On the heels of news reports from Vancouver today about one pedestrian death and six pedestrians injured over the weekend, remember friends and family this Christmas who walk regularly with the gift of reflective tape for their coats and bike lights for their purses and knapsacks. The combination has saved my life more than you would possibly believe.
You want your loved ones around for another year – help them to be safe and to be seen.
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There are two upcoming chances to meet Harry Thurston, our new Writer-in-Residence, both this Saturday, December 5, 2009.
The first is at a meet-and-greet at Haig-Brown House from 1:00pm to 3:00pm at Haig-Brown House, 2250 Campbell River Road. It’s organized by the Museum at Campbell River, which is also the sponsor of the Writer in Residence program. Call 250-287-3103 for more information.
And then that evening, catch Harry at a reading from 7:30pm to 9:00pm at Still Water Books and Art, #120-1260 Shoppers Row, between the library and PhotoTech. This literary event is sponsored by The Writers’ Union of Canada. Phone 250-850-3103 or email info@stillwaterbooksandart.ca for more information.
For more information about Harry Thurston, check out http://www.writers.ns.ca/Writers/hthurston.html
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One of the things I love about this time of year is the multitude of Christmas related events sponsored bya variety of groups, including non-profit organizations. They feature funky gifts as well as opportunities to socialize with friends and neighbors and meet new peeps. Here are some suggestions:
The Fair Trade Global Craft Fair is an event unlike any other. It’s a chance to browse through a host of fun, environmentally sustainable gift ideas from around the world. Beaded jewellry, journals, brightly colored textiles, handcrafted wooden carvings, musical instruments, and food are just some of the items on offer. Coffee, snacks, and lunch will be provided by students involved in the International Co-op Program. See you at Timberline this Saturday, November 28 from 10:00am until 4:00pm. Give Brenda a call at 250-287-8198 if you need more information.
The Sportsplex in Willow Point is where the Toy and Craft Show is happening this weekend, Saturday, N0vember 28 and Sunday, November 29 from 10am to 4:00pm both days. Call Parks, Recreation and Culture at 250-286-1161 with your questions.
This weekend is a popular time for Christmas events. Step back in time to the Victorian era with the Order of the Eastern Star, Chas Maria Chapter, for their Candlelight Tea at the Masonic Hall at 2:00pm. There will be home baking and door prizes. The Masonic Hall is just over the bridge at 2905 North Island Highway. Cost is a modest $10 for dainty sandwiches and tea served in a fine bone china tea cup. Wear a hat and gloves and get into the spirit of an old-fashioned Christmas. Monies raised support Eastern Star’s cancer projects.
And coming up early in December -
Homemade baking and crafts are the focus for the SPCA Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, December 5 at Campbell River common. Check it out between 9:30am and 5:30pm. Crafts can be dropped off at the shelter on Merecroft Road. Due to the lack of space at the shelter, please drop off your baking on the morning of the event at Campbell River Common. For further info call the shelter at 250-286-6131.
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Tags: Campbell River Common, Fair Trade Global Craft Fair, Masonic Hall, Merecroft Road, Order of the Eastern Star, Parks Recreation and Culture, SPCA, Sportsplex, Timberline Secondary School, Toy and Craft Show
Arts and Culture, Local Events, Non-profit organizations | ginaforsyth November 25, 2009 | 
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Do you have a local history buff on your Christmas list? Have I got a top-notch book suggestion for you.
Join author Dr. Richard Mackie for a presentation and signing featuring his new book, Mountain Timber, on Saturday, November 28 at the Campbell River Museum from 1pm to 3pm.
Get a glimpse of the lives of loggers, families and the communities that were employed by the Comox Logging Company. Dr. Mackie’s slide show presentation reveals never before seen images of Vancouver Island’s logging heritage from over 60 private collections
Check out a review in the Times-Colonist at http://www.timescolonist.com/entertainment/This+book+sees+forest+trees/2225735/story.html
Call the Museum 250-287-3103 to reserve your spot. Cost is $5 per person.
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Let the Art Gallery’s Christmas Arts and Crafts Market help you this Christmas shopping season.
Last Christmas there was one person on my gift-buying list who was a particular challenge. I wanted something fun but without a hefty price tag, to be honest. I was doing errands one afternoon when the Christmas Market sign at the Art Gallery/Visitor Info Centre building caught my eye. I made a quick detour and came out a few minutes later with a huge smile on my face.
I found the most funky handmade magnet that included local driftwood. The recipient was absolutely thrilled and I was pleased to give a gift that was so genuinely well received.
The Christmas Market is now open Monday through Saturday from 10am to 5:00pm until Christmas Eve. Enjoy late shopping until 9:00pm on Saturday, November 28 as part of the Downtown Starlight Shopping evening.
They’re located at 1235 Shoppers Row, in the Tyee Plaza, right beside the spiffy new Spirit Square. Call 250-287-2261 or visit online at www.crartgallery.ca.
When you shop at the Gallery‛s Christmas Arts & Crafts Market you get a classy handcrafted gift that reflects
our local arts and culture community. You support not only your local artisans but Art Gallery programs too. You can’t beat that for value!
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Join author Erika Grundmann for a slideshow, reading and discussion at Stillwater Books on Saturday, November 21 at 1:30pm about George Dibbern, described at georgedibbern.com as a ”controversial, free-spirited vagabond, visionary sailor-philosopher, author of Quest, friend of American writer Henry Miller…”
Dark Sun is Grundmann’s biography of German-born Georg Johann Dibbern.
Dibbern’s book Quest is his compelling account of breaking free from the constraints of society and from the beginnings of Nazism. It was first published in 1941 in the US and England.
Both books will be available for purchase – perfect gifts for the adventurer on your Christmas list.
Stillwater Books and Art is at 1260 Shoppers Row, beside Photo Tech. Call them at 250-850-3103 or drop an email to info@stillwaterbooksandarts.ca. Check out www.georgedibbern.com for more on Dibbern.
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A trio of Campbell River-based businesses were finalists at the 4th annual awards sponsored by MISTIC (the Mid-Island Science, Technology and Innovation Council) in Nanaimo this past Thursday night.
T-Mar Industries was nominated two categories - the Island SRED Excellence in Innovation and Engineering category, Chameleon Creative in Vancouver Island Univeristy New Media, and Value Added Products was where Hilmark Boats Inc. fit in.
The winners were ECOSIP in Island SRED Excellence in Innovation, Strategic Forest Management in Engineering, The Woodshop Recording Studio in New Media, and K2 Stone in Value Added Products.
MISTIC Executive Director Carolyn Tatton said, “The science, technology and innovative based sectors are continually growing and have established their mark as a major economic contributor.”
MISTIC is a non-profit organization that was formed in 1994. It is one of nine innovation councils in the province. MISTIC provides support to innovators, business owners and entrepreneurs in knowledge-based industries in the region from Mill Bay to the tip of the Vancouver Island in the north, including the Sunshine Coast. Their website is www.mistic.bc.ca.
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Join Stillwater Books Artist in Residence Jill Paris Rody on Wednesday, November 18 at Stillwater Books for an evening of art and conversation.
Jill will be speaking about “The Artist’s Connection to the Land through Word and Vision”. She works in mediums such as watercolor, acrylic, watercolor pencil, and oil pastels.
A variety of Jill’s work will be displayed for your enjoyment and purchase. Light refreshments will be served. The evening gets underway at 7:30pm.
Jill’s website is www.jillparisrody.com and Stillwater’s website is www.stillwaterbooksandarts.ca. Call them at 250-850-3103. They’re located at 1260 Shopper’s Row, beside Phototech.
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Before the end of the year, Campbell Riverites will have another dining choice for lunch and dinner, this time with a decidedly Asian flavour. Carla Campbell is bringing the taste of Calgary-based franchise Wok Box to Mariner Square, beside Save-On Foods.
“It’s exciting to be part of a Canadian company,” said Carla. She’s heading off soon for three weeks training in the Lower Mainland although managing a food service operation isn’t new. Carla and her husband Ed currently live in Port McNeill, where they operate a Subway franchise. They will relocate to Campbell River when Wok Box opens.
The City of Campbell River has been “awesome” in making the process of applying for the various permits as smooth as possible, Carla commented.
Inititally 14 people will be hired. Hours will be 10am to 10pm, seven days a week. The decor will include cedar booths.
Stay tuned for details on opening day and in the meantime, check out Wok Box’s website at www.wokbox.ca for their stir-fry menus that include a variety of sauce and meat choices. Yum yum!
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H and R Block has moved from the Pier Street area to a new location across from the Super Valu end of Tyee Plaza, in the former Academy of Learning.
You’ll soon be able to trot on over to True Blue Pet Supplies’ fresh location in Tyee Plaza. Follow your nose to the old Intersport space.
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