffee and light refreshments. Info: probusmembershipchair@gmail.com or call Lila 250-816-2708.
Qualicum Beach PROBUS Group: We are an active social group of retired and semi-retired seniors which meets on the first Tuesday each month at 9 a.m. at St. Stephen’s Church (150 Village Way, Qualicum Beach). We have a variety of interesting and diverse speakers and several special interest groups. We welcome guests interested in exploring, joining us and meeting new friends. Check out our activities at www.qbprobus.com.
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.
Lighthouse Community Hall: 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay. Second Sunday of each month a local charity hosts our Open Market (8 a.m. to noon) and Pancake Breakfast (8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.). For information on table rentals contact Barb: vendors@lighthousehall.ca. Pancake breakfast contact the office: admin@lighthousehall.ca or 778-424-9900.
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 welcome. Info: qbnewcomers.org.
Oceanside Music: Mondays: Oceanside Adult Beginners Band. Lessons take place on Mondays at 2:30 p.m. at the Berwick Seniors Community Living in Parksville, or 7 p.m. at the St. Anne/St. Edmund church in Parksville. Tuesdays: Oceanside Concert Choir. Everyone welcome. Rehearsals every Tuesday from 7-9 p.m. at the Knox United Church, Parksville. Oceanside Concert Band. Rehearsals are every Tuesday from 7-9 p.m. at the St. Anne/St. Edmund Church, Parksville. Wednesdays: Oceanside Consort A Cappella Singers. Rehearsals every Wednesday from 7-9 at the Knox United Church, Parksville. Info: oceanside-music.ca, email consort@oceanside-music.ca, or call 250-594-4755.
Seated Tai Chi: Tuesdays 10:30-11:30 a.m., Nanoose Place (Committee Room), Nanoose Bay. Helpful for everybody, and especially students with health and mobility issues. While seated in class, students learn movements which help to increase circulation, as well as to improve joint mobility, and to stretch the tendons and ligaments. Info: 778-744-0413; midislandtaichi.org. By donation.
Coronation Street Social Club of Oceanside: Meets September through June on the second Thursday each month at Qualicum Beach Legion (downstairs) 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.. If you are looking for a fun, social group come and join us for lively talk, shared stories and meet new friends. 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: 240-594-1965.
Coombs Rodeo Grounds: Pancake Breakfast and Flea Market, the first Sunday of each month. For table rentals, call Val at 250-752-9735. Open Mic Music Night on the third Friday of each month September through May; 7 p.m.; kids and musicians free, adults $5. Coffee and snacks available. More info: 250-927-2747.
Smart Recovery: Meetings are Saturdays at 10 a.m. and Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m.. New Women's Only meeting on Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m., starting on Jan. 7, 2025. All meetings at 245 Hirst Ave. W. Info: 250-586-3727.
Oceanside Orcas MS Support Group - MS Canada: Is MS new to you or someone you know? Or have you been coping for years and want a space to meet like minded folks to share experiences? Then this might be the group for you. We meet on the third Friday of every month, in person, in Parksville. Please contact MS Canada staff to learn more and join. Phone: 1-844-859-6789 Email: msnavigators@mscanada.ca. Website: https://mscanada.ca/find-support/ms-support-
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.
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 250-738-6220.
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. All welcome.
Arbutus Toastmasters : Provides a safe, friendly environment to learn and practise the art of public speaking. Gain confidence and find your voice. We meet in person every Monday night (except stats) 7-9 p.m. at our NEW LOCATION: Inclusion Parksville building 249 Hirst Rd. West, Parksville. For more info please call 250-248-1926 or arbutus.toastmastersclubs.org.
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.
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 and at QF Foods Parksville, board room 12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. on Fridays. Info: oaviig.org.
Qualicum Beach FamilySearch Centre: Interested in adding to your family tree or finding out more about your grandparents? When you visit the Family Search Centre our volunteers are there to help you. Access to nine major family history websites including Ancestry. The centre is located at 591 Arbutus Rd., Qualicum Beach within the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. It is open every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Drop-ins welcome or make an appointment with Liz at 250-586-3575.
CFUW PQ: 40th annual book sale donation drop box is located on the side of Save-On-Foods, facing Canadian Tire. We appreciate donations of gently used books and puzzles. For a large donation, please email booksale@cfuwpq.ca. Most of the sale’s proceeds are used for scholarships and other projects supporting women in District 69. Our next sale is Sept. 23-28, 2025, at Arrowsmith Hall in Coombs.
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.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: Welcomes 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.
Too Hot for Covers: Song Circle every Wednesday, Parksville Memorial Plaza, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Info: 250-927-2559.
Victoria’s Quilts: Making quilts for cancer patients. Meeting every third Tuesday of the month September to June 9:30 a.m. 3ish at Nanoose Place Community Centre 2925 Northwest Bay Rd. New sewers welcome all supplies provided. Info: koolpj43@shaw.ca.
