Past Events (286)

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May 3, 2023
Wednesday
  • African Drumming - Beginner

  • May 3, 2023 to May 28, 2023
  • Location: Lighthouse Community Hall
  • Description:

    Drumming in community is scientifically proven to be good for your physical, emotional, spiritual, mental and social health! And the wonderful thing is that everyone can do it — drumming connects us with the primal heartbeat and makes everyone feel joyful. Join local African hand drumming instructor and drum circle facilitator Monica Hofer and experience the uplifting feeling of creating rhythmic landscapes in a safe, supportive space! This is intended as a beginners class but those with some drumming experience will also reap the benefits of getting into a weekly groove. Drums provided upon request. Minimum age 16.

    Our instructor Monica Hofer has 17 years experience teaching African Drumming at all levels. For more information about Monica visit http://rhythm-spirit.blogspot.com/.

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  • Categories: Class, Music
May 1, 2023
Monday
  • Mindfulness in May: The Art of Nurturing Nature

  • May 1, 2023 to May 13, 2023
  • Location: Community Office, Adam Walker MLA A-184 Second Avenue West Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 2T5
  • Description:

    BC Youth Week and National Mental Health Week is being marked in Qualicum Beach with the first annual art show featuring the thoughtful work of students grades 6 to 12. What does nurturing nature really mean, to us as individuals and as humankind?

    Thanks to MLA Adam Walker for providing the venue, and sponsors Rotary, Vancouver Island University, the Qualicum school district, and the Mount Arrowsmith Biosphere Reserve for making it happen.

    There’ll be an opening Gala on May 6th from 1 to 3pm, and a Sustainable Development Goals Workshop for students in Grade 6 and up to figure out how to make the global become local.

    Diane Moran, the visual artist and community activist is inspiration behind this event. Since 1998 she has imagined projects internationally and nationally that help educate others about everyday issues through art. Now it’s Oceanside’s turn!

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  • Categories: Exhibition
April 27, 2023
Thursday
  • Echo Players Presents: Mary’s Wedding

  • Apr 27, 2023 to May 14, 2023
  • Location: Village Theatre 110 W 2nd Avenue Qualicum Beach, BC 250-752-3522
  • Description:

    APRIL277:30 PM - 9:30 PM

    Echo Players Presents: Mary’s Wedding by Stephen Massicotte. Directed by Kelly Barnum. Sponsored by: Berwick Retirement Communities.

    From Playwright’s Canada: “On the night before her wedding, Mary dreams of a thunderstorm, during which she unexpectedly meets Charlie sheltering in a barn beside his horse. With innocence and humour, the two discover a charming first love. But the year is 1914, and the world is collapsing into a brutal war. Together, they attempt to hide their love, galloping through the fields for a place and time where the tumultuous uncertainties of battle can’t find them. A play with a heart as big as the skies that serve as its stage, Mary’s Wedding is an epic, unforgettable story of love, hope, and survival.”

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    Evening and Sunday matinee shows.

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  • Categories: Theatre
 
  • Meditation Circle

  • Apr 27, 2023 to May 25, 2023
  • Location: Lighthouse Community Hall, L'Heureux Room
  • Description:

    Meditation is an ancient form of self care and wellness that is accessible to everyone. In a group session, participants will learn the basics of meditation using breath and mindfulness techniques. The pace is slow, and the benefits are beautiful. Join Judi for this 6-week program. Judi Malcolm has over 30 years of experience working in leadership capacities in early learning, literacy, and community development. “Meditation has been my friendly companion for over 20 years.  The calm pause that I gift myself has always helped with mindfulness and awareness as I have walked through life.”

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  • Categories: Class
April 25, 2023
Tuesday
  • APPLE TECH WORKSHOP - Intro To Mac Part II

  • Apr 25, 2023 from 4:00pm to 5:30pm
  • Location: McMillan Arts Centre 133 McMillan Street PO Box 1662 Parksville, BC, V9P 2H5
  • Description:

    Apple Tech Workshops Spring 2023

    Powered By Up Your Media, and the McMillan Arts Centre School For Digital Literacy. Our ongoing workshop series can help you gain control of your technology and allow you to better use your devices with skill and confidence.

    Tuesday April 25, 4:00-5:30 pm - Intro To Mac Part II

    A followup to our Part I class, well continue to explore the native applications of your Mac, including the Mail application and protocols, browsers and search engines, Calendars, Contacts and other valuable tools.

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  • Categories: Class
April 12, 2023
Wednesday
  • Federation of Canadian Artists, Arrowsmith Chapter

  • Apr 12, 2023 to Apr 30, 2023
  • Location: McMillan Arts Centre 133 McMillan Street PO Box 1662 Parksville, BC, V9P 2H5
  • Description:

    April 3 - April 30, 2023

     

    OUR MISSION STATEMENT

    The mission of the FCA is to advance the knowledge and appreciation of art and culture to all Canadians, offering education, exhibition and communication in the Visual Arts, and to support and promote emerging  to professional member artists.

    WHO WE ARE

    The Federation of Canadian Artists (FCA) is a registered charity founded in 1941 by professional Canadian working artists including Group of Seven luminaries Lawren Harris, Arthur Lismer, and A.Y. Jackson. The first National Executive Council was led by Andre Bieler, and Lawren Harris was the BC region’s first Chairman. Other notable founding members included Emily Carr and the Honorable Mark Kearley.

    The FCA continues to operate as a registered charity with members throughout Canada and Chapters in Alberta, B.C. and Ontario. The FCA is dedicated to raising artistic standards by stimulating participants to greater heights of knowledge and achievement by offering what is believed to be the first

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  • Categories: Exhibition
April 11, 2023
Tuesday
  • APPLE TECH WORKSHOP - iPhones and iPads Part II

  • Apr 11, 2023 from 4:00pm to 5:30pm
  • Location: McMillan Arts Centre 133 McMillan Street PO Box 1662 Parksville, BC, V9P 2H5
  • Description:

    Apple Tech Workshops Spring 2023

    Powered By Up Your Media, and the McMillan Arts Centre School For Digital Literacy. Our ongoing workshop series can help you gain control of your technology and allow you to better use your devices with skill and confidence.

    Tuesday April 11, 4:00-5:30 pm - iPhones and iPads Part II

    In our first class we learned about iCloud and the general settings on your IOS device. In this followup class, we’ll talk more about individual Apps and capabilities of your mobile device. Learn how to access and better operate your Mail, Messages, FaceTime, Photos, Books, Podcasts. Calendars, Reminders, and more. 

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  • Categories: Class
March 29, 2023
Wednesday
  • Aging Artfully

  • Mar 29, 2023 to May 3, 2023
  • Location: McMillan Arts Centre 133 McMillan Street PO Box 1662 Parksville, BC, V9P 2H5
  • Description:

    Aging Artfully is a FREE program offered to independently domiciled seniours living in our community.  Our wonderful volunteer teachers provide instruction and support for participants aged 75+.  All materials and supplies included.

    Wednesdays

    March 29 – May 3, 2023

    10:30 – 11:30 am

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  • Categories: Class
 
  • APPLE TECH WORKSHOP - Intro To Mac Part I

  • Mar 28, 2023 from 4:00pm to 5:30pm
  • Location: McMillan Arts Centre 133 McMillan Street PO Box 1662 Parksville, BC, V9P 2H5
  • Description:

    Apple Tech Workshops Spring 2023

    Powered By Up Your Media, and the McMillan Arts Centre School For Digital Literacy. Our ongoing workshop series can help you gain control of your technology and allow you to better use your devices with skill and confidence.

    Tuesday Mar 28, 4:00-5:30 pm - Intro To Mac Part I

    In this workshop we’ll explore the rudiments of the Finder and System Preferences to better understand and organize your files. Learn basic Mac and computer terminology, how to use the Sidebar and Desktop more effectively, Time Machine Backups, anti-virus and security options, best practices for maintenance and more. It’s recommended but not necessary that you bring your Mac laptop if possible.

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  • Categories: Class
March 16, 2023
Thursday
  • The Beautiful Art of Stenciling on Fabric

  • Mar 16, 2023 from 12:00pm to 4:00pm
  • Location: Lighthouse Community Center in the Nordin room on the righthand side of the center (Qualicum Bay)
  • Description:

    The Beautiful Art of Stenciling on Fabric

    Co-presented by Leslie Bird and Terri Bowen

    Discover the beautiful art technique of stenciling from Leslie and Terri. Leslie has presented her workshops all over North America including exciting places like Las Vegas and is the published author of the book “Projection Stenciling”. Leslie and her husband David own “Buckingham Stencils” Company in Nanoose Bay, a company which is featured on numerous platforms such as Etsy and Amazon. Leslie will bring numerous samples of her work to get you motivated! Plus you will receive two books on stenciling from their company!

    To begin the workshop, Terri will give you some background on how, over the ages, an amazing amount of media have been applied to a plethora of surfaces. Then you will practice the fine art of using a stencil brush properly on two small fabric surfaces. Afterwards, you will choose from a myriad of stencils for use on a sturdy canvas bag or you might finish it in your own way. As plastic

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March 14, 2023
Tuesday
  • APPLE TECH WORKSHOP - ICLOUD FOR IPADS AND IPHONES

  • Mar 14, 2023 from 4:00pm to 5:30pm
  • Location: McMillan Arts Centre 133 McMillan Street PO Box 1662 Parksville, BC, V9P 2H5
  • Description:

    Apple Tech Workshops Spring 2023

    Powered By Up Your Media, and the McMillan Arts Centre School For Digital Literacy. Our ongoing workshop series can help you gain control of your technology and allow you to better use your devices with skill and confidence.

    Tuesday Mar 14, 4:00-5:30 pm - iCloud for iPads and iPhones

    This workshop sets out to explain the basics of Apple’s Cloud computing service, and how to put this advanced, but simple to use technology to work for you and your multiple devices. Learn to sync your contacts, your calendars, your music and your photos on all your iCloud capable devices

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  • Categories: Class
March 12, 2023
Sunday
  • WILD EMBLEMS OF CANADA

  • Mar 12, 2023 to Apr 2, 2023
  • Location: McMillan Arts Centre 133 McMillan Street PO Box 1662 Parksville, BC, V9P 2H5
  • Description:

    WILD EMBLEMS OF CANADA

    A 13 piece series depicting the official flora and fauna of each province + territory of Canada

    NICOLINE MANN

    March 11 – April 2, 2023

    I’m a mixed media artist, creating wildlife, animal + nature inspired pieces out of my studio on the unceded traditional territories of the Snuneymuxw First Nation, also called Nanaimo, BC Canada.

    I’ve devoted my art practice to depicting the beauty + love animals bring to our lives through my commissioned pet portraits, original series + print collections.

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  • Categories: Exhibition